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- MakaleAçık Erişim2026Food Literacy, Sustainable Eating Behaviors, and Healthy Eating Index in University Students
Yeşiltepe, Akgün; Haznedar, Nagihan Kırcalı; Macit, Arife
Objective: This study aims to examine the relationships among food literacy, sustainable and healthy eating behaviors, and Healthy Eating Index (HEI) scores among university students. Materials and Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted with 301 volunteer university students using a structured questionnaire which included questions about general information, a sustainable and healthy eating behaviors scale (SHEB), a food literacy scale (FOODLIT), and a 24-hour dietary recall. HEI (2015) scores were calculated for all participants using 24-hour data. The statistical analysis of the data was performed using the JASP and SPSS (version 26.0) software. Results: The mean SHEB, FOODLIT, and HEI scores of the participants were 2.93±0.82, 33.13±12.55, and 41.22±11.44, respectively. A positive and significant relationship was found between FOODLIT and SHEB scores (r=0.418; p<0.05), and FOODLIT scores were found to explain 17.5% of the variance in SHEB scores (R2=0.175). In dimension analyses, environmentally safe and selection-planning skills stood out as variables associated with HEI scores, while no significant relationship was found between HEI scores and other variables. Conclusion: In conclusion, it is considered that food literacy is associated with sustainable eating behaviors, but this relationship may not directly reflect diet quality.
- MakaleYalnız künye2026Scopus SJRQ1Happiness and Psychological Well-Being Among Fathers of Young Children: Evidence From Tunceli, Turkey
Şen Montazerirad, Buket; Yeşiltepe, Akgün
Fatherhood significantly influences psychological well-being and happiness, yet fathers particularly of young children are underrepresented in research. This study examines the relationship between happiness and psychological well-being in this group. This study aims to explore the relationship between happiness and psychological well-being among fathers of children in early childhood. A descriptive-correlational study was conducted with data collected online using validated self-report questionnaires on demographic characteristics, happiness, and psychological well-being from 257 participants. A statistically significant, strong, and positive relationship was found between happiness and psychological well-being (r = 0.626, p = 0.000). Regression analysis revealed that happiness explained 39.2% of the variance in psychological well-being and was a significant predictor (R2 = 0.392). Each unit increase in psychological well-being was associated with a 0.794-unit increase in happiness (β = 0.794; p < 0.05). Fathers’ happiness is a key determinant of their psychological well-being and psychosocial interventions targeting fathers may enhance both paternal and child well-being.
- MakaleYalnız künye2026Scopus SJRQ1The Effect of Women’s Menstrual Attitudes and Hygiene Practices on Self-Care Behaviors
Yeyğel, Çiler; Yeşiltepe, Akgün
Objective: While menstrual attitudes and hygiene practices are often examined in the literature through informational, risk-based, and cultural lenses, studies that directly address their holistic relationship to self-care behaviors remain limited. This study aims to investigate the impact of women’s menstrual attitudes and hygiene practices on their self-care behaviors. Methods: This is a cross-sectional analytical study. The study was completed between 5 October 2024 and 23 January 2025, with 700 women aged 18–49 in their reproductive period. Data were collected using a Demographic Information Form, the Menstrual Attitude Questionnaire, and the Self-Care Inventory. Spearman’s correlation analysis, the Mann-Whitney U test, and the Kruskal-Wallis test were used for data analysis. To examine nonlinear relationships and multivariable interactions, a Random Forest regression analysis was performed. Results: A positive and statistically significant relationship was found between menstrual attitudes and overall self-care (r = 0.132, p < 0.001). MAQ scores did not differ significantly across variables (p > 0.05). However, SCI scores showed significant differences based on menstrual hygiene education status, type of underwear used during menstruation, hand hygiene practices, and frequency of menstrual material use (p < 0.05). According to the Random Forest regression model, menstrual attitudes were identified as the strongest predictor of self-care behaviors. Conclusions: The results of this study supported the positive influence of women’s menstrual attitudes and hygiene practices on their self-care behaviors. The relationships between self-care and parameters such as menstrual hygiene education, frequency and type of menstrual material use, and hand hygiene during menstruation were clearly demonstrated. Given the limited number of studies in this field, randomized controlled trials and meta-analyses with high levels of evidence are recommended to generalize these results.
