Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Can I reach it? A study in age-related macular degeneration and glaucoma patients

ABSTRACT Aims: The visual exploration and the ability to correctly locate a target in reaching an object are critical in daily life. We investigate the object reachability judgment in neovascular age-related macular disease (nAMD) and primary open-angle glaucoma patients (POAG). Methods: Sixty-three participants were recruited in 4 groups (15 nAMD, 15 POAG, 18 old controls and 15 young controls). For each trial a cylinder moved between 11 random distances (from the border of their own peripersonal space 0, ±3, ±6, ±, ±12, ±15 cm). Participants had to estimate if they thought that the object was reachable or not. Results: POAG patients estimated that they could reach targets that were farther than their own peripersonal space (increased by 5.8 cm compared to the three other groups: 2.6 cm). The performance of the nAMD group and the normally sighted group were equivalent. Conclusions: The present study highlights the hypothesis of reach and grasps impairments in POAG due to difficulties in the estimation of reachability which is the beginning of any motor action processing. The reachability judgment of the nAMD patients is not affected. We conclude that POAG can modify the perceived peripersonal space of the patients and induce changes in the reachability judgment.
Mentally Retarded Persons Offences; Causes of Crime and Prevention from the Perspective of Police Officers, Lawyers and Judges

Article history: Received 14 Feb 2014 Received in revised form 24 February 2014 Accepted 29 March 2014 Available online 5 May 2014 Keyword: Mentally retarded offenders, police officers, lawyers, judges This study aims to identify and prioritize the most serious crimes committed by mentally retarded people, causes and factors to prevent the commission of a crime from the perspective of police officers, lawyers and judges are doing. A qualitative study using the Delphi 33-member team, which included the participation of 11 police officers, 11 lawyers and 11 judges were 3 stages finally, a statistical summary of responses provided And the new ranking was determined based on the mean and the standard was set high standards seventh. Results: Results of this study showed that Lowest and the most frequent crimes committed by mentally retarded people were killed and damage to property, the most important factors influencing their low average IQ delinquency and abuse by other perpetrators and the most important factors in the prevention of delinquency mentally retarded people, by the people through education and awareness Culturing them is correct. Conclusion: Since individuals with mental retardation, a series of social problems, economic, cultural and educational have to educate people on to support their rights and education & training of police officers, lawyers and judges necessary condition for justice it is. © 2014 AENSI Publisher All rights reserved. To Cite This Article: H Fatemeh Dehdarzadeh, Hossain Mir Mohammad Sadeghi, Mohammad Ali Mahdavi Sabet, Mohammad Ashori. , Mentally Retarded Persons Offences; Causes of Crime and Prevention from the Perspective of Police Officers, Lawyers and Judges. Adv. Environ. Biol., 8(4), 1040-1045, 2014
The Mediating Role of Early Maladaptive Schemas in the Relationship between Childhood Traumatic Events and Complex Posttraumatic Stress Disorder Symptoms in Older Adults (>64 Years)

Abstract The current study investigated the mediating role of Early Maladaptive Schemas (EMS) in the association between childhood trauma and Complex PTSD (CPTSD) symptom severity in a clinical sample of 42 older adults (>64 years). It was found that EMS total score mediated the relationship between childhood trauma and CPTSD symptom severity. Two second order schema factors (Disconnection; Impaired Autonomy) also had a mediating role in this relationship. Results provide preliminary support for the utility of interventions targeting EMS, particularly in the domains of Disconnection and Impaired Autonomy, in order to alleviate CPTSD symptoms. Future research is required to replicate these results within larger samples and to examine the efficacy of schema and cognitive interventions within trauma exposed older adults.
The Healer's Power

In this provocative new book a philosopher-physician explores issues of medical ethics involved in a physician's use of power. Drawing from literary works dealing with medical power-from Dostoevsky's "The Grand Inquisitor" to stories by Richard Selzer-Dr. Howard Brody argues that proposals to reduce or eliminate the power of the physician are misguided; instead, guidelines should be developed for the use of medical power so that the physician shares with the patient both information and the responsibility for deciding on appropriate treatment. "Some years ago, Brody, a physician with both clinical and academic obligations, began wondering why the concept of power so seldom entered into discussions of medical ethics.This solidly written and documented book is Brody's closely reasoned, thought-provoking analysis of that concept.An excellent text for-besides all levels of medical education-law discussion groups and individuals interested in the modern role of medicine. "-Booklist "A book with an intellectual energy, literate style, and sturdy originality . We could not wish for a wiser guide than this book. "-Michael Loudon, Lancet "I find Brody's book fascinating. Surely, the concept of power is of critical importance in medical ethics. It is time that someone provide the serious, systematic examination of it that Brody offers. Brody is one of a very small group of physicians doing serious work in medical ethics. It is delightful to receive his newest contribution. His extensive use of literary material makes the chapters both novel and enjoyable reading. "-Robert M. Veatch
"Work for what?" the meaning and the sense of work for the bankers

