Self-Esteem Scale Research Articles

The Association of Exercise and Self-Esteem among First-Year Students Registered at a Rural University In South Africa

Introduction Students who move from secondary school to tertiary institutions may experience stressors that lead to low self-esteem. This may, however, be alleviated by exercise. The aim of the study was to investigate the association of exercise with self-esteem among first-year students enrolled at a University in South Africa. Methods A cross-sectional survey design was used. The study sample consisted of 320 randomly selected first-year students, 160 students who exercised regularly and 160 students who did not exercise. Data was collected using the Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale (RSE). The data were analysed using both non-inferential and inferential statistics. Results There were no statistically significant differences between the different ages and ethnicities with exercise and self-esteem. Exercisers had a slightly larger (14%) likelihood than non-participants of having more positive self-esteem, as shown by the OR of 1.14 (CI 1.06, 1.22). Discussion: Men and women who exercised had higher self-esteem scores than those who did not exercise. Those who exercised had a higher likelihood of having a positive sense of self. Conclusion First-year university students should include exercise in their activities as this is related to higher self-esteem.

Assessment of stigmatization and self-esteem in patients with epilepsy

AimThis study was conducted to examine the relationship between stigmatization and self-esteem of patients with epilepsy. MethodsThis cross-sectional study was conducted with 216 patients at a university hospital in Van, a province in eastern Turkey. The researcher prepared the data collection tools, including a personal information form, Jacoby Stigma Scale and the Rosenberg self-esteem scale, in line with the literature. The Jacoby stigma scale was applied to assess stigma. Data analysis was performed using t-test, one-way analysis of variance (ANOVA), and Tukey, LSD coefficient. ResultsThe mean total stigmatization score of patients with epilepsy was 21.11 ± 10.00, while the mean total self-esteem score was 20.26 ± 5.16. The study found a significant negative correlation between stigmatization and self-esteem scores (r = -0.411; p < 0.05). ConclusionThe research study revealed that patient with epilepsy have a high perception of stigma and low selfesteem levels.

The Relationship and Effects of Self-Esteem and Body Shape on Eating Disorder Behavior: A Cross-Sectional Survey of Chinese University Students.

Eating disorders (EDs) have become a global public health concern among adolescents and young adults. However, Chinese university students exhibit a high prevalence of eating disorders. This study aims to investigate the effects of self-esteem (SE) and body shape (BS) on ED behaviors among Chinese university students. Using random sampling, 946 Chinese university students (aged 18 to 24, M = 19.94, SD = 1.04) participated in a survey comprising the Sick, Control, One, Fat, and Food Questionnaire (SCOFF-Q), the Body Shape Questionnaire (BS-Q), and the Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale (RS-S) to assess their eating disorder or non-eating disorder (NED) behavior. There was a significant positive correlation between body shape and eating disorder behaviors (r = 0.19, p < 0.01), while there was a significant negative correlation between self-esteem and eating disorder behaviors (r = -0.14, p = 0.001 < 0.01). Gender was a moderating factor in the relationship between body shape and eating disorder behaviors (t = 3.14, p = 0.002 < 0.01), while parents' marital status was a moderating factor in the relationship between self-esteem and eating disorder behavior (t = 2.72, p = 0.007 < 0.01). Body shape (z = 6.47, p = 0.001 < 0.01), self-esteem (z = -2.81, p = 0.005 < 0.05), and gender (z = 3.06, p = 0.002 < 0.01) significantly influenced eating disorder behavior among Chinese university students aged 18-24 years. There was a direct effect between body shape and self-esteem and eating disorder behaviors among Chinese university students aged 18-24 years. Alarmingly, female university students are becoming susceptible to external influences on self-esteem and body shape, leading to eating disorder behaviors at an increasingly younger age in China.

Partner betrayal trauma and trust: Understanding the impact on attachment style and self-esteem

Dismissal of an individual's emotional experience by their significant others can have a massive impact on the psychological well-being of the individual. Betrayal trauma discusses the prevalent social phenomenon and its short- as well as long-term impacts on an individual. This study focused on betrayal trauma in romantic relationships. It aimed to find its relation with an individual's self-esteem and attachment styles, with trust as a mediating variable. The tools used in the study- were the partner betrayal trauma trust scale, adult attachment scale and self-esteem scale, each of which was a self-report measurement scale circulated among young adults in the Indian population. The study consisted of 140 participants (n = 140) with a mean age of 21.7 and a standard deviation (SD) of 2.05. The participants included 85% female, 16% male, 3% of the participants identified as genderfluid, and 2% of the participants preferred not to mention their gender. The results from the study show that betrayal trauma in romantic relationships is related to an individual's attachment style and self-esteem. A positive significant correlation was found between betrayal trauma, self-esteem and attachment style, which reveals the impact of betrayal trauma on the psychological well-being of an individual. These findings may aid mental health practitioners in helping young adults resolve their relationship crises and enhance their lifestyles in India.

