Effects Of Sociocultural Factors Research Articles

A Retrospective Cross-Sectional Study on the Effect of Socio-Cultural Factors and Edication in Early Detection of Breast Cancer

Backgrounds: The aim of this study is to investigate the preferences of female patients regarding the choice of surgeon for breast examination and the factors impacting this preference. Methods: A questionnaire was administered by interviewing 746 patients who applied to the General Surgery outpatient clinic with complaints of breast disease, and the results were analyzed statistically. The questionnaire form included the patient's age, marital status, hormonal status, history of delivery, complaints, factors that may impact the choice of physician, educational status, physical examination findings, and imaging results. Results: The study group included 746 patients aged between 14 and 76 years. While 284 (38%) of our patients applied to the outpatient clinic within 7 days of their first symptoms, 462 (62%) applied more than 7 days later. Due to late admission, advanced-stage breast cancer was detected in 2.8% of the patients. The most common reason for the delay in admission was the feeling of embarrassment in females of all age groups. Conclusion: Women with breast disease apply to the physician in the late period due to feeling embarrassed, religious beliefs, spouse pressure, and having a reservation for being examined by a male doctor. Breast diseases could be detected and treated in an earlier period, by enabling patients to apply to a physician earlier, with training, especially for women.

Effect of Socio-Cultural Factors on Women’s Participation in Leadership of Higher Education in Rwanda: A Case of Rwanda Polytechnics

This study explored the effects of social cultural factors on women’s participation level in leadership positions. The study adopted a descriptive research design. Data was collected using questionnaires. A sample of a total of 72 respondents was used in this study. These included 72 female teachers of 5 IPRCs in Rwanda. The data obtained through questionnaires were analyzed quantitatively using SPSS. The findings showed that socio-cultural factors were affecting women in IPRCs and resulting in their underrepresentation in leadership positions in Polytechnic Institutions in Rwanda (r=0.661). In addition, this meant that the relationship between socio-cultural factors of women and their participation in Polytechnic Institutions in Rwanda was strong. The R- squared of 0.550 implied that a unit change in socio-cultural factors predicts 0.767 changes in the participation of women in Polytechnic Institutions in Rwanda. The F-value of 36.241 and the corresponding p-value (p = 0.001) which is less than 0.05 implied that socio-cultural factors affects the representation of women teaching in Polytechnic Institutions in Rwanda. The study concluded that family responsibilities regulated by socio-cultural norms, women involvement, various cultural aspects and religion have an influence on their participation in leadership. The study strongly recommended that all appropriate stakeholders should make a concerted effort to ensure that the different institutions of society (families, schools, universities, communities and the government) respect Rwandan women’s rights. This request to meet their needs and requirements by means of laws, rules policies, economic empowerment, up-skilling, procedures, standards, daily practices and national forums on gender inequality. It also requires identifying and developing strategies for dealing with the existing gender issues and concerns in higher educational institutions in order to increase women’s participation in leadership positions.

Determinants of Girl Child Access to Primary School Education in Dadaab Sub-County, Kenya

Educating a girl child is one of the best ways not only to enhance gender equality but also foster community and family development and economic growth. This study investigated selected factors that determine girl child access to primary school education in Dadaab Sub County. The objectives of the study were to determine the influence of economic factors on girl child access to primary schools in Dadaab Sub-County, Kenya. Descriptive survey design was adopted that encompassed both quantitative and qualitative approaches. The study targeted 30 primary schools, 30 head-teachers, 30 BoM chairpersons, and 120 teachers in Dadaab Sub- County, Kenya. Purposive sampling method was deployed to choose 9 head teachers 60 primary teachers and 9 Board of Management chairpersons. Semi-structured questionnaires and interview guide were used for data collection. Descriptive statistics involving mean were used to analyze data. Pearson correlation was used to test hypotheses involving quantitative data from close ended questionnaires. Thematic analysis was used for analyzing qualitative data from interviews. The study concludes that economic factors have a statistically low significant and positive effect on access of girls to primary education in Dadaab sub county (p<0.01; r = 0.468), the effect of socio-cultural factors on access of girls to primary education in Dadaab sub county is positive and statistically significant (p-value =0.000; r=0.487), security factors have a statistical positively low significant effect on access of girls to primary education in Dadaab sub county (p<0.01; r = 0.541), and school management practices have a statistically low significant and positive effect on access of girls to primary education in Dadaab sub county (p<0.01; r = 0.646). The recommendations are that the schoos’ management should be offered training on practices to foster girl-child access to education.

