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Doumit, Rita
Zeeni, Nadine
Sanchez-Ruiz, Maria-José
Khazen, Georges
2016-03-17T07:24:08Z
2016-03-17T07:24:08Z
2015
2016-03-17
0031-5990
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/3345
http://dx.doi.org/10.1111/ppc.12126
Doumit, R., Zeeni, N., Sanchez Ruiz, M. J., & Khazen, G. (2016). Anxiety as a moderator of the relationship between body image and restrained eating. Perspectives in psychiatric care, 52(4), 254-264.
http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/ppc.12126/full
Purpose
To examine three indicators of psychopathology (stress, anxiety, and depression) as potential moderators of the relationship between body image dissatisfaction (BID) and restrained, emotional, and external eating, while controlling for family-related variables (i.e., household income, living situation, and psychopathology in the family) and individual variables (i.e., body mass index, physical activity, and major life events).
Design and Methods
A descriptive, correlational cross-sectional design was used. A sample of 894 female undergraduates aged between 18 and 25 completed a self-reported questionnaire.
Findings
Moderation analyses indicated that anxiety significantly moderated the relationship between BID and restrained eating, whereas depression and stress did not.
Practice Implications
Findings may be used in the development and implementation of education and prevention programs for disordered eating in college campuses. The usefulness of these findings for nursing practice is discussed.
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maria-jose.sanchez-ruiz@lau.edu.lb
GKhazen@lau.edu.lb
Perspectives in Psychiatric Care
52
4
254-264
Anxiety
Body image
Depression
Disordered eating
Nursing practice
Stress
https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1374-2751
https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1747-6016
https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4014-8010
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/33482024-03-12T11:47:08Zcom_10725_2053com_10725_2057col_10725_2071col_10725_2079
Doumit, Rita
Khazen, Georges
Katsounari, Ioanna
Kazandjian, Chant
Long, JoAnn
Zeeni, Nadine
2016-03-17T09:44:47Z
2016-03-17T09:44:47Z
2017
2016-03-17
0010-3853
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/3348
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s10597-015-9872-6
Doumit, R., Khazen, G., Katsounari, I., Kazandjian, C., Long, J., & Zeeni, N. (2017). Investigating vulnerability for developing eating disorders in a multi-confessional population. Community Mental Health Journal, 53, 107-116.
http://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s10597-015-9872-6
The present study aimed to examine the vulnerability to eating disorders (ED) among 949 Lebanese female young adults as well as its association with stress, anxiety, depression, body image dissatisfaction (BID), dysfunctional eating, body mass index, religious affiliation (Christian, Muslim, Druze or Other), religiosity and activity level. Results showed that anxiety had the greatest effect on increasing the predisposition to ED, followed by stress level, BID, depression and restrained eating. Affiliating as Christian was found to significantly decrease the vulnerability to developing an ED. Furthermore, the interaction of anxiety with intrinsic religiosity was found to have a protective role on reducing ED. The current study emphasized a buffering role of intrinsic religiosity against anxiety and ED vulnerability.
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SON
200200810
201105253
201000400
N/A
Computer Science and Mathematics
rita.doumit@lau.edu.lb
nadine.zeeni@lau.edu.lb
GKhazen@lau.edu.lb
Community Mental Health Journal
53
107-116
Predisposition
Vulnerability
Eating disorders
Religiosity
Anxiety
Depression
Stress
https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1374-2751
https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1747-6016
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/45012024-03-12T11:38:32Zcom_10725_2053com_10725_2057com_10725_2058col_10725_2071col_10725_2079col_10725_2073
Long, JoAnn D.
Gannaway, Paula
Ford, Cindy
Doumit, Rita
Zeeni, Nadine
Sukkarieh-Haraty, Ola
Milane, Aline
Byers, Beverly
Harrison, LaNell
Hatch, Daniel
Brown, Justin
Proper, Sharlan
White, Patricia
Song, Huaxin
2016-10-04T10:42:40Z
2016-10-04T10:42:40Z
2016
2016-10-04
1545-102X
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/4501
Long, J. D., Gannaway, P., Ford, C., Doumit, R., Zeeni, N., Sukkarieh‐Haraty, O., ... & Brown, J. (2016). Effectiveness of a technology‐based intervention to teach evidence‐based practice: The EBR Tool. Worldviews on Evidence‐Based Nursing, 13(1), 59-65.
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/articles.php
http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/wvn.12132/pdf
Background
As the world becomes increasingly digital, advances in technology have changed how students access evidence-based information. Research suggests that students overestimate their ability to locate quality online research and lack the skills needed to evaluate the scientific literature. Clinical nurses report relying on personal experience to answer clinical questions rather than searching evidence-based sources. To address the problem, a web-based, evidence-based research (EBR) tool that is usable from a computer, smartphone, or iPad was developed and tested. The purpose of the EBR tool is to guide students through the basic steps needed to locate and critically appraise the online scientific literature while linking users to quality electronic resources to support evidence-based practice (EBP).
Methods
Testing of the tool took place in a mixed-method, quasi-experimental, and two-population randomized controlled trial (RCT) design in a U.S. and Middle East university.
Results
A statistically significant improvement in overall research skills was supported in the quasi-experimental nursing student group and RCT nutrition student group using the EBR tool. A statistically significant proportional difference was supported in the RCT nutrition and PharmD intervention groups in participants’ ability to distinguish the credibility of online source materials compared with controls. The majority of participants could correctly apply PICOTS to a case study when using the tool.
Conclusions
The data from this preliminary study suggests that the EBR tool enhanced student overall research skills and selected EBP skills while generating data for assessment of learning outcomes.
Linking Evidence to Action
The EBR tool places evidence-based resources at the fingertips of users by addressing some of the most commonly cited barriers to research utilization while exposing users to information and online literacy standards of practice, meeting a growing need within nursing curricula.
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Article
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SAS
SON
200200810
201000400
201005492
200904164
Pharmaceutical Sciences
rita.doumit@lau.edu.lb
nadine.zeeni@lau.edu.lb
ola.sukkarieh@lau.edu.lb
aline.milane@lau.edu.lb
Worldviews on Evidence-Based Nursing
13
1
59-65
Evidence-based practice
Technology
Research
World wide web
https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1374-2751
https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4014-8010
https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1747-6016
https://orcid.org/0000-0002-3159-6578
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Zeeni, Nadine
Bassil, Maya
Nasser, Soumana
Milane, Aline
Habre, Maha
Khazen, Georges
Asmar, Nadia
Hasbini-Danawi, Tala
Farra, Anna
Zeeenny, Rony
Hoffart, Nancy
2016-10-05T06:07:41Z
2016-10-05T06:07:41Z
2016
2016-10-05
1356-1820
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/4502
http://dx.doi.org/10.3109/13561820.2015.1117060
Zeeni, N., Zeenny, R., Hasbini-Danawi, T., Asmar, N., Bassil, M., Nasser, S., ... & Hoffart, N. (2016). Student perceptions towards interprofessional education: Findings from a longitudinal study based in a Middle Eastern university. Journal of interprofessional care, 30(2), 165-174.
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/articles.php
http://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.3109/13561820.2015.1117060
The Lebanese American University Interprofessional Education (LAU IPE) Steps Framework consists of a
five-step workshop-based series that is offered throughout the curriculum of health and social care
students at an American university in Lebanon. The aim of the present study was to report students’
perceptions of their readiness for interprofessional learning before and after completing the IPE steps,
their evaluations of interprofessional learning outcomes, as well as their satisfaction with the learning
experience as a whole. A longitudinal survey design was used: questionnaires were completed by
students before IPE exposure and after each step. The results showed that before IPE exposure, students’
perceptions of their readiness for interprofessional learning were generally favourable, with differences
across genders (stronger professional identity in females compared to males) and across professions
(higher teamwork and collaboration in pharmacy and nutrition students compared to other professions
and lower patient centredness in nursing students compared to others). After participation in the IPE
steps, students showed enhanced readiness for interprofessional learning and differences between
genders and professions decreased. Participants were satisfied with the learning experience and
assessment scores showed that all IPE learning outcomes were met. The LAU IPE Steps Framework
may be of value to other interprofessional education course developers.
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SON
201000400
201102356
199231640
200904164
201204374
201105253
Pharmacy Practice
nadine.zeeni@lau.edu.lb
mbassil@lau.edu.lb
soumana.nasser@lau.edu.lb
aline.milane@lau.edu.lb
maha.habre@lau.edu.lb
GKhazen@lau.edu.lb
Journal of Interprofessional Care
30
2
165-174
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Hoffart, Nancy
Doumit, Rita
Nasser, Soumana Chamoun
2016-10-13T10:40:57Z
2016-10-13T10:40:57Z
2016
2016-10-13
1877-1297
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/4595
http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.cptl.2016.08.010
Hoffart, N., Doumit, R., & Nasser, S. C. (2016). Use of storyboards as an active learning strategy in pharmacy and nursing education. Currents in Pharmacy Teaching and Learning, 8(6), 876-884.
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/articles.php
http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1877129715301751
Background
Storyboarding has been used as an educational approach that allows students to work together to learn, organize, and prioritize information and experiences.
Methods
Storyboarding was used as an assignment for students enrolled in pharmacy and nursing classes to help bridge the theory-to-practice gap in learning. Groups of students used theory about an assigned concept to analyze patient stories from their own clinical experience or from interviews with practicing professionals. Each group presented its analysis to classmates via a storyboard. Feedback about the assignment was collected through end-of-course evaluations, faculty critique, and follow-up survey.
Results
Results showed that students enjoyed the assignment because it was novel and engaging. Through it, they were able to apply theory and concepts learned in the classroom to cases encountered in practice. Faculty determined that the assignment supported principles of effective instruction such as peer collaboration, time on task, and meaningful faculty–student interaction. A semester later, feedback collected from pharmacy students showed that the storyboard helped them recall and apply important concepts to subsequent clinical experiences.
Conclusions
The storyboard assignment was a valuable learning activity for both pharmacy and nursing students. It helped them link classroom learning to clinical experiences, enabled them to apply diverse talents in the academic setting, and prepared them to address real-life ethical and conflict situations.
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Use of storyboards as an active learning strategy in pharmacy and nursing education
Article
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SON
200200810
199231640
Pharmacy Practice Department
rita.doumit@lau.edu.lb
soumana.nasser@lau.edu.lb
Currents in Pharmacy Teaching and Learning
Storyboard
Health sciences education
Narrative learning
Active learning
https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1374-2751
https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4202-7116
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Doumit, Myrna A.A.
2016-10-24T10:12:11Z
2016-10-24T10:12:11Z
2011
2016-10-24
1057-9249
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/4659
http://dx.doi.org/10.1002/pon.1869
Doumit, M. A. (2011). Cancer patients support: the Lebanese experience. Psycho‐Oncology, 20(4), 443-443.
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/articles.php
http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/pon.1869/abstract
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Psycho-Oncology
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4
443
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Doumit, Myrna A.A.
Huijer, Huda Abu-Saad
Kelley, Jane
El Saghir, Naji
Nassar, Nada
2016-10-24T10:20:31Z
2016-10-24T10:20:31Z
2016-10-24
0162-220X
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/4660
http://dx.doi.org/10.1097/NCC.0b013e3181c5d70f
Doumit, M. A., Huijer, H. A. S., Kelley, J. H., El Saghir, N., & Nassar, N. (2010). Coping with breast cancer: a phenomenological study. Cancer nursing, 33(2), E33-E39.
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/articles.php
http://ku7rj9xt8c.scholar.serialssolutions.com/?sid=google&auinit=MAA&aulast=Doumit&atitle=Coping+with+breast+cancer:+a+phenomenological+study&id=pmid:20142735
Background: Breast cancer is the most common malignancy affecting women
worldwide. In Lebanon, a country of 4 million people, breast cancer is also the most
prevalent type of cancer among Lebanese women. Objective: The purpose of this
study was to gain a more in-depth understanding of the coping strategies espoused by
Lebanese women with breast cancer. Methods: The study followed purposeful
sampling and saturation principles in which 10 female participants diagnosed as
having breast cancer were interviewed. Data were analyzed following a hermeneutical
process as described by Diekelmann and Ironside (Encyclopedia of Nursing Research.
1998:50Y68). Results: Seven main themes and 1 constitutive pattern emerged from
the study describing the Lebanese women’s coping strategies with breast cancer. The
negative stigma of cancer in the Lebanese culture, the role of women in the Lebanese
families, and the embedded role of religion in Lebanese society are bases of the
differences in the coping strategies of Lebanese women with breast cancer as
compared to women with breast cancer from other cultures. Conclusion: These
findings cannot be directly generalized, but they could act as a basis for further
research on which to base a development of a framework for an approach to care
that promotes coping processes in Lebanese women living with breast cancer.
Implications for Practice: Nursing and medical staff need to have a better
understanding of the individual coping strategies of each woman and its impact on the
woman’s well being; the creation of informal support group is indispensable in helping
these women cope with their conditions.
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a phenomenological study
Article
SON
201005174
N/A
myrna.doumit@lau.edu.lb
Cancer Nursing
33
2
E33-E39
Breast cancer
Coping
Culture
Qualitative
Women’s issues
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/46622021-03-19T10:00:50Zcom_10725_2057col_10725_2079
Doumit, Myrna A.A.
El Saghir, Naji
Huijer, Huda Abu-Saad
kelley, Jane H.
Nassar, Nada
2016-10-24T11:31:52Z
2016-10-24T11:31:52Z
2010
2016-10-24
1462-3889
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/4662
http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ejon.2009.08.003
Doumit, M. A., El Saghir, N., Huijer, H. A. S., Kelley, J. H., & Nassar, N. (2010). Living with breast cancer, a Lebanese experience. European Journal of Oncology Nursing, 14(1), 42-48.
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/articles.php
http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1462388909001045
Aim
The purpose of this qualitative phenomenological study is to provide in-depth understanding of the experience of Lebanese women living with breast cancer.
Background
Breast cancer is the most frequently diagnosed cancer in women worldwide. In Lebanon, a country of 4 million people, breast cancer is as well the most widespread type of cancer among Lebanese women. The meaning of cancer diagnosis, the meaning of childbearing and femininity all have cultural bases in Lebanon. The international literature lacks information on how Lebanese women live with breast cancer when compared with women of other cultures.
Method
The study followed purposeful sampling and saturation principles in which 10 participants with a mean age of 51.3 years were chosen based on their actual knowledge of the phenomenon, and their readiness to share that knowledge. Data were collected between December 2007 and May 2008. All interviews were audio-taped and transcribed verbatim. Data were analyzed based on the Utrecht School of Phenomenology.
Findings
Four major core themes describing the participants' lived experience emerged from the interviews: Living with losses; living with guilt feeling; living with fears and uncertainty; Living with the need to know and to share that knowledge.
Conclusion
The experience of Lebanese women with breast cancer revealed distinctive themes not reported by other women from other cultures. The results of this study challenge health care providers and educators to be aware of the difficulties that Lebanese women are facing when they are living with breast cancer.
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European Journal of Oncology Nursing
14
1
42-48
Breast cancer
Nursing
Qualitative
Women
Utrecht School
In depth interviews
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Doumit, Myrna Abi Abdallah
Huijer, Huda Abu-Saad
2016-10-24T12:18:21Z
2016-10-24T12:18:21Z
2008
2016-10-24
1037-6178
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/4663
http://dx.doi.org/10.5172/conu.673.28.1-2.74
Doumit, M. A. A., & Abu-Saad, H. H. (2008). Lebanese cancer patients: Communication and truth-telling preferences. Contemporary nurse, 28(1-2), 74-82.
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/articles.php
http://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.5172/conu.673.28.1-2.74
The purpose of this study was to describe and interpret the phenomenon of communication as lived by Lebanese cancer patients. Phenomenology based on the Utrecht School was chosen as an interpretive descriptive methodology to guide the processes of data collection, analysis and synthesis. In-depth semi structured interviews were carried out with a purposeful sample of ten cancer patients. Results of this qualitative study emphasise the needs of Lebanese cancer patients for a clear and truthful communication with healthcare professionals, and family members. Informants highlighted the influence of words used during communication on their outlook and morale. They also stressed the need to move from the paternalistic approach in care provision to patient-centered care that promotes patient autonomy. Informants clearly accentuated their rights to be told the truth about their condition.
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201005174
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Contemporary Nurse
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74-82
Nursing
Communication
Phenomenology
Qualitative study
Truth telling
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Doumit, Myrna A.A.
Huijer, Huda Abu-Saad
Kelley, Jane H.
Nassar, Nada
2016-10-24T12:25:17Z
2016-10-24T12:25:17Z
2008
2016-10-24
0162-220X
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/4664
http://dx.doi.org/10.1097/01.NCC.0000305751.28120.f4
Doumit, M. A., Huijer, H. A. S., Kelley, J. H., & Nassar, N. (2008). The lived experience of Lebanese family caregivers of cancer patients. Cancer nursing, 31(4), E36-E42.
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/articles.php
http://journals.lww.com/cancernursingonline/Abstract/2008/07000/The_Lived_Experience_of_Lebanese_Family_Caregivers.18.aspx
The purpose of this study was to explore, through in-depth semistructured interviews, the lived experience of Lebanese family caregivers of cancer patients and acquire a better knowledge of the meaning and interpretation of their experience. The study design was based on the Utrecht School of Phenomenology. This study followed purposeful sampling, in which 9 participants with a mean age of 51 years were selected. Data were analyzed using the hermeneutic phenomenological approach based on the Utrecht School of Phenomenology. Eight core themes describing the participants' lived experience emerged from the interviews: living with fears and uncertainty, loss of happiness, feeling of added responsibility, living in a state of emergency, sharing the pain, living the dilemma of truth telling, disturbed by being pitied, and reliance on God. The results of this study challenge nurses to be conscious of the nature and difficulties that family caregivers are encountering.
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myrna.doumit@lau.edu.lb
Cancer Nursing
31
4
E36-E42
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Doumit, Myrna A.A.
Huijer, Huda Abu-Saad
Kelley, Jane H.
2016-10-24T12:35:45Z
2016-10-24T12:35:45Z
2007
2016-10-24
1462-3889
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/4667
http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ejon.2007.02.008
Doumit, M. A., Huijer, H. A. S., & Kelley, J. H. (2007). The lived experience of Lebanese oncology patients receiving palliative care. European Journal of Oncology Nursing, 11(4), 309-319.
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/articles.php
http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S146238890700049X
The purpose of this study was to uncover the lived experience of Lebanese oncology patients receiving palliative care. The study design was based on the Utrecht School of Phenomenology based on the Dutch school of phenomenology. This study followed purposeful sampling in which ten participants, six women, and four men, with a mean age of 54.4 years were selected. In-depth semi-structured interviews along with observation field notes were used as the source for data collection. Data were analyzed using the hermeneutic phenomenological approach based on the Utrecht School of Phenomenology. The participants highlighted their distress from being dependent; their dislike for pity; their worry for the family and the worry about the family's worry; their reliance on God and divinity; their dislike of the hospital stay; their need to be productive; their fear of pain; and their need to communicate. Specific nursing actions related to the themes would include exploring patients’ ideas, beliefs, and experiences regarding pain, and improved communication among patient, family, and the health care providers.
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Article
SON
201005174
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myrna.doumit@lau.edu.lb
European Journal of Oncology Nursing
11
4
309-319
Phenomenology
Cancer
Utrecht school
Qualitative study
Palliative care
Dependency
Communication
Pain
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/46682021-03-19T10:00:50Zcom_10725_2057col_10725_2079
Doumit, Myrna
Chaaya, Monique
Saab, Basem Roberto
Farhood, Laila
2016-10-24T12:51:48Z
2016-10-24T12:51:48Z
2003
2016-10-24
0037-7856
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/4668
http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/S0277-9536(02)00505-1
Saab, B. R., Chaaya, M., Doumit, M., & Farhood, L. (2003). Predictors of psychological distress in Lebanese hostages of war. Social Science & Medicine, 57(7), 1249-1257.
