Findings Of Study Research Articles

Assessing Corruption in Times of Crisis: Empirical Evidence from Greece

<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-top: 12.0pt;"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-bidi-font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Cambria',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 宋体; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';">The goal of this paper is to provide an overall presentation of corruption as occupational fraud building on the findings of an empirical study conducted in Greece. As uncertainty leads to increased levels of corruption, Greece was chosen due to the prolonged period of uncertainty the county faces, caused by the 2010 financial crisis and followed by the Covid pandemic crisis. 400 questionnaires reviewing corruption perception were gathered and analyzed by gender, age, marital status, education level, position, occupation, and monthly income, as well as urban vs rural area of residence. The findings of the study were compared with and critically evaluated against those of the previous studies for Greece. Respondents in age group 36-49 believe that if appropriate measures are taken it is possible to tackle corruption in the public sector, in contrast to people aged 18-35 who disagree completely. Residents of rural areas do not consider corruption to be a serious problem and are more willing to whistleblowing (in contrast to residents of urban areas). The study findings have important practical implications in the context of designing effective corruption reduction policies.</span></p>

The Role of Administrative Judiciary in Confronting Electronic Corruption: A Study in Comparative Legislation for Sustainable Development Goals

Objective: The purpose of the article is to determine what role administrative proceedings play in combating electronic corruption for sustainable development goals. Theoretical Framework: By strengthening legal provisions, investing in technology and expertise, ensuring judicial independence, and fostering international collaboration, countries can enhance the effectiveness of their administrative judiciaries. Method: The research methodology involves the application of the TOPSIS method. To evaluate and rank the administrative judicial systems of Jordan, Egypt, and Turkey based on their effectiveness in confronting electronic corruption using the TOPSIS method. Results and Discussion: The results of modelling and evaluation are presented. The TOPSIS method provides a quantitative approach to evaluate the effectiveness of administrative judicial systems in confronting electronic corruption. By analyzing multiple criteria, policymakers can identify strengths and weaknesses within their systems and implement targeted reforms. Research Implications: These insights not only validate the study's findings but also provide a comprehensive understanding of the multifaceted strategies required to enhance the effectiveness of administrative judiciary systems in the digital age. Originality/Value: Need to note that electronic corruption is evolving rapidly; continuous updates to laws and practices are necessary. The analysis does not account for all socio-political nuances that may affect the judicial systems.

Integrating Artificial Intelligence for Enhanced Fault Detection in Power Transmission Systems: A Smart Grid Approach

Modern electrical systems rely heavily on sensors and relays for fault detection in three-phase transmission lines and distribution transformers. However, these devices often need more time complexity and are prone to false alarms (erroneous signals). The study was guided by the PRISMA guidelines and methodology. The study's objective was to compare the levels of accuracy of fault detection presented by different models studied between 2023 and 2024. The general objective was further divided into sub-objectives, which included determining types of faults in power transmission systems, examining fault detection machine-learning models in power transmission systems, and assessing levels of accuracy of fault detection techniques in power transmission systems. The study used a qualitative research design, which entailed a systematic literature review that involved identifying scholarly articles from respectable international journal websites that aligned with examining how the deep-learning model enhanced fault detection capabilities in a three-phase transmission line simulated dataset. The inclusion criteria were that the study used journals published between 2023 and 2024. The study also included journals that tested Artificial Intelligence systems' accuracy in fault detection in three-phase transmission lines and distribution transformers. The study excluded sources that were older than 2023. The sources of information were journals written by professionals and scholars in the field of Artificial intelligence and engineering. The sourced journals used simulated and real databases to test fault detection accuracy in three-phase transmission lines and distribution transformers. The source of data for review was obtained from the internet via Google search with various credible academic journal websites being searched by the researcher. A total of 12 sources were searched. To assess the risk of bias in the included studies, the researcher used the Robvis methods that visualized risk-of-bias during the inclusion criteria for sources used in the systematic review. The techniques used to present the findings were narratives, graphs, and tables. The method used to synthesize results was comparative data analysis. The study included two studies, the sample size from the three possible journals the researcher identified. The characteristics of the studies were that they both informed the study's general and specific sub-objectives. The two studies also used the same methods to arrive at their findings, which made them ideal for comparative analysis. Finally, both studies compared older systems to new systems regarding Artificial Intelligence accuracy in fault detection. The study's findings were as follows: The study ranked the Novel glass box-based model as the best artificial intelligence machine-learning approach for accurately detecting electric power transmission lines and systems faults. The Novel glass box-based approach's accuracy was 99%, followed by the Convolution Neural Network model's accuracy of 98%, the Gated Recurrent Unit model's accuracy of 92%, the Random Forest model's accuracy of 90%, the Logistic Regression model's accuracy of 74%, and the Support Vector Classifier model's accuracy of 63%. The review was adequate to conclude that the Novel glass-box-based proposed approach was the most advanced and suitable model for detecting faults in electric power transmission lines. The study had one limitation: it reported the results based on two sources, which made the exclusion criteria a point of bias. The survey results implied that builders of new Artificial intelligence systems for fault detection in electric line transmitters should aim to produce 99% accurate systems to meet the recommendations and fill the gap that this study has reported. This study was funded by the researcher using family contributions. The study's author is Nijat Taghizad (ORCID ID: 0009-0005-0505-8767).

