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Does Being Included in The Sustainability Index Affect Financial Performance and Firm Value? Evidence From Borsa Istanbul
Authors: Yılmaz Özekenci Süreyya , Topaloğlu Emre Esat
Published: December 2024

This study investigates the effect of being included in the Borsa Istanbul Sustainability Index on financial performance and firm value. The company data contained in the BIST Sustainability Index for 2018Q1-2023Q3 are analysed with the Driscoll-Kraay estimator. According to the results of Model A, it is understood that the inclusion of the company in the sustainability index does not have a significant effect on financial performance, while according to Model B, it is understood that the inclusion of the company in the sustainability index has a positive and significant impact on firm value. The publication of sustainability reports by enterprises in the sustainability index conveys more accessible information to investors. Investigating the effect of being included in the sustainability index on firm value reveals the originality of this study.
Análise da Expansão Agrícola e Desflorestamento na Amazônia Legal
Authors: Gulinelli Érica Lemos , Seabra Jessica , Ravache Rosana Lia , Paula Nátali de
Published: December 2024

Over the past four decades, the exponential growth of agricultural activities in Mato Grosso has led to major changes in land use and land cover. Although environmental legislation was in force, it was only in 2004 that more effective regulatory instruments were implemented to curb deforestation in the Legal Amazon. This study aimed to conduct a spatial-temporal analysis of the municipality of Lucas do Rio Verde, Mato Grosso, considering the impact of land use policies in the Brazilian Legal Amazon on land use dynamics. The time frame covers the period from 1985 to 2023, with data collected via the MapBiomas platform and socioeconomic reports from the Brazilian Institute of Geography and Statistics (IBGE). The results indicate a significant advance in agriculture and the consequent deforestation, especially between 1985 and 1995 motivated by government incentives that promoted migration to the interior of Mato Grosso since the 1970s, offering financing and benefits to stimulate the planting of crops and cattle ranching. The analysis highlights how agricultural use in the Legal Amazon has not only altered the vegetation cover, but has also generated new legislative conflicts over the sustainable use of forests. It is therefore concluded that agricultural activities in the region require continuous monitoring and more robust policies to ensure environmental preservation, in addition to integrated management that combines economic development with the sustainability of forest cover and global climate regulation.
The Use of Technology in Literacy Teaching in Türkiye: A Meta-Synthesis Study (2012-2022)
Authors: Akar Ersin , Ersoy Ali
Published: December 2024

In this study, the line of research on the use of technology in literacy teaching in Türkiye was analyzed using a meta-synthesis approach. The studies examined were selected by using YÖK (Council of Higher Education) database, YÖK Academic, TR Index, and Google Academic search engines. In this study, 14 studies were selected according to the inclusion criteria. Of these studies, 5 are theses, and 9 are articles. The meta-synthesis method was used in the research. The aims, results, and recommendations of the relevant studies were analyzed and evaluated. As a result of the analysis, it was revealed that researchers focused on evaluating the usability of technology in literacy teaching and understanding how technology was utilized in literacy education during the Covid-19 period. It was also determined that using technology for teachers and students in literacy teaching before and during the pandemic had positive (concretizing teaching, motivation, active participation, improving reading skills, and alike) and negative (lack of hardware-software, internet access, cost, and so on) consequences. In the analyzed studies, it was suggested that institutions should develop policies to eliminate disadvantages in terms of literacy and to expand free applications. Educational technologists were emphasized in developing rich content and taking into account the developmental characteristics of students in the applications to be developed.
Análisis bibliométrico de la inteligencia emocional aplicada a los deportes de raqueta (2019-2024)
Authors: Ortega-Caballero Manuel , Alcalá-Rios Juan Vicente
Published: December 2024

This systematic review aimed to analyze the influence of Emotional Intelligence on racket sports, a field that integrates physical and emotional aspects in training and competition. Scientific studies published between 2019 and 2024 were reviewed, selected from databases such as PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, and Dialnet, using keywords such as “emotional intelligence”," "racket sports," and "motivation." From a total of 21 identified studies, 6 were selected based on inclusion criteria, such as their relevance to sports science and psychology. The methodology was based on the PRISMA statement adapted to Spanish, ensuring a thorough and rigorous review. The results highlighted that Emotional Intelligence plays a crucial role in emotional regulation, performance under pressure, and cohesion in individual and paired sports such as tennis, padel, and badminton. Additionally, the importance of the coach's leadership and motivational climate in the athletes' emotional development was underscored. The review concludes that Emotional Intelligence is a determining factor for optimizing athletic performance and fostering a balanced experience in competitive sports.
La formación de equipos cooperativos: una revisión sistemática
Authors: Curto Prieto Marta , Arana Cuenca Ainhoa , Rodríguez Díez Ester
Published: December 2024

