Impact of learning environment on reading anxiety: a study of medical students in online and traditional settings DOI Creative Commons

Akbar Solati,

Amir Amani,

Mohammad Reza Armat

и другие.

BMC Medical Education, Год журнала: 2024, Номер 24(1)

Опубликована: Дек. 20, 2024

Reading anxiety is a common issue experienced by students in different learning settings. This study compares reading among medical online and face-to-face environments. A group of 70 first-year genders participated General English courses during the 2021–2022 academic year at North Khorasan University Medical Sciences. The students, with an average age 22, were selected based on their performance Oxford Placement Test. They then randomly assigned to either control (receiving instruction) or experimental instruction). Before sessions, both groups took EFL Anxiety Inventory (EFLRAI) as pre-test. used Sama Live App platform for instruction, while had traditional instruction. Following six from completed EFLRAI post-test. Data analysis was conducted using SPSS software, revealing that higher mean levels compared group. results indicate participants generally see technology beneficial tool enhancing collaboration peers.

Язык: Английский

Post-pandemic student mental health and coping strategies: A time trajectory study DOI Creative Commons
Sarah Le Vigouroux, Basilie Chevrier, Lucile Montalescot

и другие.

Journal of Affective Disorders, Год журнала: 2025, Номер 376, С. 260 - 268

Опубликована: Фев. 8, 2025

Язык: Английский

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Student anxiety in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic DOI Creative Commons
Birgitta Dresp,

Ulviyya Zulfiqarova

Опубликована: Июль 25, 2024

Meta-analyses of the pertaining literature have shown that generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) in youth particularly students is a prevalent syndrome mental health issues identified 2022, wake COVID-19 pandemic, by World Health Organization and other national organizations such as Santé Publique France.This study, performed between 2022 2023, offers pinhole view student post-COVID-19 context at French University.A sample population 80 undergraduate medical within age range from 18 to 24 years was tested for GAD survey using an online version Hamilton Anxiety Scale (HAM-A).The total test scores indicate prevalence severe very 36% population, which consistent with results studies on larger populations countries.Further statistical analyses reveal significantly higher number psychological symptoms comparison somatic GAD.The reasons why, under light findings placed current societal context, needs be addressed terms problem beyond immediate consequences pandemic are discussed.

Язык: Английский

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The role of emotional styles in information avoidance regarding negative news DOI Creative Commons
Mahsa Torabi, Hasan Khezri, Saeede Torabi

и другие.

Information Research an international electronic journal, Год журнала: 2025, Номер 30(1), С. 102 - 121

Опубликована: Янв. 15, 2025

Introduction. This study explores the influence of emotional styles on students’ information avoidance behaviour, particularly about negative news. Method. Using a sample participants, we employed Emotional Styles Questionnaire (ESQ) to measure styles, alongside an questionnaire assess participants' tendencies avoid distressing Cronbach’s Alpha for both questionnaires indicated good reliability. Analysis. Data analysis involved confirmatory factor (CFA) and regression validate instruments explore relationships between avoidance. Results. Results demonstrated that higher resilience greater sensitivity context are significantly associated with increased among students. Conclusion. These findings suggest students engage in strategic manage their well-being. The study's implications highlight need tailored interventions enhance adaptive coping strategies, offering insights mental health professionals, educators, policymakers. Future research should investigate cultural differences longitudinal changes further understand dynamics underscores importance considering dispositions information-seeking behaviours, contributing broader theoretical framework regulation.

Язык: Английский

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Examining the relationship between physical literacy and resilience against COVID-19-induced negative mental states in Chinese adolescents DOI Creative Commons
Jiarun Wu, Garry Kuan,

Yishuai Wang

и другие.

BMC Public Health, Год журнала: 2024, Номер 24(1)

Опубликована: Июнь 29, 2024

Abstract Research indicates that COVID-19 has had adverse effects on the mental health of adolescents, exacerbating their negative psychological states. The purpose this study is to investigate impact Physical Literacy (PL) Negative Mental State caused by (NMSC) and identify potential factors related NMSC PL in Chinese adolescents. This cross-sectional involved a total 729 high school students with an average age 16.2 ± 1.1 years. Participants’ demographic data, data were collected. measured using self-reported Portuguese Assessment Questionnaire (PPLA-Q), Stress Anxiety Viral Epidemics-6 (SAVE-6), Fear Scale (FCV-19). Adolescents current demonstrated higher levels lower PL, scores 3.45 2.26, respectively (on scale 5). Through multiple linear regression analysis, Motivation (MO), Confidence (CO), Emotional Regulation (ER), (PR) identified as influencing findings contribute providing guidance for actions aimed at alleviating among

Язык: Английский

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Estimation of the prevalence of anxiety during the COVID-19 pandemic: A meta-analysis of meta-analyses DOI Creative Commons
Mostafa Amini‐Rarani, Saber Azami–Aghdash, Haleh Mousavi Isfahani

и другие.

BMC Public Health, Год журнала: 2024, Номер 24(1)

Опубликована: Окт. 15, 2024

Pandemics such as COVID-19, can lead to psychiatric symptoms like anxiety. It seems that meta-analysis of studies provide more comprehensive information regarding the needs for post-COVID-19 services. Therefore, this umbrella review and meta-analyses aimed estimate precise prevalence anxiety during COVID-19 pandemic.

Язык: Английский

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Who are we receiving at the university? The impact of COVID-19 on mathematics and reading learning in high school DOI Creative Commons
Claudia Fabiola Ortega Barba, Héctor X. Ramírez-Pérez,

Santiago Méndez-Padilla Andrade

и другие.