Home Use Therapies for Pain, Disability, and Quality of Life in Military Service Members with a Musculoskeletal Injury: An Updated Systematic Review Meta-Analysis.

Musculoskeletal (MSK) injury can negatively affect service members by compromising job performance and readiness. These injuries can impact the service member's physical health, functional abilities, and quality of life (QoL). Rehabilitation therapies for MSK injuries can reduce these impacts. One approach is home use rehabilitative therapy, usable during deployment and at home stations. The purpose of this updated systematic review with meta-analysis was to broaden our scope of pain/symptoms, disability, and QoL as outcome measures for nonpharmaceutical MSK therapies in a military population versus controls. An updated systematic literature search was conducted from inception to September 2022 using electronic databases. From 2790 retrievals, 22 reports were identified from 21 randomized or nonrandomized control trials. Interventions included exercise, electrotherapy, bracing, and other devices compared to a standard control treatment. Outcomes for MSK pain/symptoms, disability, and QoL were summarized as (1) standardized change from baseline for both intervention and control by time and (2) standardized mean differences (SMDs) in the time change between the intervention and control. Relative to baseline, pain improved during treatment and follow-up (P < .0001) with differences between intervention and control groups (P < .0001) but no significant interactions between group and time (P = .11). Overall, interventions showed modest (0.33 SMD, 95% CI, 0.11 to 0.54) improvement relative to controls across body regions and time. On average, disability exhibited an SMD of 0.12 (95% CI, -0.20 to 0.44) across all measures with substantial heterogeneity (I2 = 0.93). Time (P = .02) but not intervention (P = .87) was a significant moderator with no clear pattern of change over time and no time by group interaction (P = .84). Quality of life had an overall modest effect with an SMD of 0.10 (95% CI, -0.04 to 0.24) with no evidence supporting a difference between the intervention and control groups (P = .10) and no significant interaction between time and group (P = .41). The QoL measures were primarily derived using the Short Form Health Survey (SF12/36), which provide a mental and physical component summary score. For the mental component, there was either no change or a small decline during the study (P(time) = .80), with a difference between the intervention and control (P = .04) but no interaction between groups over time (P = .40). For the physical component scale, there was improvement during the study (P = .01), with the intervention showing better improvement than the control (P = .005), with no interaction between the time and treatment/control group (P = .80). The report considers responses by region and individual treatments. This analysis demonstrated modest improvement in pain and physical well-being with therapy, with low certainty across diverse military cohorts. The impact on overall health-related disability and QoL was limited, with little change in mental well-being. The substantial heterogeneity and low certainty across diverse military cohorts limit generalizability, suggesting that further research in homogeneous environments is important for guiding clinical decisions. The study's findings suggest that nonpharmacological home use interventions may offer modest improvements in pain relief, particularly early in treatment, and in strength and function, according to our previous report. These interventions could complement standard care, providing options that may benefit service members during deployment and at home.

