Female College Students Research Articles

Study on the influencing factors of primary dysmenorrhea in female college students: Systematic review and meta-analysis.

The influencing factors of primary dysmenorrhea in female college students were analyzed through meta-analysis to provide the corresponding basis for its prevention and treatment. The databases, including China National Knowledge Infrastructure, Wanfang Data Knowledge Service Platform, VIP database, China Biology Medicine Disc, Pubmed, Embase, Cochrane library, and Web of science were searched for the literature on the influencing factors of primary dysmenorrhea in female college students was retrieved from the science database from the establishment of the database to July 17, 2023. The Newcastle-Ottawa Quality Scale was used to score the quality of cohort and case-control studies included in the study. The cross-sectional studies were scored by the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality. Two researchers independently screened the literature, and if there was no consensus, the third party would make a judgment on whether to include the literature. The extracted content included the first author, publication year, country, study type, sample size, and influencing factors. Stata17.0 software was used for meta-analysis. A total of 23 studies were included, with a total sample size of 18,080 cases. Current evidence shows that the prevalence of primary dysmenorrhea in female college students is 70.3% (95%CI: 62.7-77.9%), and the combined odd ratio values (95%CI) of the main influencing factors are: family history of dysmenorrhea 2.116 (1.613-2.776), early age at menarche 2.200 (1.392-3.477), irregular menstrual cycle 1.662 (1.166-2.367), drinking cold drinks 1.717 (1.220-2.417), high caffeine intake 2.082 (1.379-3.144), stress 1.895 (1.515-2.282), medical specialty 1.827 (1.365-2.445), and adequate sleep 0.328 (0.232-0.463). The prevalence of primary dysmenorrhea is high in female college students, and adequate sleep is a protective factor for primary dysmenorrhea. Family history of dysmenorrhea, early age at menarche, irregular menstrual cycle, drinking cold drinks, high caffeine intake, stress, and medical specialty were all risk factors.

Power-Assisted Scissors Reduce Adductor Pollicis Muscle Fatigue: A Comparative Study in Female College Students

Hand fatigue commonly occurs in repetitive tasks, such as cutting with scissors, leading to discomfort, reduced productivity, and musculoskeletal disorders. Recent advances in assistive technology have introduced power-assisted scissors to reduce the muscular load. Pinching and grasping mainly involve the adductor pollicis muscles of the hand. Measuring the electromyographic (EMG) activity of these muscles provides valuable insights into the muscular effort required for such tasks. Studies have indicated that power-assisted devices can effectively reduce muscle strain and fatigue. However, research on the effect of power-assisted scissors on adductor pollicis muscle activity is limited. This study examines the differences in adductor pollicis muscle activity using power-assisted scissors versus traditional scissors. The experiment consisted of 20 participants performing a scissor manipulation task with and without power assistance. Frequency analysis of the adductor pollicis muscle EMG data indicated that scissors with power assistance significantly reduced muscle fatigue (95% confidence interval, 10.705 [4.523–19.751], p < 0.01, η2 = 0.01). Understanding the efficacy of power-assisted scissors has significant implications for occupational health—particularly in professions that involve extensive manual cutting, such as tailoring and hairdressing. This study can contribute to the design of ergonomic tools that enhance comfort and reduce musculoskeletal disorder risks.

Amplifying Sound Intensity of Key Words in Discourse Promotes Memory in Female College Students.

The aim of this study was to determine whether amplification of key words in discourse helped to memorize the words. We tested the effect of 135 participants' memory for key words in the discourse after intensity amplification (0, 5, 7, 9, and 11 dB), and we also tested physiological indicators to measure attention levels in another 30 participants. Adobe Audition was used to modulate the intensity of key words, whereas E-prime technology was used to present speech stimuli and test the accuracy of the memory of the participants. The results showed that amplifying key word intensity by 9 dB led to a significant enhancement in memory, whereas there was no difference in self-reported naturalness between amplification of key word intensity in the 9 dB and nonamplified groups. Heart rate and skin conductance level of the subjects decreased with amplification of key word intensity in the 9-dB group, which indicated that this promoted the memory effect by enhancing attention. Our results demonstrate that amplifying the intensity of the key words by 9 dB is an effective strategy for promoting memory. This research provides a theoretical basis for optimizing the acoustic parameters of audio learning materials to achieve better teaching effects. https://doi.org/10.23641/asha.27902643.

