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Controllability of performance measures and managerial performance: the mediating role of fairness
Authors: Su Sophia Xia , Baird Kevin , Nuhu Nuraddeen 
Published: April 2021

PurposeThis study aims to examine the mediating role of the fairness of the performance evaluation system on the association between the controllability of financial and non-financial measures and managerial performance.Design/methodology/approachData was collected using an online survey questionnaire, with 220 responses received from middle and lower-level managers in Australian manufacturing organisations. Covariance-based structural equation modelling using software AMOS 25 was applied to analyse the data. Specifically, Anderson and Gerbing’s (1988) two-step approach was followed with confirmatory factor analyses first conducted to ensure that the measurement model was valid and reliable before running the structural model.FindingsThe findings reveal that the influence of managers’ controllability of performance measures on managerial performance is enacted through their perceptions of fairness. Specifically, the impact of controllability of financial (non-financial) measures on managerial performance is enacted through managers’ perceptions of distributive (interpersonal) fairness.Originality/valueThe empirical findings contribute to the literature investigating the empirical consequences of managers’ controllability of performance measures on performance evaluation processes, with the results revealing that the controllability of both financial and non-financial performance measures is positively associated with managerial performance via managers’ perceptions of different dimensions of fairness. Such results suggest that organisations, most of which do not prioritise the use of controllable performance measures in the design of their performance evaluation systems, need to reconsider the importance of the controllability of both financial and non-financial measures in the performance evaluation processes.
Veterans’ experiences of successfully managing post-traumatic stress disorder
Authors: Parry Gemma , Hodge Suzanne Margaret , Barrett Alan 
Published: April 2021

Purpose
Prevalence of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) among UK veterans is higher than in the general population. However, prevalence figures do not reflect the complexity of this phenomenon and ways in which it may be bound up with veterans’ experiences of adjusting to civilian life. The purpose of this study is to explore veterans’ experiences of successfully managing PTSD.

Design/methodology/approach
Semi-structured interviews were conducted with six veterans who had served in the UK armed forces and analysed using interpretative phenomenological analysis.

Findings
Three themes were developed: accepting the problem, taking responsibility and gaining control; talking to the right people; and strategies, antidotes and circling back around. Managing PTSD appeared to be bound up with veterans’ experience of renegotiating their identity, where positive aspects of identity lost on leaving the military were rebuilt and problematic aspects were challenged. Participants sought to speak about their difficulties with others who understood the military context. They felt that their experiences made them a valuable resource to others, and they connected this with a positive sense of identity and value.

Practical implications
The findings suggest the importance of wider provision of peer support and education for civilian health services on veterans’ needs.

Originality/value
This study adds to the understanding of what meaningful recovery from PTSD may involve for veterans, in particular its potential interconnectedness with the process of adjusting to civilian life.
“Peering through the window looking in”: postgraduate experiences of non-belonging and belonging in relation to mental health and wellbeing
Authors: Morris Charlotte 
Published: April 2021

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to explore belonging in relation to postgraduate wellbeing in the light of renewed concerns about the mental health and wellbeing this group of learners. It attends to postgraduates’ subjective wellbeing, identifying ways in which this is intertwined with a sense of belonging. Belonging is situated in relation to the social domains of postgraduate experiences. This paper seeks to contribute in-depth understandings of postgraduate experiences, to make recommendations for practice and to identify fruitful paths for further theorisation and research.Design/methodology/approachTwo qualitative data sets situated in UK higher education are drawn on here: firstly, longitudinal qualitative data entailing 33 narrative interviews and written reflections of doctoral researchers were collected as part of a phenomenological study of doctoral learning. Secondly, interview data from 20 postgraduates (including masters, professional doctorates and PhD researchers) were collected as part of mixed method qualitative case study research into postgraduate wellbeing. Postgraduate participants were based in the social sciences, humanities, arts and professional disciplines at a cross-section of UK higher education institutions. Data were analysed thematically with a focus on interconnections between wellbeing, learning and belonging.FindingsA sense of belonging arose as a key contributing factor to postgraduate wellbeing. Belonging emerged as multi-faceted, interlinking with spatial, relational and cultural factors which are likely to be experienced in different ways and degrees depending on positionalities. Experiences of belonging and non-belonging are understood as produced through academic cultures and structural inequities. They also pertain to the uncertain, in-between position of postgraduate learners. For postgraduates, and doctoral researchers especially, reaching a sense of belonging to academia was a profoundly important aspect of their journeys. Conversely, lack of belonging is linked with poor mental wellbeing and engagement with studies.Originality/valueThis paper engages with the neglected social domain of wellbeing. Attending to subjective perceptions of wellbeing enabled nuanced understandings of the links between wellbeing and belonging. It identifies spatial, relational and cultural dimensions of postgraduate belonging, contributing an understanding of how feelings of non-belonging manifest, how belonging might be nurtured, and how this potentially contributes to postgraduates’ wellbeing.
How Brazilian therapeutic communities are facing COVID-19?
Authors: Kurlander Pablo , Diniz Antony Tomaz , Godoy Guilherme , Barreto Katia Isicawa de Sousa , MacDonald-Winship Lewis 
Published: April 2021

