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Interconnection of Organic Agriculture, Health, and Sustainability: Bibliometric Analysis
Authors: Hroma Ivan
Published: January 2025

Organic agriculture emerges as a critical strategy for addressing global challenges, including environmental degradation, food security, and public health crises. This study investigates the interconnections between organic farming, health outcomes, and sustainability using bibliometric analysis, which evaluates research trends, thematic clusters, and influential contributions in this domain. The research emphasizes the increasing global importance of organic practices in sustainable food systems and public health improvement, reflecting their alignment with key Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), such as climate action, responsible production, and good health. Employing data from the Scopus database and bibliometric tools such as Bibliometrix R and Biblioshiny App, the study analyzed 829 publications spanning 35 years (1989–2024). The analysis reveals a significant annual growth rate of 14.4% in research output, underscoring a rising academic interest in the field. Methodologically, the study combines science mapping with advanced bibliometric techniques, generating co-authorship networks, thematic evolution maps, and keyword clusters to provide a comprehensive overview of the field. Core research themes include soil health, biodiversity, nutrient management, and socio-economic impacts of organic agriculture, reflecting the interdisciplinary nature of the subject. The findings highlight key areas of international collaboration, particularly among Europe, the United States, and India, with institutions such as Wageningen University and Washington State University leading global contributions. Emerging research trends focus on consumer behavior, ecological practices, and the policy landscape supporting organic farming. Notable thematic clusters include sustainable agriculture practices, soil fertility enhancement, biodiversity conservation, and the interplay between organic farming and public health. These insights provide critical guidance for academics, policymakers, and practitioners aiming to advance sustainability transitions. Despite progress, gaps remain in the literature regarding long-term ecological impacts and consumer adoption of organic systems. This study advocates for expanded research into these areas and the development of policies that integrate organic practices into mainstream agricultural systems. By highlighting these interdisciplinary connections, the research underscores the pivotal role of organic agriculture in fostering a sustainable and equitable future, contributing to both environmental preservation and improved health outcomes globally.
Impact of Digital Twinning on Health Service Quality and Sustainable Competitive Advantage: A Study with Private Hospital Professionals
Authors: M. Khanfar Nile , A. Nafei Wageeh , G. Mujtaba Bahaudin
Published: January 2025

The paper assesses the impact of digital twinning (DT) on health service quality (HSQ) and sustainable competitive advantage (SCA) at private hospitals in Egypt. Data were collected from 300 of 69,650 employees at private hospitals in Egypt. A questionnaire was posted on private hospitals’ intranet and could be accessed by clicking on a link in the e-mails. Participants consisted of hospital employees who completed a questionnaire that assessed the relationship of DT with HSQ and SCA. The results showed DT has a strong relationship with HSQ and SCA. Specifically, there is a positive link between HSQ and DT dimensions (DT goals, policies and legislation for DT, digital infrastructure, trained human resources, electronic communities, and obstacles to applying). Also, there is a positive relationship between the dimensions of DT and SCA. The research provides an explicit relationship for DT with other variables in the organization. The findings contribute to a better understanding of DT’s influence on HSQ and SCA. DT acts as an important tool for enhancing HSQ and SCA. The paper promotes understanding the dimensions of DT, HSQ, and SCA. The study uses DT dimensions as independent variables, with HSQ and SCA as dependent variables, which is new. In this study, a model has been built to analyze the relationship between DT, HSQ, and SCA. DT is a groundbreaking technology that creates virtual replicas of physical objects, systems, and even processes. The DT’s benefits are far-reaching. By simulating real-world scenarios in a virtual environment, managers can test, analyze, and optimize their operations without risks and costs associated with physical prototyping. Digital twins can also be used to monitor and predict the performance of complex systems, such as industrial equipment or entire cities. Additionally, digital twinning can facilitate collaboration and knowledge-sharing among stakeholders to make data-driven decisions and drive innovation. The DT implications are significant, with potential applications across various industries: healthcare, manufacturing, energy, and transportation. For instance, digital twins can be used to create personalized models of patient anatomy for more accurate diagnoses and treatments. In manufacturing, digital twins can optimize production processes, reduce waste, and improve product quality. However, the widespread adoption of DT also raises important questions about data ownership, security, and ethics. As digital twins become increasingly sophisticated, there is a growing need for standards and regulations to ensure that they are developed and used responsibly. Moreover, the integration of DT with other emerging technologies, such as artificial intelligence and the Internet of Things (IoT), will require careful consideration of the potential risks and benefits, as well as the development of new business models and partnerships.
Out-of-Pocket Health Expenditures and Agricultural Production Linkages
Authors: Henrietta Ukpe Udeme , Mohamadou Sani
Published: January 2025

