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Prevalence and predictors of occupational burnout among first-year medical residents in Oman: the role of trait emotional intelligence
Full text linkPrevious research has focused on the significance of occupational burnout and the role of emotional intelligence and poor coping abilities among physicians.
Our study aimed to assess the prevalence of occupational burnout among first-year medical residents in Oman, exploring the relationship between trait emotional intelligence subscales and the three dimensions of burnout syndrome, and examining the association between sociodemographic covariates and the three dimensions of burnout syndrome.
The outcome measures included various indices of the abbreviated Maslach Burnout Inventory. The Trait Emotional Intelligence Questionnaire (TEI) and its subscales were examined.
The data showed a high burnout rate of 25.8%. Specifically, among the residents, 57.5% reported high levels of emotional exhaustion, 50.8% reported high depersonalisation and 49.2% reported a low sense of personal achievement. Age was significantly associated with depersonalisation (P < 0.003) and personal achievement (P < 0.0001). Marital status was the only variable significantly associated with emotional exhaustion (P = 0.001). Single residents had considerably lower emotional exhaustion than married residents (P = 0.001). The global mean score for the TEI was 4.77 (±0.64). A statistically significant relationship was found between personal achievement and emotional intelligence (r = 0.203, P = 0.026)
Participation to Alberi Festival as both organiser and artist running workshops
No full textAlberi Festival is the first architecture festival dedicated to trees, built around the idea that trees can be a model and a tool through which to investigate, design, and reorganize the contemporary city. Divided into four thematic areas (Knowing how to see trees, The metamorphoses of trees, The city of trees, Designing with trees), it offers keynote lectures, exhibitions with archival materials, multimedia installations, itineraries and guided tours, workshops for children and adults—all hosted in a series of pavilions, old industrial spaces, and public areas of the Villaggio Artigiano, which are transformed during the Festival week into a prototype of a "green village."
Alberi Festival is a project of the Municipality of Modena, created in collaboration with the Foundation Archivio Leonardi of which I am the vice-president. Partners include University of Modena e Reggio Emilia, Regional government of Emilia-Romagna and supported by Direzione Generale Creatività Contemporanea of Ministero della Cultura (Ministry of Culture of Italy)
Alberi Festival has run from 7th to 13th April and has seen a large influx of visitors, offering to a wide public talks workshops and exhibitions. Visitors have come from various part of Italy and even from abroad. Alberi Festival also had a partnership with Karlsruhe City of Media Arts.
I participate to Alberi Festival as both an organizer and an artist. I have participated in the planning, and I run the social media communication of the festival, and I will be also supporting the running of the events and supervision of the pavilion Casa-Studio Leonardi (Home-studio Leonardi, which is the headquarters of Foundation Archivio Leonardi, is one of the 4 pavilions of the festival).
Furthermore, I take part as artist, and I run 2 public facing Anthotype workshops; for these workshops I have produced a set of artifacts, a series of new anthotype prints that are a re-interpretation of the drawing published in the book “Architecture of Trees” by Leonardi-Stagi.
Alberi Festival http://www.alberifestival.it
Alberi Festival – organisers and partners https://www.alberifestival.it/about/
Fondazione Archivio Leonardi http://www.archivioleonardi.i
Hidden community interlayer spillover detection in financial multilayer networks: generalization of hierarchical clustering to multilayer networks
Full text linkInterdependent networks structurally influence each other so that the source network imposes hidden community structures into the target network. We propose a mathematical model so that when introducing an interlayer similarity function we generalize hierarchical clustering approaches for multilayer networks. The proposed methodology shows how a "source" network influences the "target" network via structural spillovers that are hidden and are not detectable by conventional community detection methods. The methodology reveals evidence that hidden interlayer interactions consequently generate hidden links on the target network. These hidden links construct hidden community structures on the target network (imposed from the source network) that are distinct from the community structures of the solo target network (without the presence of the source network). This model applies to systems with hidden interlayer interactions, such as, e.g., covert criminal groups, inter-platform social network interactions, scientific research groups, and financial markets. Financial markets are well known for complicated endogenous and exogenous, but often hidden, not to say the least, asymmetric layer interactions. We implement our model on multilayer financial networks: in particular, we find that trading value logarithmic changes (source) impose hidden community structures on the price return network (target). The main finding is that adding another relevant layer, such as the trading value layer, adds more information to systemic behaviors throughout the price return network. Dismissing it may yield less systemic information and underestimation of systemic risk because the footprint of some structures on the target network originated from another layer and is not detectable by singling out the target layer. As an empirical application, we exploit the methodology to define another perspective on portfolio diversification
Being religious or spiritual on therapeutic training courses in the UK: a nationwide survey
Full text linkBackground:
There is limited research in the UK exploring how counsellors/psychotherapists who identify as religious/spiritual experience undergoing therapeutic training. Existing research is primarily based on small‐scale qualitative studies.
