bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Meta-Analysis of the Effectiveness of Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation on the Memory of People with Learning Disabilities
Authors: Serajian Maralan Helen , Vahedi Shahram , Chalabianloo Gholamreza
Published: February 2024

Background and Aim: Learning disabilities, problems processing information obtained from the surrounding environment, are based on neurological disorders. These processing problems can interfere with learning basic skills such as reading, writing and/or math. The aim of the present study was to Meta-analyze the effectiveness of electrical brain stimulation on the memory of people with learning disabilities. Methods: This research was conducted using the meta-analysis method. The statistical population included all Persian and English researches conducted in the field of effectiveness of brain electrical stimulation intervention on memory improvement of people with learning disabilities. Among them, researches with meta-analysis criteria were reviewed by comprehensive meta-analysis software. Results: These studies were based on 450 samples and 26 effect sizes. The meta-analysis results showed that the effect size of brain electrical stimulation on memory improvement of people with learning disability is d=1.188. This effect size is an acceptable value according to Cohen's table. Conclusion: The results indicate that electrical stimulation of the brain has a great effect on improving the memory of students with learning disabilities; therefore, it was suggested that experts use these interventions to improve the memory of these students. Also, paying attention to the type of learning disorder is important in the effectiveness of the treatment.
Developing a model of symptoms of nomophobia in students based on attachment style, media literacy and locus of control with the mediation of Internet addiction
Authors: Soleymani Soleyman , Mohammadkhani Parvaneh , Zahrakar Kianoush
Published: February 2024

Background and Aim: Smartphones with internet access have replaced computers, become an integral part of life and make life easier. But along with these positive features, there are also various negative effects. Therefore, the use of smartphones can also be problematic. The present study was conducted with the aim of developing a model of symptoms of nomophobia in students based on attachment style, media literacy and locus of control with the mediation of Internet addiction. Methods: The method of this study was correlational. The statistical population of this study was the male students of the first public high school in Qom city. 306 people were selected using cluster random sampling method. The data collection tools were Yildirim and Correa's Nomophobia Questionnaire (2015), Hazan and Shaver's Adult Attachment Questionnaire (1987), Falsafi Media Literacy Questionnaire (2013), Rutter's Locus of Control Questionnaire (1966) and Young's Internet Addiction Questionnaire (1999). Data analysis was done using structural equation modeling method and Lisrel software. Results: The results showed that the model of symptoms of nomophobia in students based on attachment style, media literacy and locus of control with the mediation of Internet addiction fits experimental data (P<0.05). Conclusion: It is recommended to design and implement intervention programs in schools for adolescents in the most vulnerable populations who face the adverse effects of using smartphones, especially nomophobic behavior.
The effectiveness of schema-based couple therapy on sexual satisfaction and communication patterns in married women
Authors: Emamipour Hasan , Naghi Aghdasi Ali , Panahali Amir
Published: February 2024

Background and Aim: Problems in each of these important areas of married life, such as sexual relations between couples, or the quality and pattern of communication governing their relationship, and finally, the inefficiency of the overall functioning of the family, can have many negative personal and marital consequences. The purpose of this research was to determine the effectiveness of schema-based couple therapy on sexual satisfaction and communication patterns in married women. Methods: The current research was semi-experimental with a pre-test-post-test design with a control group and a two-month follow-up period. The statistical population included all married women working in the education department of Tabriz city in 2022. The sample of this research included 30 sample people who were willing to participate in the research and were selected through available sampling. Then, among the research sample, 15 people were randomly replaced in the control group and 15 people in the intervention group (schema-based couple therapy). Data were collected using Hudson et al.'s (1981) sexual satisfaction questionnaire (ISS) and Christiesen et al.'s (1984) communication patterns (CPQ). Schema-based couple therapy intervention was conducted during 8 sessions of 60 minutes once a week; But the control group did not receive any intervention. Results: The research data was analyzed by mixed variance analysis (repeated measurement). The results showed that the effectiveness of schema-based couple therapy on sexual satisfaction and communication patterns was significant (p<0.05). Conclusion: According to the findings of the present study, it can be concluded that schema-based couple therapy is effective on sexual satisfaction and communication patterns in married women.
Understanding bullying in schools: challenges and strategies of anti-bullying training in schools of Kurdistan
Authors: Hosseini Seyed Adnan
Published: February 2024

