• 한국노년학
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• 제29권2호
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• pp.407-424
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• 2009

본 연구의 목적은 일상생활을 독립적으로 수행하기 어려워 도움이 필요한 노인을 돌보는 가족부양자의 부양경험을 다차원적으로 평가하기 위해 서양에서 개발된 부양자반응척도(CRA)를 우리나라 가족부양자에게 적합하도록 수정하여 한국형 부양자반응척도(K-CRA)를 제시하는 것이다. 이를 위해 우리나라 가족부양자를 대상으로 부양자반응척도(CRA)를 조사한 결과를 문항분석, 탐색적 요인분석, 타당도분석 등을 실시하였다. 연구의 대상은 조사시점을 기준으로 6개월 이상동안 일주일에 최소 7시간 이상의 돌봄을 일상생활수행능력에 제약이 있는 노인에게 제공한 253명의 가족부양자이었다. 분석결과를 통해 최종적으로 수정된 한국형 부양자반응척도(K-CRA)가 만족스러운 수준의 내적신뢰도, 구조적 타당도, 기준타당도, 수렴타당도를 지닌 것으로 나타났다. 본 연구를 통해 제시된 한국형 부양자반응척도(K-CRA)는 노인복지연구와 실천현장에서 가족부양자의 경험을 다차원적으로 평가할 수 있는 도구로 활용될 것으로 기대된다.

• 사회복지연구
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• 제40권1호
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• pp.63-86
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• 2009

본 연구는 장애노인의 장애특성이 개인적 차별인식에 미치는 영향에 관해 여가활동의 매개효과를 검증하는 것을 목적으로 한다. 이를 위해 2005년도 장애인 실태조사 대상자 중 여가생활을 하는 65세 이상의 신체장애노인 1,241명을 대상으로 연구를 수행하였다. 연구 결과는 다음과 같다. 첫째, 장애특성과 개인적 차별인식의 관계에서 장애유형, 장애발생시점, IADL이 영향요인으로 검증되었다. 둘째, 장애특성과 여가유형과의 관계에서, 장애특성 중 IADL이 영향요인이었다. 셋째, 장애노인의 장애특성이 개인적 차별인식에 미치는 영향에 있어, 여가유형이 부분 매개효과를 가지는 것으로 나타났다. 따라서 본 연구를 통해 차별인식 경감을 위해 여가활동에 대한 사회적 개입의 필요성에 대한 근거를 마련하고, 장애노인의 삶의 질 향상을 위해 여가라는 개인적 욕구와 차별이라는 사회적 이슈를 함께 고려하여 사회복지적 함의를 찾는다는 데 의의가 있다.

• 한국농촌간호학회지
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• 제18권2호
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• pp.113-124
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• 2023

Purpose: The number of households vulnerable to isolation increases rapidly as social ties decrease, raising concerns about the associated increase in lonely deaths. This study aimed to identify issues related to lonely deaths by analyzing South Korean news articles; and to provide evidence for their use in preventing and managing lonely deaths via community nursing. Methods: This exploratory study analyzed the structure and trends of meaning of lonely deaths by identifying the association between keywords in news articles and lonely deaths. In this study, we searched for all news articles on lonely deaths, covering the period from January 1, 2010, to May 31, 2023. Data preprocessing and purification were conducted, followed by top-keyword extraction, keyword network analysis and topic modeling. The retrieved articles were analyzed using R and Python software. Results: Four main topics were identified: "discovering and responding to lonely death cases", "lonely deaths ending in lonely funerals", "supportive policies to prevent lonely deaths among of older adults", and "local government activities to prevent lonely deaths and support vulnerable populations." Conclusion: Based on these findings, it can be concluded that lonely death is a complex social phenomenon that can be prevented if society shows concern and care. Education related to lonely deaths should be included in nursing curricula for concrete action plans and professional development.

• Journal of the Korean Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
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• 제49권5호
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• pp.243-251
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• 2023

Objectives: Although a few studies have investigated the relationship between kidney and oral function (number of remaining teeth), their results remain inconclusive. Therefore, this study aimed to investigate the relationship between kidney function and oral health in community-dwelling healthy elderlies and examine the factors associated with kidney function. Materials and Methods: We used cross-sectional data from the Shimane prefecture cohort recruited by the Center for Community-Based Health Research and Education in 2019. We collected clinical data on dental status, background factors and kidney function (estimated glomerular filtration rate [eGFR], mL/min/1.73 m² and creatinine levels, mg/dL). Results: The study enrolled 481 participants, whose mean age was 66.7±7.4 years, and 223 (46.4%) participants were men. Multivariate analysis revealed significant correlations between eGFR (B=0.17, P=0.04), creatinine (B=-0.54, P<0.01), and the number of remaining teeth. The number of remaining teeth was associated with creatinine and eGFR, which are indicators of kidney function. Conclusion: This study suggests that preserving the teeth may prevent decline in kidney function. Dental professionals should provide instructions and professional care to reduce the risk of systemic diseases such as kidney dysfunction.