The Effect of Socio-Cultural Factors on English Language Learning and the Impact on SSCE Results: The Case of Private vs Public Secondary Schools in Kano, Nigeria

This paper investigates the effect of socio-cultural practices on the English Senior School Certificate of Education (SSCE) results in public and private secondary school students in Kano, Nigeria. Using a case study approach, we explore whether socio-cultural practices might have influenced or constrained student performance in English SSCE results. This case study involves ten (10) participants from ten (10) secondary schools. An open-ended questionnaire was administered to all participants; findings revealed that teaching-related facilities in public secondary schools are not sufficiently available, unlike private schools. Furthermore, findings also indicate that the teacher-student ratio in public secondary schools is higher than in private schools. Students’ attitudes towards learning English language, including the use of social media, has also influenced the English SSCE results. Likewise, the schools’ socio-cultural practices affect the students’ performance in English SSCE exams. It is strongly recommended that the recruitment of additional English language teachers in public schools, and the establishment of more public schools aimed at improving the teacher-student ratio be employed. This would likely provide more active and interactive sessions for students, as well teachers. There is also a need to provide sufficient teaching and learning facilities and equipment in public schools, such as chairs, tables, fans, air-conditioning units, textbooks, computers, projectors, and so on. Public-school stakeholders should encourage the use of English language in English classes.

Perspectives of EFL learners and teachers on self-efficacy and academic achievement: The role of gender, culture and learning environment.

The Omani socio-cultural context, the mono-gender educational system in schools, and the learning environment at the higher educational institutions significantly affect learners' self-efficacy and academic achievement in the mixed-gender EFL classroom. Different studies have revealed both positive and negative implications of mixed-gender classrooms, especially for those who came from a mono-gender learning environment. The adjustment phase for the tertiary learners from school to the university is not only crucial but also significant for the continuation of higher education. The effects of socio-cultural factors on self-efficacy and academic achievement have not been studied in depth, particularly in eastern countries. So, the current study aimed at investigating the role of gender, learning background, socio-cultural circumstances, and the effect of the learning environment on EFL learners' self-efficacy and their academic achievement within the scenario of the prevailing culture and traditions in the Dhofar Region. To conduct this study, mixed research methods (qualitative and quantitative) have been adopted to investigate the perceptions of both teachers and learners. The sample of the study consists of 117 EFL learners ranging between 18-22 years of age and 25 EFL teachers ranging between 35-60 years of age. We used separate surveys for students and the teachers and interviewed students and teachers on a random basis. The results demonstrate that both genders were comfortable in segregated classes. The results also reveal that female learners were active learners and better performers than male learners in the school learning environment. The students reported that social restrictions discouraged them from mixing with the opposite gender in classroom activities and oral discussions. Most teachers believe that, compared to male learners, female learners performed better and were more engaged and responsive to different learning situations. The study found that there were statistically significant differences between both genders in terms of the effects of socio-cultural environment, self-efficacy, and the learning environment. Female learners were better than male learners in mono-gender schools, and they have higher self-efficacy than male students at the university. In conclusion, EFL teachers should consider the socio-cultural context, learners' learning background, and other challenges of learners to bring out positive outcomes in a mixed-gender classroom.

