المؤلفون: Jang H; College of Medicine, Yonsei University, Seoul 03722, Republic of Korea., Kwon S; College of Medicine, Yonsei University, Seoul 03722, Republic of Korea., Lee B; College of Medicine, Yonsei University, Seoul 03722, Republic of Korea., Kim G; College of Medicine, Yonsei University, Seoul 03722, Republic of Korea., Chae W; Institute of Health Services Research, Yonsei University, Seoul 03722, Republic of Korea.; Department of Health Policy and Management, Graduate School of Public Health, Yonsei University, Seoul 03722, Republic of Korea., Jang SI; Institute of Health Services Research, Yonsei University, Seoul 03722, Republic of Korea.; Department of Preventive Medicine, Yonsei University, Seoul 03722, Republic of Korea.

المصدر: International journal of environmental research and public health [Int J Environ Res Public Health] 2022 Dec 05; Vol. 19 (23). Date of Electronic Publication: 2022 Dec 05.

نوع المنشور: Observational Study; Journal Article

بيانات الدورية: Publisher: MDPI Country of Publication: Switzerland NLM ID: 101238455 Publication Model: Electronic Cited Medium: Internet ISSN: 1660-4601 (Electronic) Linking ISSN: 16604601 NLM ISO Abbreviation: Int J Environ Res Public Health Subsets: MEDLINE

مواضيع طبية MeSH: Cross-Sectional Studies*, Humans ; Female ; Adult ; Middle Aged ; Nutrition Surveys ; Retrospective Studies ; Spirometry ; Respiratory Function Tests

مستخلص: Objectives: Restrictive spirometric pattern (RSP) has a prevalence of 5.4−9.2% and is associated with various respiratory symptoms, comorbidities, and increased mortality. Breastfeeding has important effects on maternal health; however, the effects of breastfeeding on pulmonary function remain unclear. This study aimed to investigate the effects of breastfeeding on maternal pulmonary function, particularly the risk of RSP. Methods: Retrospective, cross-sectional observational study enrolling parous women aged >40 years who participated in the Korea National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey from 2013−2018. RSP was defined using the FEV1/FVC ratio and FVC outcomes of the pulmonary function test. The adjusted odds ratios (OR) for RSP were calculated using multivariate logistic regression. Results: Of 9261 parous women, 913 (9.9%) had RSP. Breastfeeding (≥1 month) was associated with a reduced risk of RSP (OR: 0.75 [0.60−0.92]) when adjusted for age, body mass index, smoking status, other diseases, socioeconomic status, and maternal risk factors. The adjusted ORs for RSP for women decreased further with increasing duration of breastfeeding (p for trend: 0.0004). The FEV1, FVC, and FVC% were higher in women who breastfed than in those who did not breastfeed (by 0.0390 L, 0.0521 L, 0.9540% p, respectively). Conclusions: There is an association between breastfeeding and pulmonary function in parous women. Breastfeeding was associated with a lower prevalence of RSP in parous women aged >40 years old, suggesting that breastfeeding may have a beneficial effect on maternal pulmonary function.

المؤلفون: Czyżowska N; Institute of Psychology, Pedagogical University of Kraków, 30-084 Krakow, Poland.

المصدر: International journal of environmental research and public health [Int J Environ Res Public Health] 2022 May 28; Vol. 19 (11). Date of Electronic Publication: 2022 May 28.

نوع المنشور: Journal Article

بيانات الدورية: Publisher: MDPI Country of Publication: Switzerland NLM ID: 101238455 Publication Model: Electronic Cited Medium: Internet ISSN: 1660-4601 (Electronic) Linking ISSN: 16604601 NLM ISO Abbreviation: Int J Environ Res Public Health Subsets: MEDLINE

مواضيع طبية MeSH: Cross-Sectional Studies*, Adolescent ; Adult ; Humans ; Surveys and Questionnaires

