From information to action: modelling social and cognitive factors in health decisions by Jiadong Yu, D. A. Bekerian

“…Abstract Background This study examines the social and cognitive factors influencing health decisions to adopt protective behaviors in a U.S. sample. A theoretical framework was developed, incorporating key variables such as perceived severity, perceived vulnerability, use of formal and informal health information, conspiracy beliefs, and political ideology. …”
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The threshold effects of inflation rate, interest rate, and exchange rate on economic growth in Nigeria by Olajide O. Oyadeyi, Tolulope T. Osinubi, Munacinga Simatele, Oluwadamilola A. Oyadeyi

“…The study examines the optimum threshold effects of interest rates, inflation rates, and exchange rates in stimulating economic growth in Nigeria. The study adopts the threshold regression technique to ascertain the optimal benchmark beyond which these macroeconomic variables hurt growth. …”
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Analisis Peran Dosen dalam Meningkatkan Motivasi Belajar Mahasiswa Pendidikan Teknik Mesin: Studi Literatur by Andrian Riyadi, Imam Muhtarom, Kartika Anggun Sari

“…Providing professional development, integrating technology, and adopting project-based learning can improve facilitation, feedback, and engagement, ultimately strengthening student autonomy and academic success. …”
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Predictors, prevalence, and patterns of cyberbullying among school-going children and adolescents by Prabhu James Ranjith, Mysore Narasimaha Vranda, M. Thomas Kishore

“…This study aimed to understand the predictors, patterns, prevalence, mental health problems, and coping of cyberbullying among adolescents. Methods: The study adopted a cross-sectional explorative design with 484 adolescents studying in 8th to 12th standards recruited through convenient sampling. …”
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IMPACT OF MANAGEMENT CONTROL SYSTEM ON THE QUALITY OF TEACHING IN NIGERIAN PUBLIC UNIVERSITIES by Abdulfatai Olanrewaju Nurudeen, Abdul Garba

“…Given the persistent report of poor quality of teaching in Nigerian Public Universities, despite the existence of management control system, this study examined the effects of management control system on the quality of teaching of federal universities in south western Nigeria The study adopts a mixed method research design (Quantitative and Qualitative). …”
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CITIZENSHIP AND INDIGENOUS CHALLENGES IN NIGERIA: DRAWING INSIGHTS FROM BEST PRACTICES IN THE UNITED STATES by AUWALU MUSA

“…This paper suggests that Nigeria could benefit from a more inclusive citizenship model that combines elements of birthplace and lineage. By adopting lessons from the U.S., including the emphasis on inclusivity and rights-based citizenship, Nigeria could address its indigene-settler conflicts more effectively. …”
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Neoliberal Timescapes of Infrastructuring an Environmental Footprint: Configuring Carbon Emissions as Flexibly Substitutable Placeholders by Ingmar Lippert

“…To devise a time-sensitive infrastructural analysis, this problematisation adopts Barbara Adam’s timescapes perspective and Lucy Suchman’s concept of configuration. …”
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Cyclone Idai Disaster in Zimbabwe: A New Testament ethical analysis of Matthew 24:37–39 by Lovejoy Chabata

“…Matthew 24:37–39 cast the story of Noah who adopted a disaster response framework in the form of an ark, which was going to float above the floods to prevent loss of fauna and human lives. …”
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FARMERS RELUCTANCE TO USING PROTECTED CULTIVATION IN BAGHDAD PROVINCE AND WAYS TO ADDRESS IT by A. H. Ali, S. O. Fayyadh

“…It can be concluded the importance of adopting the results of as a working basis for the purpose of farmers continuing to use protected cultivation for vegetables. …”
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Organ transplantation through historical and religious aspects with reference to Montenegro by Peličić Damir N.

