scholarly journals The Effect of Psychological Stress on Alienation Levels among Sultan Qaboos University Students

2020 ◽  
Vol 14 (3) ◽  
pp. 381
Author(s):  
Marwa N. Al Rajhi ◽  
Riham A. Alkhalili
Keyword(s):  
University Students ◽  
Psychological Stress ◽  
Demographic Variables ◽  
Sultan Qaboos University ◽  
Study Results

The study aimed to examine the predictive effects of educational and health stress on Sultan Qaboos University's (SQU) students' feeling of alienation. In addition, the study examined the effects of demographic variables (gender, GPA) on the levels of alienation. The study sample consisted of 482 students (69.3%) females from both undergraduate and postgraduate levels at SQU. Two questionnaires were used. The first one measured the levels of alienation based on four domains: loss of belonging, non-compliance with standards, feeling of disability, and loss of meaning. The second one measured the levels of educational and health stress. The study results revealed that the rates of alienation and stress were generally low. Moreover, statistically significant differences were found in the domain of non-compliance with standards based on gender. Also, statistically significant differences were found in all alienation domains based on GPA. The results indicated that educational stress was able to predict all domains of alienation; however, health stress was able to predict the "loss of meaning" domain only. The researchers provided a number of recommendations to deal with feelings of alienation among students.    

scholarly journals University students' evaluation of E-assessment in light of the Coronavirus Pandemic

2021 ◽  
Vol 16 (4) ◽  
pp. 1434-1449
Author(s):  
Abed Alkarim Ayyoub ◽  
Oqab Jabali
Keyword(s):  
University Students ◽  
Demographic Variables ◽  
Educational Institutions ◽  
Online Questionnaire ◽  
Health Crisis ◽  
Electronic Assessment ◽  
Current Spread ◽  
Study Results ◽  
E Learning ◽  
University Population

Educational institutions strive to achieve their purposes mainly assessing students’ performance and abilities; they might use traditional types of assessment or they may be forced to apply electronic assessment in certain situations such as those dictated by the current spread of COVID-19 Pandemic. The current study aims at providing insights into the ways and levels of university students' evaluation of the electronic assessment during the global health crisis whether this evaluation is affected by certain demographic variables or not. A 29-item online questionnaire was developed and conducted by the researchers to survey a large sample of university population. A large number of the students (n=582) responded to the survey.  The study results show that the level of students’ evaluation of e-assessment is moderate. The researchers also find that an interaction between gender and faculty may influence students’ evaluation positively and negatively. The implications of the study suggest that educational institutions should consider all types of assessment mainly e-assessment to keep pace with all advancements and evade unexpected circumstances like pandemics.   Keywords: assessment; Corona Pandemic; e-assessment; e-learning; evaluation; learning; teaching

scholarly journals IRRATIONAL BELIEFS AND THOUGHT CONTROL STRATEGIES AS PREDICTORS OF PSYCHOLOGICAL STRESS IN A SAMPLE OF KINDERGARTEN SECTION STUDENTS AT PRINCE SATTAM UNIVERSITY

2020 ◽  
Vol 8 (4) ◽  
pp. 407-421
Author(s):  
Thana Mohamed ◽  
Abdallah Alkholy
Keyword(s):  
University Students ◽  
Psychological Stress ◽  
Perceived Stress ◽  
Irrational Beliefs ◽  
Control Strategies ◽  
Thought Control ◽  
Study Results ◽  
Metacognitive Beliefs ◽  
Thought Control Strategies ◽  
Random Method

