Socioeconomic Scale Research Articles

Relationship Between Nutritional Status And Socioeconomic Status Among Preschoolers

Background: Nutrition is the foundation to ensure good health. Optimum nutrition is an integral component of paediatric health care1. Good nutrition is essential to good health throughout life, beginning with parental life and extending through old age2. The nutritional status is influenced by a complex interaction between internal or constitutional factors and external environmental factors. Internal or constitutional factors may be age, gender, nutrition, behaviour, physical activity and disease whereas external environmental factors may be food safety, cultural and socioeconomic factors3.Materials and Methods: This study was conducted to assess the relationship between nutritional status and socioeconomic status among preschoolers of selected Anganwadis at Varkala Municipality. Quantitative correlational research design was adopted for the study. Two hundred and fifty preschoolers were selected using convenience sampling technique. Data collection tool was structured questionnaire to collect sociodemographic variables, Modified kuppuswamy socioeconomic scale to assess socioeconomic status. Nutritional status was assessed based on weight for age, height for age and mid arm circumference.Results: The relationship between nutritional status and socioeconomic status was computed by using correlation coefficient, there was a significant correlation found between nutritional status based on weight for age with socioeconomic status (r = 0.150, p<0.05), on the basis of height for age there was a negative correlation found with socioeconomic status and based on mid arm circumference there was no correlation found with socioeconomic status. The chi-square value showed that there was significant association found between nutritional status based on weight for age and mother’s age, birth weight (p<0.05), history of recurrent infections (p<0.001), on the basis of height for age association was found with child’s age, area of residence (p<0.01), and type of family (p< 0.05) and with regard to Mid arm circumference association was found with age of child (p<0.001) and religion (p<0.05).Conclusion: There is a relationship between nutritional status and socioeconomic status based on weight for age

The Relationship Between Mental Health Literacy and Social Well-Being: A Longitudinal Study in China.

In this study, 793 college students were examined through the utilization of the socioeconomic status scale, mental health literacy scale, and social well-being questionnaire at T1 and T2, respectively, with the aim of exploring the relationship between mental health literacy and social well-being and the relative static and dynamic development of the two. The results indicated that mental health literacy was significantly and positively correlated with social well-being to a moderate extent (T1: r = 0.31; T2: r = 0.35). Furthermore, the across-lagged model was employed to determine the relationship between mental health literacy and social well-being over time, revealing that mental health literacy and social well-being merely have a unidirectional predictive relationship; social well-being at T1 can significantly and positively predict mental health literacy at T2, but mental health literacy at T1 cannot predict social well-being at T2. We carried out the latent change score model and discovered that a higher level of T1 social well-being can facilitate the enhancement of mental health literacy subsequently.

Relationship between sleep disturbances, alexithymia, psychiatric problems, and clinical variables in children with type 1 diabetes mellitus

BackgroundType 1 diabetes (T1DM) in children is frequently associated with sleep disorders. The prevalence of these disorders varies by region attributable to variations in co-sleeping customs, nocturnal rituals, and environmental influences. This study aims to assess sleep problems and their related characteristics among children diagnosed with T1DM in the Upper Egypt region. This cross-sectional study involved 118 children with T1DM, aged 6 to 12 years. The outcomes from the Children’s Sleep Habits Questionnaire-Abbreviated (CSHQ-A) were utilized to categorize the subjects into two groups: the first group comprised individuals with sleep problems (N = 70), and the second group included individuals with non-sleep problems (N = 48). All participants were evaluated using the Socioeconomic Scale, the Clinical Evaluation of Emotional Regulation–9 (CEER-9), the Strengths and Difficulties Questionnaire, the Pediatric Quality of Life Inventory, and the Children’s Alexithymia Measure (CAM).ResultsSleep problems were prevalent in 59.3% of participants. Children with sleep problems had elevated rates of overweight/obesity, ocular problems increased medication usage, exercise difficulties, diminished quality of life, higher mean scores on the emotional regulation scale, and greater levels of alexithymia as compared to those without sleep disorders. The prevalence of conduct and hyperactivity problems was greater in children with sleep problems compared to those without sleep problems. Regression analysis revealed that increased BMI, presence of ocular issues, higher alexithymia scores, and poor quality of life were associated with a greater likelihood of experiencing sleep problems.ConclusionsNearly two-thirds of children with T1DM in Upper Egypt experienced sleep problems. These issues were associated with higher BMI, ocular problems, elevated alexithymia scores, and poorer quality of life.

