bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
SOCIAL MEDIA MARKETING, BRAND EQUITY, AND CONSUMER RESPONSE
Authors:   Mass Communication Department, Government College University Faisalabad, Umber Salma , Anwaar Urwah ,   Department of Mass Communication, Government College University, Faisalabad Pakistan, Rehman Hammad Ur ,   Department of Mass Communication, Government College University, Faisalabad Pakistan
Published: February 2023

A strong showing and movement structures accomplish client improvement, proficiency, and extended length affiliation achievement. Present business regions become more powerful through creating business areas, globalization, and imaginative headway, which have quickly changed the business world. Stages like Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube are pushing propelling relationships toward another course utilizing the web entertainment show. Electronic redirection has attacked so remarkably into a colossal number of individuals' lives by and large it has correspondingly stood separated for support. This study will assist with closing what it means for Pakistani purchasers' purchasing conduct. The improvement of the site capacity subsequently upgrades client lead. Other analyzed data confirms that brand equity has a positive and significant effect on the purchase intentions of consumers. In the proposed model of this study, the relationship between brand equity and the dimensions of consumer behavior including the willingness to pay for an extra cost, brand preference, and purchase intention is investigated. A convenient sampling technique has been adopted to collect data from 200 local residents of Faisalabad aged 18-48 onwards who are active users of social networking sites i.e., Instagram, and Facebook, and follow luxury brands such as Nishat Linen, Khaadi, and Sapphire. The collected data has been coded in SPSS and analyzed in descriptive devices. Results proclaimed that an increase in social media marketing of luxury brand directly increase consumer buying behavior and hence, significantly increase brand equity. Keywords: luxury brands, consumer behavior, brand equity, social media marketing
PSYCHO-SOCIAL STATE AND COPING STRATEGIES OF CHILDLESS OR INFERTILE WOMEN: A QUALITATIVE STUDY
Authors:   M.A Jinnah Campus, Defence Road, Off Raiwind Road, Lahore. Virtual University of Pakistan., Sherazi Syeda Narjis , Din Aisha M. ,   Mass Communication, M.A Jinnah Campus, Defence Road, Off Raiwind Road, Lahore. Virtual University of Pakistan, Zafar Asma ,   M.A Jinnah Campus, Defence Road, Off Raiwind Road, Lahore. Virtual University of Pakistan.
Published: February 2023

Childlessness is a globally prevalent issue which affects the social, psychological and economic state of one’s life. Infertility whether voluntary or involuntary is stigmatized in our society. Stress, anxiety, depression and social pressures are associated with infertility. Keeping in mind this context, this study aimed to get knowledge about social factors that put pressure on the infertile women, effects of the social factors on psychological state of infertile women and strategies to cope with socio-psychological pressures. This study is qualitative in nature in which ten in depth interviews of infertile women were conducted. Thematic analysis was used to analyze the data. The study concluded that infertility brings a lot of stress, anxiety and depression on women. Women who are unable to conceive blame themselves and try to avoid questioning people and social gatherings. The socio cultural pressures can be coped with by praying, recitation, firm belief in Allah, ignoring the taunting and questioning people, finding hobbies to divert mind Besides medical treatment moral and emotional support is also required to the affected women as it is a long and tiring process. Psychological mentoring can also help women to cope with stress and anxiety associated with infertility. Keywords: childlessness, infertility, socio-cultural pressure, psychological pressure
COMPETITION AND BANK STABILITY: A GLOBAL PERSPECTIVE
Authors:   Management Sciences, Foundation University, Islamabad, Pakistan, Nasir Shaista , Shehzadi Yusra ,   IoBM, Karachi, Pakistan, Hussain Nasir ,   Rockville Group, Islamabad, Pakistan
Published: February 2023

Several rounds of banking reforms were introduced globally as a result of GFC 2007-2008. The effects of these reforms have affected the banking industry. One of these reforms was bank consolidations, leading banking sector towards high concentration. As a result, the level of competition changed. This study presents a global perspective on “the influence of competition on banks stability” by reviewing the recent literature describing “competition-stability nexus”. The relevant researches were extracted by using Prisma Protocol. Data extraction was done by using “master taxonomy”. Two main theories “competition-fragility” and “competition-stability” have been examined by several authors using “GMM estimator” as a statistical tool. The problem identified from literature is that there is lack of consensus on the “competition-stability nexus”, hence studies produced mixed results. This study aims to identify and discuss the causes of heterogeneity in results. The study shows that researchers have tested these theories under different settings i.e., by sampling the data of specific region for different period of time, hence the results are mixed. In addition, the level of competition and bank concentration vary from one region’s banking sector to another. Moreover, the measurement of competition also varies among researchers, being another possible cause of mixed results. The study suggests that taking sample of single country instead of multiple countries may produce more specific results; and Boone indicator should also be used to measure competition to obtain robust results. Keywords: Competition; Bank Stability; Bank Concentration; Boone Index.
GENDER DIFFERENCE IN ATTITUDE TOWARD DOWRY SYSTEM AMONG DIFFERENT CASTES IN PUNJAB
Authors:   Department of Gender and Development Studies, Lahore College for Women University, Lahore, Pakistan, Khan Uzma Ashiq , Zahid Amna ,   Gender and Development Studies Department, Lahore College for Women University, Pakistan, Zafar Maryam ,   Department of Gender and Development Studies, Lahore College for Women University, Lahore, Pakistan
Published: February 2023

