Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Subordinate Actors’ Institutional Maintenance in Response to Coercive Reforms

Institutional work research shows how actors purposively create, maintain, and disrupt institutions. Failed or unintended consequences of institutional maintenance remain relatively unexplored, for two reasons. First, the role of coercive disruption actors (e.g., a state) has not been fully explored. Second, existing literature takes scant account of power and disregards the resistance tactics of subordinate actors. Drawing on a longitudinal case study of a migrant workers’ union in China, we show how subordinate actors were first able to maintain institutional arrangements followed by a maintenance failure under the disruption work performed by the authoritarian state. This study extends the institutional maintenance literature in two ways. First, subordinate actors can sustain institutions insofar as they collectively deploy superficial deference and hidden forms of resistance. Second, maintenance work is vulnerable in the sense that it is contingent on the systems of domination and the level of pressure exerted by the disruption actors.
Doctoring gay men: exploring the contribution of General Practice

Primary care is the first point of contact with the NHS for many people. It includes services provided outside hospitals by general practitioners, practice nurses, community nurses, health visitors, dentists, opticians, pharmacists etc. This report is concerned mainly with gay and bisexual men’s experiences of, and interactions with General Practice (GP) surgeries. Two concerns prompted this research. First, research which continually indicates that men are less likely to access primary care services than women (Lloyd & Forrest 2001; Manfield et al. 2003) which contrasts with unreported findings from our Gay Men’s Sex Survey (henceforth GMSS) revealing relatively high uptake of primary care services among gay and bisexual men. Second, recent government policy (Department of Health 2001; 2002; 2003a; 2003b) has sought to increase the role of GP staff in delivering sexual health services. This report addresses three main questions. First, what are the patterns in usage of GP and other health services among gay and bisexual men across the UK? Second, what factors mediate their use and disclosure of their sexuality to their GP? Finally, what factors need to be taken into account when we consider the GP surgery as a site for sexual health services? This research not only investigates the various ways in which gay and bisexual men regard their relationships with their doctors and other General Practice staff, but also examines the many barriers to direct communication about sexuality in GP surgeries.
Placebo Manipulations Reverse Pain Potentiation by Unpleasant Affective Stimuli

According to the motivational priming hypothesis, unpleasant stimuli activate the motivational defense system, which in turn promotes congruent affective states such as negative emotions and pain. The question arises to what degree this bottom–up impact of emotions on pain is susceptible to a manipulation of top–down-driven expectations. To this end, we investigated whether verbal instructions implying pain potentiation vs. reduction (placebo or nocebo expectations)—later on confirmed by corresponding experiences (placebo or nocebo conditioning)—might alter behavioral and neurophysiological correlates of pain modulation by unpleasant pictures. We compared two groups, which underwent three experimental phases: first, participants were either instructed that watching unpleasant affective pictures would increase pain (nocebo group) or that watching unpleasant pictures would decrease pain (placebo group) relative to neutral pictures. During the following placebo/nocebo-conditioning phase, pictures were presented together with electrical pain stimuli of different intensities, reinforcing the instructions. In the subsequent test phase, all pictures were presented again combined with identical pain stimuli. Electroencephalogram was recorded in order to analyze neurophysiological responses of pain (somatosensory evoked potential) and picture processing [visually evoked late positive potential (LPP)], in addition to pain ratings. In the test phase, ratings of pain stimuli administered while watching unpleasant relative to neutral pictures were significantly higher in the nocebo group, thus confirming the motivational priming effect for pain perception. In the placebo group, this effect was reversed such that unpleasant compared with neutral pictures led to significantly lower pain ratings. Similarly, somatosensory evoked potentials were decreased during unpleasant compared with neutral pictures, in the placebo group only. LPPs of the placebo group failed to discriminate between unpleasant and neutral pictures, while the LPPs of the nocebo group showed a clear differentiation. We conclude that the placebo manipulation already affected the processing of the emotional stimuli and, in consequence, the processing of the pain stimuli. In summary, the study revealed that the modulation of pain by emotions, albeit a reliable and well-established finding, is further tuned by reinforced expectations—known to induce placebo/nocebo effects—which should be addressed in future research and considered in clinical applications.
Authoritative Parenting by Father: A Strategy for Gaining Noble Character of Child in Indonesian Migrant Workers Family