Cooperative learning is an active methodology where students, in small groups, carry out activities in a coordinated manner to achieve a common learning objective. Over the years it has been proven that it is a methodology that increases students' performance, increasing their self-esteem and improving their social skills. One of the key elements to achieve the best results is the implementation of the methodology, which includes the formation of the teams. Through a systematic review, following the PRISMA statement, the latest advances made in this regard are analyzed. The importance of team formation is shown, taking into account the students' previous academic performance, gender, race, ethnicity, interest, and social and attitudinal skills, and the instruments that have been evaluated as support for the teacher are presented.
Formación para docentes destinada a la implementación de ChatGPT en la enseñanza de idiomas
Authors: Merino Rivera Elena
Published: December 2024

This article analyses the integration of ChatGPT-4 in language teaching, highlighting its potential to enhance interaction and communicative practice. A training workshop was developed for teachers, emphasizing the need for proper preparation so that teachers can effectively incorporate artificial intelligence (AI) into the educational process. A preliminary questionnaire, completed by 56 teachers from the International University of La Rioja, revealed their perceptions and the degree of AI implementation in their teaching practice, as well as the need for specific training. The workshop content was adapted to assist teachers who were not using AI tools and were at risk of becoming outdated. The workshop focused on the instructional technique of prompting and on the possibilities of collaborative work between teachers and AI, applying it to aspects such as generating conversational practices, creating and adapting teaching materials, solving doubts, and providing feedback.
Investigating the views of Syrian parents under temporary protection on the education of their children with special needs
Authors: Demír Fatih Emrah
Published: December 2024

This study aimed to examine the views of Syrian parents under temporary protection regarding the education of their children with special needs. The study adopted a qualitative research approach, specifically a case study design, and used criterion sampling. Participants included fifteen Syrian parents who were under temporary protection and had children with special needs, residents in a province in the  Southeastern Anatolia region in Turkey. Data were collected through a semi-structured interview developed by the researcher and analysed through content analysis. The study identified four main areas: language and communication, guidance services, cultural differences, and acceptance and inclusivity. Findings revealed that both Syrian parents and their children with special needs face significant language barriers. Additionally, challenges in accessing necessary guidance services were noted. The research also found out key insights into cultural differences, as well as issues related to acceptance and inclusivity. The study's findings were discussed in relation to existing literature, and recommendations for future practice and research were provided.
Identification of teaching needs regarding resilience before a formation program
Authors: Carrera Zafra Cintia , Signes Signes María Teresa
Published: December 2024

This study is framed within one of the objectives of the ANDREIA R&D research project, namely the possibility of promoting and building resilience in schools, which requires the active collaboration of primary school teachers.
 To make this participation possible, one of the actions carried out in the first phase of ANDREIA was to identify the training needs of teachers in terms of resilience. Once contact had been established with more than twenty schools, interviews were carried out with primary education teachers. After the application of EDINRES+M, the results obtained and classified were assessed using the qualitative data analysis software Atlas.ti.3. Following the qualitative analysis of these interviews, and taking into account the needs expressed by the teachers, both on a theoretical and practical level, a teacher training course was designed. As set out in this article, the training took place with a marked theoretical-practical format. In addition to the characteristics and contents of the course itself, the evaluation carried out by the teachers at the end of the course is presented, thus opening up reflection and subsequent debate on the positive consequences of the training.
The study and development of resilience through the analysis of activities and strategic intervention projects in primary education
Authors: Escribano Ródenas Mª del Carmen , Filgueira Arias Cándida
Published: December 2024

Based on information gathered from twenty-nine interviews conducted with eighty nine teachers within the project "Fostering Resilience in Primary Education: Innovation and Continuous Teacher Training (ANDREIA)," this article analyses and  explores the situational context as a dimension that influences and contributes to the development of resilience. The instrument used was the initial screening interview with teachers to identify training needs in resilience (EDINRES+M), a semi-structured interview conducted with teachers and tutors from the twenty-four schools participating in the study, both public and grant-aided, to diagnose the training needs of in-service teachers regarding skills associated with resilience. It is essential to analyse and specify the situations that foster the promotion of resilience in this context, as well as to reference and examine the actions needed to achieve this goal since the main objective of this research project is “to "raise awareness of the importance of fostering resilience today, identifying good practices and challenges in the school environment”
La resiliencia del aula de Primaria a la universidad. Proyecto Andreida
Authors: Barbero Barrios Miguel Ángel
Published: December 2024

The importance of resilience transcends immediate crises. In a global context characterized by uncertainty and continuous change, preparing students to face adversity not only seeks to guarantee their academic success, but also to strengthen their capacity to build a more humane future. It is, therefore, an educational priority that must be addressed with the same dedication as traditional competencies, incorporating it transversally into school curricula and educational policies.
The Influence of Age on Citizens’ Preferences for Age‐Related Descriptive Representation
Authors: Kurz Kira Renée , Wurthmann L. Constantin , Gross Martin
Published: December 2024

