Lifestyle Of People Research Articles

Lifestyles of middle-aged people: implications for Primary Health Care practice

Lifestyles of middle-aged people: implications for Primary Health Care practice

Implementation of the project “Health Steps – education and learning as a determinant of a healthy and open society” as an example of a holistic approach to a healthy lifestyle for children and young people

Implementation of the project “Health Steps – education and learning as a determinant of a healthy and open society” as an example of a holistic approach to a healthy lifestyle for children and young people

Enabling artificial intelligence‐based scenario application in new type power systems

AbstractAt present, artificial intelligence (AI) technology, as a disruptive and frontier technology, is changing people's production and lifestyle with the cross combination of other scientific fields. Under the background of Green and low‐carbon transition in energy, the construction of new type power systems (NTPS) is the future direction of the transformation and development of the power industry. AI is an important supporting technology for the digital transformation of the power industry, which can accelerate the construction of NTPS and new energy systems. This article provides the author's viewpoints on application of AI technologies in NTPS, mainly involving the development of electric power AI and the main problems it currently faced. The discussion on the bottlenecks of AI application will be focused on data and models. Some future research directions are also presented.

Associations between masturbation frequency, anxiety, and sleep disturbances during the COVID-19 era.

The COVID-19 pandemic has markedly influenced people's lifestyle and sexual behaviors, including masturbation patterns. This study delved into how masturbation frequency could impact anxiety levels, sleep quality, and somatic symptoms post-masturbation among Chinese adults during this period. From December 2022 to January 2023, we conducted a cross-sectional survey, gathering data via WenJuanXing, a leading online survey platform in China. This platform facilitated the recruitment of a diverse cohort, spanning various age groups and geographical locations. Masturbation frequency among participants was subjectively categorized into three levels: 'lesser' (a few times over the past year), 'moderate' (once to three times a month), and 'greater' (weekly to almost daily). To assess anxiety levels and sleep quality, we employed the Generalized Anxiety Disorder 7-item (GAD-7) scale and the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI), respectively. Among 1500 participants, we received 1423 valid responses. Among these, 65% (n = 930) reported engaging in masturbation in the past year, of whom 87.5% reported subjectively experiencing various levels of fatigue post-masturbation. These 930 responses were subsequently analyzed in-depth (e.g., non-parametric test and pathway analysis), with ages ranging from 18 to 54 years (mean age = 30.5, SD = 7.42). Notably, our findings indicate that participants with greater masturbation frequency exhibited higher anxiety levels [GAD-7 median score: 6 (lesser) vs. 4 (moderate) vs. 8 (greater), p < 0.001, Cohen's f = 0.41] and poorer sleep quality [PSQI median score: 5 (lesser) vs. 4 (moderate) vs. 7 (greater), p < 0.001, Cohen's f = 0.46]. A rough positive correlation between masturbation frequency and PSQI score was also observed (β = 0.16, p < 0.001). These results suggest potential mental and sleep benefits at moderate frequencies, especially in contrast to greater frequencies. However, the cross-sectional design and subjective categorization of masturbation frequency in our study limit our ability to draw definitive causal conclusions. These limitations highlight the need for future longitudinal research employing more precise categorizations of masturbation behavior, such as frequency, to delve deeper into these relationships and understand their underlying mechanisms.

The Influence of Exposure and Attitude on YouTube’s Product Placement Advertising on Thai and Japanese Consumer Behavioral Responses

Technology has impacted people's lifestyles with the internet's expansion, and YouTube has emerged as a popular platform for product placement ads, especially in Japan and Thailand. However, concerns exist about their impact on audiences. Thus, training advertising professionals to handle such issues is crucial. This study aims to investigate the current state of product placement on YouTube in Thailand and Japan, a topic that has not been explored previously. This study analyzes product placement on YouTube in Thailand and Japan, and how cultural differences impact consumer behavior, norms, and attitudes. It also identifies factors that influence Thai and Japanese consumers' response to product placement on YouTube. This study utilized a quantitative approach to analyze data from 400 participants, comprising 200 Thai and 200 Japanese individuals who have experience in watching YouTube videos. The results of the multiple regression analysis indicate that "Consumer Ethnocentrism" has the greatest impact on the Thai sample group, while "Exposure" has the greatest impact on the Japanese sample group. Meanwhile, "Purchase Intention" has the most significant impact on the combined Thai and Japanese samples. This research provides insights for marketers, particularly concerning product placement on YouTube.