Out-of-pocket (OOP) health expenditure is the amount a patient pays directly for healthcare when insurance doesn’t cover the full cost. OOP health expenditures represent a significant financial burden on households. In Cameroon where healthcare financing is heavily reliant on OOP payments, the economic impact of health-related expenses is especially pronounced, affecting various sectors, including agriculture, which is the backbone of the country’s economy. Examining the relationship between OOP health expenditures and agricultural production is essential. This study investigates the linkages between OOP health expenditures and agricultural production. Annual time series data from 2000 to 2023 consisting of OOP health expenditure, land use, fertilizer consumption, and agricultural labor for Cameroon were used for this study. Johansen cointegration was used as a test for cointegration among variables. Fully Modified Ordinary Least Square was applied to analyze the impact of OOP health expenditures on agricultural production. Simulation was involved to generate the impact of 30% increase and decrease in OOP health expenditures on agricultural production. The findings reveal that fertilizer, land, labor, and OOP expenditures collectively explain 70% of agricultural production variance, as indicated by the coefficient of determination (R² = 0.7). The Durbin-Watson statistic of 1.44 suggests no autocorrelation. Labor positively and significantly impacts agricultural production at a 5% significance level, emphasizing the importance of labor availability for maximizing crop yields. Conversely, land expansion has a negative impact, potentially due to the cultivation of marginal lands. Additionally, a 30% increase in OOP health expenditures will decrease agricultural production, as financial resources are diverted away from farm investments while a decrease in OOP health expenditures can boost agricultural production by freeing up financial resources that can be reinvested in farming activities. The study recommends policies that enhance labor availability, improve land productivity, and reduce the financial burden of OOP health costs to boost agricultural output.
Socioeconomic Challenges on Algeria’s Progress toward SDG2 (Zero Hunger): Public Spending, Agriculture, and Economic Resilience
Authors: Benbekhti Seyf Eddine , Bouknadil Mohammed , Boulila Hadjer , Zeghoudi Ahmed
Published: January 2025

Ensuring food security and promoting sustainable agriculture are critical global priorities, particularly in Algeria, a country endowed with substantial agricultural potential yet challenged by resource inefficiencies, climate variability, and a heavy reliance on food imports. This paper investigates the role of sustainable agricultural practices in advancing Algeria’s progress toward Sustainable Development Goal 2 (SDG 2: Zero Hunger), focusing on key factors influencing agricultural productivity and food security. Using a Vector Autoregressive (VAR) model, the study examines dynamic relationships between government agricultural expenditures, food production indices, and non-oil GDP growth over the period from 2010 to 2022. Algeria’s agricultural sector faces substantial structural and external barriers, such as insufficient water resource management, limited rural development initiatives, and the vulnerabilities imposed by climate change, which exacerbate the country’s dependence on food imports to meet growing domestic demand. The findings reveal that increased government spending on agriculture has a statistically significant and positive impact on agricultural productivity and food security in the short term. However, the long-term benefits of such expenditures diminish without consistent investment and the implementation of adaptive measures. Furthermore, non-oil GDP growth has a varying impact on food security, underscoring the need for economic diversification to enhance resilience within the agricultural sector. The study also highlights the importance of targeted investments in agricultural infrastructure, sustainable water resource management, and integrated rural development to achieve lasting food security and sustainability. By addressing these issues, Algeria can unlock its agricultural potential, reduce dependency on imports, and ensure a more sustainable and self-reliant future. The study provides actionable insights for policymakers, development organizations, and stakeholders aiming to improve food security and promote sustainable agricultural practices, offering a comprehensive roadmap for achieving long-term agricultural and economic sustainability.
Navigating Sustainability In the Tourism and Hospitality Industry: Transformation Under the Influence of Climatic Challenges
Authors: Abul Basher Rasel Mohammad
Published: January 2025

This study investigates how sustainability practices are shaping the tourism and hospitality industry by examining practitioners’ ̂motivations, impacts, as well as challenges that will be encountered. Identifying practical motivators of sustainable behavior in firms through semi-structured interviews with 15 professionals (managers, sustainability officers and frequent guests), this study enlists important drivers like alignment with brand strategy, as well as the cost efficiency of eco-friendly practices, placing the employees and firms on a path to sustainability. Sustainability measures have been shown to improve operational efficiency, with energy conservation technologies leading to utility cost savings of up to 25% and waste management practices producing cost reductions of 10%. Additionally, sustainability efforts like local sourcing played a role in customer satisfaction with 70% of guests indicating that they were more likely to enjoy businesses which supported local communities. While there were some advantages to adoption, such as cost savings and greater productivity, practitioners noted barriers including high upfront costs and ongoing employee training, a particular problem in smaller enterprises with high turnover. The key contributions of the research lie in focusing on valuable short-term financial or reputational benefits of sustainability practices and identifying operational pitfalls that can act as barriers to effective implementation. These indicate, in turn, the imperative of continuous support of industry whether through subsidies or incentives to be able to transit sustainably within the tourism and hospitality sectors.
The Risk of Corruption and Money Laundering: An Analysis of Personal Predespositions and Socio-Economic Challenges
Authors: Hasiholan Pulungan Andrey , Setiawan Hardhana , Windiarti Faris
Published: January 2025

