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There are clear signs of the growing use of the internet across all cultures, which generate new behaviors in the virtual environment such as media multitasking, phubbing, and cybergossip, all associated with online risks and less positive modes of socialization. FoMO (Fear of Missing Out) along with virtual emotional experiences could be relevant predictors, where literature suggests that FoMO is a trigger for problematic social media use, and socio-emotional e-competencies facilitate adaptive behaviors in virtual environments. Hence, understanding which variables predict these phenomena is crucial and whether they can be generalized across different countries. The objective of this study is to analyze whether two dimensions of socio-personal development used to interact in virtual environments, FoMO (Fear of Missing Out) and socio-emotional e-competencies (e-COM), are predictors of different cyberbehaviors (cybergossip, phubbing and media multitasking) in university students from two different countries. It also aims to verify if socio-emotional e-competencies act as a moderator of this relationship. In order to achieve this, we used a sample of 1524 university students from Mexico and Spain (19.74 years old). The results of the path analysis models show that FoMO is the strongest predictor of the three online behaviors regardless of country and gender, especially in the case of phubbing. In addition, socio-emotional e-competencies help to explain the behaviors in a differential way for each country, and the dimension of e-self-control of impulsivity plays a moderating role in FoMO in the case of phubbing and media multitasking. Some differences between countries and genders are discussed.

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Cross-sectional study investigated the association of fresh or minimally processed foods and ultra-processed food consumption with symptoms of depression, anxiety and stress in students from a Brazilian public university. Undergraduate students admitted in 2022 answered an online questionnaire during their first semester. Consumption of 12 subgroups of fresh or minimally processed foods and 13 of ultra-processed foods on the previous day were investigated (affirmative answer for ≥ 5 subgroups was classified as high consumption). Depression, anxiety and stress were investigated using the DASS-21 and mild to extremely severe symptoms were grouped to be compared with individuals without symptoms. Adjusted logistic regression models estimated the Odds Ratio (OR) of the association between symptoms of depression, anxiety and stress (outcomes) and food consumption (exposures), with a significance level of 5%. A total of 924 students were evaluated, of whom 57.7% presented symptoms of depression, 51.9% of anxiety and 59.4% of stress. A high consumption of fresh or minimally processed foods was observed in 80.3% of the students, with a higher frequency among those without symptoms of depression, anxiety, and stress, while 38.9% showed a high consumption of ultra-processed foods, without differences according to symptoms. High consumption of fresh or minimally processed foods was associated with a lower likelihood of symptoms of depression (OR: 0.62; p=0.011), anxiety (OR: 0.58; p=0.003) and stress (OR: 0.69; p=0.043). No association was found between ultra-processed and mental health outcomes. Actions that support and encourage the consumption of healthy food in the university environment can contribute to mental health outcomes.

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BACKGROUND: Motivation for the study. College students are exposed to numerous stressful events, which predispose them to problems such as depression and anxiety, leading to increased consumption of psychotropic medications. Main findings. The use of psychotropic medications was reported by 12.0% of students, being higher among those with access to health insurance and diagnosed with depression and anxiety, as well as among those who reported using illicit drugs and who were dissatisfied with their academic performance. We found lower consumption of psychotropic drugs among women who consumed alcoholic beverages. Implications. The evidence from this study may support actions to promote not only rational drug use campaigns, but also measures to minimize and help students with the stress of academic life. OBJECTIVE.: To analyze the consumption of psychotropic drugs and their associated factors in university students, stratified by sex. MATERIALS AND METHODS.: We conducted a cross-sectional study with undergraduate students of a public university in Brazil. The instrument was an online self-administered questionnaire. The outcome variable was the use of psychotropic drugs, based on the Anatomical Therapeutic Chemical (ATC) classification system, and the exposure variables were socio-demographic, academic and health-related. The association between the exposure variables and the outcome was verified by calculating prevalence ratios and their 95% confidence intervals. RESULTS.: We found that 12.2% (n=396) of the 3238 participants used psychotropic drugs; most were women (78.3%). The prevalence of psychotropic drug use was higher among students with access to health insurance, diagnosis of depression and diagnosis of anxiety. It was also higher in the group of women who reported using illicit drugs in the last three months and in the group of men who reported being dissatisfied or very dissatisfied with their academic performance. We detected low frequency of psychotropic drug use among women who consume alcohol on a weekly basis. CONCLUSIONS.: Our results show a higher frequency of psychotropic medication use in females, as well as in students with access to health insurance, diagnosis of depression and diagnosis of anxiety, regardless of sex.

