bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Alzheimer Hastalığının Tespitinde Makine Öğrenmesi Algoritmalarının Karşılaştırılması
Authors: ŞAHİN SADIK Evin
Published: October 2022

Alzheimer's disease is a neurodegenerative disorder that causes loss of cognitive function and cognitive decline in individuals. Detection of the disease at an early stage is important to slow down the devastating effects of the disease. The use of an autonomous computerized support system that can assist specialist physicians in the diagnostic process saves time and helps reduce human error. For this reason, a high-accuracy classification study was aimed at utilizing different machine learning algorithms for early diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease. Within the scope of this study, an open source data set created with Electroencephalogram (EEG) signals from 24 healthy and 24 Alzheimer's patient volunteers was used. 28 features, including spectral and statistical features, were extracted from each channel of the EEG signals. The extracted features were evaluated to the feature importance algorithm and the five most significant features that could distinguish between Alzheimer's individuals and healthy individuals were determined. Four machine learning algorithms are trained with the determined features. 70% of the data was used for training and the algorithms were trained with a 10-fold cross-validation method. When the four machine learning algorithms were tested with the data reserved for testing, which the algorithms had not seen before, the highest accuracy was obtained with the Gradient Boosting Classifier (GBC) algorithm with 96.43%.
IMPLEMENTASI PEMBELAJARAN ONLINE TERHADAP KETERAMPILAN MENGKRITIK SASTRA
Authors: Herawati Parapat Lili , Lubis Khatib , Huda Rahmat
Published: October 2022

Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk menggambarkan hasil implementasi  pembelajaran online pada terhadap keterampilan mengkritik sastra oleh mahasiswa Program Studi Pendidikan Bahasa Indonesia. Penelitian ini dilaksakan selama 6 Bulan pada semester 5 tahun 2021. Objek penelitian adalah Mahasiswa Semester 5 Program studi pendidikan bahasa Indonesia yang berjumlah 28 mahsiswa. Metode penelitian Deskriptif, dengan teknik pengumpulan data melalui servey dan wawancara dengan informan serta di ambil dari hasil pembelajaran mahasiswa. Berdasarkan hasil penelitian diketahui bahwa 75% implementasi nya berdampak positif pada peningkatan hasil pembelajaran mahasiswa dan 25% berdampak negatif.
THE EFFECT OF USING READ PAIR SHARE (RPS) STRATEGY IN READING DESCRIPTIVE TEXT MASTERY AT THE GRADE VIII OF SMP NEGERI 1 SIPIROK
Authors: Siagian Abdul Rahman
Published: October 2022

The research was conducted by the researcher at the Grade VIII SMP Negeri 1 Sipirok. The aims of this research was to find out if there a significant effect of using Read Pair Share (RPS) strategy in reading descriptive text. In order to achieve the purpose of this research, the writer carried out in quantitative method by applying experimental types. The population of this research was the Grade VIII SMP Negeri 1 Sipirok. They were 64 students, the researcher used total sampling technique to get the sample. The samples were 32 students. Reading descriptive text was applied as the instrument of this research, the writer used “t” tes formula. Based on the data that has been analyzed, it can be found that (1) the students’ achievement in reading descriptive text without using Read Pair Share (RPS) strategy was “enough” (66.8), (2) their value by  using Read Pair Share (RPS) strategy can be categorized “good” (72.8), and (3) there was a significant effect the result of reading descriptive by using Read Pair Share (RPS) strategy. It meant that the hypothesis was accepted.
ANALISIS ANTOLOGI PUISI PESAN TUA KARYA HENDRA DJAFAR MENGGUNAKAN TEORI STRUKTURALISME -SEMIOTIC
Authors: Muttalib Abdul , Wahyuddin Wahyuddin
Published: October 2022

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis buku antologi puisi “Pesan Tua” karya Hendra Djafar menggunakan teori strukturalisme-semiotic. Jenis penelitian deskriptif kualitatif dengan melakukan riset kepustakaan (library research) dengan memperbanyak sumber bacaan yang relevan. Analisis dilakukan atas tiga puisi, “Aku Penyair Pesanan,” “Salawatku,” dan “Pesan Tua” yang masing mewakili kecenderungan puisi Hendra Djafar yang berjenis balada, ode dan kontenporer. Ketiga puisi itu selanjutnya dianalisis menggunakan teori strukturalisme berdasarkan unsur fisik dan unsur batin. Unsur fisik; 1). Dari unsur tema, ketiga puisi menyuarakan kritik sosial dan dimensi religiusitas, 2). Pada aspek diksi banyak memuat idiom bahasa Mandar, Bugis dan Arab, 3). Unsur tipografi didominasi bentuk pembaitan, pungutasi dan enjabemen, sedangkan unsur batin, yakni: 4). Unsur rima kebanyakan menggunakan pola liris, repetisi dan sesekali menghentak, 5). Sementara pada unsur gaya bahasa banyak menggunakan bahasa konkrit, simile, personifikasi dan metaforis, 6). Dari aspek amanat ketiga puisi, pesannya masih terkesan implisit dan berwujud doa dan pengharapan. Sementara hasil analisis teori semiotic yakni: 1). Dimensi ikon dianalisis dari daya ucap “aku” lirik sebagai penyair sekaligus bertindak selaku narator terlihat dominan, 2). Dimensi indeks secara tersirat terjadi ketegangan antar bentuk dan isi puisi, pertentangan dalam dimensi psikologis antara pesan dan kesan, serta antara seruan-kritikan, 3). Meski pada dimensi simbol bermakna arbitrer tidak banyak ditemukan.
Metástasis cutánea metacrónica de carcinoma escamoso de canal anal
Authors: Saeta Campo Rebeca , Apio Cepeda Ana , Velayos García Paula
Published: October 2022

