Providers ’ Perspectives on Autism Service Access in the West Bank: an Application of the Three Delays Model
AbstractLittle is known about autism service barriers in the West Bank. The current study elicited the perspectives of Palestinian service providers (n = 7) at West Bank agencies serving children with autism and other special needs. Data were analyzed using qualitative grounded theory methods. Using the Three Delays Model as an organizing framework, we identified complex, interrelated themes related to children’s access to autism services. Pro viders reported stigma, gender-based caregiving disparities, and social isolation increased family burden and impacted parents’ willingness to seek services. However, once pare...
Source: Global Social Welfare - May 24, 2017 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research
The Impact of Violence, Perceived Stigma, and Other Work-Related Stressors on Depressive Symptoms Among Women Engaged in Sex Work
This study examined rates of depressive symptoms and associated risk factors among women engaged in sex work in Mongolia (n = 222), a country experiencing significant economic and social development and where mental health infrastructure is in its infancy. A linear regression analysis indicated that significant risk factors for depressive symptoms included paying partner sexual violence, perceived occupational stigma, less social support, and higher harmful alcohol use. As one of the first studies to examine depression among sex workers, this study holds important social welfare implications for this marginalized populat...
Source: Global Social Welfare - April 9, 2017 Category: Global & Universal Source Type: research
Two Advocacy Paradigms in Addressing Female Sex Trade Human Trafficking in Japan
AbstractThe purpose of this research is to identify and examine two advocacy paradigms in Japan to address Female Sex Trade Human Trafficking (FSTHT) through Japanese nongovernmental organizations (NGOs). Japan offers a context within which to better understand both global and national human trafficking policy and how the voluntary sector within that country has come to address this serious social issue in the face of limited governmental action. The authors consider those two advocacy paradigms in Japan to address human trafficking involving what they call the classic paradigm and the new paradigm, and they shed light on ...
Source: Global Social Welfare - March 28, 2017 Category: Global & Universal Source Type: research
Participants ’ Perceptions of the Nature of Events Aimed at Engaging Men to Eliminate Gender-Based Violence
ConclusionThe preponderance of multi-session and interactive programming in this sample is encouraging and consistent with principles of effective prevention. There may be a regional nature of the events to engage men in primary prevention of gender-based violence. Regional similarities and differences suggest the need for ongoing cross-regional discussion and learning regarding emerging effective approaches to involve men in ending violence. (Source: Global Social Welfare)
Source: Global Social Welfare - March 22, 2017 Category: Global & Universal Source Type: research
Population Shifting and Risks of Street Children in Asia: Possible Social Work Interventions
This article used a qualitative interpretative meta-synthesis (QIMS), a unique method of qualitative data analysis. The results revealed that the street children constitute a dynamic population shifting moving in and out of other designated categories. They may have been trafficked, escaped to the street, but then may fall prey to even worse circumstances. This paper apprehended the efficiency of social work interventions in the lines of vocational training, shelters (and child protection), resettlement, and reintegration. The finding would be an important guideline to the policy makers, human rights practitioners, and soc...
Source: Global Social Welfare - March 16, 2017 Category: Global & Universal Source Type: research
Experiences of Highly Skilled Migrants in New Zealand: Challenges for Professional Integration
This study reveals mixed experiences of skilled migrants at their workplaces. Some of the respondents shared positive experiences such as friendly environment and support system while other mentioned about the negatives experiences such as language barriers, overseas qualifications and no recognition of overseas work experiences. (Source: Global Social Welfare)
Source: Global Social Welfare - February 28, 2017 Category: Global & Universal Source Type: research
Microfinance, Rural Non-farm Activities and Welfare Linkages in Ghana: Assessing Beneficiaries ’ Perspectives
AbstractThis paper addresses how microfinance influences the welfare of rural inhabitants engaged in non-farm activities as their sources of livelihood. A survey was conducted to obtain data from 100 rural non-farm clients. Using a multiple regression technique, the impact of microfinance on the socio-economic welfare of clients has been discussed. Income was used as a proxy of the economic well-being of clients. Chi-square test was also run to further verify the association between beneficiaries ’ income levels and microloans. In addition, data were collected on healthcare, clothing, housing, and respondents’ educatio...
