Mean Quality Score Research Articles

The analysis of generative adversarial network in sports education based on deep learning

The importance of mental health is increasingly emphasized in modern society. The assessment of mental health qualities among college and university students as the future workforce holds significant significance. Therefore, this study, aiming to streamline the process of writing quality evaluations and enhance the fairness of assessment comments, explores the use of Generative Adversarial Network (GAN) technology in deep learning to evaluate the mental health qualities of college and university students through the unique avenue of sports. Firstly, GAN and Sequence Generative Adversarial Network (SeqGAN) models are introduced. Secondly, GAN is employed to construct a model for generating evaluation texts, encompassing the construction of a generator and discriminator, along with the introduction of a reward function. Finally, the constructed model is utilized to train on evaluation texts related to the mental health qualities of college and university students engaged in sports, validating the effectiveness of the model. The results indicate: (1) The pre-training of the generator in the constructed text generation model stabilizes after the 10th epoch. In contrast, the pre-training of the discriminator gradually stabilizes after the 35th epoch, demonstrating overall good training effectiveness. (2) When the generator’s update speed surpasses that of the discriminator, the model’s loss does not converge. However, with a reduction in the ratio of rounds between the two, there is a noticeable improvement in the convergence of the model. (3) The mean score of adaptability quality is the highest among the four indicators, suggesting a strong correlation between comment generation and adaptability quality. The results validate the effectiveness of the proposed text generation model in semantic control. This study aims to advance the level of mental health education among college and university students in the sports domain, providing theoretical references for enhancing the effectiveness of quality education assessments in other subjects as well.

Quality of life and its related predictors among acute coronary syndrome patients with coronary stents in Ho Chi Minh City, 2022

The health-related quality of life (HRQOL) assessment after coronary stents insertion to issue a very crucial tool for evaluating outcomes. Therefore, we investigated the associations between healthy affect, resilience to improve their health status and the quality of life of patient is improving. A cross-sectional design involving patients with having acute coronary syndrome (ACS) after coronary stents insertion (CSI) and being treated in the hospital in Ho Chi Minh City. The patients (N =210) who came to Tam Duc Heart Hospital for pre- examination during treatment were asked to answer questionnaires which included SF-36 and resilience-25. The t-test and ANOVA was applied to identify the factors related to quality of life and resilience. Result showed the mean score of resilience is 70.2 ± 8.1. The score of physical components summary (PCS) was range from 32.37 to 61.6 and the mean score was 51.0 ± 8.7. For the mental component summary (MCS) was range from 39.6 to 60.0 with the mean score was 51.0±5.7. Factors including age, gender, marital status, working status, education, duration after stent treatment, experience of hospitalization for stent treatment, number of stents in patients and regularly take medication were associated with patients’ quality of life. The mean score of quality of life was significantly different between patients’ resilience level (p < 0.05).

Written discharge instruction evaluation for mild traumatic brain injury from emergency departments Evaluating written discharge instructions from emergency departments for mild traumatic brain injury

Aim of studyThis study aimed to evaluate the completeness and quality of information in written discharge instructions for patients with mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) discharged from the emergency department (ED). MethodsCopies of written discharge instructions provided to patients with mTBI from academic EDs in South Korea were collected in May 2023. We assessed the completeness of the content based on the National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence guidelines, which categorize discharge instructions into four parts: general advice, emergencies, common post-concussion symptoms and signs, and advice for recovery, with one point for each item. The quality of information was evaluated using DISCERN, a validated 16-item questionnaire assessing reliability (eight questions), quality of information (seven questions), and overall quality (one question) on a 5-point Likert scale. Completeness and quality of discharge information were analyzed by ED level and annual ED visits as proxies for hospital resources. ResultsTwenty-two (44%) written discharge instructions were collected from the 55 EDs contacted, with a mean (standard deviation) content completeness score of 10.1 (2.7) out of a maximum of 30. The mean scores for each section were as follows: general advice, 0.1 (0.23) out of 2; emergencies, 6.0 (1.39) out of 10; common post-concussion symptoms and signs, 0.4 (0.9) out of 8; and advice for recovery, 3.2 (1.9) out of 10. Regarding the quality of information, the mean reliability score was 3.5 (0.3), and the mean information quality score was 1.8 (0.7), with both assessed on a scale from 1 ("very poor") to 5 ("excellent"). Significant differences were found in content completeness for emergency features and in the general scores for quality of information between different ED levels (p = 0.04 and p = 0.01, respectively). However, no significant differences were observed by the number of annual ED visits. ConclusionThe completeness and quality of written discharge instructions for mTBI patients in South Korean EDs were low and varied across hospitals, suggesting a potential association to hospital resources.