Background and Aim: Bullying is one of the forms of aggressive behaviors with many negative consequences that is widespread among students today and preventing and dealing with this phenomenon and examining its obstacles and challenges, has become one of the priorities of the education system of many countries. the purpose of this study was to investigate the level of awareness of bullying and the challenges and strategies for training to deal with this phenomenon in Kurdistan province schools. Methods: The research was methodologically mixed and explanatory-follow-up design. A researcher-made questionnaire was used to collect information in a quantitative part and semi-structured interviews were used for a qualitative part. The research population consisted of school staff and teachers of the second primary and secondary schools of the province. For quantitative sampling, first in two stages, by cluster random sampling, four education districts of the province and eight schools were selected and all school staff and their teachers responded to the researcher-made questionnaire "Awareness of bullying a and strategies to prevent and deal with it". In the qualitative phase, among those who received the highest scores in the questionnaire, 20 people were purposefully selected to semi-structured interviews. The interviews continued until the data reached theoretical saturation and Finally, 14 interviews were conducted. Results: Quantitative findings from univariate t-test showed lower than average knowledge of both school staff and teachers about bullying and strategies to prevent and deal with it (P <0.05). In the qualitative part, data were analyzed by interpretive analysis and challenges of bullying education in schools were classified in the four final categories: a) lack of priority for department of education, b) systemic and organizational challenges, c) formal education-related challenges, d) family-related challenges, and twelve sub-categories, that all of them indicate many problems in the management of bullying and its effective education in the schools of the province. Conclusion: Based on these findings, it is suggested that the Kurdistan Education Department put the practical and comprehensive suggestions presented in the present study on its agenda in order to facilitate bullying management and remove obstacles to effective bullying education in schools.
The Relationship between brain-behavioral systems and cluster B personality disorders by mediating dark traits of personality
Authors: Ghasemzadeh Ramin , Mahmoudalilou Majid , Bakhshipour Roudsari Abbas , Bayrami Mansour
Published: February 2024

Background and Aim: It seems that one of the important influencing factors in cluster B personality disorders is brain-behavioral systems and dark personality traits, so the purpose of the present study is the relationship between brain-behavioral systems and cluster B personality disorders with the mediation of dark personality traits. Methods: The design of this research was a correlation method in terms of applied purpose and in terms of controlling variables. The statistical population of the study was all students of Tabriz universities in the academic year 2021-22, of which 450 people were selected by cluster random sampling and studied. For data collection, the Dark Dimensions of Personality Questionnaire, the revised Jackson Strengthening Sensitivity Scale, and the Millon Multi-Axis Clinical Test were used. Data were analyzed using Pearson correlation coefficient and path analysis. Results: The results showed that there is a positive relationship between behavioral activation system and cluster B of personality disorders. There is also a negative relationship between behavioral inhibition system and cluster B personality disorders. There is a positive relationship between dark personality traits and dramatic personality disorder. There is a negative relationship between behavioral inhibition system and war and escape with the dark trait of Machiavellianism. Conclusion: The results of this research show that paying attention to the variables of behavioral brain systems and dark personality traits play an important role in personality disorders.
Investigating the effectiveness of strength-based counseling on adolescent resilience
Authors: Darbani Seyed Ali , Parsakia Kamdin
Published: February 2024

Background and Aim: Problems can be used as situations to help a person to gain insight and develop effective coping behavior. Therefore, the aim of the present study was to investigate the effectiveness of strength-based counseling on increasing the resilience of adolescents. Methods: This research was a quasi-experimental type with a pre-test-post-test design with a control group. The statistical population of this research was teenagers aged 14 to 17 who referred to Mehravar Counseling Center in Tehran in the second half of 2021. A sample of 20 people was randomly selected from among the teenagers who had a lower score in the resilience scale of Connor and Davidson (2003) and were assigned to two experimental (10 people) and control (10 people) groups. Teenagers in the experimental group received 10 90-minute sessions of the strength-based counseling package developed by Parsakia and Darbani (2022) as a group, and members of the control group were placed on the waiting list. Both groups responded to the resilience scale before and after the experiment. Data analysis was done with descriptive statistics (mean and standard deviation) and repeated measure variance with SPSS version 26 statistical analysis software. Results: The results showed that strength-based counseling significantly increased the resilience of 14-17-year-old teenagers (F = 8.20 and P = 0.001). This effect was also stable in the follow-up phase. Conclusion: Based on the findings, it can be concluded that counseling based on strength increases the resilience of teenagers.
The Role of Flexibility and Competence on Work Performance According to the Mediating Role of Job Satisfaction Among Young Teachers in Sistan and Baluchistan Province
Authors: Otaki Hamid , Rahdarpour Javad
Published: February 2024

Background and Aim: The most important task of education in this era, considering the complexity and expansion of science, is to first improve the performance of teachers and managers and to set precise targets to measure their performance. The present study was conducted with the aim of investigating the role of flexibility and competence on work performance with regard to the mediating role of job satisfaction among young teachers in Sistan and Baluchistan province. Methods: In terms of the purpose it was an applied study, the in terms of data collection it was a survey and it was a descriptive- correlation study. the statistical population was 440 young teachers of Sistan and Baluchistan province, who were selected using the Cochran formula and random sampling method. Multi-stage cluster, 205 people were selected as the sample size. Library and field data collection methods and tools for measuring written documents and four questionnaires, including Martin et al.'s human resources flexibility questionnaire (2005), Motahrinejad and Jahangard's teacher competence questionnaire (2017) and Patterson's occupational performance questionnaire (1922). Minnesota Job Satisfaction Questionnaire (MSQ) was used among teachers. The validity of the tool was measured through face, content and construct validity, and reliability was measured through Cronbach's alpha and composite reliability. Structural equation modeling method was used for data analysis using SPSS-v23 and Smart Pls-v3 software. Results: The results showed that flexibility and competence have a significant effect on work performance according to the mediating role of job satisfaction among young teachers in Sistan and Baluchistan province. Conclusion: The results of the research showed that examining the role of job flexibility and competence on the work performance of young teachers with the mediation of job satisfaction can lead to efficient and satisfactory performance in the field of education.
THE SYSTEMATIC REVIEW OF THE ASSOCIATION OF PREGNANCY OUTCOMES AND CHRONIC KIDNEY DISEASE
Authors: Supriyadi Agung , Andimapali Zulfikar , Fitria Adina , Whisnu Dewanegara Rahadiyan
Published: February 2024

