scholarly journals Does Size Matter? Perceptions of Indian Women About the Size of the Penis

2021 ◽  
pp. 263183182110239
Author(s):  
Gajanan Shripad Bhat ◽  
Anuradha Shastry
Keyword(s):  
Sexual Satisfaction ◽  
Indian Subcontinent ◽  
Multivariate Regression Analysis ◽  
P Value ◽  
Sexually Active ◽  
Indian Women ◽  
Female Partners ◽  
Item Questionnaire ◽  
Media Platform ◽  
Size Matter

Background: Many men express concerns about their penile size, with respect to its role in sexual satisfaction of their female partners. The evidence to the contrary exists in the Western literature. However, similar evidence is lacking in a conservative society like India. Aim: This study aimed to evaluate the perception of Indian women about the size of the penis of their male partners with respect to sexual satisfaction. Methodology: A questionnaire-based study was carried out using a 20-item questionnaire in a sample of 230 sexually active Indian women, who answered the questionnaire either using pen and paper or using social media platform such as WhatsApp. Both the univariate and multivariate regression analysis was done using GraphPad software (©2020 GraphPad Software, Inc, California, USA). A P value less than .05 was considered statistically significant. Results: The study was conducted from January 2015 to December 2020. As per the accrued opinion of the women who participated in the study, there was no statistically significant correlation between the size of the penis and the sexual satisfaction. Conclusion: There is hardly any literature on the perception of women from a conservative society like India about the size of the penis of their partners in relation to the sexual satisfaction. Hence, the data from this study, which is the first of its kind form the Indian subcontinent, can be the basis to allay fears of men expressing their concerns about the size of their penis in this part of the world.

scholarly journals Patient Awareness of Cost of Treatment at a Government Sponsored Hospital in India

2019 ◽  
Vol 39 (3) ◽  
pp. 147-154
Author(s):  
. Ritesh ◽  
Harsh Mohinder Singh ◽  
Bikram Jit Singh
Keyword(s):  
Cost Estimation ◽  
Multivariate Regression Analysis ◽  
Survey Study ◽  
P Value ◽  
Treatment Technique ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Box Plots ◽  
Free Treatment ◽  
Costs Of Treatment ◽  
Independent Variable

Introduction: To evaluate the awareness amongst the beneficiary about the costs of medical services in a hospital which provides all services at no cost and also to analyse whether education level of the beneficiary client, number of days stayed in hospital and their prior exposure of being treated on payment in other hospital has some bearing on cost estimation by the participants. Method: It was a cross sectional questionnaire based survey study. A total of 130 beneficiary clientele of a government hospital were interviewed. Two sample ‘t’ test and ANOVA were used for statistical analysis. Multivariate regression analysis was used to study effect of more than one independent variable on cost estimation. Scatter plot and box plots were used to study standard deviation. Results: It revealed poor awareness of people in cost estimation of medical expenses. A significant ‘p’ value of < 0.05 was observed with respect to length of stay (p = 0.003), treatment modality (p = 0.000) and multivariate variable (treatment technique along with exposure to treatment in paid hospital, p = 0.008). Conclusion: The beneficiary clientele in a hospital with free treatment generally not aware about the exuberant costs of treatment born by the state.

scholarly journals Demographic Factor Influencing Lecturer Publication Performances in Indonesia

2020 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
CAKTI INDRA GUNAWAN
Keyword(s):  
Multivariate Regression Analysis ◽  
Assessment System ◽  
Research Assessment ◽  
Academic Rank ◽  
P Value ◽  
Administrative Positions ◽  
Administrative Position ◽  
And Gender ◽  
The University ◽  
Relationship Of

This study aims to determine the demographic factors that affect lecturer publication performances in Indonesia. Data of lecturer profile consisting of academic rank, administrative position, highest education, the country where lecturers received their degrees (overseas or regional), age, work years, and gender was collected from the Ministry of Research online database. This study employs data from 658 lecturers in the faculties of economics and business from 7 universities in Indonesia. The lecturer publication score was obtained from the Indonesian research assessment system called SINTA. To find out the relationship of these factors on the performance of lecturers' publications, multivariate regression analysis with a 95% confidence level was carried out and followed by the Tukey test. Academic rank, highest education, and the university where the lecturer received their degree had a significant influence (p-value <0.05) on the 3-years and overall publication performance. Gender and administrative positions only have a significant effect on the 3-years publication performance, while age and work years did not significantly influence publication performance. The results of this study can be used by lecturer management policymakers in developing countries, especially in Indonesia to make appropriate strategies in developing lecturer resources.

