Community Participants Research Articles

Food systems narratives in Colombia: embracing diverse perspectives can enable hybrid innovation pathways that address food system challenges

Abstract When analyzing food systems challenges, considering multiple different narratives might lead to solutions that are more innovative and grounded in the local context relative to considering just a single narrative. However, the relationship between narrative diversity and innovation in food systems is not fully understood. Understanding the structure of and interactions between different food systems narratives can help researchers to identify opportunities (e.g., policies, interventions, and institutions) that could facilitate food systems transformations. This paper explores how narratives about food systems converge and vary between different groups of actors in rural Colombia as well as the implications for the co-development of innovative solutions amongst these actors to address food system challenges. As a case study, we focus on an important national policy initiative in Colombia, A Ciencia Cierta, which connects public science and civil society to implement community-based innovations. We conducted 47 interviews with key stakeholders, including policymakers, facilitators, academics, community leaders, and community participants who had been part of the initiative in Colombia, and experts about narratives in food systems globally. We found that actors (both individuals and groups) possess multiple narratives about food systems which evolve over time and adjust according to varying circumstances. Our findings indicate that hybrid innovations enabled by diverse knowledge(s) provide alternative solutions to overcome challenges faced by actors in food systems. This paper generates theoretical and empirical contributions to the growing study of how epistemic plurality can enhance innovation pathways in food systems.

Digital literacy and strategic (dis)engagement: examining how functional and critical digital literacy shapes participation

ABSTRACT Employing semi-structured interviews enhanced by think aloud and diary methods, this article explores how digital experts (e.g., information/IT/media professionals) and civic advocates (e.g., political party candidates, activists) deploy digital literacy to participate in society. These groups – who are digitally savvy and civically active, respectively – are ideal for exploring the intersection of digital literacy and participation in public, community, and/or political life. This study found that their practices (e.g., reading news, sharing political content, campaigning) are informed by a wealth of functional and critical digital skills and knowledge. These enable them to strategically overcome bias, misinformation, and their own privacy concerns, and to navigate both the potentials and limitations of the internet in line with different ideologies. Their practices, furthermore, often involve what this article refers to as strategic disengagement (i.e., the deliberate withdrawal from engaging with online content and/or platforms). This article shows how functional and critical dimensions of digital literacy can be deployed in tandem to make strategic decisions to participate. In doing so, it problematises the assumption that critical digital literacy is inherently progressive and that online disengagement results necessarily from poor functional digital literacy. The implications of these findings for research and practice are discussed.

Forming a national community of practice of food system planning initiatives aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals

IntroductionThis paper is designed to identify key factors informing the process of developing a United States-based national community of practice of state and regional food system planning efforts aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.MethodsGrounded in an extensive literature review, we employed an exploratory sequential mixed methods design to assess the needs, functions, challenges, and likelihood for participation in a national community of practice aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Data drawn by a series of semi-structured interviews with 25 leading experts, complemented by a set of self-administered online surveys of 35 practitioners of food planning efforts across the nation.ResultsOur integrative findings revealed overwhelmingly interest and need for the development of a national community of practice aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. The findings further indicate that in the process of developing a national community of practice, the principles and functions of shared governance, mutual trust and collective fundraising are essential to supporting credible and coordinated activities that promote equity, reinforce capacity building, promote research on food system measurements, and strengthen advocacy for systemic transformation aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals. Finally, our study revealed a rampant interest in collaboration and knowledge sharing in various stages of the formation of a national community of practice. The majority of the participants appear to be familiar, yet only a small fraction of their organizations appear to be formally aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals.DiscussionOur integrative findings emerge with Wenger’s conceptual framework offering a suitable theoretical grounding in the process of developing a community of practice in food systems planning. The implication of this study denotes the importance of collaboration among academic research institutions, legislators and FPEs within the community that can spur adaptation, innovation, and integration in food system planning, policy, implementation, and monitoring. Coordination in pooling resources and aligning efforts can lead to more efficient use and allocation of funds, ensuring that investments are directed toward the most impactful practices aligned with state and regional food system initiatives and planning efforts.

