Problem Of Behavior Research Articles

Teachers’ Opinions on the Forms, Causes, Consequences, and Possible Solutions to Deviant Behavior Among Senior School Students in Ilorin, Nigeria

This research examined teachers’ opinions on the forms, causes, and consequences of deviant behavior among senior school students in Ilorin South Local Government Area in Nigeria. The study adopted a descriptive form of survey research. The study population consisted of teachers of public senior secondary schools in Ilorin South; the study group was comprised of 322 teachers selected from 23 schools in the area using the purposive sampling technique. A questionnaire designed by the researcher with 28 items using a four-point Likert scale was used to elicit the necessary data from the respondents. The tool was checked for content validity and the split-half method revealed a reliability index of 0.68. A descriptive statistical method of percentages was used to answer the research question. The findings revealed that lateness, truancy, disrespect of the school authority, and examination malpractice were some of the forms of deviant behavior prevalent among the students. Also, access to illicit drugs and over- or under-pampering of children were considered some of the causes of deviant behavior, while academic failure, increased dropout rates, increased social vices, and an inconducive teaching and learning environment were thought to be the consequences of deviant behavior. Therefore, the provision of adequate facilities, monitoring of students’ activities at all times, and professional counselling are possible solutions to the problem of deviant behavior among the students.

Buckling analysis of shallow shells having linear-variable thickness

One way to increase the overall stiffness of a shell structure is to design shells with variable thickness. The effect of thickness change on the stability of flexible shallow panels has been little studied due to the complexity of solving such non-linear problems. Geometrically nonlinear deformation, buckling and postbuckling behavior of thin elastic shells of linearly variable thickness subjected to uniform normal pressure is investigated. The behavior of shallow axisymmetric spherical panels is compared for three laws of thickness distribution along the meridian of the shell. A more rational distribution of the material in the volume of the shell from the point of view of the stability of the structure is revealed. The same mass of material will be used more rationally if the shell is thickened in its central part. The method is based on geometrically nonlinear equations of the three-dimensional thermoelasticity without the use of simplifying hypotheses of the shell theory, and the use of the moment finite-element scheme and the 3D universal finite element. The universal finite element makes it possible to model sections of the shell with both step-variable and smooth-variable thickness, as well as shells with other geometric features. The problem of nonlinear deformation, buckling, and postbuckling behavior of inhomogeneous shells is solved by a combined algorithm that employs the parameter continuation method, a modified Newton–Kantorovich method, and a procedure for automatic correction of algorithm parameters. The results of calculations performed using the moment finite-element scheme are compared with the solutions obtained using the LIRA and SCAD software packages.

Соотношение доходов и расходов как критерий иррациональности экономического поведения потребителя

In the context of the active development of tools for economic interaction that facilitate the population’s access to various financial instruments, the problem of irrational behavior of economic agents is becoming more and more obvious. The reasons for the increase in costs, the criminalization of financial relations and the growth of fraud are often the inability of economic entities to assess the risks and costs of their own actions, due to the desire to extract additional profits and reduce costs.
 Assuming that informational influences from public and state institutions cannot change the behavior of the population due to existing ideas about the possibilities of making a profit, a distorted assessment of financial services, and the ineffectiveness of methods of informational influence, we consider it expedient to obtain new scientific knowledge about irrational behavior. This explains the relevance of the study.
 The article examines the theoretical foundations and empirical characteristics of irrational economic behavior, studies the strategies for distributing funds available to consumers. The aim of the study is to identify signs of irrational consumer behavior when studying the ratio of income and expenses of a subject.
 The conducted empirical research has shown that the indicator of the ratio of income and expenses is a defining indicator of irrational consumer behavior. The authors show the characteristics of irrational behavior, determine the share and level of its manifestation in a sample of consumers. Found that 29 % of respondents regularly go beyond their monthly budget. In this case, the repayment of the difference between income and expenses is carried out, as a rule, by borrowing in the form of consumer lending, overdraft. On the basis of the research carried out by the authors, conclusions are drawn about the prerequisites for the irrational economic behavior of subjects. The results of the study can be used for a preliminary assessment of the prevalence of irrational strategies of consumer behavior, and serve as the basis for programs for their prevention.

