bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Covid-19 Policy at the Village level: Analysis of P TC-19 in Handling Covid-19 in Panggungharjo Village
Authors:   Universitas Muhammadiyah Yogyakarta, Yogar Bagaskoro Nur Abu , Sakir  ,   Universitas Muhammadiyah Yogyakarta, Prasetyo Satria Imam ,   Universitas Muhammadiyah Yogyakarta
Published: January 2024

The background of this study is the covid-19 virus outbreak which has an impact on the health sector in the Special Region of Yogyakarta (DIY). The problem urges the Panggungharjo Village Government to innovate public services, especially digital-based public services to minimize physical contact. Answering these problems, the Panggungharjo Village Government made Panggungharjo Covid-19 Response (PTC-19). Through PTC-19, it is expected to suppress the growth rate of the COVID-19 virus outbreak in the local area. The research method uses a qualitative type with a case study approach. The data in this study were obtained through in-depth interviews, as well as literature studies taken through a number of previous studies. The data obtained were analyzed using Qualitative Data Analysis Software with a cross tab feature in NVivo 12 Pro. In addition, the data analyzed also using interactive model techniques through three aspects of analysis, including: data reduction, data presentation, and drawing conclusions. The purpose of this study is to determine the public policy cycle in PTC-19. Researchers use William Dunn's public policy cycle theory which has three indicators, 1) Agenda Formulating, 2) Policy Formulation (Policy Implementation), 3) Policy Legitimacy (Monitoring and Evaluation). This theory makes it easier for researchers to identify the problems behind the creation of PTC-19, available facilities, and monitoring and evaluation of PTC-19.
Sikap Masyarakat Terhadap Pemilu Presiden 2024: Studi Kasus Desa Jebeng Kecamatan Slahung
Authors:   Universitas Muhammadiyah Ponorogo, Wardana Yusuf Vreda Adi , Hilman Yusuf Adam ,   Universitas Muhammadiyah Ponorogo, Harsono Jusuf ,   Universitas Muhammadiyah Ponorogo, Widyahseno Bambang ,   Universitas Muhammadiyah Ponorogo
Published: January 2024

Pemilihan presiden merupakan sebuah bentuk demokrasi yang dilaksanakandi Indonesia. Dalam hal tersebut masyarakat menyikapi dengan berbagai persepsi. Sikap masyarakat dalam menanggapi pemilihan presiden yang akan dilakukan pada tahun 2024 memiliki berbagai macam. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode deskriptif kualitatif dengan teknik wawancara bersama informan yaitu masyarakat Desa Jembeng Kecamatan Slahung. Penggunaan metode ini sebagai cara untuk memperkuat data yang akan di dapat oleh peneliti. Dan penggunaan metode dokumentasi yaitu dengan mencocokkan hasil temuan di lapangan dengan tanggapan masyarakat. Hasil dari penelitian ini adalah masyarakat Desa Jebeng Kecamatan Slahung mengetahui pemilihan presiden melalui baliho-baliho yang dipasang dipinggir jalan. Masyarakat juga memiliki pengetahuan tentang pemilu presiden 2024 dan beberapa peluang pasangan calon yang akan menang.
Feminisme Masa Kolonialisme: Representasi Perempuan pada Karakter Nyai Ontosoroh dalam Film Bumi Manusia
Authors:   Universitas Brawijaya, Aryani Nur Luthfia Dwi
Published: January 2024

Penelitian ini membahas tentang film Bumi Manusia dengan genre historikal, kolonial maupun sejarah memiliki tampilan seni tersendiri, film ini mengusung nilai feminisme dalam merepresentasikan perempuan. Ideologi feminisme ini melahirkan kesadaran atas suatu keinginan para perempuan dari semua kalangan untuk mendapatkan hak yang sama dengan para laki-laki dan dapat terbebas dari tindakan resisme, stereotip, hegemoni, dominasi dan kekerasan yang banyak dipraktekan pada masyarakat umum. Tujuan penelitian adalah untuk mengetahui bagaimana representasi feminisme perempuan masa kolonial yang digambarkan pada karakter Nyai Ontosoroh dalam film Bumi Manusia. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode kualitatif deskriptif dengan analisis wacana kritis Sara Mills. Teknik analisis data dengan cara pengumpulan dan analisis data, mengkategorikan posisi subjek-objek, melakukan analisis wacana kritis Sara Mills dan membuat kesimpulan berdasarkan hasil analisis, Dari hasil penelitian ini dapat disimpulkan bahwa representasi perempuan pada karakter Nyai Ontosoroh dalam film Bumi Manusia, dimana dinyatakan bahwa perempuan digambarkan melalui posisi subyek yang dipegang oleh karakter lain pada film, sutradara ataupun penulis karya adaptasi dari film tersebut yang merupakan novel dengan judul sama. Perempuan direpresentasikan memiliki keberanian yang sejalur dengan nilai feminisme itu sendiri. Terdapat beberapa pihak yang mencoba untuk menghancurkan agen feminisme pada perempuan, yang memicu perlawanan dari pihak-pihak yang memiliki aliran dan pemahaman yang sama. Nyai Ontosoroh memiliki keberanian yang besar untuk menentang ketidakadilan-ketidakadilan yang terus menerus datang padanya. Keberanian yang ditunjukkan sejatinya memiliki nilai yang positif, namun banyak pihak yang menentang keberanian tersebut.
Prokrastinasi Akademik Mahasiswa Tingkat Akhir: Studi tentang Hubungan Locus of Control dan Strategi Coping
Authors:   Universitas Brawijaya, Enindari Woro Nauraningrum , Nurmala Sukma
Published: January 2024

