Social support in low-income women with Fibromyalgia Syndrome from a sub-urban and peri-urban areas of Tenerife (Canary Islands, Spain): a mixed method study

Martín Pérez, Sebastian Eustaquio; Martín Pérez, Isidro Miguel; Álvarez Sánchez, Ania; Acosta Pérez, Paula; Rodríguez Alayón, Eliana

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Evaluation of Sleep Patterns and Chronotypes in Spanish Women With Fibromyalgia Syndrome: A Descriptive Cross-Sectional Study

Pérez,

Hernández,

Nuez

et al. 2024

J Sleep Med

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Objectives: This study aimed to investigate sleep patterns and chronotypes in Spanish women diagnosed with fibromyalgia syndrome (FMS).Methods: A descriptive, cross-sectional observational study following the Strengthening the Reporting of Observational Studies in Epidemiology guidelines was conducted from March 1, 2024, to June 10, 2024, at the Fibromyalgia and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Association of Tenerife (San Cristóbal de La Laguna, Spain).Results: A total of 73 women, with a mean age of 56.15±6.47 years, diagnosed with FMS were enrolled. Bedtime habits and wake-up times showed significant variability, reflecting individual differences in sleep chronotype preferences among the participants. The Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index revealed a mean score of 11.62±0.92, indicating substantial challenges in sleep quality among participants with FMS. Sleep efficiency was low, averaging 14.86%±0.34%, and there was a significant discrepancy in sleep duration between workdays and free days, with an average difference of 2.0±0.5 h. The participants reported compensatory sleep through an average of two naps per day, each lasting 40 min.Conclusions: Participants with FMS experienced poor sleep quality, characterized by variability in sleep patterns between workdays and free days, along with significant social jet lag. Low sleep efficiency suggests a prevalent sleep debt, which the participants attempted to mitigate through frequent and extended napping.

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Evaluation of Sleep Patterns and Chronotypes in Spanish Women With Fibromyalgia Syndrome: A Descriptive Cross-Sectional Study

Pérez,

Hernández,

Nuez

et al. 2024

J Sleep Med

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Bidirectional Two-Sample Mendelian Randomization Analysis Reveals Causal Associations Between Modifiable Risk Factors and Fibromyalgia

Zu,

Zhou,

et al. 2024

JPR

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Introduction This study aims to investigate the potential causal effects of modifiable risk factors on Fibromyalgia (FM). Methods Genetic variants associated with 34 exposure factors were obtained from Genome-wide association studies (GWAS). Summary statistics for FM were acquired from the FinnGen consortium. Bidirectional Mendelian randomization (MR) analysis was conducted between all exposures and outcomes. The inverse-variance weighted (IVW) method was employed as the primary estimation technique. Heterogeneity and pleiotropy were assessed using MR-PRESSO global test, the weighted median, Cochran’s Q statistic and MR-Egger. Results Depression (OR=2.087, 95% CI: 1.466–2.971), alcohol consumption (OR=1.489, 95% CI: 1.094–2.028), body fat percentage (OR=1.524, 95% CI: 1.153–2.013) and body mass index (BMI) (OR=1.542, 95% CI: 1.271–1.872) were associated with an increased risk of FM among genetically susceptible individuals. Conversely, higher education level (OR=0.404, 95% CI: 0.297–0.549), longer years of education (OR=0.489, 95% CI: 0.290–0.825) and higher household income (OR=0.328, 95% CI: 0.215–0.502) were protective against FM. Additionally, rheumatoid arthritis (OR=1.138, 95% CI: 1.061–1.221) and ankylosing spondylitis (OR=1.079, 95% CI: 1.021–1.140) were identified as important risk factors for FM. Conclusion This MR study unveiled a complex causal relationship between modifiable risk factors and FM. Psychosocial factors significantly increase the odds of FM, while obesity and some autoimmune diseases that frequently coexist with FM demonstrate causal associations. Additionally, lifestyle habits such as alcohol consumption are causally related to FM. Further investigation is needed to determine whether risk factors contribute to the pathogenesis of FM through mechanisms involving central sensitization, inflammatory, and hyperalgesia. This study enhances our understanding of the factors that drive FM onset and progression, offering valuable insights for future targeted prevention and treatment strategies.

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Group Discussions as a Methodology in Multicultural Settings

Martín Pérez,

Martín Pérez

2024

Advances in Library and Information Science

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The chapter highlights the relevance of qualitative methods, especially group discussions, in social research within multicultural contexts. It emphasizes selecting participants reflecting the study's cultural diversity and thorough preparation, including choosing a competent moderator and an accessible, inclusive venue. Steps for conducting these discussions are described, from creating the script to interpreting the discourse. During analysis, the focus is on understanding varied perspectives and intercultural interaction subtleties, recommending a systematic approach to ensure reliability and validity through careful data selection and category coding. Originating in the 1930s, group discussions have expanded beyond market research, distinguished by their flexibility and exploratory focus. Key phases include design, operation, data analysis, and reporting, with guidelines for participant selection and project preparation. The chapter concludes by highlighting the importance of these discussions in exploring perceptions and attitudes in multicultural settings.

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Social support in low-income women with Fibromyalgia Syndrome from a sub-urban and peri-urban areas of Tenerife (Canary Islands, Spain): a mixed method study

Cited by 3 publications

References 29 publications

Evaluation of Sleep Patterns and Chronotypes in Spanish Women With Fibromyalgia Syndrome: A Descriptive Cross-Sectional Study

Evaluation of Sleep Patterns and Chronotypes in Spanish Women With Fibromyalgia Syndrome: A Descriptive Cross-Sectional Study

Bidirectional Two-Sample Mendelian Randomization Analysis Reveals Causal Associations Between Modifiable Risk Factors and Fibromyalgia

Group Discussions as a Methodology in Multicultural Settings

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