scholarly journals How to Make Digitalization Better Serve an Increasing Quality of Life?

2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (2) ◽  
pp. 611
Author(s):  
Oleg A. Kryzhanovskij ◽  
Natalia A. Baburina ◽  
Anastasia O. Ljovkina
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Social Economic ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Close Correlation ◽  
Social Progress ◽  
Positive Effects ◽  
Visual Tool ◽  
National Trends ◽  
Objective Indicators

Modern people live in the era of knowledge and digitalization supposed to increase their quality of life. Nevertheless, digital technologies are only the instruments in the development and transformation of social-economic processes and their usage per se does not ensure only positive effects, which much depends on goals, conditions, institutes, etc. Thus, digitalization has an unambiguous influence on many social-economic processes and needs a wise policy to provide smooth progress and well-being for everybody. This study aims to design and test appropriate tools for managing digitalization to direct this process on increasing the quality of life. For this purpose we analyzed: (1) correlation to identify interrelations between digitalization and quality of life; (2) the potential of using the visualization matrix method to identify and monitor national trends of digitalization in the context of quality of life. We found: (1) close correlation between subjective and objective indicators of quality of life and between the quality of life and digitalization; (2) the two-dimensional matrix turned out to be a relevant visual tool that embraces specific two-way relationships between human development and digitalization. In combination with statistical and qualitative methods, this tool has wide prospects for managing digitalization in the context of social progress and increasing quality of life.

The Stories the Numbers Do Not Tell

2020 ◽  
pp. 29-42
Author(s):  
Carol Graham
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Data Collection ◽  
Growth Rates ◽  
Best Practice ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Course Evaluations ◽  
Social Progress ◽  
Standard Data ◽  
Market Trends

This chapter discusses the measurement of well-being in a Culture of Health. The aggregate numbers and standard measures typically used to measure progress—growth rates, unemployment figures, and stock market trends—mask the underlying crisis of social ill-being. In contrast, well-being metrics uncover the stories that these numbers do not tell. As such, incorporating measures of well-being to provide a more nuanced view of how people are doing; to inform policies to address serious pockets of ill-being and to enhance aggregate societal well-being; and to create a new narrative about social progress is a proposition whose time has come. Surveys are a standard data collection mechanism for well-being data, and there is now established best practice for implementing well-being surveys. A key consensus is on the importance of measuring three distinct dimensions of well-being: hedonic, evaluative, and eudaimonic. The chapter then describes hedonic metrics, evaluative metrics, and eudaimonic metrics. Ideal measurement practice includes all three sets of measures, as they each reveal different elements of quality of life and well-being, ranging from daily moods to life course evaluations to purposefulness or lack thereof.

Correlazioni positive tra spiritualità e salute: i risultati di alcune indagini / Positive correlations between spirituality and health: results from some surveys

2019 ◽  
Vol 68 (1) ◽  
pp. 41-54
Author(s):  
Paolo Morocutti
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Health Personnel ◽  
Medical Condition ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Close Correlation ◽  
General Medical Condition ◽  
Spirituality And Health ◽  
Positive Correlations ◽  
Positive Effect

La dimensione religiosa dell’uomo contribuisce in modo sostanziale al mantenimento della condizione medica generale, migliorando e preservando la qualità della vita. Quanto fa bene la fede? La preghiera fa ammalare meno e guarire prima? La partecipazione ai servizi religiosi porta realmente un effetto positivo sulla salute? Gli studi esaminati in questo articolo sembrano rispondere affermativamente a queste domande, evidenziando la stretta correlazione tra religiosità/spiritualità, salute e benessere fisico e psicologico. L’impatto antropologico e sociologico di tale realtà conduce ad evidenti riflessioni storiche e filosofiche, ma anche mediche e bioetiche, generando l’esigenza di una profonda trasformazione nella formazione del personale sanitario, dove l’aspetto religioso o spirituale non è ritenuto importante, né rilevante nell’approccio medico per la cura e l’assistenza del paziente. Nonostante ciò, numerosi studi approfondiscono ed attestano l’importanza di questo aspetto sia dei singoli, sia dell’intera popolazione. ---------- Religious dimension of man contributes substantially to maintain general medical condition, improving and preserving quality of life. How good is faith? Does prayer make you sick less and get better sooner? Does participation in religious services actually have a positive effect on health? The studies examined within this article seem to answer positively to these questions, highlighting the close correlation between religiosity / spirituality, health and physical and psychological well-being. The anthropological and sociological impact of this reality leads to evident historical and philosophical as well as medical and bioethical reflections, generating the need for a deep transformation of health personnel training, where the religious or spiritual aspect are not considered as important, nor relevant for medical approach to patient’s care. Nevertheless, several studies address and highlight the importance of this aspect for both individuals and whole population.

