Sarah McGarry

Curtin University

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Sonya Girdler

Curtin University

Melissa H. Black

Stockholm Health Care Services

Suzanne Rea

University of Western Australia

Fiona M. Wood

University of Western Australia

Ben Milbourn

Curtin University

Andrew Sulaiman

Johns Hopkins University

Viktor Kacic

Curtin University

Frank Zimmermann

Curtin University

Fiona Wood

University of Western Australia

Lisheng Wang

Guangxi University

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Curtin University

University of Western Australia

Speech Pathology Australia

Autism CRC

University of Ottawa

Princess Margaret Hospital for Children

The Kids Research Institute Australia

Fiona Stanley Hospital

Government of Western Australia Department of Health

Perth Children's Hospital

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Quality of life and posttraumatic growth after adult burn: A prospective, longitudinal study

Burns (2017)

Lisa Martin Michelle L. Byrnes Max Bulsara Sarah McGarry Suzanne Rea

Posttraumatic growth

Longitudinal Study

10.1016/j.burns.2017.06.004

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An exploratory study into the unmet supportive needs of breast cancer patients

European Journal of Cancer Care (2013)

Sarah McGarry C. Ward R. Garrod Jo Marsden

This study explores the unmet supportive needs of people with breast cancer attending a London NHS Foundation Trust Hospital. A mixed methods approach was used. One hundred and one patients completed a specially designed questionnaire focusing on their concerns in the previous week, and whether they felt they had been offered sufficient support from health professionals. Seven semi-structured interviews were then completed in order to gain insight into the need for future developments of services for patients with breast cancer. Pearson's chi-squared analysis was used to examine whether symptoms reported within 1 year of diagnosis differed from symptoms reported more than 1 year post diagnosis. Fatigue was the most common concern expressed (53%) with no significant difference between the two groups. Emotional concerns and pain were also highly reported (35% and 36%). Only 32% of the questionnaire participants reported that they had been offered support in dealing with their concerns. Most participants (65%) would have liked more support from the healthcare team. From the interviews it was clear that whilst there are gaps in services available, participants were not aware of the range of services already available for people with breast cancer. The results of this study have helped to inform service development, particularly around the management of fatigue.

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Emotional support

Health Professionals

10.1111/ecc.12076

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Paediatric burns: From the voice of the child

Burns (2013)

Sarah McGarry Catherine Elliott Ann McDonald Jane Valentine Fiona M. Wood

10.1016/j.burns.2013.08.031

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Return to Function

Lippincott Williams & Wilkins eBooks (2014)

Sarah McGarry Tiffany L. Grisbrook Tania Klotz Michael Simons

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Powered mobility as an intervention for children with cerebral palsy: A systematic review ; The smart wheelchair: Is it an appropriate mobility training tool for children with cerebral palsy?

Sarah McGarry

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A randomized pilot study on self‐management in head and neck lymphedema

Laryngoscope Investigative Otolaryngology (2020)

Tess M. McLaughlin Jane J. Broadhurst Courtenay Harris Sarah McGarry Sharon Keesing

Abstract Background The purpose of this pilot trial was to determine the feasibility of a self‐managed lymphedema randomized control trial to test the effectiveness of a head and neck‐specific exercise protocol. Methods Nine participants were randomized to receive usual treatment provided by an Australian metropolitan teaching hospital (n = 4) or usual treatment with an added head and neck exercise regime (n = 5). Feasibility was assessed through ease of recruitment, adherence, and safety. Lymphedema reduction and quality of life (QOL) data were assessed at baseline (0 week) and follow‐up (6 weeks). Results The study was feasible in terms of safety and participant retention. However, a slow recruitment rate and low adherence may impact future trials. There were no significant differences in lymphedema reduction or QOL between groups. Conclusion This pilot feasibility study demonstrated that a self‐management trial can be implemented, however, modifications will be required due to the slow recruitment and poor adherence rates. Level of evidence 1b: Individualized randomized control trial.

10.1002/lio2.455

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Wellbeing: How is it conceptualised by psychology students?

