Abstract: This study investigates the interplay between insecure attachment styles, materialism, and phubbing behaviors. Phubbing, the act of ignoring a partner in favor of smartphone use, is influenced by individual differences and societal norms. We hypothesized that attachment anxiety and avoidance would be positively associated with both enacted and perceived phubbing, and that materialism would mediate these relationships. Data were collected from 213 participants using validated scales for attachment, materialism, and phubbing. Results confirmed that attachment anxiety is positively associated with both enacted and perceived phubbing, while attachment avoidance is positively associated with perceived phubbing but not enacted phubbing. Materialism was found to mediate the relationship between attachment insecurity and phubbing behaviors. Specifically, materialism significantly mediated the positive relationships between attachment anxiety and both enacted and perceived phubbing, as well as between attachment avoidance and perceived phubbing. These findings suggest that materialistic values amplify the effects of insecure attachment on phubbing, highlighting the role of materialism as a compensatory mechanism for attachment-related insecurities. Future research should explore interventions targeting materialism and attachment anxiety to mitigate phubbing behaviors and improve relationship quality.

Abstract: Background: Parents play a central role in shaping children’s eating behaviors. While previous research has documented associations between parental attitudes and feeding practices, fewer studies have examined how mothers’ own eating styles may contribute to their perceptions of their children’s eating attitudes and behaviors and how these may influence subsequent feeding practices. Objectives: To our knowledge, this is the first study to examine whether mothers’ eating styles predicted their self-reported restrictive feeding practices indirectly through their perceptions of their children’s appetite and subsequently through their concern about their children’s weight. Methods: A total of 488 mothers (M_age = 33.87 years, SD = 4.81, range = 20–49) of children aged 2–7 years (M_age = 3.85 years, SD = 1.33) completed self-report measures, including the Dutch Eating Behavior Questionnaire (DEBQ) for maternal eating styles, the Child Feeding Questionnaire (CFQ) for parental concerns and restrictive practices, and the Children’s Eating Behaviour Questionnaire (CEBQ) for perceptions of child eating attitudes. Structural equation modeling (SEM) was employed to test the hypothesized mediation model, with model fit evaluated using CFI, TLI, RMSEA, and SRMR indices. Results: Our proposed model demonstrated good fit (CFI = .94, RMSEA = .07) and showed that maternal eating styles were positively associated with perceived child appetite (β = .44, p < .001). Perceived appetite predicted both maternal concern about child weight (β = .39, p < .001) and restrictive feeding practices (β = .28, p < .001), while maternal concern strongly predicted restriction (β = .65, p < .001). The total indirect effect from maternal eating styles to restriction was significant (β = .23, p < .001), and the model explained 56% of the variance in restrictive feeding. Conclusions: Our findings suggest that maternal eating styles may bias mothers’ perceptions of their children’s appetite and indirectly influence restrictive feeding practices primarily through increased concern about child weight. Given the cross-sectional design, reliance on maternal self-report, and online convenience sampling, results should be interpreted cautiously. Nonetheless, the study provides the first evidence for a sequential pathway linking maternal eating styles, child appetite perceptions, and weight concern to restrictive feeding, highlighting cognitive and perceptual processes as intervention targets.

Abstract: This paper addresses a decisive anomaly identified in the Mayer (2025) report: in AI-related nightmares, 93% of cases fixate on the AI interaction interface itself rather than on narrative content. To explain this “formal fixation,” we propose a paradigm-shifting Interaction Architecture Internalization Model, which posits that the cognitive system internalizes the abstract logic and temporal structure of goal-directed interactions through the accumulation of a Learning Time Delay Dose. When this dose exceeds a critical threshold, a cognitive phase transition occurs, solidifying the interaction architecture as an internal framework. Grounded in insights from Piaget, Chomsky, Einstein, Wiener, and Landau, the model not only provides a unified explanation for phenomena from language acquisition to personality formation but also generates specific, empirically testable predictions. It forecasts, for instance, that systemic fluctuations in interaction delays (e.g., widespread server latency) will catalyze architectural internalization, a prediction corroborated by analyzed dream reports from such periods. Methodologically, the Learning Time Delay Equivalence Principle circumvents the “Problem of Other Minds,” establishing an objective foundation, while the theory’s “blinded loop” validation—stemming from an academic misunderstanding—uniquely confirms its a priori predictive power. Ultimately, we advocate for a “Statistical Mechanics of Cognition,” where time delay dose acts as an order parameter, prioritizing the dynamics of form over the semantics of content.