scholarly journals Differentiated tactics of pregnancy in women with premature rupture of membranes

2020 ◽  
pp. 42-51
Author(s):  
Z.M. Dubossarska ◽  
◽  
Yu.O. Dubossarska ◽  
Ye.O. Puzii ◽  
◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Connective Tissue ◽  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Premature Rupture Of Membranes ◽  
Premature Rupture ◽  
Positive Effects ◽  
Advanced Algorithm ◽  
Connective Tissue Dysplasia

The problem of premature rupture of membranes (PROM) is unfortunately still relevant in modern obstetrics and perinatology, especially in preterm pregnancy, and leads to 20% of all cases of perinatal loss. Among the possible causes, a lot of attention has recently been paid to disorders of connective tissue structure of genetic origin. The article provides an overview of current medical literature on the causes and diagnosis of PROM. Preliminary own data on the positive effect of the advanced algorithm for detecting undifferentiated connective tissue dysplasia (UCTD) on obstetric and perinatal outcomes are also given. The objective: to clarify the causes of PROM, the role of the severity of connective tissue dysplasia to predict risk factors for preterm birth, especially when combined in pregnant women with anemia. Materials and methods. A total of 60 pregnant women with IDF were examined. During the survey, laboratory and instrumental methods were used. Results. Quality of life in women with NDTT had an inverse mean relationship between the patients’ well-being and the number of PST phenotypic manifestations (r = 0.653; p> 94%). In addition, a high constitutionally determined level of personal anxiety was established. Quality of life depends on the number and severity of phenotypic abnormalities, ie the more signs of connective tissue dysplasia (joint hypermobility, scoliosis, nephroptosis, increased bleeding, myopia, pronounced varicose veins, etc.), the lower this indicator. As pregnancy progressed, worsening of health and decrease in quality of life in patients with NDST was observed. Conclusion. The advanced algorithm has demonstrated the positive effects in pregnant women with undifferentiated connective tissue dysplasia on obstetric and perinatal delivery, and the findings suggest that it is practiced in health care. Key words: premature rupture of membranes, preterm pregnancy, undifferentiated connective tissue dysplasia.

scholarly journals How does a targeted active labour market program impact on the well-being of the unemployed? A Concept Mapping study on Barcelona “Employment in the Neighbourhoods”

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Vanessa Puig-Barrachina ◽  
Davide Malmusi ◽  
Lucía Artazcoz ◽  
Xavier Bartoll ◽  
Eva Clotet ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Labour Market ◽  
Concept Mapping ◽  
Technical Assistance ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Scaling Analysis ◽  
Labour Market Situation ◽  
Positive Effects ◽  
Active Labour

Abstract Background: The “Employment in the neighbourhoods” program is an innovative, tailor-made Active Labour Market Program that has been implemented in 12 neighbourhoods in Barcelona (Spain). Its goal is to get people from deprived, high-unemployment neighbourhoods back to work. The aim of this study was to describe the effects of the program on participants’ quality of life, and identify the mechanisms underlying these effects, according to their own perception and the perception of technical staff who assisted them. Methods: We used Concept Mapping, a mixed methods approach combining qualitative and quantitative analysis, to develop a conceptual map of the participants’ and technical staffs’ perceptions about changes in the participants’ quality of life. Data collection occurred within the generation and structuring steps where participants brainstormed answers to a focus question, and then rated and sorted the responses. To create maps, we used Concept Systems Incorporated software, which conducted two main forms of analysis, a multidimensional scaling analysis, and a hierarchical cluster analysis. Results: Study participants reported several positive effects on mental health and emotional wellbeing, including self-esteem and empowerment, and considered that this was achieved through strengthened social networks, skills acquisition, emotional coaching, and personalized technical assistance. They also described some negative impacts, mainly related to the labour market situation. We observed marked gender differences in the discourses of program participants. Conclusions: The results obtained have allowed us to identify different perceived effects and mechanisms by which the “Employment in the Neighbourhoods” Active Labour Market Programme can influence quality of life of participants from the most deprived areas of Barcelona. Keywords Active labour market programs, unemployment, Barcelona City (Spain), deprived neighbourhoods, gender, quality of life, concept mapping.

scholarly journals How does a targeted active labour market program impact on the well-being of the unemployed? A Concept Mapping study on Barcelona “Employment in the Neighbourhoods”

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Vanessa Puig-Barrachina ◽  
Davide Malmusi ◽  
Lucía Artazcoz ◽  
Xavier Bartoll ◽  
Eva Clotet ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Labour Market ◽  
Concept Mapping ◽  
Technical Assistance ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Scaling Analysis ◽  
Labour Market Situation ◽  
Positive Effects ◽  
Active Labour