Background: Pregnancy as a metabolic stress test that might reveal underlying endothelial dysfunction and vascular illness. Maternal cardiovascular disease risk is heightened in cases of adverse pregnancy outcomes, including hypertensive disorders of pregnancy, gestational diabetes, and premature birth.
Aims : This systematic review is to review the association of chronic kidney disease to its outcomes at pregnant women.
Methods: By comparing itself to the standards set by the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis (PRISMA) 2020, this study was able to show that it met all of the requirements. So, the experts were able to make sure that the study was as up-to-date as it was possible to be. For this search approach, publications that came out between 2014 and 2024 were taken into account. Several different online reference sources, like Pubmed and SCIENCE DIRECT, were used to do this. It was decided not to take into account review pieces, works that had already been published, or works that were only half done.
Result: In the PubMed database, the results of our search brought up 661 articles, whereas the results of our search on SCIENCE DIRECT brought up 3.6314 articles. The results of the search conducted for the last year of 2014 yielded a total 12 articles for PubMed and 96 articles for SCIENCE DIRECT. In the end, we compiled a total of 5 papers, 4 of which came from PubMed and 1 of which came from SCIENCE DIRECT. We included five research that met the criteria.
Conclusion: In summary, an increased risk of chronic kidney disease was linked to exposure to unfavorable pregnancy outcomes, such as hypertensive disorders of pregnancy, gestational diabetes, and premature birth. Preeclamptic women had the highest chance of developing ESKD. To identify women who are more likely to develop kidney disease, especially following hypertensive disorders during pregnancy, a systematic strategy may be necessary to maximize the patients' long-term follow-up.
THE EFFECT OF HEXAGON FRAUD ON FINANCIAL STATEMENT FRAUD (STUDY OF BASIC MATERIAL SECTOR COMPANIES IN 2020-2022)
Authors: Hakim Mohamad Zulman , Hesti Erviani Zulaecha  , Eko Sudarmanto  , Liyusabyte Ali  , Deniza Mukti  , Khoirunnisa Siregar
Published: February 2024

Fraud cases have increased from year to year and the most detrimental is fraudulent financial statements and causing losses for the company and for user’s financial statements. This research aims to analyze the deep hexagon fraud factors detecting financial statement fraud in Basic Material sector companies registered in Indonesian Stock Exchange (BEI) for the 2020-2022 period. The population used was 93 companies basic materials sector listed on the Indonesian Stock Exchange. Purposive sampling method is the sampling method used in this research. The sample meeting the research criteria are 31 basic material companies with total observations of as many as 93. The data analysis method uses the logistic regression method with the help of an application EViews to carry out data testing. The results of this research are expected to provide better understanding of the factors that influence fraud reports on financial sector Basic Materials Company. Apart from that, the results of this research can also provide insights for companies and regulators in improving internal controls, actions prevention, and detection against financial statement fraud.
A SITUAÇÃO DA CLASSE TRABALHADORA NO BRASIL E A PANDEMIA DA COVID-19
Authors: Rattis Teixeira Paula Maria , Daia Firmiano Frederico
Published: February 2024

O espalhamento do novo coronavírus encetou uma crise multidimensional, de larga extensão, impactando diretamente a classe trabalhadora no mundo e no Brasil. Este artigo tem como objetivo examinar a situação socioeconômica da classe trabalhadora brasileira em meio à pandemia, partindo de sua condição de precarização estrutural, decorrente da forma (subalterna e dependente) do desenvolvimento capitalista brasileiro, hoje impactado pela crise estrutural do capital. Para tanto, buscamos capturar algumas formas de ser da classe evidenciando impactos provocados pela pandemia. Destacamos que, como efeito imediato da atual crise, os postos de trabalho, formais e informais, diminuíram, mas não foram acompanhados por um acréscimo significativo do desemprego, mas sim, do desalento. Além disso, buscamos evidenciar o quanto medidas adotadas pelo governo contribuíram para aumentar a situação de vulnerabilidade do trabalho. Concluímos que a pandemia opera uma espécie de escancaramento da situação de precariedade estrutural das condições laborais no Brasil, tanto formais quanto informais.
O APROFUNDAMENTO DA DESIGUALDADE E DA POBREZA NA AMÉRICA LATINA:
Authors: Przybyszewski barros Suzana , Cândida de Souza Silva Ruteléia
Published: February 2024

Tematizando os efeitos da reforma neoliberal, imposta pelo capitalismo central aos países periféricos, a partir da crise dos “anos dourados”, este artigo aborda as implicações dos ajustes impostos aos países da América Latina, diante de um ambiente de reestruturação produtiva e de aprofundamento da desigualdade e da pobreza. De cunho bibliográfico e documental, este artigo busca analisar alguns efeitos desses ajustes sobre as configurações do trabalho e consequente aumento da desigualdade e da pobreza na América Latina. Como resultado, as aproximações teóricas apresentadas – submetidas à análise qualitativa – permitiram considerar que as transformações no mundo do trabalho, que visam à produção exponencial de riqueza, geram o aprofundamento da pobreza e da desigualdade social.
A VONTADE DE TRABALHAR PARA SI E O SIGNIFICADO DO ASSALARIAMENTO NO RECIFE
Authors: Moneta Márcio
Published: February 2024