مستخلص: Building one's own identity and finding meaning in life are important tasks for emerging adults. Although many agree that both are essential in terms of the well-being and proper functioning of an individual, there is little empirical data concerning the relationship between the way young people process information about themselves and the feeling that their life has a purpose and value. Therefore, the aim of this study was to explore how identity processing styles (normative, diffuse-avoidant and informational) and two dimensions of meaning of life (presence and the search for meaning) are related. It was also assumed that identity commitment could play a mediating role between those variables. 183 emerging adults who participated in the study completed Identity Style Inventory (ISI-5) and Meaning in Life Questionnaire. The cross-sectional study design was used. Using Structural Equation Modeling revealed that commitment mediated the relationship between two of three identity styles (diffuse-avoidant and informational) and presence, but not search for or meaning in life. Normative identity style also negatively predicted the search for meaning in life. It seems that commitment might play an important role in meaning-making process, and as such, should be strengthened and encouraged when working with individuals at this stage in life.

المؤلفون: Aguilar-Farias N; Department of Physical Education, Sports and Recreation, Universidad de La Frontera, Temuco 4780000, Chile.; UFRO Activate Research Group, Universidad de La Frontera, Temuco 4780000, Chile.; Centro de Investigación en Epidemiología Cardiovascular y Nutricional (EPICYN), Universidad de La Frontera, Temuco 4780000, Chile., Roman Mella F; Department of Psychology, Universidad de La Frontera, Temuco 4780000, Chile., Cortinez-O'Ryan A; Department of Physical Education, Sports and Recreation, Universidad de La Frontera, Temuco 4780000, Chile.; UFRO Activate Research Group, Universidad de La Frontera, Temuco 4780000, Chile., Carcamo-Oyarzun J; Department of Physical Education, Sports and Recreation, Universidad de La Frontera, Temuco 4780000, Chile.; UFRO Activate Research Group, Universidad de La Frontera, Temuco 4780000, Chile., Cerda A; Centro de Investigación en Epidemiología Cardiovascular y Nutricional (EPICYN), Universidad de La Frontera, Temuco 4780000, Chile.; Department of Basic Sciences, Universidad de La Frontera, Temuco 4780000, Chile., Toledo-Vargas M; Department of Physical Education, Sports and Recreation, Universidad de La Frontera, Temuco 4780000, Chile.; UFRO Activate Research Group, Universidad de La Frontera, Temuco 4780000, Chile.; Vicerrectoría de Investigación y Postgrado, Universidad de La Frontera, Temuco 4780000, Chile., Miranda-Marquez S; Department of Physical Education, Sports and Recreation, Universidad de La Frontera, Temuco 4780000, Chile.; UFRO Activate Research Group, Universidad de La Frontera, Temuco 4780000, Chile.; Vicerrectoría de Investigación y Postgrado, Universidad de La Frontera, Temuco 4780000, Chile., Cortes-Morales S; Department of Physical Education, Sports and Recreation, Universidad de La Frontera, Temuco 4780000, Chile.; UFRO Activate Research Group, Universidad de La Frontera, Temuco 4780000, Chile.; Vicerrectoría de Investigación y Postgrado, Universidad de La Frontera, Temuco 4780000, Chile., Balboa-Castillo T; Centro de Investigación en Epidemiología Cardiovascular y Nutricional (EPICYN), Universidad de La Frontera, Temuco 4780000, Chile.; Department of Public Health, Universidad de La Frontera, Temuco 4780000, Chile.

المصدر: International journal of environmental research and public health [Int J Environ Res Public Health] 2022 Apr 27; Vol. 19 (9). Date of Electronic Publication: 2022 Apr 27.

نوع المنشور: Journal Article; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

بيانات الدورية: Publisher: MDPI Country of Publication: Switzerland NLM ID: 101238455 Publication Model: Electronic Cited Medium: Internet ISSN: 1660-4601 (Electronic) Linking ISSN: 16604601 NLM ISO Abbreviation: Int J Environ Res Public Health Subsets: MEDLINE

مواضيع طبية MeSH: Cross-Sectional Studies*, Adolescent ; Chile ; Cities ; Humans ; Latin America

مستخلص: Global changes require urgent integration of health and wellbeing into all urban policies. Complex social and environmental factors define wellbeing outcomes and inequities present in cities. Additionally, political decisions are seldom thought and developed considering the needs and participation of children and adolescents. The REDibuja study aims to develop a multidimensional framework of wellbeing for children and adolescents and to validate an index of opportunities for better wellbeing for children and adolescents in the urban context of Temuco, Chile. This child-centered and cross-sectional study will involve mixed methodologies throughout the implementation of five work packages for two years (2022-2023): (1) development of a conceptual framework for child and adolescent wellbeing, (2) integration of available and public data, (3) studies in the local context, (4) data integration using geographic information systems, and (5) validation of the wellbeing opportunity index for children and adolescents. REDibuja will implement methodologies that until now are little used to facilitate political decisions in our regional context. This process and results could be transferred for assessment and decision-making in Latin America and low- and middle-income countries in other regions.