Abstract Background: The “Employment in the neighbourhoods” program is an innovative, tailor-made Active Labour Market Program that has been implemented in 12 neighbourhoods in Barcelona (Spain). Its goal is to get people from deprived, high-unemployment neighbourhoods back to work. The aim of this study was to describe the effects of the program on participants’ quality of life, and identify the mechanisms underlying these effects, according to their own perception and the perception of technical staff who assisted them. Methods: We used Concept Mapping, a mixed methods approach combining qualitative and quantitative analysis, to develop a conceptual map of the participants’ and technical staffs’ perceptions about changes in the participants’ quality of life. Data were collected during the generation and structuring steps, where participants brainstormed answers to a focus question, and then rate and sort the responses. To create maps, we used Concept Systems Incorporated software, which conducted two main forms of analysis, a multidimensional scaling analysis, and a hierarchical cluster analysis. Results: Study participants reported several positive effects on mental health and emotional wellbeing, including self-esteem and empowerment, and considered that this was achieved through strengthened social networks, skills acquisition, emotional coaching, and personalized technical assistance. They also described some negative impacts, mainly related to the labour market situation. We observed marked gender differences in the discourses of program participants.Conclusions: The results obtained have allowed us to identify different perceived effects and mechanisms by which the “Employment in the Neighbourhoods” Active Labour Market Programme can influence quality of life of participants from the most deprived areas of Barcelona.

scholarly journals Singing as a health-promoting activity in elderly care: a qualitative, longitudinal study in Norway

2020 ◽  
Vol 25 (5) ◽  
pp. 404-418
Author(s):  
Kari Bjerke Batt-Rawden ◽  
Kristi Stedje
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Nursing Homes ◽  
Elderly Care ◽  
Symptom Relief ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Educational Programme ◽  
Standards Of Care ◽  
Older Person ◽  
Positive Effects

Background The current standards of care of the older person recommend employing non-pharmacological approaches to challenges, including safe approaches to managing pain and stress, enhancing symptom relief, and fostering independent lifestyles with the highest quality of life possible. More research is needed to enable nurses and other medical staff to use singing and music-based interventions, to access singing-based programmes, and promote a greater use of choirs in nursing homes. A solid basis of positive experiences and feedback through evidence in practice is required to help promote support for such activities. Aims To identify, explore and describe experiences, attitudes, beliefs, issues, processes and changes among nurses, carers and leaders in reference to implementation of the educational programme ‘Singing Nursing Homes’, Norway. To increase knowledge and understanding of how an educational song programme could become an integral part of nursing practice and quality of care in nursing and care homes, and identify why this would be constructive. Since its inception in 2015, ‘Singing Norway’ wanted to offer a professional, evidence-based programme for nursing homes throughout the country. Methods A longitudinal, qualitative and explorative approach. In-depth interviews and focus group interviews of female employees ( n = 19) from three nursing homes in Norway, 2018. Results Nursing home employees perceived singing to have potential benefits for their patients, such as reducing uneasiness, increased comfort, well-being and joy, improved sleep, and believed singing had the potential to reduce the need for medication and prevent accidents among their patients. By facilitating opportunities for learning and practice, staff in nursing homes were able to use singing as part of their ‘art of caring’, enhancing environmental care for the older person. Singing was found to have positive effects for the patients, their relatives and the staff, which improved the psychosocial working climate overall. Conclusions Singing interventions could be a vital component for the enhancement of health, well-being and quality of life for the patients and staff in nursing homes.

Slow Tourism in Low-Density Territories

2022 ◽  
pp. 106-130
Author(s):  
Mafalda Marques ◽  
João Reis
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Local Development ◽  
Tourism Development ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Host Community ◽  
Low Density ◽  
Positive Effects ◽  
Serra Da Estrela ◽  
To Receive

This research focuses on slow tourism in low-density areas of Beiras and Serra da Estrela, Portugal, and explores how these genuine and authentic spaces can become attractive for tourism development. Compared to visitors who travel to a destination to visit as many attractions as possible in the shortest time, slow tourists refuse to be treated as a number and seek to receive from and give to their destination in the same proportion. Their involvement in a host community, practiced in a personalized, deep, and informed way, contributes to their well-being. The community's inhabitants recognize that their cultural identity is valued, feel motivated to serve as ambassadors, and note that tourist activities can lead to improvements in their quality of life. This research includes the results of interviews, a benchmarking in Italy, and an analysis of a village tourism. The findings reveal the opportunities they hold for slow tourism, with very positive effects for local development.