The dowry is immoral crime that persists across different culture in Pakistan, which is discriminatory against unmarried girls whose value is determined by how much dowry they possess. This study examined the attitude toward dowry system that has been practicing among different castes. Gender differences in attitude and perceptions of young and older adults’ about dowry system were analyzed. A quantitative method was used, 300 male and females were selected purposively to collect the data from various parts of Punjab. Participants came from various caste systems i.e. Sheikh, Butt, Jutt, Syed, and Rajpoot. The Dowry System Assessment Inventory was utilized as a tool for data collection. Data analysis and result computation was done by applying ANOVA, T-test, and Chi square to examine the relationship between survey demographics and variables. The findings revealed that majority of people oppose dowry but men and women from modern urban culture have been practicing it by facing financial challenges. Participants in the current survey suggested that in order to omit this system, both the state and older people need to take action. Keywords: dowry, gender differences, caste, financial challenges
SUSTAINED SILENT READING AND READING RATE GAINS OF FEMALE PAKISTANI EFL LEARNERS IN A RURAL HIGHER SECONDARY SCHOOL
Authors:   Department of English, Hazara University Mansehra Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan, Gul Nadia , Muhammad Sultan ,   Department of English, Hazara University Mansehra Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan, Khatoon Salma ,   Department of English, Kohat University of Science and Technology, Kohat Pakistan
Published: February 2023

Reading speed has long been recognized in scholarly literature as an essential component of reading fluency and successful reading. A variety of instructional techniques and activities are used to improve reading speed of learners. Sustained Silent Reading (SSR) is one such way that encourages the development of reading fluency and reading speed. This study investigated the impact of SSR on reading speed of female Pakistani EFL learners. A nine-week long SSR program was designed with 10 minutes timed-reading activity to improve students’ reading rate. Using random sampling procedures, fifty female students were selected to participate in the study. After the pre-test, twenty five students were kept in treatment group and twenty five in control group. Results of the study show that the experimental group’s average reading speed considerably increased from 115.60 wpm to 347.60 wpm after the intervention which indicates positive impact of SSR on reading speed of the participants. Statistically significant differences were found in reading rate gains between the two groups. Interestingly, a slight increase was also noted in the reading speed of students in the control group. The findings of the study indicate that SSR is a very effective instructional technique in developing EFL learners’ reading rate. Keywords: Reading rate, Fluency, Sustained Silent Reading, Reading fluency, EFL learners, Pakistan
Reactive lymphoid hyperplasia in the oral cavity of a cardiac patient – case report
Authors: Gomes Gabriela Vieira , Timerman Lilia , Cantoni Valéria Cristina
Published: February 2023

This descriptive observational study reports a case of reactive lymphoid hyperplasia in the oral cavity of a pediatric cardiac patient followed up at a public tertiary care hospital. This male patient was five years old, with hypoplastic left heart syndrome, treated with Carvedilol, Furosemide, Losartan, Warfarin, Montelukast, and beclometasone. His legal guardian reported an increased amount of tissue on the floor of the mouth ongoing for approximately 24 hours, followed by prostration, fever, bilateral lymphadenopathy, and a refusal to eat. After removal of the oral infectious foci (carious lesions) in the operating room, regression of the lesion and symptoms was observed, suggesting a diagnosis of a lesion caused by reactional lymphoid hyperplasia, a rare and benign condition in which there is an increase in tissue volume, caused by the proliferation of lymphoid cells to fight an aggressor agent.
LOS ALCANCES DE LA "LEY GENERAL DE ACCESO DE LAS MUJERES A UNA VIDA LIBRE DE VIOLENCIA" EN MÉXICO CUANDO DE SENTIPENSAR SE TRATA
Authors:   Universidad  Autónoma    de    San  Luis   Potosí, Saavedra Laura
Published: February 2023

Este artículo analiza, desde un posicionamiento crítico, los alcances de la Ley General de Acceso de las Mujeres a una vida Libre de Violencia en México, la cual se publicó en el Diario de la Federación en el año 2006, entrando en vigor en el año 2007. Sin pretender hacer una evaluación, planteo a lo largo del texto las diferentes concepciones que hay de las violencias desde los saberes de las mujeres indígenas tseltales y tsotsiles de los Altos de Chiapas, en contraposición con lo que dicha ley entiende como violencias y el ejercicio de éstas, mostrando que las diferencias en las concepciones sobre las vivencias de las violencias están mediando el acceso a la justicia. Las reflexiones aquí vertidas son parte de un trabajo de investigación más extenso que tuvo como objetivo analizar los saberes propios de las mujeres indígenas tseltales y tsotsiles de los Altos de Chiapas sobre violencias, justicia y derechos humanos; sin embargo, aquí sólo se muestran algunos hallazgos sobre las violencias contra las mujeres y del porqué esta ley tiene pocos alcances en contextos locales
BRECHA SALARIAL POR RAZONES DE GÉNERO. UNA VIOLACIÓN CONSTITUCIONAL PERMANENTE
Authors: De La Rosa Miriam
Published: February 2023

La brecha salarial de género en México es de 34.2 porciento; ante tal situación las Cámaras del H. Congreso de la Unión se pro-nunciaron, la Cámara de Diputados hizo una propuesta para intentar erra-dicar la diferencia de percepciones a trabajo igual. La desigualdad en las percepciones violenta la economía de la mujer, discriminándola y afectan-do sus derechos fundamentales, y dignidad.
JUDITH BUTLER: RESISTENCIA, REPETICIÓN Y VULNERABILIDAD
Authors: Hernández Francisco
Published: February 2023

Reseña Judith Butler
AFROMEXICANIDADEN CHIHUAHUA: COMPOSICIÓNSOCIODEMOGRÁFICA, DISCRIMINACIÓN RACIAL Y OTROS PROBLEMAS POSTCOLONIALES
Authors: Cervantes Evagelina , Gutiérrez Pavel
Published: February 2023