El tratamiento correcto de carcinoma escamoso avanzado requiere de un manejo multidisciplinar entre cirujanos, anatomopatólogos, radioterapeutas y radiólogos. Los protocolos están claros cuando nos hallamos ante una enfermedad localizada, sin embargo, cuando la enfermedad es metastática no existe evidencia científica de los pasos a seguir. Presentamos una paciente con un carcinoma escamoso del ano con una única metástasis cutánea metacrónica que fue tratada con cirugía y radioterapia posterior con buena respuesta.
KENT PARKLARININ GÖRSEL PEYZAJ KALİTESİ YÖNÜNDEN İNCELENMESİ: İSTANBUL ESENYURT İLÇESİ ÖRNEĞİ
Authors: TÜRKER Hüseyin Berk , METİN Ahmet Erkan , BALIKÇI Orhan
Published: October 2022

Peyzaj görsel kalitesinin belirlenmesi doğal ve kültürel peyzajların estetik bakımdan bireylerin pozitif veya negatif bakış açısının tespit edilerek ortaya konulduğu öznel bir süreç olmaktadır. Bu çalışmada, İstanbul’un Esenyurt ilçesinde belirlenen kent parklarının görsel kalite açısından değerlendirilmesi amaçlanmıştır. Çalışma alanı olarak seçilen kent parkları Uşak Üniversitesi Mimarlık ve Tasarım Fakültesi, Şehir ve Bölge Planlama Bölümü öğrencileri tarafından (n=200) belirli parametreler doğrultusunda online olarak foto-anket uygulaması ile değerlendirilmiştir. Anket çalışmasında kent parklarından çekilen fotoğraflar Rekreasyonel Olanak Dağılımı (ROD) sınıflandırmasına (doğal, yarı-doğal ve kentsel) göre seçilmiş doğallık, uyum, manzara güzelliği, gizem, çeşitlilik, canlılık, bakım, güven, açıklık ve düzen parametreleri doğrultusunda 5’li likert ölçeğinde (5 en yüksek-1 en düşük) değerlendirilmiştir. Çalışmanın sonucunda elde edilen anket verileri değerlendirilerek çalışma alanındaki kent parklarının görsel kalitesi tespit edilmiştir. Doğal unsurların yer aldığı alanlar görsel kaliteyi belirlemeye yönelik tüm parametreler bakımından genel olarak en yüksek puanlamaya sahip olurken, yapay unsurlar artıkça puan değerlerinin azaldığı tespit edilmiştir.
4-H Volunteer Training Series—4-H Cloverbuds Program: 4-H for Younger Members
Authors: Squitieri Amanda , Hensley Sarah
Published: October 2022

Florida 4-H programs offered to children ages 5 to 7 are called 4-H Cloverbud programs and are a component of the Florida 4-H Youth Development Program. The goal of the Florida 4-H Cloverbud program is to offer age-appropriate, fun, and exploratory learning experiences for children in the 5 to 7 age group. This 5-page fact sheet describes the best management practices 4-H faculty and volunteers should use when teaching and interacting with this age group. Written by Amanda Squitieri and Sarah Hensley, and published by the UF Department of 4-H Youth Development, June 2015.

4H369/4H369: Volunteer Training Series—4-H Cloverbuds Program: 4-H for Younger Members (ufl.edu)
Implants for Cow-Calf and Stocker Beef Cattle
Authors: Hersom Matt , Thrift Todd
Published: October 2022

Getting cattle to put on a lot of muscle quickly is a crucial part of a beef cattle operation’s profitability. Growth promoting implants are one of the most cost-effective ways of increasing lean tissue in cattle and work by releasing hormones into the cow’s body that encourage muscle growth. This 4-page fact sheet explains implants’ mechanisms of action, how implants are administered and used, and concerns associated with implants. Written by Matt Hersom and Todd Thrift, and published by the UF Department of Animal Sciences, August 2015.

AN318/AN318: Implants for Cow-Calf and Stocker Beef Cattle (ufl.edu)
Improving Weed Control in Landscape Planting Beds
Authors: Marble Chris , Koeser Andrew
Published: October 2022

Because landscape beds often contain a variety of ornamental plants, shrubs, and trees, using herbicides to control weeds in these areas can be challenging; however, non-herbicidal methods can be labor intensive. This 6-page fact sheet outlines how to use landscape design and cultural and chemical practices to effectively control weeds in landscape beds. This publication also discusses the use of pre- and postemergent herbicides. Written by Chris Marble and Andrew Koeser, and published by the UF Department of Environmental Horticulture, June 2015.

