Narrative Method Research Articles

Anti-price-gouging law is neither good nor bad in itself: a proposal of narrative numeric method for transdisciplinary social discourses

Multiple authorities have introduced an anti-price-gouging law to prevent sellers from raising prices higher than what is considered reasonable. Effectiveness of the law has been heatedly debated in various disciplines such as economics, ethics and politics. In this article, we investigate its effectiveness by developing a model that simulates a post-earthquake situation and apply the model to San Francisco, CA, USA. The model accounts for various competing forces, i.e. post-disaster increase in production cost and demands, assets damage, donation and hoarding. Thereby, it returns multiple decision metrics, i.e. unfulfilled needs in basic goods, repair periods and well-being loss caused by insufficient supplies and increased prices. The result shows that the optimal level of a price cap depends on a decision metric and local conditions. This indicates that the problem does not have a single optimal decision, but rather a compromise needs to be made between conflicting decision metrics. Generalising this observation, we propose a narrative numeric (NN) method as a new social discourse method. The objective of the NN method does not lie in concluding the most truthful argument, but rather in identifying a decision scenario that yields an agreeable compromise to (hopefully) all stakeholder groups.

Penegakan Hukum terhadap Peraturan Daerah Nomor 6 Tahun 2012 Tentang Pengelolaan Sampah dan Sanksi Hukum Serta Kendalanya Di Kota Semarang

Waste, as a byproduct of human activities or natural processes, poses a serious issue due to its substantial and challenging quantity. Problems include waste piles in urban areas and a lack of waste disposal areas around street vendors. This research, titled "Law Enforcement on Regional Regulation No. 6 of 2012 Regarding Waste Management and Legal Sanctions and Challenges in Semarang City," aims to elucidate how the law is applied concerning waste management in Semarang City. This non-doctrinal study employs a normative-empirical juridical approach with a qualitative method. The research is conducted at the Environmental Agency of Semarang City, with primary data sources consisting of interviews with stakeholders from the Waste Management Department and secondary data from legal materials. Data analysis utilizes a qualitative narrative method. Research findings indicate that law enforcement related to Regional Regulation No. 6 of 2012 in Semarang City has been implemented by the local government in accordance with existing provisions. However, deficiencies in community participation persist, such as the habit of improper waste disposal and inadequate waste bin provision. This is attributed to the cultural norm of indiscriminate waste disposal that has become prevalent in society. Additionally, public understanding of "Regional Regulation No. 6 of 2012" regarding Waste Management remains insufficient, particularly regarding the legal penalties for violating the provisions of the regulation.

Problem-solving Ability of Fifth-graders in Mathematical Word Problem

This study aims to analyze the students’ problem-solving skills in solving the daily problems that deal with the operations of fractions. This research was conducted at a State Elementary School in Bandung City, West Java Province, Indonesia. The research method used was a qualitative approach with a narrative case study method. The participants in this study were 36 students of grade V. Data were collected from student test results, interviews, results between students and teachers. Data analysis was performed using interpretational analysis. The results show that the fifth-grade still have difficulty in understanding the problems. Other interesting findings were: (1) Some students still do not understand the rules or how to change mixed numbers into ordinary fractions or vice versa. (2) Some students still do not understand how to design and implement solving strategies. (3) Some students still do not understand the concepts and procedures of counting operations, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. (4) Some students do not conclude the final result from the answer to the story problem (5). Some students do not validate the question of the story problem, she/he just give answers to mathematical solutions.
 Keywords: problem-solving ability, mathematical word

Conveying Love For Animals To Children Through Animated Cartoons: Niloya

In this study, the animated cartoon series "Niloya," which is broadcast on the children's television channel TRT Çocuk and targets preschool and school-aged children, is examined. Animals hold an important place in the world of children, just as humans and nature do. Therefore, depicting animals in animated cartoons makes them significant for children's education. The role of animated cartoons in conveying values to children is an undeniable fact. This study investigates the teaching of love for animals to children and traces the relationship between humans and animals through the Niloya animated cartoon series. For this purpose, 37 episodes of the cartoon were selected using purposive sampling technique and analyzed through narrative analysis method. As a result of the study, scenes depicting friendship between humans and animals were frequently observed in the examined episodes. Topics such as the necessity of extending a helping hand to animals living in need, the social and emotional benefits of pet ownership for children, the sense of getting to know and exploring new animals, and the importance of not harming animals were addressed in the atmosphere of the animated cartoon. Throughout all the analyzed episodes, expressions of love for animals, cooperation, friendship, spending time with them, playing with them, and human support towards animals were evident.

