“I’m Scared because Divorce Sucks”: Parental Divorce and the Marital Paradigms of Emerging Adults

Previous studies have suggested that parental divorce influences the relational beliefs and orientation toward marriage of adolescents and emerging adults. Most of this previous work has been limited to links between parental divorce and global attitudes toward marriage or attitudes toward divorce. Using a mixed-method design, the current study explored links between parental divorce and various aspects of emerging adults’ marital paradigms using cross-sectional, longitudinal, and qualitative data among a sample of unmarried emerging adults. Quantitative results suggested that parental divorce was linked to a variety of negative marital beliefs including less overall marital importance, less marital permanence, and less marital centrality. There was no evidence of longitudinal changes in these associations over time. Qualitative results among emerging adults with divorced parents revealed several key themes in how emerging adults viewed the impact of parental divorce, suggesting implications for perceived interpersonal competence and the internalization of negative marital beliefs stemming from parental role modeling.

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Does Problem-Based Learning Affect Students’ Speaking Skill and Attitude toward ELL?

RETORIKA Jurnal Ilmu Bahasa ◽

10.22225/jr.6.2.2315.131-138 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 6 (2) ◽

pp. 131-138

Author(s):

Gede Sutrisna ◽

Luh Putu Artini

Keyword(s):

Mixed Method ◽

Quantitative Data ◽

Qualitative Data ◽

Problem Based Learning ◽

Affective Attitude ◽

Mixed Method Design ◽

Scientific Approach ◽

Speaking Skill ◽

The Impact ◽

Approach Problem

As a typical learning method which is grounded from a scientific approach, problem-based learning (PBL) does not only enhance students’ critical thinking but also helps them actively construct their knowledge and skill. The objectives of this study were to investigate the impact of PBL on (1) students’ speaking skill and (2) their attitude toward ELL. This study employed an embedded mixed-method design which combined one-group pretest-posttest and descriptive qualitative design. It involved a group of 41 students as the sample. The quantitative data were collected through pretest-posttest and questionnaire (closed-ended). Meanwhile, the qualitative data were obtained through observation and open-ended questionnaire. The findings of the study found that students demonstrated better speaking performance after being treated through PBL activities. Besides, they exhibited more positive behavioral, cognitive, and affective attitude toward ELL.

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Variations in Family System Boundaries

Family Business Review ◽

10.1177/0894486510393502 ◽

2011 ◽

Vol 24 (1) ◽

pp. 28-46 ◽

Cited By ~ 33

Author(s):

Brian John Distelberg ◽

Adrian Blow

Keyword(s):

Mixed Method ◽

Qualitative Data ◽

Family System ◽

Family Businesses ◽

Rigid Boundary ◽

The Family ◽

Mixed Method Design ◽

Distinct Boundary ◽

The Impact ◽

Boundary Strength

Literature focused on the strength of the boundary around the family system has often provided mixed advice with some suggesting a rigid boundary and others suggesting a diffuse boundary. This study argues that these conflicting findings are due to the limitation of underlying research methods. This study employs a mixed method design that incorporates qualitative data, social network analysis, and multilevel modeling to categorize family businesses into three distinct boundary strength categories. Findings from this study suggest that extremes in boundary strengths provide unique challenges for family businesses. This study also identifies the impact of various levels of boundary strength on nonfamily employees.

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Feedback of Certificate in Medical Teaching Programme at King Edward Medical University Lahore

10.53350/pjmhs2115102564 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 15 (10) ◽

pp. 2564-2566

Author(s):

Salman Javed ◽

Mehwish Ayyaz ◽

Bushra Adeel ◽

Wajeeha Imran Andrabi ◽

Amna Khanum ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Mixed Method ◽

Qualitative Data ◽

Mixed Method Research ◽

Medical Teaching ◽

Study Objective ◽

Teaching Programme ◽

Mixed Method Design ◽

Medical University ◽

E Mail ◽

Method Approach

Background: The concept of feedback is central to medical education. There is gradual shift from sandwich feedback to Pendleton feedback which is learner centred. Pragmatic worldview was proposed in this study. Certificate in Medical Teaching (CMT) programme was initiated at King Edward Medical University (KEMU) Lahore since 2019.The study objective was to improve learning outcome. Methods: Mixed Method research design was chosen, out of all mixed method procedures “Convergent parallel mixed method design” was followed collecting simultaneously quantitative and qualitative data, then results were analysed and compared separately. This study was carried out from 01-06-2020 to 31-03-2021 at King Edward Medical University Lahore. Sample size of 43 participants from CMT (Certificate in Medical Teaching) Batch 1 and 2 took part in this study. Doctors from clinical side, demonstrators and personnel of Allied health sciences attended this course. A predesigned proforma designed on google form was sent to each participant via e-mail.. Results: Quantitative data collected was interpreted as percentages and in form of tables and presented as pie charts. Qualitative data collected was analysed by segregating data into codes. Corresponding themes were made of each code and presented in tabular form. Conclusion: On the basis of feedback and mixed method approach, it can be concluded that certificate in medical teaching is a new teaching program at king Edward Medical University Lahore which can serve as basis to start master’s degree at this institution. Keywords: Feedback, medical teaching, KEMU