Measuring Psychopathology in Daily Life

Conceptualization and assessment of psychopathology is shifting away from discrete diagnoses to basic dimensions and processes. However, this transition is mostly supported by cross-sectional research, focusing on between-persons differences despite psychopathological processes being conceptualized at the within-persons level. This lack of within-persons research complicates efforts to conceptualize psychopathology as a complex system of interacting domains. We developed a broad inventory of psychopathology suitable for studying within-persons processes in daily life and between-persons differences in those processes. We evaluated the within- and between-persons hierarchical structure of 27 psychopathology constructs and their correlates in a sample ( N = 300) of mixed community and outpatient participants who provided daily ratings (number of days: M = 12.9). Results supported within- and between-persons structures representing key domains of psychopathology (Internalizing, Detachment, Antagonism, Disinhibition, and Anankastia). The inventory (in long and brief formats) appears suitable for studying psychopathology in intensive longitudinal studies. We make all data and code freely available ( https://osf.io/su3gf/ ).

Enhancing Social Participation in Rural Communities: Analyzing International Experiences and Practical Strategies for Afghanistan

Social participation is a cornerstone of sustainable rural development, particularly in fragile states like Afghanistan. This study investigates the challenges and opportunities of fostering social participation in rural Afghan communities by analyzing successful international models and proposing practical strategies tailored to the local context. Drawing from global experiences in countries such as India, Bangladesh, and South Korea, the research highlights key factors such as policy frameworks, decentralized governance, inclusion of marginalized groups, and capacity building. The study employs a qualitative methodology, integrating secondary data analysis and expert consultations to identify actionable recommendations. Findings reveal that while Afghanistan’s traditional governance structures, like shuras and jirgas, provide a foundation for participation, significant barriers such as gender inequality, limited decentralization, and inadequate resources persist. The proposed strategies emphasize integrating traditional and modern participatory approaches, leveraging digital tools, and enhancing collaboration between government institutions and NGOs. This research contributes to the broader discourse on participatory rural development, offering insights into building resilient, inclusive communities in fragile contexts.

Recommendation section of psychoeducational reports: A barrier or opportunity to promote inclusion in early education and care?

AbstractPsychoeducational reports prepared by the Educational Psychological Service are foundational for special educational support in Norway, ensuring equitable opportunities for development, learning and participation among children with special educational needs in mainstream Early Childhood Education and Care settings. This qualitative study examines the characteristics of recommended goals and support measures in these reports, and how they promote or inhibit inclusion. Through a holistic approach, the study explores individual and social contextual considerations within the recommendation sections of seven reports for children aged 3–5 years. Employing reflexive thematic analysis, our findings suggest that while certain measures promote children's participation in inclusive communities, there is a predominant focus on the individual child. This emphasis often centres on skill acquisition and ability development through performance‐based goals and compensatory measures. However, while most recommendations are individually oriented, certain measures appear generalised and broadly applicable to most children, highlighting the challenges of addressing each child's unique needs in their specific context. The study's implications underscore the necessity for a holistic approach in the field of special education, both at the policy and legislative levels. Such an approach is essential for enabling psychoeducational reports to promote inclusion in early childhood education and care settings.

Investigating the relationship between social media use and the attitudes towards nutrition and body image shame among Iranian female students: A cross-sectional study.

Social media are Internet-based services that allow participation in online communities and exchanges. Considering the high and increasing statistics of the use of social media all over the world and its impact on people's lives, the present study aimed to determine the relationship between social media and nutritional attitudes and body image shame among Iranian female students. This cross-sectional study was performed on 201 female student of Tehran University of Medical Sciences in Tehran, Iran from May to December 2023. Data collection was done using a paper form. Data collection tools included a questionnaire on demographic information, Jahanbani social media use questionnaire, nutrition attitude questionnaire (EAT-26), and Body Image Shame Questionnaire (BISS). SPSS software version 28 was used for the descriptive analysis of the data, to examine the relationships between the studied variables, and to measure and evaluate the accuracy of the AMOS model. Based on the reported results, the indicator of social media usage had a significant and positive direct effect on the attitude towards nutrition of students (P < .05). Additionally, social media usage had a significant and positive direct effect on the indicator of body image shame of students (P < .05). Furthermore, students' attitude towards nutrition had a significant and positive effect on the indicator of body image shame of students (P < .001). The findings underscore the need for interventions that address the negative effects of social media on young women's perceptions of their bodies and their relationship with food. By promoting media literacy, body positivity, and healthy nutritional attitudes, it is possible to mitigate the harmful effects of social media and support the well-being of young women.

