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Puput Mulyono and Singgih Purnomo. "Peran Olahraga Dalam Meningkatkan Kesehatan Mental." Jurnal Mahasiswa Ilmu Kesehatan 1, no. 1 (2023): 11–20. https://doi.org/10.59841/jumkes.v1i1.2079.

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Exercise has many physical benefits, including reducing stress. People who exercise regularly tend to appear more relaxed and cheerful, making them more resilient to physical and emotional stress. This is especially relevant for students who may experience stress due to the change in learning style from junior high school to higher education. The purpose of this study was to investigate the relationship between exercise habits and stress levels in the community of area X. This study used a cross-sectional design and used two basic instruments: the Exercise Habits Questionnaire and the DASS-42. This questionnaire was specifically intended for all adults aged 25-55 years, totaling 96 people and respondents were sampled and analyzed using the Chi Square test. The results showed that 38 respondents (39.6%) exercised regularly, while 58 respondents (60.4%) did not exercise. A total of 57 respondents (59.4%) reported normal stress levels, while 9 respondents (9.4%) reported mild stress levels, 13 respondents (13.5%) reported moderate stress levels, 12 respondents (12.5%) reported severe stress levels, and 5 respondents (5.2%) reported very severe stress levels. The Chi Square test produced a p-value of 0.144. The results showed that there was no significant correlation (p=0.144) between exercise habits and stress levels among residents of Village X.

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Torales, Julio, Matías Franco Di Giuseppe, Marcos Almirón-Santacruz, et al. "The impact of physical activity on the mental health of university students: An epidemiological study from Paraguay." Biomedical Human Kinetics 16, no. 1 (2024): 314–22. https://doi.org/10.2478/bhk-2024-0033.

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Abstract Study aim: This study aimed to investigate the impact of physical activity on the mental health characteristics of a sample of university students from Paraguay, assessing their daily physical activity and the prevalence of depression, anxiety, and stress. Materials and methods: This observational, descriptive, prospective, cross-sectional study included 317 university students. Participants were assessed using the International Physical Activity Questionnaire (IPAQ) to categorize their physical activity levels and the Depression, Anxiety, and Stress Scale-21 (DASS-21) to measure mental health characteristics. Data analysis utilized descriptive statistics, Pearson’s correlation, and chi-square tests to explore associations between physical activity and mental health outcomes. Results: The results indicated that 49.5% of the participants were engaged in low levels of physical activity, while 20.2% and 30.3% reported high and moderate activity levels, respectively. Mental health assessments showed high prevalence rates for depression (65.3%), anxiety (68.5%), and stress (66.6%). Inverse correlations were found between total physical activity and each mental health parameter: depression (r = –0.167, p = 0.003), anxiety (r = –0.141, p = 0.012), and stress (r = –0.133 p = 0.018). Thus, higher levels of physical activity were associated with lower levels of depression, anxiety, and stress. Conclusions: This study confirmed a significant inverse correlation between physical activity and common mental health issues. The promotion of physical activity may be a protective factor against depression, anxiety, and stress in this population. These findings support the need for university health programs to encourage physical activity as a strategic approach to enhance students’ mental health.

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Martinez de Tejada, Begoña, Nicole Jastrow, Antoine Poncet, Iona Le Scouezec, Olivier Irion, and Bengt Kayser. "Perceived and measured physical activity and mental stress levels in obstetricians." European Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology and Reproductive Biology 171, no. 1 (2013): 44–48. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ejogrb.2013.08.020.

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Lazarou, Evgenia, and Themis P. Exarchos. "Predicting stress levels using physiological data: Real-time stress prediction models utilizing wearable devices." AIMS Neuroscience 11, no. 2 (2024): 76–102. http://dx.doi.org/10.3934/neuroscience.2024006.

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<abstract> <p>Stress has emerged as a prominent and multifaceted health concern in contemporary society, manifesting detrimental effects on individuals' physical and mental health and well-being. The ability to accurately predict stress levels in real time holds significant promise for facilitating timely interventions and personalized stress management strategies. The increasing incidence of stress-related physical and mental health issues highlights the importance of thoroughly understanding stress prediction mechanisms. Given that stress is a contributing factor to a wide array of mental and physical health problems, objectively assessing stress is crucial for behavioral and physiological studies. While numerous studies have assessed stress levels in controlled environments, the objective evaluation of stress in everyday settings still needs to be explored, primarily due to contextual factors and limitations in self-report adherence. This short review explored the emerging field of real-time stress prediction, focusing on utilizing physiological data collected by wearable devices. Stress was examined from a comprehensive standpoint, acknowledging its effects on both physical and mental well-being. The review synthesized existing research on the development and application of stress prediction models, underscoring advancements, challenges, and future directions in this rapidly evolving domain. Emphasis was placed on examining and critically evaluating the existing research and literature on stress prediction, physiological data analysis, and wearable devices for stress monitoring. The synthesis of findings aimed to contribute to a better understanding of the potential of wearable technology in objectively assessing and predicting stress levels in real time, thereby informing the design of effective interventions and personalized stress management approaches.</p> </abstract>

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Gibelli, Giovana, Mayra Grava de Moraes, Marina Alves Teodoro, and Carlos Eduardo Lopes Verardi. "Levels of physical activity, physical and psychological well-being of university students, during the COVID-19 pandemic." Retos 54 (February 27, 2024): 180–87. http://dx.doi.org/10.47197/retos.v54.100951.

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The objective of the study was to evaluate the levels of physical activity practice and psychological well-being of university students, of both sexes, during the COVID-19 pandemic. We opted for the cross-sectional experimental design method, when addressing the variables of physical exercise, stress, depression and anxiety that were manipulated and combined to verify a greater change in the responses to be analyzed in the research proposal, that is, that greater levels of physical exercises would be related to minor negative symptoms in the sphere of mental health. The results showed that, according to the sample collected, the proposed relationship was not verified, since the prevalence rates of symptoms of anxiety, depression and stress showed normal rates, without scores that indicate significant severity in the health condition mental health, and thus not proving, in this study, that the time of weekly physical activity had a direct influence on the mental health of the evaluated individuals, either in the improvement or reduction of the negative symptoms. Thus, it was verified that the Brazilian university students of the respective sample, despite not having adequate levels of physical activity practice, presented mental health conditions with a low prevalence of negative symptoms related to the psychological profile, indicating, therefore, little significance regarding the study hypothesis that positive mental health indicators would be directly related to higher levels of physical activity. Key-words: Physical activity. University students. Anxiety. Depression. Mood states. Stress.

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Emran, Md Galib Ishraq, Sumaiya Mahmud, Akram Hussain Khan, et al. "Factors Affecting Stress Levels Among Students: A Virtual Exploration." European Journal of Medical and Health Sciences 6, no. 6 (2024): 67–75. https://doi.org/10.24018/ejmed.2024.6.6.2203.

