scholarly journals Association between Anxiety, Quality of Life and Academic Performance of the Final-Year-Students in Latvia

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (11) ◽  
pp. 5784
Author(s):  
Inta Zile ◽  
Ieva Bite ◽  
Indra Krumina ◽  
Valdis Folkmanis ◽  
Lilian Tzivian
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Longitudinal Study ◽  
Regression Models ◽  
Linear Regression Models ◽  
Academic Achievements ◽  
School Year ◽  
And Gender ◽  
Type Of School ◽  
Multiple Linear Regression Models

The main objective of this study was to investigate the association between final-year students’ anxiety level and quality of life (QOL) with their academic achievements. A longitudinal study was performed in regular schools and in high-rated gymnasiums at the beginning and at the end of the school year. Multiple linear regression models were built for the association between level of anxiety/QOL with academic achievements. Type of school and gender—but not the level of anxiety—were the main predictors of academic achievements of 287 adolescents (e.g., for mathematics, the effect estimates were: β = −1.71 [95% confidence interval −2.21; −1.21]; β = −0.50 [−0.95; −0.06], β = 0.09 [−0.02; 0.20] for the type of school, gender, and changes in level of anxiety, respectively). To conclude, particular efforts should be made to reduce the level of anxiety in girls, especially those that study in high-rated schools.

scholarly journals Analysis of injected cement volume and clinical outcomes following kyphoplasty for vertebral compression fractures

2020 ◽  
Vol 11 ◽  
pp. 56
Author(s):  
Mitchell Self ◽  
James Mooney ◽  
John Amburgy ◽  
Bonita Agee ◽  
Leah Schoel ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Linear Regression ◽  
Regression Models ◽  
Body Height ◽  
Postoperative Outcome ◽  
Vertebral Compression Fractures ◽  
Linear Regression Models ◽  
Pain Disability ◽  
Patient Outcome Measures

Background: It has been suggested that greater volumes of cement injected during kyphoplasty correlate with improved vertebral body height restoration and kyphotic angulation correction. However, there is little evidence tying cement volume to patient outcomes. Here, we analyzed the association between cement volume and outcome utilizing indices of pain, disability, and quality of life. Methods: One hundred and thirty-six patients undergoing kyphoplasty were analyzed retrospectively. The total volume of bone cement injected was recorded intraoperatively for each patient; the average total cement volume was 5.44 cc. Pre- and postoperative outcome indices were documented, using the visual analog scale (VAS), Roland-Morris disability index (RMDI), and the EuroQol 5 Dimension instrument (EQ5D). Pearson’s correlations and linear regression models were derived for the association of total cement volume with each of the patient outcome measures. This was a retrospective cohort study. Results: The average change in VAS, RMDI, and EQ5D scores for all patients was −6.8, +8.3, and +0.41, respectively. For VAS, RMDI, and EQ5D improvements, neither Pearson’s correlations nor multiple linear regression models revealed a correlation or an association with total cement volume. Conclusion: For patients undergoing kyphoplasty, outcomes were not associated with the total injected cement volume; all had a significant reduction in pain and most exhibited decreased disability with improved quality of life.

scholarly journals Simplicity, Price, Quality of Service and Safety Towards The Decision to Purchase Products Through Shopee.id Application

2020 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
pp. 71-82
Author(s):  
Nursiam Nursiam ◽  
Anastasia Auti Merry Yanissa ◽  
Kurnia Rina Ariani
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Service ◽  
Regression Models ◽  
Sampling Method ◽  
Total Sample ◽  
Accounting Students ◽  
Linear Regression Models ◽  
Purchasing Decisions ◽  
Analysis Techniques ◽  
Multiple Linear Regression Models

This study aims to determine the effect of convenience, price, service quality and safety on product purchasing decisions through the shopee.id application. The method used in this study is a quantitative method. Respondents in this study were accounting students for the 2016 class of the Faculty of Economics and Business, University of Muhammadiyah Surakarta, where sampling used the incidental sampling method, with a total sample of 81 respondents. Data analysis techniques used multiple linear regression models. The results of this study indicate that ease, price, and quality of service affect the product purchase decision through the Shopee.id application with each sig value of 0,033; 0,000; and 0,000. Meanwhile, security has no effect on product purchasing decisions through the shopee.id application with a sig value of 0,087. Keywords : ease, price, quality of service, security, decision on purchasing product.