Tujuan dilakukannya penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui hubungan locus of control dan strategi coping dengan prokrastinasi akademik mahasiswa tingkat akhir. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kuantitatif korelasional dengan melibatkan 138 partisipan. Kriteria responden dalam penelitian ini adalah mahasiswa tingkat akhir aktif (semester 7 ke atas) pada perguruan tinggi di Indonesia dan sedang mengerjakan skripsi. Terdapat 3 alat ukur yang digunakan yaitu The Multidimensional Locus of Control IPC Scale (2011), Academic Coping Strategy Scale (2017), dan Skala Prokrastinasi Akademik (2020). Hasil dari penelitian ini menunjukan adanya hubungan positif (arah hubungan berbanding lurus) antara locus of control dengan prokrastinasi akademik dan hubungan negatif (arah hubungan berbanding terbalik) antara strategi coping dengan prokrastinasi akademik.
Implementasi Kebijakan Simantri dan Sipadu dalam Kajian Green Politics
Authors:   Universitas Udayana, Sahri Mat
Published: January 2024

The empowerment of the agricultural sector in accelerating technology transfer through the SIMANTRI program in Bali has been ongoing for over ten years and has been further developed into the SIPADU program, which has been fully handed over to the Gapoktan as the implementer. Field facts indicate that there are still challenges in optimizing the program, such as undernourished breeding cows, suboptimal processing of cattle waste into solid and liquid organic fertilizers, conflicts of interest among other agricultural institutions, and the failure of Gapoktan to maintain its existence. The research objective is to analyze the extent to which the implementation of Gapoktan 356 Sari Buana aligns with the SIMANTRI and SIPADU policies in the context of green politics, as well as the impact on the traditional subak organization. This research adopts a descriptive qualitative approach. The analysis process utilizes John Barry's Green Politics theory, focusing on aspects of distributive justice, democratization process, and ecological sustainability. The study is conducted in Antapan Village, Baturiti District, Bali. The research participants consist of 9 individuals selected through purposive sampling. Data collection techniques include interviews, observations, and documentation. The research analysis reveals that, theoretically, the SIMANTRI and SIPADU program policies have implemented the concepts of Green Politics, aiming towards sustainable agricultural development in Bali. However, in the program implementation phase, the analysis of Gapoktan 356 Sari Buana, in terms of distributive justice, democratization process, and ecological sustainability, cannot be deemed successful as it has not fulfilled the elements of sustainable societies and a symbiotic moral relationship with the environment. The presence of Gapoktan 356 Sari Buana has demonstrated a positive impact on the subak institution.
Pemetaan Kejahatan Transnasional Small Arms and Light Weapons Trade
Authors:   Universitas Brawijaya, Azzahra Nashiva
Published: January 2024

The Small Arms and Light Weapons (SALW) trade is one of the most lucrative forms of transnational crime. War and conflict will always exist throughout human history, and to win a war, weapons are needed, so there will always be a market for SALW, especially in conflict-prone or politically unstable countries such as Somalia. Historically, the arms trade in Africa has existed since colonial times, but with the onset of the Cold War accompanied by proxy wars and the rise and fall of governments followed by civil wars, as well as the rise of globalization that provides easier access to any goods, SALW is increasingly mushrooming in Africa, especially in Somalia which is one of the most troubled and weak countries on the continent. It is undeniable that illegal weapons entering the country come from various sources and involve the cooperation of various actors or other parties smuggling into Somalia. Therefore, SALW trafficking is a transnational crime with a complex nature, which makes this phenomenon interesting to analyse in more depth. This research paper intended to explain how SLAW is in Somalia and the preventive measures Somalia and United Nations (UN) have tried to slow down or eradicate the trend of SLAW in Somalia.
Instrumental Relations: Society and Dramatic Reflection: Focusing on My Haebang Ilji
Authors:   Korean Language & Literature, Park Mi-kyoung
Published: January 2024

This paper focuses on the three Yeom siblings, who are the main characters in My Haebang Ilji, who represent their 20s and 30s, and show the difficulty of establishing personal relationships by being hurt and frustrated in their relationships with others. The failure to establish relationships in My Haebang Ilji reminds us of the problematic reality that young people in Korean society are currently experiencing. Accordingly, this paper explores the causes of impersonal and instrumental relationships reproduced in My Haebang Ilji, analyzes the instrumentalization patterns centered on the characters, and examines the characters' reactions and ways of overcoming them. To this end, we examined how the main characters of My Haebang Iljil are objectified as tools or means, through the way objectification is realized based on the relational theory of Martin Buber, a philosopher of human relations theory. Next, we examined the main characters' reactions to the instrumental relationship society and how each of them changes in their own way.
The instrumental relationships shown in My Haebang Ilji can be seen to be derived from the negativity of reality, such as individualism, centralism, poor bonds of unstable irregular workers, and performanceism and materialism of the younger generation who have internalized infinite competition under the neoliberal economic system. In this instrumental relational society, the three siblings are hurt and frustrated, but they find their own true way of relating to each other, and show the possibility of liberation from non-subjective objectification. In the drama My Haebang Ilji, it was also shown that true relationship can begin when we face each other not as a thing, but as an I-you, that is, a person and a person. In the course of this study, we were able to see that the ontological concern about 'what is human existence' is ultimately replaced by the relationship between the characters in My Haebang Ilji and leads to an opportunity for dramatic reflection. Above all, the search for the spiritual values that we need to recover and a better place in life through dramatic imagination can be evaluated as providing an opportunity for reflection through television dramas.
A Study on Ethical Subjects in Kim Hyang-sook's Novels
Authors:   Korean Language & Literature, Hong Hye-weon
Published: January 2024