While in most countries the age of candidacy is 18, young people are strongly underrepresented in legislatures around the world. This results in a notable age gap between the average parliamentarian and the electorate. So far, the majority of studies focus on structural and party-level factors contributing to age disparities in descriptive underrepresentation. And even though young candidates are perceived as less experienced, recent research shows varying effects of candidates’ age on voters’ willingness to elect them. What is mostly lacking, however, is an individual-level perspective on age-centred representation. How does a political representative’s age matter for citizens and do citizens’ preferences regarding representation differ between age groups? We base our theoretical arguments on the literature on candidate characteristics and ingroup-outgroup behaviour. Empirically, we provide evidence based on original data collected in Germany—that age matters for citizens on all levels of government, but especially for young people (below 31 years). Furthermore, we observe strong and significant ingroup preferences for both young and elderly citizens (60 years and above). Yet, with regard to outgroup discrimination, we find a notable asymmetry: Young adults exhibit aversion to being represented by individuals over 60 years, whilst seniors do not significantly discriminate against young representatives. These preference patterns speak to recent findings that enhanced descriptive youth representation leads to an increase in turnout among young people by providing additional insights into the mechanisms behind this relationship.
Interacionismo simbólico, teoria fundamentada e saúde de crianças e adolescentes: Um protocolo de revisão de escopo
Authors: Conceição Marimeire Morais da , Lacerda Maria Ribeiro , Camargo Climene Laura de , Ortiz Maria Carolina Witalker , Cunha Kamylla Santos da , Gomes Nildete Pereira , Fonseca Eliana Rosa da , Paula Cristiane Cardoso de
Published: December 2024

Objetivo: Mapear a aplicação teórico-metodológica do Interacionismo Simbólico e da Teoria Fundamentada nos Dados nas pesquisas sobre cuidados à saúde de crianças/adolescentes. Método: Nos estudos, serão considerados: participantes: crianças, adolescentes e seus cuidadores (profissionais e não profissionais); conceitos: interacionismo simbólico e teoria fundamentada; e contexto: qualquer ambiente onde seja promovido o cuidado às crianças e adolescentes. A estratégia de busca será utilizada em 12 fontes de dados eletrônicas e seguirá o método do Joanna Briggs Institute (JBI). Serão critérios de inclusão: artigos nacionais e internacionais, independente da abordagem de pesquisa, sem restrição idiomática ou recorte temporal. Não foram constituídos critérios de exclusão. Os processos de seleção e síntese dos estudos serão realizados com o suporte dos softwares Rayyan e NVivo versão 13, respectivamente. Protocolo registrado na Open Science Framework: https://doi.org/10.17605/OSF.IO/BKTMJ.
ASSEMBLING GOD’S “LAST BEST HOPE”: THE EXPANDING REACH OF THE WORLD CONGRESS OF FAMILIES
Authors: Velasco Kristopher , Swindle Jeffrey
Published: December 2024

Anti-gender activism is at the heart of contemporary geopolitics, and leading advocates are increasingly leveraging transnational connections. Since 1997, the World Congress of Families has become a premier venue for anti-gender advocates of the “natural family” to interact through its robust conference system. We introduce the World Congress of Families Dataset containing the speakers, organizations, and locations from all global and most regional conferences from 1997 through 2022, which we gathered across a series of archival sources. Across descriptive and network analyses, we document the key organizations and individual leaders involved in the World Congress of Families, and we show that the network has grown substantially. Although actors from the United States are overrepresented, regional leadership is becoming more common as the network spreads, especially across post-Soviet and African countries. Our investigation provides a new resource for understanding how anti-gender advocates coordinate, disseminate, and institutionalize anti-gender scripts on a global scale.
ANTI-GENDER CIVILIZATIONISM AND THE WEST-EAST DIVIDE: THE CASE OF THE WORLD CONGRESS OF FAMILIES
Authors: Kahlina Katja
Published: December 2024

This article examines how transnational anti-gender movements deploy concepts of gender, sexuality, and civilization to shape geopolitical narratives and power relations. Drawing on nonparticipant observations from recent World Congress of Families (WCF) conferences in Budapest and Verona, the study combines inductive thematic analysis with qualitative discourse analysis to investigate these dynamics. The findings reveal how the movement's focus on themes of”demographic crisis” and “natural family” creates an international platform for reimagining “European civilization” in ways that transcend traditional post-Cold War East-West divisions. Most significantly, this discourse places Central and Eastern European (CEE) countries as leaders in “pro-family” politics, effectively repositioning them from the periphery to the center of European civilizational narratives.
Antigenotoxic Effects of Stachys viscosa (Lamiaceae), a potential medicinal plant in Drosophila melanogaster
Authors: Kılıç Karabulut Aygül , Açar Mikail
Published: December 2024

This research aimed to examine the anti-genotoxic properties of Stachys viscosa, a plant of the Lamiaceae family, which has medicinal and aromatic properties and is widely used in cosmetics, food, and pharmaceutical industries. The Drosophila wing somatic mutation and recombination test (SMART), an in vivo tool for evaluating somatic mutation and recombination, was employed. The anti-genotoxic effect of the S. viscosa plant against mitomycin C (MMC) mutagen was investigated. The study evaluated doses of 5 mg, 15 mg, 45 mg, and 60 mg of S. viscosa, concluding that doses of 45 mg and 60 mg effectively mitigated DNA damage induced by MMC. At doses of 45 mg and 65 mg, the total number of spots caused by MMC was suppressed by 8.21% and 13.17%, respectively. The data collected indicate that the S. viscosa plant possesses certain anti-genotoxic properties.
Reintegrating rice bran into the diet: community readiness and anthropometric assessments in combating malnutrition in rice growing regions in Kenya
Authors: Odingo Sylvia Kavai , Mapesa Job , Juma Rose Janet , Diba Halima , Aswani Ouna Benard , Wanja Tenambergen
Published: December 2024

