Others' participation rate influences an individual's charitable behavior: Others' similarity as a moderator

2017 ◽  
Vol 45 (10) ◽  
pp. 1607-1618 ◽  
Author(s):  
Seung Yun Lee ◽  
Sunho Jung ◽  
Sangdo Oh ◽  
Seong Hoon Park
Keyword(s):  
Undergraduate Students ◽  
Participation Rate ◽  
High Rate ◽  
Charitable Behavior ◽  
High Participation ◽  
Negative Effect ◽  
The Impact ◽  
And Diffusion ◽  
High Participation Rate ◽  
Diffusion Of Responsibility

We proposed that a moderator, others' similarity, would determine the impact of high participation rates of others on an individual's charitable behavior, and aimed to show that this moderator would work through the diffusion of responsibility motive. Participants (N = 152 undergraduate students) completed measures of charitable behavior and diffusion of responsibility, after being assigned to 1 of 2 conditions where a set percentage of other students (manipulated as either similar undergraduate students or dissimilar graduate students) were stated to have already donated to a charitable campaign (high contribution condition = 70% participation, low contribution condition = 30% participation). Our results showed that the high participation rate of others increased an individual's charitable behavior when the others in question were similar to that individual, but not when the others were dissimilar. In addition, the high rate of participation by others increased the diffusion of responsibility motive when the others in question were dissimilar to that individual, leading to a negative effect on that individual's charitable behavior.

scholarly journals Umbrella review of strategies to improve uptake of screening programmes

2019 ◽  
Vol 29 (Supplement_4) ◽  
Author(s):  
L Hyseni ◽  
M Maden ◽  
A Boland ◽  
C Kypridemos ◽  
B Collins ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Systematic Reviews ◽  
Program Implementation ◽  
Screening Programme ◽  
Participation Rate ◽  
System Level ◽  
Umbrella Review ◽  
High Participation ◽  
Contradictory Evidence ◽  
The Impact

Abstract Introduction High participation rates in screening programmes targeting non-communicable diseases are instrumental in achieving full screening benefits; however, screening programmes remain underused, especially among vulnerable populations. We conducted an umbrella review to assess the type of approaches screening programmes use to maximise uptake, the effectiveness of the approaches and the impact on equity. Methods Electronic databases were searched (1999-2019) for systematic reviews on approaches aimed at improving uptake of screening programmes for adults in middle- and high-income countries, with participation rate as the primary outcome. A narrative synthesis was undertaken to present the results by strategy, screening programme and strength of evidence. This study was registered in PROSPERO [CRD42019132087]. Results In total, 3,059 records were identified, and 82 systematic reviews were included. Preliminary findings suggest contradictory evidence, and effectiveness appears to depend on the disease screened for and specific program implementation. Invitation methods including letters and direct reminders seem to work universally. However, combined approaches using access-enhancing, individual- and system-directed strategies seem to be more effective than single approaches such as invitation methods alone. Few studies evaluated the impact on equity. Conclusions Strategies to improve uptake of screening programmes have the potential to be effective. However, there are many components within the system, either at individual, health care professional or health care system level that can influence uptake of screening programmes. Within each screening programme, it is likely that a range of interventions is needed to improve the uptake as opposed to a single intervention. Key messages Improving uptake of screening programmes is a complex issue with many factors influencing the process. A range of interventions is favoured over single interventions.

Majlis al-Shura Elections in Oman, 2015

2016 ◽  
Vol 3 (4) ◽  
pp. 455-462 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jatin Kumar
Keyword(s):  
Economic Trend ◽  
Job Creation ◽  
Participation Rate ◽  
Living Standard ◽  
Sharp Fall ◽  
Use Of Technology ◽  
Participation Of Women ◽  
High Participation ◽  
The Arab Spring ◽  
High Participation Rate

The 2015 Omani Shura Council elections came amidst a crucial time with down economic trend and continuing uncertainty over succession. Regular council elections are an important takeaway but declining interests among voters reflected in a sharp fall in turnout. In fact, the 2011 elections had recorded a high participation rate due to the Arab Spring. Issues such as corruption, job creation, and improvement of the living standard were most important as was the case in 2011. While one finds numerous changes and evolution of the electoral process, including use of technology and participation of women, the democratization process remains slow and uncertain.

scholarly journals OLDER PATIENTS HAVE A HIGH PARTICIPATION RATE IN CARDIOVASCULAR RESEARCH: ARE WE IGNORING AN UNTAPPED RESOURCE?

2015 ◽  
Vol 65 (10) ◽  
pp. A101
Author(s):  
Hannah Sinclair ◽  
Xuyan Teoh ◽  
Murugapathy Veerasamy ◽  
Weiliang Qiu ◽  
Vijayalakshmi Kunadian
Keyword(s):  
Older Patients ◽  
Participation Rate ◽  
Cardiovascular Research ◽  
High Participation ◽  
High Participation Rate ◽  
Untapped Resource

scholarly journals The Effect of Online Formative Self-Assessment on Academic Performance of Chiropractic Students

2020 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
pp. p52
Author(s):  
Munyeong Choi ◽  
Mark E. Murdock
Keyword(s):  
Participation Rate ◽  
Self Assessment ◽  
Final Exam ◽  
Post Hoc Analysis ◽  
Class Time ◽  
High Participation ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Post Hoc ◽  
Chiropractic Students ◽  
High Participation Rate