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/articles.php
http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0277953602005051
A cross-sectional study addressed the experience of Lebanese hostages of war in Lebanon. It specifically assessed the prevalence of general distress and its relationship to captivity-related factors and selected psychosocial variables. Trained field researchers using standard measurements interviewed 118 Lebanese hostages released from Khiam prison, an Israeli detention center in Lebanon. Questionnaires administered included the GHQ-12 and the Harvard Trauma Questionnaire. Individuals were detained for 3.4 years on average, and 86% were tortured. Psychological distress was present in 42.1% of the sample compared to 27.8% among the control group. In the multivariate analysis, the significant predictors for distress were: years of education and increase in religiosity after release. In conclusion, even after 2 years of release, more than one-third of the Lebanese hostages released from Khiam prison were found to have psychological distress. Caregivers need to pay special attention to the mental health of hostages of war. The paper discusses the meaning and implications of the factors predicting resilience and vulnerability in this particular population.
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Article
SON
201005174
N/A
myrna.doumit@lau.edu.lb
Social Science & Medicine
57
7
1249-1257
POW
Torture
Psychiatric distress
Hostage
Trauma
Lebanon
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/46692021-03-19T10:00:50Zcom_10725_2057col_10725_2079
Doumit, Myrna A.A.
Yaktin, Umayma
Azoury Bou-Raad, Nuhad
2016-10-24T13:01:00Z
2016-10-24T13:01:00Z
2003
2016-10-24
0002-0443
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/4669
Yaktin, U. S., Azoury, N. B. R., & Doumit, M. A. (2003). Personal characteristics and job satisfaction among nurses in Lebanon. Journal of Nursing Administration, 33(7/8), 384-390.
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/articles.php
http://journals.lww.com/jonajournal/Abstract/2003/07000/Personal_Characteristics_and_Job_Satisfaction.6.aspx
Objective: This study investigates the level of satisfaction of Lebanese nurses in their job and the influence of their personal characteristics.
Background: Given the current difficulties experienced by Lebanese hospitals in recruiting and retaining a sufficient number of nurses, the need to understand the reasons of nurses’ dissatisfaction became urgent. Moreover, satisfaction at work is essentially a personal experience also affected by cultural factors. Therefore, it was necessary to study the links between personal characteristics and nurses’ dissatisfaction.
Methods: The study included 421 registered nurses. A modified version of Measure of Job Satisfaction, developed by Taynor and Wade, was used to assess the effect of the personal characteristics, namely educational level, age, years of work experience, position, and marital and parental status, on 5 dimensions of satisfaction: personal satisfaction, workload, professional support, pay and prospect, and training.
Results: The findings suggest that personal characteristics have important influences on nurses’ job perceptions. University graduate nurses reported more dissatisfaction with the quality of supervision and with respect and treatment they receive from their superiors. Nurses younger than 30 years and the technically trained were more dissatisfied with the available opportunities to attend continuing education courses. Results of staff nurses and unmarried nurses showed trends of more dissatisfaction than the married and nurses of higher positions. Moreover, the whole sample perceived that nursing provided a high level of personal satisfaction, but nurses were most dissatisfied with salary and lack of prospects for promotion.
Conclusion: The results indicate the importance of personal characteristics on nurses’ retention. Furthermore, intrinsic factors related to the nature and experience of nursing are more job satisfiers than extrinsic factors.
Beirut, the capital of Lebanon, was called “the hospital of the Middle East” in the early 1970s because of its high level of medical and nursing care provided by its hospitals. Soon after the beginning of the civil war in 1975, the immigration of Lebanese nurses started to pose a significant problem to the health sector. In Lebanon, there is no official reporting of the exact number of practicing nurses or assessment of job satisfaction and retention. An unofficial report revealed that there are 3098 licensed nurses in Lebanon with a country population of around 3 million (LK Badr, unpublished data, 2000). There is variation in nurse staffing of hospitals in Lebanon. There is no standard system of allocating nurses to hospital beds or by acuity levels, nor is there a standard ratio of registered nurses (RNs) to practical and nurse aids. There are no unified levels of entry to the practice.
There are many schools of nursing, most of them offering vocational training leading to the baccalaureate technique (BT) and technique superieur (TS). In addition, 6 universities offer bachelor of science (BS) or license in nursing. BT, TS, BS, and license holders are considered registered after passing the licensure government examination.
In Lebanon, new hospitals and specialty centers are emerging that must recruit and retain sufficient numbers of nurses to meet present and future community health needs. Hence, despite much research into nurses’ job satisfaction, answers to important methodologic and conceptual questions continue to be obscure. Although the study findings may be specific to Lebanon, they can have relevance for the wider international nursing community.
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Personal Characteristics and Job Satisfaction Among Nurses in Lebanon
Article
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201005174
N/A
myrna.doumit@lau.edu.lb
Journal of Nursing Administration
33
7/8
384-390
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/46702021-03-19T10:00:50Zcom_10725_2057col_10725_2079
Doumit, Myrna
Huijer, Huda Abu-Saad
Abboud, Sarah
2016-10-24T13:10:38Z
2016-10-24T13:10:38Z
2012
2016-10-24
0885-3924
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/4670
http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jpainsymman.2011.10.019
Huijer, H. A. S., Abboud, S., & Doumit, M. (2012). Symptom prevalence and management of cancer patients in Lebanon. Journal of pain and symptom management, 44(3), 386-399.
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/articles.php
http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0885392412001625
Context
Cancer patients experience a great number of distressing physical and psychological symptoms. In Lebanon, there are no available data on symptom prevalence and symptom management in adults with cancer.
Objectives
The aim of this study was to determine the prevalence of symptoms and the effectiveness of treatment received as reported by patients.
Methods
The study used a cross-sectional, descriptive survey design. The European Organization for Research and Treatment of Cancer Quality of Life Questionnaire (EORTC QLQ-C30) and the Memorial Symptom Assessment Scale were translated to Arabic and used; data were collected from adult Lebanese cancer patients at the American University of Beirut Medical Center.
Results
A total of 200 cancer patients participated in the study; the majority were female with breast cancer and mean age was 54 years. The cognitive functioning domain of the EORTC QLQ-C30 scale was found to have the highest score and social functioning the lowest. The most prevalent symptom was lack of energy. Nausea and pain were the symptoms most treated. Males reported better quality of life (QoL), physical functioning, and role functioning than females; females reported more fatigue, pain, and appetite loss than males. Higher physical and psychological symptoms were correlated with lower health status, QoL, and functioning.
Conclusion
Although this sample reported a fair QoL and social functioning, many symptoms were highly prevalent and inadequately treated. Symptoms were found to negatively affect QoL and functioning. Based on these results, providing adequate symptom management and social support to Lebanese cancer patients is highly recommended.
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Symptom prevalence and management of cancer patients in Lebanon
Article
SON
201005174
N/A
myrna.doumit@lau.edu.lb
Journal of Pain and Symptom Management
44
3
386-399
Lebanon
Cancer
Symptoms
Symptom management
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/46712021-03-19T10:00:52Zcom_10725_2057col_10725_2079
Doumit, Myrna Abi Abdallah
Khoury Naifeh, May
Huijer, Huda Abu-Saad
2016-10-24T13:16:05Z
2016-10-24T13:16:05Z
2013
2016-10-24
1462-3889
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/4671
http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ejon.2012.02.005
Khoury, M. N., Huijer, H. A. S., & Doumit, M. A. A. (2013). Lebanese parents’ experiences with a child with cancer. European Journal of Oncology Nursing, 17(1), 16-21.
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/articles.php
http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1462388912000269
Background
The impact of childhood cancer on the family has been studied in different cultures and continues to be an object of study and concern, In Lebanon, a country of 4 million people 282 new pediatric cases of cancer age <20 years diagnosed in 2004 were reported in 2008.
Objectives
The purpose of this study was to explore the experiences of Lebanese families living with a child with cancer.
Method
The study followed purposeful sampling in which 12 parents (mother or father) of a child with cancer were interviewed. Data were analyzed following the hermeneutical process as described by Diekelmann and Ironsides (1998).
Results
A constitutive pattern “It is a continuous battle” and five themes emerged from the data analysis. Living with the shock of the diagnosis; Alterations in the quality of the family’s life; Living with added burdens; Disease impact on the family and sibling dynamics; Living with uncertainty represent the major themes that emerged from the participants’ experiences while living with a child with cancer.
Conclusion
The study contributes to the knowledge that would help health care professionals understand the experiences and challenges that are faced by Lebanese families living with a child with cancer. This awareness would serve as a basis for health care professionals in general and nurses in particular to understand parents’ experiences, and offer support, elicit communication of feelings, and examine possibilities for forming a partnership during the challenging course of the child’s illness. Supported parents are more likely to provide more effective care to their child with cancer.
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Lebanese parents’ experiences with a child with cancer
Article
SON
201005174
N/A
myrna.doumit@lau.edu.lb
European Journal of Oncology Nursing
17
1
16-21
Family
Cancer
Lived experiences
Lebanon
Child
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/46722021-03-19T10:00:50Zcom_10725_2057col_10725_2079
Doumit, Myrna
Kalisch, Beatrice J.
Lee, Kyung Hee
El Zein, Joanna
2016-10-24T13:26:38Z
2016-10-24T13:26:38Z
2013
2016-10-24
0002-0443
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/4672
http://dx.doi.org/10.1097/NNA.0b013e31828eebaa
Kalisch, B. J., Doumit, M., Lee, K. H., & El Zein, J. (2013). Missed nursing care, level of staffing, and job satisfaction: Lebanon versus the United States. Journal of Nursing Administration, 43(5), 274-279.
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/articles.php
http://journals.lww.com/jonajournal/Abstract/2013/05000/Missed_Nursing_Care,_Level_of_Staffing,_and_Job.7.aspx
Missed nursing care refers to omission of standard required nursing care of patients in acute care hospitals. The objective of this study was to compare the amounts and reasons of missed nursing care, the level of nurse staffing, and job satisfaction between the United States and Lebanon. Several studies in the United States have shown that a significant amount of care is being missed. This study is designed to determine if Lebanon is experiencing a similar phenomenon and what reasons are given for missing nursing care. Findings support that a substantial amount of nursing care is missed in Lebanon, although less than that in the United States (t = 11.53, P < .001), that nurses in Lebanon were less satisfied with being a nurse than are nurses in the United States, and there was no difference in the identification of staffing resources as a reason for missed care in the 2 countries.
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Missed nursing care, level of staffing, and job satisfaction
Lebanon versus the United States
Article
SON
201005174
N/A
myrna.doumit@lau.edu.lb
Journal of Nursing Administration
43
5
274-279
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/46732021-03-19T10:00:50Zcom_10725_2057col_10725_2079
Doumit, Myrna A.A.
Majdalni, Marianne N.
Rahi, Amal C.
2016-10-24T13:45:10Z
2016-10-24T13:45:10Z
2014
2016-10-24
0020-7489
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/4673
http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ijnurstu.2013.06.001
Majdalani, M. N., Doumit, M. A., & Rahi, A. C. (2014). The lived experience of parents of children admitted to the pediatric intensive care unit in Lebanon. International journal of nursing studies, 51(2), 217-225.
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/articles.php
http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S002074891300182X
Background
Family caregivers have a significant responsibility in the care of their child in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU). Parents staying with their child in the PICU have particular needs that should be acknowledged and responded to by clinicians. Several studies have been conducted in the USA and Europe to try to understand the experience of family caregivers of children admitted to the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit. There are no such studies in Lebanon or the Middle East where the culture and support systems differ from other countries.
Objective
To understand the lived experience of Lebanese parents of children admitted to the PICU in a tertiary hospital in Beirut.
Design
Phenomenological study.
Methods
The study followed purposeful sampling in which 10 parents (mother or father) of children admitted to PICU were interviewed. Data were analyzed following the hermeneutical process as described by Diekelmann and Ironside (1998).
Results
A constitutive pattern “Journey into the unknown” which constitutes an overarching theme and four major themes with subthemes emerged from the data. These were: We are human beings with dignity “; “looking for a healthier environment”; Dependence on God and “The need to be in the loop” reveal the parents’ journey into the unknown.
Conclusion
This qualitative study adds to the knowledge that would help health care workers understand the experience of Lebanese parents with a child in PICU and to highlight the significance of this experience to them. The findings could be used to inform the development of a PICU parental satisfaction instrument for the sample group.
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The lived experience of parents of children admitted to the pediatric intensive care unit in Lebanon
Article
SON
201005174
N/A
myrna.doumit@lau.edu.lb
International Journal of Nursing Studies
51
2
217-225
Culture
Family care givers
Parents
Pediatric intensive care
Qualitative study
Lebanon
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/46742021-03-19T10:03:23Zcom_10725_2053com_10725_2057col_10725_2071col_10725_2079
Doumit, Myrna
Mohsen, Raed
Abou Saad, Maya
Kobeissi, Loulou
Salem, Ziad
Tfayli, Arafat
2016-10-25T09:22:29Z
2016-10-25T09:22:29Z
2014
2016-10-25
2008-6709
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/4674
Kobeissi, L., Saad, M. A., Doumit, M., Mohsen, R., Salem, Z., & Tfayli, A. (2014). Face validity of the functional assessment of cancer therapy-breast symptom index (FACT-B) into formal arabic. Middle East Journal of Cancer, 5(3), 151-165.
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/articles.php
http://mejc.sums.ac.ir/index.php/mejc/article/view/123
Background: Breast cancer affects over one million women annually and is the most common global malignancy among women. Extensive improvements have taken place in the management of breast cancer in recent years and a higher percentage of women are cured from this disease. A proper assessment of the quality of life of women with breast cancer is an essential component in disease management. The Functional Assessment of Cancer Therapy- Breast Symptom Index has been commonly used and well-validated among English speaking populations as well as other populations. To date, no formal translation and evaluation of the Functional Assessment of Cancer Therapy-Breast System Index exists in Arabic. Therefore, this study intends to translate, adapt and face-validate the Functional Assessment of Cancer Therapy-Breast System Index into Arabic, specifically in the context of the Lebanese culture.
Methods: We conducted forward and backward translation in Arabic, combined with face validity by clinicians. This was followed by pre-testing to ensure the instrument’s adequacy and cultural sensitivity conducted by the administration of face-to-face interviews with individual breast cancer patients (n=33) and two focus groups (4 women/group) to evaluate the relevance and appropriateness of each item and words used in the questionnaire.
Results: Study results reinforced the value of the Arabic translated version of the Functional Assessment of Cancer Therapy-Breast System Index in capturing the quality of life of women with breast cancer in Lebanon.
Conclusion: The instrument was perceived to be adequate, appropriate for use, culturally sensitive, simple as well as exhaustive. Suggestions have been made to enrich the instruments’ ability to incorporate other quality of life dimensions not captured, as well to enhance the cultural specificity of the Functional Assessment of Cancer Therapy-Breast System Index, when administered among Lebanese women diagnosed with breast cancer who are specifically beyond therapy.
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Face Validity of the Functional Assessment of Cancer Therapy-Breast Symptom Index (FACT- B) into Formal Arabic
Article
SON
201005174
199329430
N/A
myrna.doumit@lau.edu.lb
rmohsen@lau.edu.lb
Middle East Journal of Cancer
5
3
151-165
Breast cancer
Quality of life
FACT-B
Arabic
Face validity
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/46752021-03-19T10:00:52Zcom_10725_2057col_10725_2079
Doumit, M. A. A.
2016-10-25T09:29:21Z
2016-10-25T09:29:21Z
2015
2016-10-25
2165-7386
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/4675
http://dx.doi.org/10.4172/2165-7386.1000S4-004
Doumit, M. A. A. (2015). Lebanese Nurses Outlooks on Palliative Care in Lebanon. Journal of Palliative Care & Medicine, 2015.
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/articles.php
http://www.omicsgroup.org/journals/lebanese-nurses-outlooks-on-palliative-care-in-lebanon-2165-7386-1000S4004.php?aid=60155
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Lebanese nurses outlooks on palliative care in Lebanon
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SON
201005174
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myrna.doumit@lau.edu.lb
Journal of Palliative Care & Medicine
S4
1
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/46762021-03-19T10:00:52Zcom_10725_2057col_10725_2079
Sukkarieh-Haraty, Ola
Howard, Elizabeth
2016-10-25T11:17:27Z
2016-10-25T11:17:27Z
2015
2016-10-25
0887-9311
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/4676
http://dx.doi.org/10.1097/HNP.0000000000000060
Sukkarieh-Haraty, O., & Howard, E. (2015). Is social support universally adaptive in diabetes? A correlational study in an Arabic-speaking population with type 2 diabetes. Holistic nursing practice, 29(1), 37-47.
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/articles.php
http://journals.lww.com/hnpjournal/Abstract/2015/01000/Is_Social_Support_Universally_Adaptive_in.7.aspx
The purpose of this study was to assess the relationship between diabetes self-care, diabetes-specific emotional distress, and social support and glycemic control (hemoglobin A1C levels: HbA1c) among a sample of Lebanese adults with type 2 diabetes. A descriptive correlational design was adapted with descriptive statistics and multiple logistic regressions for analyses. A convenience sample of 140 adults diagnosed with type 2 diabetes was recruited from 2 diabetes clinics in Greater Beirut. Participants were asked to complete 4 questionnaires in Arabic. Significant associations (P < .05) were found between following a general diet for more than 3.5 days per week and higher social support and HbA1c levels of 7% or more. Social support was positively associated with HbA1c levels such that participants with uncontrolled glycemic levels, as evidenced by higher values for HbA1c, received more support from their social network.
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Is social support universally adaptive in diabetes? A correlational study in an arabic-speaking population with type 2 diabetes
Article
SON
201005492
N/A
ola.sukkarieh@lau.edu.lb
Holistic Nursing Practise
29
1
37-47
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Sukkarieh-Haraty, Ola
Howard, Elisabeth
2016-10-25T11:35:16Z
2016-10-25T11:35:16Z
2016
2016-10-25
1541-6577
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/4678
https://doi.org/10.1891/1541-6577.30.1.60
Sukkarieh-Haraty, O., & Howard, E. (2016). Psychometric Properties of the Arabic Version of the Summary of Diabetes Self-Care Activities Instrument. Research and theory for nursing practice, 30(1), 60-69.
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/articles.php
http://www.ingentaconnect.com/content/springer/rtnp/2016/00000030/00000001/art00006
Translation of instruments needs to ensure equivalence between the source and the target language to establish the psychometric properties of the translated version. The purpose of this study was to examine the psychometric properties of the Arabic version of the Summary of Diabetes Self-Care Activities (SDSCA) instrument. The 12-item English version of the SDSCA was translated into Arabic using back translation on a sample of 140 Lebanese participants with Type 2 diabetes. Construct validity was measured using exploratory factor analysis with varimax rotation. Multitrait scaling analysis was used to test for item convergent and discriminant validity based on item–scale correlations. Conceptual and content validity were examined by an expert panel in diabetes. Internal consistency reliability R was assessed using interitem correlations. The average interitem correlation for the four subscales ranged between – .05 for Diet and .66 for Glucose Testing. Factor analysis identified four factors which accounted for 60% of the variance. The preliminary results of Summary of Diabetes Self-Care Activities-Arabic Version (SDSCA-Ar) are comparable to the psychometric properties the original SDSCA. SDSCA-Ar is a valid measure of diabetes self-care in Lebanese patients with diabetes.
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Psychometric properties of the arabic version of the summary of diabetes self-care activities instrument
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SON
201005492
N/A
ola.sukkarieh@lau.edu.lb
Research and Theory for Nursing Practice
30
1
60-69
Arabic
Back translation
Cultural equivalence
Diabetes self-care
Psychometric evaluation
Summary of diabetes self-care
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/46792021-03-19T10:03:23Zcom_10725_2057col_10725_2079
Habre, Maha
Mudd, Shawna
Bahreman, Nasreen
Stanik-Hutt, Julie
2016-10-25T12:05:14Z
2016-10-25T12:05:14Z
2013
2016-10-25
1755-599X
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/4679
http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ienj.2012.07.001
CPNP-AC, P. N. P. B. C., Habre, M. A., CEN, M., & Nasreen Bahreman, M. S. N. (2013). International residency for the development of the emergency department clinical nurse specialist role. International Emergency Nursing, 21, 194-196.
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/articles.php
http://www.internationalemergencynursing.com/article/S1755-599X(12)00088-2/abstract
The demand for nurses with advanced skills to address health
needs in our increasingly complex world is growing. Advanced
practice nursing (APN) is expanding globally to meet this demand.
Some APNs, nurse practitioners for example, work directly with patients
and increase patient access to care. Others, such as clinical
nurse specialists (CNSs), work within healthcare systems to improve
care coordination and continuity, assure implementation of
evidence and best practices, and provide leadership for patient
safety and system quality.
