scholarly journals Assessment of University Students for the Risk Factors and Diabetes Profile in University of Peshawar

2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (3) ◽  
pp. 189-193
Author(s):  
Zahin Anjum ◽  
Shaista Ali ◽  
Amina Rahat ◽  
Sumbla Yousaf ◽  
Farhat Shehzad
Keyword(s):  
University Students ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Home Economics ◽  
Female Students ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Related Family ◽  
Threatening Condition ◽  
Long Time ◽  
Master Level

Background:  Among the non-communicable diseases diabetes is life-threatening condition whose long-time complication causes heart attack, blindness, stroke and kidney failure. The objective was to determine the knowledge, attitude and practice regarding diabetes among the final year students of home economics, university of Peshawar. Methods: This was a descriptive cross-sectional study carried out among final year university students of home economics, university of Peshawar from June to December 2019. Non-probability convenient sampling technique was used for the study. After taking written consent from individual participants a predesigned questionnaire was filled. Data was collected and analyzed by using SPSS version 16. Results: This study included a total of 120 female students of graduate and master level.  Among these students 33 (27.5%) were undergraduate and 87 (72.5%) were master level students. It was found that 39 (32.5%) female students were either self-diabetics or one or more close blood related family member were suffering from diabetes. A significantly high proportion 59 (49.2%) and 15 (12.5%) female students were either overweight or obese respectively. About 59 (49.2%) students were with unsatisfactory diabetics practice score, 73 (60.8%) students never checked for sugar and 7 (5.8%) students were found with other chronic diseases status.  Interestingly only 28 (23.3%) students know about diabetes and acquired knowledge about diabetes from nutritionists. Conclusion:  The increased frequency of obesity & overweight, unsatisfactory diabetes score, unhealthy behavior and suboptimal attitude of female university students provided a threat of potential increase of diabetes among females in future.

Prevalence and factors associated to depression among Debrebirhan University students: a cross-sectional study

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
(MD
Keyword(s):  
University Students ◽  
Associated Factors ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Considerable Proportion ◽  
P Value ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Prevalence Of Depression ◽  
Debre Birhan

Abstract Background: Undiagnosed depression among university students has an adverse effect on the wellbeing and academic performance of students. This study aimed to assess the prevalence of depression and associated factors among Debre Birhan university students. Methodology: Institutional based cross-sectional study design is conducted in Debre Birhan University from April to June 2013 E.C. Three hundred sixty nine students participated in this study which was selected by simple random sampling technique. Data were collected by using a self-administered PHQ-9 standard depression questionnaire. First the data was entered into in Epidata 3.1 and then was exported to SPSS version 20 for analysis. Associated factors were identified using binary logistic regression and variables with a p-value < 0.05 were declared as statistically significant factors with the outcome variables. Result: All of the study subjects were between ages 18 and 33 with a mean age of 22.65 9 ± 2.78. The overall prevalence of depression is 17.1%. Among this according to PHQ-9 scores cut scores, 161(43.6 %) scored as normal (0–4), 145(39.3%) scored as mild (5–9), 53(14.4%) scored as moderate (10–14), 4(1.1%) scored as moderately severe (15–19) and 6(1.6%) students scored as sever (> 20). In multivariate analysis being female AOR = 9.28[3.47–24.81], academic year AOR = 0.236[0.059–0.936], smoking 26.3[9.33–74.1] and alcohol use AOR of 2.62[0.95–7.21] are significantly associated with depression. Conclusion and recommendation: This study found a considerable proportion of undergraduate students with depression. Higher institutions need to pay special attention to students especially those who are female, junior students, smokers and alcohol users.

scholarly journals Caffeine Consumption & Perception of Its Effects Amongst University Students

2020 ◽  
Vol 34 (4) ◽  
pp. 46-51
Author(s):  
Umer Maqsood ◽  
Roop Zahra ◽  
Muhammad Zahid Latif ◽  
Hena Athar ◽  
Gul Muhammad Shaikh ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
University Students ◽  
Sleep Disturbances ◽  
Private Universities ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Male Students ◽  
Caffeine Consumption ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Caffeine Withdrawal ◽  
Validated Questionnaire

