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Article: The Effect of COVID-19 Vaccine Acceptance, Intention, and/or Hesitancy and Its Association with Our Health and/or Important Areas of Functioning.

Ahorsu, Daniel Kwasi / Lin, Chung-Ying

2023 Volume 11, Issue 2

Abstract: The emergence of coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19) has had a significant negative impact on the world, with its effect noted in various areas, such as commerce [ ... ]. ...

Abstract	The emergence of coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19) has had a significant negative impact on the world, with its effect noted in various areas, such as commerce [...].
Language	English
Publishing date	2023-02-06
Publishing country	Switzerland
Document type	Editorial
ZDB-ID	2703319-3
ISSN	2076-393X
ISSN	2076-393X
DOI	10.3390/vaccines11020368
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Article ; Online: Parental intention on getting children COVID-19 vaccinations: Invariance evaluation across parenting roles and COVID-19-like symptoms experiences among Iranians during the pandemic period.

Ahorsu, Daniel Kwasi / Potenza, Marc N / Lin, Chung-Ying / Pakpour, Amir H

Human vaccines & immunotherapeutics

2024 Volume 20, Issue 1, Page(s) 2325230

Abstract: Countries worldwide are facing challenges with increasing the COVID-19 vaccination rates for children. This study examined associations between perceived knowledge, coping appraisal, threat appraisal, adaptive response, maladaptive response, and ... ...

Abstract	Countries worldwide are facing challenges with increasing the COVID-19 vaccination rates for children. This study examined associations between perceived knowledge, coping appraisal, threat appraisal, adaptive response, maladaptive response, and intention, and possible variance across parents (mother or father) and COVID-19-like symptoms experiences regarding parental intentions to vaccinate their children. A total of 836 Iranian parents with children between the ages of 6 and 12 y completed measures assessing perceived knowledge, coping appraisals, threat appraisals, intentions, adaptive responses, and maladaptive responses. Multigroup structural equation modeling revealed that perceived knowledge was positively associated with both coping and threat appraisals, coping appraisals positively associated with adaptive responses, maladaptive responses, and intentions to vaccinate, threat appraisals positively associated with adaptive and maladaptive responses, and adaptive responses positively associated with intentions to vaccinate. The invariance evaluation revealed no differences across parents or COVID-19-like symptoms experiences in parental intentions to get their children vaccinated. The findings suggest that cogent information regarding childhood COVID-19 vaccination may boost parents' knowledge influencing their appraisals, adaptive responses and intentions to vaccinate their children. Specifically, coping appraisals and adaptive responses appeared to be important mediators between knowledge and intentions to vaccinate. Furthermore, intentions to vaccinate children may not be strongly influenced by parental roles or COVID-19-like symptoms experiences. These findings may help multiple stakeholders promote COVID-19 vaccination rates among children, and countries should further examine ways of increasing rates based on their specific needs.
MeSH term(s)	Child ; Humans ; Iran/epidemiology ; COVID-19 Vaccines ; Intention ; COVID-19/prevention & control ; Pandemics ; Parenting ; Parents ; Middle Eastern People
Chemical Substances	COVID-19 Vaccines
Language	English
Publishing date	2024-03-06
Publishing country	United States
Document type	Journal Article
ZDB-ID	2664176-8
ISSN	2164-554X ; 2164-5515
ISSN (online)	2164-554X
ISSN	2164-5515
DOI	10.1080/21645515.2024.2325230
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Article ; Online: Predictors of COVID-19 Stress and COVID-19 Vaccination Acceptance among Adolescents in Ghana.

Adjaottor, Emma Sethina / Addo, Frimpong-Manso / Ahorsu, Florence Aninniwaa / Chen, Hsin-Pao / Ahorsu, Daniel Kwasi

International journal of environmental research and public health

2022 Volume 19, Issue 13

Abstract: Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) continues to ravage world economies, and with its recent mutations, countries worldwide are finding ways of ramping up their vaccination programmes. This cross-sectional design study, therefore, examined the predictors ...