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Global Financial Crisis and Philanthropy: Malaysian Case

Cosmopolitan Civil Societies An Interdisciplinary Journal ◽

10.5130/ccs.v7i2.4442 ◽

2015 ◽

Vol 7 (2) ◽

pp. 19-31 ◽

Cited By ~ 1

Author(s):

Janice Lay Hui Nga

Keyword(s):

Financial Crisis ◽

Mixed Method ◽

Qualitative Data ◽

Global Financial Crisis ◽

Secondary Data ◽

Civil Society Organisations ◽

The Global Financial Crisis ◽

The Impact ◽

To Receive ◽

Method Approach

This paper investigates the issue of the global financial crisis and its impacts on philanthropy and civil society organisations (CSOs) in Malaysia. CSOs are popularly known as non-governmental organisations (NGOs) in Malaysia. Financial crisis has caused NGOs in many countries to receive less funding. This situation may threaten and discourage voluntary works. Undoubtedly, these beneficial contributions from the NGOs are needful services to the society. This paper examines the impact of financial crisis through the lens of NGOs and philanthropy activities in Malaysia. It utilises primary and secondary data, employs a mixed method approach, and uses quantitative and qualitative data. While there are many influencing factors in this development, this paper presents several significant aspects in the Malaysian context, including the style and nature of giving, culture, religion, and political pressure. This study attempts to seek potential solutions, pathways and possible approaches beneficial to NGOs and philanthropy activities for their sustainability in facing the financial crisis and its consequences. Experiences and lessons learnt in Malaysia may well be useful and applicable to some extent in other countries.

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The effectiveness of nutrition education for care takers at Al-Sabah children hospital in patient therapeutic feeding center, Juba South Sudan.

Open Science Journal ◽

10.23954/osj.v5i3.2561 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 5 (3) ◽

Author(s):

John Bosco Alumai

Keyword(s):

Nutrition Education ◽

Mixed Method ◽

Qualitative Data ◽

Group Discussion ◽

South Sudan ◽

Transfer Of Knowledge ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Cross Sectional Design ◽

Feeding Center ◽

Successful Transfer

AbstractBackgroundA key part of treating and preventing malnutrition is the provision of effective nutrition education to the clients and caretakers so that they can self-manage their nutrition needs even after discharge from the hospital. For effective nutrition education, three factors are paramount; The successful transfer of knowledge and skills, client motivation to act on the acquired skills and knowledge and ensuring that the patient is able to understand and put to practice the educational messages given.MethodsThe study used cross sectional design with mixed method of data collection that involved 83 caretakers of admitted SAM children at Al-Sabah children hospital ITC, Sample size was determined using Cochran 1975, interviewer administered questionnaires and focus group discussion guide were the tools used in collecting data.Data set was generated using EPI info and analyzed using SPSS version 21, the analyzed descriptive data was triangulated with the qualitative data collected using FGD.Results The majority of the caretakers were female 78 (94%) of which 68 (81.9%) were mothers to the children that were admitted. Only 8 (9.6%) of the respondents were found to have attained effective nutrition education and majority of the respondents were found not to be recalling the information they were given during the education session.ConclusionAs per the guidelines adapted by the ministry of health republic of South Sudan, the nutrition education sessions conducted was found not be effective as most of the clients could not even recall the information given.

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PERSEPSI PENYANDANG DISABILITAS DAN STAKEHOLDER UNTUK MEMPROMOSIKAN DAN MENGEMBANGKAN KOMUNITAS INKLUSIF DI DIY DAN ASIA TENGGARA

Jurnal Sosiologi Reflektif ◽

10.14421/jsr.v13i12.1625 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 13 (2) ◽

pp. 379

Author(s):

Astri Hanjarwati ◽

Jamil Suprihatiningrum ◽

Siti Aminah

Keyword(s):