FACTOR SOCIOECONOMICO COMO ELEMENTO DETERMINANTE DEL RENDIMIENTO ACADÉMICO

Socioeconomic status is considered a fundamental factor in the educational process, directly influencing the academic performance of students at various levels of the Mexican educational system. This element is deemed useful for defining timely strategies that, together, will guide the development of teaching-learning processes. This research aims to determine the influence of the socioeconomic variable on the academic performance of 80 sixth-grade students from three primary schools in the municipality of Navojoa, Sonora. To achieve this, theoretical methods of a quantitative nature are applied, based on a non-experimental application technique and a cross-sectional design. The variables are also examined through a statistical analysis at a single point in the process to verify the correlation between them. The results obtained reveal that the socioeconomic levels of the participants are positioned in the highest categories, with 78.7% of them being in the top three possible levels on the socioeconomic scale. A similar trend is observed in the students' grade averages, with 71.2% averaging grades between 8 and 10. These results coincide and are reinforced by the statistical values of .270* in the Pearson correlation of the variables involved, indicating a significant correlation between them, with a bilateral significance level of .015, which is below the minimum required .05. This represents a weak positive correlation. All the above indicates a similarity in the behavior of the variables under study; that is, most students are positioned in the highest levels of the socioeconomic scale, and at the same time, they are situated in the highest passing grade averages. This information is useful to show the importance of the context from which the students come and the impact it will have on their academic performance, providing a starting point for making necessary adjustments to the curriculum and creating key didactic strategies that contribute to the pursuit of educational quality.

A Study of The Quality of Life in Patients with Schizophrenia: A Cross-Sectional Study in A Tertiary Care Hospital, Mumbai, India

Background: There are limited recent Indian studies assessing the quality of life in patients with schizophrenia. This study evaluated the socio-demographic data, psychopathology, quality of life, and their associations in patients with schizophrenia. Methodology: Fifty outpatients with schizophrenia, meeting ICD-10 DCR criteria, were assessed using Kuppuswamy’s socioeconomic status scale, the Positive and Negative Syndrome Scale (PANSS), and the Quality-of-Life Scale (QLS). Results: The mean patient age was 36.3 years, with a male-to-female ratio of 1.6:1. Most patients were married, unemployed, educated up to middle school, and belonged to the upper-lower socioeconomic class. Clinically, they had mild psychopathology with a mean PANSS total score of 62.36. Quality of life assessment revealed that 12% had severe impairment, 64% had mild to moderate impairment, and 24% had no impairment. Occupational status was significantly associated with QLS scores. PANSS scores negatively correlated with QLS scores, with stronger correlations in the general psychopathology and negative symptom domains. Conclusion: The findings emphasize the need for personalized and holistic approaches to managing schizophrenia, addressing both clinical symptoms and socio-demographic challenges.

A Systematic Review of Techno-Economic, Environmental and Socioeconomic Assessments for Vibration Induced Energy Harvesting

There is a growing need to ensure the resilience of energy and water systems through digitalization, retrofit these systems for cleaner energy systems, and protect public safety in terms of water quality. This resilience requires a reliable power supply that could be provided by harnessing unexploited energy hidden in the current water infrastructure through the deployment of vortex-induced vibration energy harvesters. Therefore, being able to understand the feasibility of deploying these devices across technical, socioeconomic and environmental scales could further enhance successful deployment and integration of these devices. This paper aims to provide a systematic review investigating the development of energy harvester technologies to understand the key methods used to assess their application feasibility. This study used the PRISMA guidelines, and 139 articles were reviewed and synthesized. The trends were visualized, illustrating the current direction in energy harvesting development and application and methods used to assess the feasibility of these devices and technology. The majority of the reviewed studies focused on technical feasibility, design configuration, limitation, and identification of the most optimal application environment. The results revealed a huge opportunity for energy harvesters, especially as a power supply for monitoring sensors. Nevertheless, the results also identified a knowledge gap when it comes to assessing the overall application feasibility of energy harvesting as most studies currently neglect economic feasibility, environmental impacts, social aspects and energy resilience. Assessment tools will help fill this knowledge gap by identifying the key barriers and benefits gained from integrating this technology into existing energy systems and water systems.

