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This research introduces a shifted Kumaraswamy distribution (SKD). The SKD is capable of modelling real-world phenomena with asymmetrical and bathtub-shaped characteristics with exceptional proficiency. The mathematical and reliability characteristics are thoroughly examined. To better comprehend its behaviour, density and hazard rate functions are plotted. The parameters of the model are estimated through the use of the maximum likelihood estimation method. The effectiveness of the SKD is demonstrated through its application to four real-world lifetime datasets, resulting in significantly improved outcomes compared to other well-known models and providing the closest fit to the data. This superiority confirms the SKD as a preferable choice over the baseline model. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

In this paper, we develop a new class that generates flexible optimal models. The appropriate features of the new class and a special member are studied by utilizing analytical, graphical, and numerical methodologies. For the estimation of unknown parameters, the maximum likelihood, least-square, and percentile methods are discussed and selection is based on bias and mean square error via an extensive simulation study. Five-life time data sets are evaluated, revealing that the new class has a significant advantage over well-known competitors. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Background: The burden of the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted widely on the healthcare providers physically and mentally. Many healthcare providers are exposed to psychological stressors due to their high risk of contracting the virus. Aims: This study aimed to measure the level of anxiety among healthcare providers during the COVID-19 pandemic in Saudi Arabia. In addition, this study aimed to measure the level of anxiety based on demographic characteristics. Method: A cross-sectional survey was employed to recruit a convenience sample of healthcare providers. A pencil and paper self-administered questionnaires were used to collect data from demographic and generalized anxiety disorder GAD-7 data. However, this study received written informed consent from participants of the study. In addition, the study was approved by the Institutional Review Board at Dr. Sulaiman Al Habib Medical Group (IRB Log No. RC20.06.88-03). Results: A total of 650 participants were recruited, results of GAD-7 showed that 43.5%, 28.9% and 27.5% of healthcare providers in Saudi Arabia experienced mild, moderate and severe anxiety, respectively, during the COVID-19 pandemic. Results indicated that age, health specialty, nationality, and sleeping disorders before COVID-19 were associated with anxiety levels. Conclusion: The generalized anxiety among healthcare providers in Saudi Arabia was mild. Older healthcare providers were found to have a higher level of anxiety compared to other participating healthcare providers. Several factors may contribute to a higher level of anxiety including age, socioeconomic status, marital status, having chronic conditions, and sleeping disorder before the COVID-19 pandemic. To further understand the level of anxiety among healthcare providers during the COVID-19 pandemic in Saudi Arabia, longitudinal and mixed-method research is needed. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]