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Uncertainty and risk: purchase intentions of new and expectant adopting parents
Authors: Way Danielle , Jeanine Meyers Yuvay 
Published: March 2013

PurposeThe consumer culture for expectant parents has changed considerably over the past few decades. Culturally, society places a great deal of emphasis and attention on traditional families and often neglects to recognize non‐traditional families. Although previous consumer literature examines purchase intentions in preparation for parenthood through the traditional biological lens, there have yet to be studies that observe this phenomenon in the context of adoption. This study aims to provide an understanding of the consumer uncertainty and risk that affect purchase intention in this family dynamic.Design/methodology/approachThis study focuses on the psychological dimensions of risk to examine consumer uncertainty as it relates to purchase decisions during the expectant stage of adoption. A literature review was conducted in order to provide a foundation for the study. After finding gaps in the current literature, a mixed approach qualitative study was conducted. Through extensive interviews and focus groups, data were gathered directly from families that meet the scenario requirement and then the findings were analyzed in the phenomenological custom of theme clustering.FindingsThe research showed that adoptive parents as consumers largely associate the uncertainty and risk involved with making purchases for a new child with their lack of reference groups. There is a clear pattern of discontent, on the part of adoptive parents, with the lack of interest in their life changing situation (adoption) paid by family, friends, and marketers. Themes that emerged through the research showed that adoptive families desire to be reflected more in the media and further, to be acknowledged as expectant parents in order to bolster confidence in their purchase decisions.Originality/valueThis research provides marketers with a unique perspective as it relates to adoptive parents as consumers. Through the findings of this study, companies can learn some of the key themes to address if they would like to target this segment of affluent parents. By understanding the uncertainty and risk these consumers feel regarding purchase intentions, these fears can be alleviated by companies hoping to engage this audience.
A domain model for online community building and collaboration in eGovernment and policy modelling
Authors: Kaliva Eleni , Panopoulou Eleni , Tambouris Efthimios , Tarabanis Konstantinos 
Published: March 2013

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to develop a domain model for online community building and collaboration in e‐government and policy modelling.Design/methodology/approachThe authors followed a structured approach including five distinct steps: define the domain to be investigated; collect domain knowledge from both existing online community building and collaboration platforms and domain experts; analyse the gathered knowledge; develop and evaluate the domain model.FindingsA domain model was developed for community building and collaboration in eGovernment and policy modelling, including the domain definition, the domain lexicon and the conceptual models modelling its basic entities and functions of the domain. In particular, the UML class diagram was used for modelling the domain entities and the UML use cases diagram for modelling the domain functions.Originality/valueA literature search revealed a lack of domain models for online community building and collaboration, not only in e‐government and policy modelling but also in general. The proposed model provides a better understanding of the domain. It can also be used in the development of relevant platforms, leading to the reduction of software development costs and delivery time, as well as the improvement of software quality and reliability, by minimising domain analysis errors.
Reinventing marcom for the new marketplace
Authors: Schultz Don E. 
Published: March 2013

PurposeThe purpose of this viewpoint is to raise the issue of the development of marketing communication in and for emerging markets.Design/methodology/approachThis is a conceptual piece which is not supported by formal research. It is based on existing literature and the experience of the author. Previous experience, writings, consulting and teaching are the primary base for the discussion. Suggestions and recommendations for further research and development are made.FindingsThis work suggests that present western models are inappropriate, therefore, it provides an alternative view and a new conceptual model. The model developed has been based on the needs and requirements of emerging markets and is presented and discussed.Practical implicationsThis viewpoint provides practitioners with a new, practical way to consider and develop marketing communication programs in emerging markets. It also provides the academic community with a conceptual model which can be tested and refined over time. Thus, it serves a dual purpose: it provides a new, unique and relevant view of marketing communications in emerging markets and it also provides a platform for cooperative research among the academic and professional communities.Social implicationsThe concept suggests that consumers now and will in the future control the impact and effect of all forms of marketing communication. There are substantial implications of this shift of marketplace power if the suppositions of the author are accurate.Originality/valueThis viewpoint builds on other research, writing and developmental work by the author. It is the synthesis of several years of research, teaching, consulting and discussion by the author in a number of emerging markets and economies.
Developments in the real‐time evaluation of audience behaviour at planned events
Authors: Brown Steve , Hutton Alison 
Published: March 2013

