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Parental Media Mediation Roles: An Examination in Terms of Parental and Child-Related Variables
No full textBu çalışmanın amacı ebeveynlerin medya aracılık rollerini ebeveynlerle (cinsiyet, yaş, eğitim durumu ve çocuk sayısı) ve çocukla ilgili değişkenler (cinsiyet ve doğum sırası) açısından incelemektir. Örneklem çocukları 60-72 ay aralığında olan ve erken çocukluk eğitimi alan 596 ebeveynden oluşmaktadır. Çalışmada tarama modeli kullanılarak nicel araştırma yöntemi benimsenmiştir. Veriler, 'Erken Çocukluk Medya Aracılık Ölçeği' ve 'Demografik Bilgi Formu' uygulanarak elde edilmiştir. Veri analizinde bağımsız örneklem t-testi ve tek yönlü varyans analizi (ANOVA) kullanılmıştır. Bulgular, tüm değişkenler arasında medya aracılık rollerinde anlamlı bir fark olduğunu ortaya koymuştur. Genç, yüksek eğitimli anneler sıklıkla kısıtlayıcı-destekleyici bir rol benimserken, ilk doğan çocuklar, daha az çocuğu olan aileler ve yüksek eğitimli anneler aktif-destekleyici bir rol sergilemektedir. Düşük eğitimli ve çok çocuklu annelerin kısıtlayıcı-sınırlayıcı bir rol sergileme olasılığı daha yüksekken, daha az çocuğu olan annelerin aktif-yorumlayıcı bir rol benimseme olasılığı daha yüksektir. Erkek çocuklarda aktif-sınırlayıcı rol baskındır. Bulgular güncel literatür ışığında tartışılmıştır.This study aimed to investigate the media mediation roles of parents in relation to parental variables (gender, age, education status and number of children) and child-related variables (gender and birth order). The sample consisted of 596 parents of preschool children. The study employed a quantitative research method using survey model. The data were obtained through the application of the 'Early Childhood Media Mediation Scale' and 'Demographic Information Form'. The data analysis involved independent samples t-test and one-way analysis of variance (ANOVA). The findings revealed a significant difference in media mediation roles across all variables. Young, highly educated mothers often adopt a restrictive-supportive role, whereas firstborn children, families that have fewer-children, and highly educated mothers exhibit an active-supportive role. Low-educated and multi-child mothers are more likely to exhibit a restrictive-limitative role, whereas mothers with fewer children are more likely to adopt an active-interpretive role. With regard to boys, the active-limitative role has prevaled. The findings have been discussed in light of the current literature
Novel quinoline derivative and Artemisia spicigera alleviates against propanil-induced toxicity: the in vitro and in vivo biological evaluation
No full textPropanil is the most widely used herbicide in the world, which posing a great threat to environmental health. A novel heterocycle featuring quinoline and anthracene linked by a triazole bridge within a single scaffold has been developed using a molecular hybridization strategy. The present study was conducted to evaluate the potential nephroprotective and hepatoprotective properties of a newly synthesized 1,2,3-triazol-quinoline derivative (TQD) and Artemisia spicigera K.Koch. in relation to SOD, CAT, GSH-Px, MDA, GSH, PCO, Co, Cu, Zn levels in the kidney and liver tissues, TSA, ?-tocopherol, cholecalciferol, retinol, and phylloquinone in the serum samples and histopathological alterations and caspase-3 expression immunohistochemically in the female rats exposed to propanil (PRP)-mediated oxidative stress. In the study, a total of fifty-six Wistar albino female rats were assigned into seven groups; control, olive oil, PRP (200 mg/kg), TQD (0.4 mg/kg), Artemisia spicigera (300 mg/kg), PRP (200 mg/kg) + A. spicigera (300 mg/kg), and PRP (200 mg/kg) + TQD (0.4 mg/kg/). According to analysis results, significantly decreased liver and kidney tissue GSH (p < 0.01, p < 0.01), CAT (p < 0.01, p < 0.01), SOD (p < 0.01, p < 0.01), Zn (p < 0.001, p < 0.01), serum retinol (p < 0.01), ?-tocopherol (p < 0.001), increased PCO (p < 0.01, p < 0.01), MDA (p < 0.001, p < 0.05), Cu (p < 0.05, p < 0.05), and Cu/Zn (p < 0.001, p < 0.001) PRP exposure in compared to control group. The results showed that the TQD and A. spicigera exhibited effective antioxidant and antihemolytic activity. This suggests that A. spicigera and TQD may reduce many of the oxidative-damaging effects of PRP toxicity and could be a good choice for protecting against the nephrotoxic, hepatotoxic, and hematotoxic adverse effects of propanil. In addition, PCO, CAT, SOD, GSH, Cu, and Cu/Zn were proposed as bioindicators of environmental contaminants for propanil-induced oxidative damage. © 2025 Elsevier B.V., All rights reserved