Health-related quality of life and associated factors in breast cancer patients in Abidjan (Ivory Coast)

ObjectiveThe main objective of this study was to assess health-related quality of life, and to investigate associated factors in breast cancer patients living in Ivory Coast. MethodsWe conducted a cross-sectional, descriptive and analytical study that took place from August 1, 2022 to October 31, 2022 in the Medical Oncology Department of the Treichville University Hospital. Seventy-six breast cancer patients participated in the study. Quality of life was assessed using the EORTC QLQ-C30 and QLQ-BR23 EORTC questionnaires. ResultsThe mean score for overall quality of life was 69.3 ± 21.9. Among the functional scales, emotional functioning, social functioning, sexual functioning, and sexual pleasure were the most affected, with 21.1 respectively; 23.7; 78.9, and 86.8 % of patients who had a bad score. Nausea/vomiting, loss of appetite, and hair loss are the symptoms that most affected the QoL of our patients with respectively 19.7; 21.1, and 52, % of patients who had a bad score. Financial difficulties also negatively affected the QoL of our patients (55.3 % had a poor score). The factors significantly associated with QoL deterioration were the metastatic stage, the presence of anemia, and the triple-negative immunohistochemical subtype. ConclusionThe overall quality of life of our patients was good. The psychosocial factors that were most affected in our patients were emotional functioning, social functioning, sexual functioning, and financial difficulties. The physical factors that most negatively affected the QoL of our patients were nausea/vomiting, loss of appetite and hair loss, presence of anemia, metastatic stage, and triple negative immunohistochemical type.

The Application of Trauma-Informed Care to Health Care for Military-Connected Individuals.

Military families face unique stressors beyond civilian life, such as deployments, frequent relocations, and the potential for combat, all of which can significantly impact well-being. A trauma-informed care (TIC) approach to military medicine is paramount; however, a critical gap exists, with no published curricula to guide practitioners in employing TIC in the care of military-connected individuals. We delivered a 50-minute interactive and virtual session to second-year medical students at the Uniformed Services University (USU) that reviewed the neurobiology of adversity and the relevance of TIC in caring for military-connected populations. Participants completed a 14-question pre- and posttest on perceived knowledge, attitudes, practice, and confidence, as well as posttest questions evaluating session quality. The USU Institutional Review Board approved this evaluation. One hundred sixty medical students participated in the session, with 78 matched pre- and posttest responses. We observed a statistically significant pre-post improvement (p ≤ .05) in all category scores, with the largest changes in knowledge (1.33) and confidence (1.33). On a 5-point Likert scale, with 5 being best, mean scores for overall quality of the session and relevance of the material to participants' learning and future practice were 3.95 and 4.20, respectively. By equipping health care providers with knowledge and confidence to apply TIC in military medicine, we can improve the well-being of service members and their families across both military and civilian health care settings. Broader implementation of this program has potential to improve patient outcomes and overall health care delivery for this population.

The Effect of Fordyce Happiness Training on Life Expectancy and Quality of Life in Hemodialysis Patients: An Intervention Study in Yazd, Iran