The work of the banking sector has been affected by several transformations, especially by the insertion of the technological equipment in the agencies and integrated information systems, to control the time, the work and the productivity of the bankers. In this context, the purpose of this study is to understand the meaning and meaning of the work for bankers. The research characterized by the quantitative method, and the data collection was carried out through a survey applied to 65 bankers, who answered a questionnaire with closed questions. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics techniques (mean and standard deviation) and factorial analysis. The main meanings pointed out by the bankers are that the work is something that allows the improvement, that adds value to life, as well as offers a contribution to the community. In this sense, work means a set of relevant activities to meet professional needs, personal values and contribute to society. It was found that the main factors that give meaning to the work in the banking sector is the guarantee of a quiet future, respect in the work environment, transparency and, its influence and social utility in what comprises justice and equality, corresponding to the desires Interests of the worker.
Social networks and subjective norms: The Mediating effect of financial self efficacy on financial Inclusion

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to examine the mediating effect of financial self- efficacy on the relationship between social networks, subjective norms and financial inclusion among individuals in Uganda. Design/Methodology/Approach: We used a quantitative approach and cross sectional research design with a sample of 400 individuals from urban Central and rural Northern Uganda. Structural equation modeling was used to establish and test the hypothesized relationships and mediation effects between social networks, subjective norms and financial inclusion. Findings: The results suggest that financial self-efficacy is a mediator of the relationship between social networks, subjective norms and financial inclusion. Furthermore, significant relationships between social networks, subjective norms and financial inclusion were found. Research Limitations: The study was assessed using both potential and actual consumers of financial services collectively. However, if separately assessed, possibly there would be a variation in perceptions or behavioral responses towards financial inclusion. Practical Implications: There is a need to develop and sustain high levels of financial confidence among individuals to enable them use formal financial services through the social networks and subjective norms in which they are embedded and social values they uphold. Originality/Value: The results contribute towards the limited empirical and theoretical evidence regarding the mediating role of financial self-efficacy in explaining financial behaviour.
Use intention of automated self-service services in mobile telecom

The aim of this study is to propose a model to evaluate consumers’ intention of adopting a new type customer service technology, self-service customer services (SSCS), analyzing the effects that consumers’ cognitive and affective perceptions about technology along with their communication with peers in social media have on their intention to adopt services of this nature. An online questionnaire was made available over the Internet to a base of 830,000 customers of a large mobile telecom carrier, with 5,262 valid questionnaires being obtained in response. Through structural equation modeling, the assumptions of the model were tested and the results show evidence of the influence of cognitive, emotional and social aspects on the consumer intention to adopt self-service customer service technologies.
Student Experiences and Perceptions of Participation in Student-Led Health Clinics: A Systematic Review

ABSTRACT Supervised student-led health clinics provide students with opportunities to develop practice skills with “real” people by delivering clinical services to underserved communities. Clinics provide opportunities for interprofessional learning and the development of clinical, communication, leadership, and teamwork skills. A systematic review was reported in accordance with guidelines recommended in PRISMA to explore the perceptions and experiences of social work students within student-led health clinics. The review found very few studies either addressed the experiences of social work students specifically or reported them, and that social work students were not always included in student-led health clinics. Benefits of participation for students from a range of disciplines related to interprofessional experiences, work with marginalized communities/real world experiences, personal benefit and skill development. Of concern is the lack of research attention to the social work student experience which may point to a gap in social work education and social work’s apparent absence in some multidisciplinary student-led health clinics.
Testing Competing Hypotheses on the Interplay of Importance and Support of the Basic Psychological Needs at Work and Personality Development with Response Surface Analysis

Even though environmental contexts have been associated with personality development, little attention has been paid to individuals’ psychological perceptions thereof. Basic psychological needs theory assesses environments based on their levels of autonomy, competence, and relatedness support. In order to better understand the factors that drive personality development we related the support of basic psychological needs (BPN) and the individual importance ascribed to BPN support to Big Five personality development 1.5 years later. We focused on the context of the first job in a longitudinal study of young Germans (NT1 = 1,886; MageT1 = 18.41). Based on theory and previous research we derived multiple hypotheses and tested them simultaneously against each other with an information theoretic approach including response surface analyses. Results differed across the Big Five: Controlling for personality at T1, people who ascribed greater importance to BPN support, had higher perceptions of BPN support, and who had an incongruence between the two at T1 were higher in emotional stability and extraversion at T2. The pattern was more complex for openness, whereas individuals ascribing more importance to BPN support at T1 were more agreeable and conscientious at T2. Findings are discussed for theory and future research of personality development.
Differences in approach run kinematics: successful vs. unsuccessful jumps in the pole vault