Synergistic reinforcement of foamed polyvinyl acetate with cellulose nanofibrils: mechanical and digital strain insights for plywood panel production
No full textThe aim of this paper was to increase the interactions between wood layers by foaming polyvinyl acetate (PVA) and, thus, to obtain plywood panels with enhanced mechanical properties. Cellulose nanofibrils (CNFs) were also added to the PVA to improve the bonding quality. Woven glass fiber fabrics were laid between the wood layers to increase the flexibility of the resulting boards. Firstly, the morphological, thermal, and structural properties of CNFs and the foamed/un-foamed PVA reinforced with CNFs, and later, the bonding strength, flexural strength, flexural modulus, and strain analysis with digital correlation analysis (DIC) that occurred under tensile stress in the panels were conducted. The scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and atomic force microscopy (AFM) images showed that the diameter of CNFs was changed from 25 nm to 35 nm. The foaming process and the adding CNFs improved the bonding strength of the plywood; however, both flexural strength and modulus generally decreased with the adding CNFs and foaming process, and the adding GF provided an improvement in the elongation in tensile and the deflection in the flexure. Digital image correlation (DIC) analysis revealed more strain distribution in the samples with foamed PVA with CNFs under mechanical loading
The relationship between the incidence of couvade syndrome and prenatal paternal attachment in prospective fathers and the affecting factors
No full textBackground Couvade Syndrome (sympathetic pregnancy) is an involuntary disorder in which the prospective father experiences unexplainable physiological and/or psychological symptoms in the transition period to parenthood. This study aimed to determine the relationship between the incidence of Couvade syndrome and prenatal paternal attachment in prospective fathers living in Turkey and the influencing factors. Methods This cross-sectional study was conducted with 486 prospective fathers by simple random method through a web-based questionnaire distributed through social media and communication platforms (Facebook, Instagram, Telegram, or WhatsApp etc.) between May and August 2023. A Participant Identification Form and the Prenatal Paternal Attachment Scale were used to collect the data. Since there is no scale that quantitatively evaluates Couvade syndrome, Couvade syndrome was evaluated on the basis of symptoms through the Personal Information Form created by reviewing the literature. Logistic regression analysis was used to determine correlations between variables and scale scores. Results It was determined that 89.3% of the participants experienced at least three of the pregnancy-related complaints (such as weight gain, nausea, vomiting, edema, leg pain) during their spouse's pregnancy. It was determined that the most frequently experienced symptoms by the prospective fathers were weight gain (59.1%), changes in sleep pattern (59.8%), increased stress (56.7%), and nausea (50.6%). The participants' mean score on Prenatal Paternal Attachment Scale was 43.98. In the study, a statistically significant difference was found between prenatal paternal attachment levels and weight gain, loss of appetite, sensitivity to smells, changes in sleep patterns, financial worries, increased stress, and experiencing food craving (p < 0.001). Among the significant predictors related with Couvade syndrome were educational status, income status, employment status, spouse's educational and employment status, parity and live births, infant's gender, and planned pregnancy status (p < 0.001). In addition, experiencing Couvade syndrome according to their spouses' pregnancy periods is also among the important predictors (p < 0.01). Conclusion In the study, it was seen that prenatal paternal attachment levels of the fathers was high. Couvade syndrome characteristics were found to affect prenatal paternal attachment levels
