Degree Of Acceptance Research Articles

Immersive artificial intelligence technology based on entertainment game experience in simulation of psychological health testing for university students

Immersive artificial intelligence technology based on entertainment game experience in simulation of psychological health testing for university students

The role of illness acceptance and social support in assessing readiness for hospital discharge following myocardial infarction

Abstract Introduction The hospital discharge process refers to the patient's readiness to return to proper daily functioning. It is important to note that the discharge process is not solely based on physical readiness. It also includes psychological capacity, social support, and the provision of information and knowledge. Purpose The purpose of this study was to examine the correlation between readiness for hospital discharge and acceptance of illness and social support following myocardial infarction. Materials and Methods The study included 100 patients (56 women, mean age M±SD 64.95 y/o) who had experienced a myocardial infarction. The study employed a socio-demographic and clinical survey, as well as standardized measures including the Readiness for Hospital Discharge After Myocardial Infarction Scale (RHD-MIS), Acceptance of Illness Scale (AIS), and The Multidimensional Scale of Perceived Social Support (MSPSS). The statistical analysis includes a significance level of 0.05. Therefore, all values of p<0.05 were interpreted as indicating significant relationships. Results The majority of respondents were in a relationship (73%), lived in an urban area (70%) and had a secondary education (56%). The overall RHDS-MIS score showed that 46% of patients had a low level of readiness for discharge. There is a significant negative correlation (r=-0.228, p=0.022) between patient age and subjective knowledge score (p<0.05). The respondents reported a moderate level of acceptance towards their illness, with a mean score of 26.38 points. The AIS was shown to correlate significantly (p<0.05) and positively (r>0) with the RHDS-MI (r=0.525, p<0.001) and with all subscales: (1) subjective (r=0.405, p<0. 001) and (2) objective (r=0.538, p<0.001) assessment of patient knowledge about the disease, and (3) patient expectations (r=0.386, p<0.001). The analysis of the impact of social support on patients' readiness for discharge after MI revealed a significant positive correlation (r > 0, p < 0.05) between family support and readiness for discharge (r = 0.281, p = 0.005), subjective (r = 0.251, p = 0.012), and objective (r = 0.421, p < 0.001) assessment of knowledge. Conclusions Patients who have suffered from MI are at risk of experiencing adverse cardiovascular events, such as complications or hospital readmission. The level of hospital discharge readiness in patients after MI is correlated with the degree of acceptance of illness and social support. Assessing a patient's readiness for hospital discharge after an MI can help identify their educational and therapeutic needs. Involving the patient's family in the discharge readiness process is crucial as they can actively participate in the therapeutic process by providing support to the patient.

Endogenous Proteases in Sea Cucumber (Apostichopus japonicas): Deterioration and Prevention during Handling, Processing, and Preservation.

The sea cucumber is an essential nutrient source and a significant economic marine resource associated with successful aquaculture. However, sea cucumbers are highly susceptible to autolysis induced by endogenous protease after postmortem, and the phenomenon of body wall "melting" occurs, which seriously affects the food quality of products and the degree of acceptance by consumers. To satisfy the growing demand for fresh or processed sea cucumbers, we must clarify the autolysis mechanism of sea cucumbers and the methods to achieve autolysis regulation. In this paper, the factors leading to the quality deterioration and texture softening of sea cucumbers are reviewed, with emphasis on enzymatic characteristics, the autolysis mechanism, the effects of autolysis on the physicochemical properties of the body wall of the sea cucumber, and the development of potential natural protease inhibitors. We aim to provide some reference in future preservation and processing processes for sea cucumbers, promote new processing and preservation technologies, and advance the sea cucumber industry's development.

SNS Users’ Social Comparison Experience Affects Beauty Interest and Impact on Purchasing Behavior

In this study, we confirmed how social comparison experiences of SNS users affect purchasing behavior and empirically analyzed the mediating effect of beauty interest. Based on domestic and international prior research, we reviewed theories on social comparison experience, beauty interest, and purchasing behavior, and derived a research model and hypothesis based on this. Through online survey data collection, 209 copies were finally analyzed. The results of this study showed that upward comparison of social comparison experiences of SNS users had a significant impact on beauty interest. Beauty interest was found to have a significant impact on purchasing behavior, and downward comparison of social comparison experience was found to have a significant impact on purchasing behavior. And in the verification of the mediation effect, interest in beauty was found to be partially mediated by SNS social comparison experience and purchasing behavior. The types and acceptance of information by consumers using SNS are different, especially the degree of acceptance based on social comparison., In order to secure a variety of consumers, we provide objective information and produce various contents through beauty-related SNS, promote communication and exchange with consumers, provide various types of information, and provide advertising and marketing that can attract the attention of consumers with different self-esteem. It has practical implications in that it is helpful in activities.