ENH1262/EP523: Improving Weed Control in Landscape Planting Beds (ufl.edu)
Manual for the Design and Implementation of Teaching and Demonstration Gardens
Authors: Hansen Gail
Published: October 2022

Teaching and demonstration gardens are places where the public can learn about different types of gardens and landscapes. This 10-page fact sheet discusses the various types of gardens, how to plan and develop a demonstration garden, logistical and design considerations, and educational programming. Written by Gail Hansen, and published by the UF Environmental Horticulture Department, July 2015.
Healthy Living: Diabetes
Authors: Bobroff Linda B. , Shelnutt Karla P , Wittkowsky Paulina
Published: October 2022

Diabetes is a serious health condition that occurs when a person’s body has difficulty making or using insulin, which results in high blood glucose (blood sugar) and can lead to other complications. This revised 3-page fact sheet covers the effects of high blood glucose, who is at risk, the symptoms and management of the condition, and additional resources for those with or at risk of developing diabetes. Written by Linda B. Bobroff, Karla P. Shelnutt, and Paulina Wittkowsky, and published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, July 2015.
Using the Decision-Ade™ Segmentation Strategy to Better Understand Extension Audiences
Authors: Cantrell Randall A. , Warner Laura , Rumble Joy , Lamm Alexa
Published: October 2022

Decision-Ade™ is a tool Extension can use to better understand how residents with a range of household budgets feel about their utility bills. Analyzing households in terms of both income and utility bill “botheredness” creates a more comprehensive picture of that household’s utility use and its willingness to modify utility consumption relative to other households. This 5-page fact sheet uses survey data of Florida residents to demonstrate the insights Decision Ade™ can provide and how those insights can inform Extension programming. Written by Randall Cantrell, Laura Warner, Joy Rumble, and Alexa Lamm, and published by the UF Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, July 2015.

FCS3331/FY1461: Using the Decision-Ade™ Segmentation Strategy to Better Understand Extension Audiences (ufl.edu)
Fungal Gummosis in Peach
Authors: Sherman Sara , Olmstead Mercy , Harmon Philip , Beckman Thomas
Published: October 2022

Fungal gummosis in peach occurs when the fungus Botryosphaeria dothidea infects small openings or wounds in tree branches or trunks. The disease causes blisters on the tree that form lesions and eventually ooze gum (sap). This 3-page fact sheet covers the disease cycle and management of fungal gummosis in peach, which is often difficult to control. Written by Sara Sherman, Mercy Olmstead, Philip Harmon, and Thomas Beckman, and published by the UF Department of Horticultural Sciences, July 2015.

HS1265/HS1265: Fungal Gummosis in Peach (ufl.edu)
Black Scale Saissetia oleae (Olivier, 1791) (Insecta: Hemiptera: Coccoidea: Coccidae)
Authors: Byron Morgan A. , Gillett-Kaufman Jennifer L. , Allan Sandra A.
Published: October 2022

The black scale is an important pest of citrus and olive trees. Originally from South Africa, this scale is now distributed worldwide. In Florida, black scale is found on citrus, cultivated olive, avocado, and many popular landscape plants. It is likely that black scale, like many invasive pests, was imported to the United States on infested nursery plants. Based on their small size and the unique life history of scale insects, these insects are difficult to detect and control. This 4-page fact sheet was written by Morgan A. Byron, Jennifer L. Gillett-Kaufman, and Sandra A. Allan, and published by the UF Department of Entomology and Nematology, March 2015. (Photo credit: Lyle Buss, UF/IFAS)

EENY620/IN1082: Black Scale Saissetia oleae (Olivier 1791) (Insecta: Hemiptera: Coccoidea: Coccidae) (ufl.edu)
Dagger Nematode Xiphinema spp. (Cobb, 1913) Inglis, 1983 (Nematoda: Enoplea: Dorylaimia: Dorylaimina: Xiphinematinae)
Authors: Heve William K. , Crow William T. , Mengistu Tesfamarian
Published: October 2022

Dagger nematodes parasitize plants. They cause economic damage and death of host crops through feeding on the roots and by spreading viral mosaic and wilting diseases, but field studies have shown that some control measures targeting reduction in the population of dagger nematodes can be effective in controlling viral diseases in susceptible crops. This 7-page fact sheet was written by William K. Heve, William T. Crow, and Tesfamarian Mengistu, and published by the UF Department of Entomology and Nematology, June 2015.

EENY 626/IN1097: Dagger Nematode Xiphinema spp. (Cobb, 1913) Inglis, 1983 (Nematoda: Enoplea: Dorylaimia: Dorylaimina: Xiphinematinae) (ufl.edu)
Pillbug, Roly-Poly, Woodlouse Armadillidium vulgare (Latreille) (Malacostraca: Isopoda: Armadillidiidae)
Authors: Franklin Julie A. , Byron Morgan A. , Gillett-Kaufman Jennifer
Published: October 2022

The roly poly is an isopod, a type of non-insect arthropod also known as a terrestrial crustacean. It is called a roly-poly because it rolls into ball when disturbed. This defensive behavior also makes it look like a pill, which is why it is sometimes called a pillbug. In Europe, the name woodlouse is used for both roly polies and sowbugs because these arthropods are frequently found under logs. Roly polies are nocturnal, though they may be found during the day in the soil or under debris. They are beneficial in the garden or landscape. This 3-page fact sheet about the humble roly poly was written by Julie A. Franklin, Morgan A. Byron, and Jennifer Gillett-Kaufman and published by the UF Department of Entomology and Nematology, August 2015. (Photo by James Castner, University of Florida)

EENY630/IN1099: Pillbug, Roly-Poly, Woodlouse Armadillidium vulgare (Latreille) (Malacostraca: Isopoda: Armadillidiidae) (ufl.edu)
General Recommendations for Fertilization of Turfgrasses on Florida Soils
Authors: Sartain Jerry B.
Published: October 2022

In many neighborhoods, people envy the individual with the most beautiful lawn and think they cannot grow a lawn of equal quality. That is not necessarily true. A well-maintained lawn only requires some knowledge about fertilization, watering, pest control, and mowing. This publication provides basic information about fertilization. By far, the best approach to a proper fertilization program is to start with a soil test, but, if a soil test is not available, these guidelines can be used for a general turfgrass fertilization program. Original publication date May 1991. Revised August 2013 and August 2015.

