Family Type Research Articles

Prevalence, associated factors and consequence of problematic smartphone use among adolescents and young adults in Bangladesh: A cross-sectional study.

Problematic smartphone use (PSU) and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children, adolescents, and young adults are of major concern to parents. However, the prevalence and associated factors related to these issues in Bangladeshi adolescents and young adults remain unclear to the best of our knowledge. The aim of this study is to assess PSU and ADHD in the context of adolescent and young adult age groups in Bangladesh. The present study collected data from diverse geographical locations in Bangladesh via face-to-face surveys using stratified random sampling methods. We considered age, sex, and geographic location stratification criteria. A total of 578 respondents participated in the survey initially. From this, we discarded 36 responses after screening because the information provided was insufficient or incomplete response. In the end, 542 replies were incorporated into the final analysis. PSU and ADHD depend on several factors, including the individual's demographic background. The prevalence of PSU and ADHD symptoms in adolescents and young adults in Bangladesh is 61.44% and 37.45%, respectively based on our findings. The symptoms of PSU are correlated with age, education level, family type (nuclear/joint), sleeping pattern, physical exercise, and residence area. ADHD symptoms are correlated with age, education level, living with family, smoking habit, physical disability, sleeping pattern, physical exercise, residence area, and PSU. Also, we observed that ADHD and PSU symptoms are positively correlated with each other. A large proportion of young adults and adolescents reported PSU and ADHD symptoms. The present findings have practical implications in clinical psychology, psychotherapy, and related policy considerations. We propose to develop an inclusive interventional strategy and community-based programs to address PSU and ADHD-related issues.

Sufficient conditions on the continuous spectrum for ergodic Schrödinger operators

We investigate the spectral types of families of discrete one-dimensional Schrödinger operators {Hω}ω∈Ω , where each H ω has a potential function V ω (n) = f(T n ω) for n∈Z , T is an ergodic homeomorphism on a compact space Ω and f:Ω→R is a continuous function. The main analytical tool of the paper is Gordon’s lemma, of which we provide a complete proof. We demonstrate that a generic operator Hω∈{Hω}ω∈Ω has purely continuous spectrum if {Tnα}n≥0 is dense in Ω for a certain α ∈ Ω. Furthermore, we extend this result to the case where {Ω, T} satisfies topological repetition property, a concept introduced by Boshernitzan and Damanik (2008, []). Theorems presented in this paper weaken the hypotheses of previous research and enable us to reach the same conclusion as those authors. Our paper presents a comprehensive study of the topological and metric repetition properties, highlighting their binding role between the theory of dynamical systems and spectral theory. We also discuss the implications of these properties on the qualitative description of specific physical systems.

Does Family Type Matter for Farmers’ Social Participation and Social Support During Waterlogging? An Analysis from Social Health Perspectives

Does Family Type Matter for Farmers’ Social Participation and Social Support During Waterlogging? An Analysis from Social Health Perspectives

A meta-analysis of the attitudes of university students in Türkiye toward ageism

ABSTRACT In today’s society, the issues surrounding aging, older adults, and ageism have gained considerable attention due to the rapidly increasing aging population. This study examines attitudes of the university students in Türkiye toward ageism. Employing a meta-analysis approach, the study investigates whether various sociodemographic factors affecting university students’ attitudes toward ageism. Utilizing Comprehensive Meta Analysis (CMA) software, the research examines potential disparities in attitudes toward ageism based on gender, class, age, family type, mother’s education level, father’s education level and the place where they spend most of their lives. The analysis involves evaluating Hedges’s g effect coefficient, Z statistic, and p-values to determine the relationship between ageism and demographic variables. To address publication bias, Egger’s regression intercept, Duval and Tweedie’s trim and fill, Rosenthal’s classic fail-safe N, and Orwin’s fail-safe N tests are conducted. Conclusively, the study finds that sociodemographic variables have a predominantly ‘very low’ or ‘low’ impact on ageism attitudes among university students. Specifically, only the variable of class shows a marginal effect (measured at −0.375), albeit statistically insignificant. Due to the absence of prior meta-analyses exploring the effects of sociodemographic factors on ageism among university students, these results cannot be directly compared with the existing research.

