Intentional Action Research Articles

Temporal binding and sense of agency in major depression.

Alterations in the experience of controlling oneself and one's environment are of high relevance to understanding the psychopathology of depression. This study investigated the relationship between Temporal Binding for action-event sequences, sense of agency, self-efficacy and symptom severity in Major Depressive Disorder. We employed the Sense of Agency Scale (SoAS) and the General Self-Efficacy Scale (GSE) to assess explicit Sense of Agency and self-efficacy in a group of 42 persons diagnosed with Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) [20 identifying as female, 19 as male; mean age 37.8 years (± 13.3)] and 40 control persons without a psychiatric diagnosis (CG) [22 identifying as female, 20 as male; mean age 38.0 years ( ± 13.3)]. Depressive symptom severity was measured using the BDI-II. We additionally performed a temporal binding paradigm as a potential correlate to Sense of Agency. Participants partook in a time estimation task judging three intervals (250ms, 450ms, 650ms) while either observing or causing stimulus presentations. The underestimation of intervals following intentional actions causing stimulus presentations (compared to merely observing the stimulus presentation) is interpreted as temporal binding. SoAS scores demonstrated an inverse correlation with depressive symptoms (CG: p=.032, R2=.113; MDD: p<.001, R2=.260) and a positive correlation with GSE scores (CG: p<.001, R2=.379; MDD: p<.001, R2=.254). We found distinct differences in temporal binding between healthy participants and the Major Depressive Disorder group without significant correlation between temporal binding and the SoAS or GSE scores. The data suggest group differences in time estimation particular pertaining to time intervals involving intentional action and increasingly complex multisensory stimuli. We investigated parameters of subjective control, namely Sense of Agency and Self Efficacy. Here, we were able to reveal their inverse relationship with depressive symptoms in patients with major depressive disorder, highlighting a profound experience of loss of control with increasing symptom load. Deficits in experiencing control, particularly involving intentional motor actions (and more complex multisensory stimuli), appear to be more pronounced in Major Depressive Disorder, involving not only negative self-efficacy expectations but also an altered Sense of Agency and temporal binding. Temporal binding and SoAS scores did not correlate, adding to the growing evidence that the two measures may not be directly related. We propose that future research be directed at this contiguous relationship between Sense of Agency and Self Efficacy in Major Depressive Disorder.

Злоупотребление процессуальными правами и реализация дискреционных прав властными субъектами в досудебном производстве: понятие и соотношение

In the course of pre-trial proceedings, government entities are authorised to carry out procedural actions and make decisions, most of which are determined as a result of an assessment of the sufficiency of the grounds and conditions for this, based on internal conviction. Sometimes the discretionary rights of such participants are difficult to assess from the point of view of the validity and sufficiency of the information (evidence) available in the audit materials or the criminal case. This leads to appeals against the actions and decisions of officials as having been carried out with abuse of procedural authority. But can this right be abused? To answer this question, it is necessary to clarify the essence of abuse of procedural rights and determine their relationship with discretionary ones. In the course of the study, by analysing the available approaches and practices of applying the norms of the Criminal Procedure Code, it is concluded that an intentional dishonest act under the guise of the exercise of one’s procedural rights by a government entity, excluding the subsequent proper exercise by other participants in criminal proceedings of their procedural rights or their procedural duties within a reasonable time, should entail procedural, disciplinary or criminal liability depending on the consequences and be regarded as abuse. Abuses of the right by the prosecutor and the person in charge of the criminal case to timely grant the status of a participant, to charge, to cancel procedural decisions, during investigative actions, and when choosing measures of criminal procedural coercion have been identified and considered in relation to discrete powers. Some ways to overcome such abuses are presented.