OBJETIVO.: Analizar el consumo de medicamentos psicotrópicos y sus factores asociados en estudiantes universitarios, estratificado segun sexo. MATERIALES Y MÉTODOS.: Se realizó un estudio transversal con estudiantes de pregrado de una universidad pública de Brasil. El instrumento fue un cuestionario autoadministrado en línea. La variable de resultado fue el uso de medicamentos psicotrópicos, con base en el sistema de clasificación Anatómico Terapéutico Químico (ATC) y las variables de exposición fueron socidemográficas, académicas y relacionadas con la salud. La asociación entre las variables de exposición y el resultado se verificaron mediante el cálculo de razones de prevalencia y sus intervalos de confianza al 95%. RESULTADOS.: El 12,2% (n=396) de los 3238 participantes refirieron consumir psicofármacos, la mayoría fueron mujeres (78,3%). La prevalencia de consumo de psicotrópicos fue mayor entre los estudiantes con acceso a seguro de salud, diagnóstico de depresión y diagnóstico de ansiedad. También fue mayor en el grupo de mujeres que informaron consumir drogas ilícitas en los últimos tres meses y en el grupo de hombres que informaron estar insatisfechos o muy insatisfechos con su rendimiento académico. Se detectó una menor frecuencia de uso de psicofármacos entre las mujeres que consumen alcohol semanalmente. CONCLUSIONES.: Los resultados indican una mayor frecuencia de consumo de medicamentos psicotrópicos en las mujeres, así como en los estudiantes con acceso al seguro de salud, diagnóstico de depresión y diagnóstico de ansiedad, independientemente del sexo.

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PURPOSE: To analyze the effects of the Program for Developing Oral Communication Expressiveness on announcers of a university radio station. METHODS: This is a pre/post intervention study. The Program for Developing Oral Communication Expressiveness was implemented with eight announcers in eight 2-hour meetings. Participants were evaluated before and after the program using self-perception instruments, auditory-perceptual judgment, and acoustic analysis of their voices during standardized readings. Statistical analysis included descriptive and statistical inference methods with a significance level of p < 0.05. RESULTS: The announcers' self-perceived diction and voice improved after the program. Half of the pairs evaluated improved in the auditory-perceptual judgment of reading, emphasizing voice quality, speech, and interpretation. The acoustic analysis found reduced fundamental frequency of speech, increased articulation and elocution rate, and decreased speech intensity. CONCLUSION: The program considerably improved aspects of the announcers' voice and speech, highlighting the importance of specific training programs to improve radio communication skills.

OBJETIVO: analisar os efeitos do Programa de Desenvolvimento da Expressividade para Comunicação Oral em locutores de uma rádio universitária. MÉTODO: este é um estudo antes e após intervenção. Durante oito encontros de duas horas cada, foi implementado o Programa de Desenvolvimento da Expressividade para Comunicação Oral em oito locutores. Os participantes foram avaliados antes e depois do programa por instrumentos de autopercepção, julgamento perceptivo-auditivo e análise acústica de suas vozes durante leituras padronizadas. A análise estatística incluiu métodos descritivos e de inferência estatística com um nível de significância de p<0,05. RESULTADOS: após o programa, houve uma melhoria na autopercepção dos locutores na dicção e na voz. No julgamento perceptivo-auditivo das leituras, a metade dos pares avaliados mostrou evolução, com destaque para a qualidade da voz, a fala e a interpretação. Na análise acústica, observou-se uma redução na frequência fundamental da fala, aumento na taxa de articulação e elocução, e diminuição da intensidade da fala. CONCLUSÃO: o programa mostrou considerável melhoria em aspectos da voz e da fala dos locutores, destacando a importância de programas de treinamento específicos para aprimorar as habilidades comunicativas em contextos radiofônicos.

