Differences In Self-esteem Scores Research Articles

Assessing the Psychological and Emotional Impact of Prosthodontic Rehabilitation: A Comprehensive Quantitative and Qualitative Investigation in Adults

Background Edentulism poses significant challenges to oral health and overall well-being often necessitating prosthodontic rehabilitation. While the functional and aesthetic outcomes of these interventions are well documented their specific impact on patients psychological and emotional well-being remains underexplored.Objectives To evaluate the psychological and emotional impact of prosthodontic rehabilitation on patients self-esteem and quality of life. By employing a combination of quantitative and qualitative methodologies the study seeks to provide a nuanced understanding of the multifaceted dimensions associated with different prosthodontic modalities. Methods A sample of 226 adult patients undergoing prosthodontic rehabilitation stratified based on the type of prosthodontic intervention fixed vs. removable prostheses was recruited. Quantitative assessments included the Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale Oral Health Impact Profile OHIP and SF-36 questionnaire. Clinical examinations and patient-reported outcomes were utilized for prosthodontic assessment. Structured interviews were conducted to qualitatively explore participants emotional experiences. Thematic analysis was employed to identify recurring themes and patterns.Results Preliminary findings indicate a statistically significant difference in self-esteem scores between the fixed 28.5plusmn3.2 and removable 26.8plusmn4.1 prosthesis groups P lt0.05. Quality of life assessments including OHIP fixed 15.2plusmn5.6 removable 18.7plusmn6.3 and SF-36 demonstrated notable variations favoring the fixed prosthesis group P lt0.01. Prosthodontic outcomes such as success rates fixed 92.0 removable 85.0 and patient satisfaction fixed 8.9plusmn1.2 removable 7.5plusmn1.8 also favor fixed prostheses P lt0.05. Qualitative analysis reveals themes of positive self-perception improved social interactions and challenges in adaptation. Conclusion This study contributes to a comprehensive understanding of the psychological and emotional impact of prosthodontic rehabilitation shedding light on the subjective experiences of individuals undergoing different interventions. The findings hold implications for enhancing patient-centered care in prosthodontics.

Self-Handicapping and Self-Esteem Levels of Judokas

The present study was carried out to investigate self-handicapping and self-esteem levels of judokas. The categorical and demographic information of the subjects (N=149) who voluntarily participated were collected. Self-handicapping scale (SHS) adapted into Turkish by Akin (2012) and self esteem scale (SES) adapted into Turkish by Tukus (2010) were used as online data collection tools. 149 judokas (62 male and 87 female) participated voluntarily. For statistical analysis, independent samples t-test, one way ANOVA, Mann-Whitney U, Kruskal-Wallis H and Spearman’s rho were conducted where appropriate. The level of significance was set as p<.05. As a result, statistically significant differences in the self-handicapping scores of judokas found in the gender, marital status, educational status, income, national athlete status and national athlete variables (p<.05). There are statistically significant differences in self-esteem scores in the gender, age, educational status, marital status, national athlete status, international success status, international ranking and training duration variables (p<.05). A moderate and negative correlation (p<.05) was found between self-handicapping and self-esteem. In conclusion, coaches, club managers and other interested parties should consider their athletes in this context, considering that self-handicapping and self-esteem scores are important indicators in sportive performance as it is very important for long-term performance and healthy sports life. It is recommended to record and periodically follow the self-handicapping and self-esteem levels of the athletes.

Status of self-esteem in medical students at a college in Kathmandu: A descriptive cross-sectional study.