SL21/LH014: General Recommendations for Fertilization of Turfgrasses on Florida Soils (ufl.edu)
Lionfish: Is It Safe to Eat?
Authors: Otwell Steve
Published: October 2022

Lionfish is not a traditional or likely seafood selection, but growing interest in response to the invasive and increasing abundance has stirred recreational and commercial interest. This prolific, invasive fish is threatening reefs and coastal fisheries in ocean waters throughout the Caribbean Seas and neighboring regions, and eating lionfish is being encouraged as one of the best options to mitigate its harmful impact. This 4-page fact sheet discusses the risks in handling and consuming lionfish, and offers recommendations for avoiding risk, for both recreational and commercial harvesters. Written by Steve Otwell, and published by Florida Sea Grant, April 2015.
Managing Conflicts with Wildlife: Living with Deer
Authors: Giuliano William M. , Ober Holly K. , Watine Lauren , Boughton Raoul
Published: October 2022

Though deer rarely pose problems for people, it is important to understand the issues associated with deer and human-deer interactions.  This 4-page fact sheet describes the biology of Florida’s white-tailed deer, the hazards associated with deer, and how to minimize these risks. Written by William M. Giuliano, Holly K. Ober, Lauren Watine, and Raoul Boughton, and published by the UF Department of Wildlife Ecology and Conservation, December 2014.
Agama Digital (Digital Religion) dan Relevansinya Terhadap Studi Agama Interdisipliner: Sebuah Tinjauan Literatur
Authors: Maulana Abdullah Muslich Rizal
Published: October 2022

This article aimed to offer another side of the discussion concerning digital religion commonly understood as an interaction between technological users and religious phenomena on the screen or electronic devices, Digital Religion served as an interdisciplinary subject inviting multiple perspectives to reveal a more profound and comprehensive view regarding religious communities, expressions, and symbols in the digital world. This research was conducted as a literature review combining and analyzing massive lists of reputable references related to the topic. In addition, this research also utilized a content analysis method to summarize crucial ideas and information needed by the study. This paper concluded that Digital Religion emphasized the interaction between technology users and religious expressions in the digital world assisted by internet access. These interactions gave birth to new religious views, systems, and symbols different from conventional religious discourse. Moreover, it is apparent that Digital Religion was able to attract other branches of science to work together responding to issues, realizing it as an interdisciplinary study.
A new approach to breast cancer therapy: targeted nanocarrier systems
Authors: GÖKŞEN TOSUN Nazan , KAPLAN Özlem , ERDEN TAYHAN Seçil , ALKAN Cemil , GÖKÇE İsa
Published: October 2022

Cancer is one of the most prevalent diseases in the world. Breast cancer is the second most deadly cancer type after lung cancer. Surgical intervention, chemotherapy and radiotherapy are the most used conventional methods in the treatment of breast cancer. The non-targeted approach of conventional treatments causes serious side effects in healthy cells and tissues, and often mortality is due to the side effects of these conventional treatments. In recent years, nano-sized particles called drug delivery systems targeting cancer cells have attracted attention as a new approach in cancer treatment. The fact that these nanocarrier systems target tumor cells without damaging healthy tissues has been a hope for breast cancer. Moreover, nanocarriers are unique biomaterials that may exhibit low toxicity, high biocompatibility, biodegradability, ease of use, high dose drug loading, and adjustable surface functionalities. In the present study, we summarize recent studies of nanocarriers that offer a critical review of an alternative strategy to breast cancer therapy.
The Relationship Between Self-treatment of Genital Infection and Ectopic Pregnancy
Authors:   Assistant professor, Department of Pharmacognosy, School of Pharmacy, Guilan University of Medical Sciences, Rasht, Iran, Parvinroo Shirin , Sharami Seyedeh Hajar ,   Professor, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology, Reproductive Health Research Center, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology, School of Medicine, Guilan University of Medical Sciences, Rasht, Iran, Ardeshiri Ariadokht ,   Pharmacist, School of Pharmacy, Guilan University of Medical Sciences, Rasht, Iran, Shakiba Maryam ,   Asssistant Professor, Department of Epidemiology, Cardiovascular Disease Research Center, Guilan University of Medical Sciences, Rasht, Iran, Ebrahimi Soodabeh ,   Midwifery (MSc), Reproductive Health Research Center, Guilan University of Medical Sciences, Rasht, Iran
Published: October 2022