- MakaleYalnız künye2026Scopus SJRQ1Psychological well-being and aggression in handball players: examining the mediating role of exercise addiction
Güler, Muhammed; Yeşiltepe, Akgün; Topcuoğlu, Ceyhun
Objective: This study aimed to examine the relationship between psychological well-being and aggression among handball players and to determine whether exercise addiction mediates this relationship. Methods: A descriptive, cross-sectional, and correlational design was used. The population consisted of players competing in the Turkish Handball Leagues during the 2024–2025 season, and 442 athletes participated using a non-probability sampling method. Data were collected via an online survey including a personal information form, the Psychological Well-Being Scale, the Buss–Perry Aggression Questionnaire, and the Exercise Addiction Inventory. Results: Psychological well-being showed a significant negative correlation with aggression (r = −0.242, p < 0.001). Exercise addiction was positively associated with both psychological well-being (r = 0.212, p < 0.001) and aggression (r = 0.105, p = 0.027). Mediation analysis indicated that exercise addiction significantly and partially mediated the relationship between psychological well-being and aggression (indirect effect 95% CI: 0.0246–0.1654). The direct effect of psychological well-being on aggression remained significant (β = −0.7093, p < 0.001). Conclusion: Higher psychological well-being was associated with lower aggression among handball players, whereas exercise addiction was associated with both higher psychological well-being and higher aggression and emerged as a partial statistical mediator of this relationship. These findings may help inform future studies and preventive strategies focusing on athlete mental health and behavioral regulation. However, because of the cross-sectional design, causal inferences cannot be drawn.
- MakaleAçık Erişim2026Scopus SJRQ1Predictive Value of Health Literacy on Health-Promoting and Protective Behaviours in Turkish Nurses and Allied Health Workers
Deniz Akan, Dilan; Yeşiltepe, Akgün
Aim: This study aims to investigate the extent to which Turkish nurses and allied health workers' levels of health literacy predict health-promoting and protective behaviours. Desing: A descriptive and cross-sectional study design was used. Methods: The study was conducted with 403 Turkish nurses and allied health workers working in different regions of Türkiye between January and May 2024. JASP 0.18.3.0, Jamovi 2.3.21, and SPSS 26 and AMOS26 programs were used for data analysis. Descriptive statistics and simple and multiple regression analysis were used in the analysis of the data. Results: A positive, moderately significant relationship was found between health literacy and health-promoting and protective behaviours (r = 0.460, p < 0.001). Regression analysis results showed that health literacy explained 21.1% (R2 = 21.1) of the change in health-promoting and protective behaviours and was a significant predictor of health-promoting and protective behaviours. Patient or Public Contribution: Understanding the predictive effect of health literacy and preventive health behaviours can guide practices and policies that will improve the level of health literacy and preventive health behaviours in healthcare workers. Improving their health literacy and preventive health behaviours can help patients and the general public increase their health literacy levels and gain positive health behaviours.
- MakaleAçık Erişim2026Scopus SJRQ2Exploring Health Literacy, Anxiety, and Perception Among Nursing and Allied Health Students in Turkey: A Cross-Sectional Study
Yeşiltepe, Akgün; Daşbilek, Ferhat; Ayhan, Mehmet Osman
Background: Health literacy, anxiety, and perception directly affect healthcare students' readiness for professional roles. Assessing these factors is crucial to enhance both their well-being and patient care quality. This study examined health literacy, health anxiety, and health perception among Health Sciences students and their links to socio-demographic factors. Methods: A cross-sectional and descriptive design was used in accordance with the STROBE guidelines. The sample, consisting of 258 students from Munzur University Faculty of Health Sciences, was selected using stratified and simple random sampling methods. Data were collected using a Descriptive Information Form, the Health Literacy Scale, the Health Anxiety Inventory, and the Health Perception Scale. Descriptive statistics, Mann−Whitney U, Kruskal−Wallis tests with Bonferroni correction, and Spearman's correlation analysis were conducted using SPSS 26 and JASP 0.19. Results: Students demonstrated inadequate health literacy (17.75 ± 11.37) and moderate health perception (43.43 ± 6.25); the mean health anxiety score was 18.78 ± 6.14. A weak but statistically significant positive correlation was found between health literacy and health anxiety (r = 0.225, p < 0.05) and between health perception and health anxiety (r = 0.215, p < 0.05); however, no significant correlation was observed between health literacy and health perception (r = 0.090, p > 0.05). Health perception revealed statistically significant differences according to maternal education level, place of residence, and frequency of reading health-related research. Health literacy significantly differed by academic department, year of study, perceived health status, and perceived usefulness of online health information. Health anxiety varied significantly by the presence of chronic illness, chronic illness status, perceived health status, medication use, and alcohol/tobacco consumption. Conclusion: The findings highlight the complex interplay between cognitive (health literacy), emotional (health anxiety), and perceptual (health perception) dimensions of student health. Promoting digital health literacy and providing counselling services may help reduce health anxiety and enhance self-awareness among health sciences students.