المؤلفون: Aljohani KA; Department of Community Health Nursing, College of Nursing, Taibah University, Al-Madinah Al-Munawarah 42356, Saudi Arabia., Alamri MS; Nursing Department, College of Applied Medical Sciences, University of Hafr Albatin, Hafr Albatin 39524, Saudi Arabia., Al-Dossary R; Nursing Education Department, Nursing College, Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University, Dammam 34221, Saudi Arabia., Albaqawi H; College of Nursing, University of Hail, Hail 81491, Saudi Arabia., Hosis KA; Department of Nursing Education, Nursing College, Qassim University, Buraidah 51452, Saudi Arabia., Aljohani MS; Department of Medical Surgical Nursing, College of Nursing, Taibah University, Al-Madinah Al-Munawarah 42356, Saudi Arabia., Almadani N; Community Health Nursing Department, College of Nursing, Princess Nourah Bint Abdulrahman University, Riyadh 84428, Saudi Arabia., Alrasheadi B; Nursing Department, College of Applied Medical Sciences, Majmaah University, Majmaah 15341, Saudi Arabia., Falatah R; Nursing Administration & Education Department, College of Nursing, King Saud University, Riyadh 11362, Saudi Arabia., Almazan J; School of Medicine, Nazarbayev University, Nursultan 010000, Kazakhstan., Alharbi J; Nursing Department, College of Applied Medical Sciences, University of Hafr Albatin, Hafr Albatin 39524, Saudi Arabia.

المصدر: International journal of environmental research and public health [Int J Environ Res Public Health] 2022 Apr 01; Vol. 19 (7). Date of Electronic Publication: 2022 Apr 01.

نوع المنشور: Journal Article

بيانات الدورية: Publisher: MDPI Country of Publication: Switzerland NLM ID: 101238455 Publication Model: Electronic Cited Medium: Internet ISSN: 1660-4601 (Electronic) Linking ISSN: 16604601 NLM ISO Abbreviation: Int J Environ Res Public Health Subsets: MEDLINE

مواضيع طبية MeSH: Cross-Sectional Studies*, Female ; Humans ; Saudi Arabia ; Surveys and Questionnaires

مستخلص: The absence of scope of practice guidelines may lead to role ambiguity and legal consequences in nursing practice. This study measures the scope of practice of nurses in Saudi Arabia. The study utilized a descriptive cross-sectional design using an electronic version of the Arabic Actual Scope of Nursing Practice (A-ASCOP) questionnaire among 928 nurses. Descriptive analysis was followed by a t-test and an analysis of variance (ANOVA). Significance was assured through the Bonferroni test; the effect size was measured through partial η2 when appropriate. The A-ASCOP mean score of each dimension ranged from 4.29 to 4.72 (overall mean = 4.59). Significant overall ASCOP score variations were evident, with higher ASCOP among expatriate nurses, females, Hospital Operation Program (HOP) nurses, and nurses with postgraduate qualifications. Partial η2 showed a small effect of <0.016. Low-complexity nursing tasks showed insignificant differences no matter the nurse’s position, but were less practiced by Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) and advanced-degree nurses than by those with a diploma education. High complexity of ASCOP was practiced significantly more often by postgraduate-prepared nurses than by diploma-educated nurses. The study showed that there is a range of variation in nursing practice, but that the lack of internal regulations (nursing scope of practice) has no effect on nursing duties. In a country such as Saudi Arabia, where massive national improvement initiatives are frequent, clearly defining the scope of practice for nurses is essential and needs to be done through government mandates. Further studies are essential to define what the scope of practice should include.

