Mamaru Melkam
Dados Biográficos
| ID | 7748609 |
|---|---|
| NOME | Mamaru Melkam |
| PRENOMES | Mamaru |
| SOBRENOME | Melkam |
| ASSINATURA | MELKAM M |
| AFILIAÇÕES | University of Gondar |
| ORCID | 0000-0001-7847-5709 |
| VERIFICADO | Sim |
| TOTAL DE OBRAS | 21 |
| TOTAL DE CITAÇÕES | 0 |
| TOTAL COMO AUTOR | 21 |
| TOTAL COMO EDITOR | 0 |
| PRIMEIRO ANO DE PUBLICAÇÃO | 2022 |
| ANO MAIS RECENTE DE PUBLICAÇÃO | 2026 |
| ÍNDICE H | 0 |
Poor quality of sleep among people living with HIV/Aids attending at health care setting
Poor sleep quality is a common complaint among HIV-positive individuals, which might be due to the direct effect of the virus on the central nervous system. This study aimed to systematically review the prevalence and its associated factors of poor quality of sleep among people living with HIV/AIDS in Ethiopia. A systematic review and a meta-analysis study were conducted. Different single studies were extracted by Microsoft Excel and were analyze…
Post-traumatic stress disorders among sexual and gender-based violence survivors in war-affected zones in Ethiopia
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) among survivors of Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV) in war-affected zones is a pressing public health issue, as these individuals often endure compounded trauma from both the violence they experience and the broader context of conflict. Post-traumatic stress disorders are overlooked in Ethiopian society, despite the country having the greatest number of victims of violence and its detrimental effects o…
Post-traumatic stress disorder and its associated factors among internally displaced people due to conflict in Northwest Ethiopia
Background: Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that develops after being exposed to trauma, such as experiencing or witnessing life-threatening events, including war and other natural disasters. Despite the high levels of conflict, little attention has been given to post-traumatic stress disorder, particularly in low- and middle-income countries. Therefore, this study aimed to determine the prevalence of post-traum…
The effect of maternal high-risk fertility behavior on child nutritional status in Sub-Saharan Africa
Introduction: Maternal high-risk fertility behaviors (HRFBs) represent a multifaceted bio-demographic factor with profound implications for child health. Maternal HRFBs raise the risk of undernutrition in children under the age of five, rendering them more susceptible to stunting and wasting. When estimating the impact of HRFBs on child malnutrition using an observational study such as the Demographic and Health Survey (DHS), it's important to co…
Magnitude and determinants of intimate partner controlling behavior among women in sub-Saharan African countries from the recent demographic and health survey data
This study highlights a high prevalence of IPCB among reproductive-age women in eight Sub-Saharan African countries, with over half of the women reporting experiences of partner control. These findings suggest the presence of persistent gender power imbalances and socio-cultural norms that may contribute to male dominance in intimate relationships. These associations underscore the importance of promoting women's autonomy and addressing structura…
Domestic violence and its determinants among reproductive-age women in Sub-saharan Africa
The prevalence of domestic violence among reproductive-age women in sub-Saharan African countries is high. Individual and community-related factors contribute significantly to violence. Strengthening legal protections, economic and social empowerment of women, and implementing community-based education programs for partners are recommended to reduce domestic violence in sub-Saharan African countries
Modifiable risk factors for anemia among women of childbearing age in sub-saharan Africa (2015–2023)
In a cross-sectional study involving 21 SSA nations, we identified 5 modifiable risk factors associated with anemia among women of childbearing age in SSA. These factors should be a priority for policymakers when planning future interventions to address anemia in SSA's women's health
Multilevel analysis of discrimination of people living with HIV/Aids and associated factors in Ghana
Introduction: The negative effects of stigma and discrimination in communities and families include medication non-adherence, heightened psychological distress, verbal and physical abuse, a lack of social support, isolation, and dangerous health behaviors such as hiding prescriptions. Despite the huge burden of HIV/AIDS discriminatory attitudes, limited studies were conducted in Ghana. Therefore, this study examines the burden of discriminatory a…
Domestic violence and associated factors among pregnant women in sub-Saharan African countries from the recent demographic and health survey data
Introduction: Intimate partner violence (IPV) is a human rights violation that often involves violence against women, which appears to be the most prevalent type of abuse. IPV is a global public health issue with major human rights violations. Pregnant women's IPV needs special consideration because of the possible harm that might happen to mothers and their fetuses. The enormous global public health issue of IPV affects physical, mental, and sex…
Antisocial personality disorder and determinants among prisoners in South Gondar zone correctional institutions, Northwest Ethiopia
