• 한국노년학
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• v.29 no.3
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• pp.971-986
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• 2009

This research investigated how the participation of various social activities affects cognitive function in middle-aged and elderly population. To examine the relation between the participation of various social activities and cognitive function, we used data from the Korean Longitudinal Study of Ageing. Social activities were classified into four types as religious ritual, leisure, public association and ascriptive association activities, and MMSE-K score was used to measure cognitive function. Results from multiple regression analyses after adjusting for socio-economic status and health status show that the participation in religious and leisure activities have positive effects on cognitive function in middle-aged and elderly population. Participation in leisure activities in middle-aged male group helps preserve cognitive function, and leisure activity and ritual activity are significantly related to cognitive function in middle-aged female group. Meanwhile the participation in religious and leisure activities have positive effects on cognitive function in elderly male and female group. Based on these findings, we suggest that various programs to support the participation of elderly population in social activities should be developed for healthy life for the elderly.

• KSCE Journal of Civil and Environmental Engineering Research
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• v.30 no.1B
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• pp.53-60
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• 2010

A wetland is an ecosystem which has high species diversity, rich nutritional substances and high productivity. In this study we used the HGM(Hydrogeomorphic) approach among various evaluation models for the assessment of the Hwapo riverine wetland function. HGM is a method which estimates the functional index of a study wetland by comparing it with a reference wetland. In this study the Woopo wetland which is registered in the Ramsar Convention was selected as a reference wetland to assess the functional index of the Hwapo wetland. As the results, we obtained the functional index values over 0.6 for most indices of the Hwapo riverine wetland. Therefore we found that the Hwapo riverine wetland shows relatively high functional index values comparing with the Woopo wetland and it has valuable hydrological, biochemical, plant habitat, and animal habitat functions.

• Journal of Korea Game Society
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• v.22 no.1
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• pp.55-64
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• 2022

Serious games are developed under particular purpose. This study provides a theoretical background on serious games for social change as a basis for future experiments and practice. By examining the elements of games and related theories, narrative immersion and critical participation are identified as the two main experiences of games, which are realized through role play. Based on educational theories for behavioral and cognitive change, this study suggests to use role play as a strategy on serious games for social change. Analyzing the cases of serious games in Korea, this study concludes that participants are able to experience the context of the situation through role play.

• 한국보건간호학회:학술대회논문집
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• 2003.10a
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• pp.125-126
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• 2003

• 한국노년학
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• v.36 no.3
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• pp.727-749
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• 2016

This systematic review was performed to investigate relationship between sarcopenia and cognitive function among community-dwelling older adults. Studies which reported prevalence rates of sarcopenia in community-dwelling older adults, relationships between sarcopenia and cognitive dysfunction, or effective interventions in alleviated symptoms of sarcopenia were selected. Of 43 studies reviewed, prevalence rate of sarcopenia ranged from 2.5-42.4% in 25 studies, and 4 studies revealed a significantly positive correlation between sarcopenia and cognitive dysfunction. Among 12 randomized-control trials (RCTs), exercise intervention was used in 2 studies; nutrition intervention in 6; and 4 studies included both the exercise and nutrition interventions. All interventional studies reported positive effects on muscle mass, muscle strength, or physical function. However, only 6 studies met the high quality criteria of Risk of Bias, and there was no study which evaluated cognitive function as an outcome measure. Therefore, this study draws attention to the lack of high-quality RCTs and exclusion of cognitive function as an outcome measure in the research of sarcopenia. A comprehensive and sustained system including standardized sarcopenia screening, assessments of cognitive functioning, and evidence-based intervention programs is needed in order to prevent and manage sarcopenia amongst older adults in the community.

• Korean Journal of Social Welfare
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• v.56 no.4
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• pp.317-343
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• 2004

The purpose of this study is to explore further understanding of variables, besides father's alcoholism, which relates to psychosocial adjustment among ADAF(adult daughters of alcoholic fathers). This study examines the relationship between father's alcoholism, family functioning, parental attachment and the psychosocial adjustment among the ADAF. From a larger sample of 463 female college students, 160 ADAF and a matched group of non-ADAF were identified to participate in the study. This survey was conducted in Seoul and Gyungi-do area. Participants completed self-report questionnaires, "The Korean Version of Children of Alcoholics Screening Test", "Inventory of Parent and Peer Attachment", "Satisfaction With Life Scale", "Self-esteem", "Beck Depression Inventory" and "Family Environment Scale". Path analyses was used to test the research question. Findings indicated that father's alcoholism had no direct effect on both the psychosocial adjustment of the ADAF and the family functioning. But father's alcoholism was significantly related to parental attachment. Family functioning was significant predictor of attachment to parents as well as psychosocial adjustment. Finally family functioning is important cause for parental attachment and psychosocial adjustment, specifically self-esteem and life satisfaction outcomes only. Therefore parental attachment was function as a mediator in the relationship between family functioning and psychosocial adjustment. In conclusion, this study showed that father's alcoholism did not predict outcome. We need to reconsider the assumption that direct link exists between adult adjustment difficulties and the presence of father's alcoholism. Implications for clinical and theoretical work with ADAF are discussed.

