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Employee turnover and the social outreach (breadth): international evidence from the microfinance industry
Authors: Mia Md Aslam , Jibir Adamu , Omeke Michael 
Published: March 2023

PurposeEarlier studies on employee turnover have invested enormous scholarly mileage to understand and address human resource challenges. Considering the substantial evidence on the negative and non-linear relationship between employee turnover and firms’ performance, the purpose of this study is to investigate the effects of employee turnover on the social outreach (e.g. breadth of outreach) of microfinance institutions (MFIs), also known as the financial inclusion agenda of the Sustainable Development Goals.Design/methodology/approachTo achieve the study objective, the authors collected unbalanced panel data of 1,391 MFIs, covering a total of 96 economies and a period of 2010–2018. The organizational and macroeconomic data were obtained from the World Bank’s Mix Market and World Development Indicators databases, respectively, and subsequently analysed using the pooled ordinary least squares, random effects model, fixed effects model and generalized method of moments.FindingsOverall, the authors found that employee turnover has a positive impact on the social outreach of MFIs, which suggests that employee turnover reduces organizational blindness and groupthink, potentiates efficiency gains and minimizes retention costs. On the contrary, this study does not find evidence of a non-linear effect of employee turnover on the outreach objectives of MFIs. Meanwhile, these effects were observed to vary depending on the proxy, sub-samples and techniques used in the analysis.Originality/valueMotivated by the paucity of literature, the study has uniquely investigated the effect of employee turnover on the social outreach objective of MFIs by using relatively recent and global-level data. The study findings can help managers and the human resource departments to make optimum decisions about employee turnover management.
Phylogenic position and low genomic diversity of “Candidatus Rickettsia kotlanii” inferred by complete genome sequences of two Japanese isolates
Authors: Gotoh Yasuhiro , Takano Ai , Andoh Masako , Kasama Kentaro , Nakamura Keiji , Ando Shuji , Hayashi Tetsuya 
Published: March 2023

AbstractMany Rickettsia species of the spotted fever group (SFG) cause tick‐borne diseases known as “spotted fever.” One of the candidate SFG Rickettsia species is “Candidatus Rickettsia kotlanii,” which was first detected in Haemaphysalis concinna in Hungary in 2006. However, its precise phylogenetic position in the SFG is not clear because only single‐gene sequence–based phylogenetic analyses were performed using very limited genes. Here, we present the complete genome sequences of two Japanese “Ca. R. kotlanii” isolates, which differed only by a 135 bp insertion/deletion (InDel). Using these genomes and publicly available whole genome sequences of other Rickettsia species, the precise phylogenetic position of “Ca. R. kotlanii” in Rickettsia was determined to be in a clade of the SFG. The phylogenetic relationships and average nucleotide identity of “Ca. R. kotlanii” relative to the other species indicated that “Ca. R. kotlanii” is an independent taxon in the SFG. Notably, although the genomes of the two isolates were almost identical, the isolates were obtained from different tick species in different regions and years, suggesting extremely low genomic diversity in “Ca. R. kotlanii.” While the genome of “Ca. R. kotlanii” is the smallest in the transitional group and SFG Rickettsia sequenced to date, we identified genes uniquely present or absent in “Ca. R. kotlanii,” but most were apparently degraded. Therefore, analyses of differences at the sequence (single nucleotide polymorphisms and small InDels) or gene expression level will be required to understand the functional or physiological features unique to “Ca. R. kotlanii.”
Devouring and Asphyxia: Symptoms of a Cultural Complex in Present Times1
Authors: Wahba Liliana Liviano 
Published: March 2023