Background: Malnutrition remains a critical public health issue in many low- and middle-income countries, particularly in sub-Saharan Africa, where it contributes significantly to childhood morbidity and mortality. Rice bran, a nutrient-rich byproduct of rice milling, holds potential as a cost-effective dietary supplement. However, in rice-growing regions like Kirinyaga, Kisumu, and Kwale in Kenya, rice bran is predominantly used as animal feed, with little recognition of its potential for human consumption. The aim of this study was to assess community knowledge, perceptions, and readiness to incorporate rice bran into the diet as a strategy to combat malnutrition, while also evaluating the nutritional status of children aged 6-59 months.
Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted using cluster sampling in Kirinyaga, Kisumu, and Kwale. Nutritional status was assessed through stunting, wasting, and mid-upper arm circumference (MUAC) measurements. A sample of approximately 400 households per region was selected to gauge community perceptions regarding rice bran consumption.
Results: Awareness of rice bran was high in Kirinyaga (77.6%) and Kisumu (70.8%), yet it was largely perceived as animal feed, with 93.4% in Kisumu and 91.8% in Kwale associating rice bran with livestock. Malnutrition rates were notably high in Kwale, with 17.1% of children severely stunted, 5.3% severely wasted, and 12.9% experiencing edema.
Conclusions: Despite significant barriers to reintroducing rice bran into human diets, the study identified opportunities for intervention. Rice bran could be a crucial tool in combating malnutrition if effectively integrated into local food systems.
Malignant neoplasm of the heart: evaluating disparities in place of death in the United States using CDC-WONDER database over 22 years
Authors: Doddareddy Navya Pillikunte , Priya Narra Sushmitha , Prabhu Sandra , Hirulkar Sneha , Sai Vadlamani Nandini , Pradeep Anju
Published: December 2024

Background: The aim of this study was to evaluate the disparities in place of death due to malignant neoplasms of heart based on age group, gender, race, and census region of the USA, via CDC-WONDER data.
Methods: Data was collected from CDC-WONDER using the ICD-11 code: C38. Data included all deaths occurring between 1999 and 2020, and was categorized by bridged-race categories. The data was extracted on August 29, 2023, and exported to Microsoft Excel. Statistical analysis included univariate logistic regressions and odds ratios (OR), done via STATA and R software, and prediction of future trends via ARIMA model.
Results: Out of a total of 5,334 patient deaths analyzed, those aged 25-74 experienced death more frequently took place in medical or nursing facilities. Death more frequently occurred at home or in hospice in the Midwest, south, and west USA. Asian or Pacific Islanders and Black or African American patients have experienced death more frequently occurs in medical or nursing facilities.
Conclusions: Hence, there is a need to focus on improving access to end-of-life care regarding malignant neoplasms of the heart in hospitals and nursing facilities for those over 85 and in the Midwest, south, and west and to implement future measures to improve end-of-life care for patients.
Antibiotic sensitivity pattern of bacteria isolated from respiratory samples of intensive care units in a tertiary care hospital in North India
Authors: Katoch Poonam , Nayyar Ankush
Published: December 2024

Background: The burden of life-threatening conditions requiring mechanical ventilation (MV) in the intensive care unit has grown in the last couple of years, so understanding the pattern of bacteria isolated and their antibiogram has become necessary in all tertiary care hospitals. The present study was designed to know the bacterial profile and their antimicrobial sensitivity pattern from respiratory samples among patients admitted in the ICU of the institute.
Methods: This was a 2-year retrospective study (from January 2022 to December 2023) in a Punjab tertiary care hospital and endotracheal and tracheal aspirates using standard microbiological methods were analyzed.
Results: A total of 602 respiratory samples were collected from six ICUs, with 274 (46%) culture-positive. Among these, 81% were Gram-negative bacilli, 18% Gram-positive cocci, and 2% yeast. The most common isolates were Klebsiella spp. (61%), followed by Staphylococcus aureus (17%), and Pseudomonas spp. (15%). Multidrug resistance was observed in 33% of Klebsiella spp., 24% of Pseudomonas spp., and 32% of Staphylococcus aureus were methicillin-resistant (MRSA).
Conclusions: Gram negative bacteria are more prevalent in patients in intensive care units with a decrease in sensitivity patterns to the antibiotics commonly available; which calls for an alarm to the healthcare workers.
Understanding the influence of individual level factors of Anganwadi workers on service delivery under the Integrated Child Development Service scheme
Authors: Nair Sajini B. , Hallad Jyoti S.
Published: December 2024