• Journal of the Korea Academia-Industrial cooperation Society
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• v.12 no.11
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• pp.4995-5004
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• 2011

This study was performed to determine the levels of depressive symptoms among community elderlies and to reveal its related factors, specifically aimed at revealing factors such as social support, family support and physical function. The interviews were performed, during the period from April 1st, to June 30th, 2010, to 995 elderlies in Daejeon city. As a results, social support, family support, ADL and IADL was found to be in a positive correlation with depressive symptoms. With the analysis of covariance structure, social support was more influential on the level of depressive symptom than family support and physical function. It was found to have the inter-relational effects that the greater the social support, family support and physical function, the lower the level of depressive symptoms.

• 전기의세계
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• v.46 no.9
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• pp.55-63
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• 1997

도시화 과밀화에 따른 수요의 고밀도화가 도시기능의 고도화 및 다양화에 수반하여 전력공급 신뢰도 향상의 필요성은 나날이 고조되고 있다. 도시기능의 고도화가 진전되면 도심지에 있어서 정전사고라든가 설비재해에 의한 사고시 도시기능이 마비되어 그 영향은 큰 사회문제로 발전하기 때문에 정전시간의 단축과 정전구간의 최소화, 사고파급방지가 중요한 문제로 대두되는데, 도시의 과밀화와 수용의 고밀도화는 그 어느것이나 사고파급방지, 정전시간의 단축을 위한 대책을 더욱 어렵게 만드는 요소이다. 더욱이 근년의 POWER, ELECTRONICS기술의 급속한 진보에 의해 가전제품, 각종 OA기기로부터 산업용 기기에 이르기까지 반도체 응용기기의 보급이 확산되어 있다. 이러한 기기의 일부는 특성상 계통사고의 인지에서 재폐로까지의 극히 짧은 시간동안의 순시 전압강하에서도 그 기능이 정지되는 일이 있기 때문에 양질의 전력공급은 고도 정보화 사회의 진전, 도시기능의 고도화를 지탱하는 중요한 사회적 기반으로 앞으로도 그 중요성은 더욱 고조될 것으로 사료된다. 한국전력에서는 이러한 고객의 요구조건을 만족시키고, NEEDS의 다양화에 적극 대응하고 기업경영에 효율성을 제고하는 대책으로 국산 배전자동화 시스템을 순수 국내기술로 개발하여 실증시험을 거쳐 실계통 운전에 들어가게 되었다.

• Journal of Science and Technology Studies
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• v.7 no.2
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• pp.47-90
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• 2007

과학상은 과학자 사회를 유지하는 중요한 기제인 보상체계의 한 요소로 과학사회학에서 많은 연구가 이루어졌다. 전통적으로 보상의 기능은 과학적 업적에 대한 인정의 배분으로 간주되었다. 그러나 머튼 이후 여러 학자들은 과학상을 비롯한 보상이 당대의 인지적 규범에 순응하게 만드는 사회적 통제의 과정이기도 하다는 주장을 제기했다. 이 논문은 우리나라 과학상의 역사적 변천과정과 그 특성에 대한 분석을 통해 과학상이 인정의 적절한 배분으로 과학자 사회 내에서 작동했는지 살펴본다. 분석을 통해 드러난 우리나라 과학상의 특성은 다음과 같이 요약된다. 첫째, 우리나라 과학상은 정부에 의해 주도되었고, 상의 가시성의 원천은 정부 또는 국가에서 나온다. 둘째, 과학상은 과학자 사회 내부의 인정 배분이라는 전통적 기능보다 정부의 정책 목표달성을 위한 통제 방식으로 기능하는 경향이 있다. 셋째, 최근 과학상은 연구비와 결합되면서 과학엘리트를 형성하고 그 구조를 강화시키는 하나의 통로가 되고 있다.

• Proceedings of the Korean Society of Community Living Science Conference
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• 2004.05a
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• pp.172-172
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• 2004

식생활 패턴의 서구화에 따른 육류 소비 증가와 더불어 영양 불균형 초래 및 비만과 당뇨, 고혈압 등 각종 성인병의 대두로 인하여 건강에 대한 관심이 높아지면서 식생활 패턴이 채식중심으로 변화되고 있어 기능성 신선편의 식품의 보급이 필요하다. 특히, 선진국에서도 최소가공 처리된 기능성 샐러드 제품의 소비가 증가하고 있고, 향후 국내에서도 성인병 예방 기능성 샐러드 등 신선편의 식품 소비의 개연성은 높다. (중략)