{"title":"Work-family conflict, role clarity, and psychological depression among female social workers: The moderating role of social support.","authors":"Xujun Liu, Qinying Ci","doi":"10.1080/07399332.2024.2425935","DOIUrl":"10.1080/07399332.2024.2425935","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>The tendency of psychological depression among social workers is increasingly evident and has become a significant public health concern. We explore the associations between work-family conflict (WFC), role clarity, social support, and psychological depression, with a sample of 944 Chinese female social workers. Our results show that WFC has a significant positive influence on the psychological depression experienced by female social workers, particularly among those who are unmarried. Role clarity serves as a partial mediator between WFC and psychological depression, while social support acts as a positive moderator in mitigating the impact of WFC on psychological depression. Our findings offer both theoretical insights and practical guidance for effectively addressing WFC and psychological depression among female social workers.</p>","PeriodicalId":47836,"journal":{"name":"Health Care for Women International","volume":" ","pages":"401-416"},"PeriodicalIF":1.2,"publicationDate":"2025-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142606892","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Unveiling the role of traditional regimens in the management of uterine fibroids: A systematic review.","authors":"Acharya Balkrishna, Jaya Upreti, Ankita Semwal, Ashwani Kumar, Anurag Dabas, Prashant Katiyar, Deepika Srivastava, Vedpriya Arya","doi":"10.1080/07399332.2024.2414384","DOIUrl":"10.1080/07399332.2024.2414384","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Uterine fibroids (UF) affect 75% of women, causing pelvic discomfort, heavy bleeding, and fertility issues. Standard treatments pose risks like liver impairment and reduced bone density. Traditional medicines (TM) offer alternative approaches. We found that data from PubMed, Google Scholar, Science Direct, and bibliometric analysis using Dimension AI support TM's efficacy. In this review, we examined 21 case studies across Ayurveda, Unani, Siddha, Homeopathy, Yoga, Cupping Therapy, and Acupuncture, revealing promising outcomes in reducing fibroid size and relieving symptoms, all without significant side effects. TM interventions have tremendous potential, yet conclusive evidence is lacking. This underscores the potential of TM in managing UF and the need for further research and clinical trials for validation. Integrating TM into healthcare may enhance patient outcomes and reduce costs.</p>","PeriodicalId":47836,"journal":{"name":"Health Care for Women International","volume":"46 6","pages":"702-735"},"PeriodicalIF":1.2,"publicationDate":"2025-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144286857","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"An educational intervention based on extended parallel model to reduce exposure of pregnant women to BTEX air pollutants: A quasi-experimental study.","authors":"Atefeh Mohammadi, Masoud Karimi, Hassan Hashemi, Abdolrahim Asadollahi","doi":"10.1080/07399332.2024.2433997","DOIUrl":"10.1080/07399332.2024.2433997","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Benzene, toluene, ethylbenzene, and xylene (BTEX) are air pollutants that may cause serious adverse effects on the health status of pregnant women and their fetuses. In this study, researchers aimed to investigate the effect of an educational intervention using an extended parallel process model on the protective behaviors of pregnant women against BTEX. In this quasi-experimental study, 94 first-trimester pregnant women were recruited for the study. The intervention caused significant increases in mean scores of perceived susceptibility, severity, response efficacy, and self-efficacy. The researchers found the effectiveness of educational intervention on protective behaviors to reduce exposure to BTEX air pollutants.</p>","PeriodicalId":47836,"journal":{"name":"Health Care for Women International","volume":" ","pages":"1187-1202"},"PeriodicalIF":0.9,"publicationDate":"2025-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142789737","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Self-objectification of bodies in social networking sites: Mental and behavioral health problems of young female adults.","authors":"Sukkyung You, Minkyung Kwon","doi":"10.1080/07399332.2024.2392530","DOIUrl":"10.1080/07399332.2024.2392530","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Social network sites (SNS) are becoming a popular means of \"digital leisure\" among young adults. Several problematic consequences of extensive SNS use have been reported including objectifying bodies on SNS. Thus, in this study, we aimed to understand the specific pathway between young female adults' SNS use and mental and behavioral problems using the objectification theory framework. We conducted structural equation modeling of data from 507 Korean female undergraduates to elucidate the relationships between SNS use and self-esteem, depression, abnormal eating, and exercise dependence, and the mediation effects of body surveillance and body shame. A significant direct relationship between SNS use and problematic consequences was found only between SNS use and exercise dependence. Mediation effects of body surveillance and body shame were confirmed in all four relationships. In this study, the researchers expand the objectification theory's applicability to SNS platforms and identify a potential mechanism of consequent adverse outcomes, providing useful empirical evidence for preventive educational measures.