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| Paper Type | : | Research Paper |
| Title | : | Leisure Patterns Among Nigerian University Lecturers: the Potential for Leisure Education in Industries |
| Country | : | Nigeria |
| Authors | : | T. V. Bakare |
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: | 10.9790/0837-0120108  |
Abstract: Regular leisure activities obviously have their health benefits and effect on productivity and when adults do not have enough of leisure activities or rest, there are bound to be negative repercussions. University lecturers are expected to perform optimally, but there are mitigating circumstances like external stressors and inadequate provision of facilities that may lead to stress and, if not well managed, can affect the productivity level. This survey was conducted on Lecturers in Nigerian Universities where 250 were randomly selected from six Nigerian Universities cutting across Private, Federal and State Universities. Five research questions guided the study and two hypotheses were tested. A set of researcher-designed and validated questionnaire 'Questionnaire on Lecturers' Leisure Time Activities' (QLLTA) were used to collect data. Analysis was done using percentages, Chi-Squared and Factorial analysis. Results show a somewhat adequate awareness of leisure time activities and provision of facilities; however Lecturers cited work and time constraints and family responsibilities as possible deterrents to participating in leisure activities. The introduction of specialists like leisure counselors, among others, was recommended to conduct leisure education.
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| Paper Type | : | Research Paper |
| Title | : | To Compare The Effect Of Core Stability Exercises And Muscle Energy Techniques On Low Back Pain Patients. |
| Country | : | India |
| Authors | : | Shivalika, Apoorv Narain, Jagmohan Singh, Sabyasachi Bhowmik |
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: | 10.9790/6737-0120915 |
Abstract: Low back pain is considered one of the commonest condition in the western and industrialized countries. It is estimated that up to 50% of adults experience low back pain during their life span. People of all age group can be effected by this menace irrespective to their gender and quality of life. It has become one of the leading causes for the visit to physician thus also puts a heavy burden on the currency of the country. Physiotherapy is the most widely used form of treatment adopted for gaining relief from low back pain. The exercises include stretching, strengthening, range of motion exercises, McKenzie therapy and core stability exercises other techniques like muscle energy technique etc.
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| Paper Type | : | Research Paper |
| Title | : | Practices and Cultural Consumption among Tunisians School Youth |
| Country | : | Tunisia |
| Authors | : | Fairouz Azaiez |
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: | 10.9790/6737-0121626 |
Abstract: The Tunisian habituation ability to the profound changes that affect with the same way all industrialized countries depends on the skills, qualifications and openness to the world. The Practices and cultural consumption of school youth are a major asset for social and economic development of modern Tunisia. The first studies on the culture was made by Tylor in 1871, who defined culture as the knowledge beliefs, arts, laws and customs acquired by man as a member of society. The time of the educated youth, characterized by behaviors and tastes to this class is associated with specific cultural practices and sociability. This study shows that leisure activities among sfaxians aged 15 to 25 years perfectly illustrate these characteristics. Indeed, being young and single mode promotes leisure outward. School youth reject practices leisure with sociability centered on family and develop a strong friendly sociability prefer reading novels and finally practice especially psychomotor sports games (predominantly female) and sociomotor (male-dominated).
Keywords: Youth, Leisure, Cultural Practices, Cultural Consumption
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