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1 - Identifying dynamic capabilities in pharmaceutical industry by Grounded theory (GT)
معصومه کاظمی Seyed Mohammad Moghimi Ali Asghar PourezzatBackground: Strategy scholars have argued that capabilities can influence firm performance through a variety of means and mechanisms. Objective: Present study, based on the current state of the pharmaceutical companies and their need for dynamic capabilities, is trying MoreBackground: Strategy scholars have argued that capabilities can influence firm performance through a variety of means and mechanisms. Objective: Present study, based on the current state of the pharmaceutical companies and their need for dynamic capabilities, is trying to identify dynamic capabilities that make prospective and pioneering and fulfill their vision in current changing environment. Methods: In order to identify these capabilities, the qualitative approach and the Grounded theory approach have been used. In this regard, main capabilities were identified by 12 deep interviews with pharmaceutical industry experts. Findings: In the first phase of the study, 42 codes including market scanning, competitor monitoring etc. were extracted from interviews. And in coding phase, the codes obtained from previous step were classified into 13 codes of environmental scanning, creating an intelligent information system, idea generation, new product development, new process development, organizational flexibility, technological flexibility, adaptability, ability to evaluate and apply foreign knowledge, creating a communication network, managerial recognition, strategic decision making and managerial human capital. Finally, the ability to understand the environment, innovation capability, flexibility capability, attractiveness capability, and managerial capability were identified as dynamic capabilities of the pharmaceutical industry. Conclusion: Pharmaceutical companies will be able to identify the conditions and changes through the ability to understand the environment and they will be able to provide appropriate response to these conditions by innovation and flexibility capabilities, attractiveness and managerial capabilities. Manuscript profile -
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2 - The impact of SMEs Characteristics on Financial Performance Growth via the Mediating role of Prospective Marketing Intelligence and Strategic Flexibility
Rasoul mehdikhani changiz valmohammadiAim: The purpose of this study is to analyze SMEs Characteristics on Financial Performance Growth via the Mediating Effect of Prospective Marketing Intelligence and Strategic Flexibility. Background: SMEs pharmaceutical as the main actors of the supply chain have become MoreAim: The purpose of this study is to analyze SMEs Characteristics on Financial Performance Growth via the Mediating Effect of Prospective Marketing Intelligence and Strategic Flexibility. Background: SMEs pharmaceutical as the main actors of the supply chain have become superior partners for larger companies, adopted with changing business scenario depends on Prospective Marketing Intelligence and Strategic Flexibility. Method: Data implemented with a sample mass of 175 SMEs managements. The research data were collected by questionnaire by email to the managers of SMEs. The validity and reliability of the questionnaire were confirmed before distribution. Data Analysis was conducted by SEM (Smart-PLS). Findings: SMEs characteristics have positive impacts on prospective marketing intelligence, prospective marketing intelligence has a positive impact on strategic flexibility and financial performance growth, and strategic flexibility has a positive impact on financial performance growth. SMEs characteristics don’t have meaningful impacts on performance growth. SMEs characteristics through prospective marketing intelligence have a positive effect on financial performance growth. Prospective marketing intelligence through strategic flexibility has a positive impact on financial performance growth. Conclusion: Managers use training about marketing intelligence to identify and extract strategic information sources and modify business strategies in line with environmental changes. Also, by utilizing marketing intelligence in social networks, they can gather information related to customers, competitors, products and markets faster and cheaper. Manuscript profile -
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3 - Designing Effective Managerial Automations Model in Iranian Industries
A. Moghbel baarz M.S. HorriThe effective use of industrial Automation systems in Iranian industrial organization , is based upon the consideration of the management factor which affec MoreThe effective use of industrial Automation systems in Iranian industrial organization , is based upon the consideration of the management factor which affect such systems. Iranian industrial organizations , with out considering these factors , manufacture and import the industrial Automation systems . Due to researches in this field , and regard to excessive expenses for constractions and imports of such systems , yet managers are not satisfied . In other world the industrial automation could not help the industrial managers to gain the goals in Iran . Consequently , four dimentions of organizations effectiveness were identified : Organizational structure , Organizational Culture , Quality of Work Life and management Style . The authors has found that effective automation in Iranian ,industries , should be moved toward organic structure , Innovative Culture , Satisfaction Quality of Work Life Delegative management . Manuscript profile -
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4 - Development of a Structural Model of the Role of Media Literacy on Personal Values with the Mediation of Cognitive Flexibility of Women in Tehran
Mahboobeh Moosivand hamideh hosseinzadeh Samaneh Rashtbar Rana MohammadzadehThis research was carried out with the aim of developing a structural model of the role of media literacy on personal values with the mediation of cognitive flexibility, and in terms of its practical-developmental purpose, and in terms of data collection, it is descript MoreThis research was carried out with the aim of developing a structural model of the role of media literacy on personal values with the mediation of cognitive flexibility, and in terms of its practical-developmental purpose, and in terms of data collection, it is descriptive-survey. The statistical population of the research is the women of Tehran, and in this research, Morgan's table was used to select the sample size, and 107 people were selected by simple random method according to the desired statistical population. In this research, the tools of data collection are Tamman's pattern questionnaire (1995), Schwartz's personal values, Dennis's cognitive flexibility, and SPSS and SmartPLS 3 software were used for data analysis. The results of the research showed that media literacy had an effect on the personal values of women in Tehran with an intensity of 0.228 and cognitive flexibility on the individual values of women in Tehran with an intensity of 0.505, but the role of media literacy on the level of cognitive flexibility of women in Tehran and literacy The media on personal values with the mediating role of cognitive flexibility of Tehran women was not confirmed according to the significance level which is higher than 0.05. The findings of the present study can increase cognitive flexibility and reduce the negative effects of the media through the promotion of individual values and its components Manuscript profile -
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5 - Evaluation of the Flexible Elements Components in Housing Design to Determine their Priority according to Delphi Design Method
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6 - Navigation in Determining the Physical Factors Affecting Creativity of Children's in Urban Parks
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7 - A Review on the Extent of Urban Design Intervention in Iran’s Architectural Structures for Interaction with Architectural Innovation
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8 - Elixir of Recent Vestiges; A Comparative Study of the Indentity Problem in the Qajar Chronology
محسن KhaliliCataloging of historical events could be done in three manners:historigraphy, chronology and beholding history. The author callsthem narration which has a distinguished speciality. He belives that asa matter of fact writing the events which have been taken place in theQ MoreCataloging of historical events could be done in three manners:historigraphy, chronology and beholding history. The author callsthem narration which has a distinguished speciality. He belives that asa matter of fact writing the events which have been taken place in theQajar dynasty into history was not never historigraphy and nor wasa chronology by itself. So there are several themes that run throughthe time which attemp to rethink beholding history in this way. Theauthor uses a modernized one: identity. He describes it as a processwhich leads to the realization of what is and who is. The content ofthis context can be analyzed on the basis of “Self-Else” , “traditionalreligiouslegitimate” and “authority”. In this article three texts of theQajar dynasty have been collate by these Substances: (elixir of history,royal vestiges, modern history). He concludes that identity have anyobjectivity itself. It is important to appreciate the full significance ofthe point that the history texts imply a process with men’s identity orindividaulity. This binary matching of identity with history has beenunderstood too inflexibly. Manuscript profile -
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9 - Investigating the Effect of Real Options Resulting from Flexibility on Stock Return
mostafa Heidari Haratmeh Shamsollah ShirinbakhshIn this study, evidence is presented that shows the positive stock return-volatility relationship at the firm level is due to firm's real options. In the real options theory, it can be deduced:A) that the positive stock return-volatility at the firm level for those firm MoreIn this study, evidence is presented that shows the positive stock return-volatility relationship at the firm level is due to firm's real options. In the real options theory, it can be deduced:A) that the positive stock return-volatility at the firm level for those firms with more real options is much stronger and that the level of the sensitivity of the firm's stock return in response to the changes in the stock return volatility is significantly reduced due to the use of real options.B) that, the relationship between return – volatility for companies that have fewer restrictions and greater capabilities to better respond to uncertain demands (greater flexibility) are much stronger. In the real options models, managerial flexibility leads to greater firm's value convexity function . Thus, according to the theory of Jensen's inequality, sensitivity of the firm's value due to volatility in firm's underlying assets, while increasing, it should help to strengthen the company's flexibility to the changes in investment decisions and operations. Manuscript profile -
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10 - The Comparison of the Influence of the Use of Information Technology on Creative Thinking between Primary Education and Computer Students in Islamic Azad University of Zanjan
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11 - Work Motivation: A Study on Regular and Part-time Employees of Bangladesh
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12 - Surveying Factors Influencing Customers Loyalty in Private Banks Based on Fast Response Organization`s Model
A. Zamani Moghaddam K. LahijiIn this study, affecting factors on customer loyalty of Parsian Bank and EN Bank based organizations respond to rapid scale model based on service quality, reliability, speed of service, flexibility, innovation and also studied image and their influence on customers loy MoreIn this study, affecting factors on customer loyalty of Parsian Bank and EN Bank based organizations respond to rapid scale model based on service quality, reliability, speed of service, flexibility, innovation and also studied image and their influence on customers loyalty of these Banks in the six hypotheses analyzed and the level of customer loyalty was investigated. Population research, customers of the Bank Persians and EN Bank in Tehran based on sample stage cluster random is number of 270 customers of each bank. Based on data analysis of this research, all factors considered in the on customer loyalty of Parsian Bank and EN Bank was effective and factors of service quality, reliability, speed of service, flexibility, innovation and also studied image were the highest effect on customer loyalty. Also based on this study of samples studied, the reliability of service and image with customers in the Parsian Bank is than better of EN Bank, in other aspects these banks are almost similar conditions. According to research, though private banks in terms of service quality, reliability, speed of service are in good condition and largely have been successful to create the appropriate image in the mind of own customers, but the factors of flexibility and innovation are so important characteristics of organizations to respond quickly, in terms of their customers than other factors are at lower level. Therefore, more attention to use the innovation and flexibility in providing services, it seems necessary to reinforce the strengths and eliminate weaknesses of Private Bank based on these questionnaires; in this study recommendations are presented. Manuscript profile -
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13 - Investigation of the Effects of Corporation Ability Association and Brand Awareness on Repurchase Intention and Mediator Roles of Quality Perception and Brand Resonance in Consumer Decision Marketing Process
A. R. KiaThis research is aimed at investigation of the effects of corporation ability association (CAA) and brand awareness on repurchase intention and mediator roles of quality perception and brand resonance in consumer decision marketing process. This used model is theory res MoreThis research is aimed at investigation of the effects of corporation ability association (CAA) and brand awareness on repurchase intention and mediator roles of quality perception and brand resonance in consumer decision marketing process. This used model is theory research and expanded brand equity of Aaker and Keller. Which impressive variables in accepting, consist of corporation ability association, brand awareness, quality perception, brand resonance, brand extensibility, price flexibility, repurchase intention. Procedure which has been done by a group of 385 person from Tehran's researches and sciences Azad University branch using descriptive statistically way, reasoning and constructive variable for intention for repeated purchase and decision-making process. Result of analysis using structural equations modeling has shown that overall CAA and quality perception and brand extensibility, brand awareness and quality perception, quality perception and brand resonance and price flexibility and repurchase intention, brand resonance and brand extensibility, has means relationship and variables mention has effected to process purchase. Manuscript profile -
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14 - Accounting flexibility and managers' optimism: Test of management discretion theory
Soghra Barari Nokashti Bahman Banimahd Ahmad YaghoubnejadThe purpose of this study was to investigate the relationship between accounting flexibility and the managers' optimism in earnings forecast based on the theory of managerial discretion. The statistical sample of the research includes 129 companies from listed companies MoreThe purpose of this study was to investigate the relationship between accounting flexibility and the managers' optimism in earnings forecast based on the theory of managerial discretion. The statistical sample of the research includes 129 companies from listed companies in Tehran Stock Exchange between 2008 to 2016. The results of the research show that there is a direct and meaningful relationship between the amount of accounting flexibility with earnings predictive growth and predictive error by management. As firms with high accounting flexibility have a more optimistic prediction than companies with low accounting flexibility. Also, companies with higher accounting flexibility through earnings manipulation have been able to increase earnings above Forecast earnings and their earnings forecast error is positive, but firms with low accounting flexibility due to the effect Cumulative of the past accruals management has been confronted with a limitation on Manipulation of current period earnings and future periods, so the predictive error of their earnings is negative. According to the results of the research, it is suggested to investors and analysts to be attentive to managers' Opportunistic optimism When they use earnings Forecast by Managers Manuscript profile -
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15 - nvestigating the effect of dimensions of philosophical mentality on the objectivity of the auditor
Alireza Mansourabadi javad moradi Allah Karam Salehi Houshang AmiriThe purpose of this study is to investigate the effect of the dimensions of philosophical mentality on the objectivity of the auditor. For this purpose, three related dimensions, namely comprehensiveness, reflection and flexibility were considered as dimensions of philo MoreThe purpose of this study is to investigate the effect of the dimensions of philosophical mentality on the objectivity of the auditor. For this purpose, three related dimensions, namely comprehensiveness, reflection and flexibility were considered as dimensions of philosophical Method: Managers and supervisors of auditing firms members of the Society of Accountants were selected as the research sample. This research is of applied research type and the method of collecting descriptive information is of survey type and qualitative research type and the tool used in the research is standard questionnaires. In this research, the structural equation model with partial least squares (PLS) approach has been used to confirm the relationships between variables. The results indicate that in auditing firms that are members of the Iranian Society of Certified Public Accountants, there is a positive and significant relationship between the three dimensions of philosophical mentality and objectivity of the auditor. But the biggest impact is on the comprehensiveness dimension. Manuscript profile -
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16 - Implications of Lintner’s Model in Examine of dividends Adjustment Speed with the Rolling Regressions in Crisis Situations
S. Morteza Nabavian S. Ali Nabavi Chashmi Iman Dadashi Bahram Mohseni MalekiInternal financial flexibility Management directly relies on how to use cash, unused debt capacity and its interaction in crisis situations and external shocks and also on corporate dividend policies. Investigating unused debt capacity as a component of corporate intern MoreInternal financial flexibility Management directly relies on how to use cash, unused debt capacity and its interaction in crisis situations and external shocks and also on corporate dividend policies. Investigating unused debt capacity as a component of corporate internal financial flexibility is important because it addresses the dynamics and sustainability of internal financial flexibility and improves corporate performance in dealing with shock and unexpected financial crises as well as the use of Optimized for investment opportunities and profitability. In this regard, the present paper examines the relationship between unused debt capacity and the dividends adjustment speed, considering the role of Liquidity shock moderation. In order to measure the dividends adjustment speed, which is a benchmark for dividend smoothing, the rolling window regressions based on the Lintner model (1956) was used Dijang et al (2012) and Faulkender and Wang (2006) method is applied for measuring the unused debt capacity, which is an indicator for measuring financial flexibility. According to the research constraints, 105 companies listed in Tehran Stock Exchange during the period of 2008-2018 using the STATA software have been investigated. The results of the research show that the unused debt capacity does not have a significant effect on the dividends adjustment speed. Also, the Liquidity shock has no effect on the relationship between the unused debt capacity and the dividends adjustment speed. Manuscript profile -
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17 - Investigation of organizational agility in 22 districts of in the municipality of Tehran
Mehrnosh JafariBackground: In this dynamic environment of organization, the importance of using appropriate methods for facing with changes is important. One of the best ways to deal with environmental changes, leading to the organization to be agile. The aim of this study was to eval MoreBackground: In this dynamic environment of organization, the importance of using appropriate methods for facing with changes is important. One of the best ways to deal with environmental changes, leading to the organization to be agile. The aim of this study was to evaluate the organizational agility in the municipality of Tehran (22 districts) Methodology: This applied research is descriptive-survey. 377 -person sample of the population of Tehran Municipality staff (22 districts) with multi-stage sampling (cluster and systematic) were collected. Data collected by using standard questionnaires (organizational agility) analyzed by spss tests such as single-sample t-test and Friedman test and descriptive parameters such as mean and median were analyzed. Finding: Research findings indicate that organizational agility of organizations surveyed is in relatively good and in terms of ranking and prioritizing the importance of organizational agility indicators, merit is the highest priority. Result: It is necessary for managers to identify changes in environment and facing with changes by using proper policy and preparing organization for agile. Manuscript profile -
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18 - Structural Equation Model in relation to Organizational Culture, Flexibility of Working Hours and Staff Loyalty with Mediating Role of Organizational Commitment
maryam hafezian javad golpasandIntroduction and Objective: This study was aimed at investigating the structural equation model in relation to organizational culture, flexibility of working hours and staff loyalty with the mediating role of organizational commitment in the labor and social affairs org MoreIntroduction and Objective: This study was aimed at investigating the structural equation model in relation to organizational culture, flexibility of working hours and staff loyalty with the mediating role of organizational commitment in the labor and social affairs organization of North Khorasan Province. Method: The descriptive-correlational research method was used in this study. The statistical population of the study consisted of total 260 employees where 155 subjects was selected with stratified random sampling as the sample size. Data collection tools were Dennisson's Organizational Culture Questionnaire (2000), flexibility of working hours questionnaire designed by Seyyed Naghavi et al. (2012) and Organizational Commitment Questionnaire by Allen & Meyer (1990) and Staff Loyalty Assessment Questionnaire (Hosseini, 2007). After confirming the validity, the reliability of the questionnaires was calculated using the Cronbach's alpha coefficient of 0.931, 0.937, 0907 and 0.881, respectively. Factor analysis was performed for statistical analysis by SPSS software version 19 and structural model method using LISREL software version 8. Findings: The results showed that the path coefficient between organizational culture and staff loyalty was 0.73, the coefficient of flexibility of working hours and organizational commitment was 0.66 and the path coefficient between organizational commitment and staff loyalty was 0.56. Therefore, there is a relationship between organizational culture and the flexibility of working hours on staff loyalty with the mediating role of organizational commitment. Conclusion: Findings show that by strengthening the organizational culture and flexibility of working hours among employees of the labor and social affairs organization of North Khorasan province, the loyalty of employees to the organization increased, among which organizational commitment had a key role. Findings: Findings showed that the amount of path coefficient between organizational culture and employee loyalty was 0.73, The coefficient of flexibility coefficient of working hours and organizational commitment is 0.66 And the amount of path coefficient between organizational commitment and employee loyalty was 0.56. Therefore, there is a relationship between organizational culture and the flexibility of working hours on employee loyalty with the mediating role of organizational commitment. Manuscript profile -
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19 - The effect of computer educational games on mental flexibility and academic achievement in secondary school students
mohsen rezayi nadi alizadeh faranak paydarThe purpose of this study was to investigate the effect of computer educational games on mental flexibility and academic achievement of students in Chamestan. This research is a semi-experimental study with pre-test-posttest design with control group. The statistical po MoreThe purpose of this study was to investigate the effect of computer educational games on mental flexibility and academic achievement of students in Chamestan. This research is a semi-experimental study with pre-test-posttest design with control group. The statistical population of this study was all students of Chamestan in 1397. The statistical sample included 30 students (15 in the control group and 15 in the experimental group) who were selected by available sampling method and then randomly assigned into two groups of experiment and control. The data gathering tool was a cognitive and mean flexibility as a student's academic achievement. Data analysis was performed using spss software version 21. In this study, for analyzing the data, we used the KS to normalize the data to examine all the hypotheses and determine the effect of the intervention on the experimental group and evaluate the difference between the two groups in the pre-test and post-test pre-test intervals and then the covariance analysis (ANCOVA) was used. . The findings of this study showed that computer educational games have an impact on mental flexibility and academic achievement of students in Chamestan. Manuscript profile -
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20 - Introducing critical residues in the human prion protein and its Asp 178 Asn mutant by molecular dynamics simulation
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21 - The Effects of Mothers' Employment the Cultural Intelligence of High School Students in Isfahan
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22 - An analysis of the flexibility of open residential spaces with emphasis on landscape elements (Case study: Araki House)
Leila Fatahi Mihammadreza Bemanian HamidReza SaremiToday, the rapid growth of Iranian cities in recent decades has quantitatively neglected them in terms of the quality of the yard and open space, this situation has minimized the comfort and quality of homes, today due to the progress made In the field of technology, it MoreToday, the rapid growth of Iranian cities in recent decades has quantitatively neglected them in terms of the quality of the yard and open space, this situation has minimized the comfort and quality of homes, today due to the progress made In the field of technology, it is possible to create a flexible architecture that adapts to the changes, an architecture that adapts to the changing needs of its residents. The research method in this research is descriptive-analytical to study and analyze houses built in the Qajar and Pahlavi periods in Arak and find common features related to plant species, water and body structure and landscape elements in the yard in order to create flexibility. Pays outdoors. In traditional Iranian houses, the connection of areas such as energy saving, landscaping and flexibility, etc. has been done, which in recent decades has been raised as a concern of scientists and architects as a fundamental and critical issue in the present world. The results show that the courtyards of ancient houses in Arak have a single structural pattern as well as landscaping elements and vegetation. This study tries to test the efficiency of landscape components in the open space of houses and based on modeling and retrieving the principles and factors of landscaping to find a suitable solution to enhance the flexibility of today's open architecture Manuscript profile -
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23 - Explaining the components affecting the flexibility of open residential spaces in Arak case study
Leila Fatahi Bemanian, Mohammadreza Bemanian HamidReza SaremiThe need for flexibility can be demonstrated from two dimensions, one in theory and the other in the many experiences that have existed throughout the history of architecture. Flexibility requires organization and without it it can lead to confusion and chaos. However, MoreThe need for flexibility can be demonstrated from two dimensions, one in theory and the other in the many experiences that have existed throughout the history of architecture. Flexibility requires organization and without it it can lead to confusion and chaos. However, complete flexibility is not possible, because there are boundaries that must preserve the entire system and the main structure. One of the preconditions for flexibility is the separate function of the retaining and separating elements of the building, therefore, the history of flexibility is closely related to the developments and flourishing of skeletal buildings in the new era. Theoretically, there are continuous changes that occur daily, monthly and even annually in environmental and human factors that these changes are generally in the form of three categories: changes in population structure (individuals), changes in rules and standards and Changes in values, architecture in order to adapt to these changes and maintain the quality of space, change is necessary, a change that according to the definitions, is considered flexible. In residential spaces, the ability to adapt the space to the personal needs and tastes of users is essential to maintain the desirability of the space. Factors such as increasing the number of children, change of residents and independence of children from the family, create the need for separation or integration in the housing unit or units. Also, the growth of people's age and change of their tastes is one of the factors that cause physical changes in the residential space. Manuscript profile -
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24 - The Effect of Social Capital on the Acceptability of the Supply Chain and Organizational Performance Considering the Two Roles of Adjustment and Mediation of the Alignment of the Management of the Supply Chain, Points and Absorbability (Study of Iran Khodro Automobile Company)
Pooyan GhaemiThe most important goal of this research is to investigate the impact of the role of social capital on supply chain flexibility and organizational performance. In this research, the alignment of marketing supply chain management is considered as a moderating variable an MoreThe most important goal of this research is to investigate the impact of the role of social capital on supply chain flexibility and organizational performance. In this research, the alignment of marketing supply chain management is considered as a moderating variable and absorption capacity as a mediating variable. This research is applied in terms of purpose and in terms of descriptive-analytical method with a causal approach. The statistical sample using Cochran's formula includes 392 employees of Iran Khodro Automobile Company. The standard questionnaire of Galaxy et al. (2020) was used to collect information and its face validity and factor analysis with KMO index equal to 0.928 and its reliability equal to 0.938 were obtained, which is confirmed. Using the path analysis technique, the results show that social capital has a positive and significant effect on supply chain flexibility. Also, social capital has a significant impact directly on the absorption capacity and considering the moderating role of marketing supply chain management alignment. The absorption capacity also has a positive and significant effect on the flexibility of the supply chain. Considering the moderating role of marketing supply chain management alignment as well as the mediating role of absorptive capacity, social capital also has a positive and significant effect on flexibility. Finally, supply chain flexibility has a positive and significant effect on organizational performance. Practical suggestions were also presented at the end. Manuscript profile -
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25 - Increasing Sociability with Flexible Design of Public Spaces of Residential Complexes