</p>","PeriodicalId":47836,"journal":{"name":"Health Care for Women International","volume":" ","pages":"527-544"},"PeriodicalIF":1.2,"publicationDate":"2025-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142056924","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Domestic difficulties faced by women with a severe mental disorder: A qualitative study.","authors":"Gülsüm Zekiye Tuncer, Ayşe Sarı, Zekiye Çetinkaya Duman, Nuray Taşkın","doi":"10.1080/07399332.2024.2414388","DOIUrl":"10.1080/07399332.2024.2414388","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>When the family is considered as a system, individuals with a severe mental disorder can be affected by all the processes and conditions in the family. Women with a severe mental disorder are also affected by many factors such as their place in the family and society, gender roles and gender inequality. In the study, the authors aimed to determine domestic difficulties faced by women diagnosed with a severe mental disorder who were followed in a Community Mental Health Center in a province in the west of Türkiye. The study was a descriptive qualitative research design. Women who were diagnosed with a severe mental disorder, who were followed by the for mentioned Community Mental Health Center and who met the inclusion criteria were included in the study. The data collected using the one-on-one interview method were analyzed with the content analysis method. After the analysis of the data, the following four main themes related to the difficulties experienced in the family by women with a severe mental disorder identified: domestic violence, being both a sick person and a caregiver, stigma and coping strategies. It was concluded that women individuals with a diagnosis of a severe mental disorder experienced not only mental disorder-related difficulties but also difficulties of being a woman in the society brought about by their gender roles.</p>","PeriodicalId":47836,"journal":{"name":"Health Care for Women International","volume":" ","pages":"375-400"},"PeriodicalIF":1.2,"publicationDate":"2025-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142477789","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Tuyet Diem Thi Hoang, Nghiem Xuan Huynh, Tri Bao Nguyen, Thach Ngoc Nguyen, Dien Thanh Nguyen, Ngoc Thien Lam
{"title":"Glove changing reduced wound-related complications following cesarean section in Vietnam.","authors":"Tuyet Diem Thi Hoang, Nghiem Xuan Huynh, Tri Bao Nguyen, Thach Ngoc Nguyen, Dien Thanh Nguyen, Ngoc Thien Lam","doi":"10.1080/07399332.2024.2429536","DOIUrl":"10.1080/07399332.2024.2429536","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>In this research, the authors aim to scrutinize the efficacy of glove changing as a strategy to diminish complications arising from cesarean deliveries in Vietnam. 629 expectant women were randomized into either the standard care group or the glove change group. The latter group adhered to an intra-operative protocol of glove replacement prior to abdominal closure during cesarean section, whereas the former group did not. Data pertaining to wound-related complications and surgical site infections were amassed and analyzed utilizing Stata 16.0. We detected a significant decrease in wound-related complications and surgical site infections in the glove change group. As a result, we advocates for the adoption of this strategy during cesarean section procedures, in conjunction with other interventions, to improve physical and mental health outcomes in women post-cesarean section.</p>","PeriodicalId":47836,"journal":{"name":"Health Care for Women International","volume":" ","pages":"1003-1014"},"PeriodicalIF":0.9,"publicationDate":"2025-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142689184","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Protective factors against suicide attempt and violence against women in Azerbaijan: Reports from women with lived experience and mental health providers.","authors":"Dana Alonzo, Pinar Zubaroglu-Ioannides","doi":"10.1080/07399332.2024.2405569","DOIUrl":"10.1080/07399332.2024.2405569","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Little is known regarding the protective factors against suicide and violence against women in Muslim majority countries. The authors of this study aim to address this gap. Women with lived experience of suicide and violence (<i>N</i> = 51), and mental health providers in Azerbaijan participated in either in-depth qualitative interviews or focus groups. We used a mixed-methods design in this study. Descriptive statistics and bivariate analyses were conducted. Conventional content analysis was used for qualitative data. Psychological support, psychoeducation, providing women with financial opportunities and changing cultural values regarding gender norms were identified as the strongest protective factors against suicide and violence against women. Our findings point to culturally relevant protective factors that can inform prevention and intervention efforts to mitigate risk of suicide and violence against women in Azerbaijan and Muslim majority countries with shared values and cultural norms.