Purpose
This paper aims to reflect upon the findings of a fast-track study carried out in April 2020, by the Brazilian Federation of Therapeutic Communities, focused on the impact of the first measures taken by the Brazilian therapeutic communities (TCs) in response to COVID-19.

Design/methodology/approach
An electronic survey was disseminated to TCs in the different regions of Brazil through online platforms. A total of 144 TCs responses were used in the final analysis. The survey collected the following information: suspected and confirmed cases of COVID-19 (only one case of COVID-19 was confirmed), changes in treatment protocols, the impact in admissions and daily activities and the safety measures adopted to stop or reduce the transmission between residents, families and staff.

Findings
The survey successfully collected general data regarding interruptions (82.6% of TCs interrupted admissions, 100% of TCs interrupted volunteer’s activities, 94% of TCs interrupted family visits and 93% of TCs interrupted external activities).

Research limitations/implications
The caveat of this study is the fact that there were tight deadlines for the TCs to generate their responses and the limited availability of staff to answer long surveys. Because of this, the study could not explore other important qualitative data. The results were shared in Brazil and Latin America with the staff of TCs, the national Federations of Therapeutic Communities and government agencies linked with them, in all Latin America.

Originality/value
This research aims to contribute to the adoption of developed prophylaxis and prevention protocols in response to COVID-19.
The therapist, the group and I: how therapeutic alliance moderates the effect of group cohesion on outcomes
Authors: Vicente Sofia , Ferreira Laura Inês , Jiménez-Ros Antonia María , Carmo Cláudia , Janeiro Luís 
Published: April 2021

Purpose
This study aims to investigate whether the influence of group cohesion on the outcomes depended on the levels of the therapeutic alliance.

Design/methodology/approach
Sixteen individuals with a substance use disorder who were undergoing treatment in a therapeutic community responded to therapeutic alliance, group cohesion, craving and outcomes measures after every therapeutic small group session for a period of six weeks. Data analysis was performed using hierarchical linear modeling.

Findings
Results indicate that the effect of group cohesion is stronger when there is a high therapeutic alliance between resident and therapist.

Originality/value
Even on group interventions, to enhance group cohesion effects on outcomes, therapists must foster higher therapeutic alliance levels. The findings point out the importance of studying the effect of common factors on outcomes.
Dermatologist’s role in a cancer hospital: An overview of in‐hospital consultations
Authors: Sasaki Jin , Matsui Yu , Takatsuka Sumiko , Takenouchi Tatsuya 
Published: April 2021

