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Assessment of Factors Influencing Retail Consumers’ Choice of Fuel Service Stations in Lusaka, Zambia
Authors: Abby Pangani  , Bupe Getrude Mwanza
Published: August 2024

Zambia's downstream petroleum retail sector has become fiercely competitive, compelling oil marketing companies (OMCs) to effectively understand and cater to consumer preferences. This research assessed the factors influencing retail consumers’ choice of fuel service stations in Lusaka, Zambia. The study adopted a positivist research philosophy and applied a quantitative approach, utilizing a cross-sectional descriptive research design. A structured questionnaire was used to collect data from 440 motorists determined by Yamane’s formula, within the central business of Lusaka town offering a diverse mix of fuel station brands and associated respondents. The primary data collected was analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics with the aid of the Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) and Microsoft Excel. The study revealed that service quality, fuel station location, brand image, promotional programs, and non-fuel amenities significantly influence retail consumer choice of a fuel service station in Lusaka Zambia. Based on these findings, recommendations are made to OMCs to continuously improve all aspects of service quality, optimize fuel station location, revamp promotional strategies, strengthen brand image and reputation, enhance non-fuel amenities beyond mere fuel service, and continuously monitor and adapt strategies to improve their competitive edge.
Farmers Participation in Community-Based Extension Organizations
Authors: Okwuokenye, G.F.  , Nwandu, I.P.  , Ogbonna, S.I.
Published: August 2024

This study investigated the involvement of farmers in community-based extension organizations as a new approach to alleviating rural poverty in Kaduna State, Nigeria. The research included 437 respondents from 18 communities across 6 local government areas, randomly selected from two agricultural zones. Descriptive statistics were utilized to address the study's objectives, while inferential statistics, including multiple regression, t-tests, and binomial statistics, were employed for data analysis. Findings indicated that the respondents had an average residence duration of 14 years, an average age of 45 years, an average household size of 7 persons, average farm size of 3 hectares, and 11.7 average years of farming experience. A majority (81.5%) of the respondents exhibited a moderate level of participation in their community-based extension organizations, which led to a significant increase in farm income, averaging N92,907.18 after becoming members of CBEOs. Respondents showed a favourable attitude (82%) to participation in the groups they belong with particular interest in the areas of: participation in the group has enhanced my farm output and participation in the group has improved my income, amongst other issues of consideration. Socio-economic characteristics that significantly affect farmers income are; participation score (b = 0.029; t = 1.992), length of community residence (b = 0.078; t = 1.964), age (b = -0.029; t = -2.584), educational status (b = 0.125; t = 2.610), household size (b = 0.054; t = 1.979), farm size (b = 0.068; 3.184) and farming experience (b = 0.068; t = 1.999). It was recommended that respondents’ interest should be jacked up to reflect more interest in the groups they belong by improving on their level of participation.
Assessment of Radon Contamination in Drinking Water Sources Around Babban Tsauni Gold Mining Area, Federal Capital Territory, Nigeria
Authors: Odelami Kafayat Abdulrasheed , Oladipo Mark O. Afolayan , Onoja M. A , Musa Yahaya , Aremu Saudat O.
Published: August 2024

ABSTRACT
Radon, a naturally occurring radioactive gas, is produced through the disintegration of radionuclides like uranium, thorium, or radium in the earth's crust. In this study, the radon levels and the annual effective dose from drinking water sources were assessed in Babban Tsauni, Gwagwalada, Nigeria, where artisanal gold mining is taking place. Water samples were collected and analyzed for 222Rn using liquid scintillation counter (Tri-Carb-LSA1000). The highest radon activity concentration was found in Dobi with a value of 3.215 Bq/L, while the lowest was found in Tsauni 7; 0.025 Bq/L. Both values were significantly below the maximum contamination level of 11.1 Bq/L and the world average value of 10 Bq/L, as established by USEPA and WHO respectively. The annual effective dose from ingesting radon was also below the permissible limit of 1 mSv/y for all age groups, the values for adult, children and infant ranged in mSv/y from 5.59E-07 to 2.35E-05, 8.39E-07 to 3.52E-05, 9.79E-07 to 4.11E-05 and 1.79E-07 to 2.55E-06, 2.68E-07 to 3.82E-06, 3.13E-07 to 4.46E-06 for ground and surface water sources respectively. This study concluded that the radon concentrations in the water sources remained within safe limits and that the anthropogenic activities of gold mining had no significant effect on the water sources.
Pathloss Assessment of a Terrestrial Digital UHF Channel over Kano City, Nigeria
Authors: Akinbolati Akinsanmi , Omotosho Yusuf Isiaq , Adamu Idris , Suleiman Muftahu , Yaradua Sabiru Aminu
Published: August 2024