Informal Peer Support and Intentional Acts of Kindness May Attenuate the Impact of Work-Related Stressors on Compassion Satisfaction, Secondary Traumatic Stress, and Burnout of Emergency Medical Services Clinicians

ObjectiveEmergency medical services (EMS) Code Lavender was developed to support EMS clinicians after stressful events via consistent recognition of events, informal peer support, and intentional acts of kindness. This study evaluated changes in burnout screening tool responses of EMS clinicians in response to program implementation and the coincidental start of coronavirus disease 2019. MethodsAnonymous surveys with demographic questions and 2 burnout screening tools were distributed before program implementation (spring 2020) and 20 months later (fall 2021). Analysis included t-tests, Fisher exact tests, and multivariable linear regression. ResultsSeventy-seven preprogram (59% response rate) and 108 intraprogram (88% response rate) survey responses were included. No changes existed between preprogram and intraprogram responses across all subscale scores. Sex was associated with depersonalization subscale scores, with men having scores 1.53 (95% confidence interval [CI] 0.11-2.95) higher than women. Compared with emergency medical technicians, paramedics had higher compassion satisfaction (OR 3.50; 95% CI 1.79-5.70) and personal accomplishment scores (OR 2.40; 95% CI 1.08-3.71). Transport nurses had higher personal accomplishment (OR 3.29; 95% CI 1.18-5.40), depersonalization (OR 3.73; 95% CI 1.19-6.26), and rates of burnout symptoms (OR 0.54; 95% CI 0.09-0.98) than emergency medical technicians. ConclusionThe organizational commitment, peer support, and authentic leadership of EMS Code Lavender may attenuate work-related stressors among EMS clinicians.

Pengertian Tindakan Bullying, Penyebab, Efek, Pencegahan dan Solusi

Bullying is an intentional act to hurt another person physically, verbally, or emotionally. Bullying can happen anywhere, including at school, the workplace, and online environments. This research aims to understand bullying, causes of bullying, effects of bullying, and prevention of bullying. This study used qualitative research methods. The data collection technique in this research is literature study. The data that has been collected is then analyzed in three stages, namely data reduction, data presentation and drawing conclusions. The research results show that bullying is caused by several factors including peer environment, family environment and social status. This behavior also has negative effects, including disrupted physical health, mental health problems, and the birth of bullies. Bullying behavior needs to be prevented and solutions formulated, including those that can be implemented wisely by utilizing technological advances, avoiding discriminatory attitudes, instilling affection, socializing through songs, making strict rules about bullying, providing education to perpetrators, providing protection and acting decisively.

Multi-class hate speech detection in the Norwegian language using FAST-RNN and multilingual fine-tuned transformers

The growth of social networks has provided a platform for individuals with prejudiced views, allowing them to spread hate speech and target others based on their gender, ethnicity, religion, or sexual orientation. While positive interactions within diverse communities can considerably enhance confidence, it is critical to recognize that negative comments can hurt people’s reputations and well-being. This emergence emphasizes the need for more diligent monitoring and robust policies on these platforms to protect individuals from such discriminatory and harmful behavior. Hate speech is often characterized as an intentional act of aggression directed at a specific group, typically meant to harm or marginalize them based on certain aspects of their identity. Most of the research related to hate speech has been conducted in resource-aware languages like English, Spanish, and French. However, low-resource European languages, such as Irish, Norwegian, Portuguese, Polish, Slovak, and many South Asian, present challenges due to limited linguistic resources, making information extraction labor-intensive. In this study, we present deep neural networks with FastText word embeddings using regularization methods for multi-class hate speech detection in the Norwegian language, along with the implementation of multilingual transformer-based models with hyperparameter tuning and generative configuration. FastText outperformed other deep learning models when stacked with Bidirectional LSTM and GRU, resulting in the FAST-RNN model. In the concluding phase, we compare our results with the state-of-the-art and perform interpretability modeling using Local Interpretable Model-Agnostic Explanations to achieve a more comprehensive understanding of the model’s decision-making mechanisms.

