This case study presents different strategies that were explored by the patient’s mother (who is a researcher in music and medicine) when her 17-year-old daughter was diagnosed with ME (Myalgic Encephalomyelitis), al...This case study presents different strategies that were explored by the patient’s mother (who is a researcher in music and medicine) when her 17-year-old daughter was diagnosed with ME (Myalgic Encephalomyelitis), also known as Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS). ME is not widely recognized in the Global as well as the Swedish population at large, and within healthcare, there are no standardized recommended treatments, partly due to the lack of published evidence-based studies. This case study aims to provide insights into how the Swedish healthcare system works, how different clinics and hospitals within it operate and interconnect;and how these contribute to health outcomes after 15 months of treatment.展开更多
AIM:To understand the current situation of parental perspectives,knowledge,and practices concerning myopia prevention and control for both pre-and school-aged children.METHODS:This study was a cross-sectional survey t...AIM:To understand the current situation of parental perspectives,knowledge,and practices concerning myopia prevention and control for both pre-and school-aged children.METHODS:This study was a cross-sectional survey that involved children aged 0 to 15y and their parents.Participants were required to respond to an online questionnaire by scanning a quick response(QR)code.The questionnaire consisted of 25 tick-box questions and was open to response from December 22,2022,to January 5,2023.The dioptric traits of the children,the visual status and educational background of the parents,the parental perspectives towards myopia and its risks,and the parents’knowledge and practices related to myopia prevention and control were recorded and measured.The Chi-square test and binomial logistic regression were used for statistics.RESULTS:Totally 350 parents responded to the questionnaire.The prevalence and severity of myopia among the surveyed children exhibited a positive correlation with advancing age(P<0.001 and P=0.004,respectively).Nearly half of parents with myopic children considered myopia did not pose any health threat and could be effectively corrected(P<0.001).Parents who held master’s or doctoral degree demonstrated a better understanding of children’s vision standards for each age group(P=0.001),and 31.63% of them could undergo initial vision screening for their children during the age of 0 to 3y while parents with bachelor’s degree(34.04%)and below(32.43%)mainly initiated the vision examination for their children at the age of 4 to 6y(P=0.05).Parents with master’s or doctoral degree also exhibited more rational practices concerning outdoor time(P=0.048)and sleep time(P=0.044).No other significant discrepancy among the different educational groups in additional conceptions of myopia,such as hyperopia reserve,axis length,and corneal curvature alterations.Most parents preferred to employ conventional interventions,such as enhancing indoor lighting condition(80.00%)and ensuring appropriate reading posture and distance(71.71%).CONCLUSION:The current status of parental knowledge and practices about myopia prevention and control remains outdated and deficient.The administrative department should implement efficacious and adaptable measures to enhance parental awareness and foster their commitment towards myopia prevention and control.展开更多
Purpose:With climate change education becoming more prevalent in schools around the globe,it is increasingly important that we understand parental perspectives on this topic.Children cross the boundaries between home ...Purpose:With climate change education becoming more prevalent in schools around the globe,it is increasingly important that we understand parental perspectives on this topic.Children cross the boundaries between home and school culture every day,and their parents'attitudes,beliefs,and practices can influence their academic engagement in all content areas.In the 2022-2023 academic year,New Jersey(N)adopted climate change education standards across grade levels and subject areas.We seek to understand parental perspectives on this curriculum change.Design/Approach/Methods:In October-November 2022,a survey was distributed to parents of children attending public(state)school in NJ to identify how they discuss,support,and question their children's education about climate change.A total of 83 parents responded to the survey.Findings:Survey results revealed that parents talk to their children about climate change with the support of various tools and strategies.However,parents expressed concerns about teachers'preparedness to introduce climate change topics appropriately and their own readiness to support this instruction at home.Furthermore,several respondents voiced concerns about how to approach climate change discussions in a way that is mindful of children's developmental and mental health needs.Originality/Value:Little is known about the way in which parents view educational innovations affect their implementation.This study examines parents'perspectives on a novel approach to integrating climate change instruction across subject areas and grade levels.展开更多
文摘This case study presents different strategies that were explored by the patient’s mother (who is a researcher in music and medicine) when her 17-year-old daughter was diagnosed with ME (Myalgic Encephalomyelitis), also known as Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS). ME is not widely recognized in the Global as well as the Swedish population at large, and within healthcare, there are no standardized recommended treatments, partly due to the lack of published evidence-based studies. This case study aims to provide insights into how the Swedish healthcare system works, how different clinics and hospitals within it operate and interconnect;and how these contribute to health outcomes after 15 months of treatment.
基金Supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.82205196).
文摘AIM:To understand the current situation of parental perspectives,knowledge,and practices concerning myopia prevention and control for both pre-and school-aged children.METHODS:This study was a cross-sectional survey that involved children aged 0 to 15y and their parents.Participants were required to respond to an online questionnaire by scanning a quick response(QR)code.The questionnaire consisted of 25 tick-box questions and was open to response from December 22,2022,to January 5,2023.The dioptric traits of the children,the visual status and educational background of the parents,the parental perspectives towards myopia and its risks,and the parents’knowledge and practices related to myopia prevention and control were recorded and measured.The Chi-square test and binomial logistic regression were used for statistics.RESULTS:Totally 350 parents responded to the questionnaire.The prevalence and severity of myopia among the surveyed children exhibited a positive correlation with advancing age(P<0.001 and P=0.004,respectively).Nearly half of parents with myopic children considered myopia did not pose any health threat and could be effectively corrected(P<0.001).Parents who held master’s or doctoral degree demonstrated a better understanding of children’s vision standards for each age group(P=0.001),and 31.63% of them could undergo initial vision screening for their children during the age of 0 to 3y while parents with bachelor’s degree(34.04%)and below(32.43%)mainly initiated the vision examination for their children at the age of 4 to 6y(P=0.05).Parents with master’s or doctoral degree also exhibited more rational practices concerning outdoor time(P=0.048)and sleep time(P=0.044).No other significant discrepancy among the different educational groups in additional conceptions of myopia,such as hyperopia reserve,axis length,and corneal curvature alterations.Most parents preferred to employ conventional interventions,such as enhancing indoor lighting condition(80.00%)and ensuring appropriate reading posture and distance(71.71%).CONCLUSION:The current status of parental knowledge and practices about myopia prevention and control remains outdated and deficient.The administrative department should implement efficacious and adaptable measures to enhance parental awareness and foster their commitment towards myopia prevention and control.
文摘Purpose:With climate change education becoming more prevalent in schools around the globe,it is increasingly important that we understand parental perspectives on this topic.Children cross the boundaries between home and school culture every day,and their parents'attitudes,beliefs,and practices can influence their academic engagement in all content areas.In the 2022-2023 academic year,New Jersey(N)adopted climate change education standards across grade levels and subject areas.We seek to understand parental perspectives on this curriculum change.Design/Approach/Methods:In October-November 2022,a survey was distributed to parents of children attending public(state)school in NJ to identify how they discuss,support,and question their children's education about climate change.A total of 83 parents responded to the survey.Findings:Survey results revealed that parents talk to their children about climate change with the support of various tools and strategies.However,parents expressed concerns about teachers'preparedness to introduce climate change topics appropriately and their own readiness to support this instruction at home.Furthermore,several respondents voiced concerns about how to approach climate change discussions in a way that is mindful of children's developmental and mental health needs.Originality/Value:Little is known about the way in which parents view educational innovations affect their implementation.This study examines parents'perspectives on a novel approach to integrating climate change instruction across subject areas and grade levels.
