scholarly journals Η σχέση της oικονομικής κρίσης με την υποκειμενική ψυχολογική ευεξία των φοιτητών στα ελληνικά ΑΕΙ

2020 ◽  
Vol 25 (2) ◽  
pp. 127
Author(s):  
Ευαγγελία-Άννα Λουμάκου ◽  
Λίσσυ Κανελλοπούλου
Keyword(s):  
Economic Crisis ◽  
Demographic Data ◽  
Group Discussion ◽  
Well Being ◽  
World Health ◽  
Institutions Of Higher Education ◽  
Subjective Well Being ◽  
Perceived Effects ◽  
Health Organization ◽  
The Relationship

In this study, we examine the relationship between the perceived effects of the economic crisis on the subjective well-being of Greek University students. The sample consisted of 203 students in five institutions of higher education across the country (mean age: 21,7 years). Participants were administered two questionnaires. The first tool explored the perceived consequences of the economic crisis. Its construction was based on thematic analysis of a focus group discussion. The discussion explored the perceptions of a group of eight students on how and to what extent they were affected by the economic crisis. The second tool was the psychological well-being questionnaire of the World Health Organization (Bradley, 2013). Demographic data regarding sex, age, and SES were also collected. Findings suggested a negative association between the perceived effects of the economic crisis and the subjective well-being of students. Furthermore, participants seemed to realize the significant impact of the economic crisis in their lives. Specifically, they reported that they had to reduce daily expenses and to adjust their studies taking into account the economic crisis. They also declared pessimism regarding future employment. Findings are discussed in light of the literature on the effects of the economic crisis on young people.

scholarly journals Hindi Translation and Validation of Scales for Subjective Well-being, Locus of Control and Spiritual Well-being

2020 ◽  
pp. 025371762095644
Author(s):  
Sandeep Grover ◽  
Devakshi Dua
Keyword(s):  
Locus Of Control ◽  
Well Being ◽  
World Health ◽  
Subjective Well Being ◽  
Limited Information ◽  
English Version ◽  
Spiritual Well Being ◽  
Health Organization ◽  
Cross Language ◽  
Language Equivalence

Background: Well-being and locus of control have been important areas of research over the last few years. However, limited information is available about the same from India, due to the lack of validated instruments in regional languages for the same.This research aimed to translate, adapt, and validate the Warwick-Edinburgh Mental Well-being Scale (WEMWBS), Spiritual Well-being Scale (SWBS), and Multidimensional Health Locus of Control (MHLC) Scale in Hindi. Methods: The scales were translated into Hindi by following the translation–back-translation methodology as specified by the World Health Organization. Next, the Hindi versions of the scales were completed by 102 participants, and then, the participants completed either the Hindi or the English version of the scales after 3–7 days. Results: The Hindi versions of WEMWBS, MHLC, and SWBS have high cross-language equivalence with the English version of the scale, both at the level of the individual items and the various dimensions in all three scales, which was significant (P < 0.001). Cronbach’s alpha for the Hindi version of WEMWBS, SWBS, and MHLC scales was 0.92, 0.83, and 0.77, respectively. The Spearman–Brown coefficient was 0.82, 0.63, and 0.63 for WEMWBS, SWBS, and MHLC, respectively. As measured on the Centrality of Religiosity Scale (CRS), higher religiosity was associated with greater religious and existential well-being. Conclusion: The Hindi versions of WEMWBS, SWBS, and MHLC have good cross-language equivalence, internal consistency, and test–retest reliability. It is expected that these validated scales will stimulate more research in this area, focusing on evaluating the association of clinical parameters along with well-being and locus of control.

scholarly journals Living in the Restoration Public Housing after the Great East Japan Earthquake Correlates with Lower Subjective Well-Being of Older Adults

