Alcohol purchases from a large Finnish retail chain before and after a change in alcohol legislation

Abstract Background In January 2018, the legal limit for alcoholic beverages in grocery stores changed from 4.7 to 5.5 % alcohol. The increased availability of stronger beer, cider and ready-to-drink beverages was expected to increase the total amount of 100% alcohol bought. The study aimed to examine how the change in alcohol legislation affected the purchasing of 100% alcohol from grocery stores by comparing the years 2017 and 2018. Methods The study data consisted of 47,066 loyalty card holders of Finland's largest retail chain, who gave their consent and provided background information by an online questionnaire. The data contained the type, volume and alcoholic content of the purchases, from which we calculated the amount of 100% alcohol bought. The mean individual alcohol purchases in the years 2017 and 2018 were compared by age, gender, level of education and household income using repeated measurements ANOVA models. Results There was only a small, non-significant change in the total amount of 100% alcohol between 2017 and 2018 (mean 1.9 l and 2.0 l, respectively, p = 0.220). Lower income was associated with a decrease in total 100% alcohol purchased, whereas higher income groups showed an increase. Increase in 100% alcohol bought as ready-to-drink beverages was seen in all population groups. Conclusions The availability of stronger alcoholic beverages in grocery stores did not result in a notable overall increase in total purchases of 100% alcohol. The increased purchases of alcohol as ready-to-drink beverages were, on the average, compensated for by decreased purchases of alcohol as other beverages. The association of income with total alcohol purchases may indicate the effect of price in consumer behavior. Key messages The raise in the legal limit of alcohol content raised did not result in a significant increase in the total amount of 100% alcohol bought from grocery stores. Alcohol purchased as ready-to-drink beverages increased in all population groups.

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Procesos socioemocionales de estudiantes universitarios por medidas sanitarias COVID-19: resultados preliminares

South Florida Journal of Development ◽

10.46932/sfjdv2n3-028 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 2 (3) ◽

pp. 4147-4162

Author(s):

Oliva López Sánchez ◽

Xamanek Cortijo Palacios

Keyword(s):

Alcoholic Beverages ◽

Psychosocial Effects ◽

Online Questionnaire ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Social Distancing ◽

Emergency Situations ◽

Emotional Processes ◽

Significant Difference ◽

Before And After ◽

Student’S T

RESUMEN Objetivos. Identificar y analizar los procesos socioemocionales de estudiantes de nivel superior derivados de las medidas sanitarias por COVID-19. Método. Investigación exploratoria, descriptiva, transversal de corte cuantitativo, realizada en una comunidad estudiantil (n = 3194). Mediante un cuestionario en línea se indagaron los efectos psicosociales y procesos socioemocionales generados por el distanciamiento social. El incremento y disminución de las emociones antes y después del inicio de la jornada de sana distancia se analizó con la prueba t de Student. Resultados. Antes del COVID-19 se reportaron emociones de bienestar y malestar. Antes y durante el distanciamiento por COVID-19 se reportaron emociones de bienestar y malestar, observándose diferencias significativas (p < 0.05) en todas las emociones evaluadas con excepción de estrés (mujeres t = 0.331; p = 0.740; hombres t = 1.297; p = 0.197), ansiedad (diversa t = 2.666; p = 0.183) y depresión (diversa t = 1.30958; p = 0.195). La situación financiera personal y familiar genera mayor preocupación en la población (70%) y destaca como estrategia para mejorar el ánimo el consumo de bebidas alcohólicas y tabaco en hombres (30 a 32 años; 46%). Discusión y conclusión. El análisis del incremento de malestar emocional en la población estudiantil en el distanciamiento social por COVID-19 requiere incluir las determinantes sociales y los componentes socioculturales de las emociones para explicar los procesos socioemocionales ante situaciones de emergencia. ABSTRACT Objectives. Identify and analyze the socio-emotional processes of university students resulting from social distancing measures for COVID-19. Method. Exploratory, descriptive, quantitative cross-sectional research carried out in a student community (n = 3,194). Psychosocial effects and socio-emotional processes generated by social distancing were investigated through the use an online questionnaire. The increase and decrease in emotions before and after the start of the Healthy Distance Days was analyzed with Student's t-test. Results. Before and during COVID-19 distancing emotions of wellbeing and discomfort were reported, a significant difference (p <0.05) was observed in all the emotions evaluated with the exceptions of stress (women t = 0.331; p = 0.740; men t = 1.297; p = 0.197), anxiety (diverse t = 2.666; p = 0.183) and depression (diverse t = 1.30958; p = 0.195). Personal and family financial situations generate greater concern in the population (70%) and the consumption of alcoholic beverages and tobacco in men (30 to 32 years; 46%) stands out as a strategy to improve mood. Discussion and Conclusion. The analysis of the increase in emotional distress in the student population during social distancing for COVID-19 requires including the social determinants and the socio-cultural components of emotions to explain the socio-emotional processes in emergency situations.