Behavior of the isothermal Elasticity operator with non-linear friction in a thin domain

This paper deals with the asymptotic behavior of a boundary value problem in a three dimensional thin domain Ω ε with non-linear friction of Coulomb type. We will establish a variational formulation for the problem and prove the existence and uniqueness of the weak solution. We then study the asymptotic behavior when one dimension of the domain tends to zero. In which case, the uniqueness result of the displacement for the limit problem is also proved.

Board Game Teaching the Fruit of the Spirit in Daily Life for Children

The behaviour of Christian children, along with the times, does not reflect the behaviour of children who make religious values ​​a guide in everyday life. In addition, the fruit of the Spirit as a solution to the problem of Christian children's behaviour is not always taught in the environment around children. This study aims to develop a board game about the fruit of the Spirit as a guide for behaviour in daily life for children aged 10-12 years. This study uses the Research and Development with ADDIE model. The research subjects involved were elementary school teachers, pastors, parents, Sunday school seniors, fifth-grade elementary school children, and orphans. This study uses quantitative and qualitative data collection methods. The research instruments used were observations, interviews, literature studies, and questionnaires. The analytical method used is the descriptive qualitative method. The result of this research is that using board games as a medium for learning the fruit of the Spirit in daily life can make 89.7% of children understand the fruit of the Spirit better after playing the board game. Children become aware that the behaviour done so far does not reflect good and proper behaviour. Therefore, board games can be an effective and interesting learning medium for children aged 10-12 years to teach the fruit of the Spirit in daily life and make the fruit of the Spirit a behavioural guide in everyday life.

Crystallization Kinetics in an Immiscible Polyolefin Blend.

Motivated by the problem of brittle mechanical behavior in recycled blends of high density polyethylene (HDPE) and isotactic polypropylene (iPP), we employ optical microscopy, rheo-Raman, and differential scanning calorimetry (DSC) to measure the composition dependence of their crystallization kinetics. Raman spectra are analyzed via multivariate curve resolution with alternating least-squares (MCR-ALS) to provide component crystallization values. We find that iPP crystallization behavior varies strongly with blend composition. Optical microscopy shows that three crystallization kinetic regimes correspond to three underlying two-phase morphologies: HDPE droplets in iPP, the inverse, and cocontinuous structures. In the HDPE droplet regime, iPP crystallization temperature decreases sharply with increasing HDPE composition. For cocontinuous morphologies, iPP crystallization is delayed, but the onset temperature changes little with the exact blend composition. In the iPP droplet regime, the two components crystallize nearly concurrently. Rheological measurements are consistent with these observations. DSC indicates that the enthalpy of crystallization of the blends is less than the weighted values of the individual components, providing a possible clue for the decreased iPP crystallization temperatures.

Типология самосохранительного поведения населения в условиях пандемии

Health and problems of human self-preservation behavior are of particular importance, they affect the nature of social interaction of the individual, the alignment of its individual priorities and occupy an important place in the hierarchy of social values and norms. Preserving the health of the population of Russia and its regions is one of the most significant state tasks today.The changes associated with the spread of the new COVID-19 coronavirus infection in the world and in our country have affected all processes (economic, political and socio-cultural) without exception. In the changed conditions, the population is forced to revise their scenarios and strategies of behavior and adapt to new living conditions. The purpose of the article is to identify and describe the most common types of selfpreservation behavior of the population in a pandemic and a number of restrictions associated with the spread of a new infection for subsequent use of empirical research data in the practice of social management in the Ulyanovsk region. The work of domestic and foreign researchers in the field of health, self-preservation behavior is analyzed. The results of the author's sociological study "Health and self-preservation behavior of residents of the Ulyanovsk region in a pandemic", carried out in July-August 2021 with the financial support of the Ulyanovsk Public Foundation "Regional Analytics. Professional research. Ratings" (RAPIER).The empirical basis of the study was the data of the territorial body of the Federal State Statistics Service for the Ulyanovsk region and the results of author's sociological surveys: a mass questionnaire survey among residents of Ulyanovsk and the region and focused interviews in groups. The IBM SPSS Statistics program was used to analyze empirical data. To construct specific types of behavior, the "decision tree" method was used, which allowed us to identify eight variants of self-preserving behavior. Seven types of self-preservation behavior have been identified among the population of the Ulyanovsk region out of eight possible variants. Among them, the most numerous and small types of behavior are highlighted. Regional peculiarities of the spread of these types of behavior in the Ulyanovsk region are presented. It is noted that in modern conditions, most residents of the Ulyanovsk region single out health as their main value.

