Social Consequences Research Articles

Body image and risk of exercise addiction in adults: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Exercise addiction in adults is increasingly recognized as a public health concern, carrying potentially harmful physical, psychological, and social consequences. Body image-encompassing cognitive, behavioral, affective, and perceptual elements-may be a key factor in this risk, yet comprehensive evidence remains scarce. This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to (1) evaluate the overall relationship between multidimensional body image and the risk of exercise addiction in adults, and (2) identify key moderators (e.g., different elements of body image, gender, region). A systematic search was conducted in PsycINFO, Medline, SPORT Discus, Web of Science, and Embase up to October 22, 2024. A three-level meta-analysis model was employed, and univariate and multivariate meta-regressions were used to explore potential moderating factors. A total of 38 eligible studies were identified, contributing 65 effect sizes. The meta-analysis revealed a moderate correlation (r = 0.26) between body image and risk of exercise addiction in adults. Moreover, the cognitive component of body image and the use of compulsive exercise measures in addiction assessments emerged as unique moderators, each further strengthening the observed relationship. These findings underscore the central role of body image-particularly its cognitive dimension-in shaping the risk of exercise addiction in adults, especially when assessed via compulsive exercise measures. Incorporating these insights into research and practice may guide more effective interventions and improve public health strategies aimed at mitigating harmful exercise behaviors.

Playing to win: enhancing programme success through more frequent use of competitive analysis

Purpose Competition is one of the least used social marketing principles. Yet, an assessment of direct competition is one of the key factors defining social marketing from other behavioural change approaches. This paper aims to synthesise literature from evidence reviews assessing the extent that competitive analysis has been undertaken. This paper contributes a new competitive analysis method that can be incorporated within the seven-step co-design process delivering an alternative tool that social marketers can consider. Competition assessment enables social marketers to identify cooperators, share resources and ultimately enhance social marketing programme success. Design/methodology/approach A synthesis on competition assessments reported in 30 evidence review studies is provided. This paper offers a new competition analysis method that can be applied to undertake competitive assessments demonstrating likes, dislikes and other ideas, which can be gathered during the sensitisation phase of co-design. Findings Out of the 1,795 papers suitable for title/abstract screening, 30 evidence reviews assessing extent of competition use or extracting detail on competition from selected studies in the review were included in this umbrella review. Heterogeneity was evident, with reviews concluding between 0% and 100% competition use. Social marketers generally lack resources and can benefit from an easy way of defining and examining competition and this can be done by considering only direct competition. Research limitations/implications This rapid review synthesises the author’s views and is limited to studies identified within the 30 evidence reviews considered. Future research directions are outlined. Practical implications Competitive assessments are akin to standing on the shoulders of giants. Competitive assessments allow you to identify what individuals like and do not likev and potential cooperators that can be partnered with to reduce noise, which can better support people to make choices that achieve intended programme outcomes and deliver benefits to individuals. Social implications Increased utilisation of the competition criteria will help to avoid costly failures ensuring that social marketers have improved odds of programme success. Through identifying programmes that are currently available, which people like, social marketers can establish partnerships to share resources driving more effort to delivering outcomes. Originality/value This paper offers a new competition assessment method for resource constrained social marketers that can be incorporated into the Trischler et al. (2019) seven-step co-design process. Increased application of competition will enhance social marketing effectiveness.

Dissecting study groups

This study investigates the dynamics of study groups among second-semester medical students enrolled in a gross anatomy course at Aarhus University, Denmark, during the autumn of 2018. Study groups served as organising units that had beneficial motivational, learning, and social effects. They provided accountability, academic support, and progress monitoring. Shared beliefs within these groups, influenced by near-peers, shaped the social norms for studying. The study suggests enhancing the effectiveness of study groups by targeting these beliefs through formal education of social role models, such as student teachers. Recognising the limitations of homogenous groups, the paper advocates for diverse peer groups to develop teamwork and higher order thinking skills. These findings underscore the importance of considering both academic and psychological aspects of group dynamics to improve student wellbeing and academic performance.

