Publications by authors named "N P Lawrence"
Article Synopsis
- The study examines the experiences of Pacific peoples in Aotearoa New Zealand with cancer treatment, focusing on the disparities they face compared to other ethnic groups.
- Data were collected through interviews with Samoan and Tongan patients, revealing five significant themes: perceptions of cancer, the need for holistic support, importance of communication and trust, financial barriers to care, and the need for better representation in healthcare.
- The findings emphasize the necessity for improved oncology care models that address the unique cultural and systemic challenges faced by Pacific communities to enhance access and support.
Aim: To develop processes for the development of decentralised clinical trial methodology for Aotearoa New Zealand, focussing on equity of access to cancer clinical trials for Māori, Pacific people, vulnerable communities and those in rural settings.
Methods: A national steering committee supported by Te Aho o Te Kahu - Cancer Control Agency was formed to: guide the adaptation and implementation of overseas decentralised clinical trial models to suit the needs of Aotearoa New Zealand with an equity focus; provide high-level oversight and expertise for direction and development of policies, procedures and infrastructure compliant with ICH GCP R2; and implement a national strategy.
Results: Twelve standard operating procedures were developed, as well as a supervision plan and a glossary.
Food response inhibition training (food-RIT) is found to aid weight loss and reduce snacking of foods high in sugar, salt and fat. However, these interventions suffer from a lack of adherence, with gamification proposed as a solution to increase engagement. The effect of gamification is unclear, however, with a lack of research investigating the effects of single game elements in improving adherence to interventions.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground/aims: Inhibitory control training (ICT) is a cognitive intervention that has been suggested to reduce problematic appetitive behaviours, such as unhealthy eating and excessive alcohol consumption. We conducted a meta-analytic review of ICT for reducing appetitive behaviours.
Methods: Two meta-analyses were conducted for behavioural (objective) outcomes and self-report outcomes, along with 14 moderator analyses, and two secondary analyses investigating changes in cue-devaluation and inhibitory control.