scholarly journals The Usability and Feasibility of DailyCalm Application in Reducing Stress among Adolescents During COVID-19 Pandemic

2021 ◽  
Vol 16 (2) ◽  
pp. 216-226
Author(s):  
Noor Azimah Muhammad ◽  

Stress is common among adolescents that impairs their well-being. This study aimed at determining the usability and feasibility of a newly developed mobile apps, DailyCalm in reducing stress among secondary school students in Kedah. They were recruited via convenience sampling using social media in August 2020 during COVID-19 pandemic. An access link was provided to download the DailyCalm apps that contained videos teaching on breathing and relaxation techniques. Students were encouraged to use the apps thrice a week. Students responded to an online form that measured stress level using Perceived Stress Scale (PSS) at baseline and four weeks later and perception on the usability and feasibility of the apps after four weeks of use. Among the 80 students aged 13 to 17 years who completed the study, 83.8% of them were having moderate to high level of stress. The students rated the apps as moderately usable with mean of 39.91 (SD = 6.12) and highly feasible with mean of 41.74 (SD = 6.99). However, there was no significant reduction in PSS score after 4 weeks of use [mean of 18.10 (SD =5.15) at baseline and mean of 17.44 (SD =5.06) at post-intervention; p-value = 0.19]. In conclusion, DailyCalm was viewed as moderately usable and highly feasible, yet its use over 4 weeks did not show a significant reduction in the stress level experienced by the students. The DailyCalm app has the potential to be used as a stress management application but needs further improvement for an effective use.

2020 ◽  
Vol 64 (4) ◽  
pp. 319-330
Author(s):  
Sophia Olton-Weber ◽  
Robyn Hess ◽  
Jennifer A. Ritchotte

Gifted youth frequently experience perfectionism, which for some can affect their emotional well-being. This study evaluated the effectiveness of a 6-week mindfulness intervention for 42 middle school students who were identified as Gifted and Talented. Participants’ levels of self-oriented and socially prescribed perfectionism, as well as their use of mindfulness practices, were evaluated pre- and post- intervention, as well as at a 5-week follow-up to assess changes in perfectionism ratings and use of mindfulness. Three Bonferroni-adjusted, one-way, repeated measures analyses of variance were performed, and the results indicated a significant decrease in self-oriented perfectionism and an increase in mindfulness at both the end of the intervention and at follow-up. These findings support the use of mindfulness as an appropriate intervention to reduce self-imposed forms of perfectionism among gifted youth.


2020 ◽  
Vol 29 (4) ◽  
pp. 429-440
Author(s):  
Amar Abhishek ◽  
Nasreen Ghaji Ansari ◽  
Vishwajeet Singh ◽  
Rahul Janak Sinha ◽  
Prabhakar Mishra ◽  
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BACKGROUND: The etiology of prostate cancer (PCa) is multi-factorial including environmental and genetic factors. Present study evaluates the association between level of pesticides, stress level and CYP1A1 gene polymorphism with PCa patients. METHODS: A case control study was conducted with 102 PCa patients and age match symptomatic (n= 107) and asymptomatic benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH, n= 70) patients. Pesticide level was characterized by Gas Chromatography. The oxidative stress and scavenging mechanisms were determined by biochemical method. Two polymorphisms of CYP1A1 gene, rs4646903 and rs1048943, were analyzed by polymerase chain reaction (PCR) followed by restriction fragment length polymorphism and allele specific PCR method. RESULTS: Higher level of pesticide namely beta-hexachlorocyclohexane (β-HCH), Malathion, Chlorpyrifos and Fenvalerate were found in PCa group (all p value: < 0.05). Kruskal Wallis H test depicted that level of β-HCH and Malathion significantly correlated with higher grade of PCa (all p< 0.05). The PCa Patients with simultaneously low antioxidant activity and high stress level tended to suffer worst clinical outcomes. Dominant model of rs4646903 and rs1048943 suggested that substitution is associated with a higher risk of PCa (OR: 2.2, CI: 1.6–3.8, p: 0.009 and OR: 1.95, CI: 1.1–3.4, p: 0.026; respectively) and this risk was also influenced by smoking and pesticide exposure. CONCLUSION: Environmental and genetic factors are reported to raise risk; person with high level of these pesticides especially in high risk genotype might be more susceptible to PCa.


