scholarly journals The Comorbidity of Psychopathy and Depression: Across Different Ethnic and Sex Groups

2017 ◽  
Vol 4 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Dr. Zlatko Šram
Keyword(s):  
Regression Analysis ◽  
Adult Population ◽  
Community Sample ◽  
Correlation Coefficients ◽  
Convenience Sample ◽  
Positive Direction ◽  
Demographic Groups ◽  
Secondary Psychopathy ◽  
Linear Relationships ◽  
Primary And Secondary Psychopathy

The aim of this research was to examine if comorbid relationships exist between psychopathy and depression in a community sample of different ethnic and sex groups. Based on some previous research, it was hypothesized that psychopathy and depression would be correlated and that secondary psychopathy would be the strongest predictor of depression regardless of different ethnic and sex belongings. The survey was carried out on the adult population in the region of Croatia populated by citizens of Croatian and Serbian minority ethnicity. The equalized convenience sample of 1100 participants, half of which were Croats and half of males. Pearson-product moment correlation coefficients were calculated as a measure of the strength and direction of linear relationships among primary and secondary and depression. In order to determine how well scores on depression could be predicted by primary and secondary psychopathy across different demographic groups, multiple regression analysis were used. It was found that both primary and secondary psychopathy were significantly correlated in a positive direction with depression in different ethnic and sex groups. However, secondary psychopathy was more correlated with depression across different ethnic and sex subsamples. The results of regression analysis revealed that secondary psychopathy was the strongest predictor of depression in all demographic subsamples. After age and school attainment were introduced into regression models, it was shown that a very small percentage of the variance is explained by the sociodemographic variables. The research suggested a significant role of secondary psychopathy in relation to a higher level of psychopathology.

scholarly journals Effect of sex class on the levels of some biochemical variables in thalassemia patients

2019 ◽  
Vol 24 (6) ◽  
pp. 1
Author(s):  
Khalaf N. Mohammed ◽  
Mossa M. Marbut
Keyword(s):  
Regression Analysis ◽  
Growth Factor ◽  
Linear Regression ◽  
Linear Regression Analysis ◽  
Correlation Coefficients ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Simple Linear Regression ◽  
Positive Direction ◽  
Males And Females ◽  
And Control

The study was conducted at Azadi Teaching Hospital - Thalassemia Center for the period from 1/10/2017 to 1/4/2018. It included 60 patients including 30 males and 30 females, as well as control group which included 20 Healthy people were all 10 to 21 years of age. The following variables were studied: ferritin, GSH, insulin-like growth factor-1 (IGF-1) Malondialdehyde (MDA) Interleukin-6 (IL-6), and Cortisol. The analysis of correlation coefficients and simple linear regression was carried out to determine the effect of the variables among them. The results were as follows: Thalassemia patients recorded the lowest levels of GSH, IGF-1 and cortisol at 2.2 μmol / L and 50.4 ng / ml and 10.11 μg / dL respectively, while the same group recorded the highest levels of ferritin, MDA and IL- 6 was 3083 ng / ml, 941 mmol / L and 368 pg / mol. There were significant effects of both sexes in the group of thalassemia patients in both ferritin, GSH, IGF-1, MDA, and IL-6 with 2573, 3592 μg / dL, 2.821, 1.573 μmol / L, 63.3, 37.47 ng / ml and 1163.1 719.3 mmol / L 300.9 and 435.6 pg / mol for males and females, respectively. The results of the correlation coefficient analysis showed existence of and low correlations in the negative and positive direction between the study variables of the two groups of patients and control. The results of the simple linear regression analysis showed positive and negative regression ratios of IL-6 and IGF-1 growth factor on the rest of the study variables.   http://dx.doi.org/10.25130/tjps.24.2019.101  

scholarly journals The Influence of Consumer Ethnocentrism on Buying Behavior - The Case of Azerbaijan