Background: Anganwadi workers (AWW) of the Integrated Child Development Service (ICDS) Scheme are the agents of social change, mobilizing community support for better care and continuously addressing malnutrition among young children. The influence of individual background characteristics of AWWs on uptake of service delivery is rarely examined and forms the subject of inquiry.
Methods: Data used pertain to information on 349 Anganwadi centres (AWCs) in 11 Indian states collected for a study on ICDS during 2021-22. Multivariate statistical methods were employed to derive the findings using SPSS version 20.
Results: AWWs age, work experience, trainings received, residence in proximity to AWCs varies across districts under study. The mean number of services rendered of 11.9 out of the 14 types of services provided through AWCs indicate the overall competency of AWWs in rendering services. Sagar (MP), Solan (HP) and Dharwad (Karnataka) districts fall short of rendering complete services. Regression analysis indicate that presence of AWWs in their 50+ years in AWCs, greater experience of AWWs, increase in capacity building of AWWs and higher education levels strongly determine uptake of more services.
Conclusions: ICT intervention entails digital literacy to implement programmes and web-based monitoring for better nutritional outcomes require better competency for AWWs. To cater to the changing needs perhaps a review of the guidelines on educational level of AWWs for recruitment and revamping the training programmes by focussing on skill-based training for AWWs to unlock the full potential of ICDS scheme workforce may be attempted.
Assessment of healthcare needs of elderly population in a rural area of north Kerala- a community based cross sectional study
Authors: Raveendranath Priyanka Prasanna , Karunakaran Usha
Published: December 2024

Background: Ageing is a natural process which brings along a number of changes in physical, psychological, hormonal as well as social conditions of an individual. To address ever growing needs of geriatric population, the first step is to identify and assess those needs. Objective of the study was to assess psychological, social and physical healthcare needs of elderly population and to determine the factors associated with it.
Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted among 250 elderly Individuals 60 years and above residing in rural area of north Kerala. Wards were selected by simple random sampling and from wards study subjects were selected by consecutive sampling. Data was collected from the study subjects by direct interview.
Results: Mean age of the participant’s was 69.3±7.6 years. Majority (79%) of the study participants were having comorbidities. Majority of the study participants had good physical (84%), psychological (57%) and social health (58%). Physical health, psychological health and social health was significantly associated with marital status and living arrangement and also with each other. Psychological and social health was also associated with gender. Unmet need for vision problems was 68.7% and for hearing problems it was 85.97%.
Conclusions: Majority of the study participants had good physical, psychological and social health. Physical, psychological and social health was found to be significantly associated with each other. Marital status and living arrangement were significantly associated with physical, psychological and social health. Psychological and social health was significantly associated with gender.
Impact of training on knowledge of pharmacy students regarding animal bite management and rabies
Authors: Patra Priya R. , Padhy Manisha , Panda Jasmin N. , Haldar Suchitra R. , Malini D. Shobha , Satapathy Durga M.
Published: December 2024

Background: Rabies is a highly fatal viral zoonotic disease but preventable by timely and appropriate post exposure prophylaxis. Most animal bite cases are found in rural areas where victims of animal bite don’t get proper treatment due to shortage of doctors. Pharmacists are important part of primary level health care.
Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted between February to May 2023. 100 pharmacy students, posted for their internship in ARC of MKCG Medical College were included in the study. Their knowledge was assessed by pre-test using a self-administered questionnaire. Training was given for 7days on animal bite management and prophylaxis against rabies, then post-test was administered. Data was analysed using Jamovi software.
Results: The number of correct responses to questions about animal causing rabies, correct schedule, site and mode of vaccination improved from 16 to 33, 33 to 89, 72 to 93, 68 to 88 respectively after training.
Conclusions: Training was effective in improving the knowledge regarding animal bite management and rabies among pharmacy students. Therefore, regular training should be conducted for updated knowledge of pharmacists as well as all medical professionals to achieve elimination of rabies by 2030.
Prevalence of Waja‘al-Mafāṣil in the patients of Dhayābīṭus, attending NIUM hospital: a cross-sectional study
Authors: Aamir B. Mohammed , Haseeb Ansari Abdul
Published: December 2024

Background: Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common form of arthritis typically affecting the various joints with a prevalence of 22-39% in India. Diabetes is a major health issue that has reached alarming levels. Diabetes and osteoarthritis share common risk factors and due to this factor, this study was carried out to know the prevalence of osteoarthritis among diabetic patients, visiting the hospital of NIUM, Bengaluru.
Methods: It is a hospital-based cross-sectional study, which was carried out with a sample size of 250 patients of both genders, selected through purposive sampling. The duration of the study was one year (March 2022 to February 2023). A predesigned and semi-structured schedule included information related to demography, socioeconomic status, anthropometry, personal habits, etc. were obtained.
Results: Among enrolled (250) diabetic patients, the overall prevalence of osteoarthritis was 54.4% (136) which was statistically significant (p>0.001). Among 136 diabetic patients with osteoarthritis, the highest prevalence (46.32%) in the age group 50-60 years, the lowest prevalence (8.1%) was seen in the age group 30-40 years. The Balghamī type was observed in 85% of patients while in 15% it was observed as Murakkab type.
Conclusions: The present study showed that the prevalence of OA was found to be 54.4% among diabetic patients, in which Balghamī type Waja‘al-Mafāṣil was of maximum (85%), which may be interpreted that the main cause of Waja‘al-Mafāṣil was the Balghamī Mizāj of the patients, that is mentioned in classical Unani literatures, it means that the observations of Unani physicians were very keen and perfect.
Prevalence of frailty among rural community-dwelling elderly: a cross-sectional study in central India
Authors: S. R. Shilpa , Lanjewar Shilpa , Narlawar Uday W. , P. Thungamithirai , U. I. Akash Gopi , P. Ajaya Krishnan
Published: December 2024