Abstract	Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) continues to ravage world economies, and with its recent mutations, countries worldwide are finding ways of ramping up their vaccination programmes. This cross-sectional design study, therefore, examined the predictors of COVID-19 stress and COVID-19 vaccination acceptance among adolescents in Ghana. A total of 817 participants were conveniently selected to respond to measures on fear of COVID-19, perceived stigma from COVID-19, self-stigma from COVID-19, believing COVID-19 information, COVID-19 infection prevention behaviours, COVID-19 stress, and COVID-19 vaccination acceptance. It was found that females believed COVID-19 information and accepted COVID-19 vaccination more than males did. Moreover, there were significant relationships between the majority of the COVID-19-related variables. Furthermore, fear of COVID-19, self-stigma from COVID-19, and COVID-19 infection prevention behaviours were found to be significant predictors of COVID-19 stress. Additionally, believing COVID-19 information, danger and contamination fears (a subscale of COVID-19 stress), and traumatic stress (a subscale of COVID-19 stress) were significant predictors of COVID-19 vaccination acceptance. These findings imply that different factors influence different COVID-19 variable. Therefore, careful considerations and research should be employed by health authorities and policymakers in preparing COVID-19 information to target different age groups and for different COVID-19 purposes.
MeSH term(s)	Adolescent ; COVID-19/epidemiology ; COVID-19/prevention & control ; COVID-19 Vaccines ; Cross-Sectional Studies ; Female ; Ghana/epidemiology ; Humans ; Male ; Vaccination
Chemical Substances	COVID-19 Vaccines
Language	English
Publishing date	2022-06-27
Publishing country	Switzerland
Document type	Journal Article ; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
ZDB-ID	2175195-X
ISSN	1660-4601 ; 1661-7827
ISSN (online)	1660-4601
ISSN	1661-7827
DOI	10.3390/ijerph19137871
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Article: Intervention Effect of Non-Invasive Brain Stimulation on Cognitive Functions among People with Traumatic Brain Injury: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

Ahorsu, Daniel Kwasi / Adjaottor, Emma Sethina / Lam, Bess Yin Hung

Brain sciences

2021 Volume 11, Issue 7

Abstract: This systematic review and meta-analysis aggregated and examined the treatment effect of non-invasive brain stimulation (NIBS) (transcranial direct current stimulation and transcranial magnetic stimulation) on cognitive functions in people with traumatic ...

Abstract	This systematic review and meta-analysis aggregated and examined the treatment effect of non-invasive brain stimulation (NIBS) (transcranial direct current stimulation and transcranial magnetic stimulation) on cognitive functions in people with traumatic brain injury (TBI). A systematic search was conducted using databases (PubMed, Web of Science, Scopus, PsycINFO, EMBASE) for studies with keywords related to non-randomized and randomized control trials of NIBS among people with TBI. Nine out of 1790 NIBS studies with 197 TBI participants (103 active vs. 94 sham) that met the inclusion and exclusion criteria of the present study were finally selected for meta-analysis using Comprehensive Meta-Analysis software (version 3). Results showed that the overall effect of NIBS on cognition in people with TBI was moderately significant (g = 0.304, 95% CI = 0.055 to 0.553) with very low heterogeneity across studies (
Language	English
Publishing date	2021-06-24
Publishing country	Switzerland
Document type	Journal Article ; Review
ZDB-ID	2651993-8
ISSN	2076-3425
ISSN	2076-3425
DOI	10.3390/brainsci11070840
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Article ; Online: Neuropathways of theory of mind in schizophrenia: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Weng, Yiting / Lin, Jingxia / Ahorsu, Daniel Kwasi / Tsang, Hector W H

Neuroscience and biobehavioral reviews

2022 Volume 137, Page(s) 104625

Abstract: Background: Social cognition is significantly associated with daily functioning in patients with schizophrenia. Its neural basis remains unknown.: Methods: A systematic literature search was performed. Studies using imaging to measure theory of mind ( ...

