scholarly journals Association Between Social Support and Mental Health in Pre-Old and Old Age: Is It Different Depends on the Object? A Cross-Sectional Study

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yaya Li ◽  
Mai Kabayama ◽  
Kei Kamide
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Social Support ◽  
Old Age ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
Positive Association ◽  
Ordinary Least Squares ◽  
Age Group ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Emotional Social Support

Abstract Background The association of social support with mental health for the older adults has been well documented; however, object-specific support was rarely discussed. This study examined the relationships of multiple aspects of social support, especially focusing on objects of social support, across different aging stages. Methods We conducted a self-reported cross-sectional survey in Osaka, Japan in 2013. We analyzed 659 pre-old and 888 old age participants. SF-36v2 was used to measure mental health. Objects of social support was divided into 3 categories (kin, friends, community) with integrating sub-dimensions of social support such as instrumental / emotional social support (function) and provided / received social support (role). Ordinary least squares, controlled for covariates, was carried out to analyze the variation among three objects of social support on mental health in two age groups. Results The results showed a positive association within the pre-old age group but not within the old age group. For the pre-old age group, either emotional or instrumental social support either provided to or received from a community neighbor had a positive association, while emotional social support provided to kin or friends and instrumental support received from friends didn’t show any relation to mental health.Conclusions The relationship between social support and mental health varied by objects and age groups.

scholarly journals Can traditional games be an option in increasing the physical activity of women following mastectomy?

2015 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Małgorzata Bronikowska ◽  
Michał Bronikowski ◽  
Agata Glapa ◽  
Bartosz Prabucki
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Older Women ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
Recovery Process ◽  
Age Group ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Younger Women ◽  
Younger Age ◽  
Ring Net

SummaryStudy aim: the purpose of the present study was to investigate the potential of traditional games as a method of increasing the physical activity (PA) of women following mastectomy. A cross-sectional survey during the 20th ONCO Games was conducted and the sample included data from women divided into two groups: up to 50 years old (n = 26) and over 50 years old (n = 86).Material and methods: PA was assessed using a questionnaire, and the number of steps taking during 30-minute periods was measured using pedometers during each of the games. Exertion was evaluated using Borg’s Scale.Results: there was no difference in levels of coherence between the age groups. The group of younger women were statistically more active (M = 3.34 days/week) than the older group (M = 2.77 days/week). All the games were evaluated to be of light intensity, with ringo perceived as being statistically more fatiguing in the over 50 age group. The highest number of steps was performed during the game of ring-net-ball (M = 1903 steps/30 min) in both age groups, with older women performing statistically more steps. Similar situations were observed in the cases of pétanque and speedminton. In ringo, the situation was reversed. The lowest number of steps was recorded in pétanque in the younger age group (M = 296 steps/30 min).Conclusion: this study indicates that in the rehabilitation and recovery process after mastectomy, traditional games could be a bridging link between exercising and sports as they provide not just activity but also a unique and valuable social context.

Acculturation, Social Support and Mental Health Outcomes among Syrian Refugees in Germany

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Molly Green ◽  
Elizabeth King ◽  
Florian Fischer
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Social Support ◽  
Depressive Symptoms ◽  
Syrian Refugees ◽  
Health Issues ◽  
Linear Regression Models ◽  
Reverse Causality ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
German Culture ◽  
Cross Sectional

Abstract Syrian refugees in Germany number around 700,000 and they are managing acculturation and mental health issues. In May–July 2018, we conducted a cross-sectional survey among 97 Syrian refugees in Germany using measures of acculturation, social support, depressive symptoms and wellbeing. We ran linear-regression models and created an interaction term of two aspects of acculturation, focused on the outcomes of depressive symptoms and wellbeing, along with the possible moderation of social support. Affiliation with German culture was positively associated with wellbeing. More acculturation to German culture may promote positive mental health. Higher levels of social support were associated with lower levels of wellbeing and higher levels of depressive symptoms; this could reflect reverse causality or more connections with those back home. This study provides insight into acculturation and mental health among a significant refugee population in Germany.

scholarly journals Prevalence of Canine Parvovirus Infection in Street Dogs in Mymensingh Municipality area, Bangladesh

2014 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  
pp. 5-6
Author(s):  
Md Rafiqul Islam ◽  
Md Aminul Islam ◽  
Md Siddiqur Rahman ◽  
Md Jasim Uddin ◽  
Md Abu Sayed Sarker ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Rectal Swab ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
Health Condition ◽  
Canine Parvovirus ◽  
Age Group ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Published Report ◽  
Severe Gastroenteritis ◽  
Normal Health