Effects of sex differences on energy providing capacities during short duration high-intensity exercise: focusing on changes in exercise duration.

This study aimed to examine the effects of sex differences on each energy supply (phosphagen, glycolytic, and oxidative systems) when athletes performing short-duration high-intensity exercises for different durations. Eight male and seven female college students specializing in tracks and fields participated in this experiment. They performed full-strength pedaling for the experimental exercise. The participants were asked to pedal at a load of 6.5% of their body weight (kp) for three conditions: 10, 30, and 50 s. The phosphagen system was calculated by considering the fast component of the excess post-exercise oxygen consumption after all tests. The glycolytic system was expressed as the delta value of the difference between the peak and baseline blood lactate concentrations measured during the test. The oxidative system was estimated by subtracting the baseline oxygen uptake from the area of sprint oxygen uptake. At 10 s, a significant correlation was found between the relative mean power and the phosphagen and glycolytic systems in males. At 30 s, a significant correlation was found between relative mean power and phosphagen and oxidative systems in males, and between glycolytic and oxidative systems in females. At 50 s, a significant correlation was found between relative mean power and oxidative systems in males. The results of this study indicate that the energy delivery systems supporting high performance in short-duration high-intensity exercise differ between males and females, a finding that is valuable for developing training plans.

Micronutrient intake and sedentary lifestyle based on metabolic type in female college students with normal weight

Micronutrient intake and sedentary lifestyle based on metabolic type in female college students with normal weight

Yoga for Psychophysiological Wellbeing during Menstrual Phases in Eumenorrheic Females.

Hormonal shifts during the menstrual cycle (MC) cause autonomic imbalances and psycho-physiological distress in eumenorrheic females. This present study reveals that yoga proactively improves the overall psychophysiological health and wellness in eumenorrheic female college students during different phases of MC. Healthy eumenorrheic female college students (Mage= 20.11 ± 5.39 years, n = 82) were randomized to a control and yoga group (n = 41). A well-conceptualized yoga module (CYM) for 5 days/week for 3 months (1h daily in the morning) was practiced by the yoga group volunteers. Intra and intergroup comparisons were performed for the estimation of mindfulness awareness scale (MAAS), menstrual distress questionnaire (MDQ), cardiometabolic risk factors, heart rate variability (HRV), and endurance fitness during the luteal (LP) and follicular (FP) phases. Psychophysiological discomforts before CYM practice were mostly observed during LP compared to FP due to significant changes in mindfulness, pain, concentration, autonomic reactivity, negative affect, double product (DoP), rate pressure product (RPP), and HRV values. CYM practice influenced HRV parameters for an increase in parasympathetic activity and a decrease in sympathetic balance for better cardiac-autonomic functioning, with significant improvement in maximal oxygen consumption (VO2max) and physical work capacity (PWC170). Accordingly, MAAS and MDQ scores also improved significantly after yogic practice. The intra-group and inter-group significant improvements in psychophysiological parameters through CYM practice are relevant in eumenorrheic females to perform effectively throughout their MC period, by improving MC distress and sympathovagal (LF/HF) balance.

Investigation of Higher Education Students' Interest in Sports and Usage Levels of University Sports Facilities

Introduction The size, number, capacity, characteristics and quality of the areas where sports activities can be carried out in universities are among the leading indicators of student investment. Objective: To determine the interest and attitudes of university students in the Western Black Sea region towards sports, their level of utilisation of university sports facilities, and whether university sports facilities significantly predict students' interest and attitudes towards sports. Methodology: The classification and regression tree method (CART), one of the data mining methods, was used through a relational screening model. Data were collected from 1462 associate and undergraduate students (789 males and 673 females) studying in different departments of 7 universities in the Western Black Sea Region in 2022-2023 with two scales of Ceyhun (2015, 2017). Results: It was determined that the areas where university students do sports, their level of interest in sports, their age, class level, duration of doing sports and their active participation in sports affect their level of utilisation of sports facilities. Discussions: It was observed that the level of interest in sports of female university students was higher than that of males, and the level of interest in sports of students who do sports was negatively correlated with the duration of doing sports. Conclusion: The efficient use of sports facilities, one of the main factors of sports participation in universities, is directly proportional to the university's facilities and individual factors.

