Mode Of Communication Research Articles

The effects of visitor restrictions on inpatients and family visitors during the COVID-19 pandemic: insights from a cross-sectional survey in China.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, hospitals implemented visitor restrictions to curtail the spread of the virus. The study aims to understand the perspectives of hospitalized patients and their family visitors on visitation restrictions and the factors influencing their willingness to adhere to these restrictions. This cross-sectional survey invited 1,200 participants, with 1,032 valid responses received, including 460 hospitalized patients and 572 family visitors. The survey indicated that 88.91% of hospitalized patients and 93.00% of family visitors complied and adhered to the visitor restrictions. The predominant mode of communication was via phone (77.62%), with emotional support (56.40%) recognized as the primary purpose of visitation. Visitor restrictions significantly affected hospitalized patients, with 51.65% reporting feelings of loneliness and 42.44% reporting anxiety. After adjusting for age, gender, and other factors, hospitalized patients' willingness to follow visitation restrictions was linked to their awareness of the restrictions (odds ratio [OR] = 0.20, 95% confidence interval [CI]: 0.09-0.44) and their desire to protect (OR = 0.32, 95% CI: 0.14-0.76). Family members' willingness to follow the restrictions was related to their awareness of them (OR = 0.34, 95% CI: 0.12-0.95) and how well they communicated (OR = 0.23, 95% CI: 0.09-0.58). Participants generally followed visitation restrictions, but these measures negatively impacted the psychological and social well-being of patients and their families, leading to increased feelings of loneliness and anxiety. Healthcare providers, hospital administrators, and policymakers should acknowledge the complex effects of these restrictions and focus on improving patient experiences in the future.

The Impact of Social Networking Sites on the Family Cohesion of Algerian Society: Risks and Pros

Objective: Therefore, the aim of this study is to assess the impact of SNS on family closeness in the Algerian culture while looking at the benefits in addition to the drawbacks of using the technology. Theoretical Framework: Applying Social Capital Theory, Family Systems Theory, and Uses and Gratifications Theory allows the research to explain the connection between SNS and family cohesion and give a coherent concept of how the media affects family bonds. Method: A cross-sectional survey and qualitative interviews were used as main data collection tools from the families of different SES in Algeria; social networking usage patterns were also quantitatively measured by coded questionnaires and a qualitative approach was employed to explore the family dynamics and modes of communication. Results & Discussion: This study revealed bi-directional relationship between SNS and family connectedness ; and, the following are the majority observation : Nevertheless, some families had lesser amounts of direct confrontation and roadside fights. The findings are elaborated in regard to theoretical frameworks. Research Implications: This research emphasizes on family therapy, counseling and education, and use of internet by families. It prescribes SNS usage as a means for a healthy functioning of families. Originality/Value: This work aims at giving a cultural angle to the effects of social networking sites (SNS) on family integration in Algeria while serving to substantiate the prior research on digitisation counterpoint in the area of relationship communication.

Design and verification of monitoring system of DC microgrid based on Ethernet communication

AbstractReal‐time acquisition of microgrid (MG) operation data and remote control play a crucial role in the safe and stable operation of MG. A design scheme of monitoring system is proposed for the wind/photovoltaic/energy storage islanded direct current MG. The core controllers used in direct current MG system are programmable logic controller and digital signal processor. The monitoring system mainly adopts Ethernet communication, together with serial port communication mode Recommend Standard 232 (RS232) and Recommended Standard 485 (RS485) communication modes. A heterogeneous networking is built with controllers and data display instruments. Different monitoring interfaces are designed, the important information can be real‐time detected, collected and displayed. The multi‐energy and multi‐load dispatching operation control are realized according to scheduling operation plan. The parameters of the inverter can be adjusted, and the output voltage waveform and sinusoidal pulse width modulation waveform of the inverter can be measured. The communication of the proposed monitoring system is reliable, flexible and expandable, and easy to realize remote operation control. Moreover, the detection and control functions can be extended further. Through experiments, the effective control and monitoring of the designed monitoring system is verified, and the intelligent management is realized.