Relationships among self-esteem, depression and self-injury in adolescents: a longitudinal study.

Non-suicidal self-injury is a widespread mental health concern among adolescents. This study aimed to examine the relationship between self-esteem, depression, and self-injury among adolescents using a longitudinal research design. The Self-Esteem Scale (SES), Child Depression Inventory (CDI), and Adolescent Self-Injury Scale (ASIS) were used to follow up 1,265 junior middle school students on three occasions with six-month intervals. At all three time points, there were significant gender differences in self-esteem, depression, and self-injury. Self-esteem was negatively correlated with depression and self-injury at all three time points, while depression and self-injury were significantly positively correlated. Cross-lagged analysis revealed that self-esteem at Time 1 (T1) did not significantly predict self-injury at Time 2 (T2), but self-esteem (T2) significantly predicted self-injury at Time 3 (T3; β = -0.079, p < 0.05). Similarly, self-injury (T1) significantly predicted self-esteem (T2; β = -0.140, p < 0.001), and self-injury (T2) significantly predicted self-esteem (T3; β = -0.071, p < 0.01). Horizontal and longitudinal mediating analysis showed that depression served as a complete mediator in both the pathway from self-esteem to self-injury and from self-injury to self-esteem. Cross-lagged analysis showed that self-esteem (T1) significantly predicts depression (T2; β = -0.070, p < 0.05), which in turn predict self-injury (T3; β = 0.126, p < 0.001). Similarly, self-injury (T1) predicted depression (T2; β = 0.055, p < 0.05), which further predicted self-esteem (T3; β = -0.218, p < 0.001). The self-esteem, depression, and self-injury of adolescents are closely related; self-esteem and self-injury predict each other; self-esteem indirectly affects self-injury through depression; and self-injury indirectly affects self-esteem through depression. Based on the relationship of bi-directional prediction of self-esteem and self-injury mediated by depression, this study proposes a theoretical model of depression-mediated self-esteem and self-injury cycle.

Samoocena a poczucie samotności młodych dorosłych

Introduction: The rapidly-growing sense of loneliness should be regarded as one of the key challenges of the modern world, which we cannot approach with negligence. How young people cope with loneliness, and how they experience and perceive it, strongly depends on their subjective perception of themselves, their self-esteem and self-concept. Research Aim: This paper presents the author’s own study which was aimed at analysing the relationship between self-esteem and the sense of loneliness among young adults. The study involved 314 people aged between 18 and 33. Method: The diagnostic survey method was used along with the following research tools: the Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale (SES), and the Revised R-Scale ‒ UCLA. Results: The average global self-esteem score was M = 27.7, out of 40 points possible, with the minimum score of 10 points. The results of the study reveal that nearly 50% of the respondents are characterised by very low or low self-esteem (154 respondents). More than 20% of the respondents (69 people) represent an average level of self-esteem, while high and very high levels of self-esteem are reported by nearly 30% of the respondents (91 people). The average overall score for the analyses of the sense of loneliness among young adults was M = 41, out of 80 points possible, with the minimum score of 20 points. As regards individual aspects of the sense of loneliness, the scores ranked low or average. The analyses performed in the study reveal that there is a negative correlation between the variables analysed, meaning that higher levels of self-esteem are accompanied by a lower sense of loneliness among young adults. Conclusion: The results of this study provide an important premise for undertaking preventive and therapeutic interventions aimed at young adults, to prevent and reduce their levels of perceived loneliness.

Structural validity of the Rosenberg self-esteem scale in patients with schizophrenia in Indonesia.