Negin Ghotbedin alireza mostaghni Ali AsgariIntroduction and Aim:Dwelling is a place for human comfort, which should respond to all of his physical, mental, and psychological demands. The importance of flexibility of residential spaces results in building appropriate and desirable spaces that ensure the physical MoreIntroduction and Aim:Dwelling is a place for human comfort, which should respond to all of his physical, mental, and psychological demands. The importance of flexibility of residential spaces results in building appropriate and desirable spaces that ensure the physical and mental health of human. Since social interactions are decreasing in the new era, its architecture seems to look for spaces that are appropriate for social interactions and correspond to the needs of their residents. In other words, it should be sufficiently flexible, leading to social interaction improvement. Regarding the importance of public spaces in residential complexes, this study intended to show the [importance] of flexibility of such spaces and the paths to flexibility and sociability. It also investigated whether or not the flexibility of public spaces improves dwelling quality. Method:The assessment of the components of flexibility of public spaces was done using interview and observation, and analysis of their results Findings:The use of flexibility in residential units, in different stages, provides the possibility of adapting people's residences to their changing needs and specific culture, which can include different potentials for implementing changes. Also, by reducing the side costs of moving and with an optimal and responsive design, it increases productivity and economic savings and increases the useful life of residential buildings. In addition, it can be a solution to reduce confusion in functions, anonymity in form and general disorder of residential units that are designed for undefined audiences. Conclusion: Findings of this study suggested that there was a direct relationship between the degrees of flexibility and sociability of public spaces. Manuscript profile -
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26 - An analysis of elements effective on the spatial quality of cinema complexes, with the aim of improving spatial dynamics
narges ghazanfari saeed azematiBackground and Objective: In today’s world, describing the standards of environment dynamics is one of the most important subjects in the field of architectural and urban planning, which should be considered in the architectural design process. The main purpose of MoreBackground and Objective: In today’s world, describing the standards of environment dynamics is one of the most important subjects in the field of architectural and urban planning, which should be considered in the architectural design process. The main purpose of this study is to investigate the effective components on improving the spatial quality of cinema campuses in order to promote spatial dynamics.Material and Methodology: The current research was carried out in 2019 and uses the "descriptive-analytical" method and the construction of a questionnaire to identify factors affecting spatial dynamics. The validity and reliability of the questionnaire was tested among 20 users of cultural spaces. The sample size was calculated using Cochran's formula and was performed by 150 people consisting of 72 women and 78 men. Using SPSS software and the Kolmogorov Smirnov test to evaluate the normality of the data and the correlation coefficient, the relationship between the variables was determined, and by calculating the score of each, the most effective components were determined.Findings: This research shows that there is a relationship between spatial dynamics and functional, formal, semantic, environmental and social criteria and in designing cultural spaces, they improve the quality of space for citizens in a desirable way.Discussion and Conclusion: Functional, environmental and social criteria have the highest numerical quantity and as a result have the maximum impact on spatial dynamics. Also, formal and semantic criteria are other important factors that affect spatial dynamics in the next stage. Manuscript profile -
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27 - Syntactic, lexical and temporal comparative deconstruction and deviation in Parvin Etesami's poetry
Bahman Gorgian Farangis AbbaszadehLanguage is a cultural reality and the product of human thought, which is associated with creativity and innovation. The creativity and creation of human language causes the combination of sounds and meanings in the form of complex linguistic constructions in literary c MoreLanguage is a cultural reality and the product of human thought, which is associated with creativity and innovation. The creativity and creation of human language causes the combination of sounds and meanings in the form of complex linguistic constructions in literary creations, and its actualization in the process of socialization and culture-building will bring literary creativity. Using linguistic constructions, the poet imagines the past, present, future and moves from reality to fantasy at any time and place. In the present study, we examine the syntactic, lexical and temporal deviation in Parvin Etesami's pieces, Masnavi and poems, whose poetry is a symbol of the Iraqi and Khorasani style. The results of the research indicate that he has been gotten away from the syntactic norms of conventional and standard language. The order of the words, the grammatical changes are in harmony according to the principles, structure and style of the language. Manuscript profile -
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28 - Predicting the social support of Staff based on the variables of flexibility and optimism
Razyeh Goli Yasman Modanloo Abu al-Qasim BarimaniS Social support is the establishment of a social interaction that, through continued communication, leads to empathy and ultimately to a safety net for the individual and helps him or her feels better about himself or herself. The purpose of this study is to determine MoreS Social support is the establishment of a social interaction that, through continued communication, leads to empathy and ultimately to a safety net for the individual and helps him or her feels better about himself or herself. The purpose of this study is to determine the Predicting the social support of Staff based on the variables of flexibility and optimism. The statistical population consisted of 250 employees of the health center in Sari. Sample size according to Morgan and Krejcy table, 148 individuals were selected randomly (gender). The instrument for collecting data was three standard Questionnaires of Dennis & Vanderwall Flexibility, Noori Optimism and Sherborne & Stuart Social support. The validity of the tool is confirmed by the experts and Specialists. Their reliability for each respectively was 0.83, 0.80 and 0.96. For data analysis, descriptive statistics and inferential statistics of Pearson correlation and multiple regressions were used. The results of the research showed that: There is a relationship between flexibility (r = 515) and optimism (r = 0.392), with social support of employees; and the share of flexibility and optimism is different in predicting the social support of the employees. Also, the flexibility, optimism, and social support of employees Based on gender were not different. Manuscript profile -
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29 - Explaining the Role of Organizational Intelligence on Organizational Effectiveness with the Mediation of Organizational Agility in Staff in Sports and Youth Departments
samaneh rastgoo Nahid Darooghe ArefiIntroduction: The purpose of study was to investigate the relationship between organizational intelligence and organizational effectiveness by examining the mediating role of organizational Agility among the staff of sport and youth departments in South Khorasan Method MoreIntroduction: The purpose of study was to investigate the relationship between organizational intelligence and organizational effectiveness by examining the mediating role of organizational Agility among the staff of sport and youth departments in South Khorasan Methods: The method of this research is descriptive and its design is a correlation type that was done by field method. The statistical population of this research includes all employees of youth and sport departments of South Khorasan (190 people). 123 of them were selected as sample by available sampling method. For data gathering, after confirming validity and reliability, questionnaires of organizational intelligence Karl Albrecht, (2002), organizational effectiveness of Hamidi (2003) and Standard Organizational Agility Questionnaire Zhang and Sharifi were used. Descriptive statistics and Structural Equation Modeling were used to analyze the data using SPSS and SMART PLS software. Results: The results showed that organizational intelligence has a direct and significant effect on organizational agility and organizational effectiveness. Organizational agility also has a direct and significant effect on organizational effectiveness.Finally, the results indicated the indirect and significant effect of organizational intelligence on organizational effectiveness through organizational agility. Conclusion: Considering the identification of the positive effect of organizational intelligence and organizational agility on organizational effectiveness, it seems that by increasing and strengthening organizational intelligence and organizational agility, it is possible to provide the basis for improving organizational effectiveness. Manuscript profile -
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30 - Role of Cognitive Flexibility and Emotional Regulation Problems in Prediction of Celebrity WorshipamongUniversity Students
Reza Shabahang Mohammad Ali Besharat mansooreh nikoogoftar Farzin Bagheri SheykhangafsheWorshiping celebrities is a complex and multidimensional issue that cognitive flexibility and emotional regulation are among the most important factors that can be effective in celebrity worship. This study aims to investigate the role of cognitive flexibility and emoti MoreWorshiping celebrities is a complex and multidimensional issue that cognitive flexibility and emotional regulation are among the most important factors that can be effective in celebrity worship. This study aims to investigate the role of cognitive flexibility and emotional regulation problems in predictionof celebrity worshipamonguniversity students.The statistical population of the study consisted of students of faculty of art and architecture of Guilan University in 1397, among which 280 female and male students were selected by convenience sampling method. Celebrity worship attitude scale (McCutcheon et al, 2002), Cognitive flexibility inventory (Dennis & Vander Wal, 2010) and difficulties in emotional regulation scale (Gratz & Roemer, 2004) were presented to the participants. Finally, data analysis was done by SPSS-24 software using multiple regression methods.According to the results, cognitive flexibility and difficulty in emotional regulation significantly predict celebrity worship (p<0/01).According to the findings of the research, applying programs and interventions to increase cognitive flexibility and the ability of emotional regulation can reducecelebrity worship that is associated with many physical and psychological disorders and negative social and cultural consequences. Manuscript profile -
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31 - The Effect of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) on Physical Symptoms, Psychosocial Flexibility and Social Health of Patients with Psoriasis
Mahnaz Aliakbaridehkordi somayeh ghafoori fariba jaffary Tayebeh MohtashamiThe purpose of this study was to investigate the effect of acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) on physical symptoms, psychological flexibility and social health of patients with psoriasis. The design of the study was experimental with a pretest-posttest design with MoreThe purpose of this study was to investigate the effect of acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) on physical symptoms, psychological flexibility and social health of patients with psoriasis. The design of the study was experimental with a pretest-posttest design with control and one-month follow-up. Thirty people with psoriatic who were referred to skin diseases Clinic of Sedigheh Tahereh in Isfahan were randomly chosen and assigned to two groups of 15 (experimental and control groups). In order to assess the physical symptoms, psychological flexibility and social health, Psoriasis Area Severity Index (PASI), Acceptance and Action Questionnaire (AAQ-II) and Keys' Social Health Questionnaire (2004) were used respectively. The results showed that acceptance and commitment therapy was effective in improving physical symptoms, psychological flexibility and social health of patients with psoriasis (P≤0.05). In sum, acceptance and commitment therapy can be used as an effective intervention for the improvement of physical symptoms, psychosocial flexibility and social health of patients with psoriasis. Manuscript profile -
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32 - Predicting Emotional Uncertainty Based on Early Maladaptive Schemas and Emotional Expressions with the Mediating Role of Cognitive Flexibility in Patients with Chronic Pain
leili vakilian morteza tarkhan javad khalatbari AbstractThe purpose of this study was to predict Alexithymia. based on early maladaptive schemas and emotional expressiveness with the role of mediating cognitive flexibility in patients with chronic pain. The research method was correlational and path analysis st More AbstractThe purpose of this study was to predict Alexithymia. based on early maladaptive schemas and emotional expressiveness with the role of mediating cognitive flexibility in patients with chronic pain. The research method was correlational and path analysis studies. For this study, 300 patients with chronic pain referred to Tehran hospitals were selected by multistage cluster sampling. Participants completed the questionnaires of early maladaptive schemas Yang (1988), King's and Ammons emotional expressiveness (1990), Toronto Emotional Intelligence (1994), Tagizadeh and Nikkhah's Cognitive Flexibility (2015). Amos and SPSS software were used for data analysis. The results of path analysis showed that only the domains of disturbed constraints of 0.18 and other areas of orientation of 0.14 have a positive effect in explaining the variance of alexithymia (p <0.05). Emotional expression in explaining the variance of alexithymia by -0.27; Affects the mediating variable (cognitive flexibility) -0.44 (p <0.01). Finally, emotional expression with an impact factor of -0.31 has an indirect effect on alexithymia through cognitive flexibility (p <0.01). The results of this study can be used to reduce the level of alexithymia by correcting early maladaptive schemas, emotional expression and cognitive flexibility in patients with chronic pain. Manuscript profile -
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33 - The effect of communication skills training on flexibility, self-responsibility and professional commitment of Arak dental students in relation to patients
Atieh Hatami Khosro Ramezani Alireza MaredpourCommunication skills are among the basic skills for living in the present age. Due to their job position, physicians must have sufficient skills to communicate properly with patients to enjoy comfort, satisfaction and health. The purpose of this study was the effect of MoreCommunication skills are among the basic skills for living in the present age. Due to their job position, physicians must have sufficient skills to communicate properly with patients to enjoy comfort, satisfaction and health. The purpose of this study was the effect of communication skills training on flexibility, self-responsibility and professional commitment of Arak dental students in relation to patients. This study was a quasi-experimental pre-test and post-test with a control group. The statistical population included all dental students of Arak State University of Medical Sciences in 2019, who were selected by available sampling method of 24 people and randomly divided into experimental groups (n=12) and control (n= 12). After selecting the sample and performing a pre-test on both groups, the solution-based treatment program was performed on the experimental group during 11 sessions of 90 minutes (2 sessions per week) and no intervention was performed on the control group. Research instruments included the 20-item Cognitive Flexibility Questionnaire by Dennis and Vanderwall (2010), and the 16-item Responsibility Questionnaire by Salkovskis et al., (2010) And the Clikeman & Henning (2020) 15-item Professional Commitment Questionnaire. To analyze the data from statistical methods of multivariate analysis of covariance and analysis of covariance was used. The results showed that there was a significant difference between the mean scores of flexibility post-test and self-responsibility knowledge of experimental and control students. Based on the results, it can be said that communication skills training has an impact on students' flexibility and self-responsibility. Therefore, the intervention method of communication skills training, due to strengthening the mental ability to control unpleasant and inflexible thoughts, causes mental flexibility and avoidance of automatic thoughts and irrational cognitive distortions in the individual. And performing student-professional duties strengthens them positively. Manuscript profile -
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34 - The effect of life review treatment based on the Islamic ontology trend on cognitive flexibility and deterministic thinking in the elderly
zahra solgiAging leads to issues and problems such as cognitive inflexibility and definitive thinking. However these issues have been less the attention of researchers. Accordingly, the main goal of this study was to determine the effect of life review treatment based on the Islam MoreAging leads to issues and problems such as cognitive inflexibility and definitive thinking. However these issues have been less the attention of researchers. Accordingly, the main goal of this study was to determine the effect of life review treatment based on the Islamic ontology trend on cognitive flexibility and deterministic thinking in the elderly. This study design was experimental with pretest-posttest and control group. The statistical population included all elderly people in Kermanshah daily keeping center for the elderly. After the pre-test, 30 people were selected by available sampling from among those who had the lowest scores in the Cognitive Flexibility Questionnaire and the highest score in the Definitive Thinking Questionnaire, and placed in two experimental and control groups (each group is 15 people) randomly. Life review intervention based on the Islamic ontology trend was held at intervals of ten days during three months in 12 sessions and 45 minutes each session and a weekly session. Analysis of the results by using covariance analysis indicated that the life review intervention based on the Islamic ontology trend is effective on increasing cognitive flexibility and reducing the definitive thinking of elderly people (P<0.05). Accordingly, this approach can be utilized as a useful tool to improve the Psychological problems and shortcomings of the elderly. Manuscript profile -
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35 - effectiveness of Imago Therapy Training on cognitive flexibility and parenting stress of couples with deaf children
ezzatollah ghaampour Kourosh Amrai Hafez Padervand Fateme BavazinPurpose: Evaluation of the effectiveness of Imago Therapy Training on cognitive flexibility and parenting stress of couples with deaf children aged 7-12 years in Khorramabad. Method: This semi-experimental study was conducted with a pre-test and post-test. The statistic MorePurpose: Evaluation of the effectiveness of Imago Therapy Training on cognitive flexibility and parenting stress of couples with deaf children aged 7-12 years in Khorramabad. Method: This semi-experimental study was conducted with a pre-test and post-test. The statistical population of the present study consisted of all couples with deaf children aged 7 to 12 years who had a file in the welfare center of Khorramabad in 2021. From the statistical population, 30 people were randomly selected and then this number of subjects were randomly assigned to the experimental and control groups (15 people in each group). Research data were collected using the Cognitive Flexibility Questionnaire of Dena and Van der Waals (2010) and the Barry and Jones Parent Stress Questionnaire (1995). The experimental group underwent immatotherapy training for 10 sessions of 2 hours. Data were analyzed by multivariate and univariate analysis of covariance. Results: The results of the analysis of research data showed that imagotherapy therapy has been effective in increasing cognitive flexibility and reducing the stress of parenting couples (P <0/01). The results of this study indicated the useful application of imagotherapy education approach in improving cognitive flexibility and reducing parenting stress of couples with deaf children. Manuscript profile -
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36 - The effect of childhood trauma on psychological symptoms mediated by psychological flexibility in students female 20-29 years
parastou miri Ali HosseinaeiThe aim of this study was to investigate the effect of childhood trauma on psychological symptoms with the mediating role of psychological resilience. The research is applied in terms of purpose and descriptive in terms of descriptive nature. The statistical population MoreThe aim of this study was to investigate the effect of childhood trauma on psychological symptoms with the mediating role of psychological resilience. The research is applied in terms of purpose and descriptive in terms of descriptive nature. The statistical population of the study includes all female undergraduate and graduate students (in the age range of 20 to 29 years) of Shams Gonbad Higher Education Institute in the academic year 2020-2021 with 752 people, which according to Krejcie and Morgan table, 254 people as Research data were selected. Online data collection using Bernstein et al's Child Trauma Questionnaires. (2003), Dennis and Vander's Cognitive Flexibility Inventory(2010) and Derogatis's self-reported symptom checklist (1994). Data analysis was performed using spss25 and liserel 8.8 software. The results showed that the experience of childhood trauma was associated with more psychological symptoms and lower psychological flexibility; in addition, the results of path analysis showed psychological flexibility in the relationship between childhood trauma and psychological symptoms play a mediating role. The results of this study show that psychological resilience can be considered as a therapeutic intervention in people who have experienced trauma in future studies. Manuscript profile -
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37 - The relationship between spiritual intelligence, philosophical and religious beliefs mentality of high school female students in Tehran
Fateme Daneshi Lisar AliAkbar Khosravi BabadiThis study examines the relationship between spiritual intelligence, philosophical and religious beliefs mentality of high school female students in Tehran using cluster sampling, 200 female high school students in Tehran were selected. Three questionnaires were used to MoreThis study examines the relationship between spiritual intelligence, philosophical and religious beliefs mentality of high school female students in Tehran using cluster sampling, 200 female high school students in Tehran were selected. Three questionnaires were used to collect information King Spiritual Intelligence (2008), philosophical mindset and questionnaire religious beliefs was used. The data obtained were analyzed using t-test and multivariate regression analysis, Results showed that between spiritual intelligence, philosophical mindset there are significant correlations with religious beliefs. So that 45% of religious beliefs can be explained through Spiritual Intelligence. On the other hand 47% of the variance religious beliefs can be explained by the philosophical mindset. In the end, to provide valuable practical suggestions are provided with educational practitioners. Manuscript profile -
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38 - Qualitative Study of the Principles of Educational Design Based on Cognitive Flexibility Theory in Combination with Scaffolding Strategies
ABBAS TAGHIZADE javad hatami maryam ghasemiPresenting complex domains of knowledge through traditional linear models of instruction, is problematic because as content areas becomes more complex, the domain of knowledge becomes more ill structured, non-uniform, and overlapping with other domains. For this, Spiro MorePresenting complex domains of knowledge through traditional linear models of instruction, is problematic because as content areas becomes more complex, the domain of knowledge becomes more ill structured, non-uniform, and overlapping with other domains. For this, Spiro & et al. argue that learning environments should emphasize ‘‘the real-world complexity and ill-structuredness of many knowledge domains. The aim of this research was qualitative study of the principles of educational design based on cognitive flexibility theory in combination with scaffolding strategies in computer-based learning environments. Qualitative content analysis method was used in this research. The study population included all resources and related articles indexed in scientific databases during 1991-2015(84resource) related to the 2 theories of this study. A sample through Purposive sampling was selected and finally the proposed educational design model based on cognitive flexibility theory with 9 principles in combination with scaffolding strategies was presented. Since cognitive flexibility theory is generally presented for advanced knowledge acquirement, the proposed model can be used for educational design for learners at high school levels and upper. Manuscript profile -
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39 - Presenting a model in order to evaluate the effactive factors on expanding the teaching of perceived agility (The Case of High School Students of Isfahan City)
samane bolboli farhad shafiepoor motlaghThe purpose of the present a model in order to evaluate the effective factors on expanding the teaching of perceived agility. The population studied in the present research includes Esfahan high school students in academic year 1392-93. A multi- stage clustered random s MoreThe purpose of the present a model in order to evaluate the effective factors on expanding the teaching of perceived agility. The population studied in the present research includes Esfahan high school students in academic year 1392-93. A multi- stage clustered random sampling method was used to select the sample and 382 students were chosen.The present study instruments include three questionnaires namely: 1. The researcher made questionnaire about the factors on expanding the teaching of perceived agility. 2. Psychological rehabilitation researcher-made questionnair3. The researcher made questionnaire on expanding the teaching of perceived agility. For data analysis including person correlation method and step-by-step multi correlation and rout analysis model. Generally, the research findings indicate that there is a significant relationship between using flexibility, time management skills, using creative skills in students and developing perceived agility. The findings also indicate that cognitive rehabilitation, the relationship between time management skills, flexibility in teaching and using creativity skills in teaching, meditate students with developing of teaching perceived agility. Also the results indicate that the studied mode lain this research has a relatively ideal fitting. Manuscript profile -
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40 - Identification, validation and model of factors affecting learning agility in e-learning in the education system
mastane salimi zahra taleb esmat masoudi nadoshanThe present research was conducted with the aim of identifying and validating the model of factors affecting learning agility in e-learning in the education system.. The studied community includes members of the faculty of educational technology, experts and researchers MoreThe present research was conducted with the aim of identifying and validating the model of factors affecting learning agility in e-learning in the education system.. The studied community includes members of the faculty of educational technology, experts and researchers in the field of curriculum planning, experts in educational technology and computers, and experts in the field of education. The data collection tool was a semi-structured in-depth interview in the qualitative part and a researcher-made questionnaire in the quantitative part. The data obtained from the interviews were prioritized in the qualitative part by thematic analysis, analysis, and in the quantitative part by the structural equation test. The findings showed that the themes include environmental agility, passion for learning, educational support, innovative programs, knowledge and information, educational agility, agile organization. collaborative learning, educational flexibility, creativity in education, rules and regulations, orientation of education. All these themes were categorized into three overarching themes of requirements, processes and consequences. Based on the findings of the quantitative part, all positive and significant relationships and appropriate model fit were reported. Based on the findings, the conditions for improving learning agility should be created through attention and focus on the requirements and processes of learning agility in order to achieve its desired results. Manuscript profile -
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41 - A Data Envelopment Analysis Model to Provide a Dynamic Accounting Information System for Measuring the Financial Effectiveness of Management Accounting System
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42 - Evaluate the Impact of the Type of Business Strategy on the Readability of Disclosure of Financial Statements of Companies Listed on the Tehran Stock Exchange
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43 - Designing a Model of Financial Flexibility Functions for Industrial Infrastructure Development of Abadan Oil Refining Company
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44 - Net Working Capital Investment Policies, the Value of Financial Flexibility and Financial Constraint, Evidence From the Tehran Stock Exchange
Maryam Karimi Rasoul Karami Mehdi Basirat Allah Karam SalehiCompanies pay attention to the value level of financial flexibility in making decisions related to optimizing investments and applying their net working capital policies. This issue will make profitable investment opportunities for companies more efficient and enable co MoreCompanies pay attention to the value level of financial flexibility in making decisions related to optimizing investments and applying their net working capital policies. This issue will make profitable investment opportunities for companies more efficient and enable companies to gain more efficiency, as well as apply more optimal policies to keep cash. The purpose of this research is to investigate the effect of financial flexibility value and financial constraint on the speed of adjustment of net working capital, as well as the effect of financial constraint on the relationship between the value of financial flexibility and the speed of adjustment of net working capital in companies listed on the Tehran Stock Exchange. The appropriate pattern recognition test in combined data indicates the use of the regression model of the research using the panel data method with the fixed and random effects approach for the panel and pooled data patterns to estimate the regression model. The statistical sample includes 100 companies accepted to the Tehran Stock Exchange during the period from 2005 to 2020. The findings indicate that the value of financial flexibility has a positive and significant effect on the speed of adjustment of net working capital in the models of partial adjustments and error correction. Financial constraint has a positive and significant effect on the speed of net working capital adjustment, and it also has a positive and significant effect on the relationship between the value of financial flexibility and the speed of net working capital adjustment. Manuscript profile -
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45 - IT - Business Strategic Alignment and Organizational Agility: The Moderating Role of Environmental Uncertainty
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46 - Influence Strategies and Social Mechanisms in Promoting Manufacturer Flexibility
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47 - Proposing a GT-Based Optimal Policy Model for Cultural Organisations with Structural Analysis at Ministry of Cultural Heritage, Handicrafts, and Tourism in Dimensions of Flexibility, Ethical Appropriateness, and Organisational Benefit
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48 - Flexibility Solutions in Response to Housing Design Issues
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49 - Comparing dysfunctional attitude and cognitive flexibility between women with and without a history of divorce