Comprehensiveness of Quality of Life Instruments in Capturing Concerns Related to Chemotherapy-Induced Neutropenia

Blood ◽  
2008 ◽  
Vol 112 (11) ◽  
pp. 1311-1311
Author(s):  
Lathi A Nina ◽  
Pierre Isogai ◽  
Nicole Mittmann ◽  
Carlo DeAngelis ◽  
Matthew Cheung ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Cancer Therapy ◽  
Functional Assessment ◽  
Regression Models ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Linear Regression Models ◽  
Specific Instrument ◽  
Relationship Of ◽  
The Impact

Abstract Neutropenia is a serious hematologic consequence of cancer chemotherapy that can lead to further complications such as febrile neutropenia (FN). FN is potentially life threatening and often requires hospitalization. Few studies have evaluated the impact of neutropenia on quality of life (QoL). This study quantified QoL using two nonneutropenia-specific instruments, the EQ-5D questionnaire, a generic tool used to measure health-related QoL, and the Functional Assessment of Cancer Therapy - General (FACT-G) questionnaire, and a neutropenia-specific instrument, the Functional Assessment of Cancer Therapy - Neutropenia (FACT-N) questionnaire. The FACT-G is a 27-item questionnaire that examines QoL in patients with cancer using four subscales. A neutropenia-specific subscale (NSS) has been developed for use with the FACT-G; this combined questionnaire is the FACT-N. Data were collected from patients, who provided informed consent, and who were admitted to Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre, Toronto, Canada, for the treatment of chemotherapy-induced FN. Linear regression models were fitted to examine the relationship of scores from the neutropenia-specific instrument with those obtained from the other instruments. Two models were fitted using the NSS as the response variable. Predictors for the regression models were the FACT-G scores for each of the subscales (physical, emotional, social and functional wellbeing) and the five domains of the EQ-5D (mobility, self-care, usual activity, pain/discomfort and anxiety/depression) along with the visual analog scale (VAS) component of this tool. The physical and emotional wellbeing subscales of the FACT-G had a strong relationship to the NSS (p < 0.05); the social and functional well-being subscales had a much weaker relationship (p > 0.5). For the EQ-5D, the pain/discomfort domain had the strongest relationship to the NSS (p=0.18); the remaining domains, with or without the VAS, all demonstrated a weaker relationship (p > 0.5). Model fit was assessed by the adjusted R2 statistic; it was 0.54 when FACT-G subscales were used as the predictors compared to −0.04 for the EQ-5D domains indicating that the FACT-G was a better predictor of neutropenia-related concerns. Neutropenia concerns appear to be more closely related to cancer specific QoL compared to general quality of life as demonstrated by the stronger relationship of the NSS to the FACT-G than to the EQ-5D. This may be due to the comprehensiveness of the FACT-G questionnaire where a possible score anywhere from 0 to 24 or 28 can be obtained in each of the subscales, compared to three-point descriptive system for each of the domains of the EQ-5D.

Self-perceived Taste and Flavor Perception: Associations With Quality of Life in Patients With Olfactory Loss

2020 ◽  
pp. 019459982096524
Author(s):  
David T. Liu ◽  
Gerold Besser ◽  
Bernhard Prem ◽  
Gunjan Sharma ◽  
Marlene M. Speth ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Regression Models ◽  
Tertiary Care ◽  
Linear Regression Models ◽  
Negative Statement ◽  
Flavor Perception ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Smell Loss ◽  
Positive Statement