e-CliniC ◽  
2015 ◽  
Vol 3 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Vini Maleke ◽  
Adrian Umboh ◽  
Vivekenanda Pateda

Abstract: Nutrition is needed for growth and development, energy, thinking, and physical well-being. Selection of proper nutrition will optimize growth and brain development. This study aimed to determine the relationship of nutritional status and academic achievement of elementary school students in Modoinding. This was a descriptive analytical study with a cross sectional design. The nutritional status was based on BMI value meanwhile the academic achievement was based on school reports. Samples were 114 students. Data were analyzed by using univariate and bivariate analyses as well as ANOVA F test. The results showed that there was no significant relationship between nutritional status and academic achievement with a p value = 0.792. Conclusion: There was no significant relationship between nutritional status and academic achievement among the elementary students in Modoinding.Keywords: nutritional status, achievementAbstrak: Gizi dibutuhkan anak sekolah untuk pertumbuhan dan perkembangan, energi, berpikir, serta daya tahan tubuh. Gizi yang berkualitas akan mengoptimalisasikan pertumbuhan dan perkembangan otak. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui hubungan status gizi dan prestasi belajar siswa Sekolah Dasar Kecamatan Modoinding. Penelitian ini bersifat dekriptif analitik dengan desain potong litang. Status gizi dan prestasi dilihat berdasarkan nilai IMT dan hasil rapor. Jumlah sampel sebanyak 114 siswa. Data dianalisis secara univariat dan bivariat dengan uji anova F. Hasil analisis data memperlihatkan tidak terdapat hubungan bermakna antara status gizi dan prestasi belajar siswa dengan nilai p = 0,792. Simpulan: Pada siswa Sekolah Dasar Kecamatan Modoinding tidak terdapat hubungan bermakna antara status gizi dan prestasi belajar.Kata kunci: status gizi, prestasi


2019 ◽  
Vol 6 (2) ◽  
pp. 190
Author(s):  
Lisnawati Lisnawati ◽  
Ifah Afifah Dayyanah Al Rahmah

This study aims to determine the relationship between spirituality with psychological well being in students of Islamic Boarding School and State Islamic High School, as well as the differences of the students psychological well being of State Islamic High School and Islamic Boarding House. The research subjects of the 3rd grade students of State Islamic High School and Islamic Boarding House, each represented by 45 students, the data collection tool used in this research is the scale of spirituality and psychological well being scale. The sampling technique used in this research is purposive sampling technique. Data analysis method used in this research is product moment technique and independent sample t test. The result of correlation analysis shows that the relation of spirituality with psychological well being in State Islamic High School has r value of 0.794 and p value of 0.000 (P <0,05) and the result of spirituality analysis with psychological well being in Islamic Boarding House has r value of 0,742 and p value 0.000 (P <0.05) thus the two results indicate a very significant positive relationship. Based on these two results can be drawn the conclusion the higher the level of spirituality, the higher the psychological well being in the students, and it can be concluded that the first hypothesis in this study, that there is a positive relationship between the spiritual and psychological well being accepted. The result of psychological well being test analysis on students at State Islamic High School and Islamic Boarding House has value of difference index (T) psychological well being in State Islamic High School students and Islamic Boarding House of 5.407 with significance level (P) of 0,000 (P <0,05) and mean on student State Islamic High School is 133,71 while in Islamic Boarding House students equal to 120,10. So the psychological condition well being subject in State Islamic High School is higher than the Islamic Boarding House. The second hypothesis is that there is a difference of psychological well being in State Islamic High School and Islamic Boarding House students accepted. Keywords: Spirituality, Psychological well being


2021 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  
pp. 73-80
Author(s):  
Dwi Heppy Rochmawati ◽  
Wigyo Susanto ◽  
Hetty Catur Ellyawati

Stress is a mental emotional disorder faced by a person due to pressure. Such pressure arises from the failure of individuals to fulfill their needs or wants. The pressure felt by someone can come from within or from outside of themselves. Individuals who experience stress need proper management, so as not to cause further harmful effects. One of the stress management method is by providing 5-finger technique therapy. The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of the 5-finger technique on the high school students’ stress level in Semarang. This study used a Quasi-Experiment Pretest-Posttest design without a control group. The instrument used was a 5-finger technique therapy worksheet, while the stress level was measured using the DASS-42 (Depression Anxiety Stress Scale). Approximately 90 respondents were chosen through simple random sampling and met the including criteria. The data analysis was conducted by using Mann Whitney statistical test, obtaining p-value <0.05 (0.00) was obtained with a decrease in the respondents’ stress level. The results showed that the 5-finger technique reduced the respondents’ stress level.