PEMBERDAYAAN MASYARAKAT KELURAHAN PASAR BARU KOTA TANJUNG BALAI DALAM BUDIDAYA LOBSTER AIR TAWAR

Community empowerment is an important effort to improve the welfare and economic independence of the community. This research aims to evaluate the effectiveness of material socialization in empowering the people of Pasar Baru Village, Tanjung Balai City, through cultivating freshwater lobsters. The method used is the distribution of printed and digital materials which include technical guidance on cultivating freshwater lobsters, as well as direct outreach to the public. The research results showed that the socialization of the material was successful in increasing basic knowledge and public interest in cultivating freshwater lobsters. As many as 80% of participants reported increased understanding and interest in being involved in this cultivation business. Apart from that, outreach materials also increase public awareness of the importance of environmentally friendly cultivation practices. Although material dissemination is effective in disseminating information, limitations in the form of information delivery (without practical training) pose a challenge in implementing the knowledge gained. To achieve more optimal results, a more comprehensive approach is needed that includes practical training, technical guidance and market access support. This research concludes that material dissemination is an important first step in empowering the community through cultivating freshwater lobsters. However, to achieve sustainable success, more holistic and integrated follow-up efforts are needed.

Unveiling the hidden burden: Exploring the psychosocial impact of cutaneous leishmaniasis lesions and scars in southern Ethiopia.

Cutaneous leishmaniasis (CL) poses a major public health concern in Ethiopia, with lesions and scars commonly affecting exposed body parts, resulting in physical, social, and psychological consequences. This study aims to assess the psychosocial impacts of CL, shedding light on the experiences and perceptions of affected individuals, thus contributing to the knowledge on Cutaneous leishmaniasis in Ethiopia and informing public health interventions to address its psychosocial effects. Using a descriptive phenomenological design, the study explored the lived experiences of individuals with Cutaneous leishmaniasis lesions and scars. Participants were purposively selected, and data was collected through open-ended in-depth interviews. The analysis combined inductive and deductive approaches through an iterative process, developing a coding framework with seven themes (lesion & CL scar each) and subthemes, resulting in giving important insights in the psychosocial impacts of CL. NVivo 12v supported the analysis process. The study unveiled negative views and misconceptions surrounding CL and its impact. Application of traditional herbal medicine for CL lesions often leads to pus formation and a foul odour, triggering negative attitudes from others, resulting in embarrassment, pain, and anxiety, leading to discomfort and isolation. The negative psychosocial attitudes associated with CL scars deeply impacted affected individuals, influencing their behaviour. This included isolation and absenteeism from school. CL scars served as unique identifiers, shaping the affected individuals' identity and self-perception. The unreceptive environment affected the participant's self-esteem and coping mechanisms. The negative impact of CL scars extended to role performance, marriage prospects, and overall happiness, particularly for females facing additional societal pressure and stigma. The study highlights the need for improved education and awareness about CL to reduce misconceptions and negative attitudes towards affected individuals. Additionally, more effective treatment options and integrated preventive ways should be explored to minimize the physical and psychological impact of CL on affected individuals.

Real-life affective forecasting in young adults with high social anhedonia: An experience sampling study

Abstract Background and hypothesis Affective forecasting (AF), the ability to forecast emotional responses for future events, is critical for optimal decision-making and mental health. Most previous AF studies were conducted using laboratory-based tasks, but overlooked the impacts of real-life situations and social interactions. This study used the experience sampling method to examine real-life AF in young healthy adults and individuals with high social anhedonia. Study design In Study 1, 109 young healthy adults reported anticipated and experienced emotions of personal events for 30 days on mobile phones. In Study 2, we examined real-life AF in 28 individuals with high social anhedonia (HSA) and 32 individuals with low social anhedonia (LSA). Study results In Study 1 (totaling 8031 real-life events), participants anticipated and experienced social events as more positive and more arousing than non-social events, but also with larger AF discrepancy. In Study 2 (totaling 2066 real-life events), compared with the LSA group, the HSA group anticipated less pleasure and displayed larger valence discrepancy especially for social but not for non-social events. However, the HSA group reported less experienced pleasure for both social and non-social events. Conclusions Using an ecological method for assessing real-life AF, we extended the previous laboratory-based findings to real-life situations. These findings demonstrate the effects of sociality on real-life AF and elucidated the deficit in anticipating social pleasure among HSA individuals, which reflects liability to schizophrenia-spectrum disorders. Altered AF may be potential intervention target in people with schizophrenia spectrum disorder.

