International Journal of Sociology and Anthropology

09/06/2021

Health and illness, between culture and territory on the practice of medical profession in Italy at the beginning of the third millennium

In international literature there is an hypothesis on a shift in medical profession between elite and basis professionists. Some authors are more radical, because they consider some medical specializations in different autonomous professions, sometimes in conflict between themselves.

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02/06/2021

Representational system and excessive alcohol consumption by seniors Agni-Sanwi (IvoryCoast)

This study highlights the impact of alcohol on the health of the elderly in Agni-Sanwi society in Côte d'Ivoire.

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26/05/2021

Self-awareness and the quest for belonging in Russian life stories in Latvia

The article features interviews from the National Oral History Project “Ethnic and Narrative Diversity in Life Story Constructions in Latvia” to summarize the self-understanding of the Russian-speaking minority.

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In the 20th century, Latvia has experienced the proclamation of the state, then the loss of independence and the restoration of independence. At such a difficult time in history, the country has changed in terms of demography, ethnicity and linguistic culture. The article features interviews from th...

21/04/2021

Postpartum consultation attendance at the maternity ward in Sokoura, Côte d’Ivoire

This study investigates why postpartum women cannot or will not receive postpartum consultations at the maternity ward in Sokoura, Côte d’Ivoire. It aims to present the sociocultural, economic, infrastructural and organisational factors limiting new mothers’ access to postpartum care and to suggest ways to encourage them to seek out such care.

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06/04/2021

Challenges to vital registration in Nigeria

The objective of this study was to investigate and reveal the socio-demographic factors affecting civil registration in Nigeria.

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15/03/2021

Analysis of adolescents’ social competence: A Ghanaian perspective.

The study examined social competence of adolescents and ascertained variations in the group based on gender, type of parents they lived with, and community of residence.

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17/02/2021

What Transformative Leaders do: Emerging Perspectives in the 21st Century.

This paper examines the call for transformative leadership in the 21st century. It explores recent published articles on the subject matter in order to establish the expectations of a transformative leader.

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10/02/2021

Socio-economic conditions of street children: The case of Shashemene Town, Oromia National Regional State, Ethiopia.

This research examines the socio-economic conditions of street children in Shashemene Town of Oromia National Regional State.

Full study: https://academicjournals.org/journal/IJSA/article-abstract/898F31759759

01/02/2021

Controversy and conflict over cemeteries and burials in Wolaita, South western Ethiopia.

This study intends to further explore the challenging nature of cemetery issues in rural and urban areas from different perspectives.

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22/01/2021

Promoting female leaders in Somali Region, Ethiopia: An entrepreneurship approach.

This study tries to assess gender roles, access and control in dairy business and entrepreneurship and its implication on women leadership in the three woredas of Somali region.

Full research: https://academicjournals.org/journal/IJSA/article-abstract/B40B56260982

18/01/2021

Controversy and conflict over cemeteries and burials in Wolaita, South western Ethiopia.

This study intends explore the challenging nature of cemetery issues in rural and urban areas from different perspectives.

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13/01/2021

Socio-cultural and economic impacts of development induced displacement on resettled people: The case of Welkayt Sugar Factory in Tigray Region, Ethiopia.

The study aimed at examining the socio-cultural situation of the displaced people after their displacement and assessing the economic consequences of the development induced displacement on the livelihoods of the displaced people.

Full study: https://academicjournals.org/journal/IJSA/article-abstract/E01FE1765768

04/01/2021

Jungle justice in Lagos metropolis, Nigeria.

This study, therefore, is a qualitative investigation of the phenomenon of jungle justice in Lagos metropolis, Nigeria.

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26/10/2020

Knowledge and perceptions of female ge***al mutilation among African immigrant women in Windsor, Canada.

The objective of this is to investigate African immigrant women’s perceptions of female ge***al mutilation (FGM) within the Canadian Criminal Code.

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26/10/2020

Moral panic and social order: Analysis of Akwa Ibom street children.

The aim of this study is to analyze the instance of Akwa Ibom street children from the standpoint of moral panic. The intent is to highlight the consequences of street living both to the children themselves and to the society at large.

Full study at: https://academicjournals.org/journal/IJSA/article-abstract/F4FD98063378

26/10/2020

Q***r spirituality of black le****ns in Bloemfontein, South Africa.

This exploration involves an examination of how the research participants manage to integrate their spiritual/religious identities with their different sexual orientation.

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26/10/2020

‘They deceived us’: Narratives of Addis Ababa development-induced displaced peasants.

This paper explores the impacts of the fast spatial expansion of Addis Ababa, the capital city of Ethiopia, on the suburb small-scale farming community.

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26/10/2020

Lived experiences of young Emirati women in the combined family: Extending and rethinking sociological concepts.

This research propose the concept of combined family to show a unique pattern of family relationships and economic participation that exists in some areas of UAE that combines the wealthiest and modernized appearances with the oldest traditions.

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26/10/2020

A comparative analysis on the perspectives of African Feminism Vs Western Feminism: philosophical debate with their criticism and its implication for women’s rights in Ethiopia context.

The aim of this review is to analyze the African and Western feminism philosophical debate and its implication for women’s rights in Ethiopia context.

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26/10/2020

Witchcraft stigmatization and abuse of children in Akwa-Ibom state, Nigeria.

The objective of this study is to explore the perception of witchcraft held by Eket people and examine how it underscores the stigmatization and abuse of labeled children.

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26/10/2020

A concentric approach to understanding herders-farmers clashes in Benue and Nasarawa States, Nigeria.

This paper provides a theoretical appraisal as regards the phenomenon of Herders and farmers clashes in north central of Nigeria, specifically “Benue” and “Nassarawa” States.

Full article: https://academicjournals.org/journal/IJSA/article-full-text-pdf/E4FB68261456

26/10/2020

Home truths behind closed doors: Reciting the lived experiences of child domestic workers in selected towns of Gedeo Zone, Southern Ethiopia.

This qualitative study was aimed at looking into the lived experiences of child domestic workers in the selected towns of Gedeo Zone.

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26/10/2020

The psycho-social context of Lake Ziway/Dembel: Oromia Regional state, Ethiopia.

The general purpose of this study was to organize psycho-social information pertaining to some issues such as local peoples’ awareness and perception of risk of ecological problems associated with Lake Ziway/Dembel.

Full study: https://academicjournals.org/journal/IJSA/article-abstract/7FAE59463292

26/10/2020

Recognising religious and superstitious rituals within higher education contexts: A case study of Stellenbosch University, South Africa.

The authors suggested critical citizenship education and appreciation of worldview diversity as tools for transformation toward decolonizing the curriculum by recognizing and legitimizing different experiences and actions related to superstitious and religious beliefs in higher education classrooms.

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26/10/2020

Possible selves of a hashtag: Moving from the theory of speech acts to cultural objects to interpret hashtags.

In this paper, the authors placed their attention on the hashtag - what a hashtag is and what its impact is on social reality. It is important to bear in mind that the point of view considered here is not a hashtag as a means, but as a purpose.

Full research: https://academicjournals.org/journal/IJSA/article-abstract/31E6E0B63132

26/10/2020

Challenges faced by the Bhotias for their livelihood and preservation of culture.

In a view to understanding the challenges faced by the Bhotia community, the study focuses on the studying the challenges faced by Bhotias in the last Indian village, that is, Mana and also to study factors affecting cultural perseverance of the community.

Full Study at: https://academicjournals.org/journal/IJSA/article-full-text-pdf/13DD4B963943