Objective To evaluate associations between self-perceived chemosensory functions of smell, taste, and flavor perception with olfactory-specific quality of life (QoL) in patients with olfactory dysfunction (OD) and whether these associations would be influenced by other factors, such as duration or etiology of smell loss. Study Design Retrospective cohort study. Setting Tertiary care, academic center. Methods Olfactory-specific QoL was measured with the Questionnaire of Olfactory Disorders (QOD). The QOD measures the impact of OD on QoL (QOD-negative statements) and the ability of patients to cope with smell loss (QOD-positive statements). Orthonasal olfactory function, patients’ demographics, self-perceived chemosensory perception, and duration and etiology of OD were retrospectively collected in a cohort of patients with quantitative OD. Correlations and multivariable linear regression models were computed to determine possible associations with the outcome measure of QOD-negative and QOD-positive statement scores. Results A total of 133 patients with OD were included. Analysis revealed a positive correlation between self-perceived taste and flavor perception with QOD-negative statement scores, while self-perceived smell showed no significant correlation. Similarly, longer duration of smell loss and higher age were also correlated with higher QOD-positive statement scores. Multivariable regression models confirmed that self-perceived taste was independently associated with the QOD-negative statement score, while age and duration of OD were independently associated with the QOD-positive statement score. Conclusions These findings suggest that the impact of diminished flavor perception during eating and drinking has a stronger impact on the QoL of patients with OD as compared with decreased orthonasal olfaction.

Promoting Physical Activity and Quality of Life in Vitoria, Brazil: Evaluation of the Exercise Orientation Service (EOS) Program

2014 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
pp. 38-44 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rodrigo S. Reis ◽  
Adriano Akira F. Hino ◽  
Danielle K. Cruz ◽  
Lourival Espiridião da Silva Filho ◽  
Deborah C. Malta ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Physical Activity ◽  
Regression Models ◽  
Leisure Time ◽  
Program Participation ◽  
Linear Regression Models ◽  
Highly Educated ◽  
Phone Survey ◽  
Older Subjects

Background:The purpose of this study was to evaluate associations between exposure to the Exercise Orientation Service (EOS) program and physical activity (PA) and quality of life (QoL) in adults from Vitoria, Brazil.Methods:A phone survey was conducted with 2023 randomly selected participants (≥ 18 years) to measure awareness about the program, participation in the program, PA levels, and QoL. The associations were tested using Poisson and Linear regression models.Results:31.5% reported awareness about the program, 1.5% reported current participation, and 5.8% reported previous participation. Participation was higher among women (2.1%), older subjects (2.8%), and those reporting morbidities (2.4%). Awareness was higher among middle-aged persons (36.0%) and highly educated participants (37.1%). Current participation (PR = 2.22; 95% CI = 1.65–2.99) and awareness (PR = 1.15; 95% CI = 1.02–1.30) were associated with leisure-time PA (LTPA).Conclusion:Exposure to the program was not associated with QoL but was consistently associated with sufficient levels of LTPA among adults from Vitoria, Brazil.

scholarly journals Exploring Provider-Level Socio-Demographic Determinants of Diet Quality of Preschool Aged Children Attending Family Child Care Homes

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (Supplement_2) ◽  
pp. 1090-1090
Author(s):  
Alison Tovar ◽  
Patricia Risica ◽  
Andrea Ramirez ◽  
Noereem Mena ◽  
Ingrid Lofgren ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Child Care ◽  
Linear Regression ◽  
Regression Models ◽  
Family Child Care ◽  
Dietary Quality ◽  
Sociodemographic Characteristics ◽  
Linear Regression Models ◽  
Family Child Care Homes ◽  
Multiple Linear Regression Models

