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Liu X, Zhu C, Dong Z, Luo Y. The Relationship between Stress and Academic Self-Efficacy among Students at Elite Colleges: A Longitudinal Analysis. Behav Sci (Basel) 2024; 14:537. [PMID: 39062360 PMCID: PMC11274126 DOI: 10.3390/bs14070537] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/22/2024] [Revised: 06/17/2024] [Accepted: 06/24/2024] [Indexed: 07/28/2024] Open
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Stress and academic self-efficacy are crucial factors in the psychological health of college students. Previous research has shown that stress is associated with academic self-efficacy, but their longitudinal relationships among students at elite colleges remain unclear. This study aimed to explore the longitudinal relationships between stress and academic self-efficacy among students from five elite colleges in China. Descriptive statistics indicated that students experienced a slight reduction in stress accompanied by a marginal increase in academic self-efficacy from the junior year to the senior year. Correlation analysis revealed that stress was negatively correlated with academic self-efficacy. According to cross-lagged models, heightened stress significantly predicted lower levels of academic self-efficacy. However, greater academic self-efficacy did not significantly predict lower stress. In conclusion, stress exhibited a unidirectional negative prediction on academic self-efficacy over time among students at elite colleges. The results of this study suggested that elite colleges should pay more attention to the mental health of students and provide appropriate guidance, such as establishing a positive mental health atmosphere in the educational environment and employing advanced technological means.
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- Xinqiao Liu
- School of Education, Tianjin University, Tianjin 300350, China
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- School of Education, Tianjin University, Tianjin 300350, China
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- College of Art and Science, The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC 27599, USA
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- School of Public Administration, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Chengdu 611731, China
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Loder AKF, van Poppel MNM. Associations of smart device apps with and without a perceived self-efficacy component in a physical activity context with BMI. J Health Psychol 2024:13591053241258254. [PMID: 38898618 DOI: 10.1177/13591053241258254] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/21/2024] Open
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Smart device apps can be used to promote physical activity, decrease sedentariness, or increase self-efficacy to get active in college students, possibly reducing their obesity risk. This study assessed associations of college students' smart device use with body mass index (BMI), expecting associations between physical activity parameters and self-efficacy with BMI, moderated by app type. In an online survey, app data of a week from student's devices, weight, height, physical activity, and self-efficacy to get active were collected from 120 students. Apps were categorized "physical activity," "physical activity with a self-efficacy component," or "unrelated." Use time of physical activity apps is not associated with BMI, while self-efficacy app time show negative and unrelated app time positive associations. Self-efficacy may be an important component in app design for obesity risk reduction of college students. Test economy was low, which is why future studies need to concentrate on better data extraction methods.
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Dakanalis A, Voulgaridou G, Alexatou O, Papadopoulou SK, Jacovides C, Pritsa A, Chrysafi M, Papacosta E, Kapetanou MG, Tsourouflis G, Antonopoulou M, Mitsiou M, Antasouras G, Giaginis C. Overweight and Obesity Is Associated with Higher Risk of Perceived Stress and Poor Sleep Quality in Young Adults. MEDICINA (KAUNAS, LITHUANIA) 2024; 60:983. [PMID: 38929600 PMCID: PMC11206025 DOI: 10.3390/medicina60060983] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/22/2024] [Revised: 06/07/2024] [Accepted: 06/13/2024] [Indexed: 06/28/2024]
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Background and Objectives: Overweight and obesity are growing public health challenges, particularly concerning young adults. University life presents a unique set of stressors that may influence weight management alongside sleep quality. In this cross-sectional study, we aimed to investigate the association between overweight or obesity, stress, and sleep quality in a large sample of Greek university students. Materials and Methods: The study recruited 2116 active students from across various Greek universities. Participants completed questionnaires on sociodemographics, academic performance, and physical activity levels using the International Physical Activity Questionnaire (IPAQ). Stress and sleep quality were assessed using the Perceived Stress Scale (PSS) and the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI), respectively. Body weight and height were directly measured to calculate Body Mass Index (BMI). Results: Our analysis of 2116 Greek university students revealed significant associations between various factors and overweight/obesity. Compared to their rural counterparts, young adults in urban areas had an 88% higher prevalence of overweight/obesity (p = 0.0056). Regular smokers were twice as likely to be overweight or obese (p = 0.0012). Notably, those with low physical activity levels displayed a more than two-fold increased risk (p = 0.0008) compared to those with moderate or high activity levels. Similarly, students with moderate or high perceived stress levels had a more than two-fold prevalence of overweight/obesity compared to those with low stress (p = 0.0005). Inadequate sleep quality was also associated with an 86% higher risk of overweight/obesity (p = 0.0007). Interestingly, good academic performance showed a 57% greater prevalence of overweight/obesity compared to very good/excellent performance (p = 0.0103). Conclusions: Our findings reveal that perceived stress and poor sleep quality are significant risk factors for overweight and obesity in this young adult population.
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- Antonios Dakanalis
- Department of Mental Health, Fondazione IRCCS San Gerardo dei Tintori, 20900 Monza, Italy
- School of Medicine and Surgery, University of Milano-Bicocca, 20900 Monza, Italy
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- Department of Nutritional Sciences and Dietetics, Faculty of Health Sciences, International Hellenic University, 57001 Thessaloniki, Greece; (G.V.); (S.K.P.); (C.J.); (A.P.)
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- Department of Food Science and Nutrition, School of the Environment, University of the Aegean, 81400 Lemnos, Greece; (O.A.); (M.C.); (M.G.K.); (M.A.); (G.A.)
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- Department of Nutritional Sciences and Dietetics, Faculty of Health Sciences, International Hellenic University, 57001 Thessaloniki, Greece; (G.V.); (S.K.P.); (C.J.); (A.P.)
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- Department of Nutritional Sciences and Dietetics, Faculty of Health Sciences, International Hellenic University, 57001 Thessaloniki, Greece; (G.V.); (S.K.P.); (C.J.); (A.P.)
- Department of Food Science and Nutrition, School of the Environment, University of the Aegean, 81400 Lemnos, Greece; (O.A.); (M.C.); (M.G.K.); (M.A.); (G.A.)
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- Department of Nutritional Sciences and Dietetics, Faculty of Health Sciences, International Hellenic University, 57001 Thessaloniki, Greece; (G.V.); (S.K.P.); (C.J.); (A.P.)
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- Department of Food Science and Nutrition, School of the Environment, University of the Aegean, 81400 Lemnos, Greece; (O.A.); (M.C.); (M.G.K.); (M.A.); (G.A.)
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- Department of Physical Education and Sport Sciences, School of Education and Social Sciences, Frederick University, 3080 Limassol, Cyprus;
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- Department of Food Science and Nutrition, School of the Environment, University of the Aegean, 81400 Lemnos, Greece; (O.A.); (M.C.); (M.G.K.); (M.A.); (G.A.)
