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This study aimed to determine the relationship between experiential avoidance and death anxiety, with the mediating role of meaning in life in elderly people living in nursing homes. The present descriptive-correlational study was conducted using structural equation modeling. The statistical population of this study was elderly people living in nursing homes in Rasht in 2024. 200 of them participated in this study using convenience sampling and responded to the Acceptance and Action Questionnaire (AAQ-II; Bond et al., 2007), the Death Anxiety Scale (DAS; Templer et al., 1971), and the Meaning of Life Questionnaire (MLQ; Steger et al., 2011). The data were analyzed using structural equation modeling. The findings showed that the proposed model had a good fit. Another finding showed that the direct effects of experiential avoidance and meaning in life on death anxiety were significant; also, the direct effect of experiential avoidance on meaning in life was significant (P<0.05); Also, the results of the bootstrap test showed that meaning in life had a mediating role in the relationship between experiential avoidance and death anxiety (P<0.05). The findings of this study indicate that experiential avoidance has a direct effect on death anxiety in the elderly through the mediating role of meaning in life.

In order to describe the biostratigraphy of the Late Cretaceous deposits of the Zagros basin in the southeast of the Lurestan area, a stratigraphic section of the Gurpi Formation selected in the Kabir-Kuh anticline (Sheikh-Makan section) and it was carefully sampled and studied. The thickness of the Gurpi Formation in this section is 179 meters, and in terms of lithology, it mainly consists of limestone, argillaceous limestone, marl, and shale, with two formal members of Seymareh and Imam-Hassan limestone. The lower and upper boundaries of the Gurpi Formation are conformable with Ilam and Pabdeh Formations, respectively, and the K/Pg boundary is located between the uppermost part of the shale of the Gurpi Formation (3.85 meters from the base of the Pabdeh Formation). Based on the planktonic foraminifera, 76 species belonging to 27 genera were identified, and 7 biozones belonging to the late Cretaceous, and 3 biozones belonging to the early Paleogene were introduced. Based on the identified biozones, the age of the Gurpi Formation is mid to late Early Campanian- Danian.

One of the services that has been significantly impacted by the ramifications of the COVID-19 pandemic is counseling and psychological services. Prior to the onset of this disease, individuals used to avail themselves of counseling and psychological services through in-person interactions. However, the current situation has faced a new reality, whereby the continuation of these services now relies on the utilization of remote communication tools. Consequently, both psychological education and services have undergone a notable transition towards non-face-to-face modalities. The objective of the current research was to examine the efficacy of online interventions for post-divorce adjustment on stress, anxiety, and quality of life among divorced individuals residing in Izeh in the year 2021. The present study utilized a quasi-experimental design with a pre-test and post-test approach, involving an intervention group and a control group. The target population for this research study included all divorced individuals residing in Izeh during the year 2021. The sample consisted of 24 female participants, divided into two groups of 12 individuals each (the first group receiving online interventions and the second group without any intervention) selected through purposive sampling. The intervention group was exposed to a 6-month online intervention program (based on the post-divorce adjustment online intervention protocol developed by Sadeghi, Goodarzi, and Karimi Sani, 2021) implemented through a mobile application, while the control group did not receive any interventions. The data collection instruments employed in this study encompassed the Cohen Perceived Stress Scale, the Beck Anxiety Inventory, and the Weir and Sherborn Quality of Life Questionnaire. The findings of the study demonstrated the efficacy of online interventions in promoting post-divorce adjustment by reducing perceived stress, alleviating anxiety, and enhancing overall quality of life among divorced individuals residing in Izeh. Consequently, this mobile application can be deemed a valuable tool during remote training sessions, aiding divorced individuals in their post-divorce adjustment journey.

