ArticleClinical interventions in aging2014
Help-seeking preferences in the area of mild cognitive impairment: comparing family physicians and the lay public.
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- Sex differences in the associations between illness representations and behavioral intentions to seek early Alzheimer's detection in Chinese older adults.BMC geriatrics · 2026Article
- Nurses' perspectives on barriers to managing risk factors for mild cognitive impairment in older adults using a qualitative descriptive approach.Scientific reports · 2025Article
- Factors influencing the help-seeking behavior in patients with mild cognitive impairment: a qualitative study.BMC health services research · 2023Article
- Comparative analysis of the expected demands for nursing care services among older people from urban, rural, and institutional environments.Clinical interventions in aging · 2015Article
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Abstract
backgroundMild cognitive impairment (MCI) or mild neurocognitive disorder is a well-established clinical entity included in current diagnostic guidelines for Alzheimer's disease and in major psychiatric classifications. In all, a loosely defined concern obtained from conceptually different sources (the individual, a knowledgeable informant, or a clinician) regarding a decline in cognition and change in functioning constitutes a sine qua non for initiating diagnostics and providing therapy and support. This concern in practice may translate into complex proactive help-seeking behavior. A better understanding of help-seeking preferences is required in order to promote early detection and management.
objectivesTo compare help-seeking preferences of family physicians and the lay public in the area of MCI.
methodsA structured questionnaire was used to collect data from 197 family physicians (self-administered) and 517 persons aged 45 and over from the lay public (face to face). Information regarding familiarity with MCI and help-seeking preferences was assessed.
resultsThe vast majority in both samples reported that family physician, spouse, and children are the most highly recommended sources of help-seeking. In regard to professional sources of help-seeking, a higher percentage of the physicians than the lay public sample consistently recommended seeking help from nurses and social workers and psychiatrists, but a higher percentage of the lay public recommended turning to a neurologist for help. DISCUSSION: There were both similarities and differences between family physicians and the lay public in their preferences regarding help-seeking for a person with MCI. Most prominent is the physicians' greater tendency to recommend professional sources of help-seeking.
conclusionUnderstanding of help-seeking preferences of both physicians and lay persons might help overcome barriers for establishing diagnosis, receiving care, and improving communication between doctors and patients.
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