bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
عوامل پانکراتیت حاد در افراد بالاتر از سن ۴۰ سال در شفاخانۀ حوزوی هرات طی سال ۲۰۲۰
Authors:   ترینر متخصص جراحی عمومی، شفاخانۀ حوزوی هرات، هرات، افغانستان., فیض احمد فرهاد
Published: December 2024

زمینه‌ و ‌هدف: در کشور ما، به دلیل رژیم غذایی غیر استاندارد و پرچرب، کم‌تحرکی، مصرف نوشابه‌های گازدار و عواملی مانند سنگ‌های صفراوی در زنان، موارد پانکراتیت حاد رو به افزایش است. این موضوع ضرورت بررسی دقیق عوامل مؤثر بر این مریضی در جامعه را نشان می‌دهد.

روش بررسی: این تحقیق بر روی مراجعین بخش جراحی عمومی شفاخانه حوزوی هرات در سال ۱۳۹۹ انجام شد. در ابتدا، تصمیم بر انجام مطالعه گذشته‌نگر گرفته شد، اما با توجه به چالش‌های اجرایی وغیره. تمرکز بیشتر بر گروه‌های مبتلا به پانکراتیت حاد، روش مورد-کنترل (case-control) به عنوان روش مطالعه انتخاب شد.

یافته‌ها: این تحقیق بالای ۶۵ مریض که مصاب پانکراتیت حاد به علت های مختلف بودند انجام شد. اکثریت واقعات ذکر شده به علت سنگ های طرق صفراوی بوده که حدودا ۶۰٪ را تشکیل داده نزد حدود ۸۰٪ مریضان تداوی محافظه‌کارانه باعث کاهش اعراض و علایم می گردد. در ۲۰ ٪ مریضان عملیات‌های عاجل جراحی غده پانکراس انجام شده است.

نتیجه‌گیری: برای کاهش میزان مرگ و میر و عود مریضی، لازم است مطالعات بیش‌تری برای تعیین عوامل خطر و استراتژی‌های پیش‌گیری از پانکراتیت حاد انجام شود.
The JTB+S Definition of Knowledge: Solving Gettier’s Problem
Authors: Cabbolet Marcoen J. T. F. ,   Romanian Academy - Iasi Branch
Published: December 2024

The JTB definition of knowledge has been shown by Gettier to be incomplete: its three conditions are necessary for knowledge, but not sufficient. We argue that the JTB definition can be completed with a very simple fourth condition, namely that the justification for the belief in p must be sufficient to exclude ¬p. It is shown that the resulting JTB+S definition solves the Gettier problem without giving rise to the opposite problem.
Towards a Categorization of Scientific Models
Authors: Grigoriadou Virginia , Coutelieris Frank ,   Romanian Academy - Iasi Branch
Published: December 2024

In this paper, we discuss the existence of a specific criterion on which modern scientists and philosophers could focus to determine the basic categories of scientific models. We first examine why the categorization of scientific models is considered significant and why this type of research might be useful for modern philosophers. Moreover, we critically approach Susan G. Sterrett’s scientific models’ categorization, as an initial point for further discussion on this issue. Sterrett’s models’ categorization is based on the nature of the system under study and the operation of the representation mechanism. Instead, we propose that the most appropriate criterion of scientific models’ categorization is the nature of the model itself, as this criterion is clear, fundamental, and succeeds in eliminating the influence of the human factor during the process of classifying models as it indicates in which category every scientific model may be classified. To support our approach, we present a classification scheme of five general categories of models, which are comprehensive and distinguishable. Classifying models in such a manner can potentially impact the process of understanding and defining the notion of the scientific model in general.
Hubungan Pola Asuh Orang Tua permisif dengan perilaku Bullying pada Anak di SD Negeri Jetis 1 Yogyakarta
Authors: Istiqomah  , Dian Fertiana Devi  , Sriyati
Published: December 2024