- MakaleAçık Erişim2026Scopus SJRQ1Loneliness as a predictor of quality of life in older adults receiving primary health care in Türkiye: a cross-sectional study
Atila, Dinçer; Yeşiltepe, Akgün; Çal, Ayşe
Background: Loneliness and social isolation among older adults is a growing concern in many societies, as the aging population continues to increase. The aim of the study is to examine the relationship between loneliness and quality of life in individuals aged 65 and over who apply to primary health care institutions. Methods: This descriptive-correlational study was conducted face-to-face with 216 individuals aged 65 and over. The socio-demographic form and the Loneliness Scale for Elderly and Quality of Life Scale were used as data collection tools in the study. JASP 0.19, SPSS 26 analysis programs were used to perform t test, One Way ANOVA Bonferrroni test, Pearson correlation, and regression analysis. Results: According to Pearson correlation analysis, strong negative relationships were found between quality of life and loneliness in the elderly. As quality of life increased, levels of loneliness, social loneliness, and emotional loneliness decreased (r = −0.854, r = −0.737, r = −0.717; p <0.001). While there was a strong positive relationship between the loneliness scale for elderly and the social loneliness sub-dimension (r = 0.867, p < 0.001), there was also a positive relationship between the loneliness scale for elderly and the emotional loneliness sub-dimension (r = 0.835, p < 0.001). A statistically significant difference was found between chronic disease, educational status, income status, marital status, and both loneliness and quality of life. Conclusion: Loneliness is an important predictor of quality of life among older adults. Both social and emotional loneliness are negatively associated with quality of life, indicating that higher levels of loneliness are linked to lower quality of life in this population.
- MakaleAçık Erişim2025Scopus SJRQ2Nursing Students' Attitudes Towards Clinical Practice and Occupational Risk Perceptions
Daşbilek, Ferhat; Yeşiltepe, Akgün; Erçel, Şeyda
Aims and Objectives: In this study, it was aimed to determine nursing students' attitudes towards clinical practice and their perceptions of occupational risk. Method: The research is descriptive and cross-sectional. The population of this study consisted of second-, third- and fourth-year students studying in the Department of Nursing affiliated to the Faculty of Health Sciences of a university located in Turkey. The analysis was conducted using JASP 0.19.1.0 and SPSS 25 software. Mann–Whitney U and Kruskal–Wallis tests were applied. The Bonferroni test was performed to identify the group causing the difference. Results: A significant positive correlation was found between nursing students' perception of occupational risk and nursing students' attitude toward clinical practice (r = 0.434, p = 0.000). The mean score of the nursing students' perception of occupational risk in nursing students was 68.74 ± 15.04. The mean score of attitude towards clinical practice in nursing students was 100.04 ± 24.83. A statistically significant difference was found between the presence of attitude towards clinical practice in nursing students and perception of occupational risk in nursing students in the gender variable (p < 0.05), whereas a statistically significant difference was found between adequate information about the nursing profession and attitude towards clinical practice in nursing students (p < 0.05). Conclusion: In the findings of the study, nursing students' perception of occupational risk and attitudes towards clinical practice were found at a high level. A statistically significant difference was found between the presence of perception of occupational risk in nursing students and attitude towards clinical practice in nursing students in the gender variable. In addition, a statistically significant difference was found between adequate knowledge and nursing profession about the nursing profession and attitude towards clinical practice in nursing students.