AI Can Be a Powerful Social Innovation for Public Health if Community Engagement Is at the Core.

There is a critical need for community engagement in the process of adopting artificial intelligence (AI) technologies in public health. Public health practitioners and researchers have historically innovated in areas like vaccination and sanitation but have been slower in adopting emerging technologies such as generative AI. However, with increasingly complex funding, programming, and research requirements, the field now faces a pivotal moment to enhance its agility and responsiveness to evolving health challenges. Participatory methods and community engagement are key components of many current public health programs and research. The field of public health is well positioned to ensure community engagement is part of AI technologies applied to population health issues. Without such engagement, the adoption of these technologies in public health may exclude significant portions of the population, particularly those with the fewest resources, with the potential to exacerbate health inequities. Risks to privacy and perpetuation of bias are more likely to be avoided if AI technologies in public health are designed with knowledge of community engagement, existing health disparities, and strategies for improving equity. This viewpoint proposes a multifaceted approach to ensure safer and more effective integration of AI in public health with the following call to action: (1) include the basics of AI technology in public health training and professional development; (2) use a community engagement approach to co-design AI technologies in public health; and (3) introduce governance and best practice mechanisms that can guide the use of AI in public health to prevent or mitigate potential harms. These actions will support the application of AI to varied public health domains through a framework for more transparent, responsive, and equitable use of this evolving technology, augmenting the work of public health practitioners and researchers to improve health outcomes while minimizing risks and unintended consequences.

Translation of oral health research priorities into research topics in an equity-based priority setting exercise

BackgroundIn the context of research priority-setting, participants express their research priorities and ideas in various forms, ranging from narratives to explicit topics or questions. However, the transition from these expressions to well-structured research topics or questions is not always straightforward. Challenges intensify when research priorities pertain to interventions or diagnostic accuracy, requiring the conversion of narratives into the Participant, Intervention, Comparator, Outcome (PICO) format.Scope and findingsThis project aimed to understand the challenges of engaging a diverse, multilingual population in setting oral health research priorities. While not a comprehensive priority-setting effort, we modified James Lind Alliance’s (JLA) methods and used thematic analysis to establish a list of priority research topics and questions. This was accomplished by conducting interviews with 40 community participants and 14 dentists from various ethnic backgrounds in Malaysia. The interview language depended on participant preferences, including English, Malay, and Mandarin, with translations handled collaboratively by bilingual research assistants. The process involved thematic analysis, discussion with a research committee, and necessary modifications. Our interpretations revealed distinct categories of participant statements: explicit, complicated, implicit and incomplete. In this study, we identified a three-step approach to translate research ideas that are presented either as explicit statements or as complicated narratives.ConclusionsTranslating community research priorities poses inherent challenges. Our model, although not exhaustive, provides a valuable tool to assist research priority-setting groups in translating these priorities into meaningful research topics and questions, facilitating the equitable inclusion of diverse perspectives. Future research priority-setting endeavours should document their translation processes, thus aiding researchers in understanding and tackling the intricacies of this task.

Current Practices and Perspectives of Artificial Intelligence in the Clinical Management of Eating Disorders: Insights From Clinicians and Community Participants.

Artificial intelligence (AI) could revolutionize the delivery of mental health care, helping to streamline clinician workflows and assist with diagnostic and treatment decisions. Yet, before AI can be integrated into practice, it is necessary to understand perspectives of these tools to inform facilitators and barriers to their uptake. We gathered data on clinician and community participant perspectives of incorporating AI in the clinical management of eating disorders. A survey was distributed internationally to clinicians (n = 116) with experience in eating disorder treatment (psychologists, psychiatrists, etc.) and community participants (n = 155) who reported occurrence of eating disorder behaviors. 59% of clinicians reported use of AI systems (most commonly ChatGPT) for professional reasons, compared to 18% of community participants using them for help-related purposes. While more than half of clinicians (58%) and community participants (53%) were open for AI to help support them, fewer were enthusiastic about their integration (40% and 27%, respectively) and believed that they would significantly improve client outcomes (28% and 13%, respectively). Nine in 10 agreed that AI may be improperly used if individuals are not adequately trained, and could pose new data privacy and security concerns. Most agreed that AI will be convenient, beneficial for administrative tasks, and an avenue for continuous support, but will never outperform human clinicians on relational skills. While many clinicians and community participants are open to the use of AI in eating disorder treatment and recognize its possible wide-ranging benefits, most remain cautious and uncertain about its implementation.