PRIVATE EXPERT OPINION – LEGAL FRAMEWORK AND MEANING

The Slovak law on expertness defines an expert opinion, determining who can venture it and how to bring it before the court. Yet, do the courts consider expert opinions as their own? The presented study explores the incentives to commissioning expert opinions and the legal environment of this institute. The community of experts has found flaws in the legislation governing expert opinions, arguing that experts tend to bias their opinion in favour of the client and break the oath they took on behalf of the law. Although the Slovak legislation sets parameters to avoid abuse or defamation of the expert opinion, the judicial practice will show if the degree of acceptance of this opinion is higher than in countries with non-enacted legislation on these opinions despite their wide use in legal proceedings.

Preferred Prefab: Examining the Cultural Acceptance of Assembly-Line Homes for Sustainable Housing Delivery in Nigeria

This study takes an exploratory look at the extent to which culture could be integrated with building innovation for the delivery of prefabricated housing solutions in Nigeria. The study methodology utilised a content analysis model of case studying and desk research to review developments in prefabricated housing with the specific objective of proffering sustainable off-site housing models that will not only be climate responsive and affordable, but will also draw inspiration from the cultural and ancestral patterns users can relate to. The study findings show significant ongoing dialogue between design/building innovation and social architecture which imbibe cultural values in a few of case studies. The study also uncovered potential for improved affordability of prefabricated housing using 3D printing techniques and modular installation of housing units crafted from locally sourced or recycled eco-waste. The study recommends widespread experimental testing of alternative building materials and products to further drive prefab housing costs downwards, as well as future collaborations between vernacular architects and building innovators towards practical realisation of sustainable development housing goals. The study also encourages wider empirical studies on the degree of acceptance of prefab housing solutions in countries like Nigeria in a bid to sensitise target users on the potentials of off-site construction.

Operational optimisation of a microgrid using non-stationary hybrid switched model predictive control with virtual storage-based demand management

Operational optimisation of a microgrid using non-stationary hybrid switched model predictive control with virtual storage-based demand management

Electrical conductivity of multifunctional cementitious composites reinforced by graphene derivatives: A finite element-based computational micromechanics model

Electrical conductivity of multifunctional cementitious composites reinforced by graphene derivatives: A finite element-based computational micromechanics model

Общественные настроения и перспективы советской власти на Дальнем Востоке РСФСР в 1923–1925 гг.

The period of 1923–1925 witnessed significant efforts by the Soviet power to consolidate power in the Far East region of the RSFSR. This article examines the socio-political landscape during this pivotal time, shedding light on the challenges faced and the strategies employed to establish Soviet governance. Public sentiments in the Far East were intricately tied to the tumultuous political and economic conditions prevailing in the aftermath of the Civil War and foreign intervention. Economic devastation and stagnation exacerbated social tensions, posing formidable challenges to the consolidation of Soviet power. The prospects of Soviet authority hinged upon understanding and navigating the intricate dynamics of the local population. Factors such as the dominance of affluent rural elites, Cossack privileges, and the presence of diverse ethnic groups like Koreans and Chinese shaped the landscape of governance. Despite the adversities, the Soviet authorities achieved a notable milestone with the successful conduct of elections to the grassroots councils across the region in 1923–1924. This demonstrated a degree of acceptance and legitimacy for the new regime, marking a crucial step towards consolidation. In conclusion, the establishment of Soviet power in the Far East of the RSFSR during 1923–1925 was a complex endeavor shaped by the interplay of socio-economic conditions and local dynamics. While challenges persisted, the successful conduct of elections underscored the resilience and adaptability of the Soviet regime in navigating turbulent waters and laying the foundations for governance in the region.