APN students need opportunities to apply their new knowledge
and to practice new skills gained in their graduate education. They
typically do this during precepted experiences provided under the
mentorship of master’s prepared APNs. While there are many APNs
in the United States (US), APNs are difficult to find in other countries.
Although APN roles outside the US may involve different
competencies and components, international collaboration is one
way to overcome the global misdistribution of APNs to APN students.
By matching APNs in one country with APN students from
another, we can facilitate the advancement of healthcare and the
nursing profession (Halabi et al., 2011).
The Schools of Nursing at the American University of Beirut
(AUB) in Beirut, Lebanon and Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore,
Maryland, US, and Johns Hopkins Hospital have established
an international collaboration to provide clinical nurse specialist
students from AUB mentorship from US clinical nurse specialists
(AUB–JHU international collaborative residency). This international
collaboration also provides the AUB students with clinical residencies
within the US healthcare system. Our goal is to share the
experiences of one APN student who completed an international
residency with exposure to the role of the emergency department
(ED) clinical nurse specialist at a US urban academic health
center.
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Article
SON
201204374
N/A
maha.habre@lau.edu.lb
International Emergency Nursing
21
194-196
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/47662021-03-19T10:00:50Zcom_10725_2057col_10725_2079
Doumit, Myrna
Silbermann, Michael
Fink, Regina M.
Mancuso, Mary P.
Brant, Jeannine
Hajjar, Ramzi
Al-Alfi, Nesreen
Baider, Lea
2016-11-10T08:07:20Z
2016-11-10T08:07:20Z
2015
2016-11-10
1096-6218
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/4766
http://dx.doi.org/10.1089/jpm.2014.0194.
Silbermann, M., Fink, R. M., Min, S. J., Mancuso, M. P., Brant, J., Hajjar, R., ... & Ghrayeb, I. (2015). Evaluating palliative care needs in Middle Eastern countries. Journal of palliative medicine, 18(1), 18-25.
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/articles.php
http://online.liebertpub.com/doi/abs/10.1089/jpm.2014.0194
Background: Cancer incidence in Middle Eastern countries, most categorized as low- and middle-income, is predicted to double in the next 10 years, greater than in any other part of the world. While progress has been made in cancer diagnosis/treatment, much remains to be done to improve palliative care for the majority of patients with cancer who present with advanced disease.
Objective: To determine knowledge, beliefs, barriers, and resources regarding palliative care services in Middle Eastern countries and use findings to inform future educational and training activities.
Design: Descriptive survey.
Setting/Subjects: Fifteen Middle Eastern countries; convenience sample of 776 nurses (44.3%), physicians (38.3%) and psychosocial, academic, and other health care professionals (17.4%) employed in varied settings.
Measurements: Palliative care needs assessment.
Results: Improved pain management services are key facilitators. Top barriers include lack of designated palliative care beds/services, community awareness, staff training, access to hospice services, and personnel/time. The nonexistence of functioning home-based and hospice services leaves families/providers unable to honor patient wishes. Respondents were least satisfied with discussions around advance directives and wish to learn more about palliative care focusing on communication techniques. Populations requiring special consideration comprise: patients with ethnic diversity, language barriers, and low literacy; pediatric and young adults; and the elderly.
Conclusions: The majority of Middle Eastern patients with cancer are treated in outlying regions; the community is pivotal and must be incorporated into future plans for developing palliative care services. Promoting palliative care education and certification for physicians and nurses is crucial; home-based and hospice services must be sustained.
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Evaluating Palliative Care Needs in Middle Eastern Countries
Article
SON
201005174
N/A
myrna.doumit@lau.edu.lb
Lebanese American University
Journal of Palliative Medicine
18
1
18-25
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Doumit, Myrna
Dimassi, Hani
Huijer, Huda Abu-Saad
Abboud, Sarah
2016-11-10T09:01:42Z
2016-11-10T09:01:42Z
2012
2016-11-10
0023-9852
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/4767
Abu-Saad, H. H., Doumit, M., Abboud, S., & Dimassi, H. (2012). Quality of palliative care. Perspective of Lebanese patients with cancer. The Lebanese medical journal, 60(2), 91-98.
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/articles.php
http://www.lebanesemedicaljournal.org/articles/60-2/original5.pdf
The number of cancer patients in Lebanon is increasing, and patients are living longer due to early detection and enhanced methods of treatment. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the quality of life, symptom management, functional ability, and the quality of palliative care in adult Lebanese cancer patients at the American University of Beirut-Medical Center. A cross sectional survey design was used. A number of internationally validated instruments were translated into Arabic. A total of 200 cancer patients participated in the study; the majority was female with breast cancer and mean age 54. The cognitive functioning domain of the Quality of Life scale was found to have the highest score and social functioning the lowest. The most prevalent symptom was lack of energy and the least prevalent was shortness of breath. Nausea and pain were the symptoms mostly treated. In conclusion, this sample reported a fair quality of life and social functioning with high prevalence of physical and psychological symptoms. Inadequate symptom management was reported especially for the psychological symptoms. Participants reported a satisfactory level with the quality of care. Based on these results, providing adequate symptom management and social support to Lebanese cancer patients is highly recommended.
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Quality of palliative care. Perspective of Lebanese patients with cancer
Article
SON
SOP
201005174
200603781
N/A
myrna.doumit@lau.edu.lb
hani.dimassi@lau.edu.lb
Lebanese American University
Lebanese Medical Journal
60
2
91-98
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/48592021-03-19T10:03:24Zcom_10725_2057col_10725_2079
Doumit, Rita
Afifi, Rema A.
Devon, Holli A,.
2016-11-28T09:24:24Z
2016-11-28T09:24:24Z
2015
2016-11-28
0887-9311
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/4859
http://dx.doi.org/10.1097/HNP.0000000000000077
Doumit, R., Afifi, R. A., & Devon, H. A. (2015). Serenity in political uncertainty. Holistic nursing practice, 29(2), 78-86.
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/articles.php
http://journals.lww.com/hnpjournal/Abstract/2015/03000/Serenity_in_Political_Uncertainty.4.aspx
College students are often faced with academic and personal stressors that threaten their well-being. Added to that may be political and environmental stressors such as acts of violence on the streets, interruptions in schooling, car bombings, targeted religious intimidations, financial hardship, and uncertainty of obtaining a job after graduation. Research on how college students adapt to the latter stressors is limited. The aims of this study were (1) to investigate the associations between stress, uncertainty, resilience, social support, withdrawal coping, and well-being for Lebanese youth during their first year of college and (2) to determine whether these variables predicted well-being. A sample of 293 first-year students enrolled in a private university in Lebanon completed a self-reported questionnaire in the classroom setting. The mean age of sample participants was 18.1 years, with nearly an equal percentage of males and females (53.2% vs 46.8%), who lived with their family (92.5%), and whose family reported high income levels (68.4%). Multiple regression analyses revealed that best determinants of well-being are resilience, uncertainty, social support, and gender that accounted for 54.1% of the variance. Despite living in an environment of frequent violence and political uncertainty, Lebanese youth in this study have a strong sense of well-being and are able to go on with their lives. This research adds to our understanding on how adolescents can adapt to stressors of frequent violence and political uncertainty. Further research is recommended to understand the mechanisms through which young people cope with political uncertainty and violence.
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Serenity in Political Uncertainty
Article
SON
200200810
N/A
rita.doumit@lau.edu.lb
Lebanese American University
Holistic nursing practice
29
2
78-86
https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1374-2751
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/48602024-03-12T11:41:35Zcom_10725_2057com_10725_2053col_10725_2079col_10725_2071
Doumit, Rita
Long, JoAnn
Kazandjian, Chant
Gharbieh, Nathalie
Karam, Lina
Song, Huaxin
Boswell, Carol
Zeeni, Nadine
2016-11-28T09:39:40Z
2016-11-28T09:39:40Z
2015
2016-11-28
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/4860
https://doi.org/10.1111/wvn.12123
Doumit, R., Long, J., Kazandjian, C., Gharibeh, N., Karam, L., Song, H., ... & Zeeni, N. (2016). Effects of recording food intake using cell phone camera pictures on energy intake and food choice. Worldviews on Evidence‐Based Nursing, 13(3), 216-223.
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/articles.php
http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/wvn.12123/pdf
Background: The well-documented increases in obesity and unhealthy dietary practices substantiate
the need for evidence-based tools that can help people improve their dietary habits. The
current spread of mobile phone–embedded cameras offers new opportunities for recording food
intake. Moreover, the act of taking pictures of food consumed may enhance visual consciousness
of food choice and quantity. The present study aimed to assess the effect of using cell
phone pictures to record food intake on energy intake and food choice in college students. The
effectiveness and acceptability of cell phone picture–based diet recording also was assessed.
Methods: A repeated measures crossover design was used. One group of participants entered
their food intake online during 3 days based on their memory, although a second group recorded
their food intake using cell phone pictures as their reference. Participants then crossed over
to complete 3 more days of diet recording using the alternate method. Focus groups were
conducted to obtain feedback on the effectiveness and acceptability of cell phone picture–based
diet recording.
Results: Intake of meat and vegetable servings were significantly higher in the memory period
compared with the cell phone period, regardless of the order. Results from the focus group
indicated a positive attitude toward the use of cell phone pictures in recording food intake and
an increased awareness of food choice and portion size.
Linking Evidence to Action: Cell phone pictures may be an easy, relevant, and accessible
method of diet self-monitoring when aiming at dietary changes. Future trials should combine this
technique with healthy eating education
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Effects of recording food intake using cell phone camera pictures on energy intake and food choice
Article
SON
SAS
200200810
201000400
Natural Sciences
rita.doumit@lau.edu.lb
nadine.zeeni@lau.edu.lb
Lebanese American University
Worldviews on Evidence-Based Nursing
13
3
216-223
Food diary
Mobile phone
Eating behavior weight management
Clinical practice
https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1374-2751
https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1747-6016
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/52892024-03-12T11:57:51Zcom_10725_2053com_10725_2057col_10725_2071col_10725_2079
Zeeni, Nadine
Safieddine, Hiba
Doumit, Rita
2017-02-28T13:54:36Z
2017-02-28T13:54:36Z
2017
2017-02-28
0010-3853
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/5289
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s10597-015-9917-x
Zeeni, N., Safieddine, H., & Doumit, R. (2017). Eating Disorders in Lebanon: Directions for Public Health Action. Community mental health journal, 53(1), 117-125.
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/articles.php
https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s10597-015-9917-x
Research in the field of eating disorders (ED) is limited in the Middle East. The aim of the present study was to profile Lebanese ED outpatients. A mixed-method design was used. Clinicians across Lebanon filled individual questionnaires about their 2013 ED outpatients (n = 104) and participated in focus groups. Results showed that bulimia nervosa was the most prevalent ED (46.1 %) followed by anorexia nervosa (39.4 %) and binge eating (14.4 %). The emerging socio-demographic profile of the Lebanese ED patient was that of a single female young adult of middle to high socio-economic status with severe ED symptoms (amenorrhea, multiple purging behaviors) and depression. Also, there was a general delay in seeking help which made patient recovery more difficult. The present study emphasizes the critical need for a public health approach to ED awareness and could help in developing preventive and remedial educational programs targeting youth in Lebanon and the Middle East.
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Eating disorders in Lebanon: directions for public health action
Article
SAS
SON
201000400
200200810
Natural Sciences
nadine.zeeni@lau.edu.lb
rita.doumit@lau.edu.lb
Lebanese American University
Community Mental Health Journal
53
1
117-125
https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1747-6016
https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1374-2751
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/52902021-03-19T10:00:54Zcom_10725_2056com_10725_2058com_10725_2053com_10725_2057col_10725_2077col_10725_2073col_10725_2071col_10725_2079
Zeeni, Nadine
Dimassi, Hani
Faour, Wissam H.
Dagher-Hamalian, Carole
2017-02-28T14:08:59Z
2017-02-28T14:08:59Z
2015
2017-02-28
1023-3830
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/5290
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s00011-015-0831-z
Zeeni, N., Dagher-Hamalian, C., Dimassi, H., & Faour, W. H. (2015). Cafeteria diet-fed mice is a pertinent model of obesity-induced organ damage: a potential role of inflammation. Inflammation Research, 64(7), 501-512.
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/articles.php
https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s00011-015-0831-z
Objective
This study is aimed at evaluating the effects of a cafeteria diet (obesity) mouse model on early multi-organ functional, structural, endocrine and biochemical alterations.
Materials and methods
Multi-organ damage is assessed using clinical, biochemical, pathological, and inflammatory parameters in 30 mice fed one of the three diets for 15 weeks: standard chow diet (SC), high fat (HF), or “Cafeteria diet” (CAF) (standard SC and a choice of highly palatable human cafeteria foods: chocolate, biscuits, and peanut butter).
Results
CAF diet was associated with an increase in body weight, energy intake, and serum cholesterol levels compared to the other diets, as well as higher insulin levels and lower glucose tolerance. Additionally, consumption of the CAF diet was associated with significantly higher weight gain, abdominal fat, and serum IL-6 levels, as well as more damage in the heart (coronary perivascular fibrosis and steatosis), kidney (chronic interstitial inflammation and glomerular sclerosis), and liver (liver weight, portal fibrosis, apoptosis, and steatosis) compared to the HF diet.
Conclusion
Functional and structural damage in CAF were higher than HF of similar macronutrient composition. This study provides a novel dietary model in mice that mimics multi-organ physiologic alterations in humans secondary to obesity.
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Cafeteria diet-fed mice is a pertinent model of obesity-induced organ damage
a potential role of inflammation
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SAS
SON
SOM
SOP
201000400
200603781
200904962
200902770
Natural Sciences
nadine.zeeni@lau.edu.lb
hani.dimassi@lau.edu.lb
wissam.faour@lau.edu.lb
carole.hamalian@lau.edu.lb
Lebanese American University
Inflammation Research
64
7
501-512
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/55412024-03-12T11:59:55Zcom_10725_2057col_10725_2079
Veslor-Friedrich, Barbara
Militello, Lisa K.
Kouba, Joanne
Harrison, Patrick R.
Manion, Amy
Doumit, Rita
2017-04-25T07:07:01Z
2017-04-25T07:07:01Z
2013
2017-04-26
1558-1357
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/5541
http://doi.org/10.1016/j.cnur.2013.01.011
Velsor-Friedrich, B., Militello, L. K., Kouba, J., Harrison, P. R., Manion, A., & Doumit, R. (2013). Pediatric obesity and asthma quality of life. Nursing Clinics of North America, 48(2), 259-270.
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/articles.php
http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0029646513000121
Widely researched as separate entities, our understanding of the comorbid effects of childhood obesity and asthma on quality of life is limited. This article discusses the effects of childhood obesity and asthma on self-reported quality of life in low-income African American teens with asthma. When controlling for the influence of symptom frequency, asthma classification, asthma self-efficacy, and asthma self-care levels, body mass index remains a most important factor in determining self-reported quality of life among teens with asthma. Although overweight and obesity did not change the effectiveness of the asthma intervention program, obesity did affect participants quality of life scores
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Pediatric obesity and asthma quality of life
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SON
200200810
N/A
rita.doumit@lau.edu.lb
Lebanese American University
Nursing Clinics of North America
48
2
259-270
Asthma
Obesity
Youth
Quality of life
https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1374-2751
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/63672021-03-19T10:03:28Zcom_10725_2057col_10725_2079
Kulwicki, Anahid
Rice, Virginia Hill
2017-10-20T06:27:57Z
2017-10-20T06:27:57Z
2003
2017-10-20
1525-1446
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/6367
http://dx.doi.org/10.1046/j.0737-1209.2003.20304.x
Kulwicki, A., & Hill Rice, V. (2003). Arab American adolescent perceptions and experiences with smoking. Public Health Nursing, 20(3), 177-183.
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/articles.php
http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1046/j.0737-1209.2003.20304.x/full
The purpose of this pilot study was to gather information on Arab American adolescent tobacco use behavior. This information was used to modify the Project Toward No Tobacco Use cessation program so that it would reflect the cultural values of Arab American youths. Focus group interviews were conducted to collect qualitative data from 28 Arab American adolescents between the ages of 14 and 18 years. The number of participants in the focus groups ranged from three to eight; four sessions were conducted. A moderator, fluent in Arabic and English, facilitated the group's interactions. Each group addressed five interview questions. Discussions were audiotaped and transcribed with the expressed permission of study participants. Qualitative analysis consisted of careful reading of the transcripts and of the field notes for the purpose of identifying recurring themes around tobacco use. Those that emerged were Being Cool; Being able to “Nshar ma'a al shabab” (hang out with the guys); Present Orientation; Smoking feels good, tastes good, and keeps your mind off trouble; Availability and Accessibility of tobacco; and Barriers to Smoking Cessation Programs. The results of the focus group discussions provided valuable information about the tobacco use perceptions and behaviors of Arab American adolescents and the youths' need for a culturally relevant smoking cessation program.
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Arab american adolescent perceptions and experiences with smoking
Article
SON
201606027
N/A
anahid.kulwicki@lau.edu.lb
Lebanese American University
Public health nursing
20
3
177-183
Arab Americans
Smoking and adolescents
ArabAmerican smoking behaviors
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/63682021-03-19T10:43:10Zcom_10725_2057col_10725_2079
Kulwicki, A.
Rice, V.H.
2017-10-20T06:42:26Z
2017-10-20T06:42:26Z
1992
2017-10-20
1468-2877
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/6368
Rice, V. H., & Kulwicki, A. (1992). Cigarette use among Arab Americans in the Detroit metropolitan area. Public Health Reports, 107(5), 589.
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/articles.php
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1403703/
Use of cigarette tobacco by large proportions of the population of Middle Eastern countries has been reported; however, little is known about smoking behavior in one of America's fastest growing minorities, the Arab Americans. The purpose of this study was to examine cigarette smoking behavior of 237 randomly selected Arab American adults from a telephone listing in the Detroit area. Participants lived in the geographic Arab American community and identified with a Middle Eastern cultural heritage. Nurses, who spoke both English and Arabic, interviewed one adult family member using the 59-item self-report from the Cardiovascular Risk Factor Survey developed by Rice. Mean age of respondents was 40.4 years, 97 percent had been born in the Middle East, and 67 percent had been living in the United States 15 years or less. Current smokers rate was 38.9 percent, former smokers rate was 11.1 percent, never smokers rate was 50 percent, and the quit ratio (proportion of ever smokers who are former smokers) was 22.2 percent. Fifty-four percent of the current smokers were between 25 and 34 years of age; fewer women than men were former smokers, and the highest proportion of current smokers were Lebanese. Subjects who had smoked for the longest time were the least well educated. Arab Americans in this sample had a higher smoking rate, a lower quitting rate, and a much lower quit ratio when compared with national and State of Michigan data. With the growing numbers of Middle Eastern immigrants, there is potential for a dramatic increase in smoking-related health problems.
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Cigarette use among Arab Americans in the Detroit metropolitan area
Article
SON
201606027
N/A
anahid.kulwicki@lau.edu.lb
Lebanese American University
Public Health Reports
107
5
589-594
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Kulwicki, Anahid
Aswad, Barbara
Carmona, Talita
Ballout, Suha
2017-10-20T06:47:34Z
2017-10-20T06:47:34Z
2010
2017-10-20
1573-2851
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/6369
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s10896-010-9330-8
Kulwicki, A., Aswad, B., Carmona, T., & Ballout, S. (2010). Barriers in the utilization of domestic violence services among Arab immigrant women: Perceptions of professionals, service providers & community leaders. Journal of Family Violence, 25(8), 727-735.
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/articles.php
https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s10896-010-9330-8
Ten focus group discussions were conducted with Arab American community leaders who had experience with victims of violence in the Arab American population and issues related to domestic violence. Community leaders were selected from an array of backgrounds, ranging from health and human service providers, legal and law enforcement service providers, religious and grass roots community organizations. Focus group discussions explored the role of personal resources, family, religion, culture and social support system in the utilization of domestic violence services by Arab immigrants experiencing domestic violence. In addition, issues related to personal, socio-cultural and institutional barriers in domestic violence service utilization were addressed along with identifying culturally competent policy strategies in reducing barriers for service utilization by Arab immigrants experiencing domestic violence.
