Information needs and sources of information for patients during cancer follow-up

Vaping is popular among adolescents. Previous research has explored sources of information and influence on youth vaping, including marketing, ads, family, peers, social media, and the internet. This research endeavors to expand understanding of peer influence. Our hypothesis is that friends’ influence on teen vapers’ first electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS) use varies by demographic variables and awareness of ENDS advertising. In August–October 2017, youth (n = 3174) aged 13–18 completed an online survey to quantify ENDS behaviors and attitudes and were invited to participate in follow-up online research in November-December 2017 to probe qualitative context around perceptions and motivations (n = 76). This analysis focused on the ENDS users, defined as having ever tried any ENDS product, from the survey (n = 1549) and the follow-up research (n = 39). Among survey respondents, friends were the most common source of vapers’ first ENDS product (60%). Most survey respondents tried their first ENDS product while “hanging out with friends” (54%). Among follow-up research participants, the theme of socializing was also prominent. ENDS advertising and marketing through social media had a strong association with friend networks; in fact, the odds of friends as source of the first vaping experience were 2 times higher for those who had seen ENDS ads on social media compared with other types of media. The influence of friends is particularly evident among non-Hispanic Whites, Hispanics/Latinos, those living in urban areas, those living in high-income households, those with higher self-esteem, and those who experiment with vaping. These findings support the premise that peer influence is a primary social influencer and reinforcer for vaping. Being included in a popular activity appears to be a strong driving force.

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[P-036]: Prodromal cognitive signs of dementia in 85 year-olds - validity of four sources of information in a three year follow-up

Alzheimer s & Dementia ◽

10.1016/j.jalz.2005.06.098 ◽

2005 ◽

Vol 1 ◽

pp. S19-S19

Author(s):

Simona Sacuiu ◽

Magnus Sjögren ◽

Boo Johansson ◽

Ingmar Skoog

Keyword(s):

Sources Of Information

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Identifying and Assessing the Implementation of Human Rights Decisions

Journal of Human Rights Practice ◽

10.1093/jhuman/huaa003 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 12 (1) ◽

pp. 125-148

Author(s):

Alice Donald ◽

Debra Long ◽

Anne-Katrin Speck

Keyword(s):

Human Rights ◽

Status Quo ◽

Good Faith ◽

Civil Society Organizations ◽

Evidence Based ◽

Sources Of Information ◽

European Regions ◽

The Status ◽

Public Record

Abstract Assessing the extent to which states have implemented the decisions of supranational human rights bodies is a challenging task. It requires supranational bodies—be they judicial, quasi-judicial or political—to create an evidence-based public record of the status quo of implementation at any point in time and determine whether the measures taken do, in fact, satisfy the requirements of the decision. This, in turn, relies upon states engaging in good faith, victims having a voice, and civil society organizations seizing the opportunity to influence the follow-up process. Using empirical data from interviews in selected states in the African, Inter-American and European regions, and within regional and United Nations bodies, this article argues that in no human rights ‘system’ are all these expectations met, in part because follow-up work is inadequately resourced. It argues that supranational bodies should proactively seek out diverse sources of information and adopt more transparent and responsive working methods so as to enable ‘real time’ participation by all interested parties. The article concludes with recommendations for supranational bodies, and state and non-state actors.

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LITERASI INFORMASI PENGELOLA KOMUNITAS SAHABAT ILMU JAMBI BERDASARKAN STANDAR IFLA

Nazharat: Jurnal Kebudayaan ◽

10.30631/nazharat.v25i2.23 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 25 (2) ◽

pp. 145-163

Author(s):

Rio Gusma Hendra ◽

Wenny Dastina ◽

Muhammad Rum

Keyword(s):

