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- Okyar, Ferit(1)
- Ovayolu, Nimet(1)
- Ovayolu, Özlem(1)
- Sezer, Süreyya Yonca(1)
- Sürmeli, Mahmut(1)
- Tan, Çetin(1)
- Topcuoğlu, Ceyhun(1)
- Tütün Yümin, Eylem(1)
- Yeşiltepe, Akgün(1)
- Yümin, Murat(1)
- Yılmaz, Coşkun(1)
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Yayınlar
- 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.
- MakaleYalnız künye2026Scopus SJRQ1Feeding problems in Turkish children with down syndrome and parental quality of life: A cross-sectional study
Okyar, Ferit; Kemer, Duygu
Background Children with Down syndrome (DS) often have feeding problems, which may negatively affect the quality of life (QoL) of their parents. This study aimed to identify feeding problems in children with DS and to examine the relationship between these feeding problems and parental QoL. Methods This cross-sectional study included 105 parents of children aged 10–18 years with DS in Turkey. Data were collected through face-to-face interviews using the Screening Tool of Feeding Problems (STEP) and the SF-36 Health Survey (SF-36). Results This study indicated that the mean STEP scale scores were below the average level across all frequency × severity subscales. Parents' mean scores on the SF-36 QoL scale were above the reference mean (x̄ = 50.00) for the physical functioning, vitality, mental health, social functioning, pain, and general health perception subscales, whereas scores for the physical role limitation and emotional role limitation subscales were below the reference mean. In this study, a moderate negative correlation was found between STEP subscale scores and parents' mean SF-36 subscale scores ( p ≤ 0.05). Conclusions In this study, a significant negative correlation was found between the STEP subscale scores and the parents' mean SF-36 subscale scores. Implications to practice: Routine feeding assessments using the STEP scale should be conducted for children with DS, and nurse-led parent education programs addressing feeding problems should be implemented.
- MakaleAçık Erişim2026Scopus SJRQ1The Efficacy of Structured Exercise Program Versus Aerobic Exercise in Tension-Type Headache: A Randomised Clinical Trial
Ataş, Kübra; Mutlu, Ebru Kaya
Background: Despite the widespread use of exercise in managing tension-type headache, there remains a lack of research on the effectiveness of combined structured exercise programs. The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of a structured exercise program versus aerobic exercise of equal duration on tension-type headache (TTH). Methods: Fifty-four female participants aged between 18 and 55 years were randomised to receive a 12-week exercise program, conducted twice a week for 45 min per session. The Structured Exercise Group (SEG) participated in a combination of aerobic, strengthening, and stretching exercises, whereas the Aerobic Exercise Group (AEG) performed only aerobic exercises. The primary outcome measure was the Headache Impact Test (HIT-6), a quality-of-life questionnaire. Secondary outcome measures included headache intensity, disability level, pressure pain threshold, proprioception, muscle strength, cervical posture, exercise capacity, anxiety, and depression. Results: Both groups showed statistically significant improvements in quality of life, pain intensity, disability, anxiety, depression, exercise capacity, pressure pain threshold, and proprioception (p < 0.05). Between-group comparisons revealed that the SEG demonstrated significantly greater improvements in quality of life, pressure pain threshold, proprioception, muscle strength, and posture (p < 0.05), whereas the AEG showed superior gains in exercise capacity (p < 0.05). Conclusion: Both exercise programs appear similarly effective for self-reported outcomes. Based on clinical measurement results, we recommend incorporating strengthening and stretching exercises into the aerobic exercise program and extending the duration to 12 weeks for additional benefits. Significance Statement: This study highlights the clinical value of supervised, physiotherapist-led exercise and the integration of personalised, multi-component strategies in managing tension-type headache. While both structured and aerobic programs improved pain, activity, and participation, the structured approach provided additional benefits in pressure pain threshold, proprioception, muscle strength, and posture. Tailoring interventions to individual clinical needs and extending the duration beyond 8 weeks may further enhance outcomes.