Corruption and money laundering have been persistent issues in Indonesia and beyond, causing significant economic damage to organizations and countries. This study, thus, aims to examine the impact of gender, age, and workplace on the fraudulent activities of perpetrators involved in corruption and money laundering fraud in Indonesia. The study analyzed 310 cases from the Decision Directory of the Supreme Court of the Republic of Indonesia involving individuals engaged in fraudulent activities. Using logistic regression (LR), the research found that age and workplace are associated positively to the likelihood of ones to commit to fraud. Elder fraudsters are documented to have 1,72 higher possibility to commit to fraud compared to younger fraudsters. Similarly, ones working in public sector are documented to have 2,26 higher possibility to commit to fraud compared to private sector. When interacting the age and workplace, it is found that in private sector, the possibility of ones committed to fraud increases when their age is higher. This research provides valuable insights for academia and practitioners by examining real corruption and money laundering cases in Indonesia to understand the factors that may influence the decision-making process of individuals involved in fraudulent activities. The study concludes that considering factors such as age and workplace could improve the effectiveness of criminal profiles in practical applications. It is essential to identify and prevent these widespread offenses by using such profiles.
The Covid Crisis and CEO Pay Balance
Authors: D. Kaya Halil , Rosinsky Zahar
Published: January 2025

This paper focuses on the socio-economic challenges created by the Covid crisis. More specifically, it examines the impact of the COVID crisis on CEO Pay balance in Nasdaq. The research focuses on the top 10 most valuable firms traded on the NASDAQ. The 2017-2019 period is taken as the pre-Covid period, the 2020-2022 period is taken as the post-Covid period, and the CEO Pay balance is compared across these two periods. For the CEO Pay balance, four variables are used. These are the Pay ratio (which compares the CEO’s pay to the average employee’s pay), the CEO/President ratio, the CEO/Top Vice President ratio, and the CEO/Average Vice President ratio. First, the trends in each CEO pay balance variable over the sample period are examined. During the 2017-2022 period, the CEO Pay ratio more than doubled (i.e. a 150% increase), while the CEO/President ratio doubled (i.e. a 100% increase). These findings show that, during this period, the average employee and the President suffered relative to the CEO regarding their pay. When the CEO/Top VP and the CEO/Average VP are examined, the results show little or no difference. Therefore, VPs did well during this period. Non-parametric tests are then performed to compare the pre-Covid and post-Covid periods. The results show that the increase in the CEO pay ratio (i.e. compared to the average worker) was statistically significant. At the same time, the change in the other three variables were insignificant. Finally, regressions are run to see whether there was a significant change in each pay balance variable after COVID-19. After controlling for firm size, growth, leverage, and profitability, there is no significant difference in the CEO pay balance measures pre- versus post-COVID.
Overcoming the Socio-Economic Challenges to Good Governance: Streamlining Cooperative Governance Model
Authors: Alson Ntshangase Bhekabantu , Raseane Makole Kaizer , Kayambazinthu Msosa Steven
Published: January 2025

The system of cooperative governance in the democratic South African dispensation was constitutionally mandated and institutionalised to improve intergovernmental relations that can streamline effective performance, implementation, and monitoring of government programmes to improve service delivery for citizens. However, despite numerous efforts and pleas by the Auditor-General of South Africa to responsible oversight structures like provincial governments and the Standing Committee on Public Accounts to curb financial malfeasance, corruption and lack of adequate and proper financial management skills, these pleas have fallen on deaf ears thus undermining cooperative and good governance mechanisms and systems. A practice of cadre deployment rather than meritocracy has become inherent when appointing and selecting local government officials and strategic thinkers who can be tasked to conceptualise new ideas of governance that can be associated with accountability and other good governance measures. The main question that this paper seeks to investigate is what causes poor governance and management performance in local municipalities under the African National Congress? The six themes generated from the analysis of literature reviews and strategic documents are meritocracy versus cadre deployment, strategic collaboration, human capital development, performance efficiency and efficacy, corruption and nepotism, and capital flight. Thus, to ensure best practices, parliamentary oversight structures and responsible departments, like the National Treasury, should build checks and balances in their institutional mechanisms that strive to streamline good cooperative governance practices and accountability measures as per constitutional prescripts to ensure that basic services are effectively and sufficiently rendered across cooperative governance spheres. Furthermore, appropriate oversight measures driven by political will from political superiors in the governing party should be adopted, inculcated, and institutionalised in the cooperative governance system of South Africa to punish serial offenders amongst accounting officers in local municipalities. This study is significant because it outlines effective oversight mechanisms that streamline good governance within the cooperative governance framework in the developing world with specific reference to South Africa.
Gen Z’s Intention to Accept Mobile Banking Services: The Impact of Digitalization and Technologization
Authors: Adhikari Gyan Mani , Lamichane Sushil , Parajuli Devendra , Bhattarai Ganesh
Published: January 2025