El artículo explora las contribuciones de la juris-prudencia feminista en Estados Unidos y en México sobre el reco-nocimiento de las comunidades afrodescendientes mediante los debates de igualdad/ diferencia, las teorías poscoloniales y la inter-seccionalidad de género para pensar más allá de las fronteras entre los conceptos de género, etnia, raza, discriminación racial, sexuali-zación y esclavitud moderna dentro de la teoría legal en el siglo XXI. Se discute sobre la negación de la raíz africana y el afromestizaje táctico como una forma de sobrevivencia y a la vez un racismo legal dentro del sistema de castas en la Colonia española que sirvió a la unificación cultural y la formación del Estado-Nación. Este provocó una identidad nacional desposeída de la cultura africana y la expo-sición a nuevas formas de esclavitud contra las mujeres afrodescen-dientes y sus familias, cuyo impacto está principalmente en el blan-queamiento sociodemográfico del estado de Chihuahua. A través de una reflexión histórica profunda y partiendo de las teorías pos-coloniales y la interseccionalidad de género mediadas por la crítica jurídica feminista fue posible evidenciar la importancia que tienen las políticas y procesos de reconocimiento de las demandas de mu-jeres negras chihuahuenses que son acompañadas por reflexiones científicas que eviten el racismo, la violación de los derechos funda-mentales y la hipersexualización de sus cuerpos. Las mujeres negras del estado de Chihuahua necesitan reconocerse como comunidad, ser consideradas jurídicamente como entes autónomos con capacidad de autorrepresentación y sujetas de derecho para apropiarse de la identidad afromexicana, reconocerse en el patrimonio cultural africano, asumir una autodeterminación identitaria más allá del color de piel, luchar por sus derechos humanos y sexuales, liberarse de la opresión provocada por el racismo y la hipersexualización de los discursos poscoloniales y lograr así reivindicar su lugar en la historia.
CONTRARREFORMAS ESTRUTURAIS E ACUMULAÇÃO ORIGINÁRIA PERMANENTE DO CAPITAL: ESBOÇO METODOLÓGICO PARA ANÁLISE DA RELAÇÃO JURÍDICA DEPENDENTE NO BRASIL
Authors:   Programa de Pós-Graduação em Direito da Universidade Federal do Paraná (UFPR), Prestes Ricardo , de Paula Wagnitz Helena
Published: February 2023

O presente ensaio apresenta uma interpretação das contrarreformas estruturais realizadas no Brasil, de 2016 a 2019, como conseqüência da crise de 2008. Tal crise foi momento oportuno para, conforme arsenal teórico marxista permite interpretar, realizar-se uma atualização dos métodos de acumulação originária do capital. No capitalismo dependente, estes métodos incidiram sobre as relações jurídicas de modo específico, necessitando-se uma análise própria. Por isso, as contrarreformas do teto de gastos públicos, da legislação trabalhista e da previdência são estudadas como agudização das relações jurídicas dependentes e como exemplo de acumulação originária permanente do capital, a partir da visibilização das formas fundante, essencial e normativa do direito.
EL SINDICATO DE TRABAJADORES UNIDOS DE HONDA DE MÉXICO (STUHM). FORMACIÓN DE UN SINDICATO INDEPENDIENTE EN UN CONTEXTO NEOLIBERAL (2007-2015)
Authors: Marie Boris
Published: February 2023

En este artículo se analiza el intento de un grupo de obreros de la empresa automotriz Honda por formar un sindicato independiente. Esto significó entrar en conflicto directo con el sindicato titular del contrato colectivo, el Sindicato de Empleados y Trabajadores en la Estructura (SETEAMI), perteneciente a la Confederación de Trabajadores de México (CTM), lo cual era desconocido por los trabajadores de la planta. Este caso toma una importancia excepcional en el panorama del sindicalismo contemporáneo al ser uno de los pocos intentos por conformar un sindicato independiente y democrático por obreros de la región de Jalisco en las últimas dos décadas. El movimiento se sitúa como continuidad de otros, como la huelga de los obreros de la fábrica de llantas Euzkadi (2002-2004).
LOS DESAFÍOS AL TRABAJO PRODUCIDOS POR EL COVID-19 EL CASO DE LAS PLATAFORMAS
Authors:   Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana, Unidad Xochimilco, Ferrer Salvador
Published: February 2023

El neoliberalismo ha promovido políticas que han aumentado la precariedad en el trabajo, acentuando el deterioro de las condiciones de vida de los trabajadores. A partir de que la Organización Mundial de la Salud (OMS) declara la pandemia a nivel mundial por COVID-19, el impulso del teletrabajo por parte de las empresas ha generado las condiciones para extender la jornada laboral en los hogares e individualizar las relaciones laborales. La visión de Carlos Marx sobre la tecnología y sus consecuencias hacia los trabajadores es un marco adecuado para estudiar este fenómeno ya que explica que conforme se incrementa la tecnología hay una mayor subordinación del obrero a la máquina cada vez más lo hace prescindible, pero al mismo tiempo plantea la necesaria reconstrucción del obrero colectivo. Esta reconstrucción, a pesar de las dificultades y desafíos que impone la tecnología, empieza a manifestarse en la resistencia de los trabajadores. En este trabajo se muestran diferentes avances de la reconstrucción del sujeto colectivo en las diferentes luchas de los trabajadores de las plataformas que paso a paso avanzan en la construcción de demandas y organizaciones colectivas para defender sus derechos como trabajadores.
REESTRUCTURACIÓN PRODUCTIVA EN MÉXICO. ANALIZANDO LA COMPLEJA DETERMINACIÓN DE LA REALIDAD CONCRETA. RESEÑA DEL LIBRO: EMERGER DE LOS ESCOMBROS
Authors:   Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana, Cuajimalpa, Sandoval Daniel
Published: February 2023

Reseña: Belmont Cortés, Edgar; Martínez, Eleocadio y Rojas, Georgina (2018). Emerger de los escombros. Nuevos contextos y actores de la reestructuración productiva en México. Secretaría de Educación Pública; Centro de Investigación Interdisciplinaria para el desarrollo de capital humano; Consejo Nacional de Ciencia y Tecnología; Universidad Autónoma de Querétaro; Facultad de Filosofía y Letras de la Universidad Autónoma de Nuevo León y Plaza y Valdés.
Study of effect of papaya seed on reproductive performance in Nile Tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus)
Authors:   Agriculture and Forestry University, Rampur, Chitwan, Nepal, Narayan Yadav Charitra , Prasad Pandit Narayan ,   Agriculture and Forestry University, Rampur, Chitwan, Nepal, Kumar Jha Dilip ,   Agriculture and Forestry University, Rampur, Chitwan, Nepal, Gharti Kamala ,   Agriculture and Forestry University, Rampur, Chitwan, Nepal
Published: February 2023