Path loss assessment is an important factor in wireless communications to ensure quality of service. This study involves the measurement of Received Signal Strength (RSS) of Digital Terrestrial Television (DTTV) Star Times Station in Kano at 1 km intervals along three routes. Data were gathered during dry and wet season months in the year 2022. The path loss along the routes were computed based on the Okumura-Hata model. It was observed that path losses were higher during wet than dry season months. The result also indicates a higher negative correlation coefficient (R) of -0.745 between Line of Sight (LOS) and RSS for wet and -0.690 for dry season months respectively for route, A. Similarly, R, of -0.739 between LOS and RSS was also observed during wet and -0.589 for dry season months for route, B. In addition, R, of -0.420 was observed between LOS and RSS during wet and -0.328 for dry season months along route C.  The average path loss for wet season is 133.90 dB and for dry season is 127.90 dB. Furthermore, this study introduced a Modified Hata Path Loss Model (MHPL) that takes into account the impact of specific tropospheric parameters such as LOS and elevation. Findings further indicated that the path loss predicted by the conventional Hata model exhibited a steady exponential increase with LOS. Similarly, MHPL followed a comparable trajectory, with some exceptions manifesting as peaks and valleys. The overall findings will be useful for power budgeting that will enhance quality of service of DTTV signal over Kano city.
Assessment of Natural Occurring Radioactive Materials and Radiological Hazards Exposure in Soil of Ohia in Umuahia South Abia State Nigeria, Using High Purity Germanium (HPGe) Gamma Ray Spectrometry
Authors: Onudibia Moses Ejike , Silva P. S. C. , Odoh C. M. , Essiett A. A. , Linhares H. M. S. M. D. , Guiherme S. Z. , Genezini F. A. , Alumuku L. C. , Ezekiel Y. A. , Abel J. , Osimiri O. L.
Published: August 2024

Evaluation of natural occurring radioactive materials (NORMs) and radiological exposure are important. The main goal of this work was to determine the NORMs level and radiological exposure risk in Umuahia, using High Purity Germanium Gamma Ray Spectrometry at IPEN, Brazil. The radionuclides (RDNs) such as: 40K, 226Ra and 232Th and radiological parametric indices (RPIs) such as: Absorbed Dose Rate in Air (D), Outdoor and Indoor Annual Effective Dose Equivalent (AEDE), Radium Equivalent Activity (Raeq), Annual Gonadal Equivalent Dose (AGED) and Activity Concentration Index (I) were determined. The mean values of 40K, 226Ra and 232Th in Bq kg-1 were: 147, 28, and 31 while the RPIs mean values for D, ,, AGED,  Raeq, and I are: 37 nGy h-1, 0.05 mSv y-1, 0.18 mSv y-1, 260  y-1,  83 Bq kg-1 and 0.29 respectively. Mean value of RDNs were found to be lower than 412 Bq kg-1, 32 Bq kg-1 and 35 Bq kg-1 average value while RPIs were also lower than  59 nGy h-1, 0.08 mSv y-1 for , 0.42 mSv y-1, 300  y-1 for AGED, 370 Bq kg-1 for Raeq, and 1 mSv y-1 respectively global safe limit or mean values. It is concluded that the soil is radiological safe for agriculture, building and construction purposes.
Climate Change, Trend Analysis of Temperature in Yola, North East Nigeria
Authors: Jacob Abel , Iyen Cookey
Published: August 2024

Climate change is causing temperature and rainfall patterns to change in most parts of the globe. Consequently, a trend analysis of temperature in Yola, North East Nigeria, between 1975 and 2018 was carried out using the Mann-Kendall trend test to determine the trend of temperature in the region and hence determine the impact of climate change in the region. The data on temperature was obtained from the archive of the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet). The Mann Kendall’s statistics of maximum temperature showed that the highest maximum temperature recorded within the period is 38.7˚C while the lowest maximum temperature is 33.3˚C, the test also showed a Kendall’s tau value of -0.392 with a P value of 0.000 indicating that maximum temperature is decreasing while the Mann Kendall’s statistics on minimum temperature showed that the highest minimum temperature recorded within the period was 24.0˚C while the lowest minimum temperature recorded is 21.4˚C. The results revealed that climate change is not very pronounced in the region as the maximum temperature is decreasing while the minimum temperature is increasing in the region. This result implies that the region is becoming warmer and is likely to experience an increase in rainfall. It is therefore recommended that residences build houses that allow for good ventilation to minimise heat stress, and residences should not build or farm on waterways to avoid flooding and destruction of houses and farm produce during the rainy season.
Penguatan Pemahaman Tahapan Desain Produksi Film pada Unit Kegiatan Mahasiswa Film UIN Gusdur Pekalongan
Authors: Arditya Prayogi  , Noorma Fitriana M. Zain  , Ayon Diniyanto  , Imam Prayogo Pujiono
Published: August 2024

