Entertainment Venues Research Articles

Need for Intervention Services for Promotion of Condom Use by Female Sex Workers to Consider Size of Entertainment Venues: A Cross-Sectional Study.

BackgroundConsistent condom use among female sex workers (FSWs) is a key intervention in China’s AIDS Control Program. Female sex workers (FSWs) in China are at increased risk for acquiring HIV/AIDS because of low knowledge about HIV transmission and inconsistent use of condoms, the grade of venues may play a role in HIV/AIDS-related knowledge and consistent condom use of female sex workers.Material/MethodsA cross-sectional study was conducted among 802 FSWs in 2016 in Fuyang, China. A self-administered questionnaire was used to assess whether there is a need of different intervention services promotion of consistent condom use among FSWs in different-grade entertainment venues.ResultsMultivariate logistic regression analysis indicated that knowledge scores of HIV transmission routes and peer education were associated with consistent condom use in large-size venues, while peer education was associated with consistent condom use in mid-size venues. Knowledge scores of HIV non-transmission routes, knowledge scores of AIDS prevention/control, and peer education were associated with consistent condom use in small venues.ConclusionsOur data suggested that the strategies for strengthen interventions on health benefits of consistent condom use of FSWs should differ by size of venue.

Mining Social Media to Measure Neighborhood Quality in the City of Atlanta

This article presents a model to classify perceptions of various Atlanta neighborhoods based on social media. Tweets were extracted using Twitter's API and categorized to determine 1) whether they are neighborhood related; 2) whether a positive or negative sentiment could be assigned, and 3) whether they belong to one of eight categories of neighborhood quality assessments. These eight categories are public safety, transportation, density, walkability, maintenance, aesthetics, open space, and quality of dining and entertainment venues. Tweets that were related to neighborhood quality and geo-tagged accounted for 4% of all filtered Tweets. Overall 49% of neighborhood perception related Tweets were extracted to create an indicator of perceived neighborhood quality. The study then compared the perception of neighborhoods from social media analysis with quantitative indicators of neighborhood quality.

How Marketing Professionals Use and Staff Social Media in Entertainment and Event Venues

How Marketing Professionals Use and Staff Social Media in Entertainment and Event Venues

Analysis of sports management students’ opinions on project-based learning

The purpose of this study is to analyze Sports Management Students’ Opinions on Project-Based Learning. A great majority of the sports management students who participated in the study do sports regularly and only a little portion of 3.3 % stated that they do not do sports at all. In order to determine the attitudes of students towards the method of Project-Based Learning, an attitude scale -originally called Project-Based Learning Attitude Scale (PBLAS), which consisted of a total of 26 items (13 positive and 13 negative) was prepared after receiving the expert opinion of Sezgin in 2008. The ratio of female sports management students who read books is higher that the ratio of male students. On the other hand, the frequency of visiting entertainment venues is higher for male students compared to female students. When the average scores of the answers given to the Project-Based Learning scale are observed, it can be concluded that the students who participated in the study were eager to make use of the benefits of project-based learning, however because they were also affected from negative cases, they were often undecided. When the opinions of the project-based learning study participants are analyzed according to gender, it can be claimed that for the 4 items that were available in the scale, male students had more positive opinions compared to female students. It can be also seen that more female students expressed positive opinions for item first.

Evaluation of on-the-job noise exposure in the case of bartenders

In places associated with the entertainment industry in which music is performed or played, sounds with high sound pressure levels may occur. Such exposure is a threat to both people spending their free time at concerts, in discos or pubs, as well as employees in these places. The aim of the research conducted in 2017 was to assess on-the-job noise exposure in the case of bartenders at various premises of the entertainment industry. The measurements included 15 entertainment venues in Łódź, out of which 3 were selected: a music club, disco and pub. The exposure measurements were taken together for 4 work stations for bartenders using individual dosimetry in accordance with the PN-EN ISO 9612: 2011 standard. A total of 64 measurements were carried out, which showed that the equivalent sound levels A at the bartenders' workplaces vary considerably depending on the type of premises and the day of the week and the range of 67.6-108.7 dB. The highest sound levels occurred during the weekend (Fridays and Saturdays). The determined daily noise exposure levels exceeded the threshold of preventive action (80 dB) in 95% of the analyzed cases. Exceeding the maximum permissible noise level (NDN = 85 dB) was found in 66% of cases. It has been found that on-the-job noise levels in the case of bartenders significantly exceed the acceptable values of exposure levels and pose a risk of hearing damage. Med Pr 2018;69(6):633-641.