AbstractAs cancer treatment advances, the need for dermatologists in the treatment process is increasing. Cancer patients often experience cutaneous manifestations of internal diseases and dermatological adverse events from chemotherapy, radiation, surgery, and stem cell transplants. These diminish patients’ health‐related quality of life and negatively affect cancer treatment adherence. To identify the dermatologist’s role, we analyzed 893 cases of in‐hospital dermatology consultations at the Niigata Cancer Center Hospital during 2019. The number of dermatology consultations was the second highest among all hospital departments. Malignant tumors accounted for 91.7% of the underlying diseases, including hematological, gastrointestinal, and lung cancer as the top three primary cancers. The most common consultation category was inflammatory skin disorders (29.2%), followed by chemotherapy‐related skin disorders (23.5%), cutaneous infections (11.5%), skin tumors (9.5%), and continued treatment of pre‐existing skin disorders (8.8%). The average intervention time was the longest for continued treatment of existing skin disorders (229 ± 60.6 days), followed by malignant wound management (126 ± 60.6 days) and chemotherapy‐related skin disorders (122 ± 60.6 days). The median overall survival time of the 27 patients in the malignant wound management group was 5 months (95% confidence interval, 1.8–8.2 months) from the initial dermatology consultation. Our results show an increasing demand for dermatologists in cancer management. However, the number of full‐time dermatologists is insufficient in some Japanese cancer hospitals. There is a need to consider increasing the number of adequately trained dermatologists in cancer medical settings.
A narrative review of mental and relational health interventions for children in family‐based out‐of‐home care
Authors: Tarren‐Sweeney Michael 
Published: April 2021

AbstractThe present article reviews the evidence base for psychosocial interventions provided to children in family‐based out‐of‐home care that seek to improve children’s mental health, felt security, and/or the quality, strength or permanence of their attachment relationships. The review identified very few high‐quality treatment trials carried out with this population. The interventions with the strongest demonstrated efficacy are Keeping Foster Parents Trained and Supported (KEEP) and Attachment and Biobehavioral Catchup (ABC). KEEP’s effectiveness has also been demonstrated in a community setting. Complex attachment‐ and trauma‐related difficulties manifested by children in care following early maltreatment follow a long‐term developmental course and have trait‐like durability. Treatment trials should be designed as long‐term studies, providing at least several years of post‐treatment assessment.Practitioner points

Very few high‐quality intervention trials have been conducted with children and adolescents in out‐of‐home care and/or their caregivers.

The interventions with the strongest demonstrated efficacy are Keeping Foster Parents Trained and Supported (KEEP) and Attachment and Biobehavioral Catchup (ABC).

Given the enduring nature of complex trauma‐ and attachment‐related problems, treatment trials should include long‐term follow‐up mental health and relational measures.

The effectiveness of treatments administered directly to adolescents are moderated by caregiver involvement and ‘buy‐in’.
The influence of tree management practices on phenological growth stages of Ulmus pumila L. (Siberian elm)
Authors: Amorós María de la Cruz , Mauri Pedro Vicente , Curt María Dolores 
Published: April 2021

AbstractThere is a growing interest in Ulmus pumila L. as a forest plant species in harsh environments, as well as a woody short‐rotation crop for biomass production in marginal lands. In countries where U. pumila is allochthonous, concerns have been raised on the easy spread of this species, on the grounds that it produces large quantities of wind‐dispersed fruits with high potential germination success. Knowledge of the phenological responses of this species to management practices is essential to evaluate the risk of invasion to adjacent lands. This work addresses the phenology of U. pumila according the BBCH scale and the effect of short‐rotation coppicing and plant density on phenological growth stages of this species. Results showed that there is little effect of plant density on the phenology of non‐managed trees grown in regular plantations. On the contrary, short‐rotation coppice influences greatly the vegetative and reproductive phenology of Siberian elm. High plant densities, winter harvesting and 2‐year rotation guarantee that fruit dispersal will not happen.
Peptide location fingerprinting reveals modification‐associated biomarker candidates of ageing in human tissue proteomes
Authors: Ozols Matiss , Eckersley Alexander , Mellody Kieran T. , Mallikarjun Venkatesh , Warwood Stacey , O'Cualain Ronan , Knight David , Watson Rachel E. B. , Griffiths Christopher E. M. , Swift Joe , Sherratt Michael J. 
Published: April 2021