Introduction: A variety of research studies have shown that caffeine usage is highly prevalent among university students and many of them have different perception of its effect on their mental and physical health. These perceptions can influence the intake of caffeine which may lead to its addiction, resulting in serious public health consequences. Aims & Objectives: The objective of the study is to determine the frequency of caffeine consumption and the perception of its effects among university students. Place and duration of study: This study was conducted within 6 months duration, from May 2018 to October 2019 among students of three private universities in Lahore, Pakistan. Material & Methods: This was a descriptive cross-sectional study. A sample size of 670 university students was taken and the data were collected from three private universities of Lahore through convenience sampling technique. The perception of effects of caffeine was determined through a pre-validated questionnaire, Caffeine Expectancy Questionnaire (CaffEQ) from consumers and nonconsumers of caffeine. Results: A total of 670 university students participated in the study, out of which, 278 (41.5%) were males and 392 (58.5%) were females. 506 (75.5%) participants were consumer of caffeine, while 164 (24.5%) were non consumer. The occurrence of caffeine consumption was more in males (79.9%) than in females (72.4%). Participants reported that they consume caffeine because it makes them feel more alert (83.4%), they experience caffeine withdrawal without caffeine (83%) and caffeine makes them feel more energetic (80.6%). The perceptions due to which participants don't consume caffeine were that they expect caffeine makes their heartbeat irregular (81.7%), they don't like the way caffeine makes them feel (80.5%) and caffeine makes them irritable (76.8%). Conclusion: The study concludes that male students had more tendencies towards caffeine consumption than females. Perceptions for consuming caffeine were feeling of alertness, experiencing caffeine withdrawal symptoms, feeling of energy and ability to work over long periods of time after having caffeine. The perceptions for not consuming caffeine were irregular heartbeat, bad feelings, irritability, and sleep disturbances.

scholarly journals University Students’ Awareness about Oral Health and Hygiene

2020 ◽  
pp. 54-61
Author(s):  
Muhammad Shahid Iqbal ◽  
Salah-Ud-Din Khan ◽  
Muhammad Zahid Iqbal
Keyword(s):  
Oral Health ◽  
University Students ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Female Students ◽  
The Other ◽  
Pharmacy Students ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Final Response ◽  
The University

Objective: The objective of the study was to evaluate the awareness of university students about oral health and hygiene in a university in Malaysia. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted among the students of four different faculties (pharmacy, medical, biotechnology and business) in a university in Malaysia with the help of pre-validated research questionnaire.  The Statistical Package for Social Science (SPSS) Version 24.0 was used to analyze and present the data. Results: The final response gathered was 324 from four faculties. The pharmacy faculty students had better knowledge as compared to the other faculties. The female students had better knowledge of oral health hygiene as compared to males. Final year students reported more appropriate knowledge as compared to pre-final year students. Conclusion: Overall appropriate knowledge was observed among the four studied faculties of the university. The present study concluded that pharmacy students had more appropriate knowledge of oral health and hygiene than the other faculty students.

scholarly journals Knowledge towards breast cancer, and breast self-examination practices and its barriers among university female students in Bangladesh: Findings from a cross-sectional study

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rumpa Sarker ◽  
Md. Saiful Islam ◽  
Mst. Sabrina Moonajilin ◽  
Mahmudur Rahman ◽  
Hailay Abrha Gesesew ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Breast Cancer ◽  
University Students ◽  
Positive Family History ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Female Students ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Breast Self Examination ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Self Examination

