Women's Quality Research Articles

Women Characters in the Works of Tagore and Shakespeare

This comparative study delves into the representation of women characters in the works of Rabindranath Tagore and William Shakespeare, two luminaries from distinct cultural and temporal backgrounds. By examining key female characters such as Charulata from "Nastanirh" and Binodini from "Chokher Bali" alongside Lady Macbeth from "Macbeth" and Portia from "The Merchant of Venice," the paper explores themes of strength, resilience, intelligence, and societal constraints. The analysis reveals that despite their different contexts, both authors portray women with profound depth, challenging traditional norms and highlighting their enduring significance in literary discourse. Through specific line-by-line examples and textual analysis, the paper underscores the universal and timeless nature of these characters, emphasizing their roles in reflecting and critiquing the societal dynamics of their respective eras.

A feminist stylistic analysis of the selected poems from My Heart in Your Hands: Poems from Namibia

This study provides a feminist stylistic analysis of fifteen (15) selected poems from My Heart in Your Hands: Poems from Namibia from a feminist stylistic perspective, thus the study examines language and gender in anthropology. The research aimed to examine how lexis is used to represent women in the selected poems; to analyse how syntax is used to show the roles of women in society and to evaluate how gender issues are communicated at the discourse level. In recent years, many Namibian women have turned to language to recast themselves and give a voice to the voiceless and marginalised through literature. The female poets disclosed the subjugation of women by the patriarchal system. Women characters were represented as second to men, wicked, weak and victims of sexual, verbal and physical abuse at the hands of their loved ones. In the poems, women are represented as emotional, and worthless. As the study was a desk study, it adopted the qualitative approach to analyse the sampled poems that were purposively sampled as they are primarily thematic concerns of gender and that are written by women. Moreover, content analysis was used to analyse and interpret the meaning from the selected poems. Finally, the poets used discourse level to communicate the gender issues faced by women such as oppression, discrimination, and exploitation and they are voiceless as men shut them through abuse when they speak up. Therefore, women are portrayed as domestic workers, caretakers, and child bearers. They are given household duties as their roles throughout the selected poems.

EGALITARIAN NARRATIVES: WOMEN’S REPRESENTATION IN MUNIN BARUA’S FILMOGRAPHY

Commercial films in India wield significant influence as a medium of communication. Other than providing entertainment, these films reflect the views of the society. While representation of women in Indian film is dubbed as scarce and superficial, this paper attempts to understand the cinematic representation of violence against women in the select films of Assamese filmmaker Munin Barua. The study employs Altaf Mazid’s egalitarianism as the theoretical framework to examine the women characters in Munin Barua’s films. The select films were analysed using Braun and Clarke's provided steps, leading to the identification of themes that revolved around women. The findings of the study reveal that women in Barua's films are frequently presented as mere plot devices, conforming to traditional gender roles. The select films of Barua also exhibit an underlying inclination towards portraying women in an egalitarian manner.

Нудота та блювання під час вагітності: огляд сучасних можливостей

Nausea and vomiting of pregnancy (NVP) are the most frequent and characteristic symptoms of pregnancy for the first trimester that potentially may cause substantial negative consequences for the physical and emotional health of a woman. According to various studies, from 50 to 90% of women suffer from NVP. Usually, the symptoms of NVP begin at 5-6 weeks after the last menstrual period and disappear in most cases by the 16th-20th week of pregnancy, but sometimes they persist and may be observed until the third trimester, and in rare cases - even until childbirth. The doctor's main task in providing assistance to a pregnant woman with NVP is the timely application of an adequate treatment strategy, both effective and safe for a mother and a fetus, as well as ensuring the highest achievable life quality for a woman. The aim of this article is to analyze modern management opportunities for pregnant women with NVP, including an assessment of the advantages and disadvantages of different treatment strategies, for a comprehensive understanding of the NVP problem and the main principles and ways for solving it. This review is based on national guidelines (updated Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (RCOG) Green-top clinical guideline 2024, Society of Obstetricians and Gynecologists of Canada (SOGC) Guideline 2016), the results of various studies, and review articles (database of the Cochrane Library, UpToDate, EMBASE, MEDLINE). Conclusion: a combination of pyridoxine and doxylamine can be prescribed for the prevention of NVP since the diagnosis of pregnancy in a high-risk group of women. In case of already existing symptoms of NVP, the objective assessment of complaints, as well as a response to the prescribed therapy, are facilitated by the unified scales. In most cases, lifestyle modification and first-line drug therapy effectively reduce the severity of NVP symptoms and improve a woman's quality of life. In case of insufficient response, other drugs are added to the treatment regimen, including second and third-line drugs, with a consideration of possible drug interactions. Some patients might need admission, and in addition to antiemetic therapy, they might need intravenous rehydration, electrolyte balance restoration, and thromboprophylaxis. The authors declare that there is no conflict of interest.

