Mental Health Of Society Research Articles

Changes in Health Behaviour Factors in Response to COVID-19

The coronavirus pandemic caused profound changes in many aspects of people's lives, especially in the area of health behaviour. The restrictions caused by the pandemic have had negative effects on both the physical and mental health of society, while also transforming the way individuals exercise. The aim of our research was to analyse the changes in health behaviour of Hungarian adults, including their sporting habits as well as their mental health, caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. We also focused on comparing the experiences of a population that regularly participates in sport and a population that rarely or never participates in sport. Results of the survey showed that individuals who regularly participate in sport activities rated their general physical health significantly better than those living a more sedentary life. More than half of the sample stated that they did not experience any particular change in their physical health, but the second highest percentage of respondents reported that their health had been affected negatively by the pandemic period. Results also showed that almost half of respondents said that their sporting habits had not changed as a result of the pandemic, while many reported that their sporting frequency had decreased. Finally, we also analysed the changes in sporting habits with regard to the place of residence, finding that those individuals living in an apartment complex building were most likely to choose a different type of exercise from the one they had previously practised, while a higher proportion of individuals living in a suburban area, or with access to garden reported that they had started to doing sports.Our research provided partial confirmation that the pandemic had a negative effect on people's health behaviour, but given the high levels of exercise in the target group,it is not surprising that many did not experience any change in sporting habits or physical health. JEL Code: I12

Changes in Health Behaviour Factors in Response to COVID-19

The coronavirus pandemic caused profound changes in many aspects of people's lives, especially in the area of health behaviour. The restrictions caused by the pandemic have had negative effects on both the physical and mental health of society, while also transforming the way individuals exercise. The aim of our research was to analyse the changes in health behaviour of Hungarian adults, including their sporting habits as well as their mental health, caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. We also focused on comparing the experiences of a population that regularly participates in sport and a population that rarely or never participates in sport. Results of the survey showed that individuals who regularly participate in sport activities rated their general physical health significantly better than those living a more sedentary life. More than half of the sample stated that they did not experience any particular change in their physical health, but the second highest percentage of respondents reported that their health had been affected negatively by the pandemic period. Results also showed that almost half of respondents said that their sporting habits had not changed as a result of the pandemic, while many reported that their sporting frequency had decreased. Finally, we also analysed the changes in sporting habits with regard to the place of residence, finding that those individuals living in an apartment complex building were most likely to choose a different type of exercise from the one they had previously practised, while a higher proportion of individuals living in a suburban area, or with access to garden reported that they had started to doing sports.Our research provided partial confirmation that the pandemic had a negative effect on people's health behaviour, but given the high levels of exercise in the target group,it is not surprising that many did not experience any change in sporting habits or physical health. JEL Code: I12

Tourism and Impacts of COVID-19:

The search for natural environments is a valued alternative post-lockdown caused by Covid-19. This trend increases interest in the role of Conservation Units - CUs and the perspective of (re) connecting with nature. Thus, this study aims to understand the effects of the pandemic from the perspective of tourists who visit CUs in the state of Paraná. The research has an exploratory nature, adopting a mixed approach with a web survey and documentary research design. The results show that CUs underwent modifications with the outbreak of the pandemic. The use of technologies played a crucial role in keeping tourists informed, allowing them to explore CUs digitally or make reservations. The closure of CUs at various points during the pandemic was a significant hindrance to visitations, along with the fear of leaving home. Concerns such as changes in occupation/work, income, and difficulties in other routine activities also limited travel. However, the respondents understand that at the end of their visitation to the CUs, they tend to recover their well-being. In conclusion, natural spaces are deemed important for the society's mental health, offering the possibility of (re) connecting individuals with nature, highlighting the significance of CUs for mental well-being.

Mental health in society's margins: poor n-3 PUFA intake and psychological well-being of homeless youth.