</p>","PeriodicalId":47836,"journal":{"name":"Health Care for Women International","volume":" ","pages":"507-522"},"PeriodicalIF":1.2,"publicationDate":"2025-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142523353","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"The effect of distraction technique with comedy video on labor pain and satisfaction: A randomized-controlled study.","authors":"Fatma Yildirim, Mevlüde Alpaslan Arar, Hüsne Yücesoy, Nuriye Büyükayaci Duman, Hatice Eser","doi":"10.1080/07399332.2025.2519468","DOIUrl":"10.1080/07399332.2025.2519468","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>This study was a single-blind, randomized controlled trial. We included 80 women (40 per group). We made the experimental group watch a comedy video for 18, 16, and 3 min in the latent, active, and transitional phases, respectively. We did not perform any intervention on the control group. We applied the Personal Information Form, Visual Analog Scale (VAS), and Childbirth Satisfaction Scale to all participants. We used chi-square, Wilcoxon test, and t-test to analyze the data. VAS pain scores for the experimental group (3.45 ± 1.35; 4.70 ± 1.32; 6.18 ± 1.51) were significantly lower than those for the control group (5.83 ± 2.06; 7.93 ± 1.37; 9.23 ± 0.99) at the latent, active, and transition phases of cervical dilation (<i>p</i> < .05). The experimental group had a significantly higher mean BSS score (27.45 ± 6.16) than the control group (14.93 ± 5.34) (<i>p</i> < .05). The technique of diverting attention with a comedy video was found to be effective in reducing labor pain and increasing labor satisfaction.</p>","PeriodicalId":47836,"journal":{"name":"Health Care for Women International","volume":" ","pages":"761-773"},"PeriodicalIF":0.9,"publicationDate":"2025-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144561526","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Kaira Kuhu Naidu, Hansa Mukherjee, Arpan Shailesh Yagnik
{"title":"Toward sustainability in menstrual health: Analyzing the notions promoted by Instagram advertisements.","authors":"Kaira Kuhu Naidu, Hansa Mukherjee, Arpan Shailesh Yagnik","doi":"10.1080/07399332.2025.2525883","DOIUrl":"10.1080/07399332.2025.2525883","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>In this study the authors examine how health communication promotes sustainable menstrual products in India, where low awareness and stigma hinder their use. In the context of women's health, media plays a key role in shaping public perception, disseminating health information, and introducing menstrual care innovations. While traditional media predominantly advertises single-use menstrual products and often reinforces negative stereotypes about menstruation, social media platforms offer a new space to challenge these norms. We contributes to menstrual stigma theory by examining how stigma manifests within digital advertising platforms. We explores how Instagram influences Indian youth in adopting sustainable menstrual products. A thematic analysis of ads from leading Indian brands promoting reusable cups and pads reveals three key strategies: educating consumers, debunking myths, and using social media trends to boost visibility. Our findings underscore social media's role in advancing sustainable menstrual health and improving outcomes for women in India.</p>","PeriodicalId":47836,"journal":{"name":"Health Care for Women International","volume":" ","pages":"930-950"},"PeriodicalIF":0.9,"publicationDate":"2025-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144761794","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Rabiya Yaseen Bazaz, Humaira Showkat, Mustafa Kamal, Tanveer Ahmad Khan, Rohi Jan, Masood Ur Rehman
{"title":"Menstrual bodies and cultural practices: The voices of adolescent tribal girls from Kashmir.","authors":"Rabiya Yaseen Bazaz, Humaira Showkat, Mustafa Kamal, Tanveer Ahmad Khan, Rohi Jan, Masood Ur Rehman","doi":"10.1080/07399332.2025.2464765","DOIUrl":"10.1080/07399332.2025.2464765","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>In this study the authors aimed to understand the menstruation experiences and its associated consequences among adolescent tribal girls of the Fakir Gujri community of district Srinagar. The data were collected from 15 participants through purposive and snowball sampling method. The analysis of the data helped researchers to capture the emerging themes. The main themes included experiencing and managing menarche, construction of cultural taboos and myths, fear of discovery and shame followed by menstruation consequences. The authors concluded that menstruation negatively influences tribal girls health and freedom in the study area. This study would be helpful for health professionals, human rights activists, NGOs, social workers, education policymakers and researchers working on tribal issues related to their welfare and health. Through this study, the authors contribute to the existing literature by presenting the experiences of young tribal girls toward their concerns, which have remained undiscovered over the years.</p>","PeriodicalId":47836,"journal":{"name":"Health Care for Women International","volume":" ","pages":"870-896"},"PeriodicalIF":0.9,"publicationDate":"2025-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143606721","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}