Síntomas emocionales y estado funcional en pacientes post-COVID-19 en hospital mexicano especializado

Theoretical framework: Information on the prevalence of post-COVID-19 symptoms and their impact on functional status is variable. Objective: To characterize persistent symptoms, depressive symptoms, and the functional status of post-COVID-19 patients. Method: Observational, cross-sectional, and descriptive study. Instruments were applied via telephone (4-25 weeks post-discharge): Cross-cultural adaptation of the C19-YRS Questionnaire, Post COVID-19 Functional Status Scale, and CES-D. Results: Hypertension was the most frequent comorbidity; persistence of pain (66.6%) and fatigue (66%) related to the disease were the most common symptoms, followed by post-traumatic stress disorders, anxiety, depression, and dyspnea. 100% of the patients showed alterations in their functional status and their global perception of health after COVID-19. A low percentage of post-COVID-19 depression diagnoses was identified according to the CES-D scale. While the C19-YRS questionnaire was able to identify patients who presented depression through the CES-D scale, it showed a high frequency of false positives. Conclusions: COVID-19 has physical, psychological, and social consequences on patients, making rehabilitation measures for survivors necessary. These measures should be directed by a multidisciplinary team of specialists with long-term planning.

Síntomas emocionales y estado funcional en pacientes post-COVID-19 en hospital mexicano especializado

Theoretical framework: Information on the prevalence of post-COVID-19 symptoms and their impact on functional status is variable. Objective: To characterize persistent symptoms, depressive symptoms, and the functional status of post-COVID-19 patients. Method: Observational, cross-sectional, and descriptive study. Instruments were applied via telephone (4-25 weeks post-discharge): Cross-cultural adaptation of the C19-YRS Questionnaire, Post COVID-19 Functional Status Scale, and CES-D. Results: Hypertension was the most frequent comorbidity; persistence of pain (66.6%) and fatigue (66%) related to the disease were the most common symptoms, followed by post-traumatic stress disorders, anxiety, depression, and dyspnea. 100% of the patients showed alterations in their functional status and their global perception of health after COVID-19. A low percentage of post-COVID-19 depression diagnoses was identified according to the CES-D scale. While the C19-YRS questionnaire was able to identify patients who presented depression through the CES-D scale, it showed a high frequency of false positives. Conclusions: COVID-19 has physical, psychological, and social consequences on patients, making rehabilitation measures for survivors necessary. These measures should be directed by a multidisciplinary team of specialists with long-term planning.

Determinants of Tax Compliance: An Investigation at The Kupang Primary Tax Service Office (KPP Pratama Kupang)

Tax becomes the prime and major sources of state revenue. Taxes play an important role because it is related to state revenue. Increased income from the tax sector can be achieved by improving tax compliance from taxpayers. This study aims to explain the effect of tax administration modernization and socialization on tax compliance at the Kupang Primary Tax Office (KPP Pratama Kupang). The sample size of the study is 400 individual taxpayer samples. Data collection was done using a research questionnaire, as part of the quantitative research. The multiple linear regression analysis was used to analyse the data. The research findings indicate that the administration modernization and sanctions have negative effect on the tax compliance of registered taxpayers at the KPP Pratama Kupang.

Risk of suicide in a sample of Egyptian high school adolescent students: a cross-sectional study

BackgroundA lethal incident of self-harm with desire to die is called suicide. Every year, suicide claims the lives of more than 800,000 individuals globally. Teenagers and younger adults commit suicide on a regular basis. In late childhood and early adulthood, it is one of the primary triggers of death. Negative social and economic consequences and negative psychological consequences have been linked to it. The objective of this study was to determine the frequency and risk factors of suicidal ideation and behavior in adolescents’ students attending high school in Cairo. Throughout the educational year (September 2021 to June 2022), a cross-sectional study was carried on 553 students. A detailed medical and sociodemographic information were obtained. The Suicide Possibility Scale (SPS) was used to assess the likelihood of suicide, while the General Health Questionnaire (GHQ-28), which consists of 28 items, was used to assess the likelihood of mental illness.ResultsScreening among 553 high school students, it was shown that 11.03 percent of high school students were likely to have suicidal ideas or attempted suicide (scores ≥ 25) based on the SPS (Arabic version); females were more probable to do so (12.9 percent) than males (8.2%). Results from the Arabic version of GHQ_28 survey showed that 17.54% of the assessed students had a moderate to high risk of having a mental illness issue (scores < 7). There was a significant positive correlation among the total GHQ-28 score and various SPS score components for students in their first, second, and third grades level. Age, non-suicidal self-injury, and positive personal history of suicidal ideas for the student in the whole study group were non-significantly correlated (P > 0.05) with larger Suicide Probability Scale scores. While positive personal history of suicidal attempts, positive psychiatric illnesses and positive family history of suicide showed a significant correlated (P ≤ 0.05) with larger Suicide Probability Scale scores.ConclusionsScreening among adolescent high school students found that 11.03% of them had a probable risk of suicide with higher risk in females than in males that increased with age. Risk of suicide among students was associated with history of attempted suicide and psychiatric illness. So, early detection and management of students with psychiatric illness could decrease risk of suicide among them.

