Elena Ratschen
Biographic Data
| ID | 7701462 |
|---|---|
| NAME | Elena Ratschen |
| GIVEN NAMES | Elena |
| FAMILY NAME | Ratschen |
| SIGNATURE | RATSCHEN E |
| AFFILIATIONS | University of York |
| ORCID | 0000-0003-4128-9608 |
| VERIFIED | Yes |
| TOTAL WORKS | 18 |
| TOTAL CITATIONS | 0 |
| AUTHOR COUNT | 18 |
| EDITOR COUNT | 0 |
| FIRST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2010 |
| LATEST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2025 |
| H-INDEX | 0 |
Dog-assisted interventions to support health and wellbeing
Introduction: In England, dog-assisted interventions (DAIs) are increasingly used to support the health and wellbeing of individuals with mental and physical health conditions. Although research in this area is increasing, little is known about the national prevalence and characteristics of DAIs in practice. Advancing knowledge is important to inform development of research, policy and practice in the field. Methods: An online survey of DAI provi…
Using Paro, a robotic seal, to support people living with dementia
Introduction: The robotic seal PARO has received increased attention as a new technology to support people living with dementia in terms of emotional and physiological outcomes. However, little research has been conducted to improve understanding of how and why PARO may work within inpatient dementia care. We investigate for whom PARO works best in this setting, and why PARO may work. Methods: Informed by principles from realist methodology, qual…
The impact of living with assistance dog placements on quality of life in children and adults with autism spectrum disorder or a physical disability
Assistance dogs are highly trained animals to support individuals with disabilities and medical conditions. Evidence suggests the support provided by an assistance dog can extend beyond physical assistance to therapeutic and communicative domains. However, there is limited research exploring the lived experience of assistance dog placements in the United Kingdom (UK) over an extended period of time. This longitudinal service evaluation was design…
The influence of animal ownership on mental health for people with severe mental illness
Background and aims: There is increasing evidence to suggest companion animal ownership may positively impact mental health and wellbeing. However, there is limited research related to the role of companion animal ownership for mental health that focuses on people living with severe mental illness (SMI). We aimed to explore the connection among loneliness, mental health, wellbeing, animal ownership, and the perceived strength of the human-animal …
The Influence of Human–Animal Interactions on Mental and Physical Health during the First Covid-19 Lockdown Phase in the U.K
The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic presents an opportunity to explore the role of animals as sources of emotional and physical support during a period when most of the population is experiencing social and environmental challenges. We investigated how companion animal owners perceived the influence of human-animal interaction on their physical and mental health during the first COVID-19 lockdown phase in the U.K., and what concerns …
The Perceived Impact of The First UK Covid-19 Lockdown on Companion Animal Welfare and Behaviour
Our findings extend previous insights into perceived welfare and behaviour changes on a very limited range of species to a wider range of companion animals. Owner mental health status has a clear, albeit small, effect on companion animal welfare and behaviour
Pet Ownership and Multiple Sclerosis during Covid-19
Background: Multiple sclerosis (MS) is associated with lower quality of life, reduced social participation, and decreased self-efficacy. The COVID-19 pandemic has had documented effects on the health and wellbeing of people with and without MS. Previous research has demonstrated the positive impact pets can have for people living with long-term conditions. Objectives: To explore the rates of pet ownership and pet attachment in people living with …
The Role of Animal Ownership for People with Severe Mental Illness during the Covid-19 Pandemic
Research has reported the benefits of companion animals for people with severe mental illness (SMI). However, this evidence base is fragmented and unclear. The COVID-19 pandemic presents an opportunity to explore the role of companion animals in the context of social distancing and isolation measures for people with SMI. Therefore, we aimed to investigate the links between mental and physical health and animal ownership in people with SMI and to …
Cost-effectiveness of a complex intervention to reduce children’s exposure to second-hand smoke in the home
The Smoke Free Homes trial was registered with isrctn.com on 29 January 2013 with the identifier ISRCTN81701383
Study protocol of the German Study on Tobacco Use (Debra)
This study has been registered at the German Clinical Trials Register ( DRKS00011322 ) on 25th November 2016
A randomised controlled trial of a complex intervention to reduce children’s exposure to secondhand smoke in the home
ISRCTN81701383.This trial was funded by the UK National Institute for Health Research (NIHR): RP-PG-0608-10020