Frequentemente, nos deparamos com a enunciação, por trabalhadoras/es, de percepções positivas sobre modalidades laborais distintas do emprego convencional, e manifestações desse tipo têm sido lidas, de modo prevalente, como mera expressão do triunfo de estratagemas empresariais de cooptação. Em desacordo, quero defender: há aí elementos valiosos para a investigação de uma conflitividade do trabalho. Este artigo traz alguns dos resultados de um estudo que se debruça sobre a posição da classe trabalhadora quanto ao assalariamento, relação social basilar do capitalismo. Por meio de um levantamento por amostragem probabilística de conglomerados em dois estágios, a pesquisa parte de um questionamento prosaico, dirigido a assalariadas/os formais do Recife (PE), acerca da vontade de trabalhar para si própria/o. Observadas, nessa experiência de classe, as contradições entre negação e consentimento, entre autonomia e heteronomia, busca-se iluminar os dispositivos de legitimidade da ordem capitalista contemporânea e auscultar aspirações emancipatórias que aí podem se gestar.
OVEREDUCATION E VIÉS DE GÊNERO: UM ESTUDO DE CASO SOBRE OS TÉCNICOS ADMINISTRATIVOS DA UNIVERSIDADE FEDERAL DE SÃO JOÃO DEL REI
Authors: ALINE CRISTINA CRUZ  , Elis Gonçalves Pinto  , Torres Daniela Almeida Raposo
Published: February 2024

O artigo objetiva traçar o perfil dos técnicos administrativos efetivos da UFSJ, com atenção às diferenças entre homens e mulheres, com ênfase à sobre-educação e à satisfação no trabalho. A metodologia utilizada é Estudo de Caso e Análise de Conteúdo, a partir de aplicação de questionários combinada à Análise Documental do Plano de Carreira dos Cargos Técnico-Administrativos em Educação da UFSJ e Estatística Descritiva. Os resultados apontam que 93,3% dos respondentes são sobre-educados (62% são mulheres). Entre as técnicas, 58% são sobre-educadas e, entre os homens, o peso relativo é menor (36%), confirmando a discussão na literatura de que mulheres são mais propensas ao status de sobre-educadas. Ademais, 80% destas mulheres insatisfeitas com as atividades desempenhadas, no comparativo com a renda salarial, encontram-se na condição de sobre-educadas, confirmando a relação inversa prevista na literatura entre o status de sobre-educado e o patamar de satisfação laboral na UFSJ.
ANÁLISE DOS ACIDENTES DE TRABALHO NO BRASIL ENTRE 2008 E 2017
Authors: José Rodrigo Gobi  , Leonardo Aparecido Santos Silva  , Marina Silva da Cunha
Published: February 2024

Esta pesquisa analisa os acidentes de trabalho no Brasil entre 2008-2017 identificando o perfil dos trabalhadores acidentados quanto ao tipo de acidente, gênero e idade, além dos ramos de atividade econômica e região que apresentaram maiores casos. Trata-se de um estudo de séries temporais com dados dos anuários da Previdência Social. Houve diminuição nos acidentes totais, típicos e de doenças ocupacionais no período. Já os acidentes de trajeto exibiram elevação. O perfil de trabalhadores que mais sofreram acidentes é do sexo masculino, com idade entre 20 e 39 anos, que trabalha na indústria de transformação e reside no Sudeste. Contudo, o aumento da representatividade das mulheres e de pessoas com 50 anos ou mais nos registros de acidentes podem indicar mudanças nesse perfil para os próximos anos. Portanto, esses achados indicam que medidas de prevenção devem ser focadas nos trabalhadores do gênero feminino e com mais de 50 anos.
DESIGUALDADE SALARIAL POR SEXO E SUA DECOMPOSIÇÃO TEMPORAL NO ESTADO DE SÃO PAULO
Authors: Paula Wielewski Leme  , André Luiz Correa
Published: February 2024

Este trabalho visa analisar a evolução da desigualdade da distribuição de renda por sexo no estado de São Paulo entre os anos de 2005 e 2015, a partir da decomposição de Oaxaca-Blinder (1973) e da decomposição no tempo proposta por Smith e Welch (1989) que identifica o papel dos atributos produtivos nesta evolução. Os dados utilizados foram retirados da Pesquisa Nacional por Amostra de Domicílios (PNAD) para os respectivos anos. A pesquisa aponta que entre os anos estudados houve redução da desigualdade salarial entre os sexos, permanecendo ainda um componente associado a fatores produtivos. A parcela não explicada, associada a fatores e atributos omitidos ou não mensuráveis, bem como à discriminação pura, representa a maior parcela do diferencial não explicado. A análise temporal do modelo indica que as principais variáveis que contribuíram para a redução salarial no período foram: escolaridade, setor de administração pública, cor e horas trabalhadas
ECONOMIA SOLIDÁRIA E TECNOLOGIAS SOCIAIS (TSs):
Authors: Ponciano Roberta Rodrigues , Omena dos Santos Adriana Cristina
Published: February 2024