Source: Global Social Welfare - February 17, 2017 Category: Global & Universal Source Type: research
Understanding Ebola in West Africa: Applying Human Ecology Theory
AbstractThis paper applies human ecology theory to the context of the Ebola virus in order to improve our understanding and implementation of public health standards in West Africa. Human ecology theory rests on the premise that humans interact with their environment to create an ecosystem. Put another way, humans and the environment are interdependent. Such interdependence is driven by two sets of rules: (1) physical and biological laws of nature (i.e., survival) and (2) human-derived rules (i.e., social norms, education, nurturing relationships, etc.). An important conclusion of this analysis is that, thanks to adequate ...
Source: Global Social Welfare - January 30, 2017 Category: Global & Universal Source Type: research
“What We Think About Them?”— A Qualitative Study Addressing Perception of Parents and Teachers About Adolescent Upbringing in Coastal Karnataka
AbstractBackgroundThe role of parents is very pivotal in a child ’s overall development. Discussing about adolescent changes especially reproductive health (RH) is still considered a taboo in our society. Even imparting sex education at schools has remained a debatable topic in India. The aim of our study was to study the perception of parents and teachers abou t adolescent upbringing with a special focus on RH, services and schemes provided for RH of adolescents.MethodsA qualitative study was conducted in rural –urban settings in two districts of Coastal Karnataka. By the technique of stratified purposeful sampling, 5...
Source: Global Social Welfare - January 15, 2017 Category: Global & Universal Source Type: research
An Exploratory Study into Social Welfare Policies and Social Service Delivery Models for People with Disabilities in China
AbstractThe article represents the findings of a study pertaining to the social service and income support needs of people with disabilities in Liaoning Province, northern China, and data for this research is based on the authors ’ research for the Department of Human Resources and Social Security, Liaoning Province, China. The article presents findings gained through an extensive review of literature pertaining to disability in China as well as an examination of Chinese government programs and policies and data collected through on-site interviews in China. For this research, 53 people were interviewed and the participa...
Source: Global Social Welfare - December 14, 2016 Category: Global & Universal Source Type: research
Exposure to Violence and Conflict: Exploring Predictors of Unauthorized Migration to the USA
AbstractRecent shifts in the demographic composition of unauthorized immigration in the USA, along with an increase in asylum applications and concerns over human rights violations, have prompted new efforts to evaluate the effects of violence and conflict on current migration patterns. Prominent research in migration studies tends to focus on forced migratory movements or the migration of unaccompanied children, exposing a critical gap on the impact of exposure to violence among asylum seekers and migrants. Guided by a framework of threat-based decision-making, this article presents findings from a secondary data analysis...
Source: Global Social Welfare - December 9, 2016 Category: Global & Universal Source Type: research
Use of Smartphone Applications for Clinical Decision Making in a Poor Country: an Exploratory Study of Smartphone Use Among Medical Practitioners in Ghana
ConclusionThe high prevalence and use of smartphone applications for clinical decision making among junior medical practitioners indicate the need for health institutions to consider adopting smartphone technology for improved health service delivery in the country. (Source: Global Social Welfare)
Source: Global Social Welfare - December 7, 2016 Category: Global & Universal Source Type: research
Public/Private Health Care Delivery in Japan: and Some Gaps in “Universal” Coverage
AbstractLegal universal health coverage is not enough for ensuring equal access to health care. If coverage is not effective for those requiring health services, additional measures shall be considered along with the existing mix of public and private health care providers. This paper aims to describe and discuss how health care services are delivered to low-income people in a mixed delivery system in Japan, where a combination of a statutory health insurance system and a public assistance program legally covers all residents. In the late twentieth century, the national government rather suppressed expansion of public prov...
Source: Global Social Welfare - August 9, 2016 Category: Global & Universal Source Type: research
The Role of the Public and Private Sectors in China ’s Health Care System
AbstractIn 1949, China established a government-run health system with an emphasis on primary care and prevention. The economic reforms of the 1970s led to a dramatic reduction in public expenditures and undermined the public health and health care systems of the country. In 2009, the government reversed course yet again and established several social health insurance schemes. The country has expanded social health insurance to the vast majority of its 1.3 billion citizens, but public spending remains low. The continued reliance on private financing generates inequalities in access to health care. The delivery system is ...
Source: Global Social Welfare - August 2, 2016 Category: Global & Universal Source Type: research
International Comparisons of Some Healthcare Delivery Impacts on Vulnerable Populations
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Source: Global Social Welfare - August 1, 2016 Category: Global & Universal Source Type: research