Introduction: One of the contributing factors in ectopic pregnancy is genital infection. The self-treatment of genital infections is a common practice that results in infectious diseases, microbial resistance, and no patient recovery. Objective: This study aimed to determine the relationship between the self-treatment of genital infection and ectopic pregnancy. Materials and Methods: This case-control study was performed on 373 women in 2018. Samples included 180 normal pregnant women (the control group) and 193 women with ectopic pregnancies with histories of genital infections (the case group). The samples were selected by a convenient sampling method. The study data were collected by a researcher-made questionnaire containing demographic questions and 36 questions about self-treatment of genital infections, drug type, and reasons to use self-medication. Descriptive statistics, the Chi-square test, and the logistic regression model were used to analyze the obtained data. Results: In the present study, 373 eligible people were included. The mean ± SD age of women with ectopic pregnancies (the case group) was 33.37 ± 4 years and of women with normal pregnancy (the control group) was 33.21 ± 3.18 years. The frequency of ectopic pregnancy in women over 35 years was higher than that in women with normal pregnancies. The frequency of individuals who used self-medication to eliminate the vaginal infection in the control group and the case group were 76.7% and 48.9%, respectively. The frequency of individuals who used traditional methods (washing the vagina with ice or baking soda was 64.39% with the highest percentage), and 115 women (35.6%) used chemical methods (vaginal douching with the highest percentage). Self-medication was independently associated with higher odds of ectopic pregnancy (OR = 2.227, 95%CI; 1.316-3.769, p= 0.003). Conclusion: The results of this study show that self-medication for vaginal infections can be a risk factor for ectopic pregnancy. Therefore, the community should be educated to avoid the self-medication of genital infections.
Female Healthcare Providers' Experiences of Childbearing: A Content Analysis Based on the Social Capital Theory
Authors:   Assistant professor, Department of Nursing- Midwifery, Comprehensive Health Research center, Babol Branch, Islamic Azad University, Babol, Iran, Firouzbakht Mojgan , Ebadi Abbas ,   Professor, Behavioral Sciences Research Center, Life style institute. Nursing Faculty, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran, Esmaeil Riahi Mohammad ,   Associated Professor, Department of Social Sciences, University of Mazandaran, Babolsar, Iran, Trigar Aram ,   Professor, Social Determinants of Health Research Center, Health Research Institute, Babol University of Medical Sciences, Babol, Iran, Nikpour Maryam ,   Non-Communicable Pediatric Disease Research Center, Health Research Institute, Babol University of Medical Sciences, Babol, Iran
Published: October 2022

Introduction: Social capital has potential effects on reproductive health and childbearing behaviors. However, there is limited information about its relationship with childbearing. Objective: This study aimed to explore female healthcare providers' experiences of childbearing based on the social capital theory. Materials and Methods: This qualitative study was conducted from July 2018 to February 2019 on 15 female healthcare workers in healthcare centers in Babol City, Iran. The participants were purposively recruited with maximum variation respecting their age, work experience, educational level, and occupation. The study data were collected through 15 semi-structured interviews and analyzed using directed qualitative content analysis. Results: The participants were female healthcare providers working in hospitals or healthcare centers of the University of Medical Science. Their mean±SD age and work experience were 35±8.25 and 10±7.5 years, respectively. The extracted codes during data analysis were grouped into three predetermined main categories, namely structural social capital (social learning and conformation to social norms), cognitive social capital (social beliefs and values with three subcategories, namely religious beliefs, gender preference, and social stigma), and relational social capital (support and trust). The most critical factors affecting participants' childbearing behaviors were trust in their support systems and conformation to social norms. Conclusion: The different dimensions of social capital can affect childbearing behaviors. Therefore, social capital should be considered when designing population and reproductive health policies.
Effect of Squat Exercises on Fatigue and Quality of Life of Pregnant Women: A Randomized Controlled Trial Study
Authors:   Midwifery (Msc), Department of Midwifery, School of Nursing and Midwifery, Hamadan University of Medical Sciences, Hamadan, Iran, Malmir Maryam , Masoumi Seyedeh Zahra ,   Associated Professor, Department of Midwifery, Mother and Child Care Research Center, School of Nursing and Midwifery, Hamadan University of Medical Sciences, Hamadan, Iran, Kazemi Farideh ,   Instructor, Department of midwifery, School of nursing and midwifery, Mother and Child Care Research Center, Hamadan University of Medical Sciences, Hamadan, Iran, Refaei Mansoureh ,   Associated Professor, Department of Midwifery, Mother and Child Care Research Center, School of Nursing and Midwifery, Hamadan University of Medical Sciences, Hamadan, Iran
Published: October 2022

Introduction: Research has shown that many pregnant women in Iran do not exercise during pregnancy. However, exercise, especially endurance exercise during pregnancy, is associated with good maternal and fetal outcomes. Objective: The study aimed to examine the effect of squat exercises on fatigue and the life quality of pregnant women admitted to health centers in Hamadan City, Iran. Materials and Methods: The study was a randomized controlled clinical trial conducted from September 2019 to February 2020 on 100 pregnant women in two groups of 50 each. The pregnant women were randomly using blocks of four divided into two groups according to the inclusion criteria. The samples filled out the fatigue questionnaire multidimensional symptoms fatigue inventory-short form (MSFI-SF) and SF-36 life quality questionnaire at the beginning of the study. Eight group sports sessions were held for women in the intervention group, and routine care was administered to the control group. The obtained data were analyzed using the independent t test, Mann-Whitney U test, Chi-square test, and analysis of covariance (ANCOVA) at a significance level of 0.05. Results: The mean ± SD age of participants was 28.24 ± 5.39 years in the intervention group and 27.78 ± 5.58 years in the control group. The mean scores of fatigue and life quality in all dimensions in the post-intervention stage (after adjusting for before-the-intervention scores, income, and housing status) were significantly different between the study groups. The mean fatigue score in the intervention group was lower, and the quality of life was better (P=0.001) than in the control group. The effect size of different domains of quality of life varied from 1.51 (energy fatigue) to 3.50 (physical function). The effect size of fatigue was 2.81 (95%CI: 3.36- 2.25, P=0.001). Conclusion: Based on the results, squat exercises are recommended to reduce fatigue and increase the life quality of pregnant women in health centers.
The Role of Organizational Support in Work Engagement Among Nurses Working in Intensive Care Units
Authors:   Nursing (MSN), Department of Intensive Care Unit, Al Bashir Hospital, and the Faculty of Nursing, Zarqa University, Zarqa, Jordan, Badwan Marwa , Eshah Nidal ,   Professor, Faculty of Nursing, Zarqa University, Zarqa, Jordan, Ahmad Rayan ,   Associate Professor, Dean of the Faculty of Nursing, Zarqa University, Zarqa, Jordan
Published: October 2022