Digitalization and technology drive socio-economic development worldwide, transforming financial services and improving accessibility and convenience. In this regard, mobile banking has reduced bank queues. It is also growing due to its efficiency, with Gen Z (born 1993-2005) leading its adoption, so understanding their perspective is crucial. This study, therefore, examined the factors affecting Gen Z customers’ inclination to use mobile banking services in the Kathmandu Metropolitan City. This research employs descriptive and explanatory design to examine thoroughly the determinants of people’s intentions to use mobile banking services. The data were gathered using purposive sampling from 305 Gen Z individuals who had used mobile banking services at least once, and SEM with PLS version 4.1.0.1 was used for data analysis. The study findings indicate that perceived usefulness, social influence, and trust have a positive and significant impact, and perceived ease of use was found to have a positive but insignificant impact on Gen Z’s inclination to use mobile banking services. In contrast, perceived risk negatively and insignificantly impacts the inclination to use mobile banking services. However, perceived ease of use and perceived risk fully mediate Gen Z’s intention to adopt mobile banking services through perceived trust. Social influence exhibits complementary partial mediation, and perceived usefulness does not mediate the inclination to use mobile banking services through perceived trust. The study offers vital insights to regulators, policymakers, providers of Fintech services, and BFIs as they should prioritize building customer trust, emphasizing usefulness and social influence when developing mobile banking platforms.
Organizational Agility within the Context of Environmental Challenges: Assessing the Mediating Effect of Sustainable Prices Procurement
Authors: Aaman Nitasha , Ali Jamshid , Mujtaba Bahaudin G. , Ahadi Navidreza
Published: January 2025

Due to environmental degradation, the growing concern of green project performance has become the new marketable demand in the field of project management. Organizational agility as an emerging trend yields sustainability to attain the desired environmental goals and helps to adopt green practices like green procurement. This study empirically checked the direct and indirect impact of organizational agility (customer, partnering, and operational agility) on green project performance, and to understand the mediating role of green procurement between them in relation to the institutional theory, a quantitative analysis was performed. A total of 204 valid responses from construction industry employees in Pakistan were received in 2022 and PLS-SEM statistical analysis was carried out. The results showed a significant impact of organizational agility on green procurement, partial mediation of customer and operational agility, and complete mediation of partnering agility with green project performance. We know that customer and operational agility do have a significant direct impact on green project performance. Additionally, partnering agility did not show any direct relation with green project performance. Organizational agility can and does contribute towards green project performance and green procurement. Based on these findings, it is recommended that researchers study organizational agility and green procurement further in diverse sectors of each country, and with a larger audience. Also, in the context of developing countries, procurement needs more support, and project managers are advised to strengthen agility and its different dimensions.
Granger Test and ARDL Model for the Socio-Economic Challenges Investigation: Public Expenditure Components, Economic Growth, and Inflation
Authors: Hamadouche Fatma Zohra , Hamadouche Bekhta , Ghandour Malak Mohammad , Hamadouche Aicha , Boutrig Brahim
Published: January 2025

This study investigates the relationship between inflation recurrent expenditure, capital expenditure, and economic growth in Algeria in 1980–2022, employing Granger causality and an ARDL model. The results obtained confirm the hypothesis on the existence of a cointegration relationship between public expenditure components, economic growth, and inflation; the long-term results show that recurrent expenditure has a positive and significant relationship with inflation — a 1% increase in current expenditures leads to a 2.14% increase in inflation. Furthermore, capital expenditure negatively and significantly impacts inflation (at a 10% significance level); an increase of 1% in capital expenditure leads to an approximately 1.08% decrease in the inflation rate. GDP per capita also hurts the inflation rate in the long term (at a 10% significance level). An increase of 1% in GDP per capita leads to a 2.94% decrease in the inflation rate. The exchange rate has a negative and significant impact on inflation; any increase in the exchange rate by 1% leads to a reduction in inflation by 1.31%. In the short term, capital expenditure is the only variable with a significant relationship with inflation, where a 1% increase drives inflation up by 1.08% in the same year and 1.13% in the next. The error correction term (-0.75) highlights a strong adjustment mechanism, with deviations from long-term equilibrium corrected within approximately 16 months. The causality test results suggest unidirectional causality from economic growth to inflation at the 5% significance level. The study recommends prioritizing recurrent expenditures for essential services while enhancing capital investments in infrastructure to support economic growth. Exchange rate stability should be maintained to mitigate inflationary pressures, particularly in import-dependent sectors. Efforts to foster GDP per capita growth should include supporting private sector development and job creation. Additionally, fiscal discipline, transparency, and robust monitoring systems for public spending are crucial to ensuring efficient use of resources and controlling inflation.
Cuidador (in)formal no envelhecimento em portugal: scoping review
Authors: Bernardino Sofia Pinto , Rodrigues Cátia Sofia
Published: January 2025