Supporting Emergency Medical Services Clinicians Through Acute and Sustained Crises With Informal Peer Support and Intentional Acts of Kindness: The Emergency Medical Services Code Lavender Program

ObjectiveGiven the recommendations against the use of critical incident stress debriefing, the emergency medical services (EMS) Code Lavender program was created as a mechanism to consistently recognize and reach out to EMS clinicians after acute crisis events, offer nonintrusive informal peer support and acts of kindness, and provide stepwise support via mental health professionals as needed. The study aimed to assess program utilization and evaluate the program's impact on EMS clinicians’ perceptions of support and resources available to them after an acute crisis event. MethodsAnonymous surveys were distributed before program implementation and 18 months later. Program utilization was tracked using REDCap (Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN). Fisher exact tests and logistic regression were used to analyze the survey results. ResultsWithin 30 months, 87 referrals were made. Seventy-seven preprogram (59% response rate) and 104 intraprogram (88% response rate) surveys were collected. There were no differences between respondents by sex or role. There were significant improvements in knowing where to go for help (from 40% to 85%, P < .001) and willingness to seek help if needed (from 40% to 59%, P = .02). ConclusionThe implementation of an EMS Code Lavender program led to significant increases in EMS clinician self-reported knowledge of where to go and willingness to seek help after acute crisis events.

Striving, Willing, and Acting in Pfänder and Husserl

This article presents a mutual critique of the analytic and phenomenological theory of action. The first perspective focuses on the standard approach introduced by G.E.M. Anscombe. According to Anscombe, actions are events that are intentional under a description. Consequently, the distinction between action and mere behavior depends on the linguistic description of behavior. However, this perspective fails to address the possible transitions between behavior and action. One way to fill this gap is by investigating the specific form of intentionality belonging to striving or tendency. Such an investigation can complement the standard theory of action by illuminating the realm in which volitional and intentional actions are formed. In this regard, it is instructive to examine A. Pfänder’s and E. Husserl’s philosophy of striving and willing. Pfänder’s Phenomenology of Willing (1900) and the essay Motives and Motivation (1911) reflect on the genesis of volition from striving. Both texts view willing as a particular form of striving that may, but does not have to, lead to action. Similarly, Husserl aims to retrace the pre-voluntary roots of willing, but unlike Pfänder, he considers willing and action to be necessarily connected. The second perspective focuses on what analytic philosophy contributes to philosophical action theory: the recognition of language’s constitutive role in determining actions. This is evident not only in terms of how we describe actions (Anscombe), but also in how we ascribe willing, intending, and acting to one another in communicative contexts (H.L.A. Hart). Therefore, a phenomenological investigation of action should be complemented by linguistic analysis. This idea is already outlined in rudiments by Husserl and particularly by Pfänder.

Mapping the Role of Therapeutic Alliance in Speech and Language Therapy to the Rehabilitation Treatment Specification System

Purpose: The purpose of this clinical focus article is to highlight the significance of the therapeutic alliance (TA) and how it relates to speech and language therapy practice. We define the components of the TA through the Rehabilitation Treatment Specification System (RTSS) framework in an effort to increase clinician understanding and implementation of the components of TA. Method: With the introduction of the RTSS, there have been ongoing efforts to increase specificity in describing and outlining rehabilitation treatments to better understand, research, and translate knowledge across the field. However, the inclusion of representations and volitional ingredients is often missing from current literature or limited to certain patient populations. We map the ingredients of the TA as intentional clinician actions to provide increased specification of volition components, with the goal of shaping and enhancing the patients' mental representations and offer insights for direct application in clinical practice. Conclusions: Ongoing efforts to educate and train speech-language pathologists on the invaluable contribution of mental representations and TA are imperative. Embedding this education within the RTSS framework may serve to underscore its equal contribution to the patient experience and associated outcomes. Ongoing research and efforts to further delineate volitional ingredients into therapeutic practice is essential to maximize patient engagement and outcomes.

Moorean Paradox in Practice: How Knowledge of Action Can Be First-Personal

ABSTRACT We know our own intentional actions in a distinctively first-personal way. Many accounts of knowledge of intentionally doing something, A , assume that grounds for the knowledge would have to establish or indicate that it is true that one is intentionally doing A . In this paper, I argue against this assumption, showing how it entails being in a Moore-paradoxical situation. I argue that if knowledge of intentionally doing A were such that grounds for it must be truth-indicating, then one could always wonder, when doing A , whether A is for one a goal. However, just as wondering whether p is true is incompatible with thinking that one believes p , so wondering whether A is for one a goal is incompatible with thinking that one is intentionally doing A . We must allow, then, that one’s knowledge of intentionally doing A is itself a representation of A as a goal to be accomplished, apt to be grounded by reasons for doing A . I show that the first-personal character of knowledge of acting intentionally resides in its being practical rather than theoretical.