Multimodal Representations of the American Dream Theme: A Comparative Analysis of The Great Gatsby in Film and Novel

This research analyzes the film adaptation of The Great Gatsby and its written text. It aims to examine the film adaptation through the perspective of multimodal analysis to determine how it expands or contracts the viewersꞌ comprehension of the complex themes and characters from the source material. Another goal is to determine the effect of the use of multimodal elements in the film on viewersꞌ engagement compared to the capacity of text to achieve the same function. According to this research hypothesis, the film adaptation of The Great Gatsby relies heavily on multimodal modes of communication to convey themes, character development, and emotions, influencing its viewers more than the textual descriptions do. Bateman and Schmidt's (2011) model, which includes paradigmatic and syntagmatic analysis, underpins the evaluation of the film. A thematic sample was selected for the multimodality analysis to compare the novel by F. Scott Fitzgerald to the film version directed by Baz Luhrmann in 2013, featuring Leonardo DiCaprio and Carey Mulligan. This research finds that the film adaptation presents a distinct interpretation of the American Dream compared to that of the novel. Fitzgerald's work conveys ideas through introspective narration and lush, descriptive language, allowing for a more nuanced and personal understanding of the American Dream.

Making my voice and owning its future

This article explores disabled experience and the future of technologies relating to augmentative and alternative communication (AAC). This field includes people’s use of AAC devices, typically in combination with other...

Study on the Changes of Family Intergenerational Communication Mode in China from the Perspective of Social Media

This study explored the influence of social media on the intergenerational communication mode of China family through various methods, and found that social media improved the convenience and diversity of communication and promoted the interaction of family members of different ages. It breaks the limitations of traditional communication methods, provides a variety of communication forms, makes information transmission more intuitive and fast, and strengthens family cohesion. The functions of social media, such as group chat and sharing, enable family members to keep in touch anytime and anywhere, especially among teenagers and young people. However, the popularity of social media has also brought about problems such as digital divide, privacy leakage and over-reliance on online communication. Therefore, family members need to improve their social media literacy and balance online and offline communication to promote healthy and harmonious family relationships. Generally speaking, the application of social media in China's families has changed the traditional communication mode and had a far-reaching impact on the development of family relations.

Intersectionality in Health Communication: How Health Communication Influences the Association Between Intersectional Discrimination and Health Information Seeking

With an intersectional orientation, we examine associations between discrimination, health communication, and information-seeking intention about HIV prevention in the context of pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) among cisgender women through an online survey (N = 341). We elaborate on the idea that intersectional discrimination is a social determinant of health by considering the context with differing power relations—day-to-day life and the healthcare field—based on Bourdieu’s field theory, and explore moderating roles of health communication in this relationship according to the structural influence model of communication (SIM). The relationships between intersectional discrimination and intention show different patterns by the context in which intersectional experiences are considered, and the relationships are moderated differently by the mode of health communication. We discuss how to conduct intersectionality-informed health communication research without sacrificing intersectionality’s foundational foci.

Mental health services for the deaf: an exploratory study of the aetiology, sources of information, and access to mental health services among deaf persons in Ghana.

The global burden of mental health disorders is on the increase, which has contributed to discussions on mitigation strategies. While mental health discourses in respect of access to services are still ongoing, there is limited focus on vulnerable groups. Deaf persons are at risk of exclusion from health services due to their unique modes of communication. In order to advocate for the inclusion of deaf persons in mental health services, there is a need for a study eliciting information on their knowledge about mental health and accessibility to services. The study was guided by a mixed-methods design and a two-phase data collection. In phase one, a questionnaire was distributed to 284 deaf persons to gather information on their knowledge of mental health conditions, causes, sources of information, and accessibility of services. Frequencies were used to report the trends identified in the data. Following this, an interview guide was designed based on the trends identified in the first phase to develop an in-depth insight into the experiences of deaf persons (n = 40) in respect of awareness and accessibility to mental health services. The results showed convergences and divergence between the qualitative and quantitative data. For instance, they were convergences between both datasets relative to knowledge on and causes of mental health conditions. The study highlights the need for health policymakers to leverage the information gathered on the study participants' knowledge to develop appropriate mental health training programmes for deaf persons.

