Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Assessing the functions of prescription stimulant abuse among college students

iv List of Figures . vi List of Tables . vii Chapter One: Introduction . 1 Possible Reinforcing Functions of NMPSU Among College Students . 2 Behavioral Economic Demand as a Measure of Drug Reinforcing Efficacy . 3 Use of HPT to Measure Drug Function . 5 Research Questions . 5 Chapter Two: Method. 7 Participants and Procedures . 7 Measures . 7 Demographic and NMPSU Questions . 7 Ranking Preferred Drug Functions . 8 Functional Purchase Task (FPT) . 8 Parameters of Interest . 9 Data Handling Procedures. 11 Data Analysis Plan . 12 Chapter Three: Results . 14 Chapter Four: Discussion . 23 References . 27
Through Childhood Relationship with Grandparent, Enculturation Leads to Resilience in Native American Adults

ABSTRACT Native American grandparents foster culture in their grandchildren and that enculturation predicts positive outcomes. No research has examined whether the warmth of the grandparent/grandchild relationship influences enculturation and thereby, resilience. We tested the hypothesis that warmth of the grandparent/grandchild relationship mediates the relationship between enculturation and resilience. Second, we hypothesize that warmer relationships with grandparents during childhood will predict greater resilience. Using a sample of 80 Native American adults (58 women, 22 men) ranging in age from 18 to 79 years (M = 40.41, SD = 15), we completed a multiple regression analysis using a path analytic/bootstrapping method. There was a significant indirect relationship between enculturation and resilience within the context of the grandparent/grandchild relationship. Warmth of relationship with grandparent positively predicted resilience. These results inform efforts to implement culture as a protective mechanism against the high rates of suicide, substance abuse, and instability within Native American communities.
Couple Therapy Treatments for Substance Use Disorders: A Systematic Review

Social workers inevitably encounter couples suffering as a result of one partner's substance use disorder. Couples might want to address the impact of the addiction on their couple relationship. Certain models of couple therapy have been well studied as intervention tools in this particular context. This article synthesizes what is known about couple therapy in the context of substance use disorders, through employing a systematic review of existing literature published in the past 20 years (1992–2012). Limitations and identified gaps in the existing literature are discussed, and recommendations are offered for future research on treating couples in the context of substance use disorders.
Seismic testing of a building structure with a semi-active fluid damper control system

This paper describes shaking table tests of a multi-storey scale-model building structure subjected to seismic excitation and controlled by a semi-active fluid damper control system. The semi-active dampers were installed in the lateral bracing of the structure and the mechanical properties of the dampers were modified according to control algorithms which utilized the measured response of the structure. A simplified time-delay compensation method was developed to account for delays within the control system. The results of the shaking table tests are presented and interpreted and analytical predictions are shown to compare reasonably well with the experimental results. © 1997 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.
A Comparative Study of Lexical Bundles in Soft Science Articles Written by Native and Iranian Authors

Writing academic texts by novice researchers requires a framework and support by learning how to cite the works of others. However, compared to the studies on other academic writings, studying citations by considering certainty markers has received little attention. The main purpose of this study was to investigate the shifts of certainty markers (hedges and boosters) in pre- and post-citation pieces of arguments in Applied Linguistic Textbooks. To this end, representative samples of about 50 Applied Linguistic Textbooks in 18 different topic areas were selected randomly from among 100 Textbooks and were analyzed on the basis of Hyland’s (2005) model. The researchers studied both direct/indirect and integral/non-integral citations and examined their pre- and post-citation parts in order to identify shifts of certainty that occurs in pre- and post-citation arguments. The analysis of the citations resulted in identification of nine different patterns. The study concludes with some implications for post-graduate students, novice researchers, academic writers and readers to equip themselves with discoursal properties required for writing academic textbooks.
Determinants of Patient-Directed Citizenship Behaviors of Nurses in Thailand: A Motivation Model

This cross-sectional study explored how transformational leaders and public service motives impacted patient-directed citizenship behaviors of the nurses in three southern border provinces of Thailand. The participants of 813 nurses were selected via multi-stage sampling. A questionnaire was employed as its instrument. The structural model analysis revealed a congruence between the hypothesized model and the empirical data where
Proximity dimensions effects on innovation of footwear firms in Local Production Systems (LPS): case studies in Brazil and Colombia.