Prevalence of obesity and risk of chronic diseases in the elderly: The case of Turke

Obesity is a major factor in the development of chronic diseases and can be influenced by some unobserved factors as well as genetic predisposition. Since obese older people are more likely to develop chronic diseases, a better understanding of the relationship between overweight/obesity and chronic diseases may help to reduce unnecessary morbidity and mortality. Using a Seemingly Unrelated probit approach for unobserved heterogeneity and probable endogeneity, this study investigates the empirical connection between obesity and chronic diseases in the elderly. Data from the Turkish Health Survey collected by the Turkish Statistical Institute in 2014, 2016, and 2019 were used for the analysis. The empirical results indicate that there are unmeasurable common factors that influence both overweight/obesity and chronic diseases, with overweight/obesity being an important determinant of chronic diseases along with some socioeconomic factors such as gender, physical inactivity, smoking, age, depression, etc. The findings suggest that health policies to reduce preventable morbidity and mortality should take into account unmeasurable genetic factors as well as psychological support to activate sedentary lifestyles in older people and prevent depression and feelings of worthlessness.

A Study on the Work Flexibility of Employees in the Post Epidemic Era

With the outbreak and continuation of the global COVID-19 epidemic, the traditional office model and workplace culture have been unprecedentedly impacted. This epidemic has not only changed people's daily lifestyles, but also had a profound impact on enterprise operations and employee work patterns. In the post pandemic era, the issue of employee work flexibility has become increasingly important and has become a focus of concern for both enterprises and employees. This study focuses on the profound impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on employees' work patterns, particularly the flexibility of time and space. It examines the concept of work flexibility, analyzes the shift in time flexibility for employees in the post-pandemic era, and its effect on company operations and employee satisfaction. By delving into the Google case, this article demonstrates the practicality of spatial flexibility in enhancing employee productivity and satisfaction. The research reveals that post-pandemic flexible work policies, such as remote work, not only help companies navigate uncertainty but also have the potential to reshape future work models. However, attention should be paid to addressing new challenges arising from this, such as work-life balance and digital divide issues. This article aims to provide a theoretical basis and practical insights for policymakers and business leaders to achieve more efficient, humane post-pandemic era work organizations.

Analysis of Urinary Incontinence in the Neurogenic Bladder and Its Relationship with the Satisfaction and Lifestyle of People with SCI.

One of the most common complications of neurogenic bladder secondary to spinal cord injury (SCI) is urinary incontinence, which is possibly related to bladder-emptying methods and changes in quality of life. This study aimed to identify the occurrence of this complication in adults with SCI and analyze its relationship with bladder-emptying methods, satisfaction, and lifestyle. This is a quantitative, exploratory, and cross-sectional study. The variables were collected using the Bowel and Bladder Treatment Index during a telephone interview with 290 participants from February to November 2021. According to the results, 70% of the participants were male and 74.1% performed clean intermediate catheterization (CIC) as the main bladder-emptying method. Moreover, 55.6% were considered incontinent in the last year. Emptying by normal urination and bladder reflex triggering had a statistically significant relationship with urinary incontinence. A statistical association was observed between all the variables of satisfaction and lifestyle with urinary incontinence. Although CIC reduced urine leakage, a considerable number of participants still presented with frequent urine leakage. Urinary incontinence had a negative impact on satisfaction with the bladder-emptying method, effectiveness of bladder management, quality of life, and personal and social relationships.

PRELIMINARY MONITORING OF WATER QUALITY AT BANTURUNG VILLAGE, BUKIT BATU DISTRICT, PALANGKA RAYA CITY

Water is a vital necessity for human and living things in general. It is undeniable that the decline in water quality today is the result of human activities that overexploit the environment. People's lifestyles that pay less attention to environmental aspects such as throwing garbage out of place, disposing of hazardous waste, and changing the function of forest areas that can increase the potential for erosion and often cause sedimentation at the bottom of the waters have a negative impact both directly and indirectly on the natural environment, especially water sources. High rate of forest degradation and deforestation has a significant impact on changes and decreases in water quality. In this study, water quality monitoring was conducted using several parameters as an initial step to understand the condition at the Dam and Clean Water Facility in Banturung Village, Bukit Batu District, Palangka Raya City. The results obtained from the analyzed parameters include odorless, pH 5.9, turbidity 1.0 NTU, temperature 28.1 °C, color 3.63 TCU, total dissolved solids (TDS) 10.2 mg/L, nitrate (NO3-) 0.608 mg/L, nitrite (NO2-) 0.002 mg/L, iron (Fe) 0.038 mg/L, and manganese (Mn) 0.006 mg/L.

Capturing How the Accelerometer Measured Physical Activity Profile Differs in People with Diabetic Foot Ulceration.