Dietary intake of long-chain n-3 PUFA (n-3 PUFA), particularly EPA and DHA, has been associated with psychological well-being, but little is known about the n-3 PUFA intake of homeless youth. The current study determined the association between depression and anxiety symptoms and n-3 PUFA intake and erythrocytes status in homeless youth. Totally, 114 homeless youth aged 18-24 years were recruited from a drop-in centre. n-3 PUFA dietary intake was assessed using an FFQ, and erythrocytes status was determined by gas chromatography (GC). Linear regression models were used to determine the relationship between psychological well-being and n-3 PUFA intake and status. The mean intakes of EPA and DHA for all participants (0·06 ± 0·13 g/d and 0·11 ± 0·24 g/d) were well below recommended levels, and mean erythrocytes EPA + DHA (n-3 index) in the cohort (2·42 %) was lower than reported for healthy, housed adolescents and those with clinical depression. There was no association of n-3 PUFA intake and erythrocytes status with either depression or anxiety. However, the relationships of depression with dietary EPA (P = 0·017) and DHA (P = 0·008), as well as erythrocytes DHA (P = 0·007) and n 3-index (P = 0·009), were significantly moderated by sex even after adjusting for confounders. Specifically, among females, as the intake and status of these n-3 PUFA decreased, depression increased. Our findings show poor dietary intake and low erythrocytes status of n-3 PUFA among homeless youth, which is associated with depressive symptoms among females.

An Association between Social Media Addiction and Academic Performance among Undergraduate Nursing Students from IIUM Kuantan

Objective: Social media is becoming more popular among university and college students. Therefore, it is urgent to find out what effect social media have on their users and, in a more specific way, how the use of social media affects the academic performance of nursing students at IIUM since no studies have been conducted among the students to investigate the linkage between social media usage and their academic performance. Considering the key role of nursing students in promoting the quality of physical and mental health in society, this study aims to find the association between social media addiction and the academic performance of nursing students. Methods: A quantitative cross-sectional study with convenience sampling method was conducted among 243 nursing students at IIUM Kuantan Campus, from March 2022 to June 2022. Data were gathered by using Google Form survey and distributed to all undergraduate nursing students that fit into inclusion criteria of this study. The questionnaire consisted of two sections which are Section A and Section B. Section A consisted of 6 questions exploring students’ sociodemographic information (gender, year of study, current GPA, which platform of social media mostly use, the number of hours spent for studying in a week (in hour) and the number of hours spent for accessing the social media in a week (in hour). Section B questionnaire adapted from Social Media Addiction Scale- Student Form (SMAS-SF) was used to determine the level of social media addiction of an individual. Results: Nursing students of IIUM Kuantan have moderate level of social media addiction with mean score of 87.56 (SD=17.633). The majority of nursing students IIUM Kuantan are excellent in their academic performance as most of them are classified into First Class and Second Class (Upper) with average CGPA of 3.46 (SD= 0.2322). Majority chose WhatsApp (53.9%) as their social media platform of mostly used and only 2.5% of respondent chose Facebook. ............

GOVERNMENT RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE LEGAL PROTECTION AND REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH OF WOMEN (MOLESTERS) AND CHILDREN (RAPE PERPETRATORS)

Reproductive health regulated in Government Regulation of the Republic of Indonesia No.61/2014 tries to accommodate the needs related to sexual reproductive issues, especially for women and children/teenagers as well as men. This regulation is a form of government responsibility for reproductive health. The number of sexual cases that occur in the community has become our common concern and responsibility. One such case in Jambi involved a 21-year-old mother of an 11-month-old baby who reported a dozen children on different charges. The mother reported rape against herself, while dozens of children reported the mother on charges of molesting these children. This issue is not just a legal issue, but an issue related to mental health in society. This means that resolving this case is not only from a legal perspective but looking at the mental recovery that needs to be done for both perpetrators and victims so that there are no recurring problems in the future. Protection for the perpetrator with the presumption of innocence until there is evidence, makes this case must get the attention of law enforcement officials.

The analysis of risk factors for fear and aggression during global crisis – a study based on Polish students among the Covid-19 pandemic.

IntroductionAlthough the Covid-19 pandemic ceased in the numbers of the affected patients, especially the ones with severe manifestation of the disease, its influence on health still remains, affecting not only the somatic but also mental wellbeing. This global crisis impacted almost every person, but not equitable – the mental distress consisted of many, often synergic, risk factors which are not easily identifiable. The analysis of causal elements for aggression and fear deriving from the pandemic was conducted among Polish students, enabling thorough examination.ObjectivesThe aim of the study was to analyse the risk factors contributing to the deterioration of mental health, especially presented as elevated fear and aggression levels.MethodsExamination of fear and aggression levels was conducted on the group of Polish students using Fear of Covid and STAXI-2 questionnaires. Initially, 906 participants took part in the first round of the study. Four rounds were conducted, finally extracting a group of 231 participants tested in the four different time points of the pandemic in Poland, during the second and the third waves of the pandemic.ResultsAmong the studied factors that have impact on the decline in the state of the mental health, statistically significant were female sex, being overwhelmed by the amount of news found in various media – a phenomenon called “infodemic” - altogether with poor health condition, both of the participants’ and their relatives. Obtaining vaccination was a factor that lowered aggression in participants, but only the ones that were primarily eager to get one.ConclusionsThe present deterioration of mental health in society was largely fuelled by the initial disturbance arising from global pandemic, general lockdown and financial crisis bound with it. The discrimination of risk factors for inefficient resilience was not possible on such a huge scale before. Unfortunately, as new challenges arise, the knowledge about the social groups most prone to mental crisis is necessary, as this is the only way to elaborate the proper procedures and guide a successful diagnostic process and treatment.Disclosure of InterestNone Declared

