Search Results - "mediation effect"

Emerging environmental toxicants may jeopardise uric acid metabolism, but the associations between toxicants and gout risk remain unknown. This study aimed to comprehensively assess the associations of toxicants with gout and to investigate the mediated mechanisms. This cross-sectional study include...

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In the era of artificial intelligence (AI), tourism companies are leveraging AI to enhance their competitive advantage. Drawing on competition theory, this paper explores the relationships among AI application, innovation capability, organizational culture, and competitive advantage, and verifies th...

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Background Although the impact of ambient air pollution on mortality in cardiovascular and pulmonary diseases is well documented, its specific link to pulmonary arterial hypertension remains unclear. This study investigated the association between ambient particulate matter (PM) exposure and all‐cau...

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This study, based on a cross-sectional study of elderly individuals in Shanghai, explored the associations between mixed metal element exposure and mild cognitive impairment (MCI), as well as the mediating role of oxidative stress. We assessed MCI using the Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA) scale...

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BackgroundWhile frailty poses significant challenges in aging populations, evidence regarding gut microbiome-targeted nutritional strategies remains limited. The novel Dietary Index for Gut Microbiota (DI-GM), quantifying microbial-pertinent dietary patterns, provides a framework for personalized fr...

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Background: Cleft palate articulation disorder is the most common dysfunction in individuals with cleft lip and palate (CLP), significantly affecting communication and quality of life. Despite previous studies having examined structural and functional brain changes in CLP, age-related functional cha...

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Lingling Zhang,1,* Yongping Gao,1,* Limei Tang,2 Xuegang Zhao,3 Qiuge Qiao4 1Nursing Department, The Second Hospital of Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang, Hebei, People’s Republic of China; 2Department of Neurology, The Second Hospital of Hebei Medical University, Shijia...

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Objective: The principal aim of this inquiry was to clarify the effects of organizational silence on the organizational citizenship behaviors exhibited by employees, with a particular focus on the mediating role of positive leadership behaviors. Methods: A sample of 280 employees drawn from both gov...

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IntroductionProblematic internet use (PIU) has become a prevalent concern worldwide and is associated with increased aggression. However, the underlying effect of PIU on aggression remains unclear. In this study, we aimed to investigate the potential influence of reality social connectedness (RSC) o...

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The causal nature of sex hormone-binding globulin (SHBG) in the pathogenesis of stroke remains uncertain. We explored whether SHBG levels are causally associated with stroke via cardiometabolic traits. A network two-sample Mendelian randomization (MR) study was conducted to determine the mediating r...

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As a novel economic paradigm that drives high-quality economic development, the digital economy (DE) can potentially significantly enhance the utilization efficiency of ecological resources and improve human well-being. Based on panel data from 285 prefecture-level cities in China spanning 2011–2021...

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IntroductionExcessive academic stress is a significant factor influencing the mental health of Chinese adolescents. This study aimed to examine the relationship between physical activity and academic stress and explore the chain-mediated role of general self-efficacy and psychological resilience.Met...

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Purpose – This research study examines the impact of atmospheric cues, such as content, design, and navigation, on impulsive buying behavior, focusing on the mediating roles of utilitarian and hedonic browsing. Design/Methodology/Approach – The study utilized a quantitative method approach, employi...

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Objective To investigate the relationship between the geriatric nutritional risk index (GNRI) and cognitive function among the rural residents aged 60 and above in a county of Guangxi, and further analyze the mediating role of high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C) in this association. Methods...

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Due to the degree of exposure to activities carried out through digital channels, digital transformation is no longer an avoidable option for companies. However, being exposed to an eminently digital environment does not automatically make companies able to embrace the benefits of digitalisation....

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Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to test whether green subsidies, as an effective means of efficiently addressing positive production externalities, can effectively promote farmers’ low-carbon production transition. Design/methodology/approach – Based on the microsurvey data of 498 hog farmers...

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IntroductionUnderstanding mechanisms through which personality traits influence risk decision-making remains crucial in behavioral research. This study examined overconfidence as a mediator in personality-risk relationships, focusing on Extraversion and Negative Emotionality.MethodsWe recruited 110...

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Jobs–housing balance is a critical concern in urban planning and sustainable economic development. Urban rail transit, as a key determinant of employment and residential location decisions, plays a pivotal role in shaping jobs–housing dynamics. Beijing, the first Chinese city to develop a subway sys...

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Increasing farmers’ income and ensuring food security remain significant challenges in Pakistan’s agricultural sector. Social media adoption offers new opportunities for knowledge sharing, market access, and productivity gains; however, its impact on agricultural income remains underexplored. This s...

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Cong Peng,1 Yan Shen,1 Zhenyun Zhang,2 Hongqun Chen,3 Shasha Ye,4 Yuanyuan Li,1 Ying Zhang,1 Qingqing Ren1 1School of Education and Psychology, Hubei Engineering University, Xiaogan, People’s Republic of China; 2School of Computer and Information Science, Hubei Engineering University, Xiaogan, Peopl...

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