Parenting is defined as the interaction between a child and his parents with love, in an effort to foster a child's character. In the family environment of Indonesian Migrant Workers / Female Workers (in Indonesia known as TKW), where mothers work as foreign workers abroad for a certain period of time, the responsibility of child care goes to the father, who is also still a breadwinner for his family. The purpose of this study was to obtain an overview of father's authoritative parenting as a strategy to foster the noble character of children in the TKW family environment. In order to express in depth the social situation in the field, a qualitative approach is used. Father; their children; and relatives involved in the care of children in the TKW family environment, acting as participants. The data collection technique carried out was observation; deep interview; and literature studies. The analysis of the data includes data reduction, display data, and conclusion. The results of the study show that through authoritative foster care the father who highly respects the existence of children produces various noble characters such as independence, responsibility, tolerance, communicative, and adaptive.
No indication that the ego depletion manipulation can affect insight: a comment on DeCaro and Van Stockum (2018)

Abstract Recently, DeCaro and Van Stockum have suggested that ego depletion following intensive self-control can improve insight problem-solving; this finding was interpreted in terms of insight relying on decreased control over attention and memory. However, DeCaro and Van Stockum used three variants of the single matchstick arithmetic problem. Experiment 1 involved low sample and non-standard problem application, while the more powered Experiment 2 yielded a surprisingly low solution rate. These facts made both studies problematic and called for their replication. In the two present studies, the DeCaro and Van Stockum ego-depletion manipulation and their matchstick problems were administered to a total of 316 people. Furthermore, various other insight problems, subjective ratings of insight experience, analytical problems and executive control tests were applied. The key result was that no reliable effect of ego depletion could be found for any of these measures.
Children’s Voice and School Improvement: The Role of Technology in the Inclusive School of the Future / Glas djece i poboljšanje škole: Uloga tehnologije u inkluzivnoj školi budućnosti

The purpose of the study is to indicate the importance of inclusive education. This study focuses on the need for students voice to be heard and considered during educational planning. By doing this, the study intends to detect which students are marginalized, and use this method towards school improvement. The research was conducted in two kindergartens. In the first, twenty-two students and two teachers were interviewed (kindergarten teacher and headmistress), while in the second, we used the method of non-participant observation with five children attending the integration class, as well as the teachers, during one month. Interviews were conducted in the second school, too, only with two teachers (qualified pedagogue and headmistress). During our study, marginalized students have been identified due to the difficulties they face, and we have managed to strengthen childrens confidence, and help create a more empathetic school environment. These have been implemented through a school project in which students narrate their personal stories using digital storytelling software. Our aim has also been to encourage the creation of stories for the production of which Scratch digital storytelling software was used.Zadatak ove studije je naglasiti važnost inkluzivnog obrazovanja. Ova je studija usmjerena na potrebu za sluanjem i razmatranjem miljenja učenika prilikom planiranja obrazovanja. Na taj način studija planira otkriti koji su učenici marginalizirani i iskoristiti ovu metodu za poboljanje kolske jedinice. Istraživanje je provedeno u dva vrtića. U prvom su intervjuirana dvadeset i dva polaznika i dvije odgojiteljice (tete u vrtiću i ravnateljica), a u drugom smo se koristili metodom neaktivnog promatrača petero djece koja su pohađala integrirani razred, i odgojiteljice tijekom jednog mjeseca. Intervjui su provedeni i u drugom vrtiću samo s dvoje odgojitelja (kvalificirani pedagog i ravnateljica). Marginalizirani učenici se identificiraju zbog potekoća s kojima se suočavaju. Tijekom provođenja studije uspjeli smo pojačati samopouzdanje učenika i pomogli stvoriti suosjećanije kolsko okruženje. To se postiže u vrtićkom projektu u kojem polaznici s pomoću digitalnog softvera za pripovijedanje pričaju svoje osobne priče. Na cilj bio je i potaknuti stvaranje priča za produkciju, za to se koristio digitalni softver za pripovijedanje Scratch. Ključne riječi: suradnja; digitalno pripovijedanje; poboljanje kolske jedinice; pluralistički odgoj I obrazovanje; djeca predkolskog uzrasta
Impact of Using Social Media upon the Mental Health of Adolescent Students of preparatory Schools in Al-Diwanyah City