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Stress is a constant companion in our modern life. Individuals have varied responses to stressful situations. In the usual course of things, everyone who lives in this world experiences stress. It presents a detrimental idea that could affect mental and physical health. The main goal of this study was to identify the variables that had the most significant impact on students' stress levels. Exam pressure, study pressure, and pressure from teachers, tutors, and parents all significantly impact students' mental health. Too much stress can lead to mental health problems, including depression and anxiety. Depression and anxiety are the two conditions that affect young people's mental health most frequently. Students under stress appear more susceptible to developing detrimental habits, including procrastination, alcoholism, smoking, and drug addiction. This research enhances the comprehension of stress and its diverse factors, informing ways to promote mental health in adolescents and adults. Further study is mandatory to determine the stress level of people of all ages and to educate people on how to reduce stress and lead a sustainable life.

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Akshaya V, Suganthi V, Shobana Chandrasekar, Usharani Boopathy, and Rohini Durairaj. "Stress Levels and Sleep Pattern of Industrial Workers." Journal of Advanced Zoology 44, S5 (2023): 3109–16. http://dx.doi.org/10.17762/jaz.v44is5.2393.

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Industrialization has brought several changes in the society and lifestyle. Stress and sleep plays an inevitable role in maintaining the health status of an individual. Stress has caused negative impact on physical health. Both physical and mental illness have impact on job satisfaction and it reduces work performance. Work stress has become a widespread and expensive health problem. Sleep and mental health are intrinsically connected. Less hours of sleep and poor sleep quality have influence in the lifestyle pattern. An Exploratory research design of 500 industrial workers in various industrial sectors in Tamil Nadu were chosen as the study participants. The stress levels and sleep quality was assessed using standard tools such as Perceived Stress Scale and Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index. Majority 65% of the participants were male and 35% were female; 60.4 % of the participants had poor sleep quality and 57.4 % had higher stress levels. Stress and sleep have a reciprocal relationship. There was a significant association between stress levels and sleep quality. Higher the stress scores, poorer the sleep quality. Work hours and sleep hours also have an impact on the levels of stress. Higher stress levels was observed among majority of the participants. Healthy coping strategies must be adopted in stress management, improving sleep quality and in maintaining a healthy lifestyle

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Dr. (Mrs.) Neeta Kalita Barua, Sri Gaurab Pratim Hazarika,. "“A Study on The Levels Of Stress Among Post Graduate Students Of Dibrugarh University’’." Psychology and Education Journal 58, no. 1 (2021): 5897–907. http://dx.doi.org/10.17762/pae.v58i1.2003.

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Stress is normally an unavoidable part of everyone’s life living in this world. It portrays a negative notion that can have an impact on one’s mental and physical well-being. Stress is always regarded as a psychological process that involves an individual’s personal interpretation and response to any threatening event. Stress is an unavoidable part of life everybody meet with stress in his/ her life; it can take a toll on students‟ physical health, mental health, and academic success and even on every part of life unless they discover to cope with it appropriately. Stress has a negative impact on one’s mental and physical wellbeing. Throughout a lifetime, one may experience thousands of different episodes of stress. It means that stress may be a normal, adaptive reaction to threat. Its role is to signal and prepare individuals to take defensive action. Take for instance, fear of things that present realistic threats motivates individuals to deal with them or avoid them. . College and Post Graduation students experience stress connected to changes in lifestyle, increased workload, new tasks, interpersonal relationships and a lot of other things. Tremendous levels of stress can hinder work efficacy and lead to meagre academic performance and at the same time it affects one’s overall happiness.

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Stamenković, Miloš, Saša Pantelić, Saša Bubanj, et al. "Physical Activity Levels and Women’s Mental Health After COVID-19 Infection." Healthcare 12, no. 23 (2024): 2346. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/healthcare12232346.

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Background: The aim of this research is to investigate the associations between physical activity and mental health parameters (depression, anxiety, and stress) among women who have recovered from COVID-19; Methods: This research involved two measurements: the initial test, conducted 2-to-4 weeks post-COVID infection, and the final test, performed 14-to-16 weeks after the virus’s activity. The sample consisted of women (n = 190) aged 20 to 60 (47.60 ± 11.1, 47.60 ± 11.1, mean ± Std.Dev.) who were infected with COVID-19. To assess the level of physical activity, a longer version of the IPAQ questionnaire was used. Self-assessment of mental health was determined by a longer version of the DASS questionnaire; Results: The t-test analysis revealed significant differences in mental health and physical activity levels between the initial and final measurements. After three months, subjects showed lower mental health scores (indicating improvement) and higher Metabolic Equivalent of Task (MET) values across all physical activity domains, with moderate physical activity showing the greatest increase. The regression analysis showed that at the initial measurement, there was no statistically significant association of physical activity with mental health parameters. Three months after the initial measurement, regression analysis showed that there was a statistically significant association of physical activity with anxiety (F = 3.97; p = 0.000) and depression (F = 3.34; p = 0.001) but not with stress (F = 1.67; p = 0.106); Conclusions: This research revealed that higher levels of physical activity improved mental health in post-COVID-19 women, with varying effects on anxiety and depression depending on the activity domain.

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S Geller, Karly, Angelo M Capito, and Zachary T Marsh. "Physical activity and sedentary behaviors and the impact on college student’s stress, depression, and anxiety." MOJ Sports Medicine 7, no. 1 (2024): 1–7. http://dx.doi.org/10.15406/mojsm.2024.07.00154.

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University students are at a significant risk for mental health issues, including stress and depression. Negative mental health among college-aged adults continues to rise, impacting students’ cognitive function, academic performance, social development, and overall well-being. Rather than offering support through medication, physical activity has demonstrated a potential behavioral approach to reduce students’ stress and anxiety. The current study examined the influence of young adults’ physical activity and sedentary behavior levels and their self-reported stress, depression, and psychological well-being. Participants were undergraduate and graduate students recruited from a Midwestern university and a Mid-Southern university. Multiple linear regressions estimated mean differences in participants’ self-reported stress, depression, and psychological well-being based on their physical activity levels and sitting minutes. Moderate levels of physical activity improved participants’ growth psychological well-being (p = .01). Vigorous physical activity had an effect on participants’ relations, purpose, and self-acceptance (p<0.05). Daily sitting minutes significantly affected participants’ stress, perceived stress, depression, and environmental psychological wellness (p<0.05). Results demonstrate how physical activity can be a natural medicine for symptoms of stress and depression. Current outcomes support the development of future programs to prevent and react to mental health via physical activity.

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Hodge, Jennifer Faison. "Physical activity levels of students with mental retardation and students without disabilities /." The Ohio State University, 2001. http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=osu1486398195326029.

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Combrinck, Celeste-Marie. "The psychological implications of creative activities : an investigation into how painting affects stress levels." Diss., University of Pretoria, 2008. http://hdl.handle.net/2263/23850.