A Study On The Health Seeking Behavior Among Caregivers Of Under-Five Children In A Rural Area Of West Bengal

Background- Children are most vulnerable and dependent groups on others in the society other than geriatric person .So appropriate healthcare seeking behavior of their caregivers are very much important to reduce morbidity & mortality and improve healthy life . Materials & Methods-This was a cross-sectional study was conducted at rural area of West Bengal among 180 caregivers of under 5 yr children with the help of predesigned pretested semistructured schedule. Study subject selected by systematic random sampling and data compilation were done MS Office Excel-2010 and data analysis were done by chi sq test in IBM SPSS version 2019 Results: Among 180 caregivers majority were 20-30yrs age gr(65%), joint family(64.4%), OBC(39.4%), Hindu(86.1%),Literate(71.1%), Homemaker(82.8%), having health insurance(76.1%),lower middle socio economic class(45%). Among children majority were 3-5yrs age gr(47.8%),female(50.6%), vaccinated not at par age (60.6%), second or more order child(59.4%). 20.6% caregivers had in appropriate healthcare seeking behavior for their children.Appropriate health seeking behavior among caregivers significantly associated with≤30yrs (ꭕ2=20.33,,df=1,p=.000007 ),nuclear family(ꭕ2=4.74, df=1,p=.029, )literate(ꭕ2=71.72,df=1,p=<.000001), homemaker(ꭕ2=28.19,df=1, p=.0000012), upper middle & upper lower SES(ꭕ2=4.44,df=1, p=.035),having insurance(ꭕ2=34.91,df=1, p=<.00001) but not significantly associate with religion(ꭕ2=1.58 ,df=1,p=.2) & gender of children(ꭕ2=.0058, df=1, p=.939). The majority of caregivers for children (71.7%) were depending generally on Govt health facility and a sizeable portion of caregivers(42.2%) collected medicine over the counter without consultation of medical professional and 35% caregivers generally approached AYUSH system of medicine. Conclusion- From this study it was concluded that appropriate health care seeking behavior among caregivers are significantly influenced by with ≤30yrs age gr , joint family ,occupation ,education , socio economic scale, health insurance In rural bengal primarily dependent on Govt health facility and a sizeable population still collected medicine over the counter with consultation of medical supervision

Life satisfaction, perceived social support of mothers of children with cerebral palsy, and motor function of their children

Cerebral palsy (CP) is a leading cause of long-term disability in children worldwide where severe cases may require complete dependence on caregivers for mobility, self-care, and social participation. The demand for caregiving may negatively impact the level of life satisfaction of the caregivers, especially the mothers. This study was thus carried out to evaluate the level of life satisfaction of mothers of children with CP, its association with perceived social support, and the motor function of their children.MethodThe study involved 58 mothers of children with CP and their children. The level of life satisfaction, perceived social support, and socioeconomic status of the mothers were assessed using the satisfaction with life scale, the multidimensional scale of perceived social support, and the modified Kuppuswamy Socioeconomic Scale, respectively. The motor function of the children with CP was assessed using the Gross Motor Function Classification System (GMFCS).ResultAbout 38% of the mothers of children with cerebral palsy were fully satisfied with their lives. There was no significant association among the level of life satisfaction, perceived social support of mothers of children with CP, and the motor function of their children.ConclusionSix out of ten mothers of children with cerebral palsy are somewhat dissatisfied with life. It was recommended that measures to relieve factors leading to dissatisfaction with life should be put in place by national health policymakers.

Co-rumination and intrapersonal cognitive processes predict distress: Longitudinal evidence from the COVID-19 pandemic.