Psych-Talk (2016)

Amy Burton Harold M. Priest Hayley Dent Robert C. Dempsey Seán Hutton

This is a commentary piece written for the BPS Psych-Talk magazine edited by Undergraduate Psychology students in the UK.

10.53841/bpstalk.2016.1.83.31

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Safe transport of children with disabilities and medical conditions: Caregiver experiences

Scandinavian Journal of Occupational Therapy (2023)

Melissa H. Black Maya Hayden‐Evans Sarah McGarry Helen Lindner Emma Clarkson

Road vehicle transportation is essential to support community access and participation for all children. However, little is known about the transport patterns of children with disabilities and medical conditions and their caregivers' experiences supporting them to be transported safely in road vehicles in Australia.To understand the transport needs of children with disabilities and medical conditions and the transport needs of their caregivers.A large-scale national survey was undertaken online to explore the experiences and perspectives of 193 caregivers, identifying the challenges and needs associated with providing and supporting safe road transportation for their children.Caregivers believed their child was missing out on participating in everyday life due to their transportation needs, with caregivers experiencing multiple challenges and barriers to transporting their child safely.There is a need to provide knowledge and support to caregivers who are primarily responsible for the safe transportation of their children with disabilities and medical conditions.

10.1080/11038128.2023.2210801

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“This is not just a little accident”: a qualitative understanding of paediatric burns from the perspective of parents

Disability and Rehabilitation (2014)

Sarah McGarry Catherine Elliott Ann McDonald Jane Valentine Fiona M. Wood

Purpose: To describe the experiences of parents of children admitted to hospital for a burn. Methods: In-depth interviews were conducted with 21 parents (14 mothers and seven fathers) of children who had sustained a burn requiring hospitalisation. Face-to-face interviews were conducted six months post-burn, in rural, remote and metropolitan areas. The interview guide explored the overall experience of parents and included probing questions exploring the perceptions, thoughts and feelings of participants. Interviews were digitally recorded and transcribed verbatim. Transcripts were analysed according to the seven-step Coliazzi method. Relationships between themes were explored to identify core concepts. Results: Analysis of interview transcripts revealed three phases that describe the parents' journey: experiencing the accident, the in-patient phase and the return to community. Within these phases, themes were identified. Themes represented subthemes of stressors, behavioural and emotional responses and coping factors. Conclusion: Findings from this research will allow health professionals to optimise a holistic clinical service from a consumer's perspective at all stages of the burn journey. These research conclusions could be used for the development of protocols to underpin a comprehensive information and social support management plan for families that would complement and support the surgical, medical and therapeutic treatment plan, providing direction for comprehensive service delivery.Implications for RehabilitationHealth professionals should optimise a holistic clinical service from a consumer's perspective taking into consideration all stages of the burn journey.Therapeutic supports are required to target each phase of the burn journey and address changes in coping strategies and behavioural responses.There is a need for the development of protocols to underpin a comprehensive information and social support management plan for families that will complement and support the surgical and medical treatment plan.

Stressor

10.3109/09638288.2014.892640

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Creating Inclusive Schools for Autistic Students: A Scoping Review on Elements Contributing to Strengths-Based Approaches

Education Sciences (2023)

Jia White Sarah McGarry Marita Falkmer Melissa Scott John Williams

Strengths-based approaches leveraging the strengths and interests of autistic students are increasingly recognised as important to meeting their school-related needs. A scoping review exploring elements contributing to strengths-based approaches for autistic students in schools was undertaken. Eighteen articles were identified, with results conceptualised according to the Bioecological Model of Development. One personal (strengths and interests), six microsystem (specialised instructions, curriculum integration, curriculum differentiation, common interests with peers, reciprocal roles and adult involvement), three mesosystem (matching resources and activities, real-life learning experiences and benefiting all students), and three exosystem (cost-effective and timesaving, collaboration with colleagues and parents and teachers’ attitude and knowledge) elements were identified. Findings highlight the interrelatedness of the elements contributing to strengths-based approaches for autistic students, which can be used to aid in the development of more inclusive school environments.

Strengths and weaknesses

10.3390/educsci13070709

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