Dependency Relations and Newspaper Readership

1993 ◽  
Vol 70 (3) ◽  
pp. 602-614 ◽  
Author(s):  
William E. Loges ◽  
Sandra J. Ball-Rokeach
Keyword(s):  
Regression Analysis ◽  
Demographic Variables ◽  
Male And Female ◽  
Demographic Profiles ◽  
Media System ◽  
Media System Dependency ◽  
Dependency Relations ◽  
Variance Explained

Newspaper readership often has been studied with the aim of developing demographic profiles of readers. This paper considers the goals readers are pursuing and the importance of media system dependency relations in explaining the amount of time spent reading newspapers. In a regression analysis, we find that dependency relations for social and self understanding explain a considerable amount of variance in readership beyond the variance explained by demographic variables. Differences in the dependency relations between more and less affluent readers, as well as between male and female readers, are noted as well.

Media system dependency and user attachment in social Q&A communities: do active users and lurkers differ?

2020 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Xiabing Zheng ◽  
Xiao Shi ◽  
Feng Yang
Keyword(s):  
Group Analysis ◽  
Community Context ◽  
Research Model ◽  
Online Questionnaire ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Media System ◽  
The Social ◽  
Media System Dependency ◽  
Dependency Relations ◽  
The Impact

PurposeThis study aims at exploring users' motives to form attachments within the social Q&A community context and identifying the differences between active users and lurkers when building emotional attachments. By utilizing the media system dependency (MSD) theory, this study investigates into the driving factors of dependency relations (understanding, orientation and play) to user attachments (i.e. attachment to the social Q&A community, attachment to content creators).Design/methodology/approachThe research model is empirically validated by an online questionnaire among users of a social Q&A community. Deriving from the actual behavioral data, the authors divide 262 valid responses into 157 active users and 105 lurkers according to whether they post or not. The partial least squares (PLS) method is exploited to analyze the relationships in the model. In addition, the PLS-based multi-group analysis is conducted for comparing active users and lurkers.FindingsThe empirical results confirm that dependency relations (understanding, orientation and play) significantly influence user attachments. Multi-group analysis suggests that the effect of understanding dependency relations on attachment to content creators is stronger for active users than for lurkers. However, the effect of orientation dependency relations on user attachment is significant for lurkers but not significant for active users.Originality/valueThis study enriches the knowledge of the MSD theory by extending it to the social Q&A community setting. Based on the MSD theory, the relationships between three sides of dependency relations and two types of user attachments are hypothesized in the research model. Besides, the impact of user heterogeneity in building user emotional attachment still lacks consideration. This study is one of the first in the field of comparison studies to compare active users and lurkers in such context, providing a novel contribution in understanding the motivations and emotional responses of different users.

Interval Identification Predicts Success in Melodic Dictation

2021 ◽  
pp. 002242942110119
Author(s):  
Bryan E. Nichols ◽  
D. Gregory Springer
Keyword(s):  
Regression Analysis ◽  
Demographic Variables ◽  
Hierarchical Regression ◽  
Musical Experience ◽  
Two Stage ◽  
Hierarchical Regression Analysis ◽  
Melodic Dictation ◽  
Identification Test ◽  
Predictive Relationships

The purpose of this study was to investigate possible predictive relationships between interval identification and melodic dictation performance on tasks where students identify short pitch spans after a brief tonicization. College musicians ( N = 35) completed an interval identification test and a series of melodic dictation tasks. Results indicated that interval identification and melodic dictation tests reflected a battery of items ranging from very easy to very difficult with acceptable Cronbach’s α levels. We conducted a two-stage hierarchical regression analysis to examine the extent to which interval identification served as a predictor of melodic dictation accuracy while controlling for selected music and demographic variables. Results indicated that interval identification served as a significant predictor of melodic dictation scores, contributing 28.9% of the variance in melodic dictation scores while controlling for musical experience variables. The analysis indicated a dictation task by interval ability interaction based on grouping by lower, mid-, and upper performing groups on the interval identification test. Issues in measurement of melodic dictation accuracy and strategies that affect the development of melodic dictation skills are discussed.