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to explore recent technological and methodological developments in the evaluation of audience behaviour at planned events and discuss the implications for researchers in this field, particularly the advantages of evaluating in real‐time. The creation and staging of the event experience – the realm of event design – is predicated on an understanding of the psychosocial domain of the audience. By understanding the motivations, the behaviours and the predispositions that the audience brings to the event, and how event design principles and techniques can be applied to influence audience behaviour in real time, the event designer is able to more successfully create and stage the event experience to meet the aims and objectives of the event.Design/methodology/approachThe paper discusses international developments in the evaluation of the psychosocial domain of audiences at planned events and the range of research methodologies being used from a practitioner academic perspective. The paper will look at current research being undertaken in Sweden, Austria and Australia and identify trends internationally in this nascent field of research.FindingsThe paper argues that real time data collection of audiences provides insights into the effective design and management of planned events, particularly from the event risk management perspective.Practical implicationsDrawing on work being undertaken in the mass gatherings, tourism and service fields, the paper examines and synthesises these into a proposed model for the effective evaluation of the event audience.Originality/valueThis paper argues for an increase in – and a model for – research on audience behaviour, specifically in the real time capture and analysis of data of audiences at events as a means of developing and understanding of the effects of event design techniques applied at planned events.
Patterns and trends in event tourism study topics over 30 years
Authors: Kim Jungwoon , Boo Soyoung , Kim Yonghwi 
Published: March 2013

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to investigate shifts and patterns evident in event studies over the past 30 years. It aims to review events‐related academic articles published between 1980 and 2010 in the top three tourism journals.Design/methodology/approachBy reviewing 178 event‐related articles collected from the Annals of Tourism Research, the Journal of Travel Research and Tourism Management, published between 1980 and 2010, a content analysis was carried out in regard to trends in academic writings related to events.FindingsThe study found that, even though the number of event studies has dramatically increased since 2000, and subject areas have become more diversified, the focus has still remained on a very limited number of topics.Originality/valueThe present study will increase awareness among academia and researchers about the characteristics and development of research in event studies; will increase the understating of the meaning of “event” in the tourism industry by reviewing event studies published in tourism journals; will be a useful reference guide for academic researchers who contribute to event studies, which is a relatively new area of research; and will extend practical knowledge of the event field.
The role of criminal cognitions and personality traits in non‐violent recidivism: an empirical investigation within a prison sample
Authors: Bourke Ashling , Boduszek Daniel , Hyland Philip 
Published: March 2013

PurposeThe aim of the current study is to investigate criminal psycho‐social cognition, criminal associates and personality traits as predictors of non‐violent recidivism.Design/methodology/approachThe sample consisted of 179 male non‐violent offenders. Each offender completed self‐report measures assessing criminal attitudes, criminal associates, criminal social identity and Eysenck's personality traits. Recidivism was assessed through self‐reported frequency of imprisonment. A sequential moderated multiple regression analysis investigated the relationship between criminal thinking, criminal social identity and level of recidivism with the moderating role of personality.FindingsResults indicate that criminal thinking is moderated by personality in the prediction of recidivism such that respondents who score high on psychoticism and low on neuroticism and extraversion show a positive association between criminal think styles and recidivism.Research limitations/implicationsIt is suggested that future research and risk assessment instruments consider the interaction between risk factors in the prediction of recidivism, rather than investigating the factors independently.Originality/valueThis study is a valuable contribution as it investigates non‐violent recidivism specifically, and informs on the moderating influence of personality in the prediction of this behaviour.
Reconceptualizing the notion of victim selection, risk, and offender behavior in healthcare serial murders
Authors: Lubaszka Christine K. , Shon Phillip C. 
Published: March 2013