Aims:
This paper outlines findings from an online survey that collected data on how trainee and newly qualified counsellors/psychotherapists, who identified as religious/spiritual, experienced training as a therapist within the UK.
Method:
The survey gathered information on 118 participants’ motivations for training as therapists; their experience of applying for training; any conflicts or synergies experienced between their religious/spiritual worldviews and therapeutic theory and practice; and their experiences of speaking with peers, tutors, supervisors and therapists about their religion/spirituality. Data was analysed using descriptive statistics and content thematic analysis.
Results:
Most participants reported that their religion/spirituality impacted their choice to train as a counsellor/psychotherapist, and almost half their choice of modality. Participants spoke infrequently about their religion/spirituality during the application process and on their training course. If they spoke about their religion/spirituality this was mainly with peers and personal therapists rather than tutors and supervisors. Most participants did not experience conflict between their religious/spiritual beliefs and their training, but 25% did report some form of conflict, and 40% that their religion or spirituality had changed as a result of their training.
Conclusions:
This survey utilised a non‐randomised sample and the findings cannot be generalised to a larger trainee population. Most participants identified as White/White British and heterosexual and were, or had been, training on an integrative or person‐centred training course
The effect of referential and emotional information on novel word learning: an fNIRS study
No full textThe current study utilized functional near-infrared spectroscopy to examine the neural mechanisms underlying the effect of referential and emotional information on novel word learning. After learning the meaning of novel words in different sentences, participants were asked to complete a semantic consistency judgment task and a source judgment task. The behavioral data and neural data were recorded simultaneously. The results showed that: (1) referential information affected the novel word learning; (2) the interaction between referential and emotional information was significant; (3) these effects were associated with neural activities in the frontal and temporal lobe, mainly in the activation of the dorsolateral prefrontal cortex, the inferior frontal gyrus, the middle temporal gyrus, the superior temporal gyrus, and the premotor and supplementary motor cortex. The findings suggested that self-referential information could promote the novel word learning. Notably, referential and emotional information jointly affected the novel word learning in the frontal and temporal lobe, indicating the integrative contributions of both referential and emotional information to novel word learning
Trans and non-binary people’s experience of their sexualities and relationships alongside their gender
No full textHistorically, research on sexualities has been fragmented, examining aspects like sexual orientation, sexual health, risk behaviours, sexual acts, and pleasure in isolation, leading to varied methodologies and outcomes. Additionally, research on trans and non-binary (TNB) sexualities had pathologized these populations (e.g., HIV prevention). This chapters conceptualises sexualities as a complex phenomenon, encompassing relationships, sexual behaviours, and desires, amongst others. Starting from a post-humanist ontological framework, this qualitative study employed Narrative Inquiry and art-based methods to explore how TNB sexualities evolve alongside gender. Findings revealed how TNB sexualities were relational, either these being relationships between people (e.g., past and current), or relationships participants had with the wider context (e.g., society’s norms, cultural narratives). These aspects seemed to have influenced participants’ behaviours and preferences in non-hierarchical unpredictable ways. Additionally, spatial realities (e.g., online, in person) appeared to be another element, which also affected how participants engaged in relationships. Implications and recommendations for future research and clinical practice are outlined. Future research could consider collecting information regarding relationships longitudinally. Additionally, diversifying sample groups and considering both rural and urban settings could facilitate understanding TNB experiences of their sexualities across different geographic areas. In terms of clinical practice, practitioners are invited in considering adopting a broader perspective with TNB populations (e.g., thinking beyond the therapeutic room, providing advocacy, fostering links within one’s community). Additionally, gender clinics could consider offering couples/relationship therapy as a therapeutic option
Adaptive learning and gamification: physical assessment tool for students with learning disabilities