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Several studies suggest that international collaboration increases the impact of science. In this study, we selected 50 universities and 10 research institutes to analyze whether publications produced over a 10-year period would gain more visibility through the occurrence of international collaboration. To address this question, we selected the top 10 ranked universities in the world (2023), along with the top-ranked universities in Africa, Asia, Latin America, and Oceania. Additionally, we included 10 research institutes from different areas of the globe in our analysis. The percentage of publications including international collaboration varied widely among these institutions. Analysis of the average number of citations per publication, in addition to the determination of the field-weighted citation impact, confirmed that international collaboration resulted in higher citation indices. Our study employed approaches to partially quantify the influence of international collaboration on the impact of science, which could serve as the basis for scientific policies aimed at stimulating international partnerships and increasing scientific visibility.

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OBJECTIVE: To analyze the retail food environment and identify the presence of food swamps around public and private higher education institutions (HEIs) in Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais. METHODS: This is an ecological study with the analysis unit being a 500-meter buffer network around 81 in-person HEI units. The density and proximity between the HEIs and food purchasing establishments for immediate consumption were assessed according to the administrative category and per capita income of the census tract, as well as the presence of food swamps. RESULTS: In 98.76% of the buffers there was at least one establishment for immediate consumption. Snack bars, restaurants, and bars were the categories most available and closest to the HEIs. The density of establishments was higher around private HEIs and around HEIs located in higher income areas. It was found that 95.06% of HEIs were located in areas classified as food swamps. CONCLUSION: Thus, the HEIs evaluated were exposed to neighborhoods with an unhealthy food environment, which may predispose university students to food choices based on the consumption of ultra-processed foods and alcoholic beverages.

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The COVID-19 pandemic has provoked a worldwide mental health crisis, affecting university students in an exacerbated way, exposing them to the risk of emotional isolation and development of eating disorders. The present study aimed to examine the quality of healthy lifestyle practices in university students from the Faculty of Human Medicine and the Faculty of Education of a Peruvian university during and after the COVID-19 pandemic. This study was conducted during the academic period 2020 and 2023. Data collection was performed between July and August 2020, during the first wave of the COVID-19 pandemic (M1) and between November and December 2023, post-pandemic (M2). In M1 and M2, 370 and 82 students participated, respectively. The results of the Mann-Whitney test revealed significant differences between the total healthy lifestyle score of students in M1 and M2. In the nutrition domain, there are significant differences between the scores obtained in M1 and M2, revealing a decrease in nutritional care. Significant differences were also found between both faculties in substance use in M1 and physical activity practice in M2. Although a trend toward the adoption of healthy habits was observed in the initial stages, the longitudinal analysis reveals a generalized decrease in concern for health and well-being. Medical students, on the other hand, showed greater resilience and more successful adaptation to new circumstances, evidencing the importance of academic training in the promotion of healthy lifestyles. These results underscore the need to implement intervention strategies aimed at promoting healthy habits in the student population, especially in contexts of health crisis.

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BACKGROUND: Climate change has severe health impacts, particularly for populations living in environmentally sensitive areas such as riversides, slopes, and forests. These challenges are exacerbated for Indigenous communities, who often face marginalisation and rely heavily on the land for their livelihoods. Despite their vulnerability, the perspectives of Indigenous populations on climate change and its impacts remain underexplored, creating a critical gap in the literature. This study explored the perceptions of Indigenous Brazilian university students on how climate change affects their daily lives and gathered their insights on potential adaptations to mitigate climate change-related impacts. METHODS: Using a participatory arts-based approach, participants captured photographs reflecting their lived experiences with climate change. Follow-up interviews provided a narrative framework for qualitative analysis, enabling participants to articulate the strengths and concerns of their communities while transcending cultural and linguistic barriers. RESULTS: The study revealed key themes, including (1) the fragility of ecosystems critical to Indigenous livelihoods, (2) the erosion of traditional knowledge systems due to environmental and social disruptions, and (3) the need for community-driven strategies to protect territories and preserve cultural identities. Participants highlighted the interconnectedness of their cultural values with environmental stewardship, emphasising the importance of maintaining these relationships as a form of resilience. CONCLUSION: This study underscores the importance of protecting Indigenous territories and respecting their cultural identities to safeguard their survival and traditions. The voices of Indigenous university students provided valuable insights into community-based adaptations and strategies for mitigating the impacts of climate change.