AbstractThe article discusses dominance and oppression in society due to cultural complexes filled with collective memories of destructiveness and perpetration, implicit memories which have remained repressed. Individual personal complexes and traumas are intertwined with traumatizing historical circumstances, setting up pairs of perpetrator and victim. The metaphors of devouring and asphyxiation are used to denote interpersonal and group relationships in which feelings of imprisonment, suffocating anxiety and expulsion are predominant, all of which leads to painful projections and introjections, dissociation and suffering. Asphyxiating death symbolizes not only environmental devastation by fire, the pandemic and the plague, but is also seen as a symptom of acute anxiety in modern times. Devouring stands for the annulment of the objectified Other in a patriarchal society best revealed in fratricidal struggles, the oppression of women and, ultimately, wars.
Determination of geographical origin for Atractylodes macrocephala Koidz by stable isotope and multielement analyses combined with chemometrics
Authors: Hai Chengying , Yang Xiaolong , Fu Haiyan , Chen Hengye , He Song , Kang Liping , Hao Qingxiu , Zhou Li , Zhan Zhilai , Liu Zhi , Yang Jian , Guo Lanping 
Published: March 2023

AbstractAtractylodes macrocephala Koidz (AMK) is an expensive edible Chinese herb with medicinal properties. Its economic value and medicinal properties are closely related to its geographical origin. In this study, a method based on stable isotopes and multiple elements combined with chemometrics was developed to identify the geographical origin of AMK. Five stable isotope ratios, including δ2H, δ18O, δ13C, δ15N, and δ34S, and 41 elements in 281 AMK samples from 10 regions were analyzed. An analysis of variance of stable isotope ratios and elements revealed that the δ2H, δ18O, Mg, Ca, and rare‐earth element concentrations in AMK from different geographical regions were significantly different. Orthogonal partial least squares discriminant analysis proved that Ca, K, Mg, and Na can be used for classifying (variable importance >1) and accurately identifying AMK from Panan, Xianfeng, and other areas with 100% discrimination accuracy. In addition, we achieved a good identification of protected geographic indication products of similar quality. This method realized the geographical discrimination of AMK from different producing areas and could potentially control the fair trade of AMK.Practical ApplicationThe quality of AMK is highly dependent on its geographical origin. Confusion over the origin of AMK impacts consumer rights. This study developed an accurate and effective classification method based on stable isotopes and multiple elements to ascertain the geographical origin of AMK, thereby providing an effective method for determining its quality.
Mild cognitive impairment is associated with passive suicidal ideation in older adults: A population‐based study
Authors: Rymo Irma , Fässberg Madeleine Mellqvist , Kern Silke , Zetterberg Henrik , Skoog Ingmar , Waern Margda , Sacuiu Simona 
Published: March 2023

AbstractObjectiveTo investigate the association between MCI and passive/active suicidal ideation in a population‐based sample of older adults.MethodThe sample included 916 participants without dementia acquired from the two population‐based studies Prospective Population Study of Women (PPSW) and the H70‐study. Cognitive status was assessed using a comprehensive neuropsychiatric examination and classified according to the Winblad et al. criteria: 182 participants were classified as cognitively intact, 448 had cognitive impairment but did not fulfill MCI criteria and 286 were diagnosed with MCI. Passive/active suicidal ideation was assessed using the Paykel questions.ResultsPassive or active suicidal ideation (any level) was reported by 16.0% of those with MCI and 1.1% of those who were cognitively intact. MCI was associated with past year life‐weariness (OR 18.32, 95% CI 2.44–137.75) and death wishes (OR 5.30, 95% CI 1.19–23.64) in regression models adjusted for covariates including major depression. Lifetime suicidal ideation was reported more frequently in MCI (35.7%) than in cognitively intact participants (14.8%). MCI was associated with lifetime life‐weariness (OR 2.90, 95% CI 1.67–5.05). Among individuals with MCI, impairments in memory and visuospatial ability were associated with both past year and lifetime life‐weariness.ConclusionOur findings suggest reports of past year as well as lifetime passive suicidal ideation to be more frequent among individuals with MCI compared to those cognitively intact, indicating that individuals with MCI may constitute a high‐risk group for suicidal behavior.
Dehumanization of women and men in elective abortion: A preregistered replication in China
Authors: Tian Qirui , Pacilli Maria Giuseppina , Giovannelli Ilaria 
Published: March 2023