Pengendalian Stunting dan Gizi Buruk di Desa Punti Kecamatan Soromandi Melalui Optimalisasi Posyandu

Stunting and malnutrition are critical issues affecting children in rural areas, including Desa Punti, Kecamatan Soromandi. This community service program aimed to optimize the role of Posyandu (Integrated Service Post) in addressing stunting and improving nutritional awareness among mothers. The methods included participatory community engagement, nutrition education, and monthly health check-ups for children under five. Results showed increased community participation, improved child nutritional status, and enhanced health knowledge among mothers. These findings highlight the potential of Posyandu as a cornerstone for preventive health measures. Further efforts are needed to sustain these initiatives through local stakeholder collaboration.

Vocational knowing and becoming in VET and VTE: How bringing them together can provide new insights for vocational pedagogies

This article addresses how vocational knowing and becoming are cultivated in vocational education and training (VET) as part of upper secondary and adult education, as well as in vocational teacher education (VTE). It is based on a study within a Swedish government initiative aimed at promoting the development of school-relevant research and educational practice in partnership between the academia and the school sector and draws on interviews with VET and VTE teachers. Our findings show that VET and VTE teachers share similar ideas of what a good teacher is and does, and how these qualities are cultivated through participation in various communities of practice. VET and VTE teachers also share ideas of what their students need to become skilled professionals. These ideas include critical judgement, the integration of theory and practice, ethical reflection, and the propensity to handle diversity and relate to the Other. We identify and discuss these as aspects of VET and VTE teachers’ vocational phronesis. Implications for VTE include the need for supporting students’ educational journeys, developing teachings strategies for vocational phronesis and reflecting on the purpose of education.

Development of Teacher Identity Towards Inclusive Voices. A Case Study

Professional development targeted toward promoting inclusive practices remains a challenge throughout schools. In recent years, several studies have been conducted on this matter using different psychological models. According to the Dialogical Self Theory, real changes are possible if they are approached through the analysis of teacher identity and teachers’ repositioning processes. This study analyzed the initial identity positions of two teachers and the changes in relation to their associated voices, centrality and relational system during their participation in a professional learning community. The results show that there are shared positions regarding inclusion, and some teachers easily make the transition toward inclusive voices in positions associated with establishing relationships with families, or developing environments to improve learning processes. The results contribute to understanding the teaching identity related to inclusion and designing training proposals that generate inclusion through dialogical practices that develop inclusiveness in the teachers’ identities.

Language Teachers' Developmental Trajectories as Materials Developers

AbstractLanguage teachers are increasingly expected to develop teaching materials in many contexts. This trend necessitates greater understanding of how language teachers develop their professional practices as materials developers. Applying an ecological perspective in combination with Wenger's theory of Communities of Practice, the present study examines the developmental trajectories of language teachers participating in a materials development community. Adopting a narrative case study approach, this study collected interview data, policy documents, meeting minutes, and personal materials that four language teachers used for developing materials. The findings show that these language teachers' developmental trajectories as materials developers were not linear and were mediated by individual beliefs and policy requirements upon entering the community; their knowledge and skills and the power relations they experienced during the materials development process; and their beliefs and power relations at the end of the project. These findings suggest that language teachers need individualized support and resources at various points throughout their participation in a materials development community to develop their professional practices throughout the process.

Placemaking for inclusive public spaces in South African townships: a community-led approach

ABSTRACT Scholarly engagement on Southern Urban Theory offers an opportunity to analyze and deliberate case studies from cities in the South where planning practices provide useful evidence to support alternative approaches. The practice of placemaking presents a promising methodology for democratic planning in the form of a collaborative, process-orientated practice that reimagines public spaces through participatory design and community engagement. By making use of a case study example in South Africa (Cape Town), this paper positions placemaking within the discourse of southern urban theory and critically examines a community-led placemaking initiative and how participatory design processes effectively enhance local public spaces. The research challenged traditional ideologies of power and top-down planning approaches where change and action are initiated by authorities. It concluded that bottom-up initiatives to transform living environments not only capitalize on community buy-in but yield transformative processes possessing more longevity.