Abstract: This study examines the impact of harvest-time temperature on the aroma composition and sensory expression of Hárslevelű wines from the Tokaj region, with particular re-levance to sustainable gastronomy, where freshness, aromatic precision and reduced technological inputs are increasingly prioritised. Grapes were harvested either at night under cool pre-dawn conditions (18 °C) or at midday during high-temperature (28 °C) exposure, and subsequently processed through controlled microvinifications using bi-oprotection with Metschnikowia pulcherrima, applied alone or in combination with SO₂. Volatile compounds were analysed by HS-SPME–GC–MS and interpreted through PLS-DA, while sensory evaluation followed OIV standards and was complemented by qualitative insights from fine-dining chefs. Night-harvested wines contained higher levels of fresh, floral and citrus-associated terpene- and ester-derived volatiles, whereas sun-harvested wines exhibited riper aromatic traits and higher perceived acidity. Bi-oprotection increased metabolic diversity and enhanced ester formation but did not eliminate the fundamental differences imposed by harvest temperature. Sensory results consistently showed that night-harvested wines displayed greater aromatic purity, freshness and overall harmony across treatments. These findings demonstrate that night harvesting, particularly when combined with bioprotection, supports the pro-duction of aromatically expressive, high-quality Tokaj wines in alignment with the principles of sustainable gastronomy.

Abstract: Urban waterfront regeneration driven by mega-events has played a key role in shaping contemporary public open spaces, particularly in newly developed areas within the Chinese context. However, public perceptions and their influence on the use of newly built open spaces created through mega-event-led regeneration have not been examined in existing research. To address this gap, this study establishes an integrated assess-ment framework to evaluate the quality of urban waterfront open spaces. A mixed methods approach was adopted, including direct observations and 770 online ques-tionnaires collected between July and October 2024 around core nodes along the South Bank of the Qiantang River in Hangzhou, China. Spatial analysis and Importance–Performance Analysis (IPA) were employed to determine priority improvement areas that should inform future waterfront regeneration strategies. The results indicate that inclusiveness emerged as the most important factor for enhancing waterfront open space quality, while spatial aesthetics ranked the lowest. Among the sub-sub factors, elements related to improving water accessibility, enhancing natural surveillance, providing artificial shelters and diverse seating options and shaping collective memory through digital technologies received the highest ratings. Finally, the study highlights that the intangible legacies of the Asian Games have the potential to reshape a distinc-tive new city image and collective memory, even in the lack of tangible heritage build-ings.

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This study examines how Generation Z’s digital practices on TikTok and Instagram shape their music festival experiences, focusing on event perception, engagement, and the development of collective identity. The aim is to identify key factors connecting online and offline aspects of festival participation. The research adopts a quantitative approach based on an online survey of 248 respondents born between 1995 and 2010 from various regions of Serbia. Data were analysed in SPSS 26.0 using Spearman correlation, quantile regression, and the Mann–Whitney test. Findings show that frequent social media use has a positive but limited effect on how important these platforms are perceived for the festival experience. However, user-generated content created by attendees plays a more significant role in shaping engagement and attitudes than influencer content. Influencer credibility also influences how festivals are interpreted digitally. The interplay between online interaction and offline participation motivates content sharing and reinforces a sense of community. Overall, the study concludes that social media and digital narratives are central to Generation Z’s festival experience. Authentic, attendee-created content strongly contributes to collective identity, helping bridge digital and physical dimensions – insights valuable for festival organisers, influencers, and cultural tourism.