This paper examines the formation process of an ethical subject and its meaning in Kim Hyang-sook's short stories, “Tunnel of Fire” (1988) and “Sound of Calling” (1986). What is important in the subjectification process of human existence is exploring its identity through relationships with others. The ‘ethical subject’ that Judith Butler focused on can be said to be a concept that shows how a subject can be formed through interaction with all others surrounding existence, that is, through address. If humans can be fundamentally constituted by relationships with others, then the subject is a vulnerable, dependent, opaque being. In order for an opaque subject to become an ethical subject, he or she must be able to acknowledge his or her limitations and adopt an open attitude toward the other, another ‘me.’ And ethics can be formed based on compassion and empathy toward them.
As a result of analyzing Kim Hyang-sook's novel based on this concept of ethical subject, Unsuk in “Tunnel of Fire” is an opaque subject who is hurt by relationships with others and continues her life by them. In order for Unsuk to have a more expanded perspective on the world, speaking as an act must continue, and the bond of exchange with others must not be lost. However, in the novel, Unsuk expresses the pain of losing his son and the difficulty of talking to his daughter in a situation where even she does not understand him. Of course, silence is also a language that reveals sadness and pain, but it is difficult to view it as an attitude of ethical openness toward others.
In the case of “Sounds of Calling,” Ungchondaek has continuously denied relationships with others. I thought I could gain peace of mind by not interacting with others. However, in response to her husband appearing in her dreams for the first time in thirty years, she shows change through her murmurs explaining her own life. Ungchondaek recognizes himself as a vulnerable subject through talking to him, and shows his transformation into an ethical subject by accepting a girl who has nowhere to go. Her crying at the end of the work adds to the sense of reality by showing that recognition and care for others is not easy.
The Fear of Korean : The semantic analysis of ‘keop’
Authors:   Korean Language & Literature, Lee Jeong-ae
Published: January 2024

The purpose of this study is to analyze the meaning of the Korean emotion word ‘겁(keop)’ by applying the NSM proposed by Wierzbicka. NSM is a very linguistically and culturally neutral approach and is known to be very useful for cross-cultural comparative research based on the ethnopragmatics. This study attempted to explain the meaning of ‘keop’ by constructing a cognitive scenario with an explanatory framework consisting of canon sentences based on semantic primitives that can be universally understood in any language and their combination, syntax.
First, ‘keop’ (1) which expresses [fear] of physical damage or threats, ‘keop’ (2) which expresses the unknown [fear] of something bad that might happen, ‘keop’ (3) which expresses the anxiety that something bad might happen, ‘keop’ (4), which is expressed in [guilt] of doing something very bad, and ‘keop’ (5), which expresses [embarrassment] when something unexpected happens. This meaning of ‘keop’ can also be compared to the meaning of emotional words such as ‘fright, fear, dread, guilt, surprised’ in English. However, the English word for ‘keop’ cannot be found, and it can only be said to be an emotional key word that comes from the cultural background of the Korean language.
Exploring Adolescents’ Attitudes Toward Mental Health Apps: Concurrent Mixed Methods Study (Preprint)
Authors: Høgsdal Helene , Kyrrestad Henriette , Rye Marte , Kaiser Sabine
Published: January 2024

BACKGROUND

Adolescence is a critical time in which many psychological disorders develop. Mental health promotion is important, especially during this period. In recent years, an increasing number of mobile apps geared toward mental health promotion and preventing mental illness have been developed specifically for adolescents, with the goal of strengthening their mental health and well-being.

OBJECTIVE

This study aims to explore adolescents’ attitudes toward mental health apps, as well as the perceived usefulness of mental health apps.

METHODS

In this mixed methods study, a total of 183 adolescents (mean age 15.62, SD 3.21 years) answered a cross-sectional questionnaire, with 10 questions (eg, “What do you think about mental health apps in general?”). To complement the quantitative findings, individual interviews were conducted with 9 adolescents, during which they could elaborate on their opinions about mental health apps.

RESULTS

A total of 30% (56/183) of the adolescents in the quantitative study had used a mental health app. Over half of the respondents (77/126, 61.1%) reported that they would use a mental health app if they had a mental health problem as well as that they thought mental health apps were somewhat or very useful (114/183, 62.3%). Availability was the most frequently reported advantage of mental health apps (107/183, 58.8%). Possible associated costs of mental health apps were the most frequently mentioned barrier to their use (87/183, 47.5%). Findings from the interviews also pointed to the importance of the availability of mental health apps as well as their credibility and potential to provide adolescents with autonomy when seeking mental health advice and help.

