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This study examined turnover rates of teams implementing psychosocial evidence-based practices in public-sector mental health settings. It also explored the relationship between turnover and implementation outcomes in an effort to understand whether practitioner perspectives on turnover are related to implementation outcomes. Team turnover was measured for 42 implementing teams participating in a national demonstration project examining implementation of five evidence-based practices between 2002 and 2005. Regression techniques were used to analyze the effects of team turnover on penetration and fidelity. Qualitative data collected throughout the project were blended with the quantitative data to examine the significance of team turnover to those attempting to implement the practices. High team turnover was common (M+/-SD=81%+/-46%) and did not vary by practice. The 24-month turnover rate was inversely related to fidelity scores at 24 months (N=40, beta=-.005, p=.01). A negative trend was observed for penetration. Further analysis indicated that 71% of teams noted that turnover was a relevant factor in implementation. The behavioral health workforce remains in flux. High turnover most often had a negative impact on implementation, although some teams were able to use strategies to improve implementation through turnover. Implementation models must consider turbulent behavioral health workforce conditions.

Purpose This paper aims to identify the dimensions of digital platforms' services quality and their impact on customers' purchase intent based on customer experience. Design/methodology/approach The research has a mixed method. Qualitative data is gathered by using of systematic literature review and Delphi method and quantitative data is gathered through survey of 412 experts from three well-known restaurant industry platforms. These restaurant digital platforms were Snapfood, Changal and Chelivery. Findings The results indicate the effect of platforms' service quality dimensions on customer hedonic and cognitive experiences. Also, the results indicate that the platforms' customers attach different priority to the various dimensions of platforms' services quality which are platform services' ease of use, platform information quality, services and products quality, platform customers interaction, platform design, platform response speed, platform services' trustiness, platform services' security and platform responsibility. Finally, the results showed that all of these dimensions have positive impact on customers' purchase intent based on their experiences. Originality/value The development of digital service platforms despite being new, has recently great progress, but, many dimensions of digital platforms' services quality have been not well-known yet. The present research has cleared the subject.

The participatory affordances of digital media allow a broad spectrum of new forms of participation in conflicts that go beyond the information domain (Boichak in Battlefront volunteers: mapping and deconstructing civilian resilience networks in Ukraine. #SMSociety’17, July 28–30, 2017). This article explores the factors that shape forms of digitally mediated participation in warfare. It highlights the association between narratives of statehood and forms of conflict-related mobilization of volunteers that rely on digital platforms. Rooted in an analysis of a dataset of digital platforms that mediated engagement in the warfare and 31 in-depth interviews with Ukrainian digital activists, it offers a model that helps to explain the diversity of modes of connective mobilization in the context of the war and the shifts in the role of digitally mediated conflict-related mobilization. The analysis does not aim to provide a linear model that explains the forms of mobilization but rather seeks to develop a framework that helps us understand the changes taking place in the scope and forms of participation in wars relying on digital platforms. The model suggests that the strengthening of narratives of statehood is associated with a transformation of conflict-related mobilization away from crowdsourcing and towards the emergence of organizations offering warfare-related outsourcing services and in some cases the incorporation of digital resources into state institutions (insourcing).