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OBJECTIVE: To compare the effectiveness of ear acupuncture with laser and needles in the treatment of anxiety in university students in the post-pandemic context of Covid-19, as well as to evaluate the possible symptoms or adverse reactions triggered by the interventions. METHOD: Randomized clinical trial carried out with 126 university students, allocated to the "Needle" (control) and "Laser" (experimental) groups. Five ear acupuncture sessions were performed. Assessments were performed before, after the end of treatment and seven days later (follow up), through the State Anxiety Inventory and the measurement of heart and respiratory rates. The Generalized Estimating Equations were used. RESULTS: There was a reduction in anxiety levels in both groups, between the initial and final assessments, and initial and follow up. There was no difference between the groups in the final and follow up. Heart rate decreased in the Needle group between the final and follow up, and initial and follow up assessments; the Laser group remained constant over time and the groups did not differ from each other between the end and follow up. There was no change over time in respiratory rate in either group and they did not differ from each other in the final and follow up assessments. There was a higher occurrence of adverse reactions in the group that received the intervention with needles, despite the mild intensity. CONCLUSION: Both interventions were effective in reducing anxiety levels in university students. Brazilian Clinical Trials Registry RBR-8cxnvr2.

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The objective of this study was to identify the factors that best predict variations in tension, irritability, and fatigue (TIF) among university professors in Ecuador. Using a quantitative approach with a non-experimental, cross-sectional design, data were collected from a probabilistic sample of 364 participants. Psychometric measures were adapted and linguistically validated to assess TIF, and participants completed the Perceived Stress Questionnaire, alongside a sociodemographic questionnaire. Written informed consent was obtained, and participation was entirely voluntary. The results indicated that TIF significantly contribute to perceived stress levels among professors. Specific sociodemographic predictors were identified as statistically significant, providing insight into the multifaceted nature of work-related stress in academic settings and its potential implications for health and job satisfaction. The findings underscore the importance of targeted strategies to reduce stress-related outcomes, addressing factors unique to the academic environment in Ecuador. Additionally, while sociodemographic aspects were associated with variations in stress levels, other stress types also triggered TIF among university professors.

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BACKGROUND: Science recognizes the anxieties, depression, stress, and "turbulences" that women face in doctoral studies, but women's mental health in this context is still little addressed, even though it is a critical aspect for the well-being, persistence, and success of women doctoral candidates, who continue to be underrepresented in many professional fields. OBJECTIVES: The study aims to evaluate the relationship between academic motivation, psychological capital, and university academic performance (UAP) and to identify factors of female mental health success. DESIGN: A cross-sectional, mixed-methods study was conducted with a sample of 108 female doctoral students from a university in Lima, during the first quarter of 2024. METHODS: In the quantitative phase, three standardized scales were administered to assess academic motivation, psychological capital, and university academic performance (UAP). In the qualitative phase, interviews were conducted to gather relevant information on mental health. RESULTS: The findings emphasize five important points: (1) levels and the relationship between psychological capital, academic motivation, and performance, (2) motivational behavior according to study cycles, (3) risk and protection profiles, (4) protective functions, and (5) mental health success factors. The results indicate that 36% of the women have a low level of psychological capital, 34% have a medium level of academic motivation, and 37% have a high level of UAP, likewise "Intrinsic Motivation toward Accomplishment" is the positive core where most of these women converge. Significant differences were found between the study cycles with academic motivation and "University Academic Performance," and a significant gap between these variables. The risk profile (which limits performance) and the protective profile which allows high performance are determined; this positive profile is identified by women who present a high level of "Self-efficacy." The study demonstrates that "Psychological Capital" and "Academic Motivation" along with the dimensions of "Self-efficacy" and "Intrinsic Motivation to Experience Stimulation" serve protective functions. Fourteen success factors for women's mental health were identified and organized into four main approaches: Optimism, Hope, Resilience, and Self-efficacy. CONCLUSION: Limitations and future projections are discussed. The practical implications include implementing psychological support programs, fostering intrinsic motivation, integrating psychological assessments, establishing support networks, and making tailored curricular adjustments.

