Greer A Raggio
Biographic Data
| ID | 92132 |
|---|---|
| NAME | Greer A Raggio |
| GIVEN NAMES | Greer A |
| FAMILY NAME | Raggio |
| SIGNATURE | RAGGIO G A |
| AFFILIATIONS | Drexel University |
| ORCID | 0000-0002-4102-1559 |
| VERIFIED | Yes |
| TOTAL WORKS | 9 |
| TOTAL CITATIONS | 6 |
| WORKS AS AUTHOR | 9 |
| WORKS AS EDITOR | 0 |
| FIRST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2010 |
| LATEST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2023 |
| H-INDEX | 2 |
Preventing cardiovascular disease in midlife women with HIV
Midlife women with HIV (WWH) are disproportionately impacted by cardiovascular disease (CVD), yet little is known about perceptions of CVD risk and the factors that influence engagement in heart health behaviors in this population. Few (if any) studies have used a qualitative approach to examine these perceptions, which has important implications for minimizing the negative impact of HIV-related noncommunicable diseases, the risk for which increa…
Adapting, testing, and refining a resilience intervention for older women with HIV
Half of persons with HIV in the United States (US), many of whom are women, are over age 50. Aging women with HIV (WWH) face unique biopsychosocial challenges, including stigma, the physiological effects of aging, and illness-associated stressors. Resilience interventions can build awareness of such stressors and aid in facilitating the relaxation response; however, no existing interventions specifically cater to the needs of older WWH. The conte…
Body image satisfaction among male military veterans with cancer
Impaired body satisfaction is commonly reported among cancer patients. This study prospectively evaluated body image disturbance among male military veterans with head and neck or colorectal cancer. Patients ( N = 109) completed measures at three points post-diagnosis. Results showed about one-third of participants reporting body-related concerns. Endorsement did not change significantly during the study period. Predictors of worse body satisfact…
Mother–child interactions at six months postpartum are not predicted by maternal histories of abuse and neglect or maltreatment type
Findings suggest that nonclinical postpartum women with CM histories show resilience regarding postpartum parenting quality and do not differentiate from non-CM maltreated postpartum mothers. We discuss the potential influence of resilience, moderating factors, clinical implications, and recommendations based on our findings. (PsycINFO Database Record
Pilot Test of an Acceptance-Based Behavioral Intervention to Promote Physical Activity During Weight Loss Maintenance
Behavioral interventions for obesity reliably facilitate short-term weight loss, but weight regain is normative. A high level of aerobic exercise may promote weight loss maintenance. However, adopting and maintaining a high level of exercise is challenging, and experiential acceptance may be important. The aim of this study was to pilot test the feasibility and efficacy of an acceptance-based behavioral treatment to promote moderate-to-vigorous p…
Enhancing physical activity promotion in midlife women with technology-based self-monitoring and social connectivity
This pilot study tested a novel program to promote adoption and maintenance of aerobic activity in midlife women. Lifestyle modification group sessions were held weekly for 3 months, followed by two booster sessions during the 3-month maintenance phase. During all 6 months of the program, participants used a physical activity sensor to automate self-monitoring and a web platform to facilitate social connectivity. Aerobic exercise increased from 6…
Do hunger and exposure to food affect scores on a measure of hedonic hunger? An experimental study
Diabetes Mellitus
This chapter focuses on important biobehavioral and psychosocial factors related to the development and treatment of diabetes mellitus. It begins with an introductory overview that defines diabetes, describes the most common forms, discusses the most recent updates regarding how diabetes should be diagnosed, and provides prevalence statistics, including those that demonstrate the existence of ethnicity-related health care disparities. Next, sever…
Association of Trauma-Related Disorders and Dissociation with Four Idioms of Distress Among Latino Psychiatric Outpatients
Do hunger and exposure to food affect scores on a measure of hedonic hunger? An experimental study
Enhancing physical activity promotion in midlife women with technology-based self-monitoring and social connectivity