CONCLUSIONS

Overall, the results indicate that adolescents have a positive attitude toward and an interest in mental health apps. However, adolescents are also more or less unaware of such apps, which might be one reason why they are often not used. The findings of this study have important implications for future research on mental health apps and for developers of mental health apps that target young people. The insights gained from this study can inform the development of more effective mental health apps that better meet the needs and preferences of adolescents.
Comparative Effectiveness: Health Communication on the Internet, mHealth, and Social Media vs. Traditional Methods - A Nursing Student's Perspective (Preprint)
Authors: Hamarash Mariwan Qadir , Ibrahim Radhwan , Yaas Marghoob Hussein , Abdulghani Mohammed Faris , Al Mushhadany Osama
Published: January 2024

BACKGROUND

Effective communication is integral to healthcare, especially for nursing students who represent the future of healthcare delivery. In the dynamic landscape of nursing education in Iraq, where challenges such as resource constraints and infrastructural limitations persist, understanding communication modalities becomes crucial.

OBJECTIVE

This mixed-methods study, conducted in two nursing colleges, explores and compares the effectiveness of health communication on the Internet, through mobile health (mHealth) applications, and via social media among nursing students.

METHODS

The research, addressing a gap in understanding communication modalities specific to Iraq, employs a nuanced approach to explore the perspectives, experiences, and challenges faced by nursing students. The study involves qualitative interviews with a purposive sample (n=30) and a structured survey distributed to a larger sample (n=300) representing diverse educational programs.

RESULTS

Qualitative findings highlight nursing students' reliance on the Internet for educational materials and the significant role of mHealth applications in clinical skill development. Social media platforms emerge as community-building tools. Traditional methods, including face-to-face interactions and practical experiences, are valued for developing essential skills. Quantitative results underscore high-frequency Internet use (92%) for educational purposes, regular mHealth application usage (68%) in clinical settings, and active engagement on social media platforms (80%). Face-to-face interactions (72%) and practical, hands-on experiences (85%) remain preferred traditional methods. The study reveals a preference among nursing students for an integrated approach, recognizing the complementary strengths of traditional and digital methods. Challenges include concerns about information accuracy and ethical considerations in digital spaces.

CONCLUSIONS

The findings suggest the need for curriculum adjustments that seamlessly integrate diverse communication modalities to create a dynamic and engaging learning environment. Educators play a pivotal role in shaping this integration, emphasizing the enduring value of face-to-face interactions and practical experiences while harnessing the benefits of digital resources. Ethical considerations in the digital realm are acknowledged, highlighting the need for clear guidelines on professional behavior online. The study expands the understanding of communication modalities among nursing students in Iraq and provides valuable insights for stakeholders in healthcare education. The findings contribute to the global discourse on healthcare communication and education, emphasizing the importance of preparing nursing students for the evolving healthcare landscape through a balanced and integrated approach.
Correction: A Machine Learning Model to Predict Patients’ Adherence Behavior and a Decision Support System for Patients With Metastatic Breast Cancer: Protocol for a Randomized Controlled Trial (Preprint)
Authors: Masiero Marianna , Spada Gea Elena , Sanchini Virginia , Munzone Elisabetta , Pietrobon Ricardo , Teixeira Lucas , Valencia Mirtha , Machiavelli Aline , Fragale Elisa , Pezzolato Massimo , Pravettoni Gabriella
Published: January 2024

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Enhancing Regulatory Compliance in Research Electronic Data Capture (REDCap): the MHRAFix external module (Preprint)
Authors: Appelbe D E , Barber V S , Eldridge L , Black J
Published: January 2024

BACKGROUND

Nearly every clinical trial that takes place makes use of electronic data collection (EDC) to ensure that data is collected in a secure and transparent manner. It is essential that all electronic data collection systems comply with the appropriate regulations, and in 2021 the United Kingdom’s Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) published a blog article titled “Is your eSystem actually an eCRF (electronic case report form)?” highlighting areas in which many electronic data collection systems were not complying with the existing regulations. Following a review of the REDCap data collection system used by the a large UK based academic Clinical Trials Unit(CTU) an extension to REDCap has been written to address these areas of non-compliance.

OBJECTIVE

Create and implement an external module for the Research Electronic Data Capture system to provide additional compliance to regulatory agency expectations.

METHODS

An extension has been written using the inbuilt external modules feature within REDCap. This extension adds to the existing functionality to provide “Default reasons for change”, “Real time data saving”, “Enhanced review of data changes” and “Modified form editing rights” to ensure compliance with the issues identified in the 2021 MHRA blog.

RESULTS

An external module for REDCap has been produced to aid in ensuring REDCap’s compliance with GCP.

CONCLUSIONS

Whilst the direct replication of processes that are utilised when collecting data on paper CRFs and then transferring that data to an EDC is beyond the scope of this paper, it is important to note that at the heart of the 2021 MHRA blog [1] is the desire to ensure that there is complete transparency and a clear understanding of changes to data as it is collected. This module builds upon REDCap's core functionality to allow system users to comply with the principles of GCP as per the expectations raised in the cited article from the MHRA, which should reassure the competent authorities on the suitability of REDCap for use in clinical trials, especially in the academic setting.
App-Based Mindfulness Meditation and Sleep: A Randomized Controlled Trial Testing If Headspace Improves Subjective and Objective Sleep Outcomes (Preprint)
Authors: Torok Zoltan Andre , Gavrilova Larisa , Patel Amish , Zawadzki Matthew Jason
Published: January 2024

BACKGROUND

Improving sleep is critical to short-term and long-term health. Although in-person meditation training has been shown to improve sleep, there is a gap in our understanding of whether apps that teach self-guided meditation are also effective.

OBJECTIVE

We tested whether Headspace improves sleep quality, tiredness, sleep duration, and efficiency.

