Family Character Research Articles

A Fossil Dicot Wood form the Deccan Intertrappean Beds of Marzari, Nagpur, (India)

A well preserved dicot wood was collected form (Lat 21*,30, to22*,55, N) and long 78*,15 to79*,20 E which was found in intertrsppean locality of Marzari Nagpur District M.S. The present investigation a black color fossiliferous wood is dicotyledonous diffuse, porous vessels mostly solitary and radial multiples of two Perforated simple plate. Intravascular pit pairs alternate, bordered, parenchyma, Para tracheal, vasciicentric wood rays mostly multiiseriate and composed of heterogeneous cells, uniseriate rays mostly homogenous fibers short, thin walled no septate. The wood through shows some characters of the present day families like Menispermaceae, Dipterocarpaceae, Anonnaceae, Lythraceae. It has close affinities with the members of family Anonnaceae It could not conclusively be traced to any particular genus but it broadly placed under the family Anonnaceae. The chief characteristics features wood is diffuse porous, oblique septate and non- steroid the affinities with the family Anonnaceae and hence named as sheikhoxylon mahuzarii after its locality.

Dialectic Perspective on Interpersonal Conflict of Pre-Divorce and Its Reconciliation

This research examines the Dialectic Perspective of Interpersonal Conflict of Pre-Divorce and Its Reconciliation. The development of the divorce rate in Indonesia has reached its peak in 2022 compared to the last six years. These phenomena interest the researcher in discovering how the married couple in dispute can resolve their marriage and repair their relationship. This research is based on the theory of relational dialectics as a ground theory, supported by narrative sense-making as the middle theory, and complemented by dialogic listening theory as the applied theory for supporting conflict resolution. The method used was a qualitative descriptive approach to study the case of four informants with criteria determined by the researcher. The results of this study indicate a framework dimension from the precursor of marriage conflict, namely individual character and family character, forward to the process of the conflict where the dimension of interpersonal conflict and addressing or problem-solving of the conflict is found, to the reconciliation dimension that contributes to the success of reconciliation such as time, agreement, use of future narrative, satisfaction, financial performance, habitual interdependence, and religion and cultural constraints.

Personal Character and Stigma in the Acceptance Process of Families Caring for Individuals with Mental Disorders

Mental illness necessitates long-term care, impacting both sufferers and their families due to societal stigma. This study examined the correlation between personal character and self-acceptance, stigma, and self-acceptance, and the sociodemographic factors influencing acceptance. The study used a quantitative descriptive design to analyze data from 130 individuals who were purposefully selected from a total population of 175 families with members experiencing mental disorders. The research instruments included standard questionnaires to measure personal character, extraversion, perceived stigmatization, stigma, and family adaptation acceptance. Results indicated that personal character and stigma were significantly associated with acceptance (p-value <0.05). At the same time, the distance to the health center was the most influential demographic factor (p-value <0.005, Chi-Square 170.071). In conclusion, strengthening the personal character of families is crucial to mitigate the negative impact of societal stigma. Furthermore, enhancing services provided through health centers is essential.

A review of primary freshwater crab mandible morphology: terminology and systematic importance (Crustacea: Decapoda: Brachyura)

Abstract The primary freshwater crab mandibular palp is described as possessing two or three divisions (joints) and its terminal article as being either unbranched (simple) or bilobed. Currently, this provides two important familial characters. Addressed here are the long-standing differences in the number of mandibular palp articles between some freshwater crabs and other brachyurans by adopting a standardized terminology based on a generalized brachyuran limb using homology-based terms that allow comparisons with all brachyurans. As a result, the freshwater crab mandible is redescribed as a four-part appendage comprising the coxa (biting jaw) and basis, from which originates a two-articled inner ramus (endopod). A detailed examination of the joint between the basis and the first endopod article of the palp indicates that its expression varies from distinct to obscure, but it is nevertheless present in all freshwater and marine crab families examined here, including those species currently described as possessing a two-articled palp. The coxa, basis, and first endopod articles of the mandibular palp are all uniform and generally not diagnostic within the Brachyura. The terminal endopod article of freshwater crabs, however, is morphologically diverse and provides a familial diagnostic character. The wider implications of these findings for the Brachyura are discussed.

