Social Science

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[3] viXra:2402.0077 [pdf] submitted on 2024-02-16 21:26:47

PEMBARYA: The Learned Helplessness Experiences of Beggars in Pasig City

Authors: Georgia P. Cadion, Mary Joy A. Flores, Shantal M. Flores, Lerry Ann Kawabata, Kimverly A. Largado, Mykaila T. Legaspi
Comments: 12 Pages.

This research delves into the learned helplessness experiences of beggars in PasigCity. This study addresses how learned helplessness manifests in the lives ofbeggars, the internal and external factors that have contributed to the development of this condition, and the response strategies of those who experience learned helplessness. Previous research on this psychological phenomenon has been limited, with most of it occurring in Western or other Asian countries. ThePhilippine research community has not yet thoroughly examined learned helplessness in the Filipino context. Using a qualitative study approach that included comprehensive interviews and theme analysis, the researchers discoveredpatterns in how learned helplessness emerges in people's daily lives, such as hopelessness and a lack of self-efficacy, motivation, and life accountability. Internal and external factors, such as the perception of control over one's life and the level of accessibility to external resources, were frequently identified in participants'responses. Participants frequently opt for spiritual and cognitive avoidanceapproaches to respond to their learned helplessness experiences.
Category: Social Science

[2] viXra:2402.0045 [pdf] submitted on 2024-02-09 23:22:45

Dance as a Mental Health Therapy in the Metaverse: Exploring the Therapeutic Potential of Dance Movement Therapy as a Non-Pharmacological Treatment in the Metaverse

Authors: Petar Radanliev
Comments: 27 Pages.

Introduction: This study conducts a detailed qualitative review of alternative therapies for mental health and proposes a novel design for integrating Non-Pharmacological Interventions into the Metaverse Extended Reality environments. Aim/Question: This study investigates the potential of the Extended Reality environments for Non-Pharmacological Interventions in Mental Health, with a specific focus on Dance Movement Therapy as a preventive and therapeutic strategy for anxiety, depression, and other mental health conditions.Method: This study conducts qualitative evidence syntheses of primary quantitative data and performs meta-analyses of existing studies of participants reporting anxiety, depression, or other mental health conditions. Results: Dance Movement Therapy in the Extended Reality environments shows promise as a viable alternative therapy, but data privacy and ethical considerations must be addressed.Discussion: This study raises significant concerns regarding the privacy and security of participants' data, necessitating the storage of only the metadata in electronically compatible files, in cases where users’ data is stored for long-term preservation. Implications for Practice: The outcomes of this study could revolutionise mental health practice, providing effective Non-Pharmacological Interventions for anxiety, depression, and other mental health conditions.
Category: Social Science

[1] viXra:2402.0028 [pdf] submitted on 2024-02-06 13:39:48

Cyber Diplomacy: Defining the Opportunities for Cybersecurity and Risks from Artificial Intelligence, IoT, Blockchains, and Quantum Computing

Authors: Petar Radanliev
Comments: 64 Pages.

Cyber diplomacy is critical in dealing with the digital era's evolving cybersecurity dangers and possibilities. This article investigates the impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI), the Internet of Things (IoT), Blockchains, and Quantum Computing on cyber diplomacy. AI holds the potential for proactive threat identification and response, while IoT enables international information sharing. Blockchains enable secure data sharing and document verification, but they also pose new threats, such as AI-driven cyber-attacks, IoT privacy breaches, blockchain vulnerabilities, and the potential for quantum computing to break encryption. This article conducts case study reviews in combination with secondary data analysis and emphasises the value of international cooperation in developing global norms and frameworks to control responsible technology adoption. Cyber diplomacy can promote cybersecurity, protect national interests, and foster mutual trust among nations in the digital sphere by capitalising on possibilities and reducing threats.
Category: Social Science