scholarly journals ASSESSMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY AS A COMPONENT OF QUALITY OF LIFE IN CROSS-BORDER SUBREGIONS

2021 ◽  
Vol 2021 (2) ◽  
pp. 75-88
Author(s):  
Petro ZHUK ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Objective Assessment ◽  
International Comparisons ◽  
Subjective Assessment ◽  
Environmental Safety ◽  
Sociological Research ◽  
Cross Border ◽  
Reliable Assessment ◽  
The Impact

The results of elaborations of available theoretical-analytical materials on measuring the quality of life are generalized, their orientation mainly on the assessment of the quality of life at the macro level for international comparisons is revealed. Methodical methods for assessing environmental safety as a component of quality of life at the level of administrative subregions of neighboring countries are substantiated and proposed: subjective assessment based on sociological research using questionnaires and objective assessment with a choice of representative, comparative, reliable assessment indicators, substantiation of their standards and calculations of environmental safety indices. The results are given of approbation of the proposed methods with coverage of subjective and obtained on the basis of quantitative indicators adapted to the system of official statistics of Ukraine and Poland objective assessments of the ecological component of quality of life in the studied cross-border subregions: Zhovkva, Sokal, Yavoriv districts of Lviv Oblast of Ukraine and Jaros?aw, Przemy?l, Lubacz?w Counties of the SubcarpathianVoivodeship of Poland. Significant disparities are identified not in favor of domestic subregions in the levels of environmental safety according to the results of objective assessment, which to some extent is smoothed in subjective assessment due to its dependence on the specific values and guidelines and environmental awareness of respondents. Conclusions are made on the complementarity of the results of subjective and objective environmental safety assessment, high value of the importance given by respondents to environmental safety as a component of quality of life, the impact of environmental safety asymmetry on the results of its subjective assessment, in particular, the priority of protection and preservation of certain components natural environment aimed at solving these problems.

The Impact of Agricultural Environmental Pollutions on the Population’s Quality of Life. The Experience of Kazakhstan

2019 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
pp. 161
Author(s):  
Bagila MUSTAFAYEVA ◽  
Saule KALTAYEVA ◽  
Ainura SAPAROVA ◽  
Elvira ALIMKULOVA ◽  
Meruert KULBAYEVA
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Structural Changes ◽  
Secondary Data ◽  
Sociological Research ◽  
Main Research ◽  
Production Development ◽  
The Republic ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Statistical Indicators

The purpose of the present study is analyzing the trends of agricultural pollutions and their impact on the health of the population of the Republic of Kazakhstan. The main research methods include a bibliographic review of the literature on the research subject, as well as qualitative and quantitative analysis of statistical indicators of agricultural production development, and the dynamics of agroecological indicators of the Republic of Kazakhstan. To assess the impact of agricultural changes on the quality of life associated with the health of the population, the analysis of secondary data of sociological research conducted by the Environmental Fund of Kazakhstan was carried out. The results of the study show that since 1999 the agriculture of the Republic of Kazakhstan has undergone structural changes which are characterized by active mechanization, intensification, and specialization. At the same time, the widespread use of fertilizers and pesticides, as well as irrigation, the growth of pollution from livestock, and the employment of heavy machinery have adverse effects on water and soil.

Quality of Life Comparison: Objective Assessment versus Subjective Assessment

2005 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
pp. 30-39
Author(s):  
Russell L. Orwig ◽  
Michael D. Fimmen
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Cultural Sensitivity ◽  
Objective Assessment ◽  
Objective Measure ◽  
Subjective Assessment ◽  
Life Assessment ◽  
The Individual ◽  
Work Education ◽  
Globalized World

Quality of life assessment has been proposed as a possible research tool for evaluating the life experiences of individuals in different cultures. The bulk of the literature on quality of life recognizes the existence of two separate but related measures of quality of life: objective measures (tangible and observable measures) and subjective measures (cognitive assessment or satisfaction with existing tangibles). The question is whether the subjective and objective measure of general quality of life of one culture can be used to assess or predict the quality of life in another. The current investigation suggests quality of life is best assessed within the context of the culture in which the individual resides and makes recommendations for social work education to reinforce cultural sensitivity through study abroad in order to prepare future social workers to meet the social service demands in a globalized world.

scholarly journals DETERMINATION OF THE IMPACT OF BISOPROLOL AND СARVEDILOL ON REGULATORY-ADAPTIVE STATUS OF PATIENTS WITH CHRONIC HEART FAILURE AND PRESERVED LEFT VENTRICULAR FRACTION

2020 ◽  
pp. 86-92
Author(s):  
V. G. Tregubov ◽  
P. V. Khilkevich ◽  
I. Z. Shubitidze ◽  
V. M. Pokrovsky
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Heart Failure ◽  
Chronic Heart Failure ◽  
Combination Therapy ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Subjective Assessment ◽  
Left Ventricular ◽  
The Impact