Smoking and Looked-After Children
Despite the implementation of smoke-free policies by local authorities and a statutory requirement to promote the health and well-being of looked-after children and young people in England, rates of tobacco use by this population are substantially higher than in the general youth population. A mixed-methods study, comprising a survey of residential care officers in 15 local authority-operated residential units and semi-structured, face-to-face in…
Preparing for Completely Smoke-Free Mental Health Settings
The findings highlight the importance and potential of implementing completely smoke-free policies using comprehensive pathways
Second-hand smoke in four English prisons
The concentration of PM2.5 pollution in smoking areas of prisons are extremely high. Smoking in prisons therefore represents a significant health hazard to prisoners and staff members
Tobacco smoking, associated risk behaviours, and experience with quitting
High levels of tobacco dependence and engagement in unique smoking related risk behaviours and social interplays appear to add to the vulnerability of homeless smokers. Given reported motivation, confidence, previous attempts and lack of support to quit, opportunities to address smoking in one of the most disadvantaged groups are currently missed
The forgotten smoker
Continuing smokers' attitudes towards smoking and quitting suggests that research and policy need to focus on increasing smokers' implicit motivation to quit smoking, even for those who classified themselves as having high motivation to quit. Targeted information and further education about Stop Smoking Services is required to increase uptake
Tobacco display and brand communication at the point of sale
Exposure to and awareness of PoS displays and brands in displays were associated with smoking susceptibility. The association between PoS display exposure and smoking susceptibility was predominantly due to exposure in small shops. These findings suggest that a one-off, comprehensive tobacco display ban is the recommended approach for countries considering a display ban
Smoking Attitudes, Behaviour and Nicotine Dependence Among Mental Health Acute Inpatients
Background: In 2008, mental health units in England went smoke-free by law. This study explores inpatients’ experience with a smoke-free policy, their smoking behaviour, dependence, withdrawal and related issues. Material: Semi-structured interviews in a criterion sample of 15 inpatient smokers. Discussion: Patients generally approved of the smoke-free policy, provided they could smoke outside. Most participants had changed their smoking behaviou…
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Smoking Attitudes, Behaviour and Nicotine Dependence Among Mental Health Acute Inpatients
Background: In 2008, mental health units in England went smoke-free by law. This study explores inpatients’ experience with a smoke-free policy, their smoking behaviour, dependence, withdrawal and related issues. Material: Semi-structured interviews in a criterion sample of 15 inpatient smokers. Discussion: Patients generally approved of the smoke-free policy, provided they could smoke outside. Most participants had changed their smoking behaviou…
Tobacco smoking, associated risk behaviours, and experience with quitting
High levels of tobacco dependence and engagement in unique smoking related risk behaviours and social interplays appear to add to the vulnerability of homeless smokers. Given reported motivation, confidence, previous attempts and lack of support to quit, opportunities to address smoking in one of the most disadvantaged groups are currently missed
The forgotten smoker
Continuing smokers' attitudes towards smoking and quitting suggests that research and policy need to focus on increasing smokers' implicit motivation to quit smoking, even for those who classified themselves as having high motivation to quit. Targeted information and further education about Stop Smoking Services is required to increase uptake
Tobacco display and brand communication at the point of sale
Exposure to and awareness of PoS displays and brands in displays were associated with smoking susceptibility. The association between PoS display exposure and smoking susceptibility was predominantly due to exposure in small shops. These findings suggest that a one-off, comprehensive tobacco display ban is the recommended approach for countries considering a display ban
Second-hand smoke in four English prisons
The concentration of PM2.5 pollution in smoking areas of prisons are extremely high. Smoking in prisons therefore represents a significant health hazard to prisoners and staff members
Smoking and Looked-After Children
Despite the implementation of smoke-free policies by local authorities and a statutory requirement to promote the health and well-being of looked-after children and young people in England, rates of tobacco use by this population are substantially higher than in the general youth population. A mixed-methods study, comprising a survey of residential care officers in 15 local authority-operated residential units and semi-structured, face-to-face in…