Background: Dialysis patients frequently experience issues such as fear, reduced social activity, and hopelessness due to lifestyle changes and treatment requirements. Objectives: This study aimed to determine the effect of Fordyce happiness training on quality of life and life expectancy in hemodialysis patients. Methods: This quasi-experimental intervention study involved 48 hemodialysis patients who were referred to Shahid Rahnemoun Hospital in Yazd, Iran, and selected through simple random sampling. Data collection tools included the Quality-of-Life Questionnaire for Kidney Patients (KDQOL-36) and the Miller Life Examination Questionnaire. Patients participated in ten 60-minute training sessions, held twice weekly. Data were collected at baseline and one month after the intervention and analyzed using SPSS 21 software. Results: Following Fordyce's happiness training, levels of potassium (K), creatinine (Cr), and blood urea nitrogen (BUN) in patients significantly decreased. Before the intervention, the mean scores for quality of life and life expectancy in dialysis patients were 51.9 ±28.27 and 169.75 ±11.95, respectively, which increased to 64.66 ±27.17 and 179.95 ±9.37 after the intervention. Paired t-test results indicated that Fordyce happiness training had a statistically significant positive effect on patients' quality of life (P < 0.05) and life expectancy (P < 0.05). Conclusions: The Fordyce happiness training program can improve quality of life and life expectancy in dialysis patients. In other words, happiness training may serve as a preventive strategy against mental disorders such as depression, anxiety, and life dissatisfaction in dialysis patients.

Sexual health counseling improves the sexual satisfaction of breast cancer survivors: a randomized controlled trial.

Breast cancer and its treatments can cause sexual problems both physically and psychologically by the changes it brings. This study aimed to investigate the effect of sexual health counseling based on acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) on the sexual satisfaction of women with chemotherapy-induced menopause (CIM) in breast cancer survivors. Seventy women with CIM were randomly divided into two intervention (N = 34) and control (N = 36) groups. The intervention group attended eight sessions of 90-min sexual health counseling based on ACT. The control group received an educational booklet. The Sexual Satisfaction Scale for Women(SSS-W), the Sexual Quality of Life-Female questionnaire(SQOL-F), and the Menopause Rating Scale(MRS) were used to collect data before, after, and 1month after the intervention in both groups. The mean score of sexual satisfaction (F = 45.67, P < 0.001) and sexual quality of life (F = 33.39, P < 0.001) were significantly higher after the intervention and follow-up than before intervention in the intervention group. Also, the mean score of menopausal symptoms was significantly lower after the intervention and follow-up than before intervention in the intervention group (F = 11.80, P < 0.001). However, the mean score of sexual satisfaction (F = 0.02, P = 0.98), sexual quality of life (F = 0.05, P = 0.94), and menopausal symptoms (F = 0.08, P = 0.92) did not show significant differences before, after, and 1month after the intervention in the control group. Therefore, sexual health counseling based on ACT seems to have salutary effect on sexual satisfaction, sexual quality of life, and menopausal symptoms of women with breast cancer who experience CIM. This randomized control trial has been approved by Iranian Registry of Clinical Trials, IRCT20230105057055N1 at 2023-01-29.

Patient satisfaction with synchronous telehealth care after strabismus surgery

BackgroundTo measure patient satisfaction with synchronous telehealth care, we administered the Telemedicine Satisfaction Questionnaire (TSQ) to assess the quality of care provided, its similarity to face-to-face meetings, and patients’ perception of the interaction. MethodsThe Portuguese version of the TSQ was administered during 2022 to patients who received postoperative synchronous telehealth care after strabismus surgery in Curitiba, Brazil, from 2020 to 2022. The interval between the questionnaire application and teleconsultation ranged from 2 to 22 months after the telehealth encounter. All patients received synchronous telehealth care from the same surgeon (LMH) between postoperative days 7 and 10 and attended an in-person consultation on postoperative day 30 6 months after surgery, and yearly thereafter. ResultsWe analyzed the data for 53 patients, of whom 26 (49%) were male and 28 (53%) were <18 years of age. Synchronous telehealth care was considered an excellent experience, with an overall average TSQ rating of 4.3 on a scale of 1-5. The mean score for quality of care provided was 4.1; for similarity of care to face-to-face meetings, 4.5; and for patients’ perception of the interaction, 4.5. ConclusionsRatings of the synchronous telehealth care were strongly associated with the 30-day postoperative evaluation, and patient perceptions of the quality of care in the telehealth encounter were positive.

The Effect of Mother's Breastsleeping Behavior on Attachment and Postpartum Sleep Quality.