Information-Theoretical Analysis of the Cycle of Creation of Knowledge and Meaning in Brains under Multiple Cognitive Modalities.

It is of great interest to develop advanced sensory technologies allowing non-invasive monitoring of neural correlates of cognitive processing in people performing everyday tasks. A lot of progress has been reported in recent years in this research area using scalp EEG arrays, but the high level of noise in the electrode signals poses a lot of challenges. This study presents results of detailed statistical analysis of experimental data on the cycle of creation of knowledge and meaning in human brains under multiple cognitive modalities. We measure brain dynamics using a HydroCel Geodesic Sensor Net, 128-electrode dense-array electroencephalography (EEG). We compute a pragmatic information (PI) index derived from analytic amplitude and phase, by Hilbert transforming the EEG signals of 20 participants in six modalities, which combine various audiovisual stimuli, leading to different mental states, including relaxed and cognitively engaged conditions. We derive several relevant measures to classify different brain states based on the PI indices. We demonstrate significant differences between engaged brain states that require sensory information processing to create meaning and knowledge for intentional action, and relaxed-meditative brain states with less demand on psychophysiological resources. We also point out that different kinds of meanings may lead to different brain dynamics and behavioral responses.

Tanggungjawab Pelaku Usaha Bagi Konsumen Terhadap Keamanan Pangan Dalam Prespektif Hukum Perlindungan Konsumen

Food safety in Indonesia is still far from safe, we often see food poisoning incidents that occur a lot nowadays. In general, this often results in consumers being in a weak and disadvantaged position, so there is a need for regulations that can bridge the interests of business actors and the interests of consumers without harming either party. Forms of responsibility of a business actor towards consumers in the legal order in Indonesia Civil liability based on legal events can be divided into two, namely: liability based on fault, namely liability that can arise due to breaches of contract or unlawful acts, whether caused by careless actions or intentional actions. Responsibility based on risk is the responsibility that must be borne by a business actor for his business activities which cause losses to consumers.

Agency, functionalism, and all that. A Sraffian view

Former contributions examined the approach to institutions and economic history that can be derived from the classical and Marxian 'surplus approach' as particularly recovered by Piero Sraffa (1951) and Pierangelo Garegnani (1960). The present paper deals with the allegation levelled against historical materialism-and consequently against the surplus approach to institutions-of organicism or functionalism. Organicism is said to look at individuals as passive vectors functionally serving in various capabilities the reproduction and destiny of society as a whole. In this way human agency in the operation and change of society is excluded or at least restrained. Methodological individualism is the traditional alternative supported both by neoclassical and by (some) Marxist schools. The literature over the 'agency versus structure' determination of human behaviour in social and human sciences is immense. I will therefore limit myself to some episodes that may however provide enough food for thought on this field. I shall defend a functionalist view of society while giving space to individual intentional action and aspirations, albeit informed by historical conditioning circumstances. Historical reconstruction of the objective and subjective features of the economic formations under examination, rather than the empty and a-historical study of individual choices, unrelated to the social context, looks like the way to go. Agency must be historically contextualised.

Balancing public health and privacy rights: a mixed-methods study on disclosure obligations of people living with HIV to their partners in China