Enquadramento: Portugal é um dos países mais envelhecidos da Europa e do Mundo, em que as pessoas idosas, apresentam elevada carga de doença e dependência. Necessitando de apoio de um Cuidador Informal, sendo na sua globalidade familiares, que não estão preparados para prestarem este tipo de cuidados. O Estatuto do Cuidador Informal foi aprovado pela Lei n.º 100/2019 engloba um conjunto de normas que regula os direitos e deveres do cuidador e da pessoa cuidada, estabelecendo medidas de apoio. O Cuidador Informal confronta-se com um processo complexo que acarreta mudanças no quotidiano e na saúde do mesmo, potenciando sobrecarga e exaustão.
Objetivos: Identificar vulnerabilidades e fragilidades do cuidador (in)formal no envelhecimento em Portugal, após aprovação do novo estatuto de cuidador informal e mapear o conhecimento, através de revisão da literatura.
Metodologia: Revisão da literatura, segundo a metodologia da Joanna Briggs Institute, e registo do protocolo de revisão na plataforma OSF (Open Science Framework). Foram incluídos na análise 21 artigos.
Conclusão: Os Cuidadores Informais têm sobrecarga elevada e necessitam dos profissionais de saúde, por apresentarem défices de conhecimento e competências práticas que lhe permita satisfazer as necessidades da pessoa dependente, principalmente quando esse cuidador também é idoso, com características e necessidades semelhantes às dos idosos dependentes. Destaca-se a necessidade de ações educativas na capacitação da pessoa e do cuidador para a realização das atividades da vida diárias, na identificação/eliminação de barreiras arquitetónicas, na manutenção de um ambiente seguro e na monitorização da condição da pessoa com limitações.
Novas e mais atividades chegam à ERPI ASAS TAP através da plataforma ACTIF
Authors: Matos Ana , Pereira Inês , Doroana João , Silva Sandra , Gonçalves Sara
Published: January 2025

A escassez de pessoal em instituições de saúde é uma preocupação crescente, refletida na elevada percentagem de dias sedentários entre adultos mais velhos. Conhecendo os benefícios da atividade física e cognitiva para a saúde e qualidade de vida, a plataforma Actif surge como uma solução inovadora para enfrentar esse desafio. Assim, propusemos avaliar a implementação da plataforma Actif na ERPI ASAS TAP durante um mês, comparando-o com o mês anterior, e analisando os seus benefícios.
A análise comparativa entre os dois períodos de estudo revelou um aumento de 21% no número total de atividades realizadas durante o segundo mês. Embora as atividades desportivas tenham aumentado em 26% no segundo mês, o maior crescimento foi observado nas sessões de estimulação cognitiva. Estas sessões apresentaram um notável crescimento relativo percentual de 953%, sendo a plataforma Actif responsável por 95% dessa tipologia.
 
Globalmente, verificou-se um incremento na participação em atividades no 2º Mês, com 66,2% dos residentes a envolverem-se mais ativamente. Os resultados positivos foram corroborados pelo feedback dos participantes, sendo a maioria das sessões reportadas como "fantástica". Além disso, observou-se que as atividades propostas pela Actif se mostraram mais alinhadas com os interesses dos residentes, tendo conseguido envolver pessoas que normalmente não participam nas atividades dinamizadas na instituição, com aumentos significativos variando de 20% a 600%.
A plataforma Actif emerge assim como uma ferramenta valiosa na promoção da saúde e qualidade de vida dos adultos mais velhos institucionalizados, contribuindo para um ambiente mais estimulante e sustentável nas instituições de saúde.
A qualidade de vida da pessoa doente com demência: avaliação do impacto do projeto vamos "sentir, estimular e autonomizar a vida"
Authors: Marques Ermelinda , Guerra Ricardo , Ferreira Ana , Rodrigues Cristina , Ramos Elsa , Martins José , Roque Vítor , Monteiro Mariana , Fernandes Isabel
Published: January 2025

Portugal é um dos países europeus com um dos índices de envelhecimento mais elevado, sendo as regiões do interior do país, as que apresentam um maior envelhecimento populacional, o que acarreta importantes desafios para estes territórios. Associado ao envelhecimento, surgem diversos problemas de saúde, entre os quais a demência. Atualmente não é muito comum existirem respostas sociais direcionadas para a prevenção ou cura na maioria das formas de demência, contudo, podem ser adotadas algumas estratégias para reduzir ou retardar alguns sintomas.  Neste sentido, o projeto Iniciativa VAMOS surge como uma resposta transversal e abrangente, centrada nas faixas da população mais vulneráveis e carenciadas, procurando melhorar a qualidade de vida e a autonomia das pessoas com demência através de intervenções personalizadas realizadas no domicílio. O principal objetivo deste estudo passou pela avaliação do impacto do Projeto Vamos, que decorreu entre novembro de 2022 e julho de 2023, bem como a análise dos resultados alcançados e a eficácia das intervenções, nas pessoas com demência. A metodologia seguiu uma abordagem quantitativa e qualitativa dos dados obtidos através da aplicação dos questionários QOL – AD a 16 pessoas com demência. Este projeto permitiu alargar a rede de respostas sociais para uma população específica, indo ao encontro da pessoa com demência, no seu contexto domiciliário, identificando as suas necessidades e diagnosticando atempadamente défices cognitivos. Esta estratégia possibilitou uma eficiente articulação com outras entidades de saúde, mobilizando os recursos adequados aos diferentes níveis de cuidados e permitindo o encaminhamento atempado.
Para além de umas grades
Authors: Nunes Maria João , Fernandes Isabel , Corte Agostinha
Published: January 2025