ABSTRACT This study investigated biomechanical differences between successful and unsuccessful jumps during a pole vault competition. Two hundred and seven pairs of successful and unsuccessful jumps at the same height were analysed. Participants included male and female athletes of three different age groups with bar height clearances ranging from 2.81 to 5.91 m. Run-up parameters were collected using an Optojump Next system and a Stalker Pro II radar gun. A 2D kinematical analysis was conducted to obtain selected parameters of the take-off. Only trivial and small differences were found between successful and unsuccessful jumps. The speed at last touchdown showed a significant small difference between successful and unsuccessful jumps, as the greater speed at take-off (+0.15 m/s) was observed at successful jumps compared to unsuccessful jumps. Furthermore, female athletes showed a significant small difference in horizontal hand–foot distance between successful jumps and unsuccessful jumps (+0.05 m and +0.06 m at pole plant and take-off, respectively). The results suggest that pole vaulters should produce a fast run-up and avoid a decrease in speed before take-off. Small adjustments in the take-off posture might increase the transfer of energy from the athlete to the pole and thus an improvement concerning the height of bar clearance.
The Combined Effects of Exercise and Garlic Pill Intake on Body Composition, CRP and Adiponectin in Obese High School Male Students

The purpose of this study was to investigate the effects of combined exercise program and garlic pill intake on Body Composition, CRP and Adiponectin in obese high school male students. Twenty-one male students in city B volunteered to participate, and the signed consents were received before the study. Experimental groups were garlic pill intake with combined exercise group (n
Parents’ perspectives about their experience in the ACT-Raising Safe Kids program: A qualitative study

A presente investigação teve como principal objetivo compreender a perspetiva dos pais acerca da sua experiência e participação no ACT-Raising Safe Kids (RSK), um programa parental universal que visa prevenir a violência na infância. Realizaram-se entrevistas semiestruturadas presenciais a 10 pais (9 mães e 1 pai) de crianças entre os 3 e os 8 anos. Recorreu-se à análise de conteúdo e a procedimentos de estatística descritiva para analisar os dados obtidos. Os resultados indicaram que os pais decidiram participar no programa porque necessitavam de resolver problemas específicos e pretendiam aumentar conhecimentos, melhorar competências parentais e partilhar experiências. Após a participação no ACT-RSK, os pais reportaram uma maior consciência do seu comportamento, adequação das suas expetativas e aquisição de informação. Os participantes percecionaram um aumento da capacidade de autorregulação e autoeficácia e do uso de práticas parentais positivas. A mudança parental resultou na melhoria da capacidade de autorregulação, consciência das regras e redução dos problemas de comportamento dos filhos. Relativamente à implementação do ACT-RSK, os pais valorizaram os conteúdos abordados e a pertença ao grupo. Contudo, os participantes identificaram barreiras pessoais e do programa, tais como a falta de disponibilidade e o facto de considerarem algumas sessões menos úteis. Neste estudo, são discutidas as implicações dos resultados e apresentadas futuras linhas de investigação.
Development of Real-Time Benchmark Models for Integration Studies of Advanced Energy Conversion Systems

Benchmark models provide a common platform that facilitates comparison of different methods and strategies that can be further validated in a real representation of the power system. Nevertheless, when using RMS test cases, transients present in modern power systems may be neglected. Modern energy conversion systems require an enhanced level of detail in order to properly represent their behavior. Moreover, due to the steady increase of non-synchronous generation, new operation and management strategies need to be tested to ensure power system security. One way to overcome these constraints is to use EMT real-time digital simulations which allows to obtain high precision results in a timeframe suited to a specific study. This work presents an EMT real-time model for integration studies of advanced energy conversion systems that can be flexibly expanded to higher renewable penetration. The model, based on the Simplified Australian 14-Generator test system, has been expanded to represent in an improved way the dynamics of power system components as well as the high penetration of non-synchronous power electronics generation. Transient simulations are undertaken to illustrate system's response due to non-synchronous generation and when faults are applied. This work also addresses the current gap in benchmark models for real-time simulations.
Gender Differences in Entrepreneurial Attitude & Intentions among university Students