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The primary purpose of electronic government (e-government) is to promote transparency, facilitate access to government services, and strengthen the accountability of public institutions in the digital transformation age. However, few studies have explored the factors that affect women's adoption of e-government, especially in emerging economies. Consequently, this study aims to identify the factors that influence the adoption of e-government services by young women in Medellín, Colombia. To achieve this objective, a questionnaire was administered to a sample of 223 women, focusing on the factors proposed in the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM). The results were analyzed using Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM). The findings confirmed the validity of both the measurement and structural models, providing evidence for their predictive power. In addition, seven out of the eight hypotheses were confirmed, particularly highlighting the positive influence of ease of use on perceived usefulness, as well as the positive relationship between intention to use and actual use of the system. The results underscore the importance of reaching a more equitable and empowering participation of women in the digital government sphere. Moreover, they provide valuable insights for formulating policies and strategies that promote the effective adoption of e-government services by the demographic group under study.

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OBJECTIVE: Describe the activities aimed at achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), implemented by a polytechnic higher education institution, in the northern region of Portugal. METHODS: This is an experience report from a Higher Education Institution, which characterizes the contribution to the SDGs, within the scope of teaching, research, campus and leadership. RESULTS: In total, 1247 activities were mapped, with a preponderance in the "people" dimension (685 activities), with SDG 3 being the most prominent. Scientific articles contribute significantly to the SDGs, with a notable discrepancy between automatic (Scopus) and manual classifications, indicating a tendency to underestimate the impact of nursing studies. CONCLUSION: The results demonstrate the significant contribution of this institution to the SDGs, with a special focus on health and education. This contribution reflects the mission of the institution, which involves training competent and socially conscious health professionals, but simultaneously the need for greater awareness and training of the teaching staff.

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OBJECTIVE: To assess the prevalence of self-reported symptoms of endometriosis and adenomyosis among university students and identify potential predictors of these diseases among these symptoms. METHODS: This cross-sectional study was conducted at a private university in northeastern Brazil. The students were asked to complete an electronic questionnaire using a Google Form link. Participants were asked about general information, the menstrual cycle, and bleeding symptoms. The electronic questionnaire results were compared between two groups: students who self-reported endometriosis/adenomyosis (ENDO/ADENO) and students who self-reported no endometriosis/adenomyosis (NO ENDO/ADENO). RESULTS: Four (2.9%) students self-reported adenomyosis alone, 26 (18.6%) students self-reported endometriosis alone, and two (1.4%) students self-reported an associated diagnosis of endometriosis and adenomyosis. Participants were divided into two groups: ENDO/ADENO (n=32) and NO ENDO/ADENO (n=108). Participants in the ENDO/ADENO group reported more severe dysmenorrhea, worsening dysmenorrhea in the last 12 months, frequent absence from class, dyspareunia, and dysuria. Worsening dysmenorrhea was a predictor of endometriosis/adenomyosis in university female students (odds ratio = 5.73; 95% confidence interval, 1.91-17.22, p=0.002). CONCLUSIONS: The assessment of menstrual cycle symptoms can be used as a screening tool for patients at risk of endometriosis/adenomyosis. The progressive worsening of dysmenorrhea in the last 12 months was a predictor of endometriosis/adenomyosis diagnosis.

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A pesquisa visou caracterizar as dissertações e teses dos programas de pós-graduação stricto sensu específicos em Terapia Ocupacional no Brasil. Realizou-se, um levantamento bibliométrico dessa produção, através de consulta no Portal de Teses e Dissertações da Coordenação de Aperfeiçoamento de Pessoal de Nível Superior e nos websites dos programas. Os trabalhos do programa de pós-graduação da Universidade de São Paulo não foram incluídos, uma vez que não estavam disponíveis no período da pesquisa. Foi realizada uma análise descritiva, utilizando frequências absolutas e relativas para as variáveis categóricas. Foram encontradas 133 pesquisas, sendo 88,7% da Universidade Federal de São Carlos e 11,3% da Universidade Federal da Minas Gerais; a maioria eram de autoras terapeutas ocupacionais do sexo feminino. Em relação à subárea de atuação, o campo social aparece em maior número, segui-do por instrumentos de avaliação, recursos e tecnologias de atuação; saúde da criança, maternidade e apoio familiar; saúde mental; história, ética, filosofia e epistemologia da Terapia Ocupacional; pessoas com deficiência, saúde física e funcional. A produção em programas específicos tem sido uma importante estratégia de valorização da área enquanto produtora de conhecimento.

