Life Style Risk Factors and Cardiovascular Disease: Exploring the Knowledge of Cardiovascular Disease among University Teachers in Saudi Arabia

Tomar, Rakesh; Ameer, Abdul Hameed Al; Antony, Varghese C.

doi:10.17485/ijst/2015/v8i33/81482

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“…It is fascinating those participants in this study, 89.1% student population, were not smoking. The percentage of non-smokers was similar to an earlier study conducted on university males in Saudi Arabia [65]. The results of the study revealed that a strong association between smoking and body image.…”

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Association of body image with physical activity, sleep, meal and smoking in obese male

Tomar

Antony

2021

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Background and Study Aim. Body image is a multidimensional construct that involves mental representations of the body, feelings, cognitions, and behaviors. The objective was to compare body image among different categories of obesity, investigate the relationship between obesity and body image, and examine the association of physical activity, meal habits, sleep, and smoking with body image. Material and Methods. Fifty-five undergraduate students Mean age 19.7±0.90 were divide into three obese categories: Obese Class I (30 < 35 kg/m2), Obese Class II (35 < 40 kg/m2) and Obese Class III (≥40.00 kg/m2). Body Image measured through (MBSRQ-AS). Results. ANOVA revealed no significant difference among BMI categories on body image global score F (2,52) = 0.074, p = 0.928. Pearson product-moment correlation could not establish significant relationship between body image and BMI (r= -0.00, n=55, p= 0.998). We found a strong association of smoking with body image X(1) = 6.909, p=0.009. However, the statistical analysis of data could not establish any significant association of PA X(1) = 0.044, p=0.978; sleep X(1) = 2.403, p=0.121; and number of meals X(1) = 0.654, p=0.721; with body image among obese individuals. Conclusions. The university students exhibited low body image. Higher scores on Self-Classified Weight describe how individuals perceive their weight and how they believe others perceive it. The low scores on Appearance Evaluation determine unhappiness with their physical appearance. Interestingly, most students are getting sufficient sleep, and a high percentage of the students’ population is not smoking. The university needs to encourage physical activity and healthy eating behavior.

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Association of body image with physical activity, sleep, meal and smoking in obese male

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Antony

2021

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“…This is higher than what was obtained in India (60.26 ± 17.20) (Yeluri et al, 2021), and lower than a study conducted in Indonesia (Suarningsih & Suindrayasa, 2020). In comparison with another study conducted among university teachers in Saudi Arabia, the mean knowledge scores were higher ranges from 72.97% to 74.31% (Tomar et al, 2015). This is could be related to a higher level of education among university teachers more than the laypeople.…”

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Assessment of Cardiovascular Diseases Knowledge and Risk Factors Among Adult Population in the South Region of Saudi Arabia

Bdair

2021

Clin Nurs Res

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Cardiovascular diseases are the main cause of mortality and disability worldwide. This study aimed to assess knowledge of cardiovascular disease and risk factors among the adult population in the south region of Saudi Arabia. A web-based cross-sectional survey of 1,049 participants was completed during August 2021. Data were collected by using 25-item heart disease fact questionnaire. The study population included 526 men (50.1%) and 523 women (49.9%) with a mean age of 36 ± 12 years. The average total knowledge score was 65.7 ± 20.80. The items with the highest knowledge were smoking, overweight, aging, high cholesterol, hypertension, diabetes, and family history. Findings revealed that knowledge regarding cardiovascular diseases is inadequate with a high prevalence of risk factors among the Saudi Arabian population. Healthcare professionals and organizations have a crucial role in raising public awareness regarding health promotion, regular screening, and lifestyles modifications. Interventional studies are needed to investigate the actual magnitude of CVDs and counteract them.

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“…To Cite: identification of these diseases may be missed or misdiagnosed with other diseases due to the complexity and misunderstanding of eating disorders. This can lead to physical, mental, psychosocial and socioeconomic disturbance (Eapen et al, 2006;Brewerton, 2015;Alfhaid et al, 2021;Tomar & Antony, 2021). The early diagnosis of these illnesses can relieve a huge burden on the healthcare system and improve the quality of life of patients.…”

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The prevalence of eating disorders in Makkah, Saudi Arabia

Hariri¹,

Altalhi²,

Ujaimi³

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Background: Eating disorders are prevalent health conditions that affect any age, in particular adolescents. While perceived social pressure to be thin has a significant influence on disordered eating in early and middle adolescence, that in late adolescence is less well understood. Evidence suggests that the prevalence of eating problems has grown. Methods: A descriptive crosssectional study was carried out to examine the prevalence of eating disorders using the EAT-26 and body dysmorphic disorder questionnaires among the general population in Makkah, Saudi Arabia. Results: Of the 426 participants, the prevalence of high levels of eating disorder concerns was 34.5%, problematic eating behaviour was 44.6% and the need for referral to a mental health professional was 55.9%. Body dysmorphic disorder affected 2.6% of the participants. Its prevalence differed significantly based on their age and among underweight and obese participants compared with their healthyweighted and overweight groups. Conclusion: The findings underline the need to enhance knowledge of the significance of healthy eating habits and regular physical activity to improve body shape, shape perception and overall happiness.

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Life Style Risk Factors and Cardiovascular Disease: Exploring the Knowledge of Cardiovascular Disease among University Teachers in Saudi Arabia

Cited by 4 publications

References 10 publications

Association of body image with physical activity, sleep, meal and smoking in obese male

Association of body image with physical activity, sleep, meal and smoking in obese male

Assessment of Cardiovascular Diseases Knowledge and Risk Factors Among Adult Population in the South Region of Saudi Arabia

The prevalence of eating disorders in Makkah, Saudi Arabia

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