Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Prevalence of pathological gambling in treatment-seeking addicted patients: An exploratory study with the South Oaks Gambling Screen

In the current paper, the prevalence of pathological gambling in 112 treatment-seeking patients with substance addiction (81 alcoholics and 31 cocaine dependents) was estimated. The DSM-IV-TR diagnostic criteria for pathological gambling and the Spanish version of the South Oaks Gambling Screen (SOGS) were used. The results showed that 22.3% of substance-addicted patients had a comorbid diagnosis of pathological gambling. Furthermore, an additional 11.6% of the sample had relevant symptoms for problem gambling. In sum, 33.9% of the sample reported clinically significant gambling-related symptoms. From a socio-demographic point of view, all substance-addicted patients with gambling-related symptoms were men. A comparison between substance-addicted patients with and without pathological gambling showed significant differences in alcohol severity (assessed by the EuropASI), psychopathological symptoms (assessed by the SCL-90-R) and personality variables (assessed by the MCMI-II). In all cases, scores were significantly higher in gamblers than in non-gamblers. Finally, the implications of these results for further research and clinical practice are commented upon.
Fair Play Behavior in Futsal: Study in High School Students

This study aimed to examine fair play behaviors of futsal players in high school regarding some variables. Totally 187 high school students including 76 males and 111 females participated in the study in 2017-2018 education period. The Fair Play Scale in Physical Education and Sport, developed by Hassandra et al. [7] and adapted to Turkish by Mirzaoglu [12] was used to collect data. The scale has four subscales including 16 items. The scale consists of the factors of respect towards teammates, cheating, respect conventions, and gamesmanship. The descriptive analysis of demographic variables and exploratory factor analysis for validity were used; Cronbach’s alpha coefficient was calculated for reliability. The relationships were determined by using correlation analysis, and independent t-test was used for comparison between groups. Factor loadings ranged between 0,563 and 0,913. Moreover, Cronbach’s alpha coefficient was found to be as 0,838 indicating that the scale had high reliability. In correlation results, the gender variable was only found to be significant (p<0,05) and negatively correlated (r=-,144) in “gamesmanship. ” This result showed that boys are more prone to “gamesmanship” behaviors than girls. The only difference was found in “gamesmanship” when fair play behaviors of futsal athletes were compared according to genders (p<0,05). This result showed that boys are more prone to “gamesmanship” behaviors than girls. The underlying reason for this may be that the sense of justice of boys is lower than the girls. Consequently, within the scope of the studies to create consciousness and realize required structural changes related to ethical values of sport, especially school physical education lessons and extramural competitions should be used as an environment to bring athletes in proper fair play behaviors. It is understood that fair play understanding can be achieved by facing students with problematic conditions in longer and continuous learning process, not with campaign, messages, sanction or transmission of plain moral theories.
Efficacy of antidepressant medication with depressed youth: What psychologists should know.

Pharmacologic treatments for mental or emotional disorders are becoming increasingly popular, especially in managed care environments. Consequently, psychologists must remain cognizant of medication efficacy concerning specific mental disorders. This article reviews all double-blind, placebo-controlled efficacy trials of tricyclic antidepressants (TCAs) with depressed youth that were published in 1985-1994. Also, all group-treatment studies of depressed youth using fluoxetine, a serotonin-specific reuptake inhibitor (SSRI), are summarized. Results indicate that neither TCAs nor SSRIs have demonstrated greater efficacy than placebo in alleviating depressive symptoms in children and adolescents, despite the use of research strategies designed to give antidepressants an advantage over placebo. The implications of these findings for research and practice are discussed. Given the current biological movement within psychiatry and within our culture at large, it is more professionally relevant than ever to remain abreast of psychopharmacologic developments (Kramer, 1993). Psychologists must become and remain informed about pharmacological efficacy in treating mental disorders regardless of professional or personal opinions about medication use. Because psychologists (a) may refer distressed individuals to physicians for medication treatment (Brandt, 1994; Eagen, 1994); (b) may be asked by physicians for input regarding diagnostic and medication issues; (c) may themselves pursue and obtain prescription privileges (Chamberlain, 1994; Sleek, 1994); and (d) may be pressured by managed care programs to refer clients for medication evaluations, they should continue to be knowledgable about medications and their effectiveness. Recently, Greenberg and colleagues (Greenberg, Bornstein, Greenberg, & Fisher, 1992) published a review of tricyclic antidepressant (TCA) medication efficacy with depressed adults in
The Relationship between Self-efficacy and Writing Performance across Genders