Exploring Experiences of Safety With LGBTQ+ Newcomers in Calgary, Alberta

ABSTRACTLesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer/questioning, and gender and sexual diverse (LGBTQ+) newcomers arrive in Canada, a country renowned as a “safe haven” for those escaping anti‐LGBTQ+ policies. Despite Canada's reputation, notions of safety are not guaranteed as LGBTQ+ newcomers continue to face systems of oppression as they navigate their new country of residence. Drawing from the feminist affect literature, this study sought to understand how LGBTQ+ newcomers navigate and perceive safety. This study employed an arts‐based method called participatory community mapping as well as semistructured interviews to explore six participants' experiences in Calgary, Canada. The findings of this study suggest the complex and vast experiences of LGBTQ+ newcomers upon settlement. LGBTQ+ newcomers face various challenges, such as discrimination, and navigating cultural differences alongside new systems. While adverse experiences were identified, participants also described spaces that elicit a sense of safety. Entering spaces free of judgment, where one can feel authentic to oneself, and fostering community and a sense of belonging, are critical facets of experiencing safety. Several mechanisms were employed to navigate safety, including concealing one's identity, avoiding diasporic communities, or trusting one's instinct. Feeling safe is not static and inherent in various spaces, but rather, requires complex negotiations with other people and considerations for one's LGBTQ+ identity.

Conditioning factors for the scientific productivity of undergraduate students of health sciences at a private Peruvian University: A cross-sectional analytical study

Background The objective of this study was to determine the conditioning factors for scientific research productivity in university students of health sciences. Scientific productivity, in addition to making visible the generation of new knowledge, contributes to the well-being of the population and provides feedback to the scientific community in terms of methodologies, perspectives and results that help to break down barriers that delimit productivity in scientific research. Methods A cross-sectional analytical observational study was conducted. The study population was 4104 students enrolled during the 2021-I semester in the Faculty of Health Sciences of a private Peruvian university. A sample size of 400 students was determined and a stratified probability sampling was used. The variables were measured through surveys. The dependent variable was scientific research productivity, and the independent variables were institutional culture, knowledge management and technological capital. Summary measures are reported according to the type of variable. The chi-square test with a significance level of p&lt;0.05 was applied to assess the association between the variables of interest. A multiple logistic regression analysis was performed using the Stepwise method. Prevalence ratios (PR) with their respective 95% confidence intervals (95%CI) were calculated. Results From the total of 400 students, 74.5% were male, 57.25% were aged between 18 and 27 years, 17% belonged to the school of human medicine and 72% were in their sixth year of studies. Scientific research productivity was associated with management commitment (PR=1.493; 95%CI: 1.077–2.068, p=0.015), sense of personal growth (PR=1.632; 95%CI: 1.041–2.558; p=0.024), recognition by the university (PR=1.385; 95%CI: 1.012–1.896; p=0.043), strategic alliances (PR=1.422; 95%CI: 1.032–1.959; p=0. 03), having research proposals (PR=1.522; 95%CI: 1.114–2.08; p=0.009), dissemination of results obtained (PR=1.542; 95%CI: 1.12–2.122; p=0.01), availability of human resources (PR=1.591; 95%CI: 1.165–2.173; p=0.004), access to equipment and software (PR=1.482; 95%CI: 1.061–2.069; p=0.018) and to laboratories (PR=1.438; 95%CI: 1.047–1.974; p=0.024). Conclusion It is concluded that the research productivity of undergraduate students of health sciences is low. It is imperative to strengthen the university research culture that empowers students as agents of change and strengthens faculty participation in scientific networks and communities.

Unraveling the Association: How Identity Mediates the Impact of Childhood Trauma on Criminal Behavior.