AbstractAlthough dysfunctional protein homeostasis (proteostasis) is a key factor in many age‐related diseases, the untargeted identification of structurally modified proteins remains challenging. Peptide location fingerprinting is a proteomic analysis technique capable of identifying structural modification‐associated differences in mass spectrometry (MS) data sets of complex biological samples. A new webtool (Manchester Peptide Location Fingerprinter), applied to photoaged and intrinsically aged skin proteomes, can relatively quantify peptides and map statistically significant differences to regions within protein structures. New photoageing biomarker candidates were identified in multiple pathways including extracellular matrix organisation (collagens and proteoglycans), protein synthesis and folding (ribosomal proteins and TRiC complex subunits), cornification (keratins) and hemidesmosome assembly (plectin and integrin α6β4). Crucially, peptide location fingerprinting uniquely identified 120 protein biomarker candidates in the dermis and 71 in the epidermis which were modified as a consequence of photoageing but did not differ significantly in relative abundance (measured by MS1 ion intensity). By applying peptide location fingerprinting to published MS data sets, (identifying biomarker candidates including collagen V and versican in ageing tendon) we demonstrate the potential of the MPLF webtool for biomarker discovery.
Simultaneous detection of sperm membrane integrity and DNA fragmentation by flow cytometry: A novel and rapid tool for sperm analysis
Authors: Da Costa Raul , Redmann Klaus , Schlatt Stefan 
Published: April 2021

AbstractBackgroundSperm DNA integrity has become one of the most discussed and promising biomarkers for the assessment of male fertility. However, an easy‐to‐apply method capable of estimating DNA fragmentation in the live fraction of spermatozoa has remained elusive, preventing this parameter from being fully applied in clinical settings.ObjectivesTo validate a novel co‐staining for the analysis of DNA fragmentation in membrane‐intact spermatozoa.Materials and methodsNormozoospermic semen samples were used to validate the co‐staining consisting of acridine orange (AO) and LIVE/DEAD™ Fixable Blue Dead Cell Stain (LD), against established methods for the evaluation of cell viability, propidium iodide stain (PI), and DNA fragmentation, the sperm chromatin structure assay (SCSA), to rule out cross‐interference. Furthermore, the accuracy of the method was tested by the evaluation of samples prepared with different amounts of membrane and DNA damage (20, 40, 60, 80, and 100%).ResultsNo significant differences were observed between the co‐staining and the established staining procedures (membrane integrity, p = 0.755; DNA fragmentation p = 0.976). Moreover, high R square values were obtained from the analysis of samples of known membrane (R2 = 0.9959) and DNA damage (R2 = 0.9843). The simultaneous assaying of sperm membrane integrity and nuclear DNA fragmentation allowed the analysis of four sperm categories and thereby to assess the proportion of membrane‐intact spermatozoa with compromised DNA integrity.Discussion and ConclusionThis new protocol has the potential to provide clinically relevant information about the DNA fragmentation in membrane‐intact spermatozoa. Thus, it has the potential of improving the diagnostic of male infertility and enabling a better understanding of sperm dysfunction.
Perinatal risk factors associated with central retinal changes in former preterm children on optical coherence tomography angiography
Authors: Lavric Alenka , Markelj Spela , Ding Jianbin , Mahajan Sarakshi , Agrawal Rupesh , Tekavcic Pompe Manca 
Published: April 2021

AbstractPurposeTo assess the association between perinatal risk factors for retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) and central retinal structures of former preterm children seen on optical coherence tomography angiography (OCTA).MethodsThis prospective cohort study included 40 children with a history of preterm birth and 33 healthy full‐term children. We documented their birth weight, gestational age, other significant risk factors for ROP development and presence of ROP. Imaging was performed using swept‐source OCTA, and quantitative evaluation was performed. Analytic parameters included the area of foveal avascular zone (FAZ), foveal depth (FD), central subfoveal retinal thickness (CSFT) and capillary density index (CDI) of the deep and superficial capillary plexus.ResultsPreterm children had significantly smaller FAZ, lower FD and higher CSFT compared to controls (all p < 0.001). Both groups exhibited no differences in total CDI at the superficial (p = 0.969) and deep capillary plexus (p = 0.370). The duration of mechanical ventilation correlated negatively with FAZ and FD but positively with CSFT. The duration of supplemental oxygen treatment correlated negatively with FD. The presence of intraventricular haemorrhage correlated negatively with FAZ and FD but positively with CSFT. Regression analysis found that the duration of mechanical ventilation and the presence of bronchopulmonary dysplasia were associated with lower FD (p = 0.002 and 0.01, respectively) and higher CSFT (p = 0.002 and 0.028, respectively).ConclusionCentral retinal anomalies were identified in former preterm children using OCTA. Macular changes were associated with several risk factors for ROP development.
Ophthalmic complications of Lemierre syndrome
Authors: Kreuzpointner Robert , Valerio Luca , Corsi Gabriele , Zane Federica , Sacco Clara , Holm Karin , Righini Christian , Pecci Alessandro , Zweifel Sandrine , Barco Stefano 
Published: April 2021

