Behavioural and emotional problems among school children in Pakistan: A telephonic survey for prevalence and risk factors

2019 ◽  
Vol 55 (12) ◽  
pp. 1414-1423 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tamkeen A Malik ◽  
Salma Siddiqui ◽  
Ayeshah Mahmood
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
School Children ◽  
Emotional Problems ◽  
Behavioural And Emotional Problems

scholarly journals Trauma exposure in pre-school children in a war zone

2006 ◽  
Vol 188 (2) ◽  
pp. 154-158 ◽  
Author(s):  
Abel Aziz Mousa Thabet ◽  
Khalid Karim ◽  
Panos Vostanis
Keyword(s):  
School Children ◽  
Gaza Strip ◽  
Traumatic Events ◽  
Emotional Problems ◽  
Well Being ◽  
War Trauma ◽  
Direct Exposure ◽  
Wide Range ◽  
The Gaza Strip ◽  
Behavioural And Emotional Problems

BackgroundThere has been little reported research into the effect of war on the behaviour and emotional well-being of pre-school children.AimsTo investigate the relationship between exposure to war trauma and behavioural and emotional problems among pre-school children.MethodAtotal of 309 children aged 3–6 years were selected from kindergartens in the Gaza Strip, and were assessed by parental reports in regard to their exposure to war trauma, using the Gaza Traumatic Checklist, and their behavioural and emotional problems, using the Behaviour Checklist (BCL) and the Strengths and Difficulties Questionnaire (SDQ).ResultsPre-school children were exposed to a wide range of traumatic events. The total number of traumatic events independently predicted total BCL and SDQ scores. Exposure to day raids and shelling of the children's houses by tanks were significantly associated with total behavioural and emotional problems scores.ConclusionsDirect and non-direct exposure to war trauma increases the risk of behavioural and emotional problems among pre-school children, which may present as non-specific psychopathology.

scholarly journals Burden, risk factors, and comorbidities of behavioural and emotional problems in Kenyan children: a population-based study

2017 ◽  
Vol 4 (2) ◽  
pp. 136-145 ◽  
Author(s):  
Symon M Kariuki ◽  
Amina Abubakar ◽  
Martha Kombe ◽  
Michael Kazungu ◽  
Rachael Odhiambo ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Emotional Problems ◽  
Population Based ◽  
Population Based Study ◽  
Behavioural And Emotional Problems

Adverse life events as risk factors for behavioural and emotional problems in a 7-year follow-up of a population-based child cohort

2013 ◽  
Vol 68 (3) ◽  
pp. 189-195 ◽  
Author(s):  
Cathrine Skovmand Rasmussen ◽  
Louise Gramstrup Nielsen ◽  
Dorthe Janne Petersen ◽  
Erik Christiansen ◽  
Niels Bilenberg
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Life Events ◽  
Emotional Problems ◽  
Population Based ◽  
Adverse Life Events ◽  
Behavioural And Emotional Problems

Relationships of Birthweight and Postnatal Growth with Metabolic Risk Factors in Junior School Children in Korea

2011 ◽  
Vol 7 (3) ◽  
pp. 153-159
Author(s):  
Kyoung Ae Kong ◽  
Hye Ah Lee ◽  
Bo Hyun Park ◽  
Jeong Wan Seo ◽  
Jee Young Oh ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
School Children ◽  
Postnatal Growth ◽  
Metabolic Risk Factors ◽  
Metabolic Risk

scholarly journals Prevalence and factors associated with intestinal schistosomiasis and human fascioliasis among school children in Amhara Regional State, Ethiopia

2021 ◽  
Vol 49 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Teshome Bekana ◽  
Nega Berhe ◽  
Tadesse Eguale ◽  
Mulugeta Aemero ◽  
Girmay Medhin ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
School Children ◽  
Neglected Tropical Diseases ◽  
Significant Risk ◽  
Parasitic Infections ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Targeted Interventions ◽  
Intestinal Schistosomiasis ◽  
Regional State ◽  
Human Fascioliasis

Abstract Background Schistosomiasis and fascioliasis are digenean parasitic infections and are among the neglected tropical diseases that have both medical and veterinary importance. They are found mainly in areas having limited access to safe water supply and improved sanitation. Methods A cross-sectional study was conducted to determine the prevalence of Schistosoma mansoni and Fasciola species infections and to identify associated risk factors among school children in Amhara Regional State, Ethiopia. Stool specimens were collected from 798 children (419 males, 379 females) and processed using Kato-Katz and formol-ether concentration techniques. A semi-structured questionnaire was used to collect socio-demographic and other exposure information to explore potential risk factors for the infections. Results The overall prevalence of S. mansoni and Fasciola species infections was 25.6% (95% confidence interval (CI): 22.5-28.6) and 5.5% (95% CI: 3.9-7.1), respectively. S. mansoni was present in all surveyed schools with the prevalence ranging from 12.8% (16/125; 95% CI = 5.6-20.0) to 39.7% (64/161; 95% CI = 32.2-47.2) while Fasciola species was identified in five schools with the prevalence ranging from 2.5% (4/160; 95% CI = 0.001–4.9) to 9.8% (13/133; 95% CI = 4.7–14.8). The prevalence of S. mansoni infection was significantly associated with swimming in rivers (Adjusted odds ratio (AOR): 1.79, 95% CI, 1.22–2.62; P=0.003), bathing in open freshwater bodies (AOR, 2.02; 95% CI, 1.39–2.94; P<0.001) and engaging in irrigation activities (AOR, 1.69; 95% CI, 1.19-2.39; P=0.004), and was higher in children attending Addis Mender (AOR, 2.56; 95% CI, 1.20–5.46; P=0.015 ) and Harbu schools (AOR, 3.53; 95% CI, 1.64–7.59; P=0.001). Fasciola species infection was significantly associated with consumption of raw vegetables (AOR, 2.47; 95% CI, 1.23-4.97; P=0.011) and drinking water from unimproved sources (AOR, 2.28; 95% CI, 1.11–4.70; P=0.026). Conclusion Both intestinal schistosomiasis and human fascioliasis are prevalent in the study area, affecting school children. Behaviors and access to unimproved water and sanitation are among significant risk factors. The findings are instrumental for targeted interventions.

Prevalence of obesity and its risk factors among school children in Karachi, Pakistan

2018 ◽  
Vol 48 (4) ◽  
pp. 266-269 ◽  
Author(s):  
Naveed Mansoori ◽  
Nighat Nisar ◽  
Naveen Shahid ◽  
Syed Muhammad Mubeen ◽  
Shahid Ahsan
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
School Children ◽  
Dietary Habits ◽  
Overweight And Obesity ◽  
Growth Chart ◽  
Sociodemographic Characteristics ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Factors Influencing ◽  
Private And Public ◽  
Prevalence Of Obesity

A cross-sectional questionnaire study was conducted during 2012 in private and public-sector schools of Karachi to determine the prevalence and factors influencing overweight and obesity among school children (aged 11–15 years). Sociodemographic characteristics and dietary habits were explored. The CDC Growth Chart was used to record height and weight. Of a total of 887 children, being overweight and frankly obese was found in 169 (19.1%) and 96 (10.8%), respectively. Of these, 176 (66.4%) were from private schools, and significant associations were found in 202 (76.2%) who were spending > 2 h/day watching television and 139 (52.5%) sleeping > 8 h/day.

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