scholarly journals The Relationship Between Emotional Intelligence and Diabetes Management: A Systematic Review

2021 ◽  
Vol 12 ◽  
Author(s):  
Aida Pérez-Fernández ◽  
Pablo Fernández-Berrocal ◽  
María José Gutiérrez-Cobo
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Systematic Review ◽  
Emotional Intelligence ◽  
Protective Factor ◽  
Diabetes Management ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Psychological Variables ◽  
Positive Effects ◽  
Starting Point

Diabetes has been associated with affective disorders which complicate the management of the disease. Emotional intelligence (EI), or the ability to perceive, facilitate, understand, and regulate emotions, has shown to be a protective factor of emotional disorders in general population. The main objective of this study was to systematically review the role of the EI construct in Type 1 and Type 2 diabetics and to observe how EI is related to biological and psychological variables. Comprehensive searches were conducted in PubMed, Scopus, PsycInfo, and Cochrane without time limitations, for studies examining the link between diabetes and EI. A total of 12 eligible studies were selected according to the inclusion criteria. We divided the results into four sections: (1) EI and hemoglobin glycosylated (HbA1c), (2) EI training effects, (3) differences in EI between persons with diabetes and without diabetes, and (4) EI and psychological adjustment and well-being. The results showed negative correlations between EI and HbA1c, positive effects of EI training on quality of life, anxiety, and glycemic control, no differences in EI between people with diabetes and healthy individuals, and, finally, negative correlations between EI and different psychological variables such as diabetes-related anxiety and distress, and positive correlations with quality of life, well-being, and marital satisfaction. This systematic review offers a starting point for a theoretical and practical understanding of the role played by EI in the management of diabetes and reveals that EI is a promising protective factor for biological and psychological variables in this population.

scholarly journals How does a targeted active labour market program impact on the well-being of the unemployed? A Concept Mapping study on Barcelona “Employment in the Neighbourhoods”

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Vanessa Puig-Barrachina ◽  
Davide Malmusi ◽  
Lucía Artazcoz ◽  
Xavier Bartoll ◽  
Eva Clotet ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Labour Market ◽  
Concept Mapping ◽  
Technical Assistance ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Scaling Analysis ◽  
Labour Market Situation ◽  
Positive Effects ◽  
Active Labour

Abstract Background: The “Employment in the neighbourhoods” program is an innovative, tailor-made Active Labour Market Program that has been implemented in 12 neighbourhoods in Barcelona (Spain). Its goal is to get people from deprived, high-unemployment neighbourhoods back to work. The aim of this study was to describe the effects of the program on participants’ quality of life, and identify the mechanisms underlying these effects, according to their own perception and the perception of technical staff who assisted them. Methods: We used Concept Mapping, a mixed methods approach combining qualitative and quantitative analysis, to develop a conceptual map of the participants’ and technical staffs’ perceptions about changes in the participants’ quality of life. Data collection occurred within the generation and structuring steps where participants brainstormed answers to a focus question, and then rated and sorted the responses. To create maps, we used Concept Systems Incorporated software, which conducted two main forms of analysis, a multidimensional scaling analysis, and a hierarchical cluster analysis. Results: Study participants reported several positive effects on mental health and emotional wellbeing, including self-esteem and empowerment, and considered that this was achieved through strengthened social networks, skills acquisition, emotional coaching, and personalized technical assistance. They also described some negative impacts, mainly related to the labour market situation. We observed marked gender differences in the discourses of program participants. Conclusions: The results obtained have allowed us to identify different perceived effects and mechanisms by which the “Employment in the Neighbourhoods” Active Labour Market Programme can influence quality of life of participants from the most deprived areas of Barcelona. Keywords Active labour market programs, unemployment, Barcelona City (Spain), deprived neighbourhoods, gender, quality of life, concept mapping.

Measuring Progress: Is Life Getting Better?

1998 ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Gross Domestic Product ◽  
Economic Activity ◽  
Social Economic ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Ecological Sustainability ◽  
The Past ◽  
National Performance ◽  
Health And Well Being

This book is the most wide-ranging exploration of national progress yet undertaken, spanning social, economic and environmental perspectives. It brings together some of Australia’s leading researchers to consider indicators of national performance, what they tell us about the quality and sustainability of life in Australia, and how these measures can be improved. It also includes commentaries by senior bureaucrats, academics and community representatives. At one level, the debate is about the adequacy of Gross Domestic Product, as the dominant indicator of a nation’s performance, relative to both the past and other nations. However, the debate also reaches far beyond this question to challenge conventional thinking about progress and the relationships between economic activity, quality of life, health and well-being, and ecological sustainability.

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