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Neurosciences
Sra Jung, Hee-Jun Lee, Mi Yeon Lee, Eun Soo Kim, Sang-Won Jeon, Dong-Won Shin, Young-Chul Shin, Kang-Seob Oh, Min-Kyoung Kim, Sung Joon Cho
Summary: This study examines the relationship between workplace bullying and the prevalence of depression, finding that workplace bullying has a significant impact on employees' mental health, particularly for male employees. It emphasizes the importance of implementing anti-bullying strategies and policies, as well as providing mental health resources and support to address workplace bullying.
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Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Zhipeng Wu, Biao Wang, Zhibiao Xiang, Zhulin Zou, Zhening Liu, Yicheng Long, Xudong Chen
Summary: This study examines the trends in mental health problems among Chinese adolescents from 2016 to 2020 and finds a significant increase in these problems. Females had higher positive rates and showed a greater increase in problems compared to males. These results highlight the importance of addressing mental health issues among urban Chinese adolescents, particularly girls.
FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
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Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Omar Paccagnella, Benedetta Pongiglione
Summary: Determining the factors influencing depressive symptoms during the COVID-19 pandemic among older individuals is crucial for designing interventions. Pre-existing mental health problems, gender, and job loss are significant risk factors associated with changes in reporting depression.
SOCIAL SCIENCE & MEDICINE
(2022)
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Clinical Neurology
Zhengqian Yang, Yuhan Luo, Qing Zhou, Fumei Chen, Zijing Xu, Li Ke, Yun Wang
Summary: This study found that COVID-19-related stress may increase depression in adolescents by accelerating their life history strategies. This suggests that interventions during and after the pandemic should focus on the life history strategies of adolescents, particularly cognitive style.
JOURNAL OF AFFECTIVE DISORDERS
(2022)
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Clinical Neurology
Amy C. Reynolds, Sally A. Ferguson, Sarah L. Appleton, Meagan E. Crowther, Yohannes Adama Melaku, Tiffany K. Gill, Shantha M. W. Rajaratnam, Robert J. Adams
Summary: The prevalence of pSWD in Australian workers was estimated to be 10.5% among those on non-standard work schedules, with higher likelihoods of mental health problems and workplace errors in those with pSWD. This highlights the importance of intervention and management of this under-recognised sleep disorder.
NATURE AND SCIENCE OF SLEEP
(2021)
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Geriatrics & Gerontology
Weidi Qin, Christy L. Erving, Ann W. Nguyen
Summary: This study focuses on older African Americans and aims to identify trajectories of depressive symptoms over a 9-year period, examine the association between neighborhood characteristics and depressive symptom trajectories, and assess whether this association differs by gender. The findings suggest that high levels of neighborhood social cohesion may protect against increasing depressive symptoms in older African Americans, and that older African American men may be more susceptible to the negative mental health effects of neighborhood physical disadvantage.
AGING & MENTAL HEALTH
(2023)
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Geriatrics & Gerontology
Leah R. Abrams, Philippa J. Clarke, Neil K. Mehta
Summary: Exiting the labor force earlier or later than planned can have predictable economic consequences, but its impact on mental health is not well understood. A study found that unexpectedly not working at age 62 was associated with higher depressive symptoms compared to working as expected.
JOURNALS OF GERONTOLOGY SERIES B-PSYCHOLOGICAL SCIENCES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES
(2022)
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Psychology, Developmental
Leah R. Koenig, Robert Wm Blum, Denese Shervington, Jakevia Green, Mengmeng Li, Hanani Tabana, Caroline Moreau
Summary: This study aimed to assess the relationship between gender norms and depressive symptoms, as well as to examine if sex differences in depressive symptoms can be explained by differences in gender norm perceptions. Unequal gender norm perceptions were found to be associated with more depressive symptoms in multiple sites, and gender norm perceptions appeared to mediate the relationship between sex and depressive symptoms.
JOURNAL OF ADOLESCENT HEALTH
(2021)
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Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Ang Li, Mathew Toll
Summary: The study found that graduating during an economic downturn has lasting negative effects on the mental health of young graduates, particularly significant for men. Higher unemployment rates at graduation are associated with increased risks of psychological distress, depression, or anxiety diagnoses, lasting for over a decade.
ANNALS OF EPIDEMIOLOGY
(2021)
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Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Yanan Zhang, Sarah Harper
Summary: This study investigates the difference in mental health outcomes of parents who receive eldercare from their sons and from their daughters.
SOCIAL SCIENCE & MEDICINE
(2022)
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Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Akinkunmi Paul Okekunle, Jeffery Osahon Asowata, Jung Eun Lee, Onoja Matthew Akpa
Summary: The study found that environmental tobacco smoke exposure was associated with higher odds of depression among females but not males. Additionally, the association between ETSE and depression was more significant among young adults compared to older adults.