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Mobility Trends before and after the Pandemic Outbreak: Analyzing the Metropolitan Area of Barcelona through the Lens of Equality and Sustainability

Sustainability ◽

10.3390/su13147908 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 13 (14) ◽

pp. 7908

Author(s):

Lucía Mejía-Dorantes ◽

Lídia Montero ◽

Jaume Barceló

Keyword(s):

Metropolitan Area ◽

Spatial Arrangement ◽

Individual Characteristics ◽

Sources Of Information ◽

Mobility Patterns ◽

Multiple Sources ◽

Temporal Dimension ◽

Population Groups ◽

Highly Educated ◽

Before And After

The spatial arrangement of a metropolis is of utmost importance to carry out daily activities, which are constrained by space and time. Accessibility is not only shaped by the spatial and temporal dimension, but it is also defined by individual characteristics, such as gender, impairments, or socioeconomic characteristics of the citizens living or commuting in this area. This study analyzes mobility trends and patterns in the metropolitan area of Barcelona before and after the COVID-19 pandemic outbreak, with special emphasis on gender and equality. The study draws on multiple sources of information; however, two main datasets are analyzed: two traditional travel surveys from the transport metropolitan area of Barcelona and two coming from smartphone data. The results show that gender plays a relevant role when analyzing mobility patterns, as already highlighted in other studies, but, after the pandemic outbreak, some population groups were more likely to change their mobility patterns, for example, highly educated population groups and those with higher income. This study also highlights that e-activities may shape new mobility patterns and living conditions for some population segments, but some activities cannot be replaced by IT technologies. For all these reasons, city and transport planning should foster sustainable development policies, which will provide the maximum benefit for society.

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Indicators for site characterization at seismic station: recommendation from a dedicated survey

Bulletin of Earthquake Engineering ◽

10.1007/s10518-021-01136-7 ◽

2021 ◽

Author(s):

Giovanna Cultrera ◽

Cécile Cornou ◽

Giuseppe Di Giulio ◽

Pierre-Yves Bard

Keyword(s):

Seismic Station ◽

International Workshop ◽

Site Characterization ◽

Companion Paper ◽

Background Information ◽

Online Questionnaire ◽

Seismic Records ◽

Seismic Networks ◽

High Level ◽

Data Acquisition And Processing

AbstractIn recent years, the permanent seismic networks worldwide have largely increased, raising the amount of earthquake signals and the applications using seismic records. Although characterization of the soil properties at recording stations has a large impact on hazard estimates, it has not been implemented so far in a standardized way for reaching high-level metadata. To address this issue, we built an online questionnaire for the identification of the indicators useful for a reliable site characterization at a seismic station. We analysed the answers of a large number of experts in different fields, which allowed us to rank 24 different indicators and to identify the most relevant ones: fundamental frequency (f0), shear-wave velocity profile (VS), time-averaged Vs over 30 m (VS30), depth of seismological and engineering bedrock (Hseis_bed and Heng_bed), surface geology and soil class. Moreover, the questionnaire proposed two additional indices in terms of cost and difficulty to obtain a reliable value of each indicator, showing that the selection of the most relevant indicators results from a complex balance between physical relevancy, average cost and reliability. For each indicator we propose a summary report, provided as editable pdf, containing the background information of data acquisition and processing details, with the aim to homogenize site metadata information at European level and to define the quality of the site characterization (see companion paper Di Giulio et al. 2021). The selected indicators and the summary reports have been shared within European and worldwide scientific community and discussed in a dedicated international workshop. They represent a first attempt to reach a homogeneous set of high-level metadata for site characterization.