Mixed Method ◽

Qualitative Data ◽

Theoretical Framework ◽

Descriptive Statistics ◽

Positive Perception ◽

Persons With Disabilities ◽

Empirical Survey ◽

Depth Interview ◽

Quantitative Results ◽

Depth Interviews

This research was conducted to investigate the perceptions of persons with disabilities and stakeholders regarding the promotion and development of Friendly and Inclusive Communities in Bantul Regency, DIY and Kendari City, Southeast Sulawesi. The study was designed using transformative mixed-method, with the framework of KIPA (Knowledge, Inclusion, Participation, and Access) as a theoretical framework core. The first step was carried out by an empirical survey through distributing questionnaires to 48 respondents in Bantul Regency and 52 respondents in Kendari City. The results of data analysis from questionnaire contents were processed through descriptive statistics to describe respondents' perceptions quantitatively. Quantitative results are used as a reference in qualitative data collection, namely through in-depth interviews with selected respondents. The results of the study show that both persons with disabilities and stakeholders have a positive perception of the promotion and development of a friendly and inclusive community in their area. Although knowledge about disability, inclusion and the issues that surround it is still limited, but both persons with disabilities and stakeholders claim the need for a Friendly and Inclusive Community to be realized. Repondents of persons with disabilities also added that participation and access to development by and for persons with disabilities needs to be improved both in terms of quantity and quality.Penelitian ini dilakukan untuk menginvestigasi persepsi penyandang disabilitas dan stakeholders mengenai promosi dan pengembangan Komunitas Ramah dan Inklusif di Kabupaten Bantul, DIY dan Kota Kendari, Sulawesi Tenggara. Penelitian didesain menggunakan transformative mixed-method, dengan kerangka KIPA (Knowledge, Inclusion, Participation, and Access) sebagai core theoretical framework. Langkah pertama dilakukan dengan survey empiris melalui penyebaran kuesioner kepada 48 responden di Kabupaten Bantul dan 52 responden di Kota Kendari. Hasil analisis data dari isian kuesioner diolah melalui statistik deskriptif untuk menggambarkan persepsi responden secara kuantitatif. Hasil kuantitatif dijadikan sebagai rujukan dalam pengambilan data secara kualitatif, yaitu melalui in-depth interview kepada responden terpilih. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan baik penyandang disabilitas maupun stakeholders memiliki persepsi yang positif terhadap promosi dan pengembangan Komunitas Ramah dan Inklusif di daerah mereka. Meskipun pengetahuan mengenai disabilitas, inklusi dan isu-isu yang melingkupinya masih terbatas, namun baik penyandang disabiltias dan stakeholders mengaku perlunya Komunitas Ramah dan Inklusif untuk diwujudkan. Reponden penyandang disabilitas juga menambahkan bahwa partisipasi dan akses pembangunan oleh dan untuk penyandang disabilitas perlu ditingkatkan baik dari segi kuantitas maupun kualitas.

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Using in-depth qualitative data to enhance our understanding of quantitative results regarding the impact of HIV and AIDS on households in rural Uganda

Social Science & Medicine ◽

10.1016/j.socscimed.2008.07.001 ◽

2008 ◽

Vol 67 (9) ◽

pp. 1434-1446 ◽

Cited By ~ 22

Author(s):

Janet Seeley ◽

Samuel Biraro ◽

Leigh Anne Shafer ◽

Pamela Nasirumbi ◽

Susan Foster ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Qualitative Data ◽

Hiv And Aids ◽

Quantitative Results ◽

The Impact

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Advancing clinical leadership to improve the implementation of evidence-based practice in surgery: a longitudinal mixed-method study protocol

Implementation Science ◽

10.1186/s13012-020-01063-2 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 15 (1) ◽

Author(s):

Amy Grove ◽

Aileen Clarke ◽

Graeme Currie ◽

Andy Metcalfe ◽

Catherine Pope ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Social Network ◽

Social Network Analysis ◽

Network Analysis ◽

Mixed Method ◽

Qualitative Data ◽

Mixed Method Study ◽

Evidence Based ◽

Theory Approach ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Clinical Leadership

Abstract Background Clinical leadership is fundamental in facilitating service improvements in healthcare. Few studies have attempted to understand or model the different approaches to leadership which are used when promoting the uptake and implementation of evidence-based interventions. This research aims to uncover and explain how distributed clinical leadership can be developed and improved to enhance the use of evidence in practice. In doing so, this study examines implementation leadership in orthopaedic surgery to explain leadership as a collective endeavour which cannot be separated from the organisational context. Methods A mixed-method study consisting of longitudinal and cross-sectional interviews and an embedded social network analysis will be performed in six NHS hospitals. A social network analysis will be undertaken in each hospital to uncover the organisational networks, the focal leadership actors and information flows in each organisation. This will be followed by a series of repeated semi-structured interviews, conducted over 4 years, with orthopaedic surgeons and their professional networks. These longitudinal interviews will be supplemented by cross-sectional interviews with the national established surgical leaders. All qualitative data will be analysed using a constructivist grounded theory approach and integrated with the quantitative data. The participant narratives will enrich the social network to uncover the leadership configurations which exist, and how different configurations of leadership are functioning in practice to influence implementation processes and outcomes. Discussion The study findings will facilitate understanding about how and why different configurations of leadership develop and under what organisational conditions and circumstances they are able to flourish. The study will guide the development of leadership interventions that are grounded in the data and aimed at advancing leadership for service improvement in orthopaedics. The strength of the study lies in the combination of multi-component, multi-site, multi-agent methods to examine leadership processes in surgery. The findings may be limited by the practical challenges of longitudinal qualitative data collection, such as ensuring participant retention, which need to be balanced against the theoretical and empirical insights generated through this comprehensive exploration of leadership across and within a range of healthcare organisations.