Background:Self-esteem is vital to livingahappy, confident and content life. Medical students experience various forms of stress due to academic, financial and social pressureswhich could affect their levelsof self-esteem. This study aims to study the status of self-esteem among undergraduates of a medical collegeatTribhuvan University, Nepal. Methods:After receiving the ethical approval from the Institutional Review Committee (IRC) of NAIHS; we conductedadescriptivecross-sectionalstudy among the first-to fifth-year medical students from December 2020 to April 2021. 190 were selected for the study usingastratified random sampling technique. This study used the Rosenbergself-esteem scale to measure self-esteem of the participants.AGoogle Formsquestionnairewas sentto the participants via email. Then, the data obtained were entered in the Google sheet and later analyzed using SPSS 27.AChi-square test was used toidentify potentialdifferences in self-esteem scoresamong different variables. A p-value of < 0.05 was considered statistically significant. Results:This study included a total of 180 participants, among which, 18.9% (13.19% to 24.61%; at 95% CI) students showed low self -esteem. 74.4% (68.02% to 80.78%; at 95% CI) students had normal self-esteem and 6.7% (3.05% to 10.35%; at 95% CI) students had high self-esteem. The mean self-esteem score was 19.19 (15.01 to 23.37; at 95% CI). Female participants suffered more than malesfrom low self-esteem, and third-year students had the highest percentage of low self-esteem (30.77%). Conclusion:The majority (74.4%) of medical students had normal self-esteem. However, 18.9% students had low self-esteem, among which, third-year students suffered the most (30.77%). Likewise,females exhibited higher prevalence of low self-esteem compared to males. Interventions to boost the level of self-esteem should be carried out to helpmedical studentsbecome confident and efficient doctors.

Status of self-esteem in medical students at a college in Kathmandu: A descriptive cross-sectional study

Background: Self-esteem is vital to living a happy, confident and content life. Medical students experience various forms of stress due to academic, financial and social pressures which could affect their levels of self-esteem. This study aims to study the status of self-esteem among undergraduates of a medical college at Tribhuvan University, Nepal. Methods: After receiving the ethical approval from the Institutional Review Committee (IRC) of NAIHS; we conducted a descriptive cross-sectional study among the first- to fifth-year medical students from December 2020 to April 2021. 190 were selected for the study using a stratified random sampling technique. This study used the Rosenberg self-esteem scale to measure self–esteem of the participants. A Google Forms questionnaire was sent to the participants via email. Then, the data obtained were entered in the Google sheet and later analyzed using SPSS 27. A Chi-square test was used to identify potential differences in self-esteem scores among different variables. A p-value of < 0.05 was considered statistically significant. Results: This study included a total of 180 participants, among which, 18.9% (13.19% to 24.61%; at 95% CI) students showed low self -esteem. 74.4% (68.02% to 80.78%; at 95% CI) students had normal self-esteem and 6.7% (3.05% to 10.35%; at 95% CI) students had high self-esteem. The mean self-esteem score was 19.19 (15.01 to 23.37; at 95% CI). Female participants suffered more than males from low self-esteem, and third-year students had the highest percentage of low self-esteem (30.77%). Conclusion: The majority (74.4%) of medical students had normal self-esteem. However, 18.9% students had low self-esteem, among which, third-year students suffered the most (30.77%). Likewise, females exhibited higher prevalence of low self-esteem compared to males. Interventions to boost the level of self-esteem should be carried out to help medical students become confident and efficient doctors.

Grit, Self Image and Coping Strategies among Sighted and Visually Impaired College Students

The objective of the study is to compare the level of grit, coping strategies and self-image among blind and sighted college students. Ex-post facto research design and convenience sampling was used. The sample included 80 city college students, where 40were visually impaired and 40 were sighted day scholars. Independent t tests was done using SPSS package where a significant difference among the visually impaired and sighted college students was found in grit, task-oriented coping strategy and self-image, with no significant difference in self-esteem scores.

Status of self-esteem in medical students of a college in Kathmandu: A descriptive cross sectional study

Background:Self-esteem is vital to livingahappy, confident and content life. Medical students experience various forms of stress due to academic, financial and social pressureswhich could affect their levelsof self-esteem. This study aims to study the status of self-esteem among undergraduates of a medical collegeatTribhuvan University, Nepal. Methods:After receiving the ethical approval from the Institutional Review Committee (IRC) of NAIHS; we conductedadescriptivecross-sectionalstudy among the first-to fifth-year medical students from December 2020 to April 2021. 190 were selected for the study usingastratified random sampling technique. This study used the Rosenbergself-esteem scale to measure self-esteem of the participants.AGoogle Formsquestionnairewas sentto the participants via email. Then, the data obtained were entered in the Google sheet and later analyzed using SPSS 27.AChi-square test was used toidentify potentialdifferences in self-esteem scoresamong different variables. A p-value of < 0.05 was considered statistically significant. Results:This study included a total of 180 participants, among which, 18.9% (13.19% to 24.61%; at 95% CI) students showed low self -esteem. 74.4% (68.02% to 80.78%; at 95% CI) students had normal self-esteem and 6.7% (3.05% to 10.35%; at 95% CI) students had high self-esteem. The mean self-esteem score was 19.19 (15.01 to 23.37; at 95% CI). Female participants suffered more than malesfrom low self-esteem, and third-year students had the highest percentage of low self-esteem (30.77%). Conclusion:The majority (74.4%) of medical students had normal self-esteem. However, 18.9% students had low self-esteem, among which, third-year students suffered the most (30.77%). Likewise,females exhibited higher prevalence of low self-esteem compared to males. Interventions to boost the level of self-esteem should be carried out to helpmedical studentsbecome confident and efficient doctors.