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- Second Department of Propedeutic Surgery, Medical School, University of Athens, 11527 Athens, Greece;
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- Department of Food Science and Nutrition, School of the Environment, University of the Aegean, 81400 Lemnos, Greece; (O.A.); (M.C.); (M.G.K.); (M.A.); (G.A.)
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- Department of Physiotherapy, School of Health Sciences, International Hellenic University, 57001 Thessaloniki, Greece;
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- Department of Food Science and Nutrition, School of the Environment, University of the Aegean, 81400 Lemnos, Greece; (O.A.); (M.C.); (M.G.K.); (M.A.); (G.A.)
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- Department of Food Science and Nutrition, School of the Environment, University of the Aegean, 81400 Lemnos, Greece; (O.A.); (M.C.); (M.G.K.); (M.A.); (G.A.)
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Navarro-Mateos C, Mora-Gonzalez J, Pérez-López IJ. The "STAR WARS: The First Jedi" Program-Effects of Gamification on Psychological Well-Being of College Students. Games Health J 2024; 13:65-74. [PMID: 37856161 DOI: 10.1089/g4h.2023.0059] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/20/2023] Open
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Background: College students are particularly susceptible to developing mental health problems. Gamification can be a powerful teaching strategy to favor motivation and behavioral changes for the improvement of psychological well-being. Purpose: To analyze the effect of a 14-week gamification-based physical education teaching program on psychological well-being of college students. Materials and Methods: A total of 112 college students (21.22 ± 2.55 years) were recruited and assigned to a gamification-based group or a control group. The intervention group participated in a gamification-based program under the framework of "STAR WARS" science fiction sage. Participants from this group used a mobile app with a countdown timer and the way for them to gain lifetime was by doing physical activity (PA) and formative challenges. The control group did not experience the gamification approach itself as their classes were based on traditional methodology. They were asked to maintain their usual lifestyle and were not required to do PA. Emotional intelligence, personal initiative, entrepreneurial attitude, resilience, and self-efficacy were self-reported. Results: The gamification-based group showed a significantly higher improvement of emotional intelligence (P ≤ 0.006), personal initiative (P ≤ 0.033), entrepreneurial attitude (P < 0.001), resilience (P = 0.002), and self-efficacy (P < 0.001), compared with the control group. Overall effect sizes were of medium magnitude for emotional intelligence and personal initiative, large magnitude for entrepreneurial attitude, and small magnitude for resilience and self-efficacy. Conclusion: Gamification and the use of mobile apps may become powerful teaching strategies to motivate college students toward healthier lifestyle behaviors that have psychological well-being benefits.
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- Carmen Navarro-Mateos
- Educación Física y Transformación Social, SEJ546 Research Group, Department of Physical Education and Sports, Faculty of Sport Sciences, University of Granada, Granada, Spain
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- Department of Physical Education and Sports, Faculty of Sport Sciences, Sport and Health University Research Institute (iMUDS), University of Granada, Granada, Spain
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- Educación Física y Transformación Social, SEJ546 Research Group, Department of Physical Education and Sports, Faculty of Sport Sciences, University of Granada, Granada, Spain
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Alanazi AF, Alghamdi RAN, Alhokail SO, Jailan AM, Aljaser AA, Alkanhal A, Bin Abdulrahman KA. Exploring the Enigmatic Link: Unraveling the Relationship Between Obesity and Cigarette Smoking Among Diverse College Students at Imam Mohammed Ibn Saud Islamic University in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Cureus 2024; 16:e56158. [PMID: 38618431 PMCID: PMC11015884 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.56158] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 03/14/2024] [Indexed: 04/16/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Obesity is defined as an excess of body fat. This medical condition frequently results in a high BMI and an increased risk of a variety of health problems, including diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and certain types of cancer. Cigarette smoking includes inhaling smoke created by the combustion of tobacco. It is linked to a variety of health issues, including lung cancer, heart disease, and respiratory ailments, and is a primary cause of preventable disease and premature death worldwide. The association between obesity and cigarette smoking is complex and incompletely understood. This study aims to investigate the intriguing association between obesity and cigarette smoking among diverse college students at Imam Mohammed Ibn Saud Islamic University in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. METHODOLOGY The study was conducted as an observational study, specifically an analytical cross-sectional study, to measure the prevalence of cigarette smoking and obesity and their association. This type of study is chosen because of its advantages including targeting a large sample in a short time and inexpensive way, with no loss to follow-up, unlike some other study designs. RESULTS In this study, we were able to collect data from 603 participants, of which 57.4% were male and 67.8% of them aged between 20 and 24 years old. Moreover, we found that 39.6% had normal weight; however, the prevalence of obesity, overweight, and underweight were 24%, 28.1%, and 8.3%, respectively. Considering the prevalence of smoking, we found that 22.6% of the participants reported being current smokers, while 5.3% were former smokers. There is a significant difference between participants with different BMIs (P=0.001). The prevalence of smoking was significantly higher in obese and overweighted participants (35.1% and 31.3%, respectively) compared with 28.4% in normal-weighted participants. CONCLUSION The prevalence of smoking and obesity in this study was significantly higher than reported in different studies. Moreover, we found a significant relationship between smoking and obesity; however, further investigation should be conducted to determine the cause of this relationship.
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- Ahmed F Alanazi
- Medicine and Surgery, Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud Islamic University, Riyadh, SAU
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- Medicine and Surgery, Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud Islamic University, Riyadh, SAU
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- Medicine and Surgery, Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud Islamic University, Riyadh, SAU
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Saintila J, Calizaya-Milla YE, Carranza-Cubas SP, Serpa-Barrientos A, Oblitas-Guerrero SM, Ramos-Vera C. Body mass index and healthy lifestyle practices among Peruvian university students: a comparative study among academic discipline. Front Nutr 2024; 11:1361394. [PMID: 38450241 PMCID: PMC10915028 DOI: 10.3389/fnut.2024.1361394] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/04/2024] [Accepted: 02/08/2024] [Indexed: 03/08/2024] Open
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Background Excess body weight and an unhealthy lifestyle are a risk factor for noncommunicable diseases. University students are susceptible to unhealthy habits and obesity. This study compared body mass index (BMI) and healthy lifestyle practices among university students from four academic disciplines: Health Sciences, Business Sciences, Human Sciences and Education, and Engineering/Architecture. Methods A cross-sectional study was carried out using a sample of 6,642 university students selected by non-probability convenience sampling. The Diet and Healthy Lifestyle Scale (DEVS), the Peruvian validation of the Vegetarian Lifestyle Index (VLI), was used to assess healthy lifestyle practices. Results Students in the areas of Business Sciences and Engineering/Architecture had a higher BMI than their peers in Health Sciences (B = 0.35, 95% CI: 0.15-0.56 and 0.32, 95% CI: 0.13-0.52; p = 0.001). Additionally, these students tended to adopt less healthy lifestyle (B = -0.11, 95% CI: -0.20 to -0.01 and -0.09, 95% CI: -0.18 to -0.00; p < 0.05) compared to those in Health Sciences. Conclusion Although students of Health Sciences and Human Sciences and Education exhibited healthy lifestyle patterns, there is a clear need to improve eating and living habits in general among the university population to mitigate the risk factors associated with non-communicable diseases.