A discussão da contribuição da economia solidária e as tecnologias sociais para a educação e o mundo do trabalho estão inseridos em um movimento amplo e contraditório que se relacionam à aplicação do conhecimento na transformação dos indivíduos e do mundo. Para adentrar nas diversas contribuições da economia solidária e das tecnologias sociais é necessário apresentar o estabelecimento de algumas relações entre as categorias de trabalho, educação e sociedade, ao delinear os fios que estão imbricados e dependentes do processo de desenvolvimento. Os desafios propostos pelas tecnologias sociais, nas referidas áreas, não se restringem apenas a mudanças pontuais, como as melhorias dos índices de emprego ou a criação de cursos educacionais profissionalizantes, por também envolverem transformações estruturais na conjuntura do mundo do trabalho, e que vão colaborar para melhorar e auxiliar indivíduos que foram e ainda estão sendo afetados pela pandemia da COVID-19 no Brasil.
UTILIDADE SOCIAL DAS FINANÇAS SOLIDÁRIAS
Authors: Torres Jeová , Rigo Ariadne
Published: February 2024

Este artigo pretende apresentar e analisar a experiência dos Bancos Comunitários de Desenvolvimento (BCD) brasileiros, empresas sociais no âmbito de finanças solidárias, que vem assumindo um papel de promotores da coesão sócio-territorial, do empoderamento comunitário, de melhorias das condições de vida urbana locais, ao articular – simultaneamente – produção, consumo, comercialização e financiamento nos territórios onde estão implantados. São mais de 140 experiências de BCD em todo o Brasil. O artigo demonstra que a utilidade social dos BCD deve ser elevada em relação à sua viabilidade econômica e expõe como a estratégia dos BCD de articulação entre comunidade e poder público tem conseguido soluções para a gestão e coesão dos territórios, inaugurando um arranjo institucional singular em territórios socioeconomicamente vulneráveis. As análises sugerem que os BCD são práticas organizacionais portadoras de inovação no âmbito da execução das políticas públicas para o desenvolvimento endógeno de territórios no Brasil.
MAQUILADORA INDUSTRY ON MEXICO'S NORTHERN BORDER
Authors: Garcia Temístocles Poliana , Mello Rafael Alexandre
Published: February 2024

This paper analyzes the consolidation process of maquiladora industry in Mexico's northern border, based on the expansion context of Global Value Chains (GVC) and Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) as forms of lowering production costs. Having arrangements like the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) as an institutional background, there is a growing presence of Multinational Corporations (MNCs) and the expansion of maquiladoras as a national export-led model, mainly composed by manufactures. Through socioeconomic data analysis, we demonstrate two aspects concerning the evolution of maquiladora industry in Mexico: Job creation is related to inferior wage levels with a low improvement throughout history, which may interfere on the social reproduction of labor force; It follows the rise in undocumented immigration to the United States, creating a tighter and onerous institutional response on border control as an attempt to contain the migratory flows.
FLEXIBILIDADE, EMPREGABILIDADE E CLIVAGENS LABORAIS NO SEGMENTO DA TECNOLOGIA DA INFORMAÇÃO
Authors: Senna ferreira Laura
Published: February 2024

O presente artigo analisa os temas da flexibilidade e da empregabilidade, a partir de uma categoria profissional cuja posição no mercado de trabalho é marcada por clivagens técnicas, simbólicas e econômicas. A investigação baseou-se em pesquisa qualitativa realizada junto aos assalariados do segmento da Tecnologia da Informação, da cidade de Santa Maria (RS) e, com base nas entrevistas, buscou-se compreender quem são esses trabalhadores do ponto de vista das trajetórias formativas e laborais, bem como entender como trabalham num segmento marcado tanto pela gestão flexível como por clivagens ocupacionais, de status e de rendimentos.
DIÁLOGOS TRANSVERSAIS
Authors: Santos de Oliveira Alanna , William Ferreira Ester
Published: February 2024

Este artigo discute a condição da mulher na sociedade a partir da perspectiva do mercado de trabalho. Parte-se da análise da divisão sexual do trabalho como elemento central que reproduz as desigualdades entre homens e mulheres no capitalismo, sabendo-se que os efeitos dessa divisão sobre as mulheres não se dão de forma homogênea, razão pela qual este estudo contempla também o fator raça para evidenciar que, mesmo entre as mulheres, há diferenças significativas. As informações relativas ao mercado de trabalho aqui analisadas são provenientes da Pesquisa Nacional por Amostra de Domicílios Contínua (PNAD-C) e da Relação Anual de Informações Sociais (Rais), e estão voltadas para a compreensão do contexto geral nacional e do quadro específico do município de Uberlândia-MG. Os resultados apontaram que persiste a reprodução das assimetrias no mercado de trabalho, em termos de hierarquias de gênero e raça, tanto no Brasil quanto no município estudado.
Visibilización de los impactos psicosociales que han enfrentado los exbraceros
Authors: Gómez-Guzmán Heladia , Vargas-Vega Katia Fernanda , Salazar-García Miriam Anahí , Rivera- Heredia María Elena
Published: February 2024