AbstractAlthough abortion in China has been legalized for several decades, it is still controversial and the woman and man involved are at risk of being stigmatized. The current research replicated two studies conducted in Italy by investigating how the abortion decision of the woman and man influence received moral outrage, dehumanization, and perceptions of female professional competence. Study 1, which only included female participants, found higher moral outrage toward a woman having an abortion when the pregnancy was depicted as referring to a “child” (vs. “foetus”), and higher dehumanization of the woman in terms of human nature. Study 2, which included both male and female participants, and clarified responsibility for the abortion decision with respect to the woman and the man, revealed higher moral outrage and a reduction in the attribution of human uniqueness to the man, and of human nature to both the woman and the man. Moral outrage mediated dehumanization when participants had low positive attitudes toward abortion in Study 1 and high positive attitudes in Study 2. Both studies showed a negative impact of the decision to have an abortion on the woman's perceived traditional professional competence. The results generally align with the findings from Italy and yield some practical implications on reducing abortion stigma. Future abortion stigma research should consider more gender‐related factors.
Direct‐to‐consumer genetic tests providing health risk information: A systematic review of consequences for consumers and health services
Authors: Nolan Joshua J. , Ormondroyd Elizabeth 
Published: March 2023

AbstractDirect‐to‐consumer genetic tests (DTC‐GT) offer a variety of genetic health risk information. Understanding evidence of impacts is required for effective policy to protect consumers and healthcare services. We undertook a systematic review according to PRISMA guidelines, searching five literature databases for articles assessing analytic or clinical validity, or reporting consumer or healthcare professional experience with health risk information derived from DTC‐GT, published between November 2014 and July 2020. We performed a thematic synthesis to identify descriptive and analytical themes. Forty‐three papers met inclusion criteria. Many consumers submit raw DTC‐GT data for third‐party interpretation (TPI). DTC‐GT sometimes report ‘false positive’ or incorrectly interpreted rare variants, or that such information can result from TPI. Consumers have high expectations of DTC‐GT and TPI, and are broadly satisfied, although many do not act on results. A minority of consumers experience adverse psychological impacts. Healthcare consultations can be complex, and professionals have reservations about the validity and utility of DTC‐GT‐derived information. The contrast between consumer and health professional perceptions can result in mutual dissatisfaction with consultations. Health risk information from DTC‐GT and TPI is broadly valued by consumers but presents complex challenges for healthcare services and some consumers.
Temporary diverting stoma in therapy‐refractory luminal colonic Crohn's disease: an alternative to immediate colorectal resection?
Authors: van der Holst Adrianus. M. , Otten Antonius T. , Praag Elise M. Meima‐van , van Renterghem Alexander R. P. K. M. , Bourgonje Arno R. , van Loo Ellen S. , Dijkstra Gerard , Buskens Christianne J. , Stassen Laurents P. S. 
Published: March 2023

AbstractAimCreation of a diverting stoma in patients with Crohn's disease (CD) can counteract luminal inflammation. The clinical utility of a diverting stoma with the prospect of restoration of gastrointestinal continuity warrants further investigation. The aim of this work was to evaluate the long‐term effects of creation of a diverting stoma on the disease course in patients with luminal colonic CD.MethodIn this retrospective, multicentre cohort study we investigated the disease course of patients who received a diverting stoma in the biological era. Clinical characteristics, medication use and surgical course were assessed at the time of creation of the diverting stoma and during follow‐up. The primary outcome was the rate of successful and lasting reestablishment of gastrointestinal continuity.ResultsThirty six patients with refractory luminal CD from four institutions underwent creation of a diverting stoma. Of the overall cohort, 20 (56%) patients had their gastrointestinal continuity reestablished after initial stoma creation and 14 (39%) who had their stoma reversed remained stoma‐free during a median of 3.3 years follow‐up (interquartile range 2.1–6.1 years). Absence of stoma reversal was associated with the presence of proctitis (p = 0.02). Colorectal resection after creation of a diverting stoma was performed in 28 (78%) patients, with 7 (19%) having a less extensive resection and 6 (17%) having a more extensive resection compared with the surgical plan before stoma creation.ConclusionA diverting stoma could potentially be an alternative to immediate definitive stoma placement in specific populations consisting of patients with luminal colonic CD, especially in the absence of proctitis.
‘My mind pretty much went to mush’: A qualitative exploration of trenbolone in the performance and image enhancing drug community
Authors: Piatkowski Timothy M. , Neumann David L. , Dunn Matthew 
Published: March 2023