Premenstrual syndrome and lifestyle: Development and validity of a Premenstrual Syndrome Quality-Of-Life Scale

BackgroundPremenstrual Syndrome significantly affects young women's quality of life, encompassing psychological and clinical symptoms. The aim of this study is to develop a comprehensive and reliable Premenstrual Syndrome Quality of Life Scale and identify factors that affect women's quality of life. MethodsA methodological and descriptive study was conducted to develop a Premenstrual Syndrome Quality of Life Scale in three phases. Initially, a literature review and qualitative interviews were conducted to generate an item pool. In the second phase, the validity and reliability of the scale were tested. Exploratory Factor Analysis, Confirmatory Factor Analysis were used to confirm the validity and Cronbach's Alpha coefficient was calculated for reliability. In the final phase, the psychometric properties of the scale were evaluated. ResultsA 28-item scale was developed in phase one. In Phase two 260 women were participated. Factor analysis confirmed the scale's validity with a KMO measure of 0.837 and significant Bartlett's Sphericity Test (p < 0.000). Confirmatory factor analysis indicated a good fit for the scale. Reliability analysis showed high reliability for the overall scale and subscales. Phase three included 212 participants diagnosed with premenstrual syndrome. There are no significant correlations between age, menarche age, and overall PMS Quality-of-Life scores. However, higher PMS severity and urban living negatively impact quality of life (p < 0.05). ConclusionsThe Premenstrual Syndrome Quality of Life Scale provides a holistic assessment of premenstrual syndrome impact on women's lives, addressing physical, emotional, and social dimensions.

The Architecture of Laila’s World in Attia Hosain’s Sunlight on a Broken Column

Attia Hosain’s Partition novel, Sunlight on a Broken Column (1961), offers possibilities for the physical structure of the home to be analysed through a spatial lens to decode architectural metaphors of the zenana (women’s space). This paper explores how the women characters negotiate with the often dichotomised private and public spheres of the home and outside, to show their rising confluence in a mod­ernising nation. This paper grounds gendered space in the materiality of courtyards, walls, stairwells and rooftops to argue that the homosocial, homospatial bond that exists within the zenana court­yard is reinvented by Laila in the wake of the socio-political changes of the 1930s–50s, which allows for Laila’s imagined ‘world’ to become a reality. By studying the architectural sites of seclusion not as static but charged with agential capacity through their enclosed openness, this paper reads the courtyard as a transgressive space of resistive politics.

Predictive values of cervix length measurement based on transvaginal ultrasonography.

Pregnancy is an important process in women's life, which is widely concerned by women. In recent years, the incidence of premature delivery (PTD) becomes more and more higher due to the development of auxiliary reproduction and ovulation induction technologies and the changes of pregnant women's lifestyle and physical quality. PTD not only affects postpartum recovery and causes great physical pains, but it also has adverse effects on the birth state of neonates and even leads to neonatal death. The predictive values of cervix length (CL) measurement based on transvaginal ultrasonography (TVUS) and pathological examination of placenta for premature delivery (PTD) were investigated and the correlation between PTD and infection was analyzed. 120 pregnant women with PTD or high-risk factors for PTD admitted to The Affiliated Hospital of Southwest Medical University between February 2020 and March 2022 were included as the subjects and underwent pathological examination of placenta and TVUS for CL measurement. The final gestational age was set as the standard for the evaluation on the predictive values of pathological examination of placenta and TVUS. What's more, 36 subjects in PTD group and 84 in normal delivery group (control group) underwent pathological examination of placenta for the analysis of the correlation between PTD and infection. The joint inspection method showed significantly better sensitivity, specificity, PPV, and NPV compared to single CL or pathological examination of the placenta (P< 0.05). Among pregnant women, those with CL ⩽ 30 mm and positive placental pathology had a higher proportion compared to those with CL > 30 mm and negative placental pathology (P< 0.05). Furthermore, the incidence of Ureaplasma Urealyticum (UU), Chlamydia Trachomatis (CT), and Chorioamnionitis (CA) in vaginal discharge of the preterm delivery (PTD) group was significantly higher than that of the control group (P< 0.05). The combination of CL ⩽ 30mm and positive placental pathology could effectively predict PTD and placental infection was notably correlated with the occurrence of PTD.