The Application of ChatGPT in Medicine: A Scoping Review and Bibliometric Analysis.

ChatGPT has a wide range of applications in the medical field. Therefore, this review aims to define the key issues and provide a comprehensive view of the literature based on the application of ChatGPT in medicine. This scope follows Arksey and O'Malley's five-stage framework. A comprehensive literature search of publications (30 November 2022 to 16 August 2023) was conducted. Six databases were searched and relevant references were systematically catalogued. Attention was focused on the general characteristics of the articles, their fields of application, and the advantages and disadvantages of using ChatGPT. Descriptive statistics and narrative synthesis methods were used for data analysis. Of the 3426 studies, 247 met the criteria for inclusion in this review. The majority of articles (31.17%) were from the United States. Editorials (43.32%) ranked first, followed by experimental studys (11.74%). The potential applications of ChatGPT in medicine are varied, with the largest number of studies (45.75%) exploring clinical practice, including assisting with clinical decision support and providing disease information and medical advice. This was followed by medical education (27.13%) and scientific research (16.19%). Particularly noteworthy in the discipline statistics were radiology, surgery and dentistry at the top of the list. However, ChatGPT in medicine also faces issues of data privacy, inaccuracy and plagiarism. The application of ChatGPT in medicine focuses on different disciplines and general application scenarios. ChatGPT has a paradoxical nature: it offers significant advantages, but at the same time raises great concerns about its application in healthcare settings. Therefore, it is imperative to develop theoretical frameworks that not only address its widespread use in healthcare but also facilitate a comprehensive assessment. In addition, these frameworks should contribute to the development of strict and effective guidelines and regulatory measures.

Digital activism about gay fatherhood on Instagram: male homoparenting in the picture.

In contemporary Brazil, the number of male fathers taking care of their sons and daughters and the initiatives to produce content about fatherhood on Instagram have been significant. This article aims to analyze the concepts that support the digital activism of homoparenting on Instagram, based on gender studies with men. To this end, a qualitative study was conducted using the life narrative method in a digital environment. The results were analyzed and divided into the following sections: parenting project, personal experience of fatherhood, articulation with LGBT political agenda when parenthood becomes a "business", and haters, criticism, and adverse reactions. It was concluded that the reflection on the experience of fatherhood/masculinity itself is crossed by the social marker of the difference in sexual orientation and the activism for rights that sustain content production. Thus, the uniqueness of each fatherhood is highlighted since the fact of being gay constructs the fatherhood experience for each man. Despite the initiatives brought forth in this study, changes are still in progress, as rights activism coexists with the advancement of conservative forces, which limit the expressions of sexual and gender otherness.

Modifying Conventional Psychiatric Practice to Serve Indigenous People

IntroductionPsychiatry has historically underserved Indigenous people. Earlier, cross-cultural psychiatry assumed that psychiatric disorders were universal and varied little across cultures. We must acknowledge their different views of mind and mental health.ObjectivesIn our auto-ethnographic approach, we introduce or re-introduce participants to cultural beliefs, values, and methods for treating addictions, including narrative methods (storytelling), which receive greater acceptance by indigenous and marginalized peoples. Indigenous philosophy states that we see the world using the stories we have absorbed or constructed to explain our perceptions. Using substances is a story that is connected to poverty and adverse childhood events.MethodsWe create new stories to develop a sense of agency, that one’s actions can make a difference in one’s life. We present our experiences and findings from providing psychiatric and addiction services in rural and remote Indigenous settings in Canada (Saskatchewan and Northern Ontario) and in Maine (USA). We present data on a modified approach to psychiatric evaluations and services that emphasizes Indigenous values and begins with a life story interview that determines positive aspects of the client’s history and problem areas and engages the client in therapy from the beginning of the evaluation.ResultsWe will demonstrate how this process changes the process of the psychiatric interview, engages Indigenous clients, and results in better outcomes. We discuss how psychotherapy must change to engage Indigenous clients and to be effective with addictions. She will present data on this area. We present the lessons learned and the results of using this approach with a tribal population in Maine. Some key concepts include (1) reframing the person’s self-story about being addicted within a threat-power-meaning network, (2) working with stories about the spirit of the addiction and the consequences of ingesting spirit-laden substances without knowing their songs and protocols, (3) constructing future-self-narratives that explore right relationships and meaningful conduct, (4) constructing stories about the intergenerational transmission of addictions and exploring the question of “whom will be the recipient of your addiction?” We understood that the client sets their goals and defines what recovery means for them, which is the heart of a harm reduction approach.ConclusionsIndigenous cultures across the world are different but share some similarities including a highly relational approach to defining the self, a collectivist mindset in which the needs of the group can supersede the needs of the individual, a reliance upon stories for transmission of knowledge and culture, and a commitment to a biopsychosocial and spiritual approach, which is often symbolized by the metaphor of the Four Cardinal Directions.Disclosure of InterestNone Declared