BackgroundIn 2021, a Chinese court, based on the newly enacted Civil Code, first revoked a marriage license due to the spouse’s failure to disclose their HIV infection before the marriage. This landmark case ignited a fresh debate on whether people living with HIV (PLHIV) have a legal duty to inform their spouses and sexual partners. Advances in medicine have partially isolated HIV transmission from sexual contact, extending the legal basis for the obligation to disclose beyond disease prevention. This study investigates some possibly unforeseen challenges for PLHIV in China to fulfill this duty, and the outcomes of their decisions in light of the government’s goal to promote health.MethodsThis study aims to provide a detailed examination of the legal provisions and practices concerning partner notification among PLHIV in China. A mixed-methods research approach was employed between 2019 and 2020, combining questionnaire surveys, in-depth interviews, and participatory observations. A total of 433 valid responses were obtained through a questionnaire posted on a Chinese online platform for PLHIV. Following the collection and random coding of the questionnaire data, 40 individuals living with HIV were selected for in-depth interviews. Subsequently, a six-month field investigation was conducted in Guan ai jia yuan (Caring Home) in Jinhua City to further explore this issue.ResultsA considerable proportion of PLHIV exhibit a high rate of disclosure to their spouses (nearly 80%). In the context of sexual partners, 56% of PLHIV stated that their sexual partners were aware of their HIV infection. Whether married PLHIV disclosing to their spouses or unmarried/divorced PLHIV disclosing to sexual partners, however, a substantial majority expressed apprehension about the potential disruption to their relationships that the disclosure might cause. The sole exception was observed among married PLHIV in extramarital relationships who demonstrated a slightly diminished level of concern in this context. Reasons for non-disclosure predominantly included undetectable viral load and the adoption of protective measures.DiscussionThis study reveals that a prevailing “HIV stigma” hinders PLHIV from voluntarily fulfilling the disclosure duties bestowed by Article 38 of the Regulations on the Prevention and Control of HIV/AIDS, and the unclear legal provisions of the new Civil Code play a significant role in this regard. Addressing this issue necessitates not only increasing societal tolerance toward PLHIV and reducing instances of social exclusion but also shifting the legal basis of disclosure duties from disease prevention to rights and obligations within the legal relationships of the parties involved. When it comes to the recipients of disclosure, for instance, it is crucial to differentiate between spouses and sexual partners. As for PLHIV failing to fulfill their disclosure duties, apart from interventions involving indirect notifications, the addition of further legal responsibilities may not be advisable. Intentional transmission actions, on the other hand, should still be subject to severe penalties.Clinical trial number: Not applicable.

Bullying prevention literacy through educational quartet card games for junior high school students in Makassar City

Bullying is an intentional act of violence aimed at disturbing others, both physically and psychologically, and has long been a part of school dynamics. Throughout 2021, the Indonesian Child Protection Commission (KPAI) recorded 17 cases involving students and educators, with a bullying incident in 2022 resulting in the death of a junior high school student victimized by nine friends. This community service activity aims to enhance students' understanding of bullying behavior, particularly those in island areas. Efforts include increasing their literacy about positive behavior to prevent various forms of bullying, such as physical, verbal, social, or cyberbullying. The method involves a combination of lectures and educational games, using Muslim children's quartet cards. The results indicate an increase in participants' knowledge scores from 66.67% (pre-test) to 83.33% (post-test) after bullying prevention education. The initiative aims to encourage reporting of bullying incidents in schools involving both teaching staff and students as a preventive measure.

Implications Fraud Diamond in Fraudulent Financial Statements on Property, Real Estate and Building Construction Industries

Fraudulent financial statements involve intentional actions of manipulating or hiding information in financial reports to deceive users. Understanding the factors behind such fraud can be explored through the Diamond Scheme Theory, consists of four materials: opportunity, rationalization, ability, and pressure. The aim of this research analyze the impact of each component of the Fraud Diamond on fraudulent financial statements. The quantitative research methodology focuses on industries in the real estate, construction and property sectors listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange starting 2020 to 2022. The sample includes 69 companies selected through purposive sampling. Utilizing multiple linear regression analysis using SPSS 26 is employed for analysis. The study results reveal that, individually, only the capability variable within the Fraud Diamond has a significant negative impact on fraudulent financial statements. Pressure, opportunity, and rationalization variables do not show a significant influence. Additionally, when considered collectively, there is no discernible impact of the Fraud Diamond components on fraudulent financial statements.

