1. Understanding the impact of burnout on decision-making stylesMatea Cvjetković, Dinko Primorac, Katerina Fotova Čiković, 2025, original scientific article Abstract: Background and purpose: This study aimed to fill a gap in the literature by identifying how employee burnout shapes decision-making styles in the post-COVID-19 business environment. The main goal was to examine the impact of three dimensions of burnout—exhaustion, cynicism, and professional efficacy—on four conflict-related decision-making styles: vigilance, buck-passing, procrastination, and hypervigilance.
Design/Methodology/Approach: A total of 567 employees from various companies in Croatia participated in the online survey conducted in March 2023. Multiple regression analysis examined the impact of exhaustion, cynicism, and professional efficacy on decision-making styles under conflict.
Results: The results of the multiple regression analysis revealed that professional efficacy leads to a vigilant decision-making style, while simultaneously diminishing procrastination, buck-passing, and hypervigilance. Cynicism, in contrast, was a positive predictor of procrastination, buck-passing, and hypervigilant decision-making. Finally, exhaustion was found to have a positive impact on hypervigilance.
Conclusion: The study is significant because it contributes to the body of knowledge on the impact of burnout dimensions on professional decision-making styles in organisational settings, and it also offers practical implications of considerable importance. Keywords: employee burnout, decision-making style, work-related stress, Croatian companies, post-COVID-19 period Published in DKUM: 14.11.2025; Views: 0; Downloads: 0
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2. Vpliv pronacije na razvoj poškodb tkiva zaradi tlaka pri bolnikih okuženih s sars-cov-2Mateja Krajnc, 2025, master's thesis Abstract: Povzetek
Uvod: Covid-19 pogosto povzroči akutno respiratorno odpoved, zaradi česar številni bolniki potrebujejo mehansko ventilacijo in pronacijo. Pronacija izboljša oksigenacijo, vendar poveča tveganje za poškodbe tkiva zaradi tlaka, zlasti na sprednji strani telesa. Namen raziskave je bil analizirati vpliv trajanja pronacije, spola, starosti in indeksa telesne mase na pojav poškodb tkiva zaradi tlaka pri mehansko ventiliranih bolnikih s SARS-CoV-2.
Metode: Izvedli smo retrospektivno kvantitativno raziskavo na vzorcu 100 bolnikov, ki so bili med hospitalizacijo v enoti covid intenzivne terapije pronirani več kot 24 ur. Zbrani podatki so vključevali demografske značilnosti, trajanje pronacije, lokacijo in stopnjo poškodbe tkiva zaradi tlaka. Uporabljena je bila EPUAP klasifikacija. Analizo smo izvedli s statističnim programom SPSS.
Rezultati: Pri 79 % bolnikov smo zabeležili skupaj 184 poškodb tkiva zaradi tlaka, največ na obrazu in prsnem košu. Statistično značilno pogostejše so se poškodbe tkiva zaradi tlaka pojavile pri moških, bolnikih starejših od 60 let, z indeksom telesne mase več kot 28,4 kg/m² in pri dolgotrajni pronaciji (p < 0,05).
Razprava in zaključek: Vpliv pronacije na pojav poškodb tkiva zaradi tlaka je multifaktorski. Na rezultate vplivajo tako fiziološki kot organizacijski dejavniki. Izsledki potrjujejo potrebo po ustrezni zaščiti stičnih točk in individualnem pristopu. Keywords: obračanje na trebuh, covid-19, poškodba zaradi pritiska Published in DKUM: 27.10.2025; Views: 0; Downloads: 7
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3. Analiza upokojitvenih pričakovanj v združenih državah amerikeKlemen Sodec, 2025, undergraduate thesis Abstract: Upokojitev je obdobje, ki ga dočaka delavec ob koncu delovne dobe. Da pa bi ohranil življenjski standard iz aktivnega delovnega obdobja, mora svojo upokojitev načrtovati že v letih pred upokojitvijo. Na upokojitvena pričakovanja ameriških potrošnikov vplivajo gospodarski, socialni, politični in drugi dejavniki, ki lahko odigrajo ključno vlogo pri načrtovanju upokojitve. Da bi se posameznik čim bolje pripravil na obdobje po upokojitvi, izbira med različnimi naložbami in dodatnimi viri dohodkov, ki bi mu v obdobju po upokojitvi prinesli dodatna denarna sredstva.
V empiričnem delu diplomske naloge smo se bolj podrobno ukvarjali z upokojitvenimi pričakovanji ameriških potrošnikov. Tako smo Američane razdelili po demografskih skupinah glede na spol, stopnjo izobrazbe, višino dohodka in na starostne skupine. V opazovanem obdobju je na upokojitvena pričakovanja močno vplivala kriza Covid-19, ki je upokojitvena pričakovanja marsikateremu Američanu postavila na glavo.