The Prevalence of Energy Drink Consumption Among Jazan University Female College Students and Its Impact on Health

The Prevalence of Energy Drink Consumption Among Jazan University Female College Students and Its Impact on Health

Self-screening practice of breast cancer and associated factors among female students in Ethiopian universities using the theory of planned behavior: a cross sectional study

BackgroundBreast cancer is the most common cancer among females. Assessing self-screening practices for breast cancer patients is vital for developing targeted interventions. The current study aimed to assess self-screening practices for breast cancer and associated factors via the theory of planned behavior constructs among female students in Ethiopian universities.MethodsA cross-sectional study design was conducted using the theory of planned behavior constructs. The data were collected from January 30, 2022, to February 30, 2022, in Ethiopia. A structured, self-administered questionnaire was used. The validity and reliability tests were checked to use the questionnaire in the main study through a pilot test. The data were collected through online Google Forms by distributing them to university students via Telegram groups, Imo, emails, and Facebook. The collected data were exported to SPSS version 26 for analysis. Bivariate analysis was used to identify the candidate variables for multiple logistic regression (P value < 0.02). Those variables with a P value less than 0.05 were considered significant predictors of breast cancer screening practices.ResultsA total of 418 female students participated in the study. The respondents were aged between 18 and 37 years. In the current study, 318 (76.1%; 95% CI: 72.0, 80.4) university students had good screening practices for breast cancer. Nonhealth-related departments (AOR = 1.95; 95% CI: 1.11, 3.44), having training in breast cancer self-examination (AOR = 1.87; 95% CI: 1.04, 3.35), having a good attitude (AOR = 1.96; 95% CI: 1.11, 3.47), having good behavioral control (AOR = 4.1; 95% CI: 2.18, 7.71), and having good behavioral intentions (AOR = 1.88; 95% CI: 1.09, 3.24) were associated with self-screening practices for breast cancer patients.ConclusionDesigning a theory of planned behavior-based educational interventions improve self-screening practices for breast cancer among university female students. These insights could guide the development of future breast cancer awareness and prevention programs in university settings, with the goal of increasing early detection rates and lowering the risk of breast cancer. The study also serves as foundational information for designing future research using more advanced study design methods.

Exploring the impact of physical exercise on mental health among female college students: the chain mediating role of coping styles and psychological resilience.

Female college students are a high-risk group for psychological conflicts, and they are more likely to adopt negative coping styles under stress, which can lead to anxiety, depression, and other psychological problems, as well as pose hidden threats to the healthy development of school education and social work. Although physical exercise is an important means of effectively alleviating the psychological health of female college students, and there may be a close relationship between coping styles and psychological resilience with physical exercise and psychological health, specific ways to promote the psychological health of female college students by influencing their coping styles and enhancing their psychological resilience have yet to be explored. The present study employed a cross-sectional design to investigate a sample of Chinese undergraduate female college students. A total of 659 participants were recruited during the second half of the 2023-2024 academic year, and they all completed assessments including the Physical Activity Rating Scale, College Mental Health Scale, Brief Coping Styles Questionnaire, and Psychological Resilience Scale. Subsequently, descriptive statistics were utilized to analyze the obtained reliable data. The study revealed two significant correlations among female college students, namely the associations between physical exercise, coping styles, psychological flexibility, and mental health. Specifically, physical exercise exhibited a positive relationship with positive coping styles and psychological resilience while displaying a negative association with negative coping styles and mental health. Moreover, psychological resilience demonstrated a positive correlation with positive coping styles but displayed negative relationships with both negative coping styles and mental health. Additionally, there was a negative relationship observed between positive coping styles and mental health. Furthermore, it was found that physical exercise significantly impacted the mental health of female college students in a detrimental manner; meanwhile, coping styles and psychological resilience played crucial mediating roles in linking physical exercise to mental health outcomes. Ultimately, our mediation model sheds the underlying mechanisms through which physical exercise predicts mental health levels among female college students; these findings underscore the importance of promoting physical exercise as an effective means to enhance overall well-being.