This investigation aims to examine the available unconformity of the Late Alpine orogenic phases in the Lurestan sub-basin, with particular emphasis on the Baba Habib and Sultan anticlines. The disconformity occurs at the boundary between the Shahbazan and Asmari formations. Biostratigraphic examinations indicate that the Shahbazan Formation belonged to the middle to late Eocene, while the Asmari Formation is dated to the early Miocene. The investigated sections indicate prevalent marine deposits from the Late Eocene. According to research, the Late Alpine Orogenic phases had an exposure on this area of the Arabian Plate during the Late Eocene, as evidenced by the development of microkarst. Based on the amount of precipitation, the study area was located in a hot and humid climate zone.

An integrated analysis of subsurface data, encompassing seismic and well log information, serves as an effective approach for refining sequence stratigraphic interpretations and enhancing the understanding of oil fields. This method elucidates the connections between sedimentary sequences, facies, and reservoir characteristics, facilitating more precise predictions of facies distribution and the identification of hydrocarbon reservoirs. In this study, the deposits of the Kazhdumi Formation in a field located in the northwestern Persian Gulf were analyzed across three wells. To achieve a more detailed evaluation of the Kazhdumi Formation, seismic data were calibrated with well data using check shots. Following this calibration, seismic data interpretation was conducted according to sequence stratigraphy principles, focusing on seismic reflector terminations on seismic sections to delineate the sequence boundaries and elements within the Kazhdumi sequence. Seismic analysis revealed a single seismic sequence within the Kazhdumi Formation in the studied field. This sequence comprises several components: the base of the Dariyan Formation (lower sequence boundary), the base of the Maddud Formation (upper sequence boundary), the Borgun B Formation (lowstand systems tract), the Borgun A Formation (transgressive systems tract), the Dair limestone (overlying the maximum flooding surface), and the upper Kazhdumi along with a portion of the Madud member of the Sarvak Formation (highstand systems tract). The Kazhdumi sequence was mapped and interpreted on 2D seismic sections within the study field and adjacent areas. Subsequently, subsurface isochron maps were created by interpolating points between 2D seismic lines.

Understanding adipogenesis, the process of adipocyte development, may provide new insights to treat type II diabetes and related metabolic diseases. The present study investigates the effect of eight weeks of moderate-intensity continuous training and L-carnitine supplementation on Wnt10b protein expression related to visceral adipose tissue adipogenesis in streptozotocin (STZ)-induced diabetes in larg rats.

In an experimental clinical-intervention study, 50 large laboratory mice were divided into 5 equal groups of control (C), diabetic (D), supplemental diabetic (D + LC), diabetic with exercise (D + T), supplemental diabetic with exercise (D + LC + T). The training program consisted of three times a week for 30 minutes on a treadmill at a speed of 15 meters per minute. Five days a week, 30 mg/kg of L-carnitine was given through drinking water. Expression of Wnt10b protein at visceral fat was measured by western blot method. Data analysis was performed with one-way analysis of variance and Tukey's post hoc tests at a significant level (P< 0.05).

The results showed that the expression of Wnt10b protein, the Lipolysis inhibitory protein, in both (D+LC+T) groups and (D+T) decreased significantly (P< 0.001).

According to the results, it seems that MICT exercise with L-carnitine supplement and alone is more effective in decreasing the expression of protein associated with adipogenesis in visceral fat. However, a clear statement requires further research in this area.

Technological changes lead to the creation of new challenges and opportunities for various industries. The inability of companies to adapt their business model to these changes may even lead to their exit from the market. Therefore, it is very important to accurately evaluate the consequences of new technologies on the business models of various industries. Blockchain has been one of the most important technology trends in recent years. One of the industries that many experts believe will take major changes from blockchain technology is the banking industry. Considering the revolutionary impact that blockchain technology can have on the banking industry. Investigating the impact of this technology on the business model of the banking industry, which represents how to create, provide and acquire value in this industry, will be very important. The general purpose of this article is to present the strategic value creation model of blockchain technology in financial and banking fields. This research is applied in terms of purpose and exploratory in nature. This research was done in three parts, in the first part, the dimensions, components and indicators of the model were prepared from the metacombination approach. In the next step, fuzzy Delphi method was used to identify, evaluate, screen and localize the model. In the final part, Denep technique was used to analyze relationships and their effects. The first stage community including 73 articles out of 849 articles (between 1395 and 1402 for domestic articles and 2016 to 2023 for foreign articles) were selected by systematic review and coded by content analysis method. In the second stage; 7 dimensions, 23 components and 102 indicators were validated and localized with the help of 17 experts, and in the final stage, dimensions and components were prioritized with the help of experts and the final model was extracted. The results of this research stated that the use of blockchain technology can create value for financial and banking businesses in terms of innovation and technology, transparency, security, quality, speed, business models and cooperation, and give them strategic capabilities. As a result, due to the fact that blockchain technology has not found a special place in the banking system of our country, there is a need for decision-making managers to pay attention to this area.

