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In Israel, like the rest of Western society, women are still largely responsible for childcare and housework. In homeschooling families, this division is even more prominent. This article explores homeschooling mothers’ perspective on role division. Using the auto-ethnographic-phenomenological approach to qualitative research of individual perceptions and experiences, I recruited a purpose-focused sample of 27 homeschooling mothers. Using interviews and personal logs (or diaries), I obtained data that underwent thematic analysis. The study findings indicate that mothers like being with their kids and that most of them would not want to change places with their partner, but the question arises as to whether there is a real possibility of choosing.

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Determining preference for potential: The role of perceived economic mobility

Social Behavior and Personality An International Journal ◽

10.2224/sbp.8019 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 47 (6) ◽

pp. 1-8 ◽

Cited By ~ 2

Author(s):

Chen Yang ◽

Shaochen Zhao

Keyword(s):

Boundary Conditions ◽

Economic Mobility ◽

Individual Perceptions ◽

Future Success ◽

The Future

Although previous researchers have demonstrated that people often prefer potential rather than achievement when evaluating other people or products, few have focused on the boundary conditions on this effect. We proposed that the preference for potential would emerge when individuals’ perception of economic mobility was high, but the preference for achievement would emerge among individuals with low perceptions of economic mobility. Our results showed that people paid more attention to the future (vs. the present) when their perception of economic mobility was high; this, in turn, promoted more favorable reactions toward potential (vs. achievement). Thus, we suggested circumstances under which highlighting a person’s potential for future success is effective and those when it is not effective. Moreover, we revealed the important role of individual perceptions regarding economic mobility in driving this effect.

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Changes in perceptions of media bias

Research & Politics ◽

10.1177/2053168020987441 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 8 (1) ◽

pp. 205316802098744

Author(s):

Kirby Goidel ◽

Nicholas T. Davis ◽

Spencer Goidel

Keyword(s):

Attitude Change ◽

Media Bias ◽

Congressional Election ◽

Election Study ◽

Donald Trump ◽

Change Perceptions ◽

Individual Perceptions ◽

2016 Election ◽

The Media

In this paper, we utilize a module from the Cooperative Congressional Election Study to explore how individual perceptions of media bias changed over the course of the 2016 presidential campaign. While previous literature has documented the role of partisan affiliation in perceptions of bias, we know considerably less about how these perceptions change during a presidential election. Consistent with existing theories of attitude change, perceptions of bias polarize with strong Democrats moving toward believing the media were biased against Hillary Clinton (and in favor of Donald Trump) and independent-leaning Republicans moving toward believing the media were biased against Donald Trump. At the end of the 2016 election, more individuals believed the media were biased against their side. These effects were moderated by how much attention individuals paid to the campaign.

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Examining Australian public perceptions and behaviors towards a future COVID-19 vaccine

BMC Infectious Diseases ◽

10.1186/s12879-021-05833-1 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 21 (1) ◽

Author(s):

Holly Seale ◽

Anita E. Heywood ◽

Julie Leask ◽

Meru Sheel ◽

David N. Durrheim ◽

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Keyword(s):