Introduction: The challenges and difficulties of working in intensive care units put pressure on healthcare professionals, especially nurses. To support nurses working in intensive care units (ICUs), developing supportive climates in organizations may drive nurses towards increasing work engagement levels and other related factors. Objective: This study aimed to determine the relationship between organizational support and the work engagement of nurses working in ICUs. Materials and Methods: This correlational cross-sectional study was conducted on 140 nurses working in two governmental hospitals in Amman City, Jordan, from January to August 2021. The participants were selected with a simple random sampling method, and study data were collected using a 3-part questionnaire: demographics, the survey of perceived organizational support scale with 8 items, and the Utrecht work engagement scale with 9 items. Descriptive statistics, the independent t test, the Spearman correlation test, and hierarchal multiple linear regression analysis were performed to determine the contribution of perceived organizational support on nurses' work engagement. The significance level for all tests was set to be less than 0.05. Results: About 53.6% of participants were male, 55% worked in medical-surgical intensive care units, and 45% were in cardiac care units. The results showed that the mean ± SD scores of perceived organizational support and work engagement were 29.53 ± 6.71 and 3.71 ± 0.88, respectively. Also, results showed no significant differences in perceived organizational support and work engagement based on nurses' socio-demographics or work-related factors. Finally, there was a significant positive weak correlation between perceived organizational support and work engagement (r= 0.23, P=0.002). The linear regression model showed that perceived organizational support could predict work engagement (R2 = 0.039). Conclusions: Perceived organizational support among nurses working in ICUs is one of the important factors in increasing work engagement. Findings have several implications for nurses in different settings. Jordanian health policymakers must take action to improve nurses' perception of organizational support and consequently increase nurses' work engagement.
Developing the Identity-based Psychodrama Package and Comparing It With Psychodrama on Neuroticism
Authors:   Department of Psychology, Faculty of Psychology & Educational Sciences, Isfahan (Khorasgan) Branch, Islamic Azad University, Isfahan, Iran., Zolali Amir , Atashpour Seyed Hamid ,   Department of Psychology, Faculty of Psychology & Educational Sciences, Isfahan (Khorasgan) Branch, Islamic Azad University, Isfahan, Iran., Sajjadian Ilnaz ,   Department of Psychology, Faculty of Psychology & Educational Sciences, Isfahan (Khorasgan) Branch, Islamic Azad University, Isfahan, Iran.
Published: October 2022

Objective: Most studies have focused only on the neuroticism superstructure and the reduction of its symptoms, while there is no comprehensive model on the treatment of neuroticism infrastructurally. This research aimed to develop an identity-based psychodrama package and compare the effect of this therapy with psychodrama on neuroticism. Methods: This research consists of five studies. The first study was qualitative research with Attride-Stirling’s thematic analysis method. The research community in this stage for analyzing themes affecting identity achievement included all papers related to identity aspects. The second study was a qualitative content analysis based on an inductive approach through a semi-structured interview with neurotic individuals. The third study was a quantitative analysis, and an educational-therapeutic package was developed. The fourth study was of validation type with Lawshe’s method. The population in this stage included all specialized psychologists in identity issues. The last study was a quasi-experimental, pretest-posttest type with a control group and a follow-up period of 60 days. The population in this stage included all people referred to Pendar Nik Counseling Center in Najafabad City, Isfahan Province, Iran, in 2020. Finally, 60 people were selected and randomly assigned into 2 experimental groups and 1 control group. To collect data, the 5-factor inventory was used. Results: The first study’s results suggested 8 general themes, and with additional information in the second study, the identity-based psychodrama package was developed in the third study. The results of the fourth study indicated the validity of the package by the evaluators. The results of the previous study showed that the mean scores of neuroticism in the two experimental groups significantly differed from the control group scores. Besides, identity-based psychodrama was more effective in reducing neuroticism than psychodrama (P<0.001). Conclusion: Compared with psychodrama, the identity-based psychodrama package is more effective in reducing neuroticism.
The association between anxiety and mindfulness while emphasizing the mediating role of attention control functions
Authors:   Assistant Professor, Department of Psychology, Urmia University, Urmia, Iran, Zeinali Shirin
Published: October 2022