Early diagnosis of breast cancer is the best approach towards its control that may result in alleviating related mortality and morbidity. This study aimed to evaluate knowledge about breast cancer and both practices and perceived barriers to breast self-examination among female university students in Bangladesh. A cross-sectional study was carried out with 400 female students of Jahangirnagar University, Bangladesh. Participants were sampled from female dormitories at the university from January to April 2020. Proportionate stratified random sampling was conducted to calculate the study sample from each dormitory. A pre-tested, semi-structured self-reported questionnaire was employed to collect data from participants during the survey periods. The questionnaire consists of demographic variables, items about knowledge about breast cancer, breast self-examination practices and its barriers. We applied descriptive and inferential statistics, and data were analyzed using SPSS. Participants aged between 18-26 years and comprised university students of 1st year (20%), 2nd year (24%), 3rd year (22%), 4th year (21%) and Masters (14.%). 18% of them had reported positive family history (mother, aunt, sister/cousin, grandmother) of breast cancer. The overall mean score of total knowledge items was 15 (SD = 3) out of 43, with an overall correct rate of 34%. The mean score of total knowledge items was significantly higher (p<0.001) among Masters students and students with family members who have breast cancer. Only one in five students (21%) ever practiced breast self-examination. The mean score of practice towards breast self-examination was significantly higher (p<0.001) among participants who reported having family member of breast cancer. It is noted that the total knowledge score about breast cancer and practice towards breast self-examination are significantly correlated with each other (r = 0.54; p<0.001). About 33% participants had reported that lack of knowledge as the main barrier to practicing breast self-examination followed by I do not have the symptoms (22%), and shyness/ uncomfortable feelings (17%). The study revealed low levels of knowledge about breast cancer and low breast self-examination practices. This implies the need of promotion and implementation of educational interventions programs that are social and culturally appropriate and suitable for specific age groups.

scholarly journals FAKTOR YANG BERHUBUNGAN DENGAN KELUHAN KELELAHAN MATA PADA PENGGUNA KOMPUTER DI STIKES HANG TUAH PEKANBARU TAHUN 2020

2021 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 241-250
Author(s):  
Muhammad Hanafi Hanafi ◽  
Asril Asril ◽  
Ahmad Satria Efendi
Keyword(s):  
Significant Relationship ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
P Value ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Probability Sampling ◽  
Eye Fatigue ◽  
Long Time ◽  
The Relationship

Kelelahan mata adalah gangguan yang dialami mata karena otot-ototnya yang dipaksa bekerja keras terutama saat harus melihat objek dekat dalam jangka waktu lama. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah ntuk mengetahui hubungan antara karakteristik pekerja dan perangkat kerja dengan keluhan kelelahan mata pada pengguna komputer. Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian analitik kuantitatif dengan menggunakan desain studi cross sectional, dengan responden kasus adalah pekerja yang menggunakan komputer di STIKes Hang Tuah Pekanbaru. Jumlah sampel dalam penelitian ini adalah 46 orang. Teknik pengambilan sampel pada kasus adalah non probability sampling. Alat ukur yang di gunakan adalah kuesioner, dan pengukuran. Analisis yang di gunakan adalah univariat dan bivariat dengan uji statistik Chi-square. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa ada hubungan yang signifikan antara usia (Pvalue=0,024, nilai OR=5,409), durasi penggunaan komputer (Pvalue=0,020, nilai OR=5,143), jarak pandang mata dengan monitor (Pvalue=0,009, nilai OR=6,500) dengan kelulahan kelelahan mata. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan tidak ada hubungan signifikan antara penggunaan anti glare (Pvalue=0,457, nilai OR=1,929) dengan keluhan kelelahan mata. Disarankan kepada pekerja menjaga jarak mata dengan layar monitor, melakukan istirahat mata sekitar 10 menit stiap jam, dan mengatur pencahayaan monitor dalam menggunakan komputer. Eye fatigue is a disorder experienced by the eye because the muscles are forced to work hard, especially when they have to look at close objects for a long time. The purpose of this study was to determine the relationship between the characteristics of workers and work equipment with complaints of eye fatigue in computer users. This research is a quantitative analytic study using a cross sectional study design, with case respondents being workers who use computers at STIKes Hang Tuah Pekanbaru. The number of samples in this study were 46 people. The sampling technique in this case is non-probability sampling. The measuring instrument used is a questionnaire, and measurement. The analysis used was univariate and bivariate with Chi-square statistical test. The results showed that there was a significant relationship between age (P value = 0.024, OR value = 5,409), duration of computer use (P value = 0.020, OR value = 5.143), distance between eyes and monitor (Pvalue = 0.009, OR value = 6,500) with complaints of eye fatigue. The results showed that there was no significant relationship between the use of anti-glare (P-value = 0.457, OR = 1.929) with complaints of eye fatigue. It is recommended for workers to keep their eyes away from the monitor screen, take an eye break of about 10 minutes every hour, and adjust the lighting of the monitor when using the computer.

scholarly journals Frequency and Severity of Imposter Syndrome among Medical Students of a Private Medical College

