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  1. Article ; Online: Metabolic control and quality of life in type 1 diabetes: Do adherence, family support, and school support matter?

    Almeida, Ana C / Tavares, Fabiana / Pereira, M Graça

    Nursing & health sciences

    2023  Volume 25, Issue 3, Page(s) 456–465

    Abstract: This study analyzed the relationship between clinical and demographic variables, family support, school support, and adherence on adolescents' metabolic control and quality of life (QoL) based on Adaptation to Chronic Disease in Childhood's model. The ... ...

    Abstract This study analyzed the relationship between clinical and demographic variables, family support, school support, and adherence on adolescents' metabolic control and quality of life (QoL) based on Adaptation to Chronic Disease in Childhood's model. The sample included 100 adolescents and 100 parents. Adolescents were assessed on adherence, family support, school support, and QoL. Parents were assessed on family functioning and parental coping. A path analysis was performed to assess the adequacy of the theoretical model to the sample. Daily glycemic monitoring was associated with better metabolic control and diabetes hospitalizations with worse metabolic control. The final model showed adherence, family support, school support, and family functioning having an indirect effect on the relationship between adolescence stage, number of daily glycemic monitorings, number of hospitalizations, and metabolic control/QoL. Adherence had an indirect effect on the relationship between glycemic monitoring and family and school support, suggesting that adolescents need both types of support to perform diabetes self-care tasks. QoL showed a direct effect on metabolic control revealing the importance of QoL in the design of interventions to promote metabolic control in adolescents.
    MeSH term(s) Adolescent ; Humans ; Diabetes Mellitus, Type 1/therapy ; Quality of Life ; Family Support ; Adaptation, Psychological ; Schools
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-08-28
    Publishing country Australia
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2213282-X
    ISSN 1442-2018 ; 1441-0745
    ISSN (online) 1442-2018
    ISSN 1441-0745
    DOI 10.1111/nhs.13042
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  2. Article: Multi actor multi criteria analysis (MAMCA) as a tool to build indicators and localize sustainable development goal 11 in Brazilian municipalities.

    Almeida, Ana C L

    Heliyon

    2019  Volume 5, Issue 8, Page(s) e02128

    Abstract: The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) were adopted in 2015 to be a guideline to promote sustainable development through partnerships. Goal 11 was designed to improve the quality of life in cities however, confronted local governments with new ... ...

    Abstract The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) were adopted in 2015 to be a guideline to promote sustainable development through partnerships. Goal 11 was designed to improve the quality of life in cities however, confronted local governments with new challenges to delivery services and increase citizen participation. In this study, a conceptual framework was developed, and distinct indicators were analyzed to facilitate the implementation of SDG 11 in Brazilian municipalities. Two case studies were deployed based on the Multi-Actor Multi-Criteria Analysis (MAMCA) to guarantee stakeholder participation during the whole process. The results brought to light important challenges to urbanization at local levels. Also, the results suggest shifts in the ongoing model to evaluate the implementation of SDG 11 in Brazil. Governance, transparency and social participation were identified as critical issues to be addressed. Moreover, it will be necessary to adjust existing indicators and organize a consistent and frequent method to evaluate progress towards achieving SDG 11 targets at local levels. Integration of plans and policies related to climate change and disaster risk reduction represents another challenge to be faced by local governments. Finally, MAMCA can be a helpful tool to support local decision-makers to implement SDG 11 based on a multi-stakeholder view.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2019-08-05
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article ; Review
    ZDB-ID 2835763-2
    ISSN 2405-8440
    ISSN 2405-8440
    DOI 10.1016/j.heliyon.2019.e02128
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  3. Article ; Online: Quality of life in heterosexual menopausal women: The indirect effect of sexual and marital satisfaction, menopause representations, and psychological morbidity.

    Pereira, M Graça / Bernardo, Ana Cristina / Fernandes, Iolanda / Almeida, Ana C

    Health care for women international

    2023  , Page(s) 1–19

    Abstract: Menopause may negatively impact Quality of Life (QoL). Our study used a cross-sectional design and research participants were 99 women in natural menopause. In our study, we analyzed the relationship between age at menopause onset, hormone therapy use, ... ...