Studies have shown that individuals who experience divorce often face challenges in adjusting to their new circumstances and may encounter difficulties in managing emotions, coping with stress, and maintaining healthy relationships. Online interventions have emerged as a novel approach to supporting individuals in the post-divorce period. These interventions typically provide interactive resources and tools through digital platforms, offering guidance, support, and skill-building exercises to assist individuals in navigating the challenges of divorce and enhancing their psychological well-being. However, there is a gap in the existing research regarding the design and validation of online intervention protocols, particularly tailored to post-divorce adjustment.

The aim of the present study was to design and validate an online intervention protocol for post-divorce adjustment.

This research was conducted using a qualitative method (thematic analysis) through semi-structured interviews, with the target population consisting of all family experts in Khuzestan province. The research sample was selected using purposive sampling method. The criteria for selecting individuals included holding a doctoral degree in counseling or psychology and having a minimum of 5 years of therapeutic experience with couples and families. The interview data were analyzed in three stages: open coding, axial coding, and selective coding, using MAXQDA software.

In the developed protocol, interventions were categorized into three sections: self, children, and emotions and stress. The self-section comprised five topics: stress and anxiety management, anger management, resilience, communication with the ex-spouse, and remarriage. The children section included five topics: investing in children's future, interactions regarding parenting, interactions with families, remarriage, and interactions with children during holidays and celebrations. The emotions and stress section encompassed two topics: forgiving the ex-spouse and accepting divorce and reality.

Considering the positive validation results of the designed protocol, its utilization for post-divorce adjustment during contagious diseases that require non-face-to-face services will aid in the adjustment of these individuals. It is recommended that mental health professionals take steps to expand its implementation in the field of mental health.

Adipogenesis is a dynamic process that leads to the phenotype of mature fat cells and plays a significant role in obesity and diabetes. The present study investigates the effect of Eight –Weeks of High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) and L -carnitine Consumption on the expression of BMP7 protein in visceral adipose tissue in diabetic rats.

In an experimental clinical-intervention study, 50  male Wistar rats were divided into 5 equal groups of control (C), diabetic (D), supplemental diabetic (D + LC), diabetic with exercise (D + T), supplement and exercise (D + LC + T). The training program consisted of eight weeks, 5 sessions per week (6 to 12 2-minute sessions with an intensity of 85-90% of the maximum speed). The subjects received 30 mg/kg body weight L-carnitine through drinking water. Visceral fat was extracted and the expression level of BMP7 protein was assessed using Western Blotting. Data analysis was performed by one-way ANOVA and Tukey post hoc test at a significant level of (P< 0.05).

The results showed that the expression of BMP7, the adipogenesis stimulating protein, in (D + T) and (D + LC + T) groups increased significantly (P< 0.001).

According to the results, it seems that HIIT exercise alone and with L-carnitine Consumption is more effective in the expression of protein associated with adipogenesis expression in visceral fat. However, a clear statement requires further research in this area.

