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'I cannot stop taking weed cos it makes me survive': cannabis use, criminal sanctions and users' experiences in Nigeria.

Authors : Nelson, Ediomo-Ubong Ekpo (AUTHOR)

Subjects: CANNABIS (Genus); HUMANITARIANISM; DRUG abuseNIGERIA

Source: Drugs: Education, Prevention & Policy. Apr2023, Vol. 30 Issue 2, p196-203. 8p.

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A Family-Focused, Sibling-Synchronous Intervention in Borno State, Nigeria: Exploring the Impact on Family Functioning and Household Gender Roles.

Authors : Seff, Ilana; Steven, Shadrack; Gillespie, Alli

Subjects: FAMILIES & psychology; VIOLENCE prevention; GENDER roleNIGERIA

Source: Journal of Family Violence. Apr2023, Vol. 38 Issue 3, p419-431. 13p. 1 Diagram, 1 Chart.

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Knowledge, perception, attitude, and practice of complementary and alternative medicine by health care workers in Garki hospital Abuja, Nigeria.

Authors : Onche, Enole Jennifer; Oluwasanu, Mojisola Morenike; John-Akinola, Yetunde Olufisayo

Subjects: CROSS-sectional method; SCALE analysis (Psychology); PROFESSIONAL practiceNIGERIA

Source: BMC Complementary Medicine & Therapies; 5/9/2024, Vol. 24 Issue 1, p1-11, 11p

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Mbari and uncle Nicodemus: Male representations in the heterosexual discourse among female undergraduates in Nigeria.

Authors : Uwen, God'sgift Ogban

Subjects: SEXUAL orientation; SEXUAL partners; LIFESTYLESNIGERIA

Source: Sexual & Relationship Therapy; May2024, Vol. 39 Issue 2, p578-597, 20p

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Hurried Child Syndrome in Schools: A Blessing or Curse? Understanding the Causes and Implications on the Well-Being of the Hurried Child in Ebonyi State, Nigeria.

Authors : Okah, Paulinus; Okwor, Rachel

Subjects: PARENT-child relationships; SCHOOLS; SOCIAL servicesNIGERIA

Source: Journal of Evidence-Based Social Work (2640-8066); May/Jun2024, Vol. 21 Issue 3, p394-411, 18p

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Exploring the lived experiences of (un)employment among visually impaired persons in Nigeria: Implications for policy and practice.

Authors : Okonji, Emeka Patrick; Okonji, Patrick Ifechukwude; Connors, Elyse

Subjects: VISION disorders; QUALITATIVE research; UNEMPLOYMENTNIGERIA

Source: British Journal of Visual Impairment; May2024, Vol. 42 Issue 2, p505-517, 13p

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Ethnobotany and Phytochemical Composition of Alchornea cordifolia in Abia State Nigeria.

Authors : Enyiukwu, David Nwazuo; Amadioha, Anderson Chidi; Bassey, Inemesit Ndarake

Subjects: PHYTOTHERAPY; QUESTIONNAIRES; INTERVIEWINGNIGERIA

Source: International Journal of Traditional & Complementary Medicine Research; nis2024, Vol. 5 Issue 1, p6-18, 13p

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Difficult but achievable: medical social workers' experiences transiting older adults from hospital care to nursing home in Nigeria.

Authors : Esther Oyebade, Olanike; Oyinlola, Oluwagbemiga; Asenjo Palma, Cristina

Subjects: WORK; SOCIAL workers; QUALITATIVE researchNIGERIA

Source: Social Work in Health Care; 2024, Vol. 63 Issue 4/5, p370-384, 15p

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Qualitative Analysis of Coping Strategies Among Older Persons During COVID-19 Lockdown in Nigeria: Considerations for Community Health Promotion.

Authors : Adedeji, Isaac A.; Lawal, Saheed Akinmayowa; Aluko-Arowolo, Sola

Subjects: RISK assessment; COMMUNITY health services; FEARNIGERIA

Source: Community Health Equity Research & Policy; Apr2024, Vol. 44 Issue 3, p253-263, 11p

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Exploring the dietary practices and perceptions of African immigrants in Illinois- a qualitative study of immigrants from Nigeria and Congo.

