The relationship between postpartum social support and attitudes towards breastfeeding: A cultural perspective

Aim: This study intends to provide an analysis of the relationship between postpartum social support and women’s breastfeeding attitudes from different cultural perspectives. Method: This study was conducted between April-September 2019.The study population comprised of 430 women with 4-24 week old babies who visited health centers in the provinces of Adıyaman (Region 1), Kahramanmaraş (Region 2) and Malatya (Region 3). Findings: The mean scores of women from the BAES were 105.54 ± 13.16 in Region 1, 103.30 ± 15.77 in Region 2, and 99.46 ± 13.47 in Region 3 (P<0.05).The mean scores of women from the “Importance of the Need” subscale on the PSQ were 157.38±45.57 in Region 1, 140.73±55.18 in Region 2, and 144.89±48.144 in Region 3 (P<0.05).The mean scores of women from the “Support Received” subscale on the PSQ were 112.39±51.58 in Region 1; 116.87±52.69 in Region 2, and 108.89±50.79 in Region 3 (P>0.05).In Region 2, a significant and positive correlation was found between the subscales “Importance of the Need” and the “Perceived Support” on the BAES and the PSQ (r=0.259, r=0.255, P<0.05, respectively). Conclusion: A comparison of the relationship between postpartum social support and attitudes towards breastfeeding revealed major differences between the Regions.

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The Relationship Between Perceived Social Support and Life Satisfaction in Elderly Individuals: A Field Study

Eurasian Journal of Family Medicine ◽

10.33880/ejfm.2020090107 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 9 (1) ◽

pp. 50-56

Author(s):

Erdem Türkseven ◽

Can Öner ◽

Hüseyin Çetin ◽

Engin Ersin Şimşek

Keyword(s):

Social Support ◽

Life Satisfaction ◽

Scale Score ◽

Significant Positive Correlation ◽

Perceived Social Support ◽

Satisfaction Scale ◽

Positive Correlation ◽

The Mean ◽

The Relationship ◽

Life Satisfaction Scale

Aim: The aim of the study is to examine the relationship between perceived social support and life satisfaction. Methods: The cross - sectional and descriptive study was carried out between the dates of 01.11.2018 - 30.01.2019 among the elderly living in Adalar District of Istanbul. In the data collection phase, the volunteer consent form, sociodemographic information form, Multidimensional Scale of Perceived Social Support and Life Satisfaction Scale were applied to the sample group. Results: 383 people participated in this study. 47.8% were male and 52.2% were female. The mean Multidimensional Scale of Perceived Social Support scores of the participants were 4.7±1.55 points (min-max: 1-7 points). The mean Life Satisfaction Scale score of the participants was calculated as 23.2±5.8 (min-max: 5-35 points). There was a weak significant positive correlation between Life Satisfaction Scale scores and Multidimensional Scale of Perceived Social Support total score. There was a weak significant positive correlation between the Life Satisfaction Scale score and each sub-heading scores of Multidimensional Scale of Perceived Social Support. While 8.4% of the participants had an insufficient life satisfaction, 20.6% had a life satisfaction slightly below the average. Conclusion: As the social support perceived by the participants increases, life satisfaction increases significantly. Keywords: elderly, social support, personal satisfaction

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Relationship of Sense of Coherence to Other Psychosocial Indices

European Journal of Psychological Assessment ◽

10.1027/1015-5759.20.4.227 ◽

2004 ◽

Vol 20 (4) ◽

pp. 227-236 ◽

Cited By ~ 19

Author(s):

Sara Holmberg ◽

Anders Thelin ◽

Eva-Lena Stiernström

Keyword(s):

Social Support ◽

Psychosocial Factors ◽

Sense Of Coherence ◽

Living Conditions ◽

Strong Negative Correlation ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Positive Correlation ◽

