Defining New Research Questions and Protocols in the Field of Traumatic Brain Injury through Public Engagement: Preliminary Results and Review of the Literature by Shumaila Hasan, Aswin Chari, Mario Ganau, Chris Uff

“…The financial cost of loss of earnings and medical care presents a massive burden to family, society, social care, and healthcare, the cost of which is estimated at £1 billion per annum (about brain injury (online)). …”
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Análise da produção e comercialização do pescado no Brasil by Rosane Maria Kirchner, Magda Antunes Chaves, Jaqueline Silinske, Liliana Essi, Mônica Elisa Scherer, Emerson Giuliani Durigon

“…Também a pesca exerce um papel econômico e social relevante. Mapear tais atividades econômicas no país é tarefa essencial, tanto para o planejamento de estratégias de crescimento do setor, aprimoramento de tecnologias, bem como para o planejamento ambiental. …”
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Evaluating the impact of roof rainwater harvesting on hydrological connectivity and urban flood mitigation by Quang-Oai Lu, Reza Bahramloo, Jesús Rodrigo-Comino, Jun Wang, Ali Talebi, Quynh Thi Phuong Tran, Afshin Ghahramani, Mehdi Sepehri

“…However, the success of Roof rainwater harvesting in urban areas depends on technical, social, and regulatory support, as well as public acceptance for non-potable uses.…”
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Using group model building to frame the commercial determinants of dietary behaviour in adolescence – findings from online system mapping workshops with adolescents, policymakers a... by Yanaina Chavez-Ugalde, Frank De Vocht, Russell Jago, Martin White, Zoi Toumpakari

“…They recognised that the coexisting influence of food marketing and social media on mental health and body image is not well reflected in current policy and research efforts. …”
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Enhancing oncology patient care: nurses’ knowledge, attitudes, and perceived benefits of early palliative integration - a cross-sectional study by Mohammed F. Hayek, Bahaaeddin M. Hammad, Faeda A. Eqtait, Ahmad Ayed, Basma Salameh, Nizar B. Said, Rasha S. Abu Zaitoun, Shurouq G. Qadous

“…Abstract Background Palliative care aims to improve quality of life for patients with end-stage illnesses by addressing physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs. Early referral to palliative care improves patient outcomes, quality of life and overall survival in a variety type of cancers. …”
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Exploring manual therapy in the management of irritable bowel syndrome in adults: A scoping review by Natalia Płóciennik-Korycka, Sara Maria Pani, Bogumiła Bruc, Paolo Contu, Magdalena Wrzesińska

“…Studies involving adults with IBS and investigating the effects of MT on biological, psychological, and social outcomes, well-being, or QoL were included. …”
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Experiences at recovery community centers predict holistic recovery outcomes: a daily diary assessment of RCC helpfulness, meaningfulness, and recovery identity by Hannah B. Apsley, Joseph Lancaster, Wen Ren, Timothy Brick, H. H. Cleveland

“…IntroductionRecovery community centers (RCCs) offer various support services to people in addiction recovery, such as hosting mutual help meetings and sober social activities and providing employment support and recovery coaching. …”
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Retention in the Bukhali trial in Soweto, South Africa: a qualitative analysis using self-determination theory by Shane A Norris, Stephen Lye, Catherine E Draper, Nosibusiso Tshetu, Nokuthula Nkosi

“…The main themes identified were external influences on the trial, trial implementing environment, controlled motivation and intrinsic autonomous motivation.Results Our findings highlighted the contextual issues influencing the trial, including participants’ socioeconomic circumstances, and the presence or absence of social support, the trial complexity and participant burden. …”
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Dutch Validation of the Self-Evaluation of Negative Symptoms Scale (SNS) by Tim van Brouwershaven, Anika Poppe, Gerdina Hendrika Maria Pijnenborg, André Aleman, Nynke Boonstra, Shiral Gangadin, Sonia Dollfus, Wim Veling, Stynke Castelein, Jan Alexander de Vos, Edith Liemburg, PHAMOUS-researchers, Lisette van der Meer

“…Background/objectives: Negative symptoms in schizophrenia spectrum disorders are related to impaired social functioning and lower quality of life, making accurate assessment important. …”
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Evaluation of Sharia-based Sustainability Reporting Framework Influenced by the Emergence of Metaverse Axes in Accounting by Hossein Keshavarzi Nejhad, Maryam Shahri, Vahid Oskou, Mohammad Reza Abdoli

“…The obtained results indicate that Sharia-based sustainability reporting can lead to the grounding of anti-corruption social behaviors and Islamic financing methods in companies' strategies and thus provide higher accountability to stakeholders.…”
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Codeveloping a community-based, peer-led psychosocial support intervention to reduce stigma and depression among people with tuberculosis and their households in Indonesia: a mixed... by Ahmad Fuady, Mariska Anindhita, Matsna Hanifah, Arieska Malia Novia Putri, Artasya Karnasih, Feranindhya Agiananda, Finny Fitry Yani, Marinda Asiah Nuril Haya, Trevino Aristaskus Pakasi, Tom Wingfield

“…Abstract Evidence relating to peer support and community-based psychological and social (psychosocial) interventions to reduce stigma and depression among people with tuberculosis (TB) and their households is limited. …”
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Decarbonization and technology cost drivers: considerations for potential future thermoelectric water use in the power sector by Stuart Cohen, Raquel Valdez, Vincent Tidwell, Saroj Khanal, Thushara Gunda