Gambaran Prinsip Good Governance dalam Kebijakan Gerakan Masyarakat Hidup Sehat

The presence of comorbid diseases has become a crucial concern in confronting the COVID-19 pandemic, underscoring the need for the implementation of GERMAS (Healthy Living Movement) policy as a preventive measure initiated by the government. GERMAS aims to control the increase in non-communicable disease cases, which have the potential to disrupt human resources and productivity, as well as negatively impact social and economic development. In its implementation, GERMAS must adhere to the principles of Good Governance to ensure transparency, community participation, accountability, effectiveness, efficiency, responsiveness, and consensus. This research aims to analyze Transparency, Participation, Accountability, Effectiveness and Efficiency, Responsiveness, and Consensus. This research employs a qualitative approach with a narrative method and in-depth interviews with 12 informants. While GERMAS has been implemented since the President's directive in 2017, there are still several challenges in enhancing its effectiveness. Analysis of Good Governance principles highlights issues such as lack of community participation, low transparency and inter-agency coordination, and insufficient attention to inactive GERMAS forums. Further research is needed to deepen understanding of GERMAS implementation in Kutai Barat, focusing on aspects such as inter-sectoral communication, community participation, and enhancement of accountability of relevant agencies. Concrete steps such as comprehensive performance audits and increased social media outreach can help improve policy implementation.

Analysis of the Implementation of Islamic Boarding School Accounting in Preparing and Presenting Financial Reports at Tarbiyah Takalar Islamic Boarding School Middle School

The aim of this research is a descriptive qualitative type of research with the aim of finding out the analysis of the implementation of Islamic boarding school accounting in the preparation and presentation of financial reports at the Tarbiyah Takalar Islamic Boarding School Middle School. This sample was taken from Tarbiyah Takalar Islamic Boarding School Middle School. The type of data used in this research is descriptive qualitative data obtained from interviews related to the problem under study. Data collection was carried out by interviews, observation and documentation. In this research, the data sources used in data collection include primary data and secondary data. The research instrument used in this research uses narrative methods, data reduction, data presentation and drawing conclusions. Based on the results of data research using interviews regarding the analysis of the implementation of Islamic boarding school accounting in the preparation and presentation of financial reports at Tarbiyah Takalar Islamic Boarding School Middle School which has been discussed in the previous chapter, the author draws an important conclusion, namely that the financial reports of Tarbiyah Takalar Islamic Boarding School Middle School are not in accordance with Islamic boarding school accounting guidelines. have not identified the assets, liabilities and net assets owned by the Islamic boarding school and the preparation and presentation of the financial reports of the Tarbiyah Takalar Islamic Boarding School are not in accordance with ISAK 35.

