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Enhancing computer self-efficacy and attitudes in multi-ethnic older adults: a randomised controlled study
- Authors:
- LAGANA Luciana, et al
- Journal article citation:
- Ageing and Society, 31(6), August 2011, pp.911-933.
- Publisher:
- Cambridge University Press
The aims of this study were to test and refine a new measure of attitudes toward computer technology in older adults, and to test whether a training programme enhanced older adults' computer technology attitudes and self-efficacy. The participants were 96 volunteer community-dwelling adults from ethnically diverse populations aged 52 to 94 years living in Los Angeles County, California. The study involved testing one group of participants before and after 1 to 1 computer training (provided once a week for 6 weeks) aiming to increase their computer technology attitudes and self-efficacy; the control group were assessed twice but did not received any training until after completing the second assessment. Testing was carried out using the new Older Adults' Computer Technology Attitudes Scale, and the existing Computer User Self-Efficacy Scale. The article reports that the revised Older Adults' Computer Technology Attitudes Scale used for the study was found to show strong reliability, and analysis demonstrated that the training programme induced significant changes in attitudes and self-efficacy. The researchers note that the findings indicate that the enhancement of computer attitudes and self-efficacy in old age is feasible, and that this suggests a strong potential for teaching computer technology to ageing individuals from various ethnic groups.
Attitudes and knowledge in older people's care
- Author:
- WELFORD Claire
- Journal article citation:
- Nursing Times, 110(34/35), 2014, pp.22-24.
- Publisher:
- Nursing Times
Both student nurses and registered nurses may lack sufficient knowledge and positive attitudes to care for an ageing population. This research review, which includes a small study by the author, found that neither education nor clinical placements significantly improved students' knowledge about or attitudes towards older people. The review also explores the evidence and suggests how the issue could be addressed. (Edited publisher abstract)
Meeting the training needs of staff working with older people with dual diagnosis
- Authors:
- SAXTON Louise, LANCASHIRE Stuart, KIPPING Cheryl
- Journal article citation:
- Advances in Dual Diagnosis, 4(1), 2011, pp.36-46.
- Publisher:
- Emerald
Dual diagnosis initiatives, particularly those related to training, have largely focused on working age adults. Professionals working with older people need to identify whether dual diagnosis is present and provide effective assessment and treatment, but they often lack knowledge, skills and confidence in working with this group. This paper describes the development and preliminary evaluation of a 5-day course designed to meet the needs of staff working with older people who have a dual diagnosis. The course was designed to provide Level 1 (‘core’) and Level 2 (‘generalist’) competencies for staff working in mental health of older adults (MHOA) services. The training was intended for practitioners in a variety of clinical roles. It was taught using a range of methods including didactic presentations, small group discussions, videos, exercises, role-play, homework and clinical supervision. Evaluation of the course involved a short battery of self-report questionnaires aiming to assess changes to knowledge, confidence and attitudes which were completed prior to and on completion of training. The students' perceptions of the quality of the programme were also obtained. The evaluation indicated that significant changes were achieved in knowledge and confidence after the course. Although there were some changes in attitudes these did not reach significance.
Effect of an incontinence training program on nursing home staff's knowledge, attitudes and behavior
- Authors:
- CAMPBELL Emily B., et al
- Journal article citation:
- Gerontologist, 31(6), 1991, pp.788-794.
- Publisher:
- Oxford University Press
Discusses a study which showed that although staff knowledge and attitudes improved through training, their application by altering routines to increase continence did not change significantly.
Catering to sex, sexual, and gender diversity: An exploratory study on the effects of LGBTI awareness training on aged care staff in Tasmania, Australia
- Authors:
- PETRIE Nicholas, COOK Peta S.
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Gay and Lesbian Social Services, 31(1), 2019, pp.19-34.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
- Place of publication:
- Philadelphia, USA
The Australian National LGBTI Ageing and Aged Care Strategy seeks to address the lack of recognition of older lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and intersex (LGBTI) adults living in aged care. Awareness training for aged care staff forms a crucial part of this strategy, but the impact of such educational programs are yet to be examined. This article examines the effects of LGBTI awareness training on staff working in an Australian aged care facility. These staff perceived the awareness training as valuable, but the outcomes from it were limited. Therefore, the changes are indicated that are necessary to support the translation of training into practice. (Edited publisher abstract)
Living in care: an exercise to promote empathy
- Author:
- JAMES Ian
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Dementia Care, 24(5), 2016, pp.26-28.