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Yu Y, Lau JTF, Li J, Mo PKH, Li J, Chen Y, Ma L. Very tall female young adults tended to be smokers: A large-scale exploratory cross-sectional survey of 26,405 college students in China. JOURNAL OF AMERICAN COLLEGE HEALTH : J OF ACH 2024; 72:390-397. [PMID: 35595267 DOI: 10.1080/07448481.2022.2037612] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/09/2021] [Revised: 01/09/2022] [Accepted: 01/30/2022] [Indexed: 06/15/2023]
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OBJECTIVE This study investigated the sex-specific prevalence of smoking (past 30 days) and the associations with height among university/college students. PARTICIPANTS 25,405 (11,579/14,826 males/females) college students in Xi'an China. METHODS A cross-sectional, self-administered survey. RESULTS The male and female prevalence of smoking (past 30 days) was 32.9% and 7.4%, respectively. The prevalence of smoking of the male height groups ranged from 29.8% to 36.9%; only the ≥188 cm height group showed significantly higher prevalence than the reference group (i.e., 173-177cm; 33.0%). The female prevalence of smoking was 4.0-8.2% in the ≤170cm groups and increased to 12.3% in the 171-175 cm group and 36.1% in the ≥176 cm group, while it was 6.5% for the reference group (161-165 cm). CONCLUSIONS This exploratory study firstly revealed the significantly higher prevalence of smoking among the "tallest" height groups, especially among females. Future studies are warranted to confirm such findings and explore related mechanisms.
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- Yanqiu Yu
- Centre for Health Behaviours Research, School of Public Health and Primary Care, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China
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- Centre for Health Behaviours Research, School of Public Health and Primary Care, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China
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- Xianyang Caihong Hospital, Xianyang, China
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- Centre for Health Behaviours Research, School of Public Health and Primary Care, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China
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- Department of Clinical Research, Sun Yat-Sen University Cancer Center, State Key Laboratory of Oncology in South China, Guangzhou, China
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- School of Public Health, Xi'an Jiaotong University Health Science Center, Xi'an, China
- Research Centre on College Students Ideological Education and Practice, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, China
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- School of Public Health, Xi'an Jiaotong University Health Science Center, Xi'an, China
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Baruwa OJ, Gbadebo BM, Adeleye OJ, Tabana H, Fagbamigbe AF. Decomposing the rural-urban disparities in overweight and obesity among women of reproductive age in Nigeria. BMC Womens Health 2023; 23:680. [PMID: 38129895 PMCID: PMC10734196 DOI: 10.1186/s12905-023-02813-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/11/2023] [Accepted: 11/27/2023] [Indexed: 12/23/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Overweight and obese women face various reproductive and other health challenges, and in some cases, even mortality. Despite evidence of rural-urban disparities in overweight and obesity among women of reproductive age, there is limited evidence regarding the predictors of these disparities. This study aims to investigate the factors associated with overweight and obesity and examine the contributors to rural-urban disparities in overweight and obesity among women of reproductive age in Nigeria. METHODS We utilized the 2018 Nigeria Demographic and Health Survey dataset. The survey employed a two-stage cluster sampling technique based on Nigeria's 2006 census enumeration areas for sample selection. Overweight and obesity were defined as a body mass index (BMI) ≥ 25. Data analyses were conducted using the Logistic Regression Model and the threefold Blinder-Oaxaca decomposition model (α0.05). RESULTS The study revealed that older women (OR = 2.44; CI = 2.11-2.83), those with higher wealth (OR = 2.05; CI = 1.81-2.31), contraceptive users (OR = 1.41; CI = 1.27-1.57), and residents of the South-South region (OR = 1.24; CI = 1.07-1.45) were more likely to be overweight/obese. The decomposition analysis indicated that the mean predicted prevalence of overweight and obesity is 35.5% in urban areas, compared to 21.1% in rural areas of Nigeria. Factors such as wealth status, educational level, media exposure, and contraceptive use were identified as significant contributors to these disparities. CONCLUSION The findings underscore the importance of addressing socioeconomic disparities when designing healthcare interventions to reduce the burden of overweight and obesity, particularly in urban areas. Prioritizing these factors can facilitate efforts to promote healthier lifestyles and enhance overall well-being.
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- Department of Epidemiology and Medical Statistics, Faculty of Public Health, College of Medicine. University of Ibadan, Ibadan, Nigeria.
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- Department of Epidemiology and Medical Statistics, Faculty of Public Health, College of Medicine. University of Ibadan, Ibadan, Nigeria
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- School of Public Health, University of the Western Cape, Cape Town, South Africa
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- Department of Epidemiology and Medical Statistics, Faculty of Public Health, College of Medicine. University of Ibadan, Ibadan, Nigeria
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Alves MG, Nascimento JDSG, Rosário R, Komatsu AV, Dalri MCB, Silva JLD. Cardiovascular health in nursing and medical students. Rev Gaucha Enferm 2023; 44:e20230004. [PMID: 37971107 DOI: 10.1590/1983-1447.2023.20230004.en] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/16/2023] [Accepted: 06/26/2023] [Indexed: 11/19/2023] Open
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OBJECTIVE To verify whether nursing and medical students take measures regarding their cardiovascular health and the associated risk factors. METHOD Cross-sectional study, online data collection with 413 students in February and March 2021, using specific and validated instruments. Kruskal-Wallis, chi-square and logistic regression were adopted for statistical analyses. RESULTS 73.3% self-reported that they were healthy. We identified a higher risk for developing cardiovascular diseases in sedentary students (OR = 38.6, p < 0.001), with irregular adherence to physical activity (OR = 16.2, p < 0.001) and with a higher level of perceived stress (OR = 1.12, p < 0.001). CONCLUSION Students who take action to promote cardiovascular health showed lower risk compared to those who did not. If students do not value their own health during the education process, this may interfere with their professional performance after graduation.