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İncele - MakaleAçık Erişim2025Scopus SJRQ3Sexually transmitted diseases-related knowledge levels of midwifery students studying at two different universities: A comparative study
Yeşiltepe, Akgün; Ulucan, Mihriban; Akan, Ayşenur; Can, Hafize Öztürk
This study aimed to compare the knowledge levels of midwifery students from two universities in eastern and western Turkey regarding sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). A descriptive, comparative study was conducted with midwifery students from both regions.The average score on the STD Knowledge Test was 14.49±3.83. Students from the western university scored 14.63±3.60, while those from the eastern university scored 13.98±4.58. Among western university students, knowledge scores were significantly associated with factors such as year of study, place of residence, and prior sexual health education. For eastern university students, significant factors included age, year of study, social security status, and university-based sexual health education (p<0.05). It is recommended that educational programs be strengthened to enhance students' knowledge and improve access to accurate, reliable information. African Journal of Reproductive Health © 2025.; L'étude visait à comparer les niveaux de connaissance des étudiants sages-femmes de deux universités situées l'est et à l'ouest de la Turquie sur les maladies sexuellement transmissibles. Cette étude descriptive et comparative a été menée auprès d'étudiants des départements de sages-femmes de deux universités différentes situées dans les régions de l'est et de l'ouest de la Turquie. Le score moyen obtenu par le test de connaissances sur les maladies sexuellement transmissibles était de 14,49±3,83. Alors que le score moyen obtenu par « les participants fréquentant l'université de l'ouest de la Turquie était de 14.63±3.60, le score moyen obtenu par » les participants fréquentant l'université de l'est de la Turquie était de 13.98±4.58. Alors qu'il y avait une relation statistiquement significative entre les scores moyens obtenus au test de connaissance des maladies sexuellement transmissibles par les étudiants de l'université de l'ouest et les variables telles que l'année scolaire, le lieu de résidence, l'éducation à la santé sexuelle au lycée, l'éducation à la santé sexuelle à l'université, et la connaissance des maladies sexuellement transmissibles, il y avait une relation statistiquement significative entre les scores moyens obtenus à la même échelle par les étudiants de l'université de l'est et les variables telles que l'âge, l'année scolaire, la sécurité sociale, l'éducation à la santé sexuelle à l'université (p˂0,05). Le niveau de connaissance des étudiants sur les maladies sexuellement transmissibles est insuffisant; il est donc recommandé que les étudiants participent à des activités éducatives pour améliorer leur niveau de connaissance sur les maladies sexuellement transmissibles et pour leur permettre d'accéder à des sources précises et fiables.
- MakaleAçık Erişim2024Determination of glass ceiling barriers in Academicians
Aslan, Sinan; Yeşiltepe, Akgün; Ozturk, Aygul
Aim: This study was planned to determine the perceptions of academicians working at universities in Turkey about artificial barriers that prevent women from rising to upper levels of management. Materials and Methods: This descriptive study was carried out by reaching 394 academicians who are actively working in the Academy and who agreed to participate in the study between February 16 and March 15, 2022, via online survey method. Results: While a difference was found between perceived glass ceiling barriers of academicians who participated in the study and their age, gender, marital status, status of having children, educational status and academic title (p<0.05); no difference was found between perceived glass ceiling barriers and income status, working years, number of boards academicians were in, the state of choosing the profession willingly and the state of being satisfied with the profession (p>0.05). Mean score of Glass Ceiling Barriers Scale for Academicians used in this study was found as 74.30±18.93 and it was found that academicians had moderate level of perceptions about artificial barriers preventing women from rising to upper levels of management. Conclusion: The research clearly reveals the thoughts of both men and women on gender equality and provides guiding data for academics.
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İncele - MakaleAçık Erişim2024Scopus SJRQ2An evaluation of societal perception of monkeypox in terms of disease anxiety and stress levels: A Turkish sample
Yeşiltepe, Akgün; Ayşe, Ç.A.L.
Objective: The purpose of this research was to examine community perception of monkeypox in terms of epidemic anxiety and stress levels. Methods: This research was performed as a descriptive, cross-sectional study. The research was conducted with 1001 individuals between September and December 2022. AMOS 24, JAMOVI, and SPSS version 25 software were employed. The data were collected using a descriptive form, the Epidemic Anxiety Scale, and the Perceived Stress Scale. Results: The mean Epidemic Anxiety Scale score was 52.47 ± 14.52, and the mean Perceived Stress Scale score was 41.88 ± 6.83. Significant positive correlation was determined between the Epidemic Anxiety Scale and the Perceived Stress Scale (r = 0.350, p =.000). A one-unit increase in perceived stress caused a 0.360 increase in epidemic anxiety (ß = 0.360). In addition, having heard of and fearing monkeypox, thinking about its ability to cause an epidemic, and perceived stress emerged as significant predictors of epidemic anxiety. Conclusion: The community was found to exhibit a moderate level of epidemic anxiety and a low level of perceived stress. Epidemic anxiety levels increased in line with perceived stress levels. We recommend that individuals in need receive support by determining epidemic anxiety and perceived stress levels in the community.