“…However, local concerns can influence these possible investments, since increased water consumption can exacerbate water scarcity, leading to conflicts among competing users and affecting regional social, environmental, and economic dynamics. Future work should consider possible costs associated with alternate water sources, as well as improve the representation of water constraints within simulations. …”
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Learning from wildfires: A scalable framework to evaluate treatment effects on burn severity by Caden P. Chamberlain, Garrett W. Meigs, Derek J. Churchill, Jonathan T. Kane, Astrid Sanna, James S. Begley, Susan J. Prichard, Maureen C. Kennedy, Craig Bienz, Ryan D. Haugo, Annie C. Smith, Van R. Kane, C. Alina Cansler

“…Recent legislation, funding, and planning have emphasized increased implementation of mechanical thinning and prescribed burning treatments to decrease the risk of undesirable ecological and social outcomes due to fire. As wildfires and treatments continue to interact, managers require consistent approaches to evaluate treatment effectiveness at moderating burn severity. …”
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Mental health and working constraints of first-year PhD students in health and science in a French university: a cross-sectional study in the context of occupational health monitor... by Barbara Charbotel, Emmanuel Fort, Saloua Ahalli, Yamina Bridai, Nicole Baborier

“…Most of the PhD students reported high psychological demands (58%), high decision latitude (53%), high social support (55%) and good professional relationships with their supervisor (mean of global score of AWAI-S=114.5). …”
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Anemia and associated factors among HIV/AIDS patients treated with antiretroviral therapy at Mizan-Tepi University Teaching Hospital, Southwest Ethiopia by Tadesse Adula Duguma, Teshale Worku, Mengistu Abayneh

“…Data were entered using Epi-data manager and analyzed using a statistical package for social sciences. Results A total of 159 HIV/AIDS patients were included in the study. …”
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Le mutilazioni genitali femminili e l’ostetrica: uno studio osservazionale tra formazione e competenza by Chaymae Ahnou, Rosanna De Serio, Chiara Gatti, Fabia Pioli, Gloria D'Angelo, Tania Miconi, Renato Rocchi, Stefano Marcelli

“…METODI: Studio osservazionale cross-sectional su un campione di 197 ostetriche reclutate attraverso campionamento per convenienza su piattaforme social dal 03/01/2023 al 28/02/2023. RISULTATI: Hanno partecipato principalmente ostetriche nella fascia di età 31-40 anni, le quali risultano avere una maggiore preparazione didattica in tema di mutilazioni genitali femminili, sebbene un minor riscontro sul piano pratico. …”
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The Pattern of the Relationship between Ethical Philosophies and Information Technology with the Ethical Behavior of Auditors: An Actors Network Theory (ANT) App by Hossein Rajabdorri, Hamidreza Vakilifard, Hojatolah Salari, Ali Amiri

“…Information technology (technical actors) also includes the integrated theory of acceptance and use of advanced technology (motivation, hope for effort, and social impact). The study's overall findings showed that the components of technical and human actors have a positive and significant effect on the development of ethical behaviour in auditors.Originality/Value: Considering the importance of systematizing ethical behaviour and preparing models appropriate to the country's environment, the findings of this study, with strong theoretical and practical support, can help to understand better and accelerate the implementation of auditors' ethical behaviour and human and technical actors and shows the influential role of each one clearly.…”
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Understanding the Process and Challenges for Return-to-Work Post-Hematopoietic Cell Transplantation from a Musculoskeletal Perspective: A Narrative Review by Jaleel Mohammed, Anne Gonzales, Hadeel R. Bakhsh, Volkova Alisa Georgievna, Jayanti Rai, Bindu Kancharla, Shahrukh K. Hashmi

“…The authors have managed to outline and propose a structured RTW assessment and monitoring program which can aid in getting patients back to employment by utilizing the functional capacity and job evaluation to help hematopoietic cell transplantation patients reintegrate socially. Patients undergoing hematopoietic cell transplant require additional support and a robust assessment system to allow safe RTW. …”
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Supporting older adults with mobility disabilities through voice-activated digital assistants and smart home technologies by Jaewon Kang, Emma Lachs, Kathryn Huang, Laura A. Rice, Wendy A. Rogers

“…They had a significant reduction in loneliness after 5 weeks (p = .003), attributed to increased social connections and entertainment and viewing the voice-activated digital assistants as companions. …”
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Death and dying in prehospital care: what are the experiences and issues for prehospital practitioners, families and bystanders? A scoping review by Alison Richardson, Michelle Myall, Helen Pocock, Robert Crouch, Charles Deakin, Susi Lund, Alison Rowsell, Mick Arber, Joanne Turnbull

“…Papers were analysed using thematic analysis.Data sources MEDLINE; Embase; CINAHL; Scopus; Social Sciences Citation Index (Web of Science), ProQuest Dissertations & Theses A&I (Proquest), Health Technology Assessment database; PsycINFO; Grey Literature Report and PapersFirst were searched from January 2000 to May 2019.Eligibility criteria for selecting studies Qualitative and mixed methods studies reporting the experiences of PHPs, families and bystanders of death and dying in prehospital settings as a result of natural causes, trauma, suicide and homicide, >18 years of age, in Europe, USA, Canada, Australia and New Zealand.Results Searches identified 15 352 papers of which 51 met the inclusion criteria. …”
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