Abstract: The blue economy aims to bring prosperity to coastal communities whilst also pro-tecting natural ocean resources for future generations. But how can this vision be put into practice, especially in communities in which dependancy on natural resources is high and food and livelihood security are key concerns? This paper examines two cases of community-led nature based enterprise in Kenya in a search for solutions to this challenge. I use a ‘diverse economies’ perspective to delve into the heterogeneous relations at work and in search of insights that can be applied in multiple contexts. The analysis reveals a complex assemblage of institutions, knowledges, technologies and practices within which enterprises operate. Whilst the enterprises featured are still relatively new and developing, they suggest a direction of travel for a community-led sustainable blue economy which both supports and benefits from nature recovery. The insights gained from this diverse economies analysis lead us to appreciate a sustainable blue economy as a rediscovered and reinvigorated relationship of reci-procity between society and nature. One that nurtures place-based nature-based livelihoods and nature recovery, together, and which embodies a set of values and ethics shared by government, communities, and business.

Abstract: This paper investigates how Toronto’s Portuguese-Azorean community has shaped the city’s multicultural and psychological landscape, focusing particularly on intergenerational experiences of trauma among immigrant youth. Framed within North America’s broader migration dynamics, the study explores the creation and transformation of the ethnic enclave “Little Portugal” as both a space of cultural resilience and chronic urban stress. It introduces the concept of chronic urban trauma to describe the persistent psychosocial impact of displacement, assimilation pressures, and gentrification on young Portuguese-Azorean Canadians. While first-generation immigrants constructed cohesive ethnic infrastructures grounded in work, faith, and language, younger generations face cultural dissonance, linguistic loss, and identity fragmentation that manifest as emotional distress and social alienation. These experiences illustrate how structural urban change can perpetuate transgenerational trauma within immigrant families. By integrating perspectives from urban geography, trauma studies, and migration theory, this theoretical work underscores the need for trauma-informed educational and social policies that promote inclusion, belonging, and mental well-being among immigrant youth. Ultimately, the study positions “Little Portugal” as a microcosm of how multicultural cities negotiate the intersections of ethnicity, urban transformation, and psychological resilience.

Abstract: (1) Background: This article explores the qualitative dimensions of bisexual identity through the lived experiences of bisexual and plurisexual individuals. (2) Methods: Drawing on an online questionnaire completed by 226 participants from Latin American and Spanish contexts, the study uses a grounded theory–based analysis of participant narratives. (3) Results: The analysis identifies key components of bisexual identity, such as self-recognition, fluidity, and community belonging, as well as recurrent experiences of invalidation, promiscuity stereotypes, and intracommunity discrimination. The findings highlight the processes by which participants navigate and define their bisexuality, emphasizing the interaction between personal introspection, contact with audiovisual media, societal perceptions, and external validation in identity formation. (4) Conclusions: These results provide a nuanced exploration of how bisexual identities are constructed amid persistent challenges of invalidation, erasure, and limited community recognition.

Abstract: Parents have major influences on child wellbeing, including the development of inter-nalizing symptomology in their children. Furthermore, the emotional impact between parents and their children could be reciprocal. This study examined the longitudinal, reciprocal association between maternal aggravation and child internalizing symptoms from childhood to adolescence and the mediating role of maternal verbal aggression. Using a sample of approximately 5,000 mothers across four waves from the Future of Families & Child Wellbeing Study (FFCWS), results from a cross-lagged autoregressive model suggested that maternal aggravation was related to child internalizing problems from childhood to adolescence, but not through verbal aggression. Meanwhile, child internalizing problems was related to maternal aggravation, but only during early childhood. These findings suggested stronger evidence of maternal effects than child effects, which have important implications for family researchers and practitioners regarding family functioning and child wellbeing.