METHODS

Staff employees (n = 132; aged M = 38.5, SD = 11.1; 76.5% female; 54.5% non-Hispanic White or 22.0% Hispanic) from a university in California’s San Joaquin Valley participated in the study. Participants were randomized to complete 10 minutes of daily meditation via the Headspace app for eight weeks or waitlist control. Sleep was assessed using ecological momentary assessment (a morning diary for sleep quality and fatigue) and objective sleep duration and efficiency assessment using a Fitbit Charge 2. Participants completed an initial four-day burst as part of the baseline session and then four-day bursts two, five, and eight weeks after the first day of data at baseline.

RESULTS

Multilevel modeling revealed that those in the Headspace condition, compared to the baseline session, reported better sleep quality at sessions 2 (p = .033), 5 (p < .001), and 8 (p = .037), a decrease in tiredness at session 5 (p = .001) but not at sessions 2 or 8 (ps > .96), and improved sleep efficiency at session 2 (p = .027) but not at sessions 5 or 8 (ps > .32).

CONCLUSIONS

The current study continues adding to the ever-developing field of mHealth apps by demonstrating that Headspace improved sleep quality, tiredness, and efficiency.

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ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier: NCT03652168
Telemedicine and Patient Experience Ratings at an Academic Integrative Medicine Practice: Retrospective Examination (Preprint)
Authors: Meltzer Ellen , Wilshusen Laurie , Abdulwadood Isra , Yee Claire , Sherman Amy , Strader Kelli , Thomley Barbara , Millstine Denise , Tilburt Jon , Fields Heather , Bergstrom Larry , Patchett David , Camoriano John , Bauer Brent
Published: January 2024

BACKGROUND

The use of telemedicine (TELE) increased exponentially during the COVID-19 pandemic. While patient experience with TELE has been studied in other medical disciplines, its impact and applicability to integrative medicine practices remain unknown.

OBJECTIVE

The aim of this study is to assess the impact of visit modality, TELE versus face-to-face (F2F) encounters, on patient experience at an integrative medicine practice at a single academic medical center. Given the significant role of the patient-physician relationship, therapeutic presence, and touch in integrative medicine, we hypothesized that TELE would result in reduced patient experience compared to traditional F2F encounters.

METHODS

A retrospective examination of Press Ganey surveys at an academic, consultative, and integrative medicine practice was conducted. Anonymous surveys completed by patients, older than 18 years of age, who had TELE or F2F appointments from April 1, 2020, to March 31, 2023, were included. At our medical center, patients commonly travel in from out of state for complex care. We examined percentage “top box” scores (ie, the percentage of respondents who selected the most positive response category on the survey, “very good”), across a variety of experience metrics. ANOVA and chi-square analyses were completed, with a significance threshold of P<.05.

RESULTS

Over the 36 months, a total of 1066 surveys were completed and returned (TELE: n=333; F2F: n=733). Overall, 73% (n=778) of respondents were female with an average age of 57.6 (SD 13.84) years. Most patients were English-speaking (n=728, 99.3%), White (n=1059, 92.7%), and not Hispanic or Latino (n=985, 92.4%). There was significantly higher satisfaction with access to care for TELE visits compared to F2F visits. There were no differences in satisfaction with the care provider or in overall experience. When examining the specific aspects of using technology during TELE visits, there were no differences in audio quality, visual quality, or ease of talking to the care provider based on sex. There was, however, a difference in video quality based on age, where those 80 years and older rated significantly lower video quality compared to all other age groups.

CONCLUSIONS

Top-level patient experience can be attained with TELE integrative medicine visits. Additional studies, particularly those correlating positive experience findings with specific behaviors used during TELE visits, would further our understanding of the integrative medicine patient experience. In the meantime, efforts should be made to ensure a policy that promotes the ongoing provision of TELE in integrative medicine.
Technology-based psychotherapeutic interventions for decreasing cannabis use in people with psychosis: a systematic review update (Preprint)
Authors: Tatar Ovidiu , Bakouni Hamzah , Abdel-Baki Amal , Jutras-Aswad Didier
Published: January 2024

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We updated our 2020 systematic review related to the role of technology-based psychological interventions (TBPIs) to decrease cannabis use in individuals with psychosis. Two quantitative studies showed promising results of internet or virtual reality-based psychological interventions that incorporate cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing and psychoeducation principles on cannabis use outcomes. A qualitative exploratory study provided an integrative synthesis of patient and clinician opinions pertaining to the use of psychological approaches and technology to tackle cannabis misuse in individuals with psychosis. More clinically tested TBPIs are needed as our comprehensive review shows that only 11 studies have been published so far.
EPIDEMIOLOGY OF HYPERTENSIVE DISORDERS OF PREGNANCY IN INDIA
Authors: SINGH PRAVEEN , ARNOTE POOJA , THAKUR KAJAL
Published: January 2024

Objective: To assess the amount of proteinuria in preeclamptic pregnant women by comparing the spot urine protein/creatinine ratio with the traditional 24 h urine protein collection method. The purpose of the study was to evaluate the spot urine protein/creatinine ratio's diagnostic accuracy and usefulness for proteinuria in this particular patient group.

Methods: transversal research. Ages 18 to 40, gestational age greater than 20 w, and a diagnosis of hypertension (BP ≥140/90 mmHg) with proteinuria are the selection criteria. Chronic renal illness, recurrent urinary tract infections, birth prior to a 24 h urine collection period are all considered exclusion factors.

