Disability and the Urban Environment: A Perspective on Los Angeles

1986 ◽  
Vol 4 (3) ◽  
pp. 273-288 ◽  
Author(s):  
H Hahn
Keyword(s):  
Los Angeles ◽  
Sense Of Community ◽  
Minority Group ◽  
Primary Source ◽  
Disabled Persons ◽  
Social Attitudes ◽  
Geographic Dispersion ◽  
Personal Appearance ◽  
The Individual ◽  
The Impact

Increasingly, research on disability has been guided by a definition that focuses on the interaction between the individual and the environment and by a minority-group perspective based on the propositions that discriminatory attitudes are the primary source of the problems of disabled citizens, that the environment is shaped by public policy, and that policies reflect prevalent social attitudes and values. The implications of this approach for an analysis of the experience of disabled persons in Los Angeles are examined by assessing major characteristics of this urban area such as geographic dispersion, the absence of a sense of community, and the impact of pervasive standards of personal appearance. The investigation indicates a pressing need to provide increased accessibility for disabled residents to fulfill constitutional principles of freedom and equality.

The Doctor Faustus Dossier

2018 ◽  
Author(s):  
Adrian Daub
Keyword(s):  
Twentieth Century ◽  
Los Angeles ◽  
Primary Source ◽  
Music And Literature ◽  
Twentieth Century Music ◽  
Private And Public ◽  
Doctor Faustus ◽  
Public Lives ◽  
Nazi Era ◽  
The Impact

Arnold Schoenberg and Thomas Mann, two towering figures of twentieth-century music and literature, both found refuge in the German-exile community in Los Angeles during the Nazi era. This complete edition of their correspondence provides a glimpse inside their private and public lives and culminates in the famous dispute over Mann's novel Doctor Faustus. In the thick of the controversy was Theodor Adorno, then a budding philosopher, whose contribution to the Faustus affair would make him an enemy of both families. Gathered here for the first time in English, the letters are complemented by diary entries, related articles, and other primary source materials, as well as an introduction that contextualizes the impact that these two great artists had on twentieth-century thought and culture.

scholarly journals Impact of 4th of July Fireworks on Spatiotemporal PM2.5 Concentrations in California Based on the PurpleAir Sensor Network: Implications for Policy and Environmental Justice

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (11) ◽  
pp. 5735
Author(s):  
Amirhosein Mousavi ◽  
Yiting Yuan ◽  
Shahir Masri ◽  
Greg Barta ◽  
Jun Wu
Keyword(s):  
Air Pollution ◽  
Los Angeles ◽  
San Francisco ◽  
Los Angeles County ◽  
Hot Spot ◽  
Rapid Development ◽  
Minority Group ◽  
Sensor Data ◽  
Spatiotemporal Resolution ◽  
The Impact

Fireworks are often used in celebration, causing short term, extremely high particulate matter air pollution. In recent years, the rapid development and expansion of low-cost air quality sensors by companies such as PurpleAir has enabled an understanding of air pollution at a much higher spatiotemporal resolution compared to traditional monitoring networks. In this study, real-time PM2.5 measurements from 751 PurpleAir sensors operating from June to July in 2019 and 2020 were used to examine the impact of 4th of July fireworks on hourly and daily PM2.5 concentrations at the census tract and county levels in California. American Community Survey (ACS) and CalEnviroScreen 3.0 data were used to identify correlations between PM2.5 measurements and socioeconomic status (SES). A two-step method was implemented to assure the quality of raw PM2.5 sensor data and sensor calibration against co-located reference instruments. The results showed that over 67% and 81% of counties experienced immediate impacts related to fireworks in 2019 and 2020, respectively. Relative to 2019, the peak PM2.5 concentrations on July 4th and 5th 2020 were, on average, over 50% higher in California, likely due to the COVID-19-related increase in the use of household-level fireworks. This increase was most pronounced in southern counties, which tend to have less strict firework-related regulations and a greater use of illegal fireworks. Los Angeles County experienced the highest July 4th daily PM2.5 levels both in 2019 (29.9 µg·m−3) and 2020 (42.6 µg·m−3). Spatial hot spot analyses generally showed these southern counties (e.g., Los Angeles County) to be regional air pollution hotspots, whereas the opposite pattern was seen in the north (e.g., San Francisco). The results also showed PM2.5 peaks that were over two-times higher among communities with lower SES, higher minority group populations, and higher asthma rates. Our findings highlight the important role that policy and enforcement can play in reducing firework-related air pollution and protecting public health, as exemplified by southern California, where policy was more relaxed and air pollution was higher (especially in 2020 when the 4th of July coincided with the COVID-19-lockdown period), and in disadvantaged communities where disparities were greatest.

scholarly journals The Individual, the Community and the Impact of Touring Film: Interviews with Jim Hunter and Others

2020 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
pp. 11-22
Author(s):  
Callum G. Brown ◽  
Ealasaid Munro
Keyword(s):  
Sense Of Community ◽  
The Other ◽  
Religious Transformation ◽  
The Individual ◽  
The Impact