• International Journal of Advanced Culture Technology
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• 제11권4호
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• pp.233-243
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• 2023

The purpose of this study is to determine the effect of horseback riding participation motivation on emotional style and subjective well-being. In order to achieve this research objective, adults aged 20 or older participating in equestrian clubs in Seoul, Jeolla-do, and Gyeonggi regions in 2022 were selected as the population. The sampling method used cluster random sampling, and a total of 250 people, 180 males and 120 females, were sampled. The survey tool was modified and supplemented for this study based on a questionnaire whose reliability and validity were verified in previous studies, and all questionnaire questions were structured on a 5-point scale. For data analysis, SPSS Windows 21.0 Version was used to perform statistical processing according to the purpose of analysis. The conclusions obtained in this study through data analysis according to these methods and procedures are as follows. First, the motivation to participate in horseback riding was found to partially affect emotional style. Second, the motivation to participate in horseback riding was found to partially affect subjective well-being. Third, the emotional style of horseback riding participants was found to partially affect subjective well-being. Considering these results, it is possible to satisfy various desires in modern people's lives through leisure sports activities such as horseback riding, which allows them to communicate with nature and living things. In other words, internal motivation factors such as social relationships, satisfaction of needs, and professional development through leisure sports activities are positively or negatively related to emotional regulation, and this has a close impact on satisfaction with one's life and happiness.

• Nutrition Research and Practice
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• 제17권5호
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• pp.945-958
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• 2023

BACKGROUND/OBJECTIVES: Food literacy (FL) is a crucial skill for selecting sustainable and healthy food options, necessitating the identification of vulnerable groups in the community using valid measurement tools. Identifying weak domains in FL is essential for enhancing the overall FL. This study examined the FL levels of Seoul citizens based on their sociodemographic characteristics and assessed the relationship between FL, food intake, and weight status. SUBJECTS/METHODS: This study utilized the data from the Seoul Food Survey, a cross-sectional study employing representative samples of Seoul citizens. Data collection occurred from September to October 2021, with 4,039 citizens aged 18 yrs and above participating in face-to-face surveys. Thirty-three FL items were assessed, comprising 14 items in the nutrition and safety (NS) domain, eight items in the cultural and relational (CR) domain, and 11 items in the socio-ecological (SE) domain. In addition, data on food intake sufficiency and obesity status were collected. The descriptive statistics, t-tests, analysis of variance, and logistic regression analysis were used for analysis. RESULTS: Men, students, young adults, older citizens, and people experiencing food insecurity had the lowest scores for all the FL domains. The highest quartile group of NS scores had a higher probability of consuming adequate servings of vegetables and fruits, with significant linear trends observed (P for trend < 0.05). In all three FL domains, the odds ratio for obesity was significantly lower in the groups with high FL scores (P < 0.05). CONCLUSIONS: A close relationship was observed between low FL, obesity, and food intake, even after controlling for other covariates. Vulnerable groups with low FL were also identified. Therefore, it is essential to develop programs to improve FL and the health and well-being of these groups.

• 대한한방내과학회지
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• 제45권1호
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• pp.55-74
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• 2024

Objectives: This study reviewed the status of adverse event (AE) reporting in VigiAccess using anti-obesity agents as examples and explored the possibility of its use and future challenges. Methods: AE reports related to some representative drugs among herbal medicines (HMs), complex HM prescriptions, ingredients of supplements, and over-the-counter and prescription medicines were investigated using VigiAccess on February 1, 2024. Results: AE reports on prescription drugs were overwhelmingly higher than those on HMs or supplements. Although most reports were submitted from North America, reports on Ephedra sinica and green tea extract (GTE) were more from Asia and Europe, respectively. The female population reported more, and the difference in the sex ratio was the smallest for Ephedra spp. The age group was concentrated on young adults, but many older patients reported GLP-1 receptor agonist-related AEs. Symptoms related to the gastrointestinal and nervous systems were most commonly reported, but mental and cardiac disorders were common in Ephedra-type HMs. Hepatobiliary disorders are also commonly found in GTE-related reports. Conclusions: VigiAccess was useful for easily checking the global status of AE reporting for prescription drugs. However, several limitations were observed in using VigiAccess for HMs because of the few reports. Thus, it is necessary to increase the number of reports by education and to promote AE reporting among HM prescribers and users. The full range of HMs should be included in the pharmacovigilance system, and the coding and classification of HMs should be revised.