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Career and Work Readiness of Nutrition and Dietetics Trainees in Nigerian Universities

World Nutrition ◽

10.26596/wn.202112192-102 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 12 (1) ◽

pp. 92-102

Author(s):

Leshi Oluwatosin ◽

Anuoluwa F Ogundero

Keyword(s):

Undergraduate Students ◽

Diet Therapy ◽

Cross Sectional Study ◽

Background Information ◽

Online Questionnaire ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Postgraduate Students ◽

Nutrition And Diet ◽

Areas Of Interest ◽

Nutrition And Dietetics

Beyond having a good degree, graduates are expected to have relevant skills and attributes required to compete and collaborate in a rapidly changing work environment. In recent times, the employability of Nutrition and Dietetics graduates in Nigeria has been of considerable concern. This study was designed to assess the readiness of trainees in the field of Nutrition and Dietetics from Nigerian Universities for career and work engagements. This descriptive cross-sectional study was carried out among 109 final-year undergraduate and postgraduate students from twelve universities offering Nutrition and Dietetics programme across Nigeria. Data was collected using a semi-structured online questionnaire. Data obtained were background information on the students, their experiences and challenges in their academic pursuits, willingness and readiness to pursue and engage in Nutrition and Dietetics related jobs, as well as their perception of skills and competences for future career and work engagements. The data were analysed using the IBM SPSS version 20.0. About 73% of the respondents were females, mainly between ages 21 and 25 years (62.4%) and undergraduates (70%). Among the undergraduate students, 83.4% had chosen to study Nutrition and Dietetics as a result of personal interest and choice while the postgraduate trainees indicated acquisition of in-depth knowledge of nutrition (60.6%) and quest to enhance career profile for competitive advantage in job pursuits (39.4%) as the core reasons for their choice for the programme. Nearly all the respondents (96.3%) reported having enjoyed their training programs. Only half (50.5%) perceived themselves to be “very ready” and well-prepared for work and career engagement. The top three areas of interest by trainees in Nutrition and Dietetics were Clinical Nutrition and Diet Therapy (60.6%), Community and Public Health Nutrition (43.1%), and Sports Nutrition (11.0%). Three out of every ten trainees had no specific desired skills and competences. While less than half declared that they had no knowledge of the skills and competences desired by employers of nutrition graduates, two-thirds of the trainees perceived themselves as eligible for their choice of work and career. This study shows that most Nutrition and Dietetics trainees in Nigerian universities are ready and willing to start a career in the field. However, many lack the knowledge of expected skills and competences needed for career engagement.

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An Analysis of the Employee Behavior on Sales in L'Oreal: A Case Study of Pakistan

Global Economics Review ◽

10.31703/ger.2020(v-i).25 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol V (I) ◽

pp. 299-308

Author(s):

Zargham Ullah Khan ◽

Ujala Siddiq ◽

Jaffar Mehmood Butt

Keyword(s):

Positive Impact ◽

Descriptive Analysis ◽

Study Data ◽

Employee Behavior ◽

Online Questionnaire ◽

Factors Affecting ◽

Binomial Regression ◽

Behavioral Motivation ◽

Independent Variable

This research is carried out to investigate the most important traits of employee behavior. A quantitative approach was employed for this study. Data were collected from 120 participants using an online questionnaire. These participants are active users of Facebook who are residents of Pakistan and currently working on L'Oreal Pakistan, who are at a different position in L'Oreal Pakistan. Statistical analysis, such as binomial regression which is used for qualitative analysis used together with descriptive analysis, was used to 'assess factors affecting employee behavior in L'Oreal Pakistan. The findings of the research show that the independent variable is indicators of leadership and reward has changed the behavioral motivation of company employees and this motivational, behavioral change has a positive impact on sales of L'Oreal Pakistan. This research investigated the factors which industry can use as a tool to change their employee behavior and sales. This will help to gain increasing generous offers and valuable insights to marketing practitioners and academics.

