Cyberbullying is becoming common in inflicting harm on others, especially among adolescents. This study aims to assess the prevalence of cyberbullying, determine risk factors, and association between cyberbullying psychological status adolescents facing this problem Jazan region, Saudi Arabia.A cross-sectional was conducted 355 students, aged 12-18 years, through a validated online questionnaire investigate factors effects based Mental Health Inventory-5 (MHI-5) questions.The participants...

Observational studies report inverse associations between educational attainment and depression/anxiety risks, but confounding hinders causal inference. This study aimed to assess potential relationships using Mendelian randomization (MR). Two-sample MR analysis was conducted genetic instruments for education, smoking, body mass index, physical activity from published genome-wide association studies. Depression anxiety data came the UK Biobank ([UKB] 117,782 individuals) FinnGen (215,644...

Imposter syndrome (IS) and low self-esteem (SE) are common issues affecting medical students that can impact their well-being development. This study aimed to assess the prevalence factors associated with IS SE among at Jazan University, Saudi Arabia. In this cross-sectional study, 523 in years 2–6 Arabia, completed validated questionnaires on (Young Scale) (Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale). Sociodemographic were also collected. Descriptive statistics logistic regression analyses used analyze...

Tobacco smoking has a significant role in health deterioration worldwide; it can lead to many dangerous diseases. among medical students is common worldwide, but the prevalence and determinants vary from one community another. Data Saudi Arabia limited. This study was conducted estimate of at College Medicine, Jazan University, Arabia. A cross-sectional using self-administered electronic survey tobacco smoking’s characteristics University. The includes information on gender, academic year,...

The use of electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) has steadily grown over the past few years, rising in popularity amongst young adults, especially. Owing to perception that e-cigarettes are less harmful than conventional cigarettes, some people have resorted using them as a means quitting cigarette smoking. This study aimed assess awareness, knowledge, and among Jazan University students Saudi Arabia. An observational cross-sectional was conducted with 775 students. Using stratified random...

Saudi Arabia has succeeded in having one of the lowest rates COVID-19 worldwide due to government's initiatives taking swift action control both spread and severity virus. However, Covid-19 can serve as a test case expected response new healthcare system under Vision 2030. This study used data from thirteen present administrative regions KSA simulate variations ICU admission quality indicator five business units proposed by Model Care. We determined for patients with confirmed SARS-CoV-2...

This study estimated the prevalence of burnout and its determinants among medical students at Jazan University during COVID-19 pandemic. A total 444 completed an online survey containing Maslach inventory. The was 54.5%. Burnout reached peak fourth year whereas it lowest in internship year. Being a resident mountain areas, being delayed college-level, divorced, having divorced parents were all associated with increased risk burnout. During their time school, generally showed trend...

Background and Objectives: Primary headaches are highly prevalent among medical students, negatively impacting their health academic performance. Excessive electronic device use has been implicated as a risk factor, in contrast to physical activity, which may be protective factor; however, comprehensive data lacking, especially for Saudi trainees. This study aims investigate the associations between use, exercise, students. Materials Methods: In this cross-sectional study, 504 students at...

Dysmenorrhea, or painful menstruation, is one of the most prevalent conditions among adolescents and young females globally, significantly affecting academic performance, quality life, social interactions. Despite its high prevalence, dysmenorrhea has been rarely investigated in Saudi Arabia, resulting a scarcity national data. This study aimed to evaluate severity, determinants Arabia. cross-sectional, questionnaire-based included 1026 participants recruited from various regions Arabia...

Abstract Background Mental illness affects an estimated 25% of the global population, with treatment gaps persisting worldwide. The COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated these challenges, leading to a significant increase in mental health issues globally. In Saudi Arabia, lifetime prevalence disorders is at 34.2%, yet 86.1% those 12-month disorder report no service use. To address digital solutions, particularly electronic referral (e-referral) systems, have emerged as powerful tools improve...

Background/Objectives: Poisoning represents a significant global public health challenge, particularly with its complex manifestations in adult populations. Understanding regional epidemiology through digital systems is crucial for developing evidence-based prevention and management strategies. This nationwide study analyzes hospital-based toxicology teleconsultation data from the Toxicology Consultation Service-Saudi Medical Appointments Referrals Center (TCS-SMARC) platform to characterize...