BACKGROUND: Antisocial personality disorder (ASPD) is a common mental health condition with major public health consequences, affecting 0.2-3.3 % of the general population. ASPD has become increasingly common in correctional settings. Therefore, this study aimed to assess antisocial personality disorder and its determinants among prisoners in South Gondar zone correctional centers, which has a vital role in early intervention. METHODS: An institu…
Prevalence and associated factors of premenstrual dysphoric disorder among high school students in Finote Selam town, northwest Ethiopia
The overall prevalence of PMDD which was one-third among high school students was high. Moreover, long duration of menstruation bleeding, depressive symptoms, irregular menstruation cycle, and high perceived stress were significant factors in PMDD. Therefore, it needs early screening and intervention in primary healthcare settings, especially for those who have high perceived stress, having depression, having a long duration of menstruation bleed…
Investigating war trauma, its effects, and associated risk factors on anxiety among high school students in Woldia town, northeast Ethiopia, 2022
The prevalence of anxiety in this study was approximately two in five high school students. Therefore, we recommend that the Ministry of Education collaborate with the Ministry of Health to expand and implement mental health services in high schools to promote the wellbeing of students for the prevention of anxiety
Help-seeking behaviors and determinant factors among women exposed to intimate partner violence in East Africa based on recent demographic and health survey data
Approximately four out of 10 women were seeking help for intimate partner violence in East Africa. Husbands drinking alcohol, women's high educational status, and women having occupations were the factors that were associated with help-seeking behaviors against intimate partner violence
Factors associated with zero vegetable and fruit consumption among Tanzanian children
Child age, current breastfeeding status, maternal educational status, maternal employment status, father's educational status, household wealth index, sex of household, media exposure, and community poverty level were significantly associated with ZVF consumption. Efforts should focus on educating mothers about the early introduction of fruits and vegetables in children's diets, alongside supporting breastfeeding. Tailored economic empowerment in…
Sexual violence against ever-married reproductive-age women in East Africa
Empowering girls and women through education reduces their vulnerability. Effective programs should prioritize workplace safety, financial independence, and robust legal protections against harassment and abuse. Raising awareness about the impact of alcohol abuse on relationships and the heightened risk of sexual violence is crucial. Moreover, enhancing access to support services and community networks, especially in rural areas, is essential for…
Multilevel analysis of intimate partner violence and associated factors among reproductive-age women
The prevalence of intimate partner violence was high. Educating women, reducing partner alcohol use, and improving the economic status of women, were crucial in mitigating the burden of intimate partner violence. The intimate partners are supposed to respect the rights of women
Impact of partner alcohol use on intimate partner violence among reproductive-age women in East Africa Demographic and Health Survey
We conclude that partner alcohol use has a direct cause for intimate partner violence. Therefore, controlling partner alcohol consumption can reduce the burden of intimate partner violence
Psychotic symptoms and its associated factors relating to psychoactive substance use among the youth population in Northwest Ethiopia
Psychotic symptoms related to psychoactive substances among the youth population in Northwest Ethiopia were high. Thus, it is better to give a special attention to the youth population with low social support and existing psychological distress concurrent with psychoactive substance use
Mental healthcare services satisfaction and its associated factors among patients with mental disorders on follow-up in the University of Gondar Comprehensive Specialized Hospital, Northwest Ethiopia
The prevalence of mental healthcare services satisfaction is very low; therefore, more is expected to be done to enhance the satisfaction of the patients who access these services via psychiatry clinics. Enhancing the social support of clients, making drugs available in the hospital, and improving the service received by the admitted client are necessary to increase the healthcare service satisfaction of clients on the whole. The services deliver…
Depressive symptoms and associated factors among pregnant women attending antenatal care at Comprehensive Specialized Hospitals in Northwest Ethiopia, 2022
The prevalence of depressive symptoms among pregnant women was high. Living in rural areas, second and third trimesters, use of alcohol, having moderate to poor social support, and having a history of intimate partner violence were variables significantly associated with depressive symptoms during pregnancy
Prevalence and associated factors of social phobia among high school adolescents in Northwest Ethiopia, 2021
The overall prevalence of SP among adolescents was high. Therefore, early detection and adequate intervention are crucial to reducing the overall burden of social phobia among adolescents