Purpose of the study: This study aimed to investigate the possibility of predicting psychological stress through both irrational beliefs and thought control strategies. Methodology: This study relied on a predictive-qualitative approach, under which the following psychometric measures were applied administered to a sample of 200 university students selected by the stratified random method: (1) Perceived stress scale (PSS),(2) Metacognitive beliefs Questionnaire (MCQ), and (3) thought control strategies scale(TCQ) on a sample of (200) university students, chosen by the stratified random method, and the researchers used a number of statistical methods such as correlation coefficient, multiple regression analysis, and path analysis. Main Findings: The results of the study revealed the possibility of predicting perceived Stress through the following Metacognitive beliefs, and also revealed the possibility of predicting perceived Stresses through the following thought control strategies. Applications of this study: Results concluded from the study may be beneficial to centers and units of psychological and academic counseling at universities, especially in terms of providing effective, preventive, and curative counseling services that focus on the real causes behind the spread of psychological stress. Novelty/Originality of this study: The study presented a structural model that identifies the pathways that characterize the relationship between perceived stress and the strategies of controlling thought and metacognitive beliefs.

scholarly journals Effects of Demographic Variables on Career Choice of University Students

2020 ◽  
Vol V (III) ◽  
pp. 83-90
Author(s):  
Nosheen Malik ◽  
Irshad Hussain
Keyword(s):  
University Students ◽  
Career Choice ◽  
Social Status ◽  
Birth Order ◽  
Demographic Variables ◽  
Female Students ◽  
Financial Resources ◽  
Personal Interest ◽  
Study Results ◽  
The Right

The choice of right career is a defining stage in the life of all students. A right decision regarding career choice leads towards a productive life. Students have to consider several factors before deciding about their career. This study explored the demographic variables affecting the career choice of university students. It determined the effects of parents' education, their profession, background, family social status and income on career choice of university students. The population of the study consisted of female students of the 1st semester of the GSCWU. A questionnaire was distributed among 400 students of BS (1st semester) who were taken randomly. Data was analyzed using SPSS in terms of (Correlation, t-test, ANOVA). The results of the study revealed that parents' influence in career choice as most important, followed by financial resources, birth order of children, gender and personal interest of parents. The study results suggested that counselling sessions provide students with updated knowledge and information to create their interest in the right choices and available careers.

Acceptance of Cosmetic Surgery Among British Female University Students

2012 ◽  
Vol 17 (1) ◽  
pp. 55-62 ◽  
Author(s):  
Viren Swami ◽  
Angela Nogueira Campana ◽  
Rebecca Coles
Keyword(s):  
University Students ◽  
Ethnic Differences ◽  
Cosmetic Surgery ◽  
South Asians ◽  
Ethnically Diverse ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
Demographic Variables ◽  
Lower Body ◽  
Body Appreciation ◽  
African Caribbean

Although patients of cosmetic surgery are increasingly ethnically diverse, previous studies have not examined ethnic differences in attitudinal dispositions toward cosmetic surgery. In the present study, 751 British female university students from three ethnic groups (Caucasians, South Asians, and African Caribbeans) completed measures of acceptance of cosmetic surgery, body appreciation, self-esteem, and demographic variables. Initial between-group analyses showed that Caucasians had lower body appreciation and self-esteem than Asian and African Caribbean participants. Importantly, Caucasians had higher acceptance of cosmetic surgery than their ethnic minority counterparts, even after controlling for body appreciation, self-esteem, age, and body mass index. Further analyses showed that ethnicity accounted for a small proportion of the variance in acceptance of cosmetic surgery, with body appreciation and self-esteem emerging as stronger predictors. Possible reasons for ethnic differences in acceptance of cosmetic surgery are discussed in Conclusion.

The Impact of Bar Service Operation Practices on Organizational Performance in Indian Hotel Industry

2015 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Mohinder C. Dhiman ◽  
Abhishek Ghai
Keyword(s):  
Organizational Performance ◽  
Hotel Industry ◽  
Demographic Variables ◽  
Study Results ◽  
Service Operation ◽  
Managerial Implications ◽  
Overall Performance ◽  
The Impact ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Bivariate Test

The paper has a two fold purpose - examine the impact of bar service operation practices (BSOP) on organizational performance (OP) and study the relationship between organizational performance and demographic variables. Based on a survey of 362 bar managers perceptions on the impact of bar service operation practices on organizational performance were assessed by 59 practices and 6 demographic variables. Bivariate test and ANOVA were employed to test the working hypothesis in the study. Results indicated that there is a positive relationship between the bar service operation practices and organizational performance. Further, the results indicate some practical and managerial implications to improve organizational overall performance.