In order to study the biostratigraphy of the Gurpi Formation deposits in the northeast of the Lurestan region, a stratigraphic section (Bagh-gol section) from the Gurpi Formation in the Sultan anticline was selected and sampled. The Gurpi Formation in this section is 310 meters thick and is lithologically composed of argillaceous and marly limestones, marl, and shale. Two formal members of the Seymareh and Imam-Hassan limestones are present in this section. The lower boundary of the Gurpi Formation with the Ilam Formation is conformable, and there are iron oxide compounds at boundary. Its upper boundary with the Pabdeh Formation is discontinuous and conformable. In the biostratigraphic study, 74 species belonging to 30 genera of planktonic foraminifera were identified. 7 biozones in the Gurpi Formation and 1 biozone at the base of the Pabdeh Formation were identified and introduced. Based on the identified biozones, the age of the Gurpi Formation was determined to be mid to late Early Campanian-Late Maastrichtian. The statistical study of the ratio of planktonic to benthic foraminifera and also their placement in the morphotypes of planktonic foraminifera during the sedimentary sequence of the Gurpi Formation showed changes in the paleodepth of the sedimentary basin. Based on this, it was determined that the depth of the sedimentary basin decreased in the middle Campanian and increased in the upper part of the Campanian and the beginning of the Maastrichtian, and then gradually decreased until the end of the Maastrichtian.

In order to study the biostratigraphy of the Gurpi Formation in the Fars area, a stratigraphic section is selected and sampled in the Sarbalesh anticline. The thickness of the Gurpi Formation in this section is 346.3 meters and its main lithology includes argillaceous limestone and shale. The lower boundary with the Sarvak Formation indicates a disconformity with dissolution holes and iron oxide bearing fragments, and its upper boundary with the Pabdeh Formation indicates a disconformity with a 30 cm thick key horizon containing phosphate nodules and manganese oxide traces. In this study, by identifying 66 species belonging to 22 genera of planktonic foraminifera, 9 biozones were identified and introduced based on the Tethys standard biozonation of Premoli Silva and Verga (2004). The age of the Gurpi Formation based on identified biozones is determined from the early Santonian to the late Maastrichtian. The K/Pg boundary is located at the end of the key horizon containing phosphate nodules and correlates with the lithostratigraphic boundary of the Gurpi and Pabdeh formations.

In order to study the Qom Formation, the ostracodes of members c1 to c4 and e of this formation  were studied in the south Shurab section. The studied strata in this section have a significant abundance and diversity of ostracods. Changes in the abundance and diversity of species in the ostracodes of the studied members show that Member c2 was deposited in a shallower environment compared to the middle and upper part and the base of Member c3. The high abundance of psychrophilic species at the base of Member c4 and the presence of thermophilic forms at the top of Member c4 indicate that the basin was deeper at the time of deposition of the base Member c4 sediments than at its top. Also, the visible changes in the ostracods collection in marly Member e indicate frequent fluctuations in the depth of the environment during the deposition of this member in the studied area. In general, it can be inferred that the environment of members c1 to c4 and e of the Qom Formation was a warm with moderate salinity sea water. In the biostratigraphic studies, 42 species belonging to 36 genera of ostracoda and four biozones have been identified. Based on the biostratigraphic studies, the Chattian age was determined for the sediments of the top of Member b and c1, the Aquitanian for the sediments of members c2 to c4, and the Burdigalian for the sediments of Member e of the Qom Formation in the Shurab section was determined.

Given the potential impact of blockchain technology on the banking industry, it is crucial to explore how this technology influences business models within the sector. This understanding can provide valuable insights into how value is created, delivered, and captured in banking. The main objective of this article is to present a blockchain technology framework as applied to fintech in the financial and banking sectors. This study employs metacomposition to identify key factors, the fuzzy Delphi method to evaluate, refine, and localize the model, and the Dimetal technique to analyze relationships and effects. The research involved a systematic review of 849 articles (ranging from 1395 to 1402 in the Iranian calendar for domestic articles, and from 2016 to 2023 for international articles), from which 73 articles were selected and analyzed using content analysis. Subsequently, 7 dimensions, 23 components, and 102 indicators were validated and localized with the assistance of 17 experts. In the final stage, these dimensions and components were prioritized with expert input, leading to the extraction of the final framework. The results indicate that fintech-driven blockchain technology enhances value creation in the dimensions of innovation and technology, transparency, security, quality, speed, business models, and collaboration, providing strategic capabilities to financial and banking businesses.