Assessment of Uterine Fibroids in Pre and Post Menopausal Women by Transabdominal Ultrasound

Background: Uterine fibroids are common benign tumors of the uterus, affecting a significant proportion of women, particularly during their reproductive years. These growths can lead to symptoms such as heavy menstrual bleeding, pelvic pain, and reproductive issues, thus impacting women's quality of life. Objective: The objective of this study was to evaluate the prevalence of uterine fibroids in pre- and post-menopausal women and to assess the sensitivity of transabdominal ultrasound in diagnosing these fibroids. Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted over six months in the Radiology Department of District Headquarter Hospital, Swabi, KP, Pakistan. The study included pre- and post-menopausal women presenting with abnormal vaginal bleeding or diagnosed with symptomatic uterine fibroids, excluding those with known endometrial hyperplasia, adenomyosis, pelvic inflammatory disease, gynecologic malignancies, adnexal pathology, or pregnancy. Transabdominal ultrasound was performed with patients in a supine position and a filled urinary bladder, using both longitudinal and transverse sections. Data were collected on demographic information, clinical presentation, and ultrasound findings, and were analyzed using SPSS version 25. Results: A total of 112 women participated in the study. Among these, 94 (83.9%) reported pelvic pain, while 18 (16.1%) did not. The locations of fibroids identified were anterior (44, 39.3%), fundal (25, 22.3%), and posterior (43, 38.4%). Intramural fibroids were present in 61 (54.5%) patients, submucosal fibroids in 32 (28.5%), and subserosal fibroids in 19 (17.0%). Premenopausal women had a higher prevalence of fibroids (80) compared to postmenopausal women (32). Conclusion: Transabdominal ultrasound is a sensitive and reliable diagnostic tool for detecting uterine fibroids. It should be considered the primary imaging modality for evaluating abnormal uterine bleeding across different age groups, providing accurate and non-invasive diagnosis.

RELOADING THE DRAGON LADY: READING THE CHARACTER OF CHUN LI IN STREET FIGHTER: THE LEGEND OF CHUN LI

Street Fighter: The Legend of Chun Li movie revolves around the journey of Chun Li, a Chinese female fighter of the Street Fighter series, and her eventual fight against Bison. This study focuses on the portrayal of Chun Li as a representative of Asian women in an American movie, and compares it to her original portrayal in the game. There are two big groups of representation of Asian women in the Western media: the submissive ‘lotus blossom baby’ and the aggressive ‘dragon lady.’ As a form of content analysis, this study analyzes both textual and visual elements of the Street Fighter: The Legend of Chun Li movie and Street Fighter game series which represent the portrayal of an Asian woman character named Chun Li. Result shows that Chun Li character in the movie leans more towards the ‘dragon lady’ group with her strong and seductive characteristics, while her game self exhibits a broader range of qualities.

Associations Between Body Weight Dissatisfaction and Diet Quality in Women With a Body Mass Index in the Healthy Weight Category: Results From the 2014–2015 Swiss National Nutrition Survey

BackgroundFew studies have examined whether diet quality is lower in women with body weight dissatisfaction compared with women without body weight dissatisfaction. Objectives(1) Examine the association between body weight dissatisfaction and diet quality among women (18–65 years old) in the healthy weight body mass index (BMI) category, and (2) explore dietary and behavioral patterns among women with body weight dissatisfaction. DesignData were extracted from the cross-sectional 2014–2015 Swiss National Nutrition Survey. Participants/settingPopulation-based sample of 507 women with BMI ≥ 18.5 and < 25. Outcome measuresDietary intakes assessed by registered dietitians using 2 nonconsecutive computer-assisted multi-pass 24-hour dietary recalls. Diet quality was measured with a slightly modified version of the Healthy Eating Index (HEI)-2020. Statistical analyses performedMultiple linear regressions were performed to test the association between body weight dissatisfaction and total HEI-2020 score. Hierarchical cluster analysis was used to identify subgroups of women with body weight dissatisfaction. ResultsBody weight dissatisfaction was not found to be associated with diet quality (β = –1.73 [–4.18; 0.71], P = .16). However, women who were dissatisfied with their body weight had lower scores for the HEI-2020 total fruits (P = .050) and whole grains (P = .014) components than women who were satisfied with their body weight. Four profiles with different dietary patterns were identified among women with body weight dissatisfaction: “Unhealthy diet with dairy,” “Protein and fat,” “Vegetables without protein,” and “Healthier diet without dairy.” ConclusionsAmong women with a BMI in the healthy weight category, overall diet quality was not observed to differ between those with or without body weight dissatisfaction. More research is needed to explore the different profiles of dietary intake in women with body weight dissatisfaction.