AbstractIntroductionThere are a variety of harms associated with anabolic–androgenic steroids (AAS), with some AAS associated with an increased risk profile for users. Despite potentially different risk profiles, these harms are seldom discussed with respect to specific compounds although recent ethnographic research has identified a need to do so. Specifically, myth has developed among users with trenbolone reportedly having more dramatic effects on individuals, with reports of aggression, violent behaviour and extreme mood disturbances, and this is reflected in extant literature. This paper aims to report on the narrative surrounding the use of trenbolone among AAS users.MethodAs part of a larger qualitative study, a number of AAS users were interviewed regarding their usage practices. A narrative emerged regarding the physical and psychological harms which accompanied their AAS use of which trenbolone played a central role (N = 16).ResultsOf all the AAS, trenbolone was viewed as having the most deleterious consequences for those who used it. Users reported an extreme shift in risk profile for psychosocial harms, particularly increased aggression and violent behaviour, as well as impulsivity regulation issues. AAS‐using peers and family members of users reported the readily observable effect of trenbolone.Discussion and ConclusionsUsers should be cognisant of the potential for significant harms and health‐care providers working with this group may consider more focused screening strategies. Future policy decisions regarding AAS may wish to consider the pivotal role trenbolone plays in adverse outcomes for this unique group of substance users.
Effects of a culturally tailored, family‐supported, community‐based self management education and support programme on clinical outcomes among adults with type 2 diabetes in Western Ethiopia: A pilot randomised controlled trial
Authors: Diriba Dereje Chala , Suen Lorna K. P. , Leung Doris Y. P. 
Published: March 2023

AbstractAimTo examine the preliminary effects of a culturally tailored, family‐supported, community‐based diabetes self management education and support (DSMES) programme for Ethiopian people with type 2 diabetes on glycosylated haemoglobulin (HbA1c), blood pressure, body mass index and lipid profiles.MethodsA two‐arm pilot randomised controlled trial (RCT) was conducted involving 76 participant–caregiver dyads from Western Ethiopia, which were randomly allocated to the intervention arm to receive 12 h of DSMES intervention guided by social cognitive theory on top of usual care, or to the control group, which received usual care. While HbA1c was a primary outcome, the blood pressure, body mass index and lipid profiles were secondary outcomes. Primary outcome was the change in HbA1c between baseline and 2‐month follow‐up between the groups. Generalised estimating equations was used to test the preliminary effect of the DSMES programme on the outcomes at baseline, post‐intervention and at 2‐month follow‐up for secondary outcomes. Cohen's d was used to estimate the between‐group effect sizes of the intervention.ResultsThe DSMES produced significant improvement in HbA1c with large effect size (β = −1.667, p < 0.001, d = −0.81) and triglycerides with medium effect size (d = −0.50). HbA1c in the intervention group was decreased by 12 mmol/mol (1.1%). Although nonsignificant, the DSMES also had small to moderate effects (d = −0.123 to 0.34) on blood pressure, body mass index, total cholesterol, low‐density and high‐density lipoproteins when compared with usual care.ConclusionA culturally tailored, social cognitive theory‐guided, family‐supported, community‐based DSME programme could have a benefit on HbA1c and triglycerides. A full RCT is warranted to test the effectiveness of the DSMES programme.
Meaning‐oriented consumption: A systematic review and research agenda
Authors: Jain Surabhi , Banerjee Ranjan , Sharma Ruppal Walia 
Published: March 2023