Background: People around the world are experiencing increased longevity. Top of Form
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As the structure of the population changes, so do the health challenges we encounter, which means medical care also has to adapt accordingly. With the increase in the proportion of elderly, there is a corresponding increase in the prevalence of frailty. Information on the prevalence of frailty in the rural areas of India is scarce, where the health of the elderly is often neglected. The objective of this study is to evaluate the prevalence of frailty within a rural region of Maharashtra.
Methods: A community-based cross-sectional study was conducted on 114 elderly adults residing in a rural area in central India. A semi-structured questionnaire was administered by face-to-face interview method to collect data and the prevalence of frailty was assessed using Tilburg Frailty Indicator (TFI). Various sociodemographic factors related to frailty were also assessed and a p value of <0.05 was considered to be significant.
Results: Among the 114 study participants 57(50%) were found to be frail. Factors like increasing age, female gender, presence of ≥2 chronic diseases, and lower socioeconomic class were significantly related to frailty in both univariate and multivariate regression analysis.
Conclusions: Half of the study participants were found to be frail in the present study. The high prevalence of frailty among rural elderly populations emphasizes the need for targeted health interventions. The assessment of frailty using a simple tool like the TFI allows us to identify individuals who need more specialized and diversified care and thus supporting our elderly population in achieving healthy aging.
Short term feasibility and efficacy of WetSense® - a bedwetting alarm device for incontinence
Authors: D. Hemavathi , Das Jaya , Nelia  , Debnath Anindya , Prasad Deepak , Joice Shaini , Roy Ruby Aleyamma , Kasthuri Arvind , K. C. Babu , P. Akshay , Garady Lavanya
Published: December 2024

There have been significant advances in detecting urine in pads and urine collection devices. In this pilot study, we tested a new wetness detection device for patients with incontinence. The aim and objective of the study was to test the efficacy of the device and to assess patient’s and caregiver’s satisfaction and to list the short-term adverse effects. Patients who had incontinence (urinary/faecal) and above 5 years, outpatient and inpatients of St John’s hospital were selected and enrolled for the intervention after obtaining informed consent. Patient’s general information and details about incontinence was recorded using a structured proforma. Patient and attendant were trained on the use of the device. After 3 days of use, feedback of the patient and the care giver was documented on effectiveness, adverse events, and satisfaction. The testing device was effective in testing the wetness. Patient and care giver were overall satisfied with the device for the ease of use. But the disadvantages were difficulty in cleaning and false alarm.
A scoping review on epidemiology and pathogenesis of death due to primary amoebic meningoencephalitis
Authors: Saraswathy Krishneswari Rajasekharan Nair
Published: December 2024

Primary amoebic meningoencephalitis (PAM) also known as Naegleriasis is a lethal central nervous system disorder caused by the amoeba Naegleria fowleri and spreads through contaminated water bodies. Nasal cavity is the route of entry for the infective form trophozoite. It is a fatal disease as the earlier diagnosis is missed due to its resemblance with Bacterial meningitis. This is a trial to record the pathogenesis of death due to PAM from available literatures.  22 research articles reported with death due to PAM had been reviewed and results documented. Out of 45 patients, most of them had contact with contaminated water bodies and all the investigations available showed cerebral oedema. Most of the cases had contact with contaminated water bodies which shows the need of decontamination of water bodies. Late diagnosis of most of the cases due to resemblance of symptoms with bacterial meningitis is also a cause for lethality.
Are we regressing to more primal behaviours?
Authors: Ingle Kanchan D.
Published: December 2024

The trajectory of human evolution from our primate ancestors has been established through significant modifications in cognitive ability, social systems, and tool use. In recent years, the introduction of mobile technology has added an entirely novel aspect to this evolutionary path, drastically affecting human behaviour, communication, and cognitive processes. This article addresses the potential evolutionary consequences of mobile technology, specifically whether our reliance on these devices represents a return to more primal behaviours or the next phase of our adaptive evolution.
The Oldest Middle Dutch Translation of the Psalms (c. 1275–1400). Context of Origin, Functions, and Nachleben
Authors: Desplenter Youri
Published: December 2024

