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Papers by Cheryl Haslam

Abstract. This study explored possible gender differences in the self-management of chronic illne... more Abstract. This study explored possible gender differences in the self-management of chronic illness as predictors for self-disclosure to line managers. A survey, sent to participants at a university, found 461 women and 273 men reporting a chronic illness. Findings suggest ...

The British journal of general practice : the journal of the Royal College of General Practitioners, 2000

The Government White Paper, Smoking Kills, published in December 1998, set new and more ambitious... more The Government White Paper, Smoking Kills, published in December 1998, set new and more ambitious targets for reducing maternal smoking. This is despite the fact that consecutive surveys have shown that the prevalence of maternal smoking has not changed since the 1992 targets (White Paper, The Health of the Nation). Based on current literature, including the author's own research on maternal smoking, this article argues that future research and community smoking cessation interventions should: encompass not just pregnant woman but also partners and close family members; pay particular attention to young, socially disadvantaged groups; and develop and evaluate stage-dependent antenatal smoking cessation materials (tailored to the user's level of intention to quit). By adopting these measures, researchers and primary health care professionals may finally reduce infant deaths and the numerous infant and child health problems related to maternal smoking and household tobacco exp...

Social science & medicine (1982), 2000

This study explored pregnant women's assessment of the health risks associated with maternal ... more This study explored pregnant women's assessment of the health risks associated with maternal smoking. The aim was to determine if stage of change relating to smoking is associated with risk assessment. A cross-sectional survey (employing a self-completion questionnaire) was conducted of all women who attended antenatal clinics at Leicester Royal Infirmary, National Health Service Trust, UK over a 2 week period. Questionnaires were completed by 254 respondents. Twenty seven percent of non-smokers agreed with more than 75% of a series of statements about the dangers of maternal smoking compared to 5% of smokers and 44% of women in social class I (highest social class) agreed with more than 75% of the statements compared with only 10% of women in social classes IV and V (lower social class groups). Married women were twice as likely to concur with more than 75% of the health risks compared to single or cohabiting women and 29% of women intending to breastfeed agreed with more than ...

Work & Stress, 2003

... Haslam, Cheryl; Mallon, Krissie. Work & Stress, Vol 17(3), Jul-Sep 2003, 277-285. doi... more ... Haslam, Cheryl; Mallon, Krissie. Work & Stress, Vol 17(3), Jul-Sep 2003, 277-285. doi: 10.1080/02678370310001625649. Abstract. ... The study suggests that high levels of social support may play a role in buffering firefighters from the development of PTSD. ...

Seizure, 1996

Correspondence to: Miss M. Wilde, Medical Student, Clinical Sciences Building, Leicester Royal In... more Correspondence to: Miss M. Wilde, Medical Student, Clinical Sciences Building, Leicester Royal Infirmary, Infirmary Close, Leicester LE1 5WW, UK

Public Money & Management, 1992

Background The 1980s marked a period of considerable change for the universities. It was argued, ... more Background The 1980s marked a period of considerable change for the universities. It was argued, in certain quarters, that universities must react quickly to changing economic conditions, be more flexible and consider the quality and effectiveness of their ...

Psychopharmacology, 1987

Repeated bodily immobilization significantly reduced the food intake of ovariectomized rats. Addi... more Repeated bodily immobilization significantly reduced the food intake of ovariectomized rats. Additionally, immobilization and oestradiol benzoate were found to produce additive effects in depressing feeding. To determine whether serotonergic mechanisms are involved in the stress- and oestrogen-induced anorexia, the 5-HT antagonist cyproheptadine was given to ovariectomized rats that were immobilized and treated with oestradiol benzoate. Cyproheptadine had no effect on the anorexia produced by oestradiol. The food intake of immobilized rats treated with cyproheptadine was similar to control values, suggesting 5-HT involvement in the stress-induced anorexia. However, cyproheptadine had no ameliorating effects on the changes in body weight following immobilization treatment. The implications of these findings are discussed in relation to a possible neuroendocrine basis for anorexia.