Factors Influencing the Usage Frequency of Community Elderly Care Facilities and Their Functional Spaces: A Multilevel Based Study

The construction of community elderly care facilities (CECF) is pivotal for promoting healthy aging and “aging in place” for older people. This study focuses on the low utilization rates of community elderly care facilities in the Dongcheng and Xicheng Districts, core areas of Beijing. The explainable machine learning method is used to analyze data across three dimensions: the elderly’s individual attributes, characteristics of the community elderly care station (CECS), and features of the built environment around CECS and subdistrict, to identify the important factors that influence the usage frequency of overall CECS and its different functional spaces, and also the correlation between factors and usage frequency of CECS. It shows that the most important factors are the features of CSCF, including the degree of space acceptance and satisfaction with services provided, which influence the usage frequency of nine functional spaces (R2 ≥ 0.68) and overall (R2 = 0.56). In addition, older people’s individual factors, such as age and physical condition, significantly influence the usage of specific spaces such as rehabilitation therapy rooms and assistive bathing rooms. The influence of built environment characteristics is relatively low, with factors such as the density of bus stations and housing prices within the subdistrict and the mean distance from CECF to the nearest subway stations being more important. These findings provide a reference for the construction of indoor environments, management of service quality, and optimal site selection for future community elderly care facilities.

Study on Overseas Readers' Evaluation and Dissemination Effect of the English Translation of Romance of the Three Kingdoms

In evaluating the translation quality and translation value of literary works, one of the most important assessment links is to focus on the degree of acceptance of translations by readers. Through the study of overseas readers' evaluations and dissemination effects of English translations, we can comprehensively and accurately assess the impact of different translations on readers, provide more scientific guidance and decision-making basis for the translations of classical literature, and promote the dissemination of Chinese literature overseas, thereby contributing to the enhancement of China's cultural soft power. It can provide more scientific guidance and decision-making basis for the translation of classical literature, promote the overseas dissemination of Chinese literature, and boost the enhancement of the soft power of Chinese culture. This study collects readers' evaluations of <em>Martin Palmer</em>'s English translation of<em> Romance of the Three Kingdoms</em>, which is ranked first in the review data on <em>Amazon </em>and the official website of <em>Goodreads</em>, through the <em>Octopus data collector</em>, and conducts text data mining on it, utilizing the <em>KHCoder</em> text analyzing tool and adopting a combination of qualitative and quantitative methods, to analyze the readers' reviews of the high-frequency words and semantic mapping were analyzed. It was found that the factors affecting overseas readers' evaluation of the English translation of <em>Romance of the Three Kingdoms</em> include: the length of the full translation, the confusion and difficulty in memorization and phonetic comprehension of Chinese character names due to the names and words in the English translation, and the completeness of the translation in retaining the essence of the original work. Therefore, the subsequent translation of <em>Romance of the Three Kingdoms</em> not only needs to grasp the two perspectives of linguistic accuracy and cultural adaptation, but also should take more account of the preferences and needs of overseas readers, and optimize and adjust these aspects in a targeted manner.

Pregnancy, Parenthood, and Elite Athletics: “There’s a Lot of Work Still Yet To Be Done”

Several female athletes have recently challenged the long-standing assumption that pregnancy/parenthood (particularly motherhood) and participation in elite-level sport are mutually exclusive. These women’s actions have elicited change across the elite athletics industry and have sparked a need for further research to understand how elite athlete-parents perceive these shifts. We used feminist poststructuralist theory, feminist participatory action research, and semistructured interviews to explore the perspectives of 21 pregnant and parenting elite/international and world-class athletes (11 women and 10 men) on the developing degree of acceptance of parenthood in elite athletics. Through feminist poststructuralist discourse analysis, we identified that, despite considerable recent advancements, there is still a need for continued change in the degree to which pregnant/parenting elite athletes are accepted and supported within elite athletics.

Moving to green technologies: acceptance and perception of architectural solar photovoltaic technology for residential buildings

ABSTRACT Among the renewable technologies, solar photovoltaic (PV) is widely regarded as promising in the Middle-East region. However, the adoption rate of PV technology remains limited in Jordan. The effective shift to solar energy necessitates social acceptance. Therefore, this study examines the public perception and degree of acceptance of PV in residential units. A survey that explored the relevant factors in terms of knowledge, concern, familiarity, satisfaction, attitude, and willingness was conducted. Four hundred and twenty responses were returned. The statistical analysis using SPSS included Cronbach's alpha test, normality testing, and correlation analysis. The analysis shows that average acceptance levels exist for the PV experience. Only 53.5% were familiar with PV. More people (56.4%) claimed to know about PV, and 62.2% were interested. Under half of the respondents were satisfied with PV. Most people had heard of PV, although only 32.6% considered their knowledge excellent. Observations of PV were communal. However, only 25% installed PV systems in their residences. Performance was the top PV priority, followed by environment, prices, and aesthetics. Solar panel installation intentions were highest on rooftops and lowest on BIPV. Also, it was found that socioeconomic and demographic profiles affect residents’ PV adoption. These variables can also moderate the relationship between relevant factors and PV perception. The study contributes to understanding the public's preference for PV applications. This perspective enhances PV awareness and adoption in residential units. This study highlights insights for architects, decision-makers, and governmental authorities on the requirements to support PV applications on the policy front.