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Prevalence and associated factors of social phobia among high school adolescents in Northwest Ethiopia, 2021
The overall prevalence of SP among adolescents was high. Therefore, early detection and adequate intervention are crucial to reducing the overall burden of social phobia among adolescents
Psychotic symptoms and its associated factors relating to psychoactive substance use among the youth population in Northwest Ethiopia
Psychotic symptoms related to psychoactive substances among the youth population in Northwest Ethiopia were high. Thus, it is better to give a special attention to the youth population with low social support and existing psychological distress concurrent with psychoactive substance use
Mental healthcare services satisfaction and its associated factors among patients with mental disorders on follow-up in the University of Gondar Comprehensive Specialized Hospital, Northwest Ethiopia
The prevalence of mental healthcare services satisfaction is very low; therefore, more is expected to be done to enhance the satisfaction of the patients who access these services via psychiatry clinics. Enhancing the social support of clients, making drugs available in the hospital, and improving the service received by the admitted client are necessary to increase the healthcare service satisfaction of clients on the whole. The services deliver…
Depressive symptoms and associated factors among pregnant women attending antenatal care at Comprehensive Specialized Hospitals in Northwest Ethiopia, 2022
The prevalence of depressive symptoms among pregnant women was high. Living in rural areas, second and third trimesters, use of alcohol, having moderate to poor social support, and having a history of intimate partner violence were variables significantly associated with depressive symptoms during pregnancy
Multilevel analysis of discrimination of people living with HIV/Aids and associated factors in Ghana
Introduction: The negative effects of stigma and discrimination in communities and families include medication non-adherence, heightened psychological distress, verbal and physical abuse, a lack of social support, isolation, and dangerous health behaviors such as hiding prescriptions. Despite the huge burden of HIV/AIDS discriminatory attitudes, limited studies were conducted in Ghana. Therefore, this study examines the burden of discriminatory a…
Domestic violence and associated factors among pregnant women in sub-Saharan African countries from the recent demographic and health survey data
Introduction: Intimate partner violence (IPV) is a human rights violation that often involves violence against women, which appears to be the most prevalent type of abuse. IPV is a global public health issue with major human rights violations. Pregnant women's IPV needs special consideration because of the possible harm that might happen to mothers and their fetuses. The enormous global public health issue of IPV affects physical, mental, and sex…
Antisocial personality disorder and determinants among prisoners in South Gondar zone correctional institutions, Northwest Ethiopia
BACKGROUND: Antisocial personality disorder (ASPD) is a common mental health condition with major public health consequences, affecting 0.2-3.3 % of the general population. ASPD has become increasingly common in correctional settings. Therefore, this study aimed to assess antisocial personality disorder and its determinants among prisoners in South Gondar zone correctional centers, which has a vital role in early intervention. METHODS: An institu…
Prevalence and associated factors of premenstrual dysphoric disorder among high school students in Finote Selam town, northwest Ethiopia
The overall prevalence of PMDD which was one-third among high school students was high. Moreover, long duration of menstruation bleeding, depressive symptoms, irregular menstruation cycle, and high perceived stress were significant factors in PMDD. Therefore, it needs early screening and intervention in primary healthcare settings, especially for those who have high perceived stress, having depression, having a long duration of menstruation bleed…
Investigating war trauma, its effects, and associated risk factors on anxiety among high school students in Woldia town, northeast Ethiopia, 2022
The prevalence of anxiety in this study was approximately two in five high school students. Therefore, we recommend that the Ministry of Education collaborate with the Ministry of Health to expand and implement mental health services in high schools to promote the wellbeing of students for the prevention of anxiety
Help-seeking behaviors and determinant factors among women exposed to intimate partner violence in East Africa based on recent demographic and health survey data
Approximately four out of 10 women were seeking help for intimate partner violence in East Africa. Husbands drinking alcohol, women's high educational status, and women having occupations were the factors that were associated with help-seeking behaviors against intimate partner violence
Factors associated with zero vegetable and fruit consumption among Tanzanian children
Child age, current breastfeeding status, maternal educational status, maternal employment status, father's educational status, household wealth index, sex of household, media exposure, and community poverty level were significantly associated with ZVF consumption. Efforts should focus on educating mothers about the early introduction of fruits and vegetables in children's diets, alongside supporting breastfeeding. Tailored economic empowerment in…
