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Research Article DOI: 10.68064/jshe.2024.owe4lwrw

Impact of Insurgency on Spouses’ Relationships Among the Internally Displaced Persons in Northeast Geo-Political Zone, Nigeria

Amina Tani Ibrahim*, Christiana Oyigowo Adaji, Abigail Isaac Ayuba

Most research on the impact of insurgency in Nigeria has largely overlooked the critical dynamics of spousal relationships within internally displaced persons (IDPs) camps, despite the essential role these relationships play in ensuring family stability during times of crisis. This study seeks to address this significant gap by investigating how insurgency has influenced communication patterns, em...

Jun, 2024 pp. 157-163 11 views 3 downloads
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Research Article DOI: 10.68064/jshe.2020.6ehlv6vh

Challenges of Climate Change and Implications for the Nigerian Child

Onu. R.O*, Okwori E, Natala C., Akpusugh, A. R

Climate change is an adverse environmental phenomenon occurring at rates projected to be unprecedented in recent human history. Climate change could result in social, economic and environmental crises affecting the younger population. Nigeria is a country of the young with 46% of its population under the age of 15 and these represent the largest group currently affected by climate change. Children...

Dec, 2020 pp. 157-164 11 views 4 downloads
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Research Article DOI: 10.68064/jshe.2025.c49eu2gd

Clothing Recycling for the Production of Throw Pillows: A Strategy for Family Economic Sustainability

Nasara Edith S*

The study focused on clothing recycling for the production of throw pillows for family sustainability during economic hardship. Specifically, the study was guided by 3 objectives. Research and Development (R & D) design was used for materials and method. Prototype throw pillows were produced and subjected to a panel of 20 respondents to determine the aesthetics using the parameters for suitability...

Jun, 2025 pp. 160-166 13 views 5 downloads
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Research Article DOI: 10.68064/jshe.2021.un5g9e59

Nutrient Composition and Sensory Qualities of Landolphia Togolana Used for Traditional Soup Consumed by Post-Partum Mothers in Akoko Region of Ondo State, Nigeria

Deborah O. Opaleke*, Lilian I. Salami, Ekemini E. Uko-Aviomoh, Oluwatosin A. Ijabadeniyi

Landolphia togolana is locally known as jabajaba is an underutilized plant with wide range of applications. This study assessed the nutritional composition and sensory qualities of Landolphia togolana root specie used in soup preparation by post-partum mothers in Ondo State, Nigeria. Landolphia togolana root were harvested, washed, dried at 50 ! and then milled into powder using a domestic blender...

Jun, 2021 pp. 163 - 171 8 views 2 downloads
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Research Article DOI: 10.68064/jshe.2024.32nxk36k

Awareness, Availability and Utilization of Smart and Functional Garments In Managing Diabetes Among Working-Class Women (Aged 30-60) In Enugu State: Implications for Sustainable Family Development

Ozougwu S. U*, Owoh, Akubue B.

The study is a cross-sectional survey to determine the awareness, availability and utilization of smart and functional garments in managing diabetes among working class women (aged 30-60) in Enugu State: Implication for sustainable family development. Population for the study comprised 120 outpatient working class female diabetics (30--60 years) attending clinics at Teaching Hospitals in Enugu Sta...

Jun, 2024 pp. 164-171 9 views 4 downloads
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Research Article DOI: 10.68064/jshe.2020.hiscr90q

Ways of Improving the Elderly Challenges in Oboro Ikwuano, Abia State

Ejinkeonye Uju Bridget*, Nwakpadolu Glory M., Azuonye, Peace Ugonma

Providing appropriate care to the elderly is emerging as one of the major challenges of this century. The study identified ways of improving elderly challenges in Oboro Ikwuano, Abia State. Five research questions guided the study. The population consist of 244 elderly from Amawom and Umugbalu community in Oboro, Ikwuano LGA of Abia State. Multistage sampling techniques was used to select the samp...

Dec, 2020 pp. 165-172 15 views 4 downloads
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Research Article DOI: 10.68064/jshe.2026.1doho2z6

Influence of Family Education on Family Adjustments and Child -Raising Among Low-Income Earners in Dutsin-Ma Local Government of Kastina State

Gambo A. I.*, Abdullahi S. L, Ibrahim N. Y, Shuaibu H. C, Onu. R.O

This study investigated the influence of family education on family adjustment in the process of raising children among low-income earners in Dutsin-Ma Local Government Area, Katsina State. The study was guided by the assumption that parental education provides not only literacy skills but also exposure to better parenting practices, emotional regulation and strategies for supporting children’s ac...

Jun, 2025 pp. 167-172 12 views 4 downloads
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Research Article DOI: 10.68064/jshe.2024.qcnt3z2c

Evaluation of the Proximate Composition and Functional Properties of Dioscorea dumentorum (Bitter yam) and Musa paradisiaca (Unripe plantain) Flour Blend for Instant Fufu

Ugwuanyi. A. Nnaemeka*, Chukwuone.A. Chiamaka, Okoro Oluchukwu Joy

The study determined the proximate composition and functional properties of Dioscorea dumentorum (Bitter yam) and Musa paradisiaca (Unripe plantain) flour blend for instant fufu. The bitter yam and unripe plantain flour used in this study were washed, peeled, sliced into small pieces, dried in the desiccator, and milled separately into flour. The formulation of the blended flour was done into five...

Jun, 2024 pp. 172-180 10 views 3 downloads
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Research Article DOI: 10.68064/jshe.2021.mrx26762

Family Adjustment Programs in Edo South in The Face of Covid-19 Pandemic: Implication for Sustainable Family Living in an Unstable Economy

Ojomu Adeniyi Andrew*, Nwaeze Ifeyinwa Blessing, Ibrahim Bose, Dauda Fatima

COVID-19 pandemic and its emerging crises have led to economic distress which was never envisaged by a people. It came as a shock as families lost their jobs or income, as sudden closures of schools, restriction of movement and the widespread of the disease and death threatened everyone. The COVID-19 crises will not affect all families equally but causes more harm to families with low income. The ...

Jun, 2021 pp. 172 - 177 8 views 3 downloads
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Research Article DOI: 10.68064/jshe.2025.4528qk2u

Influence of Nutrition Education in Strengthening Community Resilience to Food Insecurity At The Federal University of Education, Zaria

Rabi Shehu D*, Christiana Oyigowo Adaji, Zainab Abubakar, Abigail Isaac Ayuba, Aisha Haruna B

This study investigated the role of nutrition education in strengthening community resilience to food insecurity at the Federal University of Education, Zaria. Specifically, the objectives were to examine the impact of nutrition education on the dietary habits of community members and to assess the extent to which nutrition education enhances community resilience strategies against food insecurity...

Jun, 2025 pp. 173-179 12 views 4 downloads