Background: The problem of bullying in Indonesia continues to increase every year, with 226 cases recorded in 2022. Bullying is a crime committed by a stronger person against a weaker person. The impact of bullying on victims, such as trauma, fear, seeking escape, declining academic achievement. The impact on the perpetrators, namely when adults can become criminals. Objective: To determine the relationship between permissive parenting patterns and bullying behaviour in children at SD Negeri (state elementary school) Jetis 1 Yogyakarta. Method: Quantitative research type with correlative design and cross-sectional time approach were performed in this study. The number of respondents was 96 children taken using total sample technique. The instruments used were permissive parenting questionnaire and bullying behaviour questionnaire that had been declared valid and reliable. The data were analysed using Spearman Rank test. Results: The results of the study showed that permissive parenting patterns were mostly in the moderate category of 66 children (68.8%) and bullying behaviour was mostly in the moderate category of 50 children (52.1%). The results of the Spearman Rank statistical test analysis showed that there was a relationship between permissive parenting patterns and bullying behaviour in children at SD Negeri Jetis 1, Yogyakarta with a p value of 0.001 (p <0.05) and a correlation coefficient value of -0.337. Conclusion and suggestion: There is a relationship between permissive parenting patterns and bullying behaviour in children at SD Negeri Jetis 1 Yogyakarta. The relationship is weak, namely -0.337 (0.20-0.399). The direction of the negative correlation means that the higher the permissive parenting pattern, the lower the bullying behaviour, and vice versa, the lower the permissive parenting pattern, the higher the bullying behaviour. Parents should provide a more democratic parenting pattern so that children avoid bullying behaviour.
From Monochrome to Color: Efficient Techniques for Realistic Video Colorization
Authors: Aydam Zahoor M. , El Abbadi Nidhal K.
Published: December 2024

Colorizing grayscale videos is a challenging task that involves adding colors to monochromatic videos to make them appear as natural and realistic as possible, despite the absence of information about the original color distribution. This task is crucial for applications such as restoring historical videos and creating media content requiring realistic and accurate colorization. However, existing methods often face issues such as poor temporal stability, color distortions, and the need for extensive post processing under certain conditions. To address these challenges, this study proposes a novel approach comprising a pre-processing network and a source-reference network trained in an end-to-end manner. The pre-processing network employs an encoder-decoder architecture enhanced with temporal convolutions and skip connections, enabling it to improve video quality, adapt to resolution changes, and leverage batch normalization (BN) and exponential linear unit (ELU). The source-reference network incorporates an encoder for reference image processing and a fusion module with residual blocks to combine feature maps through a source-reference attention mechanism. The final output is generated in the Lab color space and converted to the RGB format, ensuring high-quality video colorization with enhanced temporal stability. Experimental evaluations demonstrate that the proposed model achieves significant improvements in color realism and temporal stability, with a PSNR of 37.89 and an SSIM of 0.999982—which surpasses those of most state-of-the-art methods. These results confirm the effectiveness and applicability of the proposed method for video colorization tasks, making it a robust solution in the domain.
Social interaction and the quality of the learning environment have an impact on the language development of young children at TKIT Ulul Albaab.
Authors: Maimunah  , Priyanti Nita
Published: December 2024

This study aims to analyze the influence of social interaction and the quality of the learning environment on children's language development at TKIT Ulul Albaab. Employing a quantitative approach with a survey method, this research applies a correlational design to investigate causal relationships between variables. The research population includes all students aged 4-6 years at TKIT Ulul Albaab, with a total sampling of 59 children as respondents. Data collection was conducted through structured observations using instruments that have been tested for validity and reliability. Data analysis utilized multiple linear regression. The results show: (1) there is a significant influence of social interaction on children's language development (R² = 0.774, sig. 0.001), (2) there is a significant influence of learning environment quality on children's language development (R² = 0.545, sig. 0.003), and (3) there is a significant joint influence of social interaction and learning environment quality on children's language development (R² = 0.733, sig. 0.005). In conclusion, social interaction and the quality of the learning environment play crucial roles in supporting early childhood language development, with social interaction having a more dominant influence. The research implications emphasize the importance of enhancing the quality of social interactions and learning environments to optimize children's language development in early childhood education institutions.
Influence Teacher Professionalism Towards Motivation Learning and Ability Think Critical Students in Social Studies Learning Class V SD Inpres 1 Kayumalue Tax
Authors: Ika Citra Pratiwi  , Lukman  , Misnah
Published: December 2024