Objective. To determine the effect of bisoprolol or carvedilol therapy on the regulatory-adaptive status (RAS) of patients with chronic heart failure (CHF) and preserved ejection fraction (pEF) of the left ventricle (LV) the background of hypertensive disease (HD).Material and methods. The study involved 68 patients with CHF and pEF of the LV, who were randomized into two groups for treatment with bisoprolol (7,3±2,4 mg/day, n=34) and carvedilol (28,4±12,3 mg/day, n=34). As part of the combination therapy, quinapril was prescribed (13,5±2,5 mg/ day, n=34 and 12,6±2,9 mg/day, n=34), and if indicated – atorvastatin (16,3±5,0 mg/day, n=11 and 15,5±5,2 mg/day, n=11) and acetylsalicylic acid in the intestinal soluble shell (93,8±17,7 mg/day, n=8 and 94,4±15,8 mg/day, n=8), respectively. Initially and after 6 months of therapy were carried out: quantitative assessment of RAS (by means of a sample of cardiac-respiratory synchronism), treadmill test, six-minute walking test, subjective assessment of quality of life, determination of the level of N-terminal fragment of brain natriuretic peptide, echocardioscopy, daily monitoring of blood pressure.Results. Both regimens of combined drug therapy had comparable cardioprotective, hypotensive and neuromodulating effects, equally increased exercise tolerance. In comparison with bisoprolol, carvedilol differed positive impact on RAS, improved quality of life more.Conclusion. In patients with CHF and pEF LV in combination therapy, the use of carvedilol, in comparison with bisoprolol, may be preferable due to the positive effect on the RAS.

scholarly journals The impact of oral health on the quality of life in elderly patients

2020 ◽  
Vol 37 (3) ◽  
pp. 231-240
Author(s):  
Milena Kostić ◽  
Marko Igić ◽  
Ana Pejčić
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Oral Health ◽  
Elderly Patients ◽  
Social Life ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Subjective Assessment ◽  
Self Confidence ◽  
Edentulous Patients ◽  
The Impact

Poor oral hygiene and diseases of the teeth and oral tissues can affect all aspects of patients' lives. The aim of the study was to determine the subjective assessment of oral and general health and their impact on the quality of life in elderly patients. The research included 46 patients, geriatric center users, who were asked questions from a three-part questionnaire. The first part of the questionnaire referred to the basic sociodemografic data. The second part of the questionnaire was the modified Oral Impacts of Daily Performance (OIDP), followed by an assessment of general and oral health by the patient. Likert's five-step scale (1 - 5) determined the frequency and intensity of the difficulties encountered, as well as the subjective assessment of the state of health. Based on the modified OIDP questionnaire, we found that all patients had some difficulties due to oral complaints. Even 86.96% of patients, due to with the existence of oral symptoms, experienced eating disorders, difficulties in enjoying food, laughing and showing teeth without any discomfort, as well as enjoying socializing with other people. Patients with partial edentulism had higher OIDP scores than edentulous patients. OIDP scores did not depend on sex, marital status, or on the educational structure of patients. Respondents with serious difficulties had a statistically significantly higher need for dental interventions. Improvement of oral health and frequent dental examinations could improve the functions of the orofacial system, the appearance and self-confidence of patients, which would have a positive impact on their social life.

scholarly journals Social support and subjective assessment of psychophysical condition, health, and satisfaction with quality of life among women after pregnancy loss

2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Grażyna Iwanowicz-Palus ◽  
Mariola Mróz ◽  
Agnieszka Bień ◽  
Krzysztof Jurek
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Social Support ◽  
Ectopic Pregnancy ◽  
Pregnancy Loss ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Subjective Assessment ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Obstetric History ◽  
The Impact