AbstractPurposeLemierre syndrome is a life‐threatening condition characterized by head/neck bacterial infection, local suppurative thrombophlebitis and septic embolic complications in a range of sites of distant organs. No prior study focused on the course and characteristics of ophthalmic complications of Lemierre syndrome.MethodsWe analysed data of 27 patients with ophthalmic complications from a large cohort of 712 cases with Lemierre syndrome reported globally between 2000 and 2017. We focused on initial manifestations, early (in‐hospital) course and long‐term ophthalmic deficits at the time of hospital discharge or during postdischarge follow‐up. The study protocol was registered in the International Prospective Register of Systematic Reviews PROSPERO (CRD42016052572).ResultsNine (33%) patients were women; the median age was 20 (Q1–Q3: 15–33) years. Fusobacterium spp. was involved in 56% of cases. The most prevalent initial manifestations were decreased vision (35%) and periocular oedema (38%), followed by impaired eye movements/nerve palsy (28%) and proptosis (28%). Venous involvement, notably cerebral vein thrombosis (70%) and ophthalmic vein thrombosis (55%), explained the symptomatology in most cases. Septic embolism (7%), orbital abscesses (2%) and carotid stenosis (14%) were also present. Ophthalmic sequelae were reported in 9 (33%) patients, often consisting of blindness or reduced visual acuity, and nerve paralysis/paresis.ConclusionOphthalmic complications represent a severe manifestation of Lemierre syndrome, often reflecting an underlying cerebral vein thrombosis. Visual acuity loss and long‐term severe complications are frequent. We call for an interdisciplinary approach to the management of patients with Lemierre syndrome and the routine involvement of ophthalmologists.
Association between plasma free fatty acid levels and primary angle‐closure glaucoma based on a mass spectrometry metabolomics analysis
Authors: Qin Yuting , Feng Xiaofei , Luo Huihuan , Liu Shengqiang , Wang Xiaochen , Wang Xi , Yang Qian , Zhao Qi , Cao Yunfeng , Li Jingmin , Fang Zhongze , Wang Shuai 
Published: April 2021

AbstractPurposeTo determine the association between plasma free fatty acid (FFA) levels and primary angle‐closure glaucoma (PACG).MethodsFree fatty acid (FFA) levels in patients with PACG (n = 181) and people without glaucoma (n = 340) were compared. Twenty‐two FFAs and six lipid classes were measured using metabolomics analysis. Odds ratio (OR) of these metabolites and their 95% confidence intervals (95%CI) for PACG were obtained by logistic regression. Stepwise forward selection was performed to identify FFAs that influenced PACG risk. Areas under the curve (AUC) were applied to assess the predictive performance. Spearman’s rank correlation was used to assess the relationship between ocular parameters and FFAs.ResultsMost FFAs in the PACG group were lower than those in the non‐glaucoma group. Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA; OR for fourth quartile (Q4) vs. first quartile (Q1): 0.32 (0.16–0.66); per standard deviation (SD) increase: 0.64 (0.49–0.83); p for trend: 0.0007) and total saturated fatty acids (SFAs; OR for Q4 versus Q1: 0.27 (0.13–0.56); per SD increase: 0.65 (0.50–0.87); p for trend: 0.0004) were associated with decreased PACG risk. The AUC of the model that included DHA, total SFAs, demographic and ophthalmic factors increased from 0.8230 (0.7811–0.8649) to 0.8512 (0.8133–0.8891) (increased AUC: 0.0282 (0.0112–0.0453); p for increased AUC: 0.0012). Additionally, the cup‐disc ratio had a weak negative correlation with DHA and total SFAs (DHA: r = −0.12085, p = 0.0065; total SFAs: r = −0.13318, p = 0.0024).ConclusionsDecrease in FFA levels may be related to lipid peroxidation. Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and total SFAs may be screening indices for PACG patients.