Voice Disorders Among Teachers in Al-Ahsa, Eastern Region, KSA: Vocal Complaints, Treatment-Seeking Behaviors, and Knowledge of Vocal Care

Alshuhayb, Bayan S.; Alkhars, Abdullah Z.; AlMaghlouth, Maitha K.; Alkhars, Fatimah S.; Alamer, Zainab A.; Alarfaj, Abdullah A.; Al-Yahya, Khalid

doi:10.1016/j.jvoice.2022.07.001

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“…The correlation between respiratory conditions and VD has been supported by studies linking respiratory health to vocal health [ 6 , 20 , 21 ]. However, the aspect of family history introduces a novel dimension, suggesting a potential genetic influence.…”

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Voice Disorders Among Teachers in Taif City, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Fageeh,

Alotaibi,

Althobaiti

et al. 2024

Cureus

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Background Voice disorders (VD) pose significant challenges for teachers as they impact their professional and personal lives. Teaching requires extensive use of the voice, making teachers particularly susceptible to vocal health issues. VD can hinder the quality of education. Objectives This study aimed to comprehensively explore the prevalence, associated factors, and impact of VD among teachers and their health-seeking behavior regarding VD. Methodology A cross-sectional observational study was conducted in Taif City, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA), between November and December 2023. The data were collected through a questionnaire covering demographic variables, occupational factors, voice-related symptoms, associated health conditions, and the impact of VD. The statistical analysis was performed using SPSS Statistics version 26 (IBM Corp. Released 2019. IBM SPSS Statistics for Windows, Version 26.0. Armonk, NY: IBM Corp.), and chi-squared tests were used to assess associations. Results The study involved 568 teachers, 61.8% of whom had VD. The study identified significant associations between VD and demographic characteristics, habits, and teaching-related variables. Age, gender, teaching subject, class size, and weekly teaching load were associated with the prevalence of VD. Hoarseness, throat pain, and throat dryness were prevalent symptoms among teachers with VD. The impact of VD on teachers was evident, with a considerable proportion reporting work absenteeism (28.7%) and even contemplating retirement due to voice problems (6.3%). Conclusion This study offers a nuanced understanding of VD among teachers in the Taif region, emphasizing the complex interplay of demographic, symptomatic, and behavioral factors. The findings underscore the need for targeted interventions, including awareness campaigns, preventive strategies, and streamlined healthcare access, to address the unique challenges that different subgroups of teachers face. Future research should further explore longitudinal trajectories and objective measures to enhance our understanding of VD in educational settings.

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“…This finding underscores the potential genetic component of vocal health, suggesting a hereditary predisposition. While limited studies have explored the heritability of VD, these findings open avenues for genetic research and understanding the interplay between genetic factors and environmental influences on vocal health [ 3 , 21 ].…”

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confidence: 99%