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Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Hayrunnisa Aslan, Abdullah Mucahit Aslan, Meliha Tuzgol Dost
Summary: This study aimed to identify the life experiences of secondary school students during the Covid-19 pandemic. The findings showed that students' daily routines and perceptions have changed, and they have taken necessary precautions and used personal coping strategies to manage negative emotions caused by the pandemic. They had both positive and negative thoughts about distance education during this time and offered suggestions for education and protection from the virus.
CURRENT PSYCHOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Muhammet Ali Oruc, Onur Ozturk
Summary: This study evaluated the attitudes of healthcare professionals in Samsun, Turkey towards the COVID-19 vaccine. It found that positive and negative attitudes were almost equally distributed, and factors such as gender, age, institution, family status, smoking habits, having a deceased relative due to COVID-19, and profession influenced their attitudes. These opinions may impact public perception of vaccination efforts.
HUMAN VACCINES & IMMUNOTHERAPEUTICS
(2021)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Mahmut Kilic, Nursel Ustundag Ocal, Gullu Uslukilic
Summary: This study aimed to explore the relationship between attitudes towards the Covid-19 vaccine, life satisfaction, religious attitudes, and avoidance attitudes towards Covid-19. While no significant relationship was found between vaccine attitude and avoidance attitude/religious attitude, life satisfaction was found to be significant. Factors such as fear of Covid-19 contagion, gender, life satisfaction, perceived health status, age, and occupational status were found to influence the likelihood of having a positive attitude towards the vaccine.Participants showed varying levels of support and uncertainty towards the Covid-19 vaccine, indicating the need for accurate vaccine information in society.
HUMAN VACCINES & IMMUNOTHERAPEUTICS
(2021)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Imad Bou-Hamad, Reem Hoteit, Dunia Harajli
Summary: The study found that individuals with higher education levels have lower health concerns, men are more worried about health and less satisfied with life during the pandemic, most Lebanese are satisfied with their families but dissatisfied with their country, and young adults and individuals who live alone have higher social well-being concerns. Age and having children are significant predictors for good COVID-19 practices.
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Stephanie L. L. Mitchell, Emmie Strassberg, Courtney Rhoades, Asia Jones, Jenna C. P. Wagner, Jay Schulkin, Michael L. L. Power
Summary: This study investigated the opinions, experiences, and willingness to accept COVID-19 vaccination during pregnancy among pregnant women at two prenatal clinics in early 2021 and early 2022. The proportion of women willing to accept COVID-19 vaccination increased but remained below 50%. Willingness to accept vaccination during pregnancy was associated with higher education, higher concern about COVID-19, and a positive opinion of the influenza vaccine.
JOURNAL OF WOMENS HEALTH
(2023)
Review
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Gagan Deep Sharma, Aviral Kumar Tiwari, Mansi Jain, Anshita Yadav, Mrinalini Srivastava
Summary: The study examines the impact of COVID-19 on the global economy and environment, as well as the influence of environment on the transmission of the novel coronavirus. It provides insights into the transmission of the virus in different environments, offers methodological guidance for future researchers, and informs policymakers about the efficacy of environmental measures in controlling the spread of COVID-19.
RENEWABLE & SUSTAINABLE ENERGY REVIEWS
(2021)
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Catherine Chen, Zhihan Cui, Yixi Chen
Summary: Previous research has shown a negative correlation between the moral foundation of purity/sanctity and vaccination rates. This research explores the impact of purity concerns on COVID-19 vaccination hesitancy and tests an information intervention to increase vaccination intention among those with purity concerns. The findings suggest that addressing purity concerns can improve attitudes towards vaccination among conservatives.
Article
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Kiymet Yesilcicek Calik, Ebru Kucuk, Kerime Derya Beydag
Summary: The study found that pregnant women's delivery method preferences did not change during the COVID-19 pandemic, but the concerns of some women planning to have a cesarean section increased. Pregnant women's worries during the pandemic mainly revolved around uncertainties related to medication effects on their baby, contracting COVID-19 during pregnancy, and maintaining a healthy pregnancy until birth.
JOURNAL OF REPRODUCTIVE AND INFANT PSYCHOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Immunology
Mehmet Akif Sezerol, Selin Davun
Summary: This study aimed to understand the willingness of pregnant women to vaccinate against COVID-19 and factors associated with their hesitation and resistance. Lower income and lack of advice were found to be associated with higher vaccine hesitancy scores among pregnant women.