Abstract Background The task of modern medicine is not just to heal, but also to improve the patient’s well-being and achieve non-medical goals in the therapy process that enable effective physical, mental and social functioning of the patient. Social support in difficult situations mobilizes an individual’s strength and resources to cope with problems. Research on social support and women’s condition after pregnancy loss reflects a holistic approach to the patient and is important from the perspective of increasing the level of hospital care. Objective The aim of our study was to assess the impact of social support on the psychophysical condition, health, and satisfaction with quality of life among women after miscarriage and ectopic pregnancy. Methods The cross-sectional study was carried out in a group of 500 patients after miscarriage and 110 with ectopic pregnancy, hospitalized in hospitals in Lublin (Poland). The study was conducted with the use of a diagnostic survey, comprising the Berlin Social Support Scales (BSSS) and an original survey questionnaire (psychophysical condition, satisfaction with health and quality of life on a scale of 1–4, sources of support on a scale of 1–10, with 1 being the poorest rating). Results Respondents after miscarriage and those after ectopic pregnancy assigned the highest scores to the degree of perceived available instrumental support (respectively, miscarriage: M = 3.79, EP: M = 3.77). Women after pregnancy loss assigned the highest score to the support obtained from their partner (respectively, miscarriage: M = 9.26, EP: M = 9.23). Social support was significantly correlated with the condition of patients hospitalized as a result of pregnancy loss (p < 0.05). The assessment of psychophysical condition, health, and QoL of the respondents is determined by their education, financial standing, and obstetric history (p < 0.05). Conclusions Women hospitalized due to miscarriage and ectopic pregnancy assigned high scores to the level of perceived available instrumental, emotional, and actually received social support. There is a positive relationship between social support and subjective opinion about psychophysical condition, health and satisfaction with quality of life among women after pregnancy loss. The assessment is determined by sociodemographic factors and the respondents’ obstetric history.

scholarly journals Statistical Assessment and Information Support for Analysis Quality of Life of Persons with Disabilities in Ukraine: Problems and Modern Development

2021 ◽  
pp. 82-99
Author(s):  
N. P. LUTCHYN
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Higher Education ◽  
Social Policy ◽  
Durable Goods ◽  
People With Disabilities ◽  
Subjective Assessment ◽  
Information Support ◽  
Persons With Disabilities ◽  
The Impact

The article is devoted to the problems of analyzing the quality of life of people with disabilities in Ukraine. Th e purpose of the article is to carry out an objective assessment of the qua lity of life of persons with disabilities, taking into account the existing information support. Proposals are formed for full-fl edged surveys of this category of persons in Ukraine, taking into account the subjective assessment. Th e relevance of the study is due to the lack of suffi cient information support in Ukraine, both at the regional and national level. Th e analysis of persons with disabilities is carried out based on the available database of the State Statistical Service of Ukraine, the Ministry of Social Policy of Ukraine, State Employment Center and the Fund for Social Protection of the Disabled. Th e paper analyzes the dynamics of the number and structure of the causes of disability, access to educational services and the level of emp loyment of people with disabilities. Th e level of provision of persons with disabilities with durable goods that ensure their functioning in society is partially analyzed. Th e impact fac tors on the level of employment of people with disabilities are identifi ed. Th e classical regression method with the help of Statistica soft ware package is used to determine the impact of fac tors on the level of employment of persons with disabilities. Іt was found that the variation of employment of people with disabilities by 28 % depends on their access to higher education, in particular, the access of people with disabilities to higher education of full cycle of study has a greater impact on the level of employment. Th e results of the study showed that in Ukraine there is no comprehensive approach to the study of the socioeconomic profi le of persons with disabilities, which does not allow the formation of eff ective social policy. Th e paper proposes an author’s approach to the subjective assessment of the quality of life of people with disabilities and formulates proposals for assessing all aspects that form the quality of their life.

scholarly journals Social Support and Subjective Assessment of Psychophysical Condition, Health, and Satisfaction with Quality of Life among Women after Pregnancy Loss

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Grażyna Iwanowicz-Palus ◽  
Mariola Małgorzata Mróz ◽  
Agnieszka Bień
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Social Support ◽  
Ectopic Pregnancy ◽  
Pregnancy Loss ◽  
Holistic Approach ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Subjective Assessment ◽  
Modern Medicine ◽  
The Impact

Abstract Background: The task of modern medicine is not just to heal, but also to improve the patient’s well-being and achieve non-medical goals in the therapy process that enable effective physical, mental and social functioning of the patient. Social support in difficult situations mobilizes an individual's strength and resources to cope with problems. Research on social support and women’s condition after pregnancy loss reflects a holistic approach to the patient and is important from the perspective of increasing the level of hospital care. The aim of our study was to assess the impact of social support on the psychophysical condition, health, and satisfaction with quality of life among women after miscarriage and ectopic pregnancy.Methods: The study was carried out among 500 patients after misscariage and 110 with ectopic pregnancy, hospitalized in hospitals in Lublin (Poland). The study was conducted with the use of a diagnostic survey with the application of the Berlin Social Support Scales (BSSS) and original survey questionnaire.Results: Respondents after miscarriage and those after termination of ectopic pregnancy assigned highest scores to the degree of perceived available instrumental support (respectively, miscarriage: M = 3.79, EP: M = 3.77), emotional support (M = 3.68, M = 3.65), and actually received support (M = 3.61, M = 3.57) (p < 0.05). Women after pregnancy loss assigned the highest score to the support obtained from their partner (respectively, miscarriage: M = 9.26, EP: M = 9.23), family (M = 9.09, M = 9.18), midwife (M = 8.70, M = 8.58), and friends (M = 8.49, M = 8.61) (p < 0.05). Social support was significantly correlated with the condition of patients hospitalized as a result of pregnancy loss (p < 0.05).Conclusions: Women hospitalized due to miscarriage and ectopic pregnancy assigned high scores to the level of perceived available instrumental, emotional, and actually received social support. There is a positive relationship between social support and subjective opinion about psychophysical condition, health and satisfaction with quality of life among women after pregnancy loss.