The Rosenberg self-esteem scale (RSES) is a commonly employed instrument for measuring self-esteem in the general population and those with mental illness. However, confirmatory factor analyses (CFA) to determine the structural validity of the RSES for schizophrenia patients in Indonesia are limited. We examined the structural validity of the RSES as a measurement for patients with schizophrenia in Indonesia through confirmatory factor analyses (CFA), as well as assessing internal consistency and reliability. The sample comprised 260 participants. Over two weeks, 30 subjects were added to investigate test-retest reliability. The structural validity analyzed was based on a CFA to determine the model fit. We used internal consistency (Ordinal alpha) to evaluate the reliability evidence. Four different models were analyzed in this study. Considering the single-factor model (Model 1a), the overall fit criteria were inadequate. However, after some modification indices, all fit criteria were significantly adequate (Model 1b). The adequacy of all fit standards remained satisfactory when the two-factor model (Model 2) and hierarchical model (Model 3) were applied. The RSES had an ordinal alpha coefficient of 0.75. While 0.89 and 0.88 for the positive and negative self-esteem subscale, respectively. Test-retest reliability yielded adequate results with an interclass correlation score ranging from 0.87 to 0.93. The current investigation provided evidence supporting the structural validity, internal consistency, and reliability of the RSES, indicating that the RSES can be considered a valid and reliable measurement. A two-factor model of RSES was an appropriate model to measure self-esteem in our study. This finding suggests that the use of the RSES is beneficial and applicable in assessing levels of self-esteem in individuals diagnosed with schizophrenia in Indonesia.

The relationship between parenting style and the stigma of mental illness in adolescent athletes: the chain mediating role of self-esteem and mental toughness

The stigma surrounding mental illness is pervasive among athletes competing at the highest levels, and the adolescent athlete’s parenting style, self-esteem, and mental toughness are intimately linked to this stigma. These factors are particularly influential in determining the future career trajectory and athletic pursuits of young athletes. The objective of this study is to examine the correlation between parenting style and the stigma of mental toughness in adolescent athletes, while also confirming the intermediary influence of self-esteem and mental toughness in the relationship between the two variables. A survey was initiated on randomly selected 386 athletes at or above Level I in Guangdong Province through standardized questionnaires based on a parenting assessment scale, self-stigma scale, self-esteem scale, and mental toughness scale. The analysis and experimentation show that parenting style has a significant negative predictive impact on the self-esteem, mental toughness, and mental illness stigma of adolescent athletes. The impact of age and gender on the above factors are also explored. Furthermore, parenting style was also found to indirectly predict mental illness stigma through a chain mediation effect of self-esteem and mental toughness. These results highlight the importance of considering parenting style in improving the self-esteem and mental toughness of adolescent athletes, with the ultimate goal of reducing the stigma of mental illness among this population.

Prevalence and correlates of imposter syndrome and self-esteem among medical students at Jazan University, Saudi Arabia: A cross-sectional study.

Imposter syndrome (IS) and low self-esteem (SE) are common issues affecting medical students that can impact their well-being and development. This study aimed to assess the prevalence and factors associated with IS and SE among medical students at Jazan University, Saudi Arabia. In this cross-sectional study, 523 medical students in years 2-6 at Jazan University, Saudi Arabia, completed validated questionnaires on IS (Young Imposter Scale) and SE (Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale). Sociodemographic factors were also collected. Descriptive statistics and logistic regression analyses were used to analyze IS and SE prevalence and correlates. Five hundred twenty-three students with a mean age of 22.09 ± 1.933 participated. The prevalence of low SE and positive IS was 17.6% and 24.3%, respectively. IS and SE had a significant negative correlation (p<0.001). Several sociodemographic factors were associated with increased IS, including 2nd and 4th-year students, forced study choice, and a grade point average (GPA) of 3.0-3.49 (P<0.05). Paternal education beyond high school was associated with lower IS (P<0.05). Logistic regression analyses confirmed that 2nd-year students had a 3.88 times higher odds ratio (OR) (95% confidence interval (CI); 2.19-6.88), and 4th-year students had a 2.37 times higher OR (95% CI; 1.40-4.02) of IS than other years. For SE, advanced academic years, forced study choice, 7+ hours of sleep, and a GPA above 3.5 were associated with higher levels (P<0.05). Negative self-appraisals were associated with lower SE, while positive attitudes were associated with higher SE (P<0.05). Our study reveals that IS and low SE are prevalent among Jazan University, Saudi Arabia, medical students. Therefore, intervention courses that address these issues in medical education at Jazan University, Saudi Arabia, may be necessary to support medical students' well-being and academic success.