Pemahaman mengenai tahapan desain pada produksi suatu film menjadi penting untuk dimiliki oleh pelaku seni visual, utamanya insan perfilman. Dengan demikian kegiatan pengabdian kepada masayarakat kali ini bertujuan untuk memberi penguatan kepada pemahaman akan pentingnya tahapan desain dalam produksi film dengan menggandeng mitra dari unit kegiatan mahasiswa film di kampus UIN Gusdur Pekalongan. Kegiatan pengabdian kali ini dilakuakn dengan metode service learning dengan tahapan kegiatan berupa penyampaian materi dan mensimulasikan proses produksi film. Hasil yang didapatkan dari terlaksananya kegiatan pengabdian kepada masyarakat ini adalah para peserta kegiatan semakin mengetahui akan pentingnya tahapan desain pada proses produksi film serta mampu mengoperasionalisasikannya dalam produksi film. Dengan demikian terjadi penguatan pemahaman para peserta terhadap tahapan desain proses produksi film.
Effects of exercise for older women with osteoporosis: A systematic review
Authors: Mineiro Lindomar , Zeigelboim Bianca Simone , Dos Santos Christiano Francisco , Da Rosa Michéli Rodrigues , Valderramas Silvia , Gomes Anna Raquel Silveira
Published: August 2024

Aim: This study aimed to systematically review the existing evidence on the effects of physical exercise on muscle strength, balance, risk of falls, and fractures for older women with osteoporosis. Methods: MEDLINE (PubMed), Cochrane Central Register of Clinical Trials, Web of Science, PEDro, and Lilacs were searched, and the methodological qualities were measured using the Assessing risk of bias—Cochrane Collaboration’s tool scale. Results: Eight controlled clinical trials were included. Conclusion: Multicomponent physical exercise, not only balance, may be considered as an intervention for older women with osteoporosis due to its effects on balance, strength, and functional outcomes. Future new randomized controlled trials should focus on parameters to prescribe physical exercise as the progression of resistance and its effects on skeletal muscle function, balance, strength, risk, and number of falls and fractures for older women with osteoporosis.
Research on countermeasures for safety prevention of muscle injury in sports under the background of big data and smart medicine
Authors: Wang Chunfang
Published: August 2024

With the deepening of quality-oriented education and the implementation of new curriculum standards, the forms and contents of school sports activities are increasingly diversified. In this regard, special attention must be paid to sports safety. Sports is a sport to improve physical and mental health, but it is easy to cause physical injury in sports. Big data can effectively monitor the normalization of movement in the process of exercise, so as to take timely safety precautions and reduce the probability of muscle injury. Therefore, by analyzing the causes and influencing factors of muscle injury in sports, this paper puts forward some safety precautions to avoid muscle injury accidents during sports. Through the neural network algorithm, it can be seen that with the increase of time, the function width and prevention index of security are constantly rising, and the average value of function width is about 0.83. The seventh day is 0.15 higher than the first day, the average value of prevention index is 1.31, and the seventh day is 0.19 higher than the first day. The effect of the optimized safety prevention strategy is better than that of the traditional safety prevention strategy, and the probability of muscle injury of athletes is also greatly reduced by 11% compared with the traditional one; However, the rehabilitation effect has improved a lot, 9% higher than the traditional one.
Rehabilitation management of sports athletes’ muscle injury based on OpenSim technology
Authors: Zhou Na , Hu Haiguang
Published: August 2024

Due to the rapid development of sports and people’s love for sports, athletes often perform resistance training beyond the body to achieve better results, resulting in frequent muscle injuries. After the injury, the athlete cannot return to the state before the injury in time, which destroys the previous training results and hinders the athlete from improving to the professional level. Therefore, the research of athletes’ post-injury rehabilitation is the central subject of modern sports science research. This paper used OpenSim technology to study the rehabilitation management of sports athletes’ muscle injury. In this paper, the OpenSim skeletal muscle model was first established, followed by muscle modeling and characteristic analysis, and then a muscle rehabilitation system was constructed. The experimental part used the limb rehabilitation device model of this paper to carry out muscle rehabilitation training for patients with muscle injury, and compared it with conventional rehabilitation training. The experimental results showed that the limb rehabilitation device in this paper had a better rehabilitation effect. Compared with the traditional rehabilitation training, the excellent rate of the total active range of motion of the joints and the satisfaction of rehabilitation nursing were both increased by 10%.
The integrated relationship between type two muscle fibers and aging: An update study
Authors: Freire Ivelize
Published: August 2024

Aging is an intriguing process that fascinates many researchers. This fascination is related to the impossibility of controlling time and its influence on human beings. Many theories have been studied to understand this complex process and the impact it has on the muscular system. The ability to control this influence and how to reduce the risk of falls, prevent illnesses, and improve the quality of life of the elderly has encouraged the development of many studies related to it. It is known that type two fibers undergo more denervation than type one fibers during aging, as well as the relationship between specific characteristics and their decline. However, some questions related to how this process actually happened and the ideal exercises that can enhance hypertrophy and the recruitment of type two fibers, although resistance training has been more accepted, are not clear and require further studies focused on this issue. Therefore, considering the importance of these type 2 muscle fibers in the aging process and how they impact the elderly, the objective of this study is to be pioneer in collecting recent and relevant information associated with this specific kind of fiber, show the current gaps on the subject and encourage new research to seek knowledge that improves science.
Effect of a Nurse-Led Exercise Program on Depression in Elderly Patients with Diabetes: A Retrospective Study
Authors: Peng Li , Wei Ran , Lu Yi
Published: August 2024