Animal maltreatment from ancient times to the 21st century: Foundation for a call to action now

Animal maltreatment from ancient times to the 21st century: Foundation for a call to action now

Opening up a space for women: matinees in Izmir Culture Park

This article explores how women’s practices transformed abstract space into lived space in the context of women’s matinees in the entertainment venues of Izmir Culture Park, a historical marker of Turkish modernity. Drawing on collective memory, Lefebvrian spatial theories, and gender studies, the article sets out an analytical framework through which to explore women’s spatial preferences and performances. Engaging with oral histories and archival material, the study reads women’s agency in 1970s matinees, arguing that these events opened up an alternative public space for women to liberate themselves by applying their own rituals and tactics in this space. They thus added new layers of meaning about women’s spatiality to the historicity of the park.

Traffic crash analysis with point-of-interest spatial clustering

This paper presents a spatial clustering method for macro-level traffic crash analysis based on open source point-of-interest (POI) data. Traffic crashes are discrete and non-negative events for short-time evaluation but can be spatially correlated with long-term macro-level estimation. Thus, the method requires the evaluation of parameters that reflect spatial properties and correlation to identify the distribution of traffic crash frequency. A POI database from an open source website is used to describe the specific land use factors which spatially correlate to macro level traffic crash distribution. This paper proposes a method using kernel density estimation (KDE) with spatial clustering to evaluate POI data for land use features and estimates a simple regression model and two spatial regression models for Suzhou Industrial Park (SIP), China. The performance of spatial regression models proves that the spatial clustering method can explain the macro distribution of traffic crashes effectively using POI data. The results show that residential density, and bank and hospital POIs have significant positive impacts on traffic crashes, whereas, stores, restaurants, and entertainment venues are found to be irrelevant for traffic crashes, which indicate densely populated areas for public services may enhance traffic risks.

Health risk behaviors among high school and university adolescent students.

Tobacco, alcohol and drug abuse constitute a public health concern. Data regarding health risk behaviors among Greek youth are scarce. The aim of the present study was to investigate health risk behaviors of a large adolescent sample (730 adolescents, 294 males and 436 females), residing in different areas of Greece, trace perceived side effects and associate the findings with the adopted lifestyle. High school students and University newcomers, aged 14–21 years (17.8±4.5 years), self-reported health risk behaviors via an anonymous, closed-type, validated questionnaire. Simultaneous adoption of unhealthy habits, such as smoking and drug abuse, were not independent (χ2=38.668, P=0.01). Age was the most significant factor in the adoption of unhealthy behaviors; smoking (χ2=27.220, P=0.01), misuse of cannabis and recreational drugs (χ2=9.874, P=0.05) and combining alcohol and smoking with entertainment (χ2=8.708, P=0.05; χ2=317.309, P=0.05, respectively) were adopted more by the elder (18–20 years) than the younger (15–18 years) teenagers. Males were more prone to abuse of cannabis (χ2=8.844, P=0.01), whereas females combined drinking and smoking with loud music during entertainment (χ2=6.618, P=0.05). The majority (64%) reported driving after drinking alcohol and intense entertainment, especially in urban areas. Almost half of smokers (53.1%) and drug users (46.3%) first encountered smoking or drugs from friends. Educational institutions and entertainment venues were the main places of initiation of smoking (26%) or drug use (35.2%), respectively. Adolescents from touristic regions were more prone to smoking (33.9%, P=0.01) and drug abuse (53.7%, P=0.01). The lower the frequency of exercise, the higher the consumption of psychoactive substances (P=0.022). Youth engaging in unhealthy habits were also willing to use prohibited doping substances (56%, P=0.043). Health problems were the main reason to consider changing habits (72%). In conclusion, health risk behaviors were multifactorial and tended to cluster. Thus, preventive youth strategies should target negative peer influences, especially during late adolescence.

Imágenes en la Crisis Mediterránea: la creación de la imagen pública de Nasrallah

The present research aims to analyze Nasrallah’s image as Hezbollah’s charismatic leader, as defined by Weber and House’s contributions. This analysis is based on the image created of his persona through televised speeches, posters and entertainment venues such as Mleeta Landmark. The characteristics of democratic discourse and terrorist propaganda are also introduced in order to ascertain which traits are present in his oratory. We conclude that, through these techniques, he is defined as a charismatic figure which is both accessible and omnipotent, with a great social impact due to the combination of the aforementioned strategies.

Depression and its correlations with health-risk behaviors and social capital among female migrants working in entertainment venues in China.