2019 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 3-8
Author(s):  
Ambreen Khalid ◽  
Adeela Shahid ◽  
Khalid Rahim Khan
Keyword(s):  
Medical Students ◽  
Undergraduate Students ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Female Students ◽  
P Value ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Validated Questionnaire ◽  
Medical Undergraduate ◽  
Degree Of Severity

Background: Students suffering from imposter syndrome/phenomenon (IP) consider themselves less competent and less skill full as compared to the abilities they actually possess. Although previous research has identified different causes of stress and burnout less research has been conducted to determine the frequency of imposter syndrome among medical undergraduate students. Objectives: (1) To determine the frequency and the degree of severity of Imposter syndrome among medical students. (2) To find out the association of Gender with imposter syndrome. (3) To evaluate the difference in the severity of imposter syndrome between 1st and 2nd-year MBBS students. Methods: The cross-sectional study was conducted on 140 1st and 2nd-year MBBS students of Shalamar Medical and Dental College, Lahore. A convenient sampling technique was used. The study instrument used was a validated questionnaire (Clance IP Scale) containing 20 items with 5 points Likert scale. By adding up the score, the degree of severity is determined. Frequencies & percentages were determined, chi-square applied, p-value <0.05 was considered significant. Results: One hundred and 40 students filled the IP Scale questionnaire. The frequency of imposter syndrome was 53.3% among medical students. The majority (85%) of the medical students had frequent to intense imposter characteristics. A higher number of female students was affected by imposter phenomenon as compared to males. Greater number of 1st-year students were suffering from imposter syndrome as compared to 2nd-year students. Conclusions: Frequency of imposter syndrome was high among medical students. Its severity ranges from moderate to frequent IP categories in majority of students. Female students were affected more as compared to their male counterparts.

Are Personality Type and Peer pressure Determinants of Drug Abuse among University Students?

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Cynthia Oluchi Nwokoro ◽  
Mildred Chioma Ojiaku
Keyword(s):  
Drug Abuse ◽  
University Students ◽  
Peer Relations ◽  
Negative Impact ◽  
Personality Type ◽  
Peer Pressure ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional

Background: Recently, drug abuse among undergraduates appears to become a global problem despite the existences of various measures taken by governments and other agencies due to its negative impact on educational and future leadership innovations as well as human resources. This study investigated personality type and peer pressure as determinants of drug abuse among university students in South-Eastern Nigeria. Methods: this cross-sectional study was conducted using 212students selected through convenient sampling technique aged 15-30 years. Participants responded to the Type A and B personality scale (TABS), Index of peer relations scale (IPR), and drug abuse screening test (DAST). Collected data was analyzed using Chi square statistics. Results: The findings indicated personality type not being significantly associated with drug abuse[X2(1) =0.13, P>0.05]. The study also revealed that peer pressure determines undergraduates’ drug abuse[X2(1) =3.77, P<0.05]. Conclusion: Proper and effective education on dangers of substance or drug abuse should be taught in school and at home by teachers, parents, and guardians.

scholarly journals Exploring health literacy and its associated factors among Palestinian university students: a cross-sectional study

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mohammed B A Sarhan ◽  
Yu Fujii ◽  
Junko Kiriya ◽  
Rika Fujiya ◽  
Rita Giacaman ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Health Literacy ◽  
University Students ◽  
Associated Factors ◽  
Parental Education ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Female Students ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
High Distress ◽  
Distress Scale

Summary Health literacy plays an important role in personal and community health. Since university is a turning point when young adults begin to take responsibility for their own health, understanding university students’ health literacy levels is crucial. To this end, we aimed to explore health literacy and its associated factors among Palestinian university students. We conducted a cross-sectional study at Birzeit University in the Ramallah district. We recruited 472 students using convenience sampling at six on-campus cafeterias. The 44-item Arabic version of the Health Literacy Questionnaire was used to measure students’ health literacy levels, while a locally developed distress scale was used to measure students’ distress levels. We stratified the multiple regression model for the health literacy score by gender. Students’ average total health literacy score was 135.3 (SD 20.9), with male students scoring significantly higher than female students. A higher health literacy score was significantly associated with having a father with a higher level of education, a higher frequency of medical checkups, higher self-reported health status, and consulting a higher number of sources for health-related information. High distress levels were associated with lower levels of health literacy, especially among female students. This study provides the first evidence on Palestinian university students’ health literacy levels. Tailored health education and promotion are required for students with low parental education and moderate to high distress. Future research is required to explain the gender differences in health literacy and distress among university students.