“…Montenegro is one of the signatories of the Istanbul Declaration, which strictly prohibits the trade in human organs. In 2009, a law was adopted in Montenegro that allows organ transplantation for medical purposes, which is in accordance with European and international legislation. …”
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Proverbs Attributed to Humans and Nonhumans in the Beja Language (Sudan) by Mohamed-Tahir Hamid Ahmed

“…The method followed is a descriptive and analytical one, adopting a semantic and pragmatic approach to identifying the different meanings and functions of each proverb. …”
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SOCIO-CULTURAL DETERMINANTS OF ADOLESCENTS SEXUALAND REPRODUCTIVE BEHAVIOUR IN KEFFI LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, NASARAWA STATE-NIGERIA by Deborah Gwom Dung, Mamman Matthew Samuel, Umar Haruna Yashim

“…Thus, the objective of this paper is to x[1]ray the factors that influence the sexual and reproductive behaviour among adolescents in Keffi A descriptive research design was adopted. Primary data were obtained using both quantitative and qualitative methods. …”
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Identifying the critical management aspects for diabetic patients A qualitative study by Farshad Falahati, Khalil Alimohammadzadeh, Seyed Mojtaba Hosseini, Ali Maher, Mehrnoosh Jafari

“…MATERIALS AND METHODS: This research adopts a qualitative-quantitative approach, utilizing multiple techniques to support the study’s findings. …”
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EVALUATING THREATS OF ARMED BANDITRY ON HUMAN AND FOOD SECURITY IN SHIRORO LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF NIGER STATE, NIGERIA by DR MUSA EMMANUEL UMARU, DR ALIYU MOHAMMED BELLO, DR CHARLES O. OKWUWA

“…Consequently, this investigation was conducted to assess the impact of banditry on both human and food security in the Shiroro Local Government Area of Niger State. The study adopted the Routine Activity Theory as its theoretical framework, emphasizing the prevalence of motivated offenders, the presence of suitable targets, and the absence of guards as key tenets. …”
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Exploring the Socio-personal Factors Associated with the Prevalence of Symptoms of Reproductive Tract Infections among Sexually Active Married Women in Ernakulam District of Kerala... by Ann Merrin George, Leena Kunnath Chacko

“…Material and Methods: The study adopted a cross-sectional approach and was conducted among 640 married women in the reproductive age group. …”
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The Role of Community Police in Crime Prevention and Control for the Effective Management by Rachel Nimma Ndakotsu

“…The study further sought to achieve other objectives which include to identify community policing and crime prevention; to examine the duration of combatting crimes; to identify the problems with community policing and crime prevention. The study adopted survey design and took census of the entire target population of the three communities. …”
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On the assessment and reliability of political and ideological education in colleges using deep learning methods by Yongsheng Ma, Xianhui Sun, Aiqun Ma

“…These findings provide valuable insights for instructors and policymakers to refine curriculum delivery, monitor student outcomes, and address educational disparities effectively. By adopting robust models like the SVM, institutions can ensure reliable predictions, fostering a more inclusive and outcome-oriented education system.…”
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Japan’s experience in organizing and promoting separate accumulation of municipal solid waste (MSW) by А. N. Larionova

“…An analysis of recently adopted documents, the Plastic Resource Circulation Act of 2021 in particular, demonstrates that special emphasis is placed on 2R: waste reduction and reuse, which is successfully achieved thanks to the high level of environmental awareness of Japanese citizens and thoughtful and multifaceted educational work with the population. …”
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Taxi Violence in South Africa: A Review of Literature and Critical Analysis by Mmakwena Modipa

“…This qualitative article adopted the non-empirical research design: Systematic review. …”
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CLIMATE CHANGE AND FARMERS-HERDERS CONFLICT IN NORTHERN NIGERIA by OLUFUNKE .A. MOSES-OJO, ARUYA KINGSLEY JOSEPH, RILWAN ABDULLAHI ALIYU

“…The desertification of far Northern Nigeria, accompanied by the reduction in the availability of pastoral land for grazing of cattle and crop farming activities and other attendant extreme environmental conditions such as rising sea levels, drought, and other infectious diseases as a result of global warming, have forced pastoralists to migrate from the affected areas to safer parts for the survival of their means of livelihood. The study adopts the human needs theory as a framework. This framework insists that violence is a tragic expression of unmet human needs, implying that all actions undertaken by human beings are attempts to satisfy their needs and means of livelihood. …”
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