Self-Handicapping and Self-Esteem Levels of Taekwondo Referees

This study investigated the self-handicapping and self-esteem levels of taekwondo referees. The population was consisted of 437 Taekwondo referees which serve as official referees in the Turkish Taekwondo Federation and the study group was consisted of 82 active referees (female=36, male=46). Data were collected by inviting the referees to take part in the study during the Turkish Taekwondo Championships held in different cities. All the necessary written permissions including the ethics approval and permission from the central referee committee were obtained. Hitit University Ethics Committee approved the study. The volunteers were asked to give written consent. Statistical analyses were held by using independent samples t test, one-way ANOVA, Tukey HSD as post-hoc and Pearson’s r. The level of significance was predetermined as .05 for all statistical analyses. To collect data, self-esteem scale by Rosenberg and self handicapping scale by Rhodewalt were used. The scales’ Turkish adaptations were done by Tukus and Akin, respectively. Statistical analyses revealed that taekwondo referees' self-handicapping scores were high and self esteem scores were moderate. The referees' self-handicapping scores were not significantly different by any variable. A significant difference in self-esteem scores by the place of residence was observed. It is concluded that additional researches should be done to set out the reasons for the high self-handicapping scores of taekwondo referees.

Age and Social Context as Factors in the Difference Between the Self-Esteem Levels of Grade 11 Senior High School and First Year College Students in a Selected Private School in Metro Manila

This study sought to ascertain the difference in self-esteem scores of grade 11 senior high school students and first year college students attending the same private school located in Metro Manila, Philippines. Through convenience sampling, 132 grade 11 students and 157 first year college students were selected. The underlying assumption is that the age and the social contexts of these two groups vary and will have an effect on their self-esteem scores as established by other studies. The Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale (1965) was used as the instrument. The data was subjected to Welch t-test. The results indicated a significant difference and that the self-esteem scores of first year college students were higher.

Clinical investigation of mental health status of patients with gestational diabetes

Objective To understand the mental health status and psychological performance of patients with diabetes mellitus in clinical pregnancy and to analyze its related factors, to provide a theoretical basis for further improving the nursing measures of gestational diabetes. Methods A total of 100 pregnant women with gestational diabetes (GDM) and 100 healthy pregnant women were selected as the research objects.Questionnaire survey and evaluation were carried out by using the general information questionnaire, the State-Trait Anxiety Inventory (STAI), Self-Rating Depression Scale (SDS), Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale (SES), and Oral Glucose Tolerance Test (OGTT). Results Pregnant women with gestational diabetes had more anxiety than healthy pregnant women (P<0.01). Worries about maternal and child health, control of diet difficulties, trouble with blood glucose monitoring, high cost of treatment and long treatment time were important factors that cause anxiety in GDM pregnant women.GDM patients had more depression than healthy pregnant women(P<0.01). And the level of depression was higher than that of healthy pregnant women(P<0.01). Depression in GDM was positively correlated with state anxiety and trait anxiety, and the difference was statistically significant(P<0.01). The score of self-esteem was negatively correlated with trait anxiety score(P<0.01), i. e. the higher the anxiety, the lower the self-esteem score. Conclusions There are different levels of anxiety and depression in gestational diabetes patients.There is no significant difference in self-esteem scores between gestational diabetes patients and healthy pregnant women.In nursing of gestational diabetes patients, it should strengthen psychological counseling and health education to alleviate anxiety and depression in GDM pregnant women and improve their quality of life. Key words: Gestational diabetes mellitus patients; Depression; Anxiety; Self-esteem

Comparación de los niveles de autoestima según el género y el nivel de actividad física en dos grupos de personas adultas mayores