A nova Lei de Saúde Mental, procede à revogação do n.º 3 do artigo 92.º do Código Penal, que, até agora, permitia, em certos casos, a prorrogação sucessiva das medidas de segurança de internamento de cidadãos inimputáveis. Assim, com a sua entrada em vigor, cessarão as medidas de segurança de internamento que, à data, já tenham ultrapassado a duração máxima da pena prevista para o tipo de crime. Esta lei acentua uma visão humanista, enquanto vertente indispensável de cuidados de saúde de excelência, conferindo centralidade aos conceitos de autonomia, dignidade, participação, oportunidade e recuperação.
Objetivo: Aumentar a conscientização pública e refletir os efeitos da nova Lei em indivíduos idosos inimputáveis e mostrar de que forma é feita a reinserção social. 
Métodos: Revisão da literatura com pesquisa na PubMed usando as seguintes palavras-chave com diferentes combinações: idosos; reclusos inimputáveis; respostas; desafios.
Dados sugerem de acordo com o levantamento elaborado pelos serviços de internamento, que 46 pessoas estejam nesta situação.
Conclusão: Procura-se definir respostas mais adequadas às capacidades e necessidades de cada um dos cidadãos. As respostas podem passar pela reinserção em meio familiar; pela instalação em estruturas residenciais para idosos ou para pessoas com deficiência; diferentes tipologias de respostas habitacionais; pela colocação em instituições de saúde ou em unidades da rede de cuidados continuados integrados de saúde mental.  Esta Lei aumentará a exigência para os serviços de apoio, já de si bastante sobrecarregados e estruturalmente deficitários, o que pode tornar, de facto, muito difícil, mas não impossível ou a sua execução.
Figures of Comparison in the Novel Anak Perawan di Sarang Penyamun by Sutan Takdir Alisjahbana as Literature Teaching Material
Authors: Bunga Rosa Dalima , Djumadin Hawiah
Published: January 2025

The problem in the research is what is the comparative language style in the novel Anak Perawan di Sarang Penyamun by Sutan Takdir Alisjahbana. The aim is to describe the comparative language style in the novel Anak Perawan di Sarang Penyamun by Sutan Takdir Alisjahbana. Descriptive qualitative research aims to reveal various qualitative information. The method used in this research is a qualitative descriptive method. The data used in the research are sentences containing comparative figures of speech. Data source for the novel Anak Perawan di Sarang Penyamun by Sutan Takdir Alisjahbana. The technique used is literature study. Data analysis was carried out through the stages of data reduction, data presentation, and drawing conclusions. The results of the research show that there is a comparative language style consisting of personification figures of speech, allegory figures of speech, and hyperbole figures of speech. The three figures of speech found can be used as teaching materials in literature learning specifically on the main material of novel texts and basic competency 3.4 analyzing the content and language of novels.
The Effect of the PLEASE Strategy on Students’ Ability in Writing Descriptive Text at the Tenth Grade of SMA Negeri 5 Pematangsiantar
Authors: Sitinjak Evi Roseria , Neni Purba Christian , Lolo Siahaan Bas
Published: January 2025

This research aimed to find out the effect of Pick, List, Evaluate, Activate, Supply, End (PLEASE) teaching strategy to writing ability of tenth grade students of SMA Negeri 5 Pematangsiantar in writing descriptive text. This research was quantitative research. To get the answer for this research, the researcher used quasi-experimental design. This design involved two classes of the same level. The population of this research was tenth grade students of SMA Negeri 5 Pematangsiantar that tenth class. The sample of this research consisted of two classes, namely class X-6 using PLEASE teaching strategy as the experimental class and class X-2 use guided teaching strategy as the control class.To collect the data, the researcher used the test. The researcher used essay test as the instrument of the research.The result of the research showed that the effect of PLEASE teaching strategy was more significant than guided writing teaching strategy. It was proved by then t- test value (2,972)>t-table (1,995). It means that Ha was accepted and Ho was rejected.  The ability of students in writing a descriptive text in the experimental class was improved since they were taught by PLEASE teaching strategy. It can be conclude that Pick, List, Evaluate, Activate, Supply, End (PLEASE) teaching strategy has an effect to the writing ability of tenth grade students of SMA Negeri 5 Pematangsiantar in a descriptive text. It is recommended that the results of this research can used in order to develop the teaching strategy at school.
The Effect of The Jigsaw Teaching Technique on The Students' Reading Comprehension at Seventh Grade of UPTD SMPN 5 Pematangsiantar
Authors: Anjelina Sihombing Bonita , Sinurat Bloner , Silalahi Dumaris Elseria
Published: January 2025