Systematic Survey on Energy Conservation Using Blockchain for Sustainable Computing Challenges and Roadmaps

ABSTRACTThis article proposes a comprehensive analysis of architectures that use blockchain technology to solve important aspects of computing sustainability, with an emphasis on scalability, resource utilization, transparency, and energy conservation. The research focuses on analyzing various structure which embraces decentralization and consensus principles, to redefine the computer infrastructure environment. The study highlights the technology that aids in improving scalability and resource utilization by decentralizing data storage and processing, relieving the load on centralized servers, and lowering the environmental effect of large‐scale data centers. This study's findings are significant in uncovering best practices and optimizing the environmental impact of blockchain technology by evaluating blockchain indicators such as scalability, resource utilization, transparency, and energy saving within the framework of sustainable computing. The project intends to assist in the development of resource‐efficient solutions, address scalability issues, and promote openness and accountability by evaluating the performance of various blockchain implementations. The findings help to promote the larger goal of connecting technical improvements, notably in blockchain, with global environmental goals. The research reveals that energy conservation is an important aspect of sustainability, and the different frameworks including techniques for optimizing energy consumption based on carbon footprint concerns, decentralization, and consensus methods are intended to prioritize energy‐efficient nodes and promote environmentally friendly practices, resulting in a greener computing ecosystem.

Enhancing the Resilience of Bereaved Parents: Practical Experiences and Needs Perceived by Healthcare Professionals.

To explore the practical experiences and perceived needs of healthcare professionals in fostering resilience among bereaved parents. A qualitative descriptive study was conducted. Twenty-seven healthcare professionals were recruited from the Paediatric Palliative Care Special Group of the Paediatrics Society of the Chinese Medical Association. The participants included 9 physicians, 7 nurses and 11 social workers from 22 hospitals and 5 community-based services. In-depth interviews were conducted between July and December 2022. Data were analysed using content analysis. Guided by the Society-to-Cells Resilience Theory, this study identified 10 categories of practical experiences and seven of perceived needs, encompassing multiple levels: society (integrating multidisciplinary resource; preserving relevant cultural tradition; advocating for system enhancements; raising public awareness), community (establishing an accessible support network; fostering an inclusive community; offering proactive community support), family (providing anticipatory guidance; enhancing family cohesion; navigating bereavement resources; providing ongoing follow-up and support), individual (evaluating grief-related experiences; offering tailored personal support; sustaining connections; addressing spiritual needs) and physiological (managing body reactions; maintaining physical well-being). This study provides insights from healthcare professionals, highlighting practices and identifying significant gaps in current approaches to building resilience in bereaved parents. The findings suggest that resilience is a socially constructed, multidimensional process that can be nurtured through a holistic approach to better support this vulnerable group. The study's findings lay the foundation for developing targeted interventions to foster resilience among bereaved parents. A holistic, empowering approach is essential to strengthen their coping mechanisms and facilitate healing at multiple levels, ultimately contributing to the creation of a robust, effective support system for this resilient yet vulnerable population. This study was about the experiences and perceptions of healthcare providers. It was designed and conducted by researchers who were both researchers and healthcare providers.

Incidence and Associated Factors of Postoperative Delirium in Adults Undergoing Cardiac Surgery With Cardiopulmonary Bypass: A Prospective Cohort Study.

Delirium is one of the most common and serious complications after cardiac surgery with cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB). A comprehensive assessment of independent risk factors for postoperative delirium (POD) is essential for early detection and prevention. To investigate the incidence and independent associated factors of POD in adults undergoing cardiac surgery with CPB. Prospective cohort design. A total of 203 patients were enrolled in this study from October 2022 to December 2023 in China. Richmond agitation and sedation scale (RASS) and confusion assessment method-intensive care unit (CAM-ICU) were used for assessing delirium symptom. This study analysed various factors for POD, including demographic, physical, psychological, social, spiritual and environmental aspects. Using logistic regression analysis to identify the independent associated factors. A totla of 60.1% (n = 122) of patients had POD. Of these cases, 86 (70.5%) were hypoactive delirium, 4 (3.3%) were hyperactive delirium and 32 (26.2%) were mixed delirium. Advanced age (OR = 1.069, 95% confidence interval [CI]: 1.031-1.107; p < 0.001), preoperative depression (OR = 1.847, 95% CI: 1.246-2.736; p = 0.002), postoperative albumin level (OR = 0.921, 95% CI: 0.851-0.997; p = 0.042) and duration of mechanical ventilation (OR > 1.000, 95% CI: 1.000-1.001; p < 0.001) were independent predictors of POD. The incidence of POD in patients undergoing cardiac surgery with CPB was high. This study identified advanced age, preoperative depression, postoperative albumin level and duration of mechanical ventilation as significant and independent predictors of POD. The study's findings highlight the urgent necessity for improved clinical vigilance and proactive management strategies. No patient or public contribution.