Preparing for Completely Smoke-Free Mental Health Settings
The findings highlight the importance and potential of implementing completely smoke-free policies using comprehensive pathways
Study protocol of the German Study on Tobacco Use (Debra)
This study has been registered at the German Clinical Trials Register ( DRKS00011322 ) on 25th November 2016
A randomised controlled trial of a complex intervention to reduce children’s exposure to secondhand smoke in the home
ISRCTN81701383.This trial was funded by the UK National Institute for Health Research (NIHR): RP-PG-0608-10020
Cost-effectiveness of a complex intervention to reduce children’s exposure to second-hand smoke in the home
The Smoke Free Homes trial was registered with isrctn.com on 29 January 2013 with the identifier ISRCTN81701383
The Influence of Human–Animal Interactions on Mental and Physical Health during the First Covid-19 Lockdown Phase in the U.K
The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic presents an opportunity to explore the role of animals as sources of emotional and physical support during a period when most of the population is experiencing social and environmental challenges. We investigated how companion animal owners perceived the influence of human-animal interaction on their physical and mental health during the first COVID-19 lockdown phase in the U.K., and what concerns …
The Perceived Impact of The First UK Covid-19 Lockdown on Companion Animal Welfare and Behaviour
Our findings extend previous insights into perceived welfare and behaviour changes on a very limited range of species to a wider range of companion animals. Owner mental health status has a clear, albeit small, effect on companion animal welfare and behaviour
Pet Ownership and Multiple Sclerosis during Covid-19
Background: Multiple sclerosis (MS) is associated with lower quality of life, reduced social participation, and decreased self-efficacy. The COVID-19 pandemic has had documented effects on the health and wellbeing of people with and without MS. Previous research has demonstrated the positive impact pets can have for people living with long-term conditions. Objectives: To explore the rates of pet ownership and pet attachment in people living with …
The Role of Animal Ownership for People with Severe Mental Illness during the Covid-19 Pandemic
Research has reported the benefits of companion animals for people with severe mental illness (SMI). However, this evidence base is fragmented and unclear. The COVID-19 pandemic presents an opportunity to explore the role of companion animals in the context of social distancing and isolation measures for people with SMI. Therefore, we aimed to investigate the links between mental and physical health and animal ownership in people with SMI and to …
The influence of animal ownership on mental health for people with severe mental illness
Background and aims: There is increasing evidence to suggest companion animal ownership may positively impact mental health and wellbeing. However, there is limited research related to the role of companion animal ownership for mental health that focuses on people living with severe mental illness (SMI). We aimed to explore the connection among loneliness, mental health, wellbeing, animal ownership, and the perceived strength of the human-animal …
Using Paro, a robotic seal, to support people living with dementia
Introduction: The robotic seal PARO has received increased attention as a new technology to support people living with dementia in terms of emotional and physiological outcomes. However, little research has been conducted to improve understanding of how and why PARO may work within inpatient dementia care. We investigate for whom PARO works best in this setting, and why PARO may work. Methods: Informed by principles from realist methodology, qual…
The impact of living with assistance dog placements on quality of life in children and adults with autism spectrum disorder or a physical disability
Assistance dogs are highly trained animals to support individuals with disabilities and medical conditions. Evidence suggests the support provided by an assistance dog can extend beyond physical assistance to therapeutic and communicative domains. However, there is limited research exploring the lived experience of assistance dog placements in the United Kingdom (UK) over an extended period of time. This longitudinal service evaluation was design…
Dog-assisted interventions to support health and wellbeing
Introduction: In England, dog-assisted interventions (DAIs) are increasingly used to support the health and wellbeing of individuals with mental and physical health conditions. Although research in this area is increasing, little is known about the national prevalence and characteristics of DAIs in practice. Advancing knowledge is important to inform development of research, policy and practice in the field. Methods: An online survey of DAI provi…
Medicine (18 works) · Environmental health (14 works) · Psychology (13 works) · Psychiatry (10 works) · Smoking Behavior and Cessation (8 works) · Human-Animal Interaction Studies (7 works) · Mental health (7 works) · Population (6 works) · Public health (6 works) · Smoking cessation (6 works)