VILLAMIL RAMÍREZ, B. A. Proximity dimensions effects on innovation of footwear firms in Local Production Systems (LPS): case studies in Brazil and Colombia. 2019. 269 p. Tese (Doutorado em Engenharia de Produção) – Escola Politécnica da Universidade de São Paulo, Universidade de São Paulo, São Paulo, Brasil, 2019. With the aim to identify the best practices for small and medium manufacture firms in local production systems (LPS) in their mutual proximity and access to knowledge that improves their innovation abilities (spillovers), the correlation of institutional, organizational, social and cognitive proximities is studied, as well as firm characteristics (production, innovation, experience) with its growth (production, employees, sales). Interviews are done to 53 footwear firms from two LPS (Jaú, São Paulo, Brazil and Cali, Valle, Colombia), classified in ten intersected subgroups (region, type of product, size) that correlate in Spearman coefficient matrixes (Rho). It concludes that proximity dimensions are not a direct vehicle to achieve growth results in firms, since only cognitive proximity evidences permanent correlations with all growth indexes, although this is only for specialized LPS (one type of product for one market). It is also found that the behaviour of firms is very varied, and correlations are differentiated whether it is a specialized or diverse sector, which moves discussion to differences in the results of production models.
Construct validity of measures of college teaching effectiveness.

Tour d'horizon des recherches sur la precision des diverses methodes d'evaluation de l'efficacite des enseignements. Problemes specifiques dus aux limites des techniques de recherche. La comparaison des appreciations sur leurs enseignants des eleves actuels et des anciens eleves est un procede particulierement interessant. Etude sur un echantillon de quarante-trois assistants d'universite representant huit disciplines
Learning from Supervisor Negative Gossip: The Reflective Learning Process

Workplace gossip is generally viewed as a deviant behavior that negatively affects the work outcomes of employees. However, we argue that this negative view is incomplete. Drawing on the cultural learning perspective of gossip and social learning theory, we examine how the job performance of employee receivers benefits from supervisor negative gossip through reflective learning. On the basis of multi-source, cross-sectional designs, Studies 1 and 2 consistently find that supervisor negative gossip facilitates employee receiver reflective learning and subsequent job performance when controlling for two sets of theory-relevant variables. Study 3, which has a multi-source, cross-lagged panel design, provides further evidence of the directional relationship from supervisor negative gossip to employee receiver job performance through reflective Corresponding author: Fuli Li, School of Management, Xi’an Jiaotong University, No. 28, Xianning West Road, Xi’an, Shaanxi, P. R. China, 710049. Email: fuli@xjtu.edu. cn LEARNING FROM SUPERVISOR NEGATIVE GOSSIP 2 learning. The findings of the three separate field studies support the positive effect of supervisor negative gossip on employee receivers from a learning perspective. We discuss the theoretical and practical implications of these findings in terms of how employee receiver job performance can benefit from workplace negative gossip.
How Do Communication Modalities Influence Intergenerational Communication?

This cross-sectional study analyzes the rapidly developing landscape of online communications. In particular, it studies the modalities used by three generations, which include baby boomers, Gen X, and Gen Y/millennials. In addition to analyzing their preferred methods, researchers also studied the conflicting views on other generations. This was done through data collected from an online survey administered via email and social media posts. It was hypothesized that the gaps in communication styles between different generations would be significantly different than the other generations mentioned. Researchers found that while generational differences are still present among the three demographics studied, a significant number of similarities between the groups were present as well. One example being that the majority of individuals from each generation reported using Facebook as their primary social media service (SMS) as well as over 90% stating that they felt confident in their ability to effectively utilize new forms of technology and social media.
Carers’ experiences of dementia support groups: A qualitative exploration

Dementia rates are growing (WHO, 2017) and as dementia is associated with a loss of independence, carers are required. Caring for a dementia patient places great demands on the carer’s resources (WHO, 2017). Previous research has indicated that whilst carers are at increased risk of poor mental and physical health (Diener & Chan, 2011; Mahoney et al., 2005; Mausbach et al., 2007) there are some effective protective measures against these increased risks (Cooper et al., 2012; Elvish et al., 2013; Kaufman et al., 2010). Aims: This study aimed to evaluate a dementia support group, in relation to protective measures including social and emotional support, in a real-life rural setting from a carers’ perspective. Method: Fourteen informal carers of dementia patients were interviewed about their experiences of attending dementia support groups. The interviews were transcribed verbatim and subject to thematic analysis. Findings: The analysis showed that attendance to the support group was associated with subjective well-being, and that social support provided by the group was both stimulating and supportive for the carers. Participants valued the opportunity to share their experiences of being a carer with fellow group members and finding out about resources. Frequently, participants reported that that the time period surrounding their loved one receiving a diagnosis of dementia was traumatic
Family Leadership Styles and Deviant Behaviours of Primary School Pupils in Enugu State, Nigeria