Full text linkThe integration of adaptive learning and AI gamification has opened new possibilities for personalized education, particularly for students with severe learning difficulties (SLD) and profound and multiple learning disabilities (PMLD). Despite these advancements, there is a significant lack of tools capable of dynamically measuring and adaptively challenging students' physical response times, which are critical for motor skill development and engagement. This study investigates the impact of rule based adaptive difficulty in a "Whac-a-Mole" game on physical response metrics, specifically reaction time and hit consistency. By utilizing AI algorithms, the system dynamically adjusts task difficulty based on individual performance, ensuring an optimal balance of challenge and ability. Additionally, the research aims to establish baseline physical response data for each student with SLD and PMLD to better identify milestones, track progress, and support individualized learning goals. Preliminary findings suggest that the adaptive approach enhances engagement, improves response time consistency, and provides valuable data for educators and therapists to monitor physical and cognitive development. This study contributes to the development of dynamic, data-driven tools that foster measurable progress in physical response skills within adaptive educational settings
High-risk neuroblastoma stage 4 (NBS4): multi-target inhibitors for c-Src kinases (Csk) and retinoic acid (RA) signalling pathways
Full text linkAim: This paper investigates two possible treatment targets for neuroblastoma (NB) stage 4 (NBS4), c-Src kinase (Csk) and retinoic acid (RA) signalling pathways as potential candidates for a multi-target drug. Research has demonstrated that many cancer cells overexpress and/or hyperactivate c-Src, a tyrosine that is a member of the Src-family kinases. In the case of NBS4, there are indications that successful inhibition of c-Src could inhibit disease progression. Research into the altered signalling of RA, which preserves the differentiated state of adult neurons, neural stem cells, and NB cells (SH-SY5Y), is also investigated as a potential multi-target drug. Methods: Using computer-aided technology, including OpenEye Scientific suite, Molegro Virtual docking, Samson suite, and Discovery Studio Visualiser, the results revealed that the receptors for both targets, Csk and RA, share similar amino acid sequencing that ranges from 80–100%, offering the possibility of further testing for multi-target drug use. Work was done to explore possible synthesis routes for each of the four compounds using the retrosynthesis program Spaya. Predictive toxicology was done using the Toxicity Estimation Software Tool (T.E.S.T.). Results: Four compounds (inhibitors) targeting the Csk tyrosine kinase and RA pathways were identified as potential inhibitors. Conclusions: Currently, no effective therapeutic agents for NBS4 exist. Immunotherapy which has proven effective in treating various cancers, is currently used to treat NBS4 and has a 40% to 50% survival rate. This paper investigates two possible treatment targets for NBS4, Csk and RA signalling pathways as possible candidates for a multi-target drug. Four potential inhibitors have been identified
Investigating energy requirements and nutritional status in haemodialysis patients via indirect calorimetry–are current predictive equations reliable?
No full textUp to 54% of haemodialysis (HD) patients are malnourished. Adequate nutrition requires a correct determination of resting energy expenditure (REE). This audit evaluates the use of the indirect calorimetry (IC) as part of routine dietetic care for HD patients. Ten HD patients had REE measured (mREE) before and after HD using IC. Predicted REE from Parenteral & Enteral Nutrition Specialist Group (PENG) equations (dry weight [DW]: 24 kcal/kg, fat-free mass (FFM): 35 kcal/kg) were compared. mREE closely matched PENG DW predictions [1812±386 vs 1992±729 kcal/day, (mean±SD), p=0.6983], but significantly differed from PENG FFM prediction (1446±462 kcal/day, p=0.0090). Four mREEs matched PENG DW predictions (90–110% adequacy), only two mREEs matched PENG FFM predictions. Bland-Altman analysis showed wide limits of agreement. No REE difference was observed pre-HD (1798±420 kcal/day) and post-HD (1825±367 kcal/day, p=0.6274). IC is a practical tool for assessing REE in HD patients. PENG DW equation better predicted REE than FFM equation
Applicability of Kapferer’s brand identity prism to SMEs
Full text linkThis commentary article explores the applicability of Jean-Noël Kapferer’s Brand Identity Prism (BIP) to Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs), addressing both the challenges and adaptation strategies. While the BIP offers a strong framework for developing brand identity, SMEs often face obstacles in benefiting from it mainly due to resource constraints, expertise limitations, and market volatility. However, by adopting phased implementation, embracing co-creation and collaboration, leveraging digital tools, and conducting continuous monitoring, SMEs can adapt the framework to suit their specific needs and circumstances. This commentary bridges the gap between theory and practice, offering actionable insights for SME managers and encouraging marketing scholars to refine branding models to better suit the needs of smaller enterprises