scholarly journals Socio-economic Status and Attention Ability as Predictors of Early Geometry Skills of 60-72-Month-Old Children

2021 ◽  
Vol 3 (3) ◽  
pp. 603-617
Author(s):  
Ozgun Uyanık Aktulun ◽  
Merve Keser

The aims of this study are investigating the attention ability and geometry skills of 60-72-month-old children according to the socio-economic status and determining whether the attention ability significantly predicts the geometry skill when the socio-economic status is controlled. The accessible population of the research in the relational screening model consisted of 60-72-month-old children studying in Afyonkarahisar kindergartens and nursery classes in the 2018-2019 academic year. The sample of the study was randomly selected 310 children among 60-72-month-old children attending high, medium and low socio-economic status schools, volunteering to participate in the study. The "General Information Form" was used to collect data on children and their families in the study while the " Attention Gathering Skills Test for Five-year Old Children FTF-K" developed by Raatz and Möhling in 1971 and adapted by Gözüm (2017) to determine the attention status of children, and the "Early Geometry Skill Test” developed by Sezer (2015) to measure children's geometry skills were used. Chi-Square, One-Way ANOVA and Hierarchical Regression tests were used to analyze the data obtained from the research. In the light of the findings, it was found out that children's attention skills and early geometry skills differed according to socio-economic status and when the socio-economic status was controlled, attention ability was a positive and significant predictor of early geometry skills of 60-72-month-old children.

2016 ◽  
Vol 19 (18) ◽  
pp. 3386-3396 ◽  
Author(s):  
David M Kern ◽  
Amy H Auchincloss ◽  
Lance S Ballester ◽  
Lucy F Robinson

AbstractObjectiveSoda consumption is high in the USA, especially among minorities and individuals of lower socio-economic status (SES); this may be due to its affordable price in relation to healthier alternatives. The objective of the present study was to examine geospatial variation in price of milk and soda, and the price of milk relative to soda, by neighbourhood SES and proportion of Hispanic and black individuals.DesignRetailer soda and milk prices (n 2987; Information Resources, Inc. Academic Data Set 2004–2011) were linked to census block group sociodemographic characteristics (American Community Survey 2005–2009). Linear hierarchical regression models were used to adjust for confounders.SettingLarge chain supermarkets and superstores (n 1743) in forty-one states and 1694 block groups (USA).ResultsFor equivalent fluid ounces, price of soda on average was 62 % lower than milk ($US 0·23 v. $US 0·63 per serving) and there was high dispersion in milk price across geographic areas. After adjustment for confounding, neighbourhoods with a higher concentration of black and Hispanic individuals tended to have lower soda prices and higher milk prices (−$US 0·001 and +$US 0·007 in price per serving, respectively, for a one quintile increase in black/Hispanic population), while soda and milk both became less expensive as SES decreased (–$US 0·002 and −$US 0·015 in serving price per one sd decrease in SES index, respectively).ConclusionsNeighbourhoods with a higher concentration of blacks and Hispanics may be at greater risk of higher soda consumption due to more affordable prices, in absolute terms and relative to the price of milk.


2018 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 30
Author(s):  
Setianingsih Setianingsih ◽  
Rachmawati Novi ◽  
Juniarsih Juniarsih

Socioeconomic status of person has an important role to child development. Social economy can affect physical health, mental wellbeing and cognitive development. One of the growing disorders of attention disorder and hyperactivity disorder was characterized by hyperactive, impulsive and lack of attention. The purpose of this study to determine the relationship of socioeconomic status of parents at risk of attention deficit and hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) to preschoolers in Klaten District. This study uses categorical comparative design with cross sectional approach. Respondents of this study were 84, that divided into two places, there were ABA TK Lor Sabrang Trucuk and TKIT Mutiara Hati so that every kindergarten 42 respondents obtained by purposive sampling. Data was collection by filling the instrument. Bivariate  analysis using test Chi Square. The results showed the average age of respondents were 5.25 years. The sex of the respondents is mostly male as many as 47 children or 56.0%. Test results Chi square show there is a relationship of socio-economic status of parents with ADHD (p = 0.036) and there is a different between low socioeconomic status and high that lower socioeconomic status is a risk of ADHD (25,6%) compared with high socioeconomic status (6,7%). There is a negative relationship between socioeconomic status and the risk of attention deficit and hyperactivity disorder in pre-school age children. 


