SLIIT International Conference on Advancements in Science and Humanities [SICASH]

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SLIIT International Conference on Advancements in Science and Humanities is organized by the Faculty of Humanities and Sciences of the Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology (SLIIT), the annual research multi-conference of the faculty.

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    A Comprehensive Review of Most Influential Risk Factors for Dementia among Elderly People in Asian Countries
    (School of Nursing, Faculty of Humanities and Sciences, SLIIT, 2025-10-10) Ranaweera, G; Dasanayake, C; Kanchana, T
    Dementia is characterised by a group of symptoms that are typically defined by memory loss, behavioural changes, and the subsequent loss of cognitive and social functioning caused by progressive neurological disorders. It represents one of the greatest global challenges for health and social care in the 21st century. This review aimed to identify the most influential risk factors for dementia among elderly populations in Asian countries.
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    Common Risk Factors for Postpartum Depression among Mothers after Childbirth in Asian Countries: A Systematic Review
    (Faculty of Humanities and Sciences, SLIIT, 2023-11-01) Ranasinghe, N. S.; Wijedasa, H. S.; De Silva, B. S. S.
    Depression is the most common mental illness which leads to various health consequences among mothers following the delivery of their babies. Post-partum depression leads to self-harm, suicidal ideation, or harming the newborn, hurting family life. Early detection and management of depression during the antenatal period would prevent both maternal and neonatal complications. Hence, knowing the risk factors may help in planning care for individuals reducing the burden on the health care system. There is a lack of exact evidence of the common risk factors for developing depression after childbirth in Asian mothers. Therefore, this systematic review aims to identify the common risk factors for post-partum depression among mothers after childbirth in Asian countries. Relevant literature from 2017 to 2023 was searched in CINAHL, MEDLINE, PUBMED, Science Direct, and Cochrane databases. Seven highly relevant articles were selected using the PRISMA flow chart. Critical Appraisal Skills Programme (CASP) and its tools were used to carry out the critical analysis of each selected article. Following the in-depth analysis, three key themes were derived: an unfriendly home builds an unhappy mother, expectation versus reality leads to depression, and poor financial status leads to an unsafe post-partum period. The study highlighted that mothers in Asian countries are affected by a wide variety of complex post-partum depression risk factors. Improving knowledge, early detection of emotional needs, counseling, effective use of contraceptives, and delivery of high-quality care during the ante-natal period are necessary for reducing post-partum depression among antenatal mothers.
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    Reasons for Cessation of Exclusive Breastfeeding in the Asian Countries: A Systematic Review
    (Faculty of Humanities and Sciences,SLIIT, 2021-09-25) Pathirana, R. P. N. D; De Silva, B. S. S
    Breastfeeding is the most cost-effective intervention in infant nutrition which also can prevent common childhood infections. This systematic review aims to explore the reasons for the cessation of exclusive breastfeeding in Asian countries. A literature search was carried out in electronic databases such as PubMed, CINAHL, Discover and Medline. Out of 590 research studies found, eight studies were selected for the systematic review using the PRISMA flow chart. When analyzing those studies, they were categorized under three main themes, such as factual or perceived insufficiency of breast milk, poor consecration by the mother, influence from traditions, customs and an unsupportive working environment that making breastfeeding impracticable. This systematic review suggested that intervention programs to improve exclusive breastfeeding in the Asian region should focus on promoting female nutrition and positive social attitudes towards exclusive breastfeeding. The intervention by the relevant governments is recommended to establish by law, a supportive working environment for exclusive breastfeeding.