Perseverative thinking and catastrophizing have well established associations with fear and distress. However, less is known about the impact of interpersonal dynamics, such as co-rumination, on these intrapersonal cognitive processes and subsequent stress. The present study addresses this knowledge gap. A sample of 433 adults from across the United States was recruited online and completed measures of co-rumination, perseverative thinking, catastrophizing, and demographic characteristics early in the COVID-19 pandemic, and the COVID Stress Scales (CSS) at six month follow up. Co-rumination, perseverative thinking, catastrophizing, and CSS scores were correlated in the expected direction. Regression analyses revealed all three independently predicted CSS worry about the dangerousness of COVID-19 subscale. Co-rumination was the strongest predictor of CSS worry about the socioeconomic impact and CSS compulsive checking scales. Perseverative thinking and catastrophizing predicted CSS traumatic stress symptoms subscale. Finally, perseverative thinking was the strongest predictor of CSS xenophobia subscale. Structural equation modelling indicated that co-rumination had a significant indirect effect on CSS scores through perseverative thinking and catastrophizing. Interpersonal dynamics, such as co-rumination, are relevant for understanding stress and are promising targets for intervention research to prevent or attenuate fears and distress, in addition to traditional intrapersonal cognitive processes such as perseverative thinking and catastrophizing.

Association between Socio-Demographic Factors and Quality of Life for Patients with Knee Osteoarthritis in Baaquba City

Background: Osteoarthritis is a degenerative joint condition causing joint dysfunction, discomfort, and limited range of motion; it may be affected by poor quality of life. Aim of the study: The study aims to investigate the association between socio-demographic factors and the quality of life for patients with knee osteoarthritis in Baquba City. Methods: A cross-sectional study at Baquba Teaching Hospital in Iraq analyzed 374 adult patients with kneeosteoarthritis, 18 or older, both sexes, and verbal consent. The researchers used a self-structured questionnaire and Dhafar M. et al.'s socioeconomic scale to assess patients' socio-demographic characteristics. Data collection involved direct interviews, and statistical significance was determined using IBM SPSS-29 software. Results: The study found that the majority of participants, particularly women, were married and lived in urban areas, with 53.2% having a family history of knee OA. A study shows that many patients with knee osteoarthritis have poor quality of life, with only 0.5% rating it as excellent. The study reveals significant differences in quality of life scores across age groups, with the 50-59 group reporting fair quality of life (40.0%) and the 60- 69 group (34.0%). The study found significant disparities in quality of life scores across different occupations, with housewives and retired individuals experiencing higher rates, while employees, married couples, and illiterate individuals reported fair quality of life. Conclusion: The study reveals that knee osteoarthritis patients are mostly overweight or obese, with retired individuals and housewives being the largest risk group. They often lack literacy and experience a low quality of life.

Empowering super-stars or rising-stars? Dynamics of the high-speed rail network planning in China

ABSTRACT The development of high-speed rail (HSR) systems as a critical component of the global 'infrastructure turn' is deeply embedded in regional socioeconomic contexts. Drawing on advances in actor-oriented network modelling and longitudinal inter-city HSR data in China during 2008-2022, this study explores how the evolution of the HSR network is dynamically and differentially underpinned by attribute-based effects of socioeconomic scale and growth rate to balance the short-term efficiency and long-term equity of nationwide development. After controlling for structure-based effects (transitive triads and balance) as well as attribute-based effects related to geographic, natural and cultural contexts, the results provide evidence that while the scale and the growth rate of economy and population both positively impact HSR link formation, the impacts of scale-related effects significantly diminish over time whereas the impacts of growth-rate-related effects exhibit a significant strengthening trend. The results further illustrate that while the scale-related and growth-rate-related effects of economy function as substitutes in driving HSR link formation, the two corresponding effects of population complement each other, providing evidence for the heterogeneous roles of economic and social contexts in underpinning HSR network planning. The findings provide implications for more effective and equitable regional socioeconomic development through strategic HSR network planning.

Understanding the geographical process of the decline in manufacturing employment in China between 2000 and 2020

AbstractThe decline in manufacturing employment has emerged as a global demographic phenomenon in recent decades. However, previous research has primarily focused on the national level, resulting in limited geographical insights into the spatial variations of this decline at more minor scales. Our paper decodes the long‐term geographical process of manufacturing employment decline at the city level in China from an “industry‐population‐place” perspective, underscoring the pivotal role played by technological advancements. The results show that, during 2000–2010 and 2010–2020, the unbalanced changing pattern of China's manufacturing employment appeared to be a disruptive reallocation. The technology‐driven transition of manufacturing employment decline at the city level in China was identified. During 2000–2010, over 60% of cities experiencing a decline in manufacturing employment were technologically lost, while technological density improvement became the “main melody” in most cities experiencing such decline during 2010–2020. In a city experiencing such a decline, the greater the improvement in technological intensity, the stronger the positive effect of the decline on local economic development, particularly when accompanied by an expansion in the socioeconomic scale of the city. Furthermore, we observe changes in the characteristics of manufacturing employment on the west side of the Hu Line between 2010 and 2020, compared to previous years and even decades. These changes are characterised by a significant increase in manufacturing employment and the rapid technology‐driven transformation of cities that have experienced a decline in manufacturing employment.

