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Parenting Styles: Interaction with Hyperactivity
Authors: Gallopeni Florim , Lecaj Albulena , Jakupi Blerton , Miftari Shukrije , Metushi Donjeta , Sejdiu Arta 
Published: May 2023

Abstract
Hyperactivity is a mental health disorder that causes drastic fluctuation level of concentration and hyperactivity (Snyder, 2006). People with hyperactivity have difficulty concentrating, sitting position, in dedicating attention, stay organized, following instructions, memorizing the details and management of impulsiveness (Smith, 2016). Participants were from primary school students in Kosovo, N=200 Children age 9-11 and N=200 parents, they completed the following instruments, PSDQ questionnaire; (Robinson, Mandleco, Olsen, & Hart, 2001) this instruments was for measuring parenting styles, and Children behavioral checklist version for parents (Achenbach and Rescorla, 2007). The results shown that hyperactivity of children was positively correlated with authoritarian and tolerant parenting styles. In the survey results show that 74.0% of children participate in extra-curricular activities, and 26.0% did not participate in extra-curricular activities.Regression analysis explain 32% of variance for hyperactivity factor as a depended variable predicted by Gender and authoritarian parenting style. Also male has higher mean of hyperactivity than female and results was significantly different with p=.030* Conclusion is that parents who set strict rules authoritarian parents and tolerant parents can have a hyperactive children. Usually there is no need for special treatment for parents, already they have to be empathic with their children, collaboration with peers, relatives and parent-child cooperation which will give positive effect.
Research and Implementation of Image Rain Removal Based on Deep Learning
Authors: Wang Dong , Wang Zhongsheng 
Published: May 2023

Abstract
The traditional rain removal algorithm needs to optimize a large number of parameters, and it is only effective for rain of a specific shape, and the model generalization ability is poor. In recent years, the performance of rain removal methods based on deep learning is better than many traditional methods, but there are problems such as incomplete or excessive rain removal, and incomplete texture reconstruction of background details. This paper proposes a rain removal network based on generative confrontation, which connects the high and low frequency parts and integrates them into the model. At the same time, the attention mechanism cyclic neural network is organically combined, which can better preserve the background texture while removing rain. Theoretical can produce better rain streak removal with better color distortion.
TaqMan real-time PCR for detection of pathogenic Leptospira spp. in canine clinical samples
Authors: Rahman Mohammad Sabri Abdul , Khor Kuan Hua , Khairani-Bejo Siti , Lau Seng Fong , Mazlan Mazlina , Roslan Mohd Azri , Ajat Mohd Mokrish Md , Noor Mohd Akmal Mohd 
Published: May 2023

Abstract

Introduction
Canine leptospirosis has always been a differential diagnosis in dogs presenting with clinical signs and blood profiles associated with kidney and/or liver disease. The conventional polymerase chain reaction (PCR) provides diagnoses, but real-time PCR-based tests provide earlier confirmation and determine the severity of infection, especially in the acute stage, allowing early detection for immediate treatment decisions. To our knowledge, real-time PCR has not been routinely adopted for clinical investigation in Malaysia. This study evaluated TaqMan real-time PCR (qPCR) assays diagnosing leptospirosis and compared their applicability to clinical samples from dogs with kidney and/or liver disease against a conventional PCR reference.

Material and Methods
The qPCR assays were validated using existing leptospiral isolates. Whole blood and urine samples were analysed using a conventional PCR, LipL32(1) and LipL32(2) qPCRs and a microscopic agglutination test. The sensitivity and specificity of the qPCRs were determined.

Results
The LipL32(1) qPCR assay had more diagnostic value than the LipL32(2) qPCR assay. Further evaluation of this assay revealed that it could detect as low as five DNA copies per reaction with high specificity for the tested leptospiral strains. No cross-amplification was observed with other organisms. Analysing the clinical samples, the LipL32(1) qPCR assay had 100.0% sensitivity and >75.0% specificity.

Conclusion
The LipL32(1) qPCR assay is sensitive, specific and has the potential to be applied in future studies.
Regional Differences in the Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on the Demand for Bus Transport in the Slovak Republic
Authors: Konečný Vladimír , Zuzaniak Martin , Brídziková Mária , Jaśkiewicz Marek 
Published: May 2023

Abstract
The COVID-19 pandemic and the anti-pandemic measures taken have significantly affected the activities of the society and the associated need for mobility, as well as the transport behaviour of inhabitants. The goal of this research is to assess the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the change in the demand of residents for suburban bus transport (SBT) services in the regions of Slovakia. Due to the impact of the pandemic of COVID-19, there was a decrease in the number of passengers transported by SBT as well as a decrease in the supply of bus services offered in all the regions under study. The decrease in the number of passengers in the pandemic year was caused not only by COVID-19 and the anti-pandemic measures, but also by the reduction in the supply of SBT. The research confirmed the relation between the reduction in the offer of SBT and the decrease in passenger demand.
Impact of the COVID Crisis on Public Passenger Transport in Slovakia and Urban Transport in Žilina on a Selected Line
Authors: Majerčák Peter , Majerčák Jozef , Kurenkov Petr Vladimirovič 
Published: May 2023

