Dementia
Dementia poses significant challenges in long-term and post-acute care (LTPAC) settings, necessitating specialized approaches to ensure residents receive the best possible support. Comagine Health, a leading healthcare research and consulting organization, has highlighted the importance of understanding dementia and implementing person-centered care strategies to enhance quality of life and well-being
Epilepsy
Adolescents with epilepsy face unique challenges as they transition from pediatric to adult care, requiring a coordinated approach to self-management support. A recent study published in Heliyon has shed light on the readiness of pediatric nurses for evidence-based practice in this area. Researchers from Chongqing Medical University conducted a mixed-methods
Autism
Research at Stanford University has identified pressing service needs for adolescents and adults with profound autism in the United States. A recent study published in the Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders found that caregivers of individuals with profound autism face significant challenges in accessing regular socialization opportunities, primary health
Evidence-based medicine
A new study published in Rheumatology International has investigated the level of knowledge and adherence to Clinical Practice Guidelines on fibromyalgia among physiotherapists in Spain. The researchers, led by Mariano Gacto-Sanchez from the University of Murcia, conducted a cross-sectional study using an online survey to assess the knowledge, assessment, treatment,
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
Research from the University of Melbourne, Australia, has led to the development of a standardized core set of outcome measures for specific neurodevelopmental disorders, including attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). This breakthrough study emphasizes the importance of using evidence-based, reliable, and accessible measures to guide clinical decision-making in mental health. Key