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- Mateus Goulart Alves
- Universidade de Franca (Unifran), Programa de Pós-Graduação em Promoção da Saúde. Franca, São Paulo, Brasil
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- Universidade de São Paulo (USP), Escola de Enfemagem de Ribeirão Preto, Programa de Pós-Graduação em Enfermagem Fundamental. Ribeirão Preto, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Universidade do Minho (Uminho), Escola de Enfermagem. Braga, Portugal
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- Universidade de São Paulo (USP), Departamento de Sociologia. São Paulo, São Paulo, Brasil
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- Universidade de São Paulo (USP), Escola de Enfemagem de Ribeirão Preto, Programa de Pós-Graduação em Enfermagem Fundamental. Ribeirão Preto, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Universidade de Franca (Unifran), Programa de Pós-Graduação em Promoção da Saúde. Franca, São Paulo, Brasil
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Niu Y, Buranarugsa R, Kuhirunyaratn P. Comparing the Effects of Bafa Wubu Tai Chi and Traditional He-Style Tai Chi Exercises on Physical Health Risk Factors in Overweight Male College Students: A Randomized Controlled Trial. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2023; 20:6323. [PMID: 37510556 PMCID: PMC10379143 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph20146323] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/17/2023] [Revised: 06/25/2023] [Accepted: 07/05/2023] [Indexed: 07/30/2023]
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The aim of this study was to evaluate the effects of Bafa Wubu Tai Chi (BW-TC) and traditional He-style Tai Chi (TH-TC) exercises on physical health risk factors in overweight male college students and to compare the effectiveness of the two Tai Chi exercise forms in improving these risk factors. METHODS Eighty-one overweight male university students between the ages of 18 and 23 were randomly assigned in a 1:1:1 ratio to the BW-TC group, TH-TC group, and control group (CG). The Tai Chi exercise training consisted of 12 weeks, three times a week, for 60 min per session. The CG attended three health lectures and maintained their normal study routine. The outcomes were body composition and blood lipids. Data were collected at baseline and post-intervention and analyzed using one-way ANOVA and mixed-design ANOVA. RESULTS At baseline, there were no significant differences in demographic characteristics and assessed parameters (p > 0.05) among the groups. The BW TC and TH TC groups both significantly decreased their body weight (2.69 kg, 2.04 kg, respectively), body mass index (0.90 kg/m2, 0.67 kg/m2, respectively), body fat percentage (1.46%, 1.10%, respectively), low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (8.82 mg/dL, 9.27 mg/dL, respectively), total cholesterol (8.57 mg/dL, 9.34 mg/dL, respectively) and triglycerides (10.14 mg/dL, 10.63 mg/dL, respectively); and increased their muscle mass (-0.56 kg, -1.13 kg, respectively) and high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (-5.77 mg/dL, -6.37 mg/dL, respectively). Multiple comparisons showed that both Tai Chi groups were significantly better than the CG in improving the evaluated parameters. CONCLUSIONS Two types of Tai Chi interventions were effective in improving body composition and blood lipids in overweight university students, without significant differences between the two.
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- Yantao Niu
- Exercise and Sport Sciences Program, Graduate School, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen 40002, Thailand
- Faculty of Physical Education, Jiaozuo Normal College, Jiaozuo 454000, China
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- Exercise and Sport Sciences Program, Graduate School, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen 40002, Thailand
- Physical Education Program, Faculty of Education, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen 40002, Thailand
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- Department of Community Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen 40002, Thailand
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Valenzuela RLG, Velasco RIB, Jorge MPPC. Impact of COVID-19 pandemic on sleep of undergraduate students: A systematic literature review. Stress Health 2023; 39:4-34. [PMID: 35699687 DOI: 10.1002/smi.3171] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/09/2021] [Revised: 05/11/2022] [Accepted: 06/02/2022] [Indexed: 02/05/2023]
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The 2019 coronavirus pandemic forced the shift to distance education aggravating mental and physical vulnerabilities of undergraduate students, including sleep. This review aims to describe sleep problem rates and prevalence, sleep pattern disruption, sleep duration, sleep quality, insomnia symptoms, psychological and socio-economic factors affecting sleep of undergraduates in 22 countries. A systematic search for articles published from 2020 to 2021 using 'COVID-19,' 'Coronavirus,' 'Pandemic,' 'Sleep,' 'Mental Health,' and 'Students' from PubMed, Scopus, and Cochrane yielded 2550 articles, where 72 were included. Selection criteria were: English full-text available articles, undergraduates and not postgraduates, reported sleep outcomes, and participants not from allied health courses. Risk of bias was assessed using various Joanna Briggs Institute checklists and outcomes were descriptively synthesized. Prevalence of sleep problems was notable, while longitudinal studies showed increased rates. There was significantly increased sleep duration, and sleep pattern disruption during lockdowns. Several psychological, behavioural, environmental, demographic, and socio-economic factors were found to be associated with sleep changes. These highlight the pandemic's impact on sleep of undergraduate students and reveal opportunities for institutions to intervene with policies and programs to promote the well-being of undergraduates. Limitations include recall bias and underrepresentation of other countries. This study is self-funded with registration number RGAO-2021-0071.
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- College of Medicine, University of the Philippines Manila, Manila, Philippines.,Department of Physiology, College of Medicine, University of the Philippines Manila, Manila, Philippines
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Alsulami S, Althagafi N, Hazazi E, Alsayed R, Alghamdi M, Almohammadi T, Almurashi S, Baig M. Obesity and Its Associations with Gender, Smoking, Consumption of Sugary Drinks, and Hour of Sleep Among King Abdulaziz University Students in Saudi Arabia. Diabetes Metab Syndr Obes 2023; 16:925-934. [PMID: 37033397 PMCID: PMC10075260 DOI: 10.2147/dmso.s405729] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/23/2023] [Accepted: 03/28/2023] [Indexed: 04/03/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND This study investigated the prevalence of obesity among university students in Saudi Arabia's western region, as well as its association with gender, smoking, consumption of sugary drinks, and hours of sleep. METHODS A cross-sectional study recruited a simple random sample of students from King Abdulaziz University (KAU) in Saudi Arabia's western region. In this study, the Arab Teens Lifestyle (ATLS) questionnaire was used. The survey was conducted between April and June 2022. RESULTS In total, 659 students participated (313 males [37.3%] and 437 females [66.2%]). One-fourth of the students, 158 (24%), were overweight, and 83 (12.7%) were obese. Male participants were overweight or obese by a rate of 32.6% and 19.4%, respectively. Female overweight and obese rates were 16.2% and 6.6%, respectively. Moreover, obesity/overweight rates were 43.6% in the urban area and 36.9% in the rural area (P=0.03). A total of 370 participants (56.14%) slept less than 8 hours per day, 185 (28.1%) spent more than five hours per day watching television or using the internet, and 303 (46%) ate breakfast on a regular basis. Obesity/overweight was more common in smokers than in nonsmokers (59.7% vs 32.8%, P=0.01). The prevalence of obesity was lower among those who walked three days or more per week (28.1% vs 44.1%; P=0.01) and ran/jogged outside or on a treadmill three days or more per week (29.5% vs 39.8%; P=0.03) than among those who ran/jogged less than three days per week. Student obesity was independently predicted by being male (P=0.01), drinking more sugary drinks (P=0.01), smoking (P=0.03), and sleeping for fewer hours (P=0.03). CONCLUSION Obesity was more prevalent in male students, with a prevalence of 24%. Male gender, consumption of more sugary beverages, smoking, and sleeping for fewer hours were all independent predictors of obesity among university students.