La investigación buscó caracterizar las disertaciones y tesis de los programas de posgrado stricto sensu específicos en Terapia Ocupacional en Brasil. Se realizó un levantamiento bibliométrico de esta producción, consultando el Portal de Tesis y Disertaciones de la Coordenação de Aperfeiçoamento de Pessoal de Nível Superior y las páginas web de cada programa. Los trabajos del programa de la Universidade de São Paulo no fueron incluidos, pues no estaban disponibles durante la realización del estudio. Se realizó un análisis descriptivo, utilizando frecuencias absolutas y relativas para las variables categóricas. Se encontraron 133 investigaciones, 88,7% de la Universidade Federal de São Carlos y 11,3% de la Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais; la mayoría de las autoras son terapeutas ocupacionales del sexo femenino. En relación con la subárea de actuación, el campo social aparece en mayor número, seguido por instrumentos de evaluación, recursos y tecnologías de actuación; salud infantil, maternidad y apoyo familiar; salud mental; historia, ética, filosofía y epistemología de la Terapia Ocupacional; personas con discapacidad, salud física y funcional. La producción investigativa en programas de posgrado específicos ha sido una importante estrategia de valorización del área como productora de conocimiento.

The research aims to characterize the production from stricto sensu post-graduate courses in Occupational Therapy in Brazil. A bibliometric survey about this production was conducted through searches on the Theses and Dissertations Portal from the Coordenação de Aperfeiçoamento de Pessoal de Nível Superior and on each program's specific websites. The works from the graduate program at the University of São Paulo were not included, as they were not available during the research period. A descriptive analysis was performed using absolute and relative frequencies for categorical variables. A total of 133 works were found, 88.7% from the Federal University of São Carlos and 11.3% from the Federal University of Minas Gerais. Most of the authors are female occupational therapists. Regarding the subarea of practice, the social field appears in greater numbers, followed by assessment instruments, resources, and technologies of practice, child health, motherhood and family support, mental health, history, ethics, philosophy and epistemology of Occupational Therapy, people with disabilities, physical and functional health. The output in specific programs has been an important strategy for increasing the area's value as a producer of knowledge

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A discussão sobre a assistência ao estudante universitário brasileiro não é recente. Entretanto, há escassez de pesquisas com base na ocupação, centrada no estudante e no ambiente universitário. Objetiva-se refletir sobre o Cuidado Centrado no Estudante, como uma proposta de promoção da saúde e bem-estar de estudantes universitários brasileiros. O artigo deriva de pesquisa científica realizada em uma universidade pública brasileira, fruto de uma tese de doutoramento, com estudantes das áreas da saúde e exatas, sobre demandas psicossociais do ambiente acadêmico. O recorte apresentado neste texto é a elaboração da proposta, que considera os problemas ocupacionais dos universitários e o contexto em que se inserem, a partir dos referenciais teóricos dos estudos da ocupação à luz do Modelo de Ocupação Humana. Esta proposta entende o estudante como protagonista do seu cuidado e realça a necessidade de compreender os fatores internos e externos que influenciam estes estudantes. O Cuidado Centrado no Estudante perpassa pelo fortalecimento de espaços e propostas relacionados aos serviços de apoio estudantil, baseado na prática de Terapia Ocupacional centrada no cliente como um caminho possível para promover oportunidades, prevenção do sofrimento psíquico, promoção da saúde e participação ocupacional para estudantes universitários.

La discusión sobre la asistencia a universitarios brasileños no es nueva. Sin embargo, son escasas las investigaciones basadas en la ocupación y centradas en el estudiante y el ambiente universitario. Se busca reflexionar alrededor del Cuidado Centrado en el Estudiante, como propuesta de promoción de la salud y el bienestar de estudiantes universitarios brasileños. El artículo se deriva de una tesis doctoral realizada en una universidad pública brasileña con estudiantes de las áreas de salud y ciencias exactas, sobre las demandas psicosociales del entorno académico. Se aborda la elaboración de la propuesta, que considera la problemática ocupacional del estudiantado y el contexto en el que se inserta, a partir de referentes teóricos de los estudios en ocupación, a la luz del Modelo de la Ocupación Humana. El Cuidado Centrado en el Estudiante entiende al estudiante como protagonista de su atención y evidencia la necesidad de comprender los factores internos y externos que le afectan, e implica el fortalecimiento de espacios y propuestas de los servicios de apoyo estudiantil, a partir de la práctica de la Terapia Ocupacional centrada en el cliente como posibilidad para promover oportunidades, prevenir el sufrimiento psíquico, promover la salud y la participación ocupacional de estudiantes universitarios