Sexual violence against ever-married reproductive-age women in East Africa
Empowering girls and women through education reduces their vulnerability. Effective programs should prioritize workplace safety, financial independence, and robust legal protections against harassment and abuse. Raising awareness about the impact of alcohol abuse on relationships and the heightened risk of sexual violence is crucial. Moreover, enhancing access to support services and community networks, especially in rural areas, is essential for…
Multilevel analysis of intimate partner violence and associated factors among reproductive-age women
The prevalence of intimate partner violence was high. Educating women, reducing partner alcohol use, and improving the economic status of women, were crucial in mitigating the burden of intimate partner violence. The intimate partners are supposed to respect the rights of women
Impact of partner alcohol use on intimate partner violence among reproductive-age women in East Africa Demographic and Health Survey
We conclude that partner alcohol use has a direct cause for intimate partner violence. Therefore, controlling partner alcohol consumption can reduce the burden of intimate partner violence
Post-traumatic stress disorder and its associated factors among internally displaced people due to conflict in Northwest Ethiopia
Background: Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that develops after being exposed to trauma, such as experiencing or witnessing life-threatening events, including war and other natural disasters. Despite the high levels of conflict, little attention has been given to post-traumatic stress disorder, particularly in low- and middle-income countries. Therefore, this study aimed to determine the prevalence of post-traum…
The effect of maternal high-risk fertility behavior on child nutritional status in Sub-Saharan Africa
Introduction: Maternal high-risk fertility behaviors (HRFBs) represent a multifaceted bio-demographic factor with profound implications for child health. Maternal HRFBs raise the risk of undernutrition in children under the age of five, rendering them more susceptible to stunting and wasting. When estimating the impact of HRFBs on child malnutrition using an observational study such as the Demographic and Health Survey (DHS), it's important to co…
Magnitude and determinants of intimate partner controlling behavior among women in sub-Saharan African countries from the recent demographic and health survey data
This study highlights a high prevalence of IPCB among reproductive-age women in eight Sub-Saharan African countries, with over half of the women reporting experiences of partner control. These findings suggest the presence of persistent gender power imbalances and socio-cultural norms that may contribute to male dominance in intimate relationships. These associations underscore the importance of promoting women's autonomy and addressing structura…
Domestic violence and its determinants among reproductive-age women in Sub-saharan Africa
The prevalence of domestic violence among reproductive-age women in sub-Saharan African countries is high. Individual and community-related factors contribute significantly to violence. Strengthening legal protections, economic and social empowerment of women, and implementing community-based education programs for partners are recommended to reduce domestic violence in sub-Saharan African countries
Modifiable risk factors for anemia among women of childbearing age in sub-saharan Africa (2015–2023)
In a cross-sectional study involving 21 SSA nations, we identified 5 modifiable risk factors associated with anemia among women of childbearing age in SSA. These factors should be a priority for policymakers when planning future interventions to address anemia in SSA's women's health
Poor quality of sleep among people living with HIV/Aids attending at health care setting
Poor sleep quality is a common complaint among HIV-positive individuals, which might be due to the direct effect of the virus on the central nervous system. This study aimed to systematically review the prevalence and its associated factors of poor quality of sleep among people living with HIV/AIDS in Ethiopia. A systematic review and a meta-analysis study were conducted. Different single studies were extracted by Microsoft Excel and were analyze…
Post-traumatic stress disorders among sexual and gender-based violence survivors in war-affected zones in Ethiopia
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) among survivors of Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV) in war-affected zones is a pressing public health issue, as these individuals often endure compounded trauma from both the violence they experience and the broader context of conflict. Post-traumatic stress disorders are overlooked in Ethiopian society, despite the country having the greatest number of victims of violence and its detrimental effects o…
Medicine (19 obras) · Demography (14 obras) · Environmental health (14 obras) · Public health (12 obras) · Psychiatry (11 obras) · Demography (10 obras) · Biostatistics (8 obras) · Intimate Partner and Family Violence (8 obras) · Logistic regression (8 obras) · Poison control (8 obras)