{"title":"The Healing Power of Green Spaces: Combating Loneliness, Loss, and Isolation","authors":"J. McConatha, Katherine Ford, Carolyn Cusmano, Nicole Lyman, Melina McConatha, Jasmin Tahmaseb","doi":"10.29011/2577-0748.100076","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.29011/2577-0748.100076","url":null,"abstract":"This paper addresses the healing potential of natural spaces. The potential healing benefits of natural spaces are a powerful resource that has often been underutilized. Eco psychology is an emerging field that addresses the positive relationship between time spent outside and well-being. Access to nature, gardens, green and blue spaces have been found to improve physical and mental health and aid in coping with grief, loss, loneliness and isolation. Loneliness has been shown to have detrimental effects on physical and psychological health. It also reduces motivation for self-care, exercise","PeriodicalId":195412,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Geriatrics and Gerontology","volume":"1 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-11-29","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139211313","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"The Silent Struggles: A Comprehensive Review of Hormonal Effects on Swallowing Difficulty in Aging Women","authors":"","doi":"10.29011/2577-0748.100074","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.29011/2577-0748.100074","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":195412,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Geriatrics and Gerontology","volume":"13 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-11-27","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139231389","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Dementia Appraisal: Overview of Good Clinical Practices, Barriers, and Gaps for Integrated Care","authors":"","doi":"10.29011/2577-0748.100073","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.29011/2577-0748.100073","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":195412,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Geriatrics and Gerontology","volume":"2 2","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-11-20","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139258500","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
P. Harnett, Peter Williams, C. Heavey, S. Kennelly, Dei Conroy, Des Mulligan, Jennifer Hardiman, Sarah Barry
{"title":"A Case Study in Implementing Integrated Care for Older People in Ireland; Getting from Complex Challenge to Complex Adaptation","authors":"P. Harnett, Peter Williams, C. Heavey, S. Kennelly, Dei Conroy, Des Mulligan, Jennifer Hardiman, Sarah Barry","doi":"10.29011/2577-0748.100071","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.29011/2577-0748.100071","url":null,"abstract":"Case Study in Implementing Integrated Care for Older People in Ireland; Getting","PeriodicalId":195412,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Geriatrics and Gerontology","volume":"172 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-11-05","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139289045","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Assessment and Treatment of Pain in Dementia Patients","authors":"","doi":"10.29011/2577-0748.100067","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.29011/2577-0748.100067","url":null,"abstract":"Untreated or undertreated pain in dementia patients causes ineffective care and much suffering because pain identification, measurement, and management is difficult due to the different forms of dementia, other neurodegenerative processes, and the progressive worsening of verbal communication. Pain management requires continuous assessment and adjustment of treatments. There is a need for improved research and health education in the pain management of the elderly with dementia, a need for using shorter and quicker assessment scales, and for dedicating more time to understand their dementia problems to reduce the inequality of care given to them.","PeriodicalId":195412,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Geriatrics and Gerontology","volume":"54 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-09-22","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"136099079","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Triumphing in the Art of Aging: Key Determinants","authors":"","doi":"10.29011/2577-0748.100066","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.29011/2577-0748.100066","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":195412,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Geriatrics and Gerontology","volume":"32 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-09-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"134971177","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Triumphing in the Art of Aging: Key Determinants","authors":"","doi":"10.29011/25770748.100066","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.29011/25770748.100066","url":null,"abstract":"Owing to advancements in quality of life and healthcare accessibility across many societies, the elderly demographic has undergone a substantial increase. This phenomenon presents a considerable challenge, one that demands meticulous forethought and strategic response. This research endeavors to delve into the concept of thriving in old age, alongside the intricate web of influencing factors, serving as a foundational approach toward mitigating the complexities associated with aging. The accumulated outcomes of these studies underscore the existence of formidable barriers obstructing the path to prosperous aging. These obstacles warrant comprehensive interventions orchestrated by both the community and the elderly populace. It’s notable that successful aging is a multidimensional construct, with not all facets readily accessible to a majority of seniors. The contours of this achievement exhibit variability from individual to individual, defying uniformity. Tailoring strategies to achieve a fruitful elderly phase based on each senior’s unique circumstances is recommended, particularly considering the prevalence of chronic ailments and disabilities among older adults. Furthermore, a subset of this demographic harbors pessimistic viewpoints concerning the aging process","PeriodicalId":195412,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Geriatrics and Gerontology","volume":"3 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-09-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"134970180","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"On the Etiology and Characteristic of Pain in the Elderly Suffering from Dementia","authors":"","doi":"10.29011/2577-0748.100064","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.29011/2577-0748.100064","url":null,"abstract":"the Etiology and Characteristic of","PeriodicalId":195412,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Geriatrics and Gerontology","volume":"25 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-09-08","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"136363371","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"NADH in the Prevention and Treatment of Parkinson’s Disease: Mechanisms and Research Progress","authors":"","doi":"10.29011/2577-0748.100065","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.29011/2577-0748.100065","url":null,"abstract":"Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a neurodegenerative disorder characterized by the progressive loss of dopaminergic neurons in the substantia nigra, leading to motor and cognitive dysfunction. Recent studies have highlighted the potential of Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide (NADH) in the prevention and treatment of PD. This paper aims to summarize the current understanding of the pathogenesis of PD, the mechanism of NADH in treating PD, and the results of research conducted by various universities and institutions on NADH’s potential for treating or preventing the disease. NADH demonstrates its therapeutic potential through various mechanisms, including enhancing ATP production, exhibiting antioxidant properties, and modulating neurotransmitter systems. While preliminary results from clinical trials are encouraging, further research is needed to establish the optimal dosing, safety, and long-term efficacy of NADH in PD patients. This review emphasizes the need for large-scale, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trials to confirm NADH’s therapeutic potential in","PeriodicalId":195412,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Geriatrics and Gerontology","volume":"8 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-09-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"135096871","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
A. Stavropoulou, A. Kalaitzaki, Alexios Dimitropoulos, Michael Rovithis
{"title":"Fostering Interdisciplinary Research and Empowerment Strategies for Older People with Chronic Conditions. The EMPOWERED Project","authors":"A. Stavropoulou, A. Kalaitzaki, Alexios Dimitropoulos, Michael Rovithis","doi":"10.29011/2577-0748.100063","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.29011/2577-0748.100063","url":null,"abstract":"Interdisciplinary research is useful when answers to complex social problems are sought. As a method is praised for the multiple benefits that provides in the enlargement of scientific knowledge and interdisciplinary collaboration. The","PeriodicalId":195412,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Geriatrics and Gerontology","volume":"1 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-08-21","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"131080232","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}