Background: Patients with diabetes often face psychological challenges, particularly depression. The coexistence of these two conditions can significantly impact both the mental and physical health of individuals. This study aims to investigate the effects of nurse-led exercise training on elderly patients diagnosed with type 2 diabetes mellitus and comorbid depression through experimental research. By selecting appropriate exercise programs for patients, the study seeks to identify effective strategies for improving both their physical health and depressive symptoms. Additionally, it aims to offer tailored exercise recommendations to enhance the overall well-being of these patients. 
Method: The observation group (n = 53) and the control group (n = 53) were selected based on the interventions documented in the patients' medical records, with eligible patients identified as research participants. The control group received standard medication, while the observation group engaged in intensive exercise training in addition to their standard treatment, dedicating 60–90 min per day to exercise. Prior to and following the intervention, blood glucose indices, levels of 5-hydroxytryptamine (5-HT) and norepinephrine (NE), self-rating depression scale (SDS), Self-Rating Anxiety Scale (SAS), Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI), and Generic Quality of Life Inventory (GQOLI-74) scores were assessed to evaluate the impact of the exercise training intervention. 
Result: Following the intervention, levels of fasting blood glucose (FBG), 2-h postprandial blood glucose (PBG), and Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) were reduced compared to pre-intervention levels, with the exercise group exhibiting lower levels than the control group (p < 0.05). Additionally, post-intervention, patients' levels of 5-HT and NE increased, with the exercise group demonstrating higher levels than the control group (p < 0.05). Moreover, post-intervention, SDS and SAS scores decreased, with more significant improvements observed in the observation group (p < 0.05). Furthermore, the intervention improved sleep quality and quality of life among patients in the exercise group compared to those in the control group (p < 0.05). 
Conclusion: Nurse-guided exercise training demonstrates a significant capacity to ameliorate glycemic indexes among patients with diabetes mellitus comorbid with depression. It not only diminishes depression and anxiety levels but also enhances the expression of 5-HT and NE. Furthermore, it effectively elevates patients' sleep quality and quality of life. These findings underscore the potential of nurse-led exercise interventions for clinical promotion and widespread application.
Mental Health and Suicidal Behaviour in Chilean Youth during the Covid-19 Pandemic
Authors: Bustos Villarroel Alexis , Pereda Noemí , Suárez-Soto Elizabeth
Published: August 2024

Background: The pandemic caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus led to a series of containment and mitigation measures through lockdowns, social distancing, and the closure of educational establishments, which have had a profound impact on the mental health of the adolescent population.  
Objective: The main objective of the present study has been to identify the sociodemographic and mental health variables related to suicidal ideation, planning, and attempts in young people participating in outpatient intervention projects within the Chilean protection network since the onset of the pandemic and the strictest lockdowns.  
Method: The study's sample consists of 125 young people aged 14 to 18 years (M = 15.65; SD = 1.22), participating in outpatient intervention projects within the National Service for Minors (SENAME)/Better Childhood protection network. Through a self-report survey, the young participants provided responses on sociodemographic variables and suicidal behaviour (ideation, planning, and attempts).  
Results: 29.9% of the participants reported suicidal ideation during the onset of the pandemic and the established lockdowns; 29.2% reported having devised a plan to do so, and 18.2% indicated having attempted suicide during the evaluated period. A higher occurrence of suicidal behaviour was observed in females, heterosexual individuals, respondents over 15 years old, and respondents presenting depressive symptoms.  
Conclusions: The Covid-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on suicidal behaviour among the adolescent population served by the protection network in Chile. The prior violation of their rights may have contributed to the issue, particularly affecting young females in late adolescence with indicators of depression, who require specialized intervention due to the high risk detected.
Effectiveness of Electroconvulsive Therapy in Functional Neurological Disorders: A Case Report
Authors: Paz-Otero María Del Pilar , Gallego Deike Lucía
Published: August 2024

Electroconvulsive therapy is a type of therapy frequently used in psychiatric clinical practice. Although it is generally used for the treatment of affective disorders or severe and/or resistant psychotic disorders, it has also demonstrated its usefulness in many other neuropsychiatric conditions.   
We present the case of a 26-year-old woman, previously diagnosed with a functional neurological disorder—with fixed dystonia phenotype in the right upper limb—, admitted to our hospital for a severe depressive episode. After noting the absence of clinical improvement with psychopharmacological treatment, it was decided to give electroconvulsive therapy, receiving a total of 11 sessions, 9 of which were effective, with bifrontotemporal application, three times a week. The patient experienced a significant improvement, not only at an affective and behavioral level, but also in the dystonia, recovering most of the mobility in the right hand and completely relinquishing the pain.   
Although scientific evidence is scarce regarding the use of electroconvulsive therapy in functional neurological disorders, this clinical case supports the existing literature and raises this therapy as a possibility in resistant and comorbid conditions with severe affective disorders.
NEXMIF Combined with KIDINS220 Gene Mutation Caused Neurodevelopmental Disorder and Epilepsy: One Case Report
Authors: Qi Hongli , Pan Dongju , Zhang Ying , Zhu Yunhui , Zhang Xie , Fu Tingting
Published: August 2024