Self-Esteem, Social Appearance Anxiety and Quality of Life among Adolescents with Acne

Background: Acne is a common dermatological condition affecting adolescents, often leading to psychological issues such as low self-esteem and social appearance anxiety. Understanding the impact of acne on quality of life during adolescence is crucial for developing effective interventions. Objective: To explore the relationship between acne, self-esteem, social appearance anxiety, and quality of life among adolescents, and to identify gender differences and significant predictors of quality of life in this population. Methods: This cross-sectional study employed purposive sampling to recruit 327 adolescents aged 12-19 years from various educational institutions in Islamabad and Rawalpindi. Participants completed the Cardiff Acne Disability Index (CADI), Social Appearance Anxiety Scale (SAAS), Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale (RSES), and Teenager's Quality of Life Index (T-QoL). Informed consent was obtained directly from participants aged 18 and older, and from guardians for those younger than 18. Data analysis was performed using SPSS version 25, employing Pearson's correlation, t-tests, and linear regression to assess relationships and predictors. Reliability of the scales was confirmed, and psychometric properties were evaluated. Results: Significant correlations were found between acne and social appearance anxiety (r = 0.523, p &lt; 0.01), acne and self-esteem (r = -0.320, p &lt; 0.01), and acne and quality of life (r = 0.566, p &lt; 0.01). Females reported higher self-esteem (M = 27.46, SD = 4.59) compared to males (M = 26.33, SD = 3.50, t(325) = -2.52, p = 0.01). Social appearance anxiety was the most significant predictor of quality of life (β = 0.61, p &lt; 0.01), followed by self-esteem (β = -0.12, p = 0.01). Conclusion: Acne significantly impacts adolescents' psychological well-being, particularly through increased social appearance anxiety and reduced self-esteem. Gender differences highlight the need for tailored interventions. Addressing social appearance anxiety can improve the quality of life for adolescents with acne.

Childhood maltreatment, shame, and self-esteem: an exploratory analysis of influencing factors on criminal behavior in juvenile female offenders

ObjectiveThis study aimed to investigate the relationships between childhood maltreatment, shame, and self-esteem among juvenile female offenders and to explore the potential influencing factors on their criminal behavior.MethodsUsing a stratified cluster sampling method, 1,227 juvenile female offenders from 11 provinces in China were surveyed using the Childhood Trauma Questionnaire (CTQ), Self-Esteem Scale (SES), and a self-developed Shame Questionnaire for Juvenile Offenders. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, correlation analysis, chi-square tests, t-tests, and structural equation modeling with mediation analysis.Results(1) Childhood maltreatment have a significant potential influencing factors on criminal behavior; (2) Childhood maltreatment was positively correlated with self-esteem(β = 0.351, p < 0.001); (3) shame (β = 0.042, p < 0.001) mediate the relationship between Childhood maltreatment and self-esteem (childhood maltreatment → shame → self-esteem (95% Cl: 0.033, 0.052)).ConclusionThis study demonstrates that childhood maltreatment is a significant predictor of criminal behavior among juvenile female offenders. childhood maltreatment can directly influence of self-esteem, which can also affect juvenile female offenders’self-esteem indirectly through shame. The findings suggest that shame are important variables that mediate the effect of the juvenile female offenders’childhood maltreatment on their self-esteem.

Reliability and validity of the short version of the childhood abuse self report scale in Chinese college students

BackgroundThe reliability and validity of the current scale for measuring childhood abuse in China are worrying. The development of the Short Version of the Childhood Abuse Self Report Scale (CASRS-12) helps to change this situation, but the effectiveness of the tool has not yet been tested in Chinese participants. This study aims to test the reliability and validity of the CASRS‑12 in Chinese college students.MethodsA total of 932 college students were investigated, of whom 418 were investigated for the first time, and only the CASRS‑12 was filled out. In the second survey, 514 participants filled out the CASRS‑12, Depression Scale, Self-esteem Scale and Subjective Well-being Scale in turn. After 4 weeks, 109 participants were selected for retest.ResultsEach item of the CASRS‑12 had good discrimination. Exploratory factor analysis and confirmatory factor analysis (χ2/df = 4. 18, RMSEA = 0. 079, CFI = 0. 95, TLI = 0. 94, IFI = 0. 95, NFI = 0. 94) all supported the four-factor structure of the scale, and the cumulative contribution rate of variance was 76.05%. Cronbach’s α coefficient and retest reliability were 0.86 and 0.65, respectively. Childhood abuse was positively correlated with depression (r = 0. 42, p < 0.01), and negatively correlated with self-esteem (r=-0. 33, p < 0.01) and subjective well-being (r=-0. 32, p < 0.01).ConclusionThe Chinese version of CASRS‑12 meets the measurement standard and could be used to measure the level of childhood abuse of Chinese college students.