Abstract
The effects of the COVID-19-related crisis in society can be seen not only in long-distance passenger transport but also in the urban transportation services in the territory. During the pandemic, the travelling public tended to choose private motor vehicles, bicycles, or walking as their mode of transport to work or other activities. This fact was also the subject of our research based on the analysis of data on public passenger rail transport in the individual regions of the Slovak Republic and based on data analysis performed, also in urban transport in the city of Žilina. Mobility in the city was investigated and analysed based on detailed monitoring of the use of the means of transport on a specific trolleybus line No. 67, where a hybrid trolleybus Škoda 26TrA Solaris was deployed. It was found out that the impact of the pandemic and the adoption of restrictive measures to prevent the spread of the disease significantly affected this trolleybus line, where, depending on the extent of the measures taken, the occupancy of the trolleybus fluctuated by up to 60 % in specific months compared to the standard period of use of this means of transport.
Pelatihan Pengembangan Bisnis Bumdes dengan Analisis Swot dan Business Model Canvas di Desa Lengkong, Kuningan
Authors: Awaluddin Robi 
Published: May 2023

Pemerintah mengucurkan anggaran sekitar Rp330 triliun untuk program Dana Desa dalam lima tahun terakhir, sementara itu salah satu pos pengembangan usaha desa melalui BUMDes belum terlaksana di desa Lengkong, Salah satu desa terbesar di kecamatan garawangi. Desa Lengkong Secara Administrasi Merupakan Salah Satu desa dalam Wilayah Kecamatan Garawangi Kabupaten Kuningan. BUMDes di desa lengkong saat ini masih belum terbentuk dan masih dalam perancangan, di sisi lain kader posyandu sudah berperan aktif dalam kegiatan kemasyarakatan, kelompok karang taruna pada saat pengabdian ini dilakukan juga masih dalam tahap transisi dan penyusunan program kerja karena baru terpilih kepemimpinan yang baru di karang taruna, namun kelompok tani sudah terbentuk selama 1 tahun. Analisis bisnis melalui SWOT dan Rancangan Produk dengan alat analisis BMC sudah dibuat untuk rancangan masa depan, tindak lanjut dari program pengabdian masyarakat ini adalah adanya pendampingan yang komprehensif terhadap UMKM Terpadu dan rintisan Pembentukan BUMDes di Desa Lengkong.
Innovative Approaches for Tackling Tax Evasion in the South African Minibus Taxi Industry: Lessons from Ghana, Zambia, and Zimbabwe
Authors: Ndlovu Jane , Mohale Enhle 
Published: May 2023

In South Africa, minibus taxis are a crucial mode of public transport for many commuters and a vital informal business sector with an estimated value of R90 billion. Concerns have been raised that the South African Revenue Service (SARS) is not collecting the optimal amount of tax revenue from this industry, with estimated tax collection at only R5 million in 2021. As a result of concerns that this industry might be involved in tax evasion or massive tax avoidance, this study investigates the taxation of minibus taxis in South Africa and explores alternative tax regimes that could be implemented to improve revenue collection. The study compares the current South African turnover tax system for minibus taxi operators to other African tax systems and evaluates a viable alternative tax regime or tax collection system. To improve tax collection from the industry, South Africa could consider a tax system tailored to the industry’s informal nature, utilising metrics such as vehicle seating capacity or distance travelled. A standardised tax system for small, medium, and micro enterprises may not be suitable. Consultation with industry stakeholders is essential for the proposed tax system to be acceptable. The study’s findings could inform South Africa’s National Treasury in creating a tax structure or collection scheme targeting the minibus taxi industry. This could increase tax revenue collection from the industry and support government expenditure, including income and wealth redistribution. This study distinguishes itself from prior publications on the South African minibus taxi industry by addressing tax compliance and collection challenges. It offers recommendations for alternative tax regimes to mitigate these challenges.
Freedom Charter, Women's Charter, Memories, and (Un)freedoms
Authors: Archary Kogielam Keerthi 
Published: May 2023