Abstract: To further elucidate the relative weight of various factors in shaping women’s fertility in low birth-rate societies like China, the author proposes an evolutionary framework of planned reproductive behavior and a series of its propositions about the second-child intentions and behavior, the key to understanding low-fertility behavior. Such propositions receive substantial support from the dominance analysis of the longitudinal data from a sample of one-child mothers in China. All nuclear-family members were complete stakeholders of reproduction: The fertility attitude of the mother’s husband, i.e. husband-specific injunctive norms, made the largest contribution to fertility intention, followed by her own and firstborn’s attitudes. Among incomplete stakeholders, the injunctive norms from parents were more important than those from peer relatives and friends in predicting fertility intention, but the opposite held for descriptive norms, i.e. actual number of children. Regarding the actual fertility behavior followed over 2.5 years, fertility intention was the dominating predictor of it; fertility attitudes of all three nuclear-family members were equally important predictors; by contrast, the injunctive norms from all incomplete stakeholders were of no importance. Perceived challenge in investing in children was an important predictor of both fertility intentions and behavior, but other constraints only became important at the latter stage. The study articulates the theoretical underpinnings of the collective decision-making in family reproduction through a behavioral ecology lens, suggests cultural evolution of fertility by horizontal transmission of new pronatalist norms in current China, and has potential implications for population policies in low-fertility societies.

Abstract: This study examines how an educational intervention about domestic personal care and perfume products can foster patriotism (cinta tanah air) among Indonesian high school students. A qualitative field study was conducted with 12 female students from four public high schools in Surabaya. Researchers delivered interactive educational sessions and gathered data through observation and interviews. We report that all participants used personal care products daily, yet only a small fraction chose domestic brands. After the educational program, students showed increased awareness and pride in local products. The findings suggest that aligning everyday consumer choices with national values can internalize patriotic sentiments among youth.

Abstract: This study examined the effectiveness of technology-integrated instruction in enhancing EFL students’ critical reading skills within an Indonesian university context. Grounded in concerns about students’ limited critical literacy and the growing emphasis on digital learning in higher education, the research aimed to identify how technology-supported activities could improve students’ ability to analyze arguments, evaluate evidence, and construct informed interpretations of academic texts. Using a qualitative design, the study involved university students engaged in a technology-enhanced reading module that incorporated digital annotation tools, multimedia explanations, and guided online discussions. Data were collected through classroom observations, student reflections, and semi-structured interviews, and analyzed thematically to capture recurring patterns of learning behavior and student perceptions. The findings indicated that technology-integrated instruction provided meaningful scaffolding that fostered deeper engagement with texts and promoted higher-order thinking. Students reported increased motivation and clarity in understanding complex materials when supported by interactive features. However, the results also revealed that some learners required additional time and pedagogical guidance to fully utilize digital tools. Overall, the study contributes to the growing body of research on technology-enhanced literacy by demonstrating the potential of digital platforms to strengthen critical reading skills in EFL settings. The implications suggest the need for intentional instructional design and ongoing digital literacy support to maximize the benefits of technology integration in reading instruction.

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This study develops and validates a psychometric instrument to measure entrepreneurial intention (EI) among secondary school students in Chile. Grounded in the Theory of Planned Behavior, the instrument integrates attitudinal and contextual factors adapted to the school context. Data from 1,402 students were subjected to confirmatory factor analysis, reliability estimation (Cronbach's alpha, composite reliability), and validity procedures (convergent and discriminant validity, variance inflation factor). Results support the instrument's factorial structure and internal consistency, enabling robust assessment of entrepreneurial intention and related educational interventions. The instrument demonstrates solid psychometric properties across most constructs, identifies items for future refinement, and provides practical guidelines for its application in school-based entrepreneurial programs and structural equation modeling. This work contributes a validated tool for both research and evidence-based practice in entrepreneurship education, with direct implications for evaluating and improving educational initiatives targeting entrepreneurial competencies in adolescents.

