Fakir Al Gharaibeh
Dados Biográficos
| ID | 1539993 |
|---|---|
| NOME | Fakir Al Gharaibeh |
| PRENOMES | Fakir |
| SOBRENOME | Al Gharaibeh |
| ASSINATURA | AL GHARAIBEH F |
| AFILIAÇÕES | University of Sharjah |
| ORCID | 0000-0003-2571-6884 |
| VERIFICADO | Sim |
| TOTAL DE OBRAS | 19 |
| TOTAL DE CITAÇÕES | 22 |
| TOTAL COMO AUTOR | 19 |
| TOTAL COMO EDITOR | 0 |
| PRIMEIRO ANO DE PUBLICAÇÃO | 2008 |
| ANO MAIS RECENTE DE PUBLICAÇÃO | 2026 |
| ÍNDICE H | 3 |
Healthcare, psychological, and social needs of older adults in the United Arab Emirates
Parenting under pressure
This quantitative study investigates the impact of Covid-19 on parental behavior towards their children during the pandemic. The study collected data from 765 participants conveniently selected in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), including both fathers and mothers who were Emirati and Non-Emirati residents and had at least one school-age child (3–17 years), through an online survey. The results were analyzed through statistical analyses using SPSS…
Work–Family Conflict and Conflict Resolution Styles of Married Academicians
The current study measured how work–family conflict (WFC) is related to (a) relational turbulence, including escalation and de-escalation in conflicts; (b) conflict tactics, including negative, and positive relationships; and (c) marital satisfaction. The sample consisted of 600 married working adults employed in different positions (lecturer, senior lecturer, or assistant professor) in various private universities in Lahore. Findings indicated t…
Systematic Literature Review of CSR in the GCC
Companies face increasing pressure to address a wider array of social responsibilities beyond legal and environmental obligations. This push prompts them to adopt a more comprehensive approach to their operations. Therefore, the objective of this study is to review the studies on corporate social responsibility (CSR), including empirical and theoretical literature, due to the substantial growth of CSR over the last two decades. This study extract…
Voices of postgraduate social work students
Low fertility is a growing concern in the UAE, yet theory-based research on fertility intentions is scarce. This qualitative study examines beliefs shaping fertility decisions among 29 Emirati postgraduate social work students. Findings highlight the influence of religion, culture, economics, and gender and stress the vital role of social workers in informing policies that reflect youth realities. These insights also enrich global understanding o…
Justice or tradition? Cross-national media framing of honor killings in India, Pakistan, and global outlets
Divorce in the Families of the UAE
The objective of this study is to examine the trends, determinants, and consequences of divorce among families in the UAE (Emirati and Non-Emirati). This is accomplished through a systematic comprehensive review of a large number of previous studies that describe the trends, causes, and consequences of divorce from different perspectives. The results show that divorce among families in the UAE is on the rise, following the growth in the number of…
Social work response to the earthquake disaster in the Middle East
This article discusses the provision of mental health support to the victims of the 2023 earthquake in Syria and Turkey by social workers. The recommendations are applicable to countries in which professional social work lacks recognition and have global implications for both policy and practice
Caffeinated energy drink consumption among Emirati adolescents is associated with a cluster of poor physical and mental health, and unhealthy dietary and lifestyle behaviors
Background: Consumption of caffeinated energy drinks (CED) has escalated during the last few years, especially among schoolchildren, with evident adverse health sequelae in this critical age group. Objective: This study examined the prevalence of CED consumption and its associations with sleep, physical and mental health, and dietary and lifestyle habits among schoolchildren in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Method: A structured self-administere…
Public Health Services and Service Gap in Char Land Communities in Bangladesh
Char land is well-known as a hard-to-reach community in Bangladesh where the basic health services are very pitiable. Drawing an example from two char land communities in Bangladesh, this study explored the status of the public health services and service gaps. The study collected data from 222 respondents (heads of the households) and used a quantitative research approach where a face-to-face structured interview schedule was employed for data c…
The impact of Covid-19 quarantine measures on the mental health of families
COVID-19 is shaping all aspects of life throughout the world. The unexpected number of people who have been infected with and died from coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is evidence that the pandemic has affected families and societies. The strong shock wave that has resulted in the international response has focused more on medical rather than psychosocial interventions. Little has been written or studied about the impact of COVID-19 on families. T…
Social behavior practices for child protection and well‐being among low‐income urban households in Bangladesh
The main objective of this study was to explore the status of social behavior practices for child protection and well‐being among low‐income urban households in Bangladesh. This study used a survey method, and data were collected through a face‐to‐face structured interview from 378 low‐income household heads from 12 wards (Konabari and Kashimpur) of Zone 5 of the Gazipur City Corporation. Results found that the current status of the presence of c…
The impact of war followed by forced displacement on women and children
Purpose This research aimed to describe and examine the effects of war followed by forced displacement on Syrian mothers and their children in terms of Reuben Hill's Family Stress Theory and identify essential elements to consider in social work practice with this population. Design/methodology/approach Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 19 Syrian mothers living in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). A thematic analysis at both a semantic…
The response of Jordanian society and social workers to the Covid-19 crisis