Summary of Medical History: A male infant, 8 months old, was admitted to hospital with cough and fever. The clinical symptoms were found to be mental retardation, obesity, dystonia, movement limitation, and visual retardation. Early development was normal, but after 6 months, the child developed upright head instability, difficulty grasping, and seizures. 
Symptoms and Signs: The child presents with mental retardation, obesity, increased muscle tone, motor dysfunction, visual impairment, and seizures. Diagnosis: A whole exon test was performed to detect a neurite extension and migration factor (NEXMIF) gene mutation (NM_001008537.2: c.1042C > T (p. Arg348*)), which is known to be associated with intellectual disability and neurological symptoms. In addition, the test revealed a mutation in the Kinase D interacting substrate of 220 kDa (KIDINS220) gene (NM_020738.2: c.3242_3243insC (p. Leu1082AIafs*5)) with a heterozygous mutation in the father and wild type in the mother. Treatment: The patient was treated with anti-infection, aerosol inhalation, calcium supplement, and anti-epileptic drugs (levetiracetam), and the disease was controlled. Home and hospital rehabilitation is also underway. 
Clinical Outcome: The condition of the child improved after treatment and no seizures occurred again. The patient needs continuous rehabilitation treatment and follow-up observation. 
Conclusion: For male children with unexplained neurodevelopmental disorders and comorbidities such as obesity, dystonia, and seizures, mutations in related genes such as NEXMIF should be considered. Clinical practice should improve genetic testing as early as possible to provide a basis for genetic counseling.
Causality between Sarcopenia and Depression: A Bidirectional Mendelian Randomization Study
Authors: Li Yongzhi , Han Lijun , Liang Jingliang , Song Rui , Tai Miao , Sun Xiaojie
Published: August 2024

Background: Numerous observational studies have suggested a correlation between sarcopenia and depression, but the nature of this relationship requires further investigation.
Methods: This study employed bidirectional Mendelian randomization to explore this connection. Data from genome-wide association studies were used, encompassing measures of sarcopenia and mental factors, including depression and emotional states. The initial analysis concentrated on the impact of depression on sarcopenia, and then it examined the reverse relationship. The same methodology was applied to emotional data for validation.
Results: The results indicated a reciprocal causation between sarcopenia and depression, even when emotional state data were considered. Various emotions can impact sarcopenia, and in turn, sarcopenia can affect emotions, except subjective well-being. These findings highlight a cyclic deterioration between sarcopenia and depression, with a link to negative emotions and a partially ameliorative effect of subjective well-being on sarcopenia.
Conclusions: In summary, this study sheds light on the interplay between psychiatric factors and sarcopenia, offering insights into intervention and prevention strategies.
Evaluation of Clinical Correlation between Insulin Resistance and Antipsychotic Drug Therapy in Patients with Schizophrenia
Authors: Wang Fang , Wang Faya , Tao Xiaoqing , Ni Wenxian , Li Wenxin , Lin Jiao
Published: August 2024

Background: Treatment with different antipsychotics can lead to various metabolic side effects in patients with psychosis, impacting long-term prognosis. This study aimed to compare the changes and clinical efficacy of insulin resistance in patients treated with olanzapine and ziprasidone. 
Method: A retrospective analysis was conducted on the clinical data of 80 patients with schizophrenia. The patients were divided into olanzapine treatment group and ziprasidone treatment group. Parameters including body weight, body mass index (BMI), fasting plasma glucose (FPG), fasting plasma insulin (FPI), cholesterol (CHO), triglyceride (TG), high-density lipoprotein (HDL), low-density lipoprotein (LDL), insulin resistance index, and Positive and Negative Syndrome Scale (PANSS) scores were recorded and compared before and after treatment. 
Results: BMI, FPG, FPI, homeostatic model assessment of insulin resistance (HOMA-IR), CHO, TG and LDL in both groups were significantly higher than before treatment (p < 0.05). These parameters were significantly higher in the olanzapine group than in the ziprasidone group (p < 0.05). The level of HDL in both groups was significantly decreased after treatment, and the level of HDL in the olanzapine group was significantly lower than that in the ziprasidone group after treatment (p < 0.05). After treatment, the total score and score of PANSS in both groups were significantly lower than before treatment (p < 0.05). After treatment, there was no significant difference in total score and PANSS score between both groups (p > 0.05). The incidence of insulin resistance (IR) was significantly higher in the olanzapine group compared to the ziprasidone group (χ2 = 4.021, p < 0.05). In the IR group, BMI, FPG, FPI, TG, and LDL levels were higher than in the non-IR group (p < 0.05). Multivariate analysis indicated that BMI, FPG, FPI, TG, and LDL were independent risk factors for IR (odd ratio (OR) >1, p < 0.05). 
Conclusions: Treatment with olanzapine and ziprasidone improves clinical symptoms in patients with schizophrenia, but increases the risk of insulin resistance. The metabolic side effects of olanzapine are more pronounced.
The Correlation between Depression during Pregnancy and Metabolic Syndrome
Authors: Wu Qunli , Huang Haiyan , Wang Xiaojun , Tao Xiaoling
Published: August 2024