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- Salhah Alsulami
- Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine Rabigh, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
- Correspondence: Salhah Alsulami, Department Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine Rabigh, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, 23765, Saudi Arabia, Tel +966563681890, Email
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- Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine Rabigh, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine Rabigh, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine Rabigh, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine Rabigh, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine Rabigh, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- Family Medicine Academy Eastern Health Cluster, Dammam, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Clinical Biochemistry, Faculty of Medicine Rabigh, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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Yuhuan Z, Pengyue Z, Dong C, Qichao N, Dong P, Anqi S, Hongbo J, Zhixin D. The association between academic stress, social support, and self-regulatory fatigue among nursing students: a cross-sectional study based on a structural equation modelling approach. BMC MEDICAL EDUCATION 2022; 22:789. [PMID: 36376814 PMCID: PMC9664672 DOI: 10.1186/s12909-022-03829-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/26/2022] [Accepted: 10/21/2022] [Indexed: 06/16/2023]
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BACKGROUND Emphasizes the state of academic stress, social support, and self-regulatory fatigue on the physical and mental development of Chinese nursing students, the purpose of this study was to investigate the relationship between these variables and the mediating role of social support in academic stress and self-regulatory fatigue among a group of undergraduate nursing students in Heilongjiang Province, China, in order to provide a theoretical basis for working to reduce nursing students' self-regulatory fatigue. METHODS In this cross-sectional study, 1703 nursing students from various academic years completed the scales of social support, academic stress, and self-regulatory fatigue. In the end, there were 797 valid questionnaires, for a recovery rate of 46.80%. For statistical analysis, the independent t-test, Kruskal Wallis test, and Pearson correlation coefficient were used. In addition, we undertake analyses using structural equation modeling. RESULTS The bulk of nursing students, or 81.4%, are between the ages of 19 and 21. Eighty percent were females. The bulk (93.0%) was comprised of freshmen. Academic stress, social support, and self-regulatory fatigue had total scores of 111.28 ± 29.38, 37.87 ± 6.70, and 45.53 ± 5.55,respectively. Academic stress was correlated with social support and self-regulatory fatigue (all p < 0.001). Social support was an intermediate variable (p < 0.001), with an intermediate effect value of 0.122, representing 32.35% of the total effect. CONCLUSION Academic pressure is associated with an increase in self-regulatory fatigue, mediated by social support. Educational administrators should pay attention to the social support and resource supplement of nursing students, the adjustment and compensatory development of nursing students' physical and mental resources, the advancement of nursing students' internal resource adjustment, and the reduction of their self-regulatory fatigue.
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- Zhang Yuhuan
- The Second Affiliated Hospital of Harbin Medical University, Student Department, Internship Researcher, 246 Xuefu Road, Heilongjiang Province Harbin, 150086 China
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- Heilongjiang University of Chinese Medicine, 24 Heping Road, Harbin, Heilongjiang Province 150040 China
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- Heilongjiang Nursing College, Advanced Practice Nurse, Comprehensive Department of Nursing Education and Research, 209 Xuefu Road, Harbin, Heilongjiang Province 150086 China
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- Student Department, the Second Affiliated Hospital of Harbin Medical University, 246 Xuefu Road, Harbin, Heilongjiang Province 150086 China
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- Department of Neurology, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Harbin Medical University, 246 Xuefu Road, Harbin, Heilongjiang Province 150086 China
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- Student Department, the Second Affiliated Hospital of Harbin Medical University, 246 Xuefu Road, Harbin, Heilongjiang Province 150086 China
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- Student Department, the Second Affiliated Hospital of Harbin Medical University, 246 Xuefu Road, Harbin, Heilongjiang Province 150086 China
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- Department of Ultrasound Medicine, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Harbin Medical University, 246 Xuefu Road, Harbin, Heilongjiang Province 150086 China
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Li H, Li D, Wang X, Ding H, Wu Q, Li H, Wang X, Li K, Xiao R, Yu K, Xi Y. The Role of Dietary Patterns and Dietary Quality on Body Composition of Adolescents in Chinese College. Nutrients 2022; 14:4544. [PMID: 36364805 PMCID: PMC9654524 DOI: 10.3390/nu14214544] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/30/2022] [Revised: 10/25/2022] [Accepted: 10/27/2022] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
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There is limited evidence regarding the effects of dietary pattern and dietary quality on the risk of unhealthy weight status and related body composition in Chinese adolescence. In particular, studies using bioelectrical impedance analyzer (BIA) in these subjects are rare. The aim of this study was to evaluate the role of diet in body composition, to find a healthy dietary pattern for Chinese youth, and to promote the application of BIA among this population. A total of 498 participants aged from 18 to 22 years old were included. Dietary patterns were identified by principal components analysis. Energy-adjusted dietary inflammatory index (DII) and diet balance index (DBI) were calculated based on semi-quantitative food frequency questionnaire. Multivariate linear regression and logistic regression analysis were used to examine the relationship of dietary patterns, dietary quality with body mass index (BMI), fat mass index (FMI), fat-free mass index (FFMI), and the effect of dietary factors on BMI levels. The majority of participants with overweight and obesity had abdominal obesity, and there was 3.7% abdominal obesity in normal BMI individuals. Four dietary patterns were detected in the subjects. The pattern with the higher energy intake, which was close to the Western diet, was positively correlated with BMI (β = 0.326, p = 0.018) and FMI (β = 0.201, p = 0.043), while being negatively correlated with FFMI (β = −0.183, p = 0.021). Individuals who followed the pattern similar to the Mediterranean diet had a higher basal metabolic rate (BMR), and the highest fat free mass, soft lean mass, and skeletal muscle mass (p < 0.05) but the lowest FMI, visceral fat area (VFA), waist−hip ratio, and FMI/FFMI ratio (p < 0.05). Higher energy-adjusted DII was associated with high BMI. Higher bound score (HBS) (β = −0.018, p = 0.010) and diet quality distance (DQD) (β = −0.012, p = 0.015) were both negatively correlated with FFMI. In conclusion, fat or muscle indexes, such as BMR, FMI, and FFMI, had an important role in predicting overweight and obesity, which suggested the importance of applying BIA among Chinese college students. Students who followed healthful dietary patterns or the high-quality diet that is similar to the Mediterranean diet but not close to the Western diet were more likely to have a healthy BMI and normal body composition.
