Caregiver Burden and Desire for Institutional Placement-The Roles of Positive Aspects of Caregiving and Religious Coping.

Based on stress coping theory, this study investigated whether and how positive aspects of caregiving (PAC) and religiosity buffered the association between caregiving burden and desire to institutionalize (DTI). Secondary data (N = 637) were drawn from the baseline assessment of the Resources for Enhancing Alzheimer's Caregiver Health II project. Descriptive analysis, bivariate correlation, and multiple linear regressions were conducted.

Meta-analysis of Exercise Training on Vascular Endothelial Function in Cancer Survivors.

Cancer and cardiovascular disease (CVD) are leading causes of morbidity and mortality in the United States. Vascular endothelial dysfunction, an important contributor in the development of CVD, improves with exercise training in patients with CVD. However, the role of regular exercise to improve vascular function in cancer survivors remains equivocal.

Self-Determination Theory With Application to Employee Health Settings.

Occupational health nurses motivate employees to engage in healthy behaviors. Both clinicians and researchers need strong theories on which to base decisions for health programs (e.g.