Effect of socio-cultural factors on gendered decision-making in the adoption of improved maize storage technologies

Effect of socio-cultural factors on gendered decision-making in the adoption of improved maize storage technologies

Uptake of Covid-19 Preventive Measures Among 10 Immigrant Ethnic Groups in Norway.

BackgroundA pessimistic view of the impact of Covid-19 on immigrants has generated an interest in exploring the role of socio-economic and cultural factors on excess infection, hospitalization and death among immigrants. Nowhere in the world is such interest more palpable than in Western countries, including Norway. An expanding amount of literature has demonstrated that preexisting socio-economic inequalities have affected Covid-19 control programs through a disruption of immigrants' uptake to preventive measures. Nonetheless, until very recently, no qualitative research has been conducted to address the impact of socio-economic and socio-cultural factors on immigrants' uptake on preventive measures of Covid-19 in Norway.MethodsAn interview-based qualitative study consisting of 88 participants (49 women and 39 men) from 10 immigrant ethnic groups were carried out. Participants were recruited through purposive sampling and snowballing. In-depth interviews were held through telephone or online for those who have experience in the use of zoom or teams. Data were analyzed using thematic analysis.ResultsWe found that participants' attitudes toward the pandemic in general, and more specifically their adherence to preventive measures, have increased over time. However, the number of barriers that hinder immigrants from adhering to preventive measures were identified and classified more broadly into three main subthemes: (1) socio-economic barriers; (2) socio-cultural barriers, and (3) other barriers. Socio-economic barriers include overcrowded households, working in first-line jobs, education and language. Socio-cultural barriers include collectivist culture, religious fatalism and risk perception toward the pandemic.ConclusionTo reduce the health inequality that arises from overcrowded housing, there is a need for a long-term strategy to help improve the housing situation of low-income immigrant families that live in overcrowded households. In addition, increasing health literacy and more generally, the integration of immigrants, may also reduce the effect of socio-cultural factors on an immigrant's uptake of preventive measures.

The Effects of Sociocultural Factors on the Appearance of Women in Their 20s in China on Beauty Interests

This study uses demographic methods to understand Chinese women in 20s’ beauty concerns. Mainly focus on the impact about five following 5 socio-cultural factors of beauty concerns includes media beauty interest, beauty consciousness, friend beauty tendency, cultural living standards, and dependence on others. In the survey, Chinese women in their 20s will be asked about the impact on sociocultural factors of beauty interests. The study conducted a total of 350 women in 30 cities across China, including large cities, metropolitan cities, secondary cities, small cities and prefectural cities. Excluding 41 unfaithful or missing responses, 301 surveys were used as final analysis. The survey results are categorized according to general characteristics and socio-cultural factors in appearance. In general characteristics, people in their 20s were divided into three groups (20-23 years old, 24-26 years old, 27-29 years old) to surveyed on their final educational background, direct, poor areas, and monthly living expenses. Also, the socio-cultural factors of appearance were divided into five categories including media appearance, beauty awareness, friend beauty tendency, cultural living standards and dependence on others. Their beauty concerns are mainly focused on hair beauty, face beauty, nail beauty, and skin care. Investigating the above content, “the difference between interest in beauty based on general characteristics”, “the relationship between social cultural factors of appearance and interest in beauty”, and “the influence of socio-cultural factors on appearance” were identified as research questions.

DIFFERENT MUSCULOSKELETAL PAINS AND SOCIOCULTURAL FEATURES: THE CASE OF PRIVATE NOBEL PHYSICAL THERAPY AND REHABILITATION MEDICAL CENTER

