Biomedical subjects

S D Horner

Publications and source records attributed to S D Horner.

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A tree of impact model. Evaluation of consequences of repeal of the abortion law on teenage pregnancy.

Teenage pregnancy is a complex issue in the current sociopolitical milieu. The enactment of abortion laws adds to the complexity of the problem, involving moral and ethical issues, as well as social, economic, and health status consequences that should be considered in the development of legislation surrounding this issue. The tree of impact diagram is a mechanism for forecasting possible consequences of abortion laws. Historical, social, developmental, economic, and legal forces are considered in creating the tree of impact in relation to the health and well-being of teenage mothers and their children.

Abortion, Legal↗

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Homeless mothers' caring for children in a shelter.

Homeless mothers with children are a vulnerable population that faces problems from multiple sources. Little is known about their experiences, as current homeless studies report women's data as part of the aggregate findings with men. This study sought to identify the dimension of homeless mothers' family caring in a shelter. In-depth interviews were conducted with six homeless mothers who were participants in a larger study of homeless women. Constant comparative analysis of transcribed interviews led to the identification of homeless mothers' caring behaviors for their children. These behaviors were sacrificing for children, struggling with limitations, guarding from harm, and seeking answers. This taxonomy reflects the pain and hardship these homeless families experience while living a human disaster.

Adolescent↗

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Asthma self-care: just another piece of school work.

In the transition from childhood to adolescence, middle school children, aged 11 to 14 years, are becoming increasingly independent. For children who have asthma or other chronic illness, self-care for the condition becomes increasingly important. Cognitive social learning theory framed the questions asked and interpretations made of focus group data collected from 25 middle school children with asthma about their self-care behaviors. Data suggests that managing and preventing asthma episodes takes place in contexts defined by "powerful others" who can either facilitate or hinder self-care. Successful management of asthma reinforces middle school children's autonomy and growing independence. Although participants wanted and needed support during asthma attacks, they did not want to lose their autonomy. This study highlights the kinds of challenges children with asthma face.

Adaptation, Psychological↗