This article presents a new perspective on the oldest Middle Dutch translation of the Psalter. The region of origin of this influential translation has remained uncertain for a long time, but current assumptions suggest that it likely originated in the western part of the medieval county of Flanders, probably in the last decades of the thirteenth century. A recent and noteworthy discovery, discussed here for the first time, comprises a bifolio from a Latin psalter dating from the late thirteenth century, featuring an interlinear version of the oldest Psalter translation added in the late fourteenth century. This introduces a new use for the West Flemish Psalter translation, in addition to those already known and briefly discussed in this article. Furthermore, this finding sheds light on the likely end of the textual tradition associated with this specific Psalter translation. By the first decades of the fifteenth century, newer or hybrid versions emerged, suggesting a decline in the influence of the West Flemish Psalter translation during that period.
The Technological Revolution as a Challenge for the Catholic Church in the United States of America in the 21st Century
Authors: Rozborski Grzegorz
Published: December 2024

The aim of this article is to examine how the technological revolution has become a defining feature in contemporary American society, influencing the religious life of the faithful. It explores the challenges the Catholic Church faces in fulfilling its mission within this technologically immersed context. The study addresses the following questions: What impact does the technological revolution have on the religious life of the faithful in the United States? What challenges does it pose to the Catholic Church in the 21st century? How can the Church fulfill its mission in American society? Answers to these questions are derived from an analysis of Church documents, especially teachings of the Church in the United States, and publications by American theologians and sociologists. The article starts with a brief introduction, followed by an analysis of the historical context of the technological revolution. It then examines the use of technology in improving human existence, as well as the humanizing and dehumanizing effects of technology. The dangers of misusing digital technology and its impact on religious life are also discussed. The final section offers an analysis of proposals for the pastoral activities of the Church in the USA in response to the challenges of the technological revolution.
Effect of Collagen Cross-linking on Rigid Gas Permeable Contact Lens Comfort in Keratoconus
Authors: Javaheri Sharafat , Nejabat Mahmood , Ehsaei Asieh , Mohaghegh Sahar , Tajbakhsh Zahra
Published: December 2024

Purpose: To compare rigid gas permeable (RGP) contact lens comfort in patients with keratoconus who underwent corneal cross-linking (CXL) versus those without CXL surgery. Methods: This prospective study was carried out on 41 eyes (25 patients). Specifically, 21 eyes were assigned to the CXL group and 20 eyes to the non-CXL group. All of the patients were fitted with RGP lenses. The patients were also assessed one and three months after the initial RGP fitting. They were asked to grade themselves on a scale from 1 to 4 according to the frequency and intensity of ocular discomfort, vision fluctuation, and overall comfort with RGP lenses. Results: The mean age of participants was 24.5 ± 3.20 years. There was no significant difference in the intensity of fluctuations in vision (P = 0.30), frequency of discomfort (P = 0.29), and intensity of discomfort (P = 0.31) between the two groups during the one- and three-month follow-up interviews. Conclusion: Based on the current study, there is no significant disparity in self-reported discomfort with RGP contact lenses between patients with keratoconus who have undergone corneal CXL and those who have not.
Saccade Dynamics in the Acute and Recovery Phase of Abducens Nerve Palsy
Authors: Kemanetzoglou Elissavet , Chatzistefanou Klio , Smyrnis Nikolaos , Kararizou Evangelia , Anagnostou Evangelos
Published: December 2024

Purpose: To examine the natural adaptive course of ocular motor system in unilateral abducens nerve palsy while addressing the scarce literature on saccade dynamics and natural adaptation. Methods: Binocular horizontal eye movements were recorded from 18 healthy adults and 21 adults with unilateral abducens nerve palsy during the acute and chronic phases. Dynamics of the paretic and non-paretic eyes were compared, and the non-paretic eye dynamics were correlated with the respective prism diopters. Non-parametric tests were used for statistical comparisons. Results: The paretic eye, compared to the non-paretic eye, presented a slightly lower saccadic gain and velocity/amplitude ratio and a higher duration/amplitude ratio. The nonparetic eye, compared to healthy controls, showed consistent amplitude gain (>1) and a tendency for a higher duration/amplitude ratio. In the acute phase, when the non-paretic eye was covered, the paretic eye’s amplitude ratio was lower and the duration/amplitude ratio decreased significantly. In the acute phase, a greater degree of esotropia in the paretic eye was associated with a lower amplitude gain and duration/amplitude ratio in the nonparetic eye. Conclusion: During adaptation in abducens nerve palsy, the saccade duration of the paretic eye increased, and a similar tendency was observed in the non-paretic eye. This finding likely reflects a change in the “pulse-step” pattern and may be related to plastic changes in central structures, such as the cerebellum, that support learning processes.
Evaluation of the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the financial health of commercial insurance companies in the Czech Republic
Authors: Přečková Lenka , Vávrová Eva
Published: December 2024

This article focuses on assessing the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the insurance operations of commercial insurance companies in the Czech Republic. The aim of the article is to determine the impact of the pandemic on the financial health of commercial insurance companies in the Czech Republic. In order to achieve this, ratio indicators suitable for measuring the financial health of commercial insurance companies, such as the growth rate of premium income, cost-effectiveness, profitability or solvency, have been employed. Because insurance activities in non-life and life insurance differ and show different values of ratio indicators of financial health, insurance companies have been divided into two groups: those with a predominance of life insurance and those with a predominance of non-life insurance. The impact of the pandemic on the financial health indicators of individual commercial insurance companies has been monitored. The period from 2016 to 2021 has been selected to determine the impact of the pandemic. The authors have used data from the statistics of the Czech Association of Insurance Companies and annual reports of insurance companies.
The economic activity of women in families from different cultures
Authors: Jankiewicz Jacek , Garsztka Przemysław , Thakur Jyoti
Published: December 2024