The Upper Cretaceous (Upper Albian-Lower Torunian) Sarvak Formation (and its equivalents) is the second most important carbonate reservoir in Iran that was developed under the warm tropical climate. The Sarvak Formation with the predominant limestone lithology in the Omid, Mansuri, and Ahvaz Oil Fields was conformably overlies the shaly Kazhdumi Formation and overlain by the Ilam Formation. Detailed petrographical studies led to determine twelve carbonate microfacies that indicate deposition on a homoclinal ramp-type carbonate setting. The identified ramp-type setting was composed of four main facies belts including inner, middle and outer ramp associated with an intrashelf basin. Biostratigraphic assemblage zones, facies analysis, depositional sub-environments, and wire-line logs assisted in mapping the paleogeography of the study area into four third-order stratigraphic sequences. The upper boundary of third and forth depositional sequences (DS3-4) in all studied oil fields defined as a disconformity confirmed by the evidence of extensive dissolution and other meteoric diagentic features that reveal a platform exposure. The other sequence boundaries defined as a correlative unconformity. The modified sequences and sequence boundaries of the Sarvak succession are clearly correlatable with sequence boundaries and surfaces derived from the Arabian Plate sequenc stratigraphy in Iran and adjacent Arabian countries.

Research has shown that the tendency to addiction is influenced by personality characteristics and through mediating variables including emotional well-being as emotional and cognition values and mental experience of positive emotions and life satisfaction. but there is a research gap in the researched population.

The present study was conducted with the aim of investigating structural equation modeling of the relationship between personality traits and addiction tendencies in adolescents: the mediating role of emotional well-being.

This research was of a descriptive-correlation type with structural equations. The statistical population of the present study was all male students of the second secondary level of public high schools in Rasht city in the academic year of 2019-2019, numbering 16451 students. In order to determine the sample size, the number of 300 male students was selected multi stage cluster sampling method and completed the five-factor questionnaires of Neo personality of Costa & McCrae (1970), emotional well-being scale of Keyes and Magyarmo (2003) and Farjad addiction tendency questionnaire (2006) were completed. Data were analyzed with Pearson correlation coefficient, path analysis and structural equations and with spss 19 and amos 22 software.

The results showed that the direct effect of extroversion (0.21) and emotional irritation (0.22) on addiction tendency is positive and significant (P < 0.05). Also, the indirect effect of psychological irritation through emotional well-being on addiction tendency was significant.

According to the obtained results, it can be said that the personality traits of extroversion and neuroticism directly and neuroticism indirectly had an effect on the level of addiction tendency, Therefore, focusing on the results of the current research, can be to reduce the tendency to addiction in adolescents.

The information about the effect of ginseng supplementation on physiological responses in debilitating activities is unclear. The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of short-term ginseng consumption on maximal oxygen consumption, blood lactate and time to exhaustion in male athletes.

In this quasi-experimental study, which was performed as two blinds and crossovers, 10 male athletes (age: 18 ± 24 years) participated in a single group model with supplementation and placebo. Subjects took two 250 mg ginseng capsules and 6 mg of starch per kilogram of body weight daily as a placebo for one week and then participated in the Bruce Exhaustion Test. Information on maximal oxygen consumption, blood lactate and arrival time to exhaustion in the laboratory .Data were analyzed using paired t-test and covariance test at a significance level of 0.05.

The results showed that the maximum oxygen consumption (p = 0.01) and the time to reach exhaustion (p = 0.02) were significantly increased compared to the placebo group. There was significant decrease in blood lactate compared to the placebo group (p = 0.03).

Short-term use of gensing supplementation may improve exercise performance and reduce fatigue. It is recommended that athletes take 500 mg of their sexing supplement daily to increase aerobic capacity.