2019 ◽  
Vol 16 (15) ◽  
pp. 2696 ◽  
Author(s):  
Moriyama ◽  
Iwasa ◽  
Tsubokura ◽  
Kuroda ◽  
Yasumura
Keyword(s):  
Social Capital ◽  
Public Housing ◽  
Demographic Data ◽  
Health Indicators ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Great East Japan Earthquake ◽  
Activity Level ◽  
Functional Health ◽  
World Health ◽  
Subjective Well Being

We aimed to (1) describe the subjective well-being (SWB) of older residents in Fukushima Prefecture seven years and seven months after the Great East Japan Earthquake (GEJE) and examine the effect of relocation to the restoration public housing (RPH) on SWB, social capital, and health indicators; and (2) investigate the association between social capital and SWB. Questionnaires were administered to collect data of both RPH and non-RPH residents (≥65 years). Respondents’ SWB was collected via the Japanese version of the World Health Organization Five Well-Being Index. Additionally, residents’ social capital (trust, reciprocity, and participation), physical activity level, social network, functional health, history of chronic disease, and demographic data were collected. We analyzed 101 responses (valid response rate: approximately 34%) from RPH and 158 (53%) from non-RPH residents. SWB was lower in RPH compared to non-RPH residents but not statistically significant. Older RPH residents may demonstrate lower social capital and health indicators after the GEJE. Mistrust was found to be positively associated with low SWB in RPH residents. Future studies should examine the effectiveness of support for enhancing the trust of older RPH residents regarding, for example, the involvement of scientists—including medical professionals—in risk communications in promoting SWB.

Internet addiction test in foreign students from Romania

Psihiatru ro ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 58 (3) (1) ◽  
pp. 36-39
Author(s):  
Dana-Cristina Herţa ◽  
Amin Muhammad ◽  
Bogdan Nemeș ◽  
Horia Coman
Keyword(s):  
Internet Addiction ◽  
Foreign Students ◽  
Demographic Data ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Health Impact ◽  
Internet Usage ◽  
World Health ◽  
Cultural Issues ◽  
French And English ◽  
Health Organization

The problematic internet usage in academic youth is increassingly relevant for overall health and functioning, yet little studied and poorly defined to this date.  Aim . To investigate the associations between the level of internet usage and self-reported well-being, and also the association between the level of internet usage and demographic parameters (age, gender, faculty, year of study, relationship status, country of permanent residence) in foreign medical students.  Materials and method. In May 2019, 110 foreign students from the French and English section of medicine and dentistry faculties, from the “Iuliu Haţieganu” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Cluj-Napoca, signed the consent and filled in a self-reported questionnaire including demographic data, Internet Addiction Test, World Health Organization well-being questionnaire (WHO-5).  Results . The higher levels of internet usage in medical university foreign students were associated with lower levels of self-reported well-being. The level of internet usage was significantly lower in students from EU and associated countries than in those from non-EU countries. The second year students reported the highest levels of internet usage, while those in years 4 and 5 reported the lowest levels. Men reported higher levels of internet usage than women.  Discussion and conclusions. Further assessments, such as the type of internet activities of male and female students, cutoffs for problematic internet usage, cultural issues, perceived stress and coping mechanisms in relationship with internet usage level, can give us a better understanding of internet usage and of its health impact in academic youth.

scholarly journals Effects of physical activity and exercise on well-being in the context of the Covid-19 pandemic

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Juliana Marques de Abreu ◽  
Roberta Andrade de Souza ◽  
Livia Gomes Viana-Meireles ◽  
J. Landeira-Fernandez ◽  
Alberto Filgueiras
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Social Isolation ◽  
Virus Transmission ◽  
Well Being ◽  
World Health ◽  
The Social ◽  
The World ◽  
Health Organization ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Isolation Period