Diabetic Foot Ulcers (DFUs) are a major complication of diabetes, with treatment requiring offloading. This study aimed to capture how the accelerometer-assessed physical activity profile differs in those with DFUs compared to those with diabetes but without ulceration (non-DFU). Participants were requested to wear an accelerometer on their non-dominant wrist for up to 8days. Physical activity outcomes included average acceleration (volume), intensity gradient (intensity distribution), the intensity of the most active sustained (continuous) 5-120 min of activity (MXCONT), and accumulated 5-120 min of activity (MXACC). A total of 595 participants (non-DFU = 561, DFU = 34) were included in the analysis. Average acceleration was lower in DFU participants compared to non-DFU participants (21.9 mg [95%CI:21.2, 22.7] vs. 16.9 mg [15.3, 18.8], p < 0.001). DFU participants also had a lower intensity gradient, indicating proportionally less time spent in higher-intensity activities. The relative difference between DFU and non-DFU participants was greater for sustained activity (MXCONT) than for accumulated (MXACC) activity. In conclusion, physical activity, particularly the intensity of sustained activity, is lower in those with DFUs compared to non-DFUs. This highlights the need for safe, offloaded modes of activity that contribute to an active lifestyle for people with DFUs.

Mind the gap: Development and validation of an evolutionary mismatched lifestyle scale and its impact on health and wellbeing

Identifying an integrative framework that could appropriately delineate underlying mechanisms and individual risk/protective factors for human health has remained elusive. Evolutionary mismatch theory provides a comprehensive, integrative model for understanding the underlying causes and mechanisms of a wide range of modern health and well-being problems, ranging from obesity to depression. Despite growing interest regarding its importance though, no psychometrically-sound measure of evolutionary mismatch yet exists to facilitate research and intervention. To construct such a scale, aimed at gauging individual differences in the extent to which people's modern lifestyles are mismatched with ancestral conditions, we conducted four studies (a pilot study, followed by 3 main studies, with a final sample of 1901 participants across the main studies). Results from exploratory and confirmatory factor analyses have produced a 36-item evolutionary mismatched lifestyle scale (EMLS) with 7 subdomains of mismatched behaviours (e.g., diet, physical activity, relationships, social media use) that is psychometrically sound. Further, the EMLS is associated with physical, mental and subjective health. We explore the potential of the EMLS as a tool for examining interpersonal and cultural variations in health and wellbeing, while also discussing the limitations of the scale and future directions in relation to further psychometric examinations.

The Role of Brand Image in Mediating the Influence of Brand Ambassador and Electronic Word of Mouth on Purchase Intention on Product Scarlett Whitening

In the era of globalization and modernization, the growth of internet users in Indonesia reflects significant changes in people's lifestyles, including their beauty and skin care needs. Skincare has become an essential part of the beauty routine, heavily influenced by societal perceptions of beauty. This research focuses on Scarlett Whitening, a local beauty brand, which experienced a decline in sales starting in July 2023. The method used in this research is a causal method with structural equation modeling (SEM). This study aims to investigate the impact of electronic word-of-mouth (e-WOM) and brand ambassadors on purchase intentions. The results show that while brand ambassadors do not significantly influence purchase intention, e-WOM does. Furthermore, brand image acts as a mediator between e-WOM and purchase intention, but does not mediate the influence of brand ambassadors.

“If you’re struggling, you don’t really care” – what affects the physical health of young people on child and adolescent mental health inpatient units? A qualitative study with service users and staff

BackgroundPhysical health inequalities of people with serious mental illness (SMI) have been labelled an international scandal; due to the 15–20-year reduction in life expectancy associated with poor physical health. This occurs at an early stage and evidence shows young people with and at risk for SMI are a particularly vulnerable group requiring intervention and support. However, most work has been conducted with adults and little is known about what affects physical health for young people, specifically those receiving inpatient care.MethodsWe conducted semi-structured qualitative interviews with 7 service users and 6 staff members (85% female, age 14–42) on a generic mental health inpatient unit for children and adolescents. Interviews aimed to identify how young people viewed theirphysical health and factors affecting physical health and lifestyle and identify any support needed to improve physical health. Thematic analysis was conducted. .ResultsThematic analysis revealed the main factors affecting physical health and lifestyle for young people. Three main themes were individual factors (subthemes were mental health symptoms, knowledge, attitudes and beliefs), environmental factors (subthemes were opportunities in a restricted environment and food provision), and the influence of others (subthemes were peers, staff, family members). These factors often overlapped and could promote a healthy lifestyle or combine to increase the risk of poor physical health. Young people discussed their preferences for physical health initiatives and what would help them to live a healthier lifestyle.ConclusionsPromoting physical health on inpatient units for young people is an important, yet neglected area of mental health research. We have identified a range of complex factors which have an impact on their physical health, and there is a pervasive need to address the barriers that young people experience to living a healthy lifestyle. There is an increasingly strong evidence base suggesting the benefits of physical health interventions to improve outcomes, and future work should identify ways to implement such interventions considering the barriers discussed in this article. Further collaborative research is needed with young people, clinical teams, caregivers, and commissioners to ensure improvements are made to clinical care provision and optimisation of the inpatient environment.