Abstract: The development of cross-border hydrogen energy value chains involves complex interactions between technological, regulatory, and logistical subsystems. Static assessment models often fail to capture the dynamic response of these coupled systems to external perturbations. This study addresses this gap by proposing the Dual Carbon Cooperation Index (DCCI), a data-driven framework designed to quantify the synergy efficiency of the China-Korea hydrogen ecosystem. We construct a dynamic state estimation model integrating three coupled dimensions—Technology Synergy, Regulatory Alignment, and Supply Chain Resilience—utilizing an adaptive weighting algorithm (Triple Dynamic Response). Based on multi-source heterogeneous data (2020–2024), the model employs Natural Language Processing (NLP) for vectorizing unstructured regulatory texts and incorporates an exogenous signal detection mechanism (GRI). Empirical results reveal that the ecosystem's composite synergy score recovered from 0.38 to 0.50, driven by robust supply chain resilience but constrained by high impedance in technological transfer protocols. Crucially, the novel dynamic weighting algorithm significantly reduces state estimation error during high-volatility periods compared to static linear models, as validated by bootstrapping analysis (1,000 resamples). The study provides a quantitative engineering tool for monitoring ecosystem coupling stability and proposes a technical roadmap for reducing system constraints through secure IP data architectures and synchronized standard protocols.

Abstract: Smartphones have become the backbone of the connected society, reshaping social interactions in a period of adolescence marked by a neuropsychology vulnerability that is sensitive to intensive technological mediation. This study analyzes the relationship between the problematic use of mobile phones and the social and assertiveness skills of adolescents. Through a cross-cutting design, the answers of 1864 adolescents aged between 11 and 21 years old from education centers located in Cordoba (Spain) were analyzed, through a questionnaire that collected sociodemographic variables, the MPPUSA scale, to measure the inadequate use of mobile phones, and the ADCA-1 to assess social skills and assertiveness. The results revealed inadequate levels of mobile phone use and low levels of social skills, with nomophobia and negative consequences as the main risk factors, with the cluster analysis confirming the latter as the main predictor of the level of social development. The findings point to a concerning situation, in which not only does the usage time, but also the quality, have an influence on the psychosocial development of this population group. The application of preventive and educational interventions that address literacy, management of emotions, and the promotion of face-to-face social skills are therefore necessary.

Abstract: Background: Youth from Malaysia’s low socioeconomic communities frequently face chronic instability, limited parental involvement, and restricted access to developmental support. Within such conditions, coaches often assume relational roles extending beyond technical instruction. Methods: This autoethnographic study draws on 20 weeks of longitudinal coaching, reflective journals, and fieldnotes to examine how the coach–athlete relationship evolved into a form of “social fathering” for one low-income youth athlete, Derrick, and how this contrasted with the developmental trajectory of Chia, an athlete from a more stable socioeconomic background. Guided by Nasheeda et al.’s three-layered narrative framework, the analysis integrates personal narrative, thematic interpretation, and sociocultural discourse. Results: Structured adversity—deliberately designed challenges embedded within a trusting relationship—served as a key mechanism for cultivating grit, resilience, and moral reasoning. Father-like practices such as boundary-setting, moral guidance, and life-navigation support compensated for socioeconomic gaps in Derrick’s home environment, whereas Chia’s growth reflected a faster transition toward self-regulated grit due to his more stable support structures. Conclusions: Coaching within disadvantaged contexts functions as relational labour that provides youths with social capital, emotional stability, and developmental resources otherwise inaccessible to them. Implications highlight the need for culturally informed coach-education programmes that integrate relational ethics, adversity-based pedagogy, and contextual awareness of poverty-related challenges.