Aim: It was conducted to evaluate the effect of some sociodemographic and cultural characteristics on pain perception and pain intensity in different musculoskeletal pains and to determine some characteristics related to pain. Method: By recording the demographic information and sociocultural characteristics of all participants; Scandinavian Musculoskeletal Questionnaire and McGill Pain Scale Short Form were used to assess pain perception and pain intensity. Results: 544 patients, 372 women and 172 men, with subacute and chronic musculoskeletal pain were included in this study. The average age of the participants was 40.74±14.53 years. When the effect of sociocultural factors on pain intensity and pain perception (sensory and perceptual dimensions) is examined; it was determined that as the education level increased, the severity of pain (p = 0.002) and pain perception decreased (p = 0.0001), and the pain intensity of the participants living in the village was higher (p = 0.014). While the severity of pain and pain perception were higher in female individuals, it was determined that they also increased with age. When the relationship between pain intensity and pain perception of the participants is examined; positive high relationship (r = 0.630, p = 0.0001) was found between the intensity of pain and sensory pain perception, and a moderate relationship (r = 0.597, p = 0.0001) was found between perceptual dimension. A high positive correlation was found between sensory and perceptual pain dimensions (r = 0.658, p = 0.0001) Conclusion: Chronic pain experience and pain perception levels are affected by social and cultural characteristics. Sociocultural characteristics of individuals should also be taken into consideration in pain relief. Studies examining the effects of different sociocultural characteristics such as language, religious belief, family structure, pet feeding or interaction with animals on musculoskeletal pain are also needed.

The effect of socio-cultural factors on the international flight safety research findings

Nowadays we can get anywhere in the world. The success of civil aviation became possible thanks to flight safety improvement. However, flight safety performance indicators are still low. This is because the ensuring flight safety is largely due to the peculiarities of the impact of socio-cultural factors in different regions. The article is noted that flights are performed by humans with the help of technical means, but it is important to establish anthropological and socio-cultural factors that influence human decision-making. But during the process of communication between the representatives of technocratic and traditionalist societies, misunderstandings, differences of interpretations keep arising. These differences in interpretations are the result of socio-cultural differences. In a traditionalist society; the priority of the senior in status has an unconditional priority over the impersonal universalism of the instructions and norms. From the standpoint of technocratic thinking, the requirements of mechanisms, technical systems and norms have unconditional priority over human orders. But from the standpoint of the traditionalist world view the system of interpersonal relations the dominant are the attitudes and demands of the person, senior in status. Independent, analytical thinking can free a person from the unconditional recognition of the authority of the senior in status.

Geospatial analysis of female fertility in Oman: do immigrant female domestic workers make a difference?

ABSTRACT Despite the progress achieved in transformational development in socioeconomic domains, in Oman, like other Gulf Cooperation Council states, fertility rates are higher compared with those in other Middle East nations. Reproductive behaviour often varies geographically; consequently, analysing and modelling this phenomenon should be conducted at subnational and finer levels to capture spatial heterogeneity patterns. In this research, data from the last Omani census are used and local indicators of spatial associations (LISA) as well as spatial econometric models have been employed to examine the effects of sociocultural factors, particularly foreign female domestic workers, on local fertility variations. Remarkable spatial differences were observed in the effects of structural covariates on fertility rates. Several spatial clusters indicate a correlation between higher fertility rates and higher values of other explanatory sociocultural variables. Furthermore, the subnational variations of fertility rates are significantly explained by geographical and sociocultural factors, such a surban-rural settlement, education, female employment in governmental sectors, unemployed women, and the proportion of foreign female domestic workers. The findings also reveal that the rural and Bedouin communities, particularly in the internal governorates, not only displayed higher fertility rates, but also had more unemployed women.

The Effect of Sociocultural Factors on HIV/AIDS Prevalence amongst Adolescents and Youths in Niger State, Nigeria

The Effect of Sociocultural Factors on HIV/AIDS Prevalence amongst Adolescents and Youths in Niger State, Nigeria