Nowadays, the increasing importance of mother-infant contact, the significant impact of mother and baby's sleep quality, and the positive effects on breastfeeding are factors that make breastfeeding sleep important. The aim of this study was to examine the effect of mothers' breastsleeping behavior on attachment and postpartum sleep quality. This study is cross-sectional. The research was conducted with 202 mothers. The data of the study were collected using a descriptive information form, the Maternal Attachment Scale (MAS), and the Postpartum Sleep Quality Scale (PSQS). Data were analyzed using the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) (IBM SPSS Statistics for Windows, version 22.0. Armonk, NY: IBM Corp.) for Windows 22.0 software. There was no statistically significant difference between the groups in terms of the MAS score and PSQS score of mothers who breastsleep and mothers who did not. No statistically significant difference was found when the mothers' socio-demographic characteristics, breastsleeping-related characteristics, maternal attachment, and sleep quality mean scores were compared (P > 0.05). The literature is very limited in assessing the effects of breastsleeping on mothers' sleep quality and attachment. This study found that breastsleeping did not affect maternal sleep quality and attachment.

Health-related Quality of Life among Patients with Type II Diabetes Mellitus

Background: Diabetes mellitus is a chronic disease that causes considerable morbidity and mortality worldwide, resulting in an impaired quality of life in affected people. Aim: To assess health-related quality of life among patients with type II diabetes mellitus and its associated factors. Methods: A cross-sectional study design was conducted from January to July 2022 at Ribat University Hospital in Khartoum and Abdallah Khalil Diabetic Centre in Omdurman. A total of 400 patients with type II diabetes who visited the referred clinics were enrolled in the study. Data was collected by face-to-face interview using the revised Diabetes Quality of Life instrument to assess the health-related quality of life. Data was analyzed using SPSS version 23.0 and summarized using tables and charts. The association between health-related quality of life and sociodemographic characteristics, clinical factors and lifestyle factors was obtained using chi-square test. Results: The mean score for overall health-related quality of life was 29.3 ± 11.5 while each domain of “satisfaction”, “impact” and “worry” had mean scores of 13.7 ± 4.9, 8.5 ± 4.4 and 7.1 ± 3.7, respectively. Since the scores obtained were only approximately half of the possible range of scores for quality of life, the overall health-related quality of life is considered to be moderate. This study also revealed that 40% of the participants have poor health-related quality of life. The relationship between HbA1c level &amp; health-related quality of life was statistically significant (P value = 0.044) in which high glycosylated hemoglobin levels was associated with poor quality of life. Gender, age, education level, marital status, duration of diabetes and the presence of comorbidities and complications had statistically significant association with health-related quality of life. Conclusion: This study demonstrates a moderate overall health-related quality of life among patients with T2DM. Besides, it also demonstrates a low quality of life among 40% of patients with T2D, suggesting that quality of life should be included in any modality used for treating diabetic patients.

Distal biceps tendon repair: outcome and complications with single incision anchor fixation.

The purpose of this study is to evaluate the functional outcome and quality of life in distal biceps tendon repair with single incision technique and anchor fixation method. A retrospective cohort study was made of patients with complete distal biceps tendon rupture. The chosen repair method was single incision technique with anchor fixation. The outcome was assessed with functional testing of the elbow with strength and ROM. Additionally Mayo elbow performance index, Oxford elbow score, Disability arm hand shoulder questionnaire and patient rated elbow evaluation scores were used to evaluate quality of life. Of the 28 patients, the average strength in flexion and supination was decreased with 91% and 89% of the strength compared to the non-injured arm. ROM was preserved in flexion, extension, supination and pronation. The mean scores for quality of life evaluation were MEPS = 96 ± 7.8, OES = 46.8 ± 1.9, DASH = 1.0 ± 1.9 and PREE = 2.0 ± 3.6. LABCN injury was the most common temporary complication with 30% followed by pain with 23%. Two patients were identified with HO and 1 patient was identified with median nerve injury. There were no cases of radioulnar synostosis and PIN injury. Overall strength in flexion and supination were slightly decreased with preserved ROM. Patients reported nearly perfect quality of life as demonstrated with the scores. The complications rate was high with mainly minor complications. Distal biceps tendon repair with single incision technique and anchor fixation overall leads to a very satisfying outcome.