Afet Okuryazarlığının Psikolojik Hazır Bulunuşluğa Etkisi: Öğretmen Adayları Örneği
No full textÇalışmanın amacı öğretmen adaylarının afet okuryazarlık düzeylerini ve bu düzeyi etkileyen faktörleri araştırmaktır. Bu amaçla, öğretmen adaylarının afet okuryazarlık düzeyleri, bu düzeyi etkileyen faktörler ile psikolojik sağlamlık ve afetlere psikolojik hazırlıklı olma arasındaki ilişkiler incelenmiştir. Bu bağlamda, çalışma kesitsel tarama modelinde gerçekleştirilmiştir. Araştırmanın örnekleminde 263 gönüllü katılım gösteren öğretmen adayı yer almaktadır. Verileri toplama sürecinde Afet Okuryazarlık Ölçeği, Afet Tehdidi için Psikolojik Hazırlıklı Olma Ölçeği, Connor-Davidson Psikolojik Sağlamlık Ölçeği ve demografik bilgi formu kullanılmıştır. Verilerin analizinde bağımsız gruplar T-testi, ANOVA, korelasyon katsayıları ve regresyon yöntemi kullanılmıştır. Araştırmanın bulguları, öğretmen adaylarının %34’ünün yetersiz, %24’ünün sınırlı, %25,9’unun yeterli ve %16’sının mükemmel düzeyde afet okuryazarlığına sahip olduğunu göstermiştir. Doğal afetlere ilişkin ders veya seminer/kurs/çalıştaya katılım sağlanması okuryazarlık düzeyi üzerinde anlamlı etkilere sahiptir. Doğal afetlere psikolojik hazır bulunuşluk üzerinde psikolojik sağlamlığın ve afet okuryazarlığının önemli yordayıcılar olduğu belirlenmiştir. Sonuçlar birlikte değerlendirildiğinde, öğretmen adaylarının farkındalıklarının arttırılması ve bu konudaki teknik bilgi ve becerilerin geliştirilebilmesi için afet eğitimi gibi seçmeli derslerin müfredatta yer alması gerektiğine dikkat çekilmektedir
Anisotropic cosmology in q-deformed entropic gravity
No full textIn this work, we examine the implications of q-deformed theory on anisotropic Bianchi type- I cosmological model within the framework of Verlinde's entropic gravity. The q-deformed theory, rooted in quantum group structures, provides a natural generalization of classical particle dynamics and offers a useful framework for exploring deviations in standard cosmological models. By incorporating the principles of entropic gravity, which conceptualize gravity as an emergent entropic force, we derive the dynamical equations governing the Bianchi type-I anisotropic model influenced by q-deformation. Finally, we analyze the axisymmetric solution of Bianchi type-I model and these findings highlight the potential impact of q-deformation on the dynamics of the early universe and its subsequent evolution
Big data analytics capability and sustainability in company innovation
No full textPurposeThe purpose of this study is to examine the importance of big data analytics capability (BDAC), knowledge management (KM), corporate sustainability strategy (CSS) and sustainability design (SD) variables that affect the innovation performance (IP) of companies in the information technology (IT) sector. Taking these variables into consideration, the authors aim to highlight the key factors necessary for the sustainability and success of companies in the IT sector.Design/methodology/approachAs a result of this research, a model was developed and a quantitative analysis technique was adopted. By applying PLS- structural equation modeling, the data were analyzed in the SmartPLS 4.0 program and focused on the population of companies in the IT sector. Middle and senior managers working in these companies were reached. The main reason for choosing this sector is that the variables in the research model are very important in the IT sector.FindingsThe analysis results are supported by the hypotheses that BDAC, information management, CSS and SD have positive effects on the IP of companies in the IT sector.Research limitations/implicationsIn terms of research limitations, data was collected by survey method from companies operating in the IT sector in Istanbul, ensuring that participation was voluntary. Because Istanbul is the most developed city in Turkey, and hence where IT companies are located, the sample population consists of companies in this city. It is recommended that future research should develop the research model, taking this limited situation into account and contributing to the literature by collecting data from companies in different sectors by