Work Related ◽

Job Demand ◽

The Mean

Summary: The concept of “sense of coherence” (SOC) has been widely recognized since it was first introduced by Antonovsky. The originality and usefulness of the SOC scale and its relation to other psychosocial measures has been the subject of lively debate. The aim of this paper was to test for associations between SOC and work-related psychosocial factors (mainly the Job Demand-Control model), general living conditions, education, and social network factors. Cross-sectional data from a population-based sample of 1782 rural males from nine counties in Sweden were analyzed with a multiple regression technique. The subjects were occupationally active at inclusion and the mean age was 50 years (range 40-60). SOC was assessed with the original 29-item questionnaire. Psychosocial variables and lifestyle factors were assessed using questionnaires and structured interviews. The mean SOC among the subjects was 152.3 (standard deviation, 19.4). A strong negative correlation was found between SOC and job demand, whereas a positive correlation with job control was demonstrated. A positive correlation with general living conditions and with social support was also found. However, there was no correlation to education and occupation. Thus, SOC was shown to be strongly correlated to work-related psychosocial factors and social support, but independent of sociodemographic factors.

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ASSESSMENT OF PHYSICA L ACT IVITY OF MEMBERS OF THE HELICO PTER EMERGENCY MEDICA L SERVICE (HEMS)

Emergency Medical Service ◽

10.36740/emems202002103 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 7 (2) ◽

pp. 91-98

Author(s):

Agata Gaździńska ◽

Paweł Jagielski ◽

Robert Gałązkowski

Keyword(s):

Physical Activity ◽

Medical Service ◽

Helicopter Emergency Medical Service ◽

Team Members ◽

Winter Sport ◽

Study Population ◽

Downhill Skiing ◽

The Mean ◽

The Relationship ◽

Financial Issues

The aim: Assessment of physical activity of members of the Helicopter Emergency Medical Service. Material and methods: The study was conducted in a group of 131 people (65 paramedics, 66 pilots), members of HEMS teams from all bases in Poland, aged 27-59. The characteristics of physical activity was obtained using the author’s questionnaire. Results: The mean age of the study population was 42.73 ± 9.58 years. Pilots were significantly older than paramedics and had significantly higher BMI values (p < 0.05). No significant relationship between the age and BMI in the analyzed groups was found (p > 0.05), while the relationship between the frequency of physical activity and BMI was demonstrated. 70% of subjects undertook physical activity less than three times a week. The most frequently chosen forms were cycling, walking and swimming. Paramedics statistically significant more often than pilots chose wall climbing (p = 0.001). Downhill skiing (61%) was the most common declared winter sport played by pilots, while hiking in the mountains – by paramedics (49%). The most important reason for pilots to take up physical activity was concern for their health (47%), while for paramedics – the pleasure (63%). Paramedics statistically significant more often than pilots indicated a large number of other activities (90.6 vs. 74.2%) and financial issues (18.8 vs. 6.1%) as barriers that prevented more involvement in physical activities. Conclusions: The frequency of physical activity undertaken by HEMS members is insufficient. Low physical activity of HEMS team members has an adverse effect on their nutritional status. It is necessary to take initiatives to promote physical activity in this professional group.

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The relationship between hopelessness and perceived social support levels of parents with children with congenital heart disease

Medical Science and Discovery ◽

10.36472/msd.v8i11.625 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 8 (11) ◽

pp. 655-661

Author(s):

Tugba Nur Oden ◽

Rahsan Cam

Keyword(s):

Social Support ◽

Congenital Heart Disease ◽

Heart Disease ◽

Congenital Heart ◽

Perceived Social Support ◽

Significant Negative Correlation ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