- MakaleAçık Erişim2025Scopus SJRQ1Muay Thai exercises improve quality of life, love of life and self-control
Şahin, Oktay; Yılmaz, Coşkun; Sezer, Süreyya Yonca; Şahin, Fatma Neşe; Ceylan, Levent; Çelikel, Baha Engin; Tan, Çetin; Akkuş Uçar, Mine; Kirikoğlu, Nagihan
Background: The existing research on Muay Thai sports has focused predominantly on the physiological effects of training, with limited attention devoted to the study of quality of life, love of life and self-control. The present study examined the effects of Muay Thai exercises on quality of life, love of life and self-control scores in healthy male subjects. Methods: The present study comprised 50 healthy sedentary male subjects. The subjects were randomly divided into two groups: one group engaged in Muay Thai training (MTT), while the other group served as a control group (CON). The sample sizes for the MTT and CON groups were both 25. The MTT group participated in basic Muay Thai training, while the CON group continued their normal life regime. The SF-12 quality of life scale, love of life scale and multidimensional self-control scale were administered before and after the six-week training period. Results: The study concluded that the six-week Muay Thai training program had a significant effect on quality of life levels, with 13.23% (p = 0.003) and 21.93% (p < 0.001) of participants demonstrating improvements in physical and mental scores, respectively. In terms of self-control levels, the program was found to have a significant effect on initiation and inhibition scores, with increases of 23.78% (p = 0.001) and 24.69% (p < 0.001), respectively. It was concluded that had a significant effect on the sub-dimensions of the Love of Life scale with increases of Positive Attitude Toward Life (PAWL) 18.63% (p < 0.001), Happy Results of the Love of Life (HRLL) 20.11% (p < 0.001) and Meaningfulness of Life (ML) 15.62% (p < 0.001), respectively. However, no significant differences were detected in any of the scales within the control group. Conclusion: Muay Thai exercises had a positive effect on quality of life, love of life and self-control levels in healthy male subjects. By providing valuable insights into how Muay Thai exercise affects quality of life, love of life, and self-control, this research can guide future intervention and program design in the context of sport psychology.
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İncele - MakaleYayıncıda açık erişim2023Scopus SJRQ2The Symptom Experience and Functioning of Non-Hospitalized COVID-19 Patients Within the First 20 days
Tütün Yümin, Eylem; Sürmeli, Mahmut; Topcuoğlu, Ceyhun; Başol Göksülük, Merve; Yümin, Murat
The adverse physical, psychological, and mental health consequences associated with COVID-19 illness are well-documented. However, how specific symptoms change over time and how COVID-19 affects one’s day-to-day activities of daily living (ADL), Quality of Life (QoL), sleep quality, and fatigue severity are not well described. This longitudinal and descriptive study examined the changes in COVID-19 symptoms, ADL, QoL, sleep quality, and fatigue severity within the first 20 days. A convenience sample (n = 41) of non-hospitalized SARS-CoV-2 positive patients were recruited and followed for 20 days. Participants completed self-report measures: COVID-19 symptoms, ADL, QoL, sleep quality, and fatigue severity at days: 1, 10, and 20 following a diagnosis. Findings revealed that symptoms decreased over 20 days (p <.001). In parallel with the decrease in symptoms, QoL and ADL improved over 20 days (p <.05). However, sleep quality and fatigue severity did not improve within 20 days (p >.05). Our findings contribute to the growing evidence that COVID-19 symptoms can linger, especially fatigue and sleep quality, that affect overall day-to-day functioning for at least 20 days after diagnosis. To mitigate the effect of COVID-19 on QOL and ADL, findings underscore the need for clinicians to work collaboratively with patients to develop a symptom management plan for a variety of symptoms including fatigue and sleep quality. Beginning to repurpose existing self-management strategies for the longer term COVID-19 symptoms could be beneficial and help to optimize patient outcomes. Future work should examine these variables over a longer timeframe and among different samples of non-hospitalized patients.