Cancer affects various aspects of a patient's quality of life, including mental, psychological, social, and economic status. The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect self-control on emotional well-being due to the mediating role of self-compassion and emotion regulation in cancer patients. The method of this research is descriptive and the correlational research design is structural equation modeling. The statistical population in this study included cancer patients in 1399 that were selected by purposive sampling. The sample consisted of 200 (male and female) cancer patients in Emam Hosein hospital in Tehran. To collect data from the Self-Control scale (Tangney et al, 2004), self-compassion scale-short form (Raes et al, 2011), the Emotion Regulation Questionnaire (Gross and John, 2003), and the emotional Well-Being Scale (Keys & Magyar-Moe, 2003) was used. All analyzes were performed using SPSS26 and AMOS24 software. Bootstrap method was used to analyze the intermediate relationships in MACRO Preacher and Hayes (2008). The results showed that self-control has a direct and significant effect on emotional well-being (p<0/008). Also, the direct effect of self-control on self-compassion was significant (p<0/001), but the direct effect of self-control on emotion regulation was not significant (p> 0/05). The indirect effect of self-control on emotional well-being due to self-compassion was significant (p<0/001), but the indirect effect of self-control on emotional well-being wasnot significant due to emotion regulation (p> 0/05).The results of the research have practical implications for health professionals and psychologists and it can be concluded that self-control through self-compassion has an effect on the emotional well-being of cancer patients.

Over the past few decades, the phenomenon of addiction has increased all over the world for various reasons. The aim of this study was to investigate structural modeling of the relationship between spiritual health with addiction tendency in adolescents with the mediating role of emotional well-being.

This research was descriptive-correlation based on the model of structural equations. The statistical population of this research included all the male students of the second secondary level of public high schools in Rasht City in the year of 2021. From this community, 300 qualified volunteers have been selected for the study by the multistage cluster sampling method. Three standard questionnaires, including Paloutzian and Ellison Spiritual Well-Being Scale (1982), Keyes and Magyar-Moe subjective well-being (2003), and Mousavi et al Addiction Tendency Scale (2008) were used for data collection. Evaluation of the proposed model was done through structural equations; amos24 software was utilized to analyze the findings.

The results showed that the relationship between spiritual health and addiction tendency, also relationship between emotional well-being and addiction tendency were negative and significant (P<0.01). The relationship between emotional well-being and spiritual health was positive and significant (P<0.01). In the meantime, the indirect path of emotional well-being was significant in the relationship between spiritual health and addiction tendency (p<0.01). Finally, all the fit indexes were at an optimal level.

This research confirms the mediating role of emotional well-being in the relationship between spiritual health and addiction tendency. It is hoped that families and guardian organizations will benefit from the results of this research.

The effects of exercise and sirtuin1 on inflammatory markers may be a therapeutic target for type 2 diabetes. This study aimed to determine the effect of 8 weeks of combined training along with supplemental consumption of Mulberry Leaf Extract on serum sirtuin1 levels and insulin resistance index in elderly men with type 2 diabetes. In this semi-experimental clinical study 40 elderly men with diabetes (age: 67.07 ± 1.50) were randomly divided into five groups: control, placebo, extract, training, and extract + training. Aerobic training (10 to 30 minutes with an intensity of 50 to 70% of maximum heart rate) and resistance training (30 to 40 minutes, 8 to 12 repetitions per movement, between 40 to 80% of a maximum repetition) were performed. Mulberry Leaf Extract was prescribed to the subjects in three doses (each dose, 2 capsules of 500 grams). The variables were measured 48 hours before and after the test. The training, extract, and training +extract groups, a significant decrease in insulin resistance index and a significant increase in sirtuin1 level were observed (P<0.05). results between the groups showed a significant difference in the index of insulin resistance (P=0.001, F=60.70) and sirtuin1 (P=0.001, F=15.38), and these changes in the extract + training group compared to training and extract groups are larger (P<0.05). It seems that prescribing a combined training along with the consumption of Mulberry Leaf Extract the elderly with type 2 diabetes can have the greatest effect in improving insulin resistance and sirtuin1 in the elderly with diabetes.