A Photocatalytic Approach for the Synthesis of L‐Shape Bicyclic NHC Ligands

AbstractL‐shape N‐Heterocyclic Carbenes (NHCs) based on the imidazo[1,5‐a]pyridine (ImPy) scaffold have recently gained considerable interest as the true carbene ligand analogues of the popular dialkylbiarylphosphines, better known as Buchwald phosphines. Nevertheless, the substitution pattern of ImPy ligands is still rather limited due to synthetic access issues. We report herein an efficient and versatile visible light photocatalytic strategy to access L‐shape bifunctional ImPy ligands laterally‐functionalized by a phenol group. Mechanistic investigations supported by density functional theory (DFT) reveal that the excited state of the iridium photocatalyst undergoes either a reductive quenching (SET process) or an energy‐transfer quenching (EnT process) depending on the nature of the counterion of the 5‐bromoimidazo[1,5‐a]pyridinium substrate salt. Moreover, the bifunctional character of these new family of L‐shape ImPy ligands is demonstrated by the preparation of a gold(I) complex exhibiting a free OH function capable of intermolecular hydrogen bonding. This work highlights the advantage of visible light photocatalysis in the synthesis of advanced NHC ligand structures, a strategy that has not yet been considered despite its potential benefits in terms of versatility, diversity and practicability.

A Study on Understanding the Phenomenon of Child Marriage Among Beneficiaries of the Imam Khomeini Relief Foundation in Lorestan

Early marriage or child marriage has become one of the complex and significant issues in contemporary societies, with widespread effects on individuals and communities. The present study aims to investigate the lived experiences of women in child marriages in the cities of Kuhdasht and Aligudarz in Lorestan. This research is qualitative in nature, utilizing the phenomenological technique. Through purposive sampling, in-depth interviews were conducted with 15 women who were child brides in the cities of Kuhdasht and Aligudarz. The analysis of the interviews revealed that respondents defined child marriage based on legal definitions of minimum age, life skills, and sexual and cognitive maturity. Most child brides did not have a choice in selecting this form of marriage, and factors such as economic poverty, cultural pressure, social acceptance, personality traits, and family character were identified as the main causes of child marriage. In their mental meaning systems, child brides perceive this type of marriage as having an exhausting, undesirable, and relative (both positive and negative depending on its effects and causes) nature. Examining the phenomenon of child marriage and early marriage requires a comprehensive focus on a set of underlying factors, consequences, and effects to obtain a more complete picture of this phenomenon and to minimize its harm.

РОДИНА КУРІСІВ: ГЕНЕОЛОГІЧНИЙ АСПЕКТ

The purpose of the work. Based on the analysis of the political, socio-economic, and cultural development of Southern Ukraine at the end of the 18th and the beginning of the 20th centuries, to study the genealogy of the Kursi family, the peculiarities of their activity and role in society, the heredity of their family traditions that influenced the development of the region. The methodological basis of the research was the principles of objectivity, historicism and systematicity with the use of general scientific research methods – analysis, synthesis, comparison, analogy, periodization and generalization. The scientific novelty of this article is due to the fact that, for the first time, a comprehensive study of the genealogy of the Kuris family at the end of the 18th – beginning of the 20th century, aspects of their military and civil service, cultural and educational activities, and the family's contribution to the formation of the historical heritage of Southern Ukraine are carried out. Conclusions. During the research, it was found that each generation of the family was represented by a historical figure who played one or another role in the historical process of Ukraine during the late 18th and early 20th centuries. A characteristic feature or phenomenon of the Kuris family can be called the desire of its representatives to be always at the responsible links of the military, socio-economic and cultural development of their country. The best representatives of the Kuris family were not only prominent military or public figures, businessmen, patrons, but also people with deep humanistic consciousness. Their family relationships, private life and public activities testify to the unique character and extraordinary role of the Kuris family in the history of Southern Ukraine. The Kuris belonged to large landowners. This allowed them to develop the main branches of agriculture and certain areas of industrial production related to it. Charity and education were important areas for the Kuris family, through which they, like other nobles, tried to establish themselves as the advanced state of society. They occupied a decisive place in the cultural development of the province.