The Family ◽

The Mean ◽

The Relationship

Objective: This study was conducted to evaluate the relationship between hopelessness and perceived social support levels of parents with children with congenital heart disease (CHD). Material and Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted with parents of children who underwent surgery for CHD, and data were collected from 100 parents who agreed to participate in the study. A descriptive information form for the sociodemographic characteristics of the parents, “Beck Hopelessness Scale (BHS)” and “Multidimensional Scale of Perceived Social Support (MSPSS)” were used to collect the data. Data were analysed using descriptive statistics and Spearman’s correlation tests. Results: The mean score of the hopelessness level of the parents participating in the study was 6.15±4.23, and the mean perceived general social support score was 69.55±15.47. There was a significant negative correlation between the hopelessness levels of mothers and social support (SS) received from the family, from significant others, and general SS scores. There was a significant positive correlation between the hopelessness levels of the mothers and the SS level received from the family (p<0.05). Conclusion: In this study, the parents of children with CHD have low levels of hopelessness and perceived SS levels are high. Moreover, the relationship between hopelessness and perceived SS levels varies according to the sex of the parents. In our study, the SS level of mothers had a higher effect on the hopelessness level. It is recommended that the SS levels of the parents of children with CHD should be increased to help them cope with hopelessness.

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General Health Status, Quality Of Life and Social Support of Young Athletes and Young Non-Athletes in Yazd

Social Behavior Research & Health ◽

10.18502/sbrh.v3i1.1037 ◽

2019 ◽

Author(s):

Seyed Saeed Mazloomy Mahmoodabad ◽

Nahid Ardian ◽

Hadi Eslami

Keyword(s):

Quality Of Life ◽

Social Support ◽

General Health ◽

P Value ◽

Young Athletes ◽

Health Quality ◽

Study Population ◽

Health Quality Of Life ◽

The Mean

Background: One of the factors influencing the level of general health and quality of life of individuals, is the level of social support that people enjoy. Given the importance of general health, quality of life and the amount of social support and their relationship with the level of physical activity in young people in Yazd province counties were studied. Methods: The study population of this descriptive, cross-sectional study consisted of 15- to 29-year-old people. Given the study population, sample size was calculated for the counties Yazd, Mehriz, Ardakan and Meybod separately. Methods: A total of 1533 people were selected by cluster sampling, and a person aged 15-29 years from each family completed the questionnaire. The questionnaire used, in addition to demographic questions, included three sections general health questionnaire (GHQ-28), Multidimensional Scale of Perceived Social Support, and World Health Organization Quality Of Life Brief (WHOQOL-BREF). The data were analyzed by SPSS18, nonparametric statistical tests and Pearson's correlation. Results: The mean general health score of youth was 30.82 (9.56) and the mean scores of their quality of life and social support were 38.32 (8.67) and 42.64 (7.73), respectively. Mental health, quality of life and social support were significantly associated with education level (P-value ≤ 0.001). The quality of life of young athletes was higher than that of young non-athletes (P-value ≤ 0.001). General health and social support were higher in women than in men (P-value ≤ 0.001). Conclusion: The general health level of Yazd youth is higher than the cut-off point and not optimal, but based on social and cultural conditions in this province, the levels of social support and quality of life were found to be satisfactory. Planning to increase the level of vitality and exercise in different fields can be an opportunity to improve the general health of young people.

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An Investigation of the Relationship between Involvement Sites in Vitiligo Patients and Autoimmune Diseases and Hematological Parameters

International Journal of Innovative Research in Medical Science ◽

10.23958/ijirms/vol04-i10/769 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 4 (10) ◽

Cited By ~ 1

Author(s):

Ebru KARAGUN

Keyword(s):