The Bracero Program was a temporary labor agreement between Mexico and the United States to hire Mexican agricultural workers. In order to identify and make visible the psychosocial impacts that ex-braceros faced and continue to face, a systematic review was carried out in the Redalyc, Scielo and EBSCO databases using the keywords bracero, ex-bracero and Bracero Program. Studies published from 2013 to 2023 were reviewed, finding a total of 1,518 documents, of which 33 articles met the inclusion and exclusion criteria. Finally, six articles were selected to evaluate the psychosocial variables: discrimination, psychological violence, working, housing and health conditions. The selected articles highlight that, although the experiences were diverse, in general the ex-braceros experienced adversities associated with the violation of their human rights and the breach of contracts, a situation that explains the emergence of their social struggle movement.
An Annotated Checklist of Avifauna from Hemchandracharya North Gujarat University Campus, Patan, Gujarat, India
Authors: Patel Heris , Gajjar Gaurang , Bhatt Dhaval , Patel Krupal
Published: February 2024

Birds occupy many levels of trophic webs and play an important role in the ecosystem. Around 1335 species of birds are recorded from India out of which 574 species are recorded from Gujarat. It has been found that educational and defence premises provide a suitable habitat for birds and therefore can be considered as urban biodiversity hotspots. The present study was carried out from September 2018 to February 2020 to estimate the diversity of avifauna of Hemchandracharya North Gujarat University campus. The University is situated in Patan city of north Gujarat which is a semi-arid region. The campus is spread in 212.50 acres area having diverse type indigenous and exotic floral species which attracts a variety of avian species. Total 70 species (13 orders, 38 families and 63 genera) were recorded with maximum diversity recorded from the order Passeriformes and least form Strigiformes. Out of total 70 species, 68 species belong to least concern while Threskiornis melanocephalus falls under near threatened and Neophron percnopterus under endangered category. The present study is carried out for the first time in the University and will provide a baseline information of the diversity and status of avifauna of the campus for future research perspective and conservation plans.
The Comparative Effects of Aqueous Extracts of Green Tea and Catechin on Inflammation, Apoptosis and Oxidative Stress in the Testicular Tissue of Diabetic Rats
Authors: Roshnavand Fatemeh , Hojati Vida , Vaezi Gholamhassan , Rahbarian Raheleh
Published: February 2024

Diabetes mellitus causes damage to testicular tissue through inflammation and oxidative stress. Catechin has been reported to have anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.  This study was performed to compare the effects of aqueous extracts of green tea and catechin on inflammation, apoptosis and oxidative stress in the testicular tissue of type-1 diabetic rats. In this experimental study, 48 male Wistar rats were divided into control group, and diabetic rats treated with aqueous extract of green tea (100 and 200 mg/kg) and diabetic rats treated with catechin (100 and 200 mg/kg) (n = 6/each group) for 4 weeks. Diabetes was induced by an intraperitoneal injection of 240 mg/kg Aloxan. Levels of glucose, CRP, TNF-α, IL-1β and IL-6, SOD, CAT, GPX, MDA, Bax and Bcl-2 were measured by Elisa in testicular tissue. Histomorphometric changes in testicular tissue were evaluated using E&H staining method. Treatment with aqueous extract of green tea (200 mg/kg) and catechin (100 and 200 mg/kg) resulted in a significant increase in Bcl-2, SOD, CAT, GPX levels and a significant decrease in serum glucose, Hs-CRP, TNF-α, IL-1β, IL-6, Bax and MDA levels, and significantly increased seminiferous tubules diameter and germinal cells count in testicular tissue compared to the diabetic control group. Treatment of diabetic rats with catechin had more improving effects on blood glucose, apoptosis, inflammation, lipid peroxidation, antioxidant enzymes, and histological structure of testis than green tea aqueous extract.
Significance of wetland and it’s dependent Avifauna in Bangoli Wetland Complex, Raipur District, Chhattisgarh, India
Authors: Bharos AMK , Vishwakarma Anurag , Verma Jageshwar , Bharos Akhilesh , Verma Dilip
Published: February 2024

The Bangoli complex of wetlands is situated in central region of Chhattisgarh.  This   region is part of the Mahanadi river basin and is predominantly a plain area with the good number of tanks and village ponds. The geography of the area is mainly plains dotted with wetlands and sparse trees, thereby attracting both resident and migratory species. The aim of this study was to determine the avian diversity and composition in this complex, as no previous specific study was found undertaken, The available studies were either for specific species or covered   the whole of the state. Our study spanned from the year   2015 to 2021. During the period the complex was visited intermittently covering all seasons and using standard methodology for observation and documentation, covering wetlands and their surroundings. This study area of the Bangoli complex comprised of five major wetlands and five smaller tanks, all situated within the area of about 20 sq km.. Our study revealed the presence of 293 species belonging to 20 orders and 69 families. The encountered species were categorized in Occurrence status as Resident (R)171  and Migratory(M) 122  in numbers respectively; Passerby  mainly coastal species in Autumn and Spring seasons, Habitat used like Aquatic(A), Near Aquatic(NA)(Shore) , Grass and Arboreal (GA), Himalayan and sub-Himalayan species and Important Nesting species. Study also revealed presence of four new species unreported from central region. Also, 11 Threatened species as per Birdlife International- IUCN (2020) were identified in categories EN – 1, VU – 4, NT – 6.   These wetlands are subjected to  threats of the killing by snares and traps  particularly in the winter season, commercial exploitations like fishing, cultivation , amusement, fodder collection and grazing,. The destruction of habitats caused by stone quarries and crushers, felling of trees are of another major concern.
Oxidative stress and histological changes caused by lambda-cyhalothrin on the snail Helix aspersa
Authors: Houda Bouaricha , Laid Bouchaala , Ghozlene Issaad , Houria Berrebbah , Mohammed Reda Djebar
Published: February 2024