More than 60 years ago, South African women declared their aim of striving for the removal of all laws, regulations, conventions and customs that discriminated against women and that deprived them in any way of their inherent right to the advantages, responsibilities and opportunities that society offered to any one section of the population. Women do not form a society separate from men. There is only one society, and it is made up of both women and men. Against this backdrop, after 60 years, and with a Women’s Charter and Freedom Charter in place, there are many issues that still need to be addressed, highlighted and referred to. On the agenda is the investigation of unresolved women’s issues so as to pave the way for emancipation from the (un)freedoms that still prevail. On August 9, 1956, more than 20 000 women marched to the Union Buildings in Pretoria to protest against the extension of women’s pass laws. This march, organised by the Federation of South African Women, has been recorded as one of the largest demonstrations staged in this country’s history. Women have played an important role in building a better South Africa. They should be protected against abuse, violence and discrimination, and they must be valued and respected in order to uphold the vision of building a non-racist, non-sexist and prosperous South Africa. Against this background, celebrating the 60th anniversary of the Women’s Charter and 25 years of freedom indicates that change should have taken place over the last six decades. However, the liberation, education and management of South African women within the paradigm of political, legal, economic and social challenges need to be investigated and documented.
The psychological autopsy: An overview of its utility and methodology
Authors: Bhushan Divya , Yadav Jayanthi , Rozatkar Abhijit Ramdas , Moirangthem Sangita , Arora Arneet 
Published: May 2023

Objectives:
The objective of this study is to provide an overview of the psychological autopsy (PA) research method, including its methodology, uses, limitations, and ethical considerations.

Materials and Methods:
The study conducted a PA investigation on 35 cases of suicide. Information was collected from multiple sources and reliable informants, including family members, friends, medical and mental health professionals, and other relevant individuals. Qualitative and quantitative research methods were used to analyze the collected information.

Results:
The results indicated that several factors were associated with suicide, including mental health problems, life stressors, interpersonal conflicts, substance abuse, and history of previous suicide attempts. The findings have important implications for suicide prevention strategies, emphasizing the significance of addressing mental health issues and providing social support.

Conclusion:
The PA is a valuable research method for investigating and understanding suicide. Despite challenges such as recall biases and methodological limitations, it provides insights into the psychological factors associated with suicide and informs suicide prevention strategies. However, conducting psychological autopsies requires careful consideration of ethical issues. Further research is needed to replicate and extend the findings of this study
Melhoria Do Processo De Execução De Aulas Por Meio De Dados Analíticos Do Programa De Monitoria Acadêmica
Authors: Damasceno Eduardo Filgueiras , Valter Rosianne Silva , Silva Armando Paulo da 
Published: May 2023

Este artigo apresenta uma pesquisa-ação com intervenção direta para atenuar um problema comum a monitoria acadêmica. Diversas alternativas já foram aplicadas na gestão das informações oriundas do processo de monitoria acadêmica, tais como reuniões, treinamentos, registros obrigatórios, grupos de estudos, no entanto, todos estes são ações que refletem o estado posterior ao ensino de sala de aula. Alternativas que inserem um sistema de informação também são a forma mais comum de se registrar o passado sendo ainda uma limitação prever tendências e apoiar de maneira mais estratégica a reprogramação tanto de conteúdo quanto de calendário da disciplina em tempo de execução. Assim, este artigo discute o processo de reestruturação das aulas, considerando seu planejamento e execução, com uma abordagem por um sistema de informação com tecnologia de inteligência analítica no intuito de melhorar o processo. Procurou-se responder ao longo da discussão como a apresentação de informações da percepção da aula ministrada contribui para a melhoria do processo de ensino e aprendizagem. Os resultados apresentados aqui reforçam a importância do programa de monitoria acadêmico no apoio à melhoria da qualidade do ensino, principalmente considerando que um sistema de informação consolida os dados para uma tomada de decisão pelos gestores universitários.
The Impact of Corporate Governance Mechanisms on Environmental Disclosure Practices: Evidence from Manufacturing Industry in Bangladesh
Authors: Das Sumon Kumar , Akter Diljahan , Hossain Tanvir 
Published: May 2023

The current study identifies the impact of corporate governance mechanisms on environmental disclosure (ED) in Bangladesh. A total of 359 firm-year observations extracted from the annual reports of 86 listed manufacturing companies listed on the Dhaka Stock Exchange for the period from 2015 to 2019 were examined. Multiple linear regression analysis was performed to identify the driving forces of ED practices. This study found that foreign stockholdings, board size, and audit committee size significantly positively correlate with ED. However, surprisingly, more representation of independent directors in the boardroom and institutional ownership in share capital can actually reduce the extent of ED for our sample firms. These results provide a comprehensive understanding of the determinants of ED in an emerging country like Bangladesh and may prove useful for regulators, policymakers, and corporate managers. The data will assist other stakeholders in making relevant decisions. However, by providing the empirical facts of the underlying determinants of ED practices in developing countries’ manufacturing sector settings, the study provides a novel contribution to the current ED literature. To the best of the authors’ knowledge, this is the first study investigating the determinants of ED practices of the manufacturing industry based on the Global Reporting Initiative.
Comparative accuracy of sonography, mammography and the BI-RADS characterization of breast masses among adult women at Mulago Hospital, Uganda
Authors: Mubuuke Aloysius G , Nassanga Rita , Galukande Moses 
Published: May 2023