Occupational Medicine, 2007

This study examined factors associated with the use of prescribed medication at work. Questionnai... more This study examined factors associated with the use of prescribed medication at work. Questionnaire survey of employees with diagnosed chronic illnesses from four UK organizations. Data were collected on type of chronic illness, health status, health beliefs, work limitations, occupational health support, general practitioner (GP) and line manager support. Data were analysed using univariate logistic regression. A total of 1474 employees with chronic illness participated. Medication use at work (yes versus no) was predicted by age, pain, diagnosis of heart disease, medication use at home, benefit of prescribed medication to health, ease of using medication at work, practical support from families and practical and emotional support from GP and line manager. In a multivariate logistic regression model, medication use at work was predicted by medication use at home and ease of using medication at work only. The ease of taking medication at work was found to be a key predictor of medication use at work, suggesting occupational health may play a vital role in finding ways to support employees in their usage of medication. This may be for example by providing help and guidance in storing medication at work and encouraging employees to disclose medication use to employers and managers where necessary. Occupational health services can help create a workplace culture that places a high value on health, educating staff on the value of looking after their health and the benefits of following advice.

Journal of Public Health, 1997

Smoking during pregnancy is an important challenge to public health. An understanding of the psyc... more Smoking during pregnancy is an important challenge to public health. An understanding of the psychological and sociological bases of maternal smoking is essential to the development of effective smoking cessation interventions. The aim of this study was to explore the psychosocial factors that underpin maternal smoking.

Journal of Public Health, 1999

Background Maternal smoking is known to be associated with low educational status, low social cla... more Background Maternal smoking is known to be associated with low educational status, low social class and younger age groups. The aim of this study was to determine if maternal smoking and stage of change relating to smoking is associated with other maternal variables such as intention to breastfeed and attend antenatal classes, having a planned pregnancy, previous obstetric history and child health problems.

Higher Education, 1993

This study mapped the development of performance appraisal in UK universities and assessed the in... more This study mapped the development of performance appraisal in UK universities and assessed the initial impact of appraisal in four case study institutions. University staff felt that appraisal has had little impact on their motivation, efficiency and performance. One reason for this may be the ambiguity surrounding the intentions of staff appraisal in universities: it is neither a management tool,

Construction Management and Economics, 1991

The recent growth of interest in the strategic decisions made by clients as to how to organize an... more The recent growth of interest in the strategic decisions made by clients as to how to organize and manage their projects has not as yet been matched by any extensive and systematic analysis ofclients' attitudes and approaches towards project management. This paper seeks to ...

Assessment & Evaluation in Higher Education, 1994

Introduction The aim of this article is to report some research findings relating to a study of t... more Introduction The aim of this article is to report some research findings relating to a study of the introduction of performance appraisal in UK universities. The article will be especially concerned to elaborate the implications of the fact that the introduction of appraisal was to a very ...

Applied Ergonomics, 2002

This paper discusses an industrial designer&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;#39;s approach to eliciti... more This paper discusses an industrial designer&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;#39;s approach to eliciting user perceptions and emotional responses to products through visual evaluation and stimuli. Whilst the authors accept that product functionality is crucial for product success, the appearance, use of materials, shape and form provide the most immediate product data for the user. Less tangible issues such as emotional bonding of users with products, cultural perceptions and social value systems, provide valuable insights for the product developer to help expand knowledge and understanding of the users&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;#39; need beyond the functional. This paper presents product personality profiling as a new technique for design researchers/designers, and discusses it alongside other emerging approaches such as mood boards and visual product evaluation. The authors have used these techniques during focus group sessions with users to elicit individuals&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;#39; needs and aspirations towards products. Such a user-centred approach is fundamental to applied ergonomics. Experiences, benefits, and limitations of these techniques are outlined as well as the opportunities for further development.

Journal of Nutrition Education, 2000

This study investigated the reasons for dietary change and whether these self-reported changes re... more This study investigated the reasons for dietary change and whether these self-reported changes result in health-promoting dietary patterns. A cross-sectional survey was conducted of 421 individuals between the ages of 18 and 74, selected randomly from a UK Family Health Services ...

Haslam C, Brown S, Atkinson S and Haslam R. Patients' experiences of medication for anxiety and d... more Haslam C, Brown S, Atkinson S and Haslam R. Patients' experiences of medication for anxiety and depression: effects on working life. Family Practice 2004; 21: 204-212.

W and Haefeli K. Intention to breastfeed and other important health-related behaviour and beliefs... more W and Haefeli K. Intention to breastfeed and other important health-related behaviour and beliefs during pregnancy. Family Practice 2003; 20: 528-530.