Authors : Akingbule, Oluwatosin; Teran-Garcia, Margarita; Alston, Reginald

Subjects: IMMIGRANTS; COOKING; FRUITCONGO (Brazzaville); NIGERIA; ILLINOIS

Source: Ethnicity & Health; Apr2024, Vol. 29 Issue 3, p353-370, 18p

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Vulnerable children aiding visually challenged beggars in Nigeria: Need for social work intervention.

Authors : Nnama‐Okechukwu, Chinwe U.; Ebimgbo, Samuel O.; Agha, Agha A.

Subjects: SOCIAL workers; INTERVIEWING; EXPERIENCENIGERIA

Source: Children & Society. Mar2023, Vol. 37 Issue 2, p616-633. 18p. 2 Charts.

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Education Full Text (H.W. Wilson)

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Death is the cause of my predicament: A cross-cultural study of death-related personal names in Nigeria.

Authors : Mensah, Eyo O.

Subjects: ATTITUDES toward death; TERMS & phrases; HEALTH attitudesNIGERIA

Source: Death Studies; 2024, Vol. 48 Issue 7, p641-651, 11p

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Oath-taking and resolution of issues of death accusation in Ebonyi state, South East Nigeria: evidence from bereaved family members.

Authors : Ekpechu, Joseph Ogbonnaya Alo; Nwosu, Innocent Ahamefule; Onuoha, Ogobuchi Onuoha

Subjects: CAUSES of death; FOCUS groups; RITES & ceremoniesNIGERIA

Source: Death Studies. 2022, Vol. 46 Issue 10, p2327-2334. 8p.

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Exploring Older Adults' Perception of Living in Residential Care Facilities as an Alternative Care Option: Tales from Older Adults in Southeastern Nigeria.

Authors : Agbawodikeizu, Patricia U.; Ekoh, Prince Chiagozie; Tanyi, Perpetua Lum

Subjects: HEALTH education; CULTURE; ACTIVE agingNIGERIA

Source: Ageing International; Mar2024, Vol. 49 Issue 1, p1-21, 21p

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Sexual violence against women living with albinism in Nigeria: exploring abuse within a disability-specific context.

Authors : Aborisade, Richard A.

Subjects: RISK of violence; FEMINISM; PSYCHOLOGICAL vulnerabilityNIGERIA

Source: Journal of Sexual Aggression; Mar2024, Vol. 30 Issue 1, p78-91, 14p

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'Every Woman Wants to Know What Came out of Her Body': Grief Experiences of Women After Stillbirth in Nigeria.

Authors : Popoola, Tosin; Skinner, Joan; Woods, Martin

Subjects: GRIEF; RESEARCH methodology; INTERVIEWINGNIGERIA

Source: Omega: Journal of Death & Dying; Mar2024, Vol. 88 Issue 4, p1275-1289, 15p

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Feeling 'Happy, Loved, Cherished, Desired' and 'Hopeful for the Future': Disabled Women in Nigeria Talk About Sex and Pleasure.

Authors : Okotie, Ejiro Sharon; Jolly, Susie

Subjects: WOMEN; PLEASURE; QUALITATIVE researchENGLAND; NIGERIA

Source: Sexuality & Disability; Mar2024, Vol. 42 Issue 1, p85-99, 15p

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Examining the Utility of the Early Childhood Development Index (ECDI) among Children in the Nigeria Context.

Authors : Enelamah, Ngozi V.; Rao, Smitha; Lombe, Margaret

Subjects: CRONBACH'S alpha; RESEARCH methodology evaluation; QUESTIONNAIRESNIGERIA

Source: Children; Mar2024, Vol. 11 Issue 3, p361, 18p

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Addiction stigma and opioid use in chronic non‐cancer pain management in Nigeria.

Authors : Nelson, Ediomo‐Ubong E.

Subjects: CHRONIC pain treatment; SUBSTANCE abuse; HEALTH services accessibilityNIGERIA

Source: Sociology of Health & Illness; Mar2024, Vol. 46 Issue 3, p457-472, 16p

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Exploring Perceptions of Cesarean Sections among Postpartum Women in Nigeria: A Qualitative Study.