AtıfScopus1WoS1OpenAlex1İncele - MakaleAçık Erişim2023Belediye'nin farklı birimlerinde çalışan saha işçilerinin güvenlik algıları ve etkileyen faktörler
Yeşiltepe, Akgün; Karadağ, Gülendam
Güvenlik iklimi, işyerlerinde güvenli davranışları ve güvenlik tutumlarını etkileyen bir durumdur. Bu araştırma, Belediye'nin farklı birimlerinde çalışan saha işçilerinin güvenlik algıları ve etkileyen faktörleri incelemek amacıyla yapılmıştır. Tanımlayıcı tipte olan araştırmanın örneklemini bir ildeki 123 belediye saha işçisi oluşturmuştur. Araştırmanın verileri “Tanıtıcı Bilgi Formu” ve “Güvenlik İklimi Ölçeği” kullanılarak yüz yüze görüşme tekniği ile 2020 Temmuz – 2021 Haziran tarihleri arasında toplanmıştır. Verilerin değerlendirilmesinde Student t testi, One Way ANOVA, doğrusal regresyon analizi kullanıldı. Post-hoc testlerden Bonferroni analizi yapıldı. Güvenlik iklimi ölçeğinin ortalaması 1.93±0.68 ve orta düzeydedir. İşçilerin, eğitim durumu ve çalışma şekli ile istatistiksel açıdan anlamlı bir fark varken (p<0.05) yaş, aylık gelir, çalışma yılı, medeni durum, iş sağlığı güvenliği eğitimi alma ve çalışılan birim ile güvenlik iklimi arasında istatistiksel açıdan anlamlı bir fark yoktur (p>0.05). İşletmeler; işçilerin güvenlik iklimi algısını arttırmak için hizmet içi eğitimler ve periyodik iş sağlığı ve güvenliğine yönelik bilgilendirmeler yapmalıdır
- MakaleAçık Erişim2023Ziraat Odasına Bağlı Çiftçilerin Karşılaştıkları Tehlike ve Risklerin Sağlık Algısına Etkisi
Dokuzcan, Deniz Aslı; Yeşiltepe, Akgün; Karadağ, Gülendam; Ozturk, Aygul
Bu araştırma, ziraat odasına bağlı çiftçilerin karşılaştıkları tehlike ve risklerin sağlık algısına etkisini incelemek amacıyla yapılmıştır. Tanımlayıcı tipte olan araştırmanın örneklemini Güneydoğu Anadolu bölgesinde bir ilin ziraat odasına bağlı 366 çiftçi oluşturmuştur. Veriler tanımlayıcı form ve sağlık algısı ölçeği kullanılarak toplanmıştır. Verilerin değerlendirilmesinde Student t testi, One Way ANOVA, Pearson korelasyon, çoklu doğrusal regresyon analizi kullanılmıştır. Post-hoc testlerden Bonferroni ve Tamhane analizi yapılmıştır. Sağlık Algısı ölçeğinin ortalaması 49.68±7.14’dir. Çiftçilerin; yaşı, eğitim durumu, sosyal güvencesi, yaşanılan yer, aile tipi, sağlığı düşünme durumu, ilaç kullanımı ile sağlık algısı ölçeği arasında istatistiksel açıdan anlamlı bir fark bulunmuştur (p<0.05). Sosyo-demografik değişkenler, çiftçilerin sağlık algısından elde ettiği puanlarında meydana gelen değişikliğin %34’ünü açıklamaktadır (R²=0.343). Ayrıca; 10 kg üstü ağırlık taşıma ve kaldırma, tarımsal ilaç ve toza maruziyet, çalışırken dikkat kaybı, kişisel koruyucu donanım kullanımı, iş sağlığı güvenliği eğitimi alma ve iş kazası geçirme göre sağlık algıları farklılaşmaktadır (p<0.05). Çiftçilerin, sağlık algısı düzeyi orta düzeydedir. Çiftçilerin sağlık algılarını artırmak için toplumsal temelli farkındalık çalışmaları yapılmalıdır.