AbstractBackgroundA disease discovered in China, COVID-19, was characterized by the World Health Organization (WHO) as a pandemic in March 2020. Many countries in the world implemented social isolation as a strategy to contain the virus transmission. The same physical distancing which protects society from COVID-19 from spreading may have an impact on the mental health and well-being of the population This study aims to shed some light on this phenomenon by assessing the relationship between physical activity and SWB among individuals in the social isolation period of COVID-19.MethodsData were collected in Brazil between March 31st and April 2nd, 2020. All volunteers agreed to participate by digitally checking the option of agreement right after reading the Consent Terms. The inclusion criteria were participants over 18 years old who had been in social isolation for at least one week and agreed to the Consent Terms. Three instruments were used: a questionnaire was built for this study which aimed to assess the participants’ exercise routine. The second instrument called Psychosocial Aspects, Well-being and Exercise in Confinement (PAWEC) was also created by these researchers and aimed to assess the relationship between well-being and physical activity during the social isolation period. And the third measure was the Brazilian Portuguese-adapted version of the Positive and Negative Affect Schedule (PANAS).FindingsA total of 592 participants reported being in social isolation for an average of 14.4 (SD=3.3) days. The amount of participants who reported strength training as exercise increased from 31 (5.2%) before isolation to 82 (13.9%) during quarantine. The study shows that well-being related to the practice of physical activity during quarantine is linked to an established routine of physical activity prior to the social isolation period.InterpretationPeople who already practiced physical activity feel more motivated to continue practicing during this period and this causes the appearance of positive affects, unlike people who are only now starting to exercise; according to the study, negative aspects can occur for those who are only just starting. In a period of social isolation, it is important that the practice of physical activity is closer to previous habits, also finding that an obligation to exercise during this period when this was not a reality for the person can contribute to an increase in malaise.

scholarly journals The Effects of Sport Activities and Environmentally Sustainable Behaviors on Subjective Well-Being: A Comparison Before and During COVID-19

2021 ◽  
Vol 3 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mario Wendtlandt ◽  
Pamela Wicker
Keyword(s):  
Energy Saving ◽  
Natural Resource ◽  
Well Being ◽  
World Health ◽  
Subjective Well Being ◽  
Environmentally Sustainable ◽  
Different Types ◽  
Sport Activities ◽  
Consumption Energy ◽  
Health Organization

This study examined the effects of sport activities and environmentally sustainable behaviors on the subjective well-being of working-age adults (18–64). Specifically, it analyzes the effects of different types of sport activities, including nature-based, natural resource-using, and nature-neutral sport activities and different types of environmentally sustainable behaviors such as recycling, ecological consumption, energy-saving, and mobility on subjective well-being. The study conducts comparisons between the period before the COVID-19 pandemic and during the first lockdown in Germany. Quantitative survey data were collected using a convenience sampling approach (n = 412). Sport activities were captured with the number of hours spent on nature-based, natural resource-using, and nature-neutral activities. Environmentally sustainable behaviors were measured across four areas, including recycling, ecological consumption, energy-saving, and mobility. Subjective well-being was measured using the scale of the World Health Organization (WHO-5). Differences between the periods before and during COVID-19 were analyzed using t-tests. A set of multivariate regression models were estimated with subjective well-being as the dependent variable and sport activities, environmentally sustainable behaviors, and socio-demographics as independent variables. The results show that nature-based and nature-neutral sport activities significantly decreased during the first COVID-19 lockdown, while environmentally sustainable behaviors increased. The regression analyses reveal that nature-based and nature-neutral sport activities as well as ecological consumption significantly added to individuals' subjective well-being in the pre- and during-COVID-19-period. A decrease in nature-based and nature-neutral sport activities significantly predicted a decrease in individuals' subjective well-being. The findings of this study might help people understand the role and importance of active living for psychosocial outcomes during the COVID-19 pandemic.

scholarly journals A RELAÇÃO DA QUALIDADE DE VIDA ENTRE RESPIRADORES BUCAIS, ORONASAIS E NASAIS