2021 ◽  
Vol 7 (10) ◽  
pp. 188
Author(s):  
Shahin Akbarov ◽  
Asya Cafarova
Keyword(s):  
Regression Analysis ◽  
T Test ◽  
Buying Behavior ◽  
Convenience Sample ◽  
Demographic Groups ◽  
Consumer Ethnocentrism ◽  
Sample Data ◽  
Domestic Products

<p>The purpose of this research is to reveal the ethnocentrism level of Azerbaijani consumers and to determine the effect of ethnocentric tendencies of consumers on purchases. 317 questionnaires was collected through a convenience sample. Data were analyzed with SPSS. Mean analysis was conducted to determine the ethnocentric level of consumers. T-test was performed to determine the differences between demographic groups in terms of ethnocentric tendencies. Regression analysis was performed to determine the effect of ethnocentric tendency on purchases. The results show that the consumer ethnocentrism level of Azerbaijani consumers is low, and the higher the consumer ethnocentrism level the higher the likelihood of purchasing domestic products.</p>

Impact of Parental Abuse during Childhood on the Formation of Primary and Secondary Psychopathy

2016 ◽  
Vol 35 (3) ◽  
pp. 697-702
Author(s):  
Hyeon Gi Hong ◽  
HyunMyoungHo ◽  
Jungeun Lee ◽  
김희송 ◽  
Jihye Han
Keyword(s):  
Secondary Psychopathy ◽  
Parental Abuse ◽  
Primary And Secondary Psychopathy

scholarly journals Factors Associated with Extraction following Root Canal Filling in Adults

2021 ◽  
pp. 002203452098296
Author(s):  
H. Fransson ◽  
L. Bjørndal ◽  
F. Frisk ◽  
V.S. Dawson ◽  
K. Landt ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Regression Analysis ◽  
Educational Level ◽  
Demographic Data ◽  
Adult Population ◽  
Disposable Income ◽  
Country Of Birth ◽  
Odds Ratios ◽  
Root Canal Filling ◽  
Factors Associated ◽  
Direct Restoration

Essentially, root fillings are performed to preserve natural teeth. Over time, however, some root-filled teeth will inevitably be extracted. The aim of this historical prospective cohort study in the adult Swedish population was to identify factors associated with extractions within 5 y of registration of a root filling. The cohort consisted of all those whose root fillings had been reported to the tax-funded Swedish Social Insurance Agency (SSIA) in 2009. Demographic data on the individuals registered with a root filling (sex, age, country of birth, disposable income, educational level, and marital status) were received from Statistics Sweden or the SSIA. Dental care setting, tooth type, and any registration of subsequent restorations within 6 mo were received from the SSIA. Multivariable regression analysis was used, and P < 0.05 was considered statistically significant. In total, 216,764 individuals had been registered with at least 1 root filling. Individuals ( n = 824) without complete data were excluded from the analyses. After 5 y, 9.3% of the root-filled teeth had been registered as extracted. Logistic regression analysis found significant associations for all variables except country of birth, disposable income, and educational level. The highest odds ratios for extractions were associated with the type of restoration: teeth with no registration of any restoration and teeth with a direct restoration combined with a post were 3 times more likely to undergo extraction than teeth restored with an indirect restoration combined with a post and core. Overall, high odds ratios for extractions were associated with any type of composite restoration, including composite fillings and crowns combined with or without any post. In summary, after root filling in the Swedish adult population, several individual- and tooth-specific variables were associated with extraction. The reasons for the extractions remain to be studied further.

scholarly journals Psychosocial and Diet-Related Lifestyle Clusters in Overweight and Obesity

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (12) ◽  
pp. 6461
Author(s):  
Débora Godoy-Izquierdo ◽  
Raquel Lara ◽  
Adelaida Ogallar ◽  
Alejandra Rodríguez-Tadeo ◽  
María J. Ramírez ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Adult Population ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Overweight And Obesity ◽  
Excess Weight ◽  
Convenience Sample ◽  
Excessive Weight ◽  
Self Reports ◽  
The Individual ◽  
Composition Factors ◽  
Overweight Or Obesity

