Doris Akosua Tay
Biographic Data
| ID | 10007724 |
|---|---|
| NAME | Doris Akosua Tay |
| GIVEN NAMES | Doris Akosua |
| FAMILY NAME | Tay |
| SIGNATURE | TAY D A |
| AFFILIATIONS | University of Ghana |
| ORCID | 0000-0002-1148-4325 |
| VERIFIED | Yes |
| TOTAL WORKS | 5 |
| TOTAL CITATIONS | 0 |
| AUTHOR COUNT | 5 |
| EDITOR COUNT | 0 |
| FIRST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2022 |
| LATEST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2024 |
| H-INDEX | 0 |
Resilience and sustainability of entrepreneurial mindsets in Ghanaian youth
Introduction Youth sports programs are recognized as effective tools for fostering entrepreneurial mindsets, resilience, and sustainable personal development. This study evaluates the long-term impact of the Africa Alliance for Partnerships (AAP) program on the academic and professional trajectories of its alumni, with a focus on sustained entrepreneurial skills and personal growth. Methods A structured survey was conducted among alumni who parti…
Physical activity and anxiety during the Covid-19 pandemic in Tanzania
Background: The COVID-19 pandemic heightened anxiety levels globally, disproportionately affecting low-and middle-income countries (LMICs). Physical activity (PA) has shown potential to alleviate mental health challenges, including anxiety. This study explores the relationship between PA and anxiety among Tanzanian adults during the pandemic, examining whether self-reported health status moderates this relationship and identifying demographic var…
Self-perception of health and physical activity levels among the youth and adults before and amidst the Covid-19 pandemic
Background: Emerging research indicates that the COVID-19 pandemic and associated restrictions led to decreased physical activity levels and poorer health globally. However, most studies on this topic have focused on advanced countries, leaving a gap in understanding the impact in countries like Ghana. This study aimed to fill this gap by assessing self-perceived health status and physical activity levels among youth and adults in Ghana before, d…
Promoting development of entrepreneurial skills of youth in Ghana through a structured sport intervention program
Introduction The purpose of this brief report is to describe how a structured sport-based positive life skills program can be used in promoting the development of entrepreneurial skills of youth in Ghana. Methods A total of 29 youth participated in the study with 11 as the control group and the remaining 18 as the intervention group. The students in the intervention together with 5 parents participated in a weekend mapping camp. Data for the stud…
Impact of Urbanization on Health and Well-Being in Ghana. Status of Research, Intervention Strategies and Future Directions
Introduction: Ghana like other African countries is facing multiple health threats due to expansion of urban populations. Globally, the urbanization phenomenon has received considerable attention and modest steps have been undertaken to address it. Ghana is stalling on implementation of policies and interventions targeted at alleviating the menace. Objectives: This review examined research evidence, interventions, and policies relating to urbaniz…
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Impact of Urbanization on Health and Well-Being in Ghana. Status of Research, Intervention Strategies and Future Directions
Introduction: Ghana like other African countries is facing multiple health threats due to expansion of urban populations. Globally, the urbanization phenomenon has received considerable attention and modest steps have been undertaken to address it. Ghana is stalling on implementation of policies and interventions targeted at alleviating the menace. Objectives: This review examined research evidence, interventions, and policies relating to urbaniz…
Promoting development of entrepreneurial skills of youth in Ghana through a structured sport intervention program
Introduction The purpose of this brief report is to describe how a structured sport-based positive life skills program can be used in promoting the development of entrepreneurial skills of youth in Ghana. Methods A total of 29 youth participated in the study with 11 as the control group and the remaining 18 as the intervention group. The students in the intervention together with 5 parents participated in a weekend mapping camp. Data for the stud…
Resilience and sustainability of entrepreneurial mindsets in Ghanaian youth
Introduction Youth sports programs are recognized as effective tools for fostering entrepreneurial mindsets, resilience, and sustainable personal development. This study evaluates the long-term impact of the Africa Alliance for Partnerships (AAP) program on the academic and professional trajectories of its alumni, with a focus on sustained entrepreneurial skills and personal growth. Methods A structured survey was conducted among alumni who parti…
Physical activity and anxiety during the Covid-19 pandemic in Tanzania
Background: The COVID-19 pandemic heightened anxiety levels globally, disproportionately affecting low-and middle-income countries (LMICs). Physical activity (PA) has shown potential to alleviate mental health challenges, including anxiety. This study explores the relationship between PA and anxiety among Tanzanian adults during the pandemic, examining whether self-reported health status moderates this relationship and identifying demographic var…
Self-perception of health and physical activity levels among the youth and adults before and amidst the Covid-19 pandemic
Background: Emerging research indicates that the COVID-19 pandemic and associated restrictions led to decreased physical activity levels and poorer health globally. However, most studies on this topic have focused on advanced countries, leaving a gap in understanding the impact in countries like Ghana. This study aimed to fill this gap by assessing self-perceived health status and physical activity levels among youth and adults in Ghana before, d…
Medicine (4 works) · Psychology (4 works) · Environmental health (3 works) · Psychological intervention (3 works) · Business (2 works) · COVID-19 and Mental Health (2 works) · Disease (2 works) · Entrepreneurship (2 works) · Geography (2 works) · Gerontology (2 works)