Umbilical Morphology: Normal Values for Neonatal Periumbilical Skin Length

PEDIATRICS ◽  
1992 ◽  
Vol 90 (1) ◽  
pp. 47-49
Author(s):  
Aengus S. O'Marcaigh ◽  
Lora B. Folz ◽  
Virginia V. Michels
Keyword(s):  
Regression Analysis ◽  
Birth Weight ◽  
Gestational Age ◽  
Normal Values ◽  
The Other ◽  
Male And Female ◽  
Rieger Syndrome ◽  
Neonatal Diagnosis ◽  
Robinow Syndrome ◽  
Aarskog Syndrome

Malformations of the umbilicus are a feature of many dysmorphic syndromes including Rieger syndrome, Robinow syndrome, and Aarskog syndrome. The characteristic umbilical malformation in Rieger syndrome consists of redundant periumbilical skin which extends along the cord for an excessive distance. Although the measurement of umbilical skin length plays an important role in the neonatal diagnosis of Rieger syndrome, normal values for this measurement in healthy neonates have not been established. Umbilical skin length was measured in 104 healthy neonates. The length to which the umbilical skin extended along the cranial aspect of cord (mean 11.53 mm, SD 3.58) was significantly longer than the umbilical skin length along the caudal aspect (mean 8.71 mm, SD 2.89) (P < .05). Multiple regression analysis revealed a significant association between age and umbilical skin length. Birth weight, length, and gestational age were not significantly associated with umbilical skin length when adjusted for the other three variables. No significant differences in umbilical skin length were observed between male and female groups. The above normal values should aid in the neonatal diagnosis of Rieger syndrome, and furthermore it is recommended that cranial umbilical skin length measurement be included in the examination of the dysmorphic child.

THE ORIGINS OF INDIVIDUAL MEDIA-SYSTEM DEPENDENCY

1985 ◽  
Vol 12 (4) ◽  
pp. 485-510 ◽  
Author(s):  
S. J. BALL-ROKEACH
Keyword(s):  
Media System ◽  
Media System Dependency

scholarly journals Measuring Values Importance of Saudi Consumers

2016 ◽  
Vol 8 (6) ◽  
pp. 115
Author(s):  
Saeed Badghish
Keyword(s):  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Regression Analysis ◽  
Quantitative Study ◽  
Hospitality Industry ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Education Level ◽  
Descriptive Statistics ◽  
Review Of The Literature ◽  
Demographic Differences ◽  
Demographic Profiles

<p>This study examines the priority of values affecting the behaviour of local consumers in the Saudi Arabian hospitality industry. The sample consists of Saudi nationals who have stayed in a hotel in Saudi Arabia. A review of the literature provides studies of values and demographic factors that could lead to differences in behaviour between gender (male vs female) and education (educated vs less-educated). There is currently little understanding of whether, or how, Saudis from different socio-cultural environments, represented in this study with different demographic profiles, differ in their values. This study considers whether there are any such differences linked to these demographic differences. The research uses a quantitative online survey based on established constructs of Kahle’s List of Values. Data were analysed in SPSS using descriptive statistics, independent samples <em>t</em>-tests, and regression analysis. This quantitative study finds that there are significant differences in the value of excitement, warm relationships with others, and fun and enjoyment were noted according to education level; also the value of self-fulfillment according to gender.</p>

scholarly journals Degree of Practicing Administrative Creativity by Education District Managers as Perceived by Department Heads and Administrators in the Districts of Mafraq Governorate

2021 ◽  
Vol 12 (22) ◽  
pp. 19-34
Author(s):  
Salwa Ayed Al-Salihi
Keyword(s):  
Statistical Methods ◽  
Training Programs ◽  
Educational Leaders ◽  
Demographic Variables ◽  
Survey Method ◽  
Department Heads ◽  
Male And Female ◽  
Female Employees ◽  
Standard Deviations ◽  
Descriptive Survey