Glavna spoznanja so bila, da delež ljudi, ki pričakujejo, da bodo zaposleni po dopolnjenem 62. in 67. letu starosti, upada, kriza Covid-19 pa je povzročila porast deleža ameriških potrošnikov, ki pričakujejo, da bodo zaposleni za polni delovni čas po dopolnjenem 62. in 67. letu starosti. Keywords: upokojitev, upokojitvena pričakovanja, viri dohodkov, pokojnina, zdravstveno zavarovanje, vpliv krize Covid-19 na upokojitvena pričakovanja Published in DKUM: 24.10.2025; Views: 0; Downloads: 20
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4. Drivers and constraints of employee satisfaction with remote work : an empirical analysisThabit Atobishi, Saeed Nosratabadi, 2023 Abstract: Background/Purpose: The Covid 19 epidemic has forced many organizations to move to remote work (RW), and this trend is expected to continue even later in the post-epidemic period. Employees of the organization are at the heart of this transi-tion to RW, so identifying the factors that affect employee satisfaction with RW is very important for organizations to increase employee commitment and motivation. Therefore, the main objective of this study was to identify and prioritize the factors affecting employee satisfaction with RW using an innovative method. Method: In the first phase of this study, a conceptual research model was designed inspired by literature. In the next phase, the proposed conceptual model of this re-search was tested using structural equation modeling (SEM). Then, using the artifi-cial neural network model, the importance of each of the model variables in pre-dicting employee satisfaction with RW was identified. Results: The findings of this article ultimately disclosed that work-life balance, in-stitutional and technological support, job satisfaction, and perceived limited com-munication are, respectively, are elements that affect employee satisfaction with RW. The first three factors are drivers of employee satisfaction and the last factor (i.e., perceived limited communication) is the constraint of employee satisfaction with RW because it had a statistically significant negative effect on employee satis-faction with RW. Conclusion: This study revealed that organizations should focus on the processes and strategies to improve employees’ work-life balance, provide institutional and technological support during remote work, and increase job satisfaction in order to increase the satisfaction level of their employees in the remote work. On the other hand, it was found that perceived limited communication is an effective factor that causes a decrease in the level of satisfaction of employees in remote work. Keywords: remote work, employee satisfaction, structural equation modeling, multilayer per-ceptron, artificial intelligence, artificial neurol network, Covid 19 pandemic Published in DKUM: 08.10.2025; Views: 0; Downloads: 1
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5. Videokonferenca kot instrument ustne obravnave v sodnem postopku ter njen poseg v načelo neposrednostiMatej Šmigoc, 2024, independent scientific component part or a chapter in a monograph Abstract: V civilnih in kazenskih postopkih se lahko vloge pri sodišču vlagajo v elektronski obliki, na narokih lahko stranke in ostali udeleženci sodelujejo z uporabo videokonference, sodišča pa lahko svoje odločbe vročajo po elektronski poti. Namen vodenja postopkov na tak način je v zagotovitvi njihove hitrosti in ekonomičnosti, ustrezna zakonska podlaga pa je sodiščem na voljo že dalj časa. Ukrepi zaradi preprečevanja širjenja virusne bolezni COVID-19 so napredek na tem področju pospešili, predvsem z možnostjo uporabe videokonference, ki sodišču omogoča izvedbo glavnih obravnav ter zaslišanj strank, prič in izvedencev brez njihove fizične navzočnosti v razpravnih dvoranah. Zato je zaradi psihološkega vidika izvedbe dokazov z uporabo videokonference in vpliva neverbalnega vtisa zaslišane osebe na sodnikovo zaznavanje, posebno pozornost treba nameniti spoštovanju temeljnih načel, še posebej načelu neposrednosti. Odgovore na vprašanja, ki se v zvezi z uporabo videokonference v sodnem postopku postavljajo, pa je treba iskati z interdisciplinarnim in primerjalnopravnim pristopom. Keywords: videokonferenca, COVID-19, zaslišanje, glavna obravnava, neposrednost, ustnost, kazenski postopek, civilni postopek Published in DKUM: 02.10.2025; Views: 0; Downloads: 3
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6. Role of hotel management crisis in Covid-19 and Post-Covid-19 period : a case study of Opatija riviera micro-region in CroatiaRomina Alkier Radnić, Vedran Milojica, Vasja Roblek, 2023, original scientific article Abstract: The paper includes an exploratory qualitative research study on the impact and consequences of Covid-19 on business and organisational changes in the hotel industry in the Opatija Riviera area, which will have a medium- and long-term impact on the design of resilience and sustainable growth policies. The disruption caused by the pandemic is also important for hotel managers and management from the point of view of introducing crisis management processes, the results of which can be seen in the protection of the well-being of guests, employees and the general reputation of hotels. Therefore, hotel management needs to emphasise the importance of identifying business strategies and practices in business strategies and thus form the basis for effective crisis management. Keywords: business models, Covid-19, hotel industry, Opatija Riviera, strategies, risk management, tourism micro-region, Tržič, tržiški avtor Published in DKUM: 25.09.2025; Views: 0; Downloads: 2
