Amman Governorate Research Articles

Psychosocial factors correlating self-care management among Jordanian adolescents with type 1 diabetes.

Few studies were conducted to examine the correlation between the anxiety symptoms, depressive symptoms, self-efficacy, and social support variables and type 1 diabetes in developing countries, including Jordan. Thus, this study was conducted to assess the correlation between these psychosocial factors and self-care management among Jordanian adolescents with type 1 diabetes. A cross-sectional, descriptive correlational design was used to perform a study among adolescents with type 1 diabetes (N=351) aged 14-18years who attended primary healthcare centers clinics, and diabetic clinics related to hospitals in Amman Governorate, Jordan. A convenience sampling method was used to recruit participants. The data were collected using self-reported questionnaire during the period from June to December 2023. The results revealed that around 61.0% of the sample were males and 39% female, and 74.9% of the participants experienced type 1 diabetes for more than one year. Only, 4.3% of the participants had the recommended HbA1c (< 7.5%). The participants had high percentage anxiety and depressive symptoms, poor self-efficacy, moderate social support, and low self-care management. There was a correlation between self-efficacy, social support, and self-care management. Also, social support mediated the relationship between self-efficacy and self-care management. However, no relationship existed between anxiety and depressive symptoms and self-care management. Screening for anxiety and depressive symptoms should be a significant element of care for adolescents with type 1 diabetes in outpatient clinics. Policymakers and healthcare professionals including pediatric nurses should develop strategies and education programs on self-care management to enhance self-care practices and management for adolescents with type 1 diabetes.

The Degree of Application of Strategic Renewal and its Relationship to Achieving Institutional Leadership in Private Universities in the Capital Amman Governorate from the Perspective of Faculty Members

The Degree of Application of Strategic Renewal and its Relationship to Achieving Institutional Leadership in Private Universities in the Capital Amman Governorate from the Perspective of Faculty Members

Effect of creative art therapy (CATs) on depressive symptoms and quality of life among Jordanian community-dwelling older people: an experimental study.

There are a lack of studies examining the effect of creative art therapy on older people. This study aimed to evaluate the effect of creative art therapy on reducing depressive symptoms and improving the quality of life among Jordanian older people. A one-group time-series design (pretest, posttest, and follow-up) was adopted between June 2021 and April 2022 on 102 community-dwelling older people who suffered from depressive symptoms and low quality of life in Amman Governorate. Significant differences were found among older people in pre-, post-, and follow-up therapy for depressive symptoms and quality of life. Post hoc tests showed a statistically significant reduction in symptoms and an improvement in quality of life from pre to post-intervention, which was sustained at follow-up. Results suggested that using creative art therapies as a therapeutic intervention for older persons was effective in minimizing depressive symptoms and improving quality of life.

Leveraging the Effect of Canva on Developing Students’ Report Writing Skills and their Perception towards the Application in Amman Governorate.

Leveraging the Effect of Canva on Developing Students’ Report Writing Skills and their Perception towards the Application in Amman Governorate.

The Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Students in the First Three Grades in Basic Schools in the City of Amman-Jordan from The Perspective of Their Teachers

Nowadays Artificial Intelligence (AI) affects most of our lives; it is positive in some ways, but there are limitations in others. Teachers' perceptions of AI are still poorly studied, despite ongoing debate and growing research in the field. One of its main effects is on students in the first grades; however, this study aimed to investigate the effect of AI on the first three grades of students in basic schools in the governorate of the capital Amman Jordan, from the perspective of its teachers as a case study. The study was performed using a scientific questionnaire, and 125 participants completed this survey. The findings of an analysis of teachers' beliefs regarding using AI technologies to teach the first three grades in elementary schools in Jordan's capital, Amman Governorate, are presented in detail. As a result of the significance of these axes in educational curricula and strategies, as well as related sustainability, the focus was on five axes in the questionnaire questions: the validity of information derived from artificial intelligence, supporting students' technical knowledge and conceptual knowledge, focusing on development practices for students' skills, and finally achieving educational outcomes. The findings show that in-service teachers need to be trained to use current AI-based tools more effectively. To integrate AI into regular education, teachers must participate in the process of co-designing materials while taking into account contextual circumstances and, most importantly, curricula. Teachers' input during the development can help put AI in perspective, resulting in tangible effects and significant educational advances.