The Conditions of Functioning of the Student Family in Modern Russia: The Main Problems and Resources of Well-Being

The research relevance of the of the Institute of student families is growing in the Russian Federation. Firstly, a student family is an object of social protection since the conditions of its functioning are associated with a number of problems. Therefore, resources are needed to form or restore well-being. Secondly, due to the decrease in the overall fertility rate and population in Russia student families can be considered as a demographic development resource. This study discusses well-being parameters of different types of student families. The purpose of this work is to systematize these parameters that determine the well–being of student families, which will allow us to draw conclusions about what resources families need. At the first stage, a theoretical analysis was carried out and definitions of the concept of “student family” were clarified. At the second stage of the study, sociological data were collected by a mass survey and factor analysis (the method of main components, Kaiser normalization) was carried out, which allowed us to determine the trends of student youth goal-setting. These goals underlie the formation of ideas about well-being. The methodological basis of the research is the theory of planned behavior, which allows us to consider the attitudes of student youth as significant for members of student families who are included in the social environment of the higher education space. As a result, it was revealed which attitudes are the basis for the formation of well-being. Empirical data were obtained within the framework of the All-Russian sociological study “Student Family of Russia” conducted by IDI FNIST RAS in 2022, the sample size was 1,388 students aged 17-28 years receiving higher professional education in 15 higher educational institutions in 12 regions of Russia. The study identified the historical conditions for changes in the institution of the student family and parameters of well-being and described different types of student families.

Relationship between Tooth Brushing and Hand Washing by Family Type among Adolescents: A 2020 Nationally Representative Korean Survey

Habits formed during adolescence tend to persist into adulthood, and correcting poor habits or behaviors during this time is more effective than at other times. Particularly, parents and caregivers should encourage good hygiene habits in their adolescent children by setting a positive example themselves. Using logistic regression, we analyzed the association between brushing teeth after lunch and washing hands before lunch by family type among 54,848 adolescents from the 17th Youth Health Behavior Survey raw data in 2021. Four logistic regression models were used to adjust for confounders hierarchically. In all models, adolescents who practiced tooth brushing after lunch were 2.09 times more likely to practice hand washing before lunch than those who did not. With and without adjustment, we found that the association between adolescents’ tooth brushing and hand washing practices in two-parent households was stronger than the association between adolescents’ tooth brushing and hand washing practices in single-parent households. Associations were found between tooth brushing and hand washing practices, and these associations were higher among adolescents in two-parent households than among adolescents in single-parent households. The finding of a significant link between family type and personal hygiene habits indicates the need for interventions to enhance the oral health of children and adolescents. Such interventions should be customized to reflect the specific characteristics of the child’s household.

Clinical study on the characteristics and related influencing factors of deliberate drug ingestion in adolescents.

To analyze the characteristics of deliberate drug ingestion in adolescents and its related influencing factors. This was a retrospective study. A total of 158 cases of deliberate drug ingestion as observation group and 160 cases of other diseases in adolescents as control group were treated in the Emergency Department of Baoding Hospital of Beijing Children's Hospital Affiliated to Capital Medical University from January 2020 to December 2022. The clinical characteristics of adolescents who engaged in deliberate drug ingestion were analyzed, and various factors that could potentially influence deliberate drug ingestion in adolescents were subjected to both univariate and multivariate analysis. There was a progressive increase in the number of patients presenting with mental health issues year by year. Univariate analysis showed that family type, guardian's education level, place of residence, whether they were only children, parents' knowledge of medication, awareness of medication safety, depression/anxiety, negative life events, and social support were risk factors for deliberate drug ingestion in adolescents (all p<0.05). Logistic regression analysis showed that family type, parents' knowledge of medication, awareness of medication safety, whether they were depressed/anxious, negative life events, and social support were independent risk factors for deliberate drug ingestion in adolescents (p<0.05). The incidence of deliberate drug ingestion in adolescents is increasing year by year, and their behavior is influenced by multiple factors. Interventions should be targeted at controllable influencing factors to prevent or reduce deliberate drug ingestion in adolescents.

Integrating the family stress model within a longitudinal sibling-adoption study of adolescent externalizing behavior.

Using a sample of linked adopted children, adoptive and birth parents (N = 561), and biological siblings residing in the birth parent home (N = 191), we examined the role of genetics within family stress processes. We tested parental hostility (7 years) as a mediator of the associations between socioeconomic strain and rearing parent psychopathology (4 years) and adolescent externalizing behaviors (11 years) in adoptive and biological parent homes. Next, we examined parent social support (4 years) as a moderator of paths from socioeconomic strain and parent psychopathology to parental hostility. Parental hostility significantly mediated effects of socioeconomic strain and parent psychopathology on adolescent externalizing behaviors in biological and adoptive parent homes, respectively. Equivalence testing of the paths to adolescent externalizing behaviors across family types indicated a negligible role of passive gene-environment correlation. Parent social support significantly attenuated the effect of parent psychopathology on parental hostility in biological families. Birth parent externalizing behaviors were not significantly associated with adoptee externalizing behaviors nor adoptive parent hostility, suggesting negligible heritable risk or evocative gene-environment processes. Full- and half-sibling correlations indicated that children's unique rearing contexts contributed to the parenting they received and the externalizing behavior they exhibited. Implications for intervention are discussed.

