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Family Life Issues of Poor Female Earners After Korean Economic Crisis (경제위기 이후의 빈곤 여성가장의 생활실태 조사)

  • 옥선화;성미애;허정원
    • Journal of the Korean Home Economics Association
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    • v.39 no.2
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    • pp.1-13
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    • 2001
  • The purpose of this study is to examine the effects of poor female-headed families' family life events on their well-being under economic crisis in Korea and to investigate how they overcome their alienation. Specific research questions were as follows : (1) How are poor female earner's life satisfaction level and alienation level after economic crisis\ulcorner (2) How are poor female earner's demands for social security\ulcorner For this empirical analysis, the data was collected from 359 poor female-earners whose first child was of school age in the Seoul metropolitan area from the 14th Feb. to the 18th Mar. 2000. The questionnaire for the survey dealt with demographic information, alienation, life satisfaction and family life event. The major findings of the research project were as fellows: First, poor female-earners'alienation level was not higher than the average level. However among sub areas of alienation, powerlessness was higher than the average level. Second, poor female-easer made a strong claim for social welfare. Especially, they desired so much to be granted the national economic assistance.

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A Study on the Impact of Corporate Social Responsibility on ODA Trade (기업의 사회적 책임이 ODA무역에 미치는 영향에 관한 연구)

  • KIM, Min-Jae;KIM, Tae-Hoo
    • THE INTERNATIONAL COMMERCE & LAW REVIEW
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    • v.78
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    • pp.145-174
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    • 2018
  • This study, focused on Official Development Assistance(ODA) as a solution to the global polarization and demonstrated how corporate social responsibility (CSR) plays a role in raising the performance of ODA. First, socio - economic value and profit - created by CSV activities have a significant effect on constructing an economic reciprocal relationship between donor countries and recipient countries. In addition, it has shown that it promotes the simultaneous development of companies and society through the strategic CSR model and consequently contributes to the achievement of ODA. Second, it suggests that the elements of the BOP model have a significant effect on improving the unreasonable wage system and unethical working conditions of developing countries. Furthermore, this suggests that improving the income of the poor can improve the performance of ODA. Third, this study reconstructed 'CSR Pyramid' of Carrol and newly devised CSRD theory. In the case of ODA to developing countries, economic, legal, ethical, and charitable responsibilities are set priorities. In this study, it is suggested that the priority should be flexibly set as economic ${\rightarrow}$ charitable ${\rightarrow}$ ethical ${\rightarrow}$ legal responsibility. This study reexamines the strategic CSR model in the international management field and conducted empirical analysis on CSV, BOP, CSRD model as the constituent elements. In addition, the strategic CSR model that has moved away from the traditional and old-fashioned perspectives still has room for development, and exploratory research to develop the model will continue to contribute to clarifying the concept and scope of CSR.

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Health education strategy for health promotion programs in Public Health Centers in Korea (보건소의 건강증진사업을 위한 보건교육전략)

  • 남정자
    • Proceedings of The Korean Society of Health Promotion Conference
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    • 1999.07a
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    • pp.73-92
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    • 1999
  • In present paper, author proposed an effective health education strategy for local health department, which was revised from the PATCH of CDC. The author suggested that an health department should follow several steps to have an effective health promotion programs in their community. First step would be community mobilization that encourage key persons and major organizations and agencies to participate in the program. The second step is collecting demographic and vital statistics in the community or for a target audience as well as social, psychological and behavioral data. Based on the data analysis, the next step is to choose a target audience and health problem(s) for the target audience in question. The fourth step is the development of health education strategy for the target audience and the health problem. The fourth step also includes selecting a proper communication channel and educational materials as well as pre- and post-testing. The final step is implementing health education programs and evaluating the process, outcome and impact of the program. Korean Institute for Health and Social Affairs(KIHASA) has developed a model for health education programs used in local health department. KIHASA can provide technical assistance and health education materials to assist local health departments in Korea.