Background: In recent years, the incidence of depression during pregnancy has gradually increased, and the disorder of lipid metabolism in patients with depression is an important research direction. Therefore, this study aimed to explore the correlation between depression during pregnancy and metabolic syndrome (MS). 
Methods: A total of 113 pregnant women diagnosed as depression during pregnancy from November 2019 to January 2022 were selected as the observation group. After excluding 3 cases, 110 cases were finally included. And 102 pregnant women who were not diagnosed as depression during pregnancy in the same period were selected as the control group. After excluding 2 cases, 100 cases were finally included for comparative study. The levels of various parameters, including serum triglyceride (TG), total cholesterol (TC), high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C) and low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C), fasting plasma glucose (FPG), C-reactive protein (CRP), systolic blood pressure (SBP), and diastolic blood pressure (DBP) were compared between the two groups. Furthermore, the Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS) was used to evaluate the depression scores of postpartum women. Additionally, the correlation between EPDS scores and clinical indexes was assessed in patients with depression during pregnancy. 
Results: We observed that the body weight, EPDS score, the proportion of hyperglycemia, hypertension, and dyslipidemia were significantly higher in the observation group compared to the control group (p < 0.001). Furthermore, the observation group exhibited significantly higher levels of TG, TC, HDL-C, LDL-C, FPG, CRP, SBP, and DBP than the control group (p < 0.001). Pearson linear correlation analysis revealed that TG, TC, HDL-C, LDL-C, FPG, CRP, SBP, and DBP levels were positively correlated with EPDS scores (p < 0.001). 
Conclusion: This study indicates a specific correlation between MS and depression during pregnancy, and MS-related indicators are positively correlated with EPDS scores among these individuals.
Hand Washing: When Ritual Behavior Protects! Covid-19 Experience in Children and Adolescents with (and without) Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
Authors: Demaria Francesco , Pontillo Maria , Vicari Stefano
Published: August 2024

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Development of Mount Sinabung Refugee Relocation Areas Through Tourism Villages in the Siosar Area, Karo District, North Sumatra Province
Authors: Linnga Osland Herijon , Sirojulizam Sirojulizam , Purwoko Agus , Thoha Achmad Siddik
Published: August 2024

Regional development planning is aimed at achieving harmony and balance in development between regions in accordance with their natural potential and utilizing this potential in an efficient, orderly and safe manner. For this reason, based on Law no. 24 of 1992 concerning Spatial Planning, a National Spatial Plan (RTRWN) has been drawn up which has been stipulated through Government Regulation no. 47 of 1997 as a reference for national development planning. The development of the relocation area for Siosar Village, Karo Regency, requires support from relevant stakeholders, namely the Karo Regency Government, the Karo DPRD and Entrepreneurs. It is hoped that this will further strengthen the development of the Siosar Village relocation area into a Tourism Village. The urgency of this research is to find out the potential for opening the Siosar tourism village to become a tourist village and from a socio-economic point of view of the community. The data collection technique is to distribute questionnaires to stakeholders including the public and visitors. The data analysis technique used uses the smartPLS approach and the result is that there are socio-economic influences on the community in regional development. The socio-economic community also has an influence on tourist villages. The tourism village has an influence on regional development and through the Sobel test, the tourism village variable is able to mediate the socio-economic conditions of the community towards regional development.
Improving Student’s Critical Thinking Ability Using HOTS-Based Modules in Chemistry Learning
Authors: Sugiharti Gulmah , Siregar Muhammad Isa , Samosir Desima , Anugrah Ade Nur
Published: August 2024

Learning the 21st century obliges student For have three Skills that is Skills think critical, skills think creativity and skills solve problem. Skills the known with Skills think level tall or HOTS (Higher Order Thinking Skill). Study This aim to: (1) know appropriateness module HOTS based on the material acid-base in accordance with criteria that have been determined by BSNP. (2) knowing is ability think critical student use module HOTS based more tall rather than ability think student use book packages at school and. (3) knowing response student to module HOTS based on the material acids and bases that have been developed. This study made with Research & Development approach using ADDIE model paradigm. Study This conducted at Medan State University and Medan 21 State High School. Research result This show that through development module HOTS based on the material average acid-base result analysis is 91% (valid) and no need revised while the average response student is 85% (very interesting ). This matter show that module HOTS based on the material solution sour developed language​ worthy and very interesting for student . And the average value ability think critical student use developed module​ is 81 while the average value ability think critical student use book package at school of 70.8. This matter show ability think critical student use module Based on developed HOTS more tall compared to ability think critical student use book package at school.
Transformational Leadership in SMEs: Leveraging Initiative Climate and Employee Engagement for Enhanced Proactive Service Performance
Authors: Pratama Chandra Bagus Agung , Soetjipto Budi Eko , Wardoyo Cipto , . Sudarmiatin , Hardi Richki , Pribadi Agung Sakti , Ariyani Linda Fauziyah
Published: August 2024