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- Hongrui Li
- Beijing Key Laboratory of Environmental Toxicology, School of Public Health, Capital Medical University, Beijing 100069, China
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- Beijing Key Laboratory of Environmental Toxicology, School of Public Health, Capital Medical University, Beijing 100069, China
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- Beijing Key Laboratory of Environmental Toxicology, School of Public Health, Capital Medical University, Beijing 100069, China
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- Beijing Key Laboratory of Environmental Toxicology, School of Public Health, Capital Medical University, Beijing 100069, China
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- Beijing Key Laboratory of Environmental Toxicology, School of Public Health, Capital Medical University, Beijing 100069, China
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- Beijing Key Laboratory of Environmental Toxicology, School of Public Health, Capital Medical University, Beijing 100069, China
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- Beijing Key Laboratory of Environmental Toxicology, School of Public Health, Capital Medical University, Beijing 100069, China
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- Research Institute, Heilongjiang Feihe Dairy Co., Ltd. C-16, 10A Jiuxianqiao Rd., Chaoyang, Beijing 100015, China
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- Beijing Key Laboratory of Environmental Toxicology, School of Public Health, Capital Medical University, Beijing 100069, China
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- Department of Clinical Nutrition, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing 100730, China
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- Beijing Key Laboratory of Environmental Toxicology, School of Public Health, Capital Medical University, Beijing 100069, China
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Pérez-López IJ, Navarro-Mateos C, Mora-Gonzalez J. "STAR WARS: The first Jedi" Gamification Program: Use of a Mobile App to Improve Body Composition in College Students. Games Health J 2022; 11:321-329. [PMID: 35944270 DOI: 10.1089/g4h.2022.0046] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Background: There is a need to promote initiatives toward reaching more active and healthier lifestyles. Gamification has emerged among teachers as a powerful teaching strategy that favors students' motivation and behavioral change by applying game elements in nongame contexts. Purpose: To examine the effects of a 14-week gamification-based teaching program, including the use of a game-based mobile app on body composition in college students. Materials and Methods: One hundred twelve college students (21.22 ± 2.55 years) were assigned to a gamification-based group or a control group. College students from the intervention group participated in a gamification program under the narrative of "STAR WARS" and had a mobile app with a countdown timer. They had to meet physical activity recommendations to gain lifetime (i.e., sum time to the countdown). A portable eight-polar bioelectrical impedance analysis was used to obtain body composition outcomes; height (cm) was measured with a stadiometer; and waist circumference (cm) was measured using a metric tape. Body mass index (BMI), muscle mass index, fat mass index, and body fat percentage were computed. Results: Participants from the gamification program reported a significantly lower BMI, waist circumference, fat mass index and body fat percentage after the intervention, in comparison with the control group, indicated by an effect size ranging from -0.23 to -0.11 (all P ≤ 0.043). Conclusion: Gamification and the use of interactive mobile app are powerful teaching strategies in higher education to motivate students toward healthier lifestyles that lead to body composition benefits.
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- Isaac J Pérez-López
- Educación Física y Transformación Social, SEJ546 Research Group, Department of Physical Education and Sports, Faculty of Sports Science, University of Granada, Granada, Spain
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- Educación Física y Transformación Social, SEJ546 Research Group, Department of Physical Education and Sports, Faculty of Sports Science, University of Granada, Granada, Spain
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- PROFITH "PROmoting FITness and Health Through Physical Activity" Research Group, Sport and Health University Research Institute (iMUDS), Department of Physical Education and Sports, Faculty of Sport Sciences, University of Granada, Granada, Spain
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Park J, Choi S, Hong HC, Lee H, Cho A. A latent class analysis of life stress among female East Asian college students: A multi-country study. J Affect Disord 2022; 310:310-317. [PMID: 35569605 DOI: 10.1016/j.jad.2022.05.053] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/05/2021] [Revised: 05/01/2022] [Accepted: 05/08/2022] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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BACKGROUND This study aimed to identify subgroups of East Asian female college students experiencing life stress frequencies, and examine whether a difference in general characteristics existed between the extracted classes. METHODS This used a cross-sectional design. Female college students from South Korea (n = 220) and Hong Kong (n = 300) participated in the study. Life stress frequencies using the Life Stress Scale were measured. Latent class analysis as well as binary and multinomial logistic regression analyses were performed to identify the factors associated with extracted classes, and ascertain whether a difference in general characteristics existed between the extracted classes. RESULTS South Korean participants were classified into two latent groups: "life stress - high" (18.6%) or "life stress - low" (81.4%). Within the Korean latent groups, subjective health status was significantly associated with group classification. In Hong Kong, participants were classified into three latent groups: "life stress - high" (13.7%), "life stress - moderate" (43.9%), and "life stress - low" (42.4%), and the classified groups were significantly associated with the financial status of participants' parents, subjective health status, and body mass index. LIMITATIONS It is difficult to generalize the results to college females in the whole of South Korea and Hong Kong due to the convenience sampling method. Furthermore, further studies using a longitudinal design will be needed to confirm the variables' causal relationship. CONCLUSIONS For alleviating the experienced stress frequency, it is important for female college students to have interventions at the family, societal, and national levels, in addition to their individual efforts.
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- Jeongok Park
- College of Nursing, Mo-Im Kim Nursing Research Institute, Yonsei University, Seoul, South Korea
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- Department of Counseling, Graduate School of Education, Konkuk University, Seoul, South Korea
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- Department of Nursing, Chung-Ang University, Seoul, South Korea
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- College of Nursing and Brain Korea 21 FOUR Project, Yonsei University, Seoul, South Korea
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- College of Nursing, Yonsei University, Seoul, South Korea.