A Review of 3D Bioprinting Technologies in the Reconstruction of Human Nasal Cartilaginous Tissue

Background Frequent nose defects due to inborn causes or accidents have increased the demand for rhinoplasty. In addition to a functional defect, nose defects are also known as aesthetic defects because the shape of the nose is one of the most prominent features that define the human face. Hence, common reconstruction methods could not meet the requirements caused by limitations. Objective This study investigates the ability of different three-dimensional bioprinting methods to repair defects in the nose area. Methods In this review study, articles available in ScienceDirect, Springer, Wiley, Cambridge, De Gruyter, and Google Scholar databases were used. The search was done using the following keywords: Tissue engineering, nasal cartilage, 3D bioprinting, and bioink materials. The search was done with a time limit of the last 4 years. Out of 300 eligible articles, 159 articles were finally reviewed. Results Bioprinting has special potential for repairing nasal cartilaginous tissue. Hydrogels have become an excellent option for mimicking the microenvironment of the host tissue due to their porosity and ability to load different materials, as well as their ability to absorb water and encapsulate cells. On the other hand, the two main cell sources for tissue engineering of nasal cartilage are autologous chondrocytes and mesenchymal stem cells. Conclusion Bioprinting technology can bio-mimic the cartilage host tissue to an acceptable degree morphologically, biochemically, and mechanically to be implanted surgically. Although the use of bioprinting at the clinical level still faces limitations, the prospect of this technology is promising since it can fix nasal defects with low cost, unique accuracy, and personalization.

간호대학생의 다문화 지식, 다문화 수용성, 다문화 효능감의 관계

In order to provide nursing services to multicultural clients, nursing students who are prospective nurses must have cultural competency. To this end, it is necessary to acquire multicultural knowledge, an accepting attitude to understand and respect multicultural patients and multicultural efficacy. Accordingly, this study attempted to explore the degree of multicultural knowledge, multicultural acceptance, and multicultural efficacy of nursing students and the relationship between these variables. A survey was conducted on 183 nursing students at a university from November 1 to December 8, 2023 using a structured questionnaire. Descriptive statistics, Pearson correlation, and hierarchical regression analysis were performed on the collected data using the SPSS 22.0 program. As a result, Nursing students' multicultural knowledge(3.05±0.76), multicultural acceptance(3.88±0.49), and multicultural efficacy(58.50±18.66) were at a medium level. Multicultural knowledge has a significant correlation with multicultural acceptance(r=.33, p<.001) and multicultural efficacy(r=.61, p<.001), and multicultural acceptance has a significant correlation with multicultural efficacy(r=.45, p<.001). Experience of interacting with foreigners, multicultural knowledge, and multicultural acceptance explained 45% of multicultural efficacy, with multicultural knowledge appearing to be the most influential factor(β=.47, p<.001). Multicultural efficacy is an essential component of the cultural competency of nurses caring for multicultural patients. Therefore, in order to improve the multicultural efficacy of nursing students, it is necessary to provide various learning experiences to acquire specific knowledge about multiculturalism. However, since research on nursing students' multicultural knowledge and multicultural efficacy is insufficient, future research on this is required.

Importance of Environmental Education in the Context of Natural Sustainability

Anthropogenic activities are causing degradation in the environment at an alarming pace, which in turn causes a host of environmental challenges including acid rain, rising sea levels, incorrect monsoons, and global warming. There are many great things about science and technology, but we are paying an extremely high "price" for them. Industrialization alone is not enough to sustain economic growth. Scientific knowledge and technological advancement can only play a supporting role in the movement toward a more sustainable global environment; they cannot provide the solution on their own. Therefore, individuals need to be empowered with vital information and education if we are to attain an acceptable degree of global environmental sustainability. It is feasible to bring about tremendous changes in the public's thinking via educational institutions since they are the locations where society is most closely encountered. Encouraging learner awareness of ambient conditions in their area and their active engagement in fixing local issues makes environmental education a useful preventative measure to save youngsters living in polluted regions. The impact of environmental education on environmental sustainability is the focus of this study. The literature provides essential understanding into the ways in which Environmental Education (EE) might encourage pro-environmental behaviour via studies that concentrate on the link between various experiences and learning outcomes. In accordance with the importance of environmental education for sustainable development, this research aims to conduct a survey on the effectiveness of an intervention called EESD (Environmental Education Suitability Development) in improving students' environmental knowledge.