using the comparison method.Practical implicationsTo benefit from the potential of big data, it can be predicted that companies in the IT sector should strengthen their infrastructure, increase their performance by better managing their knowledge and experience, realize innovations by achieving sustainability goals and create an environmentally friendly image by increasing the sustainability of their products/services and thus become a company that gains an innovative competitive advantage. Considering these variables collectively can help companies in the IT sector to be more efficient and sustainable.Social implicationsBecause the studies in the literature do not have sufficient empirical findings in examining the relationships between variables, companies are offered a limited perspective on how they should approach big data initiatives. Therefore, in addition to research conducted in different sectors and different types of companies, examining the impact of BDAC as independent variables and sustainability and KM as mediator variables in companies in the IT sector will contribute to the theory.Originality/valueThere are many studies examining the relationship between BDAC and information management. However, examining the mediation variable effect of sustainability, which is one of the three goals of businesses, together with these variables, is important in terms of contributing to the literature. Because we are in the age of digitalization, companies are now renewing and developing strategies for the future. We can see data science, innovation, information and sustainability as the most important concepts of these strategies. Therefore, this study uses original research that can be referenced for both academics and companies
Modulated lacunary statistical convergence of order ? in octonion-valued metric spaces
No full textThe primary aim of this paper is to explore novel concepts of convergence and summability for sequences of numbers within the framework of octonion-valued metric spaces, drawing inspiration from modulus functions. Specifically, the study focuses on f-lacunary statistical convergence of order gamma and strong f-lacunary summability of order gamma for sequences of numbers. These innovative concepts are supported by several fundamental theorems, properties, and interrelations
Examining of teachers' acceptance of generative artificial intelligence applications
No full textGünümüz eğitiminde, yapay zekâ teknolojilerinin kullanımı giderek yaygınlaşmaktadır. Bu kapsamda, öğretmenlerin üretken yapay zekâ uygulamalarını ne derece benimsedikleri ve bu uygulamaların eğitim ortamlarında nasıl değerlendirildiği önemli bir araştırma alanı oluşturmaktadır. Bu tez, öğretmenlerin bu yeni teknolojilere yönelik kabullerini anlamak, ayrıca bu kabullerini incelemek amacıyla tasarlanmıştır. Bu çalışma, öğretmenlerin üretken yapay zekâ uygulamalarını kabulünü geniş bir perspektifte ele alacaktır. Konu kapsamında öne çıkan bazı temel unsurlar şunlardır: • Eğitim alanındaki yapay zekâ uygulamaları, özellikle üretken uygulamaların tanımı ve çeşitli alanlardaki kullanım örnekleri üzerine odaklanacaktır. Öğretim materyali oluşturma, öğrenci performansı değerlendirme ve öğrenme yönetimi sistemleri gibi alanlarda yapay zekânın nasıl kullanılabileceği incelenecektir. • Öğretmenlerin yeni teknolojilere yönelik kabulleri ve bu kabullerin belirlenmesinde etkili olan faktörler üzerine tarama modeli uygulanacaktır. Öğretmenlerin Yapay Zekâ Kullanım Deneyimleri: • Araştırma, öğretmenlerin yapay zekâ uygulamalarını ne kadar sıklıkla kullandıklarını, bu uygulamalardan elde ettikleri deneyimleri ve geri bildirimleri inceleyecektir. Bu kapsamda, öğretmenlere yapılan üretken yapay zekâ kabul ölçeği aracılığıyla elde edilen veriler analiz edilecektir. İnceleme ve Eğitim Ortamlarındaki Etkileri: • Araştırma, öğretmenlerin yapay zekâ uygulamalarını ne ölçüde kabul ettiklerini ve bu kabulün eğitim ortamlarındaki etkilerini inceleyecektir. Özellikle, öğrenci başarısı, öğrenci motivasyonu, öğretim süreçleri ve öğrenci-öğretmen etkileşimi üzerindeki etkileri değerlendirilecektir. Eğitmenlerin üretken yapay zekâ uygulamalarını kullanma kabullerini anlamak ve bu kabullerin eğitim ortamlarındaki etkilerini değerlendirmek konusunda önemli bir katkı sağlayacaktır. Elde