Psychometric Properties of the Smartphone Addiction Scale (SAS) Among Students at Jeddah University, KSA

Objectives: The current study examines the psychometric properties (validity and reliability) of the Smartphone Addiction Scale (SAS) to verify its adequacy for the Saudi environment. The study identifies gender differences in smartphone addiction at Jeddah University and highlights a variety of smartphone-based activities. Methods: The sample consists of (272) male and female students at Jeddah University, and it is divided into )152( female students and )120( male students, respectively representing 55.9% and 44.1%. Their ages range from 19 to 23 years old with an average age of 21.66 and a standard deviation of 1.732. The tools include a basic data collection form and the Smartphone Addiction Scale (SAS) by Kwon et al., 2013a. Results: The study shows that the Smartphone Addiction Scale (SAS) has good psychometric properties, reflecting its validity and reliability in the Saudi environment. Moreover, the study reveals that there are significant differences between male and female university students in smartphone addiction at 0.001, favoring male students. That is, male students suffer more from smartphone addiction than female students. In addition, the study shows that there are diverse smartphone-based activities among students. Conclusion: Based on the results, the study recommends offering counseling programs, lectures, and seminars to raise awareness of the negative effects of using smartphones and to help university students (especially males) to get rid of this behavioral addiction.

Exploring the Association Between Sexual Agency and Intimate Relationship Violence Experienced and Perpetrated by Brazilian and Portuguese Women

Abstract Introduction Women’s vulnerability to violence in intimate relationships has been negatively associated with the development of sexual agency and is not considered just an individual responsibility in the face of a series of social and economic inequalities to which women are exposed. This study aims to verify the association between sexual agency and violence experienced and perpetrated in intimate relationships, as well as the predictive role of sexual agency on violence, and compare populations with economic, social, and educational differences. Methods A cross-sectional online survey was carried out in 2023 with 322 female university students—161 Brazilian and 161 Portuguese, aged between 18 and 29—using measures to verify sexual agency and different types of violence experienced and perpetrated by women in intimate relationships. The data were analyzed using the Mann–Whitney U-test, Spearman’s correlation coefficient, and multivariate linear regression analysis. Results Data showed Brazilian women having higher scores in all the variables of experienced and perpetrated violence. Sexual practices and refusal were negatively associated with violence experienced by Brazilian women. Refusal and pregnancy/STI prevention were negatively associated with violence experienced by Portuguese women. Conclusions The differences between groups can be attributed to the intersecting systems of oppression—such as gender, race, and social class—that amplify vulnerabilities and limit investments in protective policies for women, as well as in educational initiatives focused on violence prevention. Policy Implications Results suggest the development of violence prevention programs, comprehensive sexual education programs, and policies that focus on promoting women’s sexual agency.

Exploring the interplay between body mass index and passive muscle properties in relation to grip strength and jump performance in female university students.

Women typically have a higher body fat content than men. Fat accumulation is associated with muscle weakness and alterations in mechanical properties. This study aims to determine the relationship between BMI and weight status with the mechanical properties of muscle and tendon. It was hypothesized that the stiffness and tone of the forearm muscle and Achilles tendon would be correlated with weight status and BMI. A cross-sectional study was conducted with 136 female university students. Grip strength was assessed using a dynamometer, body composition was analyzed through bioimpedance, and countermovement jump performance was evaluated with a force platform. Stiffness and tone were measured using the MyotonPro device. ANOVA was used to compare grip strength and countermovement jump performance according to body composition. The Pearson correlation coefficient was used to examine bivariate associations. Relative grip strength decreased with an increase in fat content, while forearm muscle stiffness and tone decreased with rising weight status and BMI. Stiffness of the Achilles tendon increased with an increase in fat content and showed a significant positive correlation with BMI. Multiple regression analysis revealed a weak correlation between BMI, body composition, and stiffness of the forearm muscles. The results of this study support the notion that the stiffness of the forearm muscles and Achilles tendon is correlated with BMI in young adult women. Furthermore, an increase in body fat percentage is linked to a decrease in mechanical properties and poorer muscle function.