Previous research has consistently linked childhood trauma to criminal behavior in adulthood, yet the mechanisms driving this association remain poorly understood. This study investigated whether identity mediates this relationship, focusing on three identity constructs: consolidated identity, disturbed identity, and lack of identity. Criminal behavior was operationalized as a dichotomous variable, distinguishing between 103 community participants (53.9%) and 88 forensic psychiatric patients (46.1%) in a sample of 191 male participants (Mage = 39.82, SDage = 14.14). Mediation analysis was conducted using PROCESS macro model 4, controlling for age and overall personality dysfunction. The results demonstrated that childhood trauma was associated with adult criminal behavior. Additionally, childhood trauma was positively associated with lack of identity but showed no significant effect on consolidated and disturbed identity. Likewise, lack of identity was the only identity variable associated with criminal behavior and emerged as the sole mediator between childhood trauma and criminal behavior. These findings underscore the important role of identity, particularly the lack of identity, in understanding pathways to criminal behavior. Interventions aimed at strengthening individuals' sense of self may help mitigate criminal tendencies in individuals with a history of childhood trauma, though longitudinal research is needed to further validate these findings.

Self-compassion in chronic pain: Validating the self-compassion scale short-form and exploring initial relationships with pain outcomes.

Validate the English version of the Self-C ompassion Scale S hort-F orm (SCS-SF) as a reliable measure in chronic pain. Explore self-compassion's relationship with pain-related outcomes. A total of 240 chronic pain patients (at 6-months) and 256 community participants (at 12-months) completed two prospective survey studies. SCS-SF psychometric properties were evaluated through exploratory and confirmatory factor analyses (EFA and CFA), exploratory structural equation modelling (ESEM), test-retest reliability (Pearson's r) and internal consistency (Cronbach's α) in both samples. Convergent validity/clinical relevance was assessed in the chronic pain sample via univariate linear regressions between self-compassion and pain intensity, interference, catastrophizing, self-efficacy, anxiety and depression. The SCS-SF showed acceptable internal consistency in both samples (α > 0.70, range = 0.74-0.79), high test-retest reliability over 6-months in the pain sample (r = 0.81, p < .001) and sub-threshold over 12-months in the community (r = 0.59 p < .001). EFA revealed a two-factor model distinguishing compassionate and uncompassionate self-responding in both samples. CFA identified a one-factor and two-factor model in both samples, but it did not meet statistical thresholds. ESEM identified the best fit for the chronic pain group was for a two-factor model (RMSEA and SRMR < 0.08; CFI and TLI > 0.90), whereas no models met acceptable fit criteria in the community group. A two-bifactor Bayesian model had suitable fit in both groups. In the chronic pain sample, SCS-SF and compassionate self-responding negatively predicted pain intensity, interference, anxiety, depression, catastrophizing and positively predicted self-efficacy over 6-months. Uncompassionate self-responding positively predicted anxiety, depression, catastrophizing and negatively predicted self-efficacy but did not predict pain outcomes. The SCS-SF is a reliable and valid measure in chronic pain. Total and sub-factor scores appear to have distinct relationships with pain outcomes. Future research should consider self-compassion as a unitary and/or bifactorial (consisting of compassionate and uncompassionate self-responding) construct in chronic pain when measured using the SCS-SF.

Daily-life walking speed, running duration and bedtime from wrist-worn sensors predict incident dementia: A watch walk - UK biobank study.

To determine if wrist-worn sensor parameters can predict incident dementia in individuals aged 60+years and to compare prediction with other tools. Observational cohort study. Community PARTICIPANTS: The cohort comprised 47,371 participants without dementia, aged 60+years, who participated in the UK Biobank study (mean age=67±4 years; 52% female). Nineteen digital biomarkers were extracted from up-to-7-day wrist-worn sensor accelerometry data at baseline. Univariable and multivariable Cox proportional hazard models examined associations between sensor parameters and prospectively diagnosed dementia. Median follow-up was 7.5 years (interquartile range: 7.0 to 9.0 years), during this time 387 participants (0.8%) were diagnosed with dementia. Among the gait parameters, slower maximal walking speed had the strongest association with incident dementia (32% decrease in hazard for each standard deviation increase) followed by lower daily step counts (30% decrease) and increased step-time variability (17% increase). While adjusting for age and sex, running duration, maximal walking speed and early bedtime were identified as independent and significant predictors of dementia. The multivariable prediction model performed comparably to the ANU-ADRI and UKB-Dementia Risk Score models in the UK Biobank cohort. The study findings indicate that remotely acquired parameters from wrist-worn sensors can predict incident dementia. Since wrist-worn sensors are highly acceptable for long-term use, wrist-worn sensor parameters have the potential to be incorporated into dementia screening programs.