The study examined the relationship between the learners’ self-efficacy and their writing performance across genders. Specifically, this study investigated the self-efficacy and writing performance of Makoo and Marand EFL students majoring in Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL). One hundred twenty learners, between ages 20-29, were chosen. Two instruments were used to collect data. At three different points in time, the participants were given writing assessments and also responded to the questionnaires on self-efficacy. The data were analyzed using Pearson’s correlation statistic and independent-samples t -test. Results revealed that there was no significant relationship between male and female EFL students’ self-efficacy and writing performance. It was also found that there was a significant positive relationship in self-efficacy between female and male EFL students. This study is expected to contribute to the related literature by shedding light on the relation of student self-efficacy and writing performance.
Extensions of partial cyclic orders and consecutive coordinate polytopes

We introduce several classes of polytopes contained in $[0,1]^n$ and cut out by inequalities involving sums of consecutive coordinates, extending a construction by Stanley. We show that the normalized volumes of these polytopes enumerate the extensions to total cyclic orders of certains classes of partial cyclic orders. We also provide a combinatorial interpretation of the Ehrhart $h^*$-polynomials of some of these polytopes in terms of descents of total cyclic orders. The Euler numbers, the Eulerian numbers and the Narayana numbers appear as special cases.
A Lack of Planets in 47 Tucanae from a Hubble Space Telescope Search

We report results from a large Hubble Space Telescope project to observe a significant (~34,000) ensemble of main-sequence stars in the globular cluster 47 Tucanae with a goal of defining the frequency of inner orbit, gas giant planets. Simulations based on the characteristics of the 8.3 days of time series data in the F555W and F814W Wide Field Planetary Camera 2 (WFPC2) filters show that ~17 planets should be detected by photometric transit signals if the frequency of hot Jupiters found in the solar neighborhood is assumed to hold for 47 Tuc. The experiment provided high-quality data sufficient to detect planets. A full analysis of these WFPC2 data reveals ~75 variables, but no light curves resulted for which a convincing interpretation as a planet could be made. The planet frequency in 47 Tuc is at least an order of magnitude below that for the solar neighborhood. The cause of the absence of close-in planets in 47 Tuc is not yet known; presumably the low metallicity and/or crowding of 47 Tuc interfered with planet formation, with orbital evolution to close-in positions, or with planet survival.
Global estimates and energy identities for elliptic systems with antisymmetric potentials

ABSTRACT We derive global estimates in critical scale invariant norms for solutions of elliptic systems with antisymmetric potentials and almost holomorphic Hopf differential in two dimensions. Moreover, we obtain new energy identities in such norms for sequences of solutions of these systems. The results apply to harmonic maps into general target manifolds and surfaces with prescribed mean curvature. In particular, the results confirm a conjecture of Rivière in the two-dimensional setting.
Diffusion with optimal resetting

