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Selected AbstractsEquality, Fairness and Rights , The Young Person's VoiceBRITISH JOURNAL OF SPECIAL EDUCATION, Issue 3 2002Paul Hamill This article presents findings from a one,year research project undertaken by experienced researchers and practitioners from the University of Strathclyde. Eleven comprehensive schools in Scotland were involved and the aim of the study was to evaluate the effectiveness of in,school support systems for young people who display challenging behaviour. Pupil Support Bases (Pupil Referral Units) had been set up in most of the schools aimed at reducing exclusion rates and these were examined from the perspective of all stakeholders , teachers, parents, young people and key inter,agency personnel. The specific focus of this article is the views of the young people who, although often perceived as disruptive, disaffected and troubled, were surprisingly articulate. They had clear messages for all professionals and, in this article, Paul Hamill, Head of the Department of Educational Support and Guidance, and Brian Boyd, a Reader in the Language Education Department, ensure that their voices are heard. [source] Enhancing Educational Support: Towards Holistic, Responsive and Strength-based Services for Young Refugees and Asylum-seekersCHILDREN & SOCIETY, Issue 4 2007Nathan Hughes The importance of early school experiences in the personal and social development of young refugees and asylum-seekers has been documented by researchers and enshrined in practice guidelines. The capacity of schools to implement these guidelines is, however, limited, in terms of the availability of appropriate knowledge and skills, financial resources and long-term planning. In this article we draw upon case studies of six school or education-based services funded by the Children's Fund. We explore the various ways in which these have enhanced the ability of schools to address multiple and interrelated family- and community-level factors impacting on the educational attendance and achievement of this group. In conclusion, we consider the challenges to scale up and sustain these services. [source] Educational support, empowerment, and its risks: The correct voice of support?EDUCATIONAL THEORY, Issue 2 2005Stefan Ramaekers [source] Culturally diverse patient,nurse interactions on acute care wardsINTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF NURSING PRACTICE, Issue 6 2006Jane Cioffi RN PhD The nurse,patient interaction is central to providing nursing care. This qualitative study explores nurses' and culturally diverse patients' experiences within nurse,patient relationships in acute care wards. Eight nurses and their respective patients volunteered to join the study and were interviewed. The three themes identified in relationships between nurses and culturally diverse patients were shared tension, perceived difference and held awareness. It is concluded from the study that relationships between nurses and culturally diverse patients in acute care wards during short episodes of hospitalization are not easy for nurses and need to receive deeper consideration as to how they can be developed more effectively. It is recommended that educational support be provided to develop more effective interactions between nurses and patients with research being carried out to investigate factors that can strengthen culturally diverse patient,nurse interactions in acute care settings. [source] Cooperative Dementia Care Clinics: A New Model for Managing Cognitively Impaired PatientsJOURNAL OF AMERICAN GERIATRICS SOCIETY, Issue 12 2006Mary Lessig BS Cooperative health care clinics (CHCCs), or shared medical appointments, are a healthcare innovation that can improve access and expand physicians' capacity to manage common geriatric conditions. This report describes a pilot program and working model for extending CHCCs to patients with dementia. Three cooperative dementia care clinics (CDCCs) met monthly for up to 1 year, drawing participants from a dementia clinic roster of patients and caregivers who had required continued specialty care for at least 3 months. Twenty-six of 33 eligible patient,caregiver dyads expressed interest, and 21 enrolled; five whose clinical status changed during the year withdrew and were replaced with new members. Brief introductory socialization, individualized clinical management, and an educational focus selected from problems of patients and caregivers were common to all sessions. Most participants required several types of clinical intervention and educational support. One group ended after reaching a natural termination point, and two others are ongoing at the request of participants. CDCCs can be a viable approach to increasing dementia care capacity in health systems. Formal service intervention trials to evaluate the generalizability and comparative effectiveness and economic viability of this model versus usual care are an appropriate next step. [source] Public library websites for teenagers: How are they addressing the consumer health information needs of today's teens?PROCEEDINGS OF THE AMERICAN SOCIETY FOR INFORMATION SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY (ELECTRONIC), Issue 1 2007Jennifer E. Burke Young adult use of the Web both for creating and reviewing content continues to grow and the Internet has become an important tool for teenagers seeking health information (Borzekowski & Rickert 2001, Gray et al 2005; Rideout 2001; Richardson 2002; Vargas 2005). More than 70 percent of 15 to 17 year olds say they have used the Internet to look up health information (Rideout 2001, Richardson et al 2002). In fact, the Kaiser Family Foundation study reported in "Generation Rx.com" found that more youth had looked for health information than had engaged in various Web 2.0 behaviors as