    Abstract Menopause may negatively impact Quality of Life (QoL). Our study used a cross-sectional design and research participants were 99 women in natural menopause. In our study, we analyzed the relationship between age at menopause onset, hormone therapy use, duration of couple relationship, menopause duration, psychological morbidity, marital satisfaction, menopause representations, and QoL following the Wilson and Cleary Health-Related QoL conceptual model. The authors found that negative representations, lower marital satisfaction, psychological morbidity, and shorter duration of menopause contributed to lower QoL. Moreover, the authors found that psychological morbidity and menopause representations (identity and control/cure dimensions) had an indirect effect between marital satisfaction and vasomotor, psychosocial, and sexual QoL. Also, we found that age at the onset of menopause showed a moderating effect in the final model. Future studies should replicate these results in a longitudinal design and analyze how the variables that showed a moderating role and indirect effects will function as moderators and mediators, respectively, over time.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-09-05
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 632677-8
    ISSN 1096-4665 ; 0739-9332
    ISSN (online) 1096-4665
    ISSN 0739-9332
    DOI 10.1080/07399332.2023.2245374
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  4. Article ; Online: Diabetes representations on adherence and quality of life: Do parents and adolescents differ?

    Almeida, Ana C / Leandro, M Engrácia / Pereira, M Graça

    PsyCh journal

    2022  Volume 12, Issue 1, Page(s) 108–118

    Abstract: Type 1 diabetes is one of the most frequent chronic diseases in adolescents. To manage diabetes and prevent complications, a set of self-care behaviors needs to be implemented into family daily routines. This study analyzed diabetes representations in ... ...

    Abstract Type 1 diabetes is one of the most frequent chronic diseases in adolescents. To manage diabetes and prevent complications, a set of self-care behaviors needs to be implemented into family daily routines. This study analyzed diabetes representations in adolescents and their parents, the dissimilarities between them, and the relationship between illness dissimilarities and adherence/quality of life (QoL) in adolescents with type 1 diabetes. The sample included 200 participants: 100 adolescents with type 1 diabetes and 100 parents who accompanied the adolescents. Adolescents were assessed on adherence (Self-Care Inventory-Revised), quality of life (Diabetes QoL) and family support (Diabetes Family Behavior Scale). Both adolescents and parents were assessed on illness representations (Brief-Illness Perception Questionnaire). Dissimilarities in illness representations between parents and adolescents were performed using Olsen et al's proposal. Parents showed a more negative representation of diabetes than adolescents. Adolescents' illness representations, the dissimilarities between adolescents' and parents' illness representations, and family support were associated with adolescents' adherence and QoL. Higher family support moderated the relationship between the dissimilarity in timeline representations and QoL, explaining 17.8% of the variance on QoL. Adolescent's  gender (male) was a moderator in the relationship between adolescent's coherence and QoL, explaining 18.6% of the variance on QoL. Adolescent's gender (female) was a moderator in the relationship between timeline and QoL, explaining 11.9% of the variance on QoL. Being a male parent was a moderator in the relationship between adolescent's concerns and QoL, explaining 13.5% of the variance on QoL. Intervention programs should focus on illness representations, particularly on the dissimilarities between adolescents and parents, as well as on family support in order to promote adolescents' adherence and QoL.
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Male ; Adolescent ; Female ; Diabetes Mellitus, Type 1 ; Quality of Life ; Parents ; Surveys and Questionnaires ; Family Support
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-09-13
    Publishing country Australia
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2717141-3
    ISSN 2046-0260 ; 2046-0252
    ISSN (online) 2046-0260
    ISSN 2046-0252
    DOI 10.1002/pchj.591
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  5. Article ; Online: Cataract surgery and IOP: a systematic review of randomised controlled trials.