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Embodiment of supersonic waves multi curer for Fracture patient's radish stimulation rehabilitation promotion (Fracture 환자의 무자극 재활촉진을 위한 초음파 다층치료기의 구현)

  • Kim, Whi-Young
    • Proceedings of the IEEK Conference
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    • 2006.06a
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    • pp.857-858
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    • 2006
  • Estrangement hierarchical by bipolarization is deepened and time space that social welfare by graying corresponds great so. Specially, is real condition that indifference by patient's increase which is solitary life string is come to involve by social problem. Together, Jaetaek bone fracture patient's ratio is zooming. Domestic BT technology, medical treatment solution technology offer more important role than role assistance enemy of modern technology and utilize by creative technology can . Specially, if apply supersonic waves in bone fracture treatment, there is treatise data that can reduce bone fracture treatment period of bone that bone does not stick well about 40%. Supersonic waves operation frequency used on both end because do 1m Hz, 1.3mHz, supersonic waves origination that have 1.5mHz's Piezo-ceramic crystal tranducer material each 4 premature senilitys in this research, and outside diameter according to impedance and Phase d used Gakgak4mm, 5.4mm, Dukke0.5mm, transformer deuce of length 70mm. Manufactured, and investigated supersonic waves distribution chart by capacity 50m W. Supersonic waves used by diagnosis mainly but is seen to become convenient medical treatment mounting in bone fracture patient's treatment if supplement clinically. If supplement system furthermore, is going to apply to osteoporosis patient, and this research tried to design poetic theme width directly and study rain standardization special quality and approach basic form because do modelling.

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A Study of Saemangeum Project's Sustainable Development: Focused on local governments of Jeollabukdo (새만금사업의 지속가능한 발전방안 연구: 전라북도 지자체를 중심으로)

  • Kim, Gang-Hoon
    • Korean System Dynamics Review
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    • v.11 no.4
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    • pp.25-59
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    • 2010
  • The Korean government has operated various mega-development projects in order to help nation progress into the future. However, many problems and concerns have been raised on the mega-projects' delay and failure in South Korea. Moreover, there are many technical and executive problems; such as trial and error of development work, failure of validity test, complicated decision-making processes, and so on. With these concerns and problems to mega-development projects, finding a sustainable development from mega-projects is becoming a new issue in the field of mega-development projects. Therefore, the main purpose of this study is to investigate whether or not most mega-development projects conducted by the government exactly corresponds with sustainable development (such as environmental soundness, economic efficiency and social equity) focusing on Saemangeum project. Using causal loop analysis, this study gives some significant results to us. First, for environmental soundness, both central and local government should ensure water-purity control system for farming, industry, leisure, and others. Second, for economic efficiency, both governments not only have to secure a budget for completion of infrastructure of the Saemangeum project but also support financial assistance to Saemangeum project. Third, for social equity, three local governments (i.e., Gunsan, Gimje, and Buan) should stop debate and conflict with regard to an administrative district of Saemangeum region. Finally, most politicians should not use Saemangeum project for political means. Rather, they should recognize the project as a motive power for economic development of Jeollabukdo.

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The Development Path of China's Private Health Insurance and Its Role in the Health Care System (중국 민간의료보험의 발전경로와 의료보장체계에서의 역할)

  • Jung, Kee Taig;Fan, Jian Cheng;Chen, Wan Yun
    • Health Policy and Management
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    • v.31 no.4
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    • pp.423-436
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    • 2021
  • This article summarizes the structure of China's current social health insurance system and reviews the development status of China's private health insurance (PHI). China's medical security system is mainly composed of two parts: basic medical insurance (BMI) and PHI. Among them, the BMI provides reimbursement of basic medical expenses for the insured persons according to different proportions. PHI is a necessary supplement to the BMI and provides assistance to the insured persons in the event of illness or accident. By having PHI, people can obtain medical protection outside the coverage of BMI. In the development of PHI in China, the total medical cost is high and the insurance market size is large, but the proportion of PHI expenditure is low and the personal burden is high. Through this Chinese case, it will be helpful for mutual development between Korean PHI and national health insurance, for Korean insurance companies to enter the Chinese market, and for removing the medical burden on the people.

Re-writing World Literature through Juxtaposition: Decolonizing Comparative Literature in Vietnam

  • Pham, Chi P.;Do, Ninh H.
    • SUVANNABHUMI
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    • v.14 no.1
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    • pp.9-29
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    • 2022
  • Postcolonial critics have criticized Comparative Literature for exclusively studying literatures from the non-Western world through Western lenses. In other words, postcolonial criticism asserts that theorists and practitioners of comparative literature have traced the "assistance" of the classic "comparison and contrast" approach to an imperialist discourse, which sustains the superiority of Western cultures and economies. As a countermeasure to reading through the comparative lens, literary theories have offered a "juxtapositional model of comparison" that connects texts across cultures, places, and times. This paper examines practices of Comparative Literature in Vietnam, revealing how the engagement with decolonizing processes leads to a knowledge production that is paradoxically colonial. The paper also analyses implementations of this model in reading select Vietnamese works and highlights how conventional comparisons, largely based on historical influences and reception, maintain the colonial mapping of World Literature, centralizing Western, and more particularly, English Literature and in the process marginalizing the others. Therefore, the practice of juxtaposing Vietnamese literary works with canonical works of the World Literature will provoke dialogues and raise awareness of hitherto marginalized works to an international readership. In this process, the paper considers the contemporary interest of Comparative Literature practice in trans- national, trans-regional, trans-historical, and trans-cultural perspectives.