El periodismo como recurso narrativo en dos biografías gráficas sobre Salvador Allende y José Mujica

Non-fiction graphic narratives have emerged as a growing genre, allowing for a critical and humanized approach to historical events. These works combine text and image to enrich the interpretation of facts, facilitating an emotional connection with the protagonists and offering an accessible and subjective memory of the past. In this article, we analyze two graphic biographies focused on Salvador Allende and José Mujica, key political leaders in the 1973 coups in Chile and Uruguay. By integrating journalism as a narrative resource, these works rigorously document reality and adopt investigative journalism techniques, providing an analysis of the social and political consequences of these events.

The immunogenicity of PRV ΔgE/TK/UL49.5 three-gene-deleted vaccine in mice

BackgroundPseudorabies (PR) caused by the re-emerging of pseudorabies virus (PRV) variant has outbroken among PRV vaccine immunized swine in many pig farms, which has caused serious social and economic consequences since the end of 2011. The PRV UL49.5 protein can inactivate the transporter associated with antigen processing (TAP), thereby downregulating the cell surface expression of swine leukocyte antigen class I (SLA-I) to evade host immune surveillance.MethodsIn this study, based on the PRV ΔgE/TK strain, PRV ΔgE/TK/UL49.5 triple gene deletion strain was constructed through homologous recombination and deletion of the PRV UL49.5 gene by the Cre-LoxP system. Its growth curve and effect on SLA-I transcription level were determined. Preliminary studies were carried out on serum neutralizing antibody levels, IFN-γ and IL-4 cytokines levels in mice immunized with PRV ΔgE/TK/UL49.5, and the viral load and challenge protection in mice tissues after challenge.ResultsThe growth characteristics of PRV ΔgE/TK/UL49.5 strain were similar to those of PRV ΔgE/TK strain. The level of SLA-I was returned to normal after the deletion of PRV UL49.5 gene. The immunization of PRV ΔgE/TK/UL49.5 did not affect the weight gain of mice. Immunized mice could induce high levels of serum neutralization antibodies and immune cytokines, including IFN-γ and IL-4, which could provide complete protection against virulent PRV challenge. No obvious pathological damage was observed in lung, brain and trigeminal ganglion of mice immunized with PRV ΔgE/TK/UL49.5, and the tissue viral load was the lowest.ConclusionsPRV ΔgE/TK/UL49.5 strain can induce enhanced immunogenicity and had the potential to be used as a candidate strain.

Effectiveness of a Web-Based Self-Guided Intervention (MINDxYOU) for Reducing Stress and Promoting Mental Health Among Health Professionals: Results From a Stepped-Wedge Cluster Randomized Trial.

