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Introduction: The guiding principle of correctional philosophy is the rehabilitation and reintegration of offenders into society. This approach emphasizes the importance of human dignity and addresses the social and behavioral needs of incarcerated individuals with the ultimate goal of helping them successfully return to normal life. However, the question remains - how, and by whom, can social acceptance and moral/cultural rehabilitation be facilitated within the prison environment? Prison staff and guards, through their continuous and direct interactions with incarcerated women, are uniquely positioned to guide these individuals towards progress and distance them from criminal behaviors. Incarcerated women possess diverse personal, family, criminal, and conviction histories, and prison staff can leverage constructive elements within these backgrounds to work towards improvement and reform. Therefore, the primary aim of this research was to explore the rehabilitative actions and approaches taken by prison employees in their interactions with incarcerated women, from the moment of entry to the point of release. This study sought to understand the specific reformative measures implemented by staff and how these efforts impacted the lived experiences of the incarcerated population. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Introduction This research took an interdisciplinary approach to the literature on sanctions. It examined the reasons for sanctions, as well as the effects and consequences of sanctions in general with a focus on anti-Iranian sanctions. The research aimed to represent and analyze the behaviors of the components within the digital network of sanctions. Iranian Twitter users were the target community for this article. However, the digital social reality of sanctions on Twitter was the result of all users who thought about, acted on, and were concerned with Iran sanctions. As a widely used social network where political news and interactions were frequently expressed and trending, Twitter was the most important community for investigating Iran sanctions. This was because those who imposed sanctions, as well as their defenders and opponents, were all present on this platform. As a result, a debate was unfolding on Twitter. Users on Twitter reproduced and redefined sanctions as an intertextual phenomenon, reintroducing it into the cycle of social reality production in the form of informal but impactful propositions. In general, the researchers in this study were aiming to conduct a big data analysis of the reactions and responses of activists within the Twitter space. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Introduction Family caregivers play a crucial role in elderly care worldwide, with approximately 80% of the elderly receiving care from family members (Given et al., 1999). Historically, family members have been the primary support system for the elderly, especially during periods of physical decline. However, the growing elderly population and increasing life expectancy have placed disproportionate demands on both families and formal care infrastructures. A significant aspect of elderly care is the financial burden associated with medical expenses, which has become more pronounced in the current climate of inflation and economic instability. While extensive research on aging in Iran exists (Ahmadi et al., 2014; Parvai, 2019; Rezaie-Kahrodi, 2018; Zanjari, Sadeghi, and Delbari, 2018; Farhadi et al., 2015; Askarindooshan, Rouhani, and Abedidiznab, 2018; Mohammadi, Dabaghi, and Yadavar Nikroosh, 2016; Razghi Nasrabad, 2014), social research on elderly care issues remains relatively limited (Kososheshi, 2010; Koosheshi, et al., 2013; Modiri and Koosheshi, 2021). Consequently, the challenges faced by family caregivers require further exploration. Understanding the process of elderly care and its impact on various aspects of caregivers' personal and family life can be a complex and multifaceted issue (Charalambous, 2023). Therefore, it is imperative to scientifically investigate the dimensions of social care, socio-economic characteristics of caregivers, and expectations and challenges they face within the socio-cultural framework of Iranian society. This study focused on the experiences and challenges of family caregivers providing elderly care in Yazd, Iran. It analyzed the financial and economic pressures on caregivers and examined how Iranian families manage these constraints based on a field study conducted in Yazd. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Introduction: In economic policy literature, privatization is often proposed as a solution to increase the productivity of state-owned enterprises, reduce their financial burden on the national budget, and empower the private sector. The rationale is that this would, in the long run, improve the business environment, drive GDP growth, and enhance socio-economic indicators for society. Evaluation of the results from implementing this policy in Iran and the underlying causes has long been contentious. This research aimed to provide a more realistic portrayal of the experiences and circumstances faced by those impacted by privatization in Iran's large state-owned companies in contrast to the dominant narrative promoted by those in power. Additionally, it sought to use these narratives to critically evaluate social policies and power dynamics. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Introduction Order in the realm of sports, particularly in team sports like football, volleyball, and basketball, plays a significant role in shaping the cultural landscape of society, particularly among teenagers and young adults (Nazari et al., 2018). Stadiums serve as prominent social arenas (Yildirim, 2017) where one can witness both order and discipline, alongside breaches of norms, various forms of violence, and chaos. Given the increasing significance of sports activities, especially football, in society, particularly among the younger generation, and recognizing that the factors contributing to anomalies and chaos in stadiums intersect with other social elements, such as media influence, the presence of unofficial spectator groups and fans, premeditated disturbances during matches, and ethnic inclinations, it is crucial to understand the key areas influencing abnormal behavior, violence, and aggression in sports settings and devise specialized measures for their control. As no prior research has explored the interrelationships between the variables influencing stadium chaos and the cause-and-effect dynamics among these variables, the aim of this study was to conduct a research synthesis of the effective factors in stadium chaos during matches using a sequential mixed approach (meta-synthesis- DEMATLE). "Social disorder" is one of the social factors influencing the occurrence of abnormal spectator behavior in sporting events (Elahi Menesh and Masoumi, 2017). Many sports spectators perceive collusion, cheating, disregard for the law, a win-at-all-costs mentality, and sensationalizing matches to attract more spectators as commonplace in sports environments, thereby undermining the importance of law and its observance. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Introduction: A value system encompasses the social priorities that shape individuals' goals, actions, and lifestyles. It determines how people behave in society, what objectives they pursue, and how they regulate their interactions. A cohesive and integrated value system within a society sets the stage for individual and social development. However, Iranian society has undergone rapid changes across all domains, including modernization, emergence of new communication and information technologies, growth of national and global mass media, forces of globalization, and other factors that have led to cultural and value transformations. Different groups and institutions have responded to these changes in their own distinct ways. Similar to global trends, young people in Iran are questioning established and traditional identities and values. They are actively seeking new values and striving to shape their own independent, engaged, and individualized identities. Values lie at the heart of their narratives and experiences, influencing their understanding and interpretation of the world. To comprehend this value orientation, interpretative approaches are necessary as they provide a deeper exploration of the underlying layers of meaning. Qualitative methods are better suited for such an understanding, enabling researchers to delve into the profound aspects of value orientation. In this study, we adopted an emic-interpretative approach to explore the value orientation of young people in the city of Yazd. Our aim was to understand the dominant values in their lives, explore the sources and contexts of their value orientation, and gain insights into how they define and pursue their values. By engaging with the experiences of young individuals, we sought to uncover the intricacies of their value systems and the strategies they employ in navigating their lives. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]