Study question Can the integration of a digital patient management platform and a four-day workweek improve operational efficiency, nursing job satisfaction, and patient experience in ART clinics? Summary answer The combination of digitalised clinic management and a four-day workweek reduced administrative burden, improved job satisfaction and enhanced patient experience without compromising care quality. What is known already Fertility nursing is highly demanding, requiring extensive administrative tasks, cycle monitoring, patient education, and procedural support. Nurses dedicate 9–16 hours per IVF cycle, leading to workload strain, potential burnout, and operational inefficiencies. While digital patient management platforms have been introduced to streamline workflows, their impact on both nursing efficiency and well-being remains underexplored. Additionally, alternative work structures such as a four-day workweek have shown benefits in other healthcare fields but are not widely adopted in fertility. This study evaluates the combined effects of digitalisation and work schedule restructuring to enhance nursing operations, job satisfaction, and patient experience in ART clinics. Study design, size, duration This prospective, mixed-methods study was conducted over eight months at a single UK-based fertility centre. A digital clinic and patient management platform (Wawa) was implemented to automate administrative tasks, reduce manual workload, and improve patient communication. Simultaneously, a four-day workweek with 10-hour shifts was introduced. Nursing efficiency, job satisfaction, and patient experience were assessed through time-tracking analysis, structured interviews, and patient feedback, comparing pre- and post-implementation metrics to evaluate the combined impact of both interventions. Participants/materials, setting, methods Five fertility nurses participated. Key administrative tasks such as appointment scheduling, consent management, and patient communications were compared before and after the implementation of the digital platform. A four-day workweek structure was adopted to assess its effect on work-life balance. Qualitative and quantitative data were collected through structured interviews, real-time workload tracking, and patient-reported experience measures. The study aimed to identify efficiency gains, job satisfaction improvements, and potential impacts on patient care quality. Main results and the role of chance Results showed a 40% reduction in administrative workload (from 6.5h to 3.9h) following the digital platform’s integration, allowing nurses to allocate more time to direct patient care. The most significant improvement was a decrease in emails and phone calls, as patients gained real-time access to their records, medication schedules, and consent forms through the platform. This streamlined workflow improved operational consistency, reducing errors associated with manual data entry and communication breakdowns. The four-day workweek contributed to enhanced job satisfaction, with all participating nurses reporting improved work-life balance and higher engagement at work. The combination of digitalisation and structured time off resulted in lower fatigue, greater focus during patient interactions, and increased professional fulfilment. From a patient perspective, the ability to instantly access blood test results and scan reports via the digital platform significantly improved their experience, with many reporting feeling “well-informed” and “more in control of their treatment journey.” The reduction in interruptions also allowed nurses to provide longer, more meaningful consultations, further strengthening patient-nurse relationships. These findings suggest that combining technological advancements with work structure changes in ART clinics can transform fertility nursing, improving both operational efficiency and job satisfaction while maintaining high standards of patient care. Limitations, reasons for caution This study was conducted at a single fertility clinic with a small sample size. Further research with a larger cohort across multiple centres is needed to validate findings. The long-term impact of these interventions on patient outcomes and nurse retention also requires further investigation. Wider implications of the findings Integrating digital patient management platforms and alternative work structures in ART clinics has the potential to revolutionise fertility nursing. These findings support the adoption of technology-driven, nurse-centric models that enhance efficiency, reduce burnout, and improve patient engagement, paving the way for a more sustainable and effective fertility care system. Trial registration number No

Globally, most young people living with mental health conditions lack access to mental health care but have access to a mobile device. The growing access to mobile devices in South Africa has the potential to increase access to mental health care services through digital platforms. However, uptake of digital mental health interventions may be hampered by several factors, such as privacy, confidentiality, informed consent, and affordability. This study identified the prospects and challenges of implementing a mobile phone-based mental health intervention for young people in Ingwavuma area. Data were collected from 93 young people in three villages purposefully selected in Ingwavuma area. Participants included in the study were aged 16–24. Data were collected through a questionnaire. Thematic and descriptive analysis was performed on the qualitative and quantitative data, respectively. Mental health education was low, with only 22% of participants having received prior education on mental health. About 50% of the participants had come across a mental health app, but none of them had used any of these apps; 87% of participants had Internet access; 60% preferred to use social media to contact a health worker; and 92% suggested that use of digital apps would improve mental health literacy among young people. Barriers to access of digital mental health interventions were identified as the high cost of data, restrictive religious beliefs, limited privacy, lack of native languages on most digital platforms, low digital literacy, and complicated user interface. In uMkhanyakude, uptake of digital mental health apps among the young people was low. We recommend that, developers create context-specific digital applications catered for young people from different cultural backgrounds. Socio-economic issues such as affordability also need to be addressed in developing these tools.

In many democratic countries, including the European Union Member States, it is increasingly important that policy makers are aware of young people’s opinion. In this respect, the European Union prioritizes the discovery of new forms of participation in democratic processes and access to political decision-making through online and offline tools. The aim of this paper is to demonstrate and evaluate the idea of promoting young people’s participation in political decision-making by brokering discussions on Twitter. Towards this end, we present a case study that utilizes and makes a preliminary evaluation of the #ask Dashboard, a software solution for brokering and analyzing discussions on Twitter between policy makers and young people. In terms of the case study, we discovered Twitter handles of 74 policy makers and 229 young people interested in ten topics. We used the #ask Dashboard to broker more than 275 discussions about these topics. So far, we have achieved 367 replies, 15 retweets and 105 likes mostly from young people. Students who participated in brokered discussions for a month performed the evaluation of the case study. Although students believe that the case study gave them the opportunity to be active on political issues, they were sceptical on whether Twitter discussion brokering successfully reaches young people and policy makers.