Masoomeh Shafiei Sajad Basharpour Hadis Heydari radThis study aimed to compare dysfunctional attitudes and cognitive flexibility between women with and without a history of divorce. The study population included all women who were supported by Imam Khomeini Relief Foundation in Gilangharb due to divorce and the resultan MoreThis study aimed to compare dysfunctional attitudes and cognitive flexibility between women with and without a history of divorce. The study population included all women who were supported by Imam Khomeini Relief Foundation in Gilangharb due to divorce and the resultant financial problems. A sample of 40 people as the statistical sample and 40 people with no history of divorce as the control group who were selected through simple random sampling. The design of the study was causal-comparative. Weissman & Beck (1978) Dysfunctional Attitudes Scale, and Dennis, Vander, Wal (2010) Cognitive Flexibility Questionnaire were used for data collection. The data were submitted to multivariate analysis of variance( MANOVA). The results showed that the mean scores of divorced people in dysfunctional attitudes was significantly higher than those without a history of divorce, (F= 66.12 , p > .001), but with regard to cognitive flexibility (F=94. 8 p < .01) and its subscales, i.e., perceived control (F=12.14 p < .001), the perception of several solutions (F=21.6 , p < .01) and perception briefings (F=81.3 , p < .05), the mean scores of the women with a history of divorce were significantly lower than those without a history of divorce. Manuscript profile -
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50 - Effectiveness of Mindfulness-based Stress Reduction on Cognitive Flexibility and Coping Styles of Women in Female-headed Households
Sajad Basharpoor Nasim Mohammadi Sara Asadi ShishegaranThe current research was conducted with the goal of investigating the effectiveness of mindfulness-based stress reduction on cognitive flexibility and coping styles of women in female-headed households covered by Imam Khomeini Relief Committee in Rasht. 30 of whom were MoreThe current research was conducted with the goal of investigating the effectiveness of mindfulness-based stress reduction on cognitive flexibility and coping styles of women in female-headed households covered by Imam Khomeini Relief Committee in Rasht. 30 of whom were selected through convenience sampling method and were randomly assigned to two experimental groups (15 ones) and control (15 ones). The research method was a quasi-experimental and pre-test and post-test design with control group was used. The experimental group participated in 8 sessions 90-minutes of mindfulness based stress reduction training. To collect data the Dennis and Vonderval (2010) Cognitive Flexibility Questionnaire and Jaloveys and Powers (1984) Coping Styles Questionnaire were utilized. The gathered data were analyzed using covariance MANCOVA analysis. Results showed the effectiveness of mindfulness-based stress reduction on flexibility of cognitive and coping style and there was a significant difference between the two groups (P<0/001). Manuscript profile -
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51 - Investigating the Influence of Information Technology Flexibility on Company Performance in Supply Chain Management (Case Study of Homa Hotel Group)
sayed Mohammad Saeeid Ameri Hossain AdabThis thesis aims to study the Investigating the Influence of Information Technology Flexibility on Company Performance in Supply Chain Management (Case Study of Homa Hotel Group). This is a descriptive survey research which is of practical type in nature, and in terms o MoreThis thesis aims to study the Investigating the Influence of Information Technology Flexibility on Company Performance in Supply Chain Management (Case Study of Homa Hotel Group). This is a descriptive survey research which is of practical type in nature, and in terms of time is temporally. The statistical population of research consists of all 900 employees of Homa Hotel Group that 269 were selected out them using Cochran formula. The tool of research is standard questionnaire of Han (2017). In order to measure the validity of questionnaires the content method was used and to measure the reliability the Cronbach alpha was used, that obtained 0.90. To check the distribution of normalization in population the Kolmogorov-Smirnov methods were used, and T-test was used to measure variables’ level of suitability, and first order confirmatory factor analysis was conducted to measure the research variables by questionnaire items and proposed, then the Friedman Test was carried out to classify independent variables. In order to test statistical hypotheses the Smart Pls software was used. Test of hypotheses showed that flexibility of information technology transaction by path coefficient 0.741 has the greatest effect on flexibility of information technology, and the flexibility of information technology transaction by path coefficient of 0.000 has no effect on company performance.The results of research showed that the information technology have an impact on performance of company in terms of supply chain management among employees of Homa Hotels Group.Keywords: flexibility of technology, company performance, Supply Chain Management ,Homa Hotels Manuscript profile -
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52 - Solving Resource-Constrained Project Scheduling Problem with Particle Swarm Optimization (Case Study: Bandar Abbas Gas Condensate Refinery)
Mohammadhusein Nabizadeh Huseinali Hasanpoor Roozbeh Azizmohammadi Navid HashtroodiOne of the issues considered by the projects responsible especially project managers is the execution of project activities according to time schedule. The very difficult nature of that issue is also another reason for the researchers to take much note of it. Therefore, MoreOne of the issues considered by the projects responsible especially project managers is the execution of project activities according to time schedule. The very difficult nature of that issue is also another reason for the researchers to take much note of it. Therefore, there are especial techniques and methods to solve those issues. Also, project managers pay much attention to the stability of the time schedule as it is important for them. This paper is provided with a real project time schedule for a refinery by using stable time schedule. Particle swarm optimization algorithm is suggested to resolve the problem since the project time schedule has resources limitation including NP- Hard. In order to accesses the validation of the model, 4 issues with small scales has been selected and the results from the suggested algorithm was compared with the accurate result obtained from lingo software. These results indicate that the suggested algorithm is effective and convergent with the optimized result. Manuscript profile -
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53 - Supply Chain Flexibility and its Relation to Performance at a Manufacturing Company (Case study: Clothing Industry)
Morteza Abbasi Jafar Gheidar-Kheljani Reza AghasiThe business environment has now become uncertain and unpredictable. It is needed to have flexible systems to face with these uncertainties. The flexibility of supply chain is important to reach this objective. The purpose of this article is an empirical study of the re MoreThe business environment has now become uncertain and unpredictable. It is needed to have flexible systems to face with these uncertainties. The flexibility of supply chain is important to reach this objective. The purpose of this article is an empirical study of the relationship between supply chain flexibility (SCF) and firm’s performance in Tehran’s clothing industry. The Initial data are collected from experts were asked to fill in a questionnaire and then analyzed by structural equation modeling (SEM) method in two section: measurement model and structural model. Supply chain flexibility dimensions are sourcing flexibility, operation system flexibility, information system flexibility, distribution flexibility and human resource flexibility. The results show sourcing, information system, and distribution flexibility have a positive and significant impact on performance, while operation system and human resource flexibility have a positive and insignificant impact on performance. Manuscript profile -
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54 - Comparing the Effects of Group Training of Mindful parenting skills on stress and psychological Flexibility in Mothers with Blind Girl students
Fatemeh Sharif mohamady Maryam choramy tayebeh sharifi a hmad ghzanfariThe aim of this study was to investigate the effectiveness of mindful parenting skills group training on the body and psychological resilience of mothers of blind female students. This study was applied in terms of purpose and quasi-experimental in terms of implementati MoreThe aim of this study was to investigate the effectiveness of mindful parenting skills group training on the body and psychological resilience of mothers of blind female students. This study was applied in terms of purpose and quasi-experimental in terms of implementation with a quasi-experimental design with repeated measures design with a control group. The study population was the mothers of lean female students, from which 72 people were selected by available sampling method and were replaced in two experimental groups and one control group (24 people in each group). The experimental group was trained in 8 sessions of 9 minutes with the method of mindfulness. In order to collect information from the Abedin Parenting Questionnaire (1992), they completed the psychological flexibility of Bond et al. (2011). Data were analyzed using SPSS 19 software and analysis of variance. The results showed that mindful parenting training was effective in improving the stress and psychological resilience of mothers and these results continued until the follow-up stage (p 0.0 0.01). The results indicate the importance of mindfulness in improving stress, psychological resilience of mothers. Therefore, exceptional school counselors can use the mindfulness method to reduce stress and increase mothers' psychological resilience. Manuscript profile -
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55 - The effectiveness of Acceptance and Commitment Couple Therapy on improvement Social Intimacy and Psychological flexibility of maladjusted couples
Seyedeh zahra Alavi abbas amanelahi yousefali attari amin koraeiThe aim of this study was to investigate the effectiveness of acceptance and commitment couple therapy on social intimacy and psychological flexibility in maladjusted couples. The study population included 100 couples chosen among couples that were referred to Ahvaz cou MoreThe aim of this study was to investigate the effectiveness of acceptance and commitment couple therapy on social intimacy and psychological flexibility in maladjusted couples. The study population included 100 couples chosen among couples that were referred to Ahvaz counseling centers during the fall 2017. The sample consisted of 3 couples (6 individuals) that were selected according to the results of the outcome Dyadic Adjustment Scale (Spanier, 1976) with cut-off 101 and with purposive sampling. Non-concurrent multiple baseline semi experimental single case study was used as the method of the present study. Social intimacy sub-scale was used as Personal assessing scale of Schaefer & Olson (1981) intimacy, and the acceptance and commitment questionnaire – II (AAQ-II) was used to assessing the psychological flexibility. The acceptance and commitment couple therapy protocol was carried out in three phases of intervention (Baseline, 12 sessions weekly (90 minutes each), and two months follow-up). Data were analyzed using visual analysis, the improvement percentage formula and the reliable change index (RCI) strategies. Results showed 41.93% improvement in social intimacy and 36.96% in psychological flexibility.The findings of this study shows that by increasing mindfulness and commitment actions, the acceptance and commitment couple therapy has required effectiveness in improvement of social intimacy and psychological flexibility in couple relationships. So the couple and family therapists can use this approach in order to improve the couple relationships. Manuscript profile -
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56 - Effect acceptance and commitment couple therapy on marital distress, psychological flexibility and social concern in divorce applicant couples
Abolfazl Bakhshipour Narges Shojaei KalateBali Azita Behjat Asma FooladiThe aim of present research was determine the effect acceptance and commitment couple therapy on marital distress, psychological flexibility and social concern in divorce applicant couples. Research method was semi-experimental with pretest-post-test design with experim MoreThe aim of present research was determine the effect acceptance and commitment couple therapy on marital distress, psychological flexibility and social concern in divorce applicant couples. Research method was semi-experimental with pretest-post-test design with experimental and control groups. Research population was divorce applicant couples referred to counseling center of Qarchak city in 2018 year. From population 40 couples were by available sampling method and randomly replaced into two equal groups including the experimental and control groups. The experimental group received training of acceptance and commitment couple therapy for 12 sessions of 2 hours (one session per week) and control group didn’t receive any training. Data were collected by questionnaires of marital distress (Snyder, 1997), psychological flexibility (Bond & et al, 2007) and social concern (Wells, 1994) and analyzed by multivariate analysis of covariance method in SPSS-17 software. Results showed that the acceptance and commitment couple therapy method led to decrease marital distress and social concern and increase psychological flexibility in divorce applicant couples (P<0/001). Based on the results it is recommended that family counselors and therapists use from method of acceptance and commitment couple therapy along with other methods to improve the problems of divorce applicant couples, especially decreasing marital distress and social concern and increasing psychological flexibility. Manuscript profile -
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57 - Modeling the relationship between parents'domestic violence on students' externalized and internalized behaviors mediated by psychological flexibility
behrooz izadabadi Bahman AkbariThe aim of this study was to test the model of the relationship between parents 'domestic violence on students' externalized and internalized behaviors mediated by psychological flexibility. The research method is a descriptive structural equation modeling. The statisti MoreThe aim of this study was to test the model of the relationship between parents 'domestic violence on students' externalized and internalized behaviors mediated by psychological flexibility. The research method is a descriptive structural equation modeling. The statistical population of this study was all male high school students in Guilan province. The sample size includes 431 students who were selected virtually in the form of an invitation message due to the outbreak of the coronavirus and restrictions. Subjects completed the Domestic Violence Questionnaire, Adolescent Self-Report Form, and Acceptance and Action Questionnaire, and data analysis was performed using Pearson correlation coefficient and structural equation modeling. The results showed that the indirect effect of parental domestic violence and internalized and extroverted behaviors (ie when psychological flexibility is used as a mediating variable) is greater than the direct effect of the calculated variables. The research hypotheses are confirmed and the root mean square approximation index indicates that the model has a good fit (RMSEA = 0.037). Manuscript profile -
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58 - The role of school flexibility in adolescents' social skills (Secondary school for girls in Shiraz)
Kimia Sadat Tabibzadeh Maliheh Taghipour Ali Akbar HeydariAdolescence is one of the most sensitive and also effective periods in the life of every person. Since one of the contexts of adolescents' lives is school, it is appropriate that adolescents' schools be the basis for the growth and development of their positive behavior MoreAdolescence is one of the most sensitive and also effective periods in the life of every person. Since one of the contexts of adolescents' lives is school, it is appropriate that adolescents' schools be the basis for the growth and development of their positive behaviors. The present article aims to determine the role of schools’ flexibility on adolescents' social skills (empathy, cooperation, responsibility, assertiveness). Because the development of social skills of girls is different from boys, the statistical population of the study is girls. Research background indicates that flexibility of educational spaces can enhance students 'learning and increase cooperation, participation and interaction of students with each other, but so far no research has been done to determine the effect of school flexibility on students' social skills, so The present research is quite innovative .The research method used in the present research is applied, qualitative-quantitative of the combined type (descriptive-analytical and case study). Data collection methods were library and survey studies with the help of documents, articles and books related to the subject as well as individual observation, Interbitzen and Foster (1992) social skills Questionnaire and researcher-made questionnaire of flexibility (with Cronbach's alpha 0.887). Three schools from Shiraz Department of Education were selected by purposive non-probabilistic sampling to distributed randomly the questionnaires and analyze them by using SPSS software as well as individual observation, to determine the relationship between flexibility of educational spaces and students' social skills and determine the most effective indicators and components of flexibility on students' social skills. Chi-square test statistics have shown that there is a significant positive relationship between the two variables, flexibility of educational spaces with students 'social skills, and also between each of the indicators of flexibility (diversity, variability and adaptability) with students' social skills. Manuscript profile -
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59 - The impact of Persian alphabet game on creativity, third grade students in Hamedan
Hosein mihagheghei Aboalghasem yaghobi sareh ghaemicontext:One of the constant concerns of the educational psychology science is offering ways to increase children's creativity which sometimes requires examinations of the pas behaviors and the manner of playing games.Objectives : the creativity and the ways for its impr Morecontext:One of the constant concerns of the educational psychology science is offering ways to increase children's creativity which sometimes requires examinations of the pas behaviors and the manner of playing games.Objectives : the creativity and the ways for its improving is one of the constant concerns of the scientific society, and regarding to this fact , this research tries to examine the influence of the Persian alphabet game on creatively third grade elementary students. method:The method of research that applied in this study was, Semi-pilot and unequal group control plan type. The population of the research comprised entire male and female students in third grade of elementary schools who studying at 1392 academic year in the city of Hamedan.The employed questionnaires in this study were the Intelligence Color Raven test for children, the form B of Torrance creativity test and play with the Persian alphabet.In order to analyze data, the single-variate and multi-variate Covariance analysis and Post hoc test and to calculate the experimental intervention on creativity variables the effect size Glass method was useresults:The results showed that teaching word formation through play with thePersian alphabet increase in the total score of students creativity and its sub-components .Discussion : so it seems that the creativity as a changeable variant affected by the game , is an effective method. Manuscript profile -
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60 - An Effectiveness of positive Mood inducing Techniques on enhancing of creativity fluent Verbal and flexibility student of Islamic Azad university Najaf Abad
hossien valizadeh gharagoozulo Karim AsgariMobarake Mehrdad KalantariAbstract Background: Creativity is a human cognitive abilities. As a rule a cognitive style affected. There are bilateral relationship between mood and cognition. As' we think about emotional states involved in the formation of mood and emotional states influence on cog MoreAbstract Background: Creativity is a human cognitive abilities. As a rule a cognitive style affected. There are bilateral relationship between mood and cognition. As' we think about emotional states involved in the formation of mood and emotional states influence on cognitive processes. The present study was aimed to investigate the effectiveness of mood induction methods to improve creativity fluent Verbal and flexibility in the students of Islamic Azad University of Najaf Abad. The design of this study was Quasi-experimental with a pretest- post test control group and Evaluation. The sample in this study was selected randomly from the students of Islamic Azad University Najaf Abad. They were then placedin to experimental and control groups. Mood induction procedures were taught for 8 sessions of 90 minutes each experimental group. Instrument included abedi Creativity Test inventory. The results of the analysis of covariance showed that mood induction methods was effective in inducing positive mood in the students, however it was effective on their creativity fluent Verbal and flexibility. Scores will increase their creativity ,results of this study it can be concluded, mood induction methods creates significant induction(0/05) was able to enhance students 'creativity fluent verbal And flexibility, significant relationship was between mood induction procedure and creativity fluent Verbal and flexibility Key Words: mood induction procedures, creativity fluent Verbal, creativity flexibility. Manuscript profile -
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61 - Strategy Implementation and Performance: The Moderating Role of Creativity and Training of Strategic Planning Principles
Sahar Ahmadian Behnaz KhoshtinatBackground: This research is focoused on strategy implementation ‎component of strtgic management. Despite the importance of strategy ‎implementation, previous researches mainly focused on strategy ‎formulation, and strategy implementation have been ignored. MoreBackground: This research is focoused on strategy implementation ‎component of strtgic management. Despite the importance of strategy ‎implementation, previous researches mainly focused on strategy ‎formulation, and strategy implementation have been ignored. Therefore, ‎current study focused on strategy implementation.‎Objective: This study aims to examine the influencial factors on proper ‎strategy implementation and performance.‎Methodology: The study population consisted of the university president ‎and all the deputies and managers of one branch in Islamic Azad ‎University in Iran. PLS software was used for statistical analysis. ‎Results: The results show that significance coefficients of z are more ‎than 1.761 for independent variables, and for moderators variables ‎including “strategic principles training” is calculated 2.62, ‎for“strategic creativity and flexibility” is calculated 3.14 that is ‎confirmed, and all other hypotheses are confirmed as wellConclusion: The statistical results showed that variables of resource ‎allocation, organizational leadership, and employee participation are ‎effective on proper strategy implementation. The results revealed that ‎strategy planning principles training moderates the impact of employee ‎participation on proper strategy implementation, and strategic creativity ‎and flexibility moderates the impact of strategy implementation on the ‎university performance of Islamic Azad University.‎Keywords: Strategic Management, Creativity, Strategy Implementation, ‎Performance Manuscript profile -
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62 - Investigating the effect of Lego education on the creativity of preschool children
Azam Mtrasadeghi Abolghasem YaghoobiThe purpose of this study was to investigate the effectiveness of educational logo on increasing the creativity of preschool children. The statistical population of this study included all children aged 5 to 6 years old who were present in one of the preschool centers o MoreThe purpose of this study was to investigate the effectiveness of educational logo on increasing the creativity of preschool children. The statistical population of this study included all children aged 5 to 6 years old who were present in one of the preschool centers of Fooladshahr in the 99-98 academic year. The sample size in this study was 30 people (15 people in the experimental group, 15 people in the control group). Sampling method in this study was voluntary and replacement in experimental and control groups was done randomly. Torrance pictorial test was used to measure creativity in the pre-test-post-test. This pictorial test had four components (initiative, expansion, fluidity and flexibility) that the reliability coefficient of each component was 0.89, 0.82 / 0.82 and 0.82 total test reliability, respectively. The Lego training course was conducted in 6 sessions. Analysis of covariance was used to test the hypotheses. The results showed that Lego education has a positive and significant effect on children's creativity, which includes the components of initiative, thinking development, thinking fluidity and thinking flexibility. Manuscript profile -
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63 - Evaluation of the effectiveness of problem solving training on creativity and cognitive flexibility in teachers of work and technology
Arezoo Omidpoor Soleyman Kabini Moghadam Hojatalah MiyandehiBackground: The education system must make fundamental changes within itself in order to be able to cope with the rapid changes in the information society, and on the other hand to be able to respond to the needs of creative society and creative people in society. Objec MoreBackground: The education system must make fundamental changes within itself in order to be able to cope with the rapid changes in the information society, and on the other hand to be able to respond to the needs of creative society and creative people in society. Objective: The aim of this study was to investigate the effectiveness of problem solving training on creativity and cognitive flexibility among teachers of work and technology. Method: This research was conducted in a quasi-experimental manner with a pretest-posttest design with a control and follow-up group. The statistical population of the study included all female teachers of labor and technology in District 1 of Rasht in the academic year 2019-2020 in the number of 146 people. For sampling, 30 qualified volunteer teachers who scored less than 120 on the Abedi creativity questionnaire (1993) and less than 80 on the Dennis and Vanderwall (2010) cognitive flexibility questionnaire were identified and then randomly assigned. They were included in 2 study groups. The experimental group underwent 10 sessions of Dezorilla and Goldfried (1971) problem-solving training intervention. In order to evaluate the stability of the results, a follow-up test was performed 1 month after the post-test of the experimental groups. Data were analyzed by repeated measures analysis of variance and Beferroni post hoc test using SPSS software. Results: The results showed that for the creativity variable the effect of group (P˂0.001 and eta= 0.571), the effect of time (P˂0.001 and eta= 0.613) and the interaction of group × time (P˂0.001 and eta=0.608) was significant. Also for the cognitive flexibility variable group effect (P˂0.001 and eta= 0.609), time effect (P˂0.001 and eta= 0.653) and group × time interaction (P˂0.001 and eta= 0.612) ) was significant. On the other hand, the results of benfroni post hoc test indicate a significant difference between the means of the experimental group in the pre-test with post-test (P˂0.001) and pre-test with follow-up (P˂0.001) for the variables of creativity and cognitive flexibility was. Manuscript profile -
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64 - Creativity training to students and its effect on the level of creativity dimensions (fluidity, originality, flexibility, and expandability)
Maryam Ahadi Noor Mohammad Rezaei Ali Delavar Nader Padervand Background: Creativity is one of the basic features of human and it’s effective to human civilization. Researchers believe that creativity training is effective on enhancing creativity. Objective: The main goal of this study was to investigate the effect of More Background: Creativity is one of the basic features of human and it’s effective to human civilization. Researchers believe that creativity training is effective on enhancing creativity. Objective: The main goal of this study was to investigate the effect of Creativity training on creativity dimensions. Method: 100 students randomly selected and again randomly divided into two groups of 50 persons (50 experimental and 50 controls) groups. In this study, pre-test, post-test control group was used. Prior to the implementation of the independent variable, Control and experimental groups responded to the picture Torrance creativity test (form B).After 10 sessions of creativity to the experimental group, both groups responded to the scale again. For data analysis, multivariate analysis of covariance (MANCOVA) was used. Result (s): The results showed that there was significant difference between the experimental and control groups after controlling for pre-test variables. Conclusion: The results of ANCOVA showed significant differences between the scores of fluid, originality and elaboration but there wasn’t any significant difference between the pos- test of initiative and flexibility. Manuscript profile -
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65 - The impact of positive thinking skills on creativity in the first-year High School Female Students
S. M. Dastgheib H. Alizadeh N.A. FarrokhiBackground: Psychologists believe that negative thoughts and emotions can greatly limit our thoughts, actions, and creativity, while positive and thoughts result in the expansion of our actions. Positive thoughts and positive emotions (happiness and joy) direct our mind MoreBackground: Psychologists believe that negative thoughts and emotions can greatly limit our thoughts, actions, and creativity, while positive and thoughts result in the expansion of our actions. Positive thoughts and positive emotions (happiness and joy) direct our mindsets toward curiosity and creativity. Nowadays, a great number of psychologists believe that creativity can be developed by education. Objective: This study investigated the impact of positive thinking skills on the first-year high school female students’ creativity and creativity elements (flexibility, fluency, originality and elaboration). Method: Two groups, consisting of 34 students, were chosen using multi-stage cluster sampling from among the first year high school female students of a high school affiliated with Educational Department District 5 in Tehran. The participants were randomly assigned into two groups, control group and experimental group. First, Creativity Test (Abdei, 1995) was administered for both groups. Then, the experimental group was taught positive thinking skills in 10 sessions. Upon completion of instruction, Abdei (1995) Creativity Test was re-administered to both groups. Results: Data analysis was accomplished using Analysis of Variance. The results confirmed the significant positive effects of positive thinking skills on the participants’ creativity and creativity elements (flexibility, fluency, originality and elaboration). Conclusion: Accordingly, we can conclude that teaching positive thinking skills can enhance the students’ creativity. Manuscript profile -
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66 - The Effectiveness of Neurofeedback Training on Creativity of Primary School Students in Tehran: A Case Study
Narges Rahmati Reza Rostami Mohammad Reza Zali Jamileh Zarei Objective: This study investigated the effectiveness of neurofeedback training on creativity among primary school students in Tehran. Method: Some 60 students with an average IQ between 90 – 119 were chosen, using available method. All the students were ass More Objective: This study investigated the effectiveness of neurofeedback training on creativity among primary school students in Tehran. Method: Some 60 students with an average IQ between 90 – 119 were chosen, using available method. All the students were assessed by equated Quantitative Electro Encephalograph (QEEG), and The Torrance Tests of Creative Thinking (TTCT), then they were equated according to the gained grades and placed into two groups. One of the group was chosen as experimental accidentally and the other as control. In this experimental study, students received neurofeedback for 20 sessions while control group received no experiment. At the end of the experiment all the students of both groups were reassessed by Torrance Tests of Creative Thinking. Findings/Result: The neurofeedback group had meaningful change in creativity. Creativity was defined by the four most readily agreed upon divergent thinking abilities: (a) fluency (the ability to generate numerous ideas), (b) flexibility (the ability to see a given problem from multiple perspectives), (c) originality (the ability to come up with new and unique ideas) and (d) Elaboration (making details). Conclusion: Neurofeedback training can be used for increasing the levels of creativity in students. Manuscript profile -