PurposeBeginning with the understanding that healthcare serial killers differ from traditional serial killers in terms of victim selection, risk and offender behavior, this paper attempts to reconceptualize how the motivations of healthcare serial killers are understood within the scope of care‐giving environments.Design/methodology/approachDrawing on the current literature surrounding serial homicide and serial killers, the paper argues that healthcare serial killers, by virtue of their profession, have an advantage in committing homicides that are less likely to be detected.FindingsIt is found that healthcare professionals work in an environment that is conducive to anti‐social behaviour like homicide. More specifically, recurring conditions within the work place (e.g. lack of a reporting system for problem employees, code of silence amongst employees) adds to the ease with which healthcare serial killers can evade capture.Originality/valueResearch examining healthcare professionals who kill their patients is limited. The current paper provisionally adds to the current understanding of serial homicide. While offering various explanations as to why healthcare serial killers are difficult to detect, this paper also explores some potential solutions for the monitoring of healthcare professionals and protecting the vulnerable patients in their care.
Unravelling the mysteries of a mesopelagic diet: a large apex predator specializes on small prey
Authors: Naito Yasuhiko , Costa Daniel P. , Adachi Taiki , Robinson Patrick W. , Fowler Melinda , Takahashi Akinori 
Published: March 2013

Summary

To gain insight into the foraging behaviour of deep diving seals, we developed a long‐term jaw‐motion recorder, which successfully measured the feeding attempts of four post‐breeding female northern elephant seals for 55–68 days during migration in the north‐east Pacific Ocean.

Using the jaw‐motion recorders in conjunction with satellite tracking data, we first reveal the three‐dimensional fine‐scale distribution of deep foraging activity in the north‐east Pacific Ocean.

A large number of jaw‐motion events (23 817–58 766 during 2925–4178 dives, per seal) were observed with diel patterns suggesting their dependency on small mesopelagic prey. Calculations using at‐sea field metabolic‐rate and the photographs concurrently obtained by the head‐mounted camera indicated feeding on small mesopelagic prey (10–20 g) including lantern fish (F. Myctophidae).

The foraging behaviour of the northern elephant seal contrasts with echolocating toothed whales, which make fewer feeding attempts, suggesting the whales forage more selectively. We hypothesize that the continuous diving mode exhibited by this seal could be attributed to their reliance on small prey and their less efficient ‘passive sensors’ for prey search, that is, their vision or whiskers to detect prey.
Traumatic abdominal wall herniation: case series review and discussion
Authors: Gutteridge Ian , Towsey Keith , Pollard Cliff 
Published: March 2013

AbstractBackgroundTraumatic abdominal wall hernia (TAWH) is a rare type of hernia occurring secondary to blunt trauma to the abdomen. Its management remains controversial within the surgical community, mainly due to complexities in diagnosis, appropriate surgical approach and timing of closure.MethodCases were identified retrospectively, via interviews with trauma surgeons at a Tertiary Trauma Centre, the Royal Brisbane & Women's Hospital, in Brisbane, Australia. In addition, data were collected via in‐house trauma and operative databases.ResultsFive cases of TAWH were identified over a 3‐year period. All cases involved injuries sustained from motor vehicle or motor bike accidents. Diagnosis was purely clinical in one case and clinically suspected, then confirmed by computed tomography in the remainder. Herniation was managed by immediate closure in one instance, delayed/staged closure in three cases and conservative management in the remainder. In addition, three of the five patients were obese. At minimal 3‐month follow‐up, no evidence of recurrence of herniation was present in four of the five cases. One case was lost to follow‐up.ConclusionsTAWH is a complex injury to manage and no one approach is all encompassing. Correct diagnosis is essential as this allows proper planning for the method and timing of repair. This series highlighted that incorrect seatbelt placement, especially in the obese population, may be a risk factor for increased incidence of TAWH.
The role of 1.5 Tesla magnetic resonance imaging in staging prostate cancer
Authors: Johnston Richard , Wong Lih‐Ming , Warren Anne , Shah Nimish , Neal David 
Published: March 2013