Authors : Michael, Turnwait Otu; Agbana, Richard Dele; Naidoo, Kammila

Subjects: CESAREAN section; HEALTH literacy; MATERNAL health servicesNIGERIA

Source: Women (2673-4184); Mar2024, Vol. 4 Issue 1, p73-85, 13p

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Factors influencing adolescent pregnancies with intent for child trafficking in selected vulnerable communities in Nigeria: A qualitative exploration.

Authors : Michael, Turnwait O.; Ojo, Tolulope F.; Agbana, Richard D.

Subjects: HUMAN trafficking prevention; HEALTH services accessibility; QUALITATIVE researchNIGERIA

Source: African Journal of Reproductive Health; Mar2024, Vol. 28 Issue 3, p50-62, 13p

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Acceptability of IV iron treatment for iron deficiency anaemia in pregnancy in Nigeria: a qualitative study with pregnant women, domestic decision-makers, and health care providers.

Authors : Akinajo, Opeyemi R.; Babah, Ochuwa A.; Banke-Thomas, Aduragbemi

Subjects: FAMILIES & psychology; THERAPEUTICS; DRUG efficacyNIGERIA

Source: Reproductive Health; 2/13/2024, Vol. 21 Issue 1, p1-16, 16p

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Translation and psychometric assessment of the mastectomy module of the BREAST-Q questionnaire for use in Nigeria.

Authors : Olasehinde, Olalekan; Lynch, Kathleen A.; Goldman, Debra A.

Subjects: STATISTICS; STATISTICAL reliability; RESEARCH evaluationNIGERIA

Source: Journal of Patient-Reported Outcomes; 2/9/2024, Vol. 8, p1-8, 8p

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Menstrual hygiene practices of adolescent secondary school girls in rural Anambra communities.

Authors : Onubogu, Chinyere Ukamaka; Umeh, Uche Marian; Mbachu, Chioma Ngozichukwu Pauline

Subjects: HIGH schools; SCIENTIFIC observation; RURAL conditionsNIGERIA

Source: Women's Health (17455057); 2/6/2024, p1-9, 9p

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Church leader's Interpretation of COVID-19 in Nigeria: Science, Conspiracies, and Spiritualization.

Authors : Nche, George C.; Agbo, Uchechukwu M.; Okwueze, Malachy I.

Subjects: HEALTH policy; HEALTH education; COVID-19NIGERIA

Source: Journal of Religion & Health; Feb2024, Vol. 63 Issue 1, p741-764, 24p

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Use of coercion in mental healthcare services in Nigeria: Service providers' perspective.

Authors : Aluh, Deborah Oyine; Ayilara, Olaniyi; Onu, Justus Uchenna

Subjects: ATTITUDES of medical personnel; RESEARCH methodology; INTERVIEWINGNIGERIA

Source: Journal of Mental Health; Feb2024, Vol. 33 Issue 1, p75-83, 9p

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The COVID-19 Pandemic's Impact on Health Service Utilization Among Pregnant Women in Three Nigerian States: A Mixed Methods Study.

Authors : Orji, Bright; Bryce, Emily; Odio, Bartholomew

Subjects: FOCUS groups; IMMUNIZATION; CONFIDENCE intervalsNIGERIA

Source: Maternal & Child Health Journal; Feb2024, Vol. 28 Issue 2, p294-302, 9p

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How will I live this life that I'm trying to save? Being a female breast cancer survivor in Nigeria.

Authors : Nwakasi, Candidus; Esiaka, Darlingtina; Chinelo, Nduka

Subjects: CHRONIC diseases & psychology; CANCER patient psychology; HEALTH educationSUB-Saharan Africa; NIGERIA

Source: Ethnicity & Health; Feb2024, Vol. 29 Issue 2, p147-163, 17p

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'...Because We're the Minority, We're Neglected': Exploring Gender-Specific Problems Facing Female Inmates in a Male Custodial Centre.

Authors : Arua, Mercy Chioma; Nnam, Macpherson Uchenna; Arua, Christopher Chukwu

Subjects: HYGIENE products; FEMININE hygiene products; CORRECTIONAL institutionsNIGERIA

Source: Journal of Aggression, Maltreatment & Trauma; Feb2024, Vol. 33 Issue 2, p179-199, 21p

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Depression and post-traumatic stress disorder among women experiencing spontaneous abortion in Katsina, North Western Nigeria.