Localized Chebyshev and MLS collocation methods for solving 2D steady state nonlocal diffusion and peridynamic equations

The localized Chebyshev collocation method and MLS collocation method are presented to obtain the solution of two-dimensional nonlocal diffusion and peridynamic equations. The Chebyshev polynomial and MLS interpolation techniques are used to construct shape functions in the frame of the collocation method. Low computational cost and high accuracy are the main advantages of these two methods for solving nonlocal diffusion and peridynamic equations. Several numerical examples are provided to show the validity and applicability of the proposed method with the regular and irregular domains. Numerical experiments indicate that the localized Chebyshev collocation method has high accuracy for nonlocal problems with continuous solutions. The MLS collocation method is more efficient and can maintain good behavior for problems with discontinuous solutions.

Adolescent Self-Control: A Study of Behavioral Control of Adolescent Salik of Qadiriyah wa Naqsyabandiyah Sufi Order at Darussalam Islamic Boarding School at Gombong Kebumen

Adolescents with various accompanying problems such as juvenile delinquency, bulliying, addiction problems, academic problems and so on were real problems of adolescent. One of the factors behind this problem was education in Indonesia which focused on exoteric approach so that the esoteric area in the formation of behavior was untouched. Therefore, research on adolescent salik of Qadiriyah wa Naqsyabandiyah (TQN) sufi order was one of the approaches to answer the problem of adolescent behavior that occurs. The theory for analyzing the amaliyah of TQN of adolescent salik was Hirschi and Gottfredson's theory of behavioral control which is one aspect of self-control. This study tried to find answers related to the behavioral control method of TQN adolescent salik at the Darussalam Islamic Boarding School, Gombong Kebumen. This research approach was phenomenology, which focused on the experiences of adolescent salik towards TQN amaliyah. The main data sources in this study were 12 adolescent salics and a Mursyid of TQN. The data were collected by unstructured interviews and participatory observations method. Based on the data in the field, the determinants of behavior were the saliks themselves. The saliks were independent and free in determining their own behavior. In regulating the stimulus, the saliks suppressed the appearance of lust with dhikr. Another method was omission, this omission was carried out under conditions when there was a stimulus that provokes the lust such as anger lust. This method was applied by all saliks when facing various conditions. The third method of behaviral control was the rejection of a stimulus such as an invitation to behavior that violated the rules or violated religious teachings.

Perceptions of tourism destination and implications for environmental education: Findings from a student field study on protected area, Indonesia

University students have an essential role in developing ecotourism services and supporting environmental education. The research aims to explore students' perceptions of the object of tourism, group behavior in travel and problems in tourist destinations. Surveys and interviews were conducted on students who conducted a field study in Coban Tengah tourism destination, Indonesia. Students of Undergraduate (S1) and Master’s (S2) programs were interviewed regarding tourism objects, group interactions, and problems found in the tourism site. Descriptive analysis and chi-square statistics were carried out to meet research objectives. The results revealed that students show a positive and significant perception of the beauty of Coban Tengah waterfall. S1 students indicated the halo effect phenomenon in perceiving tourism objects regarding beauty, educational element, and trekking paths. Grouping in tourist travel provides benefits to protect or keep safety and serves as a place to discuss environmental conservation. S2 students are less interested in forming groups because they have more experience and independence in travel than S1 student. Groups build cooperation and empathy, and these can provide innovation for quality provision of tourism services.JEL Classification I28; Q26; Q58

Proactive Moderation of Online Discussions: Existing Practices and the Potential for Algorithmic Support