Purpose. Young people are often portrayed as disengaged, and there is a prevailing notion that they are disengaged from political life. However, the 21st century has introduced new forms of participation, new communication channels, as well as new concerns and challenges regarding collective decision-making. This study aims to explore how young people in Portugal engage politically and the role social media plays in these processes. Methodology. A qualitative approach was adopted, with data collected through 18 focus group sessions involving young people aged 15 to 29. The study population was divided into three phases of youth: adolescents (15 to 19 years), emerging adults (20 to 24 years), and young adults (25 to 29 years), to analyze political engagement across different stages of youth. Results and Conclusions. The results reveal a generally negative perception of politics and a disconnection between young people and political parties. Family political socialization is crucial to the relationship young people establish with political participation. We can identify a gap between young people who follow the news and show some interest in current political affairs, while others openly state their disinterest and disconnected from political issues and participation. The primary forms of mobilization, apart from electoral activities, identified by participants are discussions with family and friends, and, above all, sharing content on social media which raises the debate of a passive wave of participation by the younger generation. Singularities. This article introduces the concept of Re-share-politics to highlight a passive form of youth political participation in Portugal that deserves our attention.

BackgroundTourette syndrome (TS) among young people is associated with psychosocial difficulties and parents play an important role in the management of the condition. Clinical guidelines have been developed for the treatment of TS and tics, but little is known about how young people and their parents perceive their treatment options or their desired outcomes of treatment. The aim of this study is to explore perceptions of treatments for tics among young people with TS and their parents.MethodsIn-depth interviews with 42 young people with TS and a mixed-methods, online survey of 295 parents of young people with TS. Participant recruitment was conducted through Tourettes Action (TA): a non-profit UK organisation for the support of people with TS. Interview transcripts were analysed using thematic analysis and responses to survey open-ended questions were analysed using content analysis. Triangulation of qualitative and quantitative data from the parents’ survey and qualitative data from the interviews with young people was used to increase the validity and depth of the findings.ResultsA strong theme was the perception that health professionals have limited knowledge of TS and its treatment. Medication was a common treatment for tics and both young people and parents described benefits of medication. However, adverse effects were frequently described and these were a common reason for stopping medication among young people. Aripiprazole was viewed most positively. Access to behavioural interventions for tics was limited and 76% of parents wanted this treatment to be available for their child. Some young people had reservations about the effectiveness or practicality of behavioural interventions. Reduction and abolition of tics were desired outcomes of treatment, but both parents and young people also identified the importance of increasing control over tics and reducing anxiety-related symptoms. For young people, managing the urge to tic was an important outcome of treatment.ConclusionsThe results suggest a need for more training in the identification and management of TS and wider availability of behavioural treatments. Clinical trials could explore the effectiveness of Aripiprazole used in combination with psycho-educational interventions to reduce anxiety and promote a sense of control.Electronic supplementary materialThe online version of this article (doi:10.1186/s12888-015-0430-0) contains supplementary material, which is available to authorized users.

There are many scenarios in which it is necessary to collect data from multiple sources in order to evaluate a system, including the collection of both quantitative data - from sensors and smart devices - and qualitative data - such as observations and interview results. However, there are currently very few systems that enable both of these data types to be combined in such a way that they can be analysed side-by-side. This paper describes an end-to-end system for the collection, analysis, storage and visualisation of qualitative and quantitative data, developed using the e-Science Central cloud analytics platform. We describe the experience of developing the system, based on a case study that involved collecting data about the built environment and its users. In this case study, data is collected from older adults living in residential care. Sensors were placed throughout the care home and smart devices were issued to the residents. This sensor data is uploaded to the analytics platform and the processed results are stored in a data warehouse, where it is integrated with qualitative data collected by healthcare and architecture researchers. Visualisations are also presented which were intended to allow the data to be explored and for potential correlations between the quantitative and qualitative data to be investigated.

Demand forecasting plays a very significant role in logistics activities due to efficiently guiding various activities and increasing the commercial competitive advantage in a steadily fluctuating business environment. Traditional methods generally employ statistical methods, such as exponential smoothing or auto-regressive integrated moving average methods, to forecast the product demands. However, most researches only consider quantitative data such as time series data. Despite the fact in the real world, there are diverse qualitative data have more effect on product demands. Hence, this study aims to propose different 3 models based on quantitative and qualitative data. Such models consist of model 1, used only qualitative data as input, model 2, used only quantitative data, and model 3, used both of qualitative and quantitative data. A TV demands data set provided by a well-known shopping mall in Thailand is adopted to verify the proposed model. According to the consideration of performance measurement, the finding indicates that model 3 is outstanding. It can be concluded that the qualitative data are very important to demand forecast.