This study was interested in evaluating the toxicity of an insecticide based on lambda-cyhalothrin, newly approved and widely used in agriculture in Algeria, on an alternativebiological model, the snail Helix aspersa.In order to achieve these objectives, we based our-selves on the evaluation of the degree of oxidative stress by monitoring the average weightof the snails, the level of total proteins and Glutathione-SH (GSH), as well as the enzymaticactivities of Glutathione S-transferase (GST ) and Catalase activity (CAT ) at the level ofthe hepatopancreas. We performed a histopathological examination of the kidney and hep-atopancreas.The results show that lambda-cyhalothrin causes a dose-dependent decreasein the average weight of snails, an increase in the content of total proteins, and a decrease inthe level of GSH , in parallel with the induction of GST activities and CAT. Histopathologicalexamination conirmed the toxicity of lambda-cyhalothrin in Helix aspersa.
A checklist of Cladocera (Crustacea: Branchiopoda) of the Shatt Al-Arab River, Basrah, Iraq
Authors: Ajeel Shaker , Abbas Mohammad , Jebir Afaq
Published: February 2024

About 51 species belonging to 2 Orders, 7 Families, and 20 Genera were recognized.The present review is based on ten systematic studies recording the species found in the region.The largest number of species recorded was 23 species at the Al-Qurnah station and 14 species ineach of the Al-Hartha and Al-'Ashar stations. It was found that the most common species in theShatt Al-Arab River were Chydorus sphaericus and Simocephalus (Simocephalus)vetuloides.
Growth intensity of lambs from native sheep breeds in Albania
Authors: Hysi Lorena , Hoda Anila , Papa Lumturi , Jankulla Sotiraq , Ajçe Sulltana
Published: February 2024

The aim of the study was to evaluate the influence of breed and sex on the body weight at different ages from birth to weaning and to compare with exotic ones. The data of live body weight at birth, 30 days, 60 days and weaning time were collected from a total of 180 lambs from two native sheep breeds namely Shkodrane and Lara e Polisit and two imported breeds Awassi and Il de France that are reared in the farm of the Center of Agricultural Technology Transfer of Korca region located in South East of Albania. All the lambs were from a single litter size. The mean body weight at birth was 3.3065 ± 0.307 kg, 7.847 ± 1.979 kg at the age of 30 days, 8.296 ± 2.015at 60 daysand 9.9161 ± 3.188 kg at weaning time of lambs of Shkodrane breed. The mean body weight of Lara e Polisit breed was 3.2500 ± 0.481 kg at birth, 8.9963 ± 2.565 kg at age 30days, 9.045 ± 2.155at 60 days and 10.1857 ± 3.078 kg at weaning time. The average birth weight of lambs from both imported breeds was 37.41% higher than that of both native breeds.The imported breeds have higher body weights at all post natal stages compared to the native breeds and the differences were highly significant (p<0.0001).Body weight at different ages until weaning was significantly affected by the breed effect (p<0.0001). The difference in the body weight of male and female lambs were significantonly at the age of 30 days (p<0.05). Average daily gains from birth to weaning time of lambs were 0.0782 kg and 0.085 kg for Shkodrane e Lara e Polisit, respectively.
A Qualitative Study on the Management of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Authors: Sari ZA Ayuli Fardila
Published: February 2024

Based on a preliminary study, the COVID-19 PPE at Rawang Primary Health Care (PHC) was only partially available. The purpose of this research was to analyze the management of COVID-19 personal protective equipment (PPE) for Rawang PHC officers in Padang City. This research was a qualitative study held in July-September 2021 at the Rawang PHC. Research informants were four officers of PHC, who were obtained through purposive sampling. Collecting data was done through in-depth interviews, document reviews, and observation—data analysis using content analysis with source and method triangulation. The results of this study show that planning for needs was carried out using the consumption method; requests for COVID-19 PPE were made to the Padang District Health Office, which can be done at any time. Receipt of PPE COVID-19 by recording and checking the amount of PPE on the stock card. PPE storage using the FIFO method. The destruction of PPE was only done at the beginning of the pandemic. The distribution of PPE was carried out in sub-units and PHC networks. Control carried out related to the supply and use of PPE. The recording and reporting of PPE have been carried out, but the evaluation has yet to be carried out because the PHC still needs to have a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for managing COVID-19 PPE. The management of COVID-19 PPE at the Rawang PHC could be more optimal. It is recommended for Rawang PHC to make a SOP for the management of COVID-19 PPE.
Examination of the Disparities Between Patient Expectations and Perceptions about Drug Delivery Operations at the Outpatient Pharmacy in the Hospital
Authors: Ismeliaoctari  , Lana Sari  , Purba Ratih Puspita Kusumadewi
Published: February 2024

