Browsing by Subject "intellectual disabilities"

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    Applying theory to overcome internal barriers for healthy behavior change in adults with intellectual disabilities
    (Sage, 2021-06) Oliver, Amy; Munk, Niki; Stanton-Nichols, Kathleen A; Health Sciences, School of Health and Human Sciences
    Adults with disabilities are 57% less physically active than individuals without disabilities and two times as likely to be obese. With obesity, adults with disabilities also face increased risk of comorbid disabilities stemming from obesity. The purpose of this theoretical case study was to identify key behavioral change theories which may be utilized to increase physical activity levels in adults with intellectual disabilities. The Self-Efficacy Theory and Self-Determination Theory both present constructs for understanding behavior change, and many of these constructs are interrelated which strongly suggests many behavioral change theories identify internal barriers for change. With theoretical case studies, these theories are examined within the context of adapted physical activity to depict how the Self-Efficacy Theory and Self-Determination Theory could be utilized to increase physical activity in individuals with intellectual disabilities.
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    Early Childhood Development in Children Born to HIV-Infected Mothers: Perspectives From Kenyan Clinical Providers and Caregivers
    (SAGE, 2018-01-01) McHenry, Megan S.; Oyungu, Eren; McAteer, Carole I.; Ombitsa, Ananda R.; Cheng, Erika R.; Ayaya, Samuel O.; Vreeman, Rachel C.; Pediatrics, School of Medicine
    Objective. To understand the perspectives of clinical providers and caregivers regarding early childhood development (ECD) in children born to HIV-infected mothers in Kenya. Methods. This was a qualitative study of provider and caregiver perspectives on ECD at 5 Kenyan HIV clinics, using semistructured interviews and focus group discussions. Constant comparison and triangulation methods were employed to elucidate the concepts of ECD. Results. Twenty-five providers and 67 caregivers participated. While providers understood ECD in terms of milestones, caregivers strongly equated ECD with physical growth. Factors affecting ECD, such as nutrition, perinatal effects, and illness, were perceived differently by providers and caregivers. Both groups generally believed that HIV-infected children would have typical ECD if adherent to their HIV treatment. Conclusions. Important considerations regarding ECD in this population were uncovered. Understanding provider and caregiver perspectives’ on ECD in HIV-exposed children is critical for promoting ECD in this community.
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    Inclusive Health Programming for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities
    (2022-05) Nickerson, Sarah; Chase, Anthony; Department of Occupational Therapy, School of Health and Human Sciences; Devine, Samantha
    People with intellectual disabilities face many health disparities including limited access, knowledge, communication, and quality healthcare services. The capstone experience aimed to decrease some of the gaps that the intellectual disabilities community faces. The project applied the focuses of education and advocacy to increase awareness in society of inclusive healthcare. Through the various projects completed in the capstone experience, the target populations received educational resources and materials to increase participation. The capstone was designed to assist in people with intellectual disabilities to achieve their full health potential by providing access to quality health providers, educational opportunities, and resource and feedback sharing. Through qualitative feedback and discussions, the capstone experience engaged members of the intellectual disability (ID) community to increase knowledge and independence of their own health. The capstone student gained competence in working with the ID population as well as the significance of inclusive healthcare in future career decisions and client interactions. The overall capstone experience resulted in an increase in inclusive healthcare through the organization and for a future statewide level in the community.