NORMATIVE ISLAMIC CONCEPTUALIZATIONS OF FAMILIES AND KINSHIP THROUGH MAQASID PERSPECTIVES: A COMPREHENSIVE LITERATURE STUDY

The current article represents a comprehensive understanding of the family system and kinship in normative Muslim scholarship. It introduces the perception and definition of family and kinship relations and presents some of its fundamental features and bases in order to restructure critical, yet scattered opinions of scholars from various religious, legal, and historical Islamic sources. This research also aims to investigate numerous normatively formed perspectives related to family forms, the paradigm of values for family and kinship, and the family systems inspired by normative sources of Islam which have been discussed in broader discourse echelons to show the development of Muslim scholarship, provisions, opinions, and analysis, with regard to family and kin, especially under the umbrella of maqāṣid al-shari’ah. The article follows a qualitative methodology with historical, analytical, and descriptive approaches in a comparative manner when investigating normative accounts of the Muslim family and kinship. This study's contribution to international scholars in the field lies in its comprehensive analysis of maqasid framework for family and kinship in Islam and its divergence among normative scholarship. By shedding light on these normative perspectives, it enriches the existing scholarly discourse on maqasid al-shari’ah and opens up new avenues for further research and exploration in contemporary approaches to family and kinship studies. The findings of this study provide valuable insights for researchers, academics, and practitioners seeking a deeper understanding of maqasid al-shari’ah and its practical applications in contemporary contexts. The article found out that the advent of Islam, as mentioned in normative Muslim scholarship, introduced several religious rudiments into the family and kinship life that morally, structurally, and socially altered and regulated the character, structure, and purposes of the Muslim family to ensure stability and advocate social relations and order.

Familiness in Building the Brand Image of Family Businesses through Social Media

Abstract Objective The subject of this article is the marketing aspect of familiness related to building the image of a family business brand. The aim of the article is to analyze the impact of familiness in the activities connected with building the brand image of small and medium-sized family businesses. Methodology Qualitative and quantitative methods have been included in the conducted research. Findings The research has shown that Facebook is used by the vast majority of companies. This research has also demonstrated that a large percentage of companies do not emphasize the familiness of their company in their activities on social media. This is surprising because the analysis of the literature shows that emphasizing the family character brings definitely more benefits than risks. Value Added This article presents a research of how family-owned companies use familiness in the brand image. The results of the research can be used to guide companies on how to use familiness in their social media marketing campaigns. Recommendations It is recommended that family businesses make greater use of the potential of their family strengths. It would be advisable to conduct research explaining why the family nature of companies is so rarely emphasized in social media activities. We also suggest conducting similar research in other countries, which would allow for more general conclusions and capture cross-cultural differences.

The (big) role of family constellations in return migration and transnationalism

PurposeThe Albanian migration has always reflected a family character, be that before 1945 when Albania was not yet completely isolated, as well as after 1990 when borders were reopened. This feature characterized all types of movement, internal or international, permanent or seasonal migration, return migration or transnational movements and remigration. The purpose of this study is to investigate the role of the family as a very important factor in making decisions regarding migration and answering questions from why to how to migrate, from when to where, whom to ask for help or how to invest remittances.Design/methodology/approachBased on the case study of a rural area in Northern Albania, the Administrative Unit of Dajç, this paper explores in detail the roles of family and kinship on decisions regarding return migration, the re-adjustment process, remigration or transnational life.FindingsBy exploring the role of the family context in remigration and vice-versa, the paper reflects that the family biography – including the lifestyle, plans for the future or expectations – has changed due to previous migration experiences or challenges and difficulties when returning to the home country.Originality/valueIt demonstrates how individual decisions to migrate or to “return home” are negotiated and supported within families making transnational life a family project. The paper adopts a new approach in the Albanian Migration Studies, which may be implied on broader areas for further research in the future.