edilen bulgular, öğretmenlerin, eğitim politika yapıcılarının ve teknoloji geliştiricilerinin, yapay zekâ teknolojilerini eğitim süreçlerine daha etkili bir şekilde entegre etmelerine yardımcı olabilir. Bu tez, eğitim alanındaki yapay zekâ kullanımının daha iyi anlaşılmasına ve eğitim sistemlerinin daha verimli hale getirilmesine katkıda bulunmayı amaçlamaktadır.In today's education, the use of artificial intelligence technologies is becoming increasingly widespread. In this context, the extent to which teachers adopt generative artificial intelligence applications and how these applications are evaluated in educational environments constitute an important research area. This thesis is designed to understand teachers' acceptance of these new technologies and also to evaluate the effects of these acceptances in educational environments. This study will address teachers' acceptance of generative artificial intelligence applications from a broad perspective. Some of the main elements that stand out within the scope of the subject are as follows: • Artificial intelligence applications in the field of education will focus on the definition of generative applications in particular and examples of use in various fields. How artificial intelligence can be used in areas such as creating teaching materials, student performance evaluation and learning management systems will be examined. • A screening model will be applied to teachers' acceptance of new technologies and the factors that are effective in determining these acceptances. Teachers' Artificial Intelligence Usage Experiences: • The research will examine how often teachers use artificial intelligence applications, their experiences and feedback from these applications. In this context, the data obtained through the generative artificial intelligence acceptance scale applied to teachers will be analyzed. Evaluation and Effects on Educational Environments: • The research will examine the extent to which teachers accept artificial intelligence applications and the effects of this acceptance in educational environments. In particular, the effects on student achievement, student motivation, teaching processes and student-teacher interaction will be evaluated. It will make a significant contribution to understanding educators' acceptance of using generative artificial intelligence applications and evaluating the effects of these acceptances in educational environments. The findings obtained can help teachers, educational policy makers and technology developers integrate artificial intelligence technologies into educational processes more effectively. This thesis aims to contribute to a better understanding of the use of artificial intelligence in education and to making educational systems more efficient
Online Therapy in Turkey during the Covid-19 Pandemic: Examining the Experiences of Psychotherapists
No full textThe Covid-19 pandemic affected many people worldwide, causing limited in-person interactions and restricted mobility. For, mental health professionals, this entailed replacing face-to-face therapy sessions with online settings. Although many studies have claimed that such online mental health services are effective, it was a new method in Turkey. Thus, this study examines psychotherapists’ experiences while providing online therapy during the pandemic. Drawing on the phenomenological method, data were gathered through semi-structured interviews with 14 Turkish psychotherapists. Thematic analysis was employed to analyze the data. Three themes were identified: “technology,” “therapy process,” and “ethical issues.” The findings indicate that the therapists had difficulties preserving clients'’ confidentiality during online sessions and emphasized that a lack of training and supervision in online therapy contributed to ethical issues. Additionally, technical problems, including unstable internet connections, made it difficult to establish effective therapeutic relationships. The findings can help raise clinicians’ awareness of the potential risks of online therapy and suggest precautions for a better service. Psychotherapists in Turkey should also acquire internet-based intervention skills to enhance their confidence and online therapeutic competence. © 2025 Elsevier B.V., All rights reserved