The Reality of leadership Competencies for Kindergarten Principals the Capital in Amman Governorate based on Leadership by love theory

The aim of the study is to identify the reality of leadership competencies of private kindergarten female principals the capital in Amman Governorate, based on leadership by love theory, and its relation to some variables, from principals' point of view. The researcher followed the descriptive methodology to achieve the goal of the study. The sample of study consisted of (288) principals. To collect the study data a questionnaire was prepared consisting of (40) items divided into four domain. The results indicated that the degree of the leadership competencies of private kindergarten female principals in Amman from principals' point of view was high. The results also showed significant differences in the reality of the leadership competences of private kindergarten female Principals attributed to years of experience, in favor of long experience, and due to specialization in favor of other disciplines. Whereas, there were no significant differences due to qualification.

The Relationship Between Quality of Life and Depressive Symptoms Among Jordanian Community-Dwelling Older Adults

ABSTRACT Objective The current study aimed to examine the relationship between depressive symptoms and quality of life among Jordanian community-dwelling older adults. Methods A cross-sectional, descriptive correlational design was used. A convenience sample (N = 602) was selected to recruit the participants in the Amman governorate during the period from August to November 2021. Results Findings demonstrated that the mean (SD) age of older adults was 67.5 (7.0) years and 51.5% of participants were females. Also, 54.1% of the participants experienced moderate to severe depressive symptoms with a total mean (SD) score was 8.57 on a scale of 0 to 15, while the mean (SD) for the quality of life scale was 12.12 (3.85) on a scale of 4 to 20. Significant differences existed in quality of life and depressive symptoms based on marital status (p < .001), educational level (p < .001), working status (p < .01), income (p < .001), and chronic disease (p < .01). Quality of life and its domains were negatively associated with depressive symptoms (B= − 0.596, p < .001). Also, marital status, working, educational level, income, and chronic disease were associated with depressive symptoms. Conclusion Strategies to improve quality of life should be promoted to minimize depressive symptoms among older adults and consider significant demographic factors.

The Effect of COVID-19 on Tawjeihi Students’ Anxiety and Depression in Jordan: A Cross-sectional Study

Background: The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant negative impact on the mental health of students. Students have reported feelings of boredom, relaxation, and complications during remote learning, as well as missing social interactions and experiencing fear, sadness, and anxiety when hearing news about COVID-19. Purpose: The objective of this study is to investigate the level of anxiety and depression among the students who practiced online learning through COVID-19. Methods: A quantitative study was used. The study used a convenience sampling method to collect data. The total number of the sample reached 390 students. The students were selected from the University of Jordan and Applied Science University in Amman. The other part of the sample was collected from the governmental and private schools in Amman governorate. The questionnaire was used as a tool for data collection. Results: The results showed a wide variation of the conditions inside households that left a deep impact on the students in Tawjihi. The previous conditions and the difficulties that the families faced to save the internet with high criteria left high pressure on Tawjihi students. The results showed that the complete lockdown due to COVID-19 caused different levels of depression and anxiety. The results showed that the students were depressed from online learning due to the difficulties that they faced in reaching the online sessions and the difficulty in managing the online platforms. Conclusion: Online learning left different levels of depression and anxiety among the Tawjihi students as a result of the low experience of online learning. Implications for Nursing: By addressing anxiety and depression among students, nursing science can contribute to the development of effective interventions and support systems that enhance students' mental well-being and overall educational experience. Keywords: Online learning, High-school students, Depression, Anxiety.

The degree of using cloud computing applications in the e-learning environment and its obstacles for secondary school students in the capital Amman governorate from the point view of their teachers

The degree of using cloud computing applications in the e-learning environment and its obstacles for secondary school students in the capital Amman governorate from the point view of their teachers

Attitudes of Primary Stage Teachers Towards the Use of Active Learning Methods in Teaching in Sahab Brigade Schools in Amman Governorate