2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (3) ◽  
pp. 203
Author(s):  
Debbra Toria Nipo ◽  
Jaratin Lily ◽  
Sidah Idris ◽  
Saizal Pinjaman ◽  
Imbarine Bujang

Digital inclusion has now become not only a matter of technological adoption, but the ability to use technologies where individuals are to possess necessary skills to make effective use of digital technologies. In this regard, digital literacy is seen as a crucial enabler for individuals to take advantage of digital opportunities as well as to engage in digital activities. Building on the importance of digital literacy, this study therefore attempts to assess the role of Internet usage and digital literacy on human development, which is proxied by the Human Development Index (HDI). Using a panel dataset covering 38 countries over a 4-year time span from 2015 to 2018, results of regression analysis indicate that both Internet usage and digital literacy emerge with significant and positive relationships with HDI. This evidence suggests that the high number of Internet users and high level of digital literacy are important means for promoting human development. Additional moderation analysis between Internet usage and digital literacy also produces a positive and significant interaction effect, which subsequently implies that digital literacy is an essential skill in enhancing effective usage of the Internet towards achieving greater socioeconomic well-being.


2021 ◽  
Vol 1 ◽  
pp. 772-778
Author(s):  
Cholifatun Sholihah ◽  
Nurul Aktifah

AbstractElderly is a condition in which a person due to his age undergoes biological, physical and behavioural changes. Psychological problems frequently occur at this age are stress. Stress in the ederly if not addressed immediately can cause various impacts in their daily lives such as disruption of the communication process and decreased cognitive power. One of the ways to overcome this disorder is by applying occupational therapy on reducing stress level in the ederly. The analysis result stated there is a differents after applying this therapy. Before applying the intervention, 39 respondents (72,2%) were in moderate stress level. And after the intervention, 28 respondents (51,86%) were in low stress level. Therefore,the therapy has significantly affected on reducing stress level in the elderly with p value 0,001 (<0,005). Thus, nurses expected to apply this therapy as a non-pharmacologic alternative way to reduce the stress level in the elderly.Keyword: the elderly ; stress ; occupational therapy AbstrakLanjut usia adalah seseorang yang karena usianya mengalami perubahan biologis, fisik maupun sikap. Masalah psikologis yang dapat dialami oleh lansia adalah stres. Stres pada lansia jika tidak diatasi segera dapat menimbulkan berbagai dampak dalam kehidupan kesehariannya seperti terganggunya proses komunikasi dan menurunnya daya kognitif. Masalah stres pada lansia dapat diatasi dengan beberapa terapi salah satunya yaitu dengan terapi okupasi. Tujuan karya tulis ilmiah ini adalah untuk menggambarkan pengaruh terapi okupasi terhadap penurunan tingkat stres pada lansia. Desain karya tulis ilmiah ini menggunakan literature review. Hasil analisis didapatkan bahwa sebelum dilakukan intervensi tingkat stres sebagian besar dalam katagori sedang sejumlah 39 responden (72,2 %) dan sesudah dilakukan intervensi tingkat stres sebagian besar dalam katagori ringan sejumlah 28 responden (51,86 %). Kesimpulannya adalah bahwa terapi okupasi berpengaruh terhadap penurunan tingkat stres pada lansia dengan nilai ρ value 0,001 (< 0,005). Saran bagi tenaga keperawatan yaitu diharapkan dapat menerapkan terapi okupasi sebagai salah satu alternatif non farmakologi untuk menurunkan tingkat stres pada lansia.Kata kunci : Lansia ; Stres ; Terapi Okupasi


2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 11-16
Author(s):  
Sutri Yani ◽  
Iin Nilawati