Abstract	Background: Social cognition is significantly associated with daily functioning in patients with schizophrenia. Its neural basis remains unknown. Methods: A systematic literature search was performed. Studies using imaging to measure theory of mind (ToM) in schizophrenia were identified. Imaging data were synthesized using the seed-based d mapping approach. Potential neuropathways were hypothesized based on the identified brain regions activated during ToM tasks. Results: A total of 25 studies were included in the present study. Compared with healthy people, patients with schizophrenia showed hyperactivations in superior longitudinal fasciculus II and hypoactivations in superior frontal gyrus, precuneus and cuneus, and precentral gyrus during ToM tasks. The primary brain regions involved in the potential neuropathways in schizophrenia were the middle temporal gyrus, superior and inferior frontal gyrus, and supplementary motor areas. Conclusion: Deactivated brain regions in schizophrenia overlapped with the default mode and salience networks. Our findings shed light on how to develop a diagnostic tool for deficits in social cognition using neuroimaging techniques and effective therapeutic interventions to rectify dysfunction in schizophrenia.
MeSH term(s)	Brain/diagnostic imaging ; Humans ; Magnetic Resonance Imaging/methods ; Neuroimaging ; Schizophrenia ; Theory of Mind
Language	English
Publishing date	2022-03-24
Publishing country	United States
Document type	Journal Article ; Meta-Analysis ; Review ; Systematic Review
ZDB-ID	282464-4
ISSN	1873-7528 ; 0149-7634
ISSN (online)	1873-7528
ISSN	0149-7634
DOI	10.1016/j.neubiorev.2022.104625
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Article: Perceived Stress Mediating the Association Between Mindfulness and Resilience Among Registered Nurses.

Chen, Shun-Hua / Chen, Po-Jen / Lee, Chiu-Hsiang / Wu, Yu-Ping / Ahorsu, Daniel Kwasi / Griffiths, Mark D / Lin, Chung-Ying

Psychology research and behavior management

2023 Volume 16, Page(s) 3035–3044

Abstract: Purpose: Resilience continues to be an important concept in the nursing profession due to its significant role in personal healthcare, patients' healthcare, and leadership. The present study examined the mediating role of perceived stress in the ... ...

Abstract	Purpose: Resilience continues to be an important concept in the nursing profession due to its significant role in personal healthcare, patients' healthcare, and leadership. The present study examined the mediating role of perceived stress in the association between mindfulness and resilience among registered nurses in order to understand their importance among those in the Taiwanese nursing profession. Materials and methods: Between October and November 2021, a total of 816 registered nurses participated in a cross-sectional survey including psychometric measures assessing perceived stress (Chinese Perceived Stress Scale-10), mindfulness (Chinese Mindful Attention Awareness Scale), and resilience (Chinese Questionnaire of Resilience). Results: Results indicated that perceived stress mediated the association between mindfulness and resilience (standardized coefficient = 0.251, Conclusion: Nurses and their administrators should focus on different ways of coping with stress so that they become more resilient in facing other stressors. Future studies may be conducted to examine the mediating role of perceived stress in the association between other coping strategies and resilience among registered nurses.
Language	English
Publishing date	2023-08-07
Publishing country	New Zealand
Document type	Journal Article
ZDB-ID	2495093-2
ISSN	1179-1578
ISSN	1179-1578
DOI	10.2147/PRBM.S412918
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Article: The Association Between Health Status and Insomnia, Mental Health, and Preventive Behaviors: The Mediating Role of Fear of COVID-19.

Ahorsu, Daniel Kwasi / Lin, Chung-Ying / Pakpour, Amir H

Gerontology & geriatric medicine

2020 Volume 6, Page(s) 2333721420966081

Abstract: Objectives: This study examined the mediation role of fear of COVID-19 in the association between perceived health status of older adults and their insomnia, mental health, and COVID-19 preventive behaviors so as to have better understanding of the ... ...