Lost in translation: error analysis of texts translated from Arabic into English by Saudi translators

Biographic translation is crucial in today’s globalized world to preserve histories or shed light on the lives of people who influenced their nations or the world. The literature on biographic translation and the factors hindering such translation in an English as a foreign language (EFL) setting, especially in the Saudi context, is relatively limited. In the present study, the author analyzed the errors made by Saudi EFL learners when they translated a biography from Arabic into English. The data were drawn from a short text translated by female final-year university students as part of their course evaluations. The author conducted a qualitative analysis and classified errors according to Pospescu’s taxonomy. The results showed that the students committed all the three error types: linguistic, comprehensive, and translation. Within these three types, the students made diverse errors, ranging from misusing tenses to misspelling words. Consequently, their overall translations were unsatisfactory. This finding is helpful for both learners and educators, as the identified translation errors can be used as teaching aids in translation classes. The findings put emphasis on the importance of practice and prompt feedback as essential aids educators can use to support their students during their translation learning.

Relationship between Chinese college students' attitude to physical exercise and psychological capital: the mediating effects of self-control and gender.

This study aimed to explore the impact of attitudes toward physical exercise on college students' psychological capital and its mechanism of action, providing new pathways and scientific evidence for enhancing psychological capital among college students. A total of 519 college students (mean age: 19.95 ± 1.34) were surveyed using a questionnaire. (1) Attitudes toward physical exercise have a significant direct predictive effect on college students' psychological capital; (2) Attitudes toward physical exercise can indirectly predict psychological capital through the mediating role of self-control; (3) The influence of attitudes toward physical exercise on self-control is moderated by gender, with a greater impact on female college students than on male students. (1) This study investigated the mechanism by which attitudes toward physical exercise influence psychological capital through self-control and gender differences; (2) The study revealed the positive role of psychological capital, with a significant predictive effect of attitudes toward physical exercise on college students' psychological capital (B = 0.46, p < 0.001), and identified the reasons for gender differences, with attitudes toward physical exercise having a stronger promoting effect on self-control in female college students (B = 0.26, t = 3.80, p < 0.001). It provides guiding suggestions for enhancing psychological capital by fostering attitudes toward physical exercise among college students.

Analysis of willingness to use health management APP for female college students: application of UTAUT model based on Fogg theory.

As the development process of medical industry informatization has entered the stage of smart healthcare, health management applications (apps) have played an important role in improving people's health and preventing diseases, especially among female college students. This study combines the UTAUT model and the Fogg behavioral model (FBM) as a theoretical framework to investigate the factors affecting female college students' willingness to use health management apps. A survey was conducted with 624 female college students regarding their usage of AI health management mobile applications. The analysis reveals that social influence (β = 0.497, p < 0.001), performance expectancy (β = 0.268, p < 0.001), effort expectancy (β = 0.359, p < 0.001), and facilitating conditions (β = 0.603, p < 0.001) positively predict attitude; social influence (β = 0.36, p < 0.001) and effort expectancy (β = 0.183, p < 0.001) positively predict perceived risk, while facilitating conditions negatively predict perceived risk (β = -0.108, p < 0.01). Additionally, performance expectancy (β = 0.231, p < 0.001), effort expectancy (β = 0.285, p < 0.001), facilitating conditions (β = 0.25, p < 0.01), and attitude (β = 0.291, p < 0.05) positively predict an individual's intention to use such applications, which in turn affects actual behavior (β = 0.804, p < 0.001). This study develops a comprehensive theoretical framework to explore the psychological and social factors influencing female college students' utilization of health management applications. The findings underscore the significant roles of social influence, performance expectancy, effort expectancy, and facilitating conditions in shaping user attitudes and intentions. These insights offer valuable guidance for formulating effective interventions to enhance the adoption of these applications.