2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Alina Cosma ◽  
András Költő ◽  
Petr Badura ◽  
Petr Winkler ◽  
Michal Kalman

Abstract Background: Recent literature points to a decline over time in adolescent mental well-being but results are inconsistent and rely mainly on data from Western societies. This study investigates time trends in adolescent mental well-being (psychological and somatic complaints, life satisfaction) among Czech adolescents and explores whether these time trends are moderated by gender, age and socio-economic status. Methods: Nationally representative data from 29,378 Czech adolescents (50.8% girls, M age = 13.43; SD age = 1.65) across five Health Behaviour in School-aged Children (HBSC) surveys (2002, 2006, 2010, 2014, and 2018) were included in the analyses. Hierarchical regression models estimated national trends in adolescent mental well-being. We also tested whether these trends vary between girls and boys, adolescents of different age and from different socio-economic backgrounds. Results: Across the quadrennial surveys from 2002 to 2018, an increase in the psychological complaints was observed. Life satisfaction decreased over time up to 2014 only, whereas somatic symptoms increased until 2010, followed by a decline in 2014 and 2018. Girls, older adolescents and those from low family affluence reported poorer mental well-being outcomes. Gender gap increased over time for psychological complaints and life satisfaction. Socio-economic inequalities gap in adolescent mental well-being remained stable over the investigated timeframe. Conclusions: Our findings do not provide evidence for substantial temporal changes in mental well-being among adolescents in Czechia. Yet, only the increase in psychological complaints has been consistent which is an indicator of a decline over time in adolescent mental well-being. Furthermore, the gender gap in reporting psychological complaints and life satisfaction increased over time, whereas the age and socio-economic differences remained relatively stable. This calls for the attention of public health professionals and policy makers from Czechia. Keywords: Adolescence; mental health; mental well-being; well-being; gender; trends; age; socio-economic status; HBSC


TAMAN VOKASI ◽  
2017 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
pp. 46
Author(s):  
Rizal Ardianto ◽  
Slamet Priyanto

The aims of this study is to find out; (1) the correlation between the type of job information, socio-economic status of parents and the practice facilities with a working interest (X1); (2) the correlation between the type of job information with the working interest (X2); (3) the correlation between socio-economic status of parents with working interests (X3); and (4) the correlation between practice facilities with a working interest of students of class XII Automotive Engineering Program SMK Negeri 2 Bima 2015/2016 academic year (Y).The research was conducted at SMK Negeri 2 Bima. The research was conducted in the first semester of the 2015/2016 academic year. The population in this study are 127 students taken from all of the students of class XII Automotive Engineering Expertise program. This study used applied try out technique. This research is a Ex Post Facto research. Data collection technique used a questionnaire method. Data analysis techniques used trials using multiple correlation analysis and partial correlation analysis.Based on the data analysis obtained the following results: (1) the results of the analysis of multiple correlation obtained coefficient rhitung 0433 and Fhitung 5629> Ftable 3:32 so it can be concluded that simultaneous correlation exists a positive and significant correlation between information type of work (X1) socioeconomic status (X2) and the practice facilities (X3) with working interests (Y); (2) the results of partial correlation analysis obtained rhitung 0312> rtabel 0176 so it can be concluded that there is a positive and significant correlation between the information type of work with work interests; (3) the results of partial correlation analysis obtained rhitung 0305> rtabel 0176 so it can be concluded that there is a positive and significant correlation between socio-economic status of parents with working interests; and (4) the results of partial correlation analysis obtained rhitung 0.244> 0.176 rtabel so it can be concluded that there is a positive and significant correlation between the practice facilities with a working interest of students of class XII Automotive Engineering Program SMK Negeri 2 Bima the academic year 2015/2016