Mobile Phones ◽

Research Method ◽

Information Needs ◽

Sources Of Information ◽

Data Presentation ◽

Analysis Techniques ◽

Internet Media ◽

Research Findings ◽

Descriptive Approach ◽

Access Information

This study aims to determine how the ability of Jambi Friends of the Community of Friends in accessing, evaluating and using information. This study uses a qualitative research method with a descriptive approach and data collection through observation, interviews, and documentation. Data analysis techniques used: data reduction, data presentation, drawing conclusions and data triangulation. Based on the results of the analysis and research findings, the ability of the Jambi Sahabat Community Community Managers to access information based on the IFLA standard is said to be Expert, because it is seen from the manager’s ability to define information needs and to trace information through various sources, such as people who are experts in their fields, from print media: books and newspapers, electronic media: television and mobile phones. The ability of the Friends of the Jambi Friends of the Community in evaluating information based on the IFLA standard is said to be Expert, because it is seen from the ability of the manager to assess information and manage information obtained through clear sources of information, such as books, and internet media, as well as sources from internal community discussions. The ability of the Jambi Friends of the Sahabat Community Community to use information based on the IFLA standard can be said to be Expert, seen from the manager’s ability to use information and communicate information directly in the form of discussion, and indirectly as well as convey information with a simpler and easier to understand delivery

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E Resources vs Prints Usages and Preferences by Undergraduates in a Private University Nigeria

DESIDOC Journal of Library & Information Technology ◽

10.14429/djlit.39.2.13885 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 39 (2) ◽

pp. 125-130

Author(s):

Jerome Idiegbeyan-ose ◽

Goodluck Ifijeh ◽

Ayooluwa Aregbesola ◽

Sola Owolabi ◽

Eyiolorunshe Toluwani

Keyword(s):

Information Needs ◽

Private University ◽

User Preferences ◽

Sources Of Information ◽

Electronic Resources ◽

Test Of Hypotheses ◽

Print Materials ◽

Study Population ◽

Teaching Learning ◽

The University

Electronic and print resources usages and preferences among undergraduates of Landmark University, Omu-Aran, Kwara State, Nigeria has been examined. The study population consist of all undergraduates of the University, from which a sample of 250 that is 10 percent of the population was selected. The instrument used for data collection was a questionnaire. 231 copies of the questionnaire were completed and returned, representing 92.45 per cent response rate. Results from the study revealed that 110 (47.6 %) of the respondents preferred print resources, while interestingly, the same number 110 (47.6 %) preferred electronic resources; 11(4.8 %) of the participants did not provide any response to the question. It therefore implies that both print and electronic resources are complementary in meeting the information needs of undergraduates. However, majority of the respondents indicated that they usually supplement print materials with electronic resources or vice versa. The test of hypotheses revealed that user preferences were influenced by demographic factors such as age, course and level of study. Libraries should maintain hybrid collections, as both resources were found to be relevant sources of information for teaching, learning and research is recommended.

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The Correlation Internal and Eksternal Characteristics with Communication Networks Self-help Rubber Farmer in Batu Bersurat Village XIII Koto Kampar District

Journal of Agribusiness and Community Empowerment ◽

10.32530/jace.v3i1.120 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 3 (1) ◽

pp. 27-36

Author(s):

Muhammad Ikhsan Ikhsan ◽

Roza Yulida ◽

Fajar Restuhadi

Keyword(s):

Communication Network ◽

Communication Networks ◽

Land Tenure ◽

Information Needs ◽

Test Results ◽

Sources Of Information ◽

Correlation Test ◽

Self Help ◽

Adequate Information ◽

The Relationship

In order to encourage rubber agribusiness activities, farmers need adequate information and reliable sources of information to achieve their goals. To meet information needs, farmers develop communication networks between farmers and their actors. This research aims to describe the sociogram of the communication network of rubber farmers in self-help patterns,and analyze the relationship between farmer characteristics and communication networks.This research conducted in Batu Bersurat Village XIII Koto Kampar District. The method used in this research is the census method and the study respondents were taken as many as 42 farmers. The results of this research indicate that the structure of the communication network formed in rubber farmers approached the radial personal networkstructure .Based on the correlation test results indicate that the characteristics of rubber farmers related to locall centrality are, extent of land tenure, cosmopolity, intensity of counseling, and number of sources of information. Correlation test results indicate that the characteristics of rubber farmers related to globall centrality are level of education, extent of land tenure, cosmopolity, intensity of counseling, and number of sources of information.Correlation test results indicate that the characteristics of rubber farmers related to betwenness are extent of land tenure, cosmopolity, intensity of counseling, and number of sources of information.

