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Research Article | Open Access
Volume 14 2022 | None
Evaluation of Concentration and Noise-Related Health Issues Among University Students in Residential Area ,Section 13, Shah Alam
Dayana Hazwani Mohd Suadi Nata, Rebeca Sharmila A/P Paramesvaran
Pages: 4629-4636
Abstract
Introduction:Buildings near roadsides and highways should be given due attention because noise has an impact on the community. Objective: The goal of this study is to assess university students' concentration abilities and noise-related health problems in Section 13, Shah Alam, Selangor. Methodology: The method used was a cross-sectional study of 246 university students. Respondents completed a validated questionnaire that included socio-demographic information, lifestyle information, noise on health problems, and concentration. Result: Building A, located 1.5 kilometers from the highway, is the closest student housing to the highway. The ability to concentrate in noise and noise-related health problems among university students were found to have a positive correlation in this study (p0.01). Exhaustion and its effect on overall academic performance (r=664), as well as anxiety and difficulty completing tasks on time (r=654), have a moderate correlation. The headache, effect on studies, and daily routines have the lowest correlation (r=177). Discussion: There is a correlation between IAQ and SBS symptoms. Poor IAQ and SBS symptoms among occupants may impact teaching and learning process in the university. Conclusion: Controlling noise pollution should be prioritized due to its negative effects on academic performance and general health.
Keywords
student concentration, traffic noise, noise related health problems
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