Education is all something that affects growth , change and conditions  every  human . The changes that  happen  is  development  potential  child  educate , good  knowledge , skills , and attitude in his life . Ability think critical student refers to the ability For analyze , evaluate , and interpret information, ideas or problem with objective way . Formulation​ problem study How influence teacher professionalism towards motivation learning and ability think critical students in social studies learning . Research objectives This is to (1) test and find out influence teacher professionalism towards motivation learning and ability think critical students . The sample used as many as 30 students Class V of SD Inpres 1 Kayumalue Pajeko . Research This is study quantitative . The data used in study This using primary data obtained from answer Respondent on questionnaire / questions . Data analysis using the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) for Windows version 25 with Independent Samples Test technique . Research results This show that (1) teacher professionalism has an influence to motivation Study students , because mark ???????????? ≥ 0.005, namely 0.092. (2) teacher professionalism has an effect to ability think critical students , grades ???????????? ≥ 0.005 which is 0.089.
Creating English Articles about Kayutangan Heritage for Tugu Jatim
Authors: Kautsar Rizal , Setiawan Ardian Wahyu , Sakinah Yanik Lalinas
Published: December 2024

This research aimed to develop seven English articles about Kayutangan Heritage for Tugu Jatim to address the lack of English tourism content on the Tugu Jatim website. The purpose of this research was to increase the number of English articles on the Tugu Jatim’s tourism channel and align with Tugu Jatim's "Merawat Jawa Timur" slogan. This research utilized the analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation stages of ADDIE theory, an adaptation of the Design and Development Research model proposed by Richey Rita C. and Klein (2014). Data collection methods included published article and SEO content analysis, article design, interviews, and expert validation. This research resulted in six published articles of the seven article drafts in total. The six articles were published after matching with the article writing guideline and worth publishing. There was one article that was not published due to its non-SEO-friendly keyword usage, which made the title, lead, and conclusion irrelevant. The findings emphasize the importance of conducting SEO keyword research and creating interesting content to ensure article readability. The subsequent research was expected to develop SEO-friendly articles that contain local tourist destination promotion.
The Effect of the SALUD (Sadar Lalu Lintas AUD) Project on Improving Learning Outcomes of Early Childhood Diversity Dimension
Authors: Hendrica Mega , Imamah
Published: December 2024

This study aims to analyze the application of the value of bhayangkara in the implementation of P5 reinforcement at Bhayangkari 01 Serang Kindergarten. Using associative methods and quantitative approaches, this study examines the relationship between the independent variable, namely the SALUD program, and the dependent variable, namely the emergence of learning outcomes on the value of bhayangkara. This study uses SPSS version 24 software to analyze numerical data obtained from assessment and observation sheets. The subjects of the study were early childhood children aged 4 to 6 years with a total of 60 children. This study is expected to provide an important contribution to the development of learning methods by involving parties outside the school to improve the value of bhayangkara. The hypothesis tested is that there is a positive and significant influence between the SALUD program and the indicator of the emergence of learning outcomes on the value of bhayangkara. This study was conducted at Bhayangkari 01 Serang Kindergarten in June - August 2024. The results of the bivariate analysis reported that the odds ratio (OR) 3.4; P value: 0.002 <0.05; 95% CI: 1.63 – 7.37. The interpretation of this result is that the SALUD program is able to increase the emergence of learning outcomes in the diversity dimension in Bhayangkari Kindergarten students 3 times higher and is statistically significant. Based on the results of the multivariate analysis, it is known that the SALUD program still has a significant effect on improving learning outcomes in Kemala Bhayangkari 01 Serang Kindergarten students p value 0.018 <0.05. This result remains significant even though there are differences in gender and age
Beauty Representation in Skin Game’s Instagram Post #BornThisWay
Authors: Wargi Nabila Cahyaning
Published: December 2024