Academic performance and associated factors among female university students

BackgroundEducation serves as a vital instrument for empowering citizens to engage fully in the development process. However, various factors can impact the quality and competency of female students in higher education. In Ethiopian institutions, the proportion of female students is significantly lower than that of their male counterparts, highlighting the unique challenges faced by females that can hinder their academic success. Understanding these challenges and the factors influencing female academic performance is essential for enhancing educational outcomes and promoting greater equity in higher education. MethodsAn institutional-based cross-sectional study was conducted involving 633 female university students, supplemented by a qualitative approach. Participants were selected using a multistage sampling technique. Data were collected via a self-administered questionnaire, while qualitative data were gathered through key informant and in-depth interviews. Qualitative data were transcribed, labeled, and analyzed narratively through content analysis. Logistic regression analysis was employed to identify factors associated with academic performance. ResultsThe study revealed that 11.85 % of female students (95 % CI: 9.43–14.62) experienced poor academic performance. Key factors influencing academic performance included alcohol consumption (AOR = 2.3, 95 % CI: 1.8–4.0), smoking (AOR = 2.9, 95 % CI: 1.1–7.4), working after school (AOR = 1.6, 95 % CI: 1.1–2.8), choice in preferred departments (AOR = 0.6, 95 % CI: 0.3–0.8), poor prior knowledge in English and basic science (AOR = 2.1, 95 % CI: 1.4–4.1), and insufficient parental support (AOR = 2.1, 95 % CI: 1.3–3.7). ConclusionThe abstract effectively summarizes the key findings and offers relevant insights into the academic challenges faced by female students. More than one in ten female students encounters significant academic obstacles influenced by factors such as substance use, after-school employment, limited department choice, and inadequate foundational knowledge. Addressing these issues is crucial for improving academic performance and reinforcing support systems for female students, thereby providing a solid foundation for future studies in this area.

The role of intolerance of uncertainty on body dissatisfaction and compulsive exercise in female university students: an experimental study

The role of intolerance of uncertainty on body dissatisfaction and compulsive exercise in female university students: an experimental study

Effect of Health Education on Knowledge and Perceptions Regarding Cervical Cancer Screening and Prevention among Female Students of a Medical College in Rawalpindi, Pakistan: Pre and Post Analysis

Objective: To evaluate and compare the knowledge and attitude of future female health care providers regarding pap smear screening for cervical cancer at a medical and dental institution in Pakistan. The quality of knowledge of the students was analysed to measure the efficacy of awareness intervention sessions of the students. This was aimed to highlight their role in public awareness and identify the deficit thereof in their training towards practicing preventive community medicine. Study Design: This was a pre and post analysis comparative study. Place and Duration of Study: Conducted at Army Medical College Rawalpindi Pakistan, over an 8-months period from Nov 2019 to Jun 2020. Methodology: A total of 754 responses, pre intervention -401- and one-month later post intervention-353 were collected through a validated questionnaire by convenience sampling. Changes in the knowledge and attitude of students using an independent sample t test were determined one month after 20-minute educational intervention detailing cervical cancer and its screening. Association between course and year of study on the knowledge and attitude scores was determined bycomparing means using ANOVA tables. Results: Comparison of pre and post intervention scores revealed a statistically significant difference in knowledge (p&lt; 0.001)and attitude (p=0.002) with a change in mean knowledge scores from 46.31±15.93 to 74.03±15.71 and mean attitude scores from 45.84±14.37 to 48.86±12.54 after the intervention. MBBS students showed a statistically significant improvement in attitude (p&lt;0.001) than their BDS counterparts (p=0.535). Conclusion: Pre-intervention knowledge and attitude was inadequate. The intervention was successful with a significant increase in scores. Emphasis should be on implementing national HPV vaccination and cervical screening awareness campaigns.

Assessment of body mass index, lifestyle and health perception among female university students in Morocco.

The objective of this study was to assess the relationship between Body Mass Index (BMI), dietary habits, physical activity, and health perception among female university students in Morocco. The study was conducted at a Moroccan university among female students from the Faculty of Sciences Ain-Chock in Casablanca. Participants were given a self-administered questionnaire that evaluated sociodemographic factors, dietary habits, food group consumption, physical activity, and self-assessed health status. Data collection took place from February 2023 through the end of April 2023. A total of 335 students aged 18 to 29 years participated in the survey. The study revealed that 72.5% of the participants were within the normal weight range (BMI 18.5-24.9 kg/m²), while 15.9% were classified as overweight and 3.9% as obese. Additionally, 47.9% of the participants engaged in physical activity, with 30.2% dedicating more than 45 minutes to their activities. The health perception was found to be related to weight classification, with poor health perception most commonly associated with the "18.5-25" BMI range (57.8%). The study sheds light on the intricate interaction between weight, health, and lifestyle in Morocco. The frequency of normal-weight persons and active participation indicates university students' health awareness. The prevalence of overweight and obesity, on the other hand, need ongoing health measures. These findings help to build focused methods for promoting healthier lives in Morocco, utilizing educational institutions as health promotion platforms.