A Study on Selected Demographic Characteristics and Mental Health of Young Adults in Public Higher Learning Institutions in Malaysia

Nordin, Noradilah Md; Talib, Mansor Abu; Yaacob, Siti Nor; Sabran, Mohammad Shatar

doi:10.5539/gjhs.v2n2p104

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“…It was found that mental health knowledge was only influenced by ethnicity of the respondents, which is consistent with a previous study done by Nordin NM et al 22 . Based on cross tabulation results, Chinese had good level of knowledge followed by Malays, Indians and other ethnicities.…”

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Stigma and Attitudes Towards Mental Health Disorders: A Cross Sectional Study at a Private University in Malaysia

Despande¹,

Ngadimon²,

Yaacob³

2020

MJPHM

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The number of mental health problems among the young people in Malaysia is increasing, and this is worrying. Prompt action is needed as the young generation especially university students are the future leaders of the country. This study aimed to evaluate the level of stigma and attitudes of university students towards mental health disorders since limited study regarding this issue conducted in Malaysia. This is a cross-sectional study design whereby 496 students from MAHSA University were asked to complete a pre-validated questionnaire. The questionnaire consisted of three main sections which were demographic, measures of knowledge and attitudes of respondents towards mental health disorders. The findings showed that there was a significant difference between knowledge score of the different age groups, ethnicity, faculty and current education level of respondents. Besides that, significant differences were reported between attitude score of the different age groups, faculty and current education level of the respondents. It was also found that there was a statistically significant positive correlation between mental health knowledge and attitudes towards mental health disorders. Overall, the respondents displayed good knowledge and attitude towards mental health disorders.

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Stigma and Attitudes Towards Mental Health Disorders: A Cross Sectional Study at a Private University in Malaysia

Despande¹,

Ngadimon²,

Yaacob³

2020

MJPHM

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“…For example, the National Health and Morbidity Survey 2015 revealed that about 29.2% of Malaysian adults aged 16 years and above experienced mental health problems (Institute for Public Health, 2015). Some other studies also share similar results whereby the prevalence of psychological distress among university students in Malaysia are higher in anxiety, depression, and stress (Md Nordin et al, 2010;Shamsuddin et al, 2013). Additionally, senior students in some universities reported experiencing more anxiety symptoms than freshmen and sophomores (Rashid et al, 2021).…”

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The Role of Religiosity to Address the Mental Health Crisis of Students: A Study on Three Parameters (Anxiety, Depression, and Stress)

Misran

Khaiyom

Razali

2021

JSSH

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Religiosity is a construct that has interesting implications in the mental health issues of youths. This study examines the role of religiosity on anxiety, depression, and stress using 148 Muslim students studying Islamic studies at undergraduate provision in an Islamic University as sample. Results indicated that the level of religiosity among the participants ranged from moderately religious to highly religious. The mean levels of anxiety, depression, and stress among the participants were moderate, and a significant number of students suffered from severe psychological distress. Female students were reported to experience significantly slightly more stress than male students. Furthermore, the relationship between religiosity, anxiety, and depression was significantly negative but not stressful. Further analysis found that religiosity serves as a protective factor for depression. Meanwhile, some religiosity components (i.e., avoidance of sinful acts and frequent conduct of recommended acts) were found to be a significant protective factor against anxiety and depression, respectively. Thus, in retrospect, mental health and religion appear to converge on managing psychological distress. As so to speak, this is a vital point in the emerging mental health services in which the incorporation of religious components into clinical practice may show good promising results in aiding the recovery process of psychological health issues. Likewise, embedding religiosity in one’s life, or being religiously minded, reflected in daily life manifestation, is linked with better mental health outcomes.

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“…In the present study, scores of mental health of fe- male participants were higher than the males indicating a higher level of mental health for men in comparison to the females. In a study, scores of mental health in males were higher than females but the difference was not statistically significant (27). Based on the report published by the World Health Organization, the prevalence of mental disorders in the Islamic Republic of Iran is estimated at approximately 22%, of which the majority was females (28).…”

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Emotional Maturity and Mental Health Among New Couples Referred to Pre-Marriage Health Center in Karaj, Iran

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Background: Emotional maturity and mental health are the foundation of a successful marriage and indeed emotional maturity is the key to a satisfying happy life. Objectives: This study aimed to assess emotional maturity and mental health among couples referred to pre-marriage health centers in the city of Karaj. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted in the main center of pre-marriage testing in Karaj from March 2012 to August 2012. Using randomized sampling method 547 couples participated and filled the questionnaires, including a demographic scale, emotional maturity scale (EMS), and Mental Health Inventory (GHQ 28). Data were analyzed using ANOVA, t student, Pearson, and Multiple Regression tests to assess the correlation between variables. Results: Results showed a significant positive relationship between emotional maturity and mental health of couples (r = 0.67; P < 0.05). There was an association between couples' emotional maturity and sex, religion, occupation, and previous marital history. Also, the relationship between mental health of couples and gender, place of birth, employment history and previous marital history was significant. Regression analysis also indicated that mental health and having a permanent job were predictors of emotional maturity (P < 0.05). The mean score of emotional maturity was detected 91.3 ± 21.6, which was interpreted as emotional instability, and the mean score of mental health was determined 16.2 ± 9.9. Conclusions: The mental health and having a constant job can predict the level of emotional maturity. In addition, the results suggested that emotional maturity has a positive correlation with mental health.

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A Study on Selected Demographic Characteristics and Mental Health of Young Adults in Public Higher Learning Institutions in Malaysia

Cited by 14 publications

References 20 publications

Stigma and Attitudes Towards Mental Health Disorders: A Cross Sectional Study at a Private University in Malaysia

Stigma and Attitudes Towards Mental Health Disorders: A Cross Sectional Study at a Private University in Malaysia

The Role of Religiosity to Address the Mental Health Crisis of Students: A Study on Three Parameters (Anxiety, Depression, and Stress)

Emotional Maturity and Mental Health Among New Couples Referred to Pre-Marriage Health Center in Karaj, Iran

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