scholarly journals Food Insecurity: Child Care Programs’ Perspectives

2022 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tracy E. Noerper ◽  
Morgan R. Elmore ◽  
Rachel B. Hickman ◽  
Madison T. Shea
Keyword(s):  
Child Care ◽  
Food Insecurity ◽  
Care Program ◽  
Program Directors ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Adult Care ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Child Care Program ◽  
Chi Square Analysis

Abstract Background Households experiencing "food insecurity" have limited access to food due to a lack of money or resources. Poor nutrition, from food insecurity, can impact physical and cognitive development of children. Study objectives were to document the prevalence of Tennessee child care programs screening for food insecurity, explore differences between programs receiving child and adult care food program (CACFP) funding and those screening for food insecurity, and understand possible burdens food insecurity places on child care families as perceived by child care program directors. Methods In this cross-sectional study of licensed Tennessee child care programs, a 10-question survey and four-question follow-up survey were electronically distributed. Analysis included descriptive statistics, a chi-square of programs receiving CACFP funds and screening for food insecurity, and themes analysis of open-ended responses. Results The average child care program enrollment (N = 272) was 80.16 with programs serving mostly preschoolers (98.53%) and toddlers (91.91%). Over half (56.99%) of programs reported they received CACFP funding, yet only 9.19% screen for food insecurity. Chi-square analysis found that programs receiving CACFP funds differ significantly on whether they screen households for food insecurity $$\chi$$ χ 2 (1, n = 237) = 16.93, p ≤ 0.001. Themes analysis (n = 41) revealed that many child care program directors do not view food insecurity as a burden for families. Conclusions Child care programs receiving CACFP funds are more likely to screen families for food insecurity than programs who do not. Programs indicate a willingness to include food insecurity screening questions on child care paperwork.

scholarly journals Predictive power of indicators to the perception of food and nutritional insecurity in the Bolsa Família Program

2020 ◽  
Vol 27 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Daiane Roncato Cardozo ◽  
Sinara Laurini Rossato ◽  
Maria Rita Marques de Oliveira ◽  
Vera Mariza Henriques de Miranda Costa ◽  
Luiz Manoel de Moraes Camargo Almeida ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Nutritional Status ◽  
Food Insecurity ◽  
Roc Curve ◽  
Predictive Power ◽  
Pearson Correlation ◽  
Prevalence Ratio ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Bolsa Familia

Abstract: The objective was to analyze the predictive power of indicators of the perception of food and nutritional insecurity comparing beneficiary and non - beneficiary families of the Bolsa Família Program, through a cross - sectional study with 150 families. Demographic, socioeconomic, food insecurity (Brazilian Food Insecurity Scale), nutritional status (Body Mass Index) and household consumption patterns were collected. The correlation between the demographic, socioeconomic, nutritional status and level of food insecurity were tested using the Pearson correlation coefficient; the association with Chi-square and ANOVA tests; and the prevalence ratio and 95% confidence intervals with Poisson Regression model. The predictive power of indicators of food insecurity was evaluated with the ROC curve. Patterns of food consumption, demographic and health characteristics were not significantly correlated with food insecurity. In the analyzes with the ROC curve, among the beneficiary families, the income derived only from the Bolsa Família and the Renda Cidadã Program with the Bolsa Família presented a better predictive power of food insecurity, covering the curve by 70%, followed by the difference between the income from wages and rent and gas (70%). The proportions of the total income of families spent on rent and gas had low predictive power (67%). Income components, mainly rent and gas spending, showed a better performance in the prediction of food insecurity among beneficiaries of Bolsa Família, and could be a complementary quantitative indicator to the Brazilian Scale of Food Insecurity.

scholarly journals A-233 Incremental Utility of the Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA) Memory Index Score (MIS) for Detection of Cognitive Impairment

2020 ◽  
Vol 35 (6) ◽  
pp. 1028-1028
Author(s):  
Bain K ◽  
Marceaux J ◽  
Kruzelock A
Keyword(s):  
Cognitive Impairment ◽  
Classification Accuracy ◽  
Clinical Sample ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Index Score ◽  
Neurocognitive Disorder ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Neuropsychological Evaluations ◽  
Chi Square Analysis

