Validation of a scale to measure fathers' confidence in supporting breastfeeding.

Objective: The objective of this study was to describe the process of cross-cultural adaptation of the Breastfeeding Self-Efficacy Scale-Short Form among Fathers for use in Brazil.

Methods: This is a cross-cultural adaptation study that began with the translation from the original English into Portuguese, followed by back translation. A committee of experts evaluated the semantic, idiomatic, experiential, and conceptual equivalences.

Prevalence and associated factors of mother-reported jaundice in newborns.

Objective: Newborns' jaundice is the result of bilirubin accumulation as fetal hemoglobin is metabolized by the immature liver. This study aimed to estimate the prevalence of mother-reported newborn jaundice and associated factors.

Methods: A cross-sectional study was carried out using data from a longitudinal study involving 914 children.

Factors Associated with the Development of Depression and the Influence of Obesity on Depressive Disorders: A Narrative Review.

Depression affects several aspects of life, including socioeconomic status, relationships, behavior, emotions, and overall health. The etiology of depression is complex and influenced by various factors, with obesity emerging as a significant contributor. This narrative review aims to investigate the factors associated with the development of depression, with a particular focus on the role of obesity.

Relationship Between Dental Trauma and Orthostatic Balance in Children.

Background: Dental trauma (DT) and falls have shown to be associated. On the other hand, postural balance is associated with falls and depends on the integration of the body's regulatory systems. The aim of this study was to investigate the potential relationship between DT and alteration of orthostatic balance in children.

Prevalence of current smoking and associated factors in older adults in Brazil.

Objective: The aim of this study was to estimate the prevalence of current smoking and its associated factors in adults aged 50 years and older in Brazil.

Methods: This cross-sectional study utilized data from the ELSI-Brazil study, encompassing 9,412 adults aged 50 years or over. A multivariate model using Poisson regression with a robust estimator was employed, estimating prevalence ratios and their 95% confidence intervals.