MENGHADAPI ERA SOCIETY 5.0 DENGAN KELUARGA SAKINAH TELAAH SURAH AR-RUM:21

Marriage aims to form a harmonious family as every married couple dreams of. Harmony requires cooperation between husband and wife in running the household. Family harmony will also change over time. As is the case in the era of society 5.0 that we will face where there is a development in information technology that is part of humans. In the family, there is often indirect communication, this is a challenge to create a sakinah family. Husband and wife must have a strong sense of self in dealing with problems, because the truth is that problems always exist in life, including the Prophet's family. This research was conducted with a qualitative approach. The type of research is library research, by collecting sources from journals, books or the web as references. This study has the conclusion that the sakinah family in the letter Ar-Rum: 21 according to the interpretation of some scholars explains that sakinah is obtained by marriage and offspring besides fulfilling other needs such as economy, education, and welfare. Sakinah families in the era of society 5.0 can also be pursued by maintaining communication with each other, getting to know each other's family characters, understanding each other, looking after each other.

Maskilic families in the Ottoman Empire

This article analyses the character of Maskilic families in the Ottoman Empire in the nineteenth century. The Ottomans regarded the family as a cornerstone of society and a tool for maintaining social harmony and preventing disorder. Accordingly, an analysis of the Maskilic family forms an important component in prosopographical research into the circle of Maskilim. The Ottoman Maskilim came from the heart of the 'traditional' rabbinical elite, and like other Muslim and non-Muslim reformers and intellectuals they underwent and generated processes of modernization with a relatively limited measure of secularization. Maskilic families continued to be essentially patriarchal, both in Maskilic thought and in everyday reality. At the same time, however, the Haskalah permitted the introduction of more modern patterns, such as the expansion of women's agency and liberty. These processes occurred without challenging the structure of the family or the father's supremacy.

Phylogeny of PmCCD Gene Family and Expression Analysis of Flower Coloration and Stress Response in Prunus mume.

The CCD gene family plays a crucial role in the cleavage of carotenoids, converting them into apocarotenoids. This process not only impacts the physiology and development of plants but also enhances their tolerance toward different stresses. However, the character of the PmCCD gene family and its role in ornamental woody Prunus mume remain unclear. Here, ten non-redundant PmCCD genes were identified from the P. mume genome, and their physicochemical characteristics were predicted. According to the phylogenetic tree, PmCCD proteins were classified into six subfamilies: CCD1, CCD4, CCD7, CCD8, NCED and CCD-like. The same subfamily possessed similar gene structural patterns and numbers of conserved motifs. Ten PmCCD genes were concentrated on three chromosomes. PmCCD genes exhibited interspecific collinearity with P. armeniaca and P. persica. Additionally, PmCCD genes had obvious specificity in different tissues and varieties. Compared with white-flowered 'ZLE', PmCCD1 and PmCCD4 genes were low-expressed in 'HJH' with yellow petals, which suggested PmCCD1 and PmCCD4 might be related to the formation of yellow flowers in P. mume. Nine PmCCD genes could respond to NaCl or PEG treatments. These genes might play a crucial role in salt and drought resistance in P. mume. Moreover, PmVAR3 and PmSAT3/5 interacted with PmCCD4 protein in yeast and tobacco leaf cells. This study laid a foundation for exploring the role of the PmCCD gene family in flower coloration and stress response in P. mume.

Parenting Education in Islamic Families within the Framework of Family Resilience in Aceh, Indonesia

Parenting education plays an important role in fostering healthy family character, supporting child development, and ensuring family resilience. This research aims to apply Islamic values in parenting practices, examine the role of culture and community support, understand challenges and parenting strategies, analyze gender roles, and assess the effectiveness of parenting education programs in Aceh. The study uses qualitative methods, and analysis using parenting theory. Semi-structured interviews and literature studies were used to collect data. The analysis includes coding of qualitative data, classification, and interpretation. Ethical considerations are enforced throughout the research process, to ensure respondent consent, privacy, and confidentiality and address potential researcher bias. The results of the study concluded that parenting education requires support from Islamic values, culture, community encouragement, fair and good parenting, gender roles, and parenting education programs. Parenting education for Islamic families in Aceh based on religious values (such as monotheism and piety) and Islamic culture has been proven to create family resilience. The tsunami incident is clear evidence of the resilience of the Acehnese family based on Islamic values and religious culture. On the other hand, religious leaders and educators can encourage and enhance this parenting education model in society. The findings of this study have practical implications for developing parenting education programs and interventions that are sensitive to values and culture in promoting well-being, the Islamic family model and family resilience in Aceh, Indonesia.

