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Research Article DOI: 10.68064/jshe.2025.5jm208rt

Examining the Prevalence and Socio-demographic Correlates of Food Neophobia and Fussiness in Nsukka Urban School-aged Population

Umennuihe C. L^*, Onyeke N.G, Ukala C.U, Onah E.S

The study assessed the prevalence and associated factors of food neophobia and food fussiness among school-aged children in Nsukka urban. The 4 objectives guided the study were to determine the prevalence of food neophobia and fussiness and to ascertain the demographic factors associated with food neophobia and fussiness. A descriptive cross-sectional survey design was adopted for the study. The p...

Jun, 2025 pp. 1-11 15 views 8 downloads

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Research Article DOI: 10.68064/jshe.2024.ip036izz

Effect of Food–Based Intervention on the Linear Growth and Psycho-Cognitive Development of Malnourished Children Aged 6-59 Months in Kanam Communities of Plateau State

John W. Darb^*, Helen S. Jacob, Mohammed Buhari

Malnutrition remains a significant public health concern globally, particularly among children in low-resource settings. This community based cross-sectional investigation aimed to assess the impact of food-based intervention on linear growth and psycho-cognitive development of malnourished children within selected communities in Kanam Local Government area (LGA), Plateau state. A mixed method app...

Jun, 2024 pp. 1-10 9 views 7 downloads

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Research Article DOI: 10.68064/jshe.2021.yl55uop2

Ensuring Sustainable Family Living In An Unstable Economy

Ekemini E. Uko-Aviomoh^*

The world has just come out of total lockdown occasioned by the ravaging effect of COVID-19 pandemic when all economic activities were grounded. Family members stayed together for one full year with little or no economic activities. Tension, uncertainty and depletion of family income with little or no means of replenishment contributed to family crisis in some households making sustainable family ...

Dec, 2021 pp. 1-5 9 views 3 downloads

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Research Article DOI: 10.68064/jshe.2020.3jlia8eh

Incorporating Environmental and Social Safeguards into Climate Change Adaptation Strategies in Households

Jonathan Ali-ogwuche^*

The effect of climate change on households cannot be overemphasized. A wide range of actions – structural, institutional or social – are employed in adapting to the vagaries of climate change. These actions, though anthropogenic, create new threats for both local and regional ecosystems. At the household level, the actions/strategies fall under category B, which indicates minor and non-cumulative ...

Dec, 2020 pp. 1-7 15 views 4 downloads

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Research Article DOI: 10.68064/jshe.2019.gliljo8i

Current Research Concerns and Emerging Technologies in Agriculture, Family, Industry, Health and Education

F. A. Ajayi^*

Home Economics came into being as early as the 19th century when the principles of applied domesticity were being taught. However, the term “Home Economics” was not applied until the early 20th century due to efforts of Ellen Swallow Richards (1842-1911) which culminated in the 1899 formation of Lake Placid Conferences that led to the coining of the term Home Economics. By 1862, the Morrill Act wa...

Jun, 2019 pp. 1-14 6 views 4 downloads

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Research Article DOI: 10.68064/jshe.2021.fst90w0e

Environmental Challenges and Sustainable Family Living in a Depressed Economy

Imaobong D. Akpan^*

Environment refers to the surroundings in which a person, (animal or plant) lives and operates from. There are issues within the environment that may be hazardous to human population which may be both biological and physical. Human activities within the environment may create environmental challenges which include developmental, economical, psychological and technological amongst others. These cha...

Dec, 2021 pp. 6-16 8 views 4 downloads

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Research Article DOI: 10.68064/jshe.2020.eiw9j1ks

Influence of Global Climate Change on Lifestyles of Family Members in Ilorin South LGA of Kwara State

GBADEBO Christiana Teniola^*, BABAYEJU, Adeshola Ajoke, ADENIJI, Oluwakemi Toyin, OLUWADARE, Adenike A, OYEGUNWA Oluwatoyin Ruth

Climate change refers to an increase in average global temperatures caused by natural events and human activities, which are believed to be contributing to an increase in average global temperatures affecting food production, drinking water, spread of infectious disease, occupation, income groups, classes, which may have significant influence on lifestyle of family members. This study examines the...

Dec, 2020 pp. 8-20 12 views 4 downloads

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Research Article DOI: 10.68064/jshe.2024.e7qlq96a

Effect of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy on Dysfunctional Cognition Among Couples in Marital Conflicts in Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, Nigeria

Mobuogwu-Osaji N.J^*, Adamu E.E, Mohammed, Aisha Z.

The study investigated the effect of cognitive behavioral therapy on dysfunctional cognition among couples in marital conflict in Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, Nigeria. Two research objectives and two null hypotheses guided the study. Quasi-experimental design was adopted for the study with a population of sixty-eight (68) couples experiencing marital conflict and have reported their cases in ...

Jun, 2024 pp. 11-19 10 views 3 downloads

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Research Article DOI: 10.68064/jshe.2025.j0ry1pq2

Impact of Insurgency on Parent-Child Relationship and Food Security among Internally Displaced Persons in Northeast Nigeria

Keswet L. A.^*, Amina Tani Ibrahim

This study examines the impact of insurgency on parent-child relationship and food security among Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) in Northeast Nigeria. The study was guided by 4 objectives. The research design was a descriptive survey research design. Data was collected from 405 respondents across IDP camps in the three most affected states. The sample comprised primary caregivers and househol...

Jun, 2025 pp. 12-20 14 views 4 downloads

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Research Article DOI: 10.68064/jshe.2021.u605lkkv

Awareness and Use of Assistive Technology Devices for Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Case of Open Doors Special Education Center, Jos

Umennuihe C. L^*, Okechukwu F. O, Nnubia, Ujunwa Ifeoma, Umennuihe A. E, Eze E. C

The study investigated the awareness and use of assistive technology devices for children with autism spectrum disorder by staff of Open Doors Special Education Centre, Jos. The study population consisted of thirteen teaching staff of the centre. Questionnaire was used for data collection. Descriptive statistics such as frequencies, percentages, means and standard deviation were used for data anal...

Dec, 2021 pp. 17-25 10 views 4 downloads