The impact of the Highlands and Islands Film Guild is here explored through narrators interviewed in the 2010s about their experiences of touring film shows between the late 1940s and early 1970s. Centrally featured is the testimony of Jim Hunter, journalist, historian, erstwhile director of the Scottish Crofters’ Union and chairman of the Highlands and Islands Enterprise, whose testimony is analysed for six major narrative features – cultural and religious transformation, cinema as enchantment, sense of community, the sense of ‘the other’, social rescue for the Highland zone, and religion as social danger or social lifeboat for the Highlands. Other narrators, including Dr Finlay Macleod, are cited as foils in some of these narrative strands. The reception of the Guild in English and Gaelic-speaking areas is noted, as its place in the arrival of new broadcasting technologies.

scholarly journals An Examination of COVID-19-Related Stressors among Parents

2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (3) ◽  
pp. 838-848
Author(s):  
Sarah Alonzi ◽  
Jae eun Park ◽  
Angélica Pagán ◽  
Courtney Saulsman ◽  
Madison W. Silverstein
Keyword(s):  
Primary Source ◽  
Financial Strain ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Family Work ◽  
Work Health ◽  
Health Related ◽  
Family Based ◽  
The Individual ◽  
New Research ◽  
The Impact

The circumstances of the COVID-19 pandemic have taken a psychological toll on parents. Thus, understanding the impact of these contextual stressors on parents is important to help inform the development of family-based health promotion interventions. The present study examined parents’ perception of various sources of stress resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic. Participants (N = 294) completed an open-ended question about their primary source of stress during the pandemic, which we coded into one or more of the following categories: family, work, health, and finance. We used chi-square tests to determine whether gender, marital status, financial strain, and education level were significantly related to each of the four primary sources of stress. We found that female, married, and financially strained participants were more likely to report family-related stressors. Further, we found that participants who expressed concern over health-related stressors were more likely to have pre-existing health conditions. Finally, we found that single participants were more likely to express concerns over financial stressors. Our findings shed light on parental concerns following the pandemic and inform new research directions, clinical approaches, and policy issues at the individual, community, and societal levels.

scholarly journals Preserving traditions and modernization.

2019 ◽  
Vol 31 (4) ◽  
pp. 143-162
Author(s):  
Fanni Maszlag ◽  
Judit Csoba
Keyword(s):  
Social Integration ◽  
Minority Group ◽  
Transformation Process ◽  
Dual Role ◽  
Individual Level ◽  
Community Values ◽  
Integration Schemes ◽  
The Social ◽  
The Individual ◽  
The Impact

The impact of globalization and modernization not only transforms Romani life at the individual level, but also changes the framework for the social integration of traditional communities, the way culture is transferred and socialized, while adding new content to the expression of Romani culture as well as identity and community values. In this transformation process, the dual role of Romani women in the development of new integration schemes is crucial for the minority group. As the guardians of habits and traditions in the socialization of the growing generations of the community, they ensure the continuation of traditions of identity, and at the same time – in response to environmental challenges – they are also the initiators of the changes needed to integrate into the majority society. The aim of the study was to explore the mechanism of this dual role – that is the preservation of tradition and the modernization for integration. In addition, within the framework of research, by examining three generations of Romani women belonging to the same family, we analysed the changing patterns of identity and looked at the extent to which the preservation or abandonment of traditions has contributed to the social integration and assimilation of Romani people over the past 20 years.

scholarly journals Membangun Kembali Nilai-Nilai Dasar Keislaman sebagai Resolusi Konflik Ahmadiyah: Diskursus Hak Kebebasan Beragama dan Berkeyakinan

2017 ◽  
Vol 2 (01) ◽  
pp. 137
Author(s):  
Dedi Putra
Keyword(s):  
Religious Freedom ◽  
Minority Group ◽  
Social Attitudes ◽  
The State ◽  
The Individual ◽  
Fundamental Values

Justice, tolerance, and mutual forgiveness is the fundamental values of Islam. The principle must be understood and imitated and realized in social attitudes. But in fact, the principle of nonviolence and peace in Islam was limited to the principle of not integral to the individual Muslim. This has often resulted in various conflicts in society. This paper focuses existence of Ahmadiyah conflict. Ahmadiyah position as a minority group should get protection from the state. The State must ensure and protect the rights of religious freedom which is owned by Ahmadiyah. So with the protection provided by the state, the new state acts can be said to be in accordance with the constitutional mandate

scholarly journals Tinjauan Kasus : Klien Menarik Diri

2014 ◽  
Vol 1 (3) ◽  
pp. 93-97
Author(s):  
Novy Helena CD ◽  
Mustikasari Mustikasari ◽  
Ria Utami P
Keyword(s):  
Psychological Distress ◽  
Nursing Care ◽  
Attempted Suicide ◽  
Interpersonal Relationship ◽  
Stressful Situation ◽  
Withdrawal Behavior ◽  
Personal Appearance ◽  
Withdrawal Behaviors ◽  
The Individual ◽  
The Impact