Bahaya Judi Online : Dampak Sosial, Ekonomi, Dan Kesehatan

The increasing ease of internet access has led to its misuse in the form of online gambling. Initially, online games served as the entry point, but curiosity and interest have driven teenagers to participate in online gambling. Kartono (2014) defines gambling as the intentional act of risking something valuable with awareness of the associated risks and specific expectations for uncertain events, such as games, matches, races, and other occurrences. The uncertainty of outcomes generates expectations and tension for gamblers. nawati, Prakoso, and Prihatmi (2015) assert that the development of information and communication technology significantly influences the gambling model and its payment methods. Unlike traditional gambling, which requires face-to-face interactions, physical means, and cash payments, online gambling leverages the internet, enabling games without physical encounters. The rapid evolution of online gambling in recent decades has facilitated easy access to various forms of gambling through the internet. Despite gambling's historical existence, online gambling possesses distinct characteristics that entail specific risks. This journal aims to identify and explore the diverse negative impacts associated with online gambling, while also delving into control measures that can be implemented to address these issues. Employing the qualitative descriptive phenomenology research method, our study will uncover shared meanings of the online gambling phenomenon as experienced by a group of students (Sahputra et al., 2022). The methodology employed here is the literature review method, wherein an independent activity is conducted to collect literature data, engage in reading and note-taking, and process research materials from various sources, such as books, online media, print media, and national and international journals. Online gambling has emerged as a concerning phenomenon globally. This journal examines various aspects related to the hazards of online gambling, encompassing social, economic, and health impacts. Additionally, we discuss control efforts that can be implemented to address these issues, with the ultimate goal of enhancing understanding and promoting more effective actions in addressing this problem. Online gambling presents numerous dangers that can adversely affect individuals and society at large. To tackle this issue, control efforts, including stringent regulations, public education, and rehabilitation programs, are imperative. A comprehensive understanding of the perils of online gambling will enable collaborative efforts to create a safer and healthier environment for everyone. Concrete actions are necessary to shield society from the detrimental impacts of online gambling.

Probabilistic Interpretation of Entrepreneurial Opportunity Using the Many-Worlds Model

This research engages with the uncertainties and unknowable in entrepreneurship with literature on the philosophy of quantum mechanics in an analogical way. Often characterized as a journey into an uncertain future, entrepreneurship stands out as a dynamic and unpredictable domain driven by a compelling and indefinable force. This research’s central argument revolves around the notion that within the entrepreneurial landscape, many latent propensities exist, each carrying its distinct probability of manifesting into various outcomes. Unlike a deterministic process with a single predetermined outcome, entrepreneurship is a complex interplay of potentialities. To capture this multifaceted perspective, we leverage the principles and formalism of quantum mechanics, renowned for its emphasis on potentiality over actuality until subjected to observation and action. This philosophical framework describes the inherent potentialities embedded within entrepreneurial opportunities. This study introduces a groundbreaking Many-Worlds model inspired by the interpretations of quantum mechanics. In this model, the act of observation serves as a catalyst, unraveling a spectrum of potential outcomes, each characterized by its probability. These potentialities materialize based on entrepreneurs’ intentional actions and decisions, reflecting their commitment to shaping the future of their ventures. In summary, our study bridges the gap between entrepreneurship and quantum mechanics by proposing a novel framework that portrays entrepreneurship as an exploration of a quantum-like landscape of possibilities. By emphasizing the significance of intentionality and action, our research sheds new light on entrepreneurship’s dynamic and unpredictable nature, illustrating how entrepreneurs play a pivotal role in transforming potential into reality.

Streaking and self-care planning: the influence of integrating a well-being initiative in one teacher education program

ABSTRACT Concerns about teacher burnout, compassion fatigue, and retaining early career professionals have prompted teacher education programs to seek out ways to promote mental and emotional health during pre-service teacher training. This two-year, educational design study explored pre-service teachers’ experiences with the implementation of two school-based mental health interventions: the intentional introduction of self-care planning during field experience practicums, and the promotion of ‘streaking’, a health promotion event, to encourage pre-service teachers to implement a daily individual mental health intervention. Data were collected at several different points over a two-year period through surveys and individual interviews. The data analysis indicated that this two-tiered approach holds promise as a health promotion activity, however other intentional and educational actions were needed to ensure that pre-service teachers had the resources and tools required to support their mental and emotional health during their practicum courses. A further finding suggested that the term ‘self-care’ was widely misunderstood by study participants and work is needed to help pre-service teachers understand the importance of self-care during their practicum as a prevention strategy for well-being once they begin their teaching career.