The high levels of sustained stress that health professionals often experience are a significant risk factor for developing mental health problems, such as anxiety, depression, and somatic symptoms, that not only affect their well-being but also have major social and organizational consequences. Different interventions, including those based on third-wave psychotherapy principles (ie, mindfulness, compassion, and acceptance), have proven to be effective in reducing stress in this population. Among them, those delivered on the web constitute a promising alternative with notable advantages in accessibility and flexibility, but some adherence inconveniences may limit their efficacy. This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of the MINDxYOU program, a web-based self-guided intervention based on third-wave psychotherapy principles, to reduce perceived stress and promote mental health in a sample of health professionals. In a stepped-wedge cluster randomized design, 357 health professionals from health centers in Aragon and Málaga, Spain, were recruited. They were divided into 6 clusters-3 per region-and randomly assigned to 1 of the 3 sequences, each starting with a control phase and then transitioning to the intervention phase (the MINDxYOU program) after 8, 16, or 24 weeks. This self-guided, web-based program, designed to be completed over 8 weeks, included weekly contact (via WhatsApp, call, or email) from the research team to promote adherence. Participants were assessed on the web every 8 weeks for 5 assessments. Perceived stress was the study's primary outcome, with additional measures of clinical factors (anxiety, depression, and somatization) and process variables (resilience, mindfulness, compassion, and acceptance). The program was initiated by 229 participants, 112 (48.9%) of whom were completers (ie, completed at least 3 of the 4 modules). Perceived stress demonstrated a significant reduction both when considering the entire sample (β=-1.08, SE 0.51; P=.03) and the sample of completers (β=-1.84, SE 0.62; P=.003). The proportion of participants reflecting "low stress" increased after the treatment (n=90, 46.6% vs n=100, 28.8% at baseline). Intracluster analysis revealed that pre- versus postintervention moderate effects were present in 2 clusters (Cohen d=0.46 and 0.62), and these were maintained in subsequent assessments. The linear mixed-effects models also showed that depression, anxiety, and somatization, as well as resilience, self-compassion, and some mindfulness facets, experienced significant improvements (P<.05) when comparing the intervention and control phases. The MINDxYOU program was effective in reducing perceived stress and promoting mental health, as well as increasing resilience, mindfulness facets, and self-compassion. These effects suggest that participants experienced a tangible improvement that could potentially enhance their well-being. Adherence to the intervention was moderate, while program use was notable compared to similar interventions. Finding ways to promote adherence to the intervention would contribute to increasing the effectiveness of this program. ClinicalTrials.gov NCT05436717; https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT05436717. RR2-10.1186/s12912-022-01089-5.

Skin Scarred by Structural Violence

This article examines the facial disfigurement caused by vitriolage or acid attacks, and unravels the aesthetics of the disfigured faces by exploring their visually signified materiality, which divulges alternative aesthetics, jarring the viewers into a state of abjection. It unfolds the commonalities between acid-attack survivors and disabled people, given the physical, psychological, and social consequences which led to the inclusion of women acid attack survivors into the category of disability in the RPWD Act 2016 in India. This research probes into three major critical interventions: first, it scrutinises the relation between vitriolage and structural violence; second, it studies its cause and effect through the close textual analysis of select texts, Priya’s Mirror (a graphic novel) and Chhapaak (a Bollywood movie); and third, it delves into the nuances of appearance impairment, and its isolating and disabling effects. Succinctly, this research uncovers the multiple aspects of acid violence in the Indian context by studying the select texts as a cultural archive and, through their respective visual narratives, attempts to inquire about the previously concealed or overlooked corporeality of women acid attack survivors.

Risk Taking With Social Consequences

Strong egalitarian norms and preferences may affect entrepreneurship. If people feel guilty of their success they may take fewer risks, whilst if they expect their successes to be celebrated, they would take more risks. In this paper we ask whether anticipated social consequences influence risky choices. Do people take more, less or the same risk when inequality results from risky choice? We provide experimental evidence from rural Uganda. Subjects choose lotteries for themselves and a partner under different risk resolutions, allowing us to identify their type. We find anticipated social consequences influence risk taking for most people, as only one quarter are indifferent. Two-fifths are ex post inequality seeking, holding their own pay off constant, and take more risk when inequality is common. This possibility is not considered by previous experiments in the West, but is the largest category for our sample. Only one-third are ex-post inequality averse, reducing inequality of outcomes at a cost to their expected earnings. We show types are robust, and document large gender-based heterogeneity. These results imply inequality-aversion is not holding back risk taking on average. Rather there is great heterogeneity in how people respond to anticipated social consequences.

The role of interpersonal emotion regulation tendencies in the association between maternal childhood maltreatment and social support in parenting.

Alleviating psychological stress in parenting is crucial for breaking the intergenerational cycle of childhood maltreatment (CM). However, issues with social support-recognized as effective in addressing parenting challenges, including psychological stress-have been noted among parents with CM experiences. Specifically, these issues include a lack of resources and diminished effectiveness of social support. Previous findings suggest that decreased interpersonal emotion regulation (IER) contributes to both issues; however, no empirical study has examined this mechanism. This study explored the role of IER in the association between CM, social support, and psychological stress. Data from 1889 Japanese mothers were used for analysis. An online cross-sectional survey was conducted. Structural equation modeling validated the model, indicating that CM is associated with increased psychological stress through decreased IER and reduced social support resources (χ2=8.67, p<.05, CFI=0.99, GFI=1.00, AGFI=0.99, RMSEA=0.042). Multiple regression analysis revealed a significant IER×social support utilization interaction effect on psychological stress (β=-0.06, p<.01). Social support utilization significantly associated with reduced psychological stress for both high and low IER mothers; however, the association was stronger for those with high IER (β=-0.23, p<.01) than those with low IER (β=-0.12, p<.01). Decreased IER tendencies are linked to social support challenges among parents with CM experiences. However, high IER tendencies may exacerbate psychological symptoms in parenting contexts, necessitating careful consideration in interventions.