Introduction: Several studies showed that anxiety affects cognitive components, mainly working memory function, and mindfulness also may be affected by this factor. Aim: This study aimed to investigate the association between anxiety and mindfulness while emphasizing the mediating role of attention control functions. Method: The correlational research method and the statistical population included all subjects referred to a counseling center and a painting school in Tabriz, a music school in Saqqez, and staff of Urmia University in 2021. Participants were selected using the convenience sampling method, yielding a total of 244 subjects. All subjects filled the State-Trait-Anxiety-Inventory (STAI) and Mindful Attention Awareness Scale (MAAS). Participants also responded to the tasks of Signal-Stop Task (2003) and N-Back Memory Test (1958). Data analysis was administered using SPSS-19 by descriptive and inferential statistics (i.e., Pearson and Sobel correlation tests). Results: The results showed a significant association between trait anxiety (r=0.56, p<0.001), state (r=-0.50, p<0.001), and update component (r=0.22, p<0.001) with mindfulness, but there was no significant association between inhibition component (r=-0.001, p>0.001) and mindfulness. Also, the indirect effect of trait anxiety and state on mindfulness through inhibition and updating components was not significant. Conclusion: This study demonstrated that trait-state anxiety has no significant association with mindfulness through attention control functions, and further studies using various tools are needed to investigate the effect of anxiety on cognitive functions.
A comparative study of the effectiveness of the solution-focused brief therapy and mindfulness-based therapy to reduce educational stress in junior high school students in Tehran
Authors:   PhD Student, Department of Psychology, Central Tehran Branch, Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Iran, Zafarghandi Saed Hedayati , Emamipour Susan ,   Associate Professor, Department of Psychology, Central Tehran Branch, Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Iran, Rafiepoor Amin ,   Assistant Professor, Department of Psychology, Payame Noor University, Tehran, Iran
Published: October 2022

Introduction: Educational stress is a negative psychological condition; with its cognitive and emotional components, threatens students' health. Aim: This study aimed to compare the effectiveness of the solution-focused brief therapy and mindfulness-based therapy to reduce educational stress in junior high school students. Method: Through the framework of a clinical trial plan with pre-test and post-test and quarterly post hoc test, this study was conducted. In a purposive sampling manner, sixty students; among the first year of junior high school male students in Tehran district 13thin the school year 2019-2020, were selected and then surveyed by Don, Hu and Zhou (2011) Adolescent Educational Stress Scale and were randomly divided into 3 groups of 20: control group, solution-focused treatment group and mindfulness treatment group. Then the intervention process was run on the experimental groups and after three months the follow-up test was rerun. The data were analyzed by using SPSS-26 and the covariance analysis and mixed-design analysis of variance tests. Results: This study brought light on the effectiveness of both treatments methods in reducing educational stress among students, but the mindfulness method (Eta2=0.357) worked better rather the brief solution-focused intervention method(Eta2=0.318) to reduce students' stress (P<0.05). Conclusion: In regard to use mindfulness therapy primarily, therapists are highly recommended to use both the solution-focused brief intervention and mindfulness therapy to treat the adolescent students with educational stress.
Designing a cognitive- social model of curriculum based on online education during the Covid-19 pandemic in children
Authors:   PhD Student, Department of Curriculum Planning, Lamerd Branch, Islamic Azad University, Lamerd, Iran, Kardan Kamran , Mashinchi Aliasghar ,   Assistant Professor, Department of Educational Sciences, Lamerd Branch, Islamic Azad University, Lamerd, Iran, Ranjbar Mokhtar ,   Assistant Professor, Department of Public Administration, Lamerd Branch, Islamic Azad University, Lamerd, Iran
Published: October 2022

Introduction: The outbreak of the corona virus showed that educational systems with traditional curricula could not survive, and a virtual curriculum is an undeniable necessity. Aim: This study designs a cognitive-social model of an online curriculum during the Covid-19 in children. Method: The method is qualitative in terms of implementation with thematic analysis and applied in terms of purpose. The population consisted of faculty members of universities in the academic year 2021 in Shiraz, which 19 people were selected by purposive sampling. The sample is selected by purposive sampling. The research tool is semi-structured interviews. The findings are validated through content validity, and reliability is 0.84, given the inter-coder agreement coefficient. The thematic analysis method is used with open, axial, and selective coding for data analysis. Results: The results showed that there are 51 open codes, 15 axial codes (teacher's belief in online education, teachers 'professional-online competencies, diversity of virtual presentation methods, learners' differences, virtual evaluation, course separation, learning management, financial challenges, prerequisites, Learners' e-skills training, family attitudes, media support, online fear education, adaptation to global change and goals and content) and three selective codes (teacher-learner-organizer-organizer curriculum) for a cognitive-social model of curriculum. Conclusion: It can be concluded that the cognitive-social model of the curriculum based on online education is a basic necessity that attention to its three primary dimensions, namely teacher-learner and organizer, is inevitable. Therefore, it is suggested that the Ministry of Education pay more attention to strengthening and improving the quality of the Shad program.
The relationship between coping styles and job stress with emotional maturity in student-athletes
Authors:   Assistant Professor, Department of Physical Education, Urmia Branch, Islamic Azad University, Urmia, Iran, Ranjbari Sheida , Neshati Abolfazl ,   Assistant Professor, Department of Physical Education, Marand Branch, Islamic Azad University, Marand, Ira, Abdi Kamelia ,   Assistant Professor, Department of Physical Education, Shiraz Branch, Islamic Azad University, Shiraz, Iran, Salehian Mir Hamid ,   Assistant Professor, Department of Physical Education, Tabriz Branch, Islamic Azad University, Tabriz, Iran
Published: October 2022