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7. Delo na domu kot redna oblika dela in zadovoljstvo zaposlenihAleksandra Balantič, 2025, master's thesis Abstract: Zadovoljstvo zaposlenih pri delu močno vpliva na splošno počutje zaposlenih, tako na psihološki kot tudi na fizični ravni. Namen našega dela je preučiti, kako delo na domu vpliva na zadovoljstvo zaposlenih, pri tem pa raziskati dejavnike, ki vplivajo na zadovoljstvo, in ugotoviti, kateri motilci najbolj vplivajo na kakovost dela od doma. Poleg tega je bil namen analizirati tudi vpliv duševnega zdravja na zadovoljstvo in uspešnost zaposlenih, ko delajo od doma. Keywords: delo na domu, zadovoljstvo zaposlenih, duševno zdravje, covid-19. Published in DKUM: 24.09.2025; Views: 0; Downloads: 6
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8. Youth in transition : navigating expectations in the post-COVID eraDunja Potočnik, Gordana Kuterovac Jagodić, Minea Rutar, 2025, independent scientific component part or a chapter in a monograph Abstract: This chapter compares youth perceptions of societal norms in Croatia and Slovenia, revealing distinct mechanisms shaping their views. Croatian youth exhibit age-dependent patterns where growing autonomy influences the internalisation of societal expectations, leading to increasing self-confidence paired with a realistic reassessment of attainable life goals, particularly in education, housing, and financial independence. Slovenian youth, especially women, confront pronounced gender disparities rooted in structural inequities, burdening them with extensive societal and familial responsibilities. Both cohorts experience tension between individual aspirations and collective norms, with maturity prompting a shift from optimism to pragmatic evaluation of social milestones. Socioeconomic status (SES) strongly correlates with youths’ belief in personal success and adherence to societal expectations, with higher SES linked to greater confidence and internalisation, although national contexts mediate these effects. During the COVID-19 pandemic, age differences in justifying public health norms were minimal, but SES differences were significant, especially in Slovenia. Croatian youth showed less overall support for health measures but greater familial duty endorsement. Keywords: youth, expectations, life goals, COVID-19 pandemic, Croatia and Slovenia Published in DKUM: 16.09.2025; Views: 0; Downloads: 1
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9. Introduction: Why another study on COVID-19 and youth? : introduction to the YO-VID22 project main publicationAndrej Naterer, Dunja Potočnik, 2025, independent scientific component part or a chapter in a monograph Abstract: The introductory chapter outlines the methodological design and rationale of the YO-VID22 project, which investigated the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on youth well-being and support structures in Croatia and Slovenia. Employing a mixed-method approach, the study combined large-scale quantitative nationally representative surveys with qualitative methods, which included focus groups, expert interviews, and media content analysis. Quantitative data were collected through stratified online surveys on nationally representative samples of 16-29-year-olds, which enabled comparisons with pre-pandemic datasets. Qualitative components provided more profound insights into lived experiences, institutional responses, and public discourse surrounding youth. Focus groups captured peer-based dynamics and shared cultural values, while expert interviews highlighted systemic adaptations and policy gaps. At the same time, media analysis revealed shifting portrayals of young people in the public sphere. This integrated research design ensured both statistical robustness and contextual richness, and offered comprehensive evidence for understanding youth experiences during the pandemic and informing future policy and academic debates. Keywords: youth, well-being, COVID-19 pandemic, Croatia, Slovenia Published in DKUM: 09.09.2025; Views: 0; Downloads: 6
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10. Life satisfaction and aspects of subjective well-being of youth as indicators of youth mental health : pre-pandemic, pandemic, and post-pandemic perspectivesSandra Antulić Majcen, Andrej Naterer, Gordana Kuterovac Jagodić, 2025, independent scientific component part or a chapter in a monograph Abstract: This chapter examines youth well-being in Croatia and Slovenia before, during, and after the COVID-19 pandemic, with particular emphasis on mental health outcomes. Findings reveal a marked decline in life satisfaction across family life, friendships, and body image, with negative changes disproportionately affecting girls and young people of lower socio-economic status. During the pandemic, around one-fifth of respondents reported rarely or never experiencing positive emotions, while one-third frequently encountered negative states such as sadness, fear, or anger. Loneliness emerged as a significant concern, particularly among girls, though age-specific patterns differed between the two countries. Despite this, most young people retained access to supportive social networks, which served as an important protective factor. On the other hand, the post-pandemic period showed improvements in subjective well-being, which included stronger social connectedness and more positive emotional states. However, persistent vulnerabilities remain, particularly among girls, the youngest cohort, and youth from disadvantaged backgrounds. Keywords: life satisfaction, subjective well-being, youth vulnerabilities, mental health, COVID-19 pandemic Published in DKUM: 09.09.2025; Views: 0; Downloads: 7
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