• Journal of Ginseng Research
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• 제48권3호
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• pp.310-322
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• 2024

Background: Osteosarcopenia is a common condition characterized by the loss of both bone and muscle mass, which can lead to an increased risk of fractures and disability in older adults. The study aimed to elucidate the response of various mouse strains to treatment with Rg3, one of the leading ginsenosides, on musculoskeletal traits and immune function, and their correlation. Methods: Six Collaborative Cross (CC) founder strains induced muscle atrophy and bone loss with dexamethasone (15 mg/kg) treatment for 1 month, and half of the mice for each strain were orally administered Rg3 (20 mg/kg). Different responses were observed depending on genetic background and Rg3 treatment. Results: Rg3 significantly increased grip strength, running performance, and expression of muscle and bone health-related genes in a two-way analysis of variance considering the genetic backgrounds and Rg3 treatment. Significant improvements in grip strength, running performance, bone area, and muscle mass, and the increased gene expression were observed in specific strains of PWK/PhJ. For traits related to muscle, bone, and immune functions, significant correlations between traits were confirmed following Rg3 administration compared with control mice. The phenotyping analysis was compiled into a public web resource called Rg3-OsteoSarco. Conclusion: This highlights the complex interplay between genetic determinants, pathogenesis of muscle atrophy and bone loss, and phytochemical bioactivity and the need to move away from single inbred mouse models to improve their translatability to genetically diverse humans. Rg3-OsteoSarco highlights the use of CC founder strains as a valuable tool in the field of personalized nutrition.

• 한국도서관정보학회지
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• 제54권4호
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• pp.179-203
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• 2023

본 연구의 목적은 시니어가 (1) 도서관 디지털화에 대해 가지고 있는 태도, (2) 도서관에서 디지털 정보를 이용하는 요인, (3) 이용하지 않거나 이용하는데 방해가 되는 요인을 규명하는 것이다. 국립중앙도서관 시니어 이용자 20명을 대상으로 1:1 심층면담을 수행한 결과, 시니어의 과반은 도서관 디지털화에 우호적인 태도를 갖고 있었다. 시니어의 디지털 정보 이용 요인으로는 '사서'와 '시력 및 글자 크기'가 가장 주요한 것으로 나타났다. 이 두 요인은 디지털 정보를 이용하게 하는 요인이면서 동시에 이용하지 못하게 하거나 방해하는 요인이기도 하였다. 그 밖에 디지털 정보 이용 요인으로는 '자료의 특성', '편리성'이 있고, 비이용 요인으로는 '태도 및 심리적 요인', '책의 물성' 등이, 방해 요인으로는 '홈페이지 사용성 문제'가 주요한 것으로 나타났다.

• Human Ecology Research
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• 제62권2호
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• pp.217-231
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• 2024

The aims of this study were to identify (a) the social network contact frequency of the elderly with children, relatives, and friends; (b) the impact of contact frequency (face-to-face/non-face-to-face) on life satisfaction of the elderly; and (c) the moderating effect of digital capabilities of the elderly on the relationship between social contact frequency and life satisfaction. Data were obtained from the National Survey of Older Koreans 2020. The sample comprised 6,119 adults aged 65+ who were in single or couple households. The principal findings were as follows. First, couple households, higher levels of education, and better health status increased life satisfaction of the elderly. Second, the higher the frequency of face-to-face contact with children and the higher the frequency of non-face-to-face contact with friends, the more positive the effect on life satisfaction of the elderly. Third, the interaction effect of the digital capabilities of the elderly differed according to children, relatives and friends. There was a significant and positive moderating effect on the relationship between life satisfaction and the frequency of face-to-face/non-face-to-face contact with children and the frequency of face-to-face contact with relatives. Conversely, there was a significant negative effect on the relationship between life satisfaction and the frequency of face-to-face/non-face-to-face contact with friends. By examining the impact of non-face-to-face contact on life satisfaction of the elderly in the era of digital transformation, the findings have significance in that they provide basic data to support policies and education programs aimed at improving the digital capabilities of the elderly.