ObjectivesAmong the dramatic increased internal migration in China in past three decades, a considerable proportion of young females migrated to urban areas and found employment in “entertainment venues”, who may be vulnerable to psychological distress. This study examines the prevalence of depression and explores its associations with health-risk behaviors and social capital among this subgroup.Methods358 female migrants were recruited from entertainment venues in a rapidly growing urban city in China. A survey which included measures of depressive symptoms, health-risk behaviors, social capital, and socio-demographic characteristics was administered. Multivariable logistic regression was conducted to identify the independent correlates of depression.ResultsOf participants, 31.0% had clinically significant depressive symptoms (CES-D score ≥ 16). In multivariable models, greater likelihood of depressive symptoms was associated with working in massage centers/hotels (OR = 3.20, 95% CI: 1.80–5.70), having probable alcohol dependence (OR = 2.25, 95% CI: 1.22–4.16), self-reported lifetime use of illicit drugs (OR = 2.98, 95% CI: 1.26–7.06), growing up in a non-nuclear family (OR = 2.46, 95% CI: 1.18–5.16), and poor social capital (OR = 6.01, 95% CI = 2.02–17.87).ConclusionIntervention strategies to address the high prevalence of depression among female migrants are needed, and should also aim to reduce problematic alcohol and drug use, improve social capital, and target women working in massage centers or hotels.

Network and Individual Factors Associated with Drug Use among Female Sex Workers (FSWs) in Southern China: A Mixed-Method Approach

ABSTRACTResearch on women who engage both in drug use and sex work has been limited, as most previous studies have focused on these risk behaviors separately. The current study examines the network properties as well as the demographic and behavioral factors associated with drug use among female sex workers (FSWs) in southern China. We collected survey data (n = 175) in the Hainan province during our 26 months of ethnographic fieldwork in China. Our analyses included Fisher's exact chi-square tests, independent-samples t-tests, Mann-Whitney U, binary logistic regression (LR), as well as ethnographic data analysis. Multivariate analysis showed that women who were younger age, single, more educated, and earning a higher income were more likely to use drugs. Pertaining to network properties, FSWs with a lower percentage of long-term clients (and men) in ego networks were more likely to use drugs; this would imply a mechanism by which drug-using FSWs are more at risk, as the women take a greater number of transient clients. In addition, FSWs who were influential network members (i.e., higher betweenness centrality) and were closely related to other network members (i.e., higher closeness centrality) were more likely to use drugs; this may suggest that drug use is a means of sustaining the high functionality of the workers. Our ethnographic data also showed that club drug use was easily accessible in entertainment venues and was often a means of socialization in FSW communities. Network characteristics correlated to HIV-related risks among FSWs should be further examined in future studies.

Community Engagement and Venue-Based Sampling in Adolescent Male Sexually Transmitted Infection Prevention Research

ObjectivesMiddle adolescent males are a difficult group to recruit for community sexually transmitted infection (STI) prevention research. We describe a process of community engagement, and venue-based sampling of 14–17-year-old adolescent males, and compare rates of STIs and STI risk behaviors by venue. MethodsCommunity engagement consisted of (1) informational meetings with organizations; (2) participation in community meetings and events; (3) hiring community members as study personnel; and (4) an adolescent advisory board recruited from the community. Venues were identified and assessed at different times of the day and days of the week using a structured tool. At selected venues, males ages 14–17 years were invited to participate in a brief survey and provide a urine sample and an optional anal swab for DNA-based STI testing. ResultsVenues were assessed (n = 249), and 31 were selected for recruitment, including parks, apartment complexes, community events, entertainment venues, a community school, and community programs for LGBT (gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender) and adjudicated youth. We enrolled 667 participants, average age 15.7 years. Participants reported high rates of sexual and STI risk behaviors, but had low rates of STIs. These rates differed by venue, with more structured venues recruiting youth reporting fewer STI risk behaviors and less structured venues within the highest STI prevalence zip code recruiting youth reporting more STI risk behaviors. ConclusionVenue-based sampling is a feasible mechanism to target recruitment and enrollment adolescent males with high STI risk behaviors in community settings, with risk profiles varying by setting.

Risk Behaviors Among Young Men Who Have Sex With Men in Bangkok: A Qualitative Study to Understand and Contextualize High HIV Incidence

ABSTRACTThe Bangkok Men Who Have Sex With Men (MSM) Cohort Study has shown high HIV incidence (8–12/100 person-years) among 18–21-year-old MSM. These data led to a further study using qualitative methods among young (18–24 years old) MSM in order to understand the factors driving the HIV epidemic among YMSM. We conducted eight focus group discussions and 10 key informant interviews among YMSM in Bangkok, Thailand. Sociodemographic and behavioral data were collected using a questionnaire. We audio-recorded, transcribed, and analyzed qualitative and questionnaire data using computer software. The categories relating to risk behavior were (1) the use of social networks for seeking sexual partners and the marketing promotions of MSM entertainment venues, (2) social influence by peers and older MSM, (3) easy access to high parties and group sex, (4) easy access to club drugs, (5) conceptions related to HIV risk, and (6) sexual preferences of YMSM. Increased HIV testing, same-sex education, and YMSM-specific HIV prevention efforts are urgently needed for YMSM in Bangkok.

