Karyn J Roberts

Dr. Karyn J Roberts

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Academic Career Length

6Years (2021-Present)

(Calculated once Scilit publication data is synced: current year − year of first publication + 1)

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20 January 2023 in Children
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SSShelley Spurr
Shelley Spurr
CDCynthia A. Danford
Cynthia A. Danford
KRKaryn J Roberts
Karyn J Roberts
DLDebra Francine Sheppard LeMoine
Debra Francine Sheppard LeMoine
FSFernanda Machado Silva-Rodrigues
Fernanda Machado Silva-Rodrigues
Suja SomanadhanSuja Somanadhan
Suja Somanadhan
The prevalence of children living with chronic health conditions is increasing worldwide and can disrupt family roles, relationships, function, and parental involvement in family caregiving. The purpose of this systematic review was to explore fathers’ experiences and involvement in caring for a child with a chronic condition. Systematic searches using seven databases were conducted. Study criteria included (1) peer-reviewed original research in English, Spanish, French, or Portuguese, (2) children less than 19 years of age with a chronic condition, (3) fathers (biological or guardian) as direct informants, and (4) outcomes addressing fathers’ experience, perceptions, and/or involvement in the child’s care. Data were synthesized from ten articles reflecting eight separate studies that utilized quantitative designs. Three areas of focus were identified: Family Functioning, Father’s Psychological Health, and Need for Support. Data suggested increased involvement from the father in caring for their child with a chronic condition was associated with improved family functioning, increased anxiety and distress, decreased self-esteem, and increased need for support. This review revealed a paucity of data regarding fathers’ experiences and involvement when caring for a child with a chronic condition, with that available primarily from developed countries. Rigorous empirical studies are needed to deepen understanding of how fathers are involved in the care of their child with a chronic condition.

1 March 2021 in Journal of Pediatric Nursing
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KRKaryn J Roberts
Karyn J Roberts
HBHelen J. Binns
Helen J. Binns
CVCatherine Vincent
Catherine Vincent
MKMary Dawn Koenig
Mary Dawn Koenig

26 August 2021 in Journal of Advanced Nursing
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KRKaryn J Roberts
Karyn J Roberts
MPMichele L. Polfuss
Michele L. Polfuss
EMEmma C. Marston
Emma C. Marston
RDRenée L. Davis
Renée L. Davis

13 May 2022 in International Journal of Obesity
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KRKaryn J Roberts
Karyn J Roberts
AAAdolfo J. Ariza
Adolfo J. Ariza
KSKavitha Selvaraj
Kavitha Selvaraj
MQMaheen Quadri
Maheen Quadri
CMCaren Mangarelli
Caren Mangarelli
HBHelen Binns
Helen Binns

29 September 2025 in International Nursing Review
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Lindsay Mervyn SmithLindsay Mervyn Smith
Lindsay Mervyn Smith
KRKaryn J Roberts
Karyn J Roberts
BGBarbara Giambra
Barbara Giambra
MPMichele Polfuss
Michele Polfuss
CDCynthia A. Danford
Cynthia A. Danford
SFSuzanne Feetham
Suzanne Feetham
Background and Introduction: Healthcare policy establishes guidelines for delivering safe and effective healthcare, achieving and improving health‐related outcomes, and mitigating public health risks. Nurses are uniquely positioned to lead healthcare policy development; however, evidence of nurses’ engagement in policymaking is limited. This umbrella review aims to examine and summarize nurses’ involvement in healthcare policy development aimed at transforming health. Methods: Following the Joanna Briggs Institute umbrella review methodology, a systematic search was conducted across seven databases for peer‐reviewed literature. Quality and risk of bias were assessed using the ROBIS tool. Data were analyzed using qualitative content analysis and meta‐synthesis. This review is registered in PROSPERO (ID: CRD42023458475). Results: The search yielded 591 records, which were evaluated using PRISMA guidelines. Articles ( N = 7) were included if they were written in English, Japanese, or Arabic, reported a literature review study, and participants were registered or licensed nurses. Four master themes were identified: (1) diminished support and preconceived expectations of nurses’ roles in policy development contributed to individual, organizational, and system‐level barriers; (2) hierarchical marginalization of nurses’ voices, interprofessional and gender dynamics, and limited leadership roles of nurses impact meaningful participation; (3) nurses’ internal perceptions, knowledge, and beliefs regarding power, role expectations, and interest, limit involvement in policy development; and (4) the development of skills and understanding of policy through education, training, modeling, and mentorship is foundational for informed and authentic engagement. Conclusions: None of the included reviews identified nurses’ engagement in healthcare policy development. Lack of engagement was due to multilevel barriers, hierarchical marginalization, and limited skills. Implications for Nursing and Healthcare Policy: Nurses are the voice of patient, family, and community health and well‐being. This responsibility requires our engagement in healthcare policy development at all levels. Including nurses in healthcare policy development is crucial in creating healthcare that is fit for purpose and in the sustainability of the nursing workforce.

13 April 2023 in Nutrients
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Karyn J Roberts
ECEileen Chaves
Eileen Chaves
(1) Background: Obesity and eating disorders (ED) can coexist resulting in worse health outcomes. Youth with ED are more likely to have obesity relative to peers with a healthy weight. Pediatric providers deliver first-line care to children and youth of all sizes and body shapes from infancy to adolescents. As healthcare providers (HCPs), we bring biases into our practice. Learning to recognize and address these biases is needed to provide the best care for youth with obesity. (2) Purpose: This paper aims to summarize the literature regarding the prevalence of ED beyond binge eating in youth with obesity and discuss how the intersection of weight, gender, and racial biases impact the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of ED. We provide recommendations for practice and considerations for research and policy. (3) Conclusions: The assessment and treatment of ED and disordered eating behaviors (DEBs) in youth with obesity is complex and requires a holistic approach. This approach begins with identifying and understanding how one’s implicit biases impact care. Providing care from a patient-centers lens, which considers how the intersection of multiple stigmatized identities increases the risk for DEBs in youth with obesity may improve long-term health outcomes.