Objective: To know the impact of social networks on the mental health of adolescents in the city of Diwaniyah.Methodology: A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted on adolescents in preparatory schools in ALDiwaniyahCity Center, for the period from Jun 26, 2015 through to October 20, 2015. The schools wereselected from using Probability sampling (240 random samples) six schools were selected from 32 schools (20 %from total number) the schools were chosen by writing the names of all schools on a pieces of paper and put inbags. Then, selected six schools random, three boys schools (2 preparatory and 1 secondary) three girls schools(2 preparatory and 1 secondary), then I chose the sample the students in grade (fourth preparatory and fifthpreparatory) students (sample) were chosen at random to take 30%_33% of each grade. The data were collectedthrough interview by questionnaire which consists of three parts, (1) socio-demographic characteristics of thesample consisted of four items, they includes students age, gender, social status, family economic status. (2) Theprograms and systems of social network (uses of networks and programs and the number of use hours). (3)Psychological aspect consists 13 items. Data analysis by using program of (SPSS) version 19, Descriptive datathrough determination of: Frequencies, Percentages, Mean of score, Graphical presentation and Statistical table,Inferential statistical data analysis by application Chi–square test used this test for determine the associationbetween social network and adolescent's mental health.Results: Facebook is most using of among Social network sites (42%) , as for systems electronic was greaterusing smart phones (mobile) (49.5%) , (53.8%) of the study subjects, (68.8%) of the study subjects, overallresponses to the psychological health domain are high affected.Recommendations: The study recommended that Families or parent and teacher should employ a monitoringand frequent follow up for contain use addiction social networks sites, the mobile and others system that affectupon psychological health. Ministry of education should make more attention toward apply laws about inter theMobil and other system to school. Organizations community health should be applying and reinforcing healtheducation regard to the use of social networks sites
Trauma and Existentialism in Cormac McCarthy’s The Road (2006)

Since its publication in 2006, The Road has attracted the attention of many academics. The book has been understood by some as a conceited response to the terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center of September 11, 2001. Although the novel undoubtedly shares some of the characteristics which are typical of 9/11 novels, approaching it exclusively from this perspective can lead to a very narrow reading because, as I aim to show in this paper, the message that the novel conveys goes beyond one of non-violence. This paper analyzes the novel from the combined perspectives of trauma studies and Camus’ existentialism and shows that the novel’s strength lies in both the portrayal of the emotional consequences of a collective trauma and the existentialist message that it conveys in the face of devastation, while also offering reverberations of our (preapocalyptic) times.
The Impact of Media Use, Identity, and Pro-Environmental Orientations on Racial/Ethnic Groups’ Attitudes Toward Ecobranding

Abstract Survey data is used to explore the comparative pro-environmental orientations of Latino, African American, White, and Asian American consumers (N = 1,216) and their attitudes toward Ecobranding. Results of this exploratory study reveal U.S. racial/ethnic groups do not differ significantly in attitudes or purchase intentions toward Ecobranding. However, frequency of news consumption via the Internet, television, and through friends lead to disparately favorable attitudes toward Ecobranding for African Americans, Asian Americans, and non-Hispanic Whites. Overall, results indicate that Asian Americans have more favorable pro-environmental orientations than the other racial/ethnic groups, whereas Latinos, Whites, and African Americans do not significantly differ.
Epilepsy and Autism Spectrum Disorder: An Epidemiological Study in Shanghai, China

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental disease that may involve various brain abnormalities. However, there are few large epidemiological studies on the relation between epilepsy and ASD in terms of different genders and ages. This study aimed to evaluate the relation between epilepsy and ASD based on 74,251 Chinese children aged 3–12 years who were recruited from kindergartens and primary schools in China. ASD was diagnosed according to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders—Fifth Edition (DSM-V), and verification of epilepsy was based on medical records. The enrolled children diagnosed with ASD were examined by magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and took genetic tests to rule out other neurological and congenital diseases. The raw odds ratio (OR) was 60.53 [95% confidence interval (CI) = 37.80–96.92, P < 0.01] for epilepsy and ASD, and the adjusted OR was 38.99 (95% CI = 20.70–73.41, P < 0.01) after controlling for the confounders. Moreover, the adjusted OR was significantly higher in girls (OR = 45.26, 95% CI = 16.42–124.76, P < 0.01) than in boys (OR = 32.64, 95% CI = 14.33–74.34, P < 0.01). Among children with younger age, the adjusted OR was the highest (OR = 75.12, 95% CI = 22.80–247.48.16, P < 0.01). These findings suggest that epilepsy might be closely linked to the development of ASD, especially for early-onset epilepsy and among girls.
Synchrony of Intersecting Temporalities in Young People’s Housing Transitions: Intergenerational Cross-national Comparisons

ABSTRACT This paper takes a longer historical view on the topic of young people and housing and examines how intersecting temporalities affect both the timing of moving out of the parental household and the subsequent housing trajectories for three generations in the same families. Synchrony between levels of biographical, family and historical time are important for timing of transitions. A main question addressed is if and how synchrony or lack of such between temporal levels affect biographical decisions in questions of housing and moving out. The paper is based on a study with a case-based cross-national comparative design and involves analysis of cases set in the wider contexts of Norwegian and British societies. In both countries changes at the structural level across generations have affected timing of moving out at the family and biographical levels and thus the synchrony involved in these processes.
INDONESIAN STUDENT TEACHERS’ CRITICAL THINKING SKILLS IN TEXT ANALYSIS WITH CDA APPROACH