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The effect of supply chain quality perception and country of origin on Smartphones purchase intention of Indonesian consumers

Uncertain Supply Chain Management ◽

10.5267/j.uscm.2021.9.001 ◽

2022 ◽

Vol 10 (1) ◽

pp. 277-284 ◽

Cited By ~ 1

Author(s):

Wawan Prahiawan ◽

Mochammad Fahlevi ◽

Juliana Juliana ◽

John Tampil Purba ◽

Khamaludind Khamaludind ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Significant Relationship ◽

Purchase Intention ◽

Country Of Origin ◽

Perceived Quality ◽

Study Data ◽

Purchase Intentions ◽

Snowball Sampling ◽

Online Questionnaire ◽

Sampling System ◽

Quality Perception

The purpose of this study was to analyze the relationship between Role of Country of Origin and Quality Perception of Smartphones Purchase Intention. The approach in the research used is a quantitative approach using PLS-SEM SmartPLS software as a data processing tool. In this study, data collection technique was carried out using either a questionnaire or online questionnaire which was distributed to 120 respondents of Millennial Smartphone Consumers. Sampling system was a snowball sampling method. Based on the results of hypothesis testing, it was found that there was a positive and significant relationship between Country of origin and perceived quality of the product. There was also a positive and insignificant relationship between Country of origin and purchase intentions. Finally, there was a positive and significant relationship between perceived quality and consumer purchase intentions.

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Efektivitas Terapi Seni Mewarnai Terhadap Depresi Pada Remaja Putri

Journal of Psychological Perspective ◽

10.47679/jopp.022.12200010 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 2 (2) ◽

pp. 109-120

Author(s):

Sayuri Asnani

Keyword(s):

Art Therapy ◽

Beck Depression Inventory ◽

Severe Depression ◽

Study Data ◽

Research Subject ◽

Before And After ◽

History Of ◽

Depression Level ◽

Case Study Data

This study aims to find the effectiveness of coloring art therapy against depression in a teenage girl in Yogyakarta. The hypothesis in this study is that there is a difference in the level of depression of the research subject before and after being given coloring art therapy. The level of depression after coloring art therapy was lower than before coloring art therapy. The sample in this study was a 13-year-old girl in Yogyakarta who had a history of being away from her parents and experienced moderate-severe depression. Coloring art therapy is given individually, twice, using drawing art media and markers. The subject’s depression level was measured using the Beck Depression Inventory (BDI) II scale from initial to final measurements. This study used one research subject with a single one-shot case study pre-experimental design. The data were analyzed by using visual inspection and qualitative analysis. The results of this study indicate that coloring art therapy is effective in reducing depression in young women.Abstrak. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui efektivitas terapi seni mewarnai terhadap depresi pada remaja putri di Yogyakarta. Hipotesis dalam penelitian ini adalah ada perbedaan tingkat depresi subjek antara sebelum diberikan terapi seni mewarnai dengan setelah terapi seni mewarnai. Tingkat depresi setelah terapi seni mewarnai lebih rendah dibanding sebelum terapi seni mewarnai. Sampel dalam penelitian ini adalah remaja putri di Yogyakarta yang berusia 13 tahun, memiliki riwayat pernah berjauhan dari orangtua dan mengalami depresi sedang-berat. Terapi seni mewarnai ini diberikan secara individual, dua kali, menggunakan media seni gambar dan spidol. Depresi subjek diukur dengan menggunakan skala Beck Depression Inventory (BDI) II dari pengukuran awal sampai akhir. Penelitian ini menggunakan 1 subjek penelitian dengan desain pre-eksperimen single one shot case study. Data analisis dengan inspeksi visual dan analisa kualitatif. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa terapi seni mewarnai efektif dalam menurunkan depresi pada remaja putri.

