@article { author = {Shaghaghian, Soheila and Malekzadeh, Belgheys and Sayadi, Mehrab}, title = {Safety Status of Schools in Shiraz and its Related Factors}, journal = {International Journal of School Health}, volume = {4}, number = {2}, pages = {1-7}, year = {2017}, publisher = {Shiraz University of Medical Sciences}, issn = {2345-5152}, eissn = {2383-1219}, doi = {10.17795/intjsh-39197}, abstract = {Objectives: Due to the high impact of school safety on students’ health, this study was conducted to determine safety status of the schools of Shiraz and its related factors.Methods: In this cross-sectional study, 310 schools of Shiraz during year 2013 were selected by randomized multi-stage sampling. Our data-gathering tool was a valid and reliable researcher-made questionnaire which was designed based on the school health guideline standardized by Institute of standards and industrial research of Iran. Using this questionnaire, 12 items of school safety were evaluated. Safety status of the schools, overall and in each item, was calculated from the total score of 100. The relationship between school characteristics and its safety status was also evaluated using the SPSS software and the following statistical tests: Spearman’s correlation, independent sample t-test, one-way Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) with Tukey’s post-hoc test. Statistical significance was set at P < 0.05.Results: The mean of the overall school safety was 63.72 ± 8.97. Among safety items of the schools, the mean of the fire control item had the least score (34.03 ± 14.16). Overall school safety was significantly better in larger schools, in schools with more land area (P = 0.009), more yard surface area (P = 0.044), higher number of classes (P = 0.003), and higher number of staffs (P = 0.006). However, there were no significant differences between overall safety scores of elementary, middle, and high schools (P = 0.098), as well as between governmental and private schools (P = 0.954).Conclusions: Safety status of Shiraz schools, especially in fire control item, was not desirable. Therefore, interventions for improving the status are necessary. Safer heating system should be used in schools and all schools should have appropriate fire extinguishers. These interventions are necessary for all school grades, including elementary, middle and high schools, and for both governmental and private schools.}, keywords = {Schools,Safety,Related Factor,Shiraz}, url = {https://intjsh.sums.ac.ir/article_45107.html}, eprint = {https://intjsh.sums.ac.ir/article_45107_27191274b6ef50980c3d528a083e994c.pdf} } @article { author = {Hamidi, Farideh and Paidar, Farshid and Mohammadi, Farangis}, title = {The Role of Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy on Students Adjustment}, journal = {International Journal of School Health}, volume = {4}, number = {2}, pages = {1-6}, year = {2017}, publisher = {Shiraz University of Medical Sciences}, issn = {2345-5152}, eissn = {2383-1219}, doi = {10.17795/intjsh-40020}, abstract = {Background: Adjustment is one of the factors that promote mental health and academic achievement of students.Objectives: This study examined the role of rational emotive behavior therapy on adjustment among high school male students of Bostan-Abad city.Methods: The method was experimental and the statistical population included all 2nd and 3rd grade high school students of the city of Bostan-Abad enrolled in the academic year 2014 to 2015, that were estimated as 680 students. To select the sample, the adjustment inventory for school students (AISS Singh Sinha, 1993) was completed by 150 students, of whom 30 students met the required conditions, and were divided randomly to two groups (15 in the experimental and 15 in the control group). Rational emotive behavior therapy was conducted during eight sessions.Results: After entering the data into the SPSS20 software, the data were analyzed using analysis of covariance (ANCOVA), which showed that after the intervention, the relationship among general adjustment and its components in the control and experiment group was significant (P < 0.01). In this regard, Rational Emotive Behavior therapy enhances the overall adjustment (F (1, 27)= 15.02, P = 0.001, η P 2= 0.46) among the students.Conclusions: The results indicate that rational emotive behavior therapy improves the overall adjustment and its components in high school male students.}, keywords = {Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy,Adjustment,Students}, url = {https://intjsh.sums.ac.ir/article_45108.html}, eprint = {https://intjsh.sums.ac.ir/article_45108_d978555865199ebbcace735736318350.pdf} } @article { author = {Bahrololoomi, Zahra and Fotouhi Ardakani, Faezeh and Dehestani Ardakani, Fahimeh}, title = {Body Mass Index and Dental Caries in Children}, journal = {International Journal of School Health}, volume = {4}, number = {2}, pages = {1-6}, year = {2017}, publisher = {Shiraz University of Medical Sciences}, issn = {2345-5152}, eissn = {2383-1219}, doi = {10.17795/intjsh-40425}, abstract = {Background: Dental caries is the most common chronic childhood disease with serious implications for individual and public health. Obesity is the most common nutritional problem in children and caries are associated with a large number of negative health outcomes. Dental caries in children is reported to affects their anthropometric outcomes, but the evidence is conflicting.Objectives: Based on the differences in