Effect of socio-cultural factors in therapeutic intervention

Comorbidity and presence of family dysfunction in personality disorders, namely borderline personality disorder have been found commonly with bipolar affective disorder clients. Dialectic behaviour therapy (DBT) though has shown efficacy in treatment of such conditions, at times due to the socio-cultural differences of the models adopted from the western concept, there is a felt difficulty in the formulation of the therapeutic model making it necessary to collaborate with other models for smoother formulation and improvement in the overall functioning in the clients. A 21-year-old female of bipolar affective disorder with emotionally unstable personality disorder traits was referred to a psychiatric social worker for assessment and plan of intervention inclusive of DBT and family-focused therapy (FFT). Twenty sessions, each lasting for one hour were conducted with the client and family, each on an inpatient basis to (1) Assess and grade the problems in hierarchy, (2) Understand the socio-cultural constructs in sessions, (3) Teach DBT concepts and relaxation techniques to ameliorate stress and help her to improve the relationship and dynamics with her family through FFT. At the time of discharge, the client had improved nearly 30%, and the client and family were more confident in facing social situations, emotional dysregulation, interpersonal issues, distress tolerance goals which has been explained in the context of the socio-cultural factors focusing on alliance, institutions, expectations, and cultural adaptation involved in therapy and the involvement it had in the therapeutic process.

Effect of Socio-Cultural Factors on Feeding and Growth of Children Less Than Two Years

Effect of Socio-Cultural Factors on Feeding and Growth of Children Less Than Two Years

Sociocultural Factors of Mental Health in Children Primary Schoolers

The present research featured a theoretical analysis of the concept "mental health" within the framework of the system and level approach. The paper focuses on factors and conditions of mental health, as well as on the effect of sociocultural factors on emotional problems and deviations in the behavior of primary schoolers. The experiment involved 131 primary schoolers (girls – 48,1 %; mean age=10,2): 53 pupils of a grammar school, 54 pupils of a comprehensive school, and 24 pupils of a rural school. The research included their relationships with parents, mental health, and social living conditions. The children from the grammar school demonstrated more pronounced behavioral and communicative problems. The children from the rural school had a more distinct pro-social orientation of behavior. Male sex appeared to be a risk factor of mental health deviations. Urban children demonstrated more difficult relations with peers, as well as internality and externality or problems. Good relations with parents acted as a nonspecific factor of mental health protection. The obtained data have a certain value for prevention of mental development deviations in primary schoolers.

A540 Sociocultural Factors Influencing Eating Practices Among Office Workers in Urban South Korea

To understand the sociocultural factors affecting the eating behaviors of South Korean employees. Design: In-depth individual interviews. Setting: Two metropolitan areas of South Korea. Participants: Thirteen male and 9 female office workers. Phenomenon of Interest: The effects of sociocultural factors on office workers’ eating behaviors. Analysis: The researchers transcribed and analyzed audio-recorded interviews using thematic analysis.

범죄피해자의 신고와 경찰의 조치 및 검거에 영향을 미치는 사회문화적 영향요인에 관한 연구

범죄피해자의 신고와 경찰의 조치 및 검거에 영향을 미치는 사회문화적 영향요인에 관한 연구

Relationships between sociocultural factors (gender, immigrant and socioeconomic background), peer relatedness and positive affect in adolescents

IntroductionDuring adolescence, experiencing positive emotions at school is important for motivation as well as for academic success and psychological well-being. In the present study, on the basis of Self-Determination Theory (SDT), we investigated the relationships between sociocultural factors (gender, immigrant and socioeconomic background), peer relatedness (acceptance and friendship) and positive affect at school. MethodsData was based on a random sample of 36,712 tenth grade Italian adolescents. Their average age was 15.6 years (SD = 0.77), 50.6% were males, while 6.1% were first-generation immigrants and 3.8% were second-generation immigrants. Firstly, comparing latent means, we established peer relatedness and positive affect profiles of adolescents with different sociocultural backgrounds. Subsequently, we tested a structural equation model, based on SDT, according to which the effects of sociocultural factors on experiencing positive affect at school are mediated by peer relatedness dimensions. ResultsLatent mean comparisons showed that immigrant adolescents, students with a lower-SES and girls had fewer friendships with their classmates, lower levels of positive affect at school and were less accepted by their peers. A well-fitting structural equation model corroborated the mediating role of acceptance and friendship, which accounted for 16% of variance in positive affect. ConclusionsDue to sociocultural factors, some groups of adolescents proved to be more at risk of being socially excluded and of experiencing less positive affect at school. Moreover, our findings support the claim of SDT that the satisfaction of basic psychological needs, such as relatedness, is more important than sociocultural factors in determining adolescents’ psychological well-being.