The present study was conducted to examine the ability of papaya (Carica papaya) seeds in reducing the reproductive performance of Nile tilapia through gonadal sterilization. In the first phase, 9 days fry of Nile tilapia were reared in 50-L size aquaria and fed with normal feed (T1) and papaya seed powder mixed feed @ 50 (T2), 100 (T3), and 150 (T4) g/kg diet at the rate of 5 percent of body weight for 30 days. After 30 days of treatment, 50 fish from each group were reared in outdoor hapa for 6 months with normal feed, and gonadal status was observed. In the second phase, matured fish from both the control and papaya seed treated group (T4@150 g/kg diet) were reared in two separate hapas for the next 3 months to observe their reproductive performance. Results showed that papaya seed feeding had no adverse effect on growth, survival, and water quality during the treatment period. The gonadosomatic index of both males and females was significantly lower in the papaya seed treated group (0.1±0.0 percent) than control (0.2±0.01 percent). The number of fish spawned per week was significantly lower in the papaya seed treated group (1.2±0.2) compared to the control group (3.6±0.3). The number of eggs per g female was significantly lower in the papaya seed treated group compared to the control group. The fertilization rate was significantly lower in the papaya seed treated group (93.6±1.1 percent) compared to the control group (98.2±1.3 percent) (P˂0.05). This study demonstrated that feeding papaya seeds at the dose of 150 g/kg diet (15 percent) can reduce the reproductive performance of Nile tilapia.
Efficiency of post-emergence herbicide for enhancing yield attributes, yield, and economics of hybrid maize (Zea mays L.)
Authors:   ANASTU, Kandahar, Afghanistan, Mohammad Kakar Noor , Yuonus Amini Sayed ,   ICAR-IIMR, Pusa Campus, New Delhi, Samim Mohibullah ,   Division of Agronomy, IARI, Pusa Campus, New Delhi
Published: February 2023

An experiment was conducted at the research farm of National Agricultural Science and Technology University (ANASTU), Kandahar, Afghanistan in a randomized complete block (RCBD) during the summer season of 2017 to evaluate the effect of post-emergence herbicides in maize. The experiment consisted of ten treatments and was replicated thrice. Among the weed control treatments, sequential application of atrazine @ 1.5 kg/ha pre-emergence followed by tembotrione 120 g/ha as PoE at 25 DAS recorded significantly higher grain row-1 (36.18), the number of grain cob-1 (502.48), and Grain weight cob-1 (137.63 g). Significantly higher grain and stover yield (6.7 and 11.6 t ha-1) were recorded in weed-free check plot which is on par with (T10) atrazine @ 1.5 kg/ha pre-emergence fb tembotrione 120 g /ha PoE at 25 DAS (6.5 and 11.4 t ha-1) and (T9) pendimethalin (1000 ml/ha) pre-emergence fb atrazine (750 g/ha) + 2,4-D Amine 0.4 kg /ha at 25 DAS as PoE (6.2 and 11.0 t ha-1). The benefit-cost ratio was higher (1.57) in the sequential application of Atrazine 1.5 kg/ha fb 2,4-D Amine 0.4 kg/ha at 25 DAS as PoE, which was on par with Pendimethalin (1000 ml/ha) pre-emergence fb Atrazine (750 g/ha) + 2,4-D Amine 0.4 kg/ha at 25 DAS as PoE and (T7) Atrazine @ 1.5 kg/ha pre-emergence fb Halosulfuron67 g/ha 25 DAS.
Evaluation of brinjal genotypes for morphological characters, yield performance and resistance to bacterial wilt and shoot and fruit borer
Authors:   Zonal Research Station (Birsa Agricultural University), Chianki, Palamau, Jharkhand, India, Majid Ansari Abdul , Ahmad Ekhlaque ,   Zonal Research Station (Birsa Agricultural University), Chianki, Palamau, Jharkhand, India, Kumar Rajiv ,   KVK, Chianki (Birsa Agricultural University), Palamau, Jharkhand, India, Nazrussalam Nazrussalam ,   Zonal Research Station (Birsa Agricultural University), Chianki, Palamau, Jharkhand, India, Singh D.N. ,   Zonal Research Station (Birsa Agricultural University), Chianki, Palamau, Jharkhand, India
Published: February 2023

Bacterial wilt (Ralstonia solanacearum) and fruit borer (Leucinodes orbonalis) are major concerns in cultivation of eggplant in Jharkhand and even in the other parts of the country. Keeping their adverse impact on quality production, nine brinjal genotypes were evaluated for three consecutive crop seasons against bacterial wilt and shoot and fruit borer. Results revealed wide range of variations among genotypes for important morphological characters viz., colour of stem, leaf, petiole, mid-rib, prickleness (spinyness), fruit shape, colour and fruit yield. The genotypes, CB-27, CB-41 and CB-1 showed resistance showing the lowest bacterial wilt incidence ranging from 2.7 to 4.5 per cent and minimum mean infestation of shoot borer ranging from 2.92 to 3.97 per cent with significantly higher fruit yield. Resistance against wilt and shoot and fruit borer depicted a significant importance for the breeders as well as for the commercial growers of this crop. On the basis of these findings, the superior genotypes viz., CB-1 (egg shaped & purple fruit), CB-27 (oblong & purple fruit) and CB-41 (oblong & light green fruit) could be recommended for commercial cultivation in the state of Jharkhand and adjoining areas of the similar agro-climatic conditions.
Sistem Informasi Rekomendasi Penentuan Jurusan Sekolah Menengah Atas dengan Metode K-Means Clustering dan Algoritma Topsis Berbasis Multi User
Authors: Gunawan Syam , Jusuf Hanif
Published: February 2023

Choosing a major for students is a positive step taken to focus students according to their potential, this is considered important as a department, students are expected to be able to develop academic abilities according to their field of expertise. In previous studies, majors in SMA are currently still done manually and have a tendency to look at students' academic scores only. If the student's score meets the KKM standard (Minimum Completeness Criteria) set by the school, it can be determined that the student will enter one of the existing majors. Meanwhile, to see student interest, students are usually asked to fill out a questionnaire manually. The manual method is less practical and takes a long time, prone to errors in examination and assessment so that errors can occur in determining the value. Mistakes in choosing a major will be detrimental to students, both in terms of cost and time.