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The research aimed to investigate the effects of creative activity on stress and anxiety levels. The reasons for this proposed direction of study was to investigate the reasons for reported success in art therapy (thus strengthening its standing in the scientific psychological community), to examine whether creative activities could be used to benefit the mental well-being of people in general and to study the link between creativity and mental well-being. This was accomplished through the following means: Patients from MuelMed hospital’s rehabilitation centre took part in a creative intervention. Patients took the SCL-90-R before painting for about an hour and then filled in the SCL-90-R again. A control group was also selected who also filled in the SCL-90-R to ascertain their stress levels. The mean score’s of the two groups was compared as well as the before and after scores of the experimental group. The MMSE (Mini Mental Status Exam) was used to screen patients, so that only those patients cognitively capable of participating in the study took part in the experiment. For the most part the MMSE was a useful tool to screen patients. In the experimental group, there was no statistically significant difference between the before and after scores on the SCL-90-R. Because the experimental group showed no difference, only one measure of the control group was taken, which also did not differ significantly from the scores of the experimental group. Reasons for the lack of statistical significance is discussed, and may be due to a lack of reported initial stress levels. Despite the lack of a statistically significant findings, it is suggested that further studies be conducted to establish the role creativity plays in mental well-being. Copyright<br>Dissertation (MA)--University of Pretoria, 2010.<br>Psychology<br>unrestricted

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Williams, Stacey L., and Emma G. Fredrick. "Minority Stress & LGBT Mental and Physical Health: Building Interventions & Resources." Digital Commons @ East Tennessee State University, 2014. https://dc.etsu.edu/etsu-works/8080.

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Feldman, Darya C. "Levels of stress and coping in certified athletic training graduate assistants." Morgantown, W. Va. : [West Virginia University Libraries], 2005. https://etd.wvu.edu/etd/controller.jsp?moduleName=documentdata&jsp%5FetdId=3914.

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Yi, Joyce P. "Exploring trait resilience in association with mental and physical health /." Thesis, Connect to this title online; UW restricted, 2006. http://hdl.handle.net/1773/9020.

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Wale, Rebekah Kate. "Heart rate variability and cognitive performance in response to physical and mental stress." Thesis, Aberystwyth University, 2017. http://hdl.handle.net/2160/9c0218ea-49ed-407a-865d-8fd73a11cdf7.

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Giouvanaki, Asimina. "Nature’s Impact on Mental and Physical Wellbeing : A study of the mental and physical health in Greek Immigrants to Sweden." Thesis, Högskolan i Gävle, Avdelningen för humaniora, 2021. http://urn.kb.se/resolve?urn=urn:nbn:se:hig:diva-36458.

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In the past Man coinhabited harmoniously with nature only to have the balance disturbed with the advent of the Industrial Revolution replacing the green habitat with urban concrete settlements Consequently, the characteristics of the contemporary city pose a set of serious threat to man’s physical and mental health. Crowdedness, lack of apt infrastructure, pollution, noise pollution and rise in temperature are all contributing factors to the Man’s demised health and detachment from previous amicable coexistence with nature. For the past 30 years, extensive research has been conducted studying the correlation between man and nature, and nature’s impact on man’s health. The theory of “Biophilia,” by Edward, O. Wilson, Rachel and Stephen Kaplan’s “Attention Restorative Theory,” and Roger Ulrich’s “Stress Reduction Theory,” have been innovating and contributing towards gaining more understanding of the importance of a green environment in man’s everyday life. As a corollary the above-mentioned theories gave rise to the following quantitative study conducted over a 4-month period, including 81 respondents, in Spring 2020, focusing on whether a natural green environment in Sweden had impacted the mental and physical health in Greek immigrants to Sweden. The findings suggest that comparing the respondents’ life in Greece and respectively in Sweden there was indeed an improvement in the mood and health of the sample groups taking into consideration: how healthy they are, how healthy they feel, how happy they feel in relation to work, time spent in Sweden, marital status and of course the parameters that focus on the part of the natural environment at home and in their neighbourhood in Sweden. There seem to have been a statistically significant improvement in their health compared to when they lived in Greece but there is insufficient evidence to support that some of the parameters examined are responsible for this. Happiness on the other hand seem to possess a statistical important role due to their marital status among others along with the green surrounding environment having an impact on their mental well-being but not their physical health. Therefore, a more sustainable green environment seems to have impacted the overall psychological and physical state of the respondents, but further extensive research is recommended to investigate in depths others factors i.e., psychosomatics, environmental psychology along with nature related theories and studies.

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Osborne, Natasha. "Sexually Dimorphic Effects of Prenatal Stress on Physical Growth and Stress-Related Behaviors in Prepubertal Mouse Offspring." Thesis, Université d'Ottawa / University of Ottawa, 2020. http://hdl.handle.net/10393/40971.

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Several factors can modulate the link between fetal disruptions and later-life illnesses. The main objective of this thesis was to determine, in a mouse model, the impact of prenatal stressor timing and offspring sex on prepubertal metabolic and mental health outcomes. C57BL/6 dams in the first or second trimester of pregnancy experienced a restraint stressor or were left undisturbed. Pups were weighed daily until postnatal day (PND) 21, at which time fat distribution was measured. Anxiety- and depressive-like behaviors were tested on PND19-20 in open field, elevated plus maze, splash and tail suspension tests. Second trimester stressed males gained more weight and had increased fat deposits surrounding the kidneys. Although anxiety- and depressive-like behaviors were not apparent in prenatally stressed offspring of either sex, females stressed in utero exhibited a hyperactive phenotype. This work is the first to show sex- and trimester-specific consequences of early pregnancy stressors in prepubertal offspring.

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Gallagher, Erin E. "Does Depression Act as a Mediating Variable Between Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and Experienced Physical Dysfunction?" Xavier University / OhioLINK, 2011. http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=xavier1396350937.

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Lorah, Ashley M. "Effects of Aerobic and Mental Exercises on College Students' Stress." Ashland University Honors Theses / OhioLINK, 2016. http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=auhonors1462299956.

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Books on the topic "Physical and Mental Stress levels"

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Bativala, Michelle S. Effects of different levels of physical exercise on mental & physical wellbeing and its possible role in the management of occupational stress in female primary school teachers. University of Surrey Roehampton, 2001.

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Nideffer, Robert M. Athletes' guide to mental training. Human Kinetics Publishers, 1985.

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P, Morgan William, and Goldston Stephen E, eds. Exercise and mental health. Hemisphere Pub. Corp., 1987.

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Gawain, Shakti. The four levels of healing: A guide to balancing the spiritual, mental, emotional, and physical aspects of life. Nataraj Pub., 2000.

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Augustyn, Lawton Sandra, ed. Stress information for teens: Health tips about the mental and physical consequences of stress including information about the different kinds of stress, symptoms of stress, frequent causes of stress, stress management techniques, and more. Omnigraphics, 2008.

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Ward, Karol. Worried sick. Berkley Books, 2010.

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McGilvery, Carole. The encyclopedia of aromatherapy, massage and yoga: [a comprehensive, practical guide to achieving mental and physical well-being, relieving stress and discovering new vitality using natural, therapeutic techniques]. Hermes House, 2001.