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Diao X, Gao L, Yang Y, Chen X, Gong J, Qian Y, Yang W. Knowledge and Attitudes Towards Obesity and Bariatric Surgery in University Students: a National Survey. Obes Surg 2022; 32:2869-2879. [PMID: 35729447 DOI: 10.1007/s11695-022-06157-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/13/2022] [Revised: 06/08/2022] [Accepted: 06/09/2022] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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BACKGROUND Obesity has become a noticeable public health problem, especially in the young population. Bariatric surgery is growing in China but it is still new to the general public. Knowledge and attitudes towards obesity and bariatric surgery in university students are important to national health decision-making. OBJECTIVES To study the knowledge and attitudes towards obesity and bariatric surgery among Chinese university students. METHODS A self-designed questionnaire was distributed to university students to fill in online from June to July 2021. RESULTS A total of 3199 questionnaires were received, with an effective rate of 98.58% (3154 questionnaires). 65.44% of whom had normal BMI and 12.14% of whom were overweight or in obesity. More than 80% of them had a high knowledge of the common causes and complications of obesity but lacked knowledge of the relationship between obesity and bone and joint, tumor or cancer, and reproductive diseases. 51.55% of them thought they needed to lose weight, especially female students (P < 0.01). Only 39% had regular physical exercise habits, 58.62% of them could reasonably control their diet, and more than 2/3 of them (67.82%) often stayed up late. Safety (29.77%) and effectiveness (29.3%) of bariatric surgery were not well accepted. Among medical students, education positively affected knowledge and attitudes towards bariatric surgery (P < 0.05). Mass media and social platforms were the main sources for obtaining obesity and weight-loss information. CONCLUSIONS Chinese university students have insufficient knowledge of obesity and related complications, lack of scientific management of their own weight, and poor acceptance of bariatric surgery. More education is needed on this issue.
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- Xingling Diao
- School of Nursing, Jinan University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital, Jinan University, No. 613, Huangpu Avenue West, Guangzhou, China
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- School of Nursing, Jinan University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital, Jinan University, No. 613, Huangpu Avenue West, Guangzhou, China
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- School of Nursing, Jinan University, Guangzhou, China
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- Operating Room, The First Affiliated Hospital of Jinan University, No. 613, Huangpu Avenue West, Guangzhou, China.
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- Department of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital, Jinan University, No. 613, Huangpu Avenue West, Guangzhou, China.
- Jinan University Institute of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders, Guangzhou, China.
- Laboratory of Metabolic and Molecular Medicine, Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Joint University, Guangzhou, China.
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Yang X, Liu RD, Ding Y, Hong W, Ding Z. Interpersonal relationships moderate the relation between academic stress and mobile phone addiction via depression among Chinese adolescents: A three-wave longitudinal study. CURRENT PSYCHOLOGY 2022. [DOI: 10.1007/s12144-022-02951-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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Zhang X, Gao F, Kang Z, Zhou H, Zhang J, Li J, Yan J, Wang J, Liu H, Wu Q, Liu B. Perceived Academic Stress and Depression: The Mediation Role of Mobile Phone Addiction and Sleep Quality. Front Public Health 2022; 10:760387. [PMID: 35145942 PMCID: PMC8821519 DOI: 10.3389/fpubh.2022.760387] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 10.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/18/2021] [Accepted: 01/07/2022] [Indexed: 12/30/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Although academic stress is a well-known risk factor for students' depression, little is known about the possible psychological mechanisms underlying this association. In this study, we investigated the prevalence of depression and sleep disturbance among Chinese students, examined the relationship between perceived academic stress and depression, considered if mobile phone addiction and sleep quality is a mediator of this relationship, and tested if mobile phone addiction and sleep quality together play a serial mediating role in the influence of perceived academic stress on depression. METHOD A cross-sectional survey was conducted among students from September to December 2018 in Heilongjiang Province, China. The final analysis included 5,109 students. Mobile phone addiction, sleep quality, and depressive symptoms were assessed using the Mobile Phone Addiction Index, Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index, and Center for Epidemiologic Studies-Depression scales, respectively. The serial mediation model was used to analyse the relationship between perceived academic stress, mobile phone addiction, sleep quality, and depression. RESULTS Among all participants, the prevalence of depressive symptoms and sleep disturbance was 28.69 and 27.95%, respectively. High school students showed the highest scores of perceived academic stress (2.68 ± 1.06), and the highest prevalence of depressive symptoms (33.14%) and sleep disturbance (36.47%). The serial mediation model indicated that perceived academic stress was a significant predictor of depression (B = 0.10, SE = 0.02, 95% CI = 0.06 - 0.13). Additionally, mobile phone addiction (B = 0.08, 95% boot CI = 0.06-0.11) and sleep quality (B = 0.27, 95% boot CI = 0.22-0.33) played a mediating role between perceived academic stress and depression. Mobile phone addiction and sleep quality together played a serial mediating role in the influence of perceived academic stress on depression (B = 0.11, 95% boot CI = 0.08-0.14). Furthermore, the indirect effect (i.e., the mediating effect of mobile phone addiction and sleep quality) was significant and accounted for 64.01% of the total effect. CONCLUSIONS Our research results underscore the need for stakeholders-including family members, educators, and policy makers-to take preventative intervention measures to address depression among Chinese students, especially high school students.
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- Xin Zhang
- Department of Social Medicine, School of Public Health, Health Management College, Harbin Medical University, Harbin, China
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- Institute of Food Safety and School Health, Heilongjiang Center for Disease Control and Prevention, Harbin, China
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- Department of Social Medicine, School of Public Health, Health Management College, Harbin Medical University, Harbin, China
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- Department of Educational Administration, Ningbo College of Health Sciences, Ningbo, China
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- Institute of Food Safety and School Health, Heilongjiang Center for Disease Control and Prevention, Harbin, China
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- Institute of Food Safety and School Health, Heilongjiang Center for Disease Control and Prevention, Harbin, China
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- Institute of Food Safety and School Health, Heilongjiang Center for Disease Control and Prevention, Harbin, China
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- Department of Social Medicine, School of Public Health, Health Management College, Harbin Medical University, Harbin, China
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- Department of Social Medicine, School of Public Health, Health Management College, Harbin Medical University, Harbin, China
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- Department of Social Medicine, School of Public Health, Health Management College, Harbin Medical University, Harbin, China
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- Department of Elderly Healthcare and Management, School of Health Services and Management, Ningbo College of Health Sciences, Ningbo, China
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Lan C, Liu Y, Wang Y. Effects of different exercise programs on cardiorespiratory fitness and body composition in college students. J Exerc Sci Fit 2022; 20:62-69. [PMID: 35024049 PMCID: PMC8724869 DOI: 10.1016/j.jesf.2021.12.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/29/2021] [Revised: 12/21/2021] [Accepted: 12/22/2021] [Indexed: 11/12/2022] Open
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Objective The cardiorespiratory fitness (CRF) of college students is showing a downward trend, this study aimed to explore the effects of three exercise programs on CRF and body composition indicators in college students. Methods A total of 50 non-smoking, healthy and physically inactive students were recruited from campus in Beijing, China, and randomly assigned to 4 groups: low-intensity continuous training with blood flow restriction (LICT-BFR, n = 13), moderate-intensity continuous training (MICT, n = 13), high-intensity interval training (HIIT, n = 12), and no exercise control (n = 12), the intervention continued for 8 weeks. Body composition and aerobic capacity were measured before and after the intervention. Results Exercise groups reached significant improvements in maximal oxygen uptake (VO2max, p < 0.01) and a decrease in body fat percentage (p < 0.05) comparing to the control group. The fat mass and visceral fat area reduced significantly (p < 0.05) with a muscle mass growth (p < 0.05) in the LICT-BFR and MICT groups comparing to the control group. Changes of fat and muscle mass were trivial in the HIIT group (p = 0.842, p = 0.247). Conclusion All three exercise programs can improve the CRF of college students, with LICT-BFR has the most profound effects, and MICT is more beneficial for body composition improvement than other programs. From an overall perspective, LICT-BFR should be the ideal choice, however, due to limited equipment, college students can choose MICT or HIIT according to their situations.