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Barriers in the utilization of domestic violence services among Arab immigrant women
perceptions of professionals, service providers & community leaders
Article
SON
201606027
N/A
anahid.kulwicki@lau.edu.lb
Lebanese American University
Journal of Family Violence
25
8
727-735
Domestic violence
Arab-American population
Barriers in service utilization
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Kulwicki, A.
Boloink, B.J.
2017-10-20T07:07:08Z
2017-10-20T07:07:08Z
1996
2017-10-20
2169-415X
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/6370
Kulwicki, A., & Boloink, B. J. (1995). Assessment of level of comfort in providing multicultural nursing care by baccalaureate nursing students. Journal of Cultural Diversity, 3(2), 40-45.
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/articles.php
http://europepmc.org/abstract/med/9204822
The purpose of this study was to measure the level of comfort in providing transcultural nursing care to clients of diverse cultural backgrounds by graduating baccalaureate students. The sample consisted of 71 senior baccalaureate students. The Cultural Self-Efficacy Scale developed by Bernal and Froman was modified and used to measure the confidence level of the graduating nurses in providing transcultural care to five major minority groups in Michigan. The Cultural Self Efficacy Scale is a 26-item Likert type scale which is grouped into two categories: knowledge of cultural concepts for specific ethnic groups (African Americans, Latino-Hispanics, Middle Easterners/Arabics, Asian/Pacific Islanders, and Native American), and confidence in transcultural nursing skills. The items are rated on a scale of 1-5. Results of the study indicate a total mean cultural self-efficacy rating of 2.6. This suggests that the graduating students had little self confidence in their ability to give culturally congruent care. This was evident across the five ethnic groups. Test item analysis for specific ethnic groups suggest that students felt the least degree of confidence in their knowledge of class structure and migration patterns. They felt the greatest degree of confidence in their knowledge of family organization and economic style of living. Test item analysis for the skills suggest that students had the highest degree of confidence in their ability to use interpreters that were provided by either the family or the hospital. They had the least amount of confidence in their ability to instruct clients in child care and evaluating the effectiveness of discharge teaching. Results suggest that the sample of graduating baccalaureate students studied do not feel confident about caring for Michigan's five major ethnic groups. The data obtained in this study support previous research that nursing students are not provided with the experiences needed to give transcultural care to ethnically diverse populations
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Article
SON
201606027
N/A
anahid.kulwicki@lau.edu.lb
Lebanese American University
Journal of Cultural Diversity
3
2
40-45
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/63712021-03-19T10:43:10Zcom_10725_2057col_10725_2079
Kulwicki, Anahid
Schwartz, Kendra L.
Weiss, Linda K.
Fakhouri, Haifa
Sakr, Wael
Gregory, Kau
Severson, Richard K.
2017-10-20T07:37:12Z
2017-10-20T07:37:12Z
2004
2017-10-20
1945-0826
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/6371
Schwartz, K. L., Kulwicki, A., Weiss, L. K., Fakhouri, H., Sakr, W., Kau, G., & Severson, R. K. (2004). Cancer among Arab Americans in the metropolitan Detroit area.
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/articles.php
http://digitalcommons.wayne.edu/fmhs_pubs/1/
Detroit is home to one of the largest populations of Arab Americans outside of the Middle East, yet little is known about the cancer distribution in this ethnic group. The authors of this study created an Arab/Chaldean surname list and matched it with the Detroit SEER Registry to identify cancer cases of probable Arabic descent. We then determined proportional incidence ratios (PIR) for specific cancer sites among metropolitan Detroit Arab Americans as compared to non-Arab Whites, and contrasted the results with Middle Eastern data. Arab/Chaldean men had greater proportions of leukemia (29%), multiple myeloma (46%), liver (64%), kidney (33%), and urinary bladder (26%) cancers. Arab/Chaldean women had greater proportions of leukemia (23%), thyroid (57%), and brain (35%) cancers as compared with non-Arab White men and women. The cancers with significantly increased PIRs in the Detroit Arab/Chaldean population also are frequently diagnosed in Middle Eastern countries
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Cancer among Arab Americans in the metropolitan Detroit area
Article
SON
201606027
N/A
anahid.kulwicki@lau.edu.lb
Lebanese American University
Ethnicity & Disease
14
141-146
Cancer
Arab American
Epidemiology
Ethnicity
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Kulwicki, Anahid
Petro-Nustas, Wasileh
Zumout, Arwa F.
2017-10-20T07:46:13Z
2017-10-20T07:46:13Z
2002
2017-10-20
1552-7832
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/6372
Petro-Nustas, W., Kulwicki, A., & Zumout, A. F. (2002). Students’ knowledge, attitudes, and beliefs about AIDS: a cross-cultural study. Journal of Transcultural Nursing, 13(2), 118-125.
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/articles.php
http://journals.sagepub.com/doi/abs/10.1177/104365960201300204
This exploratory, comparative study was conducted to assess and compare the knowledge, attitudes, and beliefs toward AIDS between a group of Jordanian and a group of American students. A convenience sample consisting of 126 senior BSN (bachelor’s of nursing) students, 63 from a university in Jordan and 63 from a university in Michigan, was selected for this study. A self-administered structured questionnaire was utilized. The questionnaire consisted of three parts: knowledge, attitudes, and beliefs toward AIDS in both cultures. Descriptive and inferential statistical analyses were used. The results indicated that the American students’ responses concerning knowledge of HIV/AIDS were significantly greater (M = 73%) in comparison with Jordanian students’ (M = 52%). The American students also reported more positive attitudes toward AIDS than those of their Jordanian counterparts. In terms of prevention of the spread of HIV/AIDS, more American students (82.5%) approved of the use of condoms as a precautionary measure toward the spread of the disease when compared to Jordanian students.
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Students’ knowledge, attitudes, and beliefs about AIDS
a cross-cultural study
Article
SON
201606027
N/A
anahid.kulwicki@lau.edu.lb
Lebanese American University
Journal of Transcultural Nursing
13
2
118-125
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/63732021-03-19T10:03:28Zcom_10725_2057col_10725_2079
Kulwicki, Anahid
HAssouneh, Dena M.
2017-10-20T07:52:54Z
2017-10-20T07:52:54Z
2007
2017-10-20
1469-9737
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/6373
http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/13694670600630556
Hassouneh, D. M., & Kulwicki, A. (2007). Mental health, discrimination, and trauma in Arab Muslim women living in the US: A pilot study. Mental health, religion and culture, 10(3), 257-262.
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/articles.php
http://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/13694670600630556
In recognition of the need to identify groups of women who may be at high risk for mental disorders and contribute to the knowledge base about ethnic and cultural minority mental health, this paper provides an overview of findings obtained from a small pilot study of mental health in Muslim women living in the US. Findings indicate that Muslim women face numerous stressors that threaten their mental health including discrimination, acculturative stress, and trauma.
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Mental health, discrimination, and trauma in Arab Muslim women living in the US
a pilot study
Article
SON
201606027
N/A
anahid.kulwicki@lau.edu.lb
Lebanese American University
Mental Health, Religion & Culture
10
3
257-262
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/63742021-03-19T10:03:28Zcom_10725_2057col_10725_2079
Kulwicki, Anahid
Templin, Thomas
Rice, Virginia Hill
2017-10-20T08:04:25Z
2017-10-20T08:04:25Z
2003
2017-10-20
1096-0260
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/6374
https://doi.org/10.1016/S0091-7435(03)00175-0
Rice, V. H., Templin, T., & Kulwicki, A. (2003). Arab-American adolescent tobacco use: four pilot studies. Preventive Medicine, 37(5), 492-498.
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/articles.php
http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0091743503001750
Objectives
Four pilot studies were conducted to determine the (1) current tobacco use patterns and predictors among 14- to 18-year-old Arab-American youths; (2) psychometric properties of study measures (English and Arabic); (3) cultural appropriateness of Project Toward No Tobacco (TNT) for intervention; (4) accessible population for a longitudinal study.
Methods
Three studies were descriptive and one used a pretest–posttest design. From four Pilot Focus groups (N = 28 smokers) key tobacco use themes emerged along with information on study measures and the Project TNT intervention; Pilot Intervention tested the tailored Project TNT intervention with 9 Arab-American teens; Pilot Clinic (N = 44) determined the characteristics of the accessible teen health clinic population; and Pilot School (N = 119) obtained tobacco use data only.
Results
From Pilot Focus seven themes (being cool, “nshar ma'a al shabab” [hanging out with the guys], present [time] orientation, smoking feels and tastes good, keeps your mind off trouble, easy to get, and (many) “barriers to quitting”) emerged from the data. In the Pilot Intervention a 37.5% cessation rate was found. In the Pilot Clinic study, 24% males and 17% females smoked. The current smoking rate in the Pilot School (N = 119) sample was 17%; 34% admitted to having ever smoked (even a puff). Significant predictors for current tobacco use included poor grades, stress, having many family members and peers who smoke, being exposed to many hours of smoking each day, receiving offers of tobacco products, advertising and mail, and believing that tobacco can help one to make friends.
Conclusion
The four pilots contributed unique and essential knowledge for designing a longitudinal clinical trial on tobacco use by Arab-American adolescents.
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Arab-American adolescent tobacco use
four pilot studies
Article
SON
201606027
N/A
anahid.kulwicki@lau.edu.lb
Lebanese American University
Preventive Medicine
37
5
492-498
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Kulwicki, Anahid
Arorian, Karen
Hough, Edythe S.
Ramaswamy, Vidya
Katz, Anne
2017-10-20T08:24:02Z
2017-10-20T08:24:02Z
2009
2017-10-20
1879-2987
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/6375
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.socscimed.2009.08.027
Aroian, K., Hough, E. S., Templin, T. N., Kulwicki, A., Ramaswamy, V., & Katz, A. (2009). A model of mother–child adjustment in Arab Muslim immigrants to the US. Social Science & Medicine, 69(9), 1377-1386.
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/articles.php
http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0277953609005528
We examined the mother–child adjustment and child behavior problems in Arab Muslim immigrant families residing in the U.S.A. The sample of 635 mother–child dyads was comprised of mothers who emigrated from 1989 or later and had at least one early adolescent child between the ages of 11 and 15 years old who was also willing to participate. Arabic speaking research assistants collected the data from the mothers and children using established measures of maternal and child stressors, coping, and social support; maternal distress; parent–child relationship; and child behavior problems. A structural equation model (SEM) was specified a priori with 17 predicted pathways. With a few exceptions, the final SEM model was highly consistent with the proposed model and had a good fit to the data. The model accounted for 67% of the variance in child behavior problems. Child stressors, mother–child relationship, and maternal stressors were the causal variables that contributed the most to child behavior problems. The model also accounted for 27% of the variance in mother–child relationship. Child active coping, child gender, mother's education, and maternal distress were all predictive of the mother–child relationship. Mother–child relationship also mediated the effects of maternal distress and child active coping on child behavior problems. These findings indicate that immigrant mothers contribute greatly to adolescent adjustment, both as a source of risk and protection. These findings also suggest that intervening with immigrant mothers to reduce their stress and strengthening the parent–child relationship are two important areas for promoting adolescent adjustment.
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A model of mother–child adjustment in Arab Muslim immigrants to the US
Article
SON
201606027
N/A
anahid.kulwicki@lau.edu.lb
Lebanese American University
Social Science & Medicine
69
9
1377-1386
USA
Arabs
Immigration
Mother–child adjustment
Children
Child behavior problems
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/63762021-03-19T10:43:10Zcom_10725_2057col_10725_2079
Kulwicki, Anahid
Hadidi, Mu'men
Jahshan, Hani
2017-10-20T08:33:54Z
2017-10-20T08:33:54Z
2001
2017-10-20
1437-1596
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/6376
https://doi.org/10.1007/s004140000166
Hadidi, M. M., Kulwicki, A., & Jahshan, H. (2001). A review of 16 cases of honour killings in Jordan in 1995. International journal of legal medicine, 114(6), 357-359.
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/articles.php
https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s004140000166
The purpose of the study was to determine the causes of death as reported in court files of the female victims of honour crimes, the Jordanian penal codes regarding crimes of honour, the evidence used in the sentencing of the defendants, the types of weapons used, the characteristics of the physical assaults on the victims and the sentencing of the offenders. A retrospective study of crimes of honour in Jordan was conducted, and the 16 homicide cases considered to be crimes of honour were reviewed. The autopsy reports of the victims provided information on the physical condition of the victims, including the type and severity of injuries. In over 60% of the honour crime cases, multiple gunshot wounds were the direct cause of death. In cases where the victim was a single pregnant female, the offender was acquitted of murder or received a reduced sentence. The majority of murders were committed by the brother of the victim and the length of sentence received by the offender varied from no sentence to life with hard labour. Offenders who received the harshest punishment were those whose victims married without the family consent.
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A review of 16 cases of honour killings in Jordan in 1995
Article
SON
201606027
N/A
anahid.kulwicki@lau.edu.lb
Lebanese American University
International Journal of Legal Medicine
114
6
357-359
Honour crimes
Female homicide
Arab country
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/63772021-03-19T10:43:10Zcom_10725_2057col_10725_2079
Kulwicki, Anahid
Khalifa, Rose
Moore, Gary
2017-10-20T11:46:40Z
2017-10-20T11:46:40Z
2008
2017-10-20
1552-7832
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/6377
Kulwicki, A., Khalifa, R., & Moore, G. (2008). The effects of September 11 on Arab American nurses in metropolitan Detroit. Journal of Transcultural Nursing, 19(2), 134-139.
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/articles.php
http://journals.sagepub.com/doi/abs/10.1177/1043659607313071
The purpose of this article is to determine the effects of 9/11 on Arab American nurses' workplace discrimination in the Detroit metropolitan area. Thirty-four Arab American nurses completed a survey about perceptions and experiences related to discrimination before and after the terror attacks on 9/11. Most participants did not experience demotion, but some experienced intimidation and patient rejection more often or with the same frequency following 9/11. September 11 continues to negatively affect Arab Americans in the work environment. Studies are needed to further examine the workplace discrimination relationship with specific health indicators for Arab Americans.
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The effects of September 11 on Arab American nurses in metropolitan Detroit
Article
SON
201606027
N/A
anahid.kulwicki@lau.edu.lb
Lebanese American University
Journal of Transcultural Nursing
19
2
134-139
Arab American
Discrimination
Nurses
September 11
Workforce diversity
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/63782021-03-19T10:43:10Zcom_10725_2057col_10725_2079
Kulwicki, Anahid
2017-10-20T12:02:44Z
2017-10-20T12:02:44Z
2006
2017-10-20
1552-7832
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/6378
http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/1043659606291552
Kulwicki, A. (2006). Improving global health care through diversity. Journal of Transcultural Nursing, 17(4), 396-397.
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/articles.php
http://journals.sagepub.com/doi/abs/10.1177/1043659606291552
One of the major challenges facing the nursing profession is the globalization of nursing education, research, and practice. The word diversity is derived from the Latin word divertere meaning being different or having differences. Diversity in nursing practice means providing competent care to clients from different cultures, conducting research in multi-cultural settings, and implementing educational programs to diverse populations. Key principles and practices that provide a framework for diverse relationships in nursing practice, research, and education must be driven by a professional commitment in building a global community that is inclusive, respectful, and dedicated to global health care for all. Through international collaborations and individual and collective partnerships, nurses can build bridges between and among national health care systems, strengthen the international health care infrastructure, broaden health care delivery systems, and improve the quality of health care for all.
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Improving global health care through diversity
Article
SON
201606027
N/A
anahid.kulwicki@lau.edu.lb
Lebanese American University
Journal of Transcultural Nursing
17
4
396-397
Global health
Diversity
Globalization
Nursing
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/63792021-03-19T10:43:10Zcom_10725_2057col_10725_2079
Kulwicki, Anahid
Aroian, Karen J.
Kaskiri, Eleni A.
Templin, Thomas N.
2017-10-20T12:21:31Z
2017-10-20T12:21:31Z
2007
2017-10-20
1098-240X
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/6379
Aroian, K. J., Kulwicki, A., Kaskiri, E. A., Templin, T. N., & Wells, C. L. (2007). Psychometric evaluation of the Arabic language version of the Profile of Mood States. Research in nursing & health, 30(5), 531-541.
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/articles.php
http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/nur.20211/full
We estimated the psychometrics of the parent and a short form of the Arabic language version of the Profile of Mood States (POMS). A sample of 537 Arab immigrants completed the POMS and a battery of other measures. Data analyses included confirmatory factor analyses and tests of reliability and concurrent validity. The fit of the proposed factor structure was acceptable if 14 pairs of error terms were allowed to correlate, but a better fit was obtained by creating a short form. The short form demonstrated good reliability and concurrent validity, but some factors were highly correlated. High factor correlations were not explainable by group differences in education or level of distress.
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SON
201606027
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anahid.kulwicki@lau.edu.lb
Lebanese American University
Research in Nursing and Health
30
5
531-541
Emotional state
Instrument development and validation
Cultural diversity
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Kulwicki, A.
2017-10-20T12:26:57Z
2017-10-20T12:26:57Z
1996
2017-10-20
2169-415X
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/6380
Kulwicki, A. (1996). An ethnographic study of illness perceptions and practices of Yemeni-Arabs in Michigan. Journal of Cultural Diversity, 3(3), 80.
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https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/9214920
The purpose of this study was to explore the illness practices of Yemeni-Arab Americans and to generate illness themes based on informant reports. A convenient sample of 30 Yemeni-Arab American women was selected from Dearborn, Michigan. A content analysis of interview data was the basis for data analysis. The Arabic language was used in all the interviews due to enability of the informants to speak English. Thirty-three illness practices were identified by the study informants. Analysis of interview data indicated that informants relied heavily on religious explanations of illness practices. Several cultural themes were deduced from collected data. Among these were belief in an omnipotent deity who is the cause of all that is, confidence in the rational mind of man and empirical knowledge, susceptibility to disease based on gender, reliance and trust in health care providers and desirability of adapting to change.
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An ethnographic study of illness perceptions and practices of Yemeni-Arabs in Michigan
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SON
201606027
N/A
anahid.kulwicki@lau.edu.lb
Lebanese American University
Journal of Cultural Diversity
3
3
80-89
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/63812021-03-19T10:03:28Zcom_10725_2057col_10725_2079
Kulwicki, Anahid
Smiley, Karen
Devine, Susan
2017-10-20T12:46:03Z
2017-10-20T12:46:03Z
2007
2017-10-20
1539-0683
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/6381
http://dx.doi.org/10.1097/01.NMC.0000298132.62655.0d
Kulwicki, A., Smiley, K., & Devine, S. (2007). Smoking behavior in pregnant Arab Americans. MCN: The American Journal of Maternal/Child Nursing, 32(6), 363-367.
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http://journals.lww.com/mcnjournal/Abstract/2007/11000/Smoking_Behavior_in_Pregnant_Arab_Americans.10.aspx
Objectives: To determine the smoking behavior in pregnant Arab American women who attended a Women, Infant and Children (WIC) program at a local county public health clinic and compare the incidence of smoking behaviors of pregnant Arab American women with pregnant women who were not Arab Americans.
Design and Methods: Data were extracted from a computer database that contained information from health history charts of pregnant Arab and non-Arab American women. The study sample was 830 women, 823 of whom were Arab American participants enrolled in the WIC program in Michigan.
Results: Approximately 6% of pregnant Arab Americans smoked during pregnancy. The prevalence of smoking behavior among pregnant Arab American women was similar to that of smoking behaviors of Hispanics and Asian Americans in the United States.
Conclusion: Although smoking behavior is a serious problem among Arab American immigrants in general and in the Arab world in particular, cultural factors that support healthy behavior during pregnancy in the Arab culture seem to limit the use of tobacco in pregnant women. Nurses who care for Arab American pregnant women can use this information to better inform their care of these patients.
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Smoking behavior in pregnant Arab Americans
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201606027
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anahid.kulwicki@lau.edu.lb
Lebanese American University
MCN: The American Journal of Maternal Child Nursing
32
6
363-367
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/64002021-03-19T10:03:26Zcom_10725_2057col_10725_2079
Kulwicki, Anahid
Al-Faouri, Ibrahim
Weglicki, Linda
Jamil, Hikmet
Baker, Omar
Al-Omran, Hasan
Dakroub, Mona
2017-10-23T06:39:25Z
2017-10-23T06:39:25Z
2005
2017-10-23
1945-0826
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/6400
Al-Faouri, I., Weglicki, L., Rice, V. H., Kulwicki, A., Jamil, H., Baker, O., ... & Dakroub, M. (2005). Culturally sensitive smoking cessation intervention program redesign for Arab-American youth. Ethnicity & Disease, 15(1 Suppl 1), S1-62.