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Understanding citizenship behavior of academics in American- vs Continental European-modeled universities in Turkey

Personnel Review ◽

10.1108/pr-06-2015-0182 ◽

2017 ◽

Vol 46 (6) ◽

pp. 1142-1164 ◽

Cited By ~ 3

Author(s):

Kivanc Inelmen ◽

Nisan Selekler-Goksen ◽

Özlem Yildirim-Öktem

Keyword(s):

Content Analysis ◽

Organizational Citizenship Behavior ◽

Mixed Method ◽

Strong Support ◽

Faculty Members ◽

Citizenship Behavior ◽

Content Type ◽

Mixed Method Design ◽

Justice Perceptions ◽

The Impact

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to understand the impact of university tradition, justice perceptions and quality of leader-member exchange (LMX) on the faculty members’ tendency to engage in organizational citizenship behavior (OCB) from the perspective of social exchange theory (SET). Attention is drawn to the need to contextualize the established relationships between OCB and its antecedents, as direction and strength of relationships may vary in different contexts. Design/methodology/approach The study uses a sequential mixed method design comprising a survey of 203 faculty members, and 15 semi-structured interviews both undertaken in several universities in Turkey. Hierarchical regression and discriminant analyses were used for the quantitative phase, followed by the qualitative phase that includes compiled quotes and content analysis. Findings Analyses provide strong support for the impacts of university tradition and LMX on OCB. The compiled quotes largely support the quantitative findings. Additionally, content analysis reveals sources and consequences of injustice and mechanisms to cope with it among academics. Practical implications The findings have implications for university administrators who are looking for ways to increase OCB and enhance justice perception. LMX emerges as a significant factor in encouraging OCB regardless of university tradition. In order to enhance justice perceptions, Continental European-modeled universities should allocate workload and resources in a fair manner, while American-modeled universities should apply procedures consistently across people and time. Originality/value The inclusion of university tradition as an independent variable is a contribution as it contextualizes the relationship between OCB and its antecedents, verifying SET for both contexts. Using a mixed method design, the study provides an enriched understanding of OCB.

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The Impact of an Internet-Based Self-Management Intervention (HeLP-Diabetes) on the Psychological Well-Being of Adults with Type 2 Diabetes: A Mixed-Method Cohort Study

Journal of Diabetes Research ◽

10.1155/2016/1476384 ◽

2016 ◽

Vol 2016 ◽

pp. 1-13 ◽

Cited By ~ 12

Author(s):

Megan Hofmann ◽

Charlotte Dack ◽

Chris Barker ◽

Elizabeth Murray

Keyword(s):

Type 2 Diabetes ◽

Mixed Method ◽

Self Efficacy ◽

Qualitative Data ◽

Well Being ◽

Self Management ◽

Psychological Well Being ◽

Management Intervention ◽

The Impact

This mixed-method study assessed the impact of an internet-based, self-management intervention (“HeLP-Diabetes”) on the psychological well-being of adults with type 2 diabetes. Nineteen participants were recruited from 3 general practices. Data were collected at baseline and at 6 weeks follow-up. Access to HeLP-Diabetes was associated with a significant decrease in participants’ diabetes-related distress (Z=2.04,p=0.04, andd=0.28). No significant differences were found in emotional distress or self-efficacy. The qualitative data found that participants reported improvements including increased self-efficacy and support, better management of low mood, greater diabetes awareness, and taking the condition more seriously. Participants also reported making improvements to their eating habits, exercise routine, and medical management. Some negative experiences associated with using the intervention were mentioned including feelings of guilt for not using the intervention as suggested or not making any behavioral changes, as well as technical and navigational frustrations with the intervention. Internet-based self-management interventions may have the potential to decrease diabetes-related distress in people with type 2 diabetes. The qualitative data also suggests internet interventions can positively impact both psychological and behavioural outcomes of adults with type 2 diabetes.

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