AtıfScopus1WoS1İncele - MakaleYalnız künye2022Scopus SJRQ2Quality of Life and Perceived Social Support Before and After Sex Reassignment Surgery
Gümüşsoy, Süreyya; Hortu, İsmet; Alp Dal, Nursel; Dönmez, Sevgül; Ergenoğlu, Ahmet Mete
This study aimed to explore the pre- and postoperative differences in quality of life and perceived social support of Female-to-Male transsexual patients who underwent mastectomy and complete hysterectomy. Sixty-three Female-to-Male female individuals who underwent complete hysterectomy and mastectomy between November 2019 and November 2020 were included in this study. Data were collected using the Personal Information Form, Multidimensional Scale of Perceived Social Support, and the World Health Organization Quality of Life Scale Short Form. The pre- and postoperative perceived social support mean scores of patients were 57.2 ± 9.0 and 74.9 ± 7.3, respectively. The pre- and postoperative quality of life mean scores of patients were 76.9 ± 8.3 and 107.8 ± 10.1, respectively. There were statistically significant differences between the measurements (p <.05). In addition, the patients whose education level was primary school, whose income was less than their expenditure, whose father was a primary school graduate, whose family had a strict family opinion on sexuality, whose family had a traditional view, and who had a high body mass index were found to have higher postoperative social support perceptions and quality of life. The patients’ postoperative quality of life and perceived social support improved after sex reassignment surgery.
AtıfScopus12WoS11OpenAlex13İncele - MakaleYalnız künye2020Scopus SJRQ2The Effect of Progressive Relaxation Exercises on Pain, Fatigue, and Quality of Life in Dialysis Patients
Kaplan Serin, Emine; Ovayolu, Nimet; Ovayolu, Özlem
Patients receiving hemodialysis treatment may experience several symptoms at the same time, such as fatigue and pain. Progressive relaxation exercises (PRE) have been reported to have positive effect on the control of these symptoms. In this study, a randomized, controlled, and experimental study was conducted to examine the effect of PRE on pain, fatigue, and quality of life in hemodialysis patients; the study was carried out with 48 intervention and 48 control patients receiving treatment in the hemodialysis units of 2 hospitals. Data were collected by a questionnaire prepared by the researcher, which included questions about sociodemographic variables and the disease; Piper Fatigue Scale; Visual Analog Scale that measures pain severity; and SF-36 Quality of Life Scale. The results of study revealed that mean total fatigue score and mean pain score decreased in the intervention group after the application of PRE; whereas no change was observed in the control group (P <.05). It was also found that quality of life physical component mean score and mental component mean score increased in the intervention group after the application of PRE (P <.05).
AtıfScopus35WoS31OpenAlex44İncele - MakaleYalnız künye2016Scopus SJRQ4AGEING IN THE RURAL AREA: QUALITY OF LIFE AND ASSOCIATED FACTORS IN SIVAS/TURKEY
Güler, Nuran; Güler, Zuhal; Özsel, Dogancan
Introduction: This study aimed to identify the Quality of Life (QOL) and associated factors among rural elders. They represent a growing percentage in the national population today and have become increasingly isolated in villages that are being drained due to migration flows from rural to urban areas. Materials and Method: The universe of the present cross-sectional study consists of people of and over the age of 65 living in villages of the Zara district in Sivas Province. The study sample is composed of 20 villages and 577 elderly individuals living in these villages. The data were collected with the use of a personal information form, the WHOQOL-Bref QOL scale, the Geriatric Depression scale, and the Barthel Index of Activities of Daily Living through face-to-face interviews. The data thus obtained were evaluated on the SPSS software through the implementation of the distribution measures, Mann-Whitney U test, and Kruskall-Wallis Variance test. Results: Twenty-five per cent of the elderly individuals included in the study perceive their health status as being poor. The difference between gender, age, education, economic status, health perception, dependency information, and score averages in all subfield scores of QOL among the elderly was found to be statistically significant (p<0.05). Conclusion: Advanced age, female gender, chronic disease, depression, perception of health as poor, dependency, and constantly living in a village were determined to be among the negative factors that affect the elderly's QOL.
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