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Culturally sensitive smoking cessation intervention program redesign for Arab-American youth
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SON
201606027
N/A
anahid.kulwicki@lau.edu.lb
Lebanese American University
Ethnicity & Disease
15
S1-62 - S1-64
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Kulwicki, Anahid
Ballout, Suha
2017-10-23T08:03:16Z
2017-10-23T08:03:16Z
2015
2017-10-23
2169-415X
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/6401
Kulwicki, A., & Ballout, S. (2015). POST TRAUMATIC STRESS DISORDER (PTSD) IN ARAB AMERICAN REFUGEE AND RECENT IMMIGRANT WOMEN. Journal of cultural diversity, 22(1).
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Routine male circumcision (RMC) has been found effective in preventing HIV infection in Africa; at the same time, incidence of HIV infection has been rising in China. Hence, RMC may be a possible means by which Chinese nationals could address increasing HIV infection rates. A focus group study was conducted to explore perceptions of RMC among mainland Chinese nationals. The results indicated that 1) 90% of participants considered RMC to be an unfamiliar and culturally sensitive topic; 2) 80% felt that being uncircumcised had not created significant health drawbacks for them or males they knew; and 3) the group believed that RMC would not be a good, strategy to address rising HIV rates and were dubious about the idea of mandated RMC in China. For Chinese nationals, cultural traditions regarding RMC appear to outweigh concerns about H IV infection.
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Post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in Arab American refugee and recent immigrant wormen
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SON
201606027
N/A
anahid.kulwicki@lau.edu.lb
Lebanese American University
Journal of Cultural Diversity
22
1
9-12
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/64022021-03-19T10:43:10Zcom_10725_2057col_10725_2079
Kulwicki, Anahid
Randolph, MArilys G.
Elbaum, Leonard
Wen, Pey-Shen
Brunt, Denis
LArsen, Jessy
De la Rosa, Mario
2017-10-23T08:12:15Z
2017-10-23T08:12:15Z
2014
2017-10-23
1534-6331
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/6402
Randolph, M. G., Elbaum, L., Wen, P. S., Brunt, D., Larsen, J., Kulwicki, A., & De la Rosa, M. (2014). Functional and psychosocial status of Haitians who became users of lower extremity prostheses as a result of the 2010 earthquake. Journal of prosthetics and orthotics: JPO, 26(4), 177.
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https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4278370/
The January 12, 2010 earthquake devastated Port-Au-Prince, the capital of the Republic of Haiti, and its surroundings. Among the 300,000 injured, 1,200 to 1,500 people underwent traumatic /surgical amputations. The purpose of this study was to describe the functional and psychosocial impact of prostheses users who suffered a traumatic lower-limb amputation after the earthquake of 2010 in Haiti. We recruited 140 participants in collaboration with a large health care organization in Port-au-Prince from October 2011 to May 2012. Participants underwent an evaluation of physical impairments and completed questionnaires translated into Haitian Creole. The Trinity Amputation and Prosthesis Experience Scale (TAPES), and the Locomotor Capabilities Index (LCI) were used in this study. The questionnaires were administered verbally in Haitian Creole by a trained staff. We conducted descriptive statistics and t-tests using SPSS for data analysis. Participants had a mean age of 34.9 ± 12.0; 51.4% were women; 48.6% were transfemoral amputees. The mean of TAPES general adjustment (3.65 ± 0.59) and adjust to limitation (3.67 ± 0.86) were higher than the score for the social adjustment (2.58 ± 0.49). The LCI showed over 90% of subjects were physically independent in self-care; fewer were independent walking on uneven ground or inclement weather (69%). The relatively poor social adjustment is consistent with the literature that describes limited acceptance of people with physical disabilities in Haitian society. Prostheses users in Haiti would benefit from a health delivery infrastructure that also addresses the psychosocial reintegration of individuals with physical disabilities.
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Functional and psychosocial status of Haitians who became users of lower extremity prostheses as a result of the 2010 earthquake
Article
SON
201606027
N/A
anahid.kulwicki@lau.edu.lb
Lebanese American University
Journal of Prosthetics and Orthotics
26
4
177-182
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/64032021-03-19T10:43:10Zcom_10725_2057col_10725_2079
Kulwicki, Anahid
Hammad, Adnan
Jamil, Hikmet
Rice, Virginia Hill
Templin, Thomas
2017-10-23T08:23:27Z
2017-10-23T08:23:27Z
2006
2017-10-23
1535-0266
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/6403
Rice, V. H., Weglicki, L. S., Templin, T., Hammad, A., Jamil, H., & Kulwicki, A. (2006). Predictors of Arab American adolescent tobacco use. Merrill-Palmer quarterly (Wayne State University. Press), 52(2), 327.
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https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1533871/
This study examined personal, psychosocial, sociocultural, and environmental predictors in tobacco use for 1671 Arab American adolescents. Cigarette smoking in past 30 days was 6.9%. This increased from 1% at age 14 to 14% at age 18. Twenty-nine percent of the youths reported ‘ever cigarette smoking.’ Experimentation with narghile was 27%; it increased from 23% at 14 years to 40% at 18 years. All trends were significant (p < .001). Logistic regression analyses found ten predictors for ‘smoked a cigarette in past 30 days’ and nine and seven, respectively, for ‘ever smoked a cigarette or narghile’. Friends and family members smoking were the strongest predictors of cigarette smoking and ‘ever narghile use.’ ‘Ever narghile use’ supported cigarette smoking.
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Predictors of Arab American adolescent tobacco use
Article
SON
201606027
N/A
anahid.kulwicki@lau.edu.lb
Lebanese American University
Merrill - Palmer Quarterly
52
2
327-342
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/64042021-03-19T10:43:10Zcom_10725_2057col_10725_2079
Kulwicki, Anahid
2017-10-23T08:52:34Z
2017-10-23T08:52:34Z
1991
2017-10-23
2167-8634
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/6404
https://scholar.google.com/scholar?hl=en&as_sdt=0%2C5&q=An+ethnographic+study+of+illness+causation+perceptions+of+Yemeni-Americans&btnG=
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https://scholar.google.com/scholar?hl=en&as_sdt=0%2C5&q=An+ethnographic+study+of+illness+causation+perceptions+of+Yemeni-Americans&btnG=
Kulwicki, A. N. A. H. I. D. (1991). An ethnographic study of illness causation perceptions of Yemeni-Americans. Michigan Academician, 23(1), 31-42.
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An ethnographic study of illness causation perceptions of Yemeni-Americans
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SON
201606027
N/A
anahid.kulwicki@lau.edu.lb
Lebanese American University
Michigan Academician
23
1
31-42
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/64052021-03-19T10:43:10Zcom_10725_2057col_10725_2079
Kulwicki, A.
Hymes, R.
Killawi, A.
Farrag, M.
2017-10-23T08:57:49Z
2017-10-23T08:57:49Z
2010
2017-10-23
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/6405
Kulwicki, A., Hymes, R., Hammad, A., Killawi, A., & Farrag, M. (2010). Development of a Domestic Violence Risk Assessment Tool for Arab American Clients. Access Health, 6, 12-22.
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Development of a domestic violence risk assessment tool for Arab American clients
Article
SON
201606027
N/A
anahid.kulwicki@lau.edu.lb
Lebanese American University
Access Health
6
12-22
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/64092021-03-19T10:43:10Zcom_10725_2057col_10725_2079
Musallam, Khaled M.
Khoury, Brigitte
Abi-Habib, Rudy
Bazzi, Lama
Succar, Julien
Halawi, Racha
Hankir, Ahmed
Koussa, Suzanne
Taher, Ali T.
2017-10-23T10:52:38Z
2017-10-23T10:52:38Z
2011
2017-10-23
1600-0609
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/6409
http://dx.doi.org/10.1111/j.1600-0609.2011.01623.x
https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1600-0609.2011.01623.x
Musallam, K. M., Khoury, B., Abi‐Habib, R., Bazzi, L., Succar, J., Halawi, R., ... & Taher, A. T. (2011). Health‐related quality of life in adults with transfusion‐independent thalassaemia intermedia compared to regularly transfused thalassaemia major: new insights. European journal of haematology, 87(1), 73-79.
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https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1111/j.1600-0609.2011.01623.x
Background: In patients with β thalassaemia intermedia (TI), the milder anaemia and transfusion independence imply better health-related quality of life (HR-QoL). However, the unbalanced pathophysiology of the disease allows for several serious clinical complications to manifest, which may have a negative impact on HR-QoL. Methods: This was a cross-sectional study on adult patients with transfusion- and iron chelation-independent TI and β thalassaemia major (TM) attending the Chronic Care Center, Hazmieh, Lebanon. A total of 80 patients agreed to participate in the study [32 TI (median age 24 yr) and 48 TM (median age 23 yr)]. The RAND SF-36 survey was used to assess HR-QoL. Data on patient demographics, clinical complications and socioeconomic status were collected. Results: Patients with TI and TM were comparable with age and gender, but patients with TM had a significantly longer median duration with a known thalassaemia diagnosis. Patients with TI had a higher proportion of multiple complications. Socioeconomic parameters were comparable, except for patients with TI being more commonly married. The mean Total, Physical Health and Mental Health Scores were significantly lower in patients with TI compared to TM, indicating poorer HR-QoL. There was a statistically significant positive correlation between the duration with a known thalassaemia diagnosis and a higher Mental Health Score (rs = 0.73, P = 0.020). The mean Physical Health Score was significantly lower in patients with multiple clinical complications compared to patients with single or no complications (P = 0.012). Associations remained independently significant at multivariate analysis. Conclusion: Patients with transfusion-independent TI have lower HR-QoL compared to TM patients. At a comparable age, the shorter duration since diagnosis and the multiplicity of complications may explain these findings.
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Health-related quality of life in adults with transfusion-independent thalassaemia intermedia compared to regularly transfused thalassaemia major
new insights
Article
SAS
201400035
Social Sciences
rudy.abihabib@lau.edu.lb
Lebanese American University
European Journal of Haematology
87
1
73-79
Thalassaemia intermedia
Thalassaemia major
Chronic disease
Quality of life
Clinical complications
Health-related quality of life
https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6387-0228
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Sukkarieh-Haraty, Ola
2017-10-30T13:40:39Z
2017-10-30T13:40:39Z
2011
2017-10-30
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/6442
Sukkarieh, O. A. (2011). The Relationship among Diabetes Self-Care Psychological Adjustment, Social Support and Glycemic Control in the Lebanese Population with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (Doctoral dissertation, Northeastern University).
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https://search.proquest.com/docview/922551349?pq-origsite=gscholar
Diabetes Mellitus (DM), is a chronic disease characterized by chronic hyperglycemia. In Lebanon, the prevalence rate of type 2 DM was 5.9% (N= 1982). The purpose of this study was to assess the relationship between diabetes self care, psychological adjustment and social support and glycemic control (A1C levels) among the Lebanese adults with diabetes mellitus.
The study was descriptive correlational design with convenience sample of adults (N=140)
diagnosed with type 2 DM recruited from two diabetes clinics. The participants completed a
set of questionnaires: Summary of Diabetes Self-Care Activities (SDSCA) translated to Arabic, Social Support-Arabic version and Problem Areas In Diabetes (PAID) - Arabic version, and a demographic and physiological sheet. Test statistics used were reliability analysis and Mixed Models Theory with fixed and random effects presented in unadjusted and adjusted univariate models at p<0.05 level using Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) version 18.0. Research question one was supported partially only when SDSCA subscales were categorized (beta= 0.66, SE=0.29, p-value=0.02). There were statistically significant relationships between PAID scores and glycemic control (B= 0.02, SE= 0.01, P-value= 0.036), thereby supporting Research questions 2. Social support scores was significantly
associated with glycemic control (B= 0.02, SE= 0.01, p-value=0.01), yet in a positive
direction as opposed to having negative significant relationship stated in research question 3.
Age, Gender, type of treatment, problems associated with DM and BMI demonstrated statistical significant relationship with glycemic control (beta= 1.36, SE=0.35, p= 0.000; beta= 0.53, SE= 0.25, p= 0.037; beta= 0.99, SE= 0.31, P= 0.002; beta= -1.006, SE= 0.24, p=0.00; beta= 0.04, SE= 0.02. p= 0.033 respectively), thereby supporting some of the demographic and physiologic variables identified in research question 4. In research question 5, the aforementioned demographic and physiologic variables no longer demonstrated statistically significant association with A1C levels in the adjusted univariate model. In conclusion, the participants did not generally adhere to their diabetes self-care regimen except for medication regimen. Denial prevailed in light of the uncontrolled levels of A1C when emotional adjustment was examined. Finally, social support was positively associatedwith A1C levels, thereby inferring that as participants demonstrated uncontrolled levels of A1C, they got more social support from their network.
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The relationship among diabetes Self-Care, psychological adjustment, social support and glycemic control in the Lebanese population with type 2 diabetes mellitus
Thesis
PHD
SON
201005492
Babington, Lynn
N/A
Howard, Elizabeth
ola.sukkarieh@lau.edu.lb
Lebanese American University
Northeastern University
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Aswad, Barbara C.
Biglé, Barbara
2017-11-15T09:36:27Z
2017-11-15T09:36:27Z
1996
2017-11-15
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/6615
KULWICKI, A. (1996). Jfeakh Issues among JirabJ/Luslim families. Family and Gender Among American Muslims: Issues Facing Middle Eastern Immigrants and Their Descendants, 187.
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https://books.google.com.lb/books?hl=en&lr=&id=vkWr8KWr8G0C&oi=fnd&pg=PA187&dq=Jfeakh+Issues+among+JirabJ/Luslim+families&ots=zq5BghkdR0&sig=ZK5wHZFS_9o4bFQMC4b0Ob3j_K4&redir_esc=y#v=onepage&q=Jfeakh%20Issues%20among%20JirabJ%2FLuslim%20families&f=false
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Temple university press
Family and gender among American Muslims
Book / Chapter of a Book
SON
201606027
N/A
anahid.kulwicki@lau.edu.lb
Lebanese American University
Kulwicki, Anahid
187-191
Health issues among Arab muslim families
1996
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Piedmont, Ralph L.
Village, Andrew
2017-11-15T12:59:52Z
2017-11-15T12:59:52Z
2017-11-15
9789047429067
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/6618
http://dx.doi.org/10.1163/ej.9789004175624.i-334.67
Hassouneh, D., & Kulwicki, A. (2009). Family privacy as protection: A qualitative pilot study of mental illness in Arab-American Muslim women. In Research in the Social Scientific Study of Religion, Volume 20 (pp. 195-216). Brill.
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/articles.php
http://booksandjournals.brillonline.com/content/books/10.1163/ej.9789004175624.i-334.67
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Research in the social scientific study of religion, volume 20
Book / Chapter of a Book
SON
201606027
N/A
anahid.kulwicki@lau.edu.lb
Lebanese American University
Kulwicki, Anahid
Hassouneh, Dena
Family privacy as protection: a qualitative pilot study of mental illness in Arab American muslim women
2009
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Amer, Mona M.
Awad, Germine H.
2017-11-15T13:14:32Z
2017-11-15T13:14:32Z
2016
2017-11-15
978-0-203-76358-2
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/6619
Kulwicki, A. (2015). Cultural Determinants, Reducing Risks, and Enhancing Resilience. Handbook of Arab American Psychology, 206.
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/articles.php
https://books.google.com.lb/books?hl=en&lr=&id=CXL4CgAAQBAJ&oi=fnd&pg=PT380&dq=Cultural+Determinants,+Reducing+Risks,+and+Enhancing+Resilience&ots=CJUwRtIu-Z&sig=stEjUxVIHeUChtU_1JwBAEpzXhI&redir_esc=y#v=onepage&q=Cultural%20Determinants%2C%20Reducing%20Risks%2C%20and%20Enhancing%20Resilience&f=false
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Routledge
Handbook of Arab American psychology
Book / Chapter of a Book
SON
201606027
N/A
anahid.kulwicki@lau.edu.lb
Lebanese American University
New York
2016
Kulwicki, Anahid
206
Domestic violence: cultural determinants, reducing risks, and enhancing resilence
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/77662024-03-12T12:17:46Zcom_10725_2053com_10725_2057col_10725_2071col_10725_2079
Doumit, R.
Sanchez-Ruiz, M. J.
Zeeni, N.
Abi Kharma, J.
2018-05-03T08:59:33Z
2018-05-03T08:59:33Z
2018
2018-05-03
1573-2789
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/7766
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s10597-017-0163-2
Doumit, R., Kharma, J. A., Sanchez-Ruiz, M. J., & Zeeni, N. (2018). Predictors of Disordered Eating in Young Males. Community mental health journal, 54(2), 236-244.
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/articles.php
https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s10597-017-0163-2
Recent findings suggest that disordered eating (DE) symptomatology may be underestimated in the male population. The present study examined depressive symptomatology as a potential mediator of the relationships between body image dissatisfaction, strategies to change body weight and muscles, media pressure, and DE (emotional, restrained and emotional eating) in 260 male undergraduates who completed a self-reported questionnaire. Path analyses indicated that media influence and strategies to decrease body weight had direct positive effects on depressive symptomatology, which in turn predicted emotional eating. Media influence had a direct positive effect on emotional eating, whereas strategies to decrease body weight did not exhibit a direct effect on emotional eating. Therefore, the latter pathway was removed from the model. The link between media pressure, strategies to decrease body weight and emotional eating was partially mediated by depressive symptomatology. The present findings can inform the development and implementation of prevention and education programs for DE in schools and universities.
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Predictors of disordered eating in young males
Article
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200200810
201005175
201000400
Social Sciences
rita.doumit@lau.edu.lb
maria-jose.sanchez-ruiz@lau.edu.lb
nadine.zeeni@lau.edu.lb
Lebanese American University
Community Mental Health Journal
54
2
236-244
Predictors
Emotional eating
Depressive symptomatology
Media influence
Body weight
https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1374-2751
https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1747-6016
https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1374-2751
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/77892021-03-19T10:03:30Zcom_10725_2053com_10725_2057col_10725_2071col_10725_2079
Bassil, Maya
Sukkarieh-Haraty, Ola
Abi Kharma, Joelle
Egede, Leonard E.
2018-05-09T08:53:07Z
2018-05-09T08:53:07Z
2018
2018-05-09
1573-6571
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/7789
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s10943-017-0430-0
Sukkarieh-Haraty, O., Egede, L. E., Kharma, J. A., & Bassil, M. (2018). Predictors of Diabetes Fatalism Among Arabs: A Cross-Sectional Study of Lebanese Adults with Type 2 Diabetes. Journal of religion and health, 57(3), 858-868.
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/articles.php
https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s10943-017-0430-0
Fatalism is a grounded cultural belief that is common among Arabs and is known to hinder self-care in chronic diseases including diabetes (Nabolsi and Carson in Scand J Caring Sci 25(4):716–724, 2011). The purpose of this study is to identify predictors of diabetes fatalism in this population. Data on 280 Lebanese patients with type 2 diabetes (mean age 58.24 ± 13.48 years; mean HbA1c 7.90 ± 1.90%; 53.76% females) recruited from one hospital in greater Beirut, Lebanon, and from the community using snowballing technique were examined. Multiple linear regression was used to assess the independent association between diabetes fatalism and demographic and patient characteristics. Age (β = −.14, 95% CI −.27, −.002), BMI (β = .35, 95% CI .15; .54), level of education (β = −3.98, 95% CI −7.64; −.32) and number of diabetes problems (β = −5.03, 95% CI −9.89; −.18) were significantly associated with diabetes fatalism in the regression model. The combination of demographic and patient characteristics accounted for 14.5% of the variance in diabetes fatalism scores’ change. Patients with type 2 diabetes who exhibited more fatalistic attitudes were younger, of lower education levels, had higher BMI and had fewer diabetes comorbidities. Such findings are crucial for healthcare practitioners to identify fatalistic patients and to tailor culturally appropriate strategies in diabetes management. Further studies are warranted to explore other potential determinants of diabetes fatalism with larger sample and non-Lebanese Arabic population.