The study aimed to assess the perceptions of department heads and administrators regarding the degree to which Educational District Managers practice administrative creativity in the districts of Mafraq governorate. To achieve this objective, the study followed the descriptive survey method, and used a questionnaire to collect data from the study sample which was selected from a population of 240 male and female employees (40 heads and 200 employees in education districts of Mafraq governorate). The sample consisted of (150) participants (25 department heads and 125 male and female employees). The data was analyzed by the use of statistical methods, such as means, standard deviations, the analysis of multiple variance and the method of Scheffe.  The study findings revealed that the participants' degree of perception was moderate, and that there were differences in their perceptions according to their different demographic variables. The study recommended preparing and designing training programs to develop the performance of educational leaders in education districts to implement the requirements of administrative innovation and creativity.

scholarly journals Sex-Disaggregated Data on Clinical Characteristics and Outcomes of Hospitalized Patients With COVID-19: A Retrospective Study

2021 ◽  
Vol 11 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mengdie Wang ◽  
Nan Jiang ◽  
Changjun Li ◽  
Jing Wang ◽  
Heping Yang ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Logistic Regression ◽  
Regression Analysis ◽  
Logistic Regression Analysis ◽  
Clinical Characteristics ◽  
Random Effect ◽  
Hospitalized Patients ◽  
Male And Female ◽  
Female Patients ◽  
Disease Outcomes ◽  
Male Patients

BackgroundSex and gender are crucial variables in coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). We sought to provide information on differences in clinical characteristics and outcomes between male and female patients and to explore the effect of estrogen in disease outcomes in patients with COVID-19.MethodIn this retrospective, multi-center study, we included all confirmed cases of COVID-19 admitted to four hospitals in Hubei province, China from Dec 31, 2019 to Mar 31, 2020. Cases were confirmed by real-time RT-PCR and were analyzed for demographic, clinical, laboratory and radiographic parameters. Random-effect logistic regression analysis was used to assess the association between sex and disease outcomes.ResultsA total of 2501 hospitalized patients with COVID-19 were included in the present study. The clinical manifestations of male and female patients with COVID-19 were similar, while male patients have more comorbidities than female patients. In terms of laboratory findings, compared with female patients, male patients were more likely to have lymphopenia, thrombocytopenia, inflammatory response, hypoproteinemia, and extrapulmonary organ damage. Random-effect logistic regression analysis indicated that male patients were more likely to progress into severe type, and prone to ARDS, secondary bacterial infection, and death than females. However, there was no significant difference in disease outcomes between postmenopausal and premenopausal females after propensity score matching (PSM) by age.ConclusionsMale patients, especially those age-matched with postmenopausal females, are more likely to have poor outcomes. Sex-specific differences in clinical characteristics and outcomes do exist in patients with COVID-19, but estrogen may not be the primary cause. Further studies are needed to explore the causes of the differences in disease outcomes between the sexes.

scholarly journals EMERGING TENDENCY OF BRANDS UTILIZATION AND ITS IMPACTS ON LIFE SATISFACTION OF UNIVERSITY STUDENTS

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (4) ◽  
pp. 69-77
Author(s):  
Abd ul Waheed ◽  
Iqra Almas ◽  
Umme Kalsoom ◽  
Laila Shafi ◽  
Kanwal Yasmin
Keyword(s):  
Life Satisfaction ◽  
Regression Analysis ◽  
University Students ◽  
Research Method ◽  
Linear Regression Analysis ◽  
Demographic Variables ◽  
Satisfaction Level ◽  
Cosmetic Products ◽  
Proportional Allocation ◽  
Spss Software

Purpose of the study: This research examines the emerging tendency of brands utilization and its impacts on the life satisfaction of university students. Methodology: It is a quantitative study where a survey research method has been used, and for data collection, the questionnaire has been prepared. Demographic variables like area, age, gender, qualification, and location are also included. A sample of 385 students was selected by using the proportional allocation method. Statistical analysis for data was done through SPSS software. Researchers used a linear regression analysis test to find out the impacts of brand utilization on the life satisfaction of university students. Principal Findings: The findings of the study show that life satisfaction has a significantly negative correlation with brand utilization. Research also indicates that most purchased items were branded clothing and cosmetic products. Application of the study: This paper will be helpful to understand brand utilization and its impacts on youth’s life satisfaction. Novelty/Originality of this study: To analyze the growing tendency of luxury and brands products, researchers determined to check the impacts of branded products on life satisfaction levels. To examine the impacts of brand utilization, this research focused on four Pakistani universities and the life satisfaction level of students has bees examined.

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