The College of Nursing at the University of Baghdad witnessed a discussion of a master’s thesis entitled “The Relationship Between Vitamin D Levels and Anxiety in Children with Renal Failure in the Dialysis Department,” presented by researcher Ahmed Zahid Katran, under the supervision of Assistant Professor Dr. Ismahan Qasim Muhammad in the college’s main hall.
The study aimed primarily to determine the relationship between vitamin D levels and anxiety in children undergoing dialysis. The results revealed statistically significant negative correlations between vitamin D levels and anxiety in these children, indicating that low vitamin D levels may be associated with increased anxiety levels.
The thesis made a number of recommendations, including the development and implementation of supplementation strategies to maintain adequate vitamin D levels in children with renal failure. It also emphasized the importance of implementing a comprehensive psychological and social counseling program for children and their families to support them in coping with health and psychological challenges. The researcher received high praise for his research efforts.
This study is an important step toward achieving sustainable development in healthcare, especially with regard to children’s health. By understanding the relationship between physiological factors such as vitamin D and psychological conditions such as anxiety, we can formulate integrated treatment and prevention strategies. This approach not only contributes to improving the quality of life of children with kidney failure in the short term, but also ensures the foundations for comprehensive and sustainable healthcare that supports their long-term growth and healthy psychological development, reflecting a commitment to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals, specifically Goal 3: Good Health.