Communication Prototype for Post-Stroke Patients Using Electrooculography (EOG)

Background this prototype is intended for post-stroke patients experiencing disabilities in their daily activities, particularly in communication with others. The challenge they face is difficulty in communication, leading to a diminished quality of life for post-stroke patients. The purpose of innovating this communication aid prototype is to facilitate communication between post-stroke patients and caregivers. The method employed in the post-stroke communication aid prototype utilizes Electrooculography (EOG) signals generated from eye muscle movements during eye gazes, captured by the MaM Sense sensor. The variation in Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC) values in the MaM Sense sensor is exploited to produce various forms of EOG signals. The resultant command signals from this method are processed by a microcontroller and displayed on a 20 x 4 Character LCD. Testing was conducted on 9 healthy individuals, comprising 5 males and 4 females. To ensure the prototype's functionality, testing was also performed on 1 post-stroke patient. The success rate of MaM Sense sensor readings was 80.5% for the 4 communication modes employed, involving 4 eye gaze movements: right gaze, left gaze, upward gaze, and downward gaze. Thus, the post-stroke communication aid prototype proves effective in assisting communication for post-stroke patients and aiding caregivers in understanding the patients' desires. In the future, a wireless system may be implemented for the acquisition of EOG signals attached to the face to minimize the use of cables.

Effects of communication mode on EFL learners’ engagement and request learning

This study examines how different communication modes (two kinds of computer-mediated communication and face-to-face mode) influence EFL learners’ engagement during a collaborative writing task and its impact on subsequent request learning outcomes, measured by sociopragmatic and pragmalinguistic competence. Ninety-six high school English learners were assigned to groups for text-based chat, audio chat, and face-to-face interactions to complete a collaborative writing task in pairs. Two versions of the Written Discourse Completion Test (WDCT) were employed as pre-tests and post-tests to assess and compare the learning outcomes in request-making across the three groups. Cognitive and social engagement of learners were assessed by using multiple measures derived from chat logs and recordings, while a post-task questionnaire was utilized to gauge emotional engagement during the task. The results indicated that learners in the face-to-face and audio-chat conditions demonstrated higher levels of cognitive engagement compared to the text-chat group. The text-chat group reported fewer instances of negative emotions. In terms of request learning outcomes, all groups showed an increase in sociolinguistic appropriateness; however, no significant differences were found in overall pragmalinguistic competence. Social and emotional engagement significantly correlated with sociopragmatic improvement in the audio-chat mode, yet these indicators did not demonstrate significant predictive power.

Icelandic in late modernity: On language policy discourses, stylistic variation, and the fate of purism and standard language ideology

Abstract Social changes in late modernity have implications for the ways in which variation in Icelandic language use comes to be associated with different modes of communication, and for the labelling of forms in terms of “correctness” or “purity”. While a conception of “standard” still seems to prevail, there is continual transition as regards which particular linguistic traits and practices serve as manifestations of “standard language use”. A diachronic look at official language policies shows a gradual shift away from an ideal of preserving the traditional forms of Icelandic. A change took place around the turn of the millennium, with increased focus on domains of language use and the status of Icelandic as the national language. Currently, language-political discourses yet again suggest a broadened focus so that “the language” is being complemented by “the speakers” with an emphasis on human rights. Conflicts have emerged between the well-established “language-oriented” prescriptive practices, and the more recent “speaker-oriented” language planning efforts. But still the role of Icelandic as a national language and historical treasure seems to prevail, and in both camps, there are concerns that foreign languages pose a threat to Icelandic.

Coping with cancer: An exploration of patient temperament, intrinsic motivation, and personal epistemology as clues to preferred modes of coping and prognostic communication

Coping with cancer: An exploration of patient temperament, intrinsic motivation, and personal epistemology as clues to preferred modes of coping and prognostic communication

NNT and NNH: statistics and stochastics in the evaluation of added therapeutic value

Any pharmacological, invasive, surgical health intervention should have an added therapeutic value as well as the requirements of quality, safety, efficacy, to be considered as a medical device based on scientific evidence and of clinical utility for the patient. The intervention should be shared between the doctor and the patient who should have rigorous but simple tools to decide on the best therapy to undertake. Assessment of relative risk reduction is commonly used in the scientific literature to quantify both statistical and clinical significance. The reduction of the relative risk is independent of the baseline risk and is useful for comparing the results of trials conducted on populations at different risk levels. A biased reading of relative risk reduction can be used to emphasize the magnitude of the benefit for market innovation. The absolute risk reduction, on the other hand, is proportional to the magnitude of the baseline risk and is a more useful parameter for physicians and patients to understand the extent of benefit and harm, especially if the parameter is expressed in terms of the number needed to treat (NNT) or to harm (NNH). The mode of scientific communication is important for doctors' choices and patients' trust. Even true data can be fake in communication and perception by resorting to verbose paraphrases. Presenting the results of clinical trials in stochastic as well as statistical terms is useful for doctors and patients to verify whether it is worth practicing a certain treatment whose success sometimes has the probability of winning the lottery, also considering side effects and adverse events. One of the most important challenges in precision medicine will be understanding the relationship between probability and randomness.