A cost-effectiveness analysis of the use of oral ibrexafungerp versus fluconazole for acute vulvovaginal candidiasis in the UK NHS primary care service.

Vulvovaginal Candidiasis (VVC) is a fungal infection causing inflammation of the vagina and/or the vulva. Symptoms include itching, irritation, and discharge. VVC presents commonly across primary care and, despite its mild symptoms, carries psychological burden and has a significant impact on women's quality of life. UK guidelines support treatment via oral or topical azole antifungal agents. Recent evidence attests to the superiority of novel non-azole antifungals. Thus, rigorous financial assessment of both antifungals is necessary for optimal VVC treatment allocation in UK primary care. To evaluate the cost-effectiveness of ibrexafungerp against the gold standard fluconazole as first-line treatment of VVC within the NHS. A systematic review on the efficacy of ibrexafungerp and fluconazole in acute VVC was conducted. Cost-effectiveness analysis was initiated using health outcome data from the DOVE trial, a Phase 2 RCT. Costs in pound sterling were ascertained in monetary units, and effectiveness determined as reduced need for follow-up medication. An incremental cost-effectiveness ratio of £2185.74 was determined. This suggests oral ibrexafungerp being largely more costly yet slightly more effective than fluconazole, and thus has unfavourable net benefit. Two sensitivity analyses were conducted considering follow-up medication combination and market price, which provided confidence in the calculated cost-effectiveness ratio. This analysis highlights fluconazole's cost-effectiveness in current UK guidelines and favourability.

Validation of the Arabic Linguistic Version of the Prolapse and Incontinence Knowledge Questionnaire

Introduction and HypothesisPelvic floor disorders (PFDs), significantly impacting women's quality of life, are often underdiscussed owing to misconceptions and limited understanding of treatment options. This study is aimed at validating an Arabic version of the Prolapse and Incontinence Knowledge Questionnaire (PIKQ) to assess knowledge of pelvic organ prolapse (POP) and urinary incontinence (UI) among Arabic-speaking women, addressing knowledge gaps in these areas.MethodsThe study obtained ethical approval and followed a two-stage process, including a pilot study for preliminary validation and a larger study involving 300 participants. The PIKQ, a self-administered tool with two scales focusing on UI and POP, was translated into Arabic with cultural and linguistic adaptations. The study evaluated the reliability and validity of the Arabic PIKQ, employing Cronbach’s alpha, intraclass correlation coefficient (ICC), and Spearman’s rho for reliability assessments, as well as factor analysis for construct validity.ResultsThe Arabic PIKQ demonstrated high internal consistency (Cronbach’s alpha > 0.8) and test–retest reliability (ICC > 0.79) for both the UI and the POP scales. The questionnaire also showed significant construct validity. Among the 300 participants, knowledge gaps were evident, influenced by educational and professional backgrounds. Notably, 22% reported UI and 14.7% reported pelvic organ prolapse, with less than half seeking treatment.ConclusionsThe Arabic PIKQ has been validated as a reliable tool for improving knowledge and addressing misconceptions regarding PFDs among Arabic-speaking women. The study underscores the importance of culturally sensitive educational tools in enhancing awareness and facilitating access to medical care for pelvic floor disorders.