AtıfOpenAlex3TR Dizin1İncele - MakaleAçık Erişim2023Examining the relationship between attitudes of ambivalent sexism and dating violence
Yeşiltepe, Akgün; Tire, Olcay
The aim of this study is to investigate the relationship between attitudes towards dating violence and conflicting sexist attitudes. This descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted using a total of 283 students at the Faculty of Letters of Munzur University in Türkiye between February and June 2021. The data were collected using a descriptive information form, the Ambivalent Sexism Inventory and the Dating Violence Questionnaire, and analyzed using Mann Whitney U and Kruskal Wallis tests, Spearman’s correlation analysis and Bonferroni test. A statistically significant moderately positive relationship was found between the students’ attitudes of ambivalent sexism and dating violence. The students had a high level of ambivalent sexism and a low level of dating violence. In the study, it was determined that men (74.93±22.41) exhibit higher ambivalent sexism attitudes than women (60.14±22.02), and the mean dating violence rate of men (1.56±0.38) is higher than that of women (1.30±0.29). As a result of the analysis, it was determined that the hostile and protective sexist attitude, which is the sub-dimensions of ambivalent sexism, is higher in male students than in female students. Finally, it was found that those with high protective sexism attitudes have more dating violence attitudes than those with high hostile sexism attitudes. The findings reveal that the ambivalent sexist attitude supports dating violence.
AtıfOpenAlex2İncele - MakaleYalnız künye2023Scopus SJRQ4The Effect of the Health Literacy Levels of Teachers on Their Vaccine Hesitancy: The Example of Turkey
Yeşiltepe, Akgün; Çal, Ayşe
Teachers assume important responsibilities in improving the health literacy levels of the society. Health literacy and vaccination are important prerequisites for health protection and promotion. This study aimed to investigate the effect of teachers’ health literacy levels on their vaccine hesitancy. This is a descriptive cross-sectional study. The health literacy and vaccine hesitancy levels of the teachers were found to be moderate. A negative and weak significant relationship was observed between health literacy and vaccine hesitancy, indicating that as health literacy increases, vaccine hesitancy may decrease. In addition, it was revealed that general health perception and over-the-counter drug use are associated with health literacy, and age, income status, and place of residence are associated with vaccine hesitancy. The health literacy and vaccine hesitancy levels of teachers should be improved. As health literacy increases, vaccine hesitancy decreases, which is an important finding in terms of increasing the effectiveness of vaccination programs.
AtıfScopus3WoS3OpenAlex3İncele - MakaleYalnız künye2023Scopus SJRQ2The effect of occupational training provided to workers in a glass factory on their use of ear protectors
Yeşiltepe, Akgün; Karadağ, Gülendam
Objectives. This study aimed to determine the effect of occupational training applied to workers working in noisy parts of a glass factory on the use of ear protectors. Methods. The study was a semi-experimental pre-test and post-test design. It was carried out with 45 workers determined by purposeful sampling and working in a glass production factory who accepted to participate in the study. The data were collected with an information form and noise-related symptom chart, hearing health information questionnaire and observation. In the analysis of the study data, the number/percentage, χ 2 test, Cohen κ test and analysis of variance were used. Results. It was determined that workers pre training did not use ear protectors (100%) and there were some noise-related health complaints. There was an increase in using ear protectors (57.8%) and a decrease in their health complaints post training. It was also found that the workers’ pre-training hearing health information questionnaire mean score was 11.46 ± 3.20, and post training was 13.77 ± 3.42 in the first month and 15.77 ± 2.88 in the fourth month. Conclusions. Occupational training provided to the workers increased the workers’ awareness level and their rate of wearing ear protectors, and health problems caused by work-related noise started to recover.
AtıfScopus1WoS1OpenAlex2İncele - MakaleYalnız künye2023Scopus SJRQ3Investigating the selfitis behaviors and self-esteem of nursing and medical technology students
Aslan, Sinan; Yeşiltepe, Akgün; Bülbüloğlu, Semra
Introduction: In this study, we aimed to investigate the selfitis behaviors and self-esteem of nursing and medical technology students. Material and Methods: This descriptive and cross-sectional study was conducted with the participation of 612 students studying in the departments of nursing and medical technology at a university in eastern Turkey. The non-parametric Mann-Whitney U test and Kruskal Wallis test were carried out. Results: The participants were between the ages of 18 and 24. Most of the participants in both department groups were women. More than 90% of the participants in both groups were using social media. It was determined that they used WhatsApp, Instagram, and Twitter most, and they took selfies for sharing these selfies with their friends on social media. A statistically significant negative correlation was found between the selfitis behaviors of the participants and their self-esteem levels. Conclusion: The nursing and medical technology students who participated in this study had moderate levels of selfitis behaviors and self-esteem, and there was a negative relationship between these two variables. To facilitate the socializing of students in real life, we recommend that their family and close circle support be increased. We recommend raising awareness on print and visual media regarding problematic social media usage behaviors.
