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Open Access Article Social Sciences

Beyond Legal Recognition: Policy Parity and the Governance of Intersex Health Equity in Kenya

Cindy A. Ogolla Jean-Baptiste, Lavinia Ogolla
58-66
Abstract Views : 318
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10.36923/ijsser.v8i1.362

Abstract: Intersex persons are born with variations in sex characteristics, including chromosomal, gonadal, hormonal, anatomical, or reproductive traits that do not fit conventional binary definitions of male and female bodies. Although Kenya has become one of the most visible African jurisdictions in the formal recognition of intersex persons through litigation, the 2019 national census, statutory recognition of intersex children, and draft... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Social Sciences

Environmental And Health Implications of Waste Disposal Sites In The Lesotho Lowlands

Mamello Motaung, Hester Roberts, Pakiso Makhoahle
56-69
Abstract Views : 1208
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10.36923/ijsser.v6i2.270

Abstract: Many Southern African countries, including Lesotho, face severe health and environmental issues attributed to waste disposal. The purpose of this study is to assessed the environmental and health impacts on residents living in proximity to disposal sites in the lowlands of Lesotho. A descriptive cross-sectional design was employed, using a semi-structured questionnaire and observation method. A mapping device was used, and photographs were... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Economics

An Empirical Analysis of the Impact of Government Health Expenditures on the Performance of the Health Sector in Nigeria

Gwaison Panan Danladi
39-49
Abstract Views : 1213
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10.36923/ijsser.v3i3.113

Abstract: The purpose of this study is to investigate the impact of government health expenditures on the performance of the health sector in Nigeria over the period from 1979 to 2019. The study employs an ex-post facto research design and utilizes annual time series data obtained from the World Development Indicators (WDI) and the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Statistical Bulletin. To analyze the data, the dynamic ordinary least square (DOLS)... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Economics

Empirical Analysis of the Effect of Foreign Direct Investment on Health Status in Sub-Saharan Africa: What Role for Governance?

kossi Ayenagbo
1-08
Abstract Views : 1107
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10.36923/ijsser.v4i3.167

Abstract: This study aims to empirically investigate how governance affects the impact of foreign direct investment (FDI) on health outcomes in Sub-Saharan Africa, focusing on infant and child mortality rates. The study employs an econometric approach, using a dynamic panel model for 44 Sub-Saharan African countries over the period 2002 to 2019. The Generalized Method of Moments (GMM) is applied to address potential endogeneity issues and to produce... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Economics

Financial Inclusion, Household Decision-making and Child Health Outcome in Nigeria

Kemi Funlayo Akeju
47-56
Abstract Views : 1246
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10.36923/ijsser.v6i2.262

Abstract: This study aims to investigate the impact of financial inclusion and household decision-making on child health outcomes in Nigeria. Specifically, it explores how financial inclusion—measured through mobile phone usage for financial transactions, bank account ownership, and mobile digital payment methods—interacts with women's decision-making power regarding earnings and household purchases to influence child health. Using data from the 2018... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Social Sciences

Impact of Globalization, Women's Empowerment, and Maternal Health in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA)

kossi Ayenagbo
1-09
Abstract Views : 1782
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10.36923/ijsser.v4i2.157

Abstract: The purpose of this study is to examine the impact of globalization and women's empowerment on maternal health in Sub-Saharan Africa. The study utilizes a dynamic panel model applied to a sample of 37 Sub-Saharan African countries, covering the period from 2000 to 2017. For a more granular analysis, the sample is divided into four regional subgroups. The Generalized Method of Moments (GMM) estimator is employed for the overall African... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Social Sciences

An Estimate of Average Cost of Hypertension and its catastrophic effect on the people living with hypertension: Patients’ perception from two Hospitals in Abuja, Nigeria

Idris Abubakar, Obansa S. A. J
11-20
Abstract Views : 1517
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10.36923/ijsser.v2i2.62