The presented analysis uses data from time-use surveys which were conducted in India and Poland in the late 1990s and early 2000s. The calculations made use of statistical information describing individual households and their members. The applied method of multiple regressions for cross-sectional data made it possible to take into account selected socio-demographic and economic characteristics of the analysed members of the population. The results obtained served for assessing the impact of such characteristics as marital status, children presence on the production activity of women. We present the time allocation of individuals with similar characteristics, but at different stages of their life cycle.
Performing analogous estimations for Poland and India made it possible to directly compare the situation of women in these countries. Despite considerable differences in terms of social and cultural norms between the analysed societies, the situation of women living in them is in some respects similar. However, marked differences were also observed such as those related to economic activity depending on the level of education. Also, the influence of marriage on the allocation of time is different, as illustrated by comparing the situation of married women to those without a partner.
Dual Undergraduate Majors of Health and Physical Education: Do They Have the Same Passion for Both Subject Areas?
Authors: Sweeney Erin , Cottam Jena
Published: December 2024

Little is known about the passion of health and physical education preservice teachers. Being passionate about your content areas is crucial to effective teaching, so do dual-enrolled students have the same passion for health and physical education? This study aimed to collect and compare data on undergraduate dual majors’ passion for physical education and health education. An electronic survey was given to dual majors across the United States based on the passion scale created by Sigmundson et al. (2020). Responses from participants revealed that undergraduate dual majors have a significantly higher passion for physical education than health education. These findings show that more research needs to be done to eliminate this possible gap in passion so that students graduating from a health and physical education program are effective teachers in both content areas. Universities may want to determine if their preparatory programs are curating quality, passionate educators who are suited to teach both subject areas.
Wincenty Witos we współczesnej przestrzeni publicznej
Authors: Białokur Marek , Biedka Karolina , Gołębiowski Dariusz
Published: December 2024

W 2024 r. przypada 150. rocznica urodzin Wincentego Witosa, co zostało uhonorowane przez Sejm i Senat RP ogłoszeniem tego roku Rokiem Wincentego Witosa. Takie inicjatywy są kluczowe w kształtowaniu pamięci historycznej, wpasowując się w nurt tzw. public history, czyli historii w przestrzeni publicznej. Public history, zdefiniowana przez prof. Joannę Wojdon, powstała w latach 70. XX w. w USA jako „historia dla ludzi, przez ludzi, z ludźmi i o ludziach”. Współczesna historia w przestrzeni publicznej obejmuje różnorodne formy, takie jak muzea, pomniki, murale, monety okolicznościowe, znaczki pocztowe oraz filmy. Muzea, takie jak Muzeum Wincentego Witosa w Wierzchosławicach, odgrywają kluczową rolę w zachowaniu pamięci o Witosie. Pomniki i murale w różnych miastach Polski, a także za granicą, podkreślają jego znaczenie w historii. Monety okolicznościowe i znaczki pocztowe również przyczyniają się do popularyzacji jego postaci. Filmy i seriale telewizyjne prezentują Witosa w różnych kontekstach historycznych. Wincenty Witos jest także patronem wielu szkół i ulic w Polsce, co świadczy o jego trwałej obecności w przestrzeni publicznej.
„Gdy nie można zawrócić, trzeba iść do przodu”. Drogi życia i myśli krytycznych o polskim szkolnictwie Mikołaja Kozakiewicza
Authors: Białokur Marek , Gajda-Szczegielniak Dorota
Published: December 2024

Artykuł poświęcony jest sylwetce Mikołaja Kozakiewicza, Marszałka Sejmu kontraktowego (1989–1991), którego postać, choć zasłużona, jest dziś mało znana, szczególnie młodszym pokoleniom. Celem autorów jest przybliżenie jego życia i działalności społeczno-politycznej, ze szczególnym uwzględnieniem krytyki systemu edukacji w Polsce Ludowej, który Kozakiewicz analizował jako socjolog i pedagog. Kozakiewicz opowiadał się za reformami edukacyjnymi i zmianami w systemie nauczania, krytykując jego organizację i treści dydaktyczne. W artykule przedstawiono również jego działalność polityczną, zwłaszcza w kontekście przemian związanych z Okrągłym Stołem i Sejmem kontraktowym. Cytując słowa Marco Polo, Kozakiewicz podkreślał konieczność postępu i dążenia do poprawy, mimo trudnych okoliczności. Jego spuścizna obejmuje kilkadziesiąt książek i artykułów, w których podejmował kwestie oświaty, reform i praw obywatelskich. Artykuł jest próbą przypomnienia o jego wkładzie w rozwój edukacji i polityki.