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67 - A Review on Effectiveness of Guided Discovery Method of Teaching Mathematics on Creativity of Elementary School Students
Jamal ul Din Koolainejad Somayyeh Jafari Nadoshan Background: Among different teaching methods in the field of mathematics, each method has its own implications and consequences in the areas of cognitive, emotional, mental, physical and creative thinking, and so on. But not using active methods of teaching mathe More Background: Among different teaching methods in the field of mathematics, each method has its own implications and consequences in the areas of cognitive, emotional, mental, physical and creative thinking, and so on. But not using active methods of teaching mathematics in schools, and lack of attention to nurturing creativity has attracted our attention to the discovery method. Objective: The aim of this study was to identify the impact of guided discovery methods of teaching mathematics and creativity on the third grade of elementary school girls. Methods: In this study, pre-test and post-test control group quasi-experimental method was used. For this purpose, 30 students from third grade girl students in the school academic year 2010-2011 of Ardakan city were selected randomly and creativity tests were carried out. Results: Findings of the study indicates that the guided discovery method of teaching math students have an impact on different aspects of creativity and it has grown. This approach will undoubtedly be one of the most appropriate methods for teaching mathematics to students. Conclusion: The study shows that the use of active teaching methods in schools, particularly in guided discovery methods such as mathematics textbooks have challenged the increase of creativity in the students. Manuscript profile -
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68 - A Study of the Relationship between Philosophical Mindset with Organizational Creativity of Employees of State Management Training Center
Mohammad Hassan Mirzamohammadi Mohammad Norouzi Ali Reza Youzbash Background: The development of various aspects of human society depends on creating new ideas. Logical thinking can be subject to having his philosophical mind. Mind philosophical insights and knowledge can help the managers and employees to cope with the problem More Background: The development of various aspects of human society depends on creating new ideas. Logical thinking can be subject to having his philosophical mind. Mind philosophical insights and knowledge can help the managers and employees to cope with the problems. Purpose: The main goal of the research was to investigate the relationship between philosophical mindset and organizational creativity of State Management Training Center employee. Methods: The research method used was correlation. The study sample consisted of all employees in 2013, the Public Administration Training Centre, which is equal to 145. Of the population, a sample size of 110 patients were randomly selected. The study used two standard questionnaires to assess employee creativity Randsip (1979) and also philosophically minded questionnaires Mirsepasi & Soltani (1375) examined the above variables. As for inferential statistical analysis of the test data; «r» Pearson, «R» and stepwise regression were used. Results: The philosophical dimensions of subjectivity (comprehensiveness, depth and flexibility) as a significant positive relationship with the government management innovation personnel training center were found. The result of stepwise regression showed that integration and flexibility are the best predictor for State Management Training Center staff is predictors of creativity. Conclusions: The findings stated that the philosophy of mind and its dimensions (recall, meditation and flexibility) in the Public Administration Training Centre staff, were more creative. After analyzing the data, it can be concluded that the integrity of philosophical thinking were more about creativity and flexibility and depth dimensions were in second and third positions. Manuscript profile -
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69 - Investigating the Relationship between Cognitive Flexibility and Mindfulness with Emotion Regulation in Type 2 Diabetic Patients
Hananeh Mohammad Beigi Selahshor saeed motevaliPurpose: Emotion regulation plays an important role in other psychological variables including health in diabetic patients. As a result, the present study was conducted with the aim of investigating the relationship between cognitive flexibility and mindfulness with emo MorePurpose: Emotion regulation plays an important role in other psychological variables including health in diabetic patients. As a result, the present study was conducted with the aim of investigating the relationship between cognitive flexibility and mindfulness with emotion regulation in type 2 diabetic patients.Methodology: The current research in terms of purpose was applied and in terms of implementation method was cross-sectional from type of correlation. The research population was type 2 diabetic patients referred to diabetes clinic of Imam Khomeini Hospital's in the winter of 2017 and spring of 2018. The sample size based on the Krejcie and Morgan table was estimated to be 181 people who this number after checking the inclusion criteria were selected by available sampling method. The research tools were questionnaires of cognitive flexibility (Dennis and Vander Wal, 2010), mindfulness-short form (Walach et al, 2006) and emotion regulation (Gross and John, 2003). Data were analyzed by Pearson correlation coefficients and multiple regression with stepwise model in SPSS-22 software.Findings: The findings showed that cognitive flexibility and mindfulness had a positive and significant relationship with emotion regulation in type 2 diabetic patients and in addition, cognitive flexibility and mindfulness variables significantly could predict 38% of emotion regulation changes in type 2 diabetes patients which in this prediction the contribution of cognitive flexibility was higher than mindfulness (P˂0.01).Conclusion: According to results of this research, in order to improve emotion regulation in type 2 diabetic patients, it is possible to improve cognitive flexibility and mindfulness through educational workshops. Manuscript profile -
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70 - The Role of Family Cohesion and Flexibility in Predicting Parental Self-efficacy in Secondary Education Teachers in Yasuj
Mohammad Mashhadizade Soltanali Kazemi Mohammad Khayer Siamak SamaniPurpose: The purpose of this study was to investigate the role of family cohesion and flexibility in predicting parental self-efficacy in Yasuj Secondary School Teachers. Methodology: This study was a descriptive-correlational study. The statistical population includes MorePurpose: The purpose of this study was to investigate the role of family cohesion and flexibility in predicting parental self-efficacy in Yasuj Secondary School Teachers. Methodology: This study was a descriptive-correlational study. The statistical population includes Yasuj Secondary Secondary Education Teachers who were teaching in the academic year 2018-17. Sample size included 150 secondary school teachers who were selected through multistage cluster sampling. Data were collected and analyzed using the Domka and et al (1996), Shakeri Family Flexibility Scale (1999) and Samani Family Cohesion Questionnaire (2002). The reliability of the research instruments was estimated 0.71, 0.77 and 0.81 respectively using Cronbach's alpha coefficients. Data were analyzed using linear regression at the significant level of 0.05. Findings: Based on the findings of Flexibility and Family Cohesion were able to predict parental self-efficacy (P <0.001). Conclusion: Families with good emotional cohesion, given the ability of healthy families in terms of communication skills and appropriate emotional cohesion, have the opportunity to exchange information and as a result, parents of such families are more capable of parenting and raising their children. Manuscript profile -
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71 - The Prediction of Health Promoting Lifestyle Based on Sense of Coherence, Psychological Flexibility and Impulsivity in Cardiovascular Disease patients with Obesity
Sepideh Raeisi Nasehi Akram Dehghani Fardin Moradi Manesh Seyed Abbas HaghayeghPurpose: The aim of this study was to the Prediction of Health Promoting Lifestyle Based on Sense of Coherence, Psychological Flexibility and Impulsivity in Cardiovascular Disease in patients Obesity. Methodology: The research method was correlation using structural equ MorePurpose: The aim of this study was to the Prediction of Health Promoting Lifestyle Based on Sense of Coherence, Psychological Flexibility and Impulsivity in Cardiovascular Disease in patients Obesity. Methodology: The research method was correlation using structural equation modeling. The statistical population of this study consisted of all cardiovascular patients with obesity in Tehran in 2018-19, of which 220 people were selected as a sample by stepwise cluster sampling. The research tools were: Walker et al.'s (1987) health-promoting lifestyle, Kimiyaei, et al. (2013), Bond et al.'s flexibility (2011), and Bart's impulsivity (1995), all of which have acceptable validity and reliability. The analysis obtained by the implementation of the questionnaires was performed through the Spss-V24 software at a significance level of 0.05 and using the step-by-step regression test. Results: The findings showed that a sense of cohesion, psychological flexibility and impulsiveness predicted a significant health-promoting lifestyle in obese cardiovascular patients (P <0.05). Conclusion: Based on the research findings, it is possible to develop appropriate and effective educational programs by identifying the factors affecting the quality of life and mental health of individuals. Keywords: Health Promoting Lifestyle, Sense of Coherence, Psychological Flexibility, Impulsivity, Cardiovascular Disease, patients with Obesity Manuscript profile -
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72 - Explaining Pattern the Effectiveness of Autism-Stabilized Methods (Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), Dohsa, Snoezelen) based on Behavioral Flexibility in Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder
Negah Soltani Taleghani Abdolhassan Farhangi Seyed Ali Hosseini AlmadaniPurpose: The aim of this study was to explain the effectiveness model of established methods in autism (applied behavior analysis of ABA, Snozlen, Dosa) based on behavioral flexibility in children with autism spectrum disorder in Tehran in 2018. Methodology: The researc MorePurpose: The aim of this study was to explain the effectiveness model of established methods in autism (applied behavior analysis of ABA, Snozlen, Dosa) based on behavioral flexibility in children with autism spectrum disorder in Tehran in 2018. Methodology: The research method was quasi-experimental pretest-posttest design with a control group. The statistical population of this study was all children with autism spectrum disorder in Tehran in public and private educational and rehabilitation centers. By available sampling method, 48 people were selected and randomly divided into 4 intervention groups by functional behavior analysis method, Snozlen, Dosa and the control groups were divided. Data were collected based on the Gilliam (Garz) (1995) Autism Diagnosis Scale, a modified review checklist, and the Wechsler IQ test. Spss was used. Findings: The results showed that all three methods of functional behavior analysis ABA, Snozlen and Dosa had a significant effect on increasing behavioral flexibility compared to the control group. Also, ABA applied behavior analysis method had a greater effect on improving behavioral flexibility in three measurement stages than the other two experimental groups. Conclusion: As a result, the use of interventions (ABA functional behavior analysis, Snozlen, Dosa) and educational programs is suggested as a way to improve and rehabilitate children with autism. Manuscript profile -
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73 - Comparing the Effectiveness of Cognitive-Behavioral Couple Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Couple Therapy on Family Function and Cognitive Flexibility of Couples
Hossein Salehi Ali Jahangiri Abolfazl BakhshipourPurpose: The rising trend of divorce statistics and the existence of turmoil in couples relationships has increased the motivation of researchers to find less costly intervention methods to reduce couples problems. The aim of this study was to comparing the effectivenes MorePurpose: The rising trend of divorce statistics and the existence of turmoil in couples relationships has increased the motivation of researchers to find less costly intervention methods to reduce couples problems. The aim of this study was to comparing the effectiveness of cognitive-behavioral couple therapy and acceptance and commitment couple therapy on family function and cognitive flexibility of couples.Methodology: This study was a quasi-experimental with pre-test, post-test and two-months follow-up with a control group. The statistical population included all couples who referred to mehrsai counseling center in Ashkhaneh during 2019, among them, 60 people were selected by the available method and assigned to three equal groups. Therapeutic interventions were applied for each of the two couples therapy approaches in 12 sessions, 1 session per week and 90 minutes per session, But the control group did not receive any medical intervention. Demographic information checklist, family assessment device (Epstein& et al, 1983) and cognitive flexibility inventory (Dennis& VanderWal, 2010) were used to collect data. Data were analyzed by descriptive statistics and analysis of variance with repeated measures using SPSS-26 statistical software.Findings: There was a significant difference in the linear composition of the Family Function and its dimensions include the tendency to (problem solving, communication, roles, involvement and affective responsiveness and behavior control) to difficult situations in terms of group membership, and the interactive effect of the group and time (P=0.001). Besides, the two treatment groups (acceptance and commitment, cognitive-behavioral couple therapy) showed significant differences with the control group in terms of the components of psychological flexibility and its dimensions (P=0.009). Cognitive-behavioral couple therapy has a greater effect on the functioning of couples' families than acceptance and commitment couple therapy (P=0.001), but there was no significant difference between the intervention methods on cognitive flexibility (P=0.092).Conclusion: The results showed the importance of both methods on family functioning and cognitive flexibility of couples. Therefore, counselors and therapists can use these methods, especially cognitive-behavioral couple therapy to intervene in the mental health of couples. Manuscript profile -
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74 - To Present a Model of Psychological Well-Being based on the Components of Psychological Capital and Cognitive Flexibility by Mediating role of Mindfulness
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75 - Review of damage detection methods based on modal parameters
Ehsan Jamshidi Bahram Jamshidi Fatemeh Taghi Khaki Alireza ArghavanOne of the common methods of structural damage detections and identification of location and severity of the damage in structures is investigation of changes in modal parameters before and after damage. These methods which are mostly based on optimization techniques use MoreOne of the common methods of structural damage detections and identification of location and severity of the damage in structures is investigation of changes in modal parameters before and after damage. These methods which are mostly based on optimization techniques use an objective function based on natural frequencies and mode shapes. This paper reviews previous researches in damage detection techniques based on modal parameters and common objective functions used in the optimization stage in the damage detection process. To this end, damage detection methods based on natural frequency, mode shape, curvature mode shape and both of mode shape and natural frequency are reviewed. In the following, due to high importance of objective function in the damage detection process, objective functions based on modal assurance criterion, flexibility matrix and natural frequency and mode shapes are compared Manuscript profile -
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76 - Comparing the Effectiveness of Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy and Life Therapy on Cognitive Flexibility and Psychological Capital in Patients with Dyspepsia Without Ulcers
Roghayeh Cheraghpour Khonakhdar Ramzan Hasanzadeh Ghodratollah AbbasiPatients experiencing dyspepsia without ulcers often encounter psychological challenges necessitating therapeutic interventions. This semi-experimental study aimed to compare the effectiveness of cognitive therapy based on mindfulness and life therapy on cognitive flexi MorePatients experiencing dyspepsia without ulcers often encounter psychological challenges necessitating therapeutic interventions. This semi-experimental study aimed to compare the effectiveness of cognitive therapy based on mindfulness and life therapy on cognitive flexibility and psychological capital in such patients. The research employed a pre-test and post-test design with a control group. The statistical population comprised individuals aged 25 to 50 diagnosed with indigestion without ulcers at Tuba Gastroenterology clinics in Sari and Ghaemshahr cities in 2022. A total of 45 participants were selected through available sampling, with 15 each in the experimental groups (mindfulness-based cognitive therapy and life therapy) and the control group. The experimental groups underwent eight sessions of therapy once a week for 90 minutes. Data were collected using the cognitive flexibility questionnaire by Dennis and Vanderwal (2010) and the psychological capital questionnaire by Loutans and Olive (2007) at pre-test, post-test, and a two-month follow-up. Mixed analysis of variance and Benferroni's post hoc test were applied for data analysis in SPSS version 24 software. Results indicated a significant main effect of both cognitive therapy groups, with 53% of cognitive flexibility and 44% of changes attributed to the interventions. Furthermore, a significant difference was observed between the effectiveness of mindfulness-based cognitive therapy and life therapy, with the former showing a greater impact on cognitive flexibility and psychological capital (P < 0.01). The findings suggest that both cognitive therapies based on mindfulness and life therapy can effectively enhance cognitive flexibility and psychological capital in patients with dyspepsia without ulcers.Keywords: Cognitive Flexibility, Dyspepsia without Ulcers, Life Therapy, Psychological Capital, Cognitive Therapy, Mindfulness.1. Manuscript profile -
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77 - The Effectiveness of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) on Emotion Management, Experiential Avoidance and Cognitive Flexibility in Women Affected by Marital Infidelity
فرزانه بیات لیلا کشفیAbstractThe purpose of this study was to determine the effectiveness of acceptance and commitment therapy on emotion management, experiential avoidance and cognitive flexibility in women affected by marital infidelity who visited the counseling centers in Khorramabad. T MoreAbstractThe purpose of this study was to determine the effectiveness of acceptance and commitment therapy on emotion management, experiential avoidance and cognitive flexibility in women affected by marital infidelity who visited the counseling centers in Khorramabad. The statistical population included all women affected by marital infidelity who visited to counseling centers in Khorram Abad city in 2022. The research sample consisted of 30 women affected by marital infidelity. They were selected by convenience sampling method and randomly replaced in two groups of 15 people, experimental and control. The research design was a semi-experimental pre-test-post-test-Follow-up type with control and experimental groups. To collect data, Garnevsky et al.'s (2001) cognitive emotion regulation questionnaires, Gams et al.'s (2011) experiential avoidance, Dennis and Vander Wall's (2010) cognitive flexibility questionnaires were used to analyze the data. One-way Repeated Measures Analysis of Variance were use (p<0.005), Acceptance and commitment therapy was performed in the form of 8 sessions of 90 minutes and once a week on the experimental group, and during this period, no intervention was performed on the control group The results showed that acceptance and commitment therapy is effective in increasing emotion management and cognitive flexibility and reducing experiential avoidance.The findings showed that the Acceptance and Commitment Therapy had an effect on the average scores of emotion management, experiential avoidance and cognitive flexibility (p<0.05). It can be concluded that the Acceptance and Commitment Therapy is effective on emotion management and flexibility Cognitive adaptability and experiential avoidance of women affected by marital infidelity are effective. Manuscript profile -
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78 - Comparing the Effectiveness of Acceptance and Commitment-Based Therapy and Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy on the Cognitive Flexibility of Patients with Type 2 Diabetes
Mina Dekani Mohammad Kazem Fakhri Ramzan HassanzadehAbstractPeople with diabetes face psychological challenges. Therefore, it is important to pay attention to treatments based on commitment and acceptance and cognitive therapy based on mindfulness in this field. The purpose of this study was to compare the effectiveness MoreAbstractPeople with diabetes face psychological challenges. Therefore, it is important to pay attention to treatments based on commitment and acceptance and cognitive therapy based on mindfulness in this field. The purpose of this study was to compare the effectiveness of commitment and acceptance based cognitive therapy on cognitive flexibility of patients with type 2 diabetes. The research method was semi-experimental with a pre-test-post-test design with a witness group. The statistical population of the current study was all type 2 diabetic patients who referred to Maternal Diabetes Center, Tubi Specialized and Subspecialized Clinic, and Mostafavian Clinic in Sari city in 2018-2019. 30 people were selected as a sample by purposive sampling method. Simple randomization was performed in two experimental (15 people) and control (15 people) groups. Dennis and Vanderwaal (2010) cognitive flexibility scale were used to collect data. Descriptive statistics (mean, standard deviation) and multivariate covariance analysis and post hoc test were used to analyze the research data. The results showed that treatment based on commitment and acceptance and cognitive therapy based on mindfulness are effective on distress tolerance and cognitive flexibility of patients with type 2 diabetes at a significance level of P<0.01. Also, there is no significant difference between this type of treatment. Considering the effectiveness of treatments based on commitment and acceptance and cognitive therapy based on mindfulness on cognitive flexibility, it seems that this treatment can be used to reduce the psychological problems of patients with type 2 diabetes.Keywords: commitment and acceptance, cognitive therapy based on mindfulness, cognitive flexibility, type 2 diabetes.1. Manuscript profile -
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79 - Investigating the Variation and Versatility of an Effective Environment in Resident’s Satisfaction of Residential Complexes (Case study: Isfahan Zeytun Residential Complex)
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80 - Analysis of Effective Key Factors in Adaptability of a Building in the Future with an Emphasis on Flexibility in Historical Buildings (Case Study: Bu-Ali of Hamadan )
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81 - The Role of Functional Flexibility to Improve Energy Efficiency in Energy Consumption of the Case Borojerdiha house in Kashan
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82 - A Causal Model of Family Cohesion, Flexibility and Commitment of Identity by Mediating Role of Identity Style
Behnaz BehzadiStudy causal model of flexibility and family cohesion and commitment of identity is the identity of the inter-mediation style. This descriptive and correlation study. 306 students of high school girl opined multistage cluster sampling, using a reliable, flexible, family MoreStudy causal model of flexibility and family cohesion and commitment of identity is the identity of the inter-mediation style. This descriptive and correlation study. 306 students of high school girl opined multistage cluster sampling, using a reliable, flexible, family cohesion and Identity styles have been tested. The results of measurement and structural equation modelling were analysed by LISREL software. The results showed that the flexibility and cohesion of the family has a direct impact on identity style and identity styles also share the commitment of identity is different explanatory. The results illustrate the importance of communication, parent-child model identification process is underway. In this regard, parents and school counselors can be very effective.The results illustrate the importance of communication, parent-child model identification process is underway. In this regard, parents and school counselors can be very effective.The results illustrate the importance of communication, parent-child model identification process is underway. In this regard, parents and school counselors can be very effective. Manuscript profile -
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83 - Relationship between Family Communication Patterns coherence and flexibility with Psychological well-being: mediating of hardiness in students
kobra kazemianmoghadam Homayoon Haroon RashidiAbstract: The aim of the present study was to investigate the relationship between Family communication patterns family, coherence and flexibility with Psychological well-being by mediating of hardiness in students. The research method was descriptive-correlational. The MoreAbstract: The aim of the present study was to investigate the relationship between Family communication patterns family, coherence and flexibility with Psychological well-being by mediating of hardiness in students. The research method was descriptive-correlational. The research population consisted of all secondary school students in Dezful and a sample of 390 students who were selected by cluster random sampling method. To measure variables, psychological well-being questionnaires (Riff 1989), family communication patterns (Rithchie and Fitzpatrick, 1998), family flexibility (Shakeri, 2003), family cohesion (Samani, 2002), and Ahvaz's Hardiness (Qumarsi, 1998) were used. The results showed that communication patterns, coherence and family flexibility and hardiness with psychological well-being of students were significant. The results of path analysis showed that direct and indirect relationships in the proposed model were significant and the relationships between these variables had acceptable fit. Therefore, based on the findings of this research, it can be concluded that psychological hardiness has a mediating role in the relationship between communication patterns, family coherence and flexibility with psychological well-being. Manuscript profile -
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84 - The Role of Information Processing Styles in Problem Solving with the Role of Mediating Exam Anxiety and Cognitive Flexibility in Secondary girl School Students in District 2 of Ardabil
Mohammadreza Noroozi Homayoon Ali Rezaeisharif Faeze hedayatThe present study is a correlational description according to the nature of the subject and the intended objectives. The statistical population of this study was all female high school students in the second district of Ardabil schools in the academic year of 1400, whic MoreThe present study is a correlational description according to the nature of the subject and the intended objectives. The statistical population of this study was all female high school students in the second district of Ardabil schools in the academic year of 1400, which was 4800 students. To select a suitable and acceptable statistical sample for performing tests and collecting data, Cochran's formula was used to determine the volume and size of the statistical sample. Based on the above sampling formula, 355 people were selected using simple random sampling method. Research instruments include Backend and Spine (1999) Information Processing Styles Questionnaire, Friedman Exam Anxiety Questionnaire (1997), Parker Problem Solving Questionnaire (1997) and Dennis and Vanderwall Cognitive Flexibility Questionnaire (2010). Questionnaires were statistically analyzed. First, descriptive statistics (mean and standard deviation of variables) were used to summarize and describe the data of demographic factors, and in the second part, inferential statistics were used to test the hypotheses using SPSS - 22 software to examine the research questions and hypotheses. Path analysis was performed with LISREL software. It can be concluded that there is a significant relationship between information processing styles and the mediating role of test anxiety and cognitive flexibility with problem solving. The structural equation model was also fitted. Manuscript profile -
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85 - The relationship between organizational culture and organiza-tional effectiveness based on organizational models Denison North Khorasan staff
mahmud ghorbani majid barkatThe relationship between organizational culture and organizational effectiveness based on organizational models Denison North Khorasan staffThe relationship between organizational culture and organizational effectiveness based on organizational models Denison North Khorasan staff Manuscript profile -
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86 - Historical course of flexibility in international treaties
عمیق amigh محمد ادیبی مهر علی پور قصاب امیریThe social developments of the day have begun to decline and disappear. But Islamic law with the feature of flexibility, has a solid and complete program to bring man to happiness in this world and the hereafter, and by maintaining dynamism, flexibility and the ability MoreThe social developments of the day have begun to decline and disappear. But Islamic law with the feature of flexibility, has a solid and complete program to bring man to happiness in this world and the hereafter, and by maintaining dynamism, flexibility and the ability to adapt to the temporal and spatial conditions in each period, the laws It has the necessary power to meet the needs of different human societies over time without changing its principles and foundations. In other words, the Islamic legal system is a living being that has changed and remained dynamic based on various temporal and spatial variables while maintaining its original and fixed identity.In this study, while stating examples of practical rules that indicate the flexibility and simplicity of Islamic law, the historical course of flexibility in treaties, factors that make it possible for Islamic laws to adapt to social changes, and strengthening the culture Flexibility and increased gravity are emphasized along with toughness.This article has been done in a descriptive-analytical method with the help of library tools and the analysis of thematic points and the inference of legal jurisprudential propositions. Manuscript profile -
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87 - The role of supply chain flexibility adjustment on the relationship between environmental uncertainty and supply chain risk with supply chain risk reduction approach
fahime safikhani Mohammadreza safikhani Reza Ehtesham RasiThis study aims at understanding the antecedents of supply chain operational risk faced by firms and the conditions under which such risks can be mitigated. Using structural equation modeling, we investigate the relationships between environmental uncertainty and supply MoreThis study aims at understanding the antecedents of supply chain operational risk faced by firms and the conditions under which such risks can be mitigated. Using structural equation modeling, we investigate the relationships between environmental uncertainty and supply chain risk and the moderating effect of supply chain flexibility. We identify appropriate types of flexibility to mitigate the three major aspects of supply chain risk: supply risk, manufacturing process risk and delivery risk. Our empirical investigation reveals that uncertainty in the supply chain leads to don’t be high supply chain risk; and in uncertain environments, supply and manufacturing flexibility dont help in reducing the supply and manufacturing process risks respectively. However, our results also indicate that, in emerging markets such as iran where logistic infrastructure is less developed, internal capabilities alone may not be sufficient in reducing supply understanding of the types of flexibility that can mitigate supply chain risk in different business environments.chain delivery risk. Our findings not only contribute towards filling certain gaps in the supply chain risk management literature, but also provide practicing managers and researchers a better . Manuscript profile -
