Scott D. Wright

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  Article: SketchUp: A technology tool to facilitate intergenerational relationships for children with autism spectrum disorders

  Cheryl Wright, Marissa Diener, Louise Dunn, Scott D. Wright
  Family and Consumer Sciences Research Journal 01/2011; 40:135-149.
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  Article: SketchUp™: A Technology Tool to Facilitate Intergenerational Family Relationships for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD)

  Cheryl Wright, Marissa Diener, Louise Dunn, Scott D. Wright
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  ABSTRACT: This study used a qualitative design to examine intergenerational relationships facilitated by an intervention employing Google SketchUp™, a freeware 3D design program. Seven high-functioning boys (ages 8–17) with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) participated in computer workshops. The investigators capitalized on the boys’ strengths in visual–spatial skills. The interdisciplinary team structured the workshops to facilitate computer skill development as well as social interaction. Qualitative analysis involved thematic analysis of transcripts from focus groups with parents and grandparents. The two key themes that emerged were as follows: (i) reframing expectations (parental efficacy and creating a safe environment) and (ii) building intergenerational bridges among parents, children, siblings, and grandparents. These findings indicate that technology can build on the strengths of children with ASD and promote social engagement of the children with their families.
  Family and Consumer Sciences Research Journal. 01/2011; 40:135-149.
• Article: Exploring the Caregiver Burden Inventory (CBI): further evidence for a multidimensional view of burden.

  M S Caserta, D A Lund, S D Wright
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  ABSTRACT: The purpose of this study was to examine the multidimensional nature of caregiver burden by specifically analyzing the patterns of association between five dimensions of burden as measured by the Caregiver Burden Inventory [1] and selected demographic, health, functioning, and well-being indicators. Subscales measuring each dimension were internally consistent and relatively independent in a sample of 160 caregivers. Time dependence burden was most influenced by patient impairment and caregiving involvement, whereas emotional burden was largely a function of caregiving satisfaction. Most of the variance in developmental burden was explained by depression and caregiving satisfaction. Contrary to expectations, physical health measures explained little variance in physical burden, of which most was explained by depression. Less than 10 percent of the variance in social burden was explained by depression and caregiver days sick. The findings lend support to a multidimensional view of burden and with minor modifications, the CBI appears to be a promising instrument with which to measure the construct.
  The International Journal of Aging and Human Development 02/1996; 43(1):21-34. · 0.62 Impact Factor
• Article: Older adults' attitudes, concerns, and support for environmental issues in the "New West".

  Scott D Wright, Michael Caserta, Dale A Lund
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  ABSTRACT: The natural environment has been a missing topic from education and public policy forums concerning an aging society. This study examines demographic trends and several socio-demographic influences on attitudes, concerns, and active support for environmental issues among older adults in a retirement "hot spot" in the New West. A sample of 394 older adults in southwestern Utah was obtained from questionnaires mailed to those randomly selected from a larger dataset, and through hand-distributed questionnaires at selected RV parks. We found a high degree of variability among respondents in regard to environmental attitudes and concerns. Despite a personal attitudinal desire to protect the environment, most older adults did not want to become involved in protective actions for the environment. We found that residency status and religious affiliation emerged as the strongest relationships with measures of attitudes and concerns, and willingness to support the environment. The most influential factors associated with willingness to take action in support of the environment were having higher levels of active/social concerns, and higher levels of awareness of environmental consequences. The New West is one of the fastest-growing areas for demographic aging, and the opinions and actions of older adults will play a significant role in the stewardship and sustainability of natural resources, particularly in retirement hot spots.
  The International Journal of Aging and Human Development 02/2003; 57(2):151-79. · 0.62 Impact Factor
• Article: Video Respite: an innovative resource for family, professional caregivers, and persons with dementia.

  D A Lund, R D Hill, M S Caserta, S D Wright
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  ABSTRACT: The development of a new and promising resource for family, professional caregivers, and persons with dementia is detailed in this article. The concept, Video Respite, refers to the initial goal of creating videotapes specifically for persons with dementia to capture and maintain their attention, enabling caregivers to have respite time. Ten 20-53-minute videotapes are described along with their potential benefits and limitations. Early research findings reveal that most persons with Alzheimer's disease (AD) watch and participate with the tapes, caregivers use the time for respite, and staff of SCU's report the tapes to be calming for the residents.
  The Gerontologist 11/1995; 35(5):683-7. · 2.48 Impact Factor