To address the widespread problem of uncivil behavior, many online discussion platforms employ human moderators to take action against objectionable content, such as removing it or placing sanctions on its authors. Thisreactive paradigm of taking action against already-posted antisocial content is currently the most common form of moderation, and has accordingly underpinned many recent efforts at introducing automation into the moderation process. Comparatively less work has been done to understand other moderation paradigms---such as proactively discouraging the emergence of antisocial behavior rather than reacting to it---and the role algorithmic support can play in these paradigms. In this work, we investigate such a proactive framework for moderation in a case study of a collaborative setting: Wikipedia Talk Pages. We employ a mixed methods approach, combining qualitative and design components for a holistic analysis. Through interviews with moderators, we find that despite a lack of technical and social support, moderators already engage in a number of proactive moderation behaviors, such as preemptively intervening in conversations to keep them on track. Further, we explore how automation could assist with this existing proactive moderation workflow by building a prototype tool, presenting it to moderators, and examining how the assistance it provides might fit into their workflow. The resulting feedback uncovers both strengths and drawbacks of the prototype tool and suggests concrete steps towards further developing such assisting technology so it can most effectively support moderators in their existing proactive moderation workflow.

Long‐time behavior of shape design solutions for the Navier–Stokes equations

AbstractWe investigate the behavior of dynamic shape design problems for fluid flow at large time horizon. In particular, we shall compare the shape solutions of a dynamic shape optimization problem with that of a stationary problem and show that the solution of the former approaches a neighborhood of that of the latter. The convergence of domains is based on the ‐topology of their corresponding characteristic functions, which is closed under the set of domains satisfying the cone property. As a consequence, we show that the asymptotic convergence of shape solutions for parabolic/elliptic problems is a particular case of our analysis. Last, a numerical example is provided to show the occurrence of the convergence of shape design solutions of time‐dependent problems with different values of the terminal time T to a shape design solution of the stationary problem.

Turnpike Properties for Stochastic Linear-Quadratic Optimal Control Problems

This paper analyzes the limiting behavior of stochastic linear-quadratic optimal control problems in finite time-horizon [0, T] as T → ∞. The so-called turnpike properties are established for such problems, under stabilizability condition which is weaker than the controllability, normally imposed in the similar problem for ordinary differential systems. In dealing with the turnpike problem, a crucial issue is to determine the corresponding static optimization problem. Intuitively mimicking the deterministic situations, it seems to be natural to include both the drift and the diffusion expressions of the state equation to be zero as constraints in the static optimization problem. However, this would lead us to a wrong direction. It is found that the correct static problem should contain the diffusion as a part of the objective function, which reveals a deep feature of the stochastic turnpike problem.

MARRIAGE COMMUNICATION PATTERNS FOR UNDERAGE COUPLES

This study aims to determine the form of communication of underage married couples, as well as to find out the inhibiting and supporting factors in the communication of underage marriage couples and to determine the impact of communication patterns of underage marriage couples on household continuity in Jamur Gele Village, Putri Betung District, Gayo Lues Regency. This type of research is descriptive qualitative research. Descriptive qualitative format is very appropriate to be used to examine problems that require in-depth study, such as the problem of consumer behavior in a product, the problem of the viewer's view of the effects of media on a show, problems in the implementation of public policy in the community and its surroundings. Data collection was done by interviews and documentation. The results of this study indicate that communication of young couples in Jamur Gele Village uses forms of communication, verbal, nonverbal (body language), through intermediaries (by third parties), and communicating if there is a goal to be achieved. Meanwhile, supporting factors for communication between young couples can also be seen from the way each couple communicates, economic factors are also important in building communication between young couples. As for the impact of this form of communication pattern for early marriage couples is caused by the choice of oral and non-verbal communication (body language).