هدفت الدراسة إلى التعرف على اتجاهات معلمات المرحلة الأساسية في مدارس لواء سحاب في محافظة عمّان نحو استخدام أساليب التعلم النشط في التدريس، وصممت من أجل ذلك استبانة من (30) عبارة أعدتها الباحثة لقياس اتجاهات المعلمات، نحو معرفة وإدراك المعلمات لهذه الأساليب، وبالنسبة للأهمية المنعكسة على الطالب، وتم اتباع المنهج الوصفي المسحي في تطبيق الدراسة. وبعد التأكد من صدق وثبات الأداة طبقت على (150) معلمة تم اختيارهم عشوائياً من (3) مدارس حكومية في منطقة لواء سحاب في محافظة عمّان. وللإجابة عن أسئلة الدراسة تم استخراج المتوسطات الحسابية والانحرافات المعيارية لاستجابات المعلمات على المجالات الفرعية والمجال الكلي للاستبانة، وأشارت النتائج أن اتجاه المعلمات الكلي نحو استخدام أساليب التعلم النشط كان إيجابيا، وكان الاتجاه إيجابيا بالنسبة للمجال الفرعي(الأهمية المنعكسة على الطالب) ومحايداً بالنسبة للمجال الفرعي (استخدام الأساليب)، وتم استخراج المتوسطات والانحرافات المعيارية بالنسبة مضمون العبارات ومناقشة النتائج. وفي ضوء ما توصلت له الدراسة من نتائج تم وضع التوصيات المناسبة، بضرورة تضمين التعلم النشط ضمن مناهجها التعليمية وأساليبه وتدريب المعلمين وتأهيلهم وتوفير المصادر والبنية التحتية لذلك.

Detection of flood-hazard-prone zones using GIS modeling and AHP method in urban areas: the case of Amman Governorate

The aim of this study is to attempt a creative mapping of areas at risk of floods in Amman, using the Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP) Method and GIS Modeling. The method (AHP) involves a weighting of a number of factors adopted by comparison. The main factors considered in this study were Elevation, Slope, Rainfall Intensity, Runoff, Land Use/Land Cover, Flow Accumulation, and SPI; these were reclassified and weighted to map the levels of flood hazards in the study area. Each factor/criteria was weighted and assigned a rank or score by using the Pairwise Comparison method to enable researchers to make a decision about the severity of the flood. The results show that about 28.2 % of the study area has a high to very high risk of flooding and that flooding can be very strong in the northwestern regions with high population density, while the risk becomes low in the eastern, southeastern, and western arid and semi-arid regions with low population density.

أنماط السياحة الأثرية وخصائصها في محافظة عمان – الأردن

The study aimed to expose the components of archaeological tourism in Amman governorate and to analyze the characteristics of the tourist movement in archaeological sites in Amman as well as the tourists motivations. In addition, it aimed to determine the challenges and obstacles facing archaeological tourism in Amman. To achieve the study objectives, an electronic questionnaire was designed and distributed to a random sample of Jordanian tourists, who visited archaeological sites in Amman, via social media websites. The descriptive and analytical methods were used to analyze the collected data using SPSS software. The results show a high percentage of married males with university degrees (bachelor), and most of them are with low-income. The most important motive for archaeological tourism in Amman Governorate was spend and enjoy their free times. The study also showed that the most important challenges facing archaeological tourism in Amman Governorate from tourists’ point of view are traffic jam and the high prices in the study area. The study recommends the necessity of developing the archaeological sites in Amman governorate for sustainability purpose and reducing prices in order to encourage domestic tourism. هدفت الدّراسة إلى الكشف عن مقومات السياحة الأثرية في محافظة عمّان، والتعرف على خصائص ممارسة هذا النوع من السياحة في منطقة الدراسة، ومعرفة الدوافع السياحية لدى السياح، إضافة إلى معرفة التحديات والمعيقات التي تواجه السياحة الأثرية في المحافظة. ولتحقيق أهداف الدراسة، تم تصميم استبانة إلكترونية وتوزيعها على عينة عشوائية من السياح الأردنيين الذين يمارسون السياحة الأثرية في عمان باستخدام وسائل التواصل الاجتماعي، وتم استخدام المنهج الوصفي التحليلي لتحليل هذه البيانات باستخدام برنامج (SPSS). بينت نتائج الدراسة ارتفاع نسبة الذكور من فئة المتزوجين، ممن يحملون الشهادة الجامعية الأولى ومعظمهم من ذوي الدخل المحدود. وخلصت إلى أنَّ أهم دوافع السياحة الأثرية في المحافظة هو قضاء وقت الفراغ. كما توصلت الدراسة إلى أنَّ أهم التحديات التي تواجه السياحة الأثرية في محافظة عمّان من وجهة نظر سياح منطقة الدراسة تتمثل في الازدحامات المرورية في خلال محاولتهم الوصول إلى المواقع الأثرية، يليها ارتفاع الأسعار. وتُوصي الدراسة بضرورة تنمية المواقع الأثرية وتطويرها في محافظة عمّان والعمل على تخفيض رسوم الدخول وأسعار الخدمات وتسهيل عملية الوصول إلى المواقع الأثرية والسياحية لتشجيع السياحة الأثرية الداخلية وضمان استمراريتها واستدامتها.