사립 특수학교 교사로서의 삶에 대한 내러티브 탐구

This study set out to understand the meaning of the lives and experiences of special educators working in private special school spaces. To this end, three special educators with close relationships to the researcher in the private special school space were selected as study participants. These three special educators had lived through different experiences with personal lived knowledge within the changes and culture of private special school employment. In order to explore the experiences and life stories of the participants in this study, the research was conducted as a narrative inquiry method that explored the three-dimensional space of the changes in teacher recruitment (temporality), the private special school, Hannam School (spatiality), and the sociocultural roles and perceptions of private special schools and the unique organizational culture of private special schools (sociality). The research process consisted of organizing field texts as life stories, and the researcher reconstructed them through retelling to understand how special education teachers who have lived in private special schools experience changes in self-esteem and self-perception. This exploratory process revealed that the experience of being a private special school teacher was shaped by multiple dimensions of time and space. This meant that the participants’ experiences as private special school teachers were shaped by the temporality of their past, resent, and future, as well as by their internal and external perceptions and cultural differences. The research participants used the metaphor of a “well” to represent these experiences, and they drew their own experiences from the “well” space. The construction of these experiences provides an understanding of the lives and experiences of teachers in private special schools and allows us to rethink the changes and developments in private special schools in the field of special education. In addition, it was an opportunity for special education teachers working in private special schools to consolidate their role of ownership in the field and gain momentum for new challenges.

Narrative and Space: Reconstruction of Heritage Network for South Guangdong Ancient Post Road

The ancient post road in Southern Guangdong is a channel of communication inside and outside Lingnan in different historical periods. It is also known as a corridor of population migration, a channel of commodity exchange and an ancient road of civilization and culture. In view of the limitations of focusing on space while ignoring narrative in the previous research of ancient post road, the analysis method of narrative spatial structure was introduced herein. Based on the four main functions of the ancient post road in Southern Guangdong, including postal exchange, military war, commerce and trade, and official travel, the holistic and systematic narrative space study of the ancient post road in Southern Guangdong was carried out in order to construct a relatively complete narrative space structure of the heritage corridor network. Research showed that the four functional narrative points all rely on corridors. Its spatial structure took Guangzhou as the main core, with Leizhou and Yangjiang in western Guangdong and Chaozhou in eastern Guangdong as the sub-core. A waterway-based land as the auxiliary network system was formed; The post road shifted from the original military function to the economic function, experienced the internal communication with the Central Plains to the coastal areas, and then to the world through the Maritime Silk Road. It became the epitome of the historical development process of Lingnan region. The narrative spatial structure analysis method can deeply explore the historical characteristics and cultural connotation of the heritage corridor, and promote the overall cognition of the post road. The analysis results have certain guiding significance for the construction and protection of the heritage corridor network of the ancient post road in Southern Guangdong. It can also provide a reference for other scholars to carry out the research on similar heritage corridors.

Effectiveness and implementation of lower-intensity weight management interventions delivered by the non-specialist workforce in postnatal women: a mixed-methods systematic review.

Lower-intensity interventions delivered in primary and community care contacts could provide more equitable and scalable weight management support for postnatal women. This mixed-methods systematic review aimed to explore the effectiveness, implementation, and experiences of lower-intensity weight management support delivered by the non-specialist workforce. We included quantitative and qualitative studies of any design that evaluated a lower-intensity weight management intervention delivered by non-specialist workforce in women up to 5 years post-natal, and where intervention effectiveness (weight-related and/or behavioural outcomes), implementation and/or acceptability were reported. PRISMA guidelines were followed, and the review was prospectively registered on PROSPERO (CRD42022371828). Nine electronic databases were searched to identify literature published between database inception to January 2023. This was supplemented with grey literature searches and citation chaining for all included studies and related reviews (completed June 2023). Screening, data extraction and risk of bias assessments were performed in duplicate. Risk of bias was assessed using the Joanna Briggs Institute appraisal tools. Narrative methods were used to synthesise outcomes. Seven unique studies described in 11 reports were included from the Netherlands (n = 2), and the United Kingdom, Germany, Taiwan, Finland, and the United States (n = 1 each). All studies reported weight-related outcomes; four reported diet; four reported physical activity; four reported intervention implementation and process outcomes; and two reported intervention acceptability and experiences. The longest follow-up was 13-months postnatal. Interventions had mixed effects on weight-related outcomes: three studies reported greater weight reduction and/or lower postnatal weight retention in the intervention group, whereas four found no difference or mixed effects. Most studies reporting physical activity or diet outcomes showed no intervention effect, or mixed effects. Interventions were generally perceived as acceptable by women and care providers, although providers had concerns about translation into routine practice. The main limitations of the review were the limited volume of evidence available, and significant heterogeneity in interventions and outcome reporting which limited meaningful comparisons across studies. There is a need for more intervention studies, including process evaluations, with longer follow-up in the postnatal period to understand the role of primary and community care in supporting women's weight management. Public Health Wales was the primary funder of this review.