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PREDICTIVE MODELLING OF TRAFFIC FLOWFLOW IN AKURE, NIGERIA: UNSIGNALIZED INTERSECTIONS IN FOCUS

Journal of Urban and Environmental Engineering ◽

10.4090/juee.2016.v10n2.270-278 ◽

2017 ◽

Vol 10 (2) ◽

pp. 270-278

Author(s):

Adebayo Oladipo Owolabi ◽

Olugbenga Joseph Oyedepo ◽

Enobong Etim Okoko

Keyword(s):

Traffic Flow ◽

Predictive Modelling ◽

Study Data ◽

Geometric Features ◽

Peak Period ◽

Flow Models ◽

The Road ◽

Traffic Characteristics ◽

Unsignalized Intersections ◽

Before And After

Unsignalized intersections namely two-way stop-controlled intersection (TWSC) and all-way stop-controlled intersection (AWSC) are widely used in Akure. Five intersections consisting of three Tee and two Cross that were critical to traffic flow in the study area were selected for study. Data on geometric features were collected using odometer, while traffic parameters were captured and metered using cine camera placed at a vantage point from the road section during peak and off-peak periods on week days. Traffic flows at the intersections were expressed as functions of traffic characteristics and geometric features of the approaches; while the effect of distances of intersections before and after the intersections studied were also incorporated as a correction factors in the models. The models were developed using multiple linear regression technique with the aid of SPSS software and validated with empirical data other than those used for model calibration. Adjusted R2 values of 0.881 and 0.882 were obtained for Tee and Cross intersections respectively for peak period, while 0.938 and 0.940 respectively were obtained for the off-peak period. These indicate that the flow models are very robust in replicating the observed data. The predictive models have the potential to accurately estimate traffic flow at intersections in the study area and other cities of the world with similar traffic conditions.

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Gambaran Pengetahuan, Sikap, dan Perilaku Kader Palang Merah Remaja (PMR) di SMAN 2 Lamongan Terhadap Program Suplementasi Tablet Tambah Darah

Amerta Nutrition ◽

10.20473/amnt.v4i3.2020.213-217 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 4 (3) ◽

pp. 213

Author(s):

Stefania Widya Setyaningtyas ◽

Thinni Nurul Rochmah ◽

Trias Mahmudiono ◽

Susi Hidayah ◽

Yurike D Adhela

Keyword(s):

Random Sampling ◽

Simple Random Sampling ◽

Folic Acid Supplementation ◽

Study Data ◽

Female Adolescent ◽

Red Cross ◽

Online Questionnaire ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Improve Compliance ◽