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Predictors of diabetes fatalism among Arabs
a cross-sectional study of lebanese adults with type 2 diabetes
Article
SAS
SON
201102356
201005492
Natural Sciences
mbassil@lau.edu.lb
ola.sukkarieh@lau.edu.lb
Lebanese American University
Journal of Religion and Health
57
3
858-868
Diabetes fatalism
Predictors
Arabs
Lebanon
Type 2 diabetes
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/77912021-03-19T10:03:31Zcom_10725_2053com_10725_2057col_10725_2071col_10725_2079
Bassil, Maya
Sukkarieh-Haraty, Ola
Abi Kharma, Joelle
Egede, Leonard E.
2018-05-10T07:58:41Z
2018-05-10T07:58:41Z
2017
2018-05-10
1465-3419
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/7791
https://doi.org/10.1080/13557858.2017.1373075
Sukkarieh-Haraty, O., Egede, L. E., Abi Kharma, J., & Bassil, M. (2017). Diabetes fatalism and its emotional distress subscale are independent predictors of glycemic control among Lebanese patients with type 2 diabetes. Ethnicity & health, 1-12.
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/articles.php
https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/13557858.2017.1373075
Background: Achieving and sustaining optimal glycemic control in type 2 diabetes (T2DM) is difficult because of socio-cultural and psychosocial factors including diabetes fatalism. Diabetes fatalism is ‘a complex psychological cycle characterized by perceptions of despair, hopelessness, and powerlessness’.
Purpose: The purpose of this paper is to explore whether diabetes fatalism and other psychosocial and socio-cultural variables are correlates of glycemic control in Lebanese population with T2DM.
Methods: A convenience sample of 280 adult participants with T2DM were recruited from a major hospital in greater Beirut-Lebanon area and from the community. Diabetes fatalism was assessed using the Arabic version of 12-item Diabetes Fatalism Scale. Multiple linear regression models were used to assess the relationship between HbA1c and psychosocial and socio-cultural characteristics including diabetes fatalism. Four models were run to examine the independent association between HbA1c and diabetes fatalism and to identify which of the 3 subscales (emotional distress, spiritual coping and perceived self-efficacy) were associated with HbA1c.
Results: The mean age of the participants was 58.24(SD = 13.48) and the majority were females (53.76%), while 32.73% of the sample had diabetes for more than 10 years. Fully adjusted multiple linear regression models showed that higher scores on diabetes fatalism and the emotional distress subscale (P = 0.018) were significantly associated with higher HbA1c values. In addition, having diabetes for more than 11 years (P = 0.05) and a higher number of diabetes complications (P < 0.001) were associated with higher HbA1c levels. However, advanced age (P = 0.055), female gender (P = 0.003), and diabetes education (P = 0.011) were significantly associated with lower HbA1c levels.
Conclusion: This is the first study in the Arab region that identifies diabetes fatalism as an independent predictor of glycemic control among Lebanese. Future studies should further investigate this construct to guide interventions that can address it for better diabetes outcomes.
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Diabetes fatalism and its emotional distress subscale are independent predictors of glycemic control among Lebanese patients with type 2 diabetes
Article
SAS
SON
201102356
201005492
Natural Sciences
mbassil@lau.edu.lb
ola.sukkarieh@lau.edu.lb
Lebanese American University
Ethnicity & Health
Diabetes fatalism
Emotional distress
HbA1c
Glycemic control
Predictors
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/77922021-03-19T10:03:31Zcom_10725_2053com_10725_2057col_10725_2071col_10725_2079
Bassil, Maya
Sukkarieh-Haraty, Ola
Egede, Leonard E.
Abi Kharma, Joelle
2018-05-10T08:23:39Z
2018-05-10T08:23:39Z
2018
2018-05-10
1932-6203
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/7792
https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0190719
Sukkarieh-Haraty, O., Egede, L. E., Kharma, J. A., & Bassil, M. (2018). Psychometric properties of the Arabic version of the 12-item diabetes fatalism scale. PloS one, 13(1), 1-10.
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/articles.php
http://journals.plos.org/plosone/article?id=10.1371/journal.pone.0190719
Background
There are widespread fatalistic beliefs in Arab countries, especially among individuals with diabetes. However, there is no tool to assess diabetes fatalism in this population. This study describes the processes used to create an Arabic version of the Diabetes Fatalism Scale (DFS) and examine its psychometric properties.
Methods
A descriptive correlational design was used with a convenience sample of Lebanese adults (N = 274) with type 2 diabetes recruited from a major hospital in Beirut, Lebanon and by snowball sampling. The 12- item Diabetes Fatalism Scale- Arabic (12-item DFS-Ar) was back-translated from the original version, pilot tested on 22 adults with type 2 diabetes and then administered to 274 patients to assess the validity and reliability of the scale. Confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) was used to test the hypothesized factor structure. Cronbach’s alpha was used to test for reliability.
Results
CFA supported the existence of the three factor hypothesis of the original DFS scale. The five items measuring “emotional distress” loaded under Factor 1, the four items measuring “spiritual coping” loaded under factor 2 and the last three items measuring “perceived self-efficacy” of the original scale loaded under Factor 3 (p <0.001 for all three subscales). Goodness of fit indices confirmed adequateness of the CFA model (CFI = 0.97, TLI = 0.96, RMSEA = 0.067 and pclose = 0.05). The 12-item DFS-Ar showed good reliability (Cronbach’s alpha of 0.86) and significantly predicted HbA1c (β = 0.20, p < 0.01). After adjusting for the demographic characteristics and the number of diabetes comorbid conditions, the 12-item DFS-Ar score was independently associated with HbA1c in a multivariable model (β = 0.16, p < 0.05).
Conclusions
The 12-item DFS-Ar demonstrated good psychometric properties that are comparable to the original scale. It is a valid and reliable measure of diabetes fatalism. Further testing with larger and non-Lebanese Arabic population is needed.
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Psychometric properties of the Arabic version of the 12-item diabetes fatalism scale
Article
SAS
SON
201102356
201005492
Natural Sciences
mbassil@lau.edu.lb
ola.sukkarieh@lau.edu.lb
Lebanese American University
Plos one
13
1
1-10
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/98072024-03-12T12:10:09Zcom_10725_2057com_10725_2053col_10725_2079col_10725_2071
Zeeni, Nadine
Doumit, Rita
Abi-Kharma, Joelle
Sanchez-Ruiz, Maria-Jose
2018-11-28T10:01:41Z
2018-11-28T10:01:41Z
2018
2018-11-28
1741-6787
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/9807
https://doi.org/10.1111/wvn.12298
Zeeni, N., Doumit, R., Abi Kharma, J., & Sanchez‐Ruiz, M. J. (2018). Media, technology use, and attitudes: Associations with physical and mental well‐being in youth with implications for evidence‐based practice. Worldviews on Evidence‐Based Nursing, 15(4), 304-312.
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/articles.php
https://sigmapubs.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1111/wvn.12298
Background
Previous research has shown that the use of technology and media, in their different available forms, may have detrimental effects on the physical and mental well‐being of adolescents and young adults.
Aims
The present study aimed to investigate the use of different types of technology and media, attitudes toward them, and how they relate to physical and mental well‐being in Lebanese university students.
Methods
A descriptive, correlational, cross‐sectional design was used. A sample of 244 undergraduates completed a self‐report measuring media and technology use and attitudes, eating‐related variables (e.g., healthy eating, body image dissatisfaction [BID], and eating disorders [EDs] risk), trait emotional intelligence (TEI), and psychopathology indicators (stress, anxiety, and depression).
Results
The use of mobile phone multimedia (music, pictures, and videos) correlated with unhealthy eating and stress. Social media use was associated with BID, EDs risk, and the self‐control construct of TEI. Anxiety of separation from technological devices and dependence on them was associated with increased BID, EDs risk, depression, and anxiety.
Linking Evidence to Action
Practical implications are discussed in terms of setting limits and boundaries on technology use during childhood and adolescence, and encouraging healthy eating and physical activity at home and on college campuses. Moreover, social media could be used as a platform for intervention and prevention programs to decrease BID, EDs, depression, and anxiety.
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Media, technology use, and attitudes: associations with physical and mental well‐being in youth with implications for evidence‐based practice
Article
SON
SAS
201000400
200200810
201005175
Social Sciences
nadine.zeeni@lau.edu.lb
rita.doumit@lau.edu.lb
maria-jose.sanchez-ruiz@lau.edu.lb
Lebanese American University
Worldviews on evidence-based nursing
15
4
304-312
Technology
Social media
Well-being
Mental health
Body image
Eating disorders
Trait emotional intelligence
Healthy eating
Depression
Anxiety
https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1747-6016
https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1374-2751
https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4014-8010
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/98092024-03-12T12:12:18Zcom_10725_2057col_10725_2079
El-Masri, Jihad
Zein-El-Dine, Salah
Zein, Bana
Doumit, Rita
Kurdahi Badr, Lina
2018-11-28T10:50:49Z
2018-11-28T10:50:49Z
2018
2018-11-28
1528-3976
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/9809
https://doi.org/10.1097/WON.0000000000000415
El-Marsi, J., Zein-El-Dine, S., Zein, B., Doumit, R., & Badr, L. K. (2018). Predictors of Pressure Injuries in a Critical Care Unit in Lebanon: Prevalence, Characteristics, and Associated Factors. Journal of wound, ostomy, and continence nursing: official publication of The Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nurses Society, 45(2), 131-136.
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/articles.php
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29521923/
The purpose of this study was to identify factors associated with pressure injury in a medical-surgical intensive care unit (MSICU).
DESIGN:
Retrospective review of medical records.
SUBJECTS AND SETTING:
We reviewed the medical records of 145 patients who developed a new pressure injury in the MSICU of a 420-bed university medical center in Lebanon. METHODS:
Medical records of all patients cared for in the MSICU from December 2014 to June 2017 were reviewed by a research assistant using a standardized form. We extracted potential risk factors for pressure injury including sex, age, weight upon admission, weight at discharge, length of MSICU stay, episodes of hypotension, administration of inotropes/vasopressors, admitting diagnosis, comorbid conditions, and cumulative scores on the Braden Scale for Pressure Sore Risk. The outcome variable was development of any new pressure injury during their stay in our intensive care unit. RESULTS:
Forty-nine patents (33.7%) developed a new pressure injury. Bivariate analysis found statistically significant associations between pressure injury occurrences and administration of vasopressors (odds ratio [OR] = 0.42; 95% confidence interval = 0.29-0.87; P = .02), the administration of dopamine (OR = 0.20; 95% confidence interval = 0.04-0.94; P = .04), and hospital-acquired pressure injury. Among the continuous variables, analysis revealed significant relationships between weight at discharge (t = 2.31, P = .02), MSICU length of stay (t = 5.30; P = .000), cumulative Braden Scale score (t = 3.06; P = .002), hypotension (t =−2.74; P = .007), and development a new pressure injury. Multivariate analysis indicated that length of stay (β= −.110; P = .002), administration of vasopressors (β=−.266; P = .029), and total hours of hypotension (β=−.53; P = .041) were significant predictors of pressure injury. CONCLUSIONS:
Vasopressor use, hypotension, and length of stay were associated with an increased likelihood of pressure injury in adults managed in an MSICU. None of these factors is specifically evaluated during completion of the Braden Scale for Pressure Sore Risk. Based on these findings we recommend development of a pressure injury scale specific to critically ill adults.
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Predictors of Pressure Injuries in a Critical Care Unit in Lebanon: Prevalence, Characteristics, and Associated Factors
Article
SON
200200810
N/A
rita.doumit@lau.edu.lb
Lebanese American University
Journal of Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nursing
45
2
131-136
Critical care
Pressure injury
Pressure ulcer
Risk factors
Vasopressors
https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1374-2751
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/98882024-03-12T10:45:36Zcom_10725_2057col_10725_2079
Doumit, Rita
Kazandjian, Chant
Militello, Lisa K.
2018-12-18T08:52:58Z
2018-12-18T08:52:58Z
2018
2018-12-18
1552-3799
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/9888
https://doi.org/10.1177/1054773818808114
Doumit, R., Kazandjian, C., & Militello, L. K. (2020). COPE for adolescent Syrian refugees in Lebanon: A brief cognitive–behavioral skill-building intervention to improve quality of life and promote positive mental health. Clinical Nursing Research, 29(4), 226-234.
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/articles.php
https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/abs/10.1177/1054773818808114
Lebanon has the highest per-capita concentration of refugees worldwide. There is an urgent need to offer psychosocial interventions to vulnerable groups such as Syrian refugee adolescents. To assess the feasibility, acceptability, and preliminary effects of a cognitive–behavioral intervention (Creating Opportunities for Patient Empowerment [COPE]) on depression, anxiety, and quality of life (QOL) in a sample of adolescent refugees (13-17 years) living in Lebanon. A preexperimental study design was used. COPE 7-Session was delivered to 31 adolescent Syrian refugees. Participants were assessed for depression (Personal Health Questionnaire–9), anxiety (General Anxiety Disorders Scale), and QOL (Pediatric Quality of Life Inventory). Feasibility and acceptability findings indicated that the COPE program was a positive experience for teens. Significant decreases in depression and anxiety, and increases in QOL were also reported. COPE is an effective cognitive–behavioral intervention that can be delivered in an Arabic/Middle-Eastern setting for teen refugees to improve mental health and QOL.
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COPE for adolescent Syrian refugees in Lebanon: a brief cognitive–behavioral skill-building intervention to improve quality of life and promote positive mental health
Article
SON
200200810
N/A
rita.doumit@lau.edu.lb
Lebanese American University
Clinical Nursing Research
29
4
226-234
COPE
Adolescents
Refugees
Lebanon
Depression
Anxiety
Quality of life
https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1374-2751
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Mehanna, Stephanie
Mansour, Najwa
Audi, Hassib
Bodman-Smith, Kikki
Mroueh, Mohamad A.
Taleb, Robin I.
Daher, Costantine F.
Khnayzer, Rony S.
2019-10-01T12:19:06Z
2019-10-01T12:19:06Z
2019
2019-10-01
2046-2069
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/11355
http://dx.doi.org/10.1039/C9RA02615K
Mehanna, S., Mansour, N., Audi, H., Bodman-Smith, K., Mroueh, M. A., Taleb, R. I., ... & Khnayzer, R. S. (2019). Enhanced cellular uptake and photochemotherapeutic potential of a lipophilic strained Ru (ii) polypyridyl complex. RSC Advances, 9(30), 17254-17265.
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The use of ruthenium complexes as chemotherapeutic agents has been recently explored as one of the alternatives to conventional treatments. In the present study, two Ru(II) polypyridyl complexes were synthesized and characterized: a strained [Ru(bipy)2(BC)]Cl2 (complex 1) where [bipy = 2,2′-bipyridine and BC = bathocuproine] along with the unstrained control [Ru(bipy)2(phen)]Cl2 (complex 2) where [phen = 1,10-phenanthroline]. The photophysical and photochemical analyses proved that unlike the photostable complex 2, complex 1 ejected both bipy and BC ligands at a ratio of 3[thin space (1/6-em)]:[thin space (1/6-em)]1 respectively. Results showed that the activity of complex 1 was significantly enhanced upon photoactivation. The response was however particularly significant in B16-F10 melanoma cells where phototoxicity index (PI = IC50 dark/IC50 light) was >900. When compared to cisplatin, the photoproducts were more potent against all tested cell lines, implying that the complex acquired significant chemotherapeutic potential upon irradiation. Cellular uptake of complex 1 and the free BC ligand were found to be significantly facilitated as evidenced by 400–600 fold increase in concentration of the compounds inside the cells relative to the extracellular culture medium. Complex 2 exhibited 35 times lower cellular concentration relative to complex 1. Flow cytometry and plasmid DNA gel electrophoresis measurements showed that complex 1 interacts with DNA inducing apoptosis in the dark and either late-apoptosis or necrosis upon irradiation. These findings corroborate the importance of lipophilic ligands such as BC to enhance uptake and subsequently improve the photochemotherapy potential of Ru(II) polypyridyl complexes.
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SON
199590020
200901968
199190130
200501196
Natural Sciences
mmroueh@lau.edu.lb
robin.taleb@lau.edu.lb
cdaher@lau.edu.lb
rony.khnayzer@lau.edu.lb
Lebanese American University
RSC Advances
9
30
17254-17265
https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1572-7133
https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8033-6951
https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8275-7263
https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7775-0027
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Mansour, Najwa
Mehanna, Stephanie
Mroueh, Mohamad A.
Audi, Hassib
Bodman-Smith, Kikki
Daher, Costantine F.
Taleb, Robin I.
El-Sibai, Mirvat
Khnayzer, Rony S.
2019-10-01T13:34:06Z
2019-10-01T13:34:06Z
2018
2019-10-01
1434-1948
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/11357
https://doi.org/10.1002/ejic.201800194
Mansour, N., Mehanna, S., Mroueh, M. A., Audi, H., Bodman‐Smith, K., Daher, C. F., ... & Khnayzer, R. S. (2018). Photoactivatable RuII Complex Bearing 2, 9‐Diphenyl‐1, 10‐phenanthroline: Unusual Photochemistry and Significant Potency on Cisplatin‐Resistant Cell Lines. European Journal of Inorganic Chemistry, 2018(22), 2524-2532.
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https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1002/ejic.201800194
The current study investigates [Ru(bipy)2(dpphen)]Cl2 [where bipy = 2,2′‐bipyridine and dpphen = 2,9‐diphenyl‐1,10‐phenanthroline] (complex 1) for photoactivatable chemotherapy (PACT) application on five cancer cell lines. [Ru(bipy)2(phen)]Cl2 [where phen = 1,10‐phenanthroline] (complex 2) was included as an unstrained control. Upon excitation with visible light, complex 2 proved to be photostable while complex 1 underwent a quantitative dissociation of the bipy ligand and formation of a RuII polypyridyl aqua complex in water. Complex 1 demonstrated only marginal activity in the dark; its cytotoxicity increased significantly upon photoactivation with a high phototoxicity index (PI = [IC50 dark]/[IC50 light]) ranging from 39.2‐fold in A549 to over 100‐fold in MDA‐MB‐231. Complex 2, on the other hand, did not show much difference in anticancer activity between dark and light conditions. Importantly, the IC50 of the photoproduct of complex 1 was several folds lower than that of cisplatin in all tested cell lines. Furthermore, the dissociating ligand (bipy) was biologically inert in almost all cell lines investigated confirming that phototoxicity was mediated primarily by the Ru aqua complex that is released upon irradiation. In conclusion, the Ru‐centered complex 1 could represent a potential photoactivatable chemotherapeutic drug that increases selectivity to tumors and offers alternative treatment in the light of increasing cisplatin resistance.
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Photoactivatable RuII Complex Bearing 2,9‐Diphenyl‐1,10‐phenanthroline: Unusual Photochemistry and Significant Potency on Cisplatin‐Resistant Cell Lines
Article
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SON
SOP
199590020
199190130
200901968
200703859
200501196
Natural Sciences
mmroueh@lau.edu.lb
cdaher@lau.edu.lb
robin.taleb@lau.edu.lb
mirvat.elsibai@lau.edu.lb
rony.khnayzer@lau.edu.lb
Lebanese American University
European Journal of Inorganic Chemistry
2018
22
2524-2532
https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1572-7133
https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8275-7263
https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8033-6951
https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4084-6759
https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7775-0027
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/113682021-03-19T10:47:37Zcom_10725_2057col_10725_2079
Benton, David C.
Cleghorn, Jim
Coghlan, Anne
Damgaard, Gloria
Doumit, Myrna A.A.
2019-10-04T07:09:28Z
2019-10-04T07:09:28Z
2019
2019-10-04
2155-8264
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/11368
https://doi.org/10.1016/S2155-8256(19)30120-6
Benton, D. C., Cleghorn, J., Coghlan, A., Damgaard, G., Doumit, M. A., George, J. L., ... & Nyante, F. (2019). Acting in the Public Interest: Learnings and Commentary on the Occupational Licensure Literature. Journal of Nursing Regulation, 10(2), S1-S40.
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https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2155825619301206
There is increased interest in reforming the way occupations are licensed. However, most of the current dialogue focuses on the rapid growth in the number of people who need a license to pursue their chosen occupation. Consequently, significant questions are being raised as to the appropriateness of such requirements for groups that do not appear to present any tangible threat to public safety. Recent research has demonstrated that health professions have failed to articulate the need and value for licensure and how health regulators are addressing the many concerns being raised by the current debate.
