Familiarity With and Use of Accommodations and Supports Among Postsecondary Students With Mental Illnesses

Program Overcomes Obstacles To College Education

Utilizing crossbred fall-calving beef females over 2 years, relationships of uterine artery blood flow (UBF) with cow BW, calf birth BW, and placental characteristics were investigated. Transrectal color Doppler ultrasonography of both uterine arteries was conducted, and scans were grouped into 80, 60, 40, and 20 ± 5 d prior to calving (DPC; n = 28, 38, 36, and 24, respectively). Placentas were dissected post-expulsion (n = 21, 26, 26, and 19, respectively). Correlation coefficients were determined for UBF with BW and placental measures at each timepoint. Total UBF had a moderate positive (80, 40, and 20 DPC, P ≤ 0.009) or weak positive correlation (60 DPC, P = 0.02) with calf BW. Calf BW had a moderate positive correlation (P ≤ 0.04) with contralateral UBF (80, 60, and 40 DPC). Cow BW was not correlated (P ≥ 0.07) with UBF. Total and contralateral UBF had moderate positive correlations (P ≤ 0.03) with cotyledonary, intercotyledonary and total placental weights at 40 DPC and with intercotyledonary weight at 20 DPC. Contralateral UBF had a moderate positive correlation (P = 0.03) with total placental weight at 20 DPC. Ipsilateral UBF had no relationship (P ≥ 0.06) with calf or placental weights. Cotyledon number had a moderate negative correlation (P = 0.02) with ipsilateral UBF at 20 DPC, but a moderate (60 and 80 DPC) or strong (20 and 40 DPC) positive correlation (P ≤ 0.05) with contralateral UBF. Average cotyledonary size had a moderate positive correlation (P = 0.01) with total UBF at 20 DPC. Ipsilateral UBF had a moderate (80 and 40 DPC, P ≤ 0.04) or strong positive correlation (20 DPC, P = 0.003) with average cotyledonary size. These data suggest that late gestational UBF drives fetal and placental growth. Interestingly, contralateral UBF may have a disproportionately greater contribution.

College students with mental health conditions struggle to succeed academically potentially limiting their future. Previous research has shown that college students of all ages with mental health conditions under-utilize academic supports. However traditional (i.e. young adult) and non-traditional (i.e. older adult) students have different academic learning experiences and may also have different academic support experiences. This research explored the academic support experiences of young adult college students with mental health conditions and compared them to those of older adult college students with mental health conditions. A secondary analysis of a previously collected dataset on the academic experiences of college students with mental health conditions was conducted. The sample was limited to only current students at time of survey and respondents were categorized as either young adult (ages 18-24) or older adult (age 25 and over). Descriptive and exploratory quantitative analysis compared their mental health experiences, utilization of academic supports, and engagement on campus. Young adults were less likely to access formal disability services, less satisfied in their college experience and reported lower quality relationships with staff and faculty as compared to their older peers. Further investigation of the many potential reasons for these differences is warranted. As college student bodies become more diversified, staff and faculty need to recognize that student capacities and experience vary not just due to the potential impact of gender, race, or class, but also due to age and life experiences.

Background:First-year students at Mangosuthu University of Technology (MUT) often face academic and social adjustment challenges that may hinder their performance, sense of belonging, and retention. While academic and social support systems are designed to ease this transition, limited empirical evidence exists regarding their effectiveness. This study examines the availability, accessibility, and perceived impact of these support systems on academic success and social integration. Methods:A quantitative research design was employed using a structured questionnaire administered to 200 first-year students across five faculties at MUT. Stratified random sampling ensured representation across gender, faculty, and residence status. The questionnaire assessed experiences with academic support (e.g., tutoring, mentoring) and social support (e.g., peer networks, counselling). Data were analysed using descriptive statistics and Pearson correlation to examine relationships between support system engagement, academic performance, and student satisfaction. Results:Out of 200 students, 176 completed the questionnaire (88% response rate). Of these, 56% were female and 44% male; 62% resided in university residences and 38% commuted. The results showed that 72% accessed academic support services, while 59% engaged with social support. A moderate positive correlation (r = 0.48, p < 0.01) was found between support engagement and academic performance. High engagement was also associated with stronger feelings of belonging and academic confidence. Conclusion:Academic and social support systems significantly contribute to first-year students’ success and integration at MUT. However, disparities in access especially among non-residential students remain a concern. Recommendation:MUT should improve the visibility and accessibility of support services through targeted orientation and faculty-based outreach. Integrating peer mentoring and early intervention strategies may enhance engagement and support at-risk students more effectively.