The Difference of Parental Investment Model Between Multi-child Family and One-child Family

This study compared the parental investment patterns of multi-child families and single-child families. Through comparative analysis of the two family types, it is found that they have some differences in parental investment behavior. The results show that families with many children pay more attention to the cultivation of parent-child relationship, while families with only one child pay more attention to the cultivation of individual ability and independence. The research also found that the two kinds of families have differences in education investment, time investment and emotional investment, and different family types have their own characteristics and advantages in parental investment. These findings have important implications for understanding the differences in parental investment between different family types.

Lifestyle and Behavioural Changes of Adolescents during Pandemic Period

The COVID-19 had an impact on people’s social interaction and has brought changes to education, environment and economy. The whole world is under the effects of the COVID19 pandemic, which has put all nations in a unique lockdown situation to contain the disease. This unexpected lockdown has taken a toll on humans’ mental health. The effects of lockdown can affect the school as well as college students due to fear, anxiety and stress. This study intends to assess the adolescents' lifestyle and behavioural changes during Covid-19. The student’s Perception Scale was developed by the investigators. Survey method was employed to determine the perception of 120 students towards their life style and behavioural changes during Covid-19. The present study was conducted using an online survey and its designated link was distributed through social media. The findings of the study concluded that there is no significant difference in perception towards lifestyle and behavioural changes with respect to gender, age and type of family. The findings of the study further revealed that the type of institution has a significant effect on students’ perceptions of behavioural changes.

Assessment of depression, anxiety, stress, and insomnia among government school teachers in the rural catchment areas of Nandyal district: A cross-sectional study

Background: Among the most demanding careers that many Indians choose is teaching. Teachers are under a lot of stress because of all the extra responsibilities and duties they have from the school, education boards, and institutions. This can be a fertile ground for psychological problems among teachers. Aim: To assess depression, anxiety, stress, and sleep disturbances among school teachers and to find out their correlates. Materials and Methods: A cross-sectional observational study was planned in 100 teachers working in the government schools of the rural catchment of Nandyal district, Andhra Pradesh. Teachers were assessed through a semistructured proforma containing sociodemographic information, information about job-related factors, and DASS 21 to assess depression, anxiety, and stress and Insomnia Severity Index to assess sleep disturbances. Results: The overall prevalence of depression, anxiety, and stress symptoms among teachers was found to be 28%, 61%, and 24%, respectively, and sleep disturbances were 38%. Depression was found to be independently associated with marital status (married &gt; single, P &lt; 0.001), position at workplace (secondary grade &gt; primary grade, P &lt; 0.001), mode of transport (public transport &gt; personal, P = 0.001), source of income (single &gt; family, P = 0.013), higher level of income (P &lt; 0.001), stress (P &lt; 0.001), and anxiety (P &lt; 0.001). Anxiety was associated with migration for the job (P &lt; 0.001), stress (P &lt; 0.001), and depression (P &lt; 0.001), while insomnia was associated with the type of family (nuclear &gt; joint, P = 0.015), source of income (single &gt; family, P = 0.039), no interaction with a colleague (P = 0.007), being dissatisfied with job (P = 0.002), and stress (P = 0.005). Conclusion: The significantly moderate proportion of depression, anxiety, stress, and insomnia among government schoolteachers is suggestive of the need for the necessary psychological aid and counseling for such teachers. Therefore, appropriate methods must be introduced to address the concerns of teachers, thereby reducing anxiety and stress among them.

Trajectory and Determinants of Quality of Life Among Postpartum Women.

