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Are we witnessing the (dis)appearance of intellectual wisdom through digital spaces?
No full textItem is not available in this repository.https://www.lse.ac.uk/contemporary-turkish-studies/past-events/2024-25/20241129/worksho
Rupture, loneliness and education: Experiences of refugee and asylum-seeking people
Get PDFFrom Crossref journal articles via Jisc Publications RouterHistory: epub 2024-09-03, issued 2024-09-03Publication status: PublishedOlivia Sagan - ORCID: 0000-0001-6128-8499
https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6128-8499Gianluca Palombo - ORCID: 0009-0009-5812-937X
https://orcid.org/0009-0009-5812-937XThis paper explores the intrinsic links between rupture, loneliness, resilience and agency within the experiences of refugee and asylum-seeking people, drawing on a wider study conducted in Scotland during the COVID-19 lockdowns in 2020 and 2021. The paper then posits education, in its diverse forms, as a potential anchor, providing a sense of structure, belonging and purpose, thus serving as a bulwark against the negative impacts of rupture and loneliness. The findings presented here are based on 51 semi-structured interviews with people at different stages of the asylum process or with refugee status, offering insights into how educational experiences, both formal and informal, can act as a crucial support system during times of uncertainty and crisis. This exploration contributes to a deeper understanding of the challenges faced by refugee and asylum-seeking people, and the potential of education to foster resilience and integration within host communities.aheadofprintaheadofprin
Editorial: Exploring the links between social connections, care and integration
Get PDFMarcia Vera Espinoza - ORCID: 0000-0001-6238-7683
https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6238-7683Arek Dakessian - ORCID: 0000-0001-7792-6862
https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7792-6862https://doi.org/10.3389/fhumd.2024.15018976pubpu
But is it professional? Pairing creative practice and thematic analysis to illustrate organisational culture
No full textItem is not available in this repository.https://policy.bristoluniversitypress.co.uk/the-handbook-of-creative-data-analysispubpu
“Barriers to mental health services: A Narrative Review of Obstacles to Care Access Amongst Syrian Asylum Seekers and Refugees Residing in Türkiye”
No full textThe ongoing Syrian civil war has precipitated a massive forced displacement, with Türkiye hosting approximately 3.76 million Syrian asylum seekers (UNHCR, 2023). Despite the high prevalence of mental health conditions among this population, significant gaps remain in understanding the obstacles they face in accessing essential mental health services. This dissertation presents a narrative review synthesizing existing research on the barriers to mental health care access for Syrian asylum seekers in Türkiye.
Utilizing the Inter-Agency Standing Committee (IASC) pyramid framework, this study examines the multi-layered factors influencing mental health service accessibility and utilization. The review explores socio-cultural, economic, and political barriers, as well as systemic challenges within the Turkish healthcare system that impact service provision for this vulnerable population.
A comprehensive literature search was conducted across multiple databases, focusing on studies published between 2014 and 2024. The narrative synthesis highlights key themes in access barriers, including cultural beliefs and stigma, language barriers, lack of awareness about available services, financial constraints, and policy-related challenges.
The findings of this review contribute to a deeper understanding of the complex interplay of factors affecting mental health care access for Syrian population in Türkiye. By elucidating these barriers, this study aims to inform policy makers, healthcare providers, and humanitarian organizations in developing more effective, culturally sensitive, and accessible mental health interventions for this population.
This research underscores the need for innovative approaches to mental health service delivery, such as community-based interventions and cross-sector partnerships, to enhance the reach and impact of psychological support for Syrian asylum seekers in Türkiye. The insights gained from this review can guide future initiatives aimed at improving mental health outcomes and overall well-being for this displaced population
IMPACT OF BOKO HARAM INSURGENCY ON CHILDHOOD MALNUTRITION IN NORTH-EAST NIGERIA
No full textThe Boko Haram insurgency has greatly impacted Northern Nigeria negatively, with children suffering a significant amount of health burden as a result, especially in terms of nutrition. Available evidence suggests that malnutrition is a major factor responsible for childhood morbidity and mortality.
This dissertation critically explores the link between the Boko Haram insurgency and childhood malnutrition in Northeast Nigeria by thoroughly reviewing existing works of literature and analyzing thematically the prevalence of childhood malnutrition in Northeast Nigeria, the pathway between the Boko Haram insurgency and childhood malnutrition, and providing recommendations to curb the identified challenges.
Findings confirm that there is a high prevalence of childhood malnutrition in Northeast Nigeria, and the prevalence is higher when compared to other parts of the country. Also, the presence of the Boko Haram conflict, the proximity, and the duration of the experience of conflicts were found to increase the chances of childhood malnutrition. Furthermore, the poor nutritional outcome of the children was closely linked to the disruption of agriculture, illiteracy and low health awareness, displacement, loss of livelihoods, and the destabilization of the health system, which are all consequences of the Boko Haram-caused insecurity.
Maternal education, empowerment, and prioritization of children in nutritional interventions are among the recommended comprehensive approaches to solving the challenge. More importantly, a permanent end to the insurgency and improved governance are long-term solutions that could bring a substantial overall reduction of malnutrition of children in Northeast Nigeria
FACTORS PERPETUATING EARLY MARRIAGE IN NORTHWEST NIGERIA DESPITE PREVENTIVE MEASURES
No full textBackground: Child marriage (CM) is a widespread issue in Nigeria, particularly in North-West Nigeria, where 68% of girls were married before their 18th birthday, socio-cultural influences intersect with legal complexity. CM frequently results in maternal mortality and morbidity, edu-cation disruption, poverty, and gender-based violence, with these negative consequences disproportionately impacting girls. Using ecological system theory and a feminist framework, this desk study examined environmental factors contributing to the perpetuation of child mar-riage despite interventions to prevent it.
