Analysis of knowledge and attitudes of the students of health and professional studies regarding the use of stimulative substances in sports

Backrogund/Aim. Since the beginning of competitive sports, athletes have been trying to improve their abilities by taking various substances. The problem of using prohibited substances is not strictly tied to elite athletes; it is also present in the general population. The aim of this study was to test the knowledge and attitudes of the students regarding the use of stimulative substances and dietary supplements in sports. Methods. A cross-sectional study was performed among students at the College of Health and Professional Studies in Belgrade, Serbia. The data was collected by filling in an especially designed questionnaire. Results. Knowledge of prohibited substances and methods was characterized as ?good? with 24.2% of respondents, namely 8.09% of males and 16.1% of females; knowledge of the adverse effects of prohibited substances and methods on health was demonstrated by 17.7% (9.03% of male respondents and 8.72% of female respondents). Conclusion. Student population is not knowledgeable enough about the problems of prohibited substances use and their negative effects on one?s health. The comparative analysis of our and European researches on knowledge, attitudes and uses of prohibited substances show a rather uniform prevalence rate. Not being aware of the adverse effects shows the need to further educate students.

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Use of Complementary Medicine in Competitive Sports: Results of a Cross-Sectional Study

Complementary Medicine Research ◽

10.1159/000511247 ◽

2020 ◽

pp. 1-7

Author(s):

Gabriele Rotter ◽

Lisa Schollbach ◽

Sylvia Binting ◽

Christina Dornquast ◽

Johannes Scherr ◽

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Keyword(s):

Complementary Medicine ◽

Elite Athletes ◽

Measurement Instrument ◽

Cross Sectional Study ◽

Relaxation Techniques ◽

Competitive Sports ◽

Medicine Use ◽

Sectional Study ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Standardized Measurement

Background: Although complementary medicine is frequently used in Germany, there is almost no information about complementary medicine use in competitive sports. The aim was to assess the use of complementary medicine among elite athletes in Germany. Patients and Methods: A cross-sectional study among athletes was performed between March 2012 and September 2013. Athletes of both sexes who visited a sports medical outpatient clinic in Munich, Bavaria were included. Data about the use of complementary medicine were collected by means of a standardized measurement instrument, the German version of the international complementary and alternative medicine questionnaire. Results: Of the 334 athletes (female 25%, mean age 20.2 ± 6.6 years) who completed all 4 sections of the questionnaire, 69% reported the use of at least one type of complementary medicine within the last 12 months. 505 athletes (female 26%, mean age 20.5 ± 7.0 years) completed at least one section of the questionnaire entirely. Within 12 months, the osteopath (11%), herbal medicine (17%), vitamins/minerals (32%), and relaxation techniques (15%) were the most frequently visited/used in relation to the respective sections of the questionnaire. Conclusion: Complementary medicine is frequently used by athletes in Germany. The efficacy, safety, and costs of complementary medicine should be investigated in clinical trials among athletes in the future.

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Skin cancer knowledge and attitudes in the region of Fez, Morocco: a cross-sectional study

BMC Dermatology ◽

10.1186/s12895-017-0055-8 ◽

2017 ◽

Vol 17 (1) ◽

Cited By ~ 1

Author(s):

Awatef kelati ◽

Hanane Baybay ◽

Mariam Atassi ◽

Samira Elfakir ◽

Salim Gallouj ◽

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Keyword(s):

Skin Cancer ◽

Cross Sectional Study ◽

Cancer Knowledge ◽

Sectional Study ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Knowledge And Attitudes

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Relationship between nurses' perceptions of mental support and their positive and negative effects: A cross‐sectional study

Perspectives In Psychiatric Care ◽

10.1111/ppc.12831 ◽

2021 ◽

Author(s):

Emotion Tuning ◽

Fatma Karasu

Keyword(s):

Cross Sectional Study ◽

Sectional Study ◽

Negative Effects ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Nurses Perceptions

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Prostate cancer awareness and attitude toward early detection among male soldiers in Ghana: a cross-sectional study

African Journal of Urology ◽

10.1186/s12301-019-0004-3 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 25 (1) ◽

Author(s):

Juliana Gyasi Necku ◽

Emmanuel Anongeba Anaba ◽

Aaron Asibi Abuosi

Keyword(s):

Prostate Cancer ◽

Early Detection ◽

Cross Sectional Study ◽

Health Interventions ◽

Effective Management ◽

Sectional Study ◽

Cancer Awareness ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Knowledge And Attitudes ◽

Positive Attitudes

Abstract Background Prostate cancer (PC) is the leading cause of cancer deaths among men in Ghana. This poses a public health threat, especially among the Ghana Armed Force (GAF) where the majority are males. This study aimed to assess male soldiers’ awareness, knowledge and attitudes toward early detection of prostate cancer. Results It was found that 58.3% of the soldiers were less aware of PC and 76.0% had low or neutral knowledge regarding risk factors and symptoms of PC. The soldiers had positive attitudes toward early detection but had low intentions of getting tested. Awareness was significantly associated with education, rank, haven received PC information from a health worker and being knowledgeable of signs of PC. Conclusion We recommend that management of the GAF should liaise with the Ministry of Health to sensitize and educate soldiers on prostate cancer, and if possible, organize periodic screening activities for the soldiers to aid in early detection and effective management of the disease. The findings of this study provide valuable information for health interventions in Ghana.

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Knowledge and attitudes of nursing professors and students concerning the interface between spirituality, religiosity and health

Revista Latino-Americana de Enfermagem ◽

10.1590/s0104-11692011000500019 ◽

2011 ◽

Vol 19 (5) ◽

pp. 1205-1213 ◽

Cited By ~ 25

Author(s):

Claudia de Souza Tomasso ◽

Ideraldo Luiz Beltrame ◽

Giancarlo Lucchetti

Keyword(s):

Religious Affiliation ◽

Cross Sectional Study ◽

Religious Practices ◽

Sectional Study ◽

Clinical Practices ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Knowledge And Attitudes ◽

The University ◽

Common Barriers

This study compares the knowledge and attitudes of nursing professors and students concerning the interface between spirituality, religiosity and health. A cross-sectional study was conducted with 30 nursing professors and 118 students. The results reveal that more than 95% of the participants had some religious affiliation, 96% believed that spirituality considerably influences patients' health, and 77% wished to address this subject. However, only 36% felt prepared for it and most believed that the university did not provide the necessary information. No statistical differences were found between the religious practices of nursing professors and students, though a marked difference was found in their clinical practices and opinions concerning spirituality and its inclusion in the program's curriculum. The most common barriers to addressing such a subject were: fear of imposing one's own beliefs, lack of time, and fear of offending patients.

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