Patient satisfaction with services can be determined by comparing patient perceptions and expectations. The Outpatient Pharmacy of Hospital X in Pangkalpinang City experienced problems in drug delivery because the information was not based on medical records and patient clinical data, resulting in biased information being conveyed. It conveyed information can cause differences between patient expectations and perceptions. It analyzed the differences between patient expectations and perceptions of drug delivery activities at the Outpatient Pharmacy of Hospital X Pangkalpinang City based on the 5 SERVQUAL dimensions: reliability, responsiveness, assurance, empathy, and tangibles. This research was a comparative analytic study using a cross-sectional approach. The research instrument was a questionnaire, and it was analyzed using Mann-Whitney. Respondents were patients/families of the Outpatient Pharmacy patients at Hospital X in Pangkalpinang City, totaling 130 people. The results showed significant differences between patient expectations and perceptions of drug delivery activities at the Outpatient Pharmacy at Hospital X Pangkalpinang City, with a P-value <0.05. The most enormous gap between expectations and perceptions was in the empathy dimension. Outpatient Pharmacy officers at Hospital X Pangkalpinang City can improve drug delivery services by focusing on the dimensions of assurance, tangibles, and responsiveness and addressing improvements to empathy and reliability.
Factors Associated with Providing Complete Basic Immunization in Toddlers
Authors: Handiny Febry , Tari Meysi Neldian , Oresti Syalvia
Published: February 2024

Complete basic immunization (CBI) in toddlers is a crucial aspect of public health. It can protect children from infections that can kill or disable them. Nevertheless, the CBI is still low in the working area of Lubuk Buaya Public Health Center, standing at 49.7%, while the national target achievement is 95%, indicating a disparity of 45.3%. The purpose of this study was to determine the factors associated with the provision of complete basic immunization to toddlers in Pasia Nan Tigo Village, Lubuk Buaya Public Health Center Working Area. The type of research was quantitative with a cross-sectional design. The researchers conducted the study from March to August 2023. The population of this study were mothers who had toddlers who were residing in Pasia Nan Tigo Village, as many as 105 people. Accidental sampling was used to collect 51 respondents. We obtained data by questionnaire and interview. We analyzed the data using the chi-square test. The result found that 58.8% of respondents did not provide complete basic immunization to toddlers, 64.7% of respondents had a low level of knowledge, 60.8% of respondents did not have available facilities and infrastructure, 62.7% of respondents stated that the role of health workers was not satisfying, and 62.7% of respondents did not get family support. The level of knowledge, availability of facilities and infrastructure, the role of health workers, and family support were associated with the provision of complete basic immunization in toddlers. Knowledge, facilities and infrastructure, health workers, and family support are factors that can influence the provision of complete basic immunization for toddlers. It is expected for the head of the Lubuk Buaya Public Health Center to complete Integrated Healthcare Center tools such as reading materials, brochures, and leaflets so that Integrated Healthcare Center services can motivate cadres to change the mother’s behavior.
Keywords: CBI, Knowledge, Facilities and Infrastructure, Health Worker, Family Support ,
Comparison of acupuncture education, policies and regulations in South Africa and mainland China
Authors:   Nanjing Tech University, Peng Yi , Hu Zijing ,   University of Johannesburg
Published: February 2024

This review compares the landscape of acupuncture higher education in South Africa and mainland China, addressing the question of whether South African acupuncture programs meet international standards, particularly in comparison to their Chinese counterparts. The study explores critical aspects such as the position of acupuncture in the national higher education system, board examinations, core curricula, degree awards, and the integration of acupuncture into national healthcare systems. Divergences are noted in board examinations and continuing professional development, with China requiring comprehensive assessments for registration and imposing annual continuing education credits. The study reveals differences in the scope of practice, influenced by regulatory frameworks and curricula structures. While South Africa faces challenges in establishing acupuncture as a mainstream profession, China has a well-established system with widespread recognition, research funding, and integration into the national healthcare system. The review concludes with recommendations for international collaboration, increased research funding, quality assurance, integration into public healthcare, ongoing professional development, diversification of programs, advocacy for recognition, collaborative conferences, public awareness campaigns, and long-term planning to further elevate acupuncture education in both South Africa and the broader global context.
A spatial-attentional mechanism underlies action-related distortions of time judgment
Authors: Cao Liyu
Published: February 2024

Temporal binding has been understood as an illusion in timing judgment. When an action triggers an outcome (e.g. a sound) after a brief delay, the action is reported to occur later than if the outcome does not occur, and the outcome is reported to occur earlier than a similar outcome not caused by an action. We show here that an attention mechanism underlies the seeming illusion of timing judgment. In one method, participants watch a rotating clock hand and report event times by noting the clock hand position when the event occurs. We find that visual spatial attention is critically involved in shaping event time reports made in this way. This occurs because action and outcome events result in shifts of attention around the clock rim, thereby biasing the perceived location of the clock hand. Using a probe detection task to measure attention, we show a difference in the distribution of visual spatial attention between a single-event condition (sound only or action only) and a two-event agency condition (action plus sound). Participants accordingly report the timing of the same event (the sound or the action) differently in the two conditions: spatial attentional shifts masquerading as temporal binding. Furthermore, computational modeling based on the attention measure can reproduce the temporal binding effect. Studies that use time judgment as an implicit marker of voluntary agency should first discount the artefactual changes in event timing reports that actually reflect differences in spatial attention. The study also has important implications for related results in mental chronometry obtained with the clock-like method since Wundt, as attention may well be a critical confounding factor in the interpretation of these studies.