El propósito de este estudio fue observar si existían diferencias en la puntuación de la autoestima según el nivel de actividad física (activos-sedentarios) en una muestra de personas adultas mayores. La muestra estuvo compuesta por 26 participantes, hombres y mujeres con una edad promedio de 73±9 años; de estos, un grupo de adultos mayores sedentarios (n = 12) que perteneció al Centro Diurno de Santo Domingo de la Provincia de Heredia y el grupo de personas adultas mayores activos (n=14) que formó parte del proyecto Modulación del Proceso de Envejecimiento del Programa Movimiento para la Vida. Resultados: No se encontraron diferencias significativas en la puntuación según el nivel de actividad física (t=0,931, p = 0,363); sin embargo, sí existieron diferencias significativas en el puntaje de autoestima según el género de las personas adultas mayores (t=-2,255, p = 0,034). Se concluye que el nivel de actividad física no incide en la autoestima y que los hombres adultos mayores poseen un mayor nivel de autoestima que las mujeres adultas mayores.

Pelatihan Teknik Asertivitas untuk Meningkatkan Self-Esteem Korban Bullying

The purpose of this study is to examine the effect of assertiveness techniquestraining to improve bullying victims’ self-esteem. This study was a quasi experiment withuntreated control group with pre-test and double post-test design. The data werecollected by using adaptation instrument of Peer Interactions in Primary School (PIPS)Questionnaire, assertiveness scale, and self-esteem scale. The subjects were 18 students in4 th -5 th grade who are indicated as bullying victims and have self-esteem scores categorizedin low to moderate levels (8 students in experimental group and 10 students in controlgroup). The result of the Mann Whitney U test showed that there was no difference inself-esteem scores between the experimental and control group during the pretest (p &gt;0.05). After being treated, the differences in self-esteem scores were significant with Z = -3.113; p = 0.002 (p &lt; 0,01) between the experimental group and control group, in which themean score of self-esteem in the experimental group was higher than the control group

Impact of self esteem on risky sexual behaviors among Nigerian adolescents

ABSTRACTAlthough improved knowledge is often the first approach in HIV prevention for adolescents, studies have shown that despite being well informed, adolescents still engage in risky sexual behavior (RSB). Low self-esteem has been considered to be a psychological explanation for behavioral problems, but little is known about the impact of self-esteem on RSB among adolescents in Nigeria. The purpose of this study was to determine whether adolescents with high self-esteem demonstrate lower RSB compared to those with low self-esteem. We conducted a cross-sectional survey of 361 adolescents in 9 secondary schools in Jos Plateau, Nigeria. The Rosenberg Self Esteem Scale was used to measure self-esteem and the Brief HIV Screener (BHS) was used to measure RSB. All data were analyzed using SPSS 21. Chi square and odds ratios were calculated to determine differences in BHS questions based on predetermined low or high self-esteem categories. Independent t-test were utilized to determine difference in mean BHS scores based on self-esteem categories. Participants were 169 male (46.8%) and 192 female (53.2%) with a mean age of 16.9. Mean self-esteem score was 27.6 with no significant difference in self-esteem scores by gender. Adolescents with low self-esteem were 1.7 times more likely to be sexually active and had a higher mean BHS scores compared to adolescents with high self-esteem. Programs aimed at reducing RSB and in-turn HIV/AIDS should consider interventions to raise adolescents’ self-esteem.

The impact of orthodontic treatment on quality of life and self-esteem in adult patients.

To assess the impact of fixed orthodontic treatment on oral health related quality of life (OHRQoL) and self-esteem in adults. A prospective study design was applied, within private practice. Sample size estimation revealed a minimum of 52 subjects, allowing for drop outs. All participants completed a set of validated questionnaires at baseline (T0), 1- (T1), 3- (T2), and 6-months (T3) and post-treatment (T4). These included the Rosenberg Self-esteem scale, the Oral Health Impact Profile (OHIP-14) and a socioeconomic status questionnaire. The Dental Health Component of the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need (IOTN) was used to assess malocclusion severity. Sixty-one subjects were recruited, with only one subject lost to follow-up. A statistically significant difference in OHRQoL scores was seen between: T0 and T1 (P = 0.001); T0 and T2 (P = 0.020). There was no statistical difference between T0 and T3 (P = 0.078) or T4 (P = 0.565), where OHRQoL improved to pre-treatment scores. A significant difference in self-esteem scores was observed between baseline and end of treatment (P = 0.002). Undergoing fixed orthodontic therapy had a negative impact on the overall OHRQoL, during the first 3 months of treatment, which then improved to pre-treatment scores, whilst a significant increase was observed in self-esteem as a result of treatment.

