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110 articles for “RELIGIOUS STUDIES”
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Perception of Islamic Scholars towards Polio Vaccination in Northern Nigeria
Abstract: Poliomyelitis, commonly known as polio, is a highly infectious disease that can lead to permanent paralysis and, in severe cases, death. Despite global efforts to eradicate polio through vaccination, Nigeria, particularly its Northern region, has faced significant challenges in reaching full immunization coverage. Resistance to polio vaccination is often rooted in cultural and religious concerns, with Islamic scholars playing a significant role in shaping public perception and acceptance of health …
Published in International Journal of Vaccines · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 28–42 Read article
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Concept of MAYA in Indian Philosophy and Sikh Religion
Abstract: In World Philosophy, Indian philosophy has an edge over Western philosophy. The concepts of Brahma and Maya occur only as concepts of Indian philosophy. The concept of Maya is a pillar of Advaita Vedanta which is an important component of Hindu philosophy. The historical development of this concept from the Vedic period to the Adi Shankracharya era has been discussed. Maya appears in all religious traditions of India. It has …
Published in OmniScience: A Multi-disciplinary Journal · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 36–42 Read article
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A Correlational Study to Assess the Effect of Social Media Engagement on Body Image Among Adolescents in Selected School, Haryana, India
Abstract: Social media has become an undeniable force in shaping modern social interactions, particularly among adolescents. Social media platforms are often criticized for perpetuating unattainable beauty ideals. These platforms frequently showcase images highlighting slimness, youth, and flawless skin, often manipulated by filters, photo editing tools, or even cosmetic surgery. These portrayals of "ideal" beauty can distort adolescents' sense of themselves, leading to increased body dissatisfaction. Objectives of the study were: (i) …
Published in International Journal of Community Health Nursing And Practices · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 46–64 Read article
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Effects of Boko Haram Insurgency on Basic Education in the Southern Part of Borno State of Nigeria
Abstract: A place's level of educational development is determined by its society. The standard of education given determines a society's degree of political, economic, technological, religious, and cultural growth. The purpose of the study is to examine how the Boko Haram insurgency affects universal basic education (U.B.E.) in the southern region of Borno state, which is affected by the insurgency in many ways. The researchers want to consider the mayhem of …
Published in Recent Trends in Social Studies · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 34–47 Read article
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TELEVISION MEDIA AND CHILDREN: A SOCIOLOGICAL INSIGHT ON RURAL SOCIETY IN PUNJAB
Abstract: The present paper deals with to understand the media forms of television and digital media as an influential agent of socialisation in contemporary society, especially among the children. The increasing accessibility of television and digital media, especially in the rural society of Punjab, have greatly impacted the patterns of childhood socialisation, cultural norms, religious practices, attitudes, and routine behaviour. During the study it is found that television continues to occupy …
Published in International Journal of Children · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 21–34 Read article
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A Study to Assess and Compare the Effectiveness of Janani Suraksha Yojna (JSY) Among JSY Beneficiaries and Non-JSY Beneficiaries of Postnatal Mothers in Terms of Knowledge, Utilization and Outcome of the Program in the Selected Hospitals in Delhi
Abstract: This study aims at assessing and comparing the effectiveness of Janani Suraksha Yojna (JSY) among JSY beneficiaries and non-JSY beneficiaries in terms of knowledge, utilization and outcome of the program. A survey research approach with a comparative correlational survey design was adopted for the study. The sample was 100 postnatal mothers, i.e., 50 JSY beneficiaries and 50 non-JSY beneficiaries selected from hospitals of Delhi. The data was collected using a …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 26–31 Read article
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Sociodemographic Determinants of Tobacco Use among Patients Admitted in a Tertiary Care Hospital
Abstract: Tobacco use is the most important contributor to morbidity and premature death among modifiable lifestyle factors. More than five million of those deaths are the result of direct tobacco use while more than 600 000 are the result of nonsmokers being exposed to second-hand smoke and the annual death toll could rise to more than eight million by 2030. A cross-sectional survey was conducted where males and females of 18–65 …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Surgery · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 29–34 Read article
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The Integration of Artificial Intelligence in Sikh Shrines: Enhancing Tradition and Accessibility
Abstract: The purpose of the present study is to expound on the significance of the integration of artificial intelligence in Sikh shrines could enhance tradition and accessibility. Artificial Intelligence (AI) has significantly influenced various facets of human life, including religious and spiritual traditions. As one of the youngest religions, Sikhism paves the way for wider research in Sikh structures, including Sikh Shrines. Sikh Shrines also known as Gurudwaras are an essential …
Published in OmniScience: A Multi-disciplinary Journal · Vol. 15, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 6–10 Read article
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A Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Planned Teaching Programme Regarding Road Traffic Accident and Its Prevention among the Adolescents (11th to 12th Class) in Selected School of Bhilai (C.G.)