Relationship Between Geriatric Nurses' Spiritual Care Perceptions and Professional Attitudes, a Cross-Sectional Study.

This study, based on the self-determination theory, aims to explore the current situation of geriatric nurses' perceptions of spiritual care and its relationship with their professional attitude. It was conducted from February to May 2022. As the population ages, it is necessary to actively implement coping strategies. Geriatric nurses are important human resources, so we should pay attention to their perception of spiritual care for the elderly and their attitude towards the nursing profession. A cross-sectional survey was conducted. A total of 488 geriatric nurses engaged in elderly care were recruited from different hospitals in China. An online questionnaire was used to assess geriatric nurses' sociodemographics, their perception of spiritual care and their professional attitude. This study's findings indicate that the overall average score of geriatric nurses' perception of spiritual care was at a medium level (173.64 ± 27.87). Geriatric nurses' professional attitude was positively correlated with spiritual care perception (p < 0.001). The multiple stepwise linear regression model (n = 488) had an explained variance (R2 = 0.216), and three factors such as the need to enhance the ability of spiritual care through lectures and other methods were the main predictors of the perception level of spiritual care among geriatric nurses (p < 0.001). The findings demonstrated that the enhancement of professional attitudes among geriatric nurses can effectively augment their perception and implementation of spiritual care. This study's result is helpful for nursing managers to identify the weak links in the overall nursing services for elderly patients, thereby carrying out relevant intervention measures, improving the perception level of spiritual care of geriatric nurses, optimising the quality of elderly care services and achieving healthy aging. No patient or public contribution. The study focused on the current situation of geriatric nurses' perceptions of spiritual care and its relationship with their professional attitude. Therefore, the involvement of patients or the public was not deemed necessary for achieving the specific research objectives. The reporting of the study was guided by the STROBE checklist.

THE EFFECT OF LEADERSHIP AND INTERNAL COMMUNICATION ON JOB SATISFACTION AT PDAM TIRTA GIRI NATA, CIREBON CITY

The purpose of this study is to investigate how internal communication and leadership affect work satisfaction at PERUMDA Tirta Giri Nata in Cirebon City. This study's research methodology is a quantitative approach. With a sample of 66 workers, the population under study consisted of 190 employees of PERUMDA Tirta Giri Nata Cirebon City. A questionnaire was employed for data collection, and multiple analytic regressions were used to analyze the data. The study's findings demonstrated that leadership and internal communication were positively and significantly impacted at the same time. Internal communication had a positive and substantial impact on job satisfaction with a value of (2,296 1.99773) and a significant value of (0.025 0.05), whereas work on job satisfaction had a calculated value of (10,046 1,99773) and a significant value of (0.000 0.05). The F test, which was derived from the test results of 79.179 3.140 and a significant value of 0.000 0.05, revealed the simultaneous test between leadership and internal communication on job satisfaction at PDAM Tirta Giri Nata Cirebon City. This indicates that both leadership and internal communication had a positive and significant impact on job satisfaction.

Morphological characteristics of permanent gullies and their relationship with topography in two typical agro‐geomorphic regions of Northeast China

AbstractGully erosion poses significant challenges to land degradation and food security. The Mollisols region of Northeast China (MNC) is the main grain‐producing region in China. The low mountainous and hilly region (MFI) and the rolling hilly region (RFI), as the prominent topographic units in MNC, have suffered significantly from severe gully erosion. However, the actual situation and influencing factors of gully erosion in both regions are still unclear. Thus, we selected two field investigation regions of 103.4 km2 in MFI and 123.9 km2 in RFI to obtain a detailed inventory of gullies. Results showed that the gully number density in MFI was 25.7 No. km−2, 8.3 times greater than in RFI. Conversely, the gully average gully length (511.7 m), width (7.8 m) and depth (2.8 m) in RFI were 156.8%, 112.6% and 37.4% greater than those in MFI, respectively. The three types of gullies, developed in different land uses (GF, farmland; GW, woodland; GR, unpaved road), had significantly varying morphologies. In RFI, GF was the longest, and GW was the widest and deepest. Conversely, in MFI, GR was the longest but exhibited the least width and depth. Notably, farmland posed the highest risk of gully erosion in both MFI and RFI, with 74.4% and 89.6% of the gullies developed there, respectively. Topography was the critical factor influencing the differences in gully erosion between the two regions. To effectively control gully erosion, topographic conditions most susceptible to gully erosion should be prioritized for attention, e.g., slopes of 8–10° and 2–4° were the slope intervals most likely to contribute to gully development in MFI and RFI, respectively. We provide the potential for large‐scale prediction of gully erosion. Corresponding prediction models based on gully area were provided and the effectiveness of the predictions was improved by separating different land uses. The study's findings could serve as a valuable foundation for gully erosion control and prediction for MNC.