    Brízido, Margarida / Rodrigues, Pedro Filipe / Almeida, Ana C / Abegão Pinto, Luís

    Graefe's archive for clinical and experimental ophthalmology = Albrecht von Graefes Archiv fur klinische und experimentelle Ophthalmologie

    2022  Volume 261, Issue 5, Page(s) 1257–1266

    Abstract: Purpose: Cataract and glaucoma are two of the most common ocular comorbidities. Cataract surgery has been shown to influence intra-ocular pressure (IOP) in patients with glaucoma; nevertheless, the extent of this effect remains controversial, especially ...

    Abstract Purpose: Cataract and glaucoma are two of the most common ocular comorbidities. Cataract surgery has been shown to influence intra-ocular pressure (IOP) in patients with glaucoma; nevertheless, the extent of this effect remains controversial, especially in patients with open-angle glaucoma (OAG). The aim of this review is to determine the real effect of cataract surgery on IOP change in patients with OAG, focusing on data retrieved from randomised controlled trials (RCTs).
    Methods: A systematic review was performed, including six different RCTs that studied the net effect of cataract surgery on IOP. Eligibility criteria required a full washout from hypotensive therapy, allowing accurate measurement of unmedicated IOP, both before and after surgery.
    Results: Included studies revealed a consistent reduction on IOP occurring after surgery, varying between 4.1 and 8.5 mmHg depending on the RCT. There was also a decrease in the number of glaucoma medications, with a mean reduction of 0.2-1.0 agents postoperatively. Evaluation of adverse outcomes of cataract surgery showed a very favourable safety profile.
    Conclusion: Although the role of cataract surgery in the algorithm of glaucoma treatment remains to be established, this review highlights a consistent decrease on IOP following surgery and a reduced dependency on glaucoma medications. Potential downgrade in medication can thus be considered in well-controlled glaucoma patients after phacoemulsification. PROSPERO registry: CRD42022343378.
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Cataract Extraction ; Intraocular Pressure ; Tonometry, Ocular ; Glaucoma/surgery ; Phacoemulsification ; Cataract/complications ; Glaucoma, Open-Angle/surgery ; Glaucoma, Open-Angle/drug therapy
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-11-28
    Publishing country Germany
    Document type Systematic Review ; Journal Article ; Review
    ZDB-ID 8435-9
    ISSN 1435-702X ; 0721-832X
    ISSN (online) 1435-702X
    ISSN 0721-832X
    DOI 10.1007/s00417-022-05911-3
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  6. Article ; Online: Effects of substratum type and orientation on the recruitment of bryozoans in an artificial area of the Western Atlantic.

    Xavier, Everthon A / Almeida, Ana C S / Nogueira, Marcos M / Vieira, Leandro M

    Biofouling

    2023  Volume 39, Issue 7, Page(s) 748–762

    Abstract: Bryozoans are commonly associated with various artificial structures in marine environments and have been responsible for several bioinvasion events worldwide. Understanding the interactions between bryozoans and artificial structures is therefore ... ...

    Abstract Bryozoans are commonly associated with various artificial structures in marine environments and have been responsible for several bioinvasion events worldwide. Understanding the interactions between bryozoans and artificial structures is therefore essential to prevent the establishment and spread of potential bioinvaders. This study investigated bryozoan recruitment on four different substrates (PET, nautical ropes, metal, and PVC) placed in three orientations (vertical, horizontal facing down and facing up) in an area of the Western Atlantic. In total, 15 species of bryozoans were found. The results revealed significant variations in assemblages' richness, with bryozoans showing a preference for settling on PVC (14 species found) and on the underside of horizontal substrates (15 species found), resulting in the higher representativity observed in this study. Cryptogenic (nine species) and exotic (five species) bryozoans dominated the assemblages in all treatments, indicating that the type of substrate (especially artificial) and its orientation can favor the settlement of bryozoans, particularly non-native species. Therefore, the availability of multiple types of artificial substrates in marine environments should be treated as a cause for concern.
    MeSH term(s) Animals ; Biofilms ; Bryozoa
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-10-09
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article ; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
    ISSN 1029-2454
    ISSN (online) 1029-2454
    DOI 10.1080/08927014.2023.2262928
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  7. Article ; Online: The role of artificial habitats on fouling bryozoan fauna in the southwestern Atlantic.