The effects of group reminiscence therapy on depression, self-esteem, and affect balance of Chinese community-dwelling elderly

ObjectivesTo study the effects of group reminiscence therapy on depressive symptoms, self-esteem, and affect balance among community dwelling elderly. MethodsEight communities were randomly selected from 372 eligible communities in Changsha city. They were randomly divided into four experimental groups and four control group. Geriatric Depression Scale (GDS) was used to screen entire 478 older adults living in these 8 communities. One hundred and sixty five of them had a GDS score between 11 and 25; among them, 125 participated in the study finally. The elderly group who were in the control group received health education, while the intervention group received both health education and group reminiscence therapy for 6 weeks. Both groups were assessed with the GDS, Self-Esteem Scale (SES), and Affect Balance Scale (ABS) before and after the 6-week-intervention. The results were analyzed using a mixed effect model with fixed effect of the intervention and random effect of the community, incorporating the structured randomness at the community level. ResultsAfter 6 weeks’ therapy, the GDS scores in the intervention group decreased significantly compared to those in the control group (p<0.001). Scores on the positive affect subscale and affect balance in the intervention group increased significantly higher than control group, and scores on the negative affect subscale decreased significantly lower than control group (p<0.01). After the intervention, there were no statistically significant differences in self-esteem scores between intervention and control groups. ConclusionsGroup reminiscence therapy was effective in reducing symptoms of depression, improving affect balance, and promoting mental health of community-dwelling elderly.

Relation of Physical Activity and Self-Esteem

The aim of this study was to examine the relation between self-esteem appraisal and physical activity testing a convenience sample of 211 individuals, ages 19 to 35 years and selected from the general population after a brief structured interview. They were grouped by sport habits into three distinct groups named Athletes, Nonathletes, and Sedentary people, and then were examined for significant differences in self-esteem scores measured via the Heatherton and Polivy State Self-esteem Scale which assesses three correlated factors, respectively, Performance, Social, and Appearance. As hypothesized, self-esteem scores between-groups differences emerged for the Appearance factor only, and the Sedentary group scored comparatively lower than the other two groups.

Body shape – self esteem: relationships with sex and body mass index

Results A strong negative correlation between perceived concern on body shape and perceived self esteem was identified, Spearman's rs(190) = 0.63, p < 0.001, with high levels of perceived concern on body shape associated with lower levels of perceived self esteem. A Mann Whitney statistical test was conducted to investigate if there is a significant difference between body shape and self esteem scores of males and females. There was no statistically significant difference in body shape scores of males and females, but there was a statistically significant difference in self esteem scores between men and women (p < 0.001), with lower scores on self esteem occurring at women. To investigate if there is a significant difference in body shape and self esteem scores within the five Body Mass Index categories that we had divided our sample in, according to WHO's criteria (1995) for the definition of obesity, Kruskal-Wallis tests were conducted. Results indicate a significant difference in body shape (p < 0.001) and self esteem scores (p < 0.001) across the different BMI groups. Subsequent Mann Whitney tests have demonstrated a significant statistical difference in Body Shape scores between all of the BMI categories except from categories 3 and 4, 3 and 5, and 4 and 5. Results were reproduced for self esteem scores across the same categories.

Peer Acceptance and Friendship: An Investigation of their Relation to Self-Esteem

The present study examined the relationship between peer relations and self-esteem. Specifically, this study investigated how peer acceptance and friendship were related to self-esteem in an adolescent population. Five hundred and forty-two ninth-grade students were classified by sociometric group and presence or absence of reciprocal friendships. Results indicate no significant difference in self-esteem scores across sociometric groups. However, subjects with at least I reciprocal friend had higher self-esteem scores than subjects without a reciprocal friend. Furthermore, there did not appear to be a cumulative effect of number of friendships on self-esteem scores. The importance of friendship to the development of self-esteem is discussed, as are the implications for intervention programs such as social skills training for children who may lack a close friendship. The authors indicate a need for further study of the relationship between peer relations and the correlates of self-esteem.