Hematological Parameters ◽

Fasting Blood Glucose ◽

Unknown Etiology ◽

Control Group ◽

Endocrine Disorders ◽

Positive Correlation ◽

Lymphocyte Ratio ◽

History Of ◽

The Mean ◽

The Relationship

Aim-Objectives: Vitiligo is an acquired idiopathic disease which progresses with melanocyte destruction and is clinically characterized by depigmented lesions of unknown etiology. Vitiligo may be coexistence with a autoimmune and endocrine disorders. This study examined the sT3, fT4, TSH, Anti-TPO, Anti-Tg, Vitamin B12 and fasting blood glucose (FBG) values, and thrombocyte-to-lymphocyte ratio(TLR), neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio(NLR), the mean platelet volume(MPV) the correlation of depigmented lesions with the extent of body involvement sites(IS). Materials and Method: The study enrolled 67 patients aged 0‒65 who were diagnosed with non-segmental generalized vitiligo and in whom an increase in lesions had been observed in the last six months. The IS of the lesions in the patients were evaluated as IS ˂10%(1st group), 10%‒20% (2nd group), 20% - 30%(3rd group), 30% - 40%(4th group), 40% ‒50 %(5th group), and ˃50%(6th group). The control group consisted of patients who had presented to the outpatient clinic having had no history of vitiligo detected in themselves nor in their families. Results: No significant correlation was found between IS and sT3, fT4, TSH, Anti-TPO, Anti-Tg, Vit. B12, PBG or MPV. A moderately positive correlation was found between IS and duration (p <0.05) and a mildly positive correlation between IS and NLR and TLR (p <0.05). Conclusion: This study show that every patient diagnosed with vitiligo, independent of the IS, should undergo examination for autoimmune disease. A mild positive correlation between VTA and NLO-TLO was found to be an indicator of increased inflammation in vitiligo patients as the extent of lesions increased.

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An unresolved issue: The relationship between spot urine protein-to-creatinine ratio and 24-hour proteinuria

Journal of International Medical Research ◽

10.1177/0300060518819602 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 47 (3) ◽

pp. 1179-1184 ◽

Cited By ~ 3

Author(s):

Davut Akin ◽

Sehmus Ozmen

Keyword(s):

Medical Records ◽

Urine Protein ◽

Entire Study ◽

Spot Urine ◽

Protein Excretion ◽

Ratio Data ◽

Study Population ◽

The Mean ◽

The Relationship ◽

H Protein

Objective To investigate the relationship between spot urine protein-to-creatinine (sP/Cr) ratio and 24-h protein excretion in patients with different diagnoses. Methods This retrospective study analysed data from the medical records of patients admitted for24-h proteinuria determination who also had sP/Cr ratio data for the same day. Results A total of 1222 urine samples obtained from 694 adult outpatients were analysed. The mean ± SD age of the patients was 53.6 ± 15.9 years. The mean ± SD 24-h proteinuria and sP/Cr were 1.7 ± 2.4 g/day and 1.8 ± 2.4, respectively. The correlation between the sP/Cr and 24-h protein excretion was high (R2 = 0.89). The sP/Cr ratio accounted for 72% of the variability in 24-h proteinuria in the entire study population. Areas under the curve for 24-h proteinuria at 0.3 g/day, 1.0 g/day and 3.0 g/day were 0.940, 0.966, and 0.949, respectively. The mean + 2SD limits of agreement were between +2.99 and –2.73 g/day according to the Bland Altman analysis. Conclusion This current study found a clinically unacceptable deviation between 24-h proteinuria and sP/Cr ratio. Therefore, the sP/Cr ratio cannot replace 24-h proteinuria. A new method using spot urine protein and creatinine values that is able to minimize under or over estimation is still warranted.

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Social Support and Divorce among American Couples

Journal of Family Issues ◽

10.1177/0192513x20916830 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 42 (1) ◽

pp. 88-109

Author(s):

Marina Haddock Potter

Keyword(s):

Social Support ◽

Emotional Support ◽

Social Ties ◽

Married Couples ◽

Perceived Support ◽

Spousal Relationships ◽

Need For Support ◽

Nationally Representative ◽

The Relationship ◽

Divorce Risk

This study investigates the relationship between extradyadic social support and divorce risk, net of existing need for support. Social support aids couples in weathering challenges but social ties may also enable divorce or compete with spousal relationships. Using a nationally representative sample of married couples in the National Survey of Families and Households ( N = 7,321), this study employs discrete-time event history models to test the associations of perceived support and help received with divorce risk. Results indicate that perceived support is positively associated with divorce, and this relationship persists even after accounting for couples’ needs. Specifically, perceived emotional support positively predicts divorce risk. This finding suggests that social ties may sometimes challenge marital relationships or facilitate divorce.