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Informing Clients through Information Communication Technology in Health Care Systems

10.28945/3367 ◽

2009 ◽

Author(s):

Vangari Vishwa Mohan ◽

Vahideh Zarea Gavgani

Keyword(s):

Communication Technology ◽

Science Communication ◽

Information Needs ◽

Medical Information ◽

Information Communication Technology ◽

Structured Interview ◽

Sources Of Information ◽

Information Communication ◽

Critical Information ◽

Care Givers

Information Communication Technology (ICT) has revolutionized the world communication order. People can be informed in more effective, efficient and convenient ways. Access to media has percolated to the grassroots. In spite of all such remarkable developments, whether ICT facilitates Science communication is a billion dollar question. Though information is freely and widely available by virtue of ICT, yet, there are areas where Science communication through ICT still needs to be developed to deliver critical information to the needy. Objectives: The objectives of the study are to find out: whether patients and care givers have perception of their information needs? What sources of information they usually consult? What type of channels/media they possess to access the information? What sources the patients and care givers prefer to consult? Whether in the opinion of the patients and their care givers, the ICTs are effective in delivering the critical information. Methodology: An exploratory survey was conducted. A semi-structured interview was employed to collect data from a group of 188 patients and care givers in the hospitals and clinics in Hyderabad (India). Results and conclusion: The study determined the patients’ and care givers’ preferences for technologies in keeping informed. It also brought to light the limitations and usefulness of ICTs in Science communication in general and medical information in particular.

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MEASUREMENT ERRORS AFFECTING THE CHARACTERISTICS OF MULTI-POSITION SYSTEMS, AND WAYS TO REDUCE THEM

InterConf ◽

10.51582/interconf.7-8.06.2021.035 ◽

2021 ◽

pp. 333-346

Author(s):

Andriy Аrtikula ◽

Dmytro Britov ◽

Volodymyr Dzhus ◽

Borys Haibadulov ◽

Anastasiia Haibadulova ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Information System ◽

Information Security ◽

Human Development ◽

Measurement Errors ◽

Information Needs ◽

Single System ◽

Sources Of Information ◽

Different Types ◽

System Errors ◽

System Characteristics

Modern wide development of science and technology causes the growth of information needs in all branches of human development. At present, there are all opportunities to increase information security by combining sources of information into a single system. At the same time, when merging, specific difficulties and features emerge, which together make it difficult to implement the proposed solutions. The paper considers the peculiarity of combining different types of radar stations into a single information system. Errors of measurements of separate parameters and their influence on system characteristics are considered. Options for solving the problems that have arisen are proposed.

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Information seeking behaviors, attitudes, and choices of academic mathematicians

10.32920/14668995.v1 ◽

2021 ◽

Author(s):

Ian D. Gordon ◽

Brian D. Cameron ◽

Debbie Chaves ◽

Rebecca Hutchinson

Keyword(s):

Information Seeking ◽

Information Needs ◽

Academic Librarians ◽

Success Rates ◽

University Libraries ◽

Perceived Success ◽

Survey Results ◽

Use Of Social Media ◽

Information Seeking Behaviors

Mathematicians in academic institutions utilize a variety of resources and strategies to seek, find, and use scholarly information and news. Using a sample of mathematicians, researchers surveyed 112 students and faculty at four Canadian university institutions to explore self-perceived success rates, resources consulted, databases used, use of social media, and citation management systems. Further, 12 follow-up interviews were completed with mathematicians to better interpret survey results, resulting information-seeking behaviors, choices, strategies, and feelings on keeping up to date with information needs. According to survey results, a minority of mathematicians (12.5 percent) acknowledged that they were successfully keeping up to date. However, a significant number of mathematicians (28.6 percent) indicated that they were unsuccessful and could do better in remaining current with information needs. Co-investigators, using qualitative analyses, identified four emergent themes related to remaining current: (1) The “slower pace of math” pervades all aspects of this discipline;” (2) There are “too many papers – and not enough time” to effectively search, evaluate, and read scholarly papers of interest; (3) Mathematicians collectively acknowledge that they are open to strategies and technologies where they “could do better” keeping up to date; and (4) Mathematicians have divided loyalties using databases when searching for information by means of “MathSciNet in a Google world.” Additional insights document how mathematicians are guided by mathematical peculiarities and discipline-specific practices. This study helps to shed light on opportunities for academic librarians to identify and meet mathematicians’ evolving information needs. Keywords: Mathematicians, information-seeking behaviors, information needs, information sources, graduate students, faculty, academic (university) libraries, knowledge management

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