Beauty is something that is considered quite important to have and is every woman's dream. Even though each individual's standard of beauty is different, there is a kind of unwritten standard that is embedded in people's minds regarding what beauty is. Over time and the development of technology, the dominance of the media, beauty standards have become narrowed to one point, namely Western-style beauty. This research aims to analyze how Skin Game, as a local beauty brand, contributes to changing the beauty narrative in Indonesia through the #BornThisWay campaign. This research uses a qualitative descriptive research type using Rholand Barthes' semiotics. The research subjects were 8 Skin Game Instagram posts with the hashtag BornThisWay. The reason for choosing the subject for the hashtag #BornThisWay is because posts with this hashtag are also a form of campaign carried out by Skin Game and have received a lot of positive responses from their followers as evidenced by the large number of Instagram users who have joined in using the hashtag. Then the object of research is the representation of beauty in Skin Game Instagram posts with the hashtag BornThisWay. In this research, researchers used the documentation method. According to Sugiyono in Gumelar (2020), the documentation method is a technique used to obtain data and information in the form of archives, books, writings or images or documents collected in a report for research purposes. Qualitative data analysis according to Bogdan and Biklen in Aldrian (2022) data analysis can be done through organizing data, sorting data so that it can be managed, synthesizing data, and continuing to search until it can produce something for other people from the research carried out. Through the results of this semiotic analysis, it can be interpreted that the #BornThisWay campaign by Skin Game succeeded in creating and communicating strong messages about self-acceptance, self-love, and celebrating individual physical uniqueness
Speech Sound Disorders in Early Childhood and Their Impact on Pre-literacy and Literacy Skills: A Systematic Review
Authors: Nabila Choirun Nisa' Mufidatul , Putri Fara Pradika , Iswinarti
Published: December 2024

Children with Speech Sound Disorders (SSD) or a history of SSD are at risk of developing literacy problems later in life. However, there is limited research on SSD children at risk of literacy problems. This systematic review aimed to review 13 international articles on preschool-age SSD and its impact on literacy skills in middle childhood or adolescence. The results of this systematic review show that children who experience SSD in early childhood have poorer early literacy and literacy skills compared to typical children. Based on the literature review, it was found that the severity of speech sound disorder (SSD) does not have a significant correlation with literacy skills. Thus, it can be concluded that children with mild SSD are still at risk of future literacy problems.
Electronic Module Development Based on Local Wisdom Using Canva Application in History Subject in Class XI IPS 1 SMA Negeri 1 Banawa
Authors: Nur Afni Setia Putri  , Hasan  , Misnah
Published: December 2024

The problem in study This is : (1) How connection module electronic based on wisdom local to application canva on eyes lesson history (2) How development eye lesson history (3) How results development module electronic based on wisdom local use application canva on eyes lesson history . Research objectives This is : (1) To describe connection module electronic based on wisdom local to application canva on eyes lesson history (2) Describe development eye lesson history (3) Analyze results development module electronic based on wisdom local use application canva on eyes lesson history . Type of research using Research and Development (R&D) with the ADDIE development model ( Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, and Evaluation ). Research This conducted at SMA Negeri 1 Banawa. Subject in study This is a module development electronic based on wisdom local use application canva to participant educate class XI IPS 1, totaling 33 participants students who are in One class . The data collection technique used in this study was carried out using an expert questionnaire sheet consisting of material experts, media experts , and a questionnaire sheet of student responses to the developed learning media. The results of the study show eligibility module electronic based on wisdom local use application canva assessed by one media expert and expert material . Based on evaluation obtained results from expert material by 87% and is included in the very decent category whereas from media experts by 76% and including category worthy . As for the response participant educate in groups small reach score percentage 94.25 % are included in the very interested category , while in the interested group big or field reach score percentage 93.75 % are included in the very interested category . In general overall module electronic can used for the learning process .
Analysis of Politeness Strategies Used by the Main Character of “Wonder” Movie
Authors: Julianti Sinta , Rahmani Eka Fajar
Published: December 2024