Frontiers in Education, Год журнала: 2024, Номер 9

Опубликована: Июль 29, 2024

We researched how the transition to remote learning during COVID-19 pandemic affected development of mathematical thinking and reading comprehension skills high school students based on analysis results a standardized test for higher education admission. The total number participants was N = 17,942, out which N1 10,611 were pre-pandemic applicants N2 7,331 post-pandemic applicants. group took into consideration exam from September 2016 June 2020. 2020 up May 2023. conclude that emergency teaching decreased average competence incoming university by 12.8%. Similarly, achievement entering 8%. Therefore, impact greater mathematics than achievements.

Язык: Английский

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Academic and Emotional Challenges beyond COVID-19. Analysis of Years and Branches of Study in 35 Spanish Universities DOI Creative Commons
Concepción Fernández,

Laura Serrato Romero,

Sandra Soriano Moreno

и другие.

Psicologí a Educativa, Год журнала: 2024, Номер 30(2), С. 75 - 84

Опубликована: Май 27, 2024

Background: Evidence indicates an increasing prevalence of psychological issues among university students, exacerbated by COVID-19. However, conclusive data on the situation in Spanish universities is lacking. Objective: This study explores academic, interpersonal, and emotional problems, as well differences between years branches studies. Method: 5,221 students from 35 completed online questionnaire covering standardized tests. Results: The mean scores show overwhelmed academic work, struggling to distance themselves personal problems seeking help, with stress physical discomfort, symptoms consistent a probable clinical case anxiety. Students report declines attention, concentration, well-being due pandemic. Factorial ANOVAs showed high transversality but identified branches. Conclusions: results offer valuable information for support services assess develop specific interventions students.

Язык: Английский

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Stress, physical activity, and mindfulness practices among youth amidst COVID-19 DOI Creative Commons
Albert El Hajj, Marion Noulhiane, Bernard Andrieu

и другие.

Frontiers in Sports and Active Living, Год журнала: 2024, Номер 6

Опубликована: Дек. 2, 2024

Introduction The COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated stress and anxiety among young people, particularly university students, impacting their mental well-being daily life. Given the rise in social isolation economic uncertainty, adoption of mindfulness practices such as sophrology, meditation, yoga becomes essential for improving health. This study aims to evaluate impact these on levels effect engagement physical activities youths. Method employed a mixed methods design assess different wellness activity (PA) students. Quantitative data were gathered electronically from 218 students at University Rouen Paris-Cité through validated questionnaires, including custom tools sports Perceived Stress Scale (PSS). sample consisted mainly adults aged 18 35, with majority 170 female 48 male participants. Qualitative insights semi-structured interviews three directors university's department (SUAPS), well four program instructors. Data analysis involved statistical techniques using Statistical Analysis System (SAS) software quantitative data, while qualitative analyzed thematically Sphinx software, tool textual analysis. Ethical approval was obtained, confidentiality all participants maintained throughout research. Results conclusion had significant effects French students’ PA, health, levels. Lockdowns led decline many, others adapted by increasing fitness practices. (64.68%) reported moderate stress. A correlation found between motivations health support management, higher ( p = 0.0000 0.0024, respectively). Regular participation associated lower 0.0193). findings reinforce idea that incorporating into educational environments can strengthen resilience overall well-being, equipping them effectively cope future stressors.

Язык: Английский

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Student Perceptions of Academic Functioning During the COVID-19 Pandemic in Germany DOI Creative Commons
Pauline A. Hendriksen, Anna Helin Koyun, Johan Garssen

и другие.

COVID, Год журнала: 2024, Номер 4(11), С. 1764 - 1775

Опубликована: Ноя. 7, 2024

Background: The COVID-19 pandemic posed unprecedented challenges to higher education in Germany, necessitating a rapid transition remote learning. This study evaluates the impact of on academic functioning among German university students. Methods: An online survey was conducted with 207 students aged 18 35. Results: Significantly poorer evident during pandemic, particularly output and role satisfaction. Younger (18 24 years) experienced greater decrease contact teachers lower compared older (25 35 years). These findings suggest that younger may struggle more learning due self-regulation time management. Additionally, pandemic-induced disruptions blurred boundaries between work personal life, increasing stress adversely affecting performance. No significant differences were found based sex or living situation. Conclusion: Academic significantly pandemic. finding highlights need for targeted support strategies mitigate negative effects students’ performance well-being. Further research is recommended explore long-term implications outcomes student

Язык: Английский

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Impact of learning environment on reading anxiety: a study of medical students in online and traditional settings DOI Creative Commons

Akbar Solati,

Amir Amani,

Mohammad Reza Armat

и другие.

BMC Medical Education, Год журнала: 2024, Номер 24(1)

Опубликована: Дек. 20, 2024

Reading anxiety is a common issue experienced by students in different learning settings. This study compares reading among medical online and face-to-face environments. A group of 70 first-year genders participated General English courses during the 2021–2022 academic year at North Khorasan University Medical Sciences. The students, with an average age 22, were selected based on their performance Oxford Placement Test. They then randomly assigned to either control (receiving instruction) or experimental instruction). Before sessions, both groups took EFL Anxiety Inventory (EFLRAI) as pre-test. used Sama Live App platform for instruction, while had traditional instruction. Following six from completed EFLRAI post-test. Data analysis was conducted using SPSS software, revealing that higher mean levels compared group. results indicate participants generally see technology beneficial tool enhancing collaboration peers.

Язык: Английский

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