Canine parvovirus (CPV) is a highly contagious infectious disease of dog characterized by severe gastroenteritis but so far there is no first-hand data on CPV reported in Bangladesh. Therefore, this cross-sectional survey was carried out for the antigenic detection of CPV in thirty randomly selected street dogs captured throughout Mymensingh municipality of Bangladesh over the period from January to July 2010. Rectal swab samples were collected from all dogs and tested by CPV rapid Ag test. Overall prevalence of canine parvovirus disease was recorded as 30%. Prevalence of CPV was higher in young age group than that of older age groups. Male dogs were found to be higher susceptible to canine parvovirus infection in comparison with female. Significantly higher prevalence of CPV was recorded in diarrheic dogs compared with those having no diarrhea. Dogs with poor health condition were more vulnerable to canine parvovirus infection compared to those with normal health status. This is the first published report on CPV in street dogs in Bangladesh. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.3329/mh.v3i1.19768 Microbes and Health, June 2014. 3(1): 5-6

scholarly journals Differential Impact of Types of Social Support in the Mental Health of Formerly Incarcerated Latino Men

2013 ◽  
Vol 8 (3) ◽  
pp. 226-239 ◽  
Author(s):  
Miguel Muñoz-Laboy ◽  
Nicolette Severson ◽  
Ashley Perry ◽  
Vincent Guilamo-Ramos
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Social Support ◽  
Emotional Support ◽  
Health Indicators ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Latino Men ◽  
Formerly Incarcerated ◽  
The Impact

The role of social support in the mental health of formerly incarcerated Latino men (FILM) is an issue overlooked in public health prevention efforts. The objectives of this analysis were to (a) describe the levels of social support perceived and received by FILM; (b) identify the associations, if any, between levels of social support and mental health indicators such as depression and anxiety; and (c) explore the impact of familism and hypermasculinity on the receptivity of social support and the potential role of these factors in mediating associations between social support and mental health indicators. To accomplish the objectives, we conducted a cross-sectional survey with FILM ( n = 259), ages 18 to 59, in New York City, and one nominated member of their social network ( n = 130 dyads). In this analysis, we examined four dimensions of social support (instrumental, informational, appraisal, and emotional) from two perspectives: provided (as reported by members of the social networks) and perceived (as reported by FILM). The major outcome variables for this analysis were the presence/absence of major anxiety and depressive symptoms. Our logistic regression analyses suggest that perceived emotional support was inversely associated with both anxiety and depression. Our findings suggest that familism mediated the association between perceived emotional support and anxiety/depression. Therefore, we must consider designing network enhancement interventions that focus on both FILM and their social support systems.

scholarly journals Weekly Training and Competitive Load of Junior Level Community Cricket Players

2015 ◽  
Vol 49 (4) ◽  
pp. 164-167
Author(s):  
Scott William Talpey ◽  
Emma Siesmaa ◽  
Peta White ◽  
Caroline F Finch
Keyword(s):  
Injury Prevention ◽  
Injury Risk ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
Older Age ◽  
Community Level ◽  
Age Group ◽  
Prevention Strategies ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Weekly Training

ABSTRACT Purpose Understanding the participation habits of junior cricket players is needed to better inform injury prevention strategies in this sporting population. This investigation sought to describe the amount of training and competition undertaken by junior community level cricket players in a typical week. Materials and methods A cross-sectional survey with a 1 week recall was administered to 281 Australian junior community club cricket players aged 9 to 16 years. The number of training and competitive matches in the previous week and the number of contexts competed or trained in during that same week were determined. Results The majority of the surveyed cricketers participated in. 1 match during the previous week, with 10% reporting having participated in. 2 matches. More players from the under 16 years (U16) level others competed in. 2 matches in the previous week. Coinciding with the greater number of weekly participations in the older age group, 49% (CI: 9.60) of the U16 players reported also taking part in. 2 training sessions in the previous week. Overall, more players aged under 12 years (U12) (46%; CI: 31.6.57.6) reported not attending any cricket training in the previous week, than did older age groups (7% each). Moreover, 28% of U16 players reported also competing in an adult competition. Conclusion Older players had greater training and competitive loads than younger players. The number of competitive contexts across which junior players compete also increased with age. There is potential for heightened injury risk when training and match loads get too high, especially across playing contexts. How to cite this article Talpey SW, Siesmaa E, White P, Finch CF. Weekly Training and Competitive Load of Junior Level Community Cricket Players. J Postgrad Med Edu Res 2015;49(4): 164-167.

scholarly journals Comparison between the Patterns of Common Breast Diseases Presenting as Breast Lumps in Pregnant and Non-Pregnant Married Women

2020 ◽  
Vol 15 (2) ◽  
pp. 13-17
Author(s):  
Zena Kassim Mohamed
Keyword(s):  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Old Age ◽  
Normal Development ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
Breast Diseases ◽  
Age Group ◽  
Breast Lump ◽  
Breast Clinic ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Breast Lumps