Knowledge and Attitudes of Women toward the Influenza Vaccination during Pregnancy in Amman, Jordan

Objectives: The study aimed to assess the level of knowledge and attitudes of Jordanian women regarding influenza and its vaccine during pregnancy.&#x0D; Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted on 384 Jordanian women who had had a full-term delivery during the last 12 months. Data were collected with an interviewer-administrated questionnaire at five governmental comprehensive healthcare centers in Amman governorate.&#x0D; Results: Most participants had moderate knowledge (78.1%) (average score of 6.08 ± 1.38 out of 10). Women were either positive (51.0%) or neutral (47.9%) towards the influenza vaccination during pregnancy (average score of 52.43 ± 6.29 out of 75). Further, the vaccination rate during the women’s latest pregnancy was 2.1%. A significant positive relationship was found between the knowledge and attitudes of participants (p=0.001).&#x0D; Conclusion: The vaccination rate was low among women during pregnancy. The study’s results suggest that a greater awareness of the flu vaccine would help build positive attitudes towards its uptake during pregnancy. In this sense, antenatal care healthcare providers, such as gynecologists and midwives, should communicate strong health education messages about the flu vaccine as a preventative measure against influenza complications during pregnancy.

Assessment of dietary consumption in a group of pregnant women at their second and third trimesters in Amman

Background: For a child's healthy growth and development, nutrition is indispensable before and during pregnancy. Meeting nutritional needs during pregnancy has always been a significant public health issue. Objective: The study aimed to assess and evaluate energy, macronutrients, and micronutrient consumption from food among pregnant women in Amman Governorate during the second or third trimesters, then compare the consumption to the Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA). In addition, it aimed to assess micronutrient consumption from foods and supplements; finally, it investigated macronutrient consumption among under-weight, normal-weight, overweight, and obese pregnant women. Methods: A cross-sectional study was carried out in 2018 at the Ministry of Health's (MoH) Maternal and Children Health Centers (MCHC) in Amman to assess the dietary intake in a convenient sample of 300 seemingly healthy pregnant women between 17 and 40 years old and at ≥ 13 weeks of gestation. Maternal demographic characteristics, medical history, anthropometric measurements, and dietary data (three-day recall) were collected. Results: The daily mean intake of carbohydrates exceeded the recommended intake in 45.3% of pregnant women. Fiber intake was less than 28g/day in 90% of them. Total fats intake (45.6g/day) was lower than the RDA in 42.3% of pregnant women. Two-thirds of the pregnant women consumed a moderate amount of saturated fats (14.6g/day). The mean daily intake of proteins was 50.5±20.2g—more than two-thirds consumed protein less than the RDA. Subsequently, intakes of all essential amino acids were below RDAs.The intake of fat-soluble vitamins was lower than RDA for vitamins D, E, and K.While, whereas vitamin A was higher than RDA. Copper and salt intakes were more significant than the RDA for minerals (calcium, fluoride, iodine, iron, zinc, and selenium). Conclusion: The results showed inadequate and imbalanced dietary intake compared to RDA. Maternal nutrition and diets of pregnant women in this study show alarming indicators that may negatively affect the well-being of both pregnant women and fetal growth.