This article explores government and community efforts to combat the COVID-19 epidemic in Jordan. The author evaluates Jordan’s response to this crisis through his preliminary survey of the day-to-day affairs of the average members of society, the official statements issued by the government and the initiatives launched by both individuals and community organizations. The article concludes that because social workers did not play a significant ro…
Care and rehabilitation services to child victims of abuse in the United Arab Emirates
An Analysis of Divorce Cases in the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates (UAE), located in the Arabian Gulf, has undergone significant social changes over the last 50 years. In addition to the positive social changes that have occurred since the discovery of oil, there also has been an increase in social problems, including divorce. Divorce rates are on the rise in the UAE, and the government is particularly concerned with the rising divorce rate among its citizens. Using both document analysi…
A Comparison Study of Psychological, Family Function Marital and Life Satisfactions of Polygamous and Monogamous Women in Jordan
The impact of intellectual disability, caregiver burden, family functioning, marital quality, and sense of coherence
The present article is the first to consider the impact of intellectual disability on Bedouin‐Arab families’ caregiver burden, family functioning, marital quality, and sense of coherence. A random sample of 300 Bedouin‐Arab parents with one or more intellectually disabled children, and a control group (n = 100) completed the McMaster Family Assessment Device (FAD), the ENRICH marital quality questionnaire, Robinson’s Caregiver Strain Index, the S…
The effects upon children in Jordan of the imprisonment of their fathers
English This study examined the effects upon children in Jordan of fathers being imprisoned. Interviews were conducted with 26 mothers of children and NUDIST was used for qualitative data analysis. As elsewhere, the study confirmed that children are adversely affected and stigmatized: problems related to emotional development, behaviour and schooling were evident. French Cette étude examine les effets sur les enfants de Jordanie de l'emprisonneme…
The impact of intellectual disability, caregiver burden, family functioning, marital quality, and sense of coherence
The present article is the first to consider the impact of intellectual disability on Bedouin‐Arab families’ caregiver burden, family functioning, marital quality, and sense of coherence. A random sample of 300 Bedouin‐Arab parents with one or more intellectually disabled children, and a control group (n = 100) completed the McMaster Family Assessment Device (FAD), the ENRICH marital quality questionnaire, Robinson’s Caregiver Strain Index, the S…
The response of Jordanian society and social workers to the Covid-19 crisis
This article explores government and community efforts to combat the COVID-19 epidemic in Jordan. The author evaluates Jordan’s response to this crisis through his preliminary survey of the day-to-day affairs of the average members of society, the official statements issued by the government and the initiatives launched by both individuals and community organizations. The article concludes that because social workers did not play a significant ro…
The effects upon children in Jordan of the imprisonment of their fathers
English This study examined the effects upon children in Jordan of fathers being imprisoned. Interviews were conducted with 26 mothers of children and NUDIST was used for qualitative data analysis. As elsewhere, the study confirmed that children are adversely affected and stigmatized: problems related to emotional development, behaviour and schooling were evident. French Cette étude examine les effets sur les enfants de Jordanie de l'emprisonneme…
Care and rehabilitation services to child victims of abuse in the United Arab Emirates
The impact of war followed by forced displacement on women and children
Purpose This research aimed to describe and examine the effects of war followed by forced displacement on Syrian mothers and their children in terms of Reuben Hill's Family Stress Theory and identify essential elements to consider in social work practice with this population. Design/methodology/approach Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 19 Syrian mothers living in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). A thematic analysis at both a semantic…
The effects upon children in Jordan of the imprisonment of their fathers
English This study examined the effects upon children in Jordan of fathers being imprisoned. Interviews were conducted with 26 mothers of children and NUDIST was used for qualitative data analysis. As elsewhere, the study confirmed that children are adversely affected and stigmatized: problems related to emotional development, behaviour and schooling were evident. French Cette étude examine les effets sur les enfants de Jordanie de l'emprisonneme…
A Comparison Study of Psychological, Family Function Marital and Life Satisfactions of Polygamous and Monogamous Women in Jordan
The impact of intellectual disability, caregiver burden, family functioning, marital quality, and sense of coherence
The present article is the first to consider the impact of intellectual disability on Bedouin‐Arab families’ caregiver burden, family functioning, marital quality, and sense of coherence. A random sample of 300 Bedouin‐Arab parents with one or more intellectually disabled children, and a control group (n = 100) completed the McMaster Family Assessment Device (FAD), the ENRICH marital quality questionnaire, Robinson’s Caregiver Strain Index, the S…
An Analysis of Divorce Cases in the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates (UAE), located in the Arabian Gulf, has undergone significant social changes over the last 50 years. In addition to the positive social changes that have occurred since the discovery of oil, there also has been an increase in social problems, including divorce. Divorce rates are on the rise in the UAE, and the government is particularly concerned with the rising divorce rate among its citizens. Using both document analysi…
Care and rehabilitation services to child victims of abuse in the United Arab Emirates
The response of Jordanian society and social workers to the Covid-19 crisis