This study explored intraindividual multidimensional profiles integrating psychosocial factors, namely, body image and satisfaction, weight-related self-stigma, positivity, and happiness, and behavioural-lifestyle factors, namely, adherence to a healthy diet, among Spanish adults with overweight or obesity. We further aimed to investigate the association of excess weight (i.e., measured body mass index, BMI) with the abovementioned multidimensional configurations. A convenience sample of 100 adult individuals (60% females) with excessive weight (69% overweight; 31% obesity) was recruited. They completed self-reports regarding the study variables, and their weight and height were measured. With a perspective centered on the individual, a cluster analysis was performed. Three distinct intraindividual psychosocial and diet-related profiles were identified: a group of healthy individuals with excess weight (46%); a group of individuals who were negatively affected by their excessive weight and showed the most distressed profile (18%); and a group of dysfunctional individuals who seemed to be excessively unrealistic and optimistic regarding their excessive weight and unhealthy lifestyles, but were troubled by their weight (36%). Furthermore, individuals in the affected cluster had higher obesity (mean BMI ± SD = 32.1 ± 3.7) than those in the clusters of healthy (28.0 ± 3.0) and dysfunctional individuals (28.1 ± 3.3) (p < 0.05). The results showed that there are specific psychosocial and lifestyle profiles in the adult population with excess weight and that there are relationships among psychological, behavioural, and body-composition factors. For clinical application purposes, it is important to account for the heterogeneity within individuals who are obese and to individualize the interventions, with a focus from weight change to the individual’s overall well-being.

scholarly journals Factors Influencing SARS-CoV-2 Vaccine Acceptance and Hesitancy in a Population-Based Sample in Italy

Vaccines ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (6) ◽  
pp. 633
Author(s):  
Marco Del Riccio ◽  
Sara Boccalini ◽  
Lisa Rigon ◽  
Massimiliano Alberto Biamonte ◽  
Giuseppe Albora ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Online Survey ◽  
Adult Population ◽  
Herd Immunity ◽  
Population Based ◽  
Vaccine Hesitancy ◽  
Convenience Sample ◽  
Major Barrier ◽  
Trust In Institutions ◽  
General Adult Population ◽  
High Level

Vaccination against SARS-CoV-2 represents an effective and safe tool to protect the population against the disease; however, COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy could be a major barrier to achieving herd immunity. Despite the severity of the current pandemic, the population’s intention to get vaccinated against COVID-19 is still not clear. The aim of this study was to evaluate the intention to get vaccinated against COVID-19 among a convenience sample of the general population resident in Italy and the factors associated with hesitancy and acceptance of the vaccine in the context of the current pandemic before the rolling out of COVID-19 vaccines. An anonymous online survey was diffused among a general adult population living in Italy. Participants aged 18 or older and living in Italy were considered eligible. Incomplete questionnaires were excluded. Overall, 7605 valid questionnaires were collected. Most of the participants (81.9%) were inclined to get vaccinated; male sex (OR 1.38, 95% CI 1.12–1.71), a high level of trust in institutions (OR 3.93, 95% CI 2.04–7.83), and personal beliefs about high safety of COVID-19 vaccines (OR 56.33, 95% CI 31.57–105.87) were found to be among the significant predictors of COVID-19 acceptance. These data could help design larger studies to address the problem of COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy in the current pandemic.