“Drink It or Not”: Soft Drink Anticonsumption Behavior and the Mediating Effect of Behavioral Intentions

Increased health risks and obesity resulting from soft drink consumption have received considerable attention worldwide. The purpose of this empirical study was to explore the antecedents of soft drink anticonsumption behavior in China using structural equation modeling techniques by analysis of moment structures (AMOS). Soft drink anticonsumers think that these drinks are unhealthy, and consumer attitude and behavioral intention towards anticonsumption behavior were found to be significant. Individual and sociocultural factors were also positively associated with anticonsumption of soft drinks in China. Future studies could examine gender differences in anticonsumption behavior. A large sample size would be more reflective in other contexts. Regarding health and obesity-reduction concerns, this study provides useful implications for marketers and policymakers. Soft drink marketers can integrate obesity-reduction efforts through social marketing. This study has put forward a conceptual framework for soft drink anticonsumption behavior focusing on health concerns and the effect of sociocultural factors on anticonsumption.

Effects of Socio-Cultural Factors on Use of Technology in Smallholder Dairy Commercialization Projects in Transnzoia County, Kenya

In response to population growth, diminishing income and increased land sub-division, the demand for livestock products, such as milk is growing in Trans-Nzoia County. The growing demand offers opportunities for smallholders to realize better income hence improved livelihoods. Whereas the growing demand for milk is widely recognized, the dairy sector has not been able to produce adequate milk to satisfy this demand, mainly due to low production and productivity of milk. Most development projects are directed to the smallholder farmers with a populace of 75-80% of the Agricultural Sector in the country to re-direct their energies to help change livelihoods. Projects and/or programmes have been used based on the identified needs in different approaches fill the gap to increase milk production and productivity by use of new and tested technologies. There was likelihood of low use of technologies (Smallholder Dairy Commercialization Project (SDCP) report 2016). The overall objective of this study was to look into the effects of socio-cultural factors on use of technology in smallholder dairy commercialization projects among smallholder dairy farmers in Trans Nzoia County, Kenya. It was designed to (i) to evaluate socio-cultural factors affecting the use of technology among smallholder dairy farmers; (ii) to determine extent of effects of socio-cultural factors on use of Smallholder Dairy technology; and (iii) to establish the relationship between socio-cultural factors and Smallholder Dairy farmers' technology use. Data was collected through structured questionnaire administered to a random sample of smallholder dairy groups within Dairy Commercialization Areas (DCAs). The analytical approach used was regression and correlations based on the number of variables and form of relationship; and LSD multiple mean separation, and ANOVA p-value and general linear model to analyse for differences on socio-cultural factors in technology use, excel analysis where applicable and simple percentages thereof. Graphs indicating different levels of the factors against technology use were drawn using computer program. A scatter plot of was plotted fitted with regression line, equation and coefficient of determination (R2) to determine unit measure for possible incremental and variability in use as a result of effects. The findings showed that socio-cultural factors affect technology use. Effects differ with each technology and there is relationship between socio-cultural factors and technology use. There were significant differences in use between technologies and interaction between intervening factors in use at p (< 0.05). Regression equation and (R2) explained a unit of 1.4914 incremental unit offered and a 76 % variability as result of relationship between socio-cultural factors and technology use. The study therefore shall deepen the understanding on the socio-cultural factors at the levels of farm households, in the dairy industry and the institutions and policies on farmers' decision to use technologies. This will provide insights into the levels of use, technologies of preference and relative factors affecting them thereof; both technical and farmer levels.