Introduction: The study of psychological variables and factors and their role on mental health and emotional maturity may affect the mental health of individuals and society. Aim: This study examines the relationship between coping styles and job stress with emotional maturity in student-athletes. Method: The method was descriptive - correlational. The population includes all student-athletes of Islamic Azad University, Tabriz Branch in 2017-2018. Two hundred people were selected by the convenience sampling method. Subjects completed a questionnaire on coping styles, job stress, and emotional maturity. Data were analyzed using the Pearson correlation coefficient test and regression analysis using SPSS-19. Results: The results showed that there was a significant positive relationship between emotional maturity and problem-focused coping style (0.31) and a significant positive relationship between emotional coping style (-0.16) and job stress (-0.37). The regression analysis results also showed that emotional maturity could positively predict problem-focused coping style and emotion-focused coping style, and job stress negatively in student-athletes (P<0.05). Conclusion: The results showed that coping styles and job stress may be explained well by emotional maturity in student-athletes for. Therefore, it is suggested for researchers and health officials to consider these psychological components.
The effectiveness of acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) on sleep quality and quality of life of patients with cardiovascular problems
Authors:   PhD Student, Department of Clinical Psychology, Shahid Beheshty University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran, Mohammadi Saeed , Fattahi Arash ,   MSc, Department of Clinical Psychology, Kermanshah Branch, Islamic Azad University, Kermanshah, Iran, Jaberghaderi Nasrin ,   Assistant Professor, Department of Clinical Psychology, Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences, Kermanshah, Iran, Kheirabadi Zohreh ,   MSc, Department of Clinical Psychology, Shahrood Branch, Islamic Azad University, Shahrood, Iran, Bakhtiari Maryam ,   Professor, Department of Clinical Psychology, Shahid Beheshty University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
Published: October 2022

Introduction: People with cardiovascular problems have poor sleep quality and quality of life. These problems exacerbate the process of their disease. Aim: The purpose of this study was to investigate the effectiveness of acceptance and commitment-based therapy on improving quality of life and sleep quality of cardiovascular patients. Method: This research has been executed in context of a clinical trial plan with pre-test, post-test and two-month and six-month follow up period. Among the patients with cardiovascular disease of Kermanshah city who had referred in hospitals of this city in year 2020-2021, 40 people were purposefully selected and were randomly assigned to experimental (n=20) and control (n=20) groups. Tools of this research included: Pittsburgh sleep quality index (PSQI) and The Short form health survey (SF-36). The experimental group received eight sessions of 90-minute acceptance and commitment therapy. SPSS-24 software and repeated measures analysis of variance were used to analyze the data. Results: The results of this research indicated that acceptance and commitment therapy leads to a significant improvement in sleep quality and quality of life in the experimental group (P<0.01). The effect size for quality of life and quality of sleep were 0.63 and 0.62, respectively (P<0.01). Conclusion: The findings of this study showed that acceptance and commitment therapy leads to improved quality of life and quality of sleep in patients with cardiovascular problems. Based on these findings, this treatment can be used to improve sleep quality and quality of life problems that play an exacerbating role in the process of disease in patients with cardiovascular problems.
Investigating the relationship between sleep quality and health indicators and disease activity in patients with rheumatoid arthritis
Authors:   Associate Professor, Neurosciences Research Center, Research Institute for Health Development, Kurdistan University of Medical Sciences, Sanandaj, Iran, Alizadeh Narges Shams , Moghimi Nasrin ,   Associate Professor, Department of Internal Medicine, Kurdistan University of Medical Sciences, Sanandaj, Iran, Azhdari Mohammad Ali ,   Psychiatrist, Department of Psychiatry, Kurdistan University of Medical Sciences, Sanandaj, Iran, Kamali Ardakani Sara ,   Assistant Professor, Neurosciences Research Center, Research Institute for Health Development, Kurdistan University of Medical Sciences, Sanandaj, Iran, Maroufi Azad ,   Associate Professor, Neurosciences Research Center, Research Institute for Health Development, Kurdistan University of Medical Sciences, Sanandaj, Iran, Ghaderi Ebrahim ,   Associate Professor, Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Social Determinants of Health Research Center, Kurdistan University of Medical Sciences, Sanandaj, Iran
Published: October 2022

Introduction: Sleep status is one of the most important components of health-related quality of life in patients with rheumatoid arthritis. Aim: This study aimed to investigate the correlation of sleep quality with health indicators and disease activity in patients with rheumatoid arthritis. Method: In this cross-sectional, analytical study, a total of 250 patients with rheumatoid arthritis, referred to the specialized rheumatology clinic of Kurdistan University of Medical Sciences (Sanandaj, Iran) during 2019-2020, using the Standard Questionnaires of Visual Analog Scale, Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index, Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale, and the Multidimensional Questionnaire of Fatigue and Disease Activity. To analyze the data, Spearman's correlation test, independent t-test, analysis of variance (ANOVA) and multiple regression analysis were performed in SPSS-23. Results: A total of 42 male patients and 208 female patients with rheumatoid arthritis were included in this study. The sleep quality of 98% of the participants was inadequate. A higher pain intensity (P<0.001), higher disease activity (P<0.05) and depression and mental fatigue (P<0.01) were associated with the patients’ lower sleep quality. Conclusion: The results of the present study revealed that depression and mental fatigue, pain intensity, and disease activity were associated with a lower sleep quality of patients with rheumatoid arthritis. Therapists are recommended to consider the sleep status of these patients, as well as the mentioned variables.