Assessment of Anti-Reflux Suture in One Anastomosis Gastric Bypass for Prevention of Biliary Gastritis

Abstract Background Obesity continues to be a leading public health concern associated with many comorbidities and major hindering effect on the daily lifestyle of many people around the world. Surgical treatment for obesity has proved that it is the best and most effective, durable means of preventing the life-threatening complications and serious problems associated with morbid obesity. Objective Assessing the effect of the anti-reflux suture on the incidence and clinical consequences of bile reflux in OAGB Procedure. Patients and Methods In this prospective randomized study, 30 patients were selected in Ain Shams University hospitals between November 2021 and May 2022 for assessment of impact of Anti reflux suture on the incidence of post OAGB biliary gastritis. Results The cases presented in this study did not undergo upper GI endoscopy when they presented with symptoms of reflux or gastritis and thus it was not possible to differentiate between the presence of GERD or biliary gastritis as the source of their symptoms. Conclusion OAGB is safe and one of the leading procedures for treatment of obesity but it is still surrounded by controversy regarding its relation and effect on bile reflux gastritis. As far as this study shows, the anti-reflux suture modification alone does not seem to prevent the incidence of biliary reflux gastritis post OAGB.

Cytokines assets in PLWH in two-drug dolutergravir based or three-drug antiretroviral regimen

To minimize the toxicity and impact of combined antiretroviral therapy (cART) on the lifestyle of people living with Human Immunodeficiency Virus (PLWH), scientific community evaluated the efficacy, safety and sustained virologic response of two drugs antiretroviral regimens, in particular dolutegravir (DTG). The effects of deintensification therapy on inflammatory settings are currently unknown in PLWH. Thus, our study explored the inflammatory state in virologically suppressed HIV individuals between patients in treatment with a DTG-containing dual therapy (2DR) versus triple regimen therapies (3DR). We enrolled a total of 116 subjects in 2DRs or 3DRs regimens, and the plasma levels of pro- and anti-inflammatory cytokines (in particular IL-1β, IL-10, IL-18, IL-33, IL-36 and IFN-γ) have been evaluated. CD4 + cell’s median value was 729.0 cell/µL in the 3DR group and 771.5 cell/µL in 2DR group; the viral load was negative in all patients. Significant differences were found in levels of IL-18 (648.8 cell/µL in 3DR group vs. 475.0 cell/µL in 2DR group, p = 0.034) and IL-36 (281.7 cell/µL in 3DR group vs. 247.0 cell/µL in 2DR group, p = 0.050), and a correlation between IL-18 and IL-36 was found in 3DR group (rho = 0.266, p = 0.015). This single-center retrospective pharmacological study confirms the absence of significant differences in IL-1β, IL-10, IL-33, and IFN-γ levels between patients on two-drug antiretroviral regimens compared to patients on 3DR antiretroviral regimens. Patients in 2DR show greater control over IL-18 and IL-36 serum levels, cytokines related to an increased cardiovascular risk and development of age-related chronic diseases. Based on our results, we suggest that DTG-based 2DR antiretroviral regimens could be associated with better control of the chronic inflammation that characterizes the population living with HIV in effective ART.

CONTACTLESS DONATIONS COLLECTION IN MOSQUES: CHALLENGES AND PROSPECTS

The mosque is more than just a symbol for Muslim society. It establishes an identity and strengthens Muslim values. Changes in market trends as a result of digital transformation have an impact on industries and people's lifestyles, including non-profit organizations such as mosques. Adoption of cashless payments and usage such as credit cards, online banking, and e-wallets has increased and grown in popularity among Malaysia's tech-savvy consumers, driven by the rise of digital trends. Therefore, this study investigates the challenges and prospects of using e-wallets in donation collections in Malaysian mosques, as well as the implications for mosques and donors. This study analyses the e-wallet phenomenon using a SWOT (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats) analysis to assess the potential usage of e-wallets in mosques. Suggested here are also strategies to leverage the strengths and opportunities as well as overcome the weaknesses and threats.