The Fear of COVID-19 Pandemic Effects on Couples' Relationship and Sexual Quality of Life Female: A Study from Iran

Background: The enduring COVID-19 pandemic has implications for the sexual wellbeing of diverse populations, notably women. This worldwide emergency persists in affecting daily routines of individuals, as research indicates that alterations in lifestyle and imposed limitations are linked to mental health challenges. Aim: The objective of this research is to examine the interpersonal dynamics of couples and the sexual well-being of women in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic. Methods: This cross-sectional research involved 395 female participants who utilized Google Forms to complete online questionnaires in Iran from November 2022 to December 2022. The data collection instruments comprised the Sexual Quality of Life-Female (SQOL-F) questionnaire, Depression Anxiety Stress Scale (DASS), Relationship Rating Scale (RAS), and Fear of COVID-19 Scale. Statistical analyses employed in the study included independent t-test, one-way ANOVA, Tukey post hoc test, and Univariate and Multiple linear regression. Results: The average age of female participants in the study was 31.97 years, with a standard deviation of 9.04. The mean scores for sexual quality of life among women were 64.82 with a standard deviation of 11.93, 18.28 with a standard deviation of 4.48 for DASS, 22.48 with a standard deviation of 4.30 for RAS, and 12.88 with a standard deviation of 3.93 for fear of COVID-19 scale. Univariate linear regression analysis indicated a significant association between the quality of sexual life and fear of COVID-19 (P = 0.001), DASS (P = 0.001), and RAS (P = 0.007). The study found a noteworthy and negative impact of fear related to COVID-19 and DASS on the sexual quality of life of women (P &lt; 0.05). Conclusion: The anxiety stemming from the COVID-19 outbreak seems to have repercussions on the dynamics of romantic partnerships and the sexual well-being of women. Furthermore, the pandemic is associated with heightened levels of anxiety, stress, and depression. It is recommended that further research be undertaken to explore the mental health of women and its implications on their sexual experiences in the aftermath of the COVID-19 crisis.

The Correlation Between Quality of Care and Mental Health and Behavioral Problems Among Vietnamese Adolescents in Social Support Facilities

Background: Previous studies have shown the negative impact of institutional care on children’s physical and mental health. However, in addition to the form of care, the quality of care is an important factor in children’s mental health. This study explored the quality of care and the association between the quality of care and mental health issues among adolescents in Vietnam social support facilities (SSFs). Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted with 273 institutionalized adolescents who lived in SSFs and 273 adolescents cared for by family. Depressive symptoms, anxiety symptoms, sleep problems, behavioral problems, and quality of care were measured. Descriptive statistics were calculated, and multiple linear regression analysis was performed. Results: The quality of care was rated as quite high by institutionalized adolescents. However, the mean score for quality of care was significantly lower for institutionalized adolescents than for the comparison group. The quality of physical care did not show a significant relationship with mental health risk, except for anxiety. In contrast, emotional care was negatively associated with all common mental health problems including anxiety (beta = –0.40, P &lt; .001), depression (beta = –0.31, P &lt; .01), conduct behavior (beta = –0.30, P &lt; .01) and sleep problems (beta = –0.30, P &lt; .01). An increase in emotional care was therefore associated with a decrease in mental health problems. Conclusions: Emotional care is more important than physical care for adolescents in SSFs. It is necessary to improve the quality of care, particularly emotional care, for adolescents to reduce the risk of mental health problems.

The Effect of Reiki on the Self-Efficacy, Death Anxiety, and Sleep Quality of Patients Diagnosed With Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease: A Randomized-Controlled Study.

Reiki has been used for various medical problems. The present study aims to determine the effects of Reiki therapy on the self-efficacy, death anxiety, and sleep quality of patients diagnosed with COPD. The present used a quasi-experimental model with a pretest-posttest control group. The subjects (n=75) were recruited from a hospital in Turkey, between February and June 2019. Subjects were then assigned to Reiki (n=39) and placebo (n=36) groups. In this study, it was determined that there was a statistically significant difference in the mean scores of self-efficacy, death anxiety, and sleep quality between the Reiki and placebo groups (P <.05).These results suggest that Reiki exercise increased the self-efficacy and sleep quality levels and decreased the death anxiety.