The decision support system for selecting majors in high school uses the K-Means Clustering and the Algoritma Topsis was built to help schools make it easier to determine major recommendations. The criteria used are students' academic scores and student interests.
Penyelesaian Klaim Pada Asuransi Kendaraan Bermotor Melalui Badan Mediasi dan Arbitrase Asuransi Indonesia (BMAI)
Authors: Sofiyatun Sulma Sofinatus , Mujib Abdul
Published: February 2023

Insurance or about liability is an agreement between two or more parties in which the insurer binds himself to the insured by accepting insurance premiums to provide compensation to be taken due to loss, damage or expected loss, or take the law to third parties who may suffer from events that are not absolutely covered by the insured, or provide a payment based on the death or life of someone who is covered (Article 1 sentence (1) of Law No. 1992). In a motor vehicle insurance agreement, it is not closed to the possibility of disputes, these disputes are usually within the period of claims caused by the insured and the insurer. One way to resolve the dispute is through the Indonesian Insurance Mediation Warm Up (BMAI). The Indonesian Insurance Mediation Agency (BMAI) is an independent body that has independent mediators assigned to conduct insurance claim disputes resolved between the insured and the underwriter. An insurance claim dispute is a dispute between the insured and the insurer that respects one of the parties does not carry out the agreement that has been made with all due consideration or even because there is a party who defaults, to the detriment of one of the parties. The procedure for resolving motor vehicle insurance claim disputes goes through 2 stages, namely the mediation stage and the adjudication stage. If the dispute can best be resolved at the mediation stage then resolve the dispute, otherwise if the dispute cannot be resolved at the mediation stage then the settlement is drawn to the adjudication stage. Not all claim disputes can be resolved through the Indonesian Insurance Agency Mediation (BMAI) because there are conditions that must be met by the insured. Even though the conditions have been met, it does not rule out the possibility that the dispute over the insurance claim process through Warms Up Indonesian Insurance Mediation (BMAI) will be constrained.
Pengaruh Literasi Keuangan, Kesadaran Keuangan, Pendapatan Terhadap Kesejahteraan Keuangan dengan Perilaku Keuangan dan Inklusi Keuangan
Authors: Prameswari Syanindita , Nugroho Mulyanto , Pristiana Ulfi
Published: February 2023

Tujuan penelitian ini untuk menguji pengaruh literasi keuangan, kesadaran keuangan, pendapatan terhadap kesejahteraan keuangan dengan perilaku keuangan dan inklusi keuangan.  Dalam penelitian ini peneliti menggunakan metode pendekatan secara kuantitatif. Jenis penelitian ini merupakan penelitian kausalitas yang menguji antar variabel berdasarkan penelitian-penelitian sebelumnya. Populasi dalam penelitian ini adalah masyarakat Kota Surabaya yang sudah berkeluarga. Jumlah populasi keluarga di Kota Surabaya berdasarkan data yang diambil dari Kependudukan Dan Pencatatan Sipil Kota Surabaya tahun 2022 sebanyak 1.463.469 keluarga. Teknik pengambilan sampel yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah simple random sampling. Berdasarkan rumus slovin, jumlah sampel dapat ditentukan sebanyak 100 keluarga. Instrumen penelitian yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini yaitu berupa kusioner yang dibuat sendiri oleh peneliti. Pengukuran yang digunakan dalam mengukur tingkat kepentingan pada masing-masing indikator menggunakan skala likert dengan rentang 1 (sangat tidak penting) sampai dengan 4 (sangat penting). Hasil penelitian ini bahwa literasi keuangan berpengaruh signifikan dan positif terhadap perilaku keuangan dan inklusi keuangan keluarga di Kota Surabaya. Namun literasi keuangan tidak berpengaruh signifikan terhadap kesejahteraan keuangan keluarga di Kota Surabaya. Kesadaran keuangan berpengaruh signifikan dan positif terhadap inklusi keuangan keluarga di Kota Surabaya. Namun kesadaran keuangan tidak berpengaruh signifikan terhadap terhadap perilaku keuangan dan kesejahteraan keuangan keluarga di Kota Surabaya. Pendapatan berpengaruh signifikan dan positif terhadap perilaku keuangan dan inklusi keuangan keluarga di Kota Surabaya. Namun pendapatan tidak berpengaruh signifikan terhadap kesejahteraan keuangan keluarga di Kota Surabaya. Perilaku keuangan berpengaruh signifikan dan positif terhadap kesejahteraan keuangan keluarga di Kota Surabaya. Sedangkan inklusi keuangan tidak berpengaruh signifikan terhadap kesejahteraan keuangan keluarga di Kota Surabaya.
Relación de la hormona anti-mülleriana con la cantidad y calidad de ovocitos colectados por aspiración ecoguiada en vaquillas Holstein
Authors: Dután Jorge , Samaniego Jorge , Perea Fernando , Hernández-Fonseca Hugo , Pesántez José Luis , Jácome Andrés , Garay Gabriela , Ayala Luis
Published: February 2023