scholarly journals Psychological Stress of University Students in the Hardest-hit Areas at Different Stages of the COVID-19 Epidemic

2021 ◽  
pp. 105980
Author(s):  
Yan Zhang ◽  
Xiaochen Cao ◽  
Aashiq ◽  
Yufei Xie ◽  
Qiongyao Zhong ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
University Students ◽  
Psychological Stress

scholarly journals Salivary Proteome Changes in Response to Acute Psychological Stress Due to an Oral Exam Simulation in University Students: Effect of an Olfactory Stimulus

2021 ◽  
Vol 22 (9) ◽  
pp. 4295
Author(s):  
Lorenzo Zallocco ◽  
Laura Giusti ◽  
Maurizio Ronci ◽  
Andrea Mussini ◽  
Marco Trerotola ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
University Students ◽  
Psychological Stress ◽  
Social Stress ◽  
Acute Stress ◽  
Stress Test ◽  
Olfactory Stimulus ◽  
Oral Exam ◽  
Relaxation Phase ◽  
Pleasant Odor ◽  
Proteome Changes

The autonomic nervous system (ANS) plays a crucial role both in acute and chronic psychological stress eliciting changes in many local and systemic physiological and biochemical processes. Salivary secretion is also regulated by ANS. In this study, we explored salivary proteome changes produced in thirty-eight University students by a test stress, which simulated an oral exam. Students underwent a relaxation phase followed by the stress test during which an electrocardiogram was recorded. To evaluate the effect of an olfactory stimulus, half of the students were exposed to a pleasant odor diffused in the room throughout the whole session. Saliva samples were collected after the relaxation phase (T0) and the stress test (T1). State anxiety was also evaluated at T0 and T1. Salivary proteins were separated by two-dimensional electrophoresis, and patterns at different times were compared. Spots differentially expressed were trypsin digested and identified by mass spectrometry. Western blot analysis was used to validate proteomic results. Anxiety scores and heart rate changes indicated that the fake exam induced anxiety. Significant changes of α-amylase, polymeric immunoglobulin receptor (PIGR), and immunoglobulin α chain (IGHA) secretion were observed after the stress test was performed in the two conditions. Moreover, the presence of pleasant odor reduced the acute social stress affecting salivary proteome changes. Therefore, saliva proteomic analysis was a useful approach to evaluate the rapid responses associated to an acute stress test also highlighting known biomarkers.

Examining drivers’ socio-demographic variables and perceptions towards sanction mechanisms on speeding behaviour on highways: targeting appropriate prevention

2021 ◽  
pp. 1-12
Author(s):  
Fitri Trapsilawati ◽  
Nadhiya Ulhaq Priatna ◽  
Titis Wijayanto ◽  
Ari Widyanti ◽  
Utami Dyah Syafitri ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Traffic Accident ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Demographic Variables ◽  
Targeted Prevention ◽  
Material Loss ◽  
Legal Sanction ◽  
Study Results ◽  
Legal Sanctions ◽  
Prevention Programmes ◽  
Car Driving

Abstract Investigating the underlying predictors of speeding behaviour deserves the full attention of research. This study aims to examine the effects of demographic variables on the perceived deterrent mechanisms and to predict speeding behaviour to target appropriate prevention programmes. In this study, 212 randomly selected drivers having a valid car driving licence participated in an online survey. The results revealed that demographic variables influenced drivers’ perceptions towards social and legal sanctions as well as material loss. The model revealed that two sanction-related constructs, that is, legal sanction (b = −0⋅227, P = 0⋅007) and material loss (b = −0⋅218, P = 0⋅005), as well as lax perception towards traffic accident (b = −0⋅176, P = 0⋅025), were the significant predictors of speeding behaviour. These findings suggested that prevention programmes should prioritise young and single drivers. The most effective targeted prevention programmes are highlighted accordingly based on the study results.