Sexual Orientation Among Unmarried Final Year University Students in Osun State: Distribution, Determinants and Level of Satisfaction

2021 ◽  
pp. 0272684X2110066
Author(s):  
Akinlolu G. Omisore ◽  
Ifeoluwa A. Oyerinde ◽  
Omoniyi M. Abiodun ◽  
Zainab A. Aderemi ◽  
Titilayo B. Adewusi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Sexual Orientation ◽  
University Students ◽  
Sexual Attraction ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Factors Associated ◽  
Multi Stage ◽  
Level Of Satisfaction ◽  
Major Factors

Background Sexual Orientation is an enduring pattern of romantic or sexual attraction, with the attractions broadly incorporated under heterosexuality and non-heterosexuality. Societal and other factors seem to affect individuals’ perception of their self-identified orientation. Thus, this study sets out to document the distribution of sexual orientation, level of self-reported satisfaction, and factors associated with sexual orientation among unmarried university students. Methods A cross-sectional study involving 550 respondents sampled using a multi-stage sampling technique. Data collected via a self-administered questionnaire and analyzed via IBM SPSS version 20.0. Results Most respondents (93.6%) were heterosexuals, 4.7% bisexuals, 1.3% lesbian women and 0.40% gay men. More heterosexuals (80.4%) were fully satisfied with their self-identified sexual orientation compared to 57.2% of non-heterosexuals. Respondents who had religious upbringing and those whose parents were currently married were less likely to have sexual orientation outside of heterosexuality. Conclusion The most prevalent sexual orientation was heterosexuality, with more heterosexuals also expressing satisfaction than others. With the level of dissatisfaction expressed by those who are not heterosexuals as well as the factors associated with heterosexuality, it is plausible to conclude that societal values and/or prejudices constitute major factors in individuals self-identifying with some particular sexual orientation and the satisfaction derived therein.

scholarly journals Effect of Emergency Contraceptive Pill Use on Condom Utilization Among University Students in Nekemte Town, Western Ethiopia: A Cross-Sectional Study

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Edao Sado Genemo ◽  
Ayana Tadesse Korsa ◽  
Habte Gebeyehu Bayisa
Keyword(s):  
University Students ◽  
Unplanned Pregnancy ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Female Students ◽  
Hormonal Contraceptives ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Contraceptive Pill ◽  
Emergency Contraceptive Pill ◽  
Emergency Contraceptive

Abstract Background: Emergency contraceptive pill (ECP) is a type of hormonal contraceptives which prevents unplanned pregnancy, but not sexually transmitted infections (STIs). Besides, its impact on condom utilization is not known among female university students in Nekemte town. Thus, this study was aimed to assess the awareness and attitude of university students on the use of ECP and its impact on condom utilization. Methods: An institution-based cross-sectional study was conducted on 400 female students in three private universities in Nekemte town from February 1 to 29, 2016. A simple random sampling, after proportional size allocation to respective study settings, was used to select student participants. Among the 400 randomly selected participants, 381 have completed and returned the questionnaire with 95.25% response rate. Data were collected by using self-administered questionnaire and entered into EpiData 3.1, and analyzed by using SPSS version 20. Bivariate and multivariate analysis were performed to determine the effects of ECP use on condom utilization with statistical significance set at P-value < 0.05. Results: Nearly half (48.8%) of the students indicated that they had sexual intercourse before and heard of ECP. Moreover, 30% of the respondents reported that they used ECP. Majority (61.7%) showed willingness to use ECP. Furthermore, students who used ECP were 3 times less likely to use condoms when compared to those who never used ECP (AOR = 0.322, 95% CI 0.164, 0.632). Alternatively, students who believed ECP does not prevent STIs were 2 times more likely to use condoms when compared to those who believed ECP does prevent STIs (AOR= 2.217 95% CI 1.070, 4.593). Conclusions: our findings identified that most students lack knowledge of ECP while having positive attitude on its use. On the other hand, ECP use imposes negative impact on condom utilization so that female students could be exposed to risky STIs.

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