Knowledge of Exclusive Breastfeeding and its Practice among Women in Academics in South-South Nigeria | Chapter 7 | Medicine and Medical Research: New Perspectives Vol. 3

 

The present study sought to assess the practice of exclusive breastfeeding among women employed in tertiary institutions in South-South, Nigeria. Exclusive breastfeeding (EBF) is crucial for infant health, yet its practice among women in academics remains understudied. This cross-sectional study examines the knowledge and practice of EBF among women in academics in South-South, Nigeria, using a sample of 360 respondents. Findings indicate that 92.2% of the respondents have knowledge of exclusive breastfeeding and 61.5% practiced exclusive breastfeeding with 41% initiating breastfeeding within one hour of the birth of their babies.  Return to work was the most common reason for discontinuation of exclusive breastfeeding. The study underscores the need for targeted interventions to enhance EBF awareness and practices among women in academics, potentially influencing maternal and child health policies and practices in similar contexts.

 

Author(s) Details

Benjamin O. Osaro
Department of Community Medicine, Faculty of Clinical Sciences, College of Medical Sciences, Rivers State University, Port Harcourt, Nigeria.

Nnenna Nnadi
Department of Family Medicine, Faculty of Clinical Sciences, College of Medical Sciences, Rivers State Univ

 

Yoko Ikakita
Department of Family Medicine, Faculty of Clinical Sciences, College of Medical Sciences, Rivers State University, Port Harcourt, Nigeria.

 

Nnenna Ali Emordi
Department of Nursing Science, Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences, College of Medical Sciences, Rivers State University, Port Harcourt, Nigeria.

 

 

 Please see the book here:- https://doi.org/10.9734/bpi/mmrnp/v3/1853

Thriving on Emotional Intelligence for Enhancing Equitable Higher Education Institutions | Chapter 8 | Contemporary Issues of Business and Management: The Proceedings of the 10th International Conference on Business and Management Dynamics (ICBMD), Edition 1

The study highlights academics’ potential to appraise, regulate, and utilise their emotions effectively when encountering stressors brought about by adversity. Respondents indicate that the HR department should proactively foster evidence-based, relevant, and academic-specific HR data-driven approaches. Emotional intelligence plays a crucial role in addressing economic inequality thereby contributing to a supportive and inclusive academic environment. Emotionally intelligent academics are better equipped to understand and empathise with diverse experiences and challenges faced by peers, especially those from disadvantaged backgrounds. By promoting a culture of empathy, collaboration, and fairness, universities can empower academics to reach their full potential and reduce economic inequality. A quantitative approach was utilised and a sample size of 360 academics from a population of 1226 was drawn from five campus sites at the University of KwaZulu Natal in South Africa using Stratified Random Sampling. Recommendations amongst others, for fueling academic emotional intelligence proposed for higher education, consist of, fostering an emotionally intelligent organisation and policy formulation through equity, diversity and inclusion.

 

Author (s) Details

 

Prashanti Maharaj
School of Management, Information Technology and Governance, University of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa.

Anisha Ramsaroop
School of Management, Information Technology and Governance, University of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa.

 

Please see the book here:- https://doi.org/10.9734/bpi/mono/978-93-49238-29-9/CH8

Fostering Emotional Intelligence and Resilience for a New Era in South African Higher Education Institutions | Chapter 1 | Managing Higher Education and Enterprises in Developing Countries Beyond COVID-19: Proceedings of the 9th International Conference on Business and Management Dynamics

Worldwide higher education institutions are facing challenges, particularly in developing countries. Herein lies an opportunity for higher education institutions to place emphasis on developing academics’ emotional intelligence which will invariably create an emotionally intelligent organisation especially during adversity, like the Covid-19. A quantitative approach was utilised and a sample size of 360 academics from a population of 11325 was drawn from five campus sites from the University of KwaZulu Natal in South Africa using Stratified Random Sampling. The first objective of the study is to examine the relationship between emotional intelligence and resilience in academics. Pearson's Correlation Coefficient was performed with results confirming that there is a significant relationship between emotional intelligence and resilience in academics. The second objective of the study is to understand how anxiety and stress influence academics emotional well-being during adversity. A section analysis was conducted whereby chi-square results of p < 0.05 values imply that the differences between how respondents scored were significant. Recommendations proposed in the higher education landscape for fuelling academic emotional intelligence and resilience consists of creating a learning culture through the 360-degree survey, diary writing and utilising emotional intelligence mobile applications.

Author(s) Details:

Prashanti Maharaj,
University of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa.

Anisha Ramsaroop,
University of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa.

Please see the link here: https://stm.bookpi.org/MHEEDCBCPICBMD/article/view/13192

Telemedicine: Healthcare Using Telecommunications Technology | Chapter 9 | Advances and Challenges in Science and Technology Vol. 8

 This episode presents an overview of the outlooks of telemedicine, reflecting the present state of the field. It decides with a overhang of the status of telemedicine from now on. Advanced technologies with kind network services allow individuals to help healthcare delivery and make it convenient to more and more crowd. Telemedicine is a more beneficial technology that can manage easier for folk to get deterrent treatment and help their long-term energy. Technology is a critical component of telemedicine. Standard telemedicine wholes need three basic elements; an interface for patients, an connect for professional caregivers, and a network for connection.

Author(s) Details:

Marion Ben-Jacob,
Avalon University School of Medicine, USA.

Tyler Ben-Jacob,
Avalon University School of Medicine, USA.

David Wang,
Mercy College, USA.

Please see the link here: https://stm.bookpi.org/ACST-V8/article/view/12387