Background and Objectives: Dry eye disease (DED) is a multifactorial condition that affects quality of life (QoL). Symptoms like discomfort, blurred vision, light sensitivity can negatively impact work efficiency, productivity, psychological well-being. This study aimed to examine the relationship between DED QoL, identify risk factors, estimate prevalence in Saudi Arabia. Materials Methods: cross-sectional included 1062 participants from Arabia, recruited via convenience sampling. Data were...

Hypovitaminosis D or vitamin deficiency is a significant public health issue. Several preparations are currently available. However, there no consensus on the optimal dose and duration of supplementation. This study aimed to evaluate effects supplementation symptoms clinical outcomes in adults with insufficient deficient baseline levels. A pre-post two-month intervention 50,000 IU D3 for documented levels, presented at Jazan University Hospital from August December 2022. Of 204 participants,...

Background: Over the past decades, global prevalence of obesity has tripled, with Kingdom Saudi Arabia experiencing a notably higher rate increase. While lifestyle modifications remain first line treatment, pharmacological interventions are often employed when dietary and exercise prove insufficient. However, safety concerns, misuse, limited knowledge about weight management medications (WMMs) pose serious challenges. Objectives: The objectives this study were to determine level examine...

Background and objectives Many research studies show that self-stigma related to weight can exacerbate mental health issues. There is also evidence suggesting depression, anxiety, stress could be predictors of stigma. However, these connections have not been thoroughly investigated among young people in Saudi Arabia, where there a high prevalence obesity. This study aimed explore the relationships between stress, Arabian adolescents adults. Materials methods cross-sectional was conducted...

Burnout is a syndrome that results from stressors in the work environment have not been successfully managed. The prevalence of burnout among schoolteachers was always controversial. COVID-19 pandemic added more to teachers since they had change their working styles response lockdowns or curfews. In Saudi Arabia, and determinants school were measured by any other group during stressors.A cross-sectional survey conducted 879 Jazan region, using Maslach Inventory (MBI), April 2021. Multistage...

Adherence to behavioral respiratory hygiene practices is essential in preventing the transmission of COVID-19, especially given appearance new variants COVID-19 virus. This study estimated pre- and post-vaccination levels adherence preventive measures among vaccinated people.This cross-sectional assessed sociodemographics measures, data, via a questionnaire. Paired t-tests Chi-squared tests were used assess variation levels.Of 480 participants, 57.9% male, 30.4% aged between 30 39 years age....

Background and Objectives: Skin problems are a widespread issue that affects people in both developing wealthy countries, posing significant public health concerns. These disorders can profoundly impact individuals' social psychological well-being. In this study, we aimed to determine the prevalence of most common skin diseases Jazan region southwestern Saudi Arabia investigate their on patients' quality life Materials Methods: An observational cross-sectional survey conducted among random...

COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019) vaccinations are a critical control measure for the coronavirus pandemic that began in 2019. Several vaccines have been developed, and their effectiveness will almost certainly vary.This study aimed to assess how effective two doses of Pfizer Oxford-AstraZeneca were preventing SARS-CoV-2 infection six months after administration.This is retrospective cohort adult individuals from Jazan Region Saudi Arabia who received second dose vaccine [Pfizer (ASZ)]...

Background Overweight and obesity are excessive fat accumulations linked with many health problems, including heart diseases, type 2 diabetes cancer. Multiple studies have demonstrated that beliefs about overweight, self-efficacy play essential roles in the success of interventions for management. Objectives This study aimed to identify perceptions university students overweight using belief model (HBM) analyse their association body mass index (BMI) categories students. Design A...

(1) Background: The rising prevalence of e-cigarette use among university students necessitates a comprehensive understanding dependence levels and associated factors. This study investigates Jazan University in Saudi Arabia. (2) Methods: With the cross-sectional design, data were collected from 1187 through an online survey January to April 2024. Dependence assessed using Penn State Electronic Cigarette Index (PS-ECDI), Arabic version questionnaire was validated pilot testing. Multivariable...

(1) Background: Obesity, a poor diet, and inactivity are major health issues among Saudi youth. However, satisfaction with unhealthy lifestyles could impede change. This study assessed lifestyle factors related university students. (2) Methods: In this cross-sectional study, 1957 students at Jazan University completed surveys on demographics, physical activity, dietary habits, 10-point scales for weight, diet. Chi-squared tests logistic regression were used to analyze the associations...