THE RELATIONSHIP OF HAND WASHING BEHAVIOR TOWARDS DIARRHEA CASES IN SCHOOL-AGE CHILDREN

Introduction: Hand washing is one of the current clean and healthy living behaviours that is a world concern. The problem of bad-hand washing behaviour not only occurs in developing countries but also in developed countries where most people still forget the importance of washing hands. The prevalence of diarrhoea among children aged 5-14 years reaches 182.338 (6.2%). The objective of this study was to determine the relationship between hand-washing behaviour and cases of diarrhoea in school-age children at Angkasa 2 Elementary School. Methods: This research method is quantitative, with a descriptive correlation research design, and uses a cross-sectional approach. The sample in this study was 63 respondents taken by purposive sampling. Data collection used questionnaires and observation sheets, analyzing data using a Chi-square test. Results: 73.01% of respondents had good hand-washing behaviour, while 26.98% had less hand-washing behaviour. Then, the respondents with good diarrhoea cases were 69.84%, and those with fewer diarrhoea cases were 30.15%. The statistical test showed a relationship between the variables of hand-washing behaviour with cases of diarrhoea (p =<0.001). Conclusions: There is a relationship between hand-washing behaviour and cases of diarrhoea in school-age children at Angkasa 2 elementary school. Hand washing is the most important basic technique in preventing and controlling the transmission of diarrheal diseases. It is necessary to have good facilities and knowledge about hand-washing, and the delivery of messages must be done recur so that understanding can align with these behavioural practices.

«Российская девиантологическая панорама: теория и практика» (Обзор первой международной научно-практической конференции)

Article presents a review of the international scientific and practical conference «Russian Deviantological Panorama: Theory and Practice» held under the auspices of the Russian Journal of Deviant Behavior in September 2022. The conference was aimed at sharing scientific knowledge on deviant behavior, analysis of modern methodologies of research and prevention of deviations, communication of scientists and practitioners working in this subject field.
 More than 120 people from 47 Russian and foreign organizations took part in the conference including guests from Shanghai Higher Police School of the Ministry of Public Security of the People’s Republic of China, Kokshetau Abai Myrzakhmetov University, Kazakh-British Technical University, Police Academy of the Azerbaijan Republic, Minsk City Clinical Narcological Center, Belarusian State Medical University, National Medical Research Center of Psychiatry, Moscow State University, Moscow State University, Moscow State Pharmaceutical Academy, and others.
 The conference sessions were held in the form of plenary and three breakout sessions on the key areas of deviant behavior research and prevention of its manifestations. As part of the conference a competition of poster presentations (posters) was held, according to its results five research teams were awarded.
 The conference resulted in discussion of academic and applied problems of deviant behavior, spread of modern methodologies, techniques, experiences among researchers of deviations, development interaction between scientists and practitioners.

ФОРМИРОВАНИЕ ЭФФЕКТИВНЫХ КОПИНГ-СТРАТЕГИЙ У МОЛОДЫХ ЛЮДЕЙ В ПРОЦЕССЕ ГРУППОВОГО КОНСУЛЬТИРОВАНИЯ С ПРИМЕНЕНИЕМ АРТ-ТЕРАПЕВТИЧЕСКИХ ТЕХНИК

Statement of the problem. Life in the modern reality is dynamic and contradictory, young people constantly have to overcome different kinds of difficulties (age crises, choice of their professional way and its development, interpersonal relations, questions of finance, everyday life stresses, etc.). In the period of the pandemic essential factors for the Russian youth were the fear infecting themselves and their loved ones; danger (mistrust of the health care system) [Kozlova, 2020]. The conditions of modern life only emphasize the relevance of the problem of coping behavior. In a situation when the general level of tension and stress is quite high, it is important to provide psychological assistance to young people in the formation of diverse and effective coping strategies. We consider expedient to use group work to solve this problem. This helps reach a sufficient number of participants and provide support and exchange of experience that are important to young people. For group consultations to be effective, it is important to understand the problem field of coping behavior and actual and potential demands of young people for psychological aid. We believe that one of the ways to solve this problem is to study and find effective and efficacious techniques of psychological help in forming coping strategies in young people. The purpose of the article is to present the results of the forming experiment, dynamics of the choice of coping strategy in young people after the carried out group work with application of art therapeutic techniques. The theoretical and methodological basis of research was made by the ideas of foreign psychologists in the field of studying of coping strategies: L. Murphy, R. Lazarus, S. Folkman, J. Amirhan, E. Haim, E. Skinner, etc. Ideas of Russian researchers in the field of studying coping strategies: L.I. Antsyferova, N.E. Vodopyanova, V.A. Bodrov, S.K. Nartova-Bochaver, E.V. Bityutskaya, T.L. Kryukova, E.I. Rasskazova, T. O. Gordeeva, E.N. Osin, etc. and also Russian studies in the field of art therapy: A.I. Kopytin, M.V. Kiseleva, E.A. Medvedeva, T.D. Zinkevich-Evstigneeva, E.V. Tararina, etc.. The study involved 30 students from 18 to 28 years old. Richard Lazarus’ “Coping Strategies” questionnaire and the “Cope” questionnaire (E.I. Rasskazova, T.O. Gordeeva, E.N. Osin) were chosen as diagnostic tools. Respondents, numbering 10 persons, took part in the forming-up experiment (group counseling). Research results. Tension level of the coping strategy “Confrontation” decreased in this group. There was a decrease of a high level of tension of the coping strategies “Self-control” when overcoming of the problem occurs at the expense of suppression and restraint of emotions, and the strategy “Escape-avoidance” when the person evades the problem, denying it. It is possible to point out that among emotional coping strategies, “optimism” increased, among behavioral ones – “cooperation” increased, among cognitive ones – “relativity” increased. Conclusion. The obtained data and their analysis allow us to speak about the importance and relevance of the topic of coping with stress. The program of group consultations, including art therapeutic techniques, promotes the formation of various coping strategies of behavior, providing effective coping with stress. The obtained changes give reasons to continue the research in this direction.

