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Showing 1 to 20 of 68 for “"Social Distancing"”.
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MAKING UP URBAN SPACE. A COMPARATIVE ETHNOGRAPHY OF SOCIAL DISTANCING ON PUBLIC TRANSPORT
While social distancing has emerged as a global strategy in addressing the COVID-19 pandemic, its relevance in social science, particularly as a category for the study of everyday life, remains a subject of debate. This research, relying on the complementary aspects of interactionist studies, …
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The Efficacy of the Protection Motivation Theory in Predicting Cruise Ship Passengers' Intentions Regarding Norovirus Disease Incidence
… vaccination available; however, handwashing and social distancing can have significant impact upon the course of an outbreak. The respondents of this study completed a scenario-based questionnaire regarding norovirus disease incidence in response to a simulated outbreak while at sea. The results …
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Risky Business: Millennials’ Protection Motivation Factors for Norovirus Outbreaks on College Campuses
… Coping Appraisals, Handwashing Intentions, and Social Distancing Intentions) were re-validated through EFA and CFA. The subsequent structure model demonstrated perceived susceptibility to a hNoV infection on a college campus significantly and positively impacted millennials intentions to wash …
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The Influence of Subtle and Blatant Prejudice on Group Identity
Recent research on social distancing and intergroup relations focuses on the black sheep effect—the notion that individuals will distance themselves from deviant group members—and out-group discrimination (Johns et al., 2005), but does not examine the relationship between the black sheep effect and …
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Essays in Experimental Economics
… first COVID-19 lockdown. The experiment studies social distancing using a repeated game where subjects interact in groups of 5 on a fixed network. We find that both the network position and the disease contagiousness matter for social distancing. Furthermore, fines for non-adherence to social …
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Investigating the Effectiveness of Supermarket Transmission Control Measures on the Spread of COVID-19 in the Presence of Super-Spreaders through Agent-Based Modelling
… include: Vaccinations, Capacity Limiting, Social Distancing, Staff COVID-19 Testing, and the use of Sanitizers. Results indicate high levels of effectiveness for the use of Vaccinations at reducing transmission with minimal impact on customer dynamics. The results also highlight the …
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Modeling and responding to pandemic influenza : importance of population distributional attributes and non-pharmaceutical interventions
… strategies such as travel restrictions, social distancing and improved hygiene. In addition, as we witnessed with the SARS outbreak in 2003, human behavior is likely to change during the course of a pandemic. We propose several different novel approaches to incorporating reactive social …
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The Effect of Gender and Veteran Status on the Level of Perceived Stigma Surrounding PTSD
… of stigma explored include public stigma, social distancing, self-stigma and gender role conflict. Research indicates that PTSD is detrimental to both males and female veterans and civilians. In general, research suggests that males are more stigmatized than females and less likely to seek …
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Essays On Health Economics
… health and investigates the mediation effect of social network in the relationship between retirement and health. Findings reveal that retirement adversely impacts physical and mental health outcomes and a considerable portion of these effects are explained by social network changes …
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Exploring therapeutic bias towards adolescent non-offending minor attracted people using a mixed methods approach: "We experience fear too!”
… MAPs, resulting in stigmatisation and societal distancing. Non-Offending MAPs are sexually attracted to children but suppress their attraction. Due to societal stigma, Non-Offending MAPs often struggle to seek or receive therapy, which in a professional context may manifest as therapeutic bias. …
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ICE-MILK: Intelligent Crowd Engineering using Machine-based Internet of Things Learning and Knowledge Building
… of occlusions, mobility and contact tracing, and distancing. In this dissertation, we propose an Intelligent Crowd Engineering platform using Machine-based Internet of Things Learning, and Knowledge Building approaches (ICE-MILK) to enhance the accuracy, scalability, and crowd safety management …
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Labelling people as having personality disorder: Effects upon the attributions and intended behaviours of student mental health nurses.
… were shown two videos of a male: one of prosocial behaviour, the other of antisocial behaviour. After each video they completed three questionnaires measuring attributions, emotional reactions and intended behaviours. A correlational design was used to assess associations between …
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Three essays on the economics of health insurance change, COVID and trust, and suicide with application to South Korea
… and third essays each examines the role of both social capital and human capital in mitigating different health related outcomes. The first chapter considers the response of healthcare utilization of those who experience changes in price schedule when they are newly classified as National Health …
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Agency and community evaluations of WHWF's 2019 "Changing our forecast" report on the status of women and children in Spokane County
… adapted in response to state government-mandated social distancing measures as a consequence of the COVID-19 pandemic. Results of the interviews and surveys include agency and community feedback, both positive and negative, about the report and provide directions for future research.</p>
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Connections during times of change: the interplay between gratitude communication, well-being and resilience
… However, due to continuous changes, lockdowns, social distancing, mask mandates and more, people have found other ways to stay connected in lieu of face to face communication. This study aims to understand better how people are moving forward during these challenging, ever-changing times. Using …
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A pilot study to explore healthcare professionals’ perception of using a web-based reminiscence therapy to support dementia care during the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond
… reducing BPSD, and. feasibility during COVID-19 social distancing. Conclusion: The knowledge generated from this study will guide the future application of WBRT to support dementia care in diverse healthcare settings.
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Developments in Complex Systems Science with Applications to Political Systems and Pandemic Response
… hold for many complex physical, biological, and social systems. Complex systems science clarifies when and why such assumptions fail and provides alternative frameworks for understanding the properties of complex systems. We review some of the basic principles of complex systems science and …
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SARS-COV-2 DISSEMINATION USING UNITED STATES COUNTY ADJACENCIES
… potential population control measures such as social distancing and quarantine. By analyzing the United States’ county network structure, one can model and interdict potential higher infection areas. County officials can provide targeted information, preparedness training, and increased testing …
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Where Virtual Well-Being Becomes Reality
… spread of COVID-19, specifically quarantine and social distancing protocols, have exposed a troubling paradox: mandated isolation meant to save lives has inadvertently contributed to a decline in America’s well-being. Prolonged isolation due to more remote work and decentralized workplaces has …
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An Analysis of the Factors Affecting Attitudes toward Drone Delivery and the Moderating Effect of COVID-19
… to address the COVID-19 pandemic has led to social distancing and shelter-in-place guidelines. Many states have imposed additional regulations, restricting retailers from offering in-store shopping and restaurants from offering indoor dining. As a result, the use of delivery services has …
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