Results: 28.9 y is the mean age, with 45.55% primigravida and 65.55% multigravida. Systolic blood pressure: 94.98 mmHg±8.54. Abnormalities in liver function include total bilirubin (90%), ALT (60%), and AST (60%). Urine protein average over 24 h: 1884 mg/d±2562.

Conclusion: India's HDP epidemiology is complicated and impacted by a wide range of variables. Research and medical interventions must be customized. Additional research is essential for managing and preventing problems in this multicultural country.
CLINICO-EPIDEMIOLOGICAL PROFILE AND HOSPITAL OUTCOMES OF COVID-19 PATIENTS DURING ALL THREE WAVES, AN EXPERIENCE FROM A RURAL TERTIARY CARE CENTER, EASTERN UTTAR PRADESH, INDIA
Authors: SHUKLA SURABHI , GOYAL NAVEEN , RAI PRIYANKA , SHARMA SWARAJ , MAURYA VINOD KUMAR , GUPTA VIKAS KUMAR
Published: January 2024

Objective: In this study, an attempt has been made to report the clinical profile, exposure characteristics and outcomes of the COVID-19 patients admitted to our rural tertiary care facility.

Methods: It is a single-centric retrospective observational study and includes data from January 2020 to March 2022. The data were retrieved from patient files. We have recorded patient demography, clinical and laboratory parameters and outcome of the patients. Patients were categorized based on disease severity according to WHO guidelines. Appropriate statistical analysis was applied and p value<0.05 was considered as significant.

Results: A total of 2339 patients were included in this study. Total males were 67%, mean age group was 45.43±18.48 y (0 to 101 y), with majority belonging to 46-60 y age group (27.2%). Total comorbid patients were 29.3% with 9.4% accounting for more than one comorbidities. Most common comorbidity noted was diabetes mellitus 15.8% followed by hypertension 13.4%. Total mortality was noted to be 16.2%. Fever was the most common symptom (92%) followed by cough (51%) and myalgia (30%). Disease severity and outcome was significantly correlated with advancing age and the presence of underlying comorbidities.

Conclusion: Rural population had comparable proportion of comorbidities as well as mortality. Common risk factors for severe disease in rural setting were similar to urban setting and old age and more than one comorbidities. Country-wide rural data should be collected for a better understanding of COVID-19 disease in rural and remote population.
Análisis contrastivo discursivo en tres lenguas: español, inglés y chino para la enseñanza de ele
Authors: Granda Dahan Beatriz
Published: January 2024

Se expone la manera en la que tres lenguas, español, inglés y chino, se actualizan para expresar el pasado en contextos discursivos específicos; en particular, el texto se enfoca en la comparación del uso de pretérito y copretérito (Pret/Copret) del español con las formas del pasado del inglés y del chino para expresar la secuencia narrativa o primer plano de la narración (pp) y la descripción de entidades y circunstancias que conforman la escenografía de los relatos o plano de fondo (pf) narrativo. Esta perspectiva discursiva nos permite mostrar cómo, a pesar de la diversidad de recursos lingüísticos que conforman los códigos sistémicos de las lenguas, hay ciertos principios generales que hacen posible expresar de manera simbólica una misma realidad con características formales diferentes.
Se hace énfasis en la comparación del uso de esta morfología con diferentes tipos de aspecto léxico o semántico inherentes al verbo (estados, actividades, realizaciones y logros). Se toman en cuenta algunas combinaciones que son las primeras en ser adquiridas, de acuerdo con investigaciones sobre el tema (Bardovi-Harlig, 2000; Bardovi-Harlig y Comajoan- Colomé, 2020; Comajoan-Colomé, 2014; Granda, 2008b; Granda y Salaberry, 2013; entre otras).
Para facilitar el contraste entre las lenguas, los ejemplos se acompañan de esquemas visuales vinculados con una perspectiva cognitiva de la gramática, en el entendido de que esta forma de representación, de naturaleza icónica, hace más accesible la comparación.
El propósito de este estudio es ofrecer a docentes de ele una visión más global del contraste entre lenguas y así contribuir a la enseñanza de esta morfología verbal en el salón de clases desde el nivel inicial (A2).
La mediación lingüística y cultural en el proceso de enseñanza-aprendizaje de lenguas extranjeras
Authors: Michienzi Rossella
Published: January 2024

A partir de un análisis del Volumen Complementario del Marco Común Europeo de Referencia de las Lenguas: aprendizaje, enseñanza, evaluación (Consejo de Europa, 2020), la argumentación se centra en el concepto de mediación en cuanto instrumento privilegiado de co-construcción de significado que, en línea con un enfoque básicamente orientado a la acción, puede llegar a tener un impacto radical en la pedagogía de la enseñanza de idiomas.
Risk Eating Behavior, Family Functioning, Parental Practices and Parenting Styles Dyad Mother-Children/Conductas alimentarias de riesgo, funcionamiento familiar, prácticas maternales, y estilos de crianza en la díada madre-hijo
Authors: Escamilla-Gutiérrez María Luisa , Cruz-Ramírez Nelly , Ramos-Hernández Brenda Karina , Ramírez-Reséndiz Rosa Guadalupe , Arrieta-Villarreal Juan Luis , Guzmán-Saldaña Rebeca , Bosques-Brugada Lilián Elizabeth
Published: January 2024

