quality of life

This research study was centered on the Rural Development Policy And The Quality Of Life Among Farmers In Ovia North East LGA, Edo State. To carry out this research study, the primary and secondary sources of data collection were utilized. To conduct the study, a total of four research questions were formulated thirteen questions were administered to the respondents to collect response from them. The instruments of data gathering is this study is the used of questionnaires which served as primary sources of data while books, journal, internet, libraries and paper presentation served as secondary sources. The findings reveals that the establishments of microfinance banks is primarily to meet the unsatisfied demand created by the inability or unwillingness of the more formal institution to offer to small enterprises and poor household adequate access of their deposit and credit facilities as well as other financial products and services. Lastly, it was recommended that the Agricultural Credit Guarantee Scheme (ACGS) should improve on their conditions for credit guarantee in order to make agricultural financing attractive to commercial banks.

Background: Stroke is a leading cause of long-term disability worldwide, and caring for stroke survivors often places a significant burden on family members or informal caregivers. This burden may adversely affect their physical health, psychological well-being, and overall quality of life. Aim: To assess the level of caregiving burden among caregivers of stroke survivors and to examine its association with their quality of life and depression level. Method: A purposive sampling technique was used. Data were collected from caregivers of stroke survivors in the wards and out-patient departments in University of Benin Teaching Hospital (UBTH) using standardized questionnaires such as the Zarit Burden Interview (ZBI) for caregiver burden, Adult Carer Quality of Life Questionnaire (AC-QoL) to measure quality of life and Beck Depression Inventory (BDI) for depression. Results: Females constituted 57.6% of the informal caregivers, whereas males accounted for 42.4%. 75.2% of the caregivers had significant level of burden, and 59.5% had depression, with demonstrable association between the two conditions (χ2 = 99.3, p < 0.001). There was a positive correlation between the scores for caregivers’ burden and depression (r = 0.75, p < 0.001). The severity of caregiver burden correlated positively with the severity of depression (r = 0.68, p < 0.001). Conclusion: The caregiver burden among caregivers of stroke survivors in Benin City is moderate. They also have moderate overall quality of life and experienced mild to moderate depressive symptoms.

Background: Knee osteoarthritis (OA) is a prevalent degenerative joint disease, particularly affecting the elderly, and significantly impacts both quality of life (QoL) and physical activity (PA) levels. The disease, marked by pain, joint stiffness, and mobility limitations, can exacerbate physical and psychological distress in older adults. Despite its widespread impact, there is limited research on how knee OA affects these dimensions among elderly populations in Nigeria. Aims: This study aimed to evaluate the impact of knee osteoarthritis on QoL and physical activity levels among elderly outpatients at the University of Benin Teaching Hospital. Methods: A cross-sectional descriptive study was conducted on 50 elderly patients (aged 60 and above) diagnosed with knee osteoarthritis. QoL was measured using the WHOQOL-BREF, physical activity levels were assessed using the Physical Activity Scale for the Elderly (PASE), and pain intensity was evaluated with the Numerical Pain Rating Scale (NPRS). Data were analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics, including chi-square tests and MannWhitney U tests. Results: The majority of respondents (64%) reported low QoL, with high levels of physical activity observed in 88% of participants. Pain intensity varied, with 40% of participants experiencing severe pain. No significant differences were found between male and female respondents in terms of QoL, physical activity, or pain intensity ( p=0.565; p=0.230; p=0.012 respectively). Furthermore, no no significant association were found between age and each of QoL ,physical activity levels and pain intensity(p=0.409;p=0.620;p=0.059 respectively) Conclusion: This study revealed that elderly patients with knee osteoarthritis experience low quality of life and generally high physical activity levels, with mild-to-severe variations in pain intensity. Furthermore, no statistically significant associations were found between age and each of QoL, physical activity and pain intensity Keywords: Knee osteoarthritis, elderly, quality of life, physical activity, pain.