Analysis of Writing Styles in Bi Al-Ma'tsur's Tafsir Books

Tafsir Bi Al-Ma'tsur is explaining the meaning of the verses of the Qur'an with verses from the Qur'an or authentic Sunnah verses or the words of the companions of R.A. While the words narrated from the Tabi'in, some people classify them as al-ma'tsur on the grounds that the Tabi'in narrated from friends who studied with them, they also belong to the group of Salaf whose good words and interpretations adorn tafsir books such as the book of Ibn Jarir al- tabary and anyone who follows his method. Tafsir Bi Al-Ma'tsur existed during the time of the Companions, which was carried out by quoting interpretations from Rasulullah SAW, or from the Companions by the Companions, as well as from the Companions by the Tabi'in with a clear method of narration, this method is usually done orally. After that there was a period where the interpreters used the exegesis of the Companions' time which had been recorded and codified. At first this codification was included in the hadith books, but after tafsir became a separate scientific discipline, books were written and published specifically containing the Tafsir of Bi Al-Ma. 'tsur complete with sanad lines to the prophet Muhammad SAW, his companions, tabi'in al tabi'in.

Kajian Literatur Pemanfaatan Teknologi Artificial Intelligence untuk Meningkatkan Keterampilan Abad 21 Siswa dalam Pembelajaran Kimia

Current technological developments provide many changes, especially in the field of education. The development of technology requires humans to be able to adapt to life in this era. One of them is by utilizing artificial intelligence (AI) in chemistry learning to open the way to a new era in chemistry education. Literature review was carried out using the narrative literature review method to identify the role of AI in chemistry learning in improving 21st century skills. The application of AI in chemistry learning not only has a positive impact on 21st century skills, but also changes the way students interact with chemistry concepts and opens up new opportunities for students to understand chemistry concepts in more depth through enhanced learning media, interactive simulations, and predictions accurate. The application of AI has been widely applied in chemistry learning and has shown positive results in improving 21st century skills.

Dancing with Falsification: The Dynamic of Chemistry Atomistic Theories Across Centuries

This research aimed to explore the contribution of the falsification process to the progress of science in the field of atomic theory. The analysis focused on the history of atomic development and how this theory underwent a process of falsification. This research was qualitative research using a literature study with a narrative review method. The results showed that the development of a theory, including the theory of atoms, has undergone many improvements. Falsification is an essential aspect of scientific progress, especially in atomic theory, involving testing the theory through experimentation and observation to determine accuracy. In the development of atomic theory, falsification played a key role, as in Dalton's atomic theory. Although revolutionary, subsequent experiments revealed subatomic particles, resulting in the falsification of Dalton's ideas and the emergence of a more complex understanding of atomic structure. The evolution of atomic theory shows that scientific knowledge is dynamic, continuing to develop through falsification. New evidence continues to refine ideas, ensuring scientific knowledge accurately reflects the natural world. The scientific method emphasizes openness to falsification, stating that theories must be testable and can be replaced when significant evidence refutes the theory. This openness is the basis for scientific progress and a deeper understanding of the universe.

Analyzing the Role of Social Workers in Supporting People Living With HIV in New York City During the 1990s

Social workers play a crucial role in empowering people living with HIV (PLHIV) and their family members. This qualitative study aimed to reflect social workers’ experiences working with PLHIV in New York City in the 1990s. Using a qualitative narrative inquiry method and convenience sampling technique, two social workers who experienced working with PLHIV in New York City in the 1990s were interviewed for this study. Findings revealed that since the beginning of the epidemic, social workers have played crucial roles in providing a range of psychosocial services for PLHIV, including individual therapy and support groups. Furthermore, social workers acted as advocates who demanded social rights and social justice for the HIV population. Finally, social workers, in the early discovery of HIV, collaborated with the community of PLHIV to establish some of the early nonprofit organizations to overcome the structural barriers, including gender inequity and stigma, for PLHIV to live well.