Background Breast cancer is common among Ugandan women and mortality rate is significantly high. Uganda, like many low-income countries, has no national regular mammography screening programme, a gold standard in breast cancer imaging. Breast ultrasound and Breast Imaging Reporting and Data System (BI-RADS) classification is thus being promoted as a supplemental evaluation tool for breast masses. However, studies on the comparative accuracy of breast sonography, mammography and BI-RADS from low-income settings are limited. This study aimed to determine the accuracy of breast ultrasound, mammography and BI-RADS classification against histology in the evaluation of breast masses among adult women. Methods This was a cross-sectional study conducted at Mulago National Referral Hospital involving women with breast masses. The women underwent breast ultrasound, mammography and needle biopsy for histological analysis. The breast lesions were also evaluated against the BI-RADS characterization criteria. Results Overall, 212 breast masses were evaluated and included in the analysis. Of these, 50% (106) were benign and 50% (106) were malignant. The sensitivity for ultrasound and mammography separately was 68.5% and 72.5% respectively. The sensitivity for ultrasound and mammography combined was 85%. BI-RADS 5 category had the highest sensitivity at 59.9% while the highest specificity was noted among BI-RADS 3 and 5 at 100%. The highest accuracy was noted in the BI-RADS 5 category at 79.9%. Conclusions Findings from this study demonstrate that combining ultrasound and mammography could have a higher sensitivity and diagnostic accuracy than when these imaging modalities are used independently. In addition, the BI-RADS reporting classification has an optimum positive predictive value and should be promoted to standardize breast imaging reporting.
Maternal exposure to intimate partner violence and breastfeeding practices of children 0–23 months: findings from the 2018 Nigeria Demographic and Health Survey
Authors: Olubodun Tope , Asefa Anteneh , Banke-Thomas Aduragbemi , Balogun Mobolanle , Okafor Ifeoma , Odukoya Oluwakemi , Beňová Lenka 
Published: May 2023

Background Intimate partner violence (IPV) is an important public health and human rights issue with high prevalence in Nigeria. Understanding the link between IPV and breastfeeding—an important intervention to reduce child morbidity and mortality—is critical and could inform strategies to promote breastfeeding and reduce IPV. This study examines the association between recent maternal experience of IPV and optimal breastfeeding of children aged 0 to 23 months in Nigeria. Methods This secondary analysis of the 2018 Nigeria Demographic and Health Survey included a sample of 3,749 women aged 15 – 49 years who had singleton live birth in the two years preceding the survey. The outcome variable was optimal breastfeeding for age (exclusive breastfeeding in the first six months of life and any breastfeeding from 6-23 months). We defined recent IPV as exposure to any IPV in the 12 months preceding the survey; we also included the number of forms of IPV experienced (0, 1, 2 or 3: physical, emotional, and sexual) as an additional categorical independent variable. We used frequencies and proportions to describe key variables. We then conducted two multivariable logistic regression models—with any IPV and number of forms of IPV to determine the crude and adjusted odds ratios between IPV and optimal breastfeeding for age. Results Among all women, 31% experienced any IPV and 2.6% all three forms. Nearly one-third (31.7%) of babies <6 months of age and 70.4% of 6–23-month-olds were optimally breastfed. We found no significant association between any IPV and optimal breastfeeding for age (adjusted odds ratio, aOR=0.92; 95% confidence interval, CI=0.76–1.14). However, women who experienced all three forms of IPV were significantly less likely to optimally breastfeed their children (aOR=0.58; 95% CI =0.36–0.93) than those with no IPV experience. Conclusions Policies and strategies to promote breastfeeding should include measures to identify and mitigate IPV against pregnant and breastfeeding women and provide optimal psychological and breastfeeding support for those who are victims of IPV.
Psychotraumatisierung von Soldaten im Rahmen von kriegerisch geprägten Einsätzen
Authors: Höllmer Helge 
Published: May 2023

Abstract
Durch den Krieg in der Ukraine ist auch das Militär gefordert, die seit Jahren immer stärker fokussierte Einzelrettung und -behandlung wieder in größeren Dimensionen zu betrachten. Hierbei hat auch die in den letzten Jahren immer mehr akzeptierte Versorgungsnotwendigkeit psychisch traumatisierter Soldaten, weil auch sie in der Menge zu einem nennenswerten Ausfall führen, eine zunehmende Beachtung gefunden. Die Herausforderung sowie Besonderheiten des Militärischen wie auch Aufgaben für die Zivilgesellschaft werden in diesem Artikel aus Sicht eines leitenden Wehrpsychiaters dargestellt.