This research explores the mediating role of initiative climate and employee engagement in the influence of transformational leadership on proactive service performance in Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in Balikpapan. Adopting a quantitative approach and utilizing Structural Equation Modeling (SEM), the study surveys 200 employees from the service sector. The results reveal that transformational leadership significantly enhances proactive service performance. Additionally, it is found that the initiative climate and employee engagement mediate the relationship between transformational leadership and proactive service performance. The initiative climate is vital in fostering an environment that encourages proactive behaviors, while employee engagement boosts motivation and involvement in service tasks. These findings underscore the importance of transformational leadership in promoting superior service performance by creating an initiative-driven work climate and fostering high employee engagement. The practical implications suggest that SMEs should strengthen transformational leadership and cultivate an initiative climate alongside employee engagement to improve service performance.
Research on the Global Communication of Traditional Chinese Medicine from the Perspective of Cognitive Linguistics
Authors: Zheng Jie , Luo Ruifeng
Published: August 2024

Chinese medicine is one of the important traditional cultures of the Chinese nation, a typical representative of the unique wisdom of the nation, and an influential worldwide cultural label of the country. In this paper, the theory of Cognitive Linguistics is used to enhance the depth of cultural communication of traditional Chinese medicine, to make up for the shortcomings of single language, mode and means in the communication research of traditional Chinese medicine at home and abroad, and to provide innovative research routes for the communication of traditional Chinese medicine at home and abroad, such as cognitive neuroscience and artificial intelligence big data, which conform to the development of the times. From a practical point of view, it will provide solutions for the internal and external communication of Chinese medicine more empirically and scientifically, and more effectively promote the Chinese medicine culture to take root in the local area and go global. Especially, it will gain the recognition of the younger generation who are good at obtaining information from new media through high-quality audio-visual translation products of Chinese medicine, so as to build a human health community with Chinese medicine as an important part.
The Effect of Bottom-Up Approach in Development Planning on Regional Economic Development in North Sumatra Province, Indonesia
Authors: Panjaitan Dikky Anugerah , Lubis Satia Negara , Sabrina T. , . Badaruddin
Published: August 2024

Development planning is a continuous process, including the discretion of decision-makers based on resource availability managed systematically. The combination of bottom-up approach and this process is becoming mainstream in Indonesia to promote the achievement of outcomes. Therefore, this research aims to determine the influence of development planning with bottom-up approach on economic development in North Sumatra region. The data analysis used is multiple linear regression with a backward approach to identify factors, influencing regional economic development. A total of 6 endogenous variables are used for aspects of regional economic development and the implementation of the approach. The results show that there are only four exogenous variables with significant influence on regional economic development, namely Village Development Planning Conference (Musrenbang), Regency/City Musrenbang, Provincial Musrenbang, and Community Aspiration Channel. These four forms of bottom-up approach should be intensified to increase the effectiveness of regional development. Meanwhile, additional variables necessitate thorough evaluation and integration into the model to enhance effectiveness and make substantive contributions to regional economic development.
The Role of Individual Performance in the Influence of Innovation Culture and Quality of Work Life On Competitive Advantage
Authors: . Nurlaila , Ratnasari Sri Langgeng , Harsasi Meirani , Sultan Zulkifli
Published: August 2024

Providing empirical evidence of the role of individual performance on the influence of innovation culture and quality of work life to increase competitive advantage is the aim of this study. This study takes the tourism sector as an object with SME employee respondents working in the tourism sector, such as travel agents, hotels, tourist attractions, restaurants, transportation, souvenir shops, etc. in the Jakarta area, Indonesia. On the basis of convenience sample selection, 528 respondents were obtained. The analysis tool in this study uses SEM-PLS. The research results show that individual performance plays a mediating role in the influence of innovation culture and quality of work life on competitive advantage. The theoretical implication of this research is to strengthen contingency theory, which is associated with competitive advantage, individual performance, innovation culture, and quality of work life. The practical implication of this study is the importance of a culture of innovation, quality of work life and individual performance to increase competitive advantage in the SME tourism sector so that they are able to win business competition and maintain the sustainability of the SME business.
Impact Of Early Childhood Sports Intervention on The Discovery of Physical Fitness Potential of Young Children: Jiang Xi Province
Authors: Wang Lili , Pa Wan Ahmad Munsif Bin Wan , Ling Wang , Koh Denise
Published: August 2024