Review
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Seemab Naqvi, Sarah Saleem, Sk Masum Billah, Janet Moore, Musaku Mwenechanya, Waldemar A. A. Carlo, Fabian Esamai, Sherri Bucher, Richard J. J. Derman, Shivaprasad S. S. Goudar, Manjunath Somannavar, Archana Patel, Patricia L. L. Hibberd, Lester Figueroa, Nancy F. F. Krebs, William A. A. Petri, Adrien Lokangaka, Melissa Bauserman, Marion Koso-Thomas, Elizabeth M. M. McClure, Robert L. L. Goldenberg
Summary: With limited data available, the Global Network conducted four studies in LMICs to understand the impact of COVID-19 in pregnancy. The studies evaluated healthcare utilization, knowledge and practices of pregnant women, vaccine acceptance, and antibody status. The findings showed little reduction in healthcare utilization and no significant change in pregnancy outcomes. Knowledge about COVID-19 and vaccine safety was generally poor, and infection rates increased over time. However, most infected pregnant women did not experience worse pregnancy outcomes.
BJOG-AN INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF OBSTETRICS AND GYNAECOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Pediatrics
Gulnihan Ustundag, Eda Karadag-Oncel, Nursel Kara-Ulu, Meltem Polat, Enes Sali, Deniz Cakir, Aslihan Sahin, Aybuke Akaslan-Kara, Pelin Kacar, Aylin Dizi Isik, Pinar Canizci Erdemli, Sevgi Yasar Durmus, Ahmet Ozdemir, Binnaz Celik, Murat Sutcu, Manolya Kara, Tugba Kandemir-Gulmez, Aydin Celikyurt, Zuhal Umit, Hacer Akturk, Kamile Arikan, Ozge Kaba, Canan Caymaz, Cihangul Bayhan, Deniz Aygun, Dondu Nilay Penezoglu, Silem Ozdem Alatas, Halil Ozdemir, Ozden Turel, Mehtap Akca, Emel Celebi-Congur, Eda Kepenekli, Umit Celik, Ismail Zafer Ecevit, Nursen Belet, Nazan Dalgic, Nisel Yilmaz, Dilek Yilmaz, Necdet Kuyucu, Ergin Ciftci
Summary: This study investigated COVID-19 in infants aged 0-3 months and found that fever was the most common symptom. Some infants also had accompanying bacterial infections. Infants with underlying conditions were more prone to respiratory complications and had longer hospital stays.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF PEDIATRICS
(2023)
Article
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Sabrina Kolker, Anne Biringer, Jessica Bytautas, Haley Blumenfeld, Sahana Kukan, June C. Carroll
Summary: This study explored the lived experiences, psychological and behavioral responses of pregnant individuals during COVID-19. Participants faced challenges related to childbirth, increased worry and fear, and difficulty accessing care. They provided strategies for coping with pandemic stress and advised healthcare providers on providing mental health support, clear communication, and more postpartum and breastfeeding support.
BMC PREGNANCY AND CHILDBIRTH
(2021)
Article
Immunology
Amin Nakhostin-Ansari, Gregory D. Zimet, Mohammad Saeid Khonji, Faezeh Aghajani, Azin Teymourzadeh, Amir Ali Rastegar Kazerooni, Pendar Pirayandeh, Reyhaneh Aghajani, Sepideh Safari, Kamand Khalaj, Amir Hossein Memari
Summary: This study aimed to assess the attitudes and confidence of the Iranian people towards the COVID-19 vaccine, as well as their reasons for accepting or rejecting it. The results showed that the acceptance rate of the vaccine among Iranians is comparable to the international average, but there are still unfavorable factors such as lower intention to vaccinate among older adults and the spread of misinformation.
Editorial Material
Psychology, Biological
Patrick Opoku Asuming
Summary: The paper highlights the significant and disproportionate socioeconomic impacts of COVID-19 in low-income countries, providing valuable insights for informing appropriate policy responses.