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Medicine, General & Internal
Kenneth Sandin, Frederick Anyan, Kare Osnes, Ragne Gunnarsdatter Hole Gjengedal, Jonas Sigurd Risberg Leversen, Silje Endresen Reme, Odin Hjemdal
Summary: The study identified three subgroups with distinctly different sick leave trajectories, one group with consistently low sick leave throughout the treatment, and the other two groups showing similar low sick leave before treatment but increased sick leave at the start of treatment. Female gender and higher age were associated with higher sick leave at the beginning of treatment, while residual depressive symptoms at the end of treatment predicted continued sick leave. The findings suggest the possibility of improving patient outcomes in the future by tailoring treatment based on patient characteristics.
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Psychiatry
Luis Roxo, Julian Perelman
Summary: This study assessed the factors associated with perception of need and affordability concerns regarding mental health services among individuals with depressive symptoms in Portugal. It found that unrecognized need and affordability concerns were common among depressed individuals, but were unevenly distributed across social groups. Gender, age, education, and symptom severity were identified as important factors influencing these perceptions.
PSYCHIATRY RESEARCH
(2022)
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Sociology
Bastian A. Betthauser, Nhat An Trinh, Anette Eva Fasang
Summary: This study uses data from the German Microcensus to investigate the prevalence and concentration of temporary employment and non-standard work schedules in households with children in Germany. The findings show that around half of all German households with children in lower-secondary school have at least one parent engaged in temporary employment or working evenings or Saturdays. The study also finds that children whose mothers work evenings or Saturdays are less likely to transition to the academic school track, while there is no significant association between fathers' non-standard work schedules and children's school track placement.
EUROPEAN SOCIOLOGICAL REVIEW
(2023)
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Geriatrics & Gerontology
Ximena Moreno, Jean Gajardo, Maria Jose Monsalves
Summary: This study aims to explore gender differences in factors associated with positive screens for depression and self-reported diagnosis among older adults in Chile. The study found that depressive disorders are underdiagnosed in a high proportion of older adults in Chile, and gender is a relevant factor in the underdiagnosis.
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Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Juyeong Kim, Eun-Cheol Park
Summary: This study aimed to assess the specific associations between stroke and all-cause and cause-specific mortality among Korean adults. The results showed that stroke was associated with a higher risk of all-cause, natural cause, and suicide mortality.
JOURNAL OF PUBLIC HEALTH
(2023)
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Medicine, General & Internal
Youngdae Cho, Suk-Yong Jang, Eun-Cheol Park, Jean Kyung Bak
Summary: It is unknown whether older adults are more likely to commit suicide than other age groups after adjusting for other causes. This study aims to understand why elderly individuals are more prone to develop suicidal thoughts compared to individuals in other age groups. By analyzing data from the Korean Welfare Panel Study, it was found that the incidence rates of suicidal ideation were highest among middle-aged individuals, followed by young individuals and then elderly individuals. However, after adjusting for various stressor variables, it was discovered that the elderly actually had a lower likelihood of developing first-onset suicidal ideation compared to younger age groups. The study suggests that the difference in wealth, rather than income, may explain why older adults have higher suicide rates.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL MEDICINE
(2023)
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Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Gahyeon Kim, Hyeokjoo Jang, Sebin Kwon, Bumyeol Lee, Suk-Yong Jang, Wonjeong Chae, Sung-In Jang
Summary: Engagement in social activity is associated with better awareness of warning symptoms of stroke and MI. Regular participation in at least one social activity, especially friendship or volunteer activity, can improve the level of awareness of warning symptoms. The more diverse types of social activities, the higher the level of awareness. Positive associations between social activity and awareness are observed among participants older than 60 years, rural residents, or with low socioeconomic status.
FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
(2023)
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Neurosciences
Soo Y. Y. Kim, Sung H. H. Jeong, Eun-Cheol Park
Summary: This study examines the association between early age onset of alcohol consumption and alcohol misuse in adulthood. The results show that starting alcohol consumption at a younger age increases the likelihood of alcohol misuse later in life. Males have a stronger association between early onset alcohol consumption and alcohol misuse.
NEUROPSYCHOPHARMACOLOGY REPORTS
(2023)
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Psychology, Clinical
Yerin Cho, Heewon In, Minseo Park, Eun-Cheol Park, Seung Hoon Kim
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the relationship between smartphone overuse by adolescents and their circadian rhythm, using social jetlag as a measure. The results showed that abnormal social jetlag was more prevalent in adolescents who used smartphones for more than 6 hours per day, with the association being stronger in females. Additionally, the COVID-19 pandemic further strengthened the relationship between smartphone usage and social jetlag. Further research is needed to promote healthy sleep habits in adolescents after the pandemic.