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- Chao Lan
- School of Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation, Beijing Sport University, Beijing, 100084, China
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- School of Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation, Beijing Sport University, Beijing, 100084, China
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- School of Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation, Beijing Sport University, Beijing, 100084, China
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Sousa TFD, Ferreira MDS, Santos SFDSD, Fonseca SA, Barbosa AR, Fonseca SCF. Cardiovascular risk factors in students at a public college institution in Brazil. REVISTA CIÊNCIAS EM SAÚDE 2021. [DOI: 10.21876/rcshci.v11i4.1170] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/03/2022] Open
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Objective: To compare the prevalence of cardiovascular risk factors in university students from a Brazilian public higher education institution between three surveys. Methods: Cross-sectional surveys were conducted with 1,084, 1,085, and 1,041 university students in 2010, 2012, and 2014, respectively, from an institution located in Bahia, Brazil. Outcomes were cardiovascular risk factors: overweight, leisure-time physical activity for < 150 min per week, low consumption of fruits and vegetables, consumption of meat and chicken with fat, fried snacks, soft drinks or artificial juices, smoking, drinking alcohol abuse, and negative self-assessment of stress in life. The independent variable was the year of the survey.The measure of association was the Prevalence Ratio (PR). The significance level was 5%. Results: In all surveys, there was a higher prevalence of college students with insufficient leisure-time physical activity, low consumption of fruits and vegetables, consumption of fatty and savory meat, and negative self-assessment of stress. Overweight and consumption of chicken with fat increased over the years of the survey. Prevalence decreased in the last survey among college students concerning the consumption of fruits, vegetables, snacks, and artificial soft drinks or juices (PR: 0.66; 95% CI: 0.52–0.84). Conclusions: There was an increase in overweight; however, there were also positive modifications in eating habits among college students.
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Overweight and Obesity, Body Fat, Waist Circumference, and Anemia in Peruvian University Students: A Cross-Sectional Study. J Nutr Metab 2021; 2021:5049037. [PMID: 34925917 PMCID: PMC8674050 DOI: 10.1155/2021/5049037] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/13/2021] [Revised: 10/18/2021] [Accepted: 11/29/2021] [Indexed: 12/28/2022] Open
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The university represents a critical space for students in terms of prevalence of malnutrition. The objective of this study was to determine the body mass index (BMI), body fat percentage (% BF), waist circumference (WC), and anemia in university students. A cross-sectional study was carried out in 2,285 university students from Lima, Peru. The sample was selected by nonprobability convenience sampling. Anthropometric data and hemoglobin levels were measured. The Chi-square test was used. The analysis of the associated factors was done using binary logistic regression. A significance level of 5% was considered. There were no significant differences between men and women in BMI (p > 0.05). The men presented significantly high and very high levels of % BF (p < 0.001). The proportion of women who presented anemia and high and very high WC was significantly higher compared to men (p < 0.001). Being older than 27 years (ORB = 2.07; 95% CI = 1.19–3.6), being male (ORB = 2.68; 95% CI = 2.02–3.55), studying at the engineering faculty (ORB = 1.39; 95% CI = 1.09–1.79), having excess body fat (ORB = 8.17; 95% CI = 6.13–10.87), and having an elevated WC (ORB = 35.51; 95% CI = 25.06–50.33) significantly predicted overweight/obesity. The findings of this study suggest that college students, especially males and those who are not enrolled in health sciences colleges, should be a priority in healthy lifestyle interventions, particularly nutritional education programs, to reduce the prevalence of overweight and obesity.
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Li QL, Zhao JY, Tian J, Sun T, Zhao CX, Guo HC, Zhu LY, Gao R, Yang LB, Cao DP, Zhang SE. The Association Among Achievement Goal Orientations, Academic Performance, and Academic Well-Being Among Chinese Medical Students: A Cross-Sectional Study. Front Psychol 2021; 12:694019. [PMID: 34408710 PMCID: PMC8365171 DOI: 10.3389/fpsyg.2021.694019] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/12/2021] [Accepted: 07/12/2021] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Learning motivation is a significant factor that ensures quality in medical education, and might affect the academic performance and well-being of medical students. This study aimed to explore the status of achievement goal orientations among medical students in China and to further identify the association among academic performance, academic well-being, and achievement goal orientations. Data were collected through a cross-sectional, anonymous survey conducted with 3,511 respondents (effective response rate = 81.7%), from four medical universities in China, and demographic factors, achievement goal orientations, academic performance, and academic well-being were assessed. The average score of achievement goal orientations of Chinese medical students suggested a difference in demographic factors, including sex, year of study, experience of leadership cadre, and family income. Both mastery and performance-avoidance goals were associated with academic performance, subjective academic stress, subjective learning adaptability, subjective sleep quality, and subjective well-being. Performance-approach goals were related to academic performance, subjective academic stress, and subjective learning adaptability. The achievement goal orientations of the medical students in this study were at a middle level. The findings emphasize the importance of mastery goals for promoting the academic performance and well-being of medical students. More care and attention toward achievement goal orientations can be beneficial for the improvement of the academic performance and well-being among medical students.
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Affiliation(s)
- Qing-lin Li
- Department of Health Management, School of Health Management, Harbin Medical University, Harbin, China
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- Department of Health Management, School of Health Management, Harbin Medical University, Harbin, China
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- Department of Health Management, School of Health Management, Harbin Medical University, Harbin, China
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- Department of Health Management to School of Medicine, Hang Zhou Normal University, Hangzhou, China
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- Department of Health Management, School of Health Management, Harbin Medical University, Harbin, China
| | - Hai-chen Guo
- Department of Health Management, School of Health Management, Harbin Medical University, Harbin, China
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- Department of Health Management, School of Health Management, Harbin Medical University, Harbin, China
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- Department of Health Management, School of Health Management, Harbin Medical University, Harbin, China
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- Department of Health Management, School of Health Management, Harbin Medical University, Harbin, China
| | - De-pin Cao
- Department of Health Management, School of Health Management, Harbin Medical University, Harbin, China
| | - Shu-e Zhang
- Department of Health Management, School of Health Management, Harbin Medical University, Harbin, China
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