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{"title":"Night eating syndrome is associated with the nutritional status among college students in Universitas Gadjah Mada, Indonesia.","authors":"Dian Fitri Isnaini, Dwi Budiningsari, Fitrina Mahardani Kusumaningrum","doi":"10.1515/ijamh-2025-0248","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1515/ijamh-2025-0248","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Objectives: </strong>To describe the prevalence of night eating syndrome, nutritional status, and the relationship between the two among college students.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>A cross-sectional study of 156 college students was conducted using quota sampling techniques. A validated questionnaire was used to collect data on night eating syndrome, and the study team provided direct measurements of nutritional status. Chi-square test analysis was to determine the link between night eating syndrome and the nutritional status, while the Cochran-Mantel-Haenszel test was performed to determine the presence of confounding variables.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Of the participants, 20.5 % were overweight, while 34 % were diagnosed with night eating syndrome. Night eating syndrome was significantly linked to the nutritional status (p=0.010).</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>A significant statistical association was found between night eating syndrome and the nutritional status of college students. Those experiencing night eating syndrome were 2.77 times more likely to be overweight.</p>","PeriodicalId":13823,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Adolescent Medicine and Health","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2026-10-20","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"149220335","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Increasing prevalence of chronic dizziness among adolescents: trend study from 36 countries.","authors":"Bjørn Evald Holstein, Katrine Rich Madsen, Trine Pagh Pedersen, Mette Rasmussen, Mette Toftager, Mogens Trab Damsgaard","doi":"10.1515/ijamh-2026-0102","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1515/ijamh-2026-0102","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Objectives: </strong>Dizziness is common in adolescence, but few studies report prevalence and trends. We aimed to examine 1) time trends in the prevalence of chronic dizziness among adolescents in 36 countries in Europe and North America from 2002 to 2022, and 2) how chronic dizziness was associated with sex and age.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>We analyzed data from the international Health Behaviour in School-aged Children (HBSC) study on 11-15-year-olds collected in 2002, 2006, 2010, 2014, 2018 and 2022 in 36 countries in Europe and North America, n=1,072,505.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The prevalence was stable, around 3 % among boys and 5 % among girls from 2002 to 2010. It increased slightly among girls from 2010 to 2018 and increased to 4 % among boys and 11 % among girls from 2018 to 2022. This increase was similar in most countries. More girls than boys reported chronic dizziness. The OR (99 % CI) for chronic dizziness among girls vs. boys was 1.56 (1.45-1.68) in 2002, increasing to 3.03 (2.89-3.17) in 2022. This gap between boys and girls widened in all 36 countries. The prevalence was higher among the older adolescents. The OR for chronic dizziness among 15- vs. 11-year-olds was 1.11 (1.02-1.22) in 2002, rising to 2.08 (1.86-2.20) in 2022. The gap between younger and older adolescents widened in 34 countries.</p><p><strong>Discussion: </strong>There is a need to explain the sudden increase and the widening gap between sex and age-groups in chronic dizziness among adolescents from 2010 to 2022 in most of the 36 countries in Europe and North America.</p>","PeriodicalId":13823,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Adolescent Medicine and Health","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2026-10-15","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"149181672","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Father involvement and self-concept among adolescents in Indonesia: the moderating role of sex.","authors":"Deswinda, Parichat Arayajaru, Dini Maulinda, Veni Dayu Putri, Aminatus Sukro","doi":"10.1515/ijamh-2026-0067","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1515/ijamh-2026-0067","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Objectives: </strong>Father involvement consistently predicts positive developmental outcomes, yet few studies have examined its relationship with self-concept among adolescents from collectivist cultural backgrounds, and fewer still have used culturally grounded measures. This study examined the relationship between father involvement and self-concept among adolescents and investigated whether sex and age moderated this relationship.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>A cross-sectional study was conducted with 302 adolescents (62.9 % female; 63.6 % middle adolescents) at a state Islamic senior high school in Pekanbaru, Riau Province, Indonesia, using a total sampling approach. Father involvement was measured using a culturally grounded instrument based on Malay customary paternal obligations, and self-concept was assessed using the Five-Factor Self-Concept Questionnaire (AF5). Data were analyzed using Spearman's rank-order correlation, Mann-Whitney U test, and moderation analysis.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Father involvement was significantly and positively associated with self-concept (r_s=0.533, p<0.01), with the strongest correlation observed in the family self-concept dimension (r_s=0.571, p<0.01). The association with emotional self-concept was not significant (r_s=0.094, p=0.103). Sex significantly moderated the father involvement-self-concept relationship (B = -0.236, p=0.013), with stronger effects observed among male adolescents. Age did not moderate this relationship (p=0.884).