The postpartum period is a critical phase in which postpartum women experience dynamic changes in their physiology, psychology, and family status. This study investigated the changes in women's quality of life (QoL) during the first, third, and sixth months of the postpartum period and their associated factors. A single-group repeated-measure design was used to collect data from 282 postpartum women recruited from a regional hospital in Taiwan. We used the brief World Health Organization Quality of Life scale, Social Support Scale, and Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale to assess postpartum women's quality of life, social support, and postpartum depressive symptoms, respectively. The data were analyzed using trajectory analysis and generalized estimating equations. The trajectory analysis indicated that postpartum women could be categorized into low, medium, and high QoL groups. Although the medium and high QoL groups maintained stable QoL levels, the low QoL group experienced a linear decrease in QoL over time. Moreover, the determinants of postpartum women's QoL were immigrant status, employment status, family type, social support, and postpartum depression. Health care providers should assess these determinants of postpartum QoL in perinatal women to identify those at risk of low postpartum quality of life. Early assessment and intervention by health care providers could significantly improve the health status of women after childbirth.

Kaitan Gender dan Struktur Keluarga dengan Pemberian Intervensi Gizi Spesifik pada Anak Usia 6-23 Bulan

This study aimed to explore the relationship between gender and family structure by providing specific nutritional interventions to children aged 6-23 months. The method used was analytical observational with a cross-sectional approach. The research results from chi-square analysis showed that there was a significant relationship between the child's gender and family type and the provision of specific nutrition (p value &lt;0.05). The majority of male children received positive specific nutrition, namely 52.2%, and girls received positive specific nutrition, namely 64.9%. The nuclear family type provided specific nutrition positively by 63.1% and the large family type provided specific nutrition negatively by 52.8%. In conclusion, the child's gender and family type have a significant influence on the provision of specific nutrition and nuclear families are more likely to provide better nutrition. Keyword: Child's Gender, Provision of Specific Nutrition, Stunting, Family Type

Impact of a structured teaching on the ill effects of tobacco chewing among Indian adults.

Tobacco chewing remains a prevalent health issue globally, particularly in India, where it is deeply ingrained in cultural practices. This study evaluates the impact of a structured teaching program on knowledge regarding the ill effects of tobacco chewing among adults enrolled in arts and commerce colleges in Patan, India. A quasi-experimental design was employed, with 100 participants recruited from arts and commerce colleges. The structured teaching program included educational sessions covering the harmful effects of tobacco chewing and cessation strategies. Pre and post-test knowledge assessments were conducted using a self-structured questionnaire. The majority of participants were aged 15-17 years (75%), male (75%), and from urban areas (58.33%). Significant improvements in knowledge scores were observed following the intervention (pretest mean score = 11.5, posttest mean score = 44.38), with a significant difference between pre and post-test scores (t = 11.38, p < 0.001). Associations between pre-test knowledge scores and demographic variables such as gender, education, type of family, area of residence, father's education and occupation, monthly income, history of illness, and previous knowledge were identified (p < 0.05). Conclusion: The study underscores the significance of targeted health education programs in addressing tobacco-related health risks and promoting public health. By enhancing awareness and knowledge among adults, such interventions contribute to fostering behavior change and reducing the burden of tobacco-related diseases.

Subjective Well-Being of Female Adolescents with Disability in Indonesia

Background: Subjective well-being is vital for individuals with physical and intellectual disabilities to possess because it affects their future life development. Adolescents with physical disabilities are one of the groups considered to have low levels of Subjective Well Being. Materials and Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted among 139 female adolescents with disability in Indonesia. The data were collected by directly interviewing the students based on the questionnaire guide and reviewing the participant information through secondary data. The data collection instruments cover the socio-demographic data questionnaire and Satisfaction with Life Scale. Results: The majority of the female adolescent with disability satisfy with their life (70.5%). Their satisfaction was associated with their family type and their age (p &lt; 0.05), but not associated with age, parent occupation and their grade (p &gt; 0.05). Conclusion: Students from nuclear family seems to have better support to the disabled adolescent, so that they have better lafe satisfaction compared to their peer living in an extended family.

Nutritional Status of Under-Five Children in the Climate Vulnerable Area of Bangladesh