Stigma towards patients with mental illness: An online survey of United States nurses.

People with mental illness experience significant health disparities, including morbidity and premature mortality. Evidence suggests that stigma is a contributing factor to these observed inequities. The tripartite conceptualization of stigma proposes that three problems underlie stigma: problems of knowledge (ignorance), attitudes (prejudice) and behaviour (discrimination). There is limited prior research concerning stigma towards mental illness among nurses in the United States (US). The aims of this study were to assess stigma among US nurses towards patients with mental illness, compare the stigma expressed by nurses working in medical/surgical settings with mental health settings, and identify factors associated with stigma. Participants were recruited online from national professional nursing organizations in the US. We collected demographic data and administered measures of mental health stigma and stigma-related mental health knowledge. Mental health nurses demonstrated comparatively lower levels of stigma and higher levels of knowledge than the medical/surgical nurses. Nursing speciality and personal contact with mental illness were the most significant predictors of stigma and knowledge. Knowledge was found to partially mediate the relationship between nursing speciality and stigma. We found support for the 'contact hypothesis', that is, having a personal experience of mental illness or a friend or family member who has a mental illness is associated with lower stigma towards mental illness. These findings support the development of contact-based and educational anti-stigma interventions for nurses in order to reduce stigma towards mental illness.

On a singular parabolic p-biharmonic equation with logarithmic nonlinearity

This paper is concerned with the well-posedness and asymptotic behavior of Dirichlet initial boundary value problem for a singular parabolic p-biharmonic equation with logarithmic nonlinearity. We establish the local solvability by the technique of cut-off combining with the methods of Faedo–Galerkin approximation and multiplier. Meantime, by virtue of the family of potential wells, we use the technique of modified differential inequality and improved logarithmic Sobolev inequality to obtain the global solvability, infinite and finite time blow-up phenomena, and derive the upper bound of blow-up time as well as the estimate of blow-up rate. Furthermore, the results of blow-up with arbitrary initial energy and extinction phenomena are presented.

School-family duality: emotional intelligence and academic performance

The objective of this work was to identify the relationship between emotional intelligence and the academic performance of students at Margarita Masa de Juárez High School and Ignacio De Zaragoza School. The methodology used was quantitative, with a cross-sectional design, with a correlational and integrational methodical derivation. The collection of information was carried out through an instrument where the topics of emotional intelligence and academic performance were observed, the sample was made up of 120 students, the sampling method was non-probabilistic, through the strategy of sampling for convenience. The statistical techniques used were frequencies and percentages, comparative, correlational and integrational through factor analysis. The contribution of the study it is from the statistical empirical evidence that allows us to affirm that when there are teachers with willingness, responsibility and who understand the capacities and how young people learn, there is a security connection between the teacher - student; With this, emotions are recognized through the observation of the behavior of difficult situations and problems in an empathic way where the family environment plays an important supporting role; the school-family duality impacts the academic performance of adolescents.