    Xavier, Everthon A / Almeida, Ana C S / Vieira, Leandro M

    Marine pollution bulletin

    2021  Volume 167, Page(s) 112310

    Abstract: Artificial habitats, such as harbours and marinas, are entry doors for the introduction and dispersal of species. Surveys on fouling community in these habitats help to understand preventing environmental impacts and management of invasive species. Thus, ...

    Abstract Artificial habitats, such as harbours and marinas, are entry doors for the introduction and dispersal of species. Surveys on fouling community in these habitats help to understand preventing environmental impacts and management of invasive species. Thus, a survey on fouling bryozoan fauna was carried out along 17 artificial habitats (eight harbours and nine marinas) from three coastal stretches in Southwestern Atlantic. A total of 55 species were identified, including 13 non-native, 33 cryptogenic and nine native taxa. Only five bryozoan species were found in more than 75% of sampled sites. Our analysis revealed that bryozoan fouling communities in artificial habitats do not vary significantly between commercial and recreational localities. However, we also found that faunal assemblages varied significantly along Brazilian coastal stretches that are distinguished by environmental conditions, such as salinity and temperature.
    MeSH term(s) Animals ; Brazil ; Bryozoa ; Ecosystem ; Introduced Species
    Language English
    Publishing date 2021-04-07
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2001296-2
    ISSN 1879-3363 ; 0025-326X
    ISSN (online) 1879-3363
    ISSN 0025-326X
    DOI 10.1016/j.marpolbul.2021.112310
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  8. Article: Multi actor multi criteria analysis (MAMCA) as a tool to build indicators and localize sustainable development goal 11 in Brazilian municipalities

    Almeida, Ana C.L

    Heliyon. 2019 Aug., v. 5, no. 8

    2019  

    Abstract: The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) were adopted in 2015 to be a guideline to promote sustainable development through partnerships. Goal 11 was designed to improve the quality of life in cities however, confronted local governments with new ... ...

    Abstract The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) were adopted in 2015 to be a guideline to promote sustainable development through partnerships. Goal 11 was designed to improve the quality of life in cities however, confronted local governments with new challenges to delivery services and increase citizen participation. In this study, a conceptual framework was developed, and distinct indicators were analyzed to facilitate the implementation of SDG 11 in Brazilian municipalities. Two case studies were deployed based on the Multi-Actor Multi-Criteria Analysis (MAMCA) to guarantee stakeholder participation during the whole process. The results brought to light important challenges to urbanization at local levels. Also, the results suggest shifts in the ongoing model to evaluate the implementation of SDG 11 in Brazil. Governance, transparency and social participation were identified as critical issues to be addressed. Moreover, it will be necessary to adjust existing indicators and organize a consistent and frequent method to evaluate progress towards achieving SDG 11 targets at local levels. Integration of plans and policies related to climate change and disaster risk reduction represents another challenge to be faced by local governments. Finally, MAMCA can be a helpful tool to support local decision-makers to implement SDG 11 based on a multi-stakeholder view.
    Keywords citizen participation ; climate change ; decision making ; governance ; guidelines ; models ; participation (behavior) ; quality of life ; risk reduction ; stakeholders ; sustainable development ; urbanization ; Brazil
    Language English
    Dates of publication 2019-08
    Publishing place Elsevier Ltd
    Document type Article
    Note NAL-AP-2-clean
    ZDB-ID 2835763-2
    ISSN 2405-8440
    ISSN 2405-8440
    DOI 10.1016/j.heliyon.2019.e02128
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  9. Article ; Online: Chromokinesins.

    Almeida, Ana C / Maiato, Helder

    Current biology : CB

    2018  Volume 28, Issue 19, Page(s) R1131–R1135

    Abstract: During the cell cycle it is critical that the duplicated DNA faithfully segregates to give rise to two genetically identical daughter cells. An even distribution of the genome during mitosis is mediated by mitotic spindle microtubules, assisted by, among ...