The research was examined an analysis of politeness strategies used by the main character of “Wonder” movie. A qualitative descriptive method was employed to analyze the politeness and expressive illocutionary acts depicted in the movie. The data were collected by following Brown and Levinson's strategies, by watching the movie and analyzing its transcript and utterances, focusing on the politeness strategies was the three main characters in that movie. By finding the main character's utterances, the data found 46 positive politeness, 19 negative politeness, 17 bald on record, and 6 off records. The most apparent from the utterance was a positive politeness strategy of asking for a reason. In conclusion, the result is expected to facilitate the English teacher to take the movie as one of the alternative ways to educate skill of good communication. Educators can adopt the politeness strategies as depicted in the “Wonder” movie as same as the other movie in the teaching and learning process in the real classroom.
Implementation of The K-Means Clustering Algorithm in Determining The Rate of Indramayu Mango Fruit
Authors: Yanto Vito Dwi , Handayani Irma
Published: December 2024

This research aims to classify the ripeness levels of Indramayu mangoes using the K-Means Clustering algorithm based on HSV (Hue, Saturation, Value) color features. The process begins with capturing mango images, followed by preprocessing steps such as normalization and resizing to enhance image quality. Next, color feature extraction is conducted, focusing on the Hue value as an indicator of color changes that characterize ripeness levels. The optimal number of clusters is determined using the Elbow method, resulting in two clusters: ripe mangoes and unripe mangoes. The clustering quality evaluation is performed using the Silhouette Score, which indicates an accuracy of 80%. The results demonstrate that the K-Means algorithm successfully classifies Indramayu mangoes, generating 495 image data divided into two main categories. This study contributes to improving the efficiency of automated mango ripeness classification, with potential applications in the agricultural industry.
Global Governance, Glocalisation and Endemic Instability in Africa
Authors:   Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Paalo Sebastian Angzoorokuu , Banchani John-Paul Safunu ,   Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Dramani Aminu ,   Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Atule Dauda ,   The Indonesian International Islamic University
Published: December 2024

How has endemic instability in Africa reflected in global governance, or why does global governance appear not to significantly contribute to addressing troubled political developments in Africa? And what are the implications for Africa within the changing global order? While the related debates generally link global governance and regionalism to concerted, integrated, and coordinated efforts to solving global development challenges, others suggest that global governance forces have had more negative impacts, especially on development in the Global South. Yet, there remains no detailed analysis about how evolving global governance dynamics may have promoted sustained negative developments in developing countries and the implications for contemporary global order. This article undertakes a Comparative Historical Analysis of how key developments within the global governance space surrounding political, economic, and environmental or natural resource dimensions have enabled political instability in Africa since the end of World War I. The article demonstrates that the apparently limited success of global governance in promoting political stability in Africa is best understood from an entwined triad of entrenched, competitive interest in Africa, complex glocalised local realities, and the violence of liberal universalism.
Articulating the Islamic Model of Security and Peacebuilding Mechanisms Amid a Deteriorating Security Climate in Northwest Nigeria
Authors: Abdulkadir Abubakar
Published: December 2024