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88 - An Appraisal of Passenger’s Satisfaction with IranAir Services Based on the life Cycle Model
Naser JavaheriZadeh Mohammad Bamani Moqadam Mina KhosraviBased on the life cycle model for the year period 2010-2011(1389), this research is conducted to assess the passenger's satisfaction with the services rendered by Iran Air as well as to determine the satisfaction of those passengers who were in direct contact with sales MoreBased on the life cycle model for the year period 2010-2011(1389), this research is conducted to assess the passenger's satisfaction with the services rendered by Iran Air as well as to determine the satisfaction of those passengers who were in direct contact with sales staff, airport services and in-flight personnel. Moreover, this study investigates the factors contributing to Iran Air passenger's satisfaction and categorizes them from passenger's point of view. This research comprises one main question and four sub-questions and one main assumption and four sub-assumptions. The statistical population is composed of passengers who have had at least two domestic and/or international flights in 2 years. Among this population, a sample comprising 385 passengers using clustering method has been chosen. A questionnaire based on Calakuta model and in form of Likert spectrum has been devised and distributed and the information has been extracted. The methodology for gathering the information is in form of filed .For analyses and interpretation of the information, the SPSS software has been used. The result of this research is reveals the fact that the level of Iran Air passengers satisfaction in all three stages of attraction, promotion and maintenance is above the average. Also, the satisfaction with sales, airport and in-flight services stands above average. The factors effecting the passenger's satisfaction can be categorized and prioritized as: 1-Satisfaction with credibility and brand of the company, 2-Satisfaction with services rendered to frequent fliers, 3- Satisfaction with quality of services, 4-Satisfaction with price (ticket, accompanied baggage, special services) , 5-Satisfaction with after ticket sales services, 6- Satisfaction with flexibility of services, 7- Satisfaction with flights safety. Manuscript profile -
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89 - The Impact of Employability on Career Success of Employees at Qazvin Product Distribution Company
Seyyed Mohammad Zahedi Soheila ZakizadehPresent research addresses the impact of employability on career success of employees of Qazvin Province National Oil Product Distribution Company. Statistical population of present research consisted of 203 employees of Qazvin Province National Oil Product Distribution MorePresent research addresses the impact of employability on career success of employees of Qazvin Province National Oil Product Distribution Company. Statistical population of present research consisted of 203 employees of Qazvin Province National Oil Product Distribution Company. 190 subjects were selected, using simple random sampling. The first research instrument was van der Heijden and van der Heijden’s Employability scale with five dimensions of occupational expertise, anticipation and optimization, personal flexibility, corporate sense and balance. The second instrument utilized in this study was Gautier and Linwood's Career Success Scale with five dimensions of job success, interpersonal success, financial success, hierarchical success and life satisfaction. Reliability of instruments was verified using Cranach Alpha which were 0.925 and 0.903 respectively for first and second one. Data analysis was performed using simple linear regression. Results showed that employability dimensions had significant effect on career success. Manuscript profile -
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90 - The effects of psychological capital on organizational trust in the supportive space between staff and management Planning
Qolam Reza Sheisi Reza Khoshcima Mohammad Qafarifard The study on the effect of psychological capital on the relationship between perceived organizational support and organizational trust has been organized among employees who applied research, descriptive and correlational field. Management and Planning Organizati More The study on the effect of psychological capital on the relationship between perceived organizational support and organizational trust has been organized among employees who applied research, descriptive and correlational field. Management and Planning Organization study population consisted of all employees that using Morgan table, 290 individuals were selected as sample. Data analysis was performed using structural equation modeling components of psychological capital as moderator variables moderated the impact of organizational support on organizational trust them. After analyzing the data, it was clear that the increase in each indicator of organizational support, organizational management and planning leads to increased confidence in the organization. The survey results show that all four components of psychological capital has a significant effect on the perceived support and organizational trust. Manuscript profile -
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91 - Formation of Flexibility Creators in Aristocratic Houses Based on the Gender Discourse Evolutions of the Qajar Era (Case Study: Qazvin Aristocratic Houses)
Mahdokht Kiaee Hossein Soltanzadeh Maryam Armaghan Ali Akbar HeidariThe one hundred and thirty-year history of the Qajar Dynasty (from 1794 to 1925) was associated with significant cultural changes in which internal and external factors played a key role. During this era, Iran established a relationship with a modern Western world that MoreThe one hundred and thirty-year history of the Qajar Dynasty (from 1794 to 1925) was associated with significant cultural changes in which internal and external factors played a key role. During this era, Iran established a relationship with a modern Western world that did not exist before. This relationship, which began in Dar al-Saltanah of Tabriz and was influenced by the modernist movements of Abbas Mirza (1789-1833), reached its peak in the Nasseri era. Numerous presence of European men and women in Iran, traveling and sending of a number of Iranians (mostly of the aristocratic families) abroad to study, and the three important trips of Naser al-Din Shah can be considered the fields in which Iran had cultural relations with the West. This connection between Iran and Europe and the acquaintance and comparison of common Iranian and European cultures gradually led to the creation of a critical discourse on some common mores in Iran and the common relations between Iranian men and women are in the category of such cultures. The relationships between men and women at the beginning of the Qajar era were based on the same ancient method. Moreover, based on the relationship between the same genders with each other and due to its influence, some activity and spatial systems were also organized with strong boundaries between men and women. Inside, women spent time together without a man. In the late nineteenth century, with the arrival of the modernity discourse in Iran, which considered the interaction between men and women to be normal, Iranians realized that some sexual acts and the love of an adult man for a man, which was common in Iran, were considered baseness in morality by the Europeans. This revision of the new cultural relations between men and women has also entered into the field of houses and transformed the activity and spatial systems influenced by this culture. In addition, at the root of these activity and spatial systems and the changes that have taken place in them, there is also flexibility, that seems to meet some of the needs of residents at different times. In fact, it is these needs that the ability of potential changes at the root of the activity and spatial systems of houses emerges and becomes actual, in order to meet them; In the present study, this reason for the occurrence of flexibility is called the creator of flexibility. The present research aims to study the transformation of flexibility generators based on the evolution of gender discourse (cultural relations between men and women) in Qajar aristocratic houses. Therefore, the main question of the study is : How were the flexibility creators of aristocratic houses formed based on the evolutions of gender discourse in the middle of the Qajar era? This study is qualitative, descriptive-analytical research which was carried out using historical analysis and a phenomenological research method. In the first step, the reflection of gender discourse evolutions in the aristocratic houses of the Qajar era is discussed and then, the flexibility creators based on the characteristics of the aristocratic houses are identified and analyzed using reliable historical books and sources. Next, using a phenomenological research method, the evolutions of flexibility creators are investigated in six aristocratic houses in Qazvin, as case studies, using the results of in-depth interviews with the residents of these houses and reliable historical sources. The results show that those activity and spatial systems which had flexibility creators (potential for change) before the evolution of gender discourse have maintained their function after this era as well. In other words, the needs of the residents of the Qajar aristocratic houses remained unsatisfied even with the changes in the relations between men and women in the middle of that era, and these changes, at least in the Qajar era, could not make a clear change in the residents' needs. It also seems that gender discourse evolutions have made the activity and spatial systems of houses more limited, but such a limitation has not undermined their flexibility creators. In other words, it can be concluded that the evolution of gender discourse has covered the flexibility creators in pre- and post-Nasseri's houses. Manuscript profile -
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92 - Comparison of the Effectiveness of Computer Games with Traditional Iranian Games on Cognitive Flexibility and Response Inhibiting of Students with Mathematical Learning Disorder
mahsa sadati baladehi beheshteh niushaThe purpose of this study was to compare the effectiveness of computer Games with traditional Iranian Games on cognitive flexibility and response inhibition of students with mathematical disabilities. The research method was quasi-experimental with pre-test and post-tes MoreThe purpose of this study was to compare the effectiveness of computer Games with traditional Iranian Games on cognitive flexibility and response inhibition of students with mathematical disabilities. The research method was quasi-experimental with pre-test and post-test design with control group. The statistical population consisted of all four to sixth grad elementary school students in Tehran who faced mathematical disability in the academic year of 2018-2019. A total of 30 subjects were selected through accessible and targeted sampling and then divided into 3 groups (a control group, a experimental group trained in traditional Games and one experimental group that was trained in Cognitive computer game as Captain’s Log). The research tools consisted of a revised Wechsler Vault Intelligence Test (WISC-R) (1974), K-Matt mathematical test (1976) for initial screening and a Wisconsin Card Classification Computer Test (1948). Finally, the data of each group were analyzed based on descriptive statistics and inferential statistics (Multivariate analysis of Manawa covariance). Based on the results, both traditional Iranian Games and computer Games have been effective in increasing the cognitive flexibility and response inhibition. The effectiveness of computer Games is more than Iranian traditional Games. Manuscript profile -
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93 - Comparison of working memory and cognitive flexibility of female bilingual Arabic-Persian and monolingual students
Niloufar Gholamipour Noshirvan Khezri Moghadam Masoud Fazilatpour The study aimed to evaluate and compare working memory and cognitive flexibility of monolingual and bilingual Arabic-Persian students. The method of the present study was descriptive. The study population consisted of 473 female monolingual and bilingual 10 More The study aimed to evaluate and compare working memory and cognitive flexibility of monolingual and bilingual Arabic-Persian students. The method of the present study was descriptive. The study population consisted of 473 female monolingual and bilingual 10- to 12-year-old female students in Kangan city in the 1396-97 academic year, which among them, 100 students, 50 of whom were Persian-speaking and the other 50 bilingual (Arabic-Persian-speaking), were selected by random sampling. A computer version of the Wisconsin test was used to measure cognitive flexibility (Grant and Berg, 1948) and the Wechsler IV Digit Span subscale (Wechsler, 2003) was used to measure working memory. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and Independent T-Test. The results showed a significant difference between monolingual and bilingual students in working memory and cognitive flexibility. The performance of bilinguals in both variables is better than monolingual children. Manuscript profile -
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94 - Effectiveness of Cognitive-Behavioral Play Therapy on Improving Working Memory and Cognitive Flexibility in Children with Special Learning Disorder
Rana Gharib Mir Abdolhasan Askari Rankouh Fatemeh Rabipour Bahman AkbariThe aim of this study was to determine the effectiveness of Cognitive-behavioral play therapy (CBPT) on improving work memory (WM) and cognitive flexibility (CF) in children with Specific Learning Disorder (SLD). The research method was semi-experimental with a pretest- MoreThe aim of this study was to determine the effectiveness of Cognitive-behavioral play therapy (CBPT) on improving work memory (WM) and cognitive flexibility (CF) in children with Specific Learning Disorder (SLD). The research method was semi-experimental with a pretest-posttest design with a control group. The statistical population of this study included all children (540 people) with SLD referred to the Center for SLD in Rasht in 2018, from among which 24 people were selected by available sampling and randomly replaced in experimental group (12 people) and control (12 people). Then Working Memory Rating Scale (WMRS) and Wisconsin Card Sorting Test (WCST) in the form of pre-test and post-test were performed on them. Experimental group participants received 10 sessions of 1 hour and twice a week Cognitive-behavioral play therapy (CBPT) program; While in the control group there was no intervention. Data were analyzed using analysis of covariance in SPSS22 software. The results showed that CBPT is effective on improving WM and CF in children with SLD. Based on this, it can be concluded that CBPT intervention method, as a complementary approach, to improve WM and CF of children with SLD, can be used. Manuscript profile -
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95 - The Effectiveness of Appreciation Education on Academic Buoyancy and Cognitive Flexibility in Volleyball Sports Students
Maryam Feyzbakhsh Vaghef Soleyman Kabini MoghadamThis research was conducted with the aim of investigating the effectiveness of appreciation training on academic buoyancy and cognitive flexibility in volleyball students. The research method was semi-experimental with the implementation of pre-test & post-test and MoreThis research was conducted with the aim of investigating the effectiveness of appreciation training on academic buoyancy and cognitive flexibility in volleyball students. The research method was semi-experimental with the implementation of pre-test & post-test and with experimental and control groups. The statistical population included all 9th grade female students of one school in Rasht district in the academic year of 2020-2021 in the number of 418 people, out of which 36 female athletes were randomly divided into 2 groups (18 people). The experimental group and 18 people were divided into the control group. Academic buoyancy questionnaires by Dehghanizadeh & Hosseinchari (2011) and cognitive flexibility by Dennis & Vanderwaal (2010) were completed by all the subjects of the two groups in the pre-test and post-test stages. Then, the experimental group was subjected to Emmons and McCullough's (2003) appreciation training intervention for 9 sessions of 90 minutes. While during this period, the control group did not receive any intervention. The data was analyzed using the inferential test of analysis of covariance. The results showed that appreciation training increased the academic buoyancy and cognitive flexibility of female athletes. (P<0.001). Therefore, it can be concluded that the use of appreciation training is useful and effective to increase academic buoyancy and cognitive flexibility in female volleyball athletes. Manuscript profile -
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96 - The effectiveness of positive thinking training on subjective well-being, functional flexibility and psychological coherence in patients with type 2 diabetes
Nasrin Zabihi Taher Tizdast Mohammadreza Zarbakhsh The aim of the present study is the effectiveness of positive thinking training on mental well-being, action flexibility and psychological coherence in patients with type 2 diabetes. This semi-experimental research was pre-test, post-test and follow-up afte More The aim of the present study is the effectiveness of positive thinking training on mental well-being, action flexibility and psychological coherence in patients with type 2 diabetes. This semi-experimental research was pre-test, post-test and follow-up after two months. The statistical population includes people with type 2 diabetes who referred to the Mashhad International Diabetes Prevention and Control Foundation in the summer of 2019. Keyes and Magyarmo (2003), Antonovsky's sense of coherence (1987) and Conover and Davidson's (2003) subjective well-being questionnaire were used to collect data. The results of analysis of variance with repeated measurement showed that positive thinking training is effective and lasting on the mental well-being, sense of psychological coherence and action flexibility of people with type 2 diabetes.. Positive thinking training in patients suffering from diabetes strengthens positive personal traits such as courage, sense of aesthetics, foresight, etc. and a new method of provide cognitive processing and regulation of emotions. Manuscript profile -
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97 - Structural relationship between creativity dimensions and mental wandering of students
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98 - A comparative survey of self-compassion, Cognition flexibility and Sense of Coherence in Diabetic Patients and Individual Normal
Arsalan Khanmohammad Ghodratollah Abbasi Samira Rahmani JavanmardDiabetes is a chronic disease that has many effects on individual and social performance. The purpose of this study was to compare self-compassion, cognitive flexibility and sense of coherence in people with diabetes and healthy people. The method of this research is ca MoreDiabetes is a chronic disease that has many effects on individual and social performance. The purpose of this study was to compare self-compassion, cognitive flexibility and sense of coherence in people with diabetes and healthy people. The method of this research is causal-comparative. The statistical population of this study included all outpatient diabetic women patients referring to clinics and treatment centers. From this society, 50 subjects were selected by convenience sampling and compared with 50 healthy subjects. Self-compassion, cognitive flexibility and sense of coherence were used to collect data and data were analyzed by multivariate analysis of variance. The results of the data analysis showed that there is a significant difference between self-compassion, cognitive flexibility and sense of coherence in people with diabetes and healthy subjects. According to the findings, self-compassion and cognitive flexibility are among the most important factors for better management of chronic diseases and as psychosocial adaptation increases, with stressful events of life and higher levels of performance and life satisfaction, it affects self-care behaviors and quality of life in patients. Manuscript profile -
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99 - The Effectiveness of Reality Therapy on Marital Flexibility, Marital Burnout and Social Commitment in Couples Seeking Divorce in Malayer
Amirhossein Goudarzi Moloud Keykhosrovani Ezat Deyreh Kamran GanjiThe aim of the present study was to investigate the effect of reality-therapy based on choice theory on marital flexibility, marital boredom and social commitment of couples seeking divorce. The research method was quasi-experimental with pre-test-post-test design Inclu MoreThe aim of the present study was to investigate the effect of reality-therapy based on choice theory on marital flexibility, marital boredom and social commitment of couples seeking divorce. The research method was quasi-experimental with pre-test-post-test design Including a control group < /p> control group. The statistical population of the study Consisted of the total number of couples applying for divorce in Malayer in 1398. From among that population, 30 couples were selected as the sample of the study based on available sampling design and were randomly Assigned into two groups of experimental and control. in two experiments and control. The Painz (2003) Marital Boredom Questionnaire, Dennis & Wendrew's Cognitive Flexibility Questionnaire (2010), and the Adams and Jones Social Commitment Questionnaire (1997) were used to collect data. Data were analyzed by multivariate covariance statistical test. The results of the descriptive findings showed that there was a significant difference between the experimental and control groups Please check this and the results of the inferential findings showed that there was a Significant difference in the cognitive flexibility variable between the control and experimental groups (P <0.05). In the marital boredom variable, there is a significant difference between the experimental and control groups in the posttest stage (P <0.05); But in the follow-up phase, there is no significant difference between the experimental and control groups in marital boredom (P <0.05). In the social commitment variable, it is also observed that there is a significant difference between the experimental and control groups in the post-test phase (5.45) and follow-up (10.28) of the social commitment (P <0.05). Based on Based on the findings , it can be stated that the intervention of reality therapy based on the theory of choice on the components of flexibility, boredom and social commitment in couples seeking divorce is effective and this type of intervention can be used in counseling and couple therapy. Manuscript profile -
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100 - The effect of couple therapy based on Schoenaker encouragement approach on improving psychological flexibility, cognitive emotion regulation and communication patterns of couples in Shiraz
Najme Abdollahi Naser Amini Nazanin HonarparvaranThe aim of this study was to investigate the effect of couple therapy based on Schoenaker encouragement approach on improving psychological flexibility, cognitive emotion regulation and communication patterns of couples in Shiraz. The research method was experimental an MoreThe aim of this study was to investigate the effect of couple therapy based on Schoenaker encouragement approach on improving psychological flexibility, cognitive emotion regulation and communication patterns of couples in Shiraz. The research method was experimental and research design was the quasi-(semi-experimental) with pre-test, post-test and follow-up with the control group. First, the pretest was performed on both groups using research tools, then the therapeutic intervention was performed on the experimental group and the posttest was completed by both groups. Three months later, the follow-up test was performed and the results of pre-test, post-test and follow-up were compared. The statistical population included all couples in Shiraz in the spring quarter of 1400. The statistical sample ncluded 30 people (15 in the experimental group and 15 in the control group) who were selected by convenience sampling and were randomly assigned to the two experimental and control groups. Research instruments included the Garnefski & Kraaij Cognitive Emotion Regulation (2006), Dennis and Vanderwall Cognitive Flexibility (2010) and the Adilson & Epstein Couples Communication Patterns (1982) questionnaires. The results showed that couple therapy based on Schoenaker encouragement approach had an effect on the couple's psychological flexibility and its component, positive emotion regulation (further increase of positive emotion regulation scores), negative emotion regulation (further decrease of negative emotion regulation scores) and psychological flexibility in the post-test and follow-up test. According to the research findings, it can be concluded that couple therapy based on Schoenaker encouragement approach can be used to improve psychological flexibility, cognitive emotion regulation and couples’ communication patterns. Manuscript profile -
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101 - The effect of couple therapy based on Schoenaker encouragement approach on improving psychological flexibility, cognitive emotion regulation and communication patterns of couples in Shiraz
Minoosh Homayooni Moloud Keykhosrovani Ali Pouladi reishehriA review of theoretical and empirical backgrounds shows that positive mindfulness-based therapy and compassion-based therapy have been effective in emotion dysregulation and avoidance of experiments. But it is not yet clear which of these interventions will be more effe MoreA review of theoretical and empirical backgrounds shows that positive mindfulness-based therapy and compassion-based therapy have been effective in emotion dysregulation and avoidance of experiments. But it is not yet clear which of these interventions will be more effective and more stable over time. The aim of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness and continuity of the effect of positive mindfulness therapy and compassion therapy on experiential avoidance and emotion dysregulation in women victims of domestic violence. The present study was an applied One related to the purpose and in terms of design a quasi-experimental one with pre-test and multi-group post-test with a control group and a follow-up of three months. The statistical population of the present study consisted of all women victims of domestic violence who were members of safe houses in Shiraz in 2009-2010. Assessment instruments included Granefski, Kraaij & Spinhoven's emotion regulation questionnaire (2001) and Bond et al's experience avoidance questionnaire (2010). One group received the Hofmann, Wu & Boettcher (2014) Positive Mindfulness Intervention, and the other group received the Gilbert (2010) Compassionate Therapy Experiment in 8 sessions of 90 minutes each, and the control group did not receive any intervention. Data were analyzed by repeated measures analysis of variance and Benferoni method. The results showed that compassion-based therapy and positive mindfulness-based therapy are effective on emotion dysregulation and avoidance of experiments (p<0.01). Compassion-based therapy is more effective than mindfulness therapy in reducing emotion dysregulation and avoiding experimental experiences (p<0.01). It seems that compassionate therapy and positive mindfulness therapy can be used as a preventive and remedial measure in increasing the mental health and quality of life of women victims of domestic violence.Conflict of interest: The authors declare that there are no conflicts of interest regarding the publication of this manuscript. Manuscript profile -
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102 - A study of the relationship between personality characteristics and petrochemical corporation personnels’ job satisfaction in Tabriz
Rahmatallah Nouranipour Hasan Akbarzadeh AbdoljabarThe objective of the study was to determine the relationship between personality characteristics and petrochemical corporation personnel’s job satisfaction in Tabriz. The research method was descriptive-correlation. The statistical population included all the staf MoreThe objective of the study was to determine the relationship between personality characteristics and petrochemical corporation personnel’s job satisfaction in Tabriz. The research method was descriptive-correlation. The statistical population included all the staff of petrochemical corporation (400 person), out of which 194 person using Morgan table were chosen as the sample size. The method of sampling was random stratified. To collect the data, two standard questionnaires Bray & Rothe’s job satisfaction and NEO-FFI personality were used. Using SPSS software and inferential statistics such as pearson’s correlation coefficient, stepwise regression, the hypotheses and questions were tested. The results showed that there was a significant positive difference between the conscientiousness, extraversion, agreeableness, and job satisfaction. There was a significant negative difference between neuroticism and job satisfaction. There was no significant correlation between openness and job satisfaction. Manuscript profile -
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103 - Compiling an appropriate pattern for staff performance assessment in Tabriz Islamic Azad University
Ferdous Yadegari Mir Mohsen Alavi The main objective of the present study is to compile an appropriate pattern for staff performance assessment in Islamic Azad University. The study tries to answer the following questions: What are the university staff's performance indices? To p More The main objective of the present study is to compile an appropriate pattern for staff performance assessment in Islamic Azad University. The study tries to answer the following questions: What are the university staff's performance indices? To promote the university staff's performance what model can be presented? What would be the proportion degree of suggested model? The statistical population was all the staff at Tabriz Islamic Azad University (total 640 people), from witch 250 people have been chosen using proportionate stratified sampling. The research method was descriptive survey. After extensive study of theoretical bases and research literature and obtaining the wieo points of valid scholars, the questionnaire was conformed and its six components (occupational criteria, professional development, professional covenant, human relations, flexibility, ethical criteria and extra-curricular) and thirty variables were recognized by professors and scholars. Reliability of the research was calculated by cronbach alpha witch was 44% for descriptive data, statistical indices, tables and charts related to each question are presented. For analyzing the data, one sample Ttest and Friedman was used for first question. The second question factor analysis and the third question cronbach alpha via SPSS soft ware was used. The research result showed that all six components and thirty variables were confirmed. Suggessted research model with reliability coefficient 44% and average of 3.44 out of five was also confirmed. The human relations criteria was known as the most important components because it has the most factor loading and had the tendency to become a public and total factor. The professional developent criteria was known as the least important component in the present research. Manuscript profile -
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104 - Idiosyncratic Deals and Work- Family Enrichment: The Moderating Role of Self-Efficacy
Elham EbrahimiThe concept of idiosyncratic deals (i-deals) as personalized work arrangements that are different in nature from the usual employment contracts, negotiated to meet the specific needs of employees individually, has created a new trend in the area of employer-employee rel MoreThe concept of idiosyncratic deals (i-deals) as personalized work arrangements that are different in nature from the usual employment contracts, negotiated to meet the specific needs of employees individually, has created a new trend in the area of employer-employee relationships. The current study was an attempt to investigate the impact of idiosyncratic deals, as flexibility and development deals, on the mutual relationship of work-family enrichment. Additionally, the moderating effect of employees' self-efficacy in this relationship was examined. The present applied study employed a descriptive survey design. The statistical population of the study included the employees of three companies engaged in information technology in banking sector, located in Pardis Technology Park, who were randomly recruited. Standard questionnaires were used for the data collection and the data analyses were done by structural equation modeling using Smart PLS software. The results indicated that flexibility and development i-deals have a significant positive effect on the work to family enrichment and that self-efficacy, as a moderating variable, enhances this relationship. However, the impact of flexibility and development i-deals on the family to work enrichment was not significant, and only through adding the self-efficacy moderator variable, a significant positive relationship was established between these variables. Manuscript profile -