Authors : Umar, Hurera; Ajuwon, Ademola J.

Subjects: MENTAL depression risk factors; MISCARRIAGE; POST-traumatic stress disorderNIGERIA

Source: African Journal of Reproductive Health; 2024 Supplement, Vol. 28, p37-44, 8p

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"I choose to do abortion because I wasn't ready to take care of a child single-handedly": Identity constructions in Nigerian women's abortion narratives.

Authors : Ugah, Helen U.; Jegede, Omolayo O.

Subjects: GROUP identity; INTERVIEWING; CULTURENIGERIA

Source: African Journal of Reproductive Health; 2024 Supplement, Vol. 28, p110-120, 11p

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Male partner involvement in abortion decision-making among adolescents and young adults in Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria.

Authors : Olodude, Opeyemi D.; Adojutelegan, Yinka A.

Subjects: SEXUAL partners; RESEARCH funding; INTERVIEWINGNIGERIA

Source: African Journal of Reproductive Health; 2024 Supplement, Vol. 28, p102-109, 8p

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"Instead of killing myself, I would rather go for it": Abortion experiences among adolescent girls and young women in low-income communities of Ibadan, Nigeria.

Authors : Ikuteyijo, Olutoyin O.; Akinyemi, Akanni I.; Bankole, Akinrinola

Subjects: ABORTION & psychology; MIDDLE-income countries; FEARNIGERIA

Source: African Journal of Reproductive Health; 2024 Supplement, Vol. 28, p57-67, 11p

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Perceptions of and barriers to uptake of contraceptives in plantation farming communities of Cross River State, Nigeria: A qualitative inquiry.

Authors : Undelikwo, Veronica A.; Bassey, Glory E.; Ikpi, Ntongha E.

Subjects: CONTRACEPTION; AGRICULTURE; RESEARCH methodologyNIGERIA

Source: African Journal of Reproductive Health; Feb2024, Vol. 28 Issue 2, p83-95, 13p

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A qualitative assessment of the impact of a community-embedded intervention on beneficiaries' attitudes and beliefs about adolescent sexual reproductive health in Ebonyi State, Southeast, Nigeria.

Authors : Agu, Chibuike Innocent; Agu, Ifunanya Clara; Mbachu, Chinyere Ojiugo

Subjects: AFFINITY groups; HEALTH services accessibility; MEDICINE information servicesNIGERIA

Source: Reproductive Health; 1/11/2024, Vol. 21 Issue 1, p1-12, 12p

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‘I have to pretend that I don’t care’: Stigma management among unmarried young mothers in South-Western Nigeria.

Authors : Oluseye, Ayomide; Waterhouse, Philippa; Hoggart, Lesley

Subjects: PSYCHOLOGICAL resilience; MENTAL health; RESEARCH fundingNIGERIA

Source: Global Public Health; Jan2024, Vol. 19 Issue 1, p1-14, 14p

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Assessing interprofessional and integrated care in providing sexual and reproductive health services to adolescents at primary healthcare level in Nigeria.

Authors : Agwu, Prince; Agu, Ifunanya; Ezumah, Nkoli

Subjects: INTERPROFESSIONAL relations; REPRODUCTIVE health; PATIENT safetyNIGERIA

Source: International Journal of Health Governance; 2024, Vol. 29 Issue 1, p70-83, 14p

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Leading in a time of crisis: exploring early experiences of health facility leaders during the COVID-19 pandemic in Nigeria's epicentre.

Authors : Balogun, Mobolanle; Dada, Festus Opeyemi; Oladimeji, Adetola

Subjects: HEALTH services administrators; RESEARCH; SOCIAL supportNIGERIA

Source: Leadership in Health Services (1751-1879); 2024, Vol. 37 Issue 1, p1-15, 15p

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Assessment of housing quality in the Greater Karu Urban Area, Nigeria: A case of unplanned urbanization.