scholarly journals Influence of Physical Activity on Pain, Depression and Quality of Life of Patients in Palliative Care: A Proof-of-Concept Study

2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (5) ◽  
pp. 1012
Author(s):  
Dariusz Myrcik ◽  
Wojciech Statowski ◽  
Magdalena Trzepizur ◽  
Antonella Paladini ◽  
Oscar Corli ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Physical Activity ◽  
Palliative Care ◽  
Subjective Assessment ◽  
Daily Activities ◽  
Spiritual Needs ◽  
Motor Abilities ◽  
Total Pain ◽  
The Impact

Introduction: Palliative care not only focuses on physical ailments associated with the disease, but also considers the psychological, social and spiritual needs of the patients. The aim of this study is to assess the impact of physical activity on palliative care patients, with special regard to the subjective assessment of severity of total pain and quality of life. Materials and methods: The study was conducted on 92 palliative care patients either in a hospice or at home. The tool used to assess the patients was an original questionnaire focusing on the area of their independence and motor abilities. The study attempted to understand whether an appropriate physical activity and the instruction of palliative care patients and their families in the field of independence would improve the quality of life and reduce the intensity of total pain in the patients. Results: All of the patients were at an advanced stage of cancer. The survey at time “0”, conducted before the start of the instructions for patients and their relatives, showed that a majority of patients (47, 51.09%) often experienced limitations during the performance of daily activities. In the fourth visit, conducted one week after the fourth educational session, there was a significant increase in patients who did not experience any limitations in performing their daily activities or experienced them just sometimes. Conclusions: The ultimate effect of the proposed educational program on physical activity was an increase in the quality of life, a reduction in pain and a mood improvement. These results would need confirmation with more extensive studies.

scholarly journals Quality of life in town: Views and actions of inhabitants of certain towns in Serbia

Sociologija ◽  
2016 ◽  
Vol 58 (suppl. 1) ◽  
pp. 232-244
Author(s):  
Andjelka Mirkov
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Survey Research ◽  
Subjective Experience ◽  
Local Community ◽  
Subjective Assessment ◽  
Sociological Research ◽  
Human Needs ◽  
Problems And Solutions ◽  
Employment Education

The paper is devoted to the analysis of quality of life in towns of Serbia based on subjective assessment of inhabitants of certain towns. Quality of life refers to the set of living conditions assessed in terms of satisfying human needs, and in an urban environment it could be observed in dimensions of housing, employment, education, culture, recreation, health, ecology, etc. The analysis has used data from survey research conducted by Institute for Sociological Research of University of Belgrade - Faculty of Philosophy in 2013-2015. Kragujevac, Sabac, Uzice, Novi Pazar, Sombor, Zrenjanin, Leskovac and Zajecar have been chosen as case studies, and the sample of each town is representative of the urban population aged from 18 to 65 years. The aim of the paper is to present results of the mentioned survey research in order to gain insight into certain aspects of subjective experience of quality of life in studied towns. The paper analyses important problems of local community or town that residents perceive as worrisome, then the most important improvement in quality of life in town during the last five years, according to the respondents, as well as the activities organised by residents themselves to improve the quality of life in their town. There are similarities between the mentioned towns, like unfavourable economic situation or low level of civic activism, but also some differences which point to the locally specific problems and solutions.

scholarly journals Impact of the activities of local government on the quality of life of households, in the opinion of the inhabitants, of the border commune, Hanna

2015 ◽  
Vol 19 (4) ◽  
pp. 21-25
Author(s):  
Agnieszka Siedlecka
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Local Government ◽  
Subjective Assessment ◽  
Economic Factors ◽  
The Past ◽  
The Impact

Abstract The issue of quality of life is an interdisciplinary issue. Non-economic and economic factors influence its level. The aim of the study is a subjective assessment of the quality of life for residents of the border commune of Hanna and to assess the impact of investment in the commune on its level. The article attempts to answer the following question. What types of investment affect the quality of life of residents to the greatest extent? In order to achieve these objectives, surveys were conducted for the period January – April 2014. The samples for the research were not made by randomised choice, but instead used the snowball method. The results indicated that the subjective assessment of the quality of life for residents is high. It can be said that in the opinion of the respondents, quality of life has not changed significantly over the past five years. Respondents recognize the affect that the important role of the commune’s activities has on the quality of life of households; particularly investments from EU funds.

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