2018 ◽  
Vol 10 (Especial 5) ◽  
pp. 55-61
Author(s):  
Beatriz Cristina Bincoleto ◽  
Kemelli Adriana P.B. de Almeida ◽  
Sandra Silva Lustosa ◽  
Meire Aparecida Judai
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Well Being ◽  
World Health ◽  
Nasal Breathing ◽  
World Health Organization Quality ◽  
Quality Life ◽  
Organization Quality ◽  
Health Organization ◽  
The Relationship

The present study aimed to verify the relationship between quality of life and respiratory its influence on the physical, emotional and social well-being of individuals who present oral, oronasal and nasal breathing. 30 participants, of both sexes, were investigated: 15 oral and oronasal breathers, 15 nasal breathers, between 13 and 60 years old. A valid quality of life protocol - the World Health Organization quality Life - WHOQOL-BREF (WHOQ) Portuguese version was used. the existence of association between the groups studied in social and physical domains, with values (p <0.05) arbitrated, where mean of oral or nasal breath scores, was nasal respirator has better quality of life between domains. The study revealed that oral and oronasal breathers have worse quality of life than nasal breathers in physical and social aspects.

HUBUNGAN ANTARA JENIS KELAMIN DAN OPTIMISME DENGAN COLLEGE STUDENT SUBJECTIVE WELL-BEING

2021 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Septa Lia Ariska ◽  
Asri Mutiara Putri ◽  
Junaidi Junaidi
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
College Students ◽  
College Student ◽  
Quantitative Research ◽  
Demographic Data ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Subjective Well Being ◽  
College Student Mental Health ◽  
Result Show ◽  
The Relationship

ABSTRACT: THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN GENDER, OPTIMISME, AND COLLEGE STUDENT SUBJECTIVE WELL-BEING One indicators of college student mental health is college student subjective well-being or abbreviated CSSWB. CSSWB in college students can be influenced by several factor, including gender and optimism . This research aims to determine the relationship between gender and optimism towards college student subjective well-being. This research is a quantitative research conducted on 423 college student from semesters 4 until 8 in Bandar Lampung. Data collection in this research using college student subjective well-being scale, optimism scale likert model, and demographic data. Thdta analyzed using using multiple regression. The result show that optimism is the main predictor in exlaining CSSWB. Further research, is expected to study other variables which can also affect college student subjective well-being. Keyword : Gender, Optimism, College Student Subjective Well-being, College Student Salah satu indikator kesehatan mental mahasiswa adalah college student subjecvtive well-being atau disingkat CSSWB. CSSWB pada mahasiswa dapat dipengaruhi oleh beberapa faktor antara lain jenis kelamin dan optimisme. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui hubungan antara jenis kelamin dan optimisme dengan college student subjective well-being. Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian kuantitatif yang dilakukan pada 423 mahasiswa semester 4 sampai 8 di Bandar Lampung. Teknik pengumpulan data dalam penelitian ini menggunakan skala College Student Subjective Well-being Questionary, skala Optimisme model likert, serta data demografi. Data dianalisis menggunakan regresi berganda. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan optimisme sebagai prediktor utama dalam menjelaskan college student subjective well-being. Penelitian selanjutnya diharapkan dapat menambahkan variabel lain dalam melihat faktor-faktor yang mempengaruhi college student subjective well-being. Kata Kunci : Jenis Kelamin, Optimisme, College Student Subjective Well-being, Mahasiswa

scholarly journals Measuring subjective well-being for policy purposes: The example of well-being indicators in the WHO “Health 2020” framework

2017 ◽  
Vol 46 (2) ◽  
pp. 279-286 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mari Hagtvedt Vik ◽  
Erik Carlquist
Keyword(s):  
Subjective Experience ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Academic Disciplines ◽  
World Health ◽  
Objective Measures ◽  
Intergovernmental Organizations ◽  
Subjective Well Being ◽  
Subjective Indicators ◽  
Societal Progress ◽  
Health Organization