Background: Breast lump is one of the most common prevalent complaint of patients attending breast clinics. Objective: To determine if there is any change in the pattern of common breast, diseases presenting as breast lumps between pregnant and non-pregnant women among patients attending Al-Elwiya Breast Clinic. Methods: This is a cross – sectional study, with convent's patient sampling setting in AL-Elwiya Breast Cancer Early Detection Clinic from 1st Feb. to 1st May 2018, we collected data from patients with breast lumps including the age groups, pregnancy status, parity status, previous breast diseases, hormonal drugs, menstrual cycle, breast feeding. Breast lump was examined, sonography and needle biopsy, and histopathology. Results:  This study involves 306 married patients, fibro adenoma was the commonest pathology in the age group 20-29 year-old (29.9%) followed by Aberration of Normal Development and Involution which was found mainly in 30-39-year-old age group (36.1%). Carcinoma found mainly in the >40-year-old age group (10.3%). Aberration of Normal Development and Involution was the main pathology in non-pregnant patients (36.1%), in pregnant patients fibro adenoma is the commonest (35.7%). Conclusion: The majority of breast lumps are benign. In pregnant women, fibro adenoma is the commonest, while in non-pregnant women, Aberration of Normal Development and Involution is the main cause of breast lumps

scholarly journals Custodial Grandparent’s Job Loss During the COVID-19 Pandemic and Its Relationship With Parenting Stress and Mental Health

2021 ◽  
pp. 073346482110062
Author(s):  
Qi Wu ◽  
Yanfeng Xu ◽  
Merav Jedwab
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Parenting Stress ◽  
Job Loss ◽  
The United States ◽  
Ordinary Least Squares ◽  
Least Squares Regression ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Custodial Grandparents ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
The Relationship

Involuntary job loss during the COVID-19 pandemic adds challenges, especially for custodial grandparents that are taking care of grandchildren. Grandparents are relatively vulnerable, and they need more attention and support when facing the negative impacts of COVID-19. This study analyzed cross-sectional survey data collected from 234 custodial grandparents via Qualtrics Panels in June 2020 in the United States. After using the propensity score weighting adjustment, results from logistic and ordinary least squares regression showed that compared with grandparents that did not lose their job during the pandemic, grandparents that did had more parenting stress and worse mental health. Moderation analysis also showed that social support was a significant moderator of the relationship between job loss and mental health, but not the relationship between job loss and parenting stress. The findings and implications are discussed.

scholarly journals Responsive Feeding Is Associated With Minimum Dietary Diversity in Rural Areas of Peru, Nicaragua and Indonesia

2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (Supplement_2) ◽  
pp. 682-682
Author(s):  
Rebecca Robert ◽  
Hilary Creed-Kanashiro ◽  
Margot Marin ◽  
Mary Penny
Keyword(s):  
Rural Areas ◽  
Linear Models ◽  
Complementary Feeding ◽  
Dietary Diversity ◽  
Developmentally Appropriate ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
Positive Association ◽  
Age Group ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Minimum Dietary Diversity

Abstract Objectives Responsive feeding, the age and developmentally appropriate interactions between caregivers and their infants and young children (IYC) 6–23 months, is a critical component of complementary feeding to promote healthy growth and development. Survey questions were developed to represent four dimensions of responsive feeding: 1) opportunities for child self-feeding, 2) talking positively with the child during mealtime, 3) encouraging a child who has not eaten enough, and 4) appropriate response to child refusal (ProPAN, PAHO, 2013). In this study we examined responsive feeding, dichotomized as high or low, and its association with the IYC WHO indicator minimum dietary diversity (MDD) in three countries: Peru, Nicaragua and Indonesia. Methods Cross-sectional surveys were administered by trained enumerators as part of a program evaluation to a random sample of households with IYC 6–23 months in largely rural, poor areas of Peru, Nicaragua and Indonesia where malnutrition was prevalent. Among the topics included were responsive feeding, dietary intake, health and demographics. From a possible score of -1 to + 4, low responsive feeding was considered -1 to 2 and high responsive feeding 3 to 4. Analysis by country included descriptive statistics of responsive feeding by IYC age group and generalized linear models with a logit link. Results Among the sample of 2273 IYC, the proportion of caregivers with high responsive feeding scores were similar across countries: 26.5% in Indonesia, 31.6% in Nicaragua and 30.6% in Peru. When examined by age group, a larger percentage of younger IYC (6–8 months) had higher responsive feeding scores than older age groups (9–11 and 12–23 months) across countries. MDD differed considerably by country: 92.1% in Peru, 52.1% in Nicaragua, and 17.1% in Indonesia. In country specific multivariate models, high responsive feeding was associated with achieving MDD in all three countries, controlling for child age and other variables. Conclusions Responsive feeding is an important component of complementary feeding and these results suggest a positive association between responsive feeding and MDD in three diverse settings. These results provide promising evidence to encourage interventions that promote responsive feeding as part of key feeding practices for caregivers of IYC. Funding Sources CARE USA; Sigma Theta Tau International.

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