Yoga Meningkatkan Kualitas Hidup Wanita Menopause: Scoping Review Berbasis MENQOL

Background: Menopause have a significant impact on a woman's quality of life. Yoga has been proposed as a non-pharmacological intervention to improve the quality of life of postmenopausal women. This scoping review aims to identify and analyze existing literature regarding the effectiveness of yoga interventions on the quality of life of menopausal women as measured by the Menopause-Specific Quality of Life Questionnaire (MENQoL). Methods: A literature search was conducted on electronic databases including PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Science for studies published up to 2024. Inclusion criteria included yoga intervention studies in menopausal women with measurements using MENQoL. Data were extracted regarding study characteristics, type of yoga intervention, duration, frequency, and MENQoL outcomes. Results: Of a total of 245 articles identified, 18 studies met the inclusion criteria. The majority of studies reported significant improvements in total MENQoL scores and subdomains after yoga intervention. The most commonly used type of yoga is Hatha yoga which is adapted for menopause. The duration of the intervention varied from 4 to 16 weeks, with a frequency of 2–3 sessions per week. Conclusion: This scoping review shows that yoga can improve the quality of life of menopausal women as measured by MENQoL. Further research with more rigorous designs is needed to determine the optimal yoga protocol and its long-term effects.

Using the "Pence Rule" as a Sexual Harassment Prevention Tool: The Unintended Consequences on Gender Equality

With the resurgence of the #MeToo movement, the Pence Rule has been used by men to prevent sexual harassment liability. Regardless of the intention of using this rule, it could damage the climate of inclusion and women's career equality. We integrate gender equality and inclusion research and social dominance theory to understand people's perceptions and potential consequences of using the Pence Rule. We use a grounded theory approach to identify the perceptual similarities and differences across the timeline of #MeToo. We theorize potential antecedents and outcomes of using the Pence Rule by examining comments from three major U.S. news articles related to the issue. We identify seven categories, including the legal aspects, men and women's character, view of gender equality, political leadership, the cultural aspects (religion and history), behavioral outcomes, and effects on gender equality. The first five are theorized as potential antecedents, and the last two are identified as potential outcomes. All three articles' comments show similarities regarding support for using the Pence Rule from the legal aspects and related to behavioral outcomes, contrasted by criticism of the Pence Rule as it relates to and impacts gender equality.

Gender Existence in Japanese Bushu Kanji

The term gender refers to differences in the character of men and women based on socio-cultural construction, which is related to their nature, status, position, and role in society. Gender is a human perspective or perception of women or men that is not based on natural biological sex differences. This research aims to describe the existence of gender in the female bushu kanji by looking for the interpretation of the kanji, and then explaining it descriptively. The research approach used in this research is a qualitative approach with the type of research being descriptive research with a population of all kanji that have the kanji for women, with a sample of kanji that have the bushu kanji for women. The results of the research show that the kanji have the bushu kanji for women to interpret the nature of women in society. The gender existence seen in the female bushu kanji is divided into: women have attributes; women have social status in both the imperial environment, ordinary society, and the family; women as drivers; and, women and their vices.

A rapid review of menopausal education programmes.

Menopause is a significant life event that can impact a woman's quality of life and mental health due to hormonal changes. Menopause education programmes play a crucial role in increasing awareness and knowledge about menopause in women. This rapid review aimed to identify the structure and components of menopause education programmes and summarise the evidence of their effectiveness in improving menopausal knowledge, symptoms, and quality of life. The Cochrane rapid review methodology was employed, involving systematic searches in four databases. The eligibility criteria included primary research on menopause education programmes for adults, and studies reporting menopause-related outcomes. A total of 39 studies were included in the review, with most (n = 26/39, 66.7%) published in the last decade. The majority of interventions were delivered in group settings, providing advantages such as a supportive environment and shared experiences among participants. The most frequently covered topics included signs and symptoms of menopause, treatment/management, and lifestyle factors. The review identified evidence of effectiveness in supporting menopause education programmes for improving women's knowledge, symptoms, and quality of life. However, inconsistent reporting of intervention components hindered replication and implementation. The review suggests the need for comprehensive reporting of interventions, and inclusion of premenopausal women, and recommends that future menopause education interventions are inclusive for all ages and abilities. Overall, studies included in this review support the use of menopause education programmes for improving women's understanding and management of menopause.

Sita: A symbol of Strength, Resilience, and Empowerment in The Forest of Enchantments

The epic, Ramayana is an enduring literary classic and serves as a guide for social practices, which have a great deal of influence even today. Ramayana is about satisfaction, sacrifice, honesty, and destruction of greed and indiscipline. The epic pictures the birth of goddess, Lakshmi as an avatar to rescue the earth and to destroy the evil kings, who plunder the resources and destroy life through bloody wars and evil conduct. Sita is one of the significant characters in the epic, Ramayana who is considered to be one of the Panchkanyas and respected as the epitome of all womanly virtues for Hindu women. Ramayana depicts women as warriors in domestic life and the novel, The Forest of Enchantments, depicts the incredible journey of women in a patriarchal society and pictures the struggle of modern women to achieve their identity in both their families and society. Chitra Banerjee in The Forest of Enchantments explores the characters of women and brings out their qualities like their moral strength and urges them to attain their destiny. The novel brings out the importance of women’s role in both their family and society.