El experimento tuvo dos fases, la primera determinó la relación entre el recuento de folículos antrales (RFA) y la concentración de la hormona anti-mülleriana (AMH) valorada el día de reinicio de la onda folicular en 61 vaquillas Holstein mestizas, criadas en ganaderías del trópico alto del Ecuador. La segunda fase comparó el RFA valorado el día de la aspiración ecoguiada (OPU); así como, la cantidad y calidad de los complejos cumulus ovocito (COCs) recuperados en animales con alta (n=8) y baja (n=8) concentración de AMH. La sincronización de la onda folicular en la primera fase se realizó con benzoato de estradiol más un implante de progesterona intravaginal (DIV) y prostaglandina (PG). El RFA y la toma de las muestras de sangre en la primera fase del experimento se realizó el día 11 del protocolo. Se establecieron valores de corte de AMH mayores a 0,12 ng·mL-1 para el grupo de alta y de 0,05 ng·mL-1 para el grupo de baja concentración de AMH. La concentración de AMH el día 0 (inicio de la onda folicular) fue de 0,13 ± 0,01 ng·mL-1, con un RFA de 17,31 ± 0,69 folículos y una correlación alta y positiva entre la AMH y el RFA de r=0,93; P<0,001. En la segunda fase del experimento se observó que las vaquillas con alta concentración de AMH presentaron el doble de folículos y COCs comparadas con las de baja concentración; sin embargo, el porcentaje de recuperación fue similar (57 %) en los dos grupos. Se ratificó la existencia de una correlación alta y positiva entre el RFA y la concentración de la AMH; además, se observó una relación fuerte entre la AMH y la cantidad y calidad de COCs recuperados por OPU. Vaquillas con más de 12 ng·mL-1 deberían ser seleccionadas como donadoras de ovocitos, pues proporcionaron el doble de COCs aptos para la producción de embriones in vitro (PIVE), lo cual influirá en la cantidad y calidad de embriones obtenidos al final de la PIVE.
Diagnostic Validity of Leucocyte Esterase Dipstick Tests for Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis in Patients with Cirrhosis
Authors: Hassan Muhammad Kamran , Ahmad Wiqas , Kashif Muhammad
Published: February 2023

Background: One of the worst sequelae of cirrhosis and ascites is spontaneous bacterial peritonitis (SBP). Early detection and treatment of SBP are therefore essential for survival because this complication is linked to a high death risk if antibiotics are not administered promptly. Leukocyte esterase dipstick testing can identify the SBP quickly. Objective: To evaluate the diagnostic accuracy of leucocyte esterase dipstick test for the detection of spontaneous bacterial peritonitis taking ascitic fluid neutrophil count as gold standard. Study Design: Cross Sectional Study Settings: Department of Gastroenterology, Lady Reading Hospital, Peshawar Study Duration: This study was conducted from 1st July 2021 till 30th June 2022 Materials and Methods: Two samples (10cc each) of ascitic fluid aspirate were obtained from patients with cirrhosis on admission to the hospital, presenting with ascites, fever and abdominal pain. Bedside leucocyte esterase dipstick test was performed on one sample and the other was sent to hospital laboratory for ascitic fluid analysis for neutrophil count. The results of both modalities were compared diagnostic accuracy which was recorded in terms of sensitivity, specificity, positive predictive value and negative predictive. Results: Mean age of the patients was 46.68 ± 10.239 years. A total of 170 patients were enrolled. Age of the patients ranged from 18 to 75 years. Male patients were 113 (66.5%) while 57 patients (33.5%) were female. Hepatitis C was the leading cause of cirrhosis observed in 89 patients (52.4%). The sensitivity, specificity, positive and negative predictive value of leucocyte esterase dipstick test observed were 89.7%, 96.2%, 87.5% and 96.9% respectively. Conclusion: Leucocyte esterase dipstick test is a convenient, inexpensive and rapid diagnostic modality for SBP with better diagnostic accuracy. Keywords: Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis, Leucocyte Esterase Dipstick test, Diagnostic Accuracy.
Analysis of COVID-19's Effects on the Incidence of Chronic Respiratory Symptoms in KPK
Authors: Haq Anwar Ul , Khan Muhammad Asif , Khattak Imran Qadir , Zeb Farhan , Ullah Hameed , Awais Muhammad
Published: February 2023

Introduction: Pakistan has a high prevalence of chronic respiratory disorders, including bronchial asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Objectives: Finding the effect of COVID-19 on chronic respiratory disease in Pakistan is the study's key goal. Material and methods: From February 2021 to December 2021, this cross-sectional research was carried department of pulmonology at HMC hospital Peshawar A specified To differentiate between the COVID-19 era and the period preceding it, a set of criteria in the form of a questionnaire was applied. Results: A total of 157 participants contributed to the data set. Patients who tested positive for COVID 19 were additionally asked about their experiences with respiratory co morbidities. More than a third of respondents mentioned COPD as a co morbidity; many also mentioned bronchial asthma, ILD, and tuberculosis (TB). Conclusion: COVID-19 would certainly increase chronic respiratory disorders in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The pandemic might increase respiratory disorders, strain health systems, and cost people impacted. Increase public health awareness and ensure chronic respiratory illness patients get proper treatment and resources to address these issues. To decrease the pandemic's effect on Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's population, early respiratory disease identification and treatment techniques are needed. Keywords: Analysis , Respiration, COVID-19 Patients, COPD
Association of Vitamin D Deficiency with Renal Anemia and Erythropoietin Hyporesponsiveness in Hemodialysis Patients
Authors: Khan Samee Ullah , Elahi Irfan , Muhammad Hamza , Mushtaq Aysha , Ahmed Rizwan Munir , Noor Huzaifa
Published: February 2023