ADDICTIVE BEHAVIORS
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Wonjeong Chae, Hee Seung Lee, Jung Hyun Jo, Moon Jae Chung, Seungmin Bang, Seung Woo Park, Si Young Song, Sung-In Jang, Jeong Youp Park
Summary: Gallbladder stones (GS) are associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular disease, but the relationship between cholecystectomy for GS and acute coronary syndrome (ACS) is unclear. In this study, the ACS risk in patients with GS and its association with cholecystectomy were investigated. The risk of ACS was higher in the GS group compared to the control group, and individuals without cholecystectomy in the GS group had a higher risk of ACS development. Cholecystectomy was associated with increased ACS risk in the gallstone group, especially in patients without metabolic disorders.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2023)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Choa Yun, Minah Park, Jae Hong Joo, Soo Hyun Kang, Sung Hoon Jeong, Chung-Mo Nam, Eun-Cheol Park, Sung-In Jang
Summary: Complications associated with hypertension can be reduced through the provision of necessary medical services, but their provision may vary depending on regional disparities. This study aimed to investigate the impact of regional healthcare disparities on complications in South Korean patients with hypertension. Data from the National Health Insurance Service National Sample Cohort (2004-2019) were analyzed to identify medically vulnerable regions using the position value for the relative composite index. The risk of hypertension complications, including cardiovascular, cerebrovascular, and kidney diseases, was assessed using Cox proportional hazards models. The results showed that patients living in medically vulnerable regions who were diagnosed outside their residential areas had a higher risk of complications compared to those living in non-vulnerable regions and diagnosed outside their residential areas (hazard ratio: 1.156, 95% confidence interval: 1.119-1.195). Therefore, necessary policies should be implemented to reduce regional healthcare disparities.
FRONTIERS IN MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Yun Seo Jang, Hye Jin Joo, Yu Shin Park, Eun-Cheol Park, Sung-In Jang
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the association between smoking history and nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). Data analysis from the Korea National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey 2019-2020 showed that male smokers had a higher prevalence of NAFLD compared to nonsmokers. Ex-smokers who ceased smoking for less than 10 years were significantly associated with NAFLD, and the risk of NAFLD increased with the amount of smoking (pack-years). These findings suggest that smoking cessation may be beneficial for the management of NAFLD.
FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
(2023)
Article
Oncology
Yun Hwa Jung, Il Yun, Eun-Cheol Park, Sung-In Jang
Summary: This study aimed to understand new-onset dyslipidemia in medically underserved areas among cancer survivors > 19 years using data from the Korean National Health Insurance Service. Cancer survivors for five years or more from MUA had a higher risk of dyslipidemia onset, with factors such as gender, age, income, disability, complications, and survival years playing a role.
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Health Care Sciences & Services
Yu shin Park, Hyunkyu Kim, Il Yun, Eun-Cheol Park, Suk-Yong Jang
Summary: This study aimed to examine the association between the type of caregiver and catastrophic health expenditure among households utilizing inpatient medical services. The findings showed that households using formal caregivers had a higher risk of catastrophic health expenditure, while households using comprehensive nursing services had a lower likelihood of catastrophic health expenditure.
BMC HEALTH SERVICES RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Hyunkyu Kim, Yu Shin Park, Seung Hoon Kim, Kyungduk Hurh, Jinhyun Kim, Eun-Cheol Park, Sung-In Jang
Summary: This study investigated the association between stress-related disorders and the risk of dementia in a Korean population. The results showed that individuals with stress-related disorders, particularly those with post-traumatic stress disorder, had a higher risk of developing dementia. Patients with stress-related disorders also showed the highest risk for Alzheimer's dementia.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2023)
Article
Geriatrics & Gerontology
Il Yun, Yu Shin Park, Eun-Cheol Park, Hee-Won Jung, Jaeyong Shin
Summary: This study aimed to demonstrate the associations between social interactions within social distancing norms during the COVID-19 pandemic and cognitive function among South Korean older adults. The results showed that all participants were more likely to experience cognitive impairment during the pandemic compared to before. Cognitive impairment increased linearly with decreased face-to-face contact with non-cohabiting children. Females who had not visited senior welfare centers in the past year had a greater risk of possible cognitive impairment.
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Medicine, General & Internal
Il Yun, Eun-Cheol Park, Jin Young Nam
Summary: This study found that nighttime deliveries are associated with a higher risk of severe maternal morbidity (SMM), especially at hospitals located in small cities and those with 100-499 beds.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Oncology
Jae-Hong Joo, Hyun-Soo Zhang, Jiyeon Chun, Eun-Cheol Park, Sohee Park
Summary: During the 5-year follow-up, individuals with both diabetes and gastric cancer who received metformin treatment had a significantly lower risk of all-cause death compared to those who did not receive treatment. The use of metformin was associated with a decreased risk of mortality among this population.