Research Article
Community Views and Myths on Women's Behavior and Traits Shaping Social Flexibility in Household Roles and Partnerships
Kinfe Kibebew*
Issue:
Volume 5, Issue 2, June 2025
Pages:
18-33
Received:
6 March 2025
Accepted:
11 April 2025
Published:
24 May 2025
Abstract: This study critically examined community perceptions and prevalent myths regarding women's behavioral and interpersonal qualities, juxtaposed with evidence-based traits that contributed to the success of partnerships and effective household management. The primary aim was to unravel the intricate interplay between societal expectations, individual attributes, and relationship dynamics. The research utilized surveys administered to a diverse sample of participants within a carefully selected study area, offering comprehensive insights into these social constructs. Findings revealed that community perceptions were profoundly shaped by physical appearance, with a marked preference for specific body types, which in turn significantly influenced women's self-esteem and behavioral patterns. Moreover, traits such as emotional intelligence, agreeableness, and adaptability emerged as key factors linked to the success of interpersonal relationships and the longevity of partnerships. These qualities were identified as critical in fostering effective communication and mutual respect, essential components of a thriving partnership. Advanced statistical techniques, including descriptive statistics, correlation coefficients, and regression models, were employed to rigorously analyze the relationships between the variables. The results demonstrated significant correlations, such as a strong relationship between physical appearance and self-esteem (r=0.65, P<0.01), and emotional intelligence’s positive influence on relationship satisfaction (β=0.67, P<0.01). These findings highlighted the substantial role that both community perceptions and individual behavioral traits played in shaping the dynamics of successful partnerships. The study suggested that cultural factors should be further explored, particularly in how they influenced societal perceptions. Additionally, future research was recommended to expand to incorporate male perspectives on these issues, providing a more holistic understanding of the factors influencing relationship success and household management.
Abstract: This study critically examined community perceptions and prevalent myths regarding women's behavioral and interpersonal qualities, juxtaposed with evidence-based traits that contributed to the success of partnerships and effective household management. The primary aim was to unravel the intricate interplay between societal expectations, individual ...
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Research Article
Factors Militating Against the Spread of Adventism in Onitsha
Ephraim Makuochukwu Ogugbuaja*,
Enoch Omijeh,
Sobalaje Adewuyi
Issue:
Volume 5, Issue 2, June 2025
Pages:
34-42
Received:
8 February 2025
Accepted:
22 February 2025
Published:
29 August 2025
DOI:
10.11648/j.ijps.20250502.12
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Abstract: The Seventh-day Adventist church is one of the protestant churches born out of the Millerite movement, imbibed on holistic Christian principles. The emergence of the church in Onitsha, Anambra state, Nigeria is an ambivalent history, however, oral history has it that the church had been in existence before 1954 but was unbeknownst until after the civil war of 1966-1970. Onitsha is one of the most populated cities in Nigeria and is considered the heart of Igbo Land from where the Christian Gospel penetrated all Igbo land; being religiously lucrative in nature and has most of the benefactors that can fuel the growth of any religious movement to a higher level, but in contrast, all these effects are absent as the church drains in membership and infrastructural growth. This study adopted the empirical research method; which relies on observation and particularly verifiable and visible facts, hence, the primary source comprises oral interviews and participant observation. Oral interviews were conducted with three (3) church pastors (past and present), four (4) local chiefs in Onitsha, two (2) church leaders and ten (10) youths (male and female). The secondary source includes books, journal articles and the internet. The data collected were analysed using a sociological approach which interprets the interaction and interplay between religion and society. The findings of the study present six tier factors acting as a deterrent to the spread of Adventism in Onitsha, which includes; sociocultural and socioeconomic factors, African Independent Churches, Pentecostalism, Catholicism and Administrative factors. The study, therefore, calls for a strong awakening of the church, as it educates them on these factors and proposes solutions to these issues.
Abstract: The Seventh-day Adventist church is one of the protestant churches born out of the Millerite movement, imbibed on holistic Christian principles. The emergence of the church in Onitsha, Anambra state, Nigeria is an ambivalent history, however, oral history has it that the church had been in existence before 1954 but was unbeknownst until after the c...
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