Abstract: Road traffic injuries are the leading cause of death among children and young adults aged 5–29 years. The main objective of this study was to assess the pre-test post-test knowledge regarding road traffic accident and its prevention among adolescents. Quasi-experimental, one group pre-test post-test research design was taken on. A total of 60 samples were selected using non-probability purposive sampling technique. The tool used for the study comprised of two …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 59–65 Read article
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Ethno-medicinal Plants of the Family Euphorbiaceae in Southern Bankura of West Bengal
Abstract: Abstract This paper presents documented potential ethno-medicinal plants of family Euphorbiaceae. Use of different plants for medicinal purpose is very common among the tribal communities of southern Bankura of West Bengal. In this present study, the 13 plant species of Euphorbiaceae were found effective in curing some common diseases. These plants are enumerated with binomial names, vernacular names, parts sued, habit ethno-medicinal uses by different tribes. Religious and cultural faith, …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 36–39 Read article
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Determinants of Teenage Pregnancy and Motherhood in Ethiopia: Analysis of the Ethiopian Demographic Health Survey 2016
Abstract: Background: Teenage pregnancy, a global public health problem, especially in developing countries, refers to a pregnancy when teenage girls, aged 13–19 and considered not to have reached legal adulthood, become pregnant and is said to have wide range of subsequent adverse health, economic and social outcomes. In Ethiopia, where marriage is a universal occurrence, the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia ministry of health is working to alleviate the problem, though …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Medicine · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 47–53 Read article
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Evaluating the Impact of Information Education and Communication Package on Knowledge and Attitude Regarding Reproductive and Sexual Health among Late Adolescent Girls in Selected Colleges at Madurai
Abstract: A quasi-experimental study was carried out to assess the effectiveness of an Information, Education, and Communication (IEC) package on the knowledge and attitudes related to reproductive and sexual health among late adolescent girls attending colleges in Madurai. The study aimed to: assess the changes in knowledge and attitudes before and after the intervention in both control and experimental groups, evaluate the effectiveness of the IEC package, investigate the correlation between …
Published in International Journal of Evidence Based Nursing And Practices · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 26–32 Read article
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Stavudine Lamivudine Efavirenz Combination Therapy for Treatment of HIV Infection in Tertiary Care Hospital - A Retrospective Observational Study
Abstract: Highly Active Antiretroviral Therapy has transformed human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection into a chronic manageable disease. Compliance is the biggest challenge in low and middle income country like India where social and religious agenda play an important role. Efavirenz based HAART is current standard of care in management of HIV infected patients. The objective of the present study was to know efficacy of combination regimen of stavudine, lamivudine and efavirenz …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacology · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2014 · pp. 17–22 Read article
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Knowledge, Attitude and Practices (KAP) of Child Upbringing among Mothers Visiting OPDs of National Institute of Unani Medicine Hospital
Abstract: Background and Objective: Child rearing refers to bringing-up of children by parents or parent substitutes and influenced by child rearing knowledge. Parenting style and child rearing practices relate to many aspects of child development from infancy to the end of adolescence such as children’s cognitive development emotional development, school readiness, eating disorders, academic achievement, emotional well-being, delinquency and eating disorders. Hence considering the importance of child rearing practices upon the …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 16–24 Read article
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Evaluation of the influence of supportive education on the religious beliefs and practices of cervical cancer patients in managing the disease at Tertiary Health Institutions in Ebonyi State, Nigeria
Abstract: This study investigated how 60 cervical cancer patients in a tertiary care facility in Ebonyi State, Nigeria How to use Cervical Cancer Support Education (CCSE) to manage their care. Using a quasi-experimental design, 60 participants were divided into an intervention group from two health institutions and a control group from the National Obstetric Fistula Centre. The research used a quasi-experimental design and collected data over a 13-month period using a …
Published in International Journal of Tropical Medicines · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 96–111 Read article
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A Brief History of Psychoactive Substances Research: A KR-20 Formula-Based Case Study on the Chaotic Pyramid of Iraqi Scholars
Abstract: Following the American invasion in 2003, Iraq changed radically in terms of politics, religious beliefs, ethnographic and populational topography. Post-Saddam, Iraq witnessed unprecedented levels of organized crime, terrorism, and the widespread pragmatic persecution and assassination of Iraqi scientists and academic scholars, in addition to the illegal commerce of addictive and psychoactive substances. Iraq became an abductee of the worst scenario in the unstable Middle East where we observed military conflicts, …
Published in OmniScience: A Multi-disciplinary Journal · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 1–11 Read article
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Socioeconomical Profile and Factors Associated with Migrated Rickshaw Pullers in Jahangirnagar University Campus, Bangladesh
Abstract: AbstractRickshaw is a familiar and attractive form of transport in Bangladesh especially for short distance. Although, education is the main requirement to get job in Bangladesh, but the rate of education is still not enough for its population to manage a good job. Therefore, a major portion of illiterate and little literate people from different area, often try to find a way of income from different informal sectors such as …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Statistics · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 9–15 Read article
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Vegetation in the Sacred Groves Across India: A Review
Abstract: Ethno-botany is a scientific study related to traditional knowledge, local culture and customs of a people and plants specifically with regard to practical uses. Sacred groves are located in different parts of India have diverse culture, religion, rituals, festivals, traditions associated with the people living in these area. These groves are treasure house of flora and fauna. This study aims to prepare a qualitative review including the details of vegetation …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Ecology · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 29–38 Read article
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Study of the Antimicrobial Potential of Consortiums of Hot Alcoholic Extract of Plants against Multidrug Resistant Bacteria Including One Vancomycin-Resistant Staphylococcus aureus (VRSA)
Abstract: Increasing antibiotic resistance exerts threatening implications in human health care. It subsequently increases the need to develop an alternative strategy to counter the growing concern against the superbug infection in open wounds. In the present study, two combinations of herbal alcoholic extracts have been assessed for antimicrobial activity against the isolates collected from human burn wound sample and biopsies. Total of 42 strains have been isolated and screened for its …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Biotechnology · Vol. 9, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 18–25 Read article
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A Study to Assess the Level of Stress among Nursing Students in Selected Nursing Institutions of Karnataka, India
Abstract: Stress has been identified as a 21st century disease and has been viewed as a complex and dynamic transaction between individuals and their environments. Academic stress among college students has been a topic of interest for many years. There is little empirical evidence about the level of stress suffered by nursing students and its impact on their health throughout clinical practice. Therefore, a study has undertaken to explore the level …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 1–5 Read article