Developing a traditional game-based physical education learning model to improve students' physical fitness: content validity

Background: This study aimed to develop a physical education learning model based on traditional games. The research method employed was Research and Development (R&amp;D), with the ADDIE model development method. This study included five material experts who are certified physical education teachers. The research is divided into three stages: qualitatively analyzing documents in the form of a review of relevant literature, followed by field observations and interviews that rationalize the problem so that it may be utilized to develop a learning model. Materials and methods: Researchers established a physical education learning model based on traditional games for improving physical fitness and a questionnaire to be presented to experts as an instrument. Results: Researchers validated their findings with five experts using the Delphi technique. The study's findings demonstrate that the overall content validity of each statement item is greater than 0.79, indicating that all statement items fit the criteria. Overall, the average score was 0.96. Conclusion: According to Aiken's validity, the physical education learning model based on traditional games to increase students' physical fitness can be implemented at the elementary school level.

The Relationship Between Perceived Nursing Workload and Occupational Fatigue in Clinical Nurses: The Moderating Role of Nursing Teamwork.

This study investigated the association between perceived nursing workload and occupational fatigue in clinical nurses. We specifically focused on how nursing teamwork moderates this relationship. Hospital nurses often face heavy workloads, leading to significant fatigue. Understanding the link between workload, fatigue and teamwork is crucial to addressing nurse burnout. A cross-sectional study was conducted among 356 clinical nurses from five educational-therapeutic hospitals in Ardabil, Iran. Data were collected using validated instruments, including the Occupational Fatigue Exhaustion Recovery-15 (OFER) scale, the Quantitative Workload Inventory (QWI) and the Nursing Teamwork Survey (NTS). Hierarchical linear regression analysis assessed the relationships between perceived workload, occupational fatigue and nursing teamwork. The study's findings show that increased nursing workloads were significantly linked to higher levels of both acute (B = 5.70 to 6.76, p < 0.001) and chronic fatigue (B = 6.71 to 7.16, p < 0.001). Additionally, effective nursing teamwork, comprising trust, team orientation, support, shared mental models and team leadership was associated with reduced fatigue levels. Our study shows high workloads are linked to increased fatigue among nursing professionals. Teamwork can help lessen the adverse effects of workload on fatigue. Healthcare organisations should focus on optimising workload distribution and strengthening teamwork. Further research is needed to understand these dynamics and develop targeted interventions to support nursing staff in high-demand environments. The study emphasises the need for healthcare organisations to prioritise workload management and enhance teamwork among nursing staff. Implementing structured workload assessments and fostering a collaborative work environment, along with policies promoting work-life balance, can improve patient care quality, benefit nursing professionals and contribute to a more resilient healthcare system.

Unlocking Virality: Analyzing the Factors Driving Olympic Hot Topics on Weibo During the Paris 2024 Games

This study investigates the factors driving the virality of Olympic-related topics on Weibo, focusing on the 2024 Paris Olympic Games. As one of China's largest social media platforms, Weibo plays a significant role in shaping public discourse and amplifying topics related to global events like the Olympics. By analyzing 242 trending search terms from July 26 to August 11, 2024, this study explores how elements such as keyword choice, emotional appeal, and the presence of news events contribute to a topics popularity. A binary logistic regression model was employed to examine the effects of these variables on the popularity index, categorizing titles into "high" and "low" popularity. The results indicate that highly emotional headlines, particularly those with extremely positive or negative tones, are more likely to become popular. Additionally, titles associated with major news events significantly increase the likelihood of virality. While keyword relevance is a crucial factor in attracting attention, the length of a headline has a limited impact on its success. The type of content publisher also plays a role, with official media sources often garnering higher credibility and engagement compared to self-media or sports media outlets. The studys findings offer practical insights for content creators, media organizations, and brands aiming to maximize their visibility during large-scale events. The analysis underscores the importance of strategically choosing keywords, leveraging emotional resonance, and integrating newsworthy elements to enhance content distribution and public engagement on digital platforms.

