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- ItemOpen AccessA Scoping Review Protocol on Experiential Learning in Higher Education First-Year Undergraduate Courses(2023-11) Christophe, MacKenna; Din, Cari; Hayden, K. Alix
- ItemEmbargoSocial support and social barriers for participating in group physical activity among older women living alone(Taylor & Francis, 2023-06-27) Beselt, L. Jayne; McDonough, Meghan H.; Hewson, Jennifer; Din, CariOlder adults who live alone are more likely to experience social isolation. Physical activity (PA) provides an opportunity and purpose for participating socially, but there may be social barriers for this population. We examined experiences with social support, social connections, and social barriers related to participating in group PA among older adult women who live alone. Older adult women (n = 16; Mage = 66.9 years, the majority of whom were White) who live alone were interviewed, and data were thematically analysed. Perspectives on living alone varied, with some valuing the freedom of not accommodating another person, while others felt it hampered motivation. Group PA contexts could provide a community who would notice if something was wrong, motivation to leave the house, and a source of comparison for inspiration and benchmarking progress, but some experienced a lack of support and women varied in their perspectives on what supports met their needs. Barriers included challenges with engaging with unfamiliar social groups alone. Many discussed the perspective that they took responsibility for motivating their own PA. Living alone has varied advantages and challenges, and PA may fill support needs in this population. Programs should consider barriers such as the awkwardness of entering social situations alone, and structure classes to encourage social participation and opportunities for building closer connections for those who seek them.
- ItemOpen AccessSocial supports and barriers for older adults not currently participating in group physical activity(Human Kinetics, 2023-08-14) Morrison, Lindsay; McDonough, Meghan H; Hewson, Jennifer; Toohey, Ann; Din, Cari; Kenny, Sarah J; Crocker, PeterGroup physical activity can provide physical and social benefits; however, social barriers or a lack of social support may affect participation. This study examined social support needs and barriers among older adults who were not participating in group physical activities. Using interpretive description, semi-structured interviews were conducted with 38 older adults (M = 5 70.9 years; 81.6% women). Themes were grouped into two categories. Category one, expectations and initial impressions, consisted of: (1) groups cannot meet everyone's expectations or interests; (2) groups are intimidating to join; and (3) the need for inclusive programming. Category two, social processes within group physical activity, consisted of: (1) modelling physical activity behaviours; (2) sharing information and suggestions about physical activity opportunities; and (3) encouragement and genuine interest. Outreach to this population should aim to address these barriers and utilize these supportive behaviours to reduce feelings of intimidation and promote participation among older adults.
- ItemEmbargo"We're a lot closer, we talk more": Family experiences and relationships following child's participation in an adapted physical activity camp(Taylor & Francis, 2023-06-25) Jessica Youngblood; Meghan H. McDonough; Elizabeth G. Condliffe; David Legg; Carolyn A. EmeryPurpose: Children and adolescents with developmental challenges may rely on their parents for assistance with everyday tasks to a greater extent than typically developing children. The objective of this study was to examine family members’ perspectives regarding family relationships related to participation in an adapted summer camp for children and adolescents living with a disability. Materials and Methods: A collective case study was conducted with eleven families who had a child living with a disability who participated in an adapted physical activity (PA) summer camp. A focus group was conducted with each family and thematically analyzed. Results: Families experienced changes in perspectives and pride surrounding adapted PA, more family conversations about disability, less parental worry, more independence of the child living with a disability, and enhanced family bonds through PA. The children who participated in the camp saw impacts on their self-confidence and independence. COVID-19-related program suspension was associated with frustration, worry, and strained family relationships. Conclusions: These findings elucidate how participation in adapted PA for children and youth with disabilities can impact family relationships. Future interventions allow for space for family interactions and create opportunity for children and adolescents with disabilities to be independent.
- ItemOpen AccessMotivations for use, user experience, and quality of menstrual cycle tracking mobile applications: A scoping review protocol(2023-07-05) Kazakoff, Alissa; Doroshuk, Marissa L.; Ganshorn, Heather; Doyle-Baker, Patricia K.Objective: This scoping review aims to comprehensively assess and describe the existing peerreviewed literature on motivations for use, user experience, and menstrual cycle app quality. Introduction: The global mHealth market is growing at an unprecedented rate and is expected to reach an estimated value of $18.7 billion by 2030 (Prophecy Market Insights, 2021). Tracking health and menstrual cycle metrics can empower individuals by increasing awareness and understanding of their menstrual cycle, being prepared for different cycle phases, contraception and fertility, improving health-related behaviours, and informing conversations with healthcare providers (Epstein et al., 2017; Levy & Romo-Avilés 2019; Karasneh et al., 2020; Adnan et al., 2021; Gonçalves et al., 2021). Recent studies have identified several different factors that render users more likely for continued app use. These include perceived personal and health benefits, app accuracy, usability, and user-friendly design (Karasneh et al, 2020; Schantz et al., 2021). Inclusion criteria: This scoping review will investigate the existing literature on menstrual cycle tracking app use and factors contributing to user retention, such as motivations for the use of the app, user experience, and app quality. All studies published in English after 2010 will be included related to investigating apps that serve a pre-menopausal menstrual cycle app user base, given that relevant data may be included even in studies where the scoping review research question is not the focus. Methods: The search strategy will aim to locate peer-reviewed studies. An initial limited search of MEDLINE was undertaken to identify articles on the topic. Studies published in English will be included. Studies published since 2010 will be included as that timeline is most appropriate for the introduction of smartphones and smartphone apps on the market. The databases to be searched include MEDLINE (Ovid platform), Embase (Ovid platform), Scopus (Elsevier), ACM Digital Library, and IEEE Xplore.