Lived Experiences of Parents of Children with Celiac Disease: A Descriptive Qualitative Study

  • Nesibe S. Kutahyalioglu;Gamze Kas Alay
    • Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Nutrition
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    • v.27 no.3
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    • pp.146-157
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    • 2024
  • Purpose: Celiac disease (CD) is one of the most prevalent food-related illnesses in children, with a global prevalence of approximately 1.4%. CD can create an emotional burden, particularly on mothers, who are mainly responsible for managing challenges related to adherence to a gluten-free diet, high food costs, and food problems in schools and social areas. There is a gap in the literature, and parental experiences of raising children with CD should be explicitly examined. This qualitative study sought to provide insights into the experiences of parents raising a child with CD in the Turkish context. Methods: This study used a descriptive qualitative research methodology and conducted individual semi-structured video-based dyadic interviews with 19 parents. Results: Participants experienced both challenges and motivators through management of their children's CD. Analyses of the interview transcripts through the data uncovered three main themes focusing primarily on parental concerns: (1) parental challenges in child's disease management, (2) supportive care needs, and (3) parental expectations. Conclusion: A multidisciplinary team should approach the child and family immediately after diagnosis, and facilities should support parents with continuing education and psychological, financial, and social assistance.

Three Dimensional(3D) Education Game Development for Treatment Assistance with High-Functioning Autism

  • Tae-In Jang;Hyung-Joon Baek;Sojeong Lee;Hayoon Jo;Yuri Yoon;Janghwan Kim;R. Young Chul Kim;Chaeyun Seo
    • International Journal of Advanced Culture Technology
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    • v.12 no.3
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    • pp.309-316
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    • 2024
  • Due to rapid socio-economic development and environmental changes, particularly autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in the context of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and high-functioning autism, has become a significant social issue. This issue is increasingly recognized from a societal perspective rather than just an individual or family problem. But there remains a lack of information in frontline education. Traditionally, treatment for ASD has been conducted in specialized institutions, or by professional doctors, therapists, and counselors. There are still several challenges such as 1) accessibility to hospitals and transportation for children with ASD, 2) the maturity and competence of therapists, and 3) the lack of appropriate educational content. To solve these problems, we propose a supplementary 3D educational game process for children with high-functioning autism that utilize speech recognition technology and games designed for continuous and repetitive learning. Our proposed game content can be used at home, which incorporates Speech-To-Text (STT) technology and mini-games to help children indirectly experience and learn to handle unexpected real-life situations. With this approach, we will expect that the children can develop social skills and enhance the efficiency of their treatment.

Social Support for Grandparent-headed Families and Its Effects on Grandparent Caregivers' Physical and Mental Health (조손가족에 대한 사회적 지지 실태와 조부모의 신체적 건강과 정신건강에 미치는 영향)

  • Choi, Hae-Kyung
    • Korea journal of population studies
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    • v.29 no.2
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    • pp.115-142
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    • 2006
  • This study examined the level of social support for grandparent-headed families and its effects on the grandparents' physical and mental health. For this purpose, the survey data was collected from 141 grandparents raising their grandchildren in Daejeon Metropolitan City. The study generated several findings. First, grandparent-headed families tended to rely on formal support system rather than informal one. Second, grandparent's physical health was found to be very poor that 82.3% of the grandparents reportedly needed some assistance in at least one ADL, and their mean score of depression measured by CES-D was 27.4, indicating a moderate level of psychological distress. Third, among the sociodemographic and stressor variables, grandparents' sex, the number of their children and household keeping burden were statistically significant predictors of their ADL restriction. As for depression level of the grandparents, their monthly income, parenting duration, the number of their children, economic difficulties, household keeping burden and social restrictions were found to be statistically significant. Fourth, grandparents who reported of having more social support from their friends, a higher level of satisfaction of the friends' social support and also of being satisfied with social support from their religious associations tended to experience significantly less ADL restrictions. The more kinds of social support received from friends and social welfare agencies and the less satisfied they were with social support from governmental sector, the higher their depression level was. Implications for social welfare services and programs for grandparent-headed families were discussed.