The concern about the quality of life of the elderly living in resident at home and nursing homes has been one of the controversial issues. Some studies believe that if the mental health of the elderly is provided and a suitable atmosphere is created in the nursing homes, better health care and treatment can be provided to the elderly and their life expectancy can be increased; But on the other hand, some studies believe that caring for the elderly at home and with other family members can have an effective role on their psychological health; so that the results of some studies indicate that this group of elderly people have a higher life expectancy; But on the other hand, it can threaten their physical health and make them prone to other chronic diseases and malnutrition. Admission to a nursing home evokes emotional consequences, including feelings of rejection, psychological tension, depression, instability, loss of home and the chance to contact family and friends. Research shows that the living environment of the elderly plays a very important role in their psychological health. It has been shown in various researches that the level of quality of life and mental health, happiness and social health in the elderly living in nursing homes is lower than that of the elderly living at home; Based on this, it can be concluded that there is a relationship between living in a nursing home and the psychological state of the elderly, but it cannot be said with certainty that the low mental health of the elderly indicates living in a nursing home; Because some studies have shown that the diseases and disabilities of elderly people living in nursing homes are more than other elderly people, and disabilities lead them to care centers; Maybe this factor also has an effective role in reducing their mental health. Based on this, the implementation of a comparative study in the elderly with high performance and control of physical disabilities will clarify the role of living in a nursing home in the state of mental health of the elderly, which is addressed in the present study. Also, some studies indicate that the stay of the elderly in the nursing home is associated with the feeling of exclusion and their feeling of loneliness plays an effective role. Also, the research showed that the elderly living in the nursing home experienced a feeling of insecurity and rejection and described their transition from home to the nursing home as painful; In other words, living in a nursing home can have an effective role in reducing the mental health of the elderly. Elderly people who have a high level of rejection feel that they are of no use to themselves and those around them and cannot be effective; Also, the results of this study showed that the feeling of rejection, due to its high relationship with social incompetence, has an effective role in increasing depression symptoms in these elderly people; Based on this, it can be concluded that living in a nursing home, rejection and depression are closely related. In this regard, the results of some studies show that the elderly living in nursing homes have far more symptoms of depression, anxiety and stress and report less satisfaction with life. Nowadays, due to the increase in the number of elderly people and the shrinking of families, caring for the elderly is a very important issue, and detailed and comprehensive programs for the care of this sensitive age group should be provided by conducting field research and formulating detailed care policies. Compared to younger people, older people with depression usually have multiple co-occurring medical and cognitive disorders, and depression that occurs in older patients is often underdiagnosed or undertreated. Also, previous studies have shown that inactivity and disability are factors affecting the feeling of exclusion of the elderly; which, if accompanied by family rejection, can lead to an increase in psychological distress in the elderly. Considering the importance of this topic, the present study compared the perception of rejection and depression symptoms in elderly people living in nursing homes and resident at home.

The current research was descriptive and based on causal-comparative method. The statistical population of this research includes two groups of elderly people in Rasht city in 2020 who were living in nursing homes or living with their families. The sample size was calculated using G*Power software. From each group, 120 elderly people participated in a targeted manner and answered the Perceived Rejection Scale: PRS and the Geriatric Depression Scale: GDS-15. For both groups, the age gap is between 65 and 90 years, having minimum physical health to communicate and answer the questions of the questionnaire, not suffering from cognitive impairment diseases such as (Alzheimer, stroke and dementia), not being engaged in economic activity. And retirement from governmental and non-governmental institutions and having informed consent and willingness to participate in the research were considered as entry criteria. Also, failure to answer at least 10% of the questionnaire questions, fatigue and unwillingness to complete the questionnaire were considered as exit criteria. Data analysis was performed using SPSS-24 statistical software and multivariate analysis of variance.

The results of multivariate analysis of variance showed that the perception of rejection (F = 14.25, P = 0.001) and depressive syndrome (F = 17.280, P = 0.001) in the elderly living in nursing homes were significantly higher than the elderly were in the control group (P <0.001).