المؤلفون: Chou PS; Graduate Institute of Life Sciences, National Defense Medical Center, Taipei 11490, Taiwan., Huang SH; Department of Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology, National Taipei University of Technology (Taipei Tech), Taipei 10608, Taiwan., Chung RJ; Department of Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology, National Taipei University of Technology (Taipei Tech), Taipei 10608, Taiwan., Huang YC; Department of Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology, National Taipei University of Technology (Taipei Tech), Taipei 10608, Taiwan.; Department of Medical Research, Tri-Service General Hospital, National Defense Medical Center, Taipei 11490, Taiwan., Chung CH; Department of Medical Research, Tri-Service General Hospital, National Defense Medical Center, Taipei 11490, Taiwan.; School of Public Health, National Defense Medical Center, Taipei 11490, Taiwan., Wang BL; School of Public Health, National Defense Medical Center, Taipei 11490, Taiwan., Sun CA; Department of Public Health, College of Medicine, Fu-Jen Catholic University, New Taipei 242062, Taiwan.; Big Data Research Center, College of Medicine, Fu-Jen Catholic University, New Taipei 242062, Taiwan., Huang SM; Department of Infection Control, Taipei Medical University Hospital, Taipei 11031, Taiwan., Lin IL; Department of Computer Science and Engineering, Tatung University, Taipei 104327, Taiwan., Chien WC; Graduate Institute of Life Sciences, National Defense Medical Center, Taipei 11490, Taiwan.; Department of Medical Research, Tri-Service General Hospital, National Defense Medical Center, Taipei 11490, Taiwan.; School of Public Health, National Defense Medical Center, Taipei 11490, Taiwan.; Taiwanese Injury Prevention and Safety Promotion Association (TIPSPA), Taipei 11490, Taiwan.

المصدر: International journal of environmental research and public health [Int J Environ Res Public Health] 2022 Feb 22; Vol. 19 (5). Date of Electronic Publication: 2022 Feb 22.

نوع المنشور: Journal Article; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

بيانات الدورية: Publisher: MDPI Country of Publication: Switzerland NLM ID: 101238455 Publication Model: Electronic Cited Medium: Internet ISSN: 1660-4601 (Electronic) Linking ISSN: 16604601 NLM ISO Abbreviation: Int J Environ Res Public Health Subsets: MEDLINE

مواضيع طبية MeSH: Cross-Sectional Studies*, Databases, Factual ; Female ; Humans ; Logistic Models ; Male ; Sex Factors ; Taiwan/epidemiology

مستخلص: Objective: This study used a long-term trend analysis to investigate whether gender differences were related to the risk of injury and epidemiological characteristics in Taiwan from 1998 to 2015. Materials and methods: Data on 4,647,259 hospitalized patients that were injured from 1 January 1998, to 31 December 2015 were collected from the National Health Insurance Research Database (NHIRD). Among the injured patients, 2,721,612 males and 1,925,446 females were identified. Patients were age-, gender-, and index date-matched. Multiple logistic regression was used to analyze the risks of injury via gender differences. A p-value < 0.05 was considered significant. Results: The injury risk of the male patients was 1.4 times higher than that of female patients (AOR = 1.427, 95% CI = 1.40−1.44). The rising trend of male injured hospitalized patients was also greater than that of female injured hospitalized patients. Conclusion: Males were more at risk of injury than females. Gender differences were related to the increased risk of epidemiological characteristics of injury.

المؤلفون: Ferschl S; Department of Sport and Health Sciences, Technical University of Munich, 80992 Munich, Germany., Gelius P; Department of Sport Science and Sport, University of Erlangen-Nuremberg, 91058 Erlangen, Germany., Abu-Omar K; Department of Sport Science and Sport, University of Erlangen-Nuremberg, 91058 Erlangen, Germany., Till M; Department of Sport Science and Sport, University of Erlangen-Nuremberg, 91058 Erlangen, Germany., Benkert R; Institute of Social and Preventive Medicine, University of Bern, 3012 Bern, Switzerland., Abel T; Institute of Social and Preventive Medicine, University of Bern, 3012 Bern, Switzerland.

المصدر: International journal of environmental research and public health [Int J Environ Res Public Health] 2022 Jan 22; Vol. 19 (3). Date of Electronic Publication: 2022 Jan 22.