OBJECTIVE: This study examined family leadership styles as determinants of deviant behaviours among primary school pupils in Enugu State, Nigeria. METHODS: The study adopted a correlational research design. A total of 821 pupils were drawn as the sample for the study. A questionnaire was used as an instrument for the study. RESULTS: The major findings of the study revealed that primary school pupils exhibited 12 out of 15 types of deviant behaviours such as indulging in exam malpractice, not devoted to studies, Bullying weaker pupils, fighting among pupils, lateness to school, and keeping bad friends among others as identified. It also showed that the authoritarian family leadership style had a significant relationship with primary school pupils’ deviant behaviour. Again it was discovered that the authoritative family leadership style also called assertive, democratic or balance family leadership style had a significant relationship with pupils’ deviant behaviours negatively. Moreover, permissive family leadership style had also a significant relationship with primary school pupils’ deviant behaviours. The result also indicated that neglectful family leadership style had a significant relationship with primary school pupils’ deviant behaviours. Furthermore, the result showed that family size had a significant influence on deviant behaviours exhibited by primary school pupils in Enugu state. CONCLUSION: Rewarding and praising children who have good behaviours and assigning models to role-play by pupils with deviant behaviours may help to curb deviant behaviours among primary school pupils.
Learning From the Experiences and Development of Latina School Leaders

Purpose: With the rise of the Latinx student population in the United States and the urgency to meet the needs of this diverse community, there has been an increased concern and interest in preparing more Latinx educators and school leaders. This study contributes to this knowledge base by centering the voices and experiences of four Latina school leaders in the United States. All of the school leaders were current or former school principals and/or assistant principals at the time of the study, with three being from Texas and one from California. Research Approach: Drawing on the methodological tenets of testimonio, this study asked: What are Latina school leaders’ professional experiences like, both positive and negative, given the intersectionality of their social identities? Utilizing intersectionality as a theoretical framework provided the means to analyze and understand Latina school leaders’ multiple social identities and the role that such identities played in their professional roles and career trajectories as school leaders within the larger context of educational politics and systemic inequities. Findings: Testimonios of participants centered on four themes related to how they confronted gender roles and expectations of motherhood, the criticality of mentorship, how they confronted and addressed racism and sexism, and harnessed bilingualism to empower self and others. Implications: Findings help inform those seeking to meet the needs of our growing Latinx student population, including school district administrators, current and upcoming school leaders, and those working to prepare a more diverse school leadership pipeline.
Gambling Behaviour Data and Modalities of Persuasive Interaction for Enabling Responsible Online Gambling

Online gambling, unlike offline forms of gambling and other mediums of problematic and addictive behaviours such as alcohol and tobacco, offers unprecedented opportunities for monitoring and understanding users’ behaviour in real-time, along with the ability to adapt persuasive messages and interactions that would fit the gamblers usage and personal context. This opens a whole new avenue for research on the monitoring and interactive utilization of gambling behavioural data. To this end, in this paper we explore the range of data and modalities of interaction which can facilitate richer interactive persuasive interventions and offer additional support to goal setting, with ultimate aim of aiding gamblers to stay in control of their gambling experience. The exploration is based on our previous research on online addiction and interviews with experts from different relevant multidisciplinary backgrounds and different points of view. We also interviewed gamblers about their perception of the utilization of their data for aiding more conscious gambling. We finally explored the barriers to such data provision as expressed by personnel in the gambling industry through another set of interviews. This is a position paper aimed at multiple stakeholders including software industry and well-being personnel as well as policymakers. This paper aims to map the road for an online space which is transparent and practicing a high degree of corporate social responsibility and duty of care in relation to the potential of hosting a problematic and addictive usage.
Effect of People, Process and Physical Evidence on Satisfaction of Sikh Pilgrims Visiting Pakistan: Moderating Role of Personal Perceived Risk of Terrorism

Purpose: The present study was intended to find out the impact of three important components of marketing mix for tourism i.e. People, Process and Physical Evidence on Satisfaction of Sikh Pilgrims visiting Pakistan and the moderating role of Personal Perceived Risk of Terrorism in the relationship between the aforementioned independent variables and Pilgrims Satisfaction. Design/Methodology/Approach: The present research is based on the philosophy of positivism and it is descriptive and deductive in approach. Data was collected from a sample of 357 Sikh Pilgrims. Multiple linear regression analysis was carried out to test the hypothesized effect of People, Process and Physical Evidence on satisfaction of Sikh Pilgrims and the moderating effect of Personal Perceived Risk of Terrorism. Findings: Findings of the study showed that Physical Evidence and People have a significant positive effect whereas Process has a significant negative effect on satisfaction of Sikh Pilgrims. Personal Perceived Risk of Terrorism was found to have an insignificant moderating effect on the relationship of Process, People and Physical Evidence with Satisfaction. Implications/Originality/Value: The study might help uplift the tourism sector of Pakistan and enhance the relationship between people of different religions of the region.
How can music therapy support family relationships for people living in a long-term care facility with neuro-disabilities, when regular visits can be challenging?