Abstract	Objectives: This study examined the mediation role of fear of COVID-19 in the association between perceived health status of older adults and their insomnia, mental health, and COVID-19 preventive behaviors so as to have better understanding of the factors associated with COVID-19 and its preventive measures. Methods: A total of 413 older adults with a mean age of 57.72 ( Results: There were small-large significant interrelationships between insomnia, mental health, fear of COVID-19, and preventive behaviors. Fear of COVID-19 significantly mediated the associations between perceived health status and insomnia, mental health, and COVID-19 preventive behaviors. It was also observed that perceived health status directly influenced insomnia and mental health of older adults but not their COVID-19 preventive behaviors. Conclusion: Fear of COVID-19 has an important role to play in the management of the health and preventive behaviors of older adults. Health experts and communicators may capitalize on these findings to educate people on COVID-19. Future studies are needed to perfectly ascertain the extent of fear needed to stimulate or initiate better preventive behaviors and healthcare practices.
Keywords	covid19
Language	English
Publishing date	2020-10-26
Publishing country	United States
Document type	Journal Article
ZDB-ID	2844974-5
ISSN	2333-7214 ; 2333-7214
ISSN (online)	2333-7214
ISSN	2333-7214
DOI	10.1177/2333721420966081
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Article: Mediating Roles of Psychological Distress, Insomnia, and Body Image Concerns in the Association Between Exercise Addiction and Eating Disorders.

Ahorsu, Daniel Kwasi / Imani, Vida / Potenza, Marc N / Chen, Hsin-Pao / Lin, Chung-Ying / Pakpour, Amir H

Psychology research and behavior management

2023 Volume 16, Page(s) 2533–2542

Abstract: Purpose: Exercising can promote good health. However, excessive exercising may have downsides. This study examined the association between exercise addiction and eating disorders and whether the identified association was mediated by psychological ... ...

Abstract	Purpose: Exercising can promote good health. However, excessive exercising may have downsides. This study examined the association between exercise addiction and eating disorders and whether the identified association was mediated by psychological distress, insomnia (including sleep quality), and body image concern. Methods: A total of 2088 adolescents (mean age of 15.3 years) participated in this cross-sectional study by questions assessing exercise addiction, eating disorders, psychological distress, insomnia, sleep quality, and body image concern. Results: There were significantly positive relationships between the variables (r=0.12-0.54, p<0.01) with effect sizes from small to large. The four potential mediators (ie, insomnia, sleep quality, psychological distress, and body image concern), individually and in total, significantly mediated the association between exercise addiction and eating disorders. Conclusion: The findings suggest that exercise addiction in adolescents may influence eating disorders through multiple pathways, such as insomnia, psychological distress, and body image concerns. Future research should examine these relationships longitudinally and use gathered information to inform intervention development. Clinicians and healthcare workers are encouraged to assess exercise addiction when treating individuals with eating disorders.
Language	English
Publishing date	2023-07-05
Publishing country	New Zealand
Document type	Journal Article
ZDB-ID	2495093-2
ISSN	1179-1578
ISSN	1179-1578
DOI	10.2147/PRBM.S414543
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Article ; Online: The neurobiological effects of mind-body exercise: a systematic review and meta-analysis of neuroimaging studies.

Han, Yvonne M Y / Chan, Melody M Y / Choi, Coco X T / Law, Maxwell C H / Ahorsu, Daniel Kwasi / Tsang, Hector W H

Scientific reports

2023 Volume 13, Issue 1, Page(s) 10948

Abstract: The neurobiological effects of mind-body exercise on brain activation, functional neural connections and structural changes in the brain remain elusive. This systematic review and coordinate-based meta-analysis investigated the changes in resting-state ... ...