Abstract Objective To investigate the incremental utility of the optional MoCA Memory Index Score (MIS) for detection of cognitive impairment. Method This cross-sectional study utilized data collected from a mixed clinical sample of 153 veterans referred for clinical neuropsychological evaluations at a VA hospital. The sample was 87% male (n = 133), with an average age of 63.23 years (range 20–91) and average education level of 13.6 years (range 6–20). All participants completed the MoCA, including the MIS items. Participants meeting criteria for mild (n = 66) or major neurocognitive disorder (n = 24) were classified as cognitively impaired (CI). Sixty-three participants who did not meet criteria for a neurocognitive disorder were classified as having no cognitive impairment (NCI). Chi square analysis and logistic regression were utilized to determine the sensitivity of the MoCA total score for detection of cognitive impairment, and to determine whether the MIS significantly improved classification accuracy. Results The MoCA total score was a significant predictor of cognitive impairment status (X2 = 40.92, p < .001), with 73% sensitivity, 67% specificity, and 71% classification accuracy. When the MIS was added, the model retained significance (X2 = 41.13, p < .001), but overall sensitivity, specificity, and classification accuracy were unchanged; MIS was not a significant predictor in the combined model. Conclusions The optional MIS score did not significantly improve the sensitivity of the MoCA for detection of cognitive impairment.

scholarly journals Acceptability and Attitude towards a Mobile-Based Home Exercise Program among Stroke Survivors and Caregivers: A Cross-Sectional Study

2019 ◽  
Vol 2019 ◽  
pp. 1-6
Author(s):  
Amreen Mahmood ◽  
Vevita Blaizy ◽  
Aparajita Verma ◽  
Joel Stephen Sequeira ◽  
Dola Saha ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Exercise Program ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Home Exercise ◽  
Stroke Survivors ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Home Exercise Program ◽  
Chi Square Analysis ◽  
The Cost

Background. Stroke is a leading cause of disability and requires continued care after hospital discharge. Mobile-based interventions are suitable to reduce the cost of stroke rehabilitation and facilitate self-management among stroke survivors. However, before attempting to use mobile-based home exercise program, it is crucial to recognize the readiness of stroke survivors and their caregivers to opt for such interventions. Objective. To assess the acceptability and attitude towards a mobile-based home exercise program among stroke survivors and their primary caregivers. Methods. A cross-sectional study was conducted among 102 participants to understand their attitude and acceptability towards mobile-based home exercise program. A validated 10-item questionnaire was adapted for the study. The questions which assessed the attitude were rated on a three-point Likert scale, with three denoting agree and one denoting disagree. The acceptability was assessed by their willingness to opt for a mobile-based home program services. A Chi-square analysis and cross-tabulation were performed to test differences between caregivers and patients. A logistic regression was performed to determine the effects of age, gender, and mobile phone on acceptability. Results. Ninety-two percent of caregivers and 90% of patients showed willingness to opt for mobile-based intervention. Majority of the participants showed a positive attitude towards this mode of treatment. There was no difference in the attitude noted among caregivers and patients (p>0.05) towards mobile-based intervention. Conclusion. The stroke survivors and caregivers welcomed the concept of mobile-based home exercise program even in a low-resource settings, but further studies to understand treatment and cost-effectiveness of this technology among the stroke survivors would lead to better implementation.

Child Care Program Directors' Level of Knowledge About Asthma and Factors Associated with Knowledge

2002 ◽  
Vol 41 (2) ◽  
pp. 111-116 ◽  
Author(s):  
Young J. Juhn ◽  
Jennifer St. Sauver ◽  
Eugene D. Shapiro ◽  
Paul L. McCarthy
Keyword(s):  
Child Care ◽  
Care Program ◽  
Program Directors ◽  
Factors Associated ◽  
Child Care Program ◽  
Level Of Knowledge

scholarly journals HUBUNGAN PERAN KELUARGA TERHADAP KESEMBUHAN PADA PASIEN RAWAT JALAN SKIZOFRENIA DI RUMAH SAKIT JIWA BANDA ACEH TAHUN 2019

2020 ◽  
Vol 7 (2) ◽  
pp. 61-69
Author(s):  
Bagus Laksono Samudro ◽  
M. Hendro Mustaqim ◽  
Fuadi Fuadi
Keyword(s):  
Patient Care ◽  
Family Support ◽  
Common Mental Disorder ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Chi Square Analysis ◽  
The Mind ◽  
Banda Aceh