Menarik diri adalah suatu pola tingkah laku menghindari kontak dengan orang, situasi atau lingkungan yang penuh dengan stress yang dapat menyebabkan kecemasan fisik dan psikologis. Individu yang menarik diri cenderung untuk menghindari hubungan interpersonal dan dalam menghadapi realitas. Dampak dari perilaku menarik diri adalah gangguan perawatan diri, gangguan penampilan dii dan potensial terjadinya halusinasi bahkan keinginan untuk bunuh diri. Mengingat dampak tersebut maka diperlukan asuhan keperawatan yang komprehensif dan intensif khususnya untuk menarik diri. Withdrawal is a pattern of behavior to avoid contact with others, stressful situation and environment which can cause the physical and psychological distress. The individual who withdrawal tends to avoid interpersonal relationship, and face the reality. The withdrawal behavior can lead to problems related to self care and personal appearance and potential hallucination even attempted suicide. Considering the impact of withdrawal behaviors on individual, comprehensive and intensive nursing care specifically planned for client with withdrawal are acquired.

Accent Policy and Accent Modification Enterprises as Potential Indicators of Intercultural Power Relations: A Call for an Updated Research Agenda

2013 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  
pp. 22-33 ◽  
Author(s):  
Brynne D. Ovalle ◽  
Rahul Chakraborty
Keyword(s):  
International Relations ◽  
Identity Construction ◽  
Social Theory ◽  
Power Relations ◽  
Linguistic Diversity ◽  
Cultural Organization ◽  
Using Data ◽  
The Individual ◽  
The Impact ◽  
The Relationship

This article has two purposes: (a) to examine the relationship between intercultural power relations and the widespread practice of accent discrimination and (b) to underscore the ramifications of accent discrimination both for the individual and for global society as a whole. First, authors review social theory regarding language and group identity construction, and then go on to integrate more current studies linking accent bias to sociocultural variables. Authors discuss three examples of intercultural accent discrimination in order to illustrate how this link manifests itself in the broader context of international relations (i.e., how accent discrimination is generated in situations of unequal power) and, using a review of current research, assess the consequences of accent discrimination for the individual. Finally, the article highlights the impact that linguistic discrimination is having on linguistic diversity globally, partially using data from the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) and partially by offering a potential context for interpreting the emergence of practices that seek to reduce or modify speaker accents.

Investigating the Relationship Between Self-Esteem and Stigma Among Young Adults With History of Suicide Attempts

Crisis ◽  
2016 ◽  
Vol 37 (4) ◽  
pp. 265-270 ◽  
Author(s):  
Meshan Lehmann ◽  
Matthew R. Hilimire ◽  
Lawrence H. Yang ◽  
Bruce G. Link ◽  
Jordan E. DeVylder
Keyword(s):  
Young Adults ◽  
Suicide Attempts ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
High Risk Population ◽  
High Functioning ◽  
People With Mental Illness ◽  
History Of ◽  
The Individual ◽  
The Impact ◽  
The Relationship

Abstract. Background: Self-esteem is a major contributor to risk for repeated suicide attempts. Prior research has shown that awareness of stigma is associated with reduced self-esteem among people with mental illness. No prior studies have examined the association between self-esteem and stereotype awareness among individuals with past suicide attempts. Aims: To understand the relationship between stereotype awareness and self-esteem among young adults who have and have not attempted suicide. Method: Computerized surveys were administered to college students (N = 637). Linear regression analyses were used to test associations between self-esteem and stereotype awareness, attempt history, and their interaction. Results: There was a significant stereotype awareness by attempt interaction (β = –.74, p = .006) in the regression analysis. The interaction was explained by a stronger negative association between stereotype awareness and self-esteem among individuals with past suicide attempts (β = –.50, p = .013) compared with those without attempts (β = –.09, p = .037). Conclusion: Stigma is associated with lower self-esteem within this high-functioning sample of young adults with histories of suicide attempts. Alleviating the impact of stigma at the individual (clinical) or community (public health) levels may improve self-esteem among this high-risk population, which could potentially influence subsequent suicide risk.

The Role of Threat and Economic Uncertainty in Support for Scottish Independence

2014 ◽  
Vol 23 (1) ◽  
pp. 103-124 ◽  
Author(s):  
Daniel Kopasker
Keyword(s):  
Economic Consequences ◽  
Perceived Threat ◽  
Constitutional Change ◽  
Lack Of Information ◽  
Economic Expectations ◽  
Scottish Independence ◽  
The Individual ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Levels Of Support

Existing research has consistently shown that perceptions of the potential economic consequences of Scottish independence are vital to levels of support for constitutional change. This paper attempts to investigate the mechanism by which expectations of the economic consequences of independence are formed. A hypothesised causal micro-level mechanism is tested that relates constitutional preferences to the existing skill investments of the individual. Evidence is presented that larger skill investments are associated with a greater likelihood of perceiving economic threats from independence. Additionally, greater perceived threat results in lower support for independence. The impact of uncertainty on both positive and negative economic expectations is also examined. While uncertainty has little effect on negative expectations, it significantly reduces the likelihood of those with positive expectations supporting independence. Overall, it appears that a general economy-wide threat is most significant, and it is conjectured that this stems a lack of information on macroeconomic governance credentials.

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