Are there associations among physical activity, fatigue, sleep quality and pain in people with mental illness? A pilot study

2013 ◽  
Vol 21 (8) ◽  
pp. 738-745 ◽  
Author(s):  
J. Connaughton ◽  
S. Patman ◽  
C. Pardoe
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Mental Illness ◽  
Pilot Study ◽  
Sleep Quality ◽  
People With Mental Illness

scholarly journals Barriers, attitudes, confidence, and knowledge of nurses regarding metabolic health screening and intervention in people with mental illness: a pilot study from Uganda

2019 ◽  
Vol 19 (3) ◽  
pp. 2546-2554
Author(s):  
Davy Vancampfort ◽  
Andrew Watkins ◽  
Philip B Ward ◽  
Michel Probst ◽  
Marc De Hert ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Mental Illness ◽  
Pilot Study ◽  
Health Screening ◽  
Metabolic Health ◽  
African Countries ◽  
People With Mental Illness ◽  
Increased Risk ◽  
High Workload ◽  
Sub Saharan

Background: People with mental illness are at an increased risk for developing cardio-metabolic disorders. Routine screening following pharmacotherapy is however unacceptably low in sub-Saharan African countries with less than 1% adequately screened. It is unknown whether this is due to a lack of adequate competences.Objectives: The aim of this pilot study was to assess the barriers, attitudes, confidence, and knowledge of nurses regarding metabolic health, prevention and treatment in Uganda.Methods: Twenty-eight nurses (39% female, 30.9±6.9 years) completed the Metabolic – Barriers, Confidence, Attitudes and Knowledge Questionnaire and the physical activity prescription rate item of the Exercise in Mental Illness Questionnaire.Results: More than 75% had a positive attitude towards metabolic screening and intervention and more than 50% were confident in providing smoking cessation advice, and physical activity and nutritional counseling. However, 57% stated that their heavy workload prevented them from doing health screening and promotion activities. There was a negative correlation (ρ=-0.54, P=0.003) between the frequency of physical activity prescription and the perception of the inability of patients to change.Conclusion: The present findings suggest that nurses are generally supportive of metabolic health screening and intervention but their high workload prevents them from implementing metabolic health interventions.Keywords: Exercise, diet, metabolic syndrome, screening, smoking.

Implementing evidence-based physical activity interventions for people with mental illness: an Australian perspective

2015 ◽  
Vol 24 (1) ◽  
pp. 49-54 ◽  
Author(s):  
Simon Rosenbaum ◽  
Anne Tiedemann ◽  
Robert Stanton ◽  
Alexandra Parker ◽  
Anna Waterreus ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Mental Illness ◽  
Evidence Based ◽  
Physical Activity Interventions ◽  
People With Mental Illness

scholarly journals Experiences with Participation in a Supervised Group-Based Outdoor Cycling Programme for People with Mental Illness: A Focus Group Study

2019 ◽  
Vol 16 (4) ◽  
pp. 528 ◽  
Author(s):  
Helle Schnor ◽  
Stina Linderoth ◽  
Julie Midtgaard
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Mental Illness ◽  
Mental Healthcare ◽  
Healthcare Services ◽  
Focus Group Study ◽  
Group Discussions ◽  
Equal Status ◽  
Personal Mastery ◽  
Sensory Experiences ◽  
People With Mental Illness

Epidemiological evidence suggests that physical exercise, notably popular sports, is associated with reduced, mental health burden. This study explored participation in a supervised, group-based, outdoor cycling programme (10 × 10 km rides over a five-month period) for people with mental illness. We conducted two rounds of three audio-taped focus groups with people with mental illness (n = 25, mean age = 40 years) that focused on previous physical activity and motivation for enrolment (baseline), and on programme evaluation, including subjective wellbeing (after 10 weeks). Transcribed verbatim, the group discussions were analysed using systematic text condensation, which identified 12 categories and four themes: 1) Reinvigoration, (2) motivation through equal status, (3) group commitment without focus on illness, and (4) the value of cycling. Of particular interest was the potential for outdoor cycling to support unique non-stigmatising therapeutic relationships in a non-patient environment, outdoor sensory experiences, e.g., fresh air, wind, and rain, and feelings of personal mastery, equal status, solidarity, community, and healing. This study indicated that outdoor cycling performed in groups supervised by healthcare staff may support exercise self-efficacy and empower people with mental illness, potentially promoting long-term physical activity and participation. Future interventional studies examining the effectiveness of outdoor cycling complementary to conventional community mental healthcare services are warranted.

Effects of two physical activity programs on sleep quality in MCI individuals: a pilot study

2019 ◽  
Vol 64 ◽  
pp. S30-S31
Author(s):  
M. Mailloux ◽  
F. Belzile ◽  
B. Sasseville ◽  
C. Bastien ◽  
C. Hudon ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Pilot Study ◽  
Sleep Quality ◽  
Physical Activity Programs

scholarly journals Preferences of people with mental illness for engaging in exercise programs under COVID-19 restrictions

2020 ◽  
pp. 103985622097529
Author(s):  
Justin J Chapman ◽  
Emily Hielscher ◽  
Sue Patterson ◽  
Nicola Reavley ◽  
Wendy J Brown ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Physical Activity ◽  
Mental Illness ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Mental Illnesses ◽  
Physical Activity Program ◽  
Exercise Programs ◽  
Activity Program ◽  
People With Mental Illness ◽  
The Impact

Objectives: People with mental illness may be vulnerable to decline in mental health and reduced physical activity because of the COVID-19 pandemic and associated restrictions. The aim of this study was to inform the design of physical activity interventions for implementation under these conditions to improve/maintain well-being and physical activity in this population. Methods: People with mental illness who had participated in a physical activity program prior to the pandemic were invited to complete a survey about the impact of COVID-19 on mental health and physical activity and their preferences for engaging in a physical activity program under pandemic-related restrictions. Results: More than half the 59 respondents reported worse mental health and lower physical activity during the pandemic. The preferred format for a physical activity program was one-on-one exercise instruction in-person in a park. Program components endorsed as helpful included incentivization, provision of exercise equipment and fitness devices, and daily exercise programs. About a third of the participants reported limitations in using technology for a physical activity program. Conclusions: In-person exercise support is preferred by people with mental illnesses during pandemic-related restrictions. Enablement strategies such as providing equipment and self-monitoring devices should be utilized; assistance may be needed to incorporate the use of technology in exercise programs.

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