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Link, Bruce G., Jo C. Phelan, and Greer Sullivan. Mental and Physical Health Consequences of the Stigma Associated with Mental Illnesses. Edited by Brenda Major, John F. Dovidio, and Bruce G. Link. Oxford University Press, 2017. http://dx.doi.org/10.1093/oxfordhb/9780190243470.013.26.

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People with mental illnesses experience physical illness and premature mortality at much higher rates compared to people without such illnesses. This chapter proposes that the stigma of mental illness comprises an important set of causes of this physical health disparity. It draws on classical and modified labeling theory from sociology for insights and propositions as to why mental illness stigma might affect physical health. The chapter proposes that the stigma of mental illness might affect not only the future experience of mental illness but also a broad range of physical illnesses, thereby contributing to the substantial physical health disparity that people with mental illnesses experience. The chapter develops a conceptual model that places at its center stigma processes including structural, interpersonal, social psychological, and internalized processes. Stigma processes at these levels induce stress and reduce resources, which in turn compromise physical health to produce large physical health disparities.

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Bhugra, Dinesh, Kamaldeep Bhui, Samuel Yeung Shan Wong, and Stephen E. Gilman, eds. Oxford Textbook of Public Mental Health. Oxford University Press, 2018. http://dx.doi.org/10.1093/med/9780198792994.001.0001.

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In the next few years, the global burden of disease due to mental illness is likely to overtake that of cancer and heart disease. There is research evidence to suggest that nearly half of psychiatric disorders in adulthood start below the age of 15 and nearly three quarters do so before 24 years indicating specific periods of vulnerability. It is evident that mental health and physical health are strongly inter-connected and yet often the focus of public health is on physical health. Promotion of good mental health and education about prevention of mental illness can take many forms. From teaching parenting skills to learning about managing stress from an early age to early intervention can help reduce the burden of mental illness. Public mental health has come into its own as a speciality of psychiatry and thus of medicine only in the last two decades and that too only in some parts of the world. In spite of the evidence for prevention of mental illness and promotion of mental health is getting stronger by the day there appears to be some reluctance among clinicians to take on the role of educators and advocates for public mental health. A common reason is lack of training in the subject at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels as focus is on treatment rather than prevention. Positive mental health can lead to better outcomes at a number of levels. This book brings together evidence on various aspects of public mental health which can be used for advocacy and education.

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Miller, Gerhard C. F. Levels - Physical, Mental, Spiritual. Vantage Pr, 2002.

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Daumiller, Martin, Raven Rinas, and Jennifer Breithecker. "Elite Athletes' Achievement Goals, Burnout Levels, Psychosomatic Stress Symptoms, and Coping Strategies." In Mental Health in Sport and Physical Activity. Routledge, 2024. http://dx.doi.org/10.4324/9781003459750-6.

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Lin, Chichun, and Sel J. Hwahng. "Community and Social Support." In Global LGBTQ Health. Springer International Publishing, 2024. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-36204-0_6.

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AbstractLesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ or LGBTQ+ if the latter context includes other identities) individuals tend to experience high levels of minority stress, which might increase their mental health challenges. Especially for LGBTQ individuals in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs), they might additionally experience inadequate access to physical and mental health services, limited financial support, low levels of education, and limited capacity of their governments to solve the societal oppression of this population, which can aggravate minority stress. Social support can buffer the negative effects of minority stress and allow someone to feel cared for, loved, esteemed, valued, and as belonging in their communities. This chapter presents a general overview of social support LGBTQ people may receive from their parents, siblings, school peers, teachers, intimate partners, and colleagues. We also describe the benefits of specific communities of LGBTQ-identifying people, including those who identify as a nonbinary gender, intersex, or asexual/aromantic; those with interests in BDSM, leather, or polyamory lifestyles; people living with HIV; LGBTQ youth and seniors; and virtual and religious communities.

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Santini, Sara. "Intergenerational Informal Caregiving in an Ageing European Society." In Vechtaer Beiträge zur Gerontologie. Springer Fachmedien Wiesbaden, 2025. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-658-48005-9_5.

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Abstract The ageing population and the consequent growing prevalence of chronic diseases and multimorbidity are increasing long-term care (LTC) demand worldwide. In Europe and beyond, regardless of the welfare policies, the bulk of care for older people is carried out by informal caregivers (ICGs), who are usually adults and older adults. Nevertheless, many studies have recently shed light on young people playing the role of caregivers (known as Adolescent Young Carers, or AYCs) of frail older family members, often grandparents (GrPs). Intergenerational informal caregiving can have negative outcomes (e.g. high levels of stress and poor physical health and mental well-being), especially in countries with underdeveloped LTC systems. The COVID-19 outbreak represented a real “stress-test” for the European LTC systems, bringing to light their limits and weaknesses. The virus containment measures exacerbated the health and living conditions of ICGs and older adults in need of care by restricting access to many social and health services. The overall aim of this article is to deepen our understanding of the characteristics of intergenerational caregiving both in ordinary circumstances and during the pandemic. To this purpose, four cross-European studies on informal intergenerational caregiving are presented, highlighting the difficulties faced by adolescents and adults in Europe, especially in Germany and Italy, and their support needs when they care for one or more older family members with LTC needs. Building on the caregiving stress appraisal model of Yates (Yates et al., .The Journal of Gerontology-Series B Psychological Sciences and Social Sciences 54:12–22, 1999), we propose a new conceptual framework for the interpretation of the intergenerational caregiving and for the provision of effective policies to support today’s informal caregivers.

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Beaudry, Jacqueline L., Anna D'Souza, and Michael C. Riddell. "Physical Activity and Stress." In Routledge Handbook of Physical Activity and Mental Health. Routledge, 2023. http://dx.doi.org/10.4324/9781003423430-29.

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Hamer, Mark, and Andrew Steptoe. "Physical Activity, Stress Reactivity, and Stress-Mediated Pathophysiology." In Routledge Handbook of Physical Activity and Mental Health. Routledge, 2023. http://dx.doi.org/10.4324/9781003423430-27.

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Edwards, Kate M., and Paul J. Mills. "Physical Activity, Stress, and Immune Function." In Routledge Handbook of Physical Activity and Mental Health. Routledge, 2023. http://dx.doi.org/10.4324/9781003423430-30.

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Cushing, Annie, and Sandra Evans. "Training Physicians at Undergraduate and Postgraduate Levels about Comorbidity." In Comorbidity of Mental and Physical Disorders. S. KARGER AG, 2014. http://dx.doi.org/10.1159/000365598.

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Kallus, K. Wolfgang. "Recovery and stress reactivity." In The Importance of Recovery for Physical and Mental Health. Routledge, 2023. http://dx.doi.org/10.4324/9781003250647-3.

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Kort-Butler, Lisa A. "The Stress Mechanisms of Adolescent Physical, Mental, and Behavioral Health." In Routledge International Handbook of Delinquency and Health. Routledge, 2019. http://dx.doi.org/10.4324/9780429289194-6.

