Cultural variations in perceptions and reactions to social norm transgressions: a comparative study [PDF]
Frontiers in Psychology, 2023 IntroductionHumans are similar but behave differently, and one main reason is the culture in which they are born and raised. The purpose of this research is to examine how the perception and reaction to those who transgress social norms may vary based on
Xing J. Chen-Xia +3 more
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The impact of public lighting improvement on crimes and incivilities reduction in Chile [PDF]
Frontiers in SociologyThe objective of this study is to evaluate the impact of the Public Lighting Replacement Programme on crimes and incivilities reduction in various municipalities in Chile. A quantitative approach was employed, using stratification and matching techniques
Pablo Cadena-Urzúa +2 more
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Neighborhood environmental attributes and walking mobility decline: A longitudinal ecological study of mid-to-older aged Australian adults. [PDF]
PLoS ONE, 2021 ObjectivesCross-sectional studies have found some built environmental attributes to be associated with residents' lower levels of mobility (functional capacity to walk outside the home).
Takemi Sugiyama +5 more
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Why some do but too many don’t? Barriers and enablers to physical activity in regional Tasmania – an exploratory, mixed-methods study [PDF]
BMC Public Health, 2022 Background The interconnectedness of physical inactivity and sedentarism, obesity, non-communicable disease (NCD) prevalence, and socio-economic costs, are well known.
Sisitha Jayasinghe +7 more
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Community correlates of change: A mixed-effects assessment of shooting dynamics during COVID-19. [PDF]
PLoS ONE, 2022 This study examines changes in gun violence at the census tract level in Philadelphia, PA before and after the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. Piecewise generalized linear mixed effects models are used to test the relative impacts of social-structural ...
Nicole J Johnson, Caterina G Roman
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Understanding the Effects of Social Cohesion on Social Wellbeing: A Scoping Review [PDF]
International Journal of Public HealthObjectivesTo describe objective social wellbeing in relation to social cohesion.MethodsA literature search that sought to understand the contribution of social cohesion in the community as a means of achieving social wellbeing in the UK, published in the
Sally Fowler Davis +2 more
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Integrating BWM and modified VIKOR for age-friendly community park assessment in the context of mental health [PDF]
Frontiers in MedicineBackgroundLate-life depression is a growing public health challenge in aging societies. Community parks are increasingly recognized as protective environments, yet evidence on which specific attributes most effectively alleviate depression among older ...
Zhi-Hao Zhang +2 more
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Social Sciences, 2022 The lack of organisation in urban spaces plays a decisive role in the level of integration, communication and social bonds of the residents, impacting the citizens’ feelings of trust and security.
Sónia Caridade +7 more
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Perception Medical Faculty Regarding Students' Classroom Incivilities and Coping Strategie
Pakistan Armed Forces Medical Journal, 2022 Objectives: To explore perception of medical faculty regarding students' classroom incivilities and coping strategies. Study Design: Cross-sectional study.
Muhammad Rafique
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Openbare toiletten in de Brusselse openbare ruimten: noodzaak of overlast?
Brussels Studies, 2023 For public spaces to be both accessible and hospitable, the provision of good quality public toilets is essential. This is particularly true for women as well as more specific groups, including older adults, people with health conditions or impairments ...
Lien Maes, Lucas Melgaço
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