    Abstract During the cell cycle it is critical that the duplicated DNA faithfully segregates to give rise to two genetically identical daughter cells. An even distribution of the genome during mitosis is mediated by mitotic spindle microtubules, assisted by, among others, motor proteins of the kinesin superfamily. Chromokinesins are members of the kinesin superfamily that harbour a specific DNA-binding domain. The best characterized chromokinesins belong to the kinesin-4/Kif4 and kinesin-10/Kif22 families, respectively. Functional analysis of chromokinesins in several model systems revealed their involvement in chromosome arm orientation and oscillations. This is consistent with their originally proposed role in the generation of polar ejection forces that assist chromosome congression to the spindle equator. Kinesin-12/Kif15 members comprise a third family of chromokinesins, but their role remains less understood. Noteworthy, all chromokinesins exhibit chromosome-independent localization on spindle microtubules, and recent works have significantly extended the portfolio of mitotic processes in which chromokinesins play a role, from error correction and DNA compaction, to the regulation of spindle microtubule dynamics.
    MeSH term(s) Cell Division/physiology ; Chromosome Segregation ; Chromosomes/physiology ; DNA-Binding Proteins/metabolism ; DNA-Binding Proteins/physiology ; Dyneins/metabolism ; Humans ; Kinesins/metabolism ; Kinesins/physiology ; Kinetochores/metabolism ; Microtubules/metabolism ; Mitosis ; Nuclear Proteins/metabolism ; Nuclear Proteins/physiology ; Spindle Apparatus/metabolism ; Spindle Poles/physiology
    Chemical Substances DNA-Binding Proteins ; Nuclear Proteins ; chromokinesin ; Dyneins (EC 3.6.4.2) ; Kinesins (EC 3.6.4.4)
    Language English
    Publishing date 2018-10-25
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article ; Review
    ZDB-ID 1071731-6
    ISSN 1879-0445 ; 0960-9822
    ISSN (online) 1879-0445
    ISSN 0960-9822
    DOI 10.1016/j.cub.2018.07.017
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  10. Article ; Online: Psychometric properties of the Portuguese adaptation of General Functioning of Family Assessment Device: A comparative study.

    Almeida, Ana C / Leandro, M Engrácia / Pereira, M Graça

    Families, systems & health : the journal of collaborative family healthcare

    2020  Volume 38, Issue 2, Page(s) 162–171

    Abstract: Introduction: The General Family Functioning is a subscale of the Family Assessment Device (FAD) that assess overall family functioning. This study analyzed the psychometric properties of the General Family Functioning subscale in Portuguese families ... ...

    Abstract Introduction: The General Family Functioning is a subscale of the Family Assessment Device (FAD) that assess overall family functioning. This study analyzed the psychometric properties of the General Family Functioning subscale in Portuguese families with adolescents diagnosed with Type I Diabetes and healthy adolescents comparing also family functioning in both samples.
    Method: A total of 100 parents of adolescents with Type I Diabetes and 106 parents of healthy adolescents participated in this study. A confirmatory factor analysis was performed for both samples to analyze the adequacy of each model.
    Results: Both confirmatory factor analyses maintained the design in one-factor models with good fit indexes. The internal consistency in both samples was good, but slightly higher in parents of healthy adolescents. The instrument also presented good convergent and divergent validity.
    Discussion: The Portuguese version of the General Family Functioning subscale showed good psychometric properties and reliability in healthy adolescents and in adolescent with Type I Diabetes. (PsycInfo Database Record (c) 2020 APA, all rights reserved).
    MeSH term(s) Adaptation, Psychological ; Adolescent ; Cross-Sectional Studies ; Diabetes Mellitus, Type 1/complications ; Diabetes Mellitus, Type 1/psychology ; Family Relations/psychology ; Female ; Humans ; Male ; Parents/psychology ; Portugal ; Psychometrics/instrumentation ; Psychometrics/methods ; Psychometrics/standards ; Reproducibility of Results ; Self Report ; Surveys and Questionnaires ; Translating
    Language English
    Publishing date 2020-04-13
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 1326859-4
    ISSN 1939-0602 ; 1091-7527 ; 0736-1718
    ISSN (online) 1939-0602
    ISSN 1091-7527 ; 0736-1718
    DOI 10.1037/fsh0000471
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