Abstract	The neurobiological effects of mind-body exercise on brain activation, functional neural connections and structural changes in the brain remain elusive. This systematic review and coordinate-based meta-analysis investigated the changes in resting-state and task-based brain activation, as well as structural brain changes before and after mind-body exercise compared to waitlist or active controls based on published structural or functional magnetic resonance imaging randomized controlled trials or cross-sectional studies. Electronic database search and manual search in relevant publications yielded 34 empirical studies with low-to-moderate risk of bias (assessed by Cochrane risk-of-bias tool for randomized trials or Joanna Briggs Institute's critical appraisal checklist for analytical cross-sectional studies) that fulfilled the inclusion criteria, with 26 studies included in the narrative synthesis and 8 studies included in the meta-analysis. Coordinate-based meta-analysis showed that, while mind-body exercise enhanced the activation of the left anterior cingulate cortex within the default mode network (DMN), it induced more deactivation in the left supramarginal gyrus within the ventral attention network (uncorrected ps < 0.05). Meta-regression with duration of mind-body practice as a factor showed that, the activation of right inferior parietal gyrus within the DMN showed a positive association with increasing years of practice (voxel-corrected p < 0.005). Although mind-body exercise is shown to selectively modulate brain functional networks supporting attentional control and self-awareness, the overall certainty of evidence is limited by small number of studies. Further investigations are needed to understand the effects of both short-term and long-term mind-body exercise on structural changes in the brain.PROSPERO registration number: CRD42021248984.
MeSH term(s)	Humans ; Cross-Sectional Studies ; Neuroimaging ; Brain/physiology ; Exercise Therapy/methods ; Magnetic Resonance Imaging
Language	English
Publishing date	2023-07-06
Publishing country	England
Document type	Meta-Analysis ; Systematic Review ; Journal Article ; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
ZDB-ID	2615211-3
ISSN	2045-2322 ; 2045-2322
ISSN (online)	2045-2322
ISSN	2045-2322
DOI	10.1038/s41598-023-37309-4
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Article ; Online: Attitudes toward suicide

Emma Sethina Adjaottor / Daniel Kwasi Ahorsu

Social Health and Behavior, Vol 3, Iss 3, Pp 89-

A comparison between urban and rural dwellers in Ghana

2020 Volume 92

Abstract: Introduction: Appropriate attitudes toward suicide (ATTS) is key to preventing suicide, a major mental health challenge worldwide. Hence, this study examined the differences between urban and rural dwellers on ATTS (in total and across the subscales – ... ...

Abstract	Introduction: Appropriate attitudes toward suicide (ATTS) is key to preventing suicide, a major mental health challenge worldwide. Hence, this study examined the differences between urban and rural dwellers on ATTS (in total and across the subscales – principal attitude (suicide as a right), representations of intentionality, tabooing, preventability of suicide, and knowledge (myths about suicide). Methods: A cross-sectional survey design was used in this study. A convenient sampling technique was used to select 400 respondents from urban (n = 200) and rural (n = 200) areas. A questionnaire packet comprising a self-designed demographic section and valid ATTS scale was used for the data collection from respondents (urban and rural dwellers). Descriptive (frequency and percentages) and inferential (independent t-test) statistics were used to analyze the data using SPSS software. P < 0.05 was considered statistically significant. Results: Both urban and rural dwellers were found to have negative ATTS with urban dwellers (131.40 ± 10.75) having significantly more negative ATTS (P = 0.000) than rural dwellers (118.59 ± 13.62). Furthermore, urban dwellers were found to have significantly more negative attitudes toward principal attitude (suicide as a right), representations of intentionality, tabooing, preventability of suicide, and knowledge (myths about suicide) than rural dwellers (P = 0.000). Conclusion: Settings influence ATTS such that urban dwellers have become more informed and more prepared to help prevent suicide compared with their rural counterparts.
Keywords	attitudes toward suicide ; “negative attitudes toward suicide ; ” “positive attitudes toward suicide ; ” “rural dwellers ; ” “urban dwellers” ; Public aspects of medicine ; RA1-1270 ; Social pathology. Social and public welfare. Criminology ; HV1-9960
Language	English
Publishing date	2020-01-01T00:00:00Z
Publisher	Wolters Kluwer Medknow Publications
Document type	Article ; Online
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