AbstractBackgroundTo review the role of 1.5T (standard) magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) in predicting pathological T stage of prostate cancer in patients undergoing radical prostatectomy.MethodsAll patients undergoing radical prostatectomy between 2005 and 2010, who had a preoperative MRI, were included in the study. All MRI examinations were performed with a 1.5‐T magnet without an endorectal coil. All the MRIs and prostate specimen histology slides were reviewed by genitourinary radiologists and pathologists at a centralized multidisciplinary team meeting. We calculated the sensitivity and specificity according to D'Amico risk classification. Likelihood ratios were used to test the discriminative ability of MRI.ResultsA total of 568 patients were identified as eligible. Median age was 62 years (35–74). Average prostate‐specific antigen was 8.70 ng/mL (0.5–63). Risk categories included low, intermediate and high risk and contained 198 (34.9%), 303 (53.3%) and 67 (11.8%) patients, respectively. Comparisons between MRI findings and final histology gave a sensitivity of 20.0% and specificity of 80.2%. The positive likelihood ratio was 1.25. Although there was a trend (sr rho = 0.79) towards improved sensitivity as the clinical stage increased, this did not reach statistical significance (P = 0.68).ConclusionStandard MRI does not improve preoperative local staging. Therefore, we recommend that standard MRI has no role in the local staging of prostate cancer. The use of higher field strength magnets (e.g. 3.0 T) and/or endorectal coil or the addition of other techniques such as dynamic contrast‐enhanced MRI, diffusion‐weighted MRI and MR spectroscopy imaging should therefore be preferentially used in routine clinical practice.
Combined surgical procedures using laparoendoscopic single‐site surgery approach
Authors: Palanivelu C , Ahluwalia Jasmeet Singh , Palanivelu Praveenraj , Palanisamy Senthilnathan , Vij Anirudh 
Published: March 2013

AbstractIntroductionAs our experience with laparoendoscopic single‐site (LESS) surgeries increased, we considered how it might be employed if two or more surgeries were to be combined. LESS surgeries' cosmetic advantages, decreased parietal trauma and better patient satisfaction relative to standard multiport laparoscopy have been previously reported, but its special role in combined surgeries has never been stressed. In this series, we present the advantages of LESS procedure over multiport laparoscopy in combined surgical procedures. To the best of our knowledge, this has never been reported before.MethodsA retrospective analysis of 27 patients was performed. The patients underwent combined LESS procedures between February 2010 and January 2012 at GEM Hospital, Coimbatore, India. All patients were of ASA grade 1 or 2. Patients with previous surgery in the umbilical region were not offered single‐incision surgery.ResultsWe successfully performed 27 combined LESS procedures over a span of 2 years. Twenty patients were women and seven were men. Mean age was 35.94 years (range, 10–66 years). Mean BMI was 27.2. There were no major intraoperative complications. Mean blood loss was 45.7 mL (range, 0.0–120.0 mL). Mean postoperative hospital stay was 3.08 days (range, 1–5 days).ConclusionWhen a suitable case of multiple pathologies is encountered and LESS surgery is feasible for all of them, performing LESS surgery not only has cosmetic advantages over standard laparoscopy, but it also avoids the need for additional ports to achieve adequate visualization and access. All quadrants of the abdomen remain under reach through umbilicus.
Evolving ideas about the male refractory period
Authors: Turley Kenneth R. , Rowland David L. 
Published: March 2013