A Computational Study on the Activation of Neural Transmission in Deep Brain Stimulation.

Deep brain stimulation (DBS) is an established treatment for neurodegenerative movement disorders such as Parkinson's disease that mitigates symptoms by overwriting pathological signals from the central nervous system to the motor system. Nearly all computational models of DBS, directly or indirectly, associate clinical improvements with the extent of fiber activation in the vicinity of the stimulating electrode. However, it is not clear how such activation modulates information transmission. Here, we use the exact cable equation for straight or curved axons and show that DBS segregates the signaling pathways into one of the three communicational modes: complete information blockage, uni-, and bi-directional transmission. Furthermore, all these modes respond to the stimulating pulse in an asynchronous but frequency-locked fashion. Asynchrony depends on the geometry of the axon, its placement and orientation, and the stimulation protocol. At the same time, the electrophysiology of the nerve determines frequency-locking. Such a trimodal response challenges the notion of activation as a binary state and studies that correlate it with the DBS outcome. Importantly, our work suggests that a mechanistic understanding of DBS action relies on distinguishing between these three modes of information transmission.

Emerging technologies and research ethics: Developing editorial policy using a scoping review and reference panel.

Emerging technologies and societal changes create new ethical concerns and greater need for cross-disciplinary and cross-stakeholder communication on navigating ethics in research. Scholarly articles are the primary mode of communication for researchers, however there are concerns regarding the expression of research ethics in these outputs. If not in these outputs, where should researchers and stakeholders learn about the ethical considerations of research? Drawing on a scoping review, analysis of policy in a specific disciplinary context (learning and technology), and reference group discussion, we address concerns regarding research ethics, in research involving emerging technologies through developing novel policy that aims to foster learning through the expression of ethical concepts in research. This paper develops new editorial policy for expression of research ethics in scholarly outputs across disciplines. These guidelines, aimed at authors, reviewers, and editors, are underpinned by: a cross-disciplinary scoping review of existing policy and adherence to these policies;a review of emerging policies, and policies in a specific discipline (learning and technology); and,a collective drafting process undertaken by a reference group of journal editors (the authors of this paper). Analysis arising from the scoping review indicates gaps in policy across a wide range of journals (54% have no statement regarding reporting of research ethics), and adherence (51% of papers reviewed did not refer to ethics considerations). Analysis of emerging and discipline-specific policies highlights gaps. Our collective policy development process develops novel materials suitable for cross-disciplinary transfer, to address specific issues of research involving AI, and broader challenges of emerging technologies.

Communication barriers to optimal access to emergency rooms according to deaf and hard-of-hearing patients and health care workers: A mixed-methods study.

This study aimed to identify communication barriers between health care workers (HCWs) and deaf and hard-of-hearing (DHH) patients. Both perspectives are offered to provide a comprehensive understanding. Two consecutive studies were conducted from 2018 to 2021. Study 1 comprised mixed methods, employing a cross-sectional survey (n = 288) and in-depth interviews (n = 9) with DHH participants, utilizing accessible tools including sign language. Study 2 involved a cross-sectional survey of health care emergency workers without hearing loss (N = 391). The perceived self-efficacy of DHH patients, and not their hearing loss, was linked with their ability to communicate independently with HCWs. No significant differences in successful communication with these providers were found vis-à-vis mode of communication utilized (sign language, writing, interpreter, etc.). In the qualitative findings, DHH patients noted two urgent care barriers: HCWs' communication unfamiliarity and patients' communication accessibility issues. Quantitative findings indicated a main barrier: difficulties in communicating with HCWs in general (57%) and specifically in the emergency room (ER; 65%). Only 28.8% reported being able to independently communicate with ER staff. Health care providers were not familiar with effective communication strategies when treating these patients. Respondents indicating that communication was not a barrier to care were mainly administrative staff (54.55%), compared to nurses (32.74%) and physicians (22.58%). Communication solutions are needed to improve access to health services, especially in emergencies. Providing medical staff training on effective communication strategies with these patients could simplify interactions and reduce the reliance on hearing family members, potentially improving medical care. Implementing a communication policy for frontline staff, along with the use of visual aids, is crucial. Health care professionals may not realize that small changes can greatly improve communication with DHH patients.