This exegesis will present the findings which emerged from secondary analysis of clinical practice data collected during a music therapy placement. The setting for this research is a long-term residential care facility for people aged 18 to 65 with a variety of physical and neurological conditions, including cerebral palsy, traumatic brain injury, stroke and multiple sclerosis. The aim of the facility is to maximise the quality of life for the residents and support their medical needs. The research aim was developed out of a personal interest regarding how family members might be included in music therapy sessions. The research question evolved into “How can music therapy support family relationships for people living in a long-term care facility with neuro-disabilities, when regular visits can be challenging”. The core themes suggest family relationships can be enhanced through conversations, the gift of music, culture, artefacts, ritual and other activities. The findings include a case vignette to illustrate important points made in the exegesis. Overall, I believe this research will add new insight into the importance of family connections in rehabilitation and overall wellbeing for the residents.
The Impact of Materialistic Values on Thai Consumers’ Brand Engagement in Self-Concept for Luxury Products

Purpose: The present study was designed to determine whether brand engagement in selfconcept was a function of materialistic values (social recognition, appealing appearance, financial success, defining success, acquisition centrality, pursuit of happiness) among Thai consumers of luxury goods. Design/Methodology/Approach: The participants were selected using multistage sampling on the basis of their shopping experience for luxury items. Multiple linear regression analysis was conducted to evaluate the best linear combination of materialistic values that could predict brand engagement in self-concept. Findings: Appealing appearance, acquisition centrality, social recognition and defining success formed the significant variate that predicted brand engagement in self-concept. Practical Implications: Taken together, these findings support strong recommendations to marketing managers of luxury products on how to tap into consumers’ values in order to market a luxury brand. Originality/Value: The study addresses the symbolic value of luxury brands and how such brands and their brand images interact with how consumers view their own identities.
Expected Fiscal Policy and the Recession of 1982

The Economic Recovery Tax Act of 1981 had one aspect that is unusually useful for economic analysis. It provided an example of a clear-cut announcement of future policy actions at specified dates.This provides an opportunity to apply recent advances in the analysis of expectations dynamics to data that have been generated in an environment that includes such announced and anticipated policy action. A three-stage future tax cut was announced in the Tax Bill in March 1981. In a Keynesian model with liquidity-constrained consumers or investors, or with uncertainity, this would normally be expected to provide a stimulus to the economy when the tax cuts actually appear. But the financial markets could look ahead to the stimulus and the shift in the high-employment deficit brought about by the tax cuts, and their implications for bond prices and interest rates. In this paper we argue that this happened during the first half of 1981. As market participants came to understand that the tax and budget actions of March 1981 implied a future shift of the high-employment -- now "structural" -- deficit by some 5 percent of GNP, they revised their expectations of future real interest rates upward. This caused a jump in real long-term rates then, in 1981. And, it also caused a sudden and unanticipated real appreciation of the dollar at the same time. The jump in real long-term interest rates and the dollar appreciation in the first half of 1981 were essential features of the recession that began in July 1981.This paper points out the possibility of a purely anticipatory recession. If the only policy action had been the fiscal announcement, and if goods markets are "Keynesian" but financial markets are forward-looking, the announcement can cause a recession, which will end when the actual fiscal action begins to stimulate the economy. In the actual context of 1981, a shift toward monetary tightness also contributed to the recession.
Empirical Investigation of Optimization Algorithms in Neural Machine Translation

Abstract Training neural networks is a non-convex and a high-dimensional optimization problem. In this paper, we provide a comparative study of the most popular stochastic optimization techniques used to train neural networks. We evaluate the methods in terms of convergence speed, translation quality, and training stability. In addition, we investigate combinations that seek to improve optimization in terms of these aspects. We train state-of-the-art attention-based models and apply them to perform neural machine translation. We demonstrate our results on two tasks: WMT 2016 En→Ro and WMT 2015 De→En.