Purpose: To investigate the correlation of symptoms of Diabetes with the severity of Diabetes Mellitus (DM) in Middle-aged subjects with diabetes. Participants: 68 subjects with diagnosed diabetes mellitus between the ages of 40 and 60 with/without symptoms of neuropathy were included. Participants with neurological disease, recent surgical procedures or injuries to feet, vascular disease, and cognitive impairment were excluded. Method: In a cross-sectional observational study, a total of 68 middle-aged diabetic subjects were interviewed in terms of demographic data, Fasting Blood Sugar (FBS), Post-Prandial Blood Sugar (PPBS), HBA1c, duration of diabetes, and associated medical conditions. All participants were examined by the Michigan Neuropathy Screening Instrument (MNSI). MNSI consists of 2 parts. 1) questionnaire 2) clinical examination. Analysis: Statistical analysis was done by SPSS 20 &amp; Spearman correlation test was applied. Results: In mild diabetes, hba1c has a weak positive correlation (r=0.232) with MNSI-1 and a very weak positive (0.016) correlation with MNSI-2. In moderate diabetes, hba1c has significant(p=0.003) strong positive correlation (r=0.703) with MNSI-1 and significant (p=0.019) moderate positive correlation (r=0.0596) with MNSI-2. In severe diabetes, hba1c has significant (p=0.028) moderate positive correlation (r=0.532) with MNSI-1 and significant (p=0.034) moderate positive (0.515) correlation with MNSI-2 Conclusion: Diabetic symptoms are moderately correlated with moderate &amp; severe levels of Diabetes based on hba1c in the middle-aged population. Keywords: Diabetes Mellitus, Middle age, Diabetic symptoms, Michigan Neuropathy Screening Instrument.

Background With the rapid development of e-commerce and social media, online marketing has been deeply integrated into the daily consumption decision-making process of individuals. Compared to general consumers, individuals with mental disorders exhibit certain functional limitations in emotional regulation, impulse control, and risk assessment, making them more susceptible to the high-frequency information stimulation and emotional induction prevalent in online marketing environments. Existing research primarily focuses on the psychological mechanisms of online marketing effects on the general population, while studies addressing the consumption behavior characteristics and influencing factors of this special group remain relatively limited. Based on this, the present study aims to explore the consumption behavior characteristics and influencing factors of individuals with mental disorders in online marketing environments, providing a scientific basis for improving online consumption protection mechanisms and related mental health interventions for special populations. Methods This study employed a cross-sectional survey design, selecting 180 patients with mental disorders from a follow-up management program at a mental health medical institution in a certain city. The participants ranged in age from 20 to 55 years, all possessed basic internet usage skills, and were in a stable phase of their condition. Structured questionnaires were used to collect demographic information, internet usage habits, and consumption behavior characteristics. The primary measurement tools included the Online Marketing Susceptibility Scale (OMSS), the Impulsiveness Scale (Barratt Impulsiveness Scale, BIS-11), and a consumption behavior questionnaire. The relationship between online marketing factors and consumption behavior was analyzed using independent samples t-test, Pearson correlation analysis, and multiple linear regression analysis. The statistical significance level was set at p&amp;lt;.05. Results In the context of online marketing, the consumption behavior of patients with mental disorders is closely related to their sensitivity to online marketing and impulsive behavior levels. Correlation analysis indicates that Online Marketing Sensitivity Score (OMSS) shows a significant positive correlation with average monthly unplanned consumption expenditure (r = 0.43, p&amp;lt;.001) and a moderate positive correlation with the frequency of impulsive consumption (r = 0.46, p&amp;lt;.001). Further analysis reveals that emotion-inducing marketing and time-limited discount strategies exhibit the highest correlation with irrational consumption behaviors (r values of 0.39 and 0.41, respectively). Multiple linear regression analysis results demonstrate that, after controlling for confounding factors such as age, gender, and internet usage duration, online marketing sensitivity (β = 0.38, p&amp;lt;.001) and impulsive behavior levels (β = 0.41, p&amp;lt;.001) remain significant predictors of unplanned consumption behavior. Discussion The study reveals that individuals with mental disorders are more susceptible to emotional marketing messages and instant reward mechanisms in online marketing environments, which increases their risk of impulsive and irrational consumption behaviors. Their decision-making processes may be influenced by multiple factors, including emotional fluctuations, diminished cognitive control, and inadequate delayed gratification capacity. In the future, when formulating regulatory policies for online marketing and social support programs for patients with mental disorders, the consumption vulnerability of this group should be fully considered. By strengthening consumption risk warnings, enhancing digital literacy education and introducing psychological intervention mechanisms, their potential risks in the online consumption environment can be reduced. Funding No. 24A0741.

Tobacco Screening and Counseling in the U.S.: Smokers With Mental Health and Substance Use Problems

Perceived Effectiveness of Medications Among Mental Health Service Users With and Without Alcohol Dependence

Mental health problems and influencing factors of parent-child separated children: An umbrella review of meta-analysis.