purchasing something online or using a chat room (Rideout 2001). Researchers cite availability, anonymity, and affordability as the key reasons teenagers turn to the web for answers to their health-related questions (Barak & Fisher 2001; Gray et al 2005). While the Internet provides teenagers with access to a wealth of health-related resources, it also presents challenges that can negatively impact the ability of adolescents to access quality information online. Difficulty conducting searches, judging the credibility of the information retrieved, and accessing sites due to filtering software are just a few of the barriers teenagers face (Gray et al 2002; Gray et al 2005; Richardson et al 2002). Like many Web users, teenagers also express concerns about privacy and confidentiality, especially in chat rooms or email correspondences (Vargas 2005). Given the issues teens face when searching for health information online, it seems natural that public libraries take the lead in providing assistance to teenagers who need help finding health information. Libraries, particularly public libraries, have a long history of providing consumer heath information to adults in their communities, and this service has transitioned online as libraries provide Internet access to electronic consumer health information (Smith 2006). In addition, many public libraries have developed websites specifically for teenagers. As more teens look for personalized information or the ability to ,create' their own content, these library web pages often serve as centers for reference, educational support, popular materials, community information, and library programming (Hughes-Hassell & Miller 2003; Jones 1997). Including links to useful websites would alleviate some of the frustration teenagers face when searching for quality health information on the Internet and allow them to make their own informed decisions (Vargas 2005). But how common is it for these web pages to provide consumer health information for teenagers? [source] Characteristics and educational support needs of underrepresented gifted adolescentsPSYCHOLOGY IN THE SCHOOLS, Issue 5 2001Melissa Stormont The purpose of this article is to present the characteristics and needs of adolescent students who are underrepresented in gifted programs. The specific populations of underrepresented gifted youth who will be addressed in this article include young women, students with learning disabilities, and students living in poverty. The academic and social-emotional needs of students from underrepresented populations will be presented, followed by strategies professionals can use to support these students. The importance of developing more sensitive identification and outreach programs for these youth is clearly illuminated by their social-emotional characteristics and academic underachievement. It is important to create support strategies for students at the secondary level, as this may be their last point of entry in the educational system. © 2001 John Wiley & Sons, Inc. [source] Managing the complexity of change in postgraduate surgical education and trainingANZ JOURNAL OF SURGERY, Issue 3 2009David J. Hillis Abstract Pressure of workforce shortages, educational reform, heightened regulatory requirements and increased community expectations and scrutiny, has led to demand for substantial change in the provision of surgical education and training. The Royal Australasian College of Surgeons has responded positively to these external factors through an extensive review of local and worldwide practice and opinion, providing ongoing realignment of its governance and committee structure, substantially adjusting the structure of its educational program and increasing the educational support to trainees and supervisors. The College looks to the Council and its senior Fellows to create the direction and drive, but these changes need to be supported and implemented with care by the management and administrative staff of the College and specialist societies. This is in an opinion-rich zone with substantial regulatory scrutiny. [source] What's new in atopic eczema?CLINICAL & EXPERIMENTAL DERMATOLOGY, Issue 6 2008An analysis of the clinical significance of systematic reviews on atopic eczema published in 200 Summary This review summarizes clinically important findings from 19 systematic reviews published between January 2006 and August 2007 on the topic of atopic eczema (AE). The evidence suggests that avoidance of allergenic foods during pregnancy or the use of hydrolyzed or soy formula milks does not prevent eczema. Delayed introduction of solids may decrease eczema risk. Asthma typically develops in around a third of children with eczema, and wheezing in early infancy is a predictor of risk. Established topical corticosteroids such as betamethasone should be used just once daily. Topical tacrolimus and pimecrolimus can be used for people who become dependent on topical corticosteroids, especially on sensitive sites such as the face. Wet wraps are useful in secondary care for inducing remission in a child, but they are not a treatment for mild eczema and they should not be used long term. Oral ciclosporin can be used for inducing a remission in severe eczema, and azathioprine can be considered for maintenance treatment. Narrowband ultraviolet (UV)B phototherapy can be used for chronic AE, and UVA1 may be useful for acute eczema. There is little convincing evidence of a clinical benefit with evening primrose oil for eczema, but there is some good new evidence that educational support to eczema families is beneficial. Future trials need to be larger, and include active comparators, patient-reported outcomes and longer-term aspects of disease control. They should be better reported, and registered on a public clinical trials register. [source] | ||||||||||||||||