Children, due to their physiological and metabolic vulnerabilities, are particularly sensitive to climate-related changes. Factors such as heat waves, extreme weather events, temperature variations, increased precipitation, and drought directly impact food and nutrition. This cross-sectional study was aimed to assess the nutritional status of under-5 children in a flood-prone district in northern Bangladesh. A total of 207 children aged 24-59 months were conveniently selected for the study. Data collection involved face-to-face interviews and observations using a semi-structured questionnaire. Data analysis was performed using SPSS version 16.0. Demographic information, educational background, immunization status, breastfeeding practices, health history, and dietary intake were considered for assessing nutritional status. More than half (55.6%) of the children was in age group 48-59 months, and the male-female ratio was 1.25:1. Most of the (70%) children belonged to nuclear families and more female children (53.6%) had completed their primary education than male (44%). All children were immunized, where three-fifth (60.4%) of the mothers acknowledged breastfeeding after birth, and three-fourth (75.4%) had completed exclusive breastfeeding. The majority were not ill in the month preceding the data collection. Dietary assessment revealed that most of the (94%) children consumed rice in the morning as breakfast, 97% at midday as lunch, and 94% at night as dinner. Among the children all of them had experienced flooding (100%) and significant proportion had experienced river bank erosion (97.6%). According to measurements, 81.2% were normal by MUAC, 62.8% by height for age Z scores, 71% by weight for age Z scores, and 83.1% by weight for height Z scores. The study identified higher proportions of underweight and severe wasted cases in male children, severe stunted cases with mothers having primary education, and severe wasted cases in extended families. Although certain trends were observed, the relationships between nutritional status and variables such as gender, maternal education, family type, and duration of residence were not statistically significant. Given the potential long-term impact of malnutrition, early intervention, and prioritization of nutritional considerations during the under-five age group are imperative. Bangladesh Med J. 2023 May; 52(2): 29-39

A Comparative Analysis of Social Development in Preschool Children of Working and Non-Working Mothers

Background: Children's social development affects how they socialize with their surrounding environment, where some children have difficulty socializing and adjusting to the environment. The purpose of this study was to compare the social development of preschool-age children in working mothers and non-working mothers.Methods: This study used analytical observations with a cross-sectional design conducted by 113 mothers with preschool children aged 4-6. Data was collected using the DDST II questionnaire sheet specifically for aspects of personal social development. Results: The respondents were 20-35 years old (79.6%), almost half of the children were four years old (40.7%), and also half of the children were female (64.6%). Next, half of the mothers were working (75.3%), the nuclear family type (61.9%), and the social development of preschool children were mostly in the caution category, as much as 47.8%. There was a difference in the social development of children in working mothers and non-working mothers (p-value&lt;0.05). Conclusion: It is expected that working mothers can manage their time, guide and supervise the development of their children, and provide independent trust and freedom to children so that they are not dependent on their parents to carry out age-appropriate developmental tasks.

A machine learning approach to determine the risk factors for fall in multiple sclerosis

BackgroundFalls in multiple sclerosis can result in numerous problems, including injuries and functional loss. Therefore, determining the factors contributing to falls in people with Multiple Sclerosis (PwMS) is crucial. This study aims to investigate the contributing factors to falls in multiple sclerosis using a machine learning approach.MethodsThis cross-sectional study was conducted with 253 PwMS admitted to the outpatient clinic of a university hospital between February and August 2023. A sociodemographic data collection form, Fall Efficacy Scale (FES-I), Berg Balance Scale (BBS), Fatigue Severity Scale (FSS), Expanded Disability Status Scale (EDSS), Multiple Sclerosis Impact Scale (MSIS-29), and Timed 25 Foot Walk Test (T25-FW) were used for data collection. Gradient-boosting algorithms were employed to predict the important variables for falls in PwMS. The XGBoost algorithm emerged as the best performed model in this study.ResultsMost of the participants (70.0%) were female, with a mean age of 40.44 ± 10.88 years. Among the participants, 40.7% reported a fall history in the last year. The area under the curve value of the model was 0.713. Risk factors of falls in PwMS included MSIS-29 (0.424), EDSS (0.406), marital status (0.297), education level (0.240), disease duration (0.185), age (0.130), family type (0.119), smoking (0.031), income level (0.031), and regular exercise habit (0.026).ConclusionsIn this study, smoking and regular exercise were the modifiable factors contributing to falls in PwMS. We recommend that clinicians facilitate the modification of these factors in PwMS. Age and disease duration were non-modifiable factors. These should be considered as risk increasing factors and used to identify PwMS at risk. Interventions aimed at reducing MSIS-29 and EDSS scores will help to prevent falls in PwMS. Education of individuals to increase knowledge and awareness is recommended. Financial support policies for those with low income will help to reduce the risk of falls.