We consider the mean time to absorption by an absorbing target of a diffusive particle with the addition of a process whereby the particle is reset to its initial position with rate r. We consider several generalizations of the model of Evans and Majumdar (2011 Phys. Rev. Lett. 106 160601): (i) a space-dependent resetting rate r(x); (ii) resetting to a random position z drawn from a resetting distribution ; and (iii) a spatial distribution for the absorbing target PT(x). As an example of (i) we show that the introduction of a non-resetting window around the initial position can reduce the mean time to absorption provided that the initial position is sufficiently far from the target. We address the problem of optimal resetting, that is, minimizing the mean time to absorption for a given target distribution. For an exponentially decaying target distribution centred at the origin we show that a transition in the optimal resetting distribution occurs as the target distribution narrows.
DirectUltravioletMethodfor EnzymaticDeterminationof UricAcid,with Equilibriumand KineticData-ProcessingOptions

We developedand evaluated a direct ultravioletmethodfor the enzymaticdeterminationof uricacid inserum, plasma,or urine,withoutdeproteinizationof sera and plasma. Equilibrium and nonlinearcurve-fittingkineticoptionsare evaluated and compared, and results of the proposed method are comparedwith those of a candidate Reference Method.All data-processingoptionsyielda linearrelationfor absorbance and concentrationof uric acid between 0.1 and 2 mmoVL; with the equilibriumoption,resultsare linearto 5 mmol/L For 100 plasma samples, results correlate well between the proposed method (y) anda referencemethod (k): y = 0.99x 0.002 mmol/L. Between-run imprecisionis about 2.3%, and interferenceby hemolyzed, ictenc,or lipemicspecimens or specimenscontaininghigh concenfrationsof xanthine or paraproteins is minimal. The kinetic optionwith a dataprocessing range of 100 s or longer yields results that correlate well with the equilibriummethod: y = 1.006x + 0.002 mmol/L(n = 118). For20 urInesamples processed by the proposed (y anda reference() methods, y = 1.04x + 0.038 mmol/L.
Title: Neurotrophic factors promote and enhance locomotor recovery in untrained spinalized cats. Running Head: BDNF/NT3 improve stepping in untrained spinal cats

In spinal cats, locomotor recovery without rehabilitation is limited, but weight-bearing stepping returns with treadmill training. We investigated whether neurotrophins administered to the injury site also restores locomotion in untrained spinal cats, and whether combining both neurotrophins and training further improves recovery. Ordinary rat fibroblasts or a mixture of fibroblasts secreting Brain Derived Neurotrophic Factor (BDNF) and Neurotrophin-3 (NT-3) (Fb-NTF) were grafted into T12 spinal transection sites. Cats with each type of transplant were divided into two groups: one receiving daily training and the other no training. As expected, trained cats with/without neurotrophin-producing transplants could step on the treadmill. Untrained cats without neurotrophin-producing transplants could not locomote. However, untrained cats with neurotrophin-secreting transplants performed plantar weight bearing stepping at speeds up to 0.8 m/s as early as 2 weeks posttransection. Locomotor capability and stance lengths in these animals were similar to those in animals receiving training alone, suggesting that administration of BDNF/NT-3 was equivalent to treadmill training in restoring locomotion in chronically spinalized cats. Cats receiving both interventions showed the greatest improvement in step length. Anatomical evaluation indicated that all transections were complete and that axons did not enter the cord caudal to the graft. Thus, BDNF/NT-3 secreting fibroblasts were equivalent to training in their ability to engage the locomotor circuitry in chronic spinal cats. Furthermore, the rapid timecourse of recovery and the absence of axonal growth through the transplants indicate that Page 2 of 53
Ultrasonic Studies of Molecular Interactions in the Mixture of Pyridine with 1-Propanol at Different Temperatures

Ultrasonic velocity (U), density (ρ) and viscosity (η) values of the mixture of pyridine with 1-propanol have been measured at 303K, 313K and 323K temperatures. From these data, acoustical parameters such as adiabatic compressibility (β), free length (Lf), free volume (Vf) and internal pressure (π i) have been estimated using the standard relations. The excess parameters such as βE, Lf E, Vf E and π i E are also determined from the experimental data. The results are interpreted in terms of molecular interaction between the components of the mixture. The ultrasonic velocity decreases with the mole fraction of 1-propanol in the binary mixture at all temperatures. The adiabatic compressibility (β) shows an inverse behaviour as compared to ultrasonic velocity at all temperatures.
Prevalence and Correlates of Prediabetes and Diabetes Results-I: A Screening Plan in a Selected Military Community in Central Saudi Arabia