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The Relationship of Intrauterine Growth Restriction with Placental Pathologic Changes in Newborns

World Journal of Peri & Neonatology ◽

10.18502/wjpn.v2i1.2807 ◽

2020 ◽

Author(s):

Hossein Dalili ◽

Fatemeh Sadat Nayeri ◽

Seyed Reza Mirjalili ◽

Seyyed Nasrollah Hossein ◽

Alireza Abdollahi ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Intrauterine Growth Restriction ◽

Growth Restriction ◽

Pathological Examination ◽

Histological Changes ◽

Intrauterine Growth ◽

Study Population ◽

The Mean ◽

Relationship Of ◽

The Relationship ◽

Restriction Group

Introduction: Intrauterine growth restriction is a multifaceted problem and is associated with a significant increase in the level of morbidity and perinatal mortality. According to some studies, failure of the placenta is responsible for the most cases of intrauterine growth restriction. The aim of this study was to evaluate the placental pathologic changes in the intrauterine growth restriction (IUGR) samples and compare them with normal cases. Methods: A study population consisted of 60 intrauterine growth restriction neonates and 60 normalized neonates born at Tehran Imam Khomeini Hospital between June 2016 and July 2017. The placenta was weighed, immediately after delivery, and the umbilical cord was separated, then stored in 10% formalin and sent for pathological examination as soon as possible. Data collection was performed according to the following items: the pathologist's report, the results of the infants' examination, and the data in the neonatal cases. Results: The intrauterine growth restriction group showed a high frequency of placenta infarction (P < 0.001), inflammation of the villous (P < 0.001), villous fibrosis (P = 0.044), villous vascularization disorder (P = 0.001), prevalence of chorioamnionitis (P = 0.027), prevalence of Syncytiotrophoblastic knots (P < 0.001) and placental necrosis (P = 0.048) than normal group. However, the mean weight of the placenta (P < 0.001), the length and width of the macroscopic placenta changes was less (P < 0.001). Conclusion: The results of the current study showed that a major part of the macroscopic and histological changes are detectable in the intrauterine growth restriction samples, which are considerably more common than normal, although they are not pathognomonic, but in the future, more accurate results can be obtained from more extensive studies.

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The Relationship Between Spiritual Well-Being and Perceived Social Support in Patients With Multiple Sclerosis

10.21203/rs.3.rs-261880/v1 ◽

2021 ◽

Author(s):

Fatemeh nazari ◽

Vahid Shaygannejad

Keyword(s):

Multiple Sclerosis ◽

Social Support ◽

Health Promotion ◽

Perceived Social Support ◽

Linear Regression Analysis ◽

Well Being ◽

Spiritual Health ◽

Spiritual Well Being ◽

The Mean ◽

The Relationship

Abstract Background: Multiple sclerosis (MS) is the most common neurological disease with disabling consequences. Social support is an important aspect of performance among patients and attention to perceived social support as a factor influencing health promotion is essential. Therefore, this study was performed with the aim to determine the relationship between spiritual well-being and perceived social support in patients with MS.Methods: This cross-sectional and correlational study was conducted on 120 patients with MS. The participants were over 18 years of age and referred to the MS Clinic of Kashani Hospital, Isfahan‎, Iran. The subjects were selected using convenience sampling. Data were collected using questionnaires and analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics in SPSS software. P-values of less than 0.05 were considered significant.Results: The mean (SD) disease duration and age of participants were 8.1 (5.9) and 33.67 (8.7) years, respectively. Moreover, 75.9% of the participants were women and 76.1% were married. The mean score of spiritual well-being was 87.08. The mean score of perceived social support was 61.52 (14.9). Pearson correlation test indicated a direct relationship between spiritual well-being and the total score of perceived social support (r = 0.415, P < 0.001) and the emotional (r = 0.328, P = 0.004) and informational (r = 0.311, P = 0.006) dimensions, but not the instrumental dimension (r = 0.197, P = 0.081). Multiple linear regression analysis showed a significant correlation between spiritual health and social support in the emotional dimension (P < 0.05)Conclusion: This study confirmed the relation between perceived social support and spiritual well-being of people with MS. Thus, it is necessary that perceived social support, as a strong predictor of spiritual health status, is considered in the designing of health promotion interventions for patients with MS.

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