Aims: This article discusses the rationale for measuring national well-being, and examines the use of subjectively oriented well-being measures in the context of public policy. Recent years have witnessed growing attention towards the concept and measurement of well-being, both within academic disciplines, intergovernmental organizations such as the World Health Organization (WHO) as well as in many governments across Europe, including the Nordic countries. Economic indicators have commonly been regarded as proxies of societal progress of nations, but indicators of well-being have increasingly been applied in order to complement or replace these measures. Methods: Well-being indicators of the WHO “Health 2020” framework are critically examined with particular attention given to the subjective aspects of well-being. Literature discussing the rationale for subjective indicators is reviewed. As a background, central theoretical and measurement perspectives on well-being are outlined, including hedonic, eudaimonic and objective list approaches. Results: The WHO refers to well-being in definitions of health and mental health, but has primarily reported on disease. The “Health 2020” framework marked a shift in this concern. One of the main targets of “Health 2020” concerns well-being, involving six core indicators. Only one indicator refers to well-being as subjective experience. Literature supports more extensive use of subjective indicators in combination with objective measures. Conclusions: Although consensus on definitions and instruments is lacking, subjective and objective measures of national well-being may jointly contribute to a more comprehensive understanding of societal progress, as well as a broader conception of health. Further research is required, particularly with regard to eudaimonic indicators.

scholarly journals Gender and Age Factors in Subjective Wellbeing and Quality of Life Among College Students

2021 ◽  
Vol 20 (1) ◽  
pp. 95-102
Author(s):  
Ayu Kurnia ◽  
Dian Veronika Sakti Kaloeti ◽  
Kwartarini Wahyu Yuniarti ◽  
Ahmad Gimmy Prathama Siswandi ◽  
Josetta Maria Remila
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
College Students ◽  
Age Factors ◽  
Well Being ◽  
World Health ◽  
Subjective Well Being ◽  
World Health Organization Quality ◽  
Gender And Age ◽  
Health Organization

Quality of life (QOL) and subjective well-being (SWB) among college students have been deemed as importantissues in studies. The present study aims to explore any influential elements of gender and age to their QOL andSWB, and to know if the QOL is influential to the SWB. Participants amounted to 651 respondents totally fromthree Indonesian universities (Diponegoro University, Padjajaran University, North Sumatra University) wereinvolved in a purposive sampling using two instruments, i.e., the Personal Wellbeing Index-Adult (PWI-A) tomeasure SWO and The World Health Organization Quality of Life-BREF (WHOQOL-BREF) to measure QOL.Ordinal Logistic Regression (OLR) test was used in the analysis. The results showed that age and gender had asignificant effect on SWB (respectively .11 & .040, with p < .05) but had no effect on QOL of students(respectively .510 & .751, with p < .05). In addition, QOL was shown to affect SWB (p < .05). As a result,counselors and stakeholders on campus are encouraged to consider age and sex factors in their attempts ofincreasing college students’ SWB. However, further research is still suggestible to explore more complex factorsin college students’ QOL, which can include social, individual, and other demographic factors.

scholarly journals Which Is More Challenging? To Be An Alzheimers Patient, Or To Be A Caregiver For One

2015 ◽  
Vol 8 (3) ◽  
pp. 1651-1656
Author(s):  
Suna Sarikaya ◽  
Musa Toprak
Keyword(s):  
Psychological Symptoms ◽  
Demographic Data ◽  
World Health ◽  
Life Questionnaire ◽  
World Health Organization Quality ◽  
Significant Burden ◽  
Organization Quality ◽  
Health Organization ◽  
The Relationship

The behavioral and psychological symptoms of Alzheimer's disease impose a significant burden on the patients family and caregiver. Objectives: The purpose of this study was to assess the health of individuals who care for Alzheimers patients by using the World Health Organization Quality of Life Questionnaire (WHOQoL-Bref) and the Caregiver Stress Scale, and also to evaluate the relationship between the health and demographic data of these caregivers.

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