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105 - Evaluating the Agile Manufacturing in Small and Medium Industries of East Azarbaijan Province based on Agility Capabilities: A Fuzzy Topsis Method
Soleyman Iranzadeh Vahid Fattahi Sarand Abdolvahid TahoniThe new era of high-speed global economy has caused companies to change operational strategies. In this era, competitive prices and high quality are essential, but not the determinant factors of commercial success; rather, the speed and flexibility to respond quickly to MoreThe new era of high-speed global economy has caused companies to change operational strategies. In this era, competitive prices and high quality are essential, but not the determinant factors of commercial success; rather, the speed and flexibility to respond quickly to market and customer is regarded as a fundamental principle. Thus, the importance of speed and agility has increased and replaced previous competitive priorities; therefore, this paper evaluates agile manufacturing in small and medium industries of East Azarbaijan Province based on agility capabilities. The population of the study consists of all small and medium-sized firms of East Azarbaijan province. The sample was set 610 companies using the equation of determining the sample size of limited socities. In order to collect data in this study, a researcher made questionnaire was used, which was distributed among the subjects after testing its validity and reliability. In order to analyze the data in the study, fuzzy TOPSIS method was used. The results showed that most groups of small and medium industries based on the agile manufacturing capabilities have a considerable distance from agile manufacturing. Manuscript profile -
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106 - Investigating the Condition of Organizational Agility in Public Organizations of Kerman
amin nikpour sanjar SalagjeghAgility is the ability to react to unanticipated changes in order to take conscious action based on change (knowledge management). Organizational agility has 4 components: responsiveness, competency, flexibility, and quickness. If an organization wants to have agility, MoreAgility is the ability to react to unanticipated changes in order to take conscious action based on change (knowledge management). Organizational agility has 4 components: responsiveness, competency, flexibility, and quickness. If an organization wants to have agility, it should pay attention to these abilities and capacities. No doubt, obtaining agility depends on responding to guidelines, technologies, employees, and processes. The purpose of the present study is to examine the condition of organizational agility in the public organizations of Kerman. The research is of descriptive type conducted through survey method. The statistical population included 1915 official employees of the public organizations in Kerman. From among them, 322 subjects were selected as the research sample by regular categorization. Descriptive statistics was used for data analysis, and the data collection tool was organizational agility questionnaire. The research findings show that the level of organizational agility of the employees of the public organizations in Kerman is high. Manuscript profile -
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107 - A study of the relation between organizational agility dimensions and the productivity of Dana insurance company employees in East Azarbaijan province
Soleyman Iranzadeh Negar alsadat Mesbahi Abdolhossin Shokri Raheim EbrahimiNowadays the organizational agility is an important factor in advancing the goals of organization, increasing productivity and employees' morale, promoting the level of organizational commitment, mental and physical health, and life satisfaction among the employees. The MoreNowadays the organizational agility is an important factor in advancing the goals of organization, increasing productivity and employees' morale, promoting the level of organizational commitment, mental and physical health, and life satisfaction among the employees. The main goal of this study was to investigate the relation between the man-power productivity which is an effective element in the organization, and organizational agility which is a new Paradigm in achieving success and in line with variations. The research method was descriptive-correlation survey. The statistical population included all the employees in Dana insurance company in East Azarbaijan which added up to 120 people. Using Morgan's table the sample size was 92 people. The descriptive and inferential statistics were used to analyze the data. To gather the data the standard organizational agility and man-power productivity questionnaires were used. The results showed that there was a significant positive difference relation between the organizational agility and productivity of Dana insurance company employees. Manuscript profile -
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108 - The Effect of Human Resource Flexibility on Organizational Effectiveness with Respect to Organizational Citizenship Behavior: Iran Insurance Company
Saeed Sehat Behrooz Izadpanah Aghil Ghorbani PajiToday, Human Resource (HR) is regarded as one of the essential corporate capitals especially among service companies like insurance companies. Given the role that HR plays in achieving organizational effectiveness, HR managers have always focused on maximizing HR Organi MoreToday, Human Resource (HR) is regarded as one of the essential corporate capitals especially among service companies like insurance companies. Given the role that HR plays in achieving organizational effectiveness, HR managers have always focused on maximizing HR Organizational effectiveness. Hence, the aim of the current study was to examine the effect of HR flexibility on the organizational effectiveness of Iran Insurance Company with respect to organizational citizenship behavior. Based on sample of 100 was selected from a population of ….. The research data were collected using a questionnaire which was piloted to verify its content validity through convergent and divergent validity. Further, its reliability was assessed via Cronbach's alpha and composite reliability (CR) and reliability of factors was measured through factor loading. The data in this study were analyzed via Confirmatory Factor Analysis and variance-based Structural Equation Modeling using Partial Least Squares Method. The SPSS and Smart-PLS software were employed in the analyses. The findings verified the significant effect of HR flexibility on organizational effectiveness (t=9/478) and on organizational citizenship behavior (t=28.894). Moreover, significant correlation was found betweenv organizational behavior and organizational effectiveness (t=2.092). The findings from the Sobel test revealed that organizational citizenship behavior could account for approximately 17% of the effect of HR flexibility on organizational effectiveness (t =0.154) and that intensity is significantly correlated with organizational effectiveness (0.1730). Manuscript profile -
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109 - Applying Mindfulness Exercises to Improve Emotion Regulation and Flexibility in Pre-Adolescents
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110 - The Effect of Adolescent-Centered Mindfulness Therapy on Behavioral Emotion Regulation, Cognitive Flexibility and Social Anxiety in Depressed Adolescent Girls
Asma Fouladi Seyyedeh Samiri Hosseini Elmiri Ezazi Bojnourdi Fatemeh Mohammadabadi Maryam ShokriDepressed adolescent girls face many problems and challenges in life, especially in the field of behavioral emotion regulation, cognitive flexibility and social anxiety. Therefore, this study was conducted with the aim of determining the effect of adolescent-centered mi MoreDepressed adolescent girls face many problems and challenges in life, especially in the field of behavioral emotion regulation, cognitive flexibility and social anxiety. Therefore, this study was conducted with the aim of determining the effect of adolescent-centered mindfulness therapy on behavioral emotion regulation, cognitive flexibility and social anxiety in depressed adolescent girls. This study in terms of purpose was practical and in terms of implementation method was semi-experimental with a pre-test and post-test design and with a control group. The statistical population of research was all depressed adolescent girls who referred to counseling centers in the three district of Tehran city in the fall season of 2023 year. The sample of this study was 30 people who were selected by purposive sampling method after checking the inclusion criteria and were replaced by simple random method with the help of lottery in two equal groups including experimental and control groups. The experimental group received 10 sessions of 60 minutes as a group under adolescent-oriented mindfulness therapy and during this period, the control group did not receive any intervention. The research instruments were included behavioral emotion regulation questionnaire (Kraaj & Garnefsky, 2019), cognitive flexibility inventory (Dennis & Vander Wall, 2010) and social anxiety scale (Connor & et al, 2000). The data obtained from the implementation of the above tools in the pre-test and post-test stages were analyzed by multivariate analysis of covariance method in SPSS-25 software. The findings of this study indicated that adolescent-oriented mindfulness therapy significantly increased behavioral emotion regulation and cognitive flexibility and significantly decreased social anxiety in depressed adolescent girls (P<0.001). According to the findings of this study, to intervene for improve the psychological characteristics of depressed adolescent girls can be used adolescent-oriented mindfulness therapy along with other therapeutic methods. Manuscript profile -
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111 - The effect of seven weeks of hamstring static stretching movements on flexibility and speed of young football players
Nasser Bay Shahnaz Noorian Mahmood SheikhThe purpose of the study was to investigate the effect of seven weeks of static hamstring stretching on flexibility and speed of adolescent football players. The population of the study included seventy six youth football players in Ramian city in 2017. Twenty four foot MoreThe purpose of the study was to investigate the effect of seven weeks of static hamstring stretching on flexibility and speed of adolescent football players. The population of the study included seventy six youth football players in Ramian city in 2017. Twenty four football players were selected by available sampling and randomly divided into experimental and control groups. The Wells test was used to measure the flexibility of the participants and the 20-meter sprint test was used to measure the speed. Descriptive and inferential statistics were used for statistical analysis. In the inferential section, independent and paired t-tests were used.The results showed that seven weeks of static hamstring stretching had an effect on the flexibility of adolescent football players. Also, the results showed that seven weeks of static hamstring stretching affected the speed of adolescent football players. According to the finding, it's recommended that static hamstring stretching improve the performance of adolescent football players. Manuscript profile -
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112 - Effect of six weeks band resistance training on performance parameters in young soccer players
Hamoon Deldar Siavash Rahmati Behzad TaatiBackground and purpose: Functional indicators and specifically, balance, flexibility and strength of hamstring muscles can have a significant impact on the competitive performance of soccer players, so that it can even reduce the injuries of soccer players to some exten MoreBackground and purpose: Functional indicators and specifically, balance, flexibility and strength of hamstring muscles can have a significant impact on the competitive performance of soccer players, so that it can even reduce the injuries of soccer players to some extent. The purpose of this study was to investigate the effect of using Theraband(elastic band) along with regular football training on the performance indicators of soccer players.Material and Methods: 16 soccer players working in the leagues of Tehran province participated in this research and were randomly divided into two groups of eight people, including the Theraband group (usual soccer training and Theraband training) and the control group (usual soccer training). The training protocol included six weeks of 90-minute football training and 3 sessions per week. The difference between the exercises of the two groups was the core of the exercises in 20 minutes, and the Theraband group did special exercises with the Theraband stretcher during this 20-minute period. The pre-test and post-tests of both groups were taken in the same way and at the same time. The players' balance was measured by the Romberg test, and the players' flexibility was measured by the Wells test (sitting and extending the arms), and the strength of the hamstring muscles was measured by the Biodex model dynamometer. 3 Made in the USA was measured. Manuscript profile -
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113 - Study of the Impact of Supply Chain Sustainability Dimensions on Sustainable Competitive Advantage with the Mediating Role of Production Flexibility and Strategic Flexibility (Case Study: Dairy Industry of Fars Province)
Shahab Heidari Belgheis Bavarsad Majid Nili Ahmad Abadi Saber Mola Alizade ZavardehiIn today's competitive markets, organizations must possess a high level of adaptability to gain a competitive edge. To explore the impact of a sustainable supply chain on sustainable competitive advantage, this study examined strategic flexibility and flexibility-produc MoreIn today's competitive markets, organizations must possess a high level of adaptability to gain a competitive edge. To explore the impact of a sustainable supply chain on sustainable competitive advantage, this study examined strategic flexibility and flexibility-productivity as mediating variables. The research focused specifically on the dairy industry in Fars province and involves industry experts from the domestic sector, selected through judgment sampling. Data was collected via a questionnaire, and Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) was employed for analysis. The findings of the study indicated that the economic, environmental, and social dimensions of supply chain sustainability have a significant influence on product flexibility. Additionally, these dimensions have a notable impact on strategic flexibility, except for the social dimension's effect on production flexibility. Furthermore, both production and strategic flexibility positively and significantly contribute to the achievement of sustainable competitive advantage. In conclusion, this research highlighted the importance of a sustainable supply chain in attaining sustainable competitive advantage. The economic, environmental, and social dimensions play a crucial role in enhancing both product and strategic flexibility. By embracing sustainable practices and fostering flexibility in production and strategy, organizations in the dairy industry can maintain a competitive advantage over time. Manuscript profile -
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114 - Presenting a qualitative model of conditional accounting conservatism and financial flexibility with the aim of reducing company lawsuits in the era of Covid-19 with a critical evaluation method based on multiple data-based theory.
الهام میری mohammad reza abdoli maryam shahri Farhad DehdarAbstractThe Legal claims of companies have increased during the Covid-19 era and have caused disruptions in the accounting system of companies. The most important reason for conducting this research is to provide a qualitative model of conditional accounting conservatis MoreAbstractThe Legal claims of companies have increased during the Covid-19 era and have caused disruptions in the accounting system of companies. The most important reason for conducting this research is to provide a qualitative model of conditional accounting conservatism and financial flexibility with the aim of reducing the legal claims of the company during the outbreak of Corona. The research method was carried out using qualitative mixed methodology (critical evaluation method based on Multi Grounded Theory) in MAXQDA software. Financial flexibility has participated in the corona pandemic with the aim of reducing lawsuits in order to be able to identify its components, effective factors and consequences. The studied population of this research can be experts and specialists working in companies admitted to the stock exchange and expert professors in the fields of accounting, auditing, economics, financial engineering and financial management. The results of the research show that the components of "accounting conditional conservatism with the functional status approach"; "accounting conditional conservatism with the ideal significance approach"; "company legal claims with the approach "Performance status"; "Company lawsuits with the ideal importance approach"; "Financial resilience with the functional status approach" and "Financial resilience with the ideal importance approach" have an important place in the qualitative model of conditional accounting conservatism and financial flexibility with the aim of reducing lawsuits. Company law in the era of covid-19 with critical evaluation method based on Multi Grounded Theory. Manuscript profile -
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115 - investigate risk, financial flexibility and the role of product market competition in Tehran Stock Exchange companies
ahmed khodamipour Hadis JavanmardIt is important that financial flexibility is very important in the development of company financial decisions in the market. Financial by researchers is considered as one of the important components of the company's decisions, as well as the company's viewpoints to ris MoreIt is important that financial flexibility is very important in the development of company financial decisions in the market. Financial by researchers is considered as one of the important components of the company's decisions, as well as the company's viewpoints to risk the company's decisions. Therefore, this study was aimed at studying the relationship between risk, financial flexibility and the role of product market competition in Tehran Stock Exchange companies. Research method of this study based on the purpose of implementation, of the type of applied research, which is done in a correlation method. Information required for testing and analyzing hypotheses from financial statements and their accompanying commentary notes from 130 companies listed in Tehran Stock Exchange as a statistical sample of 2014 to 2019 and has been edited. Systematic removal method (screening) was also used to determine the sample size and size. Linear regression data and linear regression model are used to test the research hypotheses. The findings from the test hypotheses test showed that the risk and competitiveness of the product market are positively related to financial flexibility and that product market competition has no effect on the relationship between risk and financial flexibility. Manuscript profile -
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116 - Investigating the impact of establishing business intelligence and flexibility on the success of the organization with the mediating role of customer relationship management
farzad asayesh Reza BalooToday, customer relationship management is one of the most key points for understanding their wishes, needs and priorities and gaining a competitive advantage for the organization. On the other hand, organizations are facing an increasing need for information and analyt MoreToday, customer relationship management is one of the most key points for understanding their wishes, needs and priorities and gaining a competitive advantage for the organization. On the other hand, organizations are facing an increasing need for information and analytical knowledge about customers, competitors' markets, organizational environment and other factors affecting business, which has led to business intelligence as a solution to meet this need. Note. Therefore, in this research, the effect of creating business intelligence and flexibility on the success of the organization with the mediating role of customer relationship management has been investigated. The current research is a descriptive survey. The statistical population of this research includes all the employees of the country's ports organization, whose number is 600, and Morgan's table was used to determine the statistical sample size, and thus 234 people were selected as a statistical sample. The data required for the research were collected through a standard questionnaire that was systematically randomly distributed among the statistical sample and analyzed using the structural equation modeling method and Emus software. The results of the research showed that the competence of business intelligence as well as its dimensions including cultural competence and technical competence as well as flexibility have a positive and significant effect on customer relationship management. Manuscript profile -
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117 - The Experimental Study of the Influence of Function and Arrangement of Geogrids and Uniform Stress Distribution in the Tensile Area of the Concrete structures
Ashkan khodaBandeLou aliasgar akbari bargoshadiConcrete is one of the main materials used in the construction industry and there are disadvantages to the conventional method of using steel, which reduces the breakage and concrete failure. Today, the spread of the science of applying polymeric materials to overcome t MoreConcrete is one of the main materials used in the construction industry and there are disadvantages to the conventional method of using steel, which reduces the breakage and concrete failure. Today, the spread of the science of applying polymeric materials to overcome these disadvantages has quickly taken its place in concrete ingredients. These materials can produce stronger concrete with greater flexibility and a smoother surface and can increase concrete resistance to erosion, impact and corrosion. In this research, using Geogrid, which is a family of geosynthetics, the tensile strength of concrete increased by 15%. Because it is used as a solid with very low risk, the geogrid is placed at different distances from the neutral warp. Based on the results of the experiments and according to the diagrams obtained from the geogrid experiments, if utilized as a semi-solid in the tensile region, the geogrids will result in the equal distribution of stresses and will have a better effect on increasing tensile strength. Of course, using a combination of steel and geogrid in the tensile region and according to the geogrid characteristics, it is easier to achieve a soft failure (tensile failure), which is the best type of failure for concrete structures. Manuscript profile -
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118 - Review of the Relationship between Information Technology System and Creativity of Educational Staff at Schools
Sajjad Emamvirdi Jafar Ghahramani Maryam EmamvirdiThe goal of this research was to investigate the relationship between IT System and creativity of principals and teachers in boy public high school at Khoy city. The research method was descriptive and its type was correlational. All principals and teachers were the sta MoreThe goal of this research was to investigate the relationship between IT System and creativity of principals and teachers in boy public high school at Khoy city. The research method was descriptive and its type was correlational. All principals and teachers were the statistical population of the research (270 individuals), among which 40 principals were selected by census method and 100 teachers were selected randomly. Two questionnaires were used for gathering the data, whose face and content validity was confirmed by the experts. Reliability of questionnaires was estimated for IT systems (0.89) and creativity (0.87). To test the hypotheses, parametric tests - simple regression and Pearson correlation coefficient tests - were used. Results showed that all of the creativity components (Fluidity, flexibility, expandability and innovation) have a significant relationship with IT systems. Regression results indicated that IT systems, with expression factor 0.546 and Beta factor 0.515, had positive effect on creativity of principals and teachers. It is, therefore, concluded that there is a strong relationship between information technology system and creativity and that implementation of modern information systems at schools is among the most important factors for creativity and flexibility, as well as fostering new ideas among educational staff. It is also an important substrate for establishing learning schools. Manuscript profile -
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119 - Iranian Strategic Culture and the Limitations of Washington's Coercive Diplomacy against Tehran
Majid Gholampour Ghaffar Zarei Ali Mohammad HaghighiThis study is to "evaluate the impact of Iranian strategic culture on Tehran's response to Washington's coercive diplomacy. The question is, "How has the strategic culture of Iran affected its response to Washington's wills i.e. giving up the ideals of the Islamic Revol MoreThis study is to "evaluate the impact of Iranian strategic culture on Tehran's response to Washington's coercive diplomacy. The question is, "How has the strategic culture of Iran affected its response to Washington's wills i.e. giving up the ideals of the Islamic Revolution. The findings of the study, obtained through an inferential methodology and analyzed relying on the power of individual understanding, show that the nine components of Iranian strategic culture in regard of diplomacy and defense, including "martyrdom", "resistance", "emphasis on deterrence", tactical flexibility, "Strategic ambiguity", "strategic patience", "self-reliance", "strategic loneliness and a sense of vulnerability" and "the mission of the leadership of Islam and the region" and its 5 characteristics including "achieving the truth of trust", "courage" , "rationalism", "intelligent and thoughtful leadership" and "hybrid and multidimensional nature has led Iran to understand the extravagant and self-reinforcing nature of coercive diplomacy and the importance of resisting US pressure and to prevent an onset for the domino of being blackmailed by US. Thus, the interactions between Iran and US during the past four decades have been based on either the principle of "privilege for privilege" or "reciprocity." Manuscript profile -
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120 - Evaluation of the flexibility of open spaces in urban neighborhoods in terms of passive defense (Case study: District 1 in Tabriz)
Yousef Darvishi Vahid SamadzadehOpen spaces located in the central cities of the cities can be the most unprogrammable spaces from the standpoint of non-operational defense, because these spaces can play a role in critical situations because of their private ownership and belonging to the general publ MoreOpen spaces located in the central cities of the cities can be the most unprogrammable spaces from the standpoint of non-operational defense, because these spaces can play a role in critical situations because of their private ownership and belonging to the general public or public bodies. It's very important to reduce the vulnerabilityAccordingly, the present study aims to investigate and identify the limitations and ability of open spaces in Tabriz 1 in terms of mass and space combination, functional variation for critical situations as well as global coverage and appropriate access to spaces suitable for non-defense purposes. Agent works. For this purpose, in this research, various software applications such as ARC GIS 10 and Auto cad and Excel software have been used for zoning different vulnerabilities and analyzing data.The results of the research indicate that most of the old neighborhoods of Tabriz 1 have been vulnerable to non-operating defenses, as well as the structure of open spaces in the studied area based on the composition of mass and space, more than 11.7of the region's surface area for situations An inappropriate crisis indicates that there is a meaningful relationship between the degree of flexibility of open spaces and their vulnerability, in the sense that the greater the flexibility of open spaces is greater, as much as reducing the vulnerability of the area and In return, finally, surveys show that 58 of Tabriz 1 has an appropriate access to open spaces. There could be improvements in terms of civil defense. Manuscript profile -
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121 - Investigating Organizational Flexibility on Organizational Performance and Job Satisfaction in Omidieh Oil and Gas Operations Offices and Offices
mosa behvand qanbar amirnejadThe purpose of this study was to investigate organizational flexibility on organizational performance and job satisfaction in Omidieh Oil and Gas Utilities' offices and departments. This research is based on the purpose of the application and according to the method of MoreThe purpose of this study was to investigate organizational flexibility on organizational performance and job satisfaction in Omidieh Oil and Gas Utilities' offices and departments. This research is based on the purpose of the application and according to the method of data collection is descriptive-causal. The statistical population of the study is 540 employees in Omidieh oil and gas utilization companies' departments and offices. Using Kerjesi and Morgan tables and simple random sampling method, 225 individuals were selected as samples. Questionnaires were distributed and the same number of questionnaires were obtained from respondents. In order to collect the data, three standard questionnaires including: Organizational Flexibility Questionnaire (with five dimensions: management team indicators, decision making model, organizational culture, recognition of environmental conditions and organizational identity) were taken from the Hatum and Pattiro inventory questionnaire (2006) Job Satisfaction from Lee (2008), Organizational Performance Questionnaire from Baht (2008). The data were analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics using SPSS and LISREL software. The results of the research hypothesis test showed that organizational flexibility has a positive and significant effect on job satisfaction and organizational performance; job satisfaction has a positive and significant effect on organizational performance, and job satisfaction mediates the relationship between organizational flexibility and organizational performance. Slowly Manuscript profile -
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122 - Presenting a model of Human Resource Flexibility Enhancements at Saderat Bank of Iran
Mohammad Heidari Goujani Mehraban Hadi Peykani Reza Ebrahim Zadeh DastjerdiThe purpose of this study is to present a model of human resource flexibility enablers in Bank Saderat Iran .Human resource flexibility emphasizes the multiple talents of individuals through changes in their expertise, behavior, and learning .This research is a mixed re MoreThe purpose of this study is to present a model of human resource flexibility enablers in Bank Saderat Iran .Human resource flexibility emphasizes the multiple talents of individuals through changes in their expertise, behavior, and learning .This research is a mixed research that has been done in two phases, qualitative and quantitative . In the qualitative part, the phenomenological approach was used and in the quantitative part, the validation approach was used. The statistical population of the study is banking system experts and management experts and employees of Bank Saderat Iran. Structural equations, confirmatory factor analysis were used to fit the model using LISREL, Amos and SPSS software .Findings showed that the ranking order of the 6 identified dimensions of employee flexibility enablers are: training and development, organizational structure, managerial attitude, employee retention and organizational climate. The results of fitting indices of the general structural model of the research have been confirmed. Manuscript profile -
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123 - Investigating the relationship between transformational leadership and organizational performance (Case Study: Firooz Hygienic Group)