AbstractThe quest for finding meaning in life is central to human existence. Evidence supporting consumption as a source of meaning in life is scant and lies in discrete studies across multiple disciplines. We call consumption that engenders a sense of meaning in life ‘meaning‐oriented consumption’. In this paper we conduct a systematic literature review of 102 papers, using the Scientific procedures and rationales for systematic literature reviews (SPAR‐4‐SLR) (Paul et al. (2021). International Journal of Consumer Studies, 45(4)). We draw on the theory of meaning in life to arrive at a theoretically grounded conceptualization of meaning‐oriented consumption. We discuss the antecedents and consequences of meaning‐oriented consumption, categories and processes that make consumption meaningful. We gather insights into the relationship between hedonic and meaning‐oriented consumption. Finally, we identify knowledge gaps in theory, context, constructs and methodology. This review identifies several consumption contexts and situations that offer potential for marketers to design meaningful offerings.
Comprehensive pediatric reference intervals for 79 hematology markers in the CALIPER cohort of healthy children and adolescents using the Mindray BC‐6800Plus system
Authors: Bohn Mary Kathryn , Wilson Siobhan , Steele Shannon , Adeli Khosrow 
Published: March 2023

AbstractBackgroundHematological parameters vary significantly throughout growth and development due to physiological processes such as fetal‐to‐adult erythropoiesis and puberty. Pediatric age‐ and sex‐specific reference intervals (RIs) are thus essential for appropriate clinical decision‐making. The current study aimed to establish RIs for both common and novel hematology parameters on the Mindray BC‐6800Plus system.MethodsSix hundred and eighty‐seven healthy children and adolescents (30 days to 18 years) were enrolled. Participants were recruited as part of the Canadian Laboratory Initiative on Pediatric Reference Intervals Program upon informed consent or identified from apparently healthy outpatient clinics. Whole blood was collected and assayed for 79 hematology parameters on the BC‐6800Plus system (Mindray). Age‐ and sex‐specific RIs were established as per Clinical and Laboratory Standards Institute EP28‐A3c guidelines.ResultsDynamic reference value distributions were observed for several hematology parameters, including erythrocytes, leukocytes, platelets, reticulocytes, and research‐use‐only markers. Age partitioning was required for 52 parameters, demonstrating changes in infancy and puberty. Sex partitioning was required for 11 erythrocyte parameters (i.e., red blood cell (RBC), hemoglobin, hematocrit, mean corpuscular volume, mean corpuscular hemoglobin concentration, RBC distribution width coefficient of variation, hemoglobin distribution width, macrocyte count, macrocyte percentage, RBC (optical), and reticulocyte production index). Few parameters had undetectable levels in our healthy cohort (i.e., nucleated RBC count and immature granulocyte count).ConclusionsThe current study completed hematological profiling for 79 parameters on the BC‐6800Plus system in a healthy cohort of Canadian children and adolescents. These data emphasize the complex biological patterns of hematology parameters in childhood, particularly at the onset of puberty, and support the need for age‐ and sex‐specific RIs for clinical interpretation.
Experience of guilt in court hearings—Comparing rape, assault and fraud cases
Authors: Jacobsson Maritha 
Published: March 2023

AbstractFeelings of guilt often occur when people are subjected to crime. In this study, guilt is defined as a moral and emotional category, as opposed to the legal guilt. The aim of this study was to investigate how crime victims related to feelings of guilt in the court process. Interviews with plaintiffs in rape cases (10) have been compared to interviews with plaintiffs in assault (10) and fraud cases (10) in order find out if there are differences in the perceptions of guilt for each type of crime. The interviews are analysed by discursive psychology and three interpretative repertoires have been identified: self‐blaming, guilt imposed and guilt resistance. The results show that plaintiffs in rape cases expressed more feelings of being guilt‐imposed compared to plaintiffs in fraud and assault cases. Some plaintiffs in the rape cases describe how they actively opposed what they perceived was guilty‐imposed practices in court.