This study aimed to establish the relationship between Risk Eating Behaviors (CAR), family functioning, parenting practices and styles. An experimental, cross-sectional design was used, with a type of correlative study; through a non-probabilistic sampling, N=67 mother-child dyads, n=67 primary school students (50.7% men; 49.3% women), with an average age of 10.16 years (D. E.= 0.68) and their mothers, with an average age of 37.8 years (D.E.= 3.82). The following instruments were applied: Scale of Risk Factors Associated with Eating Disorders (EFRATA-II), Family Functioning Scale, Parenting Practices Perception Scale for Children (EPPCN), and Parenting Styles Scale. Significant correlations were found between the variables, with the exception of CAR in men and the parenting styles perceived by mothers. The results enable the generation of programs for the prevention of risky eating behaviors, involving mothers as a support network for preteens
Malestar psicológico y rendimiento académico en estudiantes de medicina: un estudio comparativo por sexo
Authors: Jaimes-Medrano Aurora Leonila , Aburto-Arciniega Mónica Beatriz , Urrutia-Aguilar María Esther , Caraveo-Anduaga Jorge Javier
Published: January 2024

Introducción: El malestar psicológico es frecuente entre el alumnado de medicina, con mayor porcentaje en las mujeres. En el primer año de la licenciatura los/las estudiantes experimentan cambios en su estilo de vida debido a las demandas académicas propias de la formación médica, lo cual puede tener un impacto negativo en su rendimiento académico.
Objetivo: Analizar las diferencias entre las y los estudiantes de primer año de medicina de la Facultad de Medicina de la UNAM con malestar psicológico y su relación con el rendimiento académico.
Método: Estudio descriptivo, observacional y de corte transversal. La muestra fue de 356 alumnos/as de primer año de medicina. El malestar psicológico se midió con el Cuestionario General de Salud (CGS-12). La variable dependiente fue el rendimiento académico, que se obtuvo con el promedio de las calificaciones del segundo examen departamental de las asignaturas de ciencias básicas.
Resultados: El 53.9% del alumnado presentó malestar psicológico, 70% de ellos corresponde a las mujeres. Se encontraron diferencias significativas entre el promedio de las calificaciones de las y los estudiantes de medicina con malestar psicológico.
Conclusiones: Es necesario implementar intervenciones específicas con enfoques cognitivo-conductual y/o conductual-contextual que favorezcan el desarrollo de la autoeficacia entre las estudiantes con malestar psicológico, dado que en la última década se ha observado un mayor porcentaje de mujeres en la matrícula total de la licenciatura de médico cirujano. Asimismo, se debe coadyuvar en un mejor rendimiento académico y reducir el riesgo de deserción escolar, además de fomentar su bienestar mental y físico.
¿Control interno o difuso de convencionalidad? Una mejor idea: la garantía de tratados
Authors: Castilla Juárez Karlos
Published: January 2024

El término control de convencionalidad se ha utilizado ya por seis años por la Corte Interamericana de Derechos Humanos. Pese a su aparente desarrollo evolutivo, un estudio detallado de la jurisprudencia y estudios académicos que respecto a éste se han escrito, nos muestran que más bien ha tenido un desarrollo inconsistente por la irregularidad de su uso, su forzado paralelismo con el control de constitucionalidad y su construcción a partir de sólo una parte de la jurisprudencia que lo recoge, pero no la totalidad de ésta. Ante ello, se deben corregir todas sus inconsistencias y construir un sistema que permita de mejor manera los fines que con la introducción de ese término buscaba el tribunal interamericano. Para ello, en este artículo se propone la creación de un nuevo sistema o el ajuste del creado a partir de la idea de la garantía de tratados, al quedar demostrada la debilidad de la teoría hasta hoy construida tanto por la Corte Interamericana como por la doctrina que apoya sin cuestionamiento sus ideas.
Empresas y derechos humanos: ¿Hacia una regulación jurídica efectiva, o el mantenimiento del status quo?
Authors: Cantú Rivera Humberto Fernando
Published: January 2024

Este artículo aborda el desarrollo, a nivel internacional, de la discusión sobre el control efectivo de las empresas transnacionales en materia de derechos humanos. Así, se centra en las diferentes perspectivas de regulación existentes desde la década de 1970 en el seno de la ONU, hasta el comienzo de actividades del grupo de trabajo sobre el tema de los derechos humanos y las empresas transnacionales y otras empresas comerciales en 2011. Se discute también sobre las diferencias entre la responsabilidad social empresarial y la responsabilidad empresarial en materia de derechos humanos, analizando luego las críticas y análisis del trabajo de John Ruggie, y esbozando algunas ideas en torno a posibles formas de regulación que podrían utilizarse en el futuro próximo.
La protección de los bienes jurídicos globales
Authors: Carrillo Santarelli Nicolás
Published: January 2024

Los bienes jurídicos globales son los intereses y valores protegidos en un espacio normativo de interacción global, y constituyen un mínimo común denominador que sustenta acciones jurídicas de protección e inspira u ordena estas acciones. Aquellos bienes están inscritos en un sistema de coordinación de múltiples niveles, en el cual acciones internacionales, internas y no estatales se complementan unas a otras de manera coordinada. Su reconocimiento es crucial en un mundo globalizado en el que acciones aisladas son incapaces de afrontar desafíos actuales, teniendo en cuenta que cada sociedad requiere determinado modelo jurídico y que las autoridades pueden proteger bienes jurídicos compartidos y con un origen distinto al local.
MedConnect PLUS: Health Management System
Authors: S Arun Kumar
Published: January 2024