Overall, the results of this study showed that the perception of rejection and depression symptoms in elderly people living in nursing homes is more than that of elderly people living at home; But this difference cannot be attributed to the presence of the elderly in the nursing home. But in general, it can be concluded that elderly people living in nursing homes are more in need of appropriate interventions and educational programs to reduce the feeling of rejection and depression symptoms than the elderly people living at home. Therefore, it is suggested to provide educational and therapeutic programs to improve the psychological condition of these elderly people.

Probing in Ahl al-Bayt Hadiths reveals several cognitional, moral, social and emotional aspects of “faith” apart from its “ideological” aspect and also shows its potential of incensement. On the other hand, James Fowler’s significant and psychological theory of “stages of faith growth” depicts the essence of “faith growth” in “increasing and enhancement of a collection of cognitional, social, moral and emotional capabilities” during the lifetime. The base of this study is a comparison between the mentioned cognitional theory with the concept of faith increasing in Hadiths. According to hadiths, increasing in faith means “realization, consolidation and enhancement in cognitional, emotional, moral and social indices of faith in human beings”. Fowler also believes that “the orientation of faith growth is towards more progressed levels of cognition, integrity, meaning making and interpersonal relationships”. Although, in his approach human beings lack a proper and complete and absolute exemplary in faith.

Quick and accurate assessment of cardiorespiratory capacity is very important in research and exercise conditions. Therefore, the design and evaluation of cheap, light, and portable devices are worthy of consideration. FFThis study investigated the reliability of endurance performance indices in Futsal (EPIF) during the implementation of two selected field tests (FIET = Futsal intermittent endurance test and TCAR = Carminatti test). 23 futsal players with playing experience of 7.2 ± 2.1 years, an average age of19.1 ± 3.07 years, and a body mass index of 21.20 ± 1.04 kg/m2, were randomly selected. They first voluntarily performed the FIET test and then the TCAR test with an interval of 3 days. To evaluate the validity and reliability of the TCAR field test, the researchers used Pearson's correlation coefficient and intra-class intragroup correlation (ICC), respectively. A significant correlation was found between the physiological variable of final heart rate (HR) and the HR delta of running activity in the FIET test, with VO2 max using the standard method. The reliability of the FIET test was reported at an excellent level (p < 0.001, ICC = 0.912-0.939). Also, after the field tests, the HR delta was reported as a suitable predictive factor for estimating the VO2 max of young futsal players (p = 0.020, SEE = 4.051, R2 = 0.512). The findings show the high reliability and validity of the TCAR field test with the EPIF device. Therefore, the design and construction of this native device and its use for coaches at the club and national levels are worthy for evaluating the athletic endurance of futsal players.

This research is based on sedimentological study of 4 surface (Kabir kuh, Samand, Anjir and Anaran) and 8 subsurface wells in the Lurestan, North Dezful and Abadan plain with a total thickness of 1592 m. The Santonian – Lower Campanian Ilam Formation is a carbonate hydrocarbon reservoir in the Zagros fold – thrust belt, in SW Iran. Twenty microfacies were recognized based on microscopic study. Microfacies analysis led to the recognition of four facies belts including inner (shoal), mid, outer ramp, and basinal setting. Correlation of depositional environments together with lateral facies changes indicate deposition are distally steepend ramp. Deep marine and inner ramp facies are the most and least facies, respectively in the study area. As the distribution of inner ramp facies is very limited, it can only be recognized in wells from North Dezful and Abadan plain.The results obtained from facies together with analyses of wireline logs clearly shows a northward deepending of the depositional environment from Balarud Fault. Cementation, micritization, compaction, solution seams, neomorphism, disolution, fracturing, pyritization, phosphatization, gluconitization and bioturbation are the main diagentic processes. However, cementation is most dominant in shallow marine facies in the Abadan plain, whereas, pyritization, stylolite and fracture are the most prevailing processes in deeper marine facies of the Ilam Formation in Lurestan. There is a limited distribution of porosity, but the most dominant types are, interpartical, microporosity and fracture related porosity. The Ilam carbonates are mostly affected by shallow to deep burial diagenesis in Lurestan,