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Open Access Article Economics

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

Maria Afreen

10-17

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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 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 Social Sciences

Marital Beliefs, Marital Virtues, and Neighborhood Cohesion as Predictors of Marital Satisfaction in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia: A Multilevel Analysis

Shimelis Wondimu, Tamirie Andualem

22-33

Abstract Views : 897

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10.36923/ijsser.v6i1.246

Abstract: This study examines the role of marital beliefs, marital virtues, and neighborhood cohesion in marital satisfaction among 386 participants in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The study used a descriptive correlational study design. Participants were selected using multistage random sampling techniques, and data were collected using a questionnaire. Multilevel modeling was employed to analyze the data. Findings indicated that all marital beliefs,... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Social Sciences

The Cultural Nature of Mourning In South African Black Families: A Systematic Review

Calphurnia Mmathato Rammutla

29-40

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10.36923/ijsser.v7i1.276

Abstract: This systematic review investigates the cultural nature of mourning among Black South African families. The study focuses on the unique cultural dimensions that shape grieving processes within diverse South African communities. Given the country’s rich tapestry of ethnic groups and religious affiliations, mourning practices vary significantly across regions and social groups. These variations are particularly pronounced in rural areas, where... [...] 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 Social Sciences

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

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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

Open Access Article Business Management and Administration

Rituals of Openness: Vulnerability Practices in Multidisciplinary Professional Settings Beyond Healthcare

Israr Ahmad, Shahid Mehmood

50-63

Abstract Views : 563

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10.36923/ijsser.v7i1.297

Abstract: Professional cultures often valorize control, expertise, and emotional composure, rendering vulnerability a counter-normative and high-risk act. While recent scholarship has begun to conceptualize vulnerability as a relational strength, less is known about how professionals in non-clinical, multidisciplinary settings practice and interpret emotional disclosure. Building on the process model introduced by Bouchard et al. (2025), this study... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Social Sciences

Under Pressure to Perform: How Social Cues in Academia Shape Perfectionism Among Early-Career Scholars

Muhammad Naveed

24-36

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10.36923/ijsser.v7i2.314

Abstract: Perfectionism is increasingly recognized as a socially driven psychological experience shaped by workplace environments. Drawing on and extending the dual-cycle model of perfectionism developed by Goodwin, Lupu, and Creed, this qualitative study investigates how social cues within academia influence the development of maladaptive and adaptive perfectionism among early-career scholars. Based on in-depth interviews with 42 participants,... [...] Read more

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Marital Beliefs, Marital Virtues, and Neighborhood Cohesion as Predictors of Marital Satisfaction in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia: A Multilevel Analysis

The Cultural Nature of Mourning In South African Black Families: A Systematic Review

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

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

Rituals of Openness: Vulnerability Practices in Multidisciplinary Professional Settings Beyond Healthcare

Under Pressure to Perform: How Social Cues in Academia Shape Perfectionism Among Early-Career Scholars

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