- Publisher:
- Hawker
A specialist behaviours that challenge (BC) team in Newcastle who are part of the Newcastle Challenging Behaviour Service (NCBS), use workshop exercises in their teaching programmes to help staff reflect o the impact of habits, personality, environmental factors and staff interactions with people who have dementia. This article describes an in-session teaching task aimed at getting care home staff to empathise with their residents' experiences of what it must be like to reside in 24 hour care. In addition to increasing staff empathy, the exercise helped care staff to see that some of their residents' reactions may not be due to dementia, but rather to the difficulties of living in care. (Edited publisher abstract)
Increasing delirium skills at the front door: results from a repeated survey on delirium knowledge and attitudes
- Authors:
- JENKIN Rodric Peter Llewelyn, et al
- Journal article citation:
- Age and Ageing, 45(4), 2016, pp.517-522.
- Publisher:
- Oxford University Press
Background: Delirium is under-recognised in comparison to other common and serious acute disorders. A 2006 survey of UK junior doctors (not undertaking specialist training) identified poor knowledge of the diagnostic criteria and treatment of delirium. The authors hypothesised that increased prominence accorded to delirium in the form of national initiatives and guidelines may have had an impact on understanding among junior doctors. Objective: The authors repeated a multi-centre survey of knowledge of and attitudes to delirium in junior doctors (not undertaking specialist training) assessing unselected acute medical presentations (the ‘medical take’). Design: Questionnaire-based survey in 48 acute hospitals in UK and Ireland. Methods: The authors used questionnaires designed to test understanding of delirium, including prevalence, knowledge of the DSM-IV diagnostic criteria, use of specific screening tools, association with adverse outcomes and pharmacological management. Results: One thousand two hundred and fifteen trainee physicians participated. Compared with the 2006 cohort, improvements were seen in 9 of 17 knowledge-based questions and overall score improved in the 2013 cohort. Nonetheless, significant deficits in knowledge, particularly for the diagnostic criteria for delirium, remained. Conclusions: Despite improvements in some aspects of delirium knowledge, the diagnostic criteria for delirium remain poorly understood. Challenges remain in ensuring adequate training for junior doctors in delirium. (Edited publisher abstract)
Assessing the efficacy of LGBT cultural competency training for aging Services providers in California’s Central Valley
- Authors:
- LEYVA Valerie L., BRESHEARS Elizabeth M., RINGSTAD Robin
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Gerontological Social Work, 57(2-4), 2014, pp.335-348.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
- Place of publication:
- Philadelphia, USA
This study reviews the outcomes of a cultural competency training for aging services providers regarding lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) older adults. Results indicate that participants significantly increased their knowledge, skills, and positive attitudes about working with LGBT older adults, with men and non-LGBT individuals reporting the most gain. Recommendations for future research include determining which factors influence the enduring effects of this type of training and developing a standardized instrument for measuring such success. Legislative and policy changes targeted at requiring this type of cultural competency training for all direct service providers are considered. (Publisher abstract)
Care home survey: knowledge, attitudes and practices concerning LGBT residents
- Authors:
- ALMACK Kathryn, SIMPSON Paul
- Publisher:
- University of Nottingham. Sue Ryder Care Centre for Palliative and End of Life Studies
- Publication year:
- 2014
- Pagination:
- 3
- Place of publication:
- Nottingham
One hundred and eighty nine (189) care home staff in East Midlands and Northwest of England completed a questionnaire on their knowledge and attitudes concerning LGBT residents in care homes. The sample was mostly female (82%) and working as a care assistant (32%) or in a managerial role (34%). The summary reports on the key findings of the survey which include attitudes to LGBT residents, knowledge of LGBT issues, awareness of care home policies regarding LGBT residents, training and training needs. The results found that there was lots of individual goodwill towards older lesbian, gay, bisexual and transsexual (LGBT) residents and staff attitudes were generally positive, however care homes could be doing more to address the issues in a more strategic way. Staff also needed to have more support to meet their training needs. (Original abstract)
Knowledge of late-life depression: an empirical investigation of aged care staff
- Authors:
- DAVISON Tanya E., et al
- Journal article citation:
- Aging and Mental Health, 13(4), July 2009, pp.577-586.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
This study examined knowledge of late-life depression among staff working in residential and community aged care settings, as well as their previous training in caring for older people with depression. A sample of 320 aged care staff from an area of Australia completed a survey questionnaire. Participants included direct care staff, registered nurses and Care Managers from nursing and residential homes and community aged care services. Less than half of the participating aged care staff had received any training in depression, with particularly low rates in residential care. Although aware of the importance of engaging with depressed care recipients and demonstrating moderate knowledge of the symptoms of depression, a substantial proportion of staff members saw depression as a natural consequence of bereavement, aging or relocation to aged care.