Abstract: The study aimed to investigate the high prevalence and associated costs of treating hypertension, focusing on its direct average cost and its catastrophic effect on sufferers in Nigeria. Utilizing a descriptive survey research design, data were collected through structured questionnaires administered to patients at the University of Abuja Teaching Hospital and National Hospital, Abuja, Nigeria. The data were analyzed using SPSS version 22,... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Law and Legal Studies

Increasing Transparency for Consumers Showing Probabilities of Virtual Items in Loot Boxes in Digital Games

Philipp Christian Lohse
23-28
Abstract Views : 1537
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10.36923/ijsser.v2i3.68

Abstract: This study aims to investigate the public acceptance of potential loot box regulation in digital games, focusing on the similarities between loot boxes and gambling, and the need for increased transparency. An online survey was conducted in July 2019, targeting participants from Germany, Hungary, South Africa, Thailand, the United Kingdom, and the United States of America. The survey collected data on consumer preferences regarding the... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Economics

Nudge Theory in Finance and Public Policy: A Review of Evidence, Policy Applications, and Controversies

Hailun Li
79– 91
Abstract Views : 192
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10.36923/ijsser.v8i1.363

Abstract: This study examines the development, applications, and controversies of nudge theory, with particular emphasis on its role in financial decision-making and public policy. It seeks to clarify how nudge-based interventions influence behavior, where they are most effective, and what ethical and practical limitations shape their application. The study adopts a narrative review approach within the interdisciplinary framework of behavioral... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Economics

Effect of Substance Abuse on Nigeria’s Economic Performance

khayere Jossy Ijie, Abdurrauf Babalola, Muhammad Yelwa
34-43
Abstract Views : 3539
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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 Special Issue

Regional Disparities In Human Development: The Case Of Moroccan Regions

Nour Eddine Aguenane
29-33
Abstract Views : 979
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10.36923/ijsser.v2i2.57

Abstract: This study aims to examine regional disparities in human development across the 10 regions of Morocco. Specifically, the objectives are to: a) create a typology of the regions based on their human development levels, b) develop a synthetic regional indicator, and c) measure the extent of regional disparities. The analysis utilizes statistical data from the 2017 household panel survey conducted by the National Human Development Observatory in... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Economics

Construction of an Industry Cycle Indicator for Profitability Prediction Analysis of Aggregate Firms in Bangladesh

Maria Afreen
10-17
Abstract Views : 1023
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10.36923/ijsser.v2i4.76

Abstract: The purpose of this study was to construct a unique industry cycle indicator (ICI) for Bangladeshi aggregate firms within the industrial sector, aiming to provide early signals of industrial vulnerability, identify turning points, and evaluate predictive performance. The methodology involved constructing the ICI following the approach of the Conference Board (2000) and testing its robustness with a macro-stress test using lagged independent... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Business Management and Administration

Operational Risk Management And Performance of Cooperative Microfinance In Thailand

Haris Annannab, Arpah Abu Bakar, Shazida Jan Bt. Mohd Khan
18-25
Abstract Views : 2131
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10.36923/ijsser.v4i1.148

Abstract: The purpose of this study is to investigate the impact of operational risk management (ORM) on the performance of cooperative microfinance institutions, with a particular focus on the moderating role of specialization in this relationship. Using a quantitative research approach, survey questionnaires were distributed to 455 senior officers from savings and credit cooperative microfinance service providers (MSPs) in Thailand. Data analysis was... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Economics

Human Capabilities and Instrumental Freedoms Relationship: An Empirical Investigation

Nour Eddine Aguenane
12-22
Abstract Views : 954
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10.36923/ijsser.v2i3.65

Abstract: This study aims to explore the role of instrumental freedoms in enhancing human capabilities and the process of human development. Specifically, it examines the effects of political freedoms, economic facilities, transparency guarantees, social opportunities, and protective security on health, education, housing, employment, and communication and mobility capabilities. The study employs a hierarchical structural model using the partial least... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Social Sciences

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

Calphurnia Mmathato Rammutla, Modjadji Linda Shirindi
1-11
Abstract Views : 3630
Download :380
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

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