1.Risk Factors for Coronary Heart Disease in Productive Age Group in Indonesia
Arwan Setyo Nugroho ; Erni Astutik ; Tika Dwi Tama
Malaysian Journal of Medicine and Health Sciences 2022;18(No.2):99-105
Introduction: Heart attack and stroke are two diseases causing four out of five patients with cardiovascular disease
to experience early death at the age of below 70 years old. Coronary heart disease is caused by two factors, namely
modifiable factors and non-modifiable factors. This study aimed to determine factors related to coronary heart disease in the productive age groups in Indonesia. Methods: This study used data from the Indonesia Family Life Survey
(IFLS) 5. The total sample in this study was 24,199 with productive age (15-59 years old). The data were analyzed
using multiple logistic regressions to analyze the risk factors for coronary heart disease. Results: This study found that
coronary heart disease prevalence was 1.30%. Most of the respondents in this study were females (52.30%), had a
normal body mass index (40.75%), had moderate physical activities (39.33%), had no smoking habit (64.59%), and
consumed no fast-food (88.34%). The result showed that older age (AOR =1.06 95%CI=1.05-1.07), female (AOR
=1.93, 95%CI=1.32-2.83), vigorous physical activity (AOR = 0.72, 95%CI=0.53-0.96), and fast-food consumption
(AOR =1.68, 95%CI=1.22-2.31) had higher odds to experience coronary heart disease. Conclusion: Older age,
female, vigorous physical activities, fast-food consumption were the risk factors of coronary heart disease at a productive age in Indonesia.
2.Depression, Anxiety, and Stress among Students in Newly Established Remote University Campus in Indonesia
Erni Astutik ; Susy Katikana Sebayang ; Septa Indra Puspikawati ; Tika Dwi Tama ; Desak Made Sintha Kurnia Dewi
Malaysian Journal of Medicine and Health Sciences 2020;16(No.1):270-277
Introduction: Studies show that many university students experience common mental health problems, such as depression, anxiety, and stress. In severe cases, these problems can cause disability that may hinder youths from achieving their potential academic or career development. This study aims to measure the occurrence and levels of depression, anxiety, and stress and their determinants among undergraduate students of a recently established remote campus in Indonesia. Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted in Banyuwangi, East Java from September- December 2017. Exactly 229 students were randomly selected using cluster sampling. Mental health status was measured using Depression, Anxiety, and Stress Scale. We used multivariable logistic regression to determine factors related to depression, anxiety, and stress. Results: The prevalence of depression, anxiety, and stress were 25.0%, 51.1%, and 38.9% respectively among these students. Level of education was associated with depression and stress, but not with anxiety. The fifth semester students had significantly greater odds of depression (AOR = 2.27; 95% CI: 1.04-4.93; p value = 0.04) and stress (AOR =2.18; 95% CI: 1.10-4.37; p value = 0.03) compared to the seventh semester students. No variables were significantly associated with the occurrence of anxiety. Conclusion: Fifth semester students had a greater risk for depression, anxiety, and stress compared to students at a higher level of education. The present study highlights the need for policies in new universities to provide a routine psychological support and counseling for students undergoing semesters that place greater mental burden.