Social destruction of the most vulnerable categories of citizens in Ukraine

The research was aimed at determining how the rights of minors and individuals caring for children under the age of three are protected by the state.&#x0D; The type of guaranteed state allowance known as childbirth assistance will be thoroughly examined in detail.&#x0D; Due to the fact that assistance for childcare until the child reaches the age of three was excluded according to the Law of Ukraine “On Prevention of Financial Catastrophe and Creation of Preconditions for Economic Growth in Ukraine” adopted in 2014, it was replaced by childbirth assistance.&#x0D; This Law was approved and signed by 253 individuals and 29 committees of the Supreme Council of Ukraine. The law was recognized as constitutional according to the decision of the Constitutional Court of Ukraine, which was agreed by 15 judges. In connection with this, the Constitution of Ukraine and Article 442, Part 1 of the Criminal Code of Ukraine regarding genocide were violated. It involves intentional actions aimed at the complete or partial destruction of any national, ethnic, racial, or religious group by creating living conditions for the group designed for its complete or partial physical destruction, reducing childbirth, or preventing it within such a group. In the explanatory note to this Law, the Minister of Finance of Ukraine noted that the establishment of a single amount of the childbirth allowance and the cancellation of the childcare allowance for children up to 3 years old will save about 3.5 billion hryvnias, which will be directed towards social protection of the most vulnerable categories of citizens.&#x0D; But after adoption of this law, aid payments are no longer regulated by the minimum subsistence level, which increases every year. Inflation and annual increases in prices for food and utilities are ignored. Payments become fixed. Part 3 of Article 46 of the Constitution of Ukraine is violated, which states that types of social benefits and assistance, which are the main source of existence, should ensure a standard of living not lower than the subsistence minimum established by law. The adoption of this law creates the conditions for social destruction of the nation as a whole, the genocide of the population.&#x0D; Therefore, this study will thoroughly analyze who exactly signed this law and what consequences it has already brought to society.

Cli-fi videos can increase charitable donations: experimental evidence from the United Kingdom.

Recent research has begun to investigate if climate fiction, or cli-fi, can increase people's support for pro-climate initiatives. Emerging evidence focuses on whether cli-fi stories affect people's self-reported emotions, attitudes, and intentions. Few studies, however, examine the effect of such stories on revealed behavior, and whether the cli-fi story medium, i.e., whether stories are presented in text, audio, or audio-visual format, matters. We investigate the causal effect of cli-fi stories, and the medium through which they are communicated (textual, audio, or audio-visual) on self-reported support for climate policy, individual and collective action intentions, and a revealed measure of charitable donations. In a pre-registered online experiment (n = 1,085 UK adults), participants were randomly assigned to one of 5 conditions - to read scientific information about climate change (scientific information condition), read a story unrelated to the environment (control), read a cli-fi story in which a protagonist took intentional pro-environmental actions (fiction text), listen to the same cli-fi story in audio format (fiction audio), or watch an animation of the cli-fi story (fiction video). When comparing the fiction-text, fact-text, and control conditions, we found that cli-fi stories are not always more effective than alternative climate communications: participants in the fact-text condition reported higher support for climate policies, and intentions of taking individual environmental actions, and negative feelings of sadness, disappointment, and guilt, compared to the text-based control and cli-fi text condition. When comparing the cli-fi media format, we found that cli-fi videos were most effective in increasing pro-environmental charitable donations in an incentivized choice task, and self-reported feelings of happiness, hope, and inspiration. The findings show that scientific information about the climate and climate-fiction have an important place in the climate communications toolkit and can offer distinct pathways to enhance support for policy and behavioral change. Communicators seeking to inspire individual pro-environmental actions can consider telling cli-fi stories in video, which may be more compelling. And communicators seeking to enhance public support for societal changes, via climate policies, may benefit from disseminating scientific information about climate change.