Unpacking Smart Campus Assessment: Developing a Framework via Narrative Literature Review

The emergence of the smart campus approach for university campuses addresses the digital transformation needs of higher education institutions, driven by the increasing capability and popularity of digital technologies like artificial intelligence and the internet of things. While existing research has laid a foundation for conceptualizing smart campuses and developing implementation frameworks, a significant gap remains in understanding how to assess a university campus’s ‘smartness’ effectively. The lack of a robust assessment framework makes it challenging to gauge the effectiveness of smart campus initiatives and identify areas for improvement. This study aims to bridge this research gap by identifying key indicators for evaluating the ‘smartness’ of university campuses. Using a narrative literature review method, the study comprehensively reviews the recent literature on smart campuses, organizational management, and societal applications, focusing on identifying pertinent indicators. By incorporating insights from different domains, the study presents a holistic understanding of the indicators necessary for assessing the ‘smartness’ of university campuses through the proposed smart campus assessment framework. The framework and the insights generated inform researchers and decision-makers in assessing and monitoring the effectiveness of smart campuses.

On Some Aspects of the Activity of the Ussr State Arbitration in 1946–1953

For the Soviet Union, which won the Great Patriotic War and made a decisive contribution to the victory of the Allies in World War II, the post-war period was marked by the urgent need for a forced recovery of the economy suffering seriously as a result of significant human losses, the destruction of industrial enterprises, disruption in logistics links, the interruption of trade relations between various subjects of socialist economy. The State Arbitration of the USSR as a body with judicial and administrative functions became one of the state mechanisms to carry out the restoration process in the post-war Soviet economy. In this historical period the resolution of disputes between economic entities, as well as control over the execution of decisions on these disputes pursued the goal to ensure the smooth functioning and interaction of Soviet enterprises and institutions. Through the use of narrative, historical-comparative, chronological and statistical methods of historical research the article, based on a wide range of historical literature and archival sources introduced into scientific circulation for the first time, reveals an attempt to analyze the activities of the USSR State Arbitration in the period from 1946 to 1953, since during this period the activities of the body were directly related to restoration of the post-war Soviet economy. In order to identify the main activities of the USSR State Arbitration in the post-war period related to the restoration of the post-war Soviet economy, the paper pays great attention to the statistical data contained in archival sources. Noting the role of the USSR State Arbitration in the system of state authorities, with the activities aimed at the accelerated resolution of the economic tasks set, the article also reveals the work made to improve the State Arbitration’s own effectiveness. The article describes the historical situation in which State Arbitration had to function and develop after the Great Patriotic War.

Impact of Mobile and Web Health Apps on Pediatric Chronic Disease Management and Quality of Life: An Update Systematic Review

Mobile and web health applications have gained widespread usage worldwide for pediatric patients with chronic diseases, yet comprehensive research evaluating their impact remains limited. This research aims to determine the comprehensive impact of mobile and web health apps on pediatric chronic disease management and quality of life. Searches were performed on seven primary databases (Emerald Insight, Scopus, ScienceDirect, PubMed, ProQuest, Ebsco, and SpringerLink) from 2003 to 2023. The study followed the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses 2020 Statement guidelines. The quality study was conducted using JBI's critical appraisal tools. Descriptive and narrative analysis methods were used, and the findings were presented in text and tabular formats. Out of 1,840 articles reviewed, only 28 met the inclusion and exclusion criteria. The most identified outcomes in the study of mobile and web health apps on pediatric chronic disease management are psychological, cognitive, and behavioural outcomes and quality of life. However, biological markers seem to be the least evaluated outcome. Mobile and web health applications play a positive role in managing chronic diseases and enhancing the quality of life for pediatric patients. These applications offer a range of features, including symptom assessment, information dissemination, educational resources, caregiver communication, social support, and calendar reminders. Healthcare providers and caregivers should consider integrating these technologies into caring for children with chronic diseases. It can lead to improved outcomes and overall well-being.

The Ordinary Looks behind the Horrifying Screams: The Secrecies of Border Spirits in 20th Century Finnish Belief Narratives

This paper discusses the secrecies of border spirits within 20th century Finnish belief narratives. The aim is to explore how and in which contexts the imaginary aspects of border spirit narratives link to the idea of the “power of storytelling”. The following study touches on areas such as the suspension of the fantasy and sociopolitical aspects within the narratives. The folklore materials focus mainly on the Finnish heartland and partly on the national borders. Especially, narrative research methods were used to analyse what is heard and seen of the border spirits and what contexts these narratives involve. Moreover, the results touch on the dynamics of belief narratives without limiting them to the territorial aspects of borders. Hence, the study also explores interpretative bridges between folklore and border studies.