Author(s):  
T. J. M. S. Raju

<div><p><em>The present study aimed at the relationship between the socio-Economic Status and Academic Achievement among secondary school students of Prakasam District of Andhra Pradesh, India. A number of investigations conducted so far in the field of Socio Economic Status (SES) indicated a significant relation between achievement and SES.  After independence the SES of secondary school students in both urban and rural areas have registered a remarkable change.  On account of phenomenal advancement in science and technology the conditions of the people have changed a lot.</em></p><p><em>The data were collected from 200 secondary school students by using the tools socio-economic status tool measures the dimensions of educational, economic, social, cultural and occupational determinants.  The academic achievement tool consists of the test items of mathematics, general science and social studies.  Later the data were analyzed with the statistical procedures like mean, standard deviations, critical ratios, Chi-square test and r-values.  The results were discussed according to the significant values.  Based on the results certain conclusions were drawn. Over all observation of the study some educational implications were given.</em></p></div>


2017 ◽  
Vol 9 (12) ◽  
pp. 176
Author(s):  
Kolade Ajilore ◽  
Helen Ambassador-Brikins ◽  
Kevin Onyenankeya

Resistance to six-months exclusive breastfeeding remains pervasive among mothers in spite of the numerous health and economic benefits of breastfeeding. Experts attribute the nonchalance towards exclusive breastfeeding to several factors, including myths and traditional beliefs as well as fear that breastfeeding weakens the breast fibre and consequently, quickens the sagging of the breast and the woman’s sexual appeal. In Nigeria, government and non-governmental agencies continue to promote exclusive breastfeeding for the first six months of life. The purpose of this paper was to investigate the influence of socio-economic variables on the awareness, knowledge and adoption of the six months exclusive breastfeeding campaign in two Nigerian states.A mixed methods design was employed. First, a series of in-depth interviews was conducted with six health care workers in Lagos and Ogun States. Thereafter, 1500 copies of a questionnaire containing16 items were administered to a purposively drawn sample of lactating mothers whose babies fell within the age range of 0 and 12 months.The results showed a high awareness level of the six-months exclusive breastfeeding campaign. Chi Square test suggests that the socio economic status of women does not significantly influence their awareness of the six months exclusive breastfeeding (p>0.060). Similarly, respondents’ educational levels showed no significant influence on their knowledge of six months exclusive breastfeeding (p > 0.070).Contrary to the thesis of the knowledge gap communication theory, awareness does not depend on socio economic status. In all, demographics of women in Lagos and Ogun states do not influence their awareness, knowledge and adoption of six months exclusive breastfeeding.


2017 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
pp. 85 ◽  
Author(s):  
Saflin Agustina ◽  
Chatarina Umbul Wahjuni

Tuberculosis is an infectious disease directly caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis. Family involvement for its prevention need to be taken into account includes knowledge, attitudes and practice.  The purpose of this study was to analyze the differences of the prevention behavior of the disease in household contact families in the working area of Puskesmas Rangkah, Pacar Keling and Gading at Surabaya 2015.  This research was case control study uses a sample of 25 cases and 25 control samples. Collecting data using questionnaires to obtain information about the variables: the prevention of the disease transmission, socio-economic status, gender, knowledge and attitudes.  The results showed that the majority of respondents have a socio-economic status in the low category (72 %), female (58 %), have a good knowledge (78 %), a good attitude (72 %), and good transmission prevention of pulmonary TB (56 %). Chi square test showed that there is a gender difference (p = 0.010). Wilxocon Mann Whitney test shows that no differences in socioeconomic status (p = 0.533), attitude ( p = 0.212 ) and there are differences in knowledge (p = 0.018) and action (p = 0.000) prevention of transmission of the disease in the household contacts. It can be concluded that there is a difference in behavior includes knowledge and preventive measures of pulmonary TB transmission in the household contacts. Suggest the need for cooperation and intervention from a health personnel to family and patient as well as the strong motivation of the people against infection-prevention measures of pulmonary TB.  Keywords: family, knowledge, attitude, precaution of Pulmonary Tuberculosis infection


2017 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
pp. 85
Author(s):  
Saflin Agustina ◽  
Chatarina Umbul Wahjuni