Prevalence of pain and self-medication pattern of Paracetamol and NSAIDs among university students in United Arab Emirates

2021 ◽  
pp. 3393-3398
Author(s):  
Nageeb AGM Hassan ◽  
Sabrina Ait Gacem ◽  
Afnan Abdul-Hameed Al-Qaysi ◽  
Maryam Jaafar AlAani
Keyword(s):  
Back Pain ◽  
University Students ◽  
Negative Correlation ◽  
Mefenamic Acid ◽  
Pain Medication ◽  
The Body ◽  
Menstrual Pain ◽  
Self Medication ◽  
Pain Medications ◽  
Study Results

Background: Most of individuals do not prefer consulting a physician when they suffer from mild to moderate pain or fever and they tend to get over the counter drugs (OTC) from the pharmacy. Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory (NSAIDs) consumption pattern and self-medication behavior is a common practice especially during adolescence. Many self-medication behaviors were observed from individuals especially students which use NSAIDs frequently and that might lead to some unwanted effects due to improper knowledge and awareness. Although NSAIDs are considered as safe medications in general, but serious side effects are still present and can affect different parts of the body. Objectives: Our study aims to assess the correlation between several types of pain and self-medication pattern of Paracetamol and NSAIDs among university students in UAE. Methods: This was a cross-sectional study that was conducted among individuals aged 17 years and above from different nationalities and specialties from June till July 2018. The data were obtained through a validated self-administrated questionnaire that was distributed as a hardcopy as well as online. Data collection took place in UAE universities targeting 345 university students. The data were analyzed using SPSS version 20 and the results were considered significant at the 0.05 level with a 95% Confidence interval. Results: The current study results show that (67%) of individuals use pain medications to relief pain associated with headache. The majority of individuals reported that they suffer from pain at least one day weekly (26.4%). The pain that mostly led individuals to take pain medications is headache and it is accounts for (67%). The most frequently used pain medication is Paracetamol (80.9%) followed by Ibuprofen, Mefenamic acid and Diclofenac (35.4%, 17.1% and 13.6%) respectively. It was observed that (28.4%) of individuals use more than one pain medication at the same time. The results show that there was a significant correlation between the intake of Mefenamic acid for pain and individuals that reported the use of pain medications for menstrual pain [p=0.000, OR: 5.223, 95% CI: 2.73 - 9.96]. The significant intake of Aspirin for back pain [p=0.020, OR: 3.239, 95% CI: 1.159 - 9.05] and Diclofenac for both muscles pain and back pain back pain [p=0.000, OR: 3.061, 95% CI: 1.792 - 5.228), p=0.000, OR: 3.037, 95% CI: 1.789 - 5.15 respectively] and Paracetamol for both toothache and fever [p=0.002, OR: 1.220, 95% CI: 1.120 - 1.32 and p=0.044, OR: 1.137, 95% CI: 1.027 - 1.259 respectively]. The following NSAIDs showed a significant correlation with the intake of pain medications for toothache: Aspirin [p=0.018, OR: 3.167, 95% CI: 1.171 - 8.56], Ibuprofen [p=0.004, OR: 1.618, 95% CI: 1.201 - 2.17] and Diclofenac [p=0.000, OR: 2.692, 95% CI: 1.591 - 4.55]. Only Paracetamol was found to have a significant correlation for the use during fever [p=0.044, OR: 1.137, 95% CI: 1.027 - 1.259] while other pain medications were found to have a negative correlation. Conclusion: The majority of respondents use the pain medications to relief headache and the most frequently used pain medication was Paracetamol. A significant correlation was observed between the intake of Mefenamic acid for pain and individuals that reported the use of pain medications for menstrual pain as well as Aspirin intake for back pain, Diclofenac for muscles pain and back pain. Only Paracetamol was found to have a significant correlation for the use during fever while other pain medications were found to have a negative correlation.

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