Effectiveness of educational intervention on quality of life in adults with thalassemia major: A quasi-experimental study based on PRECEDE model.

Due to the adverse effects of their disease, patients with thalassemia major face many problems such as a lack of proper growth, enlarged spleen and liver, bone disorders, especially the bones of the head and face. As a result of the long treatment process of this disease, other aspects of their life are also affected. The physical and mental problems in this population of patients will lead to frustration and lower social performance and quality of life. The present study aimed to explore the effect of an educational intervention based on the PRECEDE model on quality of life of adults with thalassemia major in Hormozgan province. The present quasi-experimental study was conducted on 234 adults with major thalassemia who visited the thalassemia medical centers in Hormozgan province in 2022. The participants were selected through a simple randomization from two cities of Hormozgan province (Bandar Abbas as the intervention group and Minab as the control). Each group had an equal number of participants (n = 117). The data were collected using a demographic information questionnaire, a researcher-made questionnaire based on the model constructs and the SF-12 quality of life questionnaire. The instruments were once administered before the intervention and once again 4 months after the intervention. The educational intervention included 3 sessions a week, each 60 min in length, shared in WhatsApp and Telegram. The data were analyzed in statistical package for the social sciences version 24 using Mann-Whitney U-test, chi-square test, Wilcoxon's test, and analysis of covariance. The results showed that after the educational intervention, the mean scores of knowledge, attitude, self-efficacy, enabling afctors, reinforcing factors and the mean score of overall quality of life increased significantly in the intervention group compared to the control (p < 0.05). The covariance analysis showed when the effect of the pretest score is removed, the mean scores of the model constructs and the quality of life are significantly different in the two groups. Educational interventions based on the PRECEDE model can help identify factors affecting the quality of life on many aspects in patients with thalassemia major. Thus, these interventions help improve patients' quality of life. The present findings can guide health policy makers and experts use modern educational interventions to develop the educational content to promote a healthy lifestyle and self-management in certain diseases such as thalassemia major.

Psychological Distress and Quality of Life in Hepatitis Patients: The Mediating Role of Hope

This study examined the association between psychological distress, hope, and quality of life in patients with hepatitis. A correlational research design was employed, and 200 hepatitis patients (100 males &amp; 100 females) were chosen using purposive sampling from various hospitals in Faisalabad city. The variables were evaluated using the Kessler psychological distress scale, hope index, and quality of life scale. The data was analyzed using the Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS). The results indicate a substantial negative association between psychological distress and both hope and quality of life, and a strong positive association between hope and life quality. The finding of the mediation analysis also showed that hope was a significant partial mediator in the association between psychological distress and quality of life. The t-test analysis revealed no statistically significant variations in the mean scores for psychological distress, hope, and quality of life between man and women hepatitis patients. The findings of the present research have implications for a range of health-related areas, including the use of the study findings by healthcare professionals in treating patients suffering from life-threatening chronic conditions such as hepatitis.

Smoking has detrimental effects on voice related Quality of Life of University Teachers.

To compare voice related quality of life of smoker and non-smoker university teachers. This Cross-Sectional descriptive study was conducted at Riphah International University over a period of six months January to June, 2022. A sample of N=352 University teachers of both genders, aged 25 to 65 years, who were faculty members and working at least 8 hours per day in teaching positions with at least one-year experience were included in the study. Demographic sheet, Voice Related Quality of Life (VRQOL) and Voice Handicap Index (VHI) were used for data collection and analysis conducted on SPSS Version 21. Mean scores of VRQOL and VHI for smokers and non-smokers were compared using Mann Whitney U Test. & Spearman's correlation was utilized to determine any association between the tool scores. P<0.01 was considered significant. Results reveal that the mean score of Voice related quality of life scale was significantly (p=0.000) higher in smokers compared to non-smokers indicating worse voice quality in smokers. Similarly, voice handicap index scores were much higher in smokers (p=0.000) indicating more handicap in the smokers. The study concludes that smoking has a detrimental effect on voice and voice related quality of life of university teachers and voice related quality of life as determined by VRQOL scale is significantly better in non-smokers.