This pilot study tested a novel program to promote adoption and maintenance of aerobic activity in midlife women. Lifestyle modification group sessions were held weekly for 3 months, followed by two booster sessions during the 3-month maintenance phase. During all 6 months of the program, participants used a physical activity sensor to automate self-monitoring and a web platform to facilitate social connectivity. Aerobic exercise increased from 6…
Association of Trauma-Related Disorders and Dissociation with Four Idioms of Distress Among Latino Psychiatric Outpatients
Diabetes Mellitus
This chapter focuses on important biobehavioral and psychosocial factors related to the development and treatment of diabetes mellitus. It begins with an introductory overview that defines diabetes, describes the most common forms, discusses the most recent updates regarding how diabetes should be diagnosed, and provides prevalence statistics, including those that demonstrate the existence of ethnicity-related health care disparities. Next, sever…
Do hunger and exposure to food affect scores on a measure of hedonic hunger? An experimental study
Pilot Test of an Acceptance-Based Behavioral Intervention to Promote Physical Activity During Weight Loss Maintenance
Behavioral interventions for obesity reliably facilitate short-term weight loss, but weight regain is normative. A high level of aerobic exercise may promote weight loss maintenance. However, adopting and maintaining a high level of exercise is challenging, and experiential acceptance may be important. The aim of this study was to pilot test the feasibility and efficacy of an acceptance-based behavioral treatment to promote moderate-to-vigorous p…
Enhancing physical activity promotion in midlife women with technology-based self-monitoring and social connectivity
This pilot study tested a novel program to promote adoption and maintenance of aerobic activity in midlife women. Lifestyle modification group sessions were held weekly for 3 months, followed by two booster sessions during the 3-month maintenance phase. During all 6 months of the program, participants used a physical activity sensor to automate self-monitoring and a web platform to facilitate social connectivity. Aerobic exercise increased from 6…
Mother–child interactions at six months postpartum are not predicted by maternal histories of abuse and neglect or maltreatment type
Findings suggest that nonclinical postpartum women with CM histories show resilience regarding postpartum parenting quality and do not differentiate from non-CM maltreated postpartum mothers. We discuss the potential influence of resilience, moderating factors, clinical implications, and recommendations based on our findings. (PsycINFO Database Record
Body image satisfaction among male military veterans with cancer
Impaired body satisfaction is commonly reported among cancer patients. This study prospectively evaluated body image disturbance among male military veterans with head and neck or colorectal cancer. Patients ( N = 109) completed measures at three points post-diagnosis. Results showed about one-third of participants reporting body-related concerns. Endorsement did not change significantly during the study period. Predictors of worse body satisfact…
Preventing cardiovascular disease in midlife women with HIV
Midlife women with HIV (WWH) are disproportionately impacted by cardiovascular disease (CVD), yet little is known about perceptions of CVD risk and the factors that influence engagement in heart health behaviors in this population. Few (if any) studies have used a qualitative approach to examine these perceptions, which has important implications for minimizing the negative impact of HIV-related noncommunicable diseases, the risk for which increa…
Adapting, testing, and refining a resilience intervention for older women with HIV
Half of persons with HIV in the United States (US), many of whom are women, are over age 50. Aging women with HIV (WWH) face unique biopsychosocial challenges, including stigma, the physiological effects of aging, and illness-associated stressors. Resilience interventions can build awareness of such stressors and aid in facilitating the relaxation response; however, no existing interventions specifically cater to the needs of older WWH. The conte…
Medicine (9 works) · Psychology (8 works) · Psychiatry (7 works) · Clinical Psychology (5 works) · Psychological intervention (5 works) · Gerontology (4 works) · Eating Disorders and Behaviors (3 works) · Obesity, Physical Activity, Diet (3 works) · Psychosocial (3 works) · Clinical Psychology (2 works)