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Kang, Yiming, Sarah Tan Si Yu, Woon Qi Rui Ethan, Brian Premchand, and Tan Guoxian. "Predicting Stress Levels During a Mental Arithmetic Task from EEG Data." In Proceedings in Technology Transfer. Springer Nature Singapore, 2025. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-96-3770-6_17.

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Cheberiachko, Serhii, Dmytro Radchuk, Yuriy Cheberiachko, Oleg Deryugin, and Mykola Naumov. "Evaluation of the Impact of Wearing a Filtering Half Mask on the Cognitive Indicators of Users." In 8th International Congress "Environment Protection. Energy Saving. Sustainable Environmental Management". Trans Tech Publications Ltd, 2025. https://doi.org/10.4028/p-1jvlxw.

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Purpose. Study of the influence of users' cognitive indicators on decision-making time when using filtering half masks. Method. 10 men and 5 women who used RPA-DE filtering half masks manufactured by Research and Production Enterprise STANDART took part in the study. During the study, the time and speed of the reaction of half masks users to a stimulus were determined, which allows us to assess the speed of decision-making when performing professional activities in a polluted working environment. The tasks were performed in the absence of physical exertion: once in a half mask, another time without a half mask (control value). The tasks measured the ability to suppress obstacles (Stroop Color Word test), visual search speed, processing speed and mental flexibility, reaction speed (Trailmaking Halstead–Reitan test), level of attention and logical thinking (Raven's Test), anxiety level (IDRlabs resource .com). Three main tasks were performed by the research participant for 40 minutes, after which a test was performed to determine the level of anxiety. Results. The ability to suppress obstacles, reaction speed, and level of logical thinking did not differ significantly between the control value and when wearing a half mask. As for women, the speed of reaction was higher than for men, but in groups of both sexes (in each of the groups) there were no significant differences between tests with and without a half mask. When performing any task to determine the speed of reaction and logic of thinking while wearing a half mask, the results of men and women and when comparing them with each other did not have significant differences. At the same time, the level of anxiety during tasks was 8% higher with the use of half mask s than without it. Scientific novelty. It has been established that wearing a filtering half mask increases the level of stress and anxiety of users when performing mental tasks due to an increase in the load on the cardiovascular system. Practical value. The results show that short-term wearing of a half mask in the lack of other influences does not impair cognitive performance, which indicates the absence of additional risks when using personal protective equipment for users when performing industrial tasks .

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Dang, Vien Ngoc, Jerónimo Hernández-González, and Karim Lekadir. "Understanding Early-Life Stress Impact on Mental-Physical Comorbidity Using Machine Learning." In 2024 20th International Symposium on Medical Information Processing and Analysis (SIPAIM). IEEE, 2024. https://doi.org/10.1109/sipaim62974.2024.10783623.

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Monga, Shouryya Veer, Ritik Kumar Chaudhary, Deepika Kumar, Jahanavi, and Vani Jain. "Predicting Mental Health Stress Levels Through Sleep Patterns using Ensemble Models and Explainable AI." In 2024 3rd Edition of IEEE Delhi Section Flagship Conference (DELCON). IEEE, 2024. https://doi.org/10.1109/delcon64804.2024.10866636.

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Kumar, Sunil, Raza Hasan, Shakeel Ahmad, and Salman Mahmood. "Exploring the Correlation Between Academic Pressure and Mental Health: A Study of Anxiety, Stress, and Depression Levels Among University Students in Bangladesh." In 2024 2nd International Conference on Computing and Data Analytics (ICCDA). IEEE, 2024. https://doi.org/10.1109/iccda64887.2024.10867313.

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CIOBICA, Adrian. "Ways to manage stress and emotions." In "Învăţare activă pentru dezvoltare durabilă", conferinţă ştiinţifică. Ion Creangă Pedagogical State University, 2024. https://doi.org/10.46727/c.15-11-2024.p277-286.

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This article is based on a synthesis of specialized literature in the fields of psychology and mental health, including studies and research articles published in reputable academic journals. In the contemporary world, stress has become an omnipresent issue, affecting individuals of all ages. Emotions, whether positive or negative, play a crucial role in how we perceive and react to stress. Effective management of these factors is essential for maintaining overall health and well-being. Stress and emotions are integral parts of human life, influencing both mental and physical health. We aim to explore various evidence-based strategies for effectively managing stress and emotions, including mindfulness techniques, physical exercise, and cognitive-behavioral interventions. Regular physical activity is an effective way to reduce stress. Relaxation techniques such as deep breathing, yoga, and progressive muscle relaxation can help reduce physical and mental tension associated with stress. CBT is a form of therapy that helps individuals identify and change negative thought patterns. Recognizing and accepting emotions are essential steps in managing them. Emotional intelligence involves the ability to perceive, use, and manage emotions constructively. Clear and direct expression of needs and feelings can prevent the buildup of emotional tensions and improve relationships with others. Mindfulness involves focusing attention on the present moment and accepting it without judgment. Studies have shown that mindfulness practices can significantly reduce stress levels and improve emotional regulation.

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Lansing, Kyle, Wei Yu, and Biswanath Samanta. "A Non-Intrusive Wearable Bio-Sensor Based Assistive Robotic System for Human Mental and Physical Intervention." In ASME 2017 International Mechanical Engineering Congress and Exposition. American Society of Mechanical Engineers, 2017. http://dx.doi.org/10.1115/imece2017-71654.

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Assistive robotics and technologies are going to play a vital role in our society. These platforms can support a level of human-robot interaction that is more meaningful, accommodating, and effective. This is especially true in the realms of medicine and rehabilitation, although assistive robots have a wider range of applications. In this work, using a non-intrusive wearable bio-sensor, a PC, and a mobile robot a novel proof of concept system has been developed that can detect human mental and physical states and intervene to promote mental and physical wellbeing. This study has utilized a skin-conductivity sensor to monitor changes in galvanic skin response (GSR) due to the presence of stress or anxiety along with a three-axis accelerometer to detect changes in physical activity levels. Two data processing algorithms have been developed to identify the mental and physical states by employing trend analysis techniques. By programming the system to obtain a baseline reading for individual subjects and comparing subsequent sensor values sustained changes in GSR levels due to stress can be detected. Similarly, by utilizing arrays and monitoring changes in accelerometer readings pattern changes associated with different physical activities can be detected. In addition, behaviors and motions aimed at alleviating human mental stress and physical inactivity have been developed by employing distraction and reminder intervention methods using a mobile robot. Experiments have been conducted on human subjects to evaluate the proposed robotic system’s capability to identify mental and physical states and intervene to improve their situation through participant responses. Based on the responses, a mean rating of 4.41 and 4.83 out of 5 has been given for the system’s ability to recognize human stress and physical state respectively. Additionally, participants have reported a mean of 30.3% reduction of stress and a mean of 23.3% increase in positive mood following the system’s intervention behavior.

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Hadziavdic, I., and J. Forsyth. "Empowering Resilience: Effective Stress Management Strategies in the Energy Industry." In SPE Europe Energy Conference and Exhibition. SPE, 2025. https://doi.org/10.2118/225581-ms.