The discussion about assistance to Brazilian university students is not new. However, there is a scarcity of occupation-based, student-centered, and university-centered research. The objective of this study is to reflect on Student-Centered Care, as a proposal to promote the health and well-being of Brazilian university students. This article -the result of a doctoral thesis- derives from scientific research on the psychosocial demands of the academic environment carried out at a Brazilian public university with students from the areas of health and exact sciences. The excerpt presented in this text is the elaboration of the proposal, which considers the occupational problems of university students and the context in which they are immersed, based on the theoretical references of occupation studies in the light of the Human Occupation Model. This proposal understands the student as the protagonist of Student-Centered Care and highlights the need to understand the internal and external factors that influence it. Student-Cente-red Care involves the strengthening of spaces and proposals related to student support services based on the practice of client-centered Occupational Therapy as a possible way to promote opportunities, prevent psychological distress, and promote the health and participation of university students.

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Este artículo presenta una estrategia participativa para la divulgación del Informe Final de la Comisión para el Esclarecimiento de la Verdad, la Convivencia y la No Repetición, desarrollada por estudiantes y una profesora del programa académico de Terapia Ocupacional de la Universidad del Valle, Colombia. La propuesta, basada en la metodología de secuencias de enseñanza-aprendizaje, se desarrolló durante seis semanas utilizando estrategias lúdicas y participativas para promover la lectura y la reflexión sobre relatos cortos del conflicto armado, enfocándose en mujeres, niños, niñas, adolescentes, personas exiliadas, campesinas y con discapacidad. Participaron 221 integrantes de la comunidad universitaria, asumiendo compromisos individuales y colectivos hacia la construcción de la paz y la verdad. Esta experiencia destaca el papel de las instituciones educativas en el fomento de la paz y el rol político de la Terapia Ocupacional en el posacuerdo, demostrando su compromiso con la paz, la verdad y la memoria. En conclusión, se subraya la importancia de divulgar el Informe como un elemento esencial para los procesos de paz y reconciliación en Colombia, resaltando el esclarecimiento de la verdad y sus diversas formas de divulgación como aspectos cruciales para la reparación y la no repetición.

This article presents a participatory strategy for disseminating the "Final Report of the Commission for the Clarification of Truth, Coexistence, and Non-Repetition," developed by students and a professor from the Occupational Therapy program at Universidad del Valle, Colombia. Based on the teaching-learning sequences methodology, the proposal was implemented over six weeks using ludic and participatory strategies to promote reading and reflection on short stories from the armed conflict, focusing on women, children, adolescents, countryside, exiled people, and people with disabilities. A total of 221 university community members participated, making individual and collective commitments toward constructing peace and truth. This experience highlights the role of educational institutions in promoting peace and the political role of Occupational Therapy in the post-conflict era, demonstrating its commitment to peace, truth, and memory. In conclusion, disseminating the Report is es-sential for peace and reconciliation processes in Colombia, underscoring the clarification of truth and its various forms of dissemination as crucial aspects of reparation and non-repetition

Este artigo apresenta uma estratégia participativa para a divulgação do Relatório Final da Comissão para o Esclarecimento da Verdade, Convivência e Não Repetição, desenvolvida por estudantes e por uma professora do Programa Acadêmico de Terapia Ocupacional da Universidade do Valle, na Colômbia. A proposta, baseada na metodologia de sequências de ensino-aprendizagem, foi implementada ao longo de seis semanas utilizando estratégias lúdicas e participativas para promover a leitura e a reflexão sobre relatos curtos do conflito armado, com foco em mulheres, camponeses, crianças, adolescentes, exilados e pessoas com deficiência. Participaram 221 membros da comunidade universitária, assumindo compromissos individuais e coletivos em prol da construção da paz e da verdade. Esta experiência destaca o papel das instituições educacionais na promoção da paz e o papel político da Terapia Ocupacional no pós-conflito, demonstrando seu compromisso com a paz, a verdade e a memória. Em conclusão, ressalta-se a importância da divulgação do relatório como um elemento essencial para os processos de paz e reconciliação na Colômbia, enfatizando o esclarecimento da verdade e suas diversas formas de divulgação como aspectos cruciais para a reparação e a não repetição.