This research aims to determine the effect of jigsaw teaching techniques on reading comprehension of Grade VII students at UPTD SMPN 5 Pematangsiantar in 2024/2025 school year. This research uses a quantitative research design by applying a quasi-experimental design. In this design, the research subjects were divided into two groups: VII-1 as experimental group and VII-2 as control group. The treatment was given only to the experimental group. The experimental group was treated with the jigsaw technique while the control group was treated without the jigsaw technique. The subjects of this research were seventh grade students (VII-1 and VII-2) of UPTD SMPN 5 Pematangsiantar with 62 students. The researcher used multiple choice questions as an instrument to assess students' reading comprehension. The results of data analysis showed that the mean score of the experimental class increased from 67.81 up to 81.25 while the mean score of the control class increased from 69.21 up to 73.43. A t-test was performed at the 5% significance level. The calculated t-value of 4.25 exceeds the t-table value of 1.670 (t-test > t-table). This indicates that the alternative hypothesis (Ha) is accepted and the null hypothesis (H0) is rejected. Therefore, it can be concluded that the use of jigsaw teaching technique has a significant effect on the reading comprehension of seventh grade students at UPTD SMPN 5 Pematangsiantar.
The Analysis of Figurative Language Used in The Lyric of Bruno Mars Album
Authors: Sihotang Putri Raisah , Hutahaean David Togi , Maria Efipanias Manihuruk Leonita , Intan Marpaung Tiarma , Siahaan Basar Lolo
Published: January 2025

The objectives of this research are: (1) To find out the types of figurative language used in Bruno Mars’ song album. (2) To find out the most dominant type of figurative language used in Bruno Mars’ song album. The design of this research is descriptive qualitative research. The type of data for this research is Bruno Mars' songs from the album 24K Magic, namely 24K Magic, That's What I Like, Calling All My Lovelies, Chunky, Versace on the Floor, Finesse, Perm, Straight Up & Down, Too Good to Say Goodbye. In this research, the researchers used Keraf's theory. From the analysis, the results of this research show that the total data of types of figurative language used in the album 24K Magic by Bruno Mars is 32 (100%). The most dominant figurative language style is Eponym. There are 11 (34%) Eponym in the song lyrics, 6 (19%) total personification data, 10 (31%) total metaphor data, and 5 (16%) similes in the song lyrics. The presence of figurative language in songs makes the conveyed message more interesting for the listeners. The author suggests that other researchers continue to analyze figurative language as it can help readers understand the meaning contained in the song lyrics. Another suggestion is for researchers who want to analyze figurative language in song lyrics to use other objects such as novels, films, poetry, etc.
Indonesian Language Learning Approach in the Merdeka Curriculum: A Literature Study on Implementation and Effectivenes
Authors: Judijanto Loso , Salahuddin Amar , Yantiningsih Erna , Handayani Linda , Kusumastuty M. Imelda
Published: January 2025

This study aims to examine the implementation and effectiveness of the Indonesian language learning approach in the Merdeka Curriculum through a literature review. The research conducted in this study uses a library research or literature study approach. The researcher relies on various literatures to obtain research data, with a qualitative approach that results in data in the form of words or descriptions. Based on the literature review conducted, the Indonesian language learning approach in the Merdeka Curriculum has great potential to improve the quality of education by providing space for more flexible and contextual learning tailored to students' needs. However, its implementation faces significant challenges, particularly related to teachers' readiness, infrastructure limitations, and a still-limited understanding of the fundamental principles of this curriculum. The success of the Merdeka Curriculum in Indonesian language learning largely depends on sustained support from various parties, such as the government, which must provide adequate training and infrastructure, as well as the involvement of the community and parents in the educational process. With good collaboration, this curriculum can improve the overall quality of education and have a positive impact on the younger generation of Indonesia.
The Optimization of Educational Management Through Efficient Financial Management: A Literature Review
Authors: Nuraini Betti , Rimbano Dheo , Gunadi Gunadi , Mulyadi Mulyadi , Judijanto Loso
Published: January 2025