A study on mental health and technology during the COVID-19 pandemic

Background: This paper examines the effect of the Covid-19 pandemic on the mental health of society and if the use of technology could help curtail this effect. It aims at identifying what mental health problems did people suffer in the pandemic, what technologies the used to overcome it and if they found them effective. Methods: This paper is a survey review. The information is based on a questionnaire on Google forms circulated for all people in the age group of 8-78. The questionnaire included questions about what types of mental illness the candidates had or if they had any, what technologies they used and if they helped them to cope with their problems. Results: The survey indicates most people went through mental health problems during the pandemic and used some kind of technology to overcome the problems they faced or the needs they felt went unmet leading to better mental health of the individual with use of technology as to not having it.

Influence of the COVID-19 pandemic on the mental health of society

The COVID-19 pandemic changed the lives of people all around the world, e.g. affected mental health and the functioning of several families. The main goal of the research presented in this paper is to assess the influence of the COVID-19 pandemic on the mental health of members of households. The research was performed on the basis of a data set from the COVID Impact Survey carried out by the Data Foundation think tank in 2020 (during the first wave of COVID-19 pandemic) in the USA among adult respondents. The survey used 6,768 observations. The authors estimated a model of logistic regression and models based on data mining methods, such as decision trees, XG Boost, k-nearest neighbours method, artificial neural networks and a support vector machine. Cluster analysis made it possible to divide respondents into groups showing their characteristic features and problems, and the constructed model took into account their mental issues and the relationship between those issues and the financial situation of households. The results demonstrate that isolation, remote education and work and limited physical activity contribute to the worsening of mental health of the population.

Consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic on mental health

With the rapid spread of COVID-19, several preventive measures have been taken around the world in order to control the advance of the new coronavirus. Among them, the social distancing caused by the COVID-19 pandemic stands out, which impacted the mental health of individuals due to the emergence of a state of panic worldwide and the triggering of feelings such as fear, insecurity and anguish. Therefore, this study sought to answer the following guiding question: what were the consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic on people’s mental health? Therefore, the main objective was to analyze the impacts caused on the mental health of society through the COVID-19 pandemic. Therefore, based on bibliographic and documentary research, it was possible to observe an increase in the symptoms of mood disorders, mainly depression and anxiety, in addition to acute, post-traumatic stress and panic episodes in the entire population. In this perspective, recent research has indicated the need to monitor the impacts of the pandemic on mental health, as well as implement programs for the prevention and control of crises and relevant situations of behavioral and mental disorders, in view of the time of social confinement, the pressures to sustain the economy, fear of contamination and the need to return to work.

The Effect of Real Estate Registration Documents on the Mental Health of Society

Undoubtedly, the mental health of the society is effective in the progress and development of the country and an important part of this mental health is due to the trust and confidence of economic activists in their investment. Considering that the realm of important investments is land and immovable property, and if the ownership of these lands is built on a shaky foundation, the whole property and economy system will be insecure. In this study, considering the data collected through library study and collection of documents, it was proved that the developments in the field of judiciary and legislation in recent decades have contributed to this insecurity and posed a serious threat to the mental health of economic actors. In order to compensate for this situation and restore this mental health, it was proposed in the process provided by the Law on Registration of Documents and Property to establish the right of ownership, through the amendment of the law, the validity of two important and basic ownership documents should be restored, including the ownership certificate and the ownership document. The best method of the legislator's intervention was to amend and complete Article 22 of the Law on Registration of Documents and Property.