Background and Aim: The erythropoietin (EPO) response is usually hypo responsive in patients on maintenance hemodialysis (MHD). EPO requirements in chronic kidney disease patients are inversely associated with vitamin D levels. By suppressing chronic inflammation, reducing hyperparathyroidism, or stimulating erythroid progenitors, vitamin D supplementation may improve response to EPO. Anemia and hypo responsiveness of erythropoietin in patients undergoing hemodialysis were investigated in the current study. Patients and Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted on 40 hemodialysis patients with anemia in Nephrology department, of Mayo Hospital, Lahore from 21st January 2021 to 20th February 2022. As controls, 30 healthy people of the same age and gender were used. Study protocol was approved by institute research and ethical committee. Each individual provided written informed consent. ERI calculation, total iron-binding capacity, complete blood profile, serum iron, alkaline phosphate, vitamin D, ferritin, interleukin (IL-6), calcium, and C-reactive protein were the baseline laboratory parameters measured. Oral α-calcidol therapy was used for follow-up for 3 months. SPSS version 26 was used for data analysis. Results: The overall mean age was 46.82±16.37 years. Of the total 40 HD patients, there were 20 (50%) male and 20 (50%) females. Based on comparison made for hemodialysis patients before and after α-calcidol therapy (P2), there were significant decrease in ERI from 7.42±1.24 to 6.59±1.1 IU/kg/g/dl and significant increase in Hb from 8.37±0.8 to 9.52±0.9 g/dl. Inflammatory markers such as hepcidin, C-reactive protein, ferritin, and IL-6 significantly decreased. There was a substantial positive relation between ERI and serum ferritin (P=0.03) at the start of the trial, and a significant negative correlation between blood vitamin D3 level and ALP (P=0.003). There was a significant negative connection between blood vitamin D3 level and serum ferritin (P=0.005) and IL-6 (P=0.02) levels at the conclusion of the trial. Conclusion: The present study found that hemoglobin levels in HD patients are significantly increased following a 3 month course of oral alfacalcidol supplementation. Improvements in these patients' chronic inflammatory status and control of hyperparathyroidism appear to be associated with and mediated by ameliorative effects. To manage anemia and mineral metabolism in DKD patients effectively, PTH hypersecretion must be controlled effectively. Supplementing HD patients with vitamin D increases their response to EPO and increases its cost-effectiveness within CKD-MBD guidelines. Keywords: Vitamin D deficiency, Renal anemia, Erythropoietin, Hemodialysis
Non Decompressive Single Stage Bilateral Craniotomy in Traumatic Brain Injury
Authors: Khan Sajid , Ullah Akram , Zubair Muhammad , Hussain Arif , Jamal Tariq , Ali Mumtaz
Published: February 2023

Background and Aim: There is a substantial morbidity and mortality associated with traumatic brain injury (TBI). TBI still results in cerebral edema, which increases intracranial pressure (ICP) and reduces cerebral perfusion pressure (CPP) after traumatic brain injury (TBI). The purpose of this study was to evaluate the non-decompressive single stage bilateral craniotomy (SSBC) in traumatic brain injury. Patients and Methods: This prospective study was conducted on 44 TBI cases undergoing non decompressive single stage bilateral craniotomy (SSBC) in Neurosurgery Department of Prime Teaching Hospital, Peshawar from January 2022 to June 2022. All the patients underwent computed tomogram images and those fulfilling the inclusion criteria were enrolled. Demographic details, background parameters, measurement of intracranial pressure (ICP), and outcome were recorded. Results: Of the total 44 TBI patients, 32 (72.7%) were male and 12 (27.3%) were females. Age-wise distribution of patients were as follows: 3 (6.8%) in <20 years, 10 (22.7%) in 21-40 years, 16 (36.4%) in 41-60 years, 11 (25%) in 61-80 years, and 4 (9.1%) in >80 years. Glasgow comma scale at the time of admission and discharge were compared. Bilateral Csdh was the most prevalent diagnosis found in 16 (36.4%) patients followed by Bifrontal contusion 9 (20.5%), Bifrontal Edh with contralateral contusion 6 (13.6%), Bifrontal Edh 6 (13.6%), Bilateral temporal contusion 4 (9.1%), Unilateral Asdh with Contralateral Edh 2 (4.5%), and Bilateral Fronto-parietal Edh 1 (2.3%). Outcome of the non-decompressive SSBC in TBI were as follows: LAMA 5 (11.4%), discharged 28 (63.6%), Chest infection and tracheostomy 5 (11.4%), and expired 6 (13.6%) respectively. Conclusion: Our study concluded that male patients were more vulnerable to traumatic brain injury. Majority of the cases belonged to the age group 41-60 years. Non-decompressive single stage bilateral craniotomy is an effective, reliable, and economical procedure to manage traumatic brain injury patients. Single anesthesia along with single incision, shorter hospital stay, and postoperative management similar to unilateral procedure were the major advantages of non-decompressive SSBC. Keywords: Traumatic brain injury, Surgical treatment, Non-decompressive SSBC
The Efficacy of Using a Sterile Glove Technique for Retrieval of the Gall Bladder Through the Epigastric Port in Preventing Post-Operative Infections During Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy
Authors: Ahmad Munir , Ullah Hidayat , Hamza Amir , Din Asif , Khan Aamir , Shah Syed Majid Ali
Published: February 2023