Behavioral and Sexual problems in Children with Mild Intellectual Disability: An Observational Study

Abstract Background The cognitive and adaptive functioning deficits are the intellectual disability (ID) hallmark. Children with Intellectual Disability (ID) often display distinct behavioral and sexual problems. Objective To investigate behavioral and sexual problems in children with mild ID (IQ score 50-70) as compared to an age-and sex-matched control group. Patients and Methods A cross-sectional study was conducted on 200 children (100 with mild ID (IQ score 50-70) and 100 controls) aged 6-12 years at Ain Shams University's Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics Clinic. Sociodemographic data were collected using an Arabic-validated Socioeconomic Status Scale. Intellectual ability was assessed with the Stanford-Binet Intelligence Scale and Adaptive behaviors were measured using the Vineland Adaptive Behavior Scale (VABS). Behavioral competency and problems were assessed using the Child Behavior Checklist (CBCL). Sexual behaviors were evaluated using the Child Sexual Behavior Inventory (CSBI). Results A higher percentage of children with ID (54%) had working mothers compared to controls (40%, p = 0.047). Fathers of children with ID exhibited higher education levels (p = 0.020). CSBI scores were markedly higher in children with ID (all p-values < 0.001) and CBCL scores were also markedly higher in children with ID (all p-values <0.001). Similarly more ID children were in clinical range for internalizing (p-value <0.001) and externalizing problems (p-value <0.001) of CBCL broadband syndrome. Conclusion Children with mild ID display significant differences in behavioral and sexual problems compared to their controls Identified risk factors offer insight into potential interventions and underline the need for tailored education and support for this demographic.

Adaptation of Well-being Literacy Scale to Turkish: Validity and Reliability Study

The view that well-being cannot be taught directly to individuals, but rather individuals can be taught to use language to improve their well-being, has led to the concept of "well-being literacy". Recent studies in the field of positive educational practices emphasize the importance of well-being literacy, which is defined as the ability to improve the well-being of oneself and others, in the social field as well as in the field of education. This study aimed to adapt the Well-being Literacy Scale to Turkish and test its validity and reliability in adults. Also, the relationship between well-being literacy, socioeconomic status, perceived general success, and health was investigated. The study group consists of 307 adults, 210 women and 96 men. Personal Information Form, Well-being Literacy Scale, General Well-being Scale Short Form, and Subjective Socio-economic Scale were used as data collection tools. It was found that the Well-being Literacy Scale had good levels of fit index in the confirmatory factor analysis results. Within the scope of criterion validity studies, a positive and moderate relationship was found between the Well-being Literacy Scale and the General Well-being Scale Short Form (r=.413, p=.000). Within the scope of reliability analysis, a .75 test-retest coefficient and a .88 Cronbach Alpha coefficient were determined. The second stage of the study found that the socioeconomic level predicted well-being literacy, though it is very low. Also, it was found that well-being literacy predicted individuals' perceived success at a low level but did not have a significant predictive effect on perceived general health levels. It is suggested that studies to investigate the sources and outputs of well-being literacy, which has started to become an essential focus in positive education practices and social health policies, will contribute to the field. In addition, adapting measurement tools in lower age groups may be necessary to focus on these skills in educational institutions.