This study identifies dimensions or aspects of nurse licensure congruent with acting in the public interest and starts to curate (ie, to select, organize, and present) evidence related to each dimension, thereby identifying the current impact and highlighting opportunities for further research. This study utilizes a mixed-methods approach that combines documentary analysis, focus group discussion, and related literature associated with the various dimensions of acting in the public interest to highlight how nurse licensure addresses the current drivers for regulatory reform.
A total of 99 documentary sources (ie, papers, articles, reports, and opinion editorials) were uploaded to NVivo 11 Plus for analysis. The analysis generated four overarching themes: (a) licensure reform, (b) impact of occupational associations, (c) occupational licensure issues, and (d) contemporary issues. Associated with these themes, 22 subthemes were also identified.
The findings demonstrate there is clear evidence to support the fact that nurse regulators are acting in the public interest. However, further research is needed to provide definitive evidence to inform best practices in regulation and to offer direction for improved nurse regulatory reform. Furthermore, it is suggested that nurse regulators create and effectively maintain a global community capable of learning from one another and driving continuous improvement to better serve the public.
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Acting in the public interest
learnings and commentary on the occupational licensure literature
Article
SON
2010050174
N/A
myrna.doumit@lau.edu.lb
Lebanese American University
Journal of Nursing Regulation
10
2
S1-S40
Legislation
Occupational Licensure
Professional Regulation
Public Interest
Regulatory Boards
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/113692021-03-19T10:47:37Zcom_10725_2057col_10725_2079
Doumit, Myrna A.A.
Rahi, Amal C.
Saab, Raya
Majdalani, Marianne
2019-10-04T07:41:24Z
2019-10-04T07:41:24Z
2019
2019-10-04
1532-2122
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/11369
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ejon.2018.12.009
Doumit, M. A., Rahi, A. C., Saab, R., & Majdalani, M. (2019). Spirituality among parents of children with cancer in a Middle Eastern country. European Journal of Oncology Nursing, 39, 21-27.
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https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1462388918301637#kwrds0010
Purpose
Family caregivers of children with cancer face emotional, psychological, and spiritual challenges coping with their child's illness. For ensuring comprehensive multidisciplinary pediatric care, there is a need to understand and define what spirituality means for them in relation to their child's illness. The purpose of this study is to understand the meaning of spirituality for parents of cancer patients in Lebanon.
Methods
This qualitative study followed the Heideggerian interpretive phenomenological method. Through purposeful sampling, 11 parents (mother or father) of children with cancer receiving treatment at a tertiary care center in Beirut, Lebanon were interviewed. Data were analyzed following the hermeneutical process as described by Diekelmann and Ironside (1998).
Results
A constitutive pattern and overarching theme, “spirituality is a two-level relationship. It is a relation with God and with people. It is the act of receiving and giving back” and five major themes emerged from the data. These were "Being there for me; " "Connectedness with other parents is a blessing and a torment; " "The power of knowing; " "Communication with Unknown" and "Spirituality is not religiosity".
Conclusion
Lebanese parents of children with cancer defined the elements of their own spirituality. Relational aspects dominated and communication was an important factor. Implications for practice: This is the first study in the Middle East to address the meaning of spirituality in this population, and would pave the way for a customized palliative care program and integrative approach to patient care.
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Spirituality among parents of children with cancer in a Middle Eastern country
Article
SON
201005174
N/A
myrna.doumit@lau.edu.lb
Lebanese American University
European Journal of Oncology Nursing
39
21-27
Adaptation
Psychological
Cancer
Caregivers
Children
Hermeneutics
Lebanon
Palliative care
Qualitative study
Spirituality
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/113702021-03-19T10:47:37Zcom_10725_2057col_10725_2079
Clinton, Michael
Ezzeddine, Sawsan
Doumit, Myrna
Rizk, Ursula
Madi, Murielle
2019-10-04T07:48:36Z
2019-10-04T07:48:36Z
2018
2019-10-04
2158-2440
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/11370
https://doi.org/10.1177/2158244018820376
Clinton, M., Ezzeddine, S., Doumit, M., Rizk, U., & Madi, M. (2018). “Loving Nursing” and “Taking Responsibility”: Strategies for Transitioning to Practice in Lebanon. SAGE Open, 8(4), 2158244018820376.
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https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/full/10.1177/2158244018820376
Transitioning to practice is challenging for baccalaureate nursing students. In baccalaureate nursing programs, the process typically begins in the junior year. A Successful transition depends on how well students apply their developing knowledge during clinical placements. A cross-sectional, multisite, qualitative study was conducted at four universities in Greater Beirut, Lebanon. In total, 35 junior baccalaureate students participated in audio-recorded focus group discussions. Thematic analysis was used to analyze the data. Three themes were sufficient to summarize the students experiences: “being unprepared,” “learning unexpected lessons,” and “taking responsibility.” Three subthemes, revising expectations, discovering divergence, and self-monitoring, were used to clarify the unexpected lessons students learned during clinical placements and how students responded. “Loving nursing and protecting yourself,” making the most of every day, and doubting future readiness were subthemes within the “taking responsibility” theme. Students troubled by nursing practices that diverged from their expectations monitored themselves to avoid falling into poor practices and kept track of the nursing procedures they performed. Only by taking responsibility for their learning, could students develop the competencies they will need as registered nurses. Faculty, clinical instructors, hospital administrators, nurse managers, and registered nurses need to do more to support students to take control of their learning.
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“Loving nursing” and “taking responsibility”
strategies for transitioning to practice in Lebanon
Article
SON
201005174
N/A
myrna.doumit@lau.edu.lb
Lebanese American University
Sage Open
8
4
Nursing
Behavioral sciences
Nursing students
Clinical nursing education
Thematic analysis
Transition to practice
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/113712021-03-19T10:47:37Zcom_10725_2057col_10725_2079
Burmeister, Elizabeth A.
Kalisch, Beatrice J.
Xie, Boqin
Doumit, Myrna A.A.
Lee, Eunjoo
Ferraresion, Annamaria
Terzioglu, Fusun
Bragadottir, Helga
2019-10-04T08:56:40Z
2019-10-04T08:56:40Z
2018
2019-10-04
1365-2834
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/11371
https://doi.org/10.1111/jonm.12659
Burmeister, E. A., Kalisch, B. J., Xie, B., Doumit, M. A., Lee, E., Ferraresion, A., ... & Bragadóttir, H. (2019). Determinants of nurse absenteeism and intent to leave: An international study. Journal of nursing management, 27(1), 143-153.
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https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1111/jonm.12659
Aim
To determine factors associated with nurses’ intent to leave their positions and absenteeism.
Background
There is a recognized global shortage of nurses but limited data describing and determining factors associated with nurse absenteeism and intent to leave.
Methods
This study involved a secondary analysis of the results from direct‐care registered nurses’ responses to the MISSCARE Survey, with data from seven countries included. Multi‐level modelling was used to determine nurse characteristics and working environment factors associated with nurse absenteeism and intent to leave.
Results
The level of absenteeism and intent to leave varied significantly across countries, with registered nurses in Lebanon reporting the highest intention to leave within 12 months (43%) and registered nurses in Iceland and Australia the highest level of absenteeism (74% and 73%, respectively). Factors associated with outcomes included perceived staffing adequacy of unit, job satisfaction, and age of the nurse.
Conclusions
A significant difference between countries was identified in nurse absenteeism and intent to leave. Increased perception of unit staffing inadequacy, lower job satisfaction, less nurse experience, and younger age were significant contributors to nurse absenteeism and intent to leave.
Implications for Nursing Management
These findings suggest that regardless of country and hospital, by ensuring that units are adequately staffed and increasing job satisfaction, younger, less experienced nurses can be retained and absenteeism reduced.
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Determinants of nurse absenteeism and intent to leave: An international study
Article
SON
201005174
N/A
myrna.doumit@lau.edu.lb
Lebanese American University
Journal of Nursing Management
27
1
143-153
Absenteeism
Intent‐to‐leave
Job satisfaction
Nursing
Staffing
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/113722021-03-19T10:47:37Zcom_10725_2057col_10725_2079
Bar-Sela, Gil
Schultz, Michael J.
Elshamy, Karima
Rassoul, Maryam
Ben-Arye, Eran
Doumit, Myrna
2019-10-04T09:03:01Z
2019-10-04T09:03:01Z
2019
2019-10-04
1478-9523
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/11372
https://doi.org/10.1017/S147895151800055X
Bar-Sela, G., Schultz, M. J., Elshamy, K., Rassouli, M., Ben-Arye, E., Doumit, M., ... & Ozalp, G. (2019). Training for awareness of one's own spirituality: A key factor in overcoming barriers to the provision of spiritual care to advanced cancer patients by doctors and nurses. Palliative & supportive care, 17(3), 345-352.
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https://www.cambridge.org/core/journals/palliative-and-supportive-care/article/training-for-awareness-of-ones-own-spirituality-a-key-factor-in-overcoming-barriers-to-the-provision-of-spiritual-care-to-advanced-cancer-patients-by-doctors-and-nurses/62C63C72E686A5C6FA257B9CDABC4879
Objective
When patients feel spiritually supported by staff, we find increased use of hospice and reduced use of aggressive treatments at end of life, yet substantial barriers to staff spiritual care provision still exist. We aimed to study these barriers in a new cultural context and analyzed a new subgroup with “unrealized potential” for improved spiritual care provision: those who are positively inclined toward spiritual care yet do not themselves provide it.
Method
We distributed the Religion and Spirituality in Cancer Care Study via the Middle East Cancer Consortium to physicians and nurses caring for advanced cancer patients. Survey items included how often spiritual care should be provided, how often respondents themselves provide it, and perceived barriers to spiritual care provision.
Result
We had 770 respondents (40% physicians, 60% nurses) from 14 Middle Eastern countries. The results showed that 82% of respondents think staff should provide spiritual care at least occasionally, but 44% provide spiritual care less often than they think they should. In multivariable analysis of respondents who valued spiritual care yet did not themselves provide it to their most recent patients, predictors included low personal sense of being spiritual (p < 0.001) and not having received training (p = 0.02; only 22% received training). How “developed” a country is negatively predicted spiritual care provision (p < 0.001). Self-perceived barriers were quite similar across cultures.
Significance of results
Despite relatively high levels of spiritual care provision, we see a gap between desirability and actual provision. Seeing oneself as not spiritual or only slightly spiritual is a key factor demonstrably associated with not providing spiritual care. Efforts to increase spiritual care provision should target those in favor of spiritual care provision, promoting training that helps participants consider their own spirituality and the role that it plays in their personal and professional lives.
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Training for awareness of one's own spirituality
a key factor in overcoming barriers to the provision of spiritual care to advanced cancer patients by doctors and nurses
Article
SON
201005174
N/A
myrna.doumit@lau.edu.lb
Lebanese American University
Palliative & Supportive Care
17
3
345-352
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/113732021-03-19T10:47:37Zcom_10725_2057col_10725_2079
Clinton, Michael
Madi, Murielle
Doumit, Myrna
Ezzeddine, Sawsan
Rizk, Ursula
2019-10-04T09:11:42Z
2019-10-04T09:11:42Z
2018
2019-10-04
2158-2440
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/11373
https://doi.org/10.1177/2158244018782565
Clinton, M., Madi, M., Doumit, M., Ezzeddine, S., & Rizk, U. (2018). “My Greatest Fear Is Becoming a Robot”: The Paradox of Transitioning to Nursing Practice in Lebanon. SAGE Open, 8(2),1-10.
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https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/full/10.1177/2158244018782565
We investigated the challenges final-year nursing students (FYNSs) and first-year registered nurses (FYRNs) face as they transition to nursing practice in Lebanon. Our purpose was to understand the challenges of transition from the perspective of FYNS and FYRNs. We conducted focus group discussions with FYNSs and FYRNs recruited from four leading universities. Thematic analysis identified an unexpected paradox that has implications for quality of nursing care and retention of graduates. While humanoids are marketed to communicate empathically with patients, FYNSs in Lebanon struggle to resist becoming robots
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“My greatest fear is becoming a robot”
the paradox of transitioning to nursing practice in Lebanon
Article
SON
201005174
N/A
myrna.doumit@lau.edu.lb
Lebanese American University
Sage Open
1-10
Robotics
Trends
Technology
Assistive
Education
Nursing
Empathy
Coping
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Doumit, Myrna A.A.
Farhood, Laila F.
Hamady, Carmen
2019-10-04T09:36:13Z
2019-10-04T09:36:13Z
2017
2019-10-04
1552-7832
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/11374
https://doi.org/10.1177/1043659617700958
Doumit, M. A., Farhood, L. F., & Hamady, C. (2018). Focus Groups Investigating Mental Health Attitudes and Beliefs of Parents and Teachers in South Lebanon: Are They Culturally Determined?. Journal of Transcultural Nursing, 29(3), 240-248.
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https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/full/10.1177/1043659617700958
Introduction: The wars that Lebanon had endured led to a devastating number of deaths, injuries, and displacements. Such tragedies have detrimentally affected its civilians psychologically. Purpose: To identify knowledge, attitudes, and practices of teachers and parents concerning child/adolescent mental health. Method: Using purposeful sampling, five focus groups were conducted with teachers and parents of students from elementary, middle, and secondary levels in two private hub schools in South Lebanon. Results: A total of 27 teachers and 18 parents participated separately in focus groups. Three themes emerged: (a) Mental health care is a priority for overall health, (b) Mental illness is a cultural taboo, and (c) There is a need for better education and cultural understanding about mental health. Discussion: This is the first study in Lebanon directly targeted at parents’ and teachers’ mental health concerns. Such findings will add to transcultural nursing knowledge about the importance of mental health care.
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Focus groups investigating mental health attitudes and beliefs of parents and teachers in South Lebanon
are they culturally determined?
Article
SON
201005174
N/A
myrna.doumit@lau.edu.lb
Lebanese American University
Journal of Transcultural Nursing
29
3
240-248
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/113752021-03-19T10:47:37Zcom_10725_2057col_10725_2079
Madi, Murielle
Clinton, Michael
Doumit, Myrna
Ezzeddine, Sawsan
Rizk, Ursula
2019-10-04T11:11:30Z
2019-10-04T11:11:30Z
2018
2019-10-04
1925-4059
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/11375
https://doi.org/10.5430/jnep.v8n6p38
Madi, M., Clinton, M., Doumit, M., Ezzeddine, S., & Rizk, U. (2018). Transitioning to nursing practice in Lebanon: Challenges in professional, occupational and cultural identity formation. Journal of Nursing Education and Practice, 8(6).
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The aim of this study was to identify the challenges graduates from three of Lebanon’s leading universities face as they transition from the role of student to first year registered nurse. Focus group discussions and one joint interview were conducted with 16 first year registered nurses transitioning to practice in university medical centers in Greater Beirut. Thematic analysis was used to summarize the challenges faced by the graduates. Initially, three descriptive themes were used to summarize the data: classroom learning, workplace realities, and “wanting a life”. Together the three themes indicted that classroom instruction of baccalaureate nursing students in Lebanon raises expectations for ideal practice that cannot be realized in clinical units with high workloads and nursing shortages. As a result, first year registered nurses are made to feel unwelcome unless they compromise their values and adapt quickly to the pace of work. The three initial themes were revised deductively from the perspective of ego-identity theory to explain the relationship between transitioning to nursing practice and identity formation in late adolescence and early adulthood. If the pressures of identity formation are not addressed, first year registered nurses in Lebanon will be at risk for acquiescing to task-centered practice, abandoning bedside care for administrative roles, or leaving nursing. The evidence for this conclusion will interest nursing faculty, hospital administrators, nurse leaders, registered nurses, physicians, and nursing students.
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Transitioning to nursing practice in Lebanon
challenges in professional, occupational and cultural identity formation
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SON
201005174
N/A
myrna.doumit@lau.edu.lb
Lebanese American University
Journal of Nursing Education and Practice
8
6
38-47
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/113762021-03-19T10:47:37Zcom_10725_2057col_10725_2079
Doumit, Myrna A.A.
Fares, Suha
Arevian, Mary
2019-10-04T11:19:05Z
2019-10-04T11:19:05Z
2017
2019-10-04
1939-6163
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/11376
Doumit, M. A., Fares, S., & Arevian, M. (2017). Knowledge, practices, and attitudes of women toward breast cancer in Lebanon. American Journal of Hematology/Oncology®, 13(7).
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/articles.php
https://www.gotoper.com/publications/ajho/2017/2017july/knowledge-practices-and-attitudes-of-women-toward-breast-cancer-in-labanon
Breast cancer is a major public health concern that affects both developed and developing countries. Its annual incidence is rising globally, accounting for 12% of all new cancer cases and 25% of all cancers in women as of 2012. Breast cancer is responsible for the most frequent malignancy-causing deaths and cancer-related mortality and morbidity in women, an epidemiological profile mirrored in almost every country. However, in developing countries, where health literacy, access to care, and resources are all scarce, these numbers become particularly alarming. They contribute to major health disparities between the developed and developing worlds, especially in that most women in developing nations who develop breast cancer seek healthcare only when the cancer is at an advanced stage.
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SON
201005174
N/A
myrna.doumit@lau.edu.lb
Lebanese American University
American Journal of Hematology Oncology
13
7
21-28
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/113772021-03-19T10:47:37Zcom_10725_2057col_10725_2079
Doumit, Myrna A.A.
Khoury, May Naifeh
2019-10-04T11:30:31Z
2019-10-04T11:30:31Z
2017
2019-10-04
1540-7586
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/11377
https://doi.org/10.1080/07347332.2017.1283654
Doumit, M. A., & Khoury, M. N. (2017). Facilitating and hindering factors for coping with the experience of having a child with cancer: A Lebanese perspective. Journal of psychosocial oncology, 35(3), 346-361.
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/articles.php
https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/07347332.2017.1283654
Background: Families with a child with cancer face significant emotional and psychosocial stressors. The frequency of childhood cancer is increasing in Lebanon with more than 282 children diagnosed each year. This condition is reported to evoke a range of challenging emotions for parents, yet no studies have been conducted on the facilitating and hindering factors that affect Lebanese parents coping with a child with cancer. Objectives: The purpose of the study was to gain an in-depth understanding of factors facilitating and hindering coping methods of Lebanese parents with a child with cancer. Methods: The study followed purposeful sampling and saturation principles in which 12 parents (mother or father) of a child were interviewed. Data were analyzed following the Utrecht School of phenomenology. Results: Helpful and harmful experiences emerged through the coding process. The enabling factors were social/family support; talking about it; strong religious beliefs; and the communication style of health workers. On the other hand, the deterring factors were the waiting time and the hospital stay; changes in the couple's relationship; and sibling rivalry. Conclusion: These results could be used as the basis for additional research aimed at developing a structured approach to care that endorses the coping processes of Lebanese parents with a child with cancer. Implications for clinical practice: Nursing and medical staff need to be conscious of parents' coping strategies and their impact on family dynamics and the relationship between the family and the health care team.
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Facilitating and hindering factors for coping with the experience of having a child with cancer
a lebanese perspective
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SON
201005174
N/A
myrna.doumit@lau.edu.lb
Lebanese American University
Journal of Psychosocial Oncology
35
3
346-361
Cancer
Coping
Culture
Parents
Phenomenology
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/113782021-03-19T10:47:37Zcom_10725_2057col_10725_2079
Bar_Sela, G.
Schultz, M.
Khader, K.
Rassouli, M.
Doumit, M.
Ghrayeb, R.
2019-10-04T11:47:28Z
2019-10-04T11:47:28Z
2016
2019-10-04
1569-8041
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/11378
https://doi.org/10.1093/annonc/mdw384.13
Bar-Sela, G., Schultz, M., Khader, K., Rassouli, M., Doumit, M., Ghrayeb, I., ... & Charalambous, H. (2016). Provision of spiritual care to advanced cancer patients by doctors and nurses in the Middle East. Annals of Oncology, 27(suppl_6).
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/articles.php
https://academic.oup.com/annonc/article/27/suppl_6/1312P/2800208/
Background: In the US, ∼75% of advanced cancer patients want doctors and nurses to provide some spiritual care, and a similar percentage of staff believe they should do so. When patients feel spiritually supported by staff, we find a higher QoL, increased use of hospice, and reduced use of aggressive treatments in EoL. Yet only ∼25% of patients actually receive spiritual care, a service gap that bears understanding and addressing. Relatively little is known about staff spiritual care provision in the Middle East, which the present study aims to address.