</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>Father involvement is a significant predictor of self-concept among adolescents, with sex-differentiated effects that may reflect gendered socialization processes. These findings highlight the value of culturally grounded measurement approaches in understanding paternal contributions to adolescent development.</p>","PeriodicalId":13823,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Adolescent Medicine and Health","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2026-10-08","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"149109155","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Eating disorder knowledge, attitudes, and awareness among Thai high school students: a cross-sectional study highlighting gaps in oral health awareness.","authors":"Nutsiree Smutkeeree, Kanokluk Rattanatumrongpun, Natcha Sumetawenun, Chanachon Sawatnuchat, Pornpailin Kasemkhun","doi":"10.1515/ijamh-2026-0106","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1515/ijamh-2026-0106","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Objectives: </strong>This study assessed high school students' knowledge of eating disorder types and their health consequences, including oral health consequences; evaluated eating attitudes and eating disorder risk, and examined associations between participant characteristics and knowledge levels.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>A cross-sectional online survey was administered to 124 upper secondary school students in Thailand. The questionnaire assessed demographic information, knowledge of eating disorder types and their physical and oral health consequences, eating attitudes, and eating disorder risk using the SCOFF questionnaire. Associations between participant characteristics and knowledge scores were examined using the Mann-Whitney <i>U</i> test, Kruskal-Wallis test, independent <i>t</i>-test, and Spearman's rank correlation.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Knowledge was higher for anorexia nervosa and binge eating disorder (approximately 60 % correct) than for bulimia nervosa and avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder (fewer than 50 % correct). General health consequence awareness was approximately 80 %; however, awareness of dental health consequences was markedly lower (36.3 %). Using the SCOFF questionnaire, 20.2 % of participants met the threshold for eating disorder risk. No statistically significant associations were found between knowledge scores and any demographic or personal characteristic. Most participants (87.9 %) supported school-based educational interventions.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>Thai high school students demonstrate significant gaps in eating disorder knowledge, particularly regarding oral health consequences and less-publicized disorder types. Knowledge deficits are broadly distributed across demographic groups, supporting universal rather than targeted educational approaches. These findings highlight the need for school-based programs integrating oral health content and suggest a distinct role for dental professionals in early identification and prevention.</p>","PeriodicalId":13823,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Adolescent Medicine and Health","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2026-09-21","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"149001900","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Core components of a specialty-wide model of care for transition to adult healthcare services: a systematic review of guidelines.","authors":"Claire T Deakin, Luke Brothers, Sarah Young, Graeme Pringle, Kathy Eljiz, Anita Calderan, Rachel Havrlant, Kate Vickers, Luke Taylor, David Greenfield","doi":"10.1515/ijamh-2026-0101","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1515/ijamh-2026-0101","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Young people with complex healthcare needs diagnosed in childhood require transition to adult services. Without a structured process for transition, the transfer of care is a challenging event for young people during a vulnerable period of their lives. Loss to follow-up can lead to long-term health complications. We conducted a specialty-wide systematic guideline review of clinical practice guidelines on transition care to assist health organisations to develop a model of care for transition services that can apply across medical specialties by synthesising best-practice international evidence on transition care.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>We searched for clinical practice guidelines published in English from 2015 until the date of searching (August 2024), using Medline/PubMed, Embase and CINAHL. Eligible guidelines included clinical practice guidelines, recommendations and consensus statements whose authors had appraised the quality of underlying evidence and the strength of each recommendation. We appraised guidelines using the Appraisal of Guidelines, Research and Evaluation (AGREE-II) instrument. We used Common Components Analysis to synthesise recurrent elements of recommendations for transition.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Fourteen guidelines incorporating evidence appraisal met eligibility criteria, of which 10 were rated as good quality and four as acceptable quality. Just over half of the 14 guidelines were published after 2020 (n=8) and developed by European or UK organisations (n=13). Guidelines represented the specialties of rheumatology, gastroenterology, endocrinology and clinical immunology. Analysis of the recommendations identified 14 core components across recommendations from three to 13 guidelines. The 14 core components covered: involvement, individualising care, early planning, flexible timing, developmental appropriateness, gaining autonomy, healthcare integration, training of staff, coordination of care, gaining familiarity with adult services, documentation, communication, peer support and follow-up.