Relationship Between Happiness, Culture, Socio-Economic Status, And Religious Coping Among Muslim Women Students Residing In Sokoto State, Nigeria

The goal of happiness is to have a stress-free and functional society. Yet, stress from cultural and socio-economic factors may arise when Muslim women student’s issues are discussed within society practices; which has resulted in illiteracy in Nigeria due to low enrolment attendance and school completion rates. Despite this, the World Happiness Report (WHR, 2023) ranked Nigeria as 95th happiest country in the world, and the fifth happiest country in Africa. Nevertheless, not many researches on happiness among Muslim women students in Northern Nigeria have been reported. This study investigated the relationship between happiness, culture, socio-economic status (SES), and religious coping, among Muslim women students at the Women Centre for Continuing Education (WCCE), in Sokoto, Northern Nigeria. A total number of 269 Muslim women students were selected to participate in this study using purposive random sampling. Instruments namely Orientation to Happiness Scale (OHS), Cultural Questionnaire for Women, (CQW), Socio-Economic Status Scale (SESS), Islamic Religious Coping Scale (RCOPE) were used for data collection. The total Cronbach’s alpha Coefficiency was 0.937, which was found to be reliable. The results were analysed using Partial Least Squares-Structural Equation Modelling (PLS-SEM). The measurement model was evaluated using items loading of average variance extracted (AVE) and composite reliability (CR). The findings of this study showed that the direct relationship of culture, socio-economic status and religious coping towards happiness were significant. As a conclusion, this study provides useful information for counsellors who can assist their clients in improving and maintaining their positive religious coping practices, as well as their ability to encounter positive feelings, engage in Islamic practices, have a meaningful life, and cope with stressors. Future research on happiness in other Northern states of Nigeria is recommended.

Students’ Life Skills with Reference to the Socio-Economic Status and Discipline of the Study in the Context of NEP-2020

Objective: The main aim of this paper was to examine the relationship between life skills and the socioeconomic status of the students enrolled in different disciplines of study in universities and colleges of Punjab State. Method: 600 students who were majoring in science, the arts, or business programs in the universities and colleges of Punjab State, India served as the sample. Modified Kuppuswamy (2022) Socio-economic scale (SES) was used. As per scale- families are placed into one of five categories: upper class, upper middle class, lower middle class, upper lower class, and lower class. A family’s total score can range anywhere from three to twenty-nine points, and it can only be determined by combining information about the members of the family’s education level, occupation level, and income level. Life skills were measured by self-developed tools. This test measures 10 life skills, including critical thinking, self-awareness, creativity, decision-making, problem-solving, effective communication, interpersonal relationships, empathy, stress management, and dealing with emotions. Each dimension has five statements, and a 5-point scale is used to rate each. Findings: It has been found in the present study that students of science disciplines have higher life skills in comparison to Commerce and Social science Streams. Similarly, students from higher SES backgrounds tend to have better Life Skills compared to those from lower SES backgrounds. Novelty: This research uniquely compares socio-economic status, academic discipline, and students' life skills within the NEP-2020 framework. It stands out by examining how these variables collectively impact life skills development, providing a nuanced understanding of their interdependence. By focusing on the diverse socio-economic backgrounds and varied academic disciplines, the study offers novel insights into tailoring educational strategies that foster essential life skills. In this research paper, an analytical approach has been applied to analyze the data as per NEP-2020's holistic and inclusive vision, aiming to bridge educational disparities and enhance student outcomes in a comprehensive manner. Keywords: Life Skills, Socio-Economic Status, Science, Social Science and Commerce Disciplines of study, NEP 2020

Feasibility and Preliminary Evaluation of Theory-Based Training Program on Daily Living Skills Among Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder: Findings From Rural Regions in Egypt

Background: One of the most crucial objectives in the education and treatment of young children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is independence in daily living skills (DLS). Therefore, as a child with ASD condition grows, measures of everyday functioning including adaptive behaviors should be more regularly monitored and regulated. Aim: The primary aim of this study was to evaluate the feasibility of a developed theory-based training program and its preliminary effectiveness on the acquisition of DLS among school-age children with ASD. Methods: A preliminary experimental research design (pre- and post-evaluation) was conducted from the beginning of May to the end of July 2023 on 31 children with ASD. The socio-economic status scale, Vineland Adaptive Behavior Scale, and Gilliam Autism Rating Scale were administered before and after a theory-based DLS training program. Results: There was a significant difference in the DLS and motor functioning before and after the implementation of the training program ( p < .001 and p = .021, respectively). In addition, there was a significant difference in the total score of autistic severity before and after the implementation of the training program ( p < .001). Conclusion: The promising outcomes of the study indicate the need for further testing and expansion of this intervention. These findings contribute to the growing body of evidence highlighting the significance of DLS training program in the comprehensive treatment approach for children with ASD. Consequently, proposing DLS training programs as a cost-effective and efficient nursing intervention is warranted.

