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• Open Access Article Sociology and Social Policy

  Effect of Substance Abuse on Nigeria’s Economic Performance

  khayere Jossy Ijie, Abdurrauf Babalola, Muhammad Yelwa

  34-43

  Abstract Views : 2897

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  10.36923/ijsser.v2i2.63

  Abstract: The purpose of this study is to investigate the effect of substance abuse on the real growth rate in Nigeria between 1993 and 2017. Specifically, it examines the period-based impact of substance abuse prevalence and the rehabilitation of individual drug addicts on the actual growth rate of the Nigerian economy. To achieve this, the study employs autoregressive distributed lag (ARDL) and co-integration/bound test techniques to analyze the data... [...] Read more

• Open Access Article Economics Sociology and Social Policy

  Environmental and Socio-economic Impact Assessment in Hazaribag Area of Dhaka for Tannery Relocation

  Ashik Iqbal, Md. Hasibul Hasan, M. Rasheduzzman, Shuva Ranjan Paul, Rubaiya Hamid

  30-40

  Abstract Views : 3102

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  10.36923/ijsser.v5i1.184

  Abstract: The study aims to assess the impact of tannery relocation on the environment, social and economic conditions, livelihood, and the perceptions of institutions and stakeholders in the Hazaribag area. This research seeks to understand both the positive and negative effects of relocation, particularly in terms of environmental improvement and socio-economic challenges. The study employs a mixed-method approach, including a field survey and... [...] Read more

• Open Access Article Economics Sociology and Social Policy

  Financial Anxiety and Resilience among Rural Poor: An Exploration of Social Work Implication

  Sachin B S, Ramesh B, Saravana K, Rajashekar C

  21-38

  Abstract Views : 726

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  10.36923/ijsser.v3i3.111

  Abstract: The study aims to investigate the level of financial anxiety and resilience behavior among the rural poor in India, particularly focusing on the relationship between financial anxiety and socio-demographic factors such as education, occupation, and household size. Additionally, the study explores the potential for Social Work interventions to address financial anxiety and improve financial literacy among this demographic. The research adopts... [...] Read more

• Open Access Article Sociology and Social Policy

  Hostage Situation And Its Resolution In Ethiopia

  Negesse Asnake Ayalew

  08-13

  Abstract Views : 306

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  10.36923/ijsser.v2i1.49

  Abstract: The purpose of this study is to evaluate the practice of handling hostage situations and their resolution in Ethiopia. Hostage-taking, often used by criminals such as terrorists, emotionally disturbed individuals, and mentally ill persons, poses a significant threat to government officials, investors, and tourists, thereby affecting the country's development and peace. This research aims to provide insights into the existing response... [...] Read more

• Open Access Article Sociology and Social Policy

  Misunderstanding Suffering: Witchcraft Misconceptions, Myths, And Hidden Reality of Substance Abuse In Black African Communities

  Calphurnia Mmathato Matheba

  12-19

  Abstract Views : 13

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  10.36923/ijsser.v8i1.302

  Abstract: This study investigates the myths and misconceptions surrounding witchcraft and their influence on substance abuse, with particular attention to the long-term negative effects on treatment and recovery. The review followed the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) framework to ensure transparency, comprehensiveness, and unbiased reporting. A content analysis approach was employed, drawing on literature... [...] Read more

• Open Access Article Sociology and Social Policy

  People With Vulnerabilities To Cyclone In The Coastal Area Of Bangladesh: An Overview

  Abdul Karim Gazi

  08-16

  Abstract Views : 580

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  10.36923/ijsser.v1i3.43

  Abstract: This paper aims to explore the vulnerability to cyclones and propose ways to mitigate this vulnerability in the coastal areas of Bangladesh. The study employs a content analysis approach within qualitative research, utilizing secondary data collected through content analysis and historical methods. The focus is on understanding the multi-faceted nature of vulnerability, which includes socio-economic, physical, environmental, geographical, and... [...] Read more

• Open Access Article Sociology and Social Policy

  Preparedness of recovery to the vulnerability of climate change in the coastal areas in Bangladesh

  Mohammed Rokonuzzaman, Yuta Hattori

  18-26

  Abstract Views : 767

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  10.36923/ijsser.v3i4.136

  Abstract: The purpose of this study is to assess the vulnerability of Bangladesh's coastal areas to natural disasters driven by climate change and to evaluate the effectiveness of current coping mechanisms. The research involved surveying farmers across eight coastal unions, focusing on their socio-economic characteristics, family size, income levels, and the impact of climate change on their livelihoods. The study employed a mixed-methods approach,... [...] Read more

• Open Access Article Sociology and Social Policy

  The Application of Garden Therapy In Social Work Practice With Individuals with Substance Use Disorders In South Africa

  Calphurnia Mmathato Rammutla, Modjadji Linda Shirindi

  1-11

  Abstract Views : 17

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  10.36923/ijsser.v8i1.288

  Abstract: Substance use disorders (SUDs) remain a significant challenge in South Africa, with high relapse rates despite the availability of various treatment approaches. Garden therapy, although underutilized in social work, has shown potential as a therapeutic intervention that promotes personal growth, resilience, and holistic rehabilitation. This review explores the potential application of garden therapy in social work practice with male substance... [...] Read more

• Open Access Article Sociology and Social Policy Development Studies

  Wellbeing determinants of household’s ability to make ends meet – A hierarchical regression model for Abu Dhabi

  Masood Badri, Hamad Aldhaheri, Mugheer Alkhaili, Guang Yang, Muna Albahar, Asma Alrashdi, Alanoud...

  27-39

  Abstract Views : 656

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  10.36923/ijsser.v4i3.175

  Abstract: The purpose of this study is to explore the key factors influencing the ability of households in Abu Dhabi to maintain a subsistence standard of living, particularly focusing on how various socio-demographic and well-being determinants impact this ability. The study utilizes data from 38,124 employed heads of households who participated in the Abu Dhabi Quality-of-Life (QoL) survey conducted in 2021. A hierarchical regression model was... [...] Read more