Abstract HUP20: Assessing Social Vulnerability's Effect on Patient Outcomes in Los Angeles County Stroke Patients Among a Health System and Its Impact on Health Disparities

Abstract HUP20: Assessing Social Vulnerability's Effect on Patient Outcomes in Los Angeles County Stroke Patients Among a Health System and Its Impact on Health Disparities

Breeding-Related Changes in Social Interactions Among Female Vulturine Guineafowl.

Agonistic and affiliative interactions with group members dictate individual access to resources, and investment in competing for resources is often traded off with other needs. For example, reproductive investment can reduce body condition and, thereby, an individual's ability to win future agonistic interactions. However, group members may also alter their behaviour towards reproductive individuals, such as becoming more or less aggressive. Here, we investigated the social consequences of reproduction in female vulturine guineafowl Acryllium vulturinum, a plural breeder in which females disperse and are subordinate to males. We found opposing patterns for within- and between-sex dominance interactions experienced by females from before to after breeding. Specifically, breeding females became far less likely to win dominance interactions with non-breeding females after breeding than before breeding, but received considerably fewer male aggressions than non-breeding females after breeding. Despite a limited sample size, our study reveals that reproduction can have nuanced trade-offs with dominance and suggests that the study of dominance may benefit from explicitly considering variation in interaction rates as an additional factor affecting individuals.

What Do We Know About Non-Native, Invasive, and Transplanted Aquatic Mollusks in South America?

Global awareness of introduced species as one of the primary drivers of biodiversity change—causing environmental impacts, and economic and social effects—emphasizes the need to enhance our understanding of these species. Developing a comprehensive database will enable policymakers to identify global bioinvasion patterns and strengthen their capacity to manage them effectively. Aquatic mollusks play a crucial role in the ecosystems they inhabit, influencing food webs and nutrient cycling, and habitat formation and modification. They are also the dominant group in aquaculture, contributing significantly to the economy while also causing economic losses through macrofouling and posing health risks. Despite their importance, information on the introduction, establishment, and dispersal of mollusk species in South America remains scarce and is often confined to the grey literature. With the aim of organizing, increasing, and strengthening the knowledge of non-native and transplanted mollusks in general and aquatic mollusks in particular, 29 specialists in the introduced mollusks of South America, from seven countries, have been working collaboratively since 2016. Each member contributes expertise, data, and bibliographic resources to build the status of the introduced mollusks in South America and provide critical information to prevent future introductions and transplants. In aquatic environments, 41 non-native mollusk species and 18 transplanted species have been identified. Among them, the bivalve Limnoperna fortunei stands out with the greatest economic effect, while the gastropods Lymnaeidae and Thiaridae represent significant health concerns. Although this research represents a major step forward, it also highlights challenges such as the scarcity of taxonomic studies and the limited investigation of vast areas in South America. The information compiled in this review serves as a resource for researchers, policymakers, and the general public when addressing mollusk bioinvasions in South America.

The Delay and Failure of Residential Investment Projects in Iraq: Review

One of the challenges that arises frequently when carrying out residential investment projects is building delays. This study aims to fill this gap and add more to the body of knowledge about residential investment projects in Iraq. The research methodology was divided into two sections: one on previous studies, as mentioned in this research, and the other on techniques and tools for reducing residential project delays. The researcher concluded that there are several issues with residential projects, like inadequate project comprehension, outdated methods, untrained contractors, etc. This issue is not readily resolved and can have a detrimental effect on the project's outcome, including cost overruns, subpar work, a lack of safety, and schedule delays. In addition to other detrimental social effects, project delays may occur at some point during the construction process, and in certain cases, even when the project is completed. A construction project must be completed on schedule and within the projected budget. Approximately eighty-four pertinent articles over the past twenty-five years have been examined. This issue has a direct influence on people's lives and social welfare. Implementing residential project policies for new clients has sparked building projects and increased demand for residential buildings. However, a lot of residential projects were abandoned or never finished, which seriously concerned the government.