Advances in Sociology Research. Volume 42

This volume is comprised of nine chapters that detail advances in sociology research. The first chapter to explores the impact of the new constitutional amendments implemented after the Arab Spring, on the opportunity of establishing a parliamentary government, and questions its application in the Jordanian context. Chapter Two delves into a critical yet often overlooked facet of international relations – the significance of social relationships and friendships among diplomats in the context of UNSC reform. The authors in Chapter Three explore the topic of adolescents’ mental health in the United States and China, characterized by increasing rates of anxiety and depression. Chapter Four contributes to the conversation on intimate partner violence and argues that the “achieve gender equality” principle of Sustainable Development Goal Five means that males and females should be treated equally. Chapter Five depicts the preliminary results of the comparative research project “Local Alliance for Integration (LION/GSRI/University of West Attica/81018) Migrant and Refugee integration into local societies during the COVID-I9 Pandemic in Greece and Spain” implementing a qualitative methodology. The aim of Chapter Six is to determine the mediating role of work and family and the satisfaction of marriage, family, and life of women faculty members. Chapter Seven goes on to explore the importance of digital skills and competencies for the workforce in the changing labour market due to technological advancements. Chapter Eight is a research study that examines Greek parents’ views on ethnocultural diversity, the impact of attending and socializing with diverse students on their children’s performance, and the educational practices implemented for the smooth integration of these students in schools. The final chapter analyses the evolution of the Ukrainian refugee crisis due to the full-scale armed conflict that started on February 24th, 2022.