Reliability and validity of a Hindi version of the Oral Health Impact Profile (OHIP-EDENT-H) for edentulous subjects: A Cross-Sectional study

AimThe study aimed to translate the OHIP-EDENT into Hindi and assess its validity and reliability. MethodsThe study included 150 participants whose demographic information was collected using the Modified Kuppuswamy Socio-economic Scale. The Oral Health Impact Profile in Edentulous (OHIP-EDENT) was translated into Hindi using the standard forward-backward method. Test-retest reliability was assessed using the Intra-class Correlation Coefficient (ICC) and internal consistency using Cronbach's alpha. The Kaiser-Meyer-Olkin (KMO) test and Bartlett's test of sphericity coefficient were used to conduct Exploratory Factor Analysis (EFA) and confirm the Construct validity. To establish Convergent validity, the relationship between the global question and the OHIP-EDENT-H subscale scores was observed. ResultsThe data was analyzed with a confidence level of 95 %, and statistical significance was interpreted as a p-value of less than 0.05. The Cronbach's alpha score for OHIP-EDENT-H was 1.00, indicating high internal consistency. The corrected item-total correlations ranged from 0.665 to 0.923, and the total ICC score was 0.763, demonstrating good reliability. The subscales' intra-class correlation coefficient values ranged from 0.968 to 0.997, indicating high reliability. However, items 4, 6, 13, 17, 18, and 19 had factor loadings below the acceptable threshold of 0.40 in the factor analysis. Additionally, the total and subscale scores of the OHIP-EDENT-H showed significant correlations with global question, with correlation coefficients ranging from 0.665 to 0.923. ConclusionThe Hindi version of OHIP-EDENT is a reliable and valid tool for evaluating the OHRQoL of Hindi-speaking edentulous individuals.

Evaluation of the Effect of Socioeconomic Status on Oral Hygiene Habits

Objectives: The aim of this study is to evaluate the impact of socioeconomic status on oral hygiene habits. Materials and Methods: A questionnaire was conducted on 709 adult individuals (330 females, 379 males) who applied for routine examinations at Muğla Sıtkı Koçman University Faculty of Dentistry. Evaluation was performed on participants' sociodemographic characteristics, socioeconomic statuses, and oral hygiene habits. Questions directed at the participants encompassed oral hygiene habits, frequency of dental examination, gum health, prevalence of restorations and prostheses, as well as educational level, occupation, and monthly income. The 'Modified Kuppuswamy Socioeconomic Status Scale' was used for assessing participants' socioeconomic status. Data from the study were analyzed using the Pearson Chi-square test (p=0.05). Results: Statistically significant differences were observed when evaluating tooth brushing habits among socioeconomic groups (p

Social determinants of health on attitudes toward childbearing among women with multiple sclerosis: A cross-sectional study.

Pregnancy and motherhood are very valuable but challenging for women with multiple sclerosis (MS). Given that there are limited studies in this field, this study aimed to determine the social determinants of health on attitudes toward childbearing among women with MS. We conducted a cross-sectional study on 206 women with MS in Alborz province, Iran, from February to June 2023 using convenience sampling. The data were collected using the questionnaire, and a linear regression analysis was applied. The mean age of the participants was 36.80±6.50 years. Participants' Attitudes toward Fertility and Childbearing (PAFC) had a positive significant association with social support (B=.10, SE=.04, p=.023) and a significant negative association with the total score of depression, anxiety, and stress scale (B=-.13, SE=.06, p=.047) and depression (B=-.40, SE=.18, p=.023). However, the association between anxiety (B=-.25, SE=.20, p=.211), stress (B=-.36, SE=.18, p=.050), MS severity (B=.04, SE=.30, p=.890), and socioeconomic status scale (SES) (B=-.08, SE=.32, p=.806) was nonsignificant with PAFC. Our results showed that factors, including social support and mental health especially depression, can affect PAFC in women with MS. Therefore, it is necessary to determine specific strategies for policymakers to help MS patients manage pregnancy and motherhood.