This article explores government and community efforts to combat the COVID-19 epidemic in Jordan. The author evaluates Jordan’s response to this crisis through his preliminary survey of the day-to-day affairs of the average members of society, the official statements issued by the government and the initiatives launched by both individuals and community organizations. The article concludes that because social workers did not play a significant ro…
The impact of war followed by forced displacement on women and children
Purpose This research aimed to describe and examine the effects of war followed by forced displacement on Syrian mothers and their children in terms of Reuben Hill's Family Stress Theory and identify essential elements to consider in social work practice with this population. Design/methodology/approach Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 19 Syrian mothers living in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). A thematic analysis at both a semantic…
The impact of Covid-19 quarantine measures on the mental health of families
COVID-19 is shaping all aspects of life throughout the world. The unexpected number of people who have been infected with and died from coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is evidence that the pandemic has affected families and societies. The strong shock wave that has resulted in the international response has focused more on medical rather than psychosocial interventions. Little has been written or studied about the impact of COVID-19 on families. T…
Social behavior practices for child protection and well‐being among low‐income urban households in Bangladesh
The main objective of this study was to explore the status of social behavior practices for child protection and well‐being among low‐income urban households in Bangladesh. This study used a survey method, and data were collected through a face‐to‐face structured interview from 378 low‐income household heads from 12 wards (Konabari and Kashimpur) of Zone 5 of the Gazipur City Corporation. Results found that the current status of the presence of c…
Caffeinated energy drink consumption among Emirati adolescents is associated with a cluster of poor physical and mental health, and unhealthy dietary and lifestyle behaviors
Background: Consumption of caffeinated energy drinks (CED) has escalated during the last few years, especially among schoolchildren, with evident adverse health sequelae in this critical age group. Objective: This study examined the prevalence of CED consumption and its associations with sleep, physical and mental health, and dietary and lifestyle habits among schoolchildren in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Method: A structured self-administere…
Public Health Services and Service Gap in Char Land Communities in Bangladesh
Char land is well-known as a hard-to-reach community in Bangladesh where the basic health services are very pitiable. Drawing an example from two char land communities in Bangladesh, this study explored the status of the public health services and service gaps. The study collected data from 222 respondents (heads of the households) and used a quantitative research approach where a face-to-face structured interview schedule was employed for data c…
Divorce in the Families of the UAE
The objective of this study is to examine the trends, determinants, and consequences of divorce among families in the UAE (Emirati and Non-Emirati). This is accomplished through a systematic comprehensive review of a large number of previous studies that describe the trends, causes, and consequences of divorce from different perspectives. The results show that divorce among families in the UAE is on the rise, following the growth in the number of…
Social work response to the earthquake disaster in the Middle East
This article discusses the provision of mental health support to the victims of the 2023 earthquake in Syria and Turkey by social workers. The recommendations are applicable to countries in which professional social work lacks recognition and have global implications for both policy and practice
Parenting under pressure
This quantitative study investigates the impact of Covid-19 on parental behavior towards their children during the pandemic. The study collected data from 765 participants conveniently selected in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), including both fathers and mothers who were Emirati and Non-Emirati residents and had at least one school-age child (3–17 years), through an online survey. The results were analyzed through statistical analyses using SPSS…
Work–Family Conflict and Conflict Resolution Styles of Married Academicians
The current study measured how work–family conflict (WFC) is related to (a) relational turbulence, including escalation and de-escalation in conflicts; (b) conflict tactics, including negative, and positive relationships; and (c) marital satisfaction. The sample consisted of 600 married working adults employed in different positions (lecturer, senior lecturer, or assistant professor) in various private universities in Lahore. Findings indicated t…
Systematic Literature Review of CSR in the GCC
Companies face increasing pressure to address a wider array of social responsibilities beyond legal and environmental obligations. This push prompts them to adopt a more comprehensive approach to their operations. Therefore, the objective of this study is to review the studies on corporate social responsibility (CSR), including empirical and theoretical literature, due to the substantial growth of CSR over the last two decades. This study extract…
Voices of postgraduate social work students
Low fertility is a growing concern in the UAE, yet theory-based research on fertility intentions is scarce. This qualitative study examines beliefs shaping fertility decisions among 29 Emirati postgraduate social work students. Findings highlight the influence of religion, culture, economics, and gender and stress the vital role of social workers in informing policies that reflect youth realities. These insights also enrich global understanding o…
Justice or tradition? Cross-national media framing of honor killings in India, Pakistan, and global outlets
Healthcare, psychological, and social needs of older adults in the United Arab Emirates
Psychology (13 obras) · Medicine (8 obras) · Sociology (8 obras) · Economics (6 obras) · Political science (6 obras) · Psychiatry (5 obras) · Social science (5 obras) · Economic growth (4 obras) · Mental health (4 obras) · Population (4 obras)