The athlete psychological well-being inventory: Factor equivalence with the sport injury-related growth inventory

Until now, research on growth following sport injury has relied exclusively on retrospective reports and nomothetic measures drawn from other fields of research. Therefore, to more objectively explore growth following sport injury pre- and post-injury, rather than retrospectively, this study adapts and examines the psychometric properties of the Athlete Psychological Well-Being Inventory (APWBI), which can be used throughout the sport injury process (i.e., prior to and following sport injury). A sample of 164 athletes free from injury (71.3 % men; M age = 19.7 years, SD = 2.1) were compared to a sample of 168 athletes with history of previous injury (73.2 % men; M age = 19.7 years, SD = 2.1). Multigroup Confirmatory Factor Analysis demonstrated the measurement and factor equivalence between the APWBI and a retrospective measure, the Sport Injury-Related Growth Inventory (SIRGI). The APWBI also showed satisfactory to excellent internal consistency reliability for all its sub-dimensions (“sense of mastery”, “positive relations with others”, “responsibility for one’s health”, “self-awareness”, “emotional ability”, “purpose in life”, “purpose in sport”, and “body awareness”) and for the total score. Analysis of the relationships with other self-report measures (i.e., the Positive Functioning Inventory, the Rosenberg’s Self-Esteem Scale, and the Lie Scale) provided convergent and discriminant evidence to support the construct validity of the instrument. To conclude, the APWBI is a valid and reliable instrument for use within English-speaking athletes of various competitive levels (from local/county to international level).

The mediating effects of hope on the relationships of social support and self-esteem with psychological resilience in patients with stroke

PurposeTo explore the mediating effect of hope in the relationships between social support and self-esteem with psychological resilience among patients with stroke survivors in early rehabilitation.MethodsA cross-sectional study design was adopted. Data from a cross-sectional survey of 210 patients undergoing early stroke rehabilitation were analyzed using structural equation modeling. The variables of interest were measured using the Connor Davidson Resilience Scale, the Social Support Rating Scale, the Herth Hope Index, and the Self-Esteem Scale. This article reports according to the STROBE checklist.ResultsA positive relationship was found between social support and psychological resilience (β1 = 0.548), which was mediated by hope (β2 = 0.114), and social support had significant direct effect on resilience (β3 = 0.434). A positive relationship was also found between self-esteem and psychological resilience (β4 = 0.380), which was mediated by hope (β5 = 0.200), and self-esteem had significant direct effect on resilience (β6 = 0.179).ConclusionAccording to the results of this study, some strategies can be incorporated into the rehabilitation process to enhance psychological resilience, such as cultivating individual personality characteristics and improving patients’ social relationships. In the future, we need to explore methods for improving psychological resilience among patients with stroke in combination with their risk factors to improve their quality of life and reduce the incidence of post-stroke depression.

Exploring the Effect of Parenting Style on Self-esteem and Emotional Regulation among Young Adults

The research extensively explores the correlation between various parenting styles—namely authoritative, authoritarian, permissive, and neglectful—and their impact on the self-esteem and emotional regulation of young adults. Employing a comprehensive methodology, including the Parental Authority Questionnaire, Emotion Regulation Questionnaire, and Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale, the study analyzes responses from a sample of 200 individuals aged 18-25.

The effect of self-esteem development programme applied to secondary school students on self-esteem and peer bullying victimization: A randomized controlled trial

BackgroundSelf-esteem and peer bullying, which affect the academic success and psychological development of secondary school students, are increasingly becoming a serious problem. AimThis study was conducted to examine the effect of the Self-Esteem Development Programme applied to secondary school students on self-esteem and peer bullying victimization. MethodsThis randomized controlled trial was conducted with 66 students (intervention = 33, control = 33) studying in the 6th grade at a secondary school. Personal Information Form, Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale and Peer Bullying Identification Scale Adolescent Form were used to collect the data. The intervention group received 8 sessions of Self-Esteem Development Programme in the form of one session per week of 45–60 min; the control group continued their routine education programme. ResultsIn the study, after the Self-Esteem Development Programme, the mean self-esteem score of the intervention group increased and the mean peer bullying score decreased, and the difference between the groups was found to be statistically significant (p < 0.05). ConclusionIn conclusion, it can be stated that the Self-Esteem Programme is an effective psychiatric nursing intervention in increasing self-esteem and reducing peer bullying. Implications for practicesStudents with low self-esteem are at risk of exposure to peer bullying. This study provides significant evidence for improving the self-esteem and reducing peer bullying among students who are at risk due to low self-esteem and peer bullying. The results of this study demonstrate that the Self-Esteem Development Programme can be utilized to enhance self-esteem and reduce exposure to peer bullying among students.ClinicalTrials ID: NCT04737374.