The Psychological Impact of COVID-19 Pandemic on Suicidal Thoughts in the United Kingdom

AimsBackground: The impact of the pandemic and resultant restrictions on suicidal thoughts may vary across populations, geographical areas, between high and low socio-economic groups and vulnerable populations. Aim: To investigate the psychological impact of COVID-19 and resultant restrictions on suicidal thoughts in the United Kingdom.MethodsThe study group conducted a cross sectional survey using a questionnaire based on published approaches (Generalised Anxiety Disorder 7, Patient Health Questionnaire 9, Impact of Events Scale-Revised) to understand the psychological impact of COVID-19 and the resultant restrictions on suicidal thoughts. The study was conducted in 3 phases to capture the different phases of the pandemic restrictions: Phase 1: 1st May 2020 to 31st July 2020Phase 2: 12th November 2020 to 12th February 2021Phase 3: 1st July 2021 to 30th September 2021Inclusion: All individuals above 16 years of age who wanted to participate were eligible.Analysis strategy: Descriptive analysis and logistic regression is applied in this study.ResultsThe study recruited 29133 participants in phase 1; 83851 participants in phase 2 and 75204 participants in phase 3. The largest age group of participants was 45–64 years. About two thirds of respondents were female. Majority of participants were of White British ethnicity. 31% participants in phase 1, 30% in phase 2 and 19% in phase 3 reported suicidal thoughts.The preliminary regression analysis indicates that younger and male participants reported more suicidal thoughts among other findings which will be reported in the presentation.Limitations: The non-probability sample design and time limited surveys meant that longitudinal changes were not possible to elicit.ConclusionThere is mixed evidence on whether rates of suicidal thoughts increased during the pandemic. The results of this study will add to the evidence base and influence future pandemic planning and efforts to developing resilience and good mental health in society.

Psychological features of suicidal behavior of servicemen

The suicide rate is one of the most significant indicators of mental health in society, including in the armies of the countries of the world. Suicides committed by military personnel are among the most severe emergencies. They have not only moral and economic consequences, but also a great social resonance. Therefore, for military personnel, the problem of suicide and auto-aggressive behavior remains very relevant.

Isolation: A Direct Attack on Society's Mental Health

Mental health has been affected by many reasons, mainly isolation. The previous normality keptminds busy. With isolation, people's minds became focused on themselves, bringing a series ofpsychological issues. Since everyone is at home all day due to the pandemic, one notices all the thingsthat they do not like about themselves. Self-esteem problems arise and can overwhelm a person.Another problem is the insomnia that comes with the change of habits. By trying to keep busy one’smind, a person can spend the whole night without sleeping. Finally, staying in the same place 24/7leads minds to start acting differently, creating problems that many times societies are not aware ofbut that can turn into depression.

Centering mental health in society: A human rights approach to well-being for all.

Applying a human rights lens to mental health and well-being will improve the systems that govern and operate U.S. society. Achieving this requires learning from successful approaches and scaling up the implementation of effective strategies that promote equity by actively addressing determinants and barriers across systems that impede overall health. As a country, the U.S. has shown significant success in innovation but has failed at taking successful programs and initiatives to scale. Having endured over a year of loss in education, social connection, and routines, the COVID-19 pandemic illuminated America's deeply rooted structural inequities that have worsened population mental health and well-being. Integrating mental health into institutions and systems, while recovering and rebuilding, must be at the forefront to provide a path for transformation. Three recommendations are derived from the strategies and initiatives described throughout this article that offer tangible steps for achieving wellbeing as a human right: 1. Embed mental health within and across all systems, and expand its definition across the continuum; 2. Prioritize prevention and health promotion through person-centered and community-driven strategies; and 3. Expand the diversification and training of the mental health workforce across sectors. The inequities addressed in this article are not the products of a global pandemic. Instead, they result from historical oppression, injustice, and inaction, exacerbated by the current context. Embedding a human rights approach to mental health in the United States is fundamental to individual and community well-being. (PsycInfo Database Record (c) 2022 APA, all rights reserved).

Impact of The Covid -19 Pandemic on Mental Health in Society

Another health problem that has emerged as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic is mental health problems which if left unchecked can develop into serious health problems. The Oxford study shows that people over the age of 50 who are female, and those who are hospitalized due to the coronavirus are much more likely to suffer from brain and psychological complications, a much higher risk of dementia, a brain disorder condition, in Covid-19 survivors. 19. The research method used is descriptive qualitative research. The Covid-19 pandemic not only has an impact on physical health but also has an impact on other aspects of life such as the social and economic aspects of the community. From the results of interviews with the subject, the author indicates that individuals infected with Covid-19 experience anxiety, worry, and fear, even stress. Anxiety is not only due to the coronavirus infection but also the social environment in which they live which still discriminates against patients and their families infected with Covid-19.