The main objectives of this study are: 1. Evaluate the degree of utilization of online, formative self-assessment (OFSA); 2. To evaluate the effect of OFSA on summative final exam (SFE) scores. The design of the study involved students having the opportunity to take a total of eight weekly OFSA quizzes voluntarily, outside of class time and throughout the academic term. Demographic, utilization and SFE scores were collected and analyzed. The results included: 1. high participation rate with 93% (N = 173) of the total number of students having taken at least one or more quizzes and 53% (N = 98) of students took at least four or more OFSA quizzes. 2. There was a 0.72 (p=.008; CI: .196 to 1.253) increase of SFE scores per quiz taken as per linear regression. The correlation was mildly, positive (r = .194, p < .01). In post hoc analysis, the mean SFE score of the frequent (4 or more quizzes) OFSA takers was 3.52 higher than that of the infrequent (3 or fewer quizzes) takers (p < .01). Based on the results, OFSA may offer a complementary learning tool for students in a Chiropractic program.

scholarly journals Examining the impact of Covid-19-related disruptions, dislocations and stressors on the academic performance of undergraduates at a diverse public university

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Carl Stempel ◽  
Qais Alemi ◽  
Morgan Sanchez ◽  
Susan ingram
Keyword(s):  
Academic Performance ◽  
Undergraduate Students ◽  
Academic Advising ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
First Generation ◽  
High Rate ◽  
Health Issues ◽  
Peer Advising ◽  
First Generation College ◽  
The Impact

Objective: Investigate the influence of the stressors caused by the Covid-19 pandemic on the academic performance of undergraduate students, and their ability to concentrate on schoolwork.Participants: 1,806 students attending a racially diverse 4-year university with a high rate of first generation college students.Methods: An online survey utilizing measures of depression (PHQ-9), generalized anxiety (GAD-7), faculty and academic advising support, economic insecurity, studying conditions, family conditions, trouble concentrating on schoolwork, and academic performance. OLS regression is used to explain academic performance and trouble concentrating. Results: Four of five students reported trouble concentrating, and trouble concentrating strongly decreased academic performance. Faculty and peer advising support and adequate studying conditions improved academic performance. Depression strongly increased trouble concentrating. Adequate studying conditions and academic advising support improved concentration.Conclusions: In the upcoming year, faculty and student support services should highlight mental health issues and services, and increase supports for students experiencing distress.

scholarly journals High participation rate in mammography screening: experience from Croatia

2017 ◽  
Vol 25 (4) ◽  
pp. 303-306
Author(s):  
Zrinka Puharić ◽  
Mirna Žulec ◽  
Ivana Ceronja ◽  
Andrea Šupe Parun
Keyword(s):  
Mammography Screening ◽  
Participation Rate ◽  
High Participation ◽  
High Participation Rate

Impact of Islamic religiosity on materialistic values in Turkey

2017 ◽  
Vol 8 (4) ◽  
pp. 533-557 ◽  
Author(s):  
Burcu Ilter ◽  
Gul Bayraktaroglu ◽  
Ilayda Ipek
Keyword(s):  
Undergraduate Students ◽  
Quantitative Research ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Reliability And Validity ◽  
Negative Influence ◽  
Three Dimensions ◽  
Confirmatory Factor Analyses ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Negative Effect ◽  
The Impact

Purpose The purpose of this study is to test Islamic religiosity scale’s reliability and validity and to evaluate the impact of Islamic religiosity on materialism in Turkey. Design/methodology/approach Using a quantitative research method, a self-administered survey was distributed to the students of two faculties – Faculty of Theology and Faculty of Business – of the same university in Izmir, Turkey. In total, 400 questionnaires for each faculty were distributed and a total of 529 completed questionnaires – 326 from the Faculty of Theology and 203 from the Faculty of Business – were returned. Exploratory and confirmatory factor analyses were conducted via SPSS and AMOS. Findings Islamic religiosity and materialism have been found to be negatively correlated, supporting the existing literature. However, not all the dimensions of Islamic religiosity (behavioral religiosity, spiritual religiosity and necessity of religion) had this negative effect on materialism (possession-defined success, acquisition centrality and acquisition as the pursuit of happiness). Negative influence of “behavioral religiosity” on all three dimensions of materialism was observed. However, the “spirituality” dimension of religiosity was found to have a positive impact, while the “necessity of religion” had no significant impact on the dimensions of materialism. Research limitations/implications A sample consisting of undergraduate students might limit the generalizability of the findings to Turkish Islamic population in general. This study is one of the first attempts to test the Islamic religiosity scale which needs to be further analyzed and developed. Originality/value The present study will contribute to the literature by testing an Islamic religiosity scale developed by a Turkish researcher. Besides, this is the only study undertaken on the impact of Islamic religiosity on materialism using an Islamic religiosity scale.

scholarly journals Feasibility of use of the anxiety thermometer in antenatal services

2020 ◽  
Vol 28 (8) ◽  
pp. 468-474
Author(s):  
Yana Richens ◽  
Anna L David ◽  
Sofia Llahana ◽  
Sue Gessler ◽  
Catherine P James ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Sleep Problems ◽  
Participation Rate ◽  
High Participation ◽  
Problem Checklist ◽  
High Participation Rate ◽  
Antenatal Services

Of the 102 women approached, 101 (99%) completed the anxiety thermometer (AnxT). The women were aged between 22–44 years (mean age 34.5 years); about half were primigravida and half multigravida. Almost two-thirds rated their current anxiety as four or above out of a maximum of 10. The most frequently reported concern was health of baby, followed by fears and worries, tiredness, and sleep problems. The high participation rate suggests that the AnxT can be developed to screen anxiety and elicit perinatal and related concerns to facilitate consultation and appropriate triaging. The problem checklist was refined based on the current results.

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