Methods: This desk study analysed 20 academic and grey literature, including peer-reviewed academic studies, organization reports and articles. Data were sourced from databases like Medline, CINAHL, ERIC, ProQuest central, PUBMED, and Google Scholar, grey literature from organizations like UNICEF and Girls Not Brides spanning national and global contexts forms the backbone of this research.
Results: The study found that socio-economic factors like limited formal education, poor eco-nomic status, rural living, religious and cultural beliefs, gender inequalities, and inadequate enforcement of child marriage laws are key drivers of its continuation. Barriers to intervention effectiveness include duration, cultural and religious complexities.
Conclusion: This research emphasises the critical need for targeted measures to combat child marriage in North-West Nigeria. Key recommendations include establishing legislation that improve girls' access to school, empowering girls through economic opportunities, and engaging religious and community leaders in advocacy activities. Further research is needed to determine the efficacy of comprehensive interventions that address the socio-cultural mechanisms that perpetuate child marriage while prioritising the holistic well-being of girls
Socio-demographic Determinants of Malaria Prevention Practices among Households in Nigeria.
No full textMalaria remains public health issue that impedes the progress and development of countries where it is prevalent, such as Nigeria. The prevalence of malaria remains extremely high, particularly in pregnant women and children under five, despite the adoption of select malaria preventive measures, including the use of insecticide-treated nets (ITNs), indoor residual spraying (IRS), and intermittent preventive treatment in pregnancy (IPTp). This study examined the sociodemographic characteristics that influence the implementation of insecticide-treated nets by Nigerian families as a malaria prevention measure. This investigation sampled 13,727 households, of which 53% (7272) had at least one insecticide-treated net, using the Nigeria Malaria Indicator Survey (NMIS) for 2021 as the data source. The logistic regression analysis revealed a statistically significant correlation between the wealth quintiles, place of residence, region, and household characteristics of a household and its ITN ownership. ITN ownership odds were higher in households in rural regions (OR = 1.21, 95% CI: 1.13 – 1.3), among poorer households (OR = 1.14; 95% CI: 1.01 – 1.29), and among Northwest region households (OR = 2.97, 95% CI: 2.64 – 3.35). Larger family sizes, the presence of expectant women in the home, and the sex of the chief of the household were additional factors that determined ITN ownership. The report included specific recommendations on how to increase families' access to ITNs in Nigeria's metropolitan and southern regions
The Contribution of Unsafe Abortion to Mortality and Morbidity in Nigeria: A Narrative Review
No full textIntroduction: Unsafe abortion is a cause of maternal mortality and a leading cause of morbidity among women of reproductive age between the ages of 15 to 49 years. Between 2015 and 2019, an estimated 73.3 million abortions are anticipated to be performed annually, with roughly 8 million of those cases taking place in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). Unsafe abortion practices play a significant role in Nigeria's high maternal mortality rate of 800 deaths per 100,000 live births. In Nigeria, abortion is only legalised in situations where a mother's life is in danger, such as incest or rape.
Objective: This research aimed to identify the complications and maternal mortality associated with unsafe abortion and make recommendations for policy change.
Methods: Several databases were used, and the Prisma guidelines for narrative reviews were followed, to conduct a narrative literature review. Among the databases were CNAHL and Med-line. Twenty studies in total were chosen for this study based on the inclusion and exclusion criteria. This research used the human rights framework and feminism theory and a lens to understanding the impact of abortion restrictions on women in Nigeria.
Findings: Unsafe abortion leads to maternal mortality in Nigeria and about 8 patients in our study had maternal deaths. Complications from unsafe abortion included bleeding, infection, peritonitis, incomplete abortion, and infertility. The most frequent complications, according to the data, were incomplete abortion (30.3%), sepsis (27.17%), and haemorrhage (20.27%). Maternal deaths were 2.3%. Recommendation: There is a need for policy change in Nigeria due to unsafe abortion related complications and mortality. Abortion should also be allowed following mental, social and economic reasons and also on a woman’s request.
Conclusion: There is substantial evidence that unsafe abortion leads to maternal mortality and complications, hence there is a need for policy reform on unsafe abortion
Enhanced LDA with SVM and Ensemble Learning for Advanced ADL Classification Using Smartwatch Data
No full textFrom Crossref proceedings articles via Jisc Publications RouterHistory: ppub 2024-08-28, issued 2024-08-28Publication status: PublishedItem is not available in this repository.The demographic shift towards an older population introduces significant challenges for healthcare, necessitating advancements in predictive, dynamic care models. Central to this transformation are Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) and Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADLs), which are crucial for evaluating an individual's functional status. This study leverages Machine Learning (ML) with smartwatch technology for continuous, non-intrusive monitoring of ADLs /IADLs. By integrating Support Vector Machine (SVM) and Ensemble Learning (EL) with enhanced Linear Discriminant Analysis (LDA), we aim to accurately classify a broad spectrum of daily activities. Data from 30 participants, captured through a smartwatch, underwent analysis to assess these methodologies' efficacy in real-life applications. Results indicate that LDA enhanced classification accuracy, with EL models demonstrating superior performance in recognizing complex activities—achieving over 90% accuracy. The study also examines the hardware performance of these models, noting variations in RAM usage, inference times, CPU usage, and network sizes. EL models, especially when coupled with LDA, offer an optimal balance between computational demands and classification precision. This investigation underlines the potential of integrating sophisticated data processing techniques with wearable technologies for health monitoring, presenting a viable approach to overcoming real-life deployment challenges and advancing personalized healthcare for the aging demographic.pubpu
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