scholarly journals Efek Samping Terapi Antiretroviral dan Kepatuhan Berobat Penderita HIV/AIDS

2021 ◽  
Vol 12 (3) ◽  
pp. 389
Author(s):  
Rico Januar Sitorus ◽  
Novrikasari Novrikasari ◽  
Rizma Adliah Syakurah ◽  
Merry Natalia
Keyword(s):  
Medication Adherence ◽  
Side Effects ◽  
Opportunistic Infection ◽  
Multivariate Regression Analysis ◽  
Adherence Rate ◽  
P Value ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Treatment Side Effects ◽  
The City ◽  
Hiv Aids

<p>Antiretroviral treatment side-effects and patient compliance with medical instructions continue to be a growing challenge for HIV/AIDS patients. Arv therapy has resulted in a substantial intervention that has been successful in preventing transmission and opportunistic infection. The main objective of this study was to analyze the association between side-effects of ARV therapy and medication adherence as well as another potential confounding such as opportunistic infection, family support, stress level, knowledge of ARV, marital status, and occupation. This study is a quantitative approach by using cross-sectional methods. A total of 244 respondents from 1.180 patients with confirmed HIV registered in the Care Support and Treatment (CST) service and Sriwijaya Community in the City of Palembang to respond to the survey. Non-random sampling was used to collect the samples. As the result, the majority of the respondents were male (84,43 %), ≥30 years old (57,4%), and secondary school graduates (52%). After adjusting with stress and opportunistic infection variable, a Multivariate regression analysis revealed a positive relationship between side effects and medication adherence (p-value of 0,041; 0,05), OR Adj 2,131 (1,190-4,988). PLHV who had adverse effects had a 2.131 times worse adherence rate than those who did not. In conclusion, medication adherence must be greatly improved in light of therapeutic side effects, stress levels, and opportunistic infection.</p>

A Study on Effect of Job Design and Ergonomics on Employee Performance in Indian Automotive Sector

Metamorphosis ◽  
2021 ◽  
pp. 097262252110337
Author(s):  
Shilki Bhatia ◽  
Arshia Arora
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Regression Analysis ◽  
Multivariate Regression ◽  
Employee Performance ◽  
Multivariate Regression Analysis ◽  
Job Design ◽  
P Value ◽  
Automotive Sector ◽  
Confirmatory Factor ◽  
Design For Safety

Growing competition and the increasing need for adaptability often require organizations to switch and convert themselves according to the demand of circumstances. In this process of reformation, employee performance gets affected by many aspects. Aiming at connecting two broad occupational concepts this article analyses and tests the effect of Job Design and Ergonomics on Employee Performance and the relatedness of Job Design and Ergonomics. The research was conducted in 32 organizations, having managers and supervisors at about 64 categories of designations handling teams of workers in the manufacturing units, of the automotive sector of India. This quantitative study, based on a sample collected through 5 points Likert scale questionnaires, was analysed using Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA), correlation, and multivariate regression analysis. The results manifested that CFA model and regression analysis described a significant impact of Job Design and Ergonomics on Employee Performance. The correlation outcomes revealed that Job Design and Ergonomics were well connected having p-value of .00, p < .005. The findings suggested, while focusing on improving the employee upshot, it becomes necessary for organizations to include Ergonomics in Job Design as a Design for Safety.

P–707 Does the dose or type of gonadotropin affect the reproductive outcomes of poor responders undergoing modified natural cycle IVF (MNC-IVF)?