the findings of the studies and the possible role of obesity in the pathogenesis of dental caries, the current study aimed to investigate the relationship between body mass index (BMI) and dental caries among children aged three to six years.Methods: In this cross-sectional study, 400 children aged three to six years were selected through cluster sampling from Yazd kindergartens, Iran. Weight and height were measured using scale and tape measure, while decayed, missing, and filled teeth (DMFT) was recorded through intraoral examination using mirror, probe and flashlight. Then the relationship between calculated growth indices z-score (evaluated by world health organization (WHO) Anthro and WHO AnthroPlus software) and DMFT was considered. The results were analysed using SPSS ver. 20 and Kruskal-Wallis, Spearman correlation coefficient and Pearson tests.Results: An inverse correlation was found between BMI z-score and DMFT (P = 0.006, r = -0.14). Assessment of the effect of demographic variables showed significant relationship in boys (P = 0.01) and children under five years (P = 0.04).Conclusions: It appears that children with a high BMI z-score had lower DMFT and that there is a negative correlation between obesity and tooth decay.}, keywords = {dental caries,Obesity,Body mass index,Child}, url = {https://intjsh.sums.ac.ir/article_45109.html}, eprint = {https://intjsh.sums.ac.ir/article_45109_d1664f762bf3d79e343d039c8e4697e0.pdf} } @article { author = {Tajikzadeh, Fakhri and Abbasi, Fatemeh and Sadeghi, Razieh and Aflakseir, Abdolaziz}, title = {The Relationship Between Behavioral Inhibition Strategies for Cognitive Regulation of Emotions and Young Adult Family of Life Events and Changes with Obsessive-Compulsive Traits in Students}, journal = {International Journal of School Health}, volume = {4}, number = {2}, pages = {1-6}, year = {2017}, publisher = {Shiraz University of Medical Sciences}, issn = {2345-5152}, eissn = {2383-1219}, doi = {10.17795/intjsh-41814}, abstract = {Background: According to the observations, obsessive-compulsive traits are the most important among behavior among the high school male and female students. Individuals with obsessive-compulsive traits have less quality of life.Objectives: The present study aimed at determining the relationship between behavioral inhibition, strategies for cognitive regulation of emotions and young adult family of life events and changes with obsessive-compulsive traits in male and female high school students.Methods: The population of the study included all high school students in Shiraz in 2016 academic year. One hundred sixty-seven students (73 males and 94 females) who were selected through random multistage sampling method participated in this study. The instruments were obsessive-compulsive inventory-revised, adults scale of behavioral inhibition, cognitive emotion regulation questionnaire, and young adult family inventory of life events and changes. Data were analyzed using descriptive and inferential (Pearson correlation coefficient and multiple regression analysis) statistics via SPSS software.Results: According to the multiple regression analysis, behavioral inhibition, catastrophizing, and rumination were best predictors of obsessive-compulsive traits.Conclusions: Since behavioral inhibition, catastrophizing, and rumination might result in obsessive-compulsive traits, sufficient attention should be paid to these factors.}, keywords = {Obsessive,Compulsive Traits,Behavioral Inhibition,Cognitive Regulation of Emotions Strategies,Young Adult Family of Life Events and Changes,High School Students}, url = {https://intjsh.sums.ac.ir/article_45110.html}, eprint = {https://intjsh.sums.ac.ir/article_45110_c186a31dd48a26ab9aa2fc131186e3dd.pdf} } @article { author = {Wolker Manta, Sofia and da Silva, Kelly Samara and Rech, Cassiano Ricardo and da Costa, Bruno Goncalves Galdino and Iha, Tayna and Silva Lopes, Adair da and Nahas, Markus Vinicius}, title = {Changes in the Perception of School Climate among Brazilian High School Students Between 2001 and 2011}, journal = {International Journal of School Health}, volume = {4}, number = {2}, pages = {1-5}, year = {2017}, publisher = {Shiraz University of Medical Sciences}, issn = {2345-5152}, eissn = {2383-1219}, doi = {10.5812/intjsh.13497}, abstract = {Background: Perception school climate has been investigated for contributing to health promotion policies and education in the school environment. In low- and middle-incomes countries, tracking information with respect to these perceptions are still scarce.Objectives: To analyze the changes in the perception of adolescents on the school climate during the course of a decade in the state of Santa Catarina, in southern Brazil.Methods: Two cross-sectional surveys were conducted in 2001 (n = 5.028) and 2011 (n = 6.529) among public high school students (15 to 19 years old). Factors related to the negative perception of the school climate were evaluated using a structured questionnaire.Results: After ten years, there were significant differences in the proportion of adolescents who had a negative perception of the time spent in school (from 3.1% to 16.3%), of their relationship with peers (from 3.0% to 13.5%), and their relationship with teachers and staff (from 2.9% to 7.2%).Conclusions: Students reported having a worse perception of the school social environment. Interventions that encourage the adoption and maintenance of positive social relationships and healthy habits are needed in the school community.