The male refractory period (MRP) continues to be a topic of discussion and debate within the field of sexual medicine. To date explanations rely on central descending (efferent) influences involving specific neurotransmitter systems. Herein we explore the issue of the male refractory period, identifying problems with current explanations, specifying the parameters of an adequate model, and suggesting possible mechanisms mediating this phenomenon.We review the literature regarding existing explanations for the MRP and look to other systems of physiological regulation that might provide a model for the conceptualization of the MRP.Our approach differs from traditional explanations in that it emphasizes the possible roles of various peripheral, rather than central, feedback (afferent) systems that affect peripheral autonomic functioning and response.Yet our approach is consistent with other peripheral regulatory feedback systems controlling autonomic response related to such processes as heart rate, respiration, and gut motility.Although direct empirical research supporting our approach is lacking, sufficient evidence exists to support the idea that such processes are not only possible but likely with respect to the male refractory period. We suggest several lines of research that might provide empirical support for this approach.
Incidence and risk factors for new‐onset diabetes in living‐donor liver transplant recipients
Authors: Honda Masaki , Asonuma Katsuhiro , Hayashida Shintaro , Suda Hiroko , Ohya Yuki , Lee Kwang‐Jong , Yamamoto Hidekazu , Takeichi Takayuki , Inomata Yukihiro 
Published: March 2013

AbstractWith the increased number of long‐term survivors after liver transplantation, new‐onset diabetes after transplantation (NODAT) is becoming more significant in patient follow‐up. However, the incidence of new‐onset diabetes after living‐donor liver transplantation (LDLT) has not been well elucidated. The aim of this study was to evaluate the incidence and risk factors for NODAT in adult LDLT recipients at a single center in Japan. A retrospective study was performed on 161 adult patients without diabetes who had been followed up for ≥three months after LDLT. NODAT was defined according to the 2003 American Diabetes Association/World Health Organization guidelines. The recipient‐, donor‐, operation‐, and immunosuppression‐associated risk factors for NODAT were assessed. Overall, the incidence of NODAT was 13.7% (22/161) with a mean follow‐up of 49.8 months. In a multivariate analysis, the identified risk factors for NODAT were donor liver‐to‐spleen (L‐S) ratio (hazard ratio [HR] = 0.022, 95% confidence interval [CI] = 0.001–0.500, p = 0.017), and steroid pulse therapy for acute rejection (HR = 3.320, 95% CI = 1.365–8.075, p = 0.008). In conclusion, donor L‐S ratio and steroid pulse therapy for acute rejection were independent predictors for NODAT in LDLT recipients. These findings can help in screening for NODAT and applying early interventions.
Iron‐deficiency anemia in infancy and poorer cognitive inhibitory control at age 10 years
Authors: Algarín Cecilia , Nelson Charles A , Peirano Patricio , Westerlund Alissa , Reyes Sussanne , Lozoff Betsy 
Published: March 2013

AimThe aim of this study was to assess the effects of iron‐deficiency anemia (IDA) in infancy on executive functioning at age 10 years, specifically inhibitory control on the Go/No‐Go task. We predicted that children who had IDA in infancy would show poorer inhibitory control.MethodWe assessed cognitive inhibitory control in 132 Chilean children (mean [SD] age 10y [1mo]): 69 children had IDA in infancy (45 males, 24 females) and 63 comparison children who did not have IDA (26 males, 37 females). Participants performed the Go/No‐Go task with event‐related potentials. Group differences in behavioral (accuracy, reaction time) and electrophysiological outcomes (N2 and P300 components) were analyzed using repeated‐measures analyses of variance. N2 and P300 are interpreted to reflect attention and resource allocation respectively.ResultsRelative to comparison participants, children who had IDA in infancy showed slower reaction time (mean [SE], 528.7ms [14.2] vs 485.0ms [15.0], 95% confidence interval [CI] for difference between groups 0.9–86.5); lower accuracy (95.4% [0.5] vs 96.9% [0.6], 95% CI −3.0 to −0.1); longer latency to N2 peak (378.9ms [4.9] vs 356.9ms [5.0], 95% CI 7.5–36.6); and smaller P300 amplitude (4.5μV [0.8] vs 7.6μV [0.9], 95% CI−5.5 to −0.5).InterpretationIDA in infancy was associated with slower reaction times and poorer inhibitory control 8 to 9 years after iron therapy. These findings are consistent with the long‐lasting effects of early IDA on myelination and/or prefrontal–striatal circuits where dopamine is the major neurotransmitter.