Abstract: The utilization of mobile applications in healthcare represents a frontier of innovation with the potential, to significantly enhance patients' daily healthcare management. These applications have the capacity to improve the efficiency of healthcare delivery, ultimately leading to cost reduction, and play a pivotal role in disease prevention by influencing behavior change. The paper introduces a model for an interactive healthcare application designed to meet the collaborative needs of both doctors and patients. The envisioned mobile application seeks to optimize communication among various stakeholders in the healthcare sector, including doctors, pharmacists and patients, thereby enhancing overall healthcare service and delivery. Object Oriented Analysis is employed in the software development process. This proposed mobile application is geared towards facilitating effective communication by incorporating advanced technologies to streamline processes such as appointment scheduling, health record management, and patient-doctor interactions. Emphasis is placed on the application's commitment to data security and compliance with healthcare regulations, ensuring the protection of sensitive patient information within a secure environment. The user-friendly interfaces tailored for both patients and doctors highlight the application's intention to cultivate a more interconnected and accessible healthcare ecosystem.
To Conduct a Prospective Study on Pioglitazone Induced Kidney Injury in Tertiary Care Hospital
Authors: Archana B. , Vishwada Palla , Charani Yallapragada Sahithi Sri , Shri Dadi Sneha
Published: January 2024

Conducting a prospective study on kidney impairment caused by pioglitazone at tertiary care hospitals is the study's goal. The goal is to assess Pioglitazone, mortality, quality of life, and the degree of the medication's harmful side effects in diabetic patients. According to the "Pioglitazone-induced kidney injury" prospective study. Out of 350 trial participants, prolonged pioglitazone use in diabetic patients has been shown to raise serum creatinine levels by up to 11%. Additionally, individuals who have been using pioglitazone for six to ten years are more likely to experience renal injury, with males in the 50–60 year age range being the most common victims.

Keywords: Pioglitazone, diabetic, prospective, tertiary care, hospital.
Knowledge and perceptions about Cannabidiol use
Authors: Calleja Abigail , Szijj Janis Vella , Serracino-Inglott Anthony , Azzopardi Lilian M.
Published: January 2024

Background: Cannabidiol (CBD) is one of the main cannabinoids present in the cannabis plant. The demand for CBD grew over time with more individuals consuming CBD products due to its potential therapeutic properties. Objectives: To assess the knowledge and perceptions of Maltese members of the public and health care professionals (HCPs) about CBD, one of the main cannabinoids present in the cannabis plant. Methods: Surveys aiming to assess the knowledge and perception of the public and HCPs about CBD were developed, validated and disseminated. Results: Four hundred members of the public and 150 HCPs completed questionnaires. Ninety-six percent of participants (n=384) agreed that CBD has a therapeutic effect. Respondents from the general public were mostly knowledgeable about CBD and its use, had positive perceptions in relation to CBD and like HCPs, feel more comfortable if CBD is recommended by HCPs. HCPs were not so knowledgeable about certain aspects on CBD. One hundred and twelve HCPs were not aware that there is only one FDA/EMA approved CBD-based product. HCPs would feel comfortable in prescribing CBD products for pain and insomnia and the majority of them (55%; n=83) believe that CBD has mostly an analgesic effect. Social stigma associated with the use of CBD and potential judgement of HCPs were barriers to CBD use. Conclusion: Increased research, knowledge and availability of prescribing information and guidelines related CBD use might lead to an increased willingness of HCPs to recommend CBD and lead to a decrease in potential barriers associated with its use.

Keywords: Cannabidiol, positive perceptions, pain and insomnia
Gum Arabic: Can it replace sodium fluoride in toothpaste? “Comparison of their antibacterial activity against Streptococcus mutans”
Authors: Elmubarak Nuha Abdel-Rahman , Ibrahim Yahia Eltayeb , Gareeballah Abbas , Sanhouri Nada
Published: January 2024

Background: The effectiveness of fluoride in caries prevention isenhanced by its ability to reduce demineralization, promote remineralization, and antibacterial properties against streptococcus mutans. Interestingly, Gum Arabic has a remineralization effect similar to that of sodium fluoride.
Objectives: This study aimed to investigate the antibacterial activity of Gum Arabic processed by two methods against Streptococcus mutans and compare it to the antibacterial activity of various concentrations of sodium fluoride in order to compare their caries prevention capability.
Design: Antibacterial susceptibility tests for 200mg ethanolic extracts of mechanically ground and spray-dried Gum Arabic, as well as sodium fluoride at concentrations of 0.05% and 1.23% against S. mutans (ATCC 25175) were performed using the agar disc diffusion method. Chlorhexidine and Antibiotic multi-disc for gram-positive bacteria were used as positive controls, while ethanol 20%  as a negative control. The diameters of the inhibition zones were measured for all the materials under investigation.
Results: The diameters of the inhibition zones of the spray-dried and the mechanically ground Gum Arabic were (10.67 mm & 9.67mm), respectively, almost approximating each other. In comparison, sodium fluoride (0.05% wash and 1.23% gel) showed inhibition zones of diameters (0mm& 2.33mm), respectively.
Gum Arabic, with both processing methods, exhibited significantly higher antibacterial activity against S. mutans than sodium fluoride (0.05%, 1.23%)
Conclusion: Gum Arabic, either mechanically ground or spray-dried, is a partially active antibacterial against S. mutans. Gum Arabic is a more potent antibacterial against S. mutans than sodium fluoride.
Keywords:  Gum Arabic, Anti-caries, Sodium fluoride, Streptococcus mutans, Antibacterial activity