A closer look at depression and sleep quality relation: A cross-sectional study of taxi drivers in Tabriz metropolis.

Taxi drivers play a significant role in urban mobility and safety as professional drivers. They typically have poor incomes, long work hours, lack of sleep, and high levels of stress, which increase the risk of physical and mental illnesses. The goal of this study was to explore the relationship between sleep disorders and depression among Tabriz metropolis taxi drivers. Using the street intercept technique, a cross-sectional study was conducted with the participation of 402 taxi drivers in Tabriz during January and March 2020. Data collection tools included the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI) and Patient Health Questionnaire as well as demographic information. Twenty taxi stops were used as sampling sites, and the method used was random sampling based on the number of drivers at each stop. Statistical analysis was performed using Stata 13. The majority of drivers worked an average of 6 days each week, with a mean tenure of 13.3 years. The sleep quality mean score for drivers was 5 (SD = 2.3). Approximately, 21% of them had sleep disorder (PSQI >6). Moderate depression was recognized in 13% of drivers and moderately severe depression has been found in 5% of them. Drivers were more likely to experience sleep disorders if they had mild (odds ratio [OR] = 3.9), moderate (OR = 16.4), or fairly severe depression symptoms (OR = 35.3). A seven times higher risk of depression was identified among drivers with sleep disorders. It might be contended that a mutual relationship has been found between sleep disorders and depression, and disregarding this will deteriorate sleep turbulences. Considering the pivotal role of taxi drivers in urban mobility, accommodating initiatives that give a break time for drivers and improve their mental health is recommended.

The Effect of Breathing and Relaxation Exercises Training on Psychological Well-Being and Sleep Quality in Individuals Diagnosed With Schizophrenia: A Randomized Controlled Study.

This study was conducted to determine the effect of breathing and relaxation exercises training on psychological well-being and sleep quality in individuals diagnosed with schizophrenia. This study was conducted at a community mental health center between October 2022 and April 2023 as a randomized controlled study with a pretest-posttest control group. The study's participants were 64 individuals diagnosed with schizophrenia (31 in the experimental group and 33 in the control group). The Descriptive Characteristics Form, the Psychological Well-being Scale, and the Pittsburg Sleep Quality Index were used to collect data. The individuals in the experimental group underwent 6 sessions of breathing and relaxation exercises training in the form of group training, and no training was applied to the individuals in the control group. It was determined that the individuals in the experimental group had an increase in the total mean score of psychological well-being and a decrease in the total mean score of sleep quality after breathing and relaxation exercise training. In addition, a statistically significant difference was found between the posttest psychological well-being and sleep quality total mean scores of the experimental and control groups (P <.05). It can be said that breathing and relaxation exercises training can be used as an effective intervention to increase the psychological well-being and sleep quality of individuals diagnosed with schizophrenia and can be used in addition to pharmacological treatment.

Breaking Points: Exploring the Well-Being of Egyptian Social Workers Amid Covid-19

AbstractThe COVID-19 pandemic has brought unprecedented challenges and stressors for social workers, often at the forefront of responding to crises. The pandemic has disrupted their professional practices, increased their workload, and exposed them to health risks. As a result, the well-being of social workers has become a growing concern, especially in countries with limited resources. The present study used a cross-sectional web-based survey to assess the prevalence rates of anxiety, stress, sleep quality, and overall well-being in a sample of 216 social workers employed in public medical facilities in Egypt during the COVID-19 epidemic. It also investigated the factors that influence their well-being. The results showed that half of the social workers (51.4%) scored 10 or higher on the General Anxiety Disorder scale (GAD-7), 83.3% scored ≥ 14 on PSS-10, and the mean score for sleep quality was 7.24 (SD = 2.10). Over half (58.3%) scored 50 or lower on the World Health Organization Wellbeing scale (WHO-5). Multivariable logistic regression analysis showed that younger social workers and those who scored ≤ 9 on GAD-7 were more likely to report a higher level of well-being. A higher score on PSS-10 was associated with a decrease in overall well-being. Working with family members of COVID-19 patients and sleep quality were not associated with WHO-5. These findings highlight the significant impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the mental health of social workers in Egypt, underscoring the importance of providing adequate support and resources to address their well-being.