AtıfOpenAlex2İncele - MakaleYalnız künye2022Scopus SJRQ3Examining the perspectives of textile workers on organ donation and related factors
Yeşiltepe, Akgün; Bulbuloglu, Semra; Aslan, Sinan
Objective: In this study, we aimed to examine the perspectives of textile workers on organ donation and related factors. Method: The sample of this descriptive and cross-sectional study consisted of employees of a textile factory located in eastern Turkey (n = 166). The data were collected using the forms Personal Information and determining Knowledge, Awareness, and Willingness regarding Organ Donation and Transplantation. Data collection forms were prepared by researchers based on the literature and taking expert opinion. In the analysis of the study data, number-percentage, chi-square test and Cramér's phi correlation analysis were used. Results: The mean age of the participants was 21.10 ± 2.53, and the numbers of men and women were equal. It was determined that 63.3% of the participants needed education related to organ donation, and 57.8% were willing to donate their organs. There is a correlation the high levels of knowledge, awareness, and willingness regarding organ donation and transplantation with the participant's levels of thinking about donating their organs. Conclusion: Our results supported the view that high levels of knowledge and awareness increased willingness about organ donation. In increasing the number of organ donors, high levels of knowledge and awareness are highly important, all parts of society should be provided with education on this issue, and it should be considered that workers of all sectors, especially textile workers, constitute a significant proportion of most societies in terms of numbers.
AtıfScopus2WoS1OpenAlex2İncele - MakaleYalnız künye202140 yaş üstü bireylerin kardiyovasküler hastalıklar risk faktörleri bilgi düzeyleri ve bazı değişkenlerle ilişkisi
Karatay, Gülnaz; Yeşiltepe, Akgün; Aktaş, Hakkı
Amaç: Bu çalışmada, 40 yaş üstü bireylerde kardiyovasküler hastalık risk faktörleri bilgi düzeylerinin saptanması ve bazı değişkenlerle ilişkisinin ortaya konulması amaçlandı. Yöntem: Kesitsel türdeki bu çalışma; bir il merkezinde ağırlıklı tabakalı örnekleme yöntemi kullanılarak seçilen 40 yaş üstü 386 kişi ile yürütüldü. Veriler 15 Mayıs-15 Haziran 2018 tarihleri arasında yüz yüze görüşme yapılarak toplandı. Verilerin değerlendirilmesinde Mann Whitney U ve Kruskall Wallis analizi ile spearman korelasyon analizi yapıldı. Farklılığın hangi gruptan kaynaklandığını bulmak için düzeltilmiş Bonferroni testi kullanıldı. Bulgular: Katılımcıların KARRİF-BD toplam puan ve KVH’den Korunma, KVH Risk Faktörleri, KVH’nin Özellikleri alt boyut puan ortalamaların sırasıyla; 19,92±4,40, 6,20±1,56, 11,40±2,65, 2,31±1,08 olarak hesaplandı. Öğrenim durumu ve meslek ile KARRİF-BD puanları arasında istatistiksel olarak anlamlı fark saptandı. Sonuç: Bu örneklem grubunda KVH risk faktörlerine ilişkin bilgi düzeyinin diğer çalışmalarla benzerlik gösterdiği, risk farkındalığı ile davranışlar arasında uyum olmadığı saptandı.
AtıfTR Dizin7İncele - MakaleAçık Erişim2021Scopus SJRQ1Investigation of perceived fear of COVID-19 and vaccine hesitancy in nursing students
Yeşiltepe, Akgün; Aslan, Sinan; Bulbuloglu, Semra
This study aims to investigate the perceived fear of COVID-19 and vaccine hesitancy in nursing students. This study was conducted as a cross-sectional study with the participation of 1167 nursing students. Personal Information Form, Vaccine Hesitancy Scale and Fear of COVID-19 Scale were used for data collection. The reasons for the vaccine hesitancy of the students were listed as follows: 57.6% of them stated that it had side effects, 17.7% stated there was no conclusive evidence that the vaccine was effective, and 12.6% stated it was not reliable. A positive correlation was found between fear of COVID-19 and vaccine hesitancy.
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