The Degree of Use of Google Applications by Faculty Members at the University of Islamic Sciences by Supervising their Students in Light of the Corona Pandemic

Objectives: The study aimed to know the degree to which faculty members at the International Islamic Sciences University in the Capital Amman Governorate used Google applications by supervising their students in light of the Corona pandemic.&#x0D; Methods: The descriptive approach (survey) was used. The study sample was chosen randomly, as the number of university students reached (3945) male and female students, and the study sample consisted of (371) male and female students. The questionnaire was used as a tool to collect the study data.&#x0D; Results: The study found the following results. The degree to which faculty members at the International Islamic Sciences University in the Capital Amman Governorate use Google applications to supervise their students in light of the Coronavirus pandemic was low, There are no statistically significant differences among the sample members in their estimation of the degree to which faculty members at the International Islamic Sciences University in the Capital Amman Governorate use Google applications to supervise their students in light of the Corona pandemic due to the variables of sex and specialization.&#x0D; Conclusion: The use of Google applications in supervising students was low and not affected by gender and specialization. In light of the results, researchers recommend the following: Training faculty members and providing them with the skills to employ these applications in the process of supervising their students, and to activate all applications provided by Google to serve students and not be limited to one application.

Psychological alienation and its relationship to academic achievement among refugee students in public schools

Introduction. Psychological alienation, characterized by feelings of estrangement and isolation, negatively impacts the academic performance of refugee students in public schools. This sense of alienation, originating from their unique experiences and sudden environmental changes, can impede their educational engagement and adaptation. However, a supportive learning environment can alleviate these effects, enhancing the sense of belonging and facilitating academic success. Therefore, recognizing this relationship between alienation and academic achievement is essential for developing effective educational strategies for refugee students. Aim. This study explores the level of psychological alienation among refugee students in public schools and investigates its relationship with academic achievement. Study participants and methods. The study analyzes data from 160 secondary school students in the Amman Governorate schools for the 2022/2023 academic year utilizing a descriptive analytical approach. A specially prepared psychological alienation scale was used to quantify five dimensions of alienation: self-estrangement, social isolation, aimlessness, non-normative behavior, and rebellion. The results. The study shows that psychological alienation is prevalent among refugee pupils attending public schools, with an average score of 3.68 out of 5, indicative of considerable psychological alienation (184.0%). Mean ratings of 3.76 (18.8%), 3.57 (17%), 3.80 (19%), 3.71 (185.0%), and 3.59 (179.0%) were assigned to the aspects of alienation from oneself, social isolation, the aimless, non-normative, and rebellion, respectively. It was found that there were no significant differences between male and female refugee students' average scores on most dimensions (p-values &gt; 0.05), with some exceptions including Alienation from oneself (M: 7.3, F: 7.1, p=0.23) and Social Isolation (M: 6.8, F: 6.5, p=0.12). Female students scored higher than male students on The Aimless dimension (M: 6.2, F: 6.7, p=0.02), suggesting that they are more aimless. These numbers highlight the widespread psychological alienation among refugee students, highlighting the need for individualised therapies that take into account the nuances of experiences across dimensions, such as those of female students in The Aimless. Conclusions. This study shed light on the pervasiveness of psychological alienation among immigrant kids in public schools, finding no significant differences between the sexes. Although more research is needed to determine the full extent of the relationship between alienation and academic success, this study highlights the critical need for targeted interventions like counselling and mentoring programs to help reduce alienation and improve academic outcomes. Educators, policymakers, and mental health professionals can use these results as a springboard to create holistic educational strategies and support systems tailored to refugee students that will help them flourish emotionally and academically.

Attention Action Needs to be Taken in Regard to the Dietary Intake of Pregnant Women in Amman