Self-Esteem, Self-Satisfaction with Voice, and Self-Assessment with Descriptive Terms of One's Own Voice for Voice Among Brazilian LGBTQIAPN+ People

ObjectivesTo analyze self-esteem, self-satisfaction with voice, and self-assessment with descriptive terms of one's own voice among Brazilian LGBTQIAPN+ people. Study DesignCross-sectional, observational, qualitative-quantitative study. MethodsThe study included any person who identified as Brazilian LGBTQIAPN+ and excluded those under 18 years old. Participants answered a sociodemographic questionnaire, the Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale, and the Descriptive terms of one's own voice (which were analyzed with text processing techniques). The 10 terms most listed as positive or negative were selected for simple logistic regression associated with the Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale. The alpha level of significance used in all analyses was 5%. ResultsThe study considered the responses from 411 participants. It is noteworthy that 92.45% (n=380) of the studied population identified as cisgender. Among the participants, 28 were classified as having unsatisfactory self-esteem, 208 as having average self-esteem, and 178 as having satisfactory self-esteem. Individuals with unsatisfactory scores described themselves using terms such as "high," "boring," "ugly," "unfriendly," and "masculine," while those with average scores used terms like "insecure," "nasal," "out of tune," and "high." Those with satisfactory scores associated themselves with terms such as "expressive," "sympathetic," "kind," "pleasant," and "stable." The terms "cheerful," "adequate," and "boring" significantly associated with the Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale.score. ConclusionLGBTQIAPN+ people with unsatisfactory self-esteem referred to their voices with negative descriptive terms, similar to people with average self-esteem, who often did not select any positive term. On the other hand, people with satisfactory self-esteem assessed their voices with positive descriptive terms and few negative adjectives. People with satisfactory scores are more likely to think that their voice is “cheerful” and less likely to consider it “adequate” or “boring” than people with unsatisfactory scores on the Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale. The majority of participants were cisgender homosexual males, thus caution should be exercised in generalizing the data to the entire community.

Effects of Food Insecurity and Dietary Factors on Sleep Quality and Perceived Stress

Food insecurity is a significant concern at a national level, with college students facing a disproportionate impact. Food insecurity is defined as the lack of access to reliable and nutritious food. The link between food insecurity and perceived stress has been documented in prior research; however, its impact on sleep quality has yet to be studied. Food insecurity may reduce the nutritional quality of their diet and increase stress levels, which may negatively impact their sleep. This study aims to assess the impact of food insecurity and diet habits on perceived stress and sleep quality. Our hypothesis is that individuals with high food insecurity and a low quality diet experience higher perceived stress levels and decreased sleep quality. An anonymous survey was distributed through several social media platforms to individuals over the age of 18. The survey included demographic questions and seven validated scales. The scales included the Food Insecurity Experience Scale, Satisfaction, Alertness, Timing, Effciency, and Duration (SATED) Questionnaire, Health Promoting Activities Scale, Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale, Perceived Stress Scale, International Physical Activity Questionnaire, and the Food Mood Questionnaire. These scales measured level of food insecurity, frequency of self-selected health activities, perceived stress, sleep quality, exercise habits, self-esteem, perceived stress, and dietary habits. Data from 561 individuals were analyzed using Pearson’s Correlation Coeffcient in IBM SPSS Version 28.0. The results reveal that feeling worried about having enough to eat was negatively correlated with sleep quality (r= 0-.177, p&lt;0.01), sleeping between 6 and 8 hours a day (r= 0-.181, p&lt;0.01), having confidence handling personal problems (r= -0.201, p&lt;0.01), and consuming dark leafy vegetables (r= 0-.164, p&lt;0.01). Feeling nervous and stressed was positively correlated with sleeping between 2am and 4am (r= 0.088, p&lt;0.05) and negatively correlated with sleep satisfaction (r= 0-.335, p&lt;0.01). Consuming fruits was positively correlated with sleep satisfaction (r= 0.112, p&lt; 0.01), while consuming nuts was positively correlated with staying awake during the day (r= 0.136, p&lt;0.01). The results suggest a strong relationship between food insecurity, diet quality, mental well-being, and sleep quality. Those who are food insecure are less likely to have adequate nutrition, which could raise their stress levels and increase diffculty sleeping. On the other hand, those who consume a well-balanced diet are more likely to have better quality sleep; however, it is worth noting that those who show signs of mental distress are less likely to have a good sleep quality. No funding was provided for this research study. This is the full abstract presented at the American Physiology Summit 2024 meeting and is only available in HTML format. There are no additional versions or additional content available for this abstract. Physiology was not involved in the peer review process.