Iron Folic Acid

ABSTRACT Background: anemia prevention through iron-folic acid supplementation (IFA) for female adolescent has become goverment’s program priority. Although this programme have been running, several constrains including consumption compliance was frequently found. On the other hand, school have potential resources such as Junior of The Red Cross (PMR) which can be peer educator for health including anemia for other students. Objectives: this research was aimed to describe knowledge, practice, and attitude of PMR member toward IFA supplementation in SMAN 2 LamonganMethods: This research used cross sectional design. The population of this study was 100 members of the Red Cross Youth Teaching (PMR) SMAN 2 Lamongan. The sample of this study was 60 students who were selected by the simple random sampling method who met the inclusion criteria, such as were active members of the PMR and were willing to take part in the study. Data collection was carried out using self-administered questionnaires using an online questionnaire application consisting of 20 questions to measure knowledge; 20 questions to measure attitude; and 13 questions to measure behavior. Data were categorized and analyzed using descriptive tests.Results: Most respondents still have lack of knowledge related to the TTD program (56.7%) and its benefits (56.7%). 66% of PMR cadres have a positive attitude towards TTD, but not 100% of PMR cadres consume blood-added tablets regularly.Conclusions Strengthening of knowledge and attitudes towards TTD is needed to improve compliance of TTD consumption among PMR members so that later PMR cadres can become peer educators for other students.ABSTRAKLatar Belakang: penanggulangan anemia dengan pemberian Tablet Tambah Darah (TTD) dengan sasaran remaja putri menjadi fokus pemerintah saat ini. Walaupun sudah mulai berjalan, seringkali ditemukan beberapa kendala dalam pelaksanaan program, diantaranya ketidakpatuhan konsumsi TTD. Di sisi lain, sekolah memiliki potensi sumberdaya untuk meningkatkan optimalisasi program TTD, salah satunya adalah Palang Merah Remaja (PMR) yang dapat menjadi pendidik sebaya tentang masalah kesehatan termasuk anemia bagi siswi lainnya.Tujuan: Penelitian ini bertujuan melihat gambaran pengetahuan, sikap, dan perilaku kader PMR di SMA Negeri 2 Lamongan terhadap program pemberian TTDMetode: Penelitian ini merupakan menggunakan desain cross sectional. Populasi penelitian ini adalah anggota ekstrakurikuler Palang Merah Remaja (PMR) SMAN 2 Lamongan sejumlah 100 orang. Sampel dari penelitian ini adalah 60 siswa anggota PMR yang dipilih dengan metode simple random sampling dan memenuhi kriteria inklusi yaitu merupakan anggota aktif PMR dan bersedia mengikuti penelitian. Pengumpulan data dilakukan dengan menggunakan self-administered questionnaires dengan menggunakan aplikasi kuesioner online yang terdiri dari 20 pertanyaan untuk mengukur pengetahuan; 20 pertanyaan untuk mengukur sikap; dan 13 pertanyaan untuk mengukur perilaku. Data dikategorikan dan dianalisis menggunakan uji deskriptif.Hasil: Sebagian besar responden masih memiliki pengetahuan yang kurang terkait program TTD (56,7%) dan manfaatnya (56,7%). Sebesar 66% kader PMR memiliki sikap yang positif terhadap TTD, namun tidak 100% kader PMR mengonsumsi tablet tambah darah secara rutin.Kesimpulan: Perlu penguatan terhadap pengetahuan serta sikap terhadap TTD untuk meningkatkan kepatuhan konsumsi TTD di kalangan anggota PMR agar nantinya kader PMR dapat menjadi pendidik sebaya bagi siswi lainnya.

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Home care packages: insights into the experiences of older people leading up to the introduction of consumer directed care in Australia

Australian Journal of Primary Health ◽

10.1071/py16022 ◽

2017 ◽

Vol 23 (2) ◽

pp. 162 ◽

Cited By ~ 8

Author(s):

Jenny Day ◽

Ann Clare Thorington Taylor ◽

Peter Summons ◽

Pamela Van Der Riet ◽

Sharyn Hunter ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Home Care ◽

Older People ◽

Study Data ◽

Care Quality ◽

Two Phase ◽

Face To Face ◽

Before And After ◽

Qualitative Descriptive ◽

Care Coordinators ◽

Field Notes

This paper reports phase one, conducted from March to June 2015, of a two-phase, qualitative descriptive study designed to explore the perceptions and experiences of older people before and after the introduction of consumer directed care (CDC) to home care packages (HCP) in Australia. Eligible consumers with a local HCP provider were mailed information about the study. Data collection occurred before the introduction of CDC and included face-to-face, in-depth interviews, summaries of interviews, field notes and reflective journaling. Semi-structured questions and ‘emotional touchpoints’ relating to home care were used to guide the interview conversation. Line-by-line data analysis, where significant statements were highlighted and clustered to reveal emergent themes, was used. Five older people, aged 81 to 91 years, participated in the study. The four emergent themes were: seeking quality and reciprocity in carer relationships; patchworking services; the waiting game; and technology with utility. Continuity of carers was central to the development of a trusting relationship and perceptions of care quality among older consumers. Care coordinators and workers should play a key role in ensuring older people receive timely information about CDC and their rights and responsibilities. Participants’ use of contemporary technologies suggests opportunities to improve engagement of HCP clients in CDC.

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