THE ROLE OF WOMEN IN FAMILY RESILIENCE IN JEPARA DISTRICT

The rise of divorce cases in Jepara Regency shows that the awareness of each family member is still weak about their role. This cannot be separated from the important role of women. Women have a complex role in family resilience. The purpose of this research is to analyze the role of women in family resilience, in Jepara Regency. This was type of field research by applying the case study method which is analyzed in a qualitative descriptive manner. This research was conducted in the Jepara area. Data collection techniques in this study are by observing, interviewing, and document analysis. The results of the study show that women have complex role for family resilience including women acting as family managers, women as family psychologists, women as family nurses, women as family role models, women as family fashion designers, women as family interior designers, women as educators and shapers of family character, women as family event organizers, women as family finance ministers, women as pioneers of clean and healthy living in the family, and women as family superheroes. Keywords: divorce, family resilience, the role of women

How Family Character Affect the Financing of Environmental Protection Strategies and Energy-Saving Measures

How Family Character Affect the Financing of Environmental Protection Strategies and Energy-Saving Measures

The Lights and Shadows of Family Involvement in Small and Medium-Sized Firms

This study analyzes the influence of human capital (HC) and altruism on small- and medium-size firms’ (SMEs) performance, contingent upon the effect of family involvement in management. HC, understood as the abilities, skills, and knowledge of firm personnel, has been proved to contribute to firm performance. Even more, firms’ outcomes benefit from aptitudes and also from attitudes, such as altruism. What is not so clear is if having a family character enhances the effect of HC and altruism on firm performance. Our results show that family involvement in management presents lights and shadows in its ability to extract all the potential of HC and altruism. By moving one-step forward in understanding these relationships, our findings contribute to the Family Firm, Human Resources Management, and Resource-Based View literatures.

The Sewing Girl's Tale: A Story of Crime and Consequences in Revolutionary America

The Sewing Girl's Tale: A Story of Crime and Consequences in Revolutionary America

The Utilization of Animated Video Technology on Family Resilience in Facing the COVID-19 Pandemic

Background: Family resilience is the dynamic condition of a family that has the physical, mental, and material strength to lead an independent life. Aim: This study was to identify the utilization of animated videos on family resilience in the COVID-19 pandemic in East Jakarta. Methods: This is a quantitative study with a quasi-experimental design and a randomized pre-/post-test control group design involving 289 respondents, of whom 197 were in the intervention group and 92 were in the control group. Results: The results showed that there was a significant difference between family resilience before and after intervention through the utilization of animated videos. Conclusion: Animated video is effectively used as a medium for learning and providing education with audio and visuals that can stimulate the human senses. Family resilience is the basis for improving family quality and maintaining the character and health of the whole family. Recommendation: This research recommends the use of animated videos to improve people’s cognitive and affective domains and facilitate a good understanding of maintaining family resilience during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The Implementation of Father and Son Story in The Al Qur'an in The Family Character Education

Morals is influenced by both education and the process of religious values internalizing to the children. The foundations of moral education is the obligation of parents and it is also the duty of teachers, society, and the government through various educational institutions. This article also examines the verses of the Qur'an relating to an educational approach based on the story of father and son that later can be used to teach the children character in their family. One of the main tasks of a parents is to teach their children moral education beside people who they live with, teachers, and government. This paper discusses the learnings found in the Qur an, the story of Father and their Sons and discuss how it contribute a family character education. This research was categorized a descriptive qualitative, described the history of a Father and his son in the Qur’an and how it should be implemented in a family moral education. The techniques of collecting the data were interview and observation. The findings show the role of father use several approaches in teaching his children which are still relevant with the current context. These approaches include experiential approach, the habituation approach and the emotional approach. Several families that became the object of research have implemented the three approaches.