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Challenges don't last; embracing them is crucial to growth and success. Knowing and absorbing this is very important for students in any program and at any level in the academic world. I have my bachelor's and master's degrees from Ladoke Akintola University of Technology and University of Ibadan, Nigeria, respectively. Currently, I am a doctorate student at the Department of Immunology, University of Sao Paulo, Brazil. This article discusses my adaptation to a new environment, overcoming challenges, and the importance of support systems.

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As a young scientist in Brazil, my journey began with a modest education in a public school system that often lacked the resources needed to provide students with comprehensive support. However, with persistence and determination, I successfully gained admission to the University of São Paulo, a prestigious institution and one of the top universities in Latin America. My research focuses on the relationship between the nervous and immune systems in psychosis, a topic I am deeply passionate about. In this piece, I will discuss the systemic issues within the Brazilian education and research systems and delve deeper into my own challenges and achievements as a young scientist in Brazil, sharing insights that can inspire others in similar situations.

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Objetivo: analisar fatores que causam sofrimento e comportamento suicida em universitários do campus de humanas de instituição federal. Método: pesquisa quantitativa, realizada com 67 universitários de seis cursos de humanas. Utilizou-se Teste Exato de Fisher entre as variáveis sociodemográficas, saúde mental e comportamento suicida. Resultados: maioria do sexo feminino, solteiro, sem religião, cisgêneros, sofreu violência física, psicológica ou sexual, histórico de tratamento em saúde mental na família, usava álcool, fez ou fazia acompanhamento em saúde mental; 22% tinham comportamento suicida na família, 33,40% tinham diagnósticos de transtornos ansiosos, 29,60% de transtornos de humor, 55,24% faziam uso de psicofármacos, 8,94% tentaram suicídio, 19,39% apresentaram comportamento suicida no último mês e 4,48% pretendiam se suicidar no futuro. Considerações Finais: a orientação sexual, sofrer violência e ter familiar com comportamento suicida estão significativamente associadas a maior possibilidade de tentativa de suicídio.

Objective: to analyze factors that cause suffering and suicidal behavior in university students from the humanities campus of a federal institution. Method: a quantitative survey of 67 university students from six humanities courses. Fisher's exact test was used between sociodemographic variables, mental health and suicidal behavior. Results: majority female, single, no religion, cisgender, suffered physical, psychological or sexual violence, history of mental health treatment in the family, used alcohol, had or was undergoing mental health monitoring; 22% had suicidal behavior in the family, 33.40% had diagnoses of anxiety disorders, 29.60% of mood disorders, 55.24% used psychotropic drugs, 8.94% attempted suicide, 19.39% had suicidal behavior in the last month and 4.48% intended to commit suicide in the future.Final considerations: sexual orientation, suffering violence and having a family member with suicidal behavior are significantly associated with a greater chance of attempting suicide.

Objetivo: analizar los factores que provocan sufrimiento y comportamiento suicida en estudiantes universitarios del campus de humanidades de una institución federal. Método: encuesta cuantitativa a 67 estudiantes universitarios de seis programas de humanidades. Se utilizó la prueba exacta de Fisher entre variables sociodemográficas, salud mental y comportamiento suicida. Resultados: mayoría mujeres, solteros, sin religión, cisgénero, sufrieron violencia física, psicológica o sexual, antecedentes de tratamiento de salud mental en la familia, consumieron alcohol, tuvieron o estaban en seguimiento de salud mental; 22% tuvieron conducta suicida en la familia, 33.40% fueron diagnosticados con trastornos de ansiedad, 29.60% con trastornos del estado de ánimo, 55.24% consumieron psicofármacos, 8.94% habían intentado suicidarse, 19.39% tuvieron conducta suicida en el último mes y 4.48% tenían intención de suicidarse en el futuro. Consideraciones finales: la orientación sexual, sufrir violencia y tener un familiar con conducta suicida se asocian significativamente con una mayor probabilidad de intentar suicidarse.