This study investigates the impact of social work intervention in caring for the elderly in Egor Local Government Area, Benin City, Edo State. The research aims to identify the challenges faced by the elderly in the region and examine the effectiveness of social work interventions in improving their well-being and quality of life. A mixed-method research design was employed, combining both quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis methods. The study's findings are expected to highlight the crucial role of social workers in providing emotional support, facilitating access to necessary resources, and promoting empowerment and self-management among the elderly. The study's results will have significant implications for policy and practice, underscoring the need for targeted interventions to address the healthcare challenges faced by the elderly in Egor Local Government Area.

Background: University students often face challenges such as poor dietary habits, irregular physical activity, and academic stress, which can adversely affect their health and quality of life (QoL). Nutritional status, physical activity, and QoL are key interrelated health determinants, but limited evidence exists among Nigerian university populations. Understanding these relationships is essential for promoting healthy lifestyles and better well-being among young adults.
Aims: This study aimed to determine the association between nutritional status, physical activity, and quality of life among non-clinical undergraduate students of the University of Benin. Methods: A cross-sectional descriptive study was conducted among 330 non-clinical undergraduates selected through multistage random sampling. Data were collected using a self- administered questionnaire comprising the Food Frequency Questionnaire (FFQ), International Physical Activity Questionnaire-Short Form (IPAQ-SF), and WHO Quality of Life-BREF (WHOQOL-BREF). Descriptive and inferential statistics, including Pearson’s correlation and Chi-square tests, were used, with a significance level of 0.05. Results: Among the 330 participants, 54.8% were male and 45.2% female, mostly aged 18–25 years. The mean BMI was 24.13 ± 14.18 kg/m², with 53.3% having normal weight, 19.4%
overweight, 12.1% obese, and 11.2% underweight. Most students (76.1%) practiced healthy eating habits. Physical activity levels were moderate in 48.8%, low in 30.9%, and high in 20.3%. Regarding QoL, 62.7% had moderate scores, 32.7% high, and 4.5% low. A significant association was found between nutritional status and physical activity (p = 0.037), but not between nutritional status and QoL (p = 0.096) or physical activity and QoL (p = 0.697).
Conclusion: This study found a significant association between nutritional status and physical activity, but not with quality of life among non-clinical students in the University of Benin. Most students maintained normal BMI and moderate physical activity levels, though some displayed poor nutrition and lifestyle habits. These findings highlight the importance of university-based health programs to improve nutrition, activity levels, and overall well-being.

Economic burden and quality of life of mental illness has helped defined the magnitude of their negative effects on the household, community and National economy. This study is aimed at assessing the economic burden and quality of life of mental illness among patients in low density ward, uselu Federal Neuro-psychiatric hospital, Benin-city. The Health Belief Model served as the theoretical study framework. The study used a descriptive cross sectional nonexperimental survey research design, the study was carried out among patients in low density ward in uselu Federal Neuro- psychiatric hospital, Benin-city. A sample size of 147 participants was determined using the Taro Yamane formula(N/1+N(e) ² which comprises of mentally ill patients receiving treatment in low density ward in uselu Federal Neuro-psychiatric hospital, Benin-city. Convenient sampling technique was used in selecting the respondents into the study. The instrument for data collection was well structured questionnaire developed by the researcher and validated by supervisor, a psychiatric nurse and other local experts. It consisted of 33 well structured questions, divided into four(4)sections; A contains socio-demographic information of the respondents contained direct medical cost of mental illness incurred by patients and household contained the indirect medical cost of mental illness and D contained the impact of mental illness on patients' quality of life. A 100% return rate was obtained. Data was analyzed using SPSS version 24.0 and descriptive statistics was used. A p value of p<0.05 was considered statistically significant. Ethical approval was obtained from the institution and participants were given informed consent to apprehend their signature. No statistically significant association existed between health insurance scheme and quality of life
(p>0.478). This study assessed the economic burden and quality of life of mental illness among patients in low density ward in uselu Federal Neuro-psychiatric hospital, Benin-city. The result shows that majority of the respondents have a fair level of quality of life. Government and multinational agencies should take concerted efforts to ensure reduced cost of treatment of mentally ill patients.