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>Using the recommendations of 14 high-quality guidelines, we derived a 'specialty-wide individual transition care and health' (SWiTCH) model, comprising 14 core components for the transition process, spanning preparation, provision of patient-centred care, education for young people and staff, communication and follow-up. Health services may use the SWiTCH model to plan and improve transition care, and organisations may use these specialty-wide principles to assist with improving the consistency and patient-centredness of transition care across services.</p>","PeriodicalId":13823,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Adolescent Medicine and Health","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2026-09-21","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"149008304","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Association between parental socioeconomic characteristics and overweight and obesity among adolescents.","authors":"Ajit Kumar Singh, Ritika Chaturvedi, Reema Kumari, Saurabh Kashyap, Abhishek Singh","doi":"10.1515/ijamh-2025-0242","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1515/ijamh-2025-0242","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Objectives: </strong>Adolescent overweight and obesity are rising global concerns, with prevalence increasing from 8 % in 1990 to 20 % in 2022. In India, adolescents constitute 21 % of the population and face growing risks of obesity-related complications. Parental education and occupation influence adolescents' dietary habits, physical activity, and lifestyle patterns, yet their role in shaping obesity outcomes in the Indian context remains underexplored. This study assessed the association between parental education and occupation with overweight and obesity among school-going adolescents in Lucknow.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>Analytical cross-sectional study was conducted among 502 adolescents aged 10-19 years from government, government-aided, and private schools in urban and rural areas of Lucknow. Multistage sampling was used. BMI-for-age percentiles (CDC 2022) classified nutritional status. Data were collected using a pre-tested questionnaire. Statistical analysis included descriptive measures, chi-square tests, and logistic regression using SPSS v24, with p<0.05 considered significant.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Overweight and obesity were more prevalent among adolescents in private schools (18.5 and 12.5 %) and urban areas (16.8 and 12.5 %). Higher parental education showed significant associations with adolescent overweight/obesity (fathers: p=0.022; mothers: p=0.026). Maternal occupation was significantly linked to obesity (p=0.009), with adolescents of skilled working mothers showing highest rates. Logistic regression indicated that private school attendance (AOR=1.4; p=0.044) and upper socio-economic status (AOR=3.54; p=0.030) were independent predictors of overweight/obesity.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Parental education, maternal occupation, socio-economic status, and school type significantly influence adolescent overweight and obesity. Adolescents from higher-income families and private schools are at greater risk, underscoring the need for targeted interventions promoting healthy behaviours across diverse socio-economic groups.</p>","PeriodicalId":13823,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Adolescent Medicine and Health","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2026-09-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148976663","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Resistance training as a pedagogical strategy in physical education: effects on adolescents' health and lifestyle.","authors":"Raquel Felipe de Vasconcelos, Rômmulo Celly Lima Siqueira, Maria Clara Costa Cipriano, Maria Clara Messias de Menezes, Nilson Vieira Pinto","doi":"10.1515/ijamh-2026-0098","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1515/ijamh-2026-0098","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Objectives: </strong>Sedentary behavior constitutes a major public health problem, especially during adolescence, a stage in which it is associated with a higher risk of developing chronic diseases and a decline in quality of life. In this context, schools, and particularly Physical Education classes, play a fundamental role in health promotion. Among possible intervention strategies, resistance training stands out as a promising alternative. This study aimed to evaluate the effects of a resistance training program implemented in Physical Education classes on sedentary behavior, health-related physical fitness, lifestyle, and personal satisfaction among adolescents.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>This mixed-methods study employed a pre- and post-intervention design and was conducted with 86 students (15.32 ± 1.12 years). Participants underwent a 12-week resistance training intervention consisting of two weekly sessions.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Following the 12-week intervention, quantitative results showed a reduction in sedentary behavior, maintenance of body fat percentage, a decrease in waist circumference, and significant improvements in physical fitness. Complementarily, qualitative data revealed positive student perceptions, including increased personal satisfaction and favorable changes in lifestyle.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>Resistance training, when systematically integrated into Physical Education classes, can constitute an effective pedagogical strategy for health promotion and the reduction of sedentary behavior among adolescents.