Objectives: To compare the efficacy of using sterile surgical gloves to retrieve the gall bladder through the epigastric port in laparoscopic cholecystectomy as compared to the direct retrieval technique in terms of surgical port site infections. Study Design: Randomized Controlled Trial Setting: Department of Surgery, Khyber Teaching Hospital, Peshawar. Duration: From 1st August, 2022, to 31st January, 2023. Methodology: After attaining approval from the Hospital ethical committee all patients meeting the inclusion criteria were included in the study. The patients were allocated in two groups through blocked randomization: Group A (use of sterile glove for extraction) and Group B (direct removal of gall bladder). Results were analyzed on Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) Version 23 and depicted in the form of description and statistical tables. Results: The mean age was 39.64 years ± 3.22 in group A and 38.25 years ±13.3 in group B and most patients were females in both groups, group A (n=40, 80%) and group B (n= 69, 86.3%).In group, A ,11 patients were diabetic (22%) and 5(10%) of the patients developedPSI at the epigastric port, 3(27.3%) in diabetics and 2(5.1%) in non-diabetics, p-value 0.031. In group B, 19 patients were diabetic (23.8%) and10 (12.5%) patients developed PSI, seen on 7th day follow up, 8 in diabetics (80%) and 2 non-diabetics(20%), p-value <0.01. The correlation between diabetes mellites and PSIs showed significant correlation p-value <0. 001.However,no significant correlation was seen between both groups in terms of PSIs, p-value 0.530. Conclusion: Even though it was observed that using retrieval bags relatively decreases the incidence of port site infections in laparoscopic cholecystectomy, the percentage is not notable enough to justify for its impact on operative time. Keywords: Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy, Epigastric Port,Glove Technique, Direct Removal, Port Site Infections.
Periodontal Treatment Needs of Patients with Chronic Kindey Disease
Authors: Haroon Zainab Amjad , Imran Fatimah , Shakoor Asma , Ayub Nida , . Ahmed , Noor Nawal , Butt Hira
Published: February 2023

Objective: To assess the periodontal treatment needs of patients in different stages of chronic kidney disease Methodology: A Cross sectional comparative study was conducted in the department of Nephrology and Urology, Sharif Medical and Dental College, Lahore on 32 patients with chronic kidney disease in the time duration of one year. Data was collected after taking an informed consent from the patients. The demographic data along with a list of variables associated with chronic kidney disease was recorded using a structured questionnaire. Data collection was based on the following parameters: Community Periodontal Index of Treatment Needs (CPITN). Results: The highest percentage (10%) of patients who required no treatment (TN0) were stage 3 patients. Majority of the stage 5 (93.1%) patients required scaling, prophylaxis and oral hygiene instruction (TN2) followed by stage 4 (90.9%) and stage 3 (40%) respectively. None of the patients required complex treatment, scaling, prophylaxis and oral hygiene instructions (TN3) Conclusion: The highest percentage of patients with healthy periodontium were stage 3 patients. Periodontal pocket depths 4-5 mm were found to be in stage 4 patients the most followed by stage 5 and then stage 3. None of the patients had pocket depths of 6mm or more. Majority of the stage 5 patients required scaling, prophylaxis and oral hygiene instruction (TN2) followed by stage 4 and stage 3 respectively. None of the patients required complex treatment, scaling, prophylaxis and oral hygiene instructions (TN3). Keywords: Chronic kidney disease, periodontal treatment needs, oral hygiene instructions, oral prophylaxis, complex treatment
Genç Kadınların Menstrual Deneyimleri ile Depresyon, Anksiyete ve Stres Düzeylerinin Karşılaştırılması
Authors: VARIŞOĞLU Yeliz , IRMAK VURAL Pınar
Published: February 2023

Bu çalışma genç kadınların menstruasyon döneminde deneyimleri ile depresyon, anksiyete ve stres düzeylerinin karşılaştırılması amacıyla tanımlayıcı karşılaştırmalı tipte tasarlanmıştır. Gereç ve Yöntem: Araştırmanın evrenini İstanbul’da bir vakıf üniversitesine bağlı meslek yüksekokulunda eğitim gören birinci sınıf kız öğrenciler (N=857) oluşturmaktadır. Araştırmada, örneklem seçimine gidilmemiş, dahil edilme kriterlerine uyan ve çalışmaya katılmaya gönüllü 361 öğrenci ile çalışma yürütülmüştür. Veriler Google form aracılığıyla katılımcı bilgi formu, “Menstrual Deneyimler Ölçeği” ve “Depresyon, Anksiyete ve Stres Ölçeği Kısa Formu” araçları kullanılarak toplanmıştır. Formlar hazırlanırken her bir soru gerekli olarak işaretlendiğinden katılımcının soruları gözden kaçırma olasılığının önüne geçilmiştir. Bulgular: Katılımcıların ortalama yaşı 19.30±2.11, menarş yaşı ortalama 13.18±1.36, BKİ ortalama 22.24±10.06 olduğu, %89.2’sinin menstruasyon sırasında ağrı yaşadığı, %39,1’inin menstruasyon sırasında yaşadığı ağrı nedeniyle okula gidemediği, %59.6’sının menstruasyon ağrısı için ağrı kesici ilaç kullandığı belirlendi. DASS skorları ve “Depresyon” ve “Stres” alt boyut puanlarının MDÖ “Malzeme güvenilirliği endişesi” alt boyutu ile pozitif yönde anlamlı bir ilişki olduğu belirlendi. Ayrıca katılımcıların MDÖ toplam ortalama puanı 2.23±0.38, DASS-21 toplam ortalama puanı 32.12±14.98 olduğu belirlendi. Sonuç: Sonuç olarak genç kadınların menstruasyon döneminde malzeme güvenilirliği endişesi yaşadıkları ve bunun depresyon ve stres skorları ile ilişkili olduğu belirlendi. Genç kadınların menstrual sürecin yönetimi ile ilgili ihtiyaçlarının eğitim ve danışmanlıkların yanı sıra kamusal stratejilerin belirlenmesi gerekmektedir.
Study of learner's engagement in online learning environments
Authors: ZERDOUDİ Souhila , TADJER Houda , LAFİFİ Yacine
Published: February 2023

Due to a number of problems with online learning, the learners today are frequently disengaged. Among these problems, we find, for example the quality of education provided through online programs and distraction of learners in online learning,...etc. So, in order to increase learner engagement in the learning process, we can build e-learning courses on a strong foundation provided by this area. The main objective of this work is to present an overview focuses on learner engagement in higher education in e-learning, through recently published papers. The results of the research papers included in this article show that certain factors like learning management system (LMS) tools, gamification, digital integration, etc. Furthermore, we try to propose in this work an approach to improve learner engagement in online learning environments.