The impact of digital finance on young People's health insurance participation decisions in China.

The digital finance era has reshaped young people's lifestyles, risk perceptions and insurance participation decisions. Modern youth have to constantly seek for rational social security support and construct individual protection barriers to adapt to new lifestyles and social structures. China's multi-tiered, universal health insurance system is urgently needed to satisfy young people's flexible needs and rational decision-making. Based on the micro data from 2011 ~ 2021 Chinese General Social Survey (CGSS), this paper uses macro data from Digital Inclusive Finance Index (DIFI) matching to construct probit and m-logit model to assess the impact of the development of digital finance on Chinese youth whether or not to participate in health insurance, and how they choose the concrete type of health insurance. (1) Baseline regression results shows that digital finance has a significant positive effect on Chinese youth's health insurance participation decisions, and has different effects on choices within health insurance types. Strong support for the conclusions is provided by endogeneity and robustness tests. (2) The results of the heterogeneity analysis reveal that the marginal effect of digital finance on young people's health insurance decisions shows urban-rural differences, divergence in levels of self-rated health. (3) The mechanism analysis results suggest that there are two mechanism paths of digital finance on youth health insurance decisions: the household income effect and the subjective well-being effect, and two moderating effects: employment type and family structure. Highlighting the positive value that digital finance brings to the perception of youth insurance participation and the construction of social security systems, it needs to pay close attention to the dynamic changes in employment security and family structure through data, and explore the socio-psychological fluctuation and demand for social security among modern youth. To provide a way forward to achieve the integration of the health insurance system in China and solve the current problem of health insurance equity.

Investigating the Effect of Resveratrol on The Survival Rate of 4T1 Breast Cancer Cells By MTT Method

Cancer is known as an incurable, deadly and deadly disease with pain and disability. During recent decades, changes in people's lifestyles have increased the incidence and prevalence of breast cancer worldwide. With the wide spread of this disease, research has also increased on this issue. Resveratrol is known as a natural polyphenol found in red grapes and some other foods, and with its important anti-cancer properties, it can be effective in reducing the risk of breast cancer and its treatment. Research has shown that resveratrol can have positive effects on breast cancer by reducing DNA methylation, reducing cell proliferation, and reducing cancer growth factors. In this research, resveratrol has been used against 4T1 cancer cells, which were treated with different concentrations of resveratrol after cultivation in 96-well plates and measured by the MTT method. The obtained results showed that resveratrol in all concentrations and at different times significantly reduces the survival of 4T1 cancer cells. By increasing the concentration and treatment time, the decrease in cell viability increases. This indicates strong, dose- and time-dependent effects of resveratrol on breast cancer cells.

Does the digital economy promote or inhibit income inequality?

Digitalisation and technological developments are profoundly changing the socioeconomic structure of society and people's lifestyles, which may have a significant impact on the distribution of income among different groups of people. This study conducted a quantitative investigation into the impact of the digital economy on income inequality based on the skill bias theory. First, empirical model analysis showed that digital economy has a linear dampening effect on income inequality and that there is no non-linear relationship. Then, the study analyzed the mechanisms underlying this relationship, which revealed that mining and remittances suppress income inequality in the presence of digital economy, while government spending promotes income inequality. Finally, heterogeneity analysis indicated that the suppressive impact of digital economy on income inequality in capitalist countries is stronger than in ex-communist countries. These findings will not only help to achieve social equity, but also provide a strategic direction for economic development to make the dividends of the digital economy more inclusive.

Association of Lifestyle Type with Mental Health and Quality of Life in Community-Dwelling Middle-Aged and Older Adults: A Latent Profile Analysis

Identify the values reflected in the healthy lifestyle of middle-aged and older Adults people and to confirm their association with mental health, quality of sleep, and quality of life. Data were collected from 200 middle-aged and older Adults and descriptive statistics and latent profile analyses were performed. One-way ANOVA and multinomial logit regression were performed on the differences between latent classes and predictors. Classes for latent-class profile were as follows: Class 1—Basic lifestyle and balanced pursuit; Class 2—Imbalanced lifestyle and selective pursuit; Class 3—Inactive lifestyle and indifferent; and Class 4—Active lifestyle and active pursuit. Difference in the according to latent classes, Class 2 showed the highest depression and quality of sleep problems and the lowest quality of life. It was confirmed that the higher the latent-class opinion and interest in activities and health, the higher the quality of life. Considering the diversity of this latent-class lifestyle, it will be possible to explore strategies for health promotion.