Publications by authors named "N D Mendoza"
Background And Objectives: Grandparents raising grandchildren face many challenges and stress regardless of race and ethnicity; however, they are generally resilient. The present study aims to classify resilience profiles of these grandfamilies using a person-centered approach and examine the association of race and ethnicity with these profiles.
Research Design And Methods: The present study analyzed cross-sectional survey data collected from grandparents raising grandchildren in the United States (N = 287).
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View Article and Find Full Text PDFUnderstanding Grandparent Caregiving in Korean and U.S. Culture: An Analysis Using Role Theory.
Int J Aging Hum Dev
December 2024
This study explored grandparent caregiving experiences in Korea and the United States. Using a phenomenological approach, semi-structured interviews were conducted with 20 custodial grandparents (10 in Korea, 10 in the United States) to understand their lived experiences. Under the guidance of role theory, the caregivers' experiences were explained by themes of role consensus, role conformity, and role conflict.
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- The study examines changes in neurosurgical activity at an NHS institution from 2000 to 2023, focusing on patient caseloads and surgery types amidst rising consultant numbers and high waiting lists.
- It found that while inpatient procedures remained stable, outpatient cases and elective surgeries saw significant increases, especially during specific years, highlighting shifts in care delivery.
- The COVID-19 pandemic affected annual inpatient activity, causing a decrease, but there was a notable rebound in both inpatient and outpatient cases after the pandemic subsided.
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- Kidney diseases are linked to aging and the effects of decreased estrogen due to ovarian senescence, leading to reduced kidney function and increased cardiometabolic risks that can result in chronic kidney disease (CKD).
- CKD can negatively impact ovarian function in women during their reproductive years.
- An individualized menopause management approach for women with CKD includes hormone therapy based on personal preferences and cardiovascular risks, lifestyle modifications, regular monitoring, and tailored guidance for those with additional health issues.