2021 ◽  
Vol 36 (Supplement_1) ◽  
Author(s):  
P Drakopoulos ◽  
L Boudry ◽  
S Mackens ◽  
M. D Vos ◽  
G Verheyen ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Live Birth ◽  
Ovarian Response ◽  
Multivariate Regression Analysis ◽  
University Hospital ◽  
P Value ◽  
Poor Responders ◽  
Reproductive Outcomes ◽  
Birth Rates ◽  
Gnrh Antagonists ◽  
Live Birth Rates

Abstract Study question Does the dose or type of gonadotropin affect the reproductive outcomes of poor responders undergoing MNC-IVF? Summary answer Neither the type nor the dose of gonadotropins affects the reproductive outcomes of poor responders undergoing MNC-IVF. What is known already Poor ovarian response (POR) to ovarian stimulation remains a major therapeutic challenge in routine IVF practice, because of the association with low live birth rates and high cancellation rates. Although high doses of gonadotropins are traditionally used to stimulate the ovaries in women with predicted POR, MNC-IVF has been proposed as a mild-approach alternative in this population. Typically, the MNC protocol includes GnRH-antagonists to avoid premature ovulation and gonadotropin add-back stimulation at the late follicular phase. However, evidence is sparse, and there is no consensus regarding a specific dose or type of gonadotropins in this mild stimulation protocol. Study design, size, duration This is a retrospective cohort study including patients attending a tertiary referral University Hospital from 1st January 2017 until 1st March 2020. Participants/materials, setting, methods All women who underwent MNC-IVF in our center were included. Gonadotropins [recombinant FSH (rFSH), urinary FSH (uFSH) or highly purified human menopausal gonadotrophin (hp-hMG)] were started when a follicle with a mean diameter of 12–14 mm was observed on ultrasound scan, followed by GnRH antagonists (0.25mg/day) from the next day onwards. Mature oocytes were inseminated using ICSI. Main results and the role of chance In total, 484 patients undergoing 1398 cycles were included. Mean (SD) age and serum AMH were 38.2 (3.7) years and 0.46 (0.78) ng/ml, respectively. The daily dose of gonadotropins was either &lt;75 IU/d [11/1398 (0.8%)] or 75 to &lt; 100 IU/d [1303/1398 (93.2%)] or ≥ 100 IU/d [84/1398 (6%)]. Patients were stimulated with: rFSH [251/1398 (18%)], uFSH [45/1398 (3.2%)] or hp-hMG [1102/1398 (78.8%)]. Biochemical and clinical pregnancy rates were 142/1398 (10.1%) and 119/1398 (8.5%). Live birth was achieved in 80/1398 (5.7%) of cycles. Live birth rates (LBR) were similar between the different type and doses of gonadotropins (p-value 0.3 and 0.51, respectively). The GEE multivariate regression analysis adjusting for relevant confounders (age, BMI, number of MII oocytes) showed that the type of treatment strategy (rFSH/uFSH/hp-hMG) and the dose of gonadotropins were not significantly associated with LBR (coefficient 0.01 and –0.02, p value 0.09 and 0.3, respectively). Limitations, reasons for caution The main limitation is the retrospective design of our study, with an inherent risk of bias. Wider implications of the findings: This is the first and largest study evaluating MNC-IVF protocol modalities. Our data demonstrate that any type of gonadotropin can be used and there is no benefit from daily doses beyond 75IU. Trial registration number N/A

scholarly journals Consonant Cluster Acquisition by L2 Thai Speakers

2017 ◽  
Vol 10 (7) ◽  
pp. 216 ◽  
Author(s):  
Apichai Rungruang
Keyword(s):  
Second Language Acquisition ◽  
First Language ◽  
P Value ◽  
Consonant Cluster ◽  
Item Questionnaire ◽  
Listening Skill ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Second Year ◽  
Listening And Speaking ◽  
Speaking Skills

Attempts to account for consonant cluster acquisition are always made into two aspects. One is transfer of the first language (L1), and another is markedness effects on the developmental processes in second language acquisition. This study has continued these attempts by finding out how well Thai university students were able to perceive English onset and coda clusters when they were second year and fourth year students. This paper also aims to investigate Thai speakers’ opinions about their listening and speaking skills, and whether their course subjects enhanced their performance. To fulfil the first objective, a pretest and posttest were launched to measure how the 34 Thai participants were able to identify 40 onset and 120 coda clusters at different periods of time. The statistical findings show that even though their overall scores in the fourth year were higher than those in the second year, there was no statistically significant difference in both major types of clusters [t = -1.29; p value >0.05 in onsets; t = -0.28; p value >0.05 in codas]. The Thai participants performed slightly better in onset (84% / 86%) than in coda (70% / 71%). To complete the second objective of the study, a 24-item questionnaire was distributed to the participants. The responses indicated positive opinions about their listening and speaking skills and the English courses they took in a four-year study. However, they still had difficulty identifying some English consonant clusters even though those were widely used or found. Finally, most participants claimed that English Phonetics and Phonology Course was one of the significant course subjects instrumental in establishing their fundamental knowledge of how to pronounce English words and develop their listening skill as well.