}, keywords = {Social Environment,Perception,Adolescents,High School}, url = {https://intjsh.sums.ac.ir/article_45111.html}, eprint = {https://intjsh.sums.ac.ir/article_45111_495cae8cd6ee23a4af8480d2d9b80e26.pdf} } @article { author = {Knight, Kathy B. and W. Cole, Janie and M. Dodd, Lacy and B. Oakley, Charlotte}, title = {Eating Good and Moving Like We Should: A Consideration for Registered Dietitians in Schools}, journal = {International Journal of School Health}, volume = {4}, number = {2}, pages = {1-8}, year = {2017}, publisher = {Shiraz University of Medical Sciences}, issn = {2345-5152}, eissn = {2383-1219}, doi = {10.17795/intjsh-43043}, abstract = {Background: While teachers and school nurses may not be able to provide nutrition education to students because of their other duties, registered dietitians have the necessary training in counseling, nutrition education, nutrition therapy, and food service management to be effective at childhood obesity prevention.Objectives: The purpose of eating good and moving like we should (EGMLWS), a school-based intervention, was to create a successful program to prevent and reduce childhood obesity in the Mississippi Delta by providing nutrition education by a registered dietitian.Methods: The subjects were 1,891 third (school year 2012 - 2013) and fourth graders (2013 - 2014) in 7 Mississippi schools in the north Mississippi River Delta region. The school-based nutrition and physical activity education program was designed to address overweight and obesity in the Mississippi Delta and north Mississippi regions by helping children make healthier nutrition and physical activity choices. The registered dietitian provided nutrition education and consulted to make school menus healthier and more appealing. Pre-and post-school year heights and weights were measured.Results: Paired t-tests showed significantly lowered mean BMI in 5 schools (P < 0.05); no change in 2 schools and no change over all schools, although all schools had individuals with decreased BMI.Conclusions: School-based nutrition interventions that feature a registered dietitian can make an impact. The EGMLWS program improved the nutrition knowledge and nutrition-related attitudes of north Mississippi Delta third and fourth graders and significantly improved BMI in 5 of 7 schools.}, keywords = {Registered Dietitian,School,Based Nutrition Intervention,Childhood Obesity}, url = {https://intjsh.sums.ac.ir/article_45112.html}, eprint = {https://intjsh.sums.ac.ir/article_45112_54bf5a0df5b307d599b5c2e385bc1033.pdf} } @article { author = {Hossaini, Sayed Soghra and Rahimian Boogar, Isaac and Najafi, Mahmood}, title = {Predicting General Well-Being Based on Resiliency Protective Factors and Demographics in Adolescents: The Mediating Role of Emotional Stability}, journal = {International Journal of School Health}, volume = {4}, number = {2}, pages = {1-11}, year = {2017}, publisher = {Shiraz University of Medical Sciences}, issn = {2345-5152}, eissn = {2383-1219}, doi = {10.5812/intjsh.44811}, abstract = {Background: Well-being is an important indicator of overall health during adolescents and later life.Objectives: The present study aimed at investigating the relationship between resiliency protective factors and demographics due to the mediating role of emotional stability on general well-being of adolescents.Methods: In this cross sectional study, 331 students were selected by stratified random sampling from high schools of Firozabad from February 2015 to December 2015. Data were collected using the Adolescent General Well-Being Questionnaire, Resilience Protective Factor Inventory, and Emotional Stability Scale, and analyzed applying structural equation modeling using the LISREL 8.80 software.Results: The indices of model fitness showed good fitness (X 2: 11.04, df: 4, P = 0.90; RMSEA: 0.06; GFI: 0.91; AGFI: 0.91; NFI: 0.90; CFI: 0.93; and IFI: 1). Resiliency protective factors and demographics had direct effects on general well-being (0.65, P < 0.01; -0.17, P < 0.01). In addition, resiliency protective factors (0.68, P < 0.001) and demographics (-0.20, P < 0.01) had a direct effect on emotional stability. In this model, resiliency protective factors and demographics indirectly effect general well-being via the mediation of emotional stability (0.76, P < 0.001).Conclusions: The assumed theoretical model was fitted to the data and resiliency protective factors. Demographics and emotional stability were significant determinants in predicting general well-being of adolescents, which must be considered when developing programs to improve the well-being of adolescents.}, keywords = {Well,Being,Resilience,Demography,Mental health}, url = {https://intjsh.sums.ac.ir/article_45113.html}, eprint = {https://intjsh.sums.ac.ir/article_45113_a58e323c61dad7a3d606e507b0bc6cac.pdf} } @article { author = {Lang, Jessica and Schmitz, Bernhard}, title = {Improving Art-of-Living Trainings: Implication of Art-of-Living Trainings for Primary School Students}, journal = {International Journal of School Health}, volume = {4}, number = {2}, pages = {1-2}, year = {2017}, publisher = {Shiraz University of Medical Sciences}, issn = {2345-5152}, eissn = {2383-1219}, doi = {10.17795/intjsh-45656}, abstract = {None}, keywords = {Well,Being,Resilience,Demography,Mental health}, url = {https://intjsh.sums.ac.ir/article_45114.html}, eprint = {https://intjsh.sums.ac.ir/article_45114_cf643a02f73a4051ab7845416be05559.pdf} }