Tuberculosis is an infectious disease directly caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis. Family involvement for its prevention need to be taken into account includes knowledge, attitudes and practice.  The purpose of this study was to analyze the differences of the prevention behavior of the disease in household contact families in the working area of Puskesmas Rangkah, Pacar Keling and Gading at Surabaya 2015.  This research was case control study uses a sample of 25 cases and 25 control samples. Collecting data using questionnaires to obtain information about the variables: the prevention of the disease transmission, socio-economic status, gender, knowledge and attitudes.  The results showed that the majority of respondents have a socio-economic status in the low category (72 %), female (58 %), have a good knowledge (78 %), a good attitude (72 %), and good transmission prevention of pulmonary TB (56 %). Chi square test showed that there is a gender difference (p = 0.010). Wilxocon Mann Whitney test shows that no differences in socioeconomic status (p = 0.533), attitude ( p = 0.212 ) and there are differences in knowledge (p = 0.018) and action (p = 0.000) prevention of transmission of the disease in the household contacts. It can be concluded that there is a difference in behavior includes knowledge and preventive measures of pulmonary TB transmission in the household contacts. Suggest the need for cooperation and intervention from a health personnel to family and patient as well as the strong motivation of the people against infection-prevention measures of pulmonary TB.  Keywords: family, knowledge, attitude, precaution of Pulmonary Tuberculosis infection


Author(s):  
Jayant V. Upadhye ◽  
Jayshree J. Upadhye

Background: The world’s adolescent population is facing a series of serious nutritional challenges which are not only affecting their growth and development but also their livelihood as adults. Yet, adolescents remain a largely neglected, difficult to measure and hard to reach population, in which the needs of adolescent girls in particular, are often ignored. Anemia in adolescent girls contributes to maternal and foetal mortality and morbidity in future. The objective of the study was to estimate the frequency of anemia among adolescent girls, to study the socio-demographic factors associated with anemia and to evaluate the cause and type of anaemia.Methods: A cross-sectional survey was conducted in an urban area in a school. A total of 300 girls (12-18 years) were included in this study. Statistical analysis was done using percentage, standard error of proportion, Chi-square test and student’s t-test.Results: The prevalence of anemia was found to be 90%. A significant association of anemia was found with socio-economic status and literacy status of parents. Mean height and weight of subjects with anemia was significantly less than subjects without anemia. A high prevalence of anemia among adolescent females was found, among those whose parents were less educated.Conclusions: The overall prevalence of anemia among adolescent females was found to be 90%. There is significant association of anemia with socio-economic status and parents' educational status. There is need to increase awareness of anemia in adolescent girls and parents.


2017 ◽  
Vol 5 (2) ◽  
pp. 148 ◽  
Author(s):  
Fuad Lutf Al-Motareb ◽  
Mohammed A Al-Labani ◽  
Nabil M Al-Zubair ◽  
Esam Dhaifullah

Objective: Impacted maxillary and mandibular canine is a frequently encountered clinical problem. The objective of the present study was to determine the prevalence of impacted canine in patients visiting an Orthodontic Clinic in Sana'a city, Yemen.Materials and methods: Patients were examined in order to detect the impacted canines by radiographs. This study comprises data from randomly selected 5287 patients. Panoramic radiographs of 5287 were selected irrespective of sex, caste, nutritional and socio-economic status Angulation and depth of impacted canine were also assessed.Results: Out of 5287 surveyed subjects, 188 patients (3.55%) were determined to have canine impactions of whom 123 female and 65 male (Chi‑square = 18.667, df = 1, P = 0.00001). Of those determined with canine impaction, 168 presents with impacted maxillary canines, 8 presents with the impacted mandibular canine and 12 present with impacted canine in both maxillary and mandibular arch. The difference was statistically significant (Chi‑square = 157.362, df = 1, P = 0.0000). 138 subjects present with unilateral impaction, while the rest of the sample (50 subjects) present with bilateral impaction. Mesioangular impaction was found in 137subjects (68.5 %) and only 3 subjects (1.5 %) demonstrated distoangular impaction.Conclusion: Based on the study results, the canine impaction was reported in (3.55%) of Yemeni population included in the survey. Most of the canine impaction occurs in maxillary arch being more prevalent in female and unilateral in mesioangular direction.


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