نوع المنشور: Journal Article; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

بيانات الدورية: Publisher: MDPI Country of Publication: Switzerland NLM ID: 101238455 Publication Model: Electronic Cited Medium: Internet ISSN: 1660-4601 (Electronic) Linking ISSN: 16604601 NLM ISO Abbreviation: Int J Environ Res Public Health Subsets: MEDLINE

مواضيع طبية MeSH: Cross-Sectional Studies*, Adolescent ; Humans ; Male ; Surveys and Questionnaires ; Switzerland ; Young Adult

مستخلص: Background: The range of options people have to do the things they value in life may have strong effects on their well-being. This is especially true for young adults, as their opportunities and choices may affect both their current and future lives. This study follows Sen's capability approach (CA) to assess young people's well-being in terms of capabilities and functionings.
Methods: Repeated cross-sectional data from the Young Adult Survey Switzerland were used for the analysis (N = 58,615). Descriptive statistics were applied to analyze the distribution of capabilities and functionings according to individuals' capital equipment. Finally, multivariate regression analyses were conducted to investigate associations between social, cultural, and economic capital; overall capabilities; and functionings.
Results: Young men with lower capital equipment rated their capabilities and functionings lower than others. Capabilities and corresponding functionings differed in the domains of health, happiness, and intellectual stimulation. Multivariate analysis confirmed the effects of social, economic, and cultural capital on both overall capabilities and functionings.
Conclusions: Young men differ in their perceived capabilities and functionings in different life domains according to their equipment with different forms of capital. To better understand the mechanisms underlying the transformation of capabilities into functionings, future studies should analyze issues of choice and adaptation to restricted living conditions.

المؤلفون: Schuurman N; Faculty of Environment, Simon Fraser University, 8888 University Drive, Burnaby, BC V5A 1S6, Canada., Rosenkrantz L; Faculty of Environment, Simon Fraser University, 8888 University Drive, Burnaby, BC V5A 1S6, Canada., Lear SA; Faculty of Health Sciences, Simon Fraser University, 8888 University Drive, Burnaby, BC V5A 1S6, Canada.

المصدر: International journal of environmental research and public health [Int J Environ Res Public Health] 2021 Jun 10; Vol. 18 (12). Date of Electronic Publication: 2021 Jun 10.

نوع المنشور: Journal Article; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

بيانات الدورية: Publisher: MDPI Country of Publication: Switzerland NLM ID: 101238455 Publication Model: Electronic Cited Medium: Internet ISSN: 1660-4601 (Electronic) Linking ISSN: 16604601 NLM ISO Abbreviation: Int J Environ Res Public Health Subsets: MEDLINE

مواضيع طبية MeSH: Cross-Sectional Studies*, Female ; Humans ; Male ; Surveys and Questionnaires

مستخلص: Recreational road running is growing in popularity and has been linked to numerous mental and physical health benefits. However, we know little about what environmental preferences or concerns runners have regarding participation in the sport, and whether differences exist across age and gender. We conducted a cross-sectional survey on recreational road runners to investigate the type of built and natural environments road runners prefer, as well as the safety and health concerns that may affect runners' choice of environment. Responses were analyzed by age and gender. A total of 1228 road runners responded to the survey; 59.6% of respondents were women and 32.1% of respondents were men. Most respondents preferred to run on asphalt or sidewalk surfaces, and preferred well-lit, tree-lined routes. Major concerns for both men and women include animals and dangerous road conditions. Men and women differed significantly in their responses to the importance of running around others and their primary concerns while running. Results of this study serve to deepen our understanding of recreational road runners' environmental preferences and concerns, providing valuable information for public health officials and city planners alike. This information must be considered if we are to continue to encourage uptake of running as a sport and reap its health effects.