Background: Diabetes is a chronic disease of a genetic and environmental background. If it is not diagnosed and controlled early, it can have devastating complications. Aim: Measure and analyze the prevalence and risks of prediabetes and diabetes among recruits enlisted in the Wadi Al-Dawasir (WD) military zone, central Saudi Arabia. The influence of some demographic criteria, weight, and blood pressure upon blood glucose level would be evaluated. Methods: A cross sectional design was utilized, whereas predesigned questionnaire and clinical interview were used to screen the study population. Results: The participants’ median age was 33.7 (IQR 11.9), mean body mass index (BMI) was 27.6 ± 5.4 kg/m2. Out of 531 recruits screened, almost two-thirds were either overweight (34.7%) or obese (29.9%). The mean waist circumference (WC) was 94.7 ± 13.3 cm; and 27.9% had central obesity (WC ≥102 cm). Random plasma glucose (RPG) median accounted 106 mg/dl (IQR 21). The participants’ RPG levels significantly increased by age (U = 19697.0), by BMI [H(df 5) = 59.6], and by WC (U = 25,670.5), (p rho(df 503) = 0.241, p U 3515, p 25 to ≥40 kg/m2) more than normal subjects [46 (87%) vs. 5 (0.9%)], [χ2(df 5) = 18.8, p < 0.0001]. Conclusions: Prediabetes and uncontrolled diabetes are relatively prevalent among Saudi recruits’ community. An insufficient influence of obesity for developing diabetes symptoms in the study population may well be attributed to time factor separating the two variables. A preventive approach to revert the predisposition of prediabetes in WD recruits population is quite promising.
RETRACTED: Effect of aerobic training on airflow obstruction, vo2 max, EIB in stable asthmatic children

Short Retraction Notice The paper does not meet the standards of "Health". This article has been retracted to straighten the academic record. In making this decision the Editorial Board follows COPE's Retraction Guidelines. The aim is to promote the circulation of scientific research by offering an ideal research publication platform with due consideration of internationally accepted standards on publication ethics. The Editorial Board would like to extend its sincere apologies for any inconvenience this retraction may have caused. Editor guiding this retraction: Prof. Leonid P. Titov (EiC of Health). The full retraction notice in PDF is preceding the original paper, which is marked "RETRACTED".
Feeding Practices and Morbidity Pattern of Infants in a Rural Area of Puducherry-A Follow Up Study

The feeding practices and illness during infancy are of critical importance for the growth and development of children. Though several programmes have been implemented by GOI along with WHO and UNICEF to improve the health status of newborns and infants, child morbidity and mortality rates in rural areas are still higher compared to urban areas in India. Objectives: To study the infant feeding practices, morbidity pattern and care given to infants in a rural area of Puducherry. Methodology: A longitudinal study done in Bahour commune from 1st April 2012 to 31st March 2013. Information regarding background/socio-demographic details, infant feeding practices; and morbidity pattern were recorded in semi-structured questionnaire by house to house visit. Total of 136 infants born during Jan-March 2012 were enrolled. Data were presented as percentages, ratios and Chi-square test was used to find association among variables. p value <0.05 was considered statistically significant. Results: The mean age of study infants during each visit was 3, 8 and 12 months respectively. 64.7% mother’s breastfed their infants within an hour after birth and 72% infants were exclusively breastfed till six months and 5.9% newborns were given prelacteal feed. The incidence of fever, diarrhoea and breathing difficulty were 2.9, 2.9 and 1.8 episodes/ child/ year respectively. On average 93% of mothers continued breastfeeding and gave excess oral fluid during an episode of diarrhoea. Morbidity among children was significantly associated with breastfeeding practices with exclusive breastfed children suffered less in the study area (p<0.05). Conclusions: The overall infant feeding pattern and care given during illness was good among mothers. However, Practices like giving pre-lacteal feed; stopping EBF before six months are still practiced in the study area. Therefore, faulty rearing practices need to be addressed to improve the health status of the infants.
COMPOSTING TO CONTROL THE LEAF-CUTTING ANT ATTA CePhAloTes L. (HYMENOPTERA: FORMICIDAE)