This study aims to explore and analyze various strategies for efficient financial management as part of optimizing educational management in schools. Using a literature study method (Library Research) that is qualitative in nature, the research finds that decentralization of educational management provides flexibility in budget allocation according to local needs, but also requires strict supervision to ensure efficiency and transparency. Transparency in financial management is key to preventing budget misuse and enhancing public participation, which in turn contributes to the success of education. Additionally, the implementation of technology, such as e-budgeting applications and web-based reporting systems, can improve efficiency, transparency, and accountability in managing educational budgets. This technology also facilitates monitoring and decision-making processes that are faster and data-driven, ensuring more accurate fund allocation and supporting optimal improvements in education quality.
Parental Methods in Habituating Children to Pray Before Engaging in Activities
Authors: Zr Jamilah , Pratiwi Sindi , Selian Suci Nadillah , Sit Masganti
Published: January 2025

This study discusses methods of teaching and habituating prayer for young children through continuous and consistent habituation. Habituation is crucial for young children because their memory is still weak and their attention is easily diverted. The habituation method, known as operant conditioning, aims to accelerate the internalization of values being taught, so that these values are permanently embedded in the child’s character. This habituation also forms the foundation of character education, which emphasizes teaching positive values, one of which is the habit of praying. The process of habituating prayer for young children involves steps such as providing direct examples, using prayer songs, telling inspirational stories, and establishing enjoyable prayer routines. Praise and rewards are also given to reinforce the habit. The benefits of teaching prayer to young children include building faith, instilling moral and ethical values, developing emotional calmness, and promoting discipline and positive habits. Parents, as the first educators, play a crucial role in habituating their children to pray by providing good examples, offering clear explanations about prayer, and applying proper prayer etiquette. With these methods, it is hoped that children can make prayer a good habit and develop spiritual intelligence and positive character.
The Philosophy of Greek Rationalism - Islamic Spirituality and Classical Islamic Education Theory: Al-Farabi and Ibnu Sina
Authors: Ramadhona Rosa , Sukardi Ismail , As Mardiah
Published: January 2025

This study explores the interplay between Greek rationalism and Islamic spirituality in the context of classical Islamic education theories by Al-Farabi and Ibn Sina. Greek rationalism, represented by figures like Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle, emphasizes logic and reasoning, while Islamic spirituality integrates these principles with moral and spiritual values from Islamic teachings. Through a library research methodology, this study examines how these traditions have influenced the educational philosophies of Al-Farabi and Ibn Sina, focusing on their perspectives on educational objectives, teaching methods, and the integration of moral values. Al-Farabi’s concept of the “ideal society” highlights the role of education in shaping intellectually and ethically exemplary individuals, while Ibn Sina emphasizes an interdisciplinary and rational approach to learning, adapted to students' developmental stages. The findings demonstrate that integrating rationalism and spirituality can provide a holistic educational model that develops intellectual, emotional, and spiritual capacities. This approach is relevant for addressing modern educational challenges and fostering a balanced human development framework.
The Management of Curriculum Based on Islamic Values
Authors: Fera Zihan Fadilah  , Fitri Yati Naga  , Softa Rizanah  , Siti Nur Azizah  , Galih Prayogi  , Nurul Hidayati Murtafiah
Published: January 2025

This study aims to explore the concept, relevance, and implementation of an integrative curriculum based on Islamic values ​​in the context of modern education. An Islamic value-based curriculum is an educational approach that combines general knowledge with Islamic teachings holistically, aiming to produce a generation with Islamic character with intellectual, emotional, and spiritual intelligence. This study uses a qualitative method with literature studies to analyze the basic principles of the Islamic curriculum, such as monotheism, morals, balance, relevance, and integration of knowledge. The results of the study indicate that this curriculum has strong relevance in building the morals and character of students amidst the challenges of globalization. The implementation of a curriculum based on Islamic values ​​faces various challenges, including limited human resources and infrastructure, but has great potential to be implemented in Islamic educational institutions. This study recommends intensive training for teachers, development of Islamic-based teaching materials, and continuous evaluation of the implementation of this curriculum. This research is expected to provide a significant contribution to the development of Islamic education in Indonesia.
The Development of Canva-Based Learning Media in Islamic Religious Education (PAI) for 7th Grade at MTs. Muhammadiyah Curup
Authors: Rukmini Reni Dianti , Damayanti Wiwik , Nasution Aida Rahmi , Kristanti Epa
Published: January 2025

Religious education plays an essential role in shaping students' personalities and their devotion to worship. Achievement in Islamic Religious Education is influenced by both internal and external factors. Internal factors can be enhanced through support from parents and teachers, while external factors depend on the student's social environment. With the advancement of information and communication technology, the teaching and learning process has undergone a significant transformation. Creative educators utilize learning media to make lessons more engaging and tailored to students' characteristics. The purpose of this study is to develop effective and practical learning media that can enhance student interest in learning, foster good character, and meet the interactive learning needs of the digital era. This research employs a qualitative method with a descriptive approach. The findings suggest that Canva-based learning media, as a development product for Islamic Religious Education (PAI) lessons for 7th-grade students at MTs. Muhammadiyah Curup, can be used by adhering to the steps and guidelines of the development model and the available Canva application, enabling teachers to conduct lessons in an easy, quick, accurate, and effective manner.