المؤلفون: Silva FM; Research Unit for Sport and Physical Activity (CIDAF, UID/PTD/04213/2019), University of Coimbra, 3040-248 Coimbra, Portugal., Duarte-Mendes P; Department of Sports and Well-being, Polytechnic Institute of Castelo Branco, 6000-266 Castelo Branco, Portugal.; Sport, Health & Exercise Research Unit (SHERU), Polytechnic Institute of Castelo Branco, 6000-266 Castelo Branco, Portugal., Rusenhack MC; Research Unit for Sport and Physical Activity (CIDAF, UID/PTD/04213/2019), University of Coimbra, 3040-248 Coimbra, Portugal.; School of Physical Education and Sports, University of Costa Rica, San José 11501-2060, Costa Rica., Furmann M; Interdisciplinary Graduate Program in Community Development, State University of the Midwest, Irati Paraná 84505-677, Brazil., Nobre PR; Research Unit for Sport and Physical Activity (CIDAF, UID/PTD/04213/2019), University of Coimbra, 3040-248 Coimbra, Portugal., Fachada MÂ; Research Unit for Sport and Physical Activity (CIDAF, UID/PTD/04213/2019), University of Coimbra, 3040-248 Coimbra, Portugal., Soares CM; Research Unit for Sport and Physical Activity (CIDAF, UID/PTD/04213/2019), University of Coimbra, 3040-248 Coimbra, Portugal., Teixeira A; Research Unit for Sport and Physical Activity (CIDAF, UID/PTD/04213/2019), University of Coimbra, 3040-248 Coimbra, Portugal., Ferreira JP; Research Unit for Sport and Physical Activity (CIDAF, UID/PTD/04213/2019), University of Coimbra, 3040-248 Coimbra, Portugal.

المصدر: International journal of environmental research and public health [Int J Environ Res Public Health] 2020 Nov 21; Vol. 17 (22). Date of Electronic Publication: 2020 Nov 21.

نوع المنشور: Journal Article; Meta-Analysis; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't; Systematic Review

بيانات الدورية: Publisher: MDPI Country of Publication: Switzerland NLM ID: 101238455 Publication Model: Electronic Cited Medium: Internet ISSN: 1660-4601 (Electronic) Linking ISSN: 16604601 NLM ISO Abbreviation: Int J Environ Res Public Health Subsets: MEDLINE

مواضيع طبية MeSH: Cardiorespiratory Fitness* , Cross-Sectional Studies* , Sedentary Behavior*, Hand Strength/*physiology, Aged ; Aged, 80 and over ; Canada ; Cohort Studies ; Female ; Humans ; Longitudinal Studies ; Male ; Middle Aged ; Nutrition Surveys ; Physical Fitness

مستخلص: Background : Sedentary behavior has been considered an independent risk factor to health. The aim of this systematic review and meta-analysis was to examine associations between objectively measured sedentary time and physical fitness components in healthy adults. Methods : Four electronic databases (Web of Science, Scopus, Pubmed and Sport Discus) were searched (up to 20 September 2020) to retrieve studies on healthy adults which used observational, cohort and cross-sectional designs. Studies were included if sedentary time was measured objectively and examined associations with the health- or skill-related attributes of physical fitness (e.g., muscular strength, cardiorespiratory fitness, balance). After applying additional search criteria, 21 papers (11,101 participants) were selected from an initial pool of 5192 identified papers. Results : Significant negative associations were found between total sedentary time with cardiorespiratory fitness (r = -0.164, 95%CI: -0.240, -0.086, p < 0.001), muscular strength (r = -0.147, 95%CI: -0.266, -0.024, p = 0.020) and balance (r = -0.133, 95%CI: -0.255, -0.006, p = 0.040). Conclusions : The evidence found suggests that sedentary time can be associated with poor physical fitness in adults (i.e., muscular strength, cardiorespiratory fitness and balance), so strategies should be created to encourage behavioral changes.

المؤلفون: Alhusaini AA; Department of Rehabilitation Sciences, College of Applied Medical Sciences, King Saud University, Riyadh 11433, Saudi Arabia., Melam GR; Department of Rehabilitation Sciences, College of Applied Medical Sciences, King Saud University, Riyadh 11433, Saudi Arabia., Buragadda S; Department of Rehabilitation Sciences, College of Applied Medical Sciences, King Saud University, Riyadh 11495, Saudi Arabia.

المصدر: International journal of environmental research and public health [Int J Environ Res Public Health] 2020 Mar 20; Vol. 17 (6). Date of Electronic Publication: 2020 Mar 20.