An exploratory lens in integrating social innovation in public healthcare ecosystem

The health care system provides hope and livelihoods to its direct customers, who are the patients. The role of social innovation needs to take front and centre stage by authorities and practitioners tasked with decision-making and problem-solving tasks from a strategic perspective. The social innovation realm has demonstrated its ability to accelerate social value within public-oriented institutions. An interpretivism philosophical approach of qualitative methodology predicated on the inductive theory-building approach was undertaken to solicit empirical data from budget decision-making health practitioners. The research presented a thematic analytical evaluation of the data set from twelve participants holding various influential healthcare positions. The study's findings indicated a huge gap in integrating social innovation and associated entrepreneurial mindset. The procurement decision-making of produce and commodities could mitigate the social ills of joblessness, poverty and quality of life. Furthermore, the findings illuminated the lack of systemic resources and investment that could be driven by social innovation and entrepreneurial inclusion from the surrounding SMMEs. The multi-disciplinary approach will have to be a priority. At the same time, a tactically diverse strategic thrust from leadership and management could be a game-changer and a de-risking intervention in bolstering the local economic development for the SMMEs within the agricultural sector value chain.

Sufism And Quranic Interpretation: Bridging Spirituality, Culture, and Political Discourse in Muslim Societies

This research discusses the influence of the Sufi interpretation of the Qur'an in shaping cultural narratives and political discourses in Muslim society. This study addresses the under-explored influence of Sufism beyond its spiritual domain, specifically in cultural and political spheres. This study aims to fill this void by exploring how the Sufi interpretation of the Qur'an influences contemporary cultural identity and political dynamics. The methods used in this study are multidisciplinary approaches, including analysis of Sufi literature, art, and social practices. The study's findings suggest that Sufism has a significant role in shaping cultural narratives, promoting tolerance and social justice, and providing a framework of thought that influences political discourse in Muslim communities. This study recommends that future studies focus more on Sufism's contribution to Islamic political thought and its relevance in the modern context. This research also emphasizes the importance of considering the spiritual dimension in analyzing cultural and political phenomena to understand the role of religion in shaping the social and political landscape more comprehensively.

Challenges and Approaches to Overcoming Educational Barriers in a Distance Learning Environment

The purpose of this study was to identify and assess the specific challenges faced by incarcerated students in a distance learning environment and to explore effective strategies for managing their academic endeavors. The study intentionally selected twelve incarcerated inmates who were currently enrolled in various educational programs. The data were acquired through the process of conducting audio-recorded interviews, which were then transcribed verbatim by a proficient transcriber. The author employed an interpretive paradigm to examine the data and derive significant conclusions. The findings demonstrated that the amalgamation of resilience and determination had a crucial role in empowering students to overcome the barriers impeding their education. In addition, students have employed controlled internet access in prisons and the incorporation of technology-enhanced learning alongside traditional classroom teaching as essential methods to properly manage their academic studies. These strategies prioritize the need to enhance the accessibility of educational resources and support networks within prisons in order to enhance the educational accomplishments of incarcerated individuals. The study's findings suggest that it is crucial to make practical and policy changes in order to effectively meet the specific needs of incarcerated students engaged in remote learning programs. Typical barriers include (i) restricted technology access, (ii) limited finances, and (iii) the challenge of staying focused in a distracting setting. Notwithstanding these challenges, the participants shown exceptional tenacity and resolve, utilizing diverse tactics to effectively handle their academic pursuits. The success of these individuals was influenced by several key variables, such as the assistance provided by prison education officers, the capacity to effectively employ restricted technical tools, and the self-discipline to establish organized study routines.

Exploring the Trajectories of Depressive Symptoms Associated With Bullying Victimization: The Intersection of Gender and Family Support.