Online Survey ◽

Private Health Insurance ◽

Public Perceptions ◽

Multivariable Logistic Regression Model ◽

Careful Planning ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

The Public ◽

Individual Perceptions ◽

Starting Point ◽

Early Indication

Abstract Background As immunisation program launches have previously demonstrated, it is essential that careful planning occurs now to ensure the readiness of the public for a COVID-19 vaccine. As part of that process, this study aimed to understand the public perceptions regarding a future COVID-19 vaccine in Australia. Methods A national cross-sectional online survey of 1420 Australian adults (18 years and older) was undertaken between 18 and 24 March 2020. The statistical analysis of the data included univariate and multivariable logistic regression model analysis. Results Respondents generally held positive views towards vaccination. Eighty percent (n = 1143) agreed with the statement that getting myself vaccinated for COVID-19 would be a good way to protect myself against infection. Females (n = 614, 83%) were more likely to agree with the statement than males (n = 529, 78%) (aOR = 1.4 (95% CI: 1.1–1.8); P = 0.03), while 91% of those aged 70 years and above agreed compared to 76% of 18–29-year-olds (aOR = 2.3 (95% CI:1.2–4.1); P = 0.008). Agreement was also higher for those with a self-reported chronic disease (aOR = 1.4 (95% CI: 1.1–2.0); P = 0.04) and among those who held private health insurance (aOR = 1.7 (95% CI: 1.3–2.3); P < 0.001). Beyond individual perceptions, 78% stated that their decision to vaccinate would be supported by family and friends. Conclusion This study presents an early indication of public perceptions towards a future COVID-19 vaccine and represents a starting point for mapping vaccine perceptions. To support an effective launch of these new vaccines, governments need to use this time to understand the communities concerns and to identify the strategies that will support engagement.

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UNDERSTANDING PERCEPTIONS OF CHANGE: A PATHWAYS CONTRIBUTION TO COMMUNITY CONSULTATION AND ENVIRONMENTAL DECISION-MAKING

Journal of Environmental Assessment Policy and Management ◽

10.1142/s146433320400164x ◽

2004 ◽

Vol 06 (02) ◽

pp. 189-211 ◽

Cited By ~ 4

Author(s):

MARK LEMON ◽

PAUL JEFFREY ◽

BRIAN S. MCINTOSH ◽

TIM OXLEY

Keyword(s):

Environmental Change ◽

Relevant Information ◽

Clear Understanding ◽

Community Consultation ◽

The Public ◽

Environmental Decision Making ◽

Individual Perceptions ◽

Time Space ◽

The Uk

Participation has become part of the language of environmental management. While this move is positive there remains a danger that overly formalised and restricted participatory procedures, in terms of the information sought, may constrain and hinder dialogue and learning between the public and management agencies. Responses to specific issues are often sought from members of the public without a clear understanding about whether those issues are salient to them, where they are salient or how they fit into multiple and dynamic interpretations of environmental change. This paper uses case study material from the UK to demonstrate a novel Pathways Approach to the recording and analysis of individual perceptions about environmental change. The approach seeks to concentrate on experience and interpretation and is based on the conceptualisation of perceived cause–effect relationships and the pathways that support them. The links between time, space and community are considered within this analysis, as is the potential for improved participation through the provision of policy relevant information to planners and environmental managers operating in complex, multi-perspective situations.

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The Power of Peers: Why Some Students Bully Others to Conform

Qualitative Health Research ◽

10.1177/1049732308325865 ◽

2008 ◽

Vol 18 (12) ◽

pp. 1704-1716 ◽

Cited By ~ 46

Author(s):

Sharyn Burns ◽

Bruce Maycock ◽

Donna Cross ◽

Graham Brown

Keyword(s):

Group Process ◽

Peer Group ◽

Research Question ◽

Psychological Theory ◽

Social Psychological ◽

Group Status ◽

School Time ◽

Individual Perceptions ◽

Interactionist Perspective ◽

Purposive Sample

Utilizing an interactionist perspective, two associated sensitizing constructs, and a combination of social psychological theory, this article reports on the influence of the peer group on individual perceptions, and its impact on initiation and persistence of bullying. The specific research question, “How does the need to conform with peers and the peer group influence the initiation and persistence of bullying others?” is investigated. Semistructured, one-on-one interviews with a purposive sample of 51 Grade 7 students (aged 12 years) were conducted during school time to investigate factors that influence students to bully others and what might help them to stop. Emerging from the theme of peer group was the need for belonging and group status, in particular social norms or the need to conform, which was influential when students described why they initiated and persisted with bullying others. The influence of labeling, the group process, and the aspiration to be like others within their group emerged as key constructs. The implications of these data for schools will be described and recommendations made.

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