Leaf-cutting ants, Atta and Acromyrmex , are the most important defoliating herbivores in the tropics. In this study, field assays were conducted to compare the effects of two non chemical methods on survival and activity of Atta cephalotes (Formicidae: Myrmicinae) nests. A total of 83 A. cephalotes active nests were randomly assigned to one of three treatments: 1) compostable material introduced and processed into the soil of ant nests; 2) conventional mechanical mixing of the ant nests soil; 3) untreated ant nests. After three months the percentages of dead nets were 26.5, 9.63 and 3.61 using manure compost, mechanical, and control, respectively. A repeated measurement analysis of variance showed significant difference between ant colonies for both treatments, composted and mechanical mixing, with respect to the untreated treatment, given the disruption of foraging trails, mound openings, chambers and tunnels. The strongest effect was observed with the compostable material. Based on its effect on A. cephalotes (Formicidae: Myrmicinae) nests and potential soil enrichment, compostable treatment could be a sustainable and ecologically sound management practice if proper conditions are given at the site.
Shared Resources, Shared Values? Ethical Implications of Sharing Translation Resources

The exploitation of large corpora to create and populate shared translation resources has been hampered in two areas: first, practical problems (“locked-in” data, ineffective exchange formats, client reservations); and second, ethical and legal problems. Recent developments, notably online collaborative translation environments (Desillets, 2007) and greater industry openness, might have been expected to highlight such issues. Yet the growing use of shared data is being addressed only gingerly. Good reasons lie behind the failure to broach the ethics of shared resources. The issues are challenging: confidentiality, ownership, copyright, authorial rights, attribution, the law, protectionism, costs, fairness, motivation, trust, quality, reliability. However, we argue that, though complex, these issues should not be swept under the carpet. The huge demand for translation cannot be met without intelligent sharing of resources (Kelly, 2009). Relevant ethical considerations have already been identified in translation and related domains, in such texts as Codes of Ethics, international conventions and declarations, and Codes of Professional Conduct; these can be useful here. We outline two case studies from current industry initiatives, highlighting their ethical implications. We identify questions which users and developers should be asking and relate these to existing debates and codes as a practical framework for their consideration.
Is Ground‐Motion Variability Distance Dependent? Insight from Finite‐Source Rupture Simulations

Abstract The ground‐motion variability sigma is a fundamental component in probabilistic seismic‐hazard assessment because it controls the hazard level at very low probabilities of exceedance. So far, most of the analyses based on empirical ground‐motion prediction equations do not consider any distance dependency of sigma. This study aims to analyze the potential distance dependency of ground‐motion variability, especially in the near‐field region, where the variability is poorly constrained due to the lack of available records. We, therefore, investigate the distance dependency of sigma by performing numerical simulations of ground motion for some strike‐slip events. Synthetic velocity seismograms (up to 3 Hz) have been generated from a suite of finite‐source rupture models of past earthquakes. Green’s functions were calculated for a 1D velocity structure using a discrete wavenumber technique (Bouchon, 1981). The within‐event component of the ground‐motion variability was then evaluated from the synthetic data as a function of distance. The simulations reveal that the within‐event component of the ground motion shows a distance dependency, subject to the rupture type. For bilateral ruptures, the variability tends to increase with distance. On the contrary, in case of unilateral events, the variability decreases with distance.