Paul Stephenson. The Serpent Column: A Cultural Biography.

The Serpent Column is the victory monument set up at Delphi after the defeat of the Persian army at the Battle of Plataia in 479 b.c.e. that marked the end of the Persian invasion of Greece. It originally consisted of a tall, hollow bronze pillar in the form of three entwined serpents terminating in three projecting necks and heads that formed the tripod for a gold cauldron. The cauldron was removed quite early in the monument’s history, but the rest of the tripod remained standing on the east terrace of the sanctuary at Delphi for eight centuries. It was then taken, probably on the orders of the emperor Constantine I, to adorn the newly built hippodrome of Constantinople. Having lost its heads and necks in 1700, the truncated shaft still stands in the At meydanı of Istanbul between the two obelisks. Along with these obelisks, the Serpent Column is all that is left of the crowd of sculptured monuments that occupied the central plinth dividing the racetracks of the greatest entertainment venue of the Byzantine imperial capital.

“There are more important things to worry about”: attitudes and behaviours towards leisure noise and use of hearing protection in young adults

Objective: Noise-induced hearing problems among young adults are increasing due to participation in loud activities. This study explored attitudes towards leisure noise, hearing protection, and perceived susceptibility to noise damage in young adults with no diagnosed hearing problems. Understanding attitudes and behaviours will assist with the future development of strategies to improve awareness and use of hearing protection. Design: A qualitative study. Study sample: Four focus groups, with 28 adults aged 18–35 years (6 male; 22 female; mean age 23 years). Results: Using framework analysis, five themes emerged. Earplug use occurred when participants had experienced previous temporary hearing damage (i.e. short-lived tinnitus or hearing loss). Others chose not to use earplugs because music venues are expected to be loud. Peer behaviours and opinions also had a strong influence over earplug use. A lack of knowledge of hearing-related damage resulted in a lack of concern for hearing health and other health conditions taking priority. Conclusions: The challenge is to present hearing health messages that are relevant and accessible to young adults. Music and entertainment venues must also take greater responsibility to protect the hearing of its customers by at least informing visitors of the dangers of loud music.

Predicting Factors for Smoking Behavior among Women Who Frequent Nightlife Entertainment Venues around a University in the Northern Region of Thailand

This cross-sectional survey aims to study the behaviors and predictors for smoking behaviors among women who frequent nightlife entertainment venues around a university in the northern region of Thailand. Samples comprised 279 women who visited nightlife venues around a university in the northern region of Thailand. A questionnaire was used for data collection. Data were analyzed by chi-square and binary logistic regression. The results found that women who frequented nightlife venues and smoked accounted for 32% and 22% of those who smoked inside such venues. Furthermore, the factors identified as predictive of smoking behavior among women who frequented nightlife entertainment venues included frequently visiting nightlife venues more than 3 days per week (odds ratio (OR) = 8.89, 95% confidence interval (CI): 3.31-23.90), having a positive attitude toward smoking (OR = 3.13, 95% CI: 1.56-6.28), having a smoking family member (OR = 2.78, 95% CI: 1.37-5.66), and having a smoking partner (OR = 4.86, 95% CI: 2.38-9.93). Therefore, relevant agencies should continuously promote the right attitudes about smoking to Thai women who frequent nightlife entertainment venues.

Repairing the Disjointed Narrative of Ballarat's Theatre Royal

Repairing the Disjointed Narrative of Ballarat's Theatre Royal

Benefits of managing source sound levels in amplified indoor entertainment venues

This paper investigates sound levels on stage and in the audience from field measurements and the literature for small and midsize amplified venues for various entertainment types. The effect of sound levels are also briefly examined in regard to hearing and comfort of patrons and employees. Furthermore, reduction in sound level internally is examined as a community noise control measure relative to soundproofing.

Noise assessment for residential developments near places of entertainment in San Francisco

When new multi-family residential developments are proposed in San Francisco, the City’s Entertainment Commission identifies whether there are places of entertainment (POE) within 300 feet. A POE includes businesses such as music venues, clubs, and bars. The Commission’s goal is to reduce complaints from new nearby residents about noise generated by existing entertainment venues. If there are too many complaints, a POE might be forced to close its business, which would have a negative impact on the City’s various entertainment districts. This assessment addresses noise that is distinct from the noise associated with a typical environmental noise study (which addresses noise from street traffic, rail activity, etc.). Rather than put the onus on existing businesses, the housing developer is asked to consider bass-heavy nighttime noise sources that future residents could perceive. Thus, some facades of proposed buildings might need to provide greater noise reduction than typical construction, often times through increased window STC rating recommendations. The measurements, calculations, and mitigations of these assessments are to be presented through select data from multiple case studies.