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    Relationship of Cryptocurrency Trading to Quality of Life, Sleep and Stress Levels in Academics
    (Int Ctr Mental Health Policy & Economics-Icmpe, 2024) Ucar, Mehmet; Yildiz, Metin; Ciftci, Necmettin; Aylaz, Rukuye
    Background: Cryptocurrency trading has become popular with a large section of society, and the number of investors is increasing daily. It is critical to address the health impacts of cryptocurrency trading. Of particular importance is the issue of how such trading affects mental health. Research should be conducted on this topic, and where necessary, national governments should develop policies to combat these effects. Aims: This study was conducted to examine the relationship of cryptocurrency trading to quality of life, sleep, and stress levels in academics. Method: This descriptive and cross-sectional study was conducted with 437 academics working at a state university in Turkey. A Personal Information Form, the SF-12 Quality of Life Scale, the Scopa Sleep Scale, and the Perceived Stress Scale were used to collect data. These data were analyzed using SPSS 25.0 and G*Power 3.1 programs. Results: The data obtained in this study were analyzed using SPSS program (SPSS-25). The effect size and r-effect size were calculated with Cohen's d value. It was found that the mean scores for the SF- 12 Quality of Life Scale were statistically lower in academics who traded cryptocurrency than in those who did not. The results showed that the mean scores for the Scopa Sleep Scale and Perceived Stress Scale were statistically higher in academics who traded cryptocurrency than in those who did not (p<0.05). Discussion: The academics who traded cryptocurrency had more negative health outcomes when compared to those who did not. Social awareness should be raised on the negative effects of cryptocurrency trading. A limitation of the study is that only data obtained from the statements of the participants were included in the study. The study may have some generalizability to other academics, but has less generalizability to populations other than academics. Implications for Health Care Provision and Use: Cryptocurrency trading is a significant public health problem. Although cryptocurrency trading has been found to profoundly affect mental health (sleep, stress, and quality of life), the current policies that address these problems are generally inadequate in terms of implementing and sustaining mental healthcare systems. The limitations of these health policies prevent many individuals in society from receiving high quality services. Implications for Health Policies: Health systems alone cannot solve the systemic problems that lead to the population's dependence of mental health services and institutions. In order to solve this basic problem, it may be necessary for governments to increase individuals' basic incomes and develop specific mental health policies for people engaged in cryptocurrency trading. Implications for Further Research: Future studies should examine expert perspectives on mental health services in different contexts (e.g., behavioral addiction services), collect targeted feedback, and explore issues such as strategic planning and funding stability. Effective decisions should be made regarding the implementation and maintenance of treatment for behavioral addictions.
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    The effect of counseling services provided in rehabilitation centers on parents' caregiving burden and quality of life
    (Sage Publications Inc, 2025) Ucar, Mehmet; Aylaz, Rukuye
    Background The presence of person with disabilities may have a negative impact on the quality of life and caregiving responsibilities of the parent. Staff at rehabilitation centers face a variety of stressors and workloads. It is essential to implement initiatives that alleviate the caregiving burden and enhance the quality of life for parents.Objective The study aimed to examine the effect of health promotion model based counseling services on caregiving burden and quality of life in parents of person with disabilities.Methods This randomized control study was conducted on 110 parents in 6 Rehabilitation Centers. Parents in the experimental group were counseled, and control group were not. Caregiving burden levels were evaluated using the Zarit Caregiver Burden Scale and quality of life levels evaluated at the beginning and end of the study using the Quality of Life Scale.Results A statistically significant difference was found in the large effect size between the ZCBS and SF-36 pre-test and post-test mean scores of the experimental group. The health promotion model based counseling service was effective in increasing parents' quality of life and reducing caregiving burden.Conclusion We described a high caregiving burden and low quality of life levels in parents of person with disabilities. Counseling was effective to reduce caregiving burden and increase quality of life. Education and counseling are the primary roles of nurses. An appropriate health professional, especially a public health nurse, be present during the counseling process, providing ongoing services to parents of person with disabilities.