A. Hajj, C. A. Selwan, Danielle A. Badro, H. Sacre, Randa Aoun, C. Haddad, P. Salameh
{"title":"Gender differences in mental health outcomes amid the COVID-19 pandemic and a collapsing economy: A Lebanese cross-sectional study","authors":"A. Hajj, C. A. Selwan, Danielle A. Badro, H. Sacre, Randa Aoun, C. Haddad, P. Salameh","doi":"10.36922/ijps.1985","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.36922/ijps.1985","url":null,"abstract":"Response plans to control the transmission of the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 that causes coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) overlooked the repercussions of the combined economic and public health crisis among the most vulnerable populations, including women and people who have experienced abuse. This paper primarily aimed to assess the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic and economy-related variables on Lebanese adults’ mental health, focusing on gender differences. A cross-sectional study was conducted in May 2020 using an online survey with validated scales created on Google Forms. A total of 502 adults living in Lebanon with access to the internet were enrolled in the study, irrespective of age, socioeconomic status, race, ethnicity, nationality, sex, gender identity, religion, location, education, and culture (n = 502). The multivariate analysis, adjusted on sociodemographic characteristics, economic, and coronavirus-related variables, showed that women exhibited higher distress, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress symptoms (PTSSs) levels than men. Moreover, violence at home was associated with more distress and insomnia, with borderline results for anxiety and well-being. No significant difference was found for PTSSs. In the context of combined health and economic crises, mental health outcomes are not equally felt across genders. Additional studies in a few months would help better understand the long-term impact, especially on PTSS and quality of life, which might not be perceptible during the crisis. Focused public health strategies are warranted to support and protect the most vulnerable populations.","PeriodicalId":510180,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Population Studies","volume":"133 ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-20","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140446698","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}
Yemi Adewoyin, Joshua Odunayo Akinyemi, A. Akinyemi, Clifford O. Odimegwu
{"title":"Population and reproductive health dynamics under COVID-19 in Sub-Saharan Africa: Insights from scientific evidence","authors":"Yemi Adewoyin, Joshua Odunayo Akinyemi, A. Akinyemi, Clifford O. Odimegwu","doi":"10.36922/ijps.2535","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.36922/ijps.2535","url":null,"abstract":"<jats:p />","PeriodicalId":510180,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Population Studies","volume":"17 5","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-01-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139532466","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}
Samuel O. Ebimgbo, Yemi Adewoyin, C. Ajaero, U. Okoye
{"title":"“Does a healthy man need vaccination?”: Attitudes of older adults toward COVID-19 vaccine in South-East Nigeria","authors":"Samuel O. Ebimgbo, Yemi Adewoyin, C. Ajaero, U. Okoye","doi":"10.36922/ijps.359","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.36922/ijps.359","url":null,"abstract":"The COVID-19 pandemic appears to be impeding the progress of the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goal and the African Union’s Agenda 2063 in achieving optimal health and well-being for individuals, particularly older adults. Numerous older adults have succumbed to the virus, exacerbating existing global health challenges. In response, scientists worldwide have developed a vaccine to alleviate the substantial disease burden. The Nigerian government has mandated the prioritized vaccination of older adults. This study aims to investigate the attitudes of older adults toward the COVID-19 vaccine. Data were collected from 32 older adults through in-depth interviews and focus group discussions. Thematic analysis was employed to derive meaningful patterns from the collected data. The findings reveal a prevailing lack of awareness among older adults regarding the COVID-19 vaccine. They asserted that they perceived no need for vaccinations, asserting their current state of health. In addition, concerns were raised about potential adverse effects of the vaccine, including the onset of other illnesses. This study suggests that the Nigerian government, through its orientation agencies, undertakes comprehensive public education campaigns highlighting the importance of COVID-19 vaccine uptake.","PeriodicalId":510180,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Population Studies","volume":"55 46","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-01-09","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139442168","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}
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