Sexual Satisfaction among Married Women Age 50 and Older

2000 ◽  
Vol 86 (3_part_2) ◽  
pp. 1107-1122
Author(s):  
Michael Young ◽  
George Denny ◽  
Tamera Young ◽  
Raffy Luquis
Keyword(s):  
Regression Analysis ◽  
Multiple Regression Analysis ◽  
Multiple Regression ◽  
Sexual Satisfaction ◽  
Married Women ◽  
Return Rate ◽  
Predictor Variables ◽  
Hierarchical Multiple Regression ◽  
Item Questionnaire ◽  
Stratified Sample

Correlates of sexual satisfaction were identified in a sample of older married women. A 70-item questionnaire was mailed to an age-stratified sample of 5,000 married persons, including 1,000 married women over the age of 50. Usable questionnaires were received from 148 participants (14.8% return rate). Hierarchical multiple regression analysis, using sexual satisfaction as the dependent variable, yielded five predictor variables that accounted for a significant portion of the variation in sexual satisfaction (Cumulative R2 = .73). These results serve as a reminder that sexual interactions cannot be compartmentalized but must be considered within the context of the overall marriage relationship. Given the low return rate, interpretations should be limited until replication with an adequate sample has been completed.

Sexual function in adult cancer survivors.

2017 ◽  
Vol 35 (5_suppl) ◽  
pp. 123-123 ◽  
Author(s):  
Emily Jo Rajotte ◽  
K. Scott Baker ◽  
Leslie Heron ◽  
Karen Leslie Syrjala
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Sexual Dysfunction ◽  
Sexual Function ◽  
Cancer Survivors ◽  
Sexual Satisfaction ◽  
Sexually Active ◽  
Clinic Appointment ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Adult Cancer Survivors

123 Background: Sexual dysfunction is a common treatment sequela across numerous cancer diagnoses and treatments, causing increased distress, discomfort and negatively impacting quality of life. Methods: Before their survivorship-focused clinic appointment, adult cancer survivors were asked to complete a comprehensive patient -eported outcomes survey that included detailed questions on their health status including sexual function. Results: Between April 2015 to July 2016, 94 patients completed the survey. They were 66% female, mean age 45 years (SD 16, range 21-82) and 34% leukemia/lymphoma, 18% breast cancer, and 12% genitourinary cancer survivors. Patients were a mean of 6.7 years (SD 7.9, range 0-42) from their cancer diagnosis at the time of clinic appointment. Nearly half (48%) were married or living with a partner and 49% were living alone (single, divorced, widowed). 70.2% reported being sexually active (alone or with a partner) in the last year: of these only half (55.3%) reported being sexually active in the last month. For those who were not sexually active the most commonly cited reasons included lack of interest (24.5%) and not having a partner (30.9%), with 12.8% reporting not being sexually active due to a physical problem. Survivors rated their sexual satisfaction in the past month as a 5.0 (SD 3.7; scale of 0-10, 0=not at all satisfying 10=extremely satisfying). An independent samples t-test revealed a statistically significant difference in sexual satisfaction between survivors under 45 years in age and ≥45 years in age (t=4.4, df=68.0, p < 0.05). Older survivors (mean=3.71, SD=3.7) reported significantly lower levels of sexual satisfaction than did younger survivors (mean=7.11, SD=2.8). The most commonly reported sexual function issues for women included vaginal dryness (23.4%) and for men included difficulty getting an erection (7.4%). Conclusions: Sexual dysfunction is a common long-term effect of cancer across diagnoses and most treatments, warranting widespread implementation of targeted interventions to manage sexual dysfunction and improve quality of life for these survivors.

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