Skizofrenia merupakan sekelompok gangguan psikotik, dengan gangguan dasar pada kepribadian, distorsi khas pada proses pikir. Kadang–kadang mempunyai perasaan bahwa dirinya sedang di kendalikan kekuatan dari luar. Gangguan skizofrenia pada umumnya ditandai dengan adanya gangguan pada pikiran dan persepsi yang salah dan khas, dan efek yang tidak serasi atau tumpul. Skizofrenia merupakan gangguan jiwa yang umum terjadi dengan karakteristik adanya kerusakan pada pikiran, persepsi, emosi, pergerakan dan perilaku. Dukungan keluarga menjadi faktor penting dalam upaya meningkatkan motivasi sehingga dapat berpengaruh positif terhadap kesehatan psikologis. Keluarga yang berhubungan dengan pasien skizofrenia memerlukan lebih banyak informasi tentang gangguan skizofrenia dan cara memperlakukan pasien dengan lebih baik. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mendapatkan bukti emperis tentang: hubungan dukungan keluarga dengan kesembuhan pasien penderita skizofrenia di Instalasi Rawat Jalan Rumah Sakit Jiwa Banda Aceh. Jenis penelitian yang dilakukan adalah deskriptif observasional menggunakan desain cross sectional study dengan metode chi-square. Jumlah sampel dalam penelitian ini sebanyak 150 orang. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa terdapat hubungan yang signifikan peran dukungan keluarga terhadap kesembuhan pada pasien penderita skizofrenia dengan nilai p = 0,01 (< 0,05) di Instalasi Rawat Jalan Rumah Sakit Jiwa Banda Aceh. Keluarga diharapkan dapat mendampingi pasien Skizofrenia dengan mendampingi dan memberi dukungan emosional sehingga pasien skizofrenia merasa diperdulikan untuk kesembuhan pasien.   Schizophrenia is a common mental disorder with charcteristics of damage to the mind, perception, emotions, movement and behavior.This type of research is descriptive observational using a cross sectional study design with one observation at a certain time.The problem of this study is to see: (1) the relation  of Family Support, with Skizoprenia’s Patient recovery  in  Patient care Instalation of Psichiatric Hospital Banda Aceh. The purpose of this study was to obtain empirical evidence of: Family Support, with Skizoprenia’s Patient recovery  in  Patient care Instalation  Psichiatric Hospital of Banda Aceh. In connection with the research objectives, the population of this study is side family of is 150 peoples. Data analysis method with Chi Square Analysis ( X² ).The results showed that: Family Support have a relation with Skizoprenia’s Patient recovery  in  Patient care Instalation of Psichiatric Hospital of Banda Aceh with X²  value ≤ 0,005 84 in Patient care Instalation  Psichiatric Hospital of Banda Aceh Keywords: Schizophrenia, Family Support, Skizofrenia’s Recovery.

scholarly journals Is COVID-19 a Disease of Poverty: The Relationship Between Food Insecurity and the Likelihood of Hospitalization in Patients with COVID-19

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
mohammad ariya ◽  
Jalal Karimi ◽  
Somayeh Abolghasemi ◽  
Zeinab Hematdar ◽  
Mohammad Mehdi Naghizadeh ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Food Security ◽  
Food Insecurity ◽  
Recovery Period ◽  
Length Of Hospital Stay ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
World Health ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Health Organization ◽  
The Relationship

Abstract Background: The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared the Corona pandemic as a public health emergency. This pandemic affects the main pillars of food security. This study aimed to investigate the relationship between food insecurity and the probability of hospitalization and the length of the recovery period after getting COVID-19.Methods: This cross-sectional study was performed through the census on COVID-19 patients diagnosed in Fasa, Iran. Informed consent, demographic, and food security questionnaire were completed over the phone. Then, all patients were followed up until recovery. Data were analyzed using SPSS26 and Chi-square test, t-test, and logistic regression (P> 0.05).Results: In this study, 219 COVID-19 patients [100 (54.7%) male and 119 female (54.3%)] with a mean age of 40.05±15.54 years old were examined. Possibility of hospitalization and the length of the recovery period of more than one month was significantly longer in the food insecure group (P = 0.001) and (P = 0.76), respectively, but the mean length of hospital stay in the two groups was not significantly different (P = 0.76). After adjusting for all confounding variables, people with food insecurity were 3.9 times more likely to be hospitalized than those with food security. Conclusions: We observed that food-insecure people were significantly more likely to be hospitalized than the secure group.

scholarly journals Food insecurity arises the likelihood of hospitalization in patients with COVID-19