Methods: We distributed the Religion and Spirituality in Cancer Care Study via the Middle East Cancer Consortium to physicians and nurses caring for advanced cancer patients. Survey items include how often respondents think members of their profession should provide spiritual care, how often they themselves do so in practice, and their perceived barriers to spiritual care provision.
Results: We had 770 respondents (40% physicians, 60% nurses) from 14 Middle Eastern countries. Eighty percent of respondents think staff should provide patients with spiritual care at least occasionally, but 44% provide spiritual care less often than they think they should. Of their last three incurable patients, respondents offered some form of spiritual care to 47%. In a multivariate analysis (MVA), predictors of spiritual care provision include spirituality, nurses more than doctors, and working in palliative care. How "developed" a country is (following the rankings of the Human Development Index) actually negatively predicts spiritual care provision (p < 0.001). Staff most commonly cite lack of time (67%) and of private space (58%) as reasons they provide spiritual care less often than they think they should. Yet in MVA vs. actual spiritual care provision, these reasons did not correlate with non-care provision. Only the third most commonly cited reason, lack of adequate training (55%), remained significant in the MVA (p = 0.004).
Conclusions: Staff spiritual care provision in the Middle East is higher than in the US, but we still see a large gap between its desirability and its actual provision. The greatest barrier to spiritual care provision in practice is lack of training, which only 22% received.
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SON
201005174
N/A
myrna.doumit@lau.edu.lb
Lebanese American University
Annals of Oncology
27
Supplement 6
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Farra, Anna
Zeenny, Rony
Nasser, Soumana
Asmar, Nadia
Milane, Aline
Bassil, Maya
Haidar, Mona
Habre, Maha
Zeeni, Nadine
Hoffart, Nancy
2019-10-15T07:53:54Z
2019-10-15T07:53:54Z
2018
2019-10-15
1687-1634
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/11446
https://doi.org/10.26719/2018.24.9.914
Farra, A., Zeenny, R., Nasser, S., Asmar, N., Milane, A., Bassil, M., ... & Hoffart, N. (2018). Implementing an interprofessional education programme in Lebanon: overcoming challenges. Eastern Mediterranean Health Journal, 24(9), 914.
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/articles.php
http://applications.emro.who.int/emhj/v24/09/EMHJ_2018_24_09_914_921.pdf
Background: The Lebanese American University has a well-functioning inter-professional education (IPE) programme;
this is a fundamental pedagogical approach in healthcare education in which students from different professions learn
together, ultimately leading to improving the skills of the health care workforce and thus improving patient outcomes.
The programme includes nursing, nutrition, medicine, pharmacy and social work students, and has now been running
for 6 years.
Aims: This paper aims at describing the implementation of an IPE programme in Lebanon by focusing on how to overcome the main challenges.
Methods: We describe our experience using the categories of challenges developed by Sunguya et al. (2014), where they
analysed published reports of IPE programmes in developed countries. We identified three additional challenges that
might be relevant throughout the Middle East/North Africa (MENA) region or in countries with similar socioeconomic
characteristics.
Results: The challenges encountered in designing and implementing the IPE programme were similar to other programmes: curriculum, leadership, resources, stereotypes and attitudes, variety of students, IPE concept, teaching, enthusiasm, professional jargon and accreditation as well as assessment of learning, security and logistics.
Conclusions: This paper provides data and successful strategies that can be used by planned or implemented programmes
in similar socioeconomic contexts in the MENA region.
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overcoming challenges
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Pharmaceutical Sciences
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aline.milane@lau.edu.lb
mbassil@lau.edu.lb
maha.habre@lau.edu.lb
nadine.zeeni@lau.edu.lb
Lebanese American University
Eastern Mediterranean Health Journal
24
9
914-921
Interprofessional education
Curriculum
Health care
Workforce
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oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/114742024-03-12T12:22:44Zcom_10725_2057col_10725_2079
Kazandjian, Chant
Militello, Lisa K.
Doumit, Rita
2019-10-17T06:10:14Z
2019-10-17T06:10:14Z
2020
2019-10-17
1573-2789
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/11474
https://doi.org/10.1007/s10597-019-00453-1
Kazandjian, C., Militello, L. K., & Doumit, R. (2020). Sex differences on quality of life and mental health outcomes when using a brief cognitive-behavioral skill building intervention with adolescent Syrian refugees: a secondary analysis. Community mental health journal, 56(1), 157-164.
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/articles.php
https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007%2Fs10597-019-00453-1
Little is known about how sex as a biological variable may contribute to differences in quality of life (QOL) and mental health outcomes following a brief intervention among adolescent Syrian refugees. This paper explores the results of a secondary data analysis to investigate differences by sex on self-reported QOL and mental health outcomes among Syrian refugees who participated in a 7-session cognitive behavioral skills building intervention. A one group pretest–posttest design was used to deliver the intervention to 31 adolescent refugees (13–17 years; 15 male, and 16 female). At baseline, there were no significant differences between males and females on mean scores of depression, anxiety, or QOL. Post-intervention, self-reported scores for QOL and mental health were significantly different between sexes. Males demonstrated a significant decrease in anxiety scores compared to females. Among males only, significant decreases in depression and anxiety scores were observed with significant improvement in total QOL.
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Sex differences on quality of life and mental health outcomes when using a brief cognitive-behavioral skill building intervention with adolescent Syrian refugees: a secondary analysis
Article
SON
200200810
N/A
rita.doumit@lau.edu.lb
Lebanese American University
Community Mental Health Journal
56
1
157-164
Adolescent anxiety depression quality of life
Mental health
Refugees
https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1374-2751
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/115062021-03-19T10:47:38Zcom_10725_2057col_10725_2079
Long, J.D.
Doumit, R.
Boswell, C.
O'Boyle, M.
Rogers, T.
Hou, J.
2019-11-08T07:12:30Z
2019-11-08T07:12:30Z
2019
2019-11-08
1741-6787
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/11506
Long, J. D., Dodd, S., Doumit, R., Boswell, C., O’Boyle, M., Rogers, T. and Hou, J. (2019). Neural Mechanisms and Behavioral Dimensions of Dietary Choice Revealed by fMRI: An Integrative Research Review. Worldviews on Evidence-Based Nursing
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/articles.php
Background: Emerging findings from neuroimaging studies investigating brain activity associated with dietary behavior are illuminating the interaction of biological and behavioral mechanisms that have implications for obesity prevention. Globally, 1.9 billion adults are overweight and 650 million are obese. Obesity/overweight are major risk factors for chronic illness and death. Behaviorally based health interventions have had limited success in curbing the obesity epidemic. Greater understanding of brain responses to food cues will contribute to new knowledge and shape public health efforts in obesity prevention. However, an integration of this knowledge for obesity prevention education has not been published.
Aim: This study links evidence generated by brain imaging studies generated in response to diet and food images and highlights educational recommendations for nurses engaged in obesity prevention and weight-loss education.
Method: An integrative review of the literature was conducted using the MeSH key words “magnetic resonance imaging” and “diet” and “food images” in PubMed, MEDLINE Complete, CINAHL and Cochrane databases from their first appearance in 2006 through March 2018. Studies published in English and using fMRI to measure brain response to diet and food images were initially identified. Animal models, those whose primary focus was a specific disease and intervention studies were excluded.
Results: Of the 159 studies located, 26 met inclusion criteria. Findings from neuroimaging studies may help explain the relationship between brain mechanisms and behavioral aspects of dietary choice and inform patient education in obesity prevention. Awareness of this evidence is applicable within nursing educational efforts. This review contributes several recommendations which should be purposefully considered by nurses providing individualized weight-loss education and obesity prevention.
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Neural mechanisms and behavioral dimensions of dietary choice revealed by FMRI
an integrative research review
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SON
200200810
N/A
rita.doumit@lau.edu.lb
Lebanese American University
Worldviews on Evidence-Based Nursing
Obesity
Prevention
Patient education
Evidence based-practice
Neurology
Nutrition
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2023-03-16
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oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/154142024-03-12T10:05:47Zcom_10725_2057col_10725_2079
Long, JoAnn D.
Dodd, Sara L.
Doumit, Rita
Boswell, Carol
O’Boyle, Michael W.
Rogers, Toby
2024-03-12T10:05:35Z
2024-03-12T10:05:35Z
2020
2024-03-12
1545-102X
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/15414
https://doi.org/10.1111/wvn.12424
Long, J. D., Dodd, S. L., Doumit, R., Boswell, C., O’Boyle, M. W., & Rogers, T. (2020). Integrative review of dietary choice revealed by fMRI: considerations for obesity prevention and weight‐loss education. Worldviews on Evidence‐Based Nursing, 17(2), 151-157.
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/articles.php
https://sigmapubs.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1111/wvn.12424
Background
Emerging findings from neuroimaging studies investigating brain activity associated with dietary behavior are illuminating the interaction of biological and behavioral mechanisms that have implications for obesity prevention. Globally, A total of 1.9 billion adults are overweight, and 650 million are obese. Obesity and being overweight are major risk factors for chronic illness and death. Behaviorally based health interventions have had limited success in curbing the obesity epidemic. Greater understanding of brain responses to food cues will contribute to new knowledge and shape public health efforts in obesity prevention. However, an integration of this knowledge for obesity prevention education has not been published.
Aims
This study links evidence generated from brain activation studies generated in response to diet and food images and highlights educational recommendations for nurses engaged in obesity prevention and weight-loss education.
Methods
An integrative review of the literature was conducted using the MeSH keywords “magnetic resonance imaging,” “diet,” and “food images” in PubMed, MEDLINE Complete, CINAHL, and Cochrane databases from their first appearance in 2006 through March 2018. Studies published in English and using functional magnetic resonance imaging to measure brain response to diet, and food images were initially identified. Animal models, those whose primary focus was a specific disease, and intervention studies were excluded.
Results
Of 159 studies identified, 26 met inclusion criteria. Findings from neuroimaging studies may help explain the relationship between brain mechanisms and behavioral aspects of dietary choice and inform patient education in obesity prevention. Awareness of this evidence is applicable to nursing education efforts. This review contributes several recommendations that should be considered by nurses providing individualized weight-loss education.
Linking Evidence to Action
Nurses engaged in patient education for obesity prevention should consider personalized interventions that cultivate internal awareness for dietary adherence, self-care, exercise, hydration, and mood state; avoid using caloric deprivation approaches, such as skipping breakfast, for weight-loss interventions; and note the importance of individualized obesity prevention and weight-loss education.
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Article
SON
200200810
N/A
rita.doumit@lau.edu.lb
Lebanese American University
Worldviews on Evidence-Based Nursing
17
2
151-157
https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1374-2751
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/154382024-03-18T12:42:56Zcom_10725_2057col_10725_2079
Davis, Beena
Badr, Lina K.
Dee, Vivien
Fongwa, Marie N.
Doumit, Rita
2024-03-18T12:42:45Z
2024-03-18T12:42:45Z
2021
2024-03-18
0148-4834
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/15438
https://doi.org/10.3928/01484834-20210708-03
Davis, B., Badr, L. K., Dee, V., Fongwa, M. N., & Doumit, R. (2021). Comparison of health-promoting behaviors of nursing students from different racial/ethnic groups. Journal of Nursing Education, 60(9), 500-508.
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/articles.php
https://journals.healio.com/doi/abs/10.3928/01484834-20210708-03
BACKGROUND:Despite the known benefits of maintaining a healthy lifestyle in preventing many health-related issues, few nursing students practice health-promoting behaviors (HPB).
METHOD:This cross-sectional, descriptive, correlational study included 866 undergraduate nursing students who were members of the National Student Nurses' Association.
RESULTS:The difference in mean Health-Promoting Lifestyle Profile-II scores between White people and Asian Americans was statistically significant (F [4, 861]) = 2.95, p = .019). The difference in the mean self-efficacy scores between Black people and Asian Americans also was statistically significant (F [4, 861] = 4.41, p = .002). The regression model was significant (F [1, 862] = 6.683, p = .001, R2 =.235)], and self-efficacy (β = .457, t = 15.178, p = .001) significantly predicted nursing students' HPB.
CONCLUSION:The differences between racial/ethnic groups noted in this study indicate nursing faculty need to render culturally sensitive interventions to promote self-efficacy and HPB among undergraduate nursing students.
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SON
200200810
N/A
rita.doumit@lau.edu.lb
Lebanese American University
Journal of Nursing Education
60
9
500-508
https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1374-2751
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Doumit, Rita
Habre, Maha
Cattan, Rebecca
Abi Kharma, Joelle
Davis, Beena
2024-03-18T12:52:28Z
2024-03-18T12:52:28Z
2022
2024-03-18
1545-102X
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/15439
https://doi.org/10.1111/wvn.12590
Doumit, R., Habre, M., Cattan, R., Abi Kharma, J., & Davis, B. (2022). Health‐promoting behaviors and self‐efficacy among nursing students in times of uncertainty. Worldviews on Evidence‐Based Nursing, 19(6), 500-507.
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/articles.php
https://sigmapubs.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1111/wvn.12590
Background
Nursing students are often faced with academic and personal stressors that threaten their Health-Promoting Behaviors (HPB) and well-being. Research on how living in a context of high political uncertainty can impact nursing students' HPB is limited. The aim of this study was to investigate the associations between HPB and self-efficacy among nursing students in a context of high political uncertainty.
Methods
This was a cross-sectional, descriptive study that included 120 undergraduate nursing students from Lebanon who completed an electronic self-reported questionnaire.
Results
The results indicated that HPB measured by HPLP-II scores were negatively correlated with overall uncertainty scores (r = −.29, p < .01) and positively correlated with the General Self-Efficacy (GSE) scale scores (r = .41, p < .001). Results from the multiple linear regression model indicated that physical activity frequency and GSE were independent predictors of the total health-promoting lifestyle profile and the model explained 30.28% of the variance in the total HPLP-II scale.
Linking Evidence to Action
This study further emphasizes the importance of regular physical activity (at least 3 h a week) as a strategy to improve HPB among nursing students. Culturally sensitive strategies that aim to enhance HPB should be embedded in undergraduate nursing curricula. Public health nurses and university counselors should join efforts to develop strategies to maintain or enhance self-efficacy and to promote regular physical activity among nursing students. Future research should further study the association between self-efficacy, resilience, and uncertainty in contexts of ongoing conflicts.
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200200810
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rita.doumit@lau.edu.lb
Lebanese American University
Worldviews on Evidence-Based Nursing
19
6
500-507
https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1374-2751
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Davis, Beena
Badr, Lina K.
Doumit, Rita
2024-03-18T13:10:55Z
2024-03-18T13:10:55Z
2022
2024-03-18
1545-102X
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/15440
https://doi.org/10.1111/wvn.12551
Davis, B., Badr, L. K., & Doumit, R. (2022). Health‐promoting behaviors among American and Lebanese nursing students. Worldviews on Evidence‐Based Nursing, 19(1), 73-80.
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/articles.php
https://sigmapubs.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1111/wvn.12551
Background
Although there are well-known benefits of maintaining a healthy lifestyle, few nursing students practice health-promoting behaviors (HPBs).
Aims
The aim of this study was to compare the HPBs of undergraduate nursing students from two different cultures—the United States of America (U.S.), a high-income country, and Lebanon, a low-income country.
Methods
A cross-sectional, descriptive study included 320 undergraduate nursing students, of which 200 were from the U.S. and 120 were from Lebanon.
Results
The results indicated significant differences between the groups in their HPBs, as measured by the total Health-Promoting Lifestyle Profile-II score of t(318) = 6.66, p = .001, and its subscales of health responsibility, t(318) = 5.06, p = .001; physical activity, t(318) = 6.29, p = .001; interpersonal relations, t(318) = 4.24, p = .001; nutrition, t(318) = 3.54, p = .001; spiritual growth, t (318) = 3.05, p = .002; and stress management, t(318) = 3, p = .003.
Linking Evidence to Action
The significant differences in HPBs of nursing students from two different countries indicated that cultural factors may influence students’ healthy lifestyle. Therefore, nursing education should consider exploring strategies that promote student participation in health-promoting activities.
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Worldviews on Evidence-Based Nursing
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73-80
https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1374-2751
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/154412024-03-21T07:48:35Zcom_10725_2057col_10725_2079
Majorin, Fiona
Anika, Jain
El Haddad, Christine
Zinyandu, Eddington
Gharzeddine, Ghassan
Chitando, Mutsawashe
Maalouf, Aline
Sithole, Ntandoyenkosi
Doumit, Rita
2024-03-18T13:27:35Z
2024-03-18T13:27:35Z
2023
2024-03-18
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/15441
https://doi.org/10.21203/rs.3.rs-2986305/v1
Majorin, F., Jain, A., El Haddad, C., Zinyandu, E., Gharzeddine, G., Chitando, M., ... & White, S. (2023). Using the Community Perception Tracker to inform COVID-19 response in Lebanon and Zimbabwe: A qualitative methods evaluation.
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/articles.php
https://www.researchsquare.com/article/rs-2986305/v1
Background
Despite the recognized importance of community engagement during disease outbreaks, methods describing how to operationalise engagement are lacking. The Community Perception Tracker (CPT) was designed by Oxfam to systematically record real-time information on disease perceptions and outbreak response actions in order to adapt programmes.
Methods
We conducted a phased, qualitative methods, process evaluation in Zimbabwe and Lebanon to understand whether the CPT approach was a feasible way to incorporate community perceptions into COVID-19 response programming and whether this resulted in more relevant programming. We conducted 3 rounds of interviews with 15 staff using the CPT, analysed programmatic data, and conducted multiple rounds of phone-based interviews with outbreak-affected populations (50 participants per country). Qualitative data were thematically analysed and quantitative data descriptively summarized.
Results
Initially CPT implementing staff struggled to differentiate how the CPT differed from other monitoring tools that they were familiar with and felt that the training did not convey the full process and its value. However, with practise, collaboration and iterative improvements to the recommended CPT steps, staff found the process to be feasible and a significant value-add to their programming. Staff initially focused more on quantitively summarizing perceptions but eventually developed processes for maximizing the qualitative data on perceptions too. Trends emerging from the CPT led to frequent programmatic tweaks to COVID-19 messaging and product distributions. Emergent trends in perceptions also led staff to work cross-sectorally and advocate to other actors on behalf of populations. Outbreak-affected populations exposed to the programmes reported high levels of knowledge about COVID-19 and reported they practiced preventative behaviours, although this waned with time. Most population members also felt the COVID-19 programmes were relevant to their needs and said that non-government organisations were a trusted source of information.
Conclusions
The CPT appears to be a promising approach for ensuring that community engagement is undertaken systematically and that community perspectives are actively incorporated to improve programming. While crisis-affected populations generally found the programmes to be useful and relevant and to have influenced their knowledge and behaviours, it is not possible to attribute this to the CPT approach due to the study design.
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200200810
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rita.doumit@lau.edu.lb
Lebanese American University
Community engagement
COVID-19
Process evaluation
Zimbabwe
Lebanon
Perceptions
https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1374-2751
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Doumit, Rita
Velsor-Friedrich, Barbara
Penckofer, Sue
Egenes, Karen
Afifi, Rima
2024-03-18T13:50:45Z
2024-03-18T13:50:45Z
2013
2024-03-18
https://sigma.nursingrepository.org/handle/10755/303869
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/15442
Doumit, R., Velsor-Friedrich, B., Penckofer, S., egenes, K., Afifi, R. (2013). Stress, Coping and Well-Being in Lebanese Entering College Students.
Session presented on: Tuesday, July 23, 2013:
Purpose: A theoretical framework for adolescent coping has been developed but not tested in contexts of high uncertainty. This study aimed to test the applicability of the Seiffge-Krenke model to Lebanese entering college students.
Methods: A descriptive correlational cross-sectional design was used to explore the relationships of stress, uncertainty, resilience, religiosity, socioeconomic status, social support to coping and well-being in Lebanese newly admitted college students. A sample of 293 college students enrolled in a private university completed a self-reported survey.
Results: Results indicated that future, school, self, and parents were the most stressful situations experienced. Increased stress was correlated with low social support, low resilience and withdrawal coping. Stress related to self, resilience, uncertainty, social support, withdrawal coping and gender accounted for 54% of the variance in well-being.
Conclusion: Results provide a better understanding of predictors of well-being in Lebanese youth and are valuable in developing culturally sensitive interventions.
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