Who does not get screened? A simple model of the complex relationships in mammogram non-attendance

2016 ◽  
Vol 21 (12) ◽  
pp. 2838-2850 ◽  
Author(s):  
Celia KN Sen ◽  
G Tarcan Kumkale
Keyword(s):  
Logistic Regression ◽  
Regression Analysis ◽  
Simple Model ◽  
Decision Trees ◽  
Survey Data ◽  
Logistic Regression Analysis ◽  
Demographic Groups ◽  
Complex Interactions ◽  
Intervention Planning ◽  
Complex Relationships

With increasing mammogram rates, identifying attributes of non-attending women entails going beyond differences in demographic groups to reveal complex interactions among personality attributes. In this study, we analyzed survey data from 474 women aged 41 years and older using decision trees. By incorporating personality, religiousness, and age, we were able to correctly classify 42.9 percent of non-attenders compared to 4.4 percent with logistic regression analysis. Our findings suggest that incorporating personality and religiousness attributes may increase non-attender identification. Furthermore, the simple profile generated by decision trees provides a clear map useful for intervention planning.

Experiences of Community Advisory Board Members with Virtual Compared with In-Person Meeting Participation: An Exploratory Study (Preprint)

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ian W West ◽  
Tabetha A Brockman ◽  
Monica L Albertie ◽  
Shantel M Williams ◽  
Farhia M Omar ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mayo Clinic ◽  
Community Advisory Board ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Convenience Sample ◽  
Positive Direction ◽  
Advisory Boards ◽  
Virtual Meetings ◽  
Virtual Platform ◽  
Insight Into

BACKGROUND Community Advisory Boards (CABs) play an essential role in clinical and translational science. Due to the safety protocols put in place due to the COVID-19 pandemic the CABs at all three Mayo Clinic locations (AZ, FL, MN) transitioned from meeting in person to meeting virtually. Data was collected from current members at all three sites to gain insight into the use of a virtual platform compared with meeting in person. OBJECTIVE This study collected data from current CABs members at all three sites to get insight into the use of a virtual platform compared with meeting in person. The data collected in this study was sought to help guide future decisions surrounding CAB meetings. METHODS This study used a one-time cross-sectional survey that was distributed to a convenience sample of Mayo Clinic CAB members. The digital survey was sent out to CAB members using email addressed provided by the members. The survey consisted of 11 questions. RESULTS Fifty-five percent of members said their ability to attend meetings had increased and 45% reported this stayed the same; none reported a decrease. Data showed that 80% of CAB members reported their experiences had increased in a positive direction or stayed the same when attending virtual meetings compared with in person meetings. 61% of respondents indicated a high level of attending all future meetings using a virtual platform. CONCLUSIONS The findings from this study provide insights into the feasibility of conducting CAB meetings using a virtual platform compared with meeting in person. Data collected from this survey can aid other CABs at various institutions on the preferences of current members on attending virtual meetings compared with in-person meetings. The data and knowledge obtained from this study surrounding the use of virtual meetings can aid CABs in their ability to continue to provide their essential services despite the limitations on meeting in person.

DEVELOPMENT OF REGIONAL MODELS OF CREATIVE INDUSTRIES ON THE BASIS OF CORRELATION-REGRESSION ANALYSIS

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 27-34
Author(s):  
Maksym Voichuk ◽  
Yuliia Zavadska
Keyword(s):  
Regression Analysis ◽  
Analysis Of Variance ◽  
Integrated Assessment ◽  
Correlation Coefficients ◽  
Regional Model ◽  
Creative Industries ◽  
Regional Models ◽  
Multiple Correlation ◽  
Economic Mechanisms ◽  
Paired Correlation

The article considers the importance of research and functioning of creative industries and substantiates the stages of integrated assessment of their development. One of the methodologi-cal approaches to the study of creative industries is considered namely correlation-regression analysis. The necessity of application of multiple correlation-regression analysis for estimation of the interdependence of certain creative indicators with their creative parameters is opened and the regional model of development of creative industries is constructed. The study is based on calculations and formulas, the values of which are used in the construction of a matrix of paired correlation coefficients and other important components. Based on the study, regression statistics and analysis of variance. The paper provides all possible indicators for the develop-ment of an organizational and economic mechanisms for building regional models of creative industries.

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