Cohort study on association between catastrophic costs and unfavorable tuberculosis treatment outcomes among TB-HIV and TB-diabetes comorbid patients in India

BackgroundIndia grapples with an alarming burden of tuberculosis (TB), reporting 2.6 million incident cases in 2023, necessitating intensified efforts toward TB elimination. The prevalence of catastrophic costs, defined as expenses exceeding 20% of annual household income, varies widely. Our objective was to determine the association between catastrophic costs from TB-HIV and TB-diabetes care and unfavorable TB treatment outcomes.MethodsWe conducted a cohort study in Bhavnagar, India, from July 2019 to January 2021, involving 234 TB-HIV and 304 TB-diabetes patients. Catastrophic costs were assessed using the World Health Organization’s tool. Unfavorable TB treatment outcomes included positive results from sputum smear, nucleic acid amplification, or culture tests at treatment completion, death during treatment, or treatment cessation for a month (for drug-sensitive TB) or two months (for drug-resistant TB). Firth regression was employed to address quasi-separation issues and identify predictors.ResultsAmong TB-HIV patients, 12% faced catastrophic costs, with 20% experiencing unfavorable TB outcomes. In this group, significant predictors included weight (OR: 0.93, 95% CI: 0.89–0.98), family type (OR: 2.5, 95% CI: 1.2–5.5), and initial hospitalization (OR: 2.6, 95% CI: 1.1–6.3). For TB-diabetes patients, 5% faced catastrophic costs, and 14% had unfavorable outcomes, with significant predictors being below the poverty line (BPL) (OR: 2.9, 95% CI: 1.5–5.9) and initial hospitalization (OR: 3.4, 95% CI: 1.1–11.1). Catastrophic cost incidence was higher in TB-HIV (12% vs. 4% in TB only) and TB-diabetes (5% vs. 4% in TB only) patients. However, catastrophic costs did not show a direct association with unfavorable outcomes in either group.ConclusionsOur study found no direct association between catastrophic costs and unfavorable TB outcomes among TB-HIV/TB-diabetes patients. Instead, factors such as weight, family type, BPL status, and initial hospitalization were significant predictors. These findings underscore the importance of socio-economic conditions and initial hospitalization, advocate for enhanced support mechanisms including nutritional and financial aid, especially for BPL families.

Patterns of Nicotine Use Among Women in the Rural Population of Kolar: A Cross-Sectional Study.

Background The prevalence of smokeless tobacco (SLT) use among Indian women, particularly those from lower socioeconomic backgrounds with little access to formal education, has been steadily increasing, which is a cause for concern. Women frequently use various forms and companies of powdered, rubbed, and chewed SLT, with or without betelnut and flavorings, often simultaneously, starting at an early age and persisting into their reproductive years. Consequently, they are vulnerable to both the chance of developing cancer and experiencing health issues during pregnancy and childbirth. The purpose of the study was to assess the prevalence of women using SLT and the factors that were linked to these outcomes. Methodology The community-based analytical, cross-sectional study was carried out for four months (February-May 2024) in the selected rural areas of Kolar district, Karnataka, India. Women aged 15 years and above who lived in the selected rural areas of Kolar district as permanent residents and had a history of nicotine use were included. Women using smoked forms of tobaccoand bedridden or terminally ill cancer patients were excluded from the study. An interviewer administered a semistructured interview schedule to collect data. The questionnaire included sections on sociodemographic characteristics (age, education, occupation, marital status, socioeconomic status, and type of family), nicotine use patterns (types of SLT/nicotine products used and mode of use), maternal history, menstrual history, alcohol consumption history, morbidity conditions, and nicotine dependence, which were assessed by Fagerstrom Test for Nicotine Dependence (FTND). Results The participants, 92 women, ranged in age from 15 to 80 years old, with a mean age of 41.2 years. Most of the participants were diagnosed with oral cancer (n = 19, 20.7%), followed by esophageal cancer (n = 13, 14.1%). When participants were enquired about the mode of usage of tobacco, most of them used chewable form (n = 43, 46.7%). When dependence was assessed by the Fagerstrom nicotine dependence scale, high dependence was observed in 83.7% of women (n = 77), whereas low-to-moderate dependence was observed in 16.3% of women (n = 15). Among the 92 participants, only 16 participants (17.3%) made attempts to quit using SLT. The sociodemographic factors associated with nicotine dependence included age between 41 and 60 years, illiteracy, lower economic status, widowhood, unmarried status, unemployment, Hindu by religion, nuclear family, non-alcoholic, irregular menstrual cycles, and significant maternal history (P-value less than 0.05). Conclusion The development of tailored interventions that address the specific needs of illiterate, unemployed, lower-class, and unmarried women in nuclear families was observed. These interventions should incorporate mental health screening, psychoeducation, and community-based support to promote cessation of SLT and improve their overall well-being.