Exploring menopausal dynamics: a cross-sectional analysis of age, symptomatology, and sociodemographic influences in a developing population of women aged 40-60

Objectives: Menopause, a biological milestone, marks a pivotal phase in women's lives characterized by ovarian function cessation and age-related changes. Our objective was to investigate menopausal symptoms and knowledge among women aged 40-60 years. Methods: This cross-sectional epidemiological study was conducted between June 1 and September 30, 2005, in the Nilufer Public Health Education and Research Area (NPHERA) region, aimed to assess menopausal symptoms and their correlates among 1013 women aged 40-60. The individuals included in the study were selected through a systematic sampling method, stratified by neighborhood weights and age groups based on the NPHERA 2004 Work Report and regional data, as well as information from the Health Centers Information System (HCIS), where the Electronic Health Records (EHR) are registered. Results: The mean age of natural menopause was found to be 46.7±4.8 years, showcasing sociodemographic factors' influence. Postmenopausal women experienced higher rates of symptoms, with physical and mental exhaustion (82.8%), irritability (78.4%), and depressive mood (76.4%) prevailing. Logistic regression revealed that employment status significantly influenced menopausal status. Moreover, the age at menopause correlated positively with the age of the woman's mother. Conclusion: This study contributes insights into menopausal experiences in developing countries, emphasizing the need for tailored healthcare approaches. Longitudinal investigations are warranted to comprehensively understand these associations and enhance women's quality of life during menopause.

THE IMPACT OF COSMETOLOGICAL PROCEDURES ON STRIAE AFFECTED WOMEN SKIN

The article analyses the effect of cosmetic procedures on women's skin affected by striae, the impact of stretch marks on women's quality of life and presents the research data describing respondents' knowledge about stretch marks, their correction possibilities, and their impact on quality of life. The research data is compared with the findings of studies conducted by foreign authors.

Sex based differences in depression, anxiety, and quality of life and predictors of quality of life among South Asian individuals with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease: A Bayesian analysis

BackgroundCOPD can affect both men and women leading to deteriorating impact on general well-being, personal, and family life and decreased quality of life. Anxiety, depression, and self-care behaviours can affect the quality of life of individuals with COPD. There is a dearth of sex-based comparative analyses of anxiety, depression, quality of life, and predictors of quality of life among South Asian individuals with COPD. PurposeTo identify the sex-based differences in depression, anxiety, and quality of life and the predictors of quality of life among South Asian individuals with COPD. MethodsA cross-sectional survey of 294 men and 114 women with COPD was conducted in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan. Hospital Anxiety and Depression scale, World Health Organization Quality of Life-brief version, Self-Care of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Inventory, the Self-Care Self-Efficacy in COPD Scale were used for data collection. Bayesian independent sample t-test was used to compare mean differences in depression, anxiety, and quality of life among men and women. Two regression models were examined to determine if age, years of living with COPD, anxiety, depression, self-care self-efficacy, self-care monitoring, management, and maintenance were predictors of quality of life among men and women. FindingsBayesian analysis showed anecdotal evidence that women had higher levels of depression, but lower levels of anxiety compared to men. Anecdotal evidence indicated that the physical quality of life of men was better than women, but strong evidence that their social relationship and environmental quality of life was better than women. Years of living with COPD, anxiety, depression, self-care self-efficacy, self-care management, self-care monitoring, and self-care maintenance were stronger predictors of women's quality of life. Anxiety and depression only predicted men's psychological quality of life, but predicted women's psychological, social relationships, and environmental quality of life. ConclusionsThe findings contribute to literature highlighting sex-based differences in anxiety, depression, and quality of life among South Asian men and women with COPD. Men generally reported higher levels of quality of life than women across all domains. Women's social relationships and environmental quality of life were greatly impacted by anxiety and depression. Quality of life interventions for women should be targeted at improving their social relationships and environmental satisfaction and addressing anxiety and depression.