RN&C: Ano de 2021
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- Children and teens moving towards mental healthPublication . Pires, Sara; Vieira, Diana; Castello-Branco, MariaChildhood and adolescence are periods of rapid growth when several structural and behavioral transformations take place. It is important to identify positive environmental exposures during these years and establish behavioral patterns that may have a positive effect on the development of these populations. There is an increasing body of evidence showing that regular exercise has unquestionable physical, social, and psychological benefits, contributing to general health and wellbeing. The aim of this study was to review the available literature regarding the impact of regular physical activity on the mental health of children and adolescents and to highlight possible mechanisms involved in this association. Study findings suggest that there is a global positive impact of physical activity on mental health, with the strongest effect related to the decrease of depressive symptoms. Other benefits include improvement in self-esteem, cognitive function, and sleep quality and a reduction of externalizing behaviors and anxiety symptoms. Competitive and esthetical sports were an exception. Overall, the current evidence allows recommending regular physical activity in children and adolescents, not only for its organic but also mental health benefits.
- Needs and concerns of siblings in pediatric palliative care: scoping reviewPublication . da Martins Silva, FilipaIntroduction: Understanding the needs of each family member in the setting of Pediatric Palliative Care is crucial. Sibling support is still an emerging area, with recommendations based on clinical experience and adaptation from other contexts. The aim of this study was to assess and describe the needs and concerns of siblings of children in Pediatric Palliative Care. Methods: A literature search was conducted in Medline database. Only research articles with reports of siblings of children in Palliative Care were included. The main characteristics and results of studies included were summarized, and a narrative synthesis was performed. Results: Nine studies were included showing that, although siblings’ needs vary over the course of the disease, these generally include the need for self-support, access to information, and engagement in brother/sister care. Bereaved siblings are usually resilient, but poor-quality support can have a negative psychosocial impact. Discussion and Conclusion: Siblings need informational, instrumental, appraisal, and emotional support. Quantitative prospective studies are needed, as well as accurate clinical practice recommendations taking into account the specificities of each child, family, and sibling.