The Effect of SARS-CoV-1 Pandemic on Remote Work: Research Results

Purpose: Coronavirus affects the mental and physical state of society. Sudden isolation, uncertainty, fears of an existential nature contributed to an increase in the number of patients suffering depression and deteriorated human relations. Remote work was offered in the labor market as an attractive benefit for employees. It was used mainly by large organizations that took conscious steps to retain employees and enhance their engagement. The article's primary purpose is to identify the critical obstacles to remote work in the covid-19 conditions from an employee's perspective. Design/Methodology/Approach: The investigation involved the revision of relevant literature and conducting own research. The applied testing techniques and methods were selected based on the intended purpose of the work and the formulated research questions. Empirical studies were quantitative, they were designed correctly in terms of methodology, leading to interesting conclusions. The authors conducted their research using a questionnaire, which consisted of one-time and multiple-choice questions. Respondents also assessed the questions according to the scale given in the questionnaire. The empirical part is based on the survey results conducted in the second quarter of 2021 on 150 representatives. Findings: The pandemic deteriorated the state of physical health, but above all, society's mental health. The collected information allowed us to identify critical obstacles to remote work enforced by the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic. Practical Implications: The research provides formulation recommendations for managers about managing remote employees. The findings should help Polish companies, leaders, and their employees collaborate to enhance remote work and minimalize stress factors. Originality/Value: Our paper contributes to the latest insight into remote work during a Pandemic. The authors of this article are aware that it would be worthwhile to conduct the study in a dynamic perspective, i.e.in, a more extended working period, which would allow, to identify the adaptability of workers to remote work.

Using Peer Support to Strengthen Mental Health During the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Review.

Background: The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has had a significant impact on society's overall mental health. Measures such as mandated lockdowns and physical distancing have contributed to higher levels of anxiety, depression, and other metrics indicating worsening mental health. Peer support, which is peer-to-peer provided social and emotional support, is an underutilized and effective mental health resource that can potentially be used to ameliorate mental health during these times.Objective: This review aims to summarize the toll that this pandemic has had on society's mental health as found in peer-reviewed literature from October 2019 to March 2021, as well as suggest the utility of peer support to address these needs.Methods: References for this review were chosen through searches of PubMed, Web of Science, and Google Scholar for articles published between October 2019 and March 2021 that used the terms: “coronavirus,” “COVID-19,” “mental health,” “anxiety,” “depression,” “isolation,” “mental health resources,” “peer support,” “online mental health resources,” and “healthcare workers.” Articles resulting from these searches and relevant references cited in those articles were reviewed. Articles published in English, French and Italian were included.Results: This pandemic has ubiquitously worsened the mental health of populations across the world. Peer support has been demonstrated to yield generally positive effects on the mental health of a wide variety of recipients, and it can be provided through numerous accessible mediums.Conclusions: Peer support can overall be beneficial for improving mental health during the COVID-19 pandemic and may be an effective tool should similar events arise in the future, although the presence of a few conflicting studies suggests the need for additional research.

Contribution of 'Agritourism' Activities in Visitors' Wellbeing and Improved Mental Health in Society.

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The Impact of COVID 19 on University Staff and Students from Iberoamerica: Online Learning and Teaching Experience.

(1) Background: The COVID-19 pandemic has created a great impact on mental health in society. Considering the little attention paid by scientific studies to either students or university staff during lockdown, the current study has two aims: (a) to analyze the evolution of mental health and (b) to identify predictors of educational/professional experience and online learning/teaching experience. (2) Methods: 1084 university students and 554 staff in total from four different countries (Spain, Colombia, Chile and Nicaragua) participated in the study, affiliated with nine different universities, four of them Spanish and one of which was online. We used an online survey known as LockedDown, which consists of 82 items, analyzed with classical multiple regression analyses and machine learning techniques. (3) Results: Stress level and feelings of anxiety and depression of students and staff either increased or remained over the weeks. A better online learning experience for university students was associated with the age, perception of the experience as beneficial and support of the university. (4) Conclusions: The study has shown evidence of the emotional impact and quality of life for both students and staff. For students, the evolution of feelings of anxiety and depression, as well as the support offered by the university affected the educational experience and online learning. For staff who experienced a positive professional experience, with access to services and products, the quality-of-life levels were maintained.