Abstract Objectives To measure the dietary quality of meals and snacks consumed by preschool-aged children (2- to -5 years old) in family child care homes (FCCH) and explore whether dietary quality differs by sociodemographic characteristics and acculturation of FCCH providers. Methods This study used baseline data from a cluster-randomized trial, Healthy Start/Comienzos Sanos. Surveys including demographic characteristics were completed with FCCH providers. Food and beverage consumption was measured using the Dietary Observation in Child Care, then Healthy Eating Index (HEI) 2015 scores were calculated. Differences in mean HEI-2015 scores by sociodemographic characteristics were calculated using one-way ANOVAs. Multiple linear regression models were then fit for statistically significant variables. Post-hoc ANOVA's were run to explore mean differences by HEI sub-components. Results There were statistically significant differences in mean total HEI scores by income (<$25,000: HEI: 64.8 vs. $25,001-$50,000: 62.9 vs. $75,001 or more: 56.2, P = 0.03); ethnicity (Latinx: 64.4 vs. Non-Latinx: 56.6, P = 0.002); language spoken in childcare (Spanish: 64.4 vs. English: 59.6, P = 0.02); language spoken outside of childcare (Spanish: 64.3; vs. English: 58.6, P = 0.005). Results from multiple linear regression models revealed that higher provider income ($75,001 or more) was negatively and significantly associated with total HEI scores (b = −9.8, SE = 3.7, P = 0.009) vs. lower income (less than $25,000). There were also differences in the HEI greens/beans, total protein, and seafood/plant protein scores across ethnicity and language. Conclusions Provider income, ethnicity and language were important factors in what children consume in FCCH. Future studies should aim to better understand how these provider sociodemographic factors are related to meal and snack preparation/provision in order to better tailor interventions. Funding Sources National Institutes of Health- National Heart, Lung, Blood Institute, NationalInstitutes of Health, HL123016.

scholarly journals Effects of team timeouts on the teams’ scoring performance in elite handball close games

Kinesiology ◽  
2016 ◽  
Vol 48 (1) ◽  
pp. 115-123 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jaime Prieto ◽  
Miguel-Ángel Gómez ◽  
Anna Volossovitch ◽  
Jaime Sampaio
Keyword(s):  
Regression Models ◽  
Linear Regression Models ◽  
Negative Effects ◽  
Medium Term ◽  
Short Term ◽  
Situational Variables ◽  
Positive Effects ◽  
Multiple Linear Regression Models ◽  
Game Type

This study identified temporal effects (immediate, short-term, and medium-term effect) of team timeouts on elite handball scoring performance in reference to several situational variables that may influence performance: match status, game location, quality of the opposition, game period, and game type. The sample consisted of 646 team timeouts from 142 close games (score differences less than or equal to five goals) of the 2011/2012 men’s Spanish Professional Handball League (ASOBAL League). For each team timeout, the goals scored and conceded within the previous and post timeout 1st, 3rd and 5th ball possessions were recorded for the teams that called a timeout and for their opponents. Multiple linear regression models were used for analysis. The results showed positive effects on goals scored for the teams that called a timeout, with increases of 0.59, 1.40 and 1.85 goals for the periods within the previous and post team timeout 1st, 3rd and 5th ball possessions. Conversely, significant negative effects on goals scored were found for the opposing teams, with decreases of 0.59, 1.43 and 2.04 goals for the same periods, respectively. Unexpectedly, the influence of situational variables on scoring performance of the teams was only registered for certain game periods. These findings could be useful for a better team timeout management during games and competitions.

scholarly journals DETERMINANTS OF PHYSICAL AND MENTAL HEALTH AMONG LGBT OLDER ADULT CAREGIVERS

2019 ◽  
Vol 3 (Supplement_1) ◽  
pp. S345-S345
Author(s):  
Charles Emlet ◽  
Charles Emelt ◽  
Hyunzee Jung ◽  
Hyun-Jun Kim ◽  
David La Fazia ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Mental Health ◽  
Older Adults ◽  
Protective Factors ◽  
Risk And Protective Factors ◽  
Linear Regression Models ◽  
Physical And Mental Health ◽  
Older Adult Caregivers ◽  
And Gender

Abstract Caregivers experience chronic stress that can negatively affect their health, resulting in lower quality of life. This study aims to understand the physical and mental health of caregivers by examining modifiable risk and protective factors. Life experiences of LGBT older adults are considered. In the longitudinal study, Aging with Pride: National Health Aging, Sexuality and Gender Study, approximately one third (31%, n=754) of LGBT older adults (50+ years) provide care: 38% to partner/spouse, 29% friends, 20% other relatives, and 8% ex-partner/ex-spouse. Linear regression models examined the effects of risk and protective factors at T0 on health outcomes at T2. Mastery, physical activity, and nutrition predicted better physical functioning, lower mental distress, and higher health-related quality of life (HRQOL). Social participation and support, community engagement, and lower identity stigma predicted better mental health. Microaggression predicted lower physical HRQOL. Interventions enhancing protective factors may promote physical and mental health of LGBT caregivers.

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