2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Mohammad Ariya ◽  
Jalal Karimi ◽  
Somayeh Abolghasemi ◽  
Zeinab Hematdar ◽  
Mohammad Mehdi Naghizadeh ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Food Security ◽  
Food Insecurity ◽  
Recovery Period ◽  
Length Of Hospital Stay ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
World Health ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
Health Organization

AbstractThe World Health Organization (WHO) has declared the Corona pandemic as a public health emergency. This pandemic affects the main pillars of food security. This study aimed to investigate the relationship between food insecurity and the probability of hospitalization and the length of the recovery period after getting COVID-19. The cross-sectional study was performed through the census on COVID-19 patients diagnosed in Fasa, Iran. Informed consent, demographic, and food security questionnaire were completed over the phone. Then, all patients were followed up until recovery. Data were analyzed using SPSS26 and Chi-square test, t-test, and logistic regression (P < 0.05). In this study, 219 COVID-19 patients [100 (54.7%) male and 119 (54.3%) female] with a mean age of 40.05 ± 15.54 years old were examined. Possibility of hospitalization and the length of the recovery period of more than one month was significantly longer in the food-insecure group (P = 0.001) and (P = 0.37), respectively, but the mean length of hospital stay in the two groups was not significantly different (P = 0.76). After adjusting for all confounding variables, people with food insecurity were 3.9 times more likely to be hospitalized than those with food security. Overall, we observed that food-insecure people were significantly more likely to be hospitalized than the secure group.

Role of Parental and Friend Support to Prevent Suicide Attempts in French Sexual Minority Adolescents

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Xavier wang ◽  
Mireille Cosquer ◽  
Min Zhuang ◽  
Aminata Ali ◽  
Bruno Falissard ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Parental Support ◽  
Protective Factor ◽  
Suicide Attempts ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Friend Support ◽  
Minority Adolescents ◽  
And Bisexual ◽  
Chi Square Analysis

This present study aimed to search for parental and friend support roles to prevent suicide attempts among adolescents who identify as lesbian, gay, and bisexual (LGB) in France. Data were drawn from a French cross-sectional study entitled “Portrait d’Adolescents”. An anonymous self-questionnaire was fulfilled by 14,265 French adolescents (ages from 13 to 20) in 2013, and 637 (4.47%) were identified as LGB. Chi-square analysis was used to estimate statistical differences between self-reported suicide and non-suicide attempters in the whole sample and then in LGB and heterosexual subgroups separately. Multiple logistic regression analyses were then performed to examine the associations of self-reported suicide attempts (dependent variable) with the effects of parental and friend support and other factors based on the whole data and further on the data subsets among the LGB and the heterosexual subjects. Suicide attempt was independently associated with sexual orientation (30.7% vs 10.6%; OR=2.04 [1.62-2.56]; p&lt;0.0001). Both parental and friend support appeared protective factors in the heterosexuals (OR=0.52 [0.45-0.60] and OR=0.75 [0.61-0.93]), whereas only parental support was significant in the LGB group (OR=0.51 [0.31-0.82]), independently of other variables. French adolescents who identify as LGB have a higher risk for suicidality than their heterosexual peers. Special attention needs to be given to this vulnerable population when developing suicide prevention programs. Parental support identified as an effective protective factor should be systematically searched to prevent suicidality among LGB.

scholarly journals Overweight in Goiás'quilombola students and food insecurity in their families

2014 ◽  
Vol 27 (4) ◽  
pp. 405-412 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mariana de Morais Cordeiro ◽  
Estelamaris Tronco Monego ◽  
Karine Anusca Martins
Keyword(s):  
Nutritional Status ◽  
Food Insecurity ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
World Health ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Apparent Contradiction ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Significance Level ◽  
Association Analyses ◽  
Chi Square Test

Objective: To characterize the nutritional status of quilombola students and determine the food security status of their households. Methods: This is a cross-sectional study with students aged six to nineteen years from quilombola communities in twelve municipalities of Goiás categorized by age, gender, school location (urban/rural), and nutritional status based on the World Health Organization's height-for-age and body mass index for-age charts. The Brazilian Food Insecurity Scale was used for measuring food (in)security in their families. Descriptive and association analyses were conducted using the Chi-square test at a significance level of 5% (p<0.05). Results: In a sample of 226 students, overweight (17.2%) was more common than malnutrition (1.3%), especially in students attending urban schools (28.2%) (p<0.05). Most (75.2%) quilombola families experienced food insecurity, especially mild. Conclusion: The apparent contradiction of excess weight and food insecurity occurring simultaneously indicates the need of revising the study instruments and the causal network that identify poverty.

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