This empirical study aims at assessing the attitudes, perception and intention of university students towards entrepreneurship and new venture creation with a focus on gender differences in entrepreneurial perceptions and intentions to start new business in the future. Data were collected using a questionnaire-based survey of 350 students at the University of Khartoum in Sudan. The target population was the students in the final year in the University of Khartoum. The stratified sampling technique was used to select the sample size because the population consisted of a number of subgroups that differed in their characteristics. The results showed significant differences between genders in entrepreneurial intentions and its antecedents. Thus, it is important that customized approaches based on gender are needed for developing entrepreneurial intentions among college students.
“It’s OK. She Doesn’t Even Speak English”: Narratives of Language, Culture, and Identity Negotiation by Immigrant High School Students

This study employs narrative inquiry to explore the experiences of two female, first-generation immigrant- and refugee-background students from West Africa. Using interview as conversation for guiding open-ended research questions and Yosso’s community cultural wealth (CCW) framework, we present participant narratives that speak to both similar and divergent experiences, which demonstrate a deep understanding of complex social issues presenting both tensions and opportunities for African immigrant and refugee student educational success in the United States. The study draws implications for rephrasing normative thinking about emerging multilingual students of African descent and developing a culturally responsive pedagogy for all students.
WORK ENVIRONMENT, JOB SATISFACTION AND EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE IN HEALTH SERVICES

This investigation point is to appraise the work environment, job satisfaction and the employees performance of Rumah Sakit Swasta in Jakarta. The point is also to appraise the phenomenon of the work environment, on the job satisfaction and its involvement to the employees performance of Rumah Sakit Swasta in Jakarta. The investigation is using the quantitative investigation. The sample for data collection was taken from 82 employees of Rumah Sakit Swasta in Jakarta through questionnaires. From the investigation done, it is demonstrated that the work environment has positive effect toward the job satisfaction and employee’s performance, and job satisfaction do have a positive involvement on the employee’s performance of Rumah Sakit Swasta in Jakarta.
DIFFERENCES IN MUSIC PREFERENCES BETWEEN MUSICIANS AND NON-MUSICIANS

The aim of this research was to check potential differences in music preferences between musicians and non-musicians. Music preferences were evinced by a short test on the topic (STOMP-R: Rentfrow & Gosling 2003), of the four types of music: Reflexive and Complex, Intense and Rebellious, Upbeat and Conventional, Energetic and Rhythmic. A sample of 209 students from the University of Niš (M=75; F=134), 112 non-musicians and 97 of musicians, were asked to give their opinion. The results of the t-test showed that there are differences between musicians and non-musicians as far as the preferences for one type of music or another is concerned. Statistically significant differences were found for the Reflexive and Complex music (p=.000), as well as for the Upbeat and Conventional music (p=.001). All statistically significant differences were in favor of the musicians. These results show that musicians prefer Reflexive and Complex as well as Upbeat and Conventional music, while differences don’t exist for the remaining two types of music. On the other hand, when it comes to differences in the preference for Upbeat and Conventional music, they can be attributed only to female subsample, so only female musicians differ from female non-musicians when it comes to preference for this type of music (p=.001), while male musicians don’t differ from male non-musicians, on the preference for thins genre (p=.213).
Results of prostate cancer screening in non-symptomatic men

Objectives: To verify prostate cancer prevalence in non-symptomatic men between 50 and 70 years old as well as cancer characteristics. Material and Methods: 2815 non-symptomatic men had total PSA and digital rectal examination performed between March 1998 and April 1998. Racial distribution was: 2331 Caucasians (83.9%), 373 Blacks (13.4%) and 75 Asiatic (2.7%). PSA was normal in 2554 (91.4%), 4 to 10 in 177 (6.3%) and greater than 10 in 64 (2.3%). DRE was normal in 2419 (86.3%), suspicious in 347 (12.4%) and characteristic for cancer in 37 (1.3%). Men with abnormal DRE and/or PSA had transrectal prostate biopsy indicated. Results: 461 biopsies were done and 78 tumors was detected (prevalence = 2.8%). Prevalence was progressively higher with age (p 0.05) and 94.9% of detected tumors were moderately or poorly differentiated. Sensibility, specificity, positive predictive value, negative predictive value and total accuracy for PSA were respectively: 66.6%; 89.7%; 51.7%; 94.2% and 86.5%. For DRE, the respective values were: 49.1%; 79.4%; 50.9%; 78.3% and 70.3%. Conclusions: prostate cancer prevalence in the studied population (2.8%) was similar to that of other countries populations. Cancer prevalence in blacks was 1.65 times higher than in Caucasians (difference was not statistically significant). Cancer prevalence becomes higher with aging. The association of DRE and PSA is of paramount importance for cancer diagnosis. The great majority of detected tumors (94.9%) was moderately and poorly differentiated. Brazil probably needs regional studies to better characterize prostate cancer epidemiology due to population heterogeneity.