Evaluation of quality of life (QoL) of students of the University of Third Age (U3A) on the basis of socio-demographic factors and health status

2011 ◽  
Vol 53 (2) ◽  
pp. e198-e202 ◽  
Author(s):  
Halina Zielińska-Więczkowska ◽  
Kornelia Kędziora-Kornatowska ◽  
Waldemar Ciemnoczołowski
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Health Status ◽  
Demographic Factors ◽  
Third Age ◽  
Socio Demographic Factors ◽  
The University

scholarly journals Evaluation of the roles of HIV co-infection and socio-demographic factors as determinants of Quality of Life among Nigerians with Tuberculosis

2018 ◽  
Vol 17 (1) ◽  
pp. 21-29
Author(s):  
Peter J Olagunju ◽  
Olukemi O Odukoya ◽  
Andrew T Olagunju ◽  
Mobolanle R Balogun
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Medical Science ◽  
Demographic Factors ◽  
Public Health Problem ◽  
World Health ◽  
Physical Aspect ◽  
Global Public Health ◽  
World Health Organization Quality ◽  
Socio Demographic Factors

Background: Tuberculosis [TB] remains a major global public health problem, and particularly in resource-restricted settings with disproportionately high burden. This study is aimed at assessing quality of life [QoL] and the roles of HIV co-infection along with socio-demographic factors on QoL among subjects with TB.Methodology: This is a multi-center cross-sectional study among 440 participants recruited by multi-stage sampling technique across 40 Directly Observed Treatment Short-course [DOTS] centres. Interviews were done using designed questionnaire to collect information on socio-demographic and clinical details of respondents. Subsequently, the World Health Organization Quality of Life-BREF [WHOQOL-BREF] questionnaire was used to evaluate QoL.Results: Most (61.1%) of the participants was aged between 21 and 40 years, 61.6% were married and 74.5% had a paid job. Majority of the subjects reported fair QoL across all domains. Employment status and monthly income were significantly associated with participants overall QoL and their satisfaction with health (p<0.05). Also, age, gender, marital status, ethnicity and educational status were significantly associated with the social domain of QoL. The HIV co-infection was found to be significantly associated with the physical aspect of their QoL (p<0.05).Conclusion: Optimal treatment of HIV co-infection and incorporation of psychosocial medicine into TB management are indicated for improved QoL. Similarly, routine assessment of QoL is desirable.Bangladesh Journal of Medical Science Vol.17(1) 2018 p.21-29

scholarly journals Physical activity and quality of life according to students of the University of the Third Age

2017 ◽  
Vol 31 (4) ◽  
pp. 45-56
Author(s):  
Marlena Skwiot ◽  
Barbara Juśkiewicz-Swaczyna
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Physical Activity ◽  
Life Quality ◽  
Young Age ◽  
Health State ◽  
Activity Levels ◽  
The Third ◽  
Socio Demographic Factors ◽  
The University

Abstract Introduction: Along with the rising life expectancy, there occurs an increased interest in geriatric care and in assessment of life quality in elderly persons. This study sought to examine the effects of physical activity on the quality of life in students of the University of the Third Age (UTA). Another purpose was to determine correlations between physical activity at a young age and the level of health state and physical activity at the time of the research as well as assessing the effects of socio-demographic factors on the quality of life in elderly individuals. Material and methods: The study included 138 UTA students (113 females and 25 males) aged 50 and above from Warminsko-mazurskie region. The questionnaire consisting of two parts was applied as a research tool. The first part included the authors’ own questionnaire with general questions as well as questions regarding physical activity levels at a young age and at the time of the research. The second part was made up of the standardised WHOQOL-BREF questionnaire (shorter version of WHOQOL) which was used to assess the subjects’ quality of life. Results: No significant differences between physical activity levels at a young age and at the time of the research were noted (p < 0.05). Self-evaluation of both life quality and heath state was significantly higher in individuals engaged in vigorous and moderate physical activity (p < 0.05) than in the other group. Conclusions: Physical activity of UTA students determines their quality of life and health state. Socio-demographic factors such as sex, age and a place of living influence the scores regarding the quality of life in WHOQOL-BREF domains.

scholarly journals Changes in the quality of life of female participants from the University of the Third Age and their predictors

2019 ◽  
Vol 2019 (3) ◽  
pp. 19-25 ◽  
Author(s):  
Anna Leś ◽  
Monika Guszkowska ◽  
Ewa Kozdroń ◽  
Joanna Piotrowska ◽  
Ewa Niedzielska ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Third Age ◽  
The Third ◽  
The University

The importance of socio-demographic factors for the quality of life of adults with congenital heart disease

2010 ◽  
Vol 20 (2) ◽  
pp. 169-177 ◽  
Author(s):  
Matthäus Vigl ◽  
Eva Niggemeyer ◽  
Alfred Hager ◽  
Gerda Schwedler ◽  
Siegfried Kropf ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Congenital Heart Disease ◽  
Heart Disease ◽  
Congenital Heart ◽  
Demographic Factors ◽  
Socio Demographic Factors

scholarly journals The quality of life profile among students of the University of the Third Age

2016 ◽  
Vol 8 (3) ◽  
pp. 49-59
Author(s):  
Ewa Kupcewicz ◽  
Malgorzata Kusmierczyk ◽  
Barbara Wilk ◽  
Agnieszka Zajaczkowska ◽  
Aleksandra Zakrzewska
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Third Age ◽  
The Third ◽  
The University

scholarly journals Impact of Socio-demographic factors on Quality of life in Medical Students of Eastern Saudi Arabia

2021 ◽  
Vol 20 (2) ◽  
pp. 250-257
Author(s):  
Mohammad Ayoob ◽  
Abdulrehman Alsultan ◽  
Nurjahan Begam ◽  
Saleh Al Sumaih ◽  
Hamad Waleed Albuali
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Medical Students ◽  
Demographic Factors ◽  
Family Type ◽  
Monthly Income ◽  
Undergraduate Medical Students ◽  
Socio Demographic Factors ◽  
Academic Year

Background: Quality of life of medical students may influenced by different socio-demographic components and disrupt their capability to study medicine. An in-depth exploration of these elements may encourage enhancement in learning and retention of medical students. Aim: This study was designed to identify the role of socio-demographic factors in quality of life in undergraduate medical students. Material and Method: A cross-sectional study was conducted among 223 undergraduate medical students (male = 125, females = 98) at King Faisal University, Saudi Arabia between February and September 2019. An Arabic version of WHOQOL-BREF was used to explore the QOL of medical students. Regression analysis were employed to evaluate association between QOL and socio-demographic factors including age, sex, academic year, family type, area of residence, monthly income, parental education and housing status. Result: The results showed a significant relationship between various socio-demographic variables and quality of life. The findings of the study revealed that gender, academic year, marital status, monthly income and family type were found significant predictors of quality of life among medical students. Conclusion: The present study has explored the impact of socio-demographic factors on the quality of life of medical students. Bangladesh Journal of Medical Science Vol.20(2) 2021 p.250-257

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