Purpose of Study: The present study investigated the impact of critical discourse analysis (CDA) on Indonesian students teachers’ critical thinking skills in their final projects. Methodology: The study analyzed four final projects of student teachers text analysis. It was a qualitative meta-study applying four stages of Brengtsson'scontent analysis. These student teachers analyzed the world leaders’ political speeches and lawyers’ arguments in court using the CDA approach. Results: The result of the analysis indicated that 58.3% of the students got the Proficient Level achievement, spreading from the critical skills of communication, analysis (interpretation) and synthesis. Implications/Applications: The result illustrates that text analysis with CDA devices positively influenced the student teachers’ critical thinking skills. Meanwhile, 75% of them were at low achievement, at the Emergent level, for Reflection (Self-regulating) skills, due to the fact that these students were not accustomed to observing their own analysis.
Faculty members' perceptions of online program community and their efforts to sustain it

This study investigated faculty members' perceptions of program community and what they do to support it in online graduate programs. Researchers developed and administered an online survey to ascertain perceptions of program community among education and engineering faculty members at United States, land‐grant, research‐extensive universities. Three hundred forty‐four faculty members responded. Most participants thought that fostering community beyond courses was important. Faculty members used a variety of strategies to accomplish this task, including social media, synchronous communication and advising, face‐to‐face socials and orientations, and cohort models. Yet, many also relied on classroom strategies. Several participants indicated that they and their students lacked the time, resources or interest to pursue program community and that geographical distance and university reward policies complicated its establishment. Differences via discipline, gender and years of online teaching experience were also reported. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
Using Assessment Metadata to Quantify the Impact of Test Disengagement on Estimates of Educational Effectiveness

Abstract Educational stakeholders have long known that students might not be fully engaged when taking an achievement test and that such disengagement could undermine the inferences drawn from observed scores. Thanks to the growing prevalence of computer-based tests and the new forms of metadata they produce, researchers have developed and validated procedures for using item response times to identify responses to items that are likely disengaged. In this study, we examine the impact of two techniques to account for test disengagement—(a) removing unengaged test takers from the sample and (b) adjusting test scores to remove rapidly guessed items—on estimates of school contributions to student growth, achievement gaps, and summer learning loss. Our results indicate that removing disengaged examinees from the sample will likely induce bias in the estimates, although as a whole accounting for disengagement had minimal impact on the metrics we examined. Last, we provide guidance for policy makers and evaluators on how to account for disengagement in their own work and consider the promise and limitations of using achievement test metadata for related purposes.
Knowledge and practice of informed consent by physiotherapists and therapy assistants in KwaZulu-Natal Province, South Africa

Background Informed consent is a doctrinal prerequisite in accordance with the National Health Act 2003 and professional ethical guidelines. Current regulations stipulate that healthcare professionals obtain informed consent from patients prior to treatment. Misconduct charges relating to inadequate information disclosure have been recorded against South African physiotherapists. Objectives This study evaluated knowledge and barriers to informed consent practice among physiotherapists and assistants at Ethekwini District public health institutions. Methods This cross-sectional study utilised self-administered questionnaires. Statistical Package for Social Sciences was used to analyse variables. Significance level and attitude correlation was determined using chi-squared tests, Pearson’s correlation and Spearman’s coefficient. Results Forty-nine respondents (43 physiotherapists, 3 technicians, 3 assistants) completed this study. Mean age and professional experience of respondents were 38 and 14 years, respectively. The majority were female (93%); 56% spent 5 to 10 min obtaining informed consent, mostly verbally (89%); while 47% correctly identified age of consent to routine treatment (12 years). Information provided to patients by respondents included treatment benefits (100%), common risks (81%) and ‘all material risks’ (31%). Fifty per cent of respondents showed positive attitudes to informed consent. Conclusions Some practising physiotherapists and assistants in KwaZulu-Natal public healthcare institutions had only partial knowledge of informed consent regulations and local laws. Barriers to informed consent included language and excessive workload. Clinical implications Patient-centred care is quality healthcare, and adequate informed consent knowledge improves clinical outcomes, respects patients’ dignity and autonomy. Continued professional education on healthcare law and ethics should be provided to practising physiotherapists and assistants.