NATURE HUMAN BEHAVIOUR
(2021)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Erdem Gonullu, Ahmet Soysal, Serkan Atici, Mesut Engin, Osman Yesilbas, Tuba Kasap, Atiye Fedakar, Emre Bilgic, Emine Betul Tavil, Ercan Tutak, Ismail Yildiz, Teoman Akcay, Sebahat Yilmaz Agladioglu, Turan Tunc, Ilkay Can, Metin Karabocuoglu, Nalan Karabayir
Summary: The study found that pediatricians have a high willingness to accept the COVID-19 vaccine for themselves, their families, and pediatric patients. It is crucial to share information about vaccine effectiveness and safety transparently to prevent vaccine hesitancy and anti-vaccine movements.
HUMAN VACCINES & IMMUNOTHERAPEUTICS
(2021)
Article
Psychiatry
Engin Karadag, Sule Betul Tosuntas, Evren Erzen, Pinar Duru, Nalan Bostan, Berrak Mizrak Sahin, Ilkay Culha, Burcu Babadag
JOURNAL OF BEHAVIORAL ADDICTIONS
(2015)
Article
Integrative & Complementary Medicine
Berrak Mizrak Sahin, Ilkay Culha, Elif Gursoy, Omer Tarik Yalcin
Summary: This study was a randomized, placebo-controlled study that aimed to investigate the effects of massage application with lavender oil on postoperative pain in patients after gynecologic surgery. The results showed that patients in the lavender massage group had significantly lower pain levels at the 30th minute after application compared to the control group. This affordable and easy-to-apply method could be safely performed by nurses and effectively support pain management in postoperative patients.
HOLISTIC NURSING PRACTICE
(2021)
Article
Nursing
Berrak Mizrak Sahin, Elif Gursoy
Summary: This study focused on the psychological and social issues faced by women struggling with infertility before and after pregnancy. Through qualitative descriptive design and content analysis methods, the study identified themes such as societal and psychological pressures, isolation from fertile peers, impact on marital relationships, perspectives of family members, and the experience of pregnancy. Implications suggest that supportive counseling from nurses could be crucial in the treatment of infertile women.
PERSPECTIVES IN PSYCHIATRIC CARE
(2021)
Article
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Nebahat Ozerdogan, Berrak Mizrak Sahin, Elif Gursoy, Fatma Zeren
Summary: This study aimed to determine the prevalence of sexual dysfunction in pregnant women and postpartum women, and found that sexual dysfunction is common in the last trimester of pregnancy and at 8 weeks after delivery, but substantially resolves at postpartum 6 months.
JOURNAL OF OBSTETRICS AND GYNAECOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Nursing
Merve Can, Berrak Mizrak Sahin
Summary: This study aims to explore in detail the breastfeeding experiences of mothers with visual impairment, as well as the factors that facilitate or hinder them from continuing breastfeeding. The results show that these mothers face negative emotions and various barriers during the breastfeeding process, with limited support and knowledge from healthcare professionals. Therefore, it is crucial for breastfeeding counselors and healthcare providers to receive training in order to provide appropriate information and support to mothers with visual impairment.
JOURNAL OF HUMAN LACTATION
(2023)
Article
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Havva Yesildere Saglam, Nebahat Ozerdogan, Berrak Mizrak Sahin, Elif Gursoy
Summary: The objective of this study was to develop a scale for evaluating workplace breastfeeding support. Through the analysis of survey data from 490 working women, the researchers successfully developed a valid and reliable measurement tool.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF OBSTETRICS & GYNECOLOGY AND REPRODUCTIVE BIOLOGY-X
(2023)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Berrak Mizrak Sahin, Nebahat Ozerdogan, Kazim Ozdamar, Elif Gursoy
HEALTH CARE FOR WOMEN INTERNATIONAL
(2019)
Article
Oncology
Nebahat Ozerdogan, Berrak Mizrak Sahin, Nedime Kosgeroglu, Ilkay Culha, Nese Celik, Fatma Deniz Sayiner, Ayfer Acikgoz, Ayse Ozkaraman, Didem Arslantas, Setenay Oner, Mine Boyaci, Sevgi Giray, Nesrin Demirtas, Sinan Ozalp
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF BREAST HEALTH
(2017)
Article
Substance Abuse
Engin Karadag, Sule Betul Tosuntas, Evren Erzen, Pinar Duru, Nalan Bostan, Berrak Mizrak Sahin, Ilkay Culha, Burcu Babadag
ADDICTA-THE TURKISH JOURNAL ON ADDICTIONS
(2016)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Berrak Mizrak, Ayse Ozge Deniz, Ayfer Acikgoz
PAKISTAN JOURNAL OF MEDICAL SCIENCES
(2015)