Stakeholder participation in European Biosphere Reserves (BRs) has been extensively studied; however, the evolution of participation at different levels and the impacts of the Covid-19 pandemic have been less explored. A mixed-method approach was used to investigate this evolution, including a literature review, analysis of a European longitudinal survey conducted in 2008 and 2021, case study interviews and a questionnaire to Biosphere Reserve managers. Results indicate that stakeholder participation in BRs has become more important over time, with both an increase in the number and diversity of stakeholders involved at higher levels of participation. This increase was augmented by the use of Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) during the pandemic. However, the increased use of ICTs had its challenges, such as the exclusion of certain types of stakeholders from the participatory process. Solutions, such as creating hybrid meeting arenas, are suggested to address these challenges. We conclude by providing recommendations for further enhancing our knowledge base on new forms of participation based on digital platforms.

The article presents the findings of a study on the use of digital platforms in promoting pastoral communication within the Ecclesiastical Province of Owerri. Utilizing the Technology Acceptance Model as the theoretical framework for this research, the researchers gathered both qualitative and quantitative data from clergy and church members of the Anglican com-munity residing in the Ecclesiastical Province of Owerri. A mixed-methods research design was employed. The sample size was calculated using Cochran's formula and comprised 384 individuals at a 95% confidence level and a 5% margin of error for the sample. Respondents were selected using multi-stage sampling. Eighteen (18) participants were purposively select-ed from the clergy of the Ecclesiastical Province of Owerri for the study. The researchers made the following key findings: clergy in the Ecclesiastical Province of Owerri utilize digital platforms to some extent for pastoral communication; however, they rely more heavily on television and radio for this purpose. Consequently, the adoption of digital media platforms is very minimal. The reasons for this situation were identified as: 1) insufficient security of digital platforms against fraudulent messages, 2) inadequate technological capabilities for broad-casting pastoral services (preference for WhatsApp, Facebook, and email newsletters among platform users), 3) clergy's apprehension that electronic communication will reduce the physi-cal presence of parishioners in church.Recommendations for the clergy in the Ecclesiastical Province of Owerri and pastors in Imo State regarding the use of digital platforms include: 1) transitioning to more secure and capacious platforms for electronic communication, such as Telegram and YouTube for live streaming; 2) more actively utilizing the potential of digital platforms for convenient communication, without limiting it to church members only; 3) training technical personnel to effectively use digital platforms for a wider audience and to counter cyber threats; 4) expanding the formats of personal meetings with church members.

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The presence of young people as engaged active citizens in the political scenario seems to be declining in recent years all over Europe. However, whereas many young people are disinterested in politics and political participation, others are active political actors involved in new patterns of engagement and actions of participation. What are the factors leading some youth to be politically active and others not? There are multiple explanations for this phenomenon, and it is crucial for the future of citizens’ democratic participation to understand the position that young people might take between apathy and participation. The present chapter aims to contribute to this focusing on the psychosocial factors and processes that facilitate and hinder youth’s political and civic engagement with particular attention to the new forms of participation and engagement, including digital ones, that youngsters adopt to have their voice heard at national and European levels.

An investigation of how governments, organizations, and groups use the Internet to promote civic and political engagement among young people. There has been widespread concern in contemporary Western societies about declining engagement in civic life; people are less inclined to vote, to join political parties, to campaign for social causes, or to trust political processes. Young people in particular are frequently described as alienated or apathetic. Some have looked optimistically to new media—and particularly the Internet—as a means of revitalizing civic life and democracy. Governments, political parties, charities, NGOs, activists, religious and ethnic groups, and grassroots organizations have created a range of youth-oriented websites that encourage widely divergent forms of civic engagement and use varying degrees of interactivity. But are young people really apathetic and lacking in motivation? Does the Internet have the power to re-engage those disenchanted with politics and civic life? Based on a major research project funded by the European Commission, this book attempts to understand the role of the Internet in promoting young people's participation. Examples are drawn from Hungary, the Netherlands, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Turkey, and the United Kingdom—countries offering contrasting political systems and cultural contexts. The book also addresses broader questions about the meaning of civic engagement, the nature of new forms of participation, and their implications for the future of civic life.