Accepting youth terminology in China

ABSTRACT Youth terminology, largely invented and spawned by social networks spanning the ages of adolescence to young adulthood, embodies a connotative reality that, at times, extends well beyond the conventional use of the language. This study investigates the acceptance degree of youth terms across different age groups in China. It adopts language ideology as the theoretical framework and combines it with Bronislaw Malinowski’s language value. The researcher gets responses (N = 226) among people aged from 10 to 70 with a high level of acceptance towards youth terminology in Chinese society generally. It reveals that the underlying language ideology, alongside the specific meanings or concepts emblematic of such ideology, significantly influences acceptance levels. Notably, individuals between 40 and 70 years preferred terms imbued with positive connotations that resonate with their life experiences. Youth are more concentrated on whether terms can help them express themselves effectively and effortlessly, as they coined youth terms.

"Old Wine in a New Bottle" -- A Study on Consumer Acceptance of "Blind Leftovers Box"

The blind box of leftovers is an innovative catering marketing model. In recent years, this marketing model has been regarded as an effective measure to reduce food waste in Chinese cities and relieve the operating pressure of catering enterprises. This study uses the literature review method to search and sort out the practical experience of some enterprises in the blind leftover box business and reports on the blind leftover box; Then the questionnaire survey method is adopted to explore whether consumers accept the blind leftovers box. The purpose is to investigate the acceptance degree of consumers to the blind leftovers box and the factors affecting the acceptance degree and provide feasible suggestions for catering enterprises to adjust the relevant product marketing strategy in the future. Based on the results of the questionnaire survey, it is found that consumers who accept the blind leftover box generally think that the blind leftover box has the advantages of the novel form, high-cost performance, and food saving. Consumers who reject the blind leftover box are concerned about the reasonable value and food safety of the blind leftover box. The research shows that relevant catering enterprises should strengthen the publicity of blind leftover boxes, and carry out differentiated marketing for people of different ages and different consumption levels.

Real-World Evidence to Reinforce Clinical Trial Evidence in Health Technology Assessment: A Critical Review of Real-World Evidence Requirements from Seven Countries and Recommendations to Improve Acceptance.

Real-world evidence (RWE) can reinforce clinical trial evidence in health technology assessment (HTA). Review HTA bodies' (HTAbs) requirements for RWE, real uses, and acceptance across seven countries (Brazil, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, and the United Kingdom) and outline recommendations that may improve acceptance of RWE in efficacy/effectiveness assessments and appraisals processes. RWE requirements were summarized based on HTAbs' guidelines. Acceptance by HTAbs was evaluated based on industry experience and case studies. As of June 2022, RWE methodological guidelines were in place in three of the seven countries. HTAbs typically requested analyses based on local data sources, but the preferred study design and data sources differed. HTAbs had individual submission, assessment, and appraisal processes; some allowed early meetings for the protocol and/or results validation, though few involved external experts or medical societies to provide input to assessment and appraisal. The extent of submission, assessment, and appraisal requirements did not necessarily reflect the degree of acceptance. All the countries reviewed face common challenges regarding the use of RWE. Our proposals address the need to facilitate collaboration and communication with industry and regulatory agencies and the need for specific guidelines describing RWE design and criteria of acceptance throughout the assessment and appraisal processes.

Metaphors across cultures

Abstract The way and degree to which people in different cultures consider a metaphor to be appropriate, acceptable, or apt has been the subject of controversy in recent decades. According to structure-mapping models, metaphors are understood by mapping relations from the base domain to relations in the target domain. However, previous research lacks literature on cross-cultural contexts and differences in the degree of acceptability of metaphors in different cultures. To address this gap, in this study we examined cross-cultural differences in metaphor aptness among participants from three different cultures. We developed two questionnaires, an acceptability judgment-task and a parallel-relation test using the COCA (English), PLDB (Persian), and KorAP (German) corpus databases. The results suggest striking differences in the acceptance of a metaphor in different cultures where the vehicle of a metaphor is not present. It is suggested that metaphors are considered apt through the process of categorizing the salient features that are considered structurally similar. This idea is partially consistent with studies that support class-inclusion models which suggest that hearers place the topic of a metaphor in a category in which the vehicle fits. The absence of a domain (whether topic or vehicle) may lead to unacceptability of a metaphor. Lack of cultural background in the use of these words hinders the process of finding a salient feature between them and the counter domain in a metaphor to form an appropriate alignment.