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Abstract Employees in the energy industry face significant mental health challenges due to high-pressure environments, extended working hours, and exposure to physical risks. The sector’s complex operations, often in remote locations and with stringent safety protocols, contribute to elevated stress levels. Key stressors include economic uncertainties, regulatory changes, the physical demands of the job, and work-life imbalance due to long shifts or relocation. The consequences of prolonged stress are profound, leading to burnout, anxiety, depression, and sleep disturbances, all of which negatively affect overall well-being and productivity. Stress can also result in safety issues, higher turnover rates, and decreased job satisfaction, ultimately harming company performance and employee retention. While some organizations have implemented wellness programs and mental health initiatives to address these challenges, gaps remain, especially in terms of accessibility, awareness, and stigma reduction. Many companies struggle to provide adequate mental health support, particularly for workers in remote or offshore locations, where accessing professional help may be limited. To tackle these issues, several solutions can be introduced. Comprehensive training programs that raise awareness about stress and mental health, as well as practical coping tools, are essential. Improved access to mental health resources—both on-site and through digital platforms—can ensure that employees have the support they need, regardless of location. Offering more flexible work schedules, job rotations, and work-life balance initiatives can also help reduce the negative effects of long hours and physical fatigue. Additionally, fostering a corporate culture that prioritizes mental health and reduces stigma is critical for creating a supportive work environment. A holistic approach to stress management in the energy industry, integrating mental health support into organizational practices, will not only enhance employee well-being but also improve overall operational efficiency, safety, and long-term sustainability in the industry.

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De La Torre - García, Ana, Úrsula Martínez - Iranzo, Gema Prats Boluda, Miguel Ángel Serrano Rosa, José Luis Martínez De Juan, and Cristina Herrera Ligero. "Exploring the Nexus Between Physical and Mental Health: Assessing Stress Through Heart Rate Variability." In 13th International Conference on Human Interaction & Emerging Technologies: Artificial Intelligence & Future Applications. AHFE International, 2025. https://doi.org/10.54941/ahfe1005939.

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Physiological signals such as electrocardiography (ECG) have traditionally been associated with assessments of physical health. Mental health, meanwhile, often relies on subjective measures like self-report questionnaires and clinical interviews. Yet, the autonomic nervous system and the central nervous system are intrinsically linked to mental states like stress. While previous studies have associated certain parameters with stress, variability in findings and protocols, as well as limited exploration of some parameters, especially non-linear measures, highlight the need for further research.This paper examines how parameters extracted from ECG can be used to study acute stress levels. By analysing ECG data, we seek to identify patterns and correlations that reflect stress responses in individuals, potentially serving as reliable, objective markers.We conducted experiments exposing participants to controlled stress stimuli. Each session included a baseline measurement at rest, exposure to a stressor (the cold-pressor test), and a recovery phase. Continuous ECG recordingwere obtained, and a comprehensive range of Heart Rate Variability (HRV) parameters, encompassing time-domain, frequency-domain, geometrical and non-linear measures, was extracted to assess autonomic balance.Preliminary results demonstrate that certain HRV parameters change characteristically during acute stress exposure, indicating increased sympathetic activity (e.g., reduced mean and median NN intervals reflecting a shift toward higher heart rate). These physiological changes tended to normalise during recovery, underscoring the dynamic nature of the acute stress response. However, elevated parasympathetic-like measures (e.g., elevated sdnn, rmssd and pnni_50) during stress suggest that conscious or subconscious respiratory modulation can influence HRV indices. Moreover, some parameters revealed age-related differences that highlight how autonomic adaptability may diminish as individuals advance in age.These findings suggest that ECG-derived HRV parameters can serve as reliable, objective markers of acute stress. Understanding the physiological foundations of stress and the factors that modulate it, such as breathing patterns and age, may inform the development of non-invasive monitoring tools and interventions. This, in turn, could lead to more comprehensive evaluations of stress-related conditions like anxiety or depression, and support personalised strategies to enhance mental health and wellbeing.

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Kidwai, Zainab, and Nikita Prajapati. "PILOT STATISTICAL ANALYSIS OF EXERCISE ATTITUDES AND MENTAL HEALTH: A CORRELATIONAL STUDY." In Transforming Knowledge: A Multi-disciplinary Research on Integrative Learning Across Disciplines. BSSS Publication, 2025. https://doi.org/10.51767/ic250510.

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Attitudes to exercise also contribute importantly to outcomes of mental health, affecting the level of stress, anxiety, and overall psychological state. The present study aims to investigate attitudes towards exercise in relation to mental health and notes how positive attitudes lead to positive psychological states and how negative attitudes correlate with extreme levels of stress, anxiety, and depression. Analysis of data indicates that those who like exercise and find it helpful are more likely to engage in regular physical activity, which results in better mental health. Those with negative attitudes, however, report lower levels of participation and higher rates of mental health issues. The results highlight the significance of intrinsic motivation, self-efficacy, and demographic variables in influencing exercise behaviors. The research determines that exercise attitudes can be strengthened by cognitive-behavioral interventions (CBIs) and public health strategies, which have the ability to improve mental health outcomes and optimize long-term well-being.

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Sili, Miroslav, Martin Bacher, Elisabeth Broneder, René Luigies, and Niklas Hungerländer. "mHealthINX – The mental Health eXperience concept." In Human Systems Engineering and Design (IHSED 2021) Future Trends and Applications. AHFE International, 2021. http://dx.doi.org/10.54941/ahfe1001141.

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mHealthINX is an international research project that aims to design and develop a digital-based solution that supports older employees (55+) in promoting and strengthening their mental health. Age-related decline of physical and cognitive abilities can raise challenges and stressful situations for older adults at work. mHealthINX seeks to alleviate these problems by providing a user-friendly digital solution that supports older employees in monitoring their stress levels, make themselves aware of stressors, and preventing stress-related consequences. The prototype will provide mental health assessments and mental health-promoting features such as cognitive training, mindfulness, and techniques and tools supporting users in learning to cope with stressors. This work aims to depict the mHealthINX solution's concept and highlight the interplay between its frontend components. Next to the concept, this work focuses on the user experience and user involvement results gained from the first and second workshops held in Switzerland and the Netherlands.

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Reports on the topic "Physical and Mental Stress levels"

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Travis, Amanda, Margaret Harvey, and Michelle Rickard. Adverse Childhood Experiences and Urinary Incontinence in Elementary School Aged Children. University of Tennessee Health Science Center, 2021. http://dx.doi.org/10.21007/con.dnp.2021.0012.