Background: It is important that individuals with mental illness are not stigmatized by health professionals. Purpose: This descriptive correlational study aimed to determine the relationship between nursing students' beliefs about mental illness and their attitudes toward people with mental health problems. Methods: The study was conducted with 200 nursing students using the Descriptive Characteristics Form, Beliefs about Mental Illness Scale (BMI), and Community Attitudes Towards Mentally Ill Individuals Scale (CAMI). Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, <i>t</i>-test, Anova, and pearson correlation analysis. Results: The mean BMI total score was 51.93 ± 17.38, and the mean CAMI total score was 58.85 ± 8.44. A moderate positive correlation was found between the two scales (<i>r </i>= 0.39, <i>p </i>< 0.001). Discussion: Nursing students demonstrated moderately negative beliefs and attitudes towards individuals with mental illness. Increasing the duration and quality of psychiatric clinical placements may improve students' attitudes and communication skills with these patients.

BackgroundFunctional tests (FT) are assessment tools that attempt to evaluate balance, flexibility, strength, power, speed, or agility through performance of gross motor skills. FT are frequently administered by coaches or sports medicine professionals to evaluate athletic ability, to predict performance, to identify athletes at risk for injury, or to evaluate an athlete’s ability to return to sport after injury. Functional tests which can provide accurate or predictive information regarding athletic ability would be advantageous to coaching staffs or medical professionals.PurposeThe primary purpose of this study was to identify correlations between preseason FT scores and in-season game statistics in a cohort of female collegiate level volleyball (VB) players. A secondary purpose was to present FT descriptive data for this cohort based on level of competition, player position, and starter status.Study Designprospective cohort; correlationalMethodsOne hundred and thirty-one female collegiate VB players representing three levels of competition completed four FT [standing long jump (SLJ), single-leg hop (SLH), lower extremity functional test (LEFT), and the Y-Balance Test - Lower Quarter (YBT-LQ)] at the start of the preseason. Player statistics were collected from team records at the completion of the season.ResultsStarters performed significantly better on all tests. There were moderate negative correlations between LEFT scores and game statistics for liberos, defensive specialists, and outside hitters. There were moderate positive correlations between YBT-LQ composite scores and game statistics for liberos, defensive specialists, hitters, and middle blockers. There were also low to moderate level positive correlations between SLJ and SLH scores and game performance for outside hitters. There were low to moderate level positive correlations between SLH scores and game performance for middle blockers and opposite side hitters.ConclusionsThe results of this study indicate that there are low to moderate correlations between some preseason functional test scores and some game statistics. The SLJ, SLH, LEFT, and YBT-LQ tests may help coaches with talent identification and/or may influence training strategies.Level of Evidence3

Mental Health and Substance Use Problems of Parents Involved With Child Welfare: Are Services Offered and Provided?

Mind the gap: Person-centred delivery of mental health information to post-secondary students

A rapidly growing research base is emerging around psychological responses to climate change, showing emotional and functional impairments. The concept of “climate change anxiety” (CCA) is still being developed, and more research is needed to explore how it interacts with mental health, particularly in youth. This study aimed to explore the degree to which CCA differentiates from other mental health problems in youth. As a secondary aim, this study also explored how CCA relates to transdiagnostic mental health factors. An anonymous online survey recruited a volunteer sample of youth aged 16–24 in the UK. Confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) explored the underlying structure of CCA alongside depression and generalised anxiety. The best fitting model was expanded on as a structural equation model to explore relationships with the transdiagnostic factors. The best fitting CFA model was found to be a three-factor model, suggesting that CCA, depression and generalised anxiety are not best represented as a unidimensional construct, but as three separate domains. CCA had moderate positive correlations with depression and generalised anxiety. The transdiagnostic factors were found to have weak relationships with CCA, whilst they had stronger relationships with depression and generalised anxiety. Taken together, these results suggest that CCA differentiates from other mental health problems in youth. Alternative approaches for understanding and supporting youth with climate anxiety in line with current theory and research are discussed.

Assessment of the results of treatment for mental disorders becomes more complete when the patient's perspective is incorporated. Here, we aimed to evaluate the psychometric properties and application of the Perceived Change Scale - Patient version (PCS-P) in a sample of inpatients with mental disorders. One hundred and ninety-one psychiatric inpatients answered the PCS-P and the Patients' Satisfaction with Mental Health Services Scale (SATIS) and were evaluated in terms of clinical and sociodemographic data. An exploratory factor analysis (EFA) was performed and internal consistency was calculated. The clinical impressions of the patient, family, and physician were correlated with the patient's perception of change. The EFA indicated a psychometrically suitable four-factor solution. The PCS-P exhibited a coherent relationship with SATIS and had a Cronbach's alpha value of 0.856. No correlations were found between the physician's clinical global impression of improvement and the patient's perception of change, although a moderate positive correlation was found between the patients' clinical global impression of improvement and the change perceived by the patient. The PCS-P exhibited adequate psychometric proprieties in a sample of inpatients with mental disorders. The patient's perception of change is an important dimension for evaluation of outcomes in the treatment of mental disorders and differs from the physician's clinical impression of improvement. Evaluation of positive and negative perceptions of the various dimensions of the patient's life enables more precise consideration of the patient's priorities and interests.