نوع المنشور: Journal Article; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

بيانات الدورية: Publisher: MDPI Country of Publication: Switzerland NLM ID: 101238455 Publication Model: Electronic Cited Medium: Internet ISSN: 1660-4601 (Electronic) Linking ISSN: 16604601 NLM ISO Abbreviation: Int J Environ Res Public Health Subsets: MEDLINE

مواضيع طبية MeSH: Body Mass Index* , Cross-Cultural Comparison* , Cross-Sectional Studies* , Sedentary Behavior*, Adolescent ; Child ; Egypt ; Exercise ; Female ; Humans ; India ; Pakistan ; Saudi Arabia ; Sudan ; Surveys and Questionnaires

مستخلص: Background: The current study was done to assess the cross-cultural difference in physical activity and sedentary behavior among girls from culturally, environmentally, and geographically diverse countries residing in Saudi Arabia.
Methods: This was a comparative cross-sectional study conducted among expatriate girls (N = 275), aged 9-16 years. Participants were from India (n = 65), Pakistan (n = 88), Egypt (n = 50), Sudan (n = 49), and other nationals (n = 23). They were randomly selected from different schools in Riyadh and their Body Mass Index (BMI) and screen time was assessed. Physical activity (PA) and leisure-time activity was assessed using Physical Activity Questionnaire for Older Children (PAQ-C) and the Godin-Shephard Leisure-Time Exercise Questionnaire (GSLTPAQ) respectively.
Results: Out of 275, 65.8% were active and 34.2% were insufficiently active as per the GSLTPAQ, and half of them were moderately active and only 22.2% were extremely active as per PAQ-C. No statistical significant differences in their BMI status, screen time, or the levels of PA among expatriate girls.
Conclusions: This study shows that the expatriate female school children in Saudi Arabia demonstrated a similar pattern in their BMI, sedentary time spent, and PA levels.

المؤلفون: Paige SR; STEM Translational Communication Center, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL 32611, USA., Damiani RE; STEM Translational Communication Center, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL 32611, USA., Flood-Grady E; STEM Translational Communication Center, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL 32611, USA.; Clinical and Translational Sciences Institute, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL 32610, USA., Krieger JL; STEM Translational Communication Center, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL 32611, USA., Stellefson M; Department of Health Education and Promotion, East Carolina University, Greenville, NC 27858, USA.

المصدر: International journal of environmental research and public health [Int J Environ Res Public Health] 2019 Dec 29; Vol. 17 (1). Date of Electronic Publication: 2019 Dec 29.

نوع المنشور: Journal Article; Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural

بيانات الدورية: Publisher: MDPI Country of Publication: Switzerland NLM ID: 101238455 Publication Model: Electronic Cited Medium: Internet ISSN: 1660-4601 (Electronic) Linking ISSN: 16604601 NLM ISO Abbreviation: Int J Environ Res Public Health Subsets: MEDLINE

مواضيع طبية MeSH: Cross-Sectional Studies* , Social Support*, Chronic Disease/*psychology , Internet-Based Intervention/*statistics & numerical data , Pulmonary Disease, Chronic Obstructive/*psychology , Rural Population/*statistics & numerical data , Self-Help Groups/*statistics & numerical data, Aged ; Aged, 80 and over ; Female ; Humans ; Longitudinal Studies ; Male ; Middle Aged ; Surveys and Questionnaires

مستخلص: Joining an online social support group may increase perceived membership to a community, but it does not guarantee that the community will be available when it is needed. This is especially relevant for adults with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), many of whom reside in rural regions and continually negotiate their illness identity. Drawing from social support literature and communication theory of identity, this cross-sectional study explored how COPD illness and geographic identities interact to influence patients' perceived availability of online social support. In April 2018, 575 adults with a history of respiratory symptoms completed an online survey. Patients with a COPD diagnosis reported greater availability of online support. This was partially mediated by a positive degree of COPD illness identity (i.e., being diagnosed with COPD, a history of tobacco use, severe respiratory symptoms, high disease knowledge, and low income but high education). The relationship between COPD illness identity and the availability of online support was strongest among those with low rural identity; however, at lower levels of COPD illness identity, participants with high rural identity reported the greatest degree of available online support. Results have important implications for tailored education approaches across the COPD care continuum by illness and geographic identities.