Vadood Javan Amani Hamid AkbariTransformational organizational performance is one of the important prerequisites for achieving organizational flexibility and innovation. Accordingly, the purpose of this study is to investigate the impact of transformational leadership on organizational performance. T MoreTransformational organizational performance is one of the important prerequisites for achieving organizational flexibility and innovation. Accordingly, the purpose of this study is to investigate the impact of transformational leadership on organizational performance. The method of the present research is practical based on the purpose of study and in terms of nature and methodology is among the causal researches. To select the sample, a simple random sampling method and the standardized questionnaire measurement tool in Cui et al., (2020) study were used to collect data. Thus, the sample size was determined 227 employees of Firooz Hygienic Group as the statistical population of the study based on Cochran's formula. Formal and structural validity were used to determine the validity of research and Cronbach's alpha coefficient was calculated to assess the reliability of the questionnaire. The required research data were completed and collected using the descriptive statistics techniques with SPSS22 software and inferential statistics techniques with Smart PLS3 statistical software through structural equation modeling. Research findings indicate that transformational leadership has a positive effect on organizational performance. As a result, it is suggested that the company managers should provide conditions for managers to move from traditional management styles to transformational styles and improve employee performance in today's changing world. Manuscript profile -
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124 - Development of a cell formation heuristic by considering realistic data using principal component analysis and Taguchi’s method
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125 - Application of queuing theory in inventory systems with substitution flexibility
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126 - Evaluation of Seismic Performance of Multi-Level Pipe Dampers Considering Connection Flexibility in Steel Frames
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127 - An Efficient Auto Redundant Technique for Analysis of Single Layer Grid with Curved Mambers
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128 - Analysis of agility components of educational organizations
Tayebe Abbasi Maryam Khodaverdiab nikoo dialamehThis study aimed to investigate the components of agility in educational organizations. The research method was qualitative content analysis. First, by examining the documents in a deductive way, the components of organizational agility in the management literature were MoreThis study aimed to investigate the components of agility in educational organizations. The research method was qualitative content analysis. First, by examining the documents in a deductive way, the components of organizational agility in the management literature were identified, and then through semi-structured interviews, based on the opinion of experts in the field of educational management, it was qualitatively validated. The purposive sampling method was categorical until the saturation limit and the number of interview samples was 12 people. After the interview and according to the experts, the components were classified into 5 general components and 15 minor components. The main components are: managerial, organizational, human resources, customer-related, environmental and sub-components are: Method Management, system view, organizational structure, process improvement, technology, flexibility, monitoring system, competence, creativity, training and upgrading of human resources, needs assessment, responsiveness, speed, anticipation, and seizure of opportunities, virtual organization. Based on this, it is concluded that educational organizations, like other organizations, not only need the agility characteristics the organization to maintain and survive in today's changing environment; Rather, they are required to have these capabilities to make the best use of environmental opportunities at the right time. Manuscript profile -
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129 - Reflection on the role of organizational culture in improving the organizational citizenship behavior of justice employees in Fars province
bahare Behrouzmanesh marzieh yarizanganehThe purpose of this study is to investigate the role of organizational culture on improving organizational citizenship behavior among employees of the judiciary in Fars province. The present study is correlational in nature and descriptive method and applied in terms of MoreThe purpose of this study is to investigate the role of organizational culture on improving organizational citizenship behavior among employees of the judiciary in Fars province. The present study is correlational in nature and descriptive method and applied in terms of purpose and has been conducted as a survey. The statistical population of the study was all employees of the judiciary in Fars province (300 people) in 1400. Of these, 251 (83.66%) participated in this study. In order to collect data, Denison Organizational Culture Questionnaire (2000) with reliability (α = 0.959) and Organ and Kanofsky (1996) Organizational Citizenship Behavior Questionnaire with reliability (α = 0.714) were used. Descriptive statistics was used to analyze the data. And inferential (including Spearman correlation and multivariate regression tests, path analysis) and structural equation modeling method was used to present the model. The results showed that there is a positive and significant relationship between organizational culture and organizational citizenship behavior (0.01). The results of multivariate linear regression also showed that among the dimensions of organizational culture, participatory order (β = 0.41) and flexibility (β = 0.31) are the most important predictors of organizational citizenship (0.01). The results also showed that there is no significant relationship between mission culture as one of the dimensions of organizational culture and organizational citizenship behavior. As a result, the managers of justice can improve and increase the incidence of organizational citizenship behaviors by the employees of this organization by creating desirable effects in the organizational culture. Manuscript profile -
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130 - Role of Intellectual Capital on Firms Financial Flexibility and Performance: Based on Time Delay Variable
Farzin Rezaei Khadijeh IsazadehThe purpose of this study is to investigate the relation between Intellectual Capital, Financial Flexibility and Financial Performance. Using data drawn from 73 Iranian companies listed in Tehran Stock during 2003-2008, the authors construct regression models to exam MoreThe purpose of this study is to investigate the relation between Intellectual Capital, Financial Flexibility and Financial Performance. Using data drawn from 73 Iranian companies listed in Tehran Stock during 2003-2008, the authors construct regression models to examine the relationship between Intellectual Capital, Financial Flexibility and Financial Performance. The results support the hypothesis that firms’ intellectual capital has a positive, significant and strong impact on financial flexibility (Free cash flow and Operational cash flow). In addition, evidence is presented that intellectual capital has a positive impact on financial performance (return on assets and cumulative abnormal assets) but intellectual capital does not have a positive impact on sustained capital. Also evidence is presented that the relationship between intellectual capital and financial flexibility is stronger than the relationship between intellectual capital and financial performance. Manuscript profile -
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131 - Investigation of the Relationship Between Conservatism and Financial Flexibility in Profitable Firms
Roya DarabiThe purpose of financial statements is to provide useful information about the financial position, financial performance and financial flexibility. In financial reporting, conservatism is considered as one of the main characteristics of reliability of the information. T MoreThe purpose of financial statements is to provide useful information about the financial position, financial performance and financial flexibility. In financial reporting, conservatism is considered as one of the main characteristics of reliability of the information. Thus, we examine the impact of conservatism on financial flexibility of 126 profitable firms listed in the Tehran Stock Exchange during 2010-2016. These companies were selected through screening method. The research method of the present study is applied one in terms of the purpose and future- oriented in terms of collecting data. Research type is descriptive-correlation. In this research, regression analysis and panel data were used to test the hypotheses. The findings of this study indicate that there is a positive relationship between the conservatism of profitable companies and financial flexibility, including the sensitivity of cash flows changes to open cash flows and the sensitivity of cash flows, investment, and payment decisions about dividend payment to shareholders. Manuscript profile -
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132 - Efficacy of Training Psychodrama on the Impulsivity and Psychological Flexibility of the Students Engaged in Divorce With Externalized Behavior Problems
Mahshid Shabani Javad Khalatbari Shohreh Ghorban ShiroudiThe present study was conducted to investigate the efficacy of training psychodrama on the impulsivity and psychological flexibility of the students engaged in divorce with externalized behavior problems. The present study was quasi-experimental with pretest, posttest, MoreThe present study was conducted to investigate the efficacy of training psychodrama on the impulsivity and psychological flexibility of the students engaged in divorce with externalized behavior problems. The present study was quasi-experimental with pretest, posttest, control group and two-month follow-up period design. The statistical population of the present study included the students engaged in divorce with externalized behavior problems who were studying in the first high school in academic year 2020-21 in the city of Isfahan. 40 students engaged in divorce with externalized behavior problems were selected through purpo- sive sampling method and randomly accommodated into experimental and control groups (each group of 20 students). The experimen- tal group received ten seventy-five-minute sessions of training psychodrama (Khoobani et.al, 2013) during two-and-a-half months. 4 people from the experimental group and 3 people from the control group quitted participating in the study. The applied questionnaires in this study included Impulsivity Questionnaire (Barratt, Stanford, Kent & Felthous, 2004), Psychological Flexibility Questionnaire (Dennis & VanderWal, 2010) and Children and Adolescents Behavioral Inventory (Achenbach, & Rescorla, 2001). The data from the study were analyzed through repeated measurement ANOVA. The results showed that training psychodrama has significant effect on the impulsivity and psychological flexibility of the students engaged in divorce with externalized behavior problems (p<0.001). Ac- cording to the findings of the present study it can be concluded that training psychodrama can be used as an efficient method to decrease impulsivity and increase psychological flexibility in the students engaged in divorce with externalized behavior problems through employing techniques such as confrontation, showing feelings, emotional refinement and role playing. Manuscript profile -
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133 - The Effect of Stress Induction on Failure and Working Memory: The Role of Cognitive Flexibility
Parisa Sharifi Seyyed AliMohammad Mousavi Mojtaba DehghanThe purpose of this study was to investigate the effect of stress induction on cognitive failure and working memory with regard to the role of cognitive flexibility. The study used a quasi-experimental design of pretest - posttest groups. The study population were femal MoreThe purpose of this study was to investigate the effect of stress induction on cognitive failure and working memory with regard to the role of cognitive flexibility. The study used a quasi-experimental design of pretest - posttest groups. The study population were female students who lived in dormitories of Imam Khomeini International University of Qazvin, which 100 of them selected by convenience sampling, and of these, 44 participants (22 participants with highly cognitive flexibility and 22 participants with lower cognitive flexibility) were entered into the final analysis. For data collection, Working Memory Test )Daneman & Carpenter, 1980), Cognitive Failures Questionnaire (Broadbent, Cooper, Fitzgeral & Parkes, 1982), and Cognitive Flexibility Questionnaire (Dennis & VanderWal, 2010) was used. The findings showed that after stress induction, there was a significant difference between the two groups with high cognitive flexibility and low cognitive flexibility in terms of performance of the mental processing part of working memory and three dimensions of cognitive failure including distraction, memory problems and action slips. However, under conditions of stress experience, there was no difference between the two groups in terms of mental storage and not remembering names. Therefore, it can be concluded that stress experiences affect mental processing of working memory and most dimensions of cognitive failures, but this is dependent on the level of cognitive flexibility. Manuscript profile -
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134 - The Relationship Between Metacognition and Metaemotion with Distress Tolerance: The Mediating Role of Psychological Flexibility
Majid Pourfaraj Tahere MahmoudianThe aim of this study was to determine the structural relationship between metacognition and meta-emotion with distress tolerance by the mediatory of psychological flexibility. The study design was descriptive correlational and statistic population was all students MoreThe aim of this study was to determine the structural relationship between metacognition and meta-emotion with distress tolerance by the mediatory of psychological flexibility. The study design was descriptive correlational and statistic population was all students of Mazandaran Islamic Azad University. For this purpose, 352 students were selected using multistage randomized cluster sampling method and responded to Metacognitive Questionnaire (Wells & Cartwright-Hatton, 2004), Meta-emotion Questionnaire (Mitmansgruber, Beck, Höfer & Schübler, 2009), Acceptance and Action Questionnaire (Bond, Hayes, Baer, Carpenter, Guenol et al., 2011), and Distress Tolerance Scale (Simons & Gaher ,2005). First, to evaluate the fitness of the models confirmatory factor analysis was used and then the fitness of the proposed model was analyzed by Structural Equation Modeling. Findings indicated a suitable fitness of the model to the data. Moreover, the results showed that the relationship between metacognitive and meta-emotion with distress tolerance by the mediatory of psychological flexibility was stronger than their direct relationship with distress tolerance. Therefore, the findings of this study revealed the importance of the mediating role of psychological flexibility in the relationship between metacognition and meta-emotion with distress tolerance Manuscript profile -
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135 - Executive Functions of First-grade Children with and without Pre-School Experience
Fatemeh Nejati Zahra Hashemi Mahnaz Akhavan Taftihe aim of the present study was to compare executive functions (cognitive flexibility and working memory) of first grade students who had pre-school experience and those of children without preschool experience. This study was a causal-comparative one. Using random mult Morehe aim of the present study was to compare executive functions (cognitive flexibility and working memory) of first grade students who had pre-school experience and those of children without preschool experience. This study was a causal-comparative one. Using random multi-stage cluster sampling, 90 first grade students with preschool experience and 90 first grade students without preschool experience were selected from elementary schools of Tehran in 2016-2017 academic year. Cognitive flexibility was assessed by the Wisconsin Card Sorting Test (Grant & Berg, 1948), and working memory was assessed by the Wechsler Digit Span Test. The results of two-way analysis of variance indicated that there was a significant difference between executive functions (cognitive flexibility and working memory) among the two groups of participants. There was no significant difference between girls and boys in executive functions The students who attended pre-school were better than the students without preschool experience in cognitive flexibility and working memory. The findings suggested that pre-school education had been effective in strengthening executive functions of children, Manuscript profile -
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136 - The Impact of Ethical Leadership on Empowerment: A Study of the Modifying Roles of Emotional Exhaustion and Perceived Flexibility (Case Study: Presidential Administration of the Islamic Republic of Iran)
Saeed Askari Masole Hossein MombeiniAbstract This study examines the role of ethical leadership in employee empowerment. In today's world scenario, understanding the impact of flexibility and emotional Exhaustion is essential to building the concept of empowerment. therefore, the present study examines p MoreAbstract This study examines the role of ethical leadership in employee empowerment. In today's world scenario, understanding the impact of flexibility and emotional Exhaustion is essential to building the concept of empowerment. therefore, the present study examines perceived flexibility and emotional Exhaustion as possible modifiers on the relationship between ethical leadership and employee empowerment. This research is a descriptive and survey type. a 30-item questionnaire was designed and distributed in 2021 to collect data and measure variables in order to evaluate the research model. The reliability of the questionnaire was estimated to be higher than 0.7 using Cronbach's alpha method for each part and the validity of the questionnaire was confirmed by structural validity analysis. The authors, while reviewing the theoretical foundations of the members of the statistical sample, selected them by random sampling method from among the managers of the presidential Administration of Iran in Tehran. Confirmatory factor analysis and regression analysis were performed using Smart PLS software to test the research hypotheses and examine the differences between the structures in the research. Findings showed that ethical leadership has a significant effect on psychological and structural empowerment. Also, the moderating effects of Emotional Exhaustion and Perceived Flexibility on the relationship between ethical leadership and empowerment was significant and the research hypotheses were all confirmed. Given the special characteristics of the Presidential Administration and their emphasis on ethics in order to achieve organizational perfection, the results of this study can be used by other governmental institutions. Manuscript profile -
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137 - Organizational Agility Assessment in Higher Education Institutions and its impact on organizational flexibility (Case study: Employees of Islamic Azad University, Bandar AbbasBranch)
Masoud Kharazmi Mehdi Bagheri Mohammad Hossein RanjbarOrganizational agility is one of the most important and discussed issues in the field of organizational management. On the other hand, organizational flexibility is a factor impacting on the life cycle and organizational activity. Based on this, the present study is con MoreOrganizational agility is one of the most important and discussed issues in the field of organizational management. On the other hand, organizational flexibility is a factor impacting on the life cycle and organizational activity. Based on this, the present study is conducted in order to investigate the relationship between organizational agility and organizational flexibility in higher education institutions within a case study of the employees of the Islamic Azad University, Bandar Abbas Branch. For this purpose, using cluster sampling method 159 employees of the mentioned university were selected and studied. Data collection tool is a standardized questionnaire based on existing scientific backgrounds that is collected, compiled and modified. Then, its validity and reliability is examined. Data analysis and the research hypotheses’ test is done through factor analysis and structural equations using Smart PLS software. The results of the study revealed that there is a positive and significant relationship between the two variables of organizational agility and employee flexibility. Accordingly, it can be suggested that to increase the rate of organizational flexibility, organizational agility should be improved. Manuscript profile -
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138 - Liquidity Shock, Financial Flexibility and Dividends adjustment speed in Tehran Stock Exchange
Esfandiar Malekian Maryam Ghorbani Seyyed Morteza NabavianAbstract The present study examines the relationship between marginal value of cash and unused debt capacity on the dividend’s adjustment speed, considering the role of Liquidity shock moderation. In order to measure the dividends adjustment speed, which is a ben MoreAbstract The present study examines the relationship between marginal value of cash and unused debt capacity on the dividend’s adjustment speed, considering the role of Liquidity shock moderation. In order to measure the dividends adjustment speed, which is a benchmark for dividend smoothing, the rolling window regressions based on the Lintner model was used Dijang et al and Faulkender and Wang method is applied for measuring the marginal value of cash and unused debt capacity, which is an indicator for measuring financial flexibility. According to the research constraints, 105 companies listed in Tehran Stock Exchange during the period of 2011-2020 have been investigated. The Research's findings show that the marginal value of cash and unused debt capacity does not have a significant effect on the dividend’s adjustment speed. Also, the Liquidity shock has no effect on the relationship between the marginal value of cash and unused debt capacity on the dividend’s adjustment speed. According to the results, in justifying the positive relationship between the Marginal Value of Cash and the Dividends adjustment speed, it can be said that any Firm with a higher Financial Flexibility would face a lower overall risk and improve managers' performance when using Growth and investment opportunities, and ultimately, their Dividend Smoothing is higher. Also, in justifying the negative relationship between Unused Debt Capacity and the Dividends adjustment speed, it can be said that any Firm with a higher Unused Debt Capacity has a lower Dividend Smoothing. Manuscript profile -
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139 - ارائه مدل اندازهگیری انعطافپذیری مالی متناسب با شرایط محیطی ایران (با تأکید بر نوع مؤلفهها)
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140 - The Effect of Social Identity and Flexibility on Audit Quality with Emphasis on the Stress Role
پرویز حق بین کیهان آزادی محمدرضا پورعلی لاکلایه محمود صمدی لرگانیAbstract The purpose of this paper was to investigate the effect of social identity and flexibility on audit quality with emphasis on the role of role stress moderator. The final sample used for this study includes 390 questionnaires collected from members of the Socie MoreAbstract The purpose of this paper was to investigate the effect of social identity and flexibility on audit quality with emphasis on the role of role stress moderator. The final sample used for this study includes 390 questionnaires collected from members of the Society of Certified Public Accountants. At the descriptive level of data analysis, mean and standard deviation statistics were used. In addition, the data were analyzed using SPSS and Smart PLS software through structural equation modeling. Findings showed that the variables of social identity and auditor flexibility have a positive and significant effect on auditor quality. Also, job stress variable has a negative and significant effect on audit quality. In addition, it was found that stress modulates the relationship between auditors' flexibility and audit quality but does not have a significant effect on the relationship between social identity and audit quality. The results also indicate that all six components of role loading, role inefficiency, role duality, role range, responsibility and physical environment have a positive and significant effect on job stress. Manuscript profile -
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141 - Causal model predicting marital infidelity based on attachment styles with the mediating role of cognitive flexibility in couples
Amir panahali kazem karimzadeh Khalil Esmaielpour Marziyeh Alivandi VafaThis research was conducted with the aim of developing a causal model for predicting marital infidelity based on attachment styles with the mediating role of cognitive flexibility in couples. The present research method is part of fundamental research in terms of its pu MoreThis research was conducted with the aim of developing a causal model for predicting marital infidelity based on attachment styles with the mediating role of cognitive flexibility in couples. The present research method is part of fundamental research in terms of its purpose, quantitative research in terms of its nature, and descriptive-correlational research in terms of implementation method, which was conducted in the form of non-experimental studies and with structural equation modeling method. The statistical population included all couples who had at least one experience of infidelity in virtual form, SMS or phone call and sexual intercourse in Khoi city in the first six months of 1401. According to the rule of thumb, 480 people were selected by purposive sampling method for each observed variable. In order to collect information from the marital infidelity questionnaires of Yenisari and Kokdemir (2006), spouses' attachment styles (1991) and cognitive flexibility of Dennis and Vanderwaal (2010) was used. Data analysis was done using descriptive statistics and structural equation modeling using SPSS27 and AMOS24 software. The results showed that the research model fits the collected data. There is a negative relationship between secure and rejecting attachment styles with marital infidelity, and there is a positive relationship between fearful and preoccupied attachment styles with marital infidelity. Likewise, the mediating role of flexibility in the relationship between busyness and marital infidelity was confirmed. Manuscript profile -
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142 - Flexible Scheduling of Active Distribution Networks for Market Participation with Considering DGs Availability
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143 - Flexibility Enhancement of Energy Delivery Systems through Smart Operation of Micro Energy Hub
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144 - The impact of financial flexibility on capital structure decisions with Using Brian Clark and Farkland and Wang
Ali Najafi moghadamIn the present study attempts to explore the relationship between the cash value (financial flexibility) and financial leverage (capital structure) examined the impact of flexibility was studied capital structure decisions.Terms of increase or decrease in the past years MoreIn the present study attempts to explore the relationship between the cash value (financial flexibility) and financial leverage (capital structure) examined the impact of flexibility was studied capital structure decisions.Terms of increase or decrease in the past years. And we can conclude that this hypothesis can not be confirmed based on Brian Clark. But Fvlkandr model and Wang demonstrated that financial flexibility and leverage in recent years, and this year there was a significant relationship According to Clark 2011 match. When the final value of financial flexibility is high, the influence of variables (eg, interest, depreciation and amortization expense, fixed assets, etc.), the leverage will be of little importance and little visible change in their leverage. Companies that have high marginal value of financial flexibility are inclined to maintain the current period debt capacity significantly, it is likely that in the near future, but a deliberate attempt to temporary deviations from their target leverage ratios. Manuscript profile -
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145 - Investigating the Effect of Real Options Resulting from investment opportunities on Stock Return
mostafa Heydari HaratemehIn this study, evidence is presented that shows the positive stock return-volatility relationship at the firm level is due to firm's real options. In the real options theory, it can be deduced: A) that the positive stock return-volatility MoreIn this study, evidence is presented that shows the positive stock return-volatility relationship at the firm level is due to firm's real options. In the real options theory, it can be deduced: A) that the positive stock return-volatility at the firm level for those firms with more real options is much stronger and that the level of the sensitivity of the firm's stock return in response to the changes in the stock return volatility is significantly reduced due to the use of real options. B) that the positive relationship between stock return and return volatility at the firm level for companies that have investment opportunities are stronger. While, this relationship for asset-based companies is weaker. In other words, the return – volatility relationship is stronger for newly established companies, small companies, companies with modern research and development and finally companies with high growth rates. C) that, the relationship between return – volatility for companies that have fewer restrictions and greater capabilities to better respond to uncertain demands (greater flexibility) are much stronger. In the real options models, managerial flexibility leads to greater firm's value convexity function. Manuscript profile -
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146 - The Role of Enterprise Resource Planning Systems (ERP) in Organizational Productivity Case Study: Tabriz Tractor Manufacturing Company
batool zareieAbstract Enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems integrate all business recording and reporting processes into one single management information system. ERP systems require a great degree of coordination and complex technological infrastructure within a firm. ERP sys MoreAbstract Enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems integrate all business recording and reporting processes into one single management information system. ERP systems require a great degree of coordination and complex technological infrastructure within a firm. ERP systems are described as computer-based information systems designed to facilitate an organization’s transactions, integrate and planning real-time, production and response to the customer. Organizations implement ERP to improve operational efficiency and effectiveness of their business. Though, some of them faile to apply it properly and acheive desirable productivity level. In this paper, the literature and ERP features reviewed using existing theoretical studies. A model and framework provided for assessing the impact of ERP systems on productivity of organization. The Cronbach’s coefficient of each variable and compiste reliability (CR) were greater than 0.8. Aslo the average variance extracted (AVE) values were greater than 0.5. The three conditions of this study were coincident with good convergent validity. Findings from the study confirmed the validity of the proposed model and acceptance of all the hypothesis. Manuscript profile -
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147 - The effect of addition of aluminum and titanium alloy Tghyyrshklgrm behavior Aynvar
Amir Pahlavani Seyed Mehdi Abbasi Maryam Morakabati Rashid MahdaviPzyrygrm flexible base alloy Fe-36Ni in the cast condition and the presence 05/0 and 04/0 wt% wt% aluminum, titanium in the temperature range ° C1150-850 with strain rate s-101/0 were studied. Microstructural studies showed that the addition of aluminum, aluminum-co MorePzyrygrm flexible base alloy Fe-36Ni in the cast condition and the presence 05/0 and 04/0 wt% wt% aluminum, titanium in the temperature range ° C1150-850 with strain rate s-101/0 were studied. Microstructural studies showed that the addition of aluminum, aluminum-containing deposits such as aluminum oxide structure significantly increases. This strain has been focusing deposits suitable locations, as well as Qflshdn grain boundaries that are leading to the loss of flexibility. Titanic also formed deposits of titanium dioxide and titanium nitride grain size reduction and enhanced flexibility Pzyrygrm. Manuscript profile -
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148 - Comparison the effect of different warm up methods on squash players function: A randomized crossover trial
