scholarly journals The effect of social capital on non-suicidal self-injury and suicidal behaviors among college students in Greece during the current economic crisis

2018 ◽  
Vol 63 (1) ◽  
pp. 100-112 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kleio Koutra ◽  
Ann W Roy ◽  
Efrosini D Kokaliari
Keyword(s):  
College Students ◽  
Social Capital ◽  
Economic Crisis ◽  
Social Work Practice ◽  
Suicidal Behaviors ◽  
Affective States ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Self Injury ◽  
Current Economic Crisis ◽  
Negative Affective States

This cross-sectional study examines the effects of social capital on non-suicidal self-injury and self-injurious behaviors among 632 Greek college students during the current economic crisis. This is a quantitative study which uses a set of normed instruments to measure non-suicidal self-injury and suicidal behaviors. After controlling for a set of demographic variables, and negative affective states, social capital was not found to have an effect on non-suicidal self-injury or suicidal behaviors ( p > .05). Results suggest that negative affective states such as depression and stress are important factors in the likelihood that students will engage in non-suicidal self-injury and suicidal behaviors. Implications for social work practice and education are discussed.

Prevalence and Correlates of Suicidal Behaviors among College Students in Northeastern China: a Cross-Sectional Study

2017 ◽  
Vol 89 (2) ◽  
pp. 359-370 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tingting Gao ◽  
Yu-Tao Xiang ◽  
Han Zhang ◽  
Jinglei Gao ◽  
Yixi Kong ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
College Students ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Northeastern China ◽  
Suicidal Behaviors ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional

scholarly journals Social capital and career planning amongst first generation and non-first generation high school and college students in Germany: a social network analysis approach

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Britta Wittner ◽  
Simone Kauffeld
Keyword(s):  
College Students ◽  
High School ◽  
Social Capital ◽  
High School Students ◽  
First Generation ◽  
Career Planning ◽  
School Students ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Planning Stage ◽  
First Semester

AbstractAn important factor for First Generation High School students (FGS) in higher education is social capital. To highlight differences in social capital between FGS and their Non-FGS peers (NFGS) by analysing the structure of their ego-centred social networks and its’ effect on their career planning, we conducted two cross-sectional studies: on high school students during their first career planning stage and on college students at the beginning of their first semester. FGS have significantly less social capital in their networks than NFGS during school and university. Having academic supporters is associated with career planning amongst high school students, having instrumental support for career planning amongst college students.

scholarly journals Association of ADHD symptoms, depression and suicidal behaviors with anxiety in Chinese medical college students

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yanmei Shen ◽  
Yaru Zhang ◽  
Bella Siu Man Chan ◽  
Fanchao Meng ◽  
Tingyu Yang ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
College Students ◽  
Medical Students ◽  
Suicide Attempts ◽  
Mainland China ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Physical Disorder ◽  
Adhd Symptoms ◽  
Suicidal Behaviors ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Medical College

Abstract Background Anxiety is one of the most common psychiatric disorders and imposes a great burden on both individuals and societies. Previous studies indicate a high comorbidity of anxiety disorders and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). However, few studies have examined the comorbidity of anxiety and ADHD among medical college students in mainland China. This study aimed to examine the prevalence of anxiety and the associated risk factor of anxiety disorder as well as to explore the association between ADHD symptoms, depression, suicidal behaviors and anxiety.Methods A cross-sectional design was employed among 4882 medical college students who were recruited and enrolled with convenience sampling. Self-reported demographic information and clinical characteristics were collected online on a computer or through a social media app named Wechat. Results: The prevalence of anxiety in this study was 19.9%. Students with anxiety were more likely to have a poor relationship with parents, be of Han nationality, have smoking or drinking habits, have an extensive physical disorder history and have engaged in suicidal behaviors. The independent risk factors for anxiety were: smoking, physical disorder history, suicidal ideations, suicide attempts, inattention and hyperactivity. Significant associations were observed between anxiety and depression, inattention, hyperactivity, suicide plans and suicide attempts. Limitations: The participants were mainly females.Conclusions Nearly 1 in five medical students suffered from anxiety. The findings of this study indicate the importance of addressing both anxiety and ADHD symptoms in order to better promote mental health and the well-being of medical students as well as reduce suicidal behaviors.

Positive and Negative Affective Processes Associated With Firearm Acquisition and Ownership

2020 ◽  
Vol 39 (10) ◽  
pp. 861-875
Author(s):  
Craig J. Bryan ◽  
Annabelle O. Bryan ◽  
Michael A. Anestis
Keyword(s):  
Negative Affect ◽  
Positive Affect ◽  
Negative Affectivity ◽  
Affective States ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Affective Processes ◽  
Negative Affective States ◽  
Self Protection ◽  
Positive And Negative Affectivity

Introduction: To examine positive and negative affective processes associated with firearm acquisition and firearm ownership. Methods: An online cross-sectional survey assessing firearm ownership, reasons for firearm ownership, intentions to acquire a firearm in the next 12 months, and positive and negative affective states was administered to 6,200 U.S. adults (49.0% male, 51.0% female). Results: Mean negative and positive affect were significantly elevated among protective firearm owners (i.e., those who kept firearms for the primary purpose of self-protection) and participants intending to acquire a firearm. Protective firearm owners intending to acquire another firearm reported significantly higher negative affect than all other subgroups. Within this subgroup, negative affect and positive affect were positively correlated. Among all other subgroups, negative and positive affect were either negatively correlated or uncorrelated. Discussion: The intention to acquire firearms and protective firearm ownership are associated with both positive and negative affectivity. Typical cognitive-affective processes may be disrupted among protective firearm owners intending to acquire another firearm.

scholarly journals Motivations to Use Mobile Virtual Social Networks and Their Related Social Capital Among College Students: A Cross-sectional Study

2018 ◽  
pp. 151-158
Author(s):  
Majid Barati ◽  
Fatemeh Heidari-Moghis ◽  
Babak Moeini ◽  
Mohammad Babamiri ◽  
Maryam Afshari ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
College Students ◽  
Social Capital ◽  
Social Networks ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional
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