Children from multicultural families in South Korea are at high risk of bullying victimization, highlighting the need for a deeper understanding of the challenges they face. This study explores the gendered dynamics of depressive symptoms associated with persistent exposure to bullying victimization among these youths, as well as the role of family support. This study utilizes data from nine waves of the Multicultural Adolescents Panel Study (MAPS), spanning from 2011 (Wave 1) to 2019 (Wave 9). MAPS is a nationally representative longitudinal survey of adolescents with multicultural backgrounds and their mothers. Participants include 1375 families (51.1% girls; grade 4-13). Fixed-effects models were estimated to address the possibility of bias due to unobserved time-invariant confounders. Gender-stratified analyses and interaction models were employed to examine the moderating role of gender and family support. Depressive symptoms among girls were higher with persistent bullying victimization; however, this association was observed up to two consecutive waves of exposure (an immediate and short-term pattern). In contrast, persistent bullying victimization was associated with a cumulative increase in depressive symptoms up to three or more consecutive waves of exposure in boys (an immediate and cumulative pattern). Moreover, while family support was associated with lower levels of depressive symptoms among bullied girls, bullied boys exhibited a similar pattern of a cumulative increase in depressive symptoms regardless of the level of family support. The study's findings suggest potential considerations for gendered interventions related to mental health outcomes of bullying victimization among multicultural family youth in Korea.

Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Bali: Corporate social responsibility, competitive advantage and its impact on financial performance

Climate-related concerns have drastically made companies realize the need for better environmental regulations and consolidate them in corporate business strategies such as Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR). CSR improves firm performance by valuing the stakeholders' interests and substantially achieving a competitive advantage over competitors. Recognising a firm's competitive advantage in the market indicates performance and might help the company perform better. The objective of this research is to provide concrete proof related to how CSR affects competitive advantage and its effects on company performance, especially financial performance in SMEs in Bali Province. This study uses primary data in the form of questionnaires distributed to SMEs both directly and online. The sample of this research is the manager / owner of SMEs in Bali Province. Data analysis tools using SmartPLS 4.0. The study's findings indicate that CSR has a direct impact on financial performance (SMEs) and CSR indirectly affects the financial performance (SMEs) through competitive advantage. Competitive advantage was found to partially mediate the impact of CSR and financial performance (SMEs). These findings will be used by SME managers in Bali Province in order to enhance the company's financial performance by considering the use of CSR strategies and strengthening competitive advantage. Implementing CSR can help a company become more competitive and separate itself from competitors by providing an innovative product or service. Finally, corporate social responsibility (CSR) can give a company a competitive advantage by strengthening its marketing abilities, which leads to improved performance.

Social and Health Inequality in Nigeria: A Survey of Ajegunle Slum Dwellers of Lagos State

Social disadvantage and inequalities in health outcomes are critically and significantly related in many ways. The study uses the Ajegunle Area of Lagos in Lagos State, Nigeria as the study area. The concept of slums and social and health inequality has been explored greatly, itemizing the key factors that affect health and the impact on the environment, health, and the economy. The study further revealed the level of inequality access to Health facilities and service delivery suffered by Slum dwellers. Also, it exposed the high level of decay of Social Amenities in Slum Settlements occasioned by age-long neglect by the government. The study's findings will serve as valuable material for future research on slum settlements and their impact on health outcomes, potentially prompting government intervention. This intervention could include building better road networks, affordable housing, functional health centers, and providing essential services like electricity, waste disposal, clean water, and employment opportunities. The study also advocates for eliminating socio-economic and health inequalities in Nigeria through greater government commitment to improving people's lives in all regions of the country.

Human Development On The Educational Dimension in East Kutai Regency

The Human Development Index (HDI) is a key metric for measuring achievement in improving human well-being. Various factors, such as economic growth and household expenditure, can have an impact on education's human development dimension. The purpose of this study is to examine the impact of economic expansion on household expenditure and human development in terms of schooling. The data analysis technique employs Multiple Regression with SmartPLS SEM (Partial Least Square - Structural Equation Modeling) software. According to the study's findings, economic growth has a significant effect on household spending, but not on human development in the educational dimension, household spending has a significant impact on economic development in the educational dimension, and household spending can mediate the influence of economic growth on human development in the educational dimension in East Kutai. Finally, it is vital to boost economic growth based on the agricultural sector, which can improve the welfare of the community, hence increasing human development in the educational dimension in East Kutai Regency.