This study highlights the significance of forming lifelong physical activity habits at a young age by investigating the effects of early childhood sports intervention on young children's capacity for physical fitness in Jiangxi Province, China. The study looks at physical strength, flexibility, coordination, and cardiovascular health using a quantitative methodology that includes surveys and objective evaluations. Partial Least Squares regression is used for analysis. The results show that sports intervention programmes have a positive impact on participants' potential for physical fitness as well as their emotional, social, and cognitive development. While practical implications place an emphasis on policy integration and community partnerships, theoretical implications depend on a variety of theories to understand developmental outcomes. Nonetheless certain limitations, such as the cross-sectional design, the study offers insightful information about how sports intervention might promote children's well-being and suggests future research directions to improve generalizability and deepen understanding.
The Evolution of Cultural Relics: Environmental Sculpture of Huai'an in Metaverse
Authors: Li Shifeng , Punthupakorn Poradee
Published: August 2024

In recent years, with the rapid development of digital technology, cultural have gradually introduced the concept of digital system. Taking the environmental sculpture of Huai'an city as an example, this paper discusses the application of the meta-cosmic digital system in the cultural relics records, and analyzes the significance of this technology for transnational exchanges and mutual learning among civilizations. Through the in-depth study of the management of Huaian environmental sculpture, this paper finds that the digital system of the universe can also realize the real-time recording, virtual display and global sharing of cultural relics, thus providing a new way and method for the protection and inheritance of cultural relics. At the same time, the use of metaso digital system can also promote the innovation and artistic exchange of urban sculpture, and promote the process of mutual learning among civilizations. Therefore, the application of metaso digital system in cultural records has great theoretical and practical significance.
Legal Awareness of Citizens in Preventing Forest and Land Fires (Karhutla) in South Kalimantan Province
Authors: Akhyar Zainul , Kiptiah Mariatul , Ruchliyadi Dian Agus , Elmy Muhammad
Published: August 2024

This article is based on an empirical study of forest and land fires in South Kalimantan Province. These fires frequently occur and persist, especially during drought seasons. The main causes are twofold: first, the expansion of agricultural land through clearing new areas; and second, the negligence of residents during hot, dry seasons, such as discarding cigarette butts carelessly without considering the potential consequences. The root issue behind these fires is the low level of legal awareness among citizens. This lack of awareness is due to the low educational levels of residents living near fire-prone areas, as well as insufficient and poorly structured government-led socialization efforts. Additionally, the economic conditions of these communities, where many are low-income farmers, contribute to their reliance on traditional, quick, and cost-effective methods like burning to manage land for agriculture. This practice not only harms the environment but also impacts public health. Therefore, effective measures to address forest and land fires require a dual approach from the authorities: enhancing legal awareness through improved socialization efforts and addressing the economic challenges faced by residents in fire-affected areas.
A Systematic Literature Review on Urban Logistic in A Sharing Economy
Authors: ROSELAN MUHAMAD HILMAN , HANIF AZLINA , RASHID ARLINAH ABD
Published: August 2024

The sharing economy is fundamentally transforming urban logistics, presenting both opportunities and challenges. This systematic literature review investigates the key research themes and methodologies employed in studying this dynamic field. We conducted a comprehensive search in corpus analysing numbers of peer-reviewed articles to address what is the main topics and challenges explored in urban logistics within the sharing economy and how this research methodologies related to this main topic. The paper discusses the main evidence emerging from a systematic literature review (SLR) on urban logistics. The corpus resulting from the SLR has been used to perform a citation network analysis and a main path analysis that together underpin the identification of the most investigated topics and methodologies in the field. Through the analysis of a corpus of 109 articles, our findings reveal that urban logistics in the sharing economy faces several prominent challenges, including traffic congestion, pollution, and last-mile delivery. Studies consistently emphasize the crucial role of technology in addressing these issues, highlighting innovations such as route optimization, real-time tracking, and alternative delivery methods. Furthermore, we identified the growing importance of policy interventions in promoting sustainable and efficient practices. Studies explored the implementation of measures like congestion pricing and urban logistics zones, reporting positive outcomes such as improved traffic flow, reduced emissions, and optimized use of urban logistics spaces. This systematic review contributes significantly to the field of urban logistics in the sharing economy in identifying key thematic areas and highlighting their specific relevance to the sharing economy context. By doing so, it will offer valuable insights and recommendations for future research, emphasizing the need for further exploration of the long-term impacts of technological innovations and policy interventions, as well as the integration of diverse methodological approaches for a comprehensive understanding of this complex and evolving field.
Behind The Feminine Facade: Gender Bias in Virtual Assistants and Its Effect on Users
Authors: Singh Shaivya , Kumar Anand , Bose Shormita
Published: August 2024

The paper examines the boundaries of gendered voice in virtual assistant responses. It intends to examine the gender biases these virtual assistants display by looking at popular systems such as Siri, Alexa, Cortana and Google Assistant which are known for using female voices in their choice of assistants. The study explores how gender bias in VA design affects user experience using both quantitative and qualitative methods of study. It examines how Virtual assistants can be programmed and designed for inclusive interaction to challenge societal gender norms. By drawing from diverse fields such as pragmatics, sociolinguistics, and gender studies to analyze how these assistants encode and reproduce gender bias.  The present study also highlights the importance of linguistic equity in digital interaction.