Research on the restorative benefits of sky gardens in high-rise buildings based on wearable biosensors and subjective evaluations

BackgroundThe design of sky gardens in high-rise buildings to promote health has recently attracted increased attention. However, little is known about the specific physiologically and psychologically restorative benefits of sky gardens. MethodThis article defined sky garden types according to five indicators in three dimensions based on the characteristics of the high-rise buildings where sky gardens are located: plaza-park, rest-stay and move-pass sky gardens. Typical sky gardens of each type were selected for the subsequent experiment. Thirty-six participants experienced 12 typical case scenarios (432 pictures), and data were collected on physiological responses (skin conductance resistance, SCR; heart rate variability, HRV; electroencephalogram, EEG; and eye movement) and psychological evaluations (emotional valence & arousal self-esteem scale, perceived restrictiveness scale) during the sky garden spatial experience. ResultsThere are significant differences in plaza-park, rest-stay and move-pass type sky gardens, especially in the internal spatial characteristics (size scale, shape index, and elementary richness). The plaza-park sky gardens had better restorative outcomes in visual-physiological (average pupil diameter, average blink count), emotional valence and restrictiveness components of being away, fascination, and coherence. The rest-stay sky gardens had better restorative effects on SCR, HRV, emotional arousal, and compatibility. The move-pass sky gardens had the greatest restorative benefits in the average saccade count. ConclusionsSky gardens in high-rises impact people's physical and psychosocial well-being. The restorative qualities of the three types of sky gardens differ based on their spatial heterogeneity, with large-scale sky gardens, diverse natural landscapes, public facilities, and high void-to-solid ratios having greater restorative potential.

A feasibility and pilot study of a “lifelong learning” intervention for people with dementia

BackgroundDeveloping evidence for the use of psychosocial interventions for people with dementia is a research priority. This pilot study aimed to provide variability estimates for a set of outcome measures that would inform the development of a more extensive controlled study. The larger study will seek to explore the effect of attending a lifelong learning intervention for people with dementia compared to receiving treatment as usual. This pilot and feasibility stage also analysed how data collectors and researchers evaluated the use of the outcome measures in a sample of people with mild to moderate dementia.MethodsBefore initiating the pilot study, a participant consultation was conducted with people with dementia, who attend a lifelong learning service known as a dementia school, and their teachers. From this consultation, the research outcomes identified were the mini-mental state examination (MMSE), Quality-of-Life Alzheimer’s Disease (QoL-AD), General Self-Efficacy Scale (GSE), Rosenberg self-esteem scale, and the Friendship scale. The following study was divided into two steps. In step 1, participants were people with dementia attending a dementia school (intervention group) or usual services (control group). The participants were tested at baseline and at a 6-month follow-up. Data were collected between November 2018 and July 2019. In step 2, feasibility and acceptability issues with the recruitment of participants, data collection process, and outcome measures, identified in step 1, were evaluated through a data collector focus group.ResultsFifty-five people with dementia were included in the analysis. Step 1 provided estimates of changes from baseline to follow-up, and ancillary standard deviations were supplied for all outcome measures. Step 2 provided reflections on the feasibility and acceptability of the intervention, data collection, and outcome measures. This included views on how people with dementia experience participating in a test situation.ConclusionsThis study provided estimates of change and variability in the outcome measures. Additionally, issues regarding data collection were identified and should be addressed in future studies. The project demonstrated how to support people with dementia to participate in research that is meaningful to them.Trial registrationAccording to national legislation, registration with a database of clinical studies was optional, as the study evaluated existing activities rather than a clinical intervention.