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Purpose/Background: Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) have an impact on health throughout the lifespan (Filletti et al., 1999; Hughes et al., 2017). These experiences range from physical and mental abuse, substance abuse in the home, parental separation or loss, financial instability, acute illness or injury, witnessing violence in the home or community, and incarceration of family members (Hughes et al., 2017). Understanding and screening for ACEs in children with urinary incontinence can help practitioners identify psychological stress as a potentially modifiable risk factor. Methods: A 5-month chart review was performed identifying English speaking patients ages 6-11 years presenting to the outpatient urology office for an initial visit with a primary diagnosis of urinary incontinence. Charts were reviewed for documentation of individual or family risk factors for ACEs exposure, community risk factors for ACEs exposures, and records where no related documentation was included. Results: For the thirty-nine patients identified, no community risk factors were noted in the charts. Seventy-nine percent of patients had one or more individual or family risk factors documented. Implications for Nursing Practice This chart review indicates that a significant percentage of pediatric, school-aged patients presenting with urinary incontinence have exposure to ACEs. A formal assessment for ACEs at the time of initial presentation would be helpful to identify those at highest risk. References: Felitti VJ, Anda RF, Nordenberg D, Williamson DF, Spitz AM, Edwards V, Koss MP, Marks JS. Relationship of childhood abuse and household dysfunction to many of the leading causes of death in adults: the adverse childhood experiences (ACE) study. Am J Prev Med. 1998;14:245–258 Hughes, K., Bellis, M.A., Hardcastle, K.A., Sethi, D., Butchart, D., Mikton, C., Jones, L., Dunne, M.P. (2017) The effect of multiple adverse childhood experiences on health: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Lancet Public Health, 2(8): e356–e366. Published online 2017 Jul 31.doi: 10.1016/S2468-2667(17)30118-4 Lai, H., Gardner, V., Vetter, J., & Andriole, G. L. (2015). Correlation between psychological stress levels and the severity of overactive bladder symptoms. BMC urology, 15, 14. doi:10.1186/s12894-015-0009-6

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Jenkins, J. Lee, Enid Chung Roemer, Edbert B. Hsu, et al. Mental Health and Occupational Stress in the Emergency Medical Services and 911 Workforces. Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ), 2025. https://doi.org/10.23970/ahrqepcsr911.

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Objectives. This Systematic Review addresses the mental health of the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) and 911 telecommunicator workforces. We addressed Key Questions (KQs) related to the: (1) incidence, prevalence, and severity of mental health and occupational stress issues; (2) benefits and harms of interventions to promote resistance and resilience regarding these issues; (3) contextual and implementation factors for practices to address these issues; and (4) future research needs. Data sources. We searched Medline®, Embase®, Cochrane CENTRAL, PsycINFO®, CINAHL®, journals not indexed in Medline®, ClinicalTrials.gov, and Websites from January 1, 2001, to June 11, 2024. To increase applicability to the U.S. decision-making context, we restricted to studies conducted in high-income countries. Review methods. We used DistillerSR® for screening and the Systematic Review Data Repository Plus for data extraction. We assessed the risk of bias, conducted meta-analyses, and evaluated strength of evidence (SoE) using standard methods. We registered the protocol in PROSPERO (registration number CRD42023465325). Results. We included 187 studies (2 randomized controlled trials, 1 nonrandomized trial, 5 pre-post studies, 6 cohort studies, and 173 cross-sectional studies). KQ1: We included 179 studies. No study reported on incidence of any outcome. Among telecommunicators during routine practice, prevalence estimates were: any depression, 15.5 percent; suicidal ideation, 12.4 percent; suicide plans, 5.7 percent; suicide attempts, 0.7 percent; alcohol abuse, 15.5 percent; high/extreme peritraumatic distress, 5 percent; high secondary traumatic stress, 16.3 percent; and acute stress disorder, 17 percent (low SoE for each). Among telecommunicators after critical incidents, the prevalence of high and medium general stress were 39.7 and 28.2 percent, respectively (low SoE). Among EMS clinicians during routine practice, prevalence estimates were: suicidal ideation, 33 percent; suicide plans, 8.7 to 10.9 percent; and suicide attempts, 2.8 to 5.6 percent (moderate SoE). Among EMS clinicians during routine practice or after critical incidents, the prevalence of depression, anxiety, posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), burnout, and stress varied considerably (low SoE for each). Regarding severity (based on mean levels), among telecommunicators during routine practice, depressive symptoms and stress were mild/low to moderate and burnout was mild to severe (moderate SoE). Peritraumatic distress was moderate and secondary traumatic stress was mild (low SoE). Among telecommunicators after critical incidents, mean levels of burnout and general stress were moderate (low SoE). Among EMS clinicians during routine practice, mean levels of depressive symptoms were minimal to mild, while mean levels of anxiety and operational and organizational job stress were mild to moderate, mean levels of general stress and burnout were mild to severe, mean levels of secondary traumatic stress were mild, and mean alcohol use was low risk (moderate SoE). The Suicide Behaviors Questionnaire-Revised (SBQ-R) mean score was 4.92 (95% confidence interval, 2.44 to 7.39; 4 studies; SBQ-R ≥ 7 implies at risk of suicide; moderate SoE). The mean level of moral injury was moderate (low SoE). Among EMS clinicians after critical incidents, mean levels of depressive symptoms were minimal to mild and for anxiety were mild to moderate (moderate SoE). Some modifying factors (e.g., more trauma exposure, more hours per week, more burnout, higher call volumes) were associated with poor outcomes. KQ2: We included nine studies. Mindfulness-building interventions targeting resistance and resilience among EMS clinicians were associated with reduced burnout at up to 6 months of follow-up (low SoE). KQ3: We included five studies. We found no evidence regarding effective telecommunicator workforce practices to improve mental health and occupational stress issues. KQ4: Future research should evaluate mindfulness-based interventions and prioritized outcomes, using randomized trials or non-randomized studies that account for important confounders. Conclusions. This Systematic Review documents the prevalence and severity of mental health and occupational stress issues in the EMS and telecommunicator workforces. To strengthen preventive and early supportive interventions, attention should be given to factors associated with poor outcomes.

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bin Ahsan, Wahid, Abul Bashar, Ajoy Sarker, Tanvir Ahammed Tohin, and Arif Sikder. Health Impacts of Freelancing: Physical, Mental, and Social Challenges Among Designers in Bangladesh. Userhub, 2025. https://doi.org/10.58947/journal.qytd56.

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This study examines the health impacts of freelancing among designers in Bangladesh, a vital yet underexplored segment of the gig economy in developing countries. Using a mixed-methods approach, data were collected from an online survey of 55 freelance designers and semi-structured interviews with 20 participants, including freelancers, community leaders, and healthcare professionals. The findings reveal significant physical (e.g., fatigue, back pain, and sleep disturbances), mental (e.g., high stress due to client demands and financial instability), and social health challenges (e.g., isolation caused by irregular schedules and the undervaluation of freelancing). Gendered struggles were especially prominent, as female freelancers faced dual burdens of professional workloads and household responsibilities, intensifying stress and disrupting work-life balance. The psychological strain of constant digital engagement and client expectations further compounded these challenges. The study highlights the urgent need for systemic interventions, including affordable healthcare, structured peer networks, targeted training programs, and formal recognition of freelancing as a legitimate profession. By addressing these issues, this research contributes to the growing body of literature on gig work, offering actionable strategies to enhance freelancer well-being in developing economies.