Authors : Oluwadare, Tunrayo; Oluwafemi, Funmilayo; Fasoro, Ayodeji

Subjects: CROSS-sectional method; RESEARCH methodology; INTERVIEWINGNIGERIA

Source: Journal of Human Behavior in the Social Environment; 2024, Vol. 34 Issue 1, p56-68, 13p

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Re-Negotiating Self-Identity: Exploring the Role of Motherhood-Indicative Labels in Constructing Nigerian Mother's Identity.

Authors : Odunsi, Ifeoluwatobi A.; Hosek, Angela M.

Subjects: NEGOTIATION; INTERVIEWING; PSYCHOLOGICAL adaptationNIGERIA

Source: Journal of Family Communication; Jan-Jun2024, Vol. 24 Issue 1/2, p65-81, 17p

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An Exploratory Study of the Situation of Persons with Disabilities in Nigeria: Practice Consideration for Social Workers.

Authors : Onalu, Chinyere; Chukwu, Ngozi; Nnama-Okechukwu, Chinwe Ulaebuchukwu

Subjects: RESEARCH; FOCUS groups; HEALTH services accessibilityNIGERIA

Source: Journal of Evidence-Based Social Work (2640-8066); Jan/Feb2024, Vol. 21 Issue 1, p90-103, 14p

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Lessons of Hope and Resilience: A Co-Produced Qualitative Study of the Experiences of Youth Living with Psychosis During the COVID-19 Pandemic in Nigeria.

Authors : Bella-Awusah, Tolulope; Abdurahman, Haleem; Omobowale, Olubukola

Subjects: COVID-19; INDIVIDUAL development; PSYCHOSESNIGERIA

Source: Community Mental Health Journal; Jan2024, Vol. 60 Issue 1, p47-59, 13p

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Silent screams: Listening to and making meaning from the voices of abused children.

Authors : Iorfa, Steven Kator; Effiong, James Edem; Apejoye, Alice

Subjects: CHILD sexual abuse; PHYSICIAN-patient relations; INTERVIEWINGNIGERIA

Source: Child: Care, Health & Development. Sep2022, Vol. 48 Issue 5, p702-707. 6p. 1 Chart.

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Inhaling thick smoke: cannabis subculture, community forming and socio-structural challenges in Nigeria.

Authors : Ugwu, Ugochukwu T. (AUTHOR); Dumbili, Emeka W. (AUTHOR)

Subjects: SUBSTANCE abuse laws; CULTURE; CANNABIS (Genus)NIGERIA

Source: Drugs: Education, Prevention & Policy. Aug2022, Vol. 29 Issue 4, p345-354. 10p.

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Berom cultural beliefs and attitudes towards mental health problems in Nigeria: a mixed-methods study.

Authors : Jidong, Dung Ezekiel; Ike, Tarela Juliet; Tribe, Rachel

Subjects: ATTITUDES toward mental illness; RESEARCH methodology; MULTIPLE regression analysisNIGERIA

Source: Mental Health, Religion & Culture. Jun2022, Vol. 25 Issue 5, p504-518. 15p. 2 Charts.

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Social isolation is associated with major depressive disorders among women accessing HIV/AIDS care in Nigeria.

Authors : Abiodun, Olumide; Sodeinde, Kolawole; Imhonopi, Gloria

Subjects: HIV infections & psychology; MENTAL depression risk factors; HIV infectionsNIGERIA

Source: AIDS Care. Jun2022, Vol. 34 Issue 6, p741-745. 5p. 2 Charts.

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Perceived Adequacy of Material Support Systems Available to the Childless Older Adults in Southeastern Nigeria: Implications for Social Workers.

Authors : Ebimgbo, Samuel O.; Nnama-Okechukwu, Chinwe U.; Onalu, Chinyere E.

Subjects: SOCIAL workers; COMMUNITY support; INTERVIEWINGNIGERIA

Source: Ageing International; Dec2023, Vol. 48 Issue 4, p1028-1048, 21p

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Violence experienced by orphans in institutionalized care and family settings in Nigeria.

Authors : Gabriel Akintomide, Akinjide; Bukola Babalola, Oyeyemi; Oyewunmi Ekundayo, Opeyemi

Subjects: PSYCHOLOGICAL abuse; ORPHANAGES; CHILD sexual abuseNIGERIA

Source: Vulnerable Children & Youth Studies; Dec2023, Vol. 18 Issue 4, p581-594, 14p