This study described the prevalence of suicidal behaviors and depression among adolescents in Hanoi, Vietnam, and examines the associated factors. In 2019, a school-based survey was conducted in three high schools in Hanoi and 661 high students were included into the study. We found that the prevalence of 12-month suicidal thoughts, suicide plans, and suicide attempts were 14.2%, 5.5%, and 3.0% respectively. Notably, the depression score mean was 16.1±4.9, among major predictors of suicidal ideation. Therefore, developing psychological care services in school is imperative to the early detection of mental disorders and the prevention of suicidal behaviors for the students.
The study aims to describe the current situation and analyze some factors related to school myopia in students in grades 4 - 5 of primary school in Tra On town, Tra On district, Vinh Long province in 2022. Using a descriptive cross-sectional study with analysis, using a total sampling method with 507 grade 4 and 5 students, assessing myopia by eye examination by an ophthalmologist, evaluating related factors through a set of prepared questionnaires, analyzing data according to research objectives. The rate of students in grades 4 - 5 with myopia is 18,9%. Factors associated with myopia include: family history of nearsightedness; tutoring/studying at home continuously >1 hour; the posture of studying at home is not correct; watch TV frequently and watch TV continuously for >1 hour; frequent use of phone/tablet and continuous use >1 hour; frequent use of computers and continuous use >1 hour; do not regularly play sports/outdoor activities. Keywords: School myopia, Primary school student, related factors.
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