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Brophy, Lisa, Sanne Oostermeijer, Catherine Minshall, et al. Designing mental health facilities that prevent the use of seclusion and restraint_Evidence Check. The Sax Institute, 2020. http://dx.doi.org/10.57022/ihkz3424.

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This review examined research on physical design features in mental health facilities that reduce the use of seclusion and restraint. Overall, the review found evidence that the physical environment can have a role in supporting better outcomes for consumers of inpatient mental health services, including reduction in the use of seclusion and restraint. Improvements to the physical environment are likely to be achieved through good design features; these include adequate space and privacy, no overcrowding, exposure to daylight and other appropriate lighting, reduced levels of unpleasant noise, access to gardens and a home-like environment.

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Dorsey, Achsah, Elissa M. Scherer, Randy Eckhoff, and Robert Furberg. Measurement of Human Stress: A Multidimensional Approach. RTI Press, 2022. http://dx.doi.org/10.3768/rtipress.2022.op.0073.2206.

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Stress is a multidimensional construct that comprises exposure to events, perceptions of stress, and physiological responses to stress. Research consistently demonstrates a strong association between stress and a myriad of physical and mental health concerns, resulting in a pervasive and interdisciplinary agreement on the importance of investigating the relationship between stress and health. Developing a holistic understanding of stress requires assessment of the three domains vital to the study of stress: (1) the presence of environmental stressors, (2) psychological and biological reactions to stressors, and (3) the length of time over which the stressor or stress response occurs. Research into all three domains requires multiple methods. Self-reports allow for subjective evaluations of stress that illuminate the duration and severity of the psychological response to stressors. Biomarkers, in turn, capture a more-objective measure of stress and create a deeper understanding of the biological response to chronic and acute stress. Finally, the use of digital biomarkers allows for further exploration of the physiological fluctuations caused by stress by measuring the changes occurring at the same time as the stressor. Future research on stress and health should favor a multidimensional approach that creates a triangulated picture of stress, drawing from each of the three aforementioned method groups.

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Xourafi, Lydia, Polyxeni Sardi, and Anastasia Kostaki. Exploring psychological vulnerability and responses to the COVID-19 lockdown in Greece. Verlag der Österreichischen Akademie der Wissenschaften, 2022. http://dx.doi.org/10.1553/populationyearbook2022.dat.5.

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This study explores the psychosocial impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the population in Greece during the general lockdown period. Specifically, depression, anxiety and stress scores, as well as the factors associated with vulnerability to developing mental health conditions during this period, were investigated. A total of 911 adults participated in an online survey by completing a self-reporting questionnaire that included demographic questions, DASS-42 items (anxiety, stress and depression scales) and other questions related to personal experience. Regression modelling uncovered a significant relationship between gender and DASS scores, with women having significantly higher scores than men for all mental health problems. Participants aged 20–39 years were especially vulnerable to experiencing poor mental health. Unemployed participants reported having worse mental health than others. Having more perceived psychosocial support during the pandemic was associated with lower overall scores. Thus, women, young adults and the unemployed exhibited particularly high levels of vulnerability, while individuals who received social support from relatives and friends during the lockdown were more resilient to the effects of social isolation.

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Romero, Nancy Stephany Viorato, Diana Cecilia Tapia Pancardo, Graciela González Juárez, and Alba Luz Robles Mendoza. Multimodal stress interventions focused on nursing students in the new normal after the COVID-19 pandemic: Systematic review. INPLASY - International Platform of Registered Systematic Review and Meta-analysis Protocols, 2023. http://dx.doi.org/10.37766/inplasy2023.4.0097.

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Review question / Objective: The purpose of this study is to present a synthesis of knowledge about the effects of carrying out theoretically and pedagogically supported multimodal interventions in the stress management of nursing students in the new normality, favoring their health. physical and mental, reducing the symptoms of post-traumatic stress, distress , anxiety and fears. Eligibility criteria: Studies that include in their participants Nursing undergraduate students over 18 years of age, who have had multimodal interventions for stress management, anxiety on their return to the new normality, after the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Ahluwalia, Manvir, Katie Shillington, and Jennifer Irwin. The Relationship Between Resilience and Mental Health of Undergraduate Students: A Scoping Review. INPLASY - International Platform of Registered Systematic Review and Meta-analysis Protocols, 2022. http://dx.doi.org/10.37766/inplasy2022.7.0075.

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Review question / Objective: The aim of this scoping review was to examine what is known about the relationship between the resilience and mental health of undergraduate students enrolled in university or college programs globally. Background: For many undergraduate students, higher education acts as a personal investment in preparation for the workforce, while ultimately allowing students to develop cultural capital (Kromydas, 2017). The transition to university or college is also accompanied by important life changes such as moving to a new campus, meeting new people, and increasing self-efficacy to maintain independent responsibilities (i.e., meeting deadlines, completing household chores, and managing expenses; Henri et al., 2018). As a result, navigating these life changes can contribute to feelings of isolation, as many undergraduate students are disconnected from their friends and families (Diehl et al., 2018). Saleh and colleagues (2017) found that young adults in university or college experience higher levels of stress compared to their non-student counterparts. These stressors are attributed to a more challenging workload compared to that of high school, living with new roommates, and financial concerns (Karyotaki et al., 2020). In the face of these stressors, many undergraduate students are likely to experience mental health challenges either for the first time or in an exacerbated manner, potentially depleting their resilience (Abiola, 2017).

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Muñoz, Ercio, Melanie Saavedra, and Dario Sansone. The Lives of Intersex People: Socio-Economic and Health Disparities in Mexico. Inter-American Development Bank, 2024. http://dx.doi.org/10.18235/0013001.

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This paper reports socio-economic and health outcomes for intersex people in Mexico using data collected between 2021 and 2022. This is the first study relying on a large nationally representative survey including information on sex variations to document substantial negative outcomes for intersex individuals. Around 1.6% of individuals aged 15-64 are intersex. There are significant disparities in mental, physical, and sexual health when comparing intersex individuals to the general population, including higher rates of bullying, stigmatization, harassment, and violence throughout the life cycle, as well as higher rates of suicidal intention. Additionally, intersex individuals have lower education levels and face substantial barriers in the workplace and healthcare environments.

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Londoño, Juan Luis, and Nancy Birdsall. Asset Inequality Does Matter: Lessons from Latin America. Inter-American Development Bank, 1997. http://dx.doi.org/10.18235/0010755.

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In light of recent results, the fight against poverty in Latin America has been far from satisfactory. The standard approach of multicultural credit agencies will continue to be limited if it does not stress the central role of the distribution as well as the accumulation of productive assets, especially human capital. After removing fiscal and trade distortions with structural reforms, insufficient levels of human and physical capital accumulation and highly skewed asset distribution are critical growth constraints for Latin America. Policies aimed at reducing inequalities in assets accumulation should be at the center of a new approach for poverty eradication and increased growth in Latin America at the start of the new century.

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