Soheila Heydarzadi Lida Moradi Aliasghar RavasiBackground: Warmup is a main section of each training program and is necessary for better performance and decrease chance of sport injuries. Many warmup methods used with athletes and their effects are challenge full. Squash players use different warmup methods like oth MoreBackground: Warmup is a main section of each training program and is necessary for better performance and decrease chance of sport injuries. Many warmup methods used with athletes and their effects are challenge full. Squash players use different warmup methods like other athletes. Muscular power, anaerobic power and flexibility are important factors for performance of squash players. On the other hand, there are conflict in previous researches about the effect of different warmup methods on performance. Thus the propose of this study was evaluating the effect of static stretch, proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF) and whole body vibration on muscular power, anaerobic power and flexibility of squash players. Methods: Nine squash players randomly assigned in three groups and took three warmup methods on three weeks. Wash out period was one week. After each session, all variables were measured. One way ANOVA was used to detect differences between groups.Results: We couldn’t find any significant differences between groups in vertical jump, sit and reach and mean power tests.Conclusion: It seems that there is not difference between the effect of whole body vibration, static stretch and PNF on our variables. Manuscript profile -
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149 - The Impact of Participative Strategic Planning, Strategic Flexibility and Change-Oriented Organizational Citizenship Behavior on Strategy Implementation
Mehdi Ebrahimi Nejad bahram jabarzadeh carbasiBy increasing the level of environmental change, strategic planning and it’s correct and accurate implementation considered by the researchers, as a useful solution for maintaining competitive position and continuing the life of the organization. According to the MoreBy increasing the level of environmental change, strategic planning and it’s correct and accurate implementation considered by the researchers, as a useful solution for maintaining competitive position and continuing the life of the organization. According to the belief of many experts, planning and successful implementation of strategies requires the participation of all levels of the organization so that without their cooperation achieving this goal will face with numerous challenges. On the other hand, strategic flexibility and change-oriented organizational citizenship behavior are among the factors that play a significant role in strategy implementation. Accordingly, the purpose of this paper is to examine the effect of participative strategic planning, change-oriented organizational citizenship behavior, and strategic flexibility on the implementation of strategy in the small and medium sized industries. The research is a survey and the statistic sample is 243 employees and executives working in companies based in Kerman industrial areas and questionnaire was used for data collection. For data analysis, structural equation modeling method and AMOS software were used. Findings indicate that the participative strategic planning has a significant positive impact on strategic flexibility, change-oriented organizational citizenship behavior and strategy implementation. Findings also showed that strategic flexibility and change-oriented organizational citizenship behavior can lead to successful implementation of the strategy Manuscript profile -
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150 - The Casual Relationship of Strategic Alliance, Human Resource Flexibility and Sources of Organizational Conflict with Competitive Advantages in the Sport Industry Products
bahman shahriary abbas khodayari ali zareeAbstractThe purpose of this study was to design a structural equation model for causal relationship of strategic alliance, human resource flexibility, and sources of organizational conflict with competitive advantages in the industry of sports production. The method of MoreAbstractThe purpose of this study was to design a structural equation model for causal relationship of strategic alliance, human resource flexibility, and sources of organizational conflict with competitive advantages in the industry of sports production. The method of this study was descriptive causal, which was conducted by survey method. Participants in this study included 306 owners, managers, marketing managers, and sales managers of sports production units in Tehran city. For data collection, four questionnaires were used to get the specific data which were the Strategic Alliance (r=0.88), Competitive Advantage (r=0.88), Organizational Conflict Resources (r=0.89), and Human Resource Flexibility (r=0.86). After confirming the validity and reliability of the questionnaires, these questionnaires were distributed among the participants. In addition, structural equation modeling was used to analyze the data. The results showed that strategic alliance significantly has a direct effect on the two components of human resource flexibility (0.27) and sources of organizational conflict (0.34). Moreover, organizational conflict resources significantly have a negative effect on human resource flexibility (-0.47). Furthermore, human resource flexibility has the greatest impact on competitive advantage (0.62). This coefficient is the sum of the indirect effects of strategic alliance and sources of organizational conflict, as well as the direct effect of human resource flexibility on competitive advantage. The following conclusion can be drawn from the present study that the management of the different companies of sports production enters the trade unions with full confidence, to take into account the issues within the organization, such as cost-effectiveness and time, which create a competitive advantage. Consequently, they can turn a competitive advantage from an impermanence competitive advantage to sustainable competitive advantage. Manuscript profile -
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151 - The Relationship between Philosophic-Mindedness and Creativity among Faculty Members of IAU Zanjan Branch
Fariba Damerchili Abdolhossein RasoulnejadAbstract This study aimed at investigating the relationship between philosophic-mindedness (measured as comprehensiveness, penetration, and flexibility) and degree of creativity among faculty members of Islamic Azad University (IAU), Zanjan Branch. The population of the MoreAbstract This study aimed at investigating the relationship between philosophic-mindedness (measured as comprehensiveness, penetration, and flexibility) and degree of creativity among faculty members of Islamic Azad University (IAU), Zanjan Branch. The population of the study was comprised of 440, out of which 210 were selected using stratified random sampling. Data were collected administering creativity and philosophic-mindedness questionnaire with validity indices of 0.81 and 0.80 respectively. Both descriptive and inferential statistics indices were applied to analyze the data. The findings of the study indicate that there is a significant relationship between philosophic-mindedness and the degree of creativity of the faculty members (p< 0.01). Also, there exist significant relationships between three indices of comprehensiveness, penetration, flexibility and degree of creativity. Applying t test, no significant relationship is found between philosophic-mindedness and the degree of creativity of the faculty members in humanities and basic sciences. Moreover, there is no significant relationship between male and female professors regarding their creativity (p< 0.05), whereas regarding their level of philosophic-mindedness, male exceeded female. Taking the indices of philosophic-mindedness into account, penetration shows a gender difference. That is, male professors present a more significant level of penetration than female while both were similar regarding other indices of comprehensiveness and flexibility. Manuscript profile -
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152 - The Relationship between Philosophic-Mindedness and Creativity among Faculty Members of IAU Zanjan Branch
Faranak Mousavi Hassan Pashasharifi Abstract This study aimed at investigating the relationship between philosophic-mindedness (measured as comprehensiveness, penetration, and flexibility) and degree of creativity among faculty members of Islamic Azad University (IAU), Zanjan Branch. The populati More Abstract This study aimed at investigating the relationship between philosophic-mindedness (measured as comprehensiveness, penetration, and flexibility) and degree of creativity among faculty members of Islamic Azad University (IAU), Zanjan Branch. The population of the study was comprised of 440, out of which 210 were selected using stratified random sampling. Data were collected administering creativity and philosophic-mindedness questionnaire with validity indices of 0.81 and 0.80 respectively. Both descriptive and inferential statistics indices were applied to analyze the data. The findings of the study indicate that there is a significant relationship between philosophic-mindedness and the degree of creativity of the faculty members (p< 0.01). Also, there exist significant relationships between three indices of comprehensiveness, penetration, flexibility and degree of creativity. Applying t test, no significant relationship is found between philosophic-mindedness and the degree of creativity of the faculty members in humanities and basic sciences. Moreover, there is no significant relationship between male and female professors regarding their creativity (p< 0.05), whereas regarding their level of philosophic-mindedness, male exceeded female. Taking the indices of philosophic-mindedness into account, penetration shows a gender difference. That is, male professors present a more significant level of penetration than female while both were similar regarding other indices of comprehensiveness and flexibility. Manuscript profile -
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153 - The Relationship between Entrepreneurship and Creativity with the Level of Education in Employees of Science and Technology Parks in Shiraz
Seyed Ali Shamsniya Ebadellah Ahmadi Mohammad Afsharof the high importance of creativity and entrepreneurship, the present study explored this subject. According to the scope of this research and the method of studying the questions, the method of research was a description of correlation, and the target population invol Moreof the high importance of creativity and entrepreneurship, the present study explored this subject. According to the scope of this research and the method of studying the questions, the method of research was a description of correlation, and the target population involved about 400 employees of science and technology parks of Shiraz, 70 of whom were selected as samples by Cochrane formula. The random selection method is simple and due to these points, the questionnaire for evaluating specifications of the entrepreneurs with consistency and justifiability of 87%, and the questionnaire for evaluating creativity with consistency and justifiability of 84% were distributed among the employees of science and technology parks of Shiraz. After gathering data, they were analyzed by SPSS software. In this research, descriptive charts of absolute abundance, abundance percentage, central index (mean), standard deviation, different types of diagrams, linear regression, and correlation test were used. The results showed that there is a significant relation between entrepreneurship and creativity, and this relation is linear and direct. Furthermore, it was found that there is a significant relation between these two and the level of education, and the employees with higher education have more creativity and sense of entrepreneurship. Other results showed that there is a positive correlation between the four dimensions of creativity (fluidity, flexibility, innovation, and expansion) and entrepreneurship. Manuscript profile -
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154 - The amount of flexibility in philosophical thought gifted students (Case study: third year high school students in Zahedan)
Naser Zoraghi Ezatolah Naderi Maryam Naraghi Mohammad ChalajourThis study examines The flexibility in philosophical thought in third grade gifted students in Zahedan on Smith's theory is philosophical mindset. Study of the nature and method is descriptive survey. The study sample of 360 students in third grade gifted Zahedan is the MoreThis study examines The flexibility in philosophical thought in third grade gifted students in Zahedan on Smith's theory is philosophical mindset. Study of the nature and method is descriptive survey. The study sample of 360 students in third grade gifted Zahedan is the theoretical academic year 94-93 That a total of 180 random cluster sampling were selected as sample. Standard Instrument philosophical mindset Komeili (1381) is The validity and reliability study by experts confirmed using Cronbach's alpha was calculated at 97/0. The findings show that in all four instances the attention of Smith, (Release of psychological rigor, the value of opinion polls and opinions Regardless of their source, see issues with multiple directions and patience in the interim judgments are in good condition and have achieved flexibility in their thinking. Manuscript profile -
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155 - The Study of psychometric properties of Work-related Acceptance and Action Questionnaire in university’s staffs
mohammad sadegh sarizadeh Parviz Sabahi Fatemeh AkbariAbstractProper evaluation of psychological flexibility in various tissues can be strongly correlated with the variables associated with that tissue. Therefore, aim of current study was the Study of psychometric properties of the Persian version of Work-related Acceptanc MoreAbstractProper evaluation of psychological flexibility in various tissues can be strongly correlated with the variables associated with that tissue. Therefore, aim of current study was the Study of psychometric properties of the Persian version of Work-related Acceptance and Action Questionnaire in the staff of Semnan University in 2018. The statistical population of the study was the included all employees of Semnan University in 2018. Based on the criteria for entering the study and with using multi-stage cluster sampling, 241 people were selected. The original questionnaire was translated from English to Persian by method of Backward-Forward. To evaluate the psychometric properties of the questionnaire, exploratory and confirmatory factor analysis using SPSS and Lisrel softwares were used. The results of this study showed that this questionnaire, like the original version, is a one-factor questionnaire. The Cronbach's alpha coefficient of the questionnaire was 0.871 for the whole questionnaire. Based on the results, it seems that Persian version of Work-related Acceptance and Action Questionnaire is the appropriate to evaluate the psychological flexibility in the job context. Manuscript profile -
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156 - The effectiveness of cognitive behavior therapy on cognitive flexibility of depressed people
Mozhghan Fazeli Parvin Ehteshamzadeh Seyyed Esmali HashemiIn cognitive flexibility theory, mental health is considered to be an acceptance of self’s internal and external environments, self-acceptance and commitment to activities which are consistent in terms of value. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effect MoreIn cognitive flexibility theory, mental health is considered to be an acceptance of self’s internal and external environments, self-acceptance and commitment to activities which are consistent in terms of value. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness of cognitive behavior therapy on cognitive flexibility of depressed people. To this end, during the pre-test and post-test, in a semi-experimental study with a control group, 37 students of Ahvaz University who had mild symptoms of depression were selected using purposive sampling. They were randomly divided into two groups of control and experiment (21 patients in the experimental group and 16 patients in the control group). The groups were tested both at the beginning and at the end of the study, in terms of depression and cognitive flexibility. The experimental group underwent cognitive behavioral group therapy for two months (8 sessions of 90 minutes each). Mankva analysis indicated that cognitive behavioral therapy is effective on increasing cognitive flexibility and this effect continues until the follow up stage. It seems that using cognitive-behavioral techniques and exercises, we can increase flexibility and eventually improve mood. Manuscript profile -
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157 - Prediction of coronavirus anxiety based on cognitive flexibility and self-differentiation in patients with obsessive-compulsive disorder
shiva rahimzadegan Akbar atadokhtWith the advent of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), the lives and health of millions of people have been threatened. The epidemic n MoreWith the advent of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), the lives and health of millions of people have been threatened. The epidemic not only leads to high rates of death toll from viral infections, but has also led to the spread of psychological health problems throughout the world. Uncertainty and unpredictability of the outbreak of an infectious disease has a high potential for psychological fear of the disease transmission. The aim of the present research was to predict the coronavirus anxiety in people with obsessive-compulsive disorder based on cognitive flexibility and self-differentiation. For this purpose, in a correlational descriptive research, 86 people with obsessive-compulsive disorder referring to counseling centers in Urmia sity in 2021 were selected by available sampling method and were evaluated in terms of coronavirus anxiety, cognitive flexibility and self-differentiation. The results of multiple regression analysis showed that there is a significant negative relationship between coronavirus anxiety, cognitive flexibility and self-differentiation in patients with obsessive-compulsive disorder and cognitive flexibility and self-differentiation negatively predict the coronavirus anxiety. This research indicates the importance of protective role of the cognitive flexibility and self-differentiation variables against the anxiety caused by the outbreak of coronavirus Manuscript profile -
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158 - Comparison of effectiveness acceptance commitment therapy and metacognitive therapy on hopefulness and flexibility of patients suffering from irritable bowel syndrome
sarah pashang Biuk Tajeri Anis Khosh lahjehIrritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common disorder that causes abdominal pain, bloating, and stomach upset, and accompany with some problems like anxiety disorders, depression disorders and psychosomatic disorders. The aim of this study was comparison of effectiveness MoreIrritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common disorder that causes abdominal pain, bloating, and stomach upset, and accompany with some problems like anxiety disorders, depression disorders and psychosomatic disorders. The aim of this study was comparison of effectiveness of Acceptance commitment therapy and Meta cognition therapy on flexibility and hopefulness of patients suffering from irritable bowel syndrome. For this purpose, in a semi-experimental research with control group, and pre-test, post-test and follow up design, 30 woman patients who were suffering from Irritable bowel syndrome selected in available sampling from Pharmaceutical sciences University and Rasoole Akram Hospital and sited randomly in three groups of meta cognition, acceptance commitment therapy and control group. The experimental groups received eight nighty minutes the therapeutic plans of metacognition and acceptance commitment therapy. The results of mixed variance analysis showed that both of therapeutic plans increased the same, hopefulness of patients suffering from irritable bowel syndrome but, metacognition was more effective than acceptance commitment therapy on flexibility of patients. Since demonstration of change in biological and psychosocial factors of these patients is effective on irritable bowel syndrome, so the components of flexibility and hopefulness should be considered to promote the healthy of these patients. Manuscript profile -
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159 - The relationship components of meta-worry, rumination and psychological flexibility with obsessive-compulsive spectrum disorders
Zahra Alikhani mojtaba amirimajdWorry, negative beliefs, rumination and flexibility are important topics in the phenomenon of obsessive-compulsive disorder. Worries are usually activated as a coping strategy in response to the disturbing thoughts. When negative beliefs are activated, a worried person MoreWorry, negative beliefs, rumination and flexibility are important topics in the phenomenon of obsessive-compulsive disorder. Worries are usually activated as a coping strategy in response to the disturbing thoughts. When negative beliefs are activated, a worried person evaluated a thought in a negative manner that is worried about worry. Rumination is similar to worry, with the difference that rumination focuses on the bad feelings of past experiences. The purpose of this research is to investigate the relationship between the components of meta-worry, mental rumination and mental flexibility with obsessive spectrum disorder. For this aim, in the descriptive - correlation research among all staff of Medical Sciences University of Qazvin, 76 people were selected by convenience sampling method and were tested in terms of mental rumination, contemplation, mindfulness, obsessive-compulsive, custodial, muscular, skin manipulation and practical obsessive-compulsive skills. According to multiple correlation analysis method (focal correlation) and multiple regression, there is a significant relationship between component of meta-worry, mental rumination and mental flexibility with obsessive-compulsive disorder and meta-worry component with obsessive compulsive and body deformity. It is suggested that therapists and specialist with educational programs that involve modifying and changing the meta-cognitive beliefs ineffective will result in the emergence and continuation of obsessive-compulsive behaviors in other obsessive-compulsive disorders that are seriously related to psychological, familial, social and economic harm. Followed, prevented. Manuscript profile -
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160 - The effectiveness of coping strategies on flexibility of action and health of female students
Parishad Gandom Kar Farah Naderi Karim SavariCoping skills is an important component of health and it is how a human reacts when faced with problems of life. That is why it is linked to the flexibility of action and health. The aim of the current research is to study the effectiveness of coping strategies training MoreCoping skills is an important component of health and it is how a human reacts when faced with problems of life. That is why it is linked to the flexibility of action and health. The aim of the current research is to study the effectiveness of coping strategies training on the flexibility of action and health of female pupils. Therefore, during a semi-experimental study using a pretest – post-test along with the control group, 42 female students in Abadan city were selected using multi-stage random sampling. They were tested regarding flexibility of action and health. Then, training the coping strategies was presented to the experiment group in 8 sessions for duration of 90 minutes. Again both groups were assessed regarding flexibility of action and health. The results of covariance analysis indicated that learning coping strategies effected flexibility of action and health of pupils and induced improvement on it. The result of the follow-up test in both the experiment and control groups indicated the persistence of these effects. Thus, it can be said that training the coping strategies can teach the ability to cope with pressure, tolerance of threat, internal and external pressure and techniques to keep calm in threatening situations and increase the threshold of tolerance when faced with threats and pressures. Manuscript profile -
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161 - Effectiveness of behavioral activation treatment on asymmetry of alpha EEG in frontal lobe, cognitive flexibility and selective attention in patients suffering from depressive disorder
sarvin ansarhossein Abbas Abolghasemi niloofar mikaeili nader hajlooDepression is applied to a wide domain of problems related to mental health that is revealed with lack of positive emotion, low mood, and a range of emotional, cognitive, physical and behavioral symptoms. This research aims to study the effectiveness of behavioral activ MoreDepression is applied to a wide domain of problems related to mental health that is revealed with lack of positive emotion, low mood, and a range of emotional, cognitive, physical and behavioral symptoms. This research aims to study the effectiveness of behavioral activation treatment on asymmetry of alpha EEG in frontal lobe, cognitive flexibility and selective attention in patients suffering from depressive disorder. For this purpose, in a semi-experimental research with the multi-group pretest-posttest design and follow-up with control group, 30 persons were selected based as convenience samples using random sampling and placed in two test and control groups, from among clients of medical clinic of Tabriz that received the diagnosis of depressive disorder. Neurofeedback equipment of Canadian Technology Thought Company, model Procomp 2 was used for assessment of asymmetry of alpha in frontal lobe, before and after completion of behavioral activation treatment for measuring the effectiveness of this therapy on amendment of alpha asymmetry in frontal lobe. The test group received behavioral activation intervention for 8 weeks (1 therapy session per week). Analysis of multivariable covariance demonstrated that behavioral activation treatment results in increase of the activity of left sphere through reduction of alpha, F3 and reduction of cognitive flexibility and selective attention and reduction of the depression symptoms in test group. Behavioral activation treatment seems to be effective on improvement of cognitive flexibility and selective attention, and results in increase of the activity of left sphere, but has no effect on the improvement of cerebral alpha asymmetry. Manuscript profile -
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162 - Predicting Alexithymia based on Early Maladaptive Schemas and Perfectionism Mediating the Role of Cognitive Flexibility in Patients with Chronic Pain
Lily Vakilian MORTEZA TARKHAN Javad KhalatbariChronic Pain is a weakening condition which not only exposes the person suffering to stress due to pain, but also encounters him or her with continuous tension and influences various aspects of his or her life and disturb it. The aim of the study, was prediction of Alex MoreChronic Pain is a weakening condition which not only exposes the person suffering to stress due to pain, but also encounters him or her with continuous tension and influences various aspects of his or her life and disturb it. The aim of the study, was prediction of Alexithymia based on early Maladaptive Schemas and Perfectionism with the Mediating role of Cognitive Flexibility in people with Chronic Pain. For this purpose, from the patients with Chronic Patients who have referred to Tehran hospitals, 300 people were chosen be convenience sampling and assessed regarding Alexithymia, Early Maladaptive Schemas, Perfectionism, and cognitive flexibility. Results of route analysis showed Cognitive Flexibility with the rate of 0.23 has negative effect on Alexithymia (p < 0.05). Among the areas of early Maladaptive Schemas, only the area of disrupted limitations in explanation of Alexithymia variance has 0.13 positive effect (p < 0.01). Another finding of the study showed that Maladaptive Perfectionism has the rate of -0.279 effect in explanation variance of Alexithymia (p < 0.01); and Adaptive Perfectionism in explanation of Cognitive Flexibility variance, has effect with the rate of 0.139 (P < 0.05). Ultimately, indirect effect of Adaptive Perfectionism with the effect rate of -0.035 on Alexithymia through Cognitive Flexibility is meaningful (P < 0.05). Manuscript profile -
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163 - Challenges and Integrative Treatment Models Based on Acceptance and Commitment in social anxiety disorder
Hamid Asadi Masoud Mohammadi Qasim Naziri,Difficulty in regulating emotional excitement and anxiety sensitivity are two key factors in social anxiety disorder. In examining the underlying mechanisms of the disorder, the researchers concluded that avoiding experiencing emotions, thoughts, and moving away from va MoreDifficulty in regulating emotional excitement and anxiety sensitivity are two key factors in social anxiety disorder. In examining the underlying mechanisms of the disorder, the researchers concluded that avoiding experiencing emotions, thoughts, and moving away from valuable life goals, strengthens the psychological inflexibility of the social context and behavioral functions of therapists. The aim of this study was to review the hexagonal model of psychological flexibility, compassion-based therapy, functional analytical psychotherapy and matrix therapy for acceptance and commitment to social anxiety disorder and other anxiety disorders. For this purpose, in a review study, published articles on the treatment of social anxiety disorder were reviewed in Scopus databases from 1997 to 2019. What seems to be the model of treatment of acceptance and commitment and compassion therapy is effective in reducing social anxiety disorder. The results of this study support the difficulty of regulating emotional excitement and anxiety sensitivity in social anxiety disorder. It seems that avoiding experiencing emotions, thoughts, and moving away from the valuable goals of life, strengthens the psychological flexibility in the social context and behavioral functions of therapists. Manuscript profile -
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164 - Explaining the Ratio of Flexibility and Personalization in Design Software
Asieh Ostadi Kaveh Bazrafkan MohamadMahdi GhiaeeThe development and evolution of architectural design software have always impacted the quality of architectural work. Flexible software in architectural design has exacerbated architects' undeniable need for this software. The purpose of this study is to study the flex MoreThe development and evolution of architectural design software have always impacted the quality of architectural work. Flexible software in architectural design has exacerbated architects' undeniable need for this software. The purpose of this study is to study the flexibility of architectural design software in the process of personalizing architectural designs in architectural design software. The present study has been used to analyze the flexibility of AutoCAD, Archi-CAD, Revit, Sketchup, 3Ds Max, and V-Ray software and their impact on the process of personalization of architectural designs. The data collection method is library and field studies with interview and survey tools. The results of this study show that, among architectural design software, AutoCAD software has the least amount of flexibility and the least impact on the personalization of designs. 3Ds Max and V Ray software have the most flexibility and the most impact on the personalization of designs in the architectural design process. Also, Sketchup and Archicad software have a moderate degree of flexibility and a moderate effect on the personalization of designs in the architectural design process. Therefore, it can be concluded that the greater the flexibility of architectural design in the process of architectural design, the greater the degree of personalization of designs, from the idea to the final design. Manuscript profile -
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165 - The effectiveness of emotional self-efficacy on emotional relationship and action acceptance in couples
Razieh Beigi Alireza Lotfi nokabadiTrying to improve the acceptance of action and maintaining the emotional relationship can improve the married life of couples, which makes the application of psychological models. Therefore, the current research was conducted with the aim of investigating the effectiven MoreTrying to improve the acceptance of action and maintaining the emotional relationship can improve the married life of couples, which makes the application of psychological models. Therefore, the current research was conducted with the aim of investigating the effectiveness of emotional efficiency on emotional self and action comprehensibility in couples. The research method was semi-experimental with a pre-test-post-test design with a control group. The second study was conducted on couples who referred to family counseling centers in Isfahan in the middle of 2023. From the mentioned society, 30 couples were selected in a purposeful way and randomly assigned to two experimental and control groups. The pre-test was done through Diener et al.'s affect balance scale (2010) and Connor and Davidson's action flexibility questionnaire (2003). In the next stage, the experimental group underwent 8 weekly 90-minute emotional self-efficacy sessions. The control group was on the waiting list during this time. After the sessions, the post-test was administered. The data were analyzed by univariate and multivariate covariance analysis using SPSS software version 22. The results showed that the average difference between the two groups in emotional balance and action flexibility scores is significant (p<0.05). Therefore, specialists can benefit from emotional self-efficacy therapy in order to improve emotional balance and action flexibility in couples Manuscript profile
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