Research Publications Authored by SLIIT Staff

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    Identifying the causes of adolescent malnutrition in Nuwara-Eliya District, Sri Lanka
    (Nature Research, 2025-05-06) Nandajeewa, S; Aluthwatta, S; Weerarathna, R; Rathnayake, N; Rajapakse, V; Wijesinghe, N; Liyanaarachchi, T
    Malnutrition, a persistent illness, significantly reduces fat, muscle and bone levels, harming internal organs. The economic crisis in Sri Lanka has led to widespread malnutrition among children, including adolescents experiencing growth spurts. This study identifies factors influencing malnutrition in grade 10 pupils in the Nuwara-Eliya District, with the highest rates of malnutrition and also a multicultural area with many estate sector residents. Using a cross-sectional, quantitative approach, the data was collected from 379 respondents via a Likert scale questionnaire. Structural Equation Model (SEM) analysis was conducted using Smart PLS 4.0. Key findings indicate that environmental factors, such as access to clean water and sanitation, significantly influence adolescent malnutrition. A comprehensive strategy incorporating education, healthcare, and environmental improvements is essential for this. Ongoing observation, community engagement, and cooperative tactics are crucial for sustainable solutions. Addressing environmental issues and promoting a holistic approach to health education and infrastructure improvements are vital to combat adolescent malnutrition in vulnerable populations
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    Therapy Tool for Adolescents with ADHD
    (IEEE, 2019-12-05) Nugawela, R. C. W. M. R. H. E; Fonseka, W. G. S; Perera, G. U. C; Mihirangi, S. K. S; Kahandawaarachchi, K. A. D. C. P
    Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is one of the most common disorders widespread among children and adolescents. Adolescence is the transitional phase between childhood and adulthood. The main three symptoms of ADHD are hyperactivity, impulsivity and inattention. Prevalence of ADHD among adolescents is approximately 5% in Sri Lanka. Treatment is a vital factor in any ADHD patient's lifestyle which involves a combination of pharmaceutical medications as well as therapeutic treatments with the help of the patient's family and friends. With no proper treatment, children and adolescents with ADHD are faced with the risk of carrying on the symptoms of the disorder into adulthood. Hence, the importance of treatments for patients diagnosed with ADHD is clearly evident. The solution derived at is an Android Application to provide a therapeutic treatment acceptable to the three groups of symptoms in ADHD and to track and maintain a log of records of the patient's performance and progression. For this research, one participant each was dedicated for each testing module in order to eliminate subjectivity and ensure accuracy. The Android Application developed consists of activities targeted at treating all main groups of ADHD symptoms and offers a feasible solution for patients, parents and specially for doctors to monitor the patient's progress.