Background: pregnancy, RDA, nutrients intake, malnutrition, the second half of pregnancy, macronutrients, micronutrients, public health issue, maternal nutrition. Objective: The study aimed to assess and evaluate energy and nutrients consumption among a group of pregnant women in Amman Governorate during the second or third trimesters; in order to compare the consumption with “Recommended Dietary Allowance” (RDA). Methods: A cross-sectional study was carried out in 2018 at the Ministry of Health’s (MoH) Maternal and Children Health Centers (MCHC) in Amman to assess the dietary intake for a convenient sample of 300 seemingly healthy pregnant women aged between 17 and 40 years-old and at ≥ 13 weeks of gestation. Maternal demographic cheracteristics, medical history, anthropometric measurements and dietary data (three days recall) were collected. Results: The daily mean intake of carbohydrates exceeded the recommended intake for 45.3% of pregnant women. Fiber intake was less than 28 g/day for 90% of them. Total fats intake (45.6 g/- day) was lower than the RDA for 42.3% of the pregnant women. Two-thirds of the pregnant women consumed a moderate amount of saturated fats (14.6 g/day). The mean daily intake of proteins was 50.5±20.2g. More than two-thirds consumed protein less than the RDA; subsequently, intakes of all essential amino acids were below RDAs. The intake of fat-soluble vitamins was lower than RDA for vitamins D, E, and K.While, the intake of vitamin A, was higher than RDA. The intake of minerals was lower than RDA for (calcium, fluoride, iodine, iron, zinc, and selenium), while the intakes of sodium and copper were higher. Conclusion: The results showed inadequate and imbalanced dietary intake in comparison with RDA. Maternal nutrition and diets of pregnant women in this study show alarming indicators that may negatively affect the well-being of both pregnant women and fetal growth.

Postpartum depression among first-time Jordanian mothers: levels and associated factors

ABSTRACT Postpartum depression among first-time mothers is a sensitive issue and few studies were conducted related to this topic in developing countries including Jordan. Thus, this study purposed to assess postpartum depression levels and associated factors among Jordanian first-time mothers. A cross-sectional design was adopted, and 193 postpartum first-time mothers living in Amman governorate were recruited. A questionnaire consisting of two parts was used to record data, sociodemographic and maternal health, and Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ-9). Findings showed that 34.1% of the women experienced postpartum depression. The employment, gravida, antenatal health problems, breastfeeding problems, newborn health problems, and availability of assistance during the postpartum period significantly correlated with postpartum depression. Thus, the understanding of postpartum depression and related factors would provide important empirical evidence for healthcare professionals and policy-makers when planning to develop strategies and measures to minimize postpartum depression among first-time mothers.

The Relationship between Social Competence and Emotional Intelligence among Teachers of Resource Rooms for Learning Disabilities in Amman Governorate

&lt;p style="text-align: justify;"&gt;The present study aims at identifying the relationship between social competence and the level of emotional intelligence among teachers of resource rooms for learning disabilities in Amman. The study population consisted of various educational directorates within the capital Amman governorate. They were 212 teachers – 31 males and 181 females. The sample of the study consisted of randomly chosen 60 teachers – 15 males and 45 females. They were tested first with Bar-On Model of Social and Emotional Intelligence, which is a sixty-paragraph self-assessment scale consisting of six aspects: social competence, personal competence, adaptability, stress management, general mood and positive impression. A researcher-designed social competence scale was also employed for teachers of resource rooms with learning disabilities in regular schools, which consisted of six aspects of social skills: expression of emotions, non-verbal communication, conversation, friendship, listening and participation. It has been found that there is a statistically significant positive relationship between the level of emotional intelligence and social competence in the sample of the study. In addition, there is a statistically significant relationship between the level of emotional intelligence and social competence among members of the sample due to the sex variable in favour of females.&lt;/p&gt;

Job Enrichment and Its Relationship to the Administrative Practices of Government School Principals in the Capital Amman Governorate from the Point of View of Secondary School Teachers

The current study aimed to identify job enrichment and its relationship to administrative practices among government school principals in Amman governorate from the point of view of secondary school teachers. In Amman governorate from the point of view of secondary school teachers, distributed into five areas: The second questionnaire to measure the degree of administrative practices of government school principals in Amman governorate from the point of view of secondary school teachers, consisting of (18) items distributed over four areas, They were applied to a sample of (189) secondary school teachers in Amman, and the results of the study showed that the responses of the study sample were moderately in agreement with the two study tools, and there were no statistically significant differences at the significance level (α = 0.05) in job enrichment. And its relationship to the administrative practices of government school principals in Amman governorate from the point of view of secondary school teachers, due to the variables of gender, academic qualification and years of experience. The study reached several recommendations, the most important of which is urging the Education Department in the city of Amman to enhance the skills of school principals, and to benefit from them in holding training courses for new principals in the educational field, and to benefit from the experiences of job enrichment in organizations, taking into account the different environments and systems. Keywords: job enrichment, management practices. DOI: 10.7176/JEP/13-18-05 Publication date: June 30 th 2022