</p>","PeriodicalId":13823,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Adolescent Medicine and Health","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2026-09-08","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148900479","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Young adult attitudes and beliefs regarding the use of vaping: a cross-sectional study.","authors":"Amjad Heleal Faleh Alsabil, Shereen Hamadneh, Marwa Nayef Alhalabi","doi":"10.1515/ijamh-2025-0142","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1515/ijamh-2025-0142","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Objectives: </strong>To investigate the attitudes and beliefs toward vaping among university students in Northern Jordan, and to explore any gender-based differences in attitudes and beliefs regarding vaping use.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted, surveying 500 university students in universities in Northern Jordan.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The study showed widespread e-smoking use, with 62.0 % of participants currently using e-cigarettes. Regarding attitudes, 57.4 % of students expressed negative views toward e-cigarettes, while 42.6 % expressed positive views. 61.8 % expressed doubts about the benefits and safety of e-cigarettes, while 38.2 % expressed strong positive views. Gender-based analysis indicated statistically significant differences.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>There is a need for targeted public health interventions and educational programs to address misconceptions and promote informed decision-making regarding e-cigarette use.</p>","PeriodicalId":13823,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Adolescent Medicine and Health","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2026-09-04","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148880314","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"The dual impact of digital integration and peer influence on smartphone addiction and psychological distress among Indonesian adolescents.","authors":"Marthoenis Marthoenis, Julianti Jauhari","doi":"10.1515/ijamh-2026-0110","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1515/ijamh-2026-0110","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Adolescents in higher health professional education experience heightened academic and clinical pressures, increasing their vulnerability to mental health problems. This study examined the prevalence of depression, anxiety, and stress, and identified key psychosocial predictors among Indonesian adolescents. A cross-sectional survey was conducted among 1,886 health polytechnic adolescents from multiple campuses of an Indonesian Health Polytechnic. Participants completed an online questionnaire including the Depression, Anxiety, and Stress Scale (DASS-21), alongside measures of self-esteem, mobile attachment, peer influence, and smartphone addiction. Multivariable linear regression was performed to identify predictors of psychological distress. Nearly half of the adolescents experienced moderate to extremely severe anxiety (48.9 %), followed by stress (30.7 %) and depression (25.4 %). Peer influence was the strongest protective factor, showing significant negative associations with depression (β=-0.352, p<0.001) and anxiety (β=-0.407, p<0.001). In contrast, higher mobile attachment and smartphone addiction were consistently associated with increased depression and anxiety scores. Positive peer influence substantially reduces psychological distress, whereas problematic technology use elevates mental health risks. Universities should strengthen peer-support environments and promote digital wellness to improve student mental health.</p>","PeriodicalId":13823,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Adolescent Medicine and Health","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2026-09-03","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148874164","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Mental health literacy: evidence from adolescences in IRAN.","authors":"Farzane Ahmadi, Farzaneh Karamitanha, Roya Karimi","doi":"10.1515/ijamh-2025-0203","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1515/ijamh-2025-0203","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Objectives: </strong>Mental health literacy (MHL) plays an important role in identifying mental illnesses. If MHL is low in a community, the identification and treatment of mental illnesses are delayed, ultimately jeopardizing individuals' quality of life and well-being. Measuring health literacy levels in different regions and among various target groups is important.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>In this cross-sectional study, all students enrolled across three majors - medicine, dentistry, and pharmacy - were surveyed (n=296). Data were collected on variables including age, gender, marital status, place of residence, parents' education level, and students' MHL, which was measured by the Mental Health Literacy Scale (MHLS).</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The level of MHL was moderate to high, with mean 90.80 ± 7.89. The level of MHL was significantly higher among students whose parents did not have a university education and in students who lived in dormitories.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>In our study, overall mental health literacy was moderate to high, but <i>knowledge of the professional help available</i> was insufficient, highlighting the need for active mental health education in schools, universities, and communities, and urging policymakers to prioritize this issue in health programs.</p>","PeriodicalId":13823,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Adolescent Medicine and Health","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2026-08-26","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148812686","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}