Multimodality of political digital discourse on Twitter social media

As a communication tool, social media has linguistic aspects ranging from letters to discourse, so it is important to be researched from a linguistic scientific point of view to find its meaning. This research aims to identify, elaborate, and analyze digital discourse on Twitter social media related to political elements. This research is based on the multimodal meaning related to communication modes in the form of signs such as writing, images, photos, videos, and other forms that have visual meaning in finding meaning in a communication in twitter posts. The method of this research is qualitative descriptive. The research data is in the form of posts on Twitter accounts that contain political elements. The data analysis technique in this study goes through the reduction and classification stage based on the use of communication modes in digital political discourse. Data collection techniques are carried out by documenting, listening, and taking notes. The results of the research are in the form of identification and explanation of how multimodal has meaning and meaning in digital political discourse on Twitter social media and the contribution of semiotic fashion in the form of writings, images, photos, videos, and other forms that have visual meaning in digital political discourse on Twitter social media as relevance regarding the views of the interests of discourse producers, digital discourse makers with certain semiotic modes to realize discourse, and interests aimed at the creation of political digital discourses such as identity politics, politics of struggle, and power politics.

Hoxa5 alleviates adipose tissue metabolic distortions in high-fat diet mice associated with a reduction in MERC

BackgroundMitochondria-endoplasmic reticulum membrane contact (MERC) is an important mode of intercellular organelle communication and plays a crucial role in adipose tissue metabolism. Functionality of Hoxa5 is an important transcription factor involved in adipose tissue fate determination and metabolic regulation, but the relationship between Hoxa5 and MERC is not well understood.ResultsIn our study, we established an obesity model mouse by high-fat diet (HFD), induced the alteration of Hoxa5 expression by adenoviral transfection, and explored the effect of Hoxa5 on MERC dysfunction and metabolic distortions of adipose tissue with the help of transmission electron microscopy, calcium ion probe staining, and other detection means. The results showed Hoxa5 was able to reduce MERC production, alleviate endoplasmic reticulum stress (ERS) and calcium over-transport, and affect cGAS-STING-mediated innate immune response affecting adipose tissue energy metabolism, as well as affect the AKT-IP3R pathway to alleviate insulin resistance and ameliorate metabolic distortions in adipose tissue of mice.ConclusionsOur results suggest that Hoxa5 can ameliorate high-fat diet-induced MERC overproduction and related functional abnormalities, in which finding is expected to provide new ideas for the improvement of obesity-related metabolic distortions.

The distinctions between Chinese and Western literature

In today’s globalization, the communication between Chinese and western literature is becoming more and more frequent, and the influence between them is also deepening. However, although mixed in some aspects, Chinese and Western literature still maintains its own characteristics and charm. Through the discussion of the differences between Chinese and Western literature, we can better understand the diversity of different cultures, promote cross-cultural dialogue and understanding, and enrich the spiritual world of human beings. This paper discusses the differences between Chinese and Western literature in various aspects, including communication mode, communication medium, development time, cycle, content and core ideas. Through the combination of historical events and objective development laws, this paper explores the influence of literature on economic and political development. This paper discusses in detail the relationship between literature and national and social development and how various social factors affect literature development, both of which restrict each other and cooperate with each other.

The affordances of plurilingual speaking games for recognizing, using, and developing plurilingual competences of children and pre-service teachers

ABSTRACT Games have long been a common activity integrated by teachers in many language learning classrooms worldwide. The change in focus from the “four skills” of speaking, listening, writing, and reading to “four modes of communication”: “reception,” “interaction,” “production,” and “mediation” in the Common European Framework Companion (2018) means that teachers need to incorporate Mediation language activities, such as translation or interpretation, that fit with this shift. This study explores the perceived affordances of playing plurilingual, speaking games for children and pre-service teachers (PSTs) in a joint university-primary school project in Spain. The project aimed to support the development of plurilingual and intercultural competence of 21 pre-service teachers and 23 children. Using a case study approach, incorporating thematic analysis, teachers’ written reflections are analyzed. Findings highlight that the games afforded the learning of languages using and awareness of languages; making children’s multiple languages “visible”; boosting enjoyment, collaboration, motivation, and risk-taking which facilitated a change in children’s social roles to “teacher.” Affordances for pre-service teachers included developing pedagogical know-how for working in a multilingual classroom and awareness of children’s linguistic repertoires. Considerations for game design and research are presented.