Inverge Journal of Social Sciences, IJSS

Scrolls and Shadows: Mapping the Silent Surge of Social Media Addiction and Social Anxiety through Bibliometric Analysis | Inverge Journal of Social Sciences The psychological landscape under the sparkling surface of likes, shares, and scrolling feeds is intricate and becoming more pressing. The current examination engages in a conceptual excavation of the growing interconnection between social media addiction (SMA) and social anxiety, questioning trends...

Practices and Support for the Professional Development of Novice Teachers in Public Elementary Schools: A Phenomenological Case Study | Inverge Journal of Social Sciences The study investigated the mentoring practices of senior teachers and school heads to facilitate the professional development of novice teachers (NT), particularly in enhancing lesson planning, classroom management, and pedagogical practices. This research was conducted as a phenomenological case st...

Investigating the Psychological Impact of Corrective Feedback on ESL Students’ Language Anxiety | Inverge Journal of Social Sciences This study investigates the psychological impact of corrective feedback on English as a Second Language (ESL) students' language anxiety using a quantitative research approach. Conducted among 80 intermediate-level ESL learners in Lahore and Karachi, Pakistan, the research examines how different typ...

Talent Development as a Tool to Achieve Competitive Advantage through Organizational Culture: A Moderation and Mediated Model to Prove the Relation | Inverge Journal of Social Sciences The principal motivation behind this investigation was to examine the strategic impact of talent development in achieving a sustainable competitive advantage for higher educational institutions in Karachi, Pakistan. The study also aimed to assess the mediating influence of interpersonal and organiza...

The Role of the Judiciary in Constitutional Interpretation in Pakistan | Inverge Journal of Social Sciences This study examines the evolving role of the judiciary in Pakistan in interpreting the Constitution, exploring how the courts have come to terms with their position as the primary interpreters of the Constitution. The problem with Pakistan is that the judiciary has a two-fold role in a democracy: pr...

Strengthening the Role of Financial Intelligence Units (FIUs) in Detecting and Preventing Complex Money Laundering Schemes | Inverge Journal of Social Sciences This study evaluates the technological readiness and policy robustness of Financial Intelligence Units (FIUs) in combating money laundering, focusing on the adoption of advanced analytics tools and the adequacy of Anti-Money Laundering (AML) legal frameworks. Data analysis reveals that AI-driven tra...

Unveiling Critical Success Factors for Skill-Based Education Programs: A Student-Centred Analysis in Pakistani Schools | Inverge Journal of Social Sciences Skill-based education is a key driver of economic development and empowerment in developing countries like Pakistan. This study examines crucial determinants enabling the practical application of skill-based educational programs in Pakistani schools from the perspective of 384 students, purposively....

Climate for Inclusion, Belongingness, and Discrimination: Their Influence on Job Satisfaction in Pakistan’s Public Hospitals | Inverge Journal of Social Sciences There is growing difficulty in the management of the new complex workforce in workplaces, especially in the health sector by human resource leaders. In the time diversity management has received attraction, there is scarce study inquiring about the combined effects on climate of relating inclusion,....

Quality Management in Education: Enhancing Student Outcomes through Total Quality Management (TQM) and ISO 21001 Frameworks | Inverge Journal of Social Sciences The pursuit of excellence in education has increasingly emphasized the need for systematic quality management frameworks. In this context, Total Quality Management (TQM) and ISO 21001 have emerged as pivotal approaches for educational institutions aiming to enhance student outcomes and institutional...

How can Financial Literacy Mitigate the Relationship between Behaviour Biases and Investment Decision-making? Evidence from Pakistan Stock Exchange | Inverge Journal of Social Sciences The study aims to analyse the influence of behavioural biases, such as overconfidence, risk aversion, and herding on investment decision-making. The authors additionally investigate how financial literacy moderates the association between behaviour biases and investing decision-making. The study emp...

Whispers Beneath the Corridor: Unearthing the Forgotten Knowledge of CPEC (2016–2024) | Inverge Journal of Social Sciences In the heart of South Asia, a quiet revolution is unfolding, one inscribed not on the grime of highways but in the nooks of research, diplomacy, and unspoken aspirations. The China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), a linchpin of China’s Belt and Road Initiative, is reshaping the region’s geopol...

A Synergistic Imperative: An Integrated Policy and Education Framework for Navigating the Climate Nexus | Inverge Journal of Social Sciences Climate change acts as a systemic multiplier of threats, exacerbating interconnected global crises that jeopardize food security, biodiversity, and environmental health. These challenges are compounded by socioeconomic inequalities and governance gaps, with vulnerable populations disproportionately....