Abstract: Urban Green Space Per Capita (UGSPC) is one of the oldest and most widely applied indicators in urban planning, providing a measure of green areas in relation to the population size. Despite its century-long application and decades of research, no global systematic review has previously synthesized how UGSPC has been applied, interpreted, and evolved across different contexts. This study aims to fill that gap by conducting the first comprehensive systematic review, following PRISMA guidelines, examining the usage, trends, and effectiveness of UGSPC in both developed and developing countries. Thematic analysis revealed that most studies were published in journals focused on sustainability and environmental science. The results show a surge in publications following the COVID-19 pandemic, reflecting a growing recognition of the importance of urban green spaces for public health and livability. Moreover, 67% of the studies were conducted in developing countries, while 30% of the publications were in developed countries. Higher UGSPC values are generally found in developed cities; however, this was not a rule. Time series studies showed a decline in UGSPC in some developed and developing countries, influenced by factors such as population density, urbanization stage, climate, and economic conditions. Although UGSPC is widely used, most municipalities typically develop their plans based on this measurement. 95% of the included research incorporated additional measurements, including accessibility, social equity, spatial patterns, ecological services, ecosystem benefits, and human health. This study suggests that UGSPC is still used as an indicator in urban planning and policy and integrating it with other indicators can serve as contemporary indicators to capture better equity, functionality, and sustainability in urban environments.

Abstract: This paper introduces the Sextuple Helix Innovation Model as an extension of the Quintuple Helix Innovation Model by Carayannis and Campbell. It considers the understanding of generative AI (GenAI) as a sixth helix of knowledge production in sustainable innovation ecosystems. Accordingly, the knowledge economy of GenAI will be discussed in the context of innovation processes of cultural and creative industries. While GenAI is largely described in social discourses as a tool that potentially replaces human creativity and thus destroys jobs, this paper discusses GenAI as an entity with a specific knowledge economy that contributes to creative innovation processes in exchange with the five established helices of science, politics, economy, the media- and culture-based public and the natural environment of societies. With the help of a scoping review, a comprehensive evaluation of academic literature from the fields of creative industries, cultural policy, and innovation research, based on a constructivist epistemological approach and knowledge economy theory, confirmed that the positioning of GenAI as an epistemic actor in the Sextuple Helix Innovation Model reframes and redefines discourses beyond the prevailing narratives of disruption and regulation.

Abstract: Background: The rapid integration of digital technologies into everyday life has raised widespread concerns regarding the psychological consequences of prolonged screen exposure. While prior studies have shown associations between screen time and mental health issues, findings have often been inconsistent, largely due to simplistic linear models and limited behavioral contextualization. This study aims to address these gaps by evaluating how various forms of screen use, lifestyle behaviors, and psychological indicators jointly influence mental wellness in a population of digitally active individuals. Methods: We analyzed a self-reported dataset of 400 participants containing detailed metrics on screen use (mobile, TV, laptop), sleep quality, stress, productivity, mood, and other lifestyle behaviors. Statistical analyses included Pearson correlation, multivariate linear regression, and K-means clustering with Principal Component Analysis (PCA) to uncover behavioral subtypes. Predictors of mental wellness were identified through standardized regression coefficients, and clusters were interpreted based on their psychological and digital usage profiles. Results: Stress emerged as the strongest negative predictor of mental wellness (β = −10.69), followed by sleep quality (β = +5.92) and productivity (β = +4.72). Contrary to prevailing assumptions, total screen time and leisure screen use had minimal direct impact on wellness once mediating variables were included. Clustering revealed three distinct digital behavior phenotypes: (1) Balanced and Active Users, (2) Leisure-Heavy High-Stress Users, and (3) Burnout-Prone Professionals. These profiles showed differing wellness outcomes sharply and validated the multidimensional nature of digital health risk. Conclusion: Mental wellness in digital contexts is best understood through a multivariable lens that accounts for stress, sleep, and self-regulatory behaviors rather than raw screen time alone. These findings challenge traditional screen time metrics and highlight the need for personalized, context-aware interventions. This study offers a replicable computational framework for identifying behavioral risk profiles and supports a paradigm shift from screen avoidance to digital self-optimization.