Self-disclosure therapy is stress therapy through self-disclosure, which is the activity of sharing familiar feelings with others through telling stories, communicating deeply, and allowing themselves to be known by others. The ability to express oneself, such as feelings and thoughts, to others is recognized as important. This study aims to determine the effect of self-disclosure therapy on adolescents who experience stress on reducing stress levels. This study used a quasi experimental design. The sample in this study were teenagers, amounting to 29 respondents. In this study, respondents were given a pre-test before being given self-disclosure therapy. Then the respondent is given self-disclosure therapy. After being given therapy, the respondent is given a post test, then the stress level is measured. The results showed that there was an effect of self disclosure on adolescents who experienced stress. This can be seen from the mean stress level before self-disclosure therapy, the mean stress level (24.31) and after the self-disclosure therapy, the mean stress level (16.34). The results of statistical tests using the Man-Wilney test showed that the P value = 0.000, which means that there is a significant effect of providing self-disclosure therapy on reducing stress levels in adolescents who experience stress. It is hoped that self-disclosure therapy can be used as an alternative therapy to reduce stress levels in adolescents. Keywords: Self Disclousure; Stress; Adolescencts


Author(s):  
Wai Wing Ada MA ◽  
Hoi Ling Joanne WONG

LANGUAGE NOTE | Document text in English; abstract also in Chinese. The purpose of this study was to examine the effectiveness of exergaming for improving balance, eye–hand coordination (EHC), and exercise enjoyment among children with special educational needs (SEN) and probable developmental coordination disorder (p-DCD). This study adopted a single-group intervention with paired results. Nine primary school students (seven boys and two girls, aged 7–10 years) were recruited and underwent a 3-month exergaming intervention involving three 30-minute sessions per week. Xbox One Kinect was used under the supervision of the researchers and physical education (PE) teachers. Pre- and post-intervention scores were calculated for data analysis. Motor performance was assessed using the Movement Assessment Battery for Children – Second Edition Test. The participants’ gaming experiences were captured using Fun Toolkit. The Wilcoxon signed-rank test showed significant improvements in balance and EHC, but no significant differences in enjoyment scores. The findings indicated a positive impact of exergaming on primary school students with SEN and motor problems. The outcomes indicate that exergaming is an effective strategy for improving motor skills in children with SEN and p-DCD/DCD. Therefore, exergaming could be incorporated into PE curricula to motivate students to participate in physical activities in order to improve their physical health and well-being. 本研究探討虛擬遊戲對改善有特殊教育需要(SEN)和(潛在)發育協調障礙的兒童的平衡、眼手協調和享受運動的功效。九名小學生參加為期三個月,每週三次30分鐘的訓練。訓練前後的遊戲分數、運動表現和遊戲體驗都被分析。研究結果顯示平衡力和眼手協調顯著地改善,但享受度沒有明顯差異。這說明虛擬遊戲對有SEN和動作協調問題的小學生有積極影響,改善運動技能。因此,將這納入體育課程,可鼓勵學生參加體能活動,改善身心健康。


Author(s):  
Roslinda Mustapha ◽  
Md. Azman Shahadan ◽  
Hazalizah Hamzah

Previous studies indicated that sensitivity to facial expressions of threat is related to anxiety in children, adolescents and adults. A small amount of anxiety often improves students' performance, but a high level of anxiety can interfere the learning process. The feeling of being threatened by particular stimuli would cause them to perceive many daily situations as threatening and this will result in more frequent experiences of fear of what may happen, especially for the high anxiety students. This research will explore the threat perception that the secondary school students might have in relation to negative facial expression and examine the sensitivity towards anger expressions as threatening stimuli. 49 students (25 low anxiety and 24 high anxiety) age between 16 to 18 years old have been recruited to answer a set of anxiety questionnaires and they were also required to identify the facial expression to explore the threat perception by looking at images posing facial expression in 2 and 3 dimensions. These images have been transformed into 5 levels of anger using FaceGen Modeller 3.5. Results demonstrated that the high anxiety students can identify threat stimuli from faces more accurately and faster than the low anxiety students. It is suggested that angry faces may be perceived as particularly threatening amongst students and play a significant role in their emotional well being. It is hoped that this research will increase our understanding of the relationship between anxiety and threat perception and this unique visual stimulus can generate a wealth of other research in Malaysia.


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