Islamic abstraction of peacebuilding can not be sequestrated from the total experiences within the broader normative developments and comprehensive framework that galvanized the international action that has reimagined the security agenda to focus on human security over the past decades. At the instance of the deterioration of the security climate owing to the protracted menace of armed banditry and other associated crimes in Northwest Nigeria, the UN among other international actors, introduced an integrated peacebuilding approach to deal with security and development issues. This led to the operationalization of peacebuilding in the region. Peacebuilding has been an uphill struggle in the Northwest. Moments of reconciliatory openings have so far ended with a relapse to violent conflict; the amnesty programs in both Zamfara and Katsina states are a clear pointer to this peril. Studies have explained that the failure of both the preventive mechanisms to violent conflicts and the post-conflict reconstruction (peacebuilding structures), is largely due to reasons associated with the lack of an articulate and integrated engagement culture. One that will accommodate the needs of the operating environment taking into cognizance the religion, culture, and history of the social setting. The paper uses the semi-structured interview involving thirty participants from three states in the region; Katsina, Sokoto, and Zamfara as instrument for data collection. Via the positivists’ research paradigm, the paper analyzes the responses from the research participants (respondents) about the region’s peacebuilding predicaments and thus indicates the foundational- historical, socio-political, and security contexts that made violent conflict resilient. Simply put, the paper amplifies the failure of learning to learn from history. The respondents singled out the distortion of rural sociology as the major trigger. To a tune of almost 100%, the rural economy in the Northwest is agriculture-dependent. Thus, the adage; “noma na duke tshohon ciniki, kowa yazo duniya kai ya tarar”. To forestall the escalation of insecurity, we must begin to search for pathways to restore the pristine rural sociology of the region which was put together by the Sokoto jihad leaders. Nonetheless, the respondents have identified the pathways within the peacebuilding structures and the relative hindrances within them. These include; half-hearted peacebuilding structures and the (dis)articulated Islamic peacebuilding mechanisms. To overcome this drawback, the paper recommends the re-articulation of the Islamic model and its integration into the existing peacebuilding framework.
Formation of Religious Character Through the Islamic Character Building (ICB) Program at SD Lughatuna Bekasi City
Authors: Sodik Mugni , Haris Abdul , Yazid Syamsurizal
Published: December 2024

The purpose of this study is to describe and analyze the formation of religious character through  the Islamic character building (ICB) program at SD Lughatuna, Bekasi City. This study uses a qualitative approach with a case study type of research. The subjects of the study were the principal, ICB Coordinator, PAI teachers, and grade VI students. Data collection techniques are carried out by interviews, observations, and documentation. The validity of the data uses source triangulation. The data analysis technique uses the analysis of the interactive model of Miles, Huberman and Saldana. The results of the study show that the formation of students' religious character is carried out through teaching, stories, practices, rewards and punishments, habituation, modeling/imitation and controlling. The teaching process is carried out by integrating character values in learning, hadsith about aqidah and worship, Fiqh, Islamic stories. Habituation is carried out through the implementation of congregational prayers, murajaah of the Qur'an and hadith, speaking and behaving politely, orderly culture and queuing. Modeling is carried out by teachers and school employees by giving good examples directly to students at school. Controlling is carried out by the teachers and parents. Teachers actively communicate and collaborate with parents regarding worship and student behavior at home. Evaluations are carried out periodically and programmatically, both weekly, quarterly and yearly.
The Role of Artificial Intelligence in Radiology Residency Training: A National Survey Study
Authors: Emekli Emre , Coşkun Özlem , Budakoğlu Işıl İrem
Published: December 2024

Objective: Artificial Intelligence (AI) offers opportunities for radiologists to enhance workflow efficiency, perform faster and repeatable segmentation, and detect lesions more easily. The aim of this study is to investigate the current knowledge and general attitudes of radiology resident physicians towards AI. Additionally, it seeks to assess the current state of AI/ML/DL education in radiology residency, the awareness and use of available educational resources.
Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted using an online survey from October 2023 to February 2024. The survey included demographic data, AI knowledge, attitudes towards AI, and the role of AI in medical education. Survey questions were developed based on literature and reviewed by experts in medical education and radiology.
Results: The study included 155 participants (38.7% female) with an average age of 28.81±4.77 years. About 80.6% were aware of AI terms, with a mean knowledge score of 3.02±1.39 on a 7-point Likert scale. Most participants (90.3%) had no programming knowledge. Only 22.6% used AI tools occasionally. The majority (73.4%) believed AI would change radiology's future, though only 10.3% felt radiologists' jobs were at risk. Regarding AI education, 84.5% reported no formal training, and awareness of online resources was low.
Conclusion: The study found that while awareness of AI among radiology residents is high, their knowledge and practical use of AI tools are limited. AI education is largely absent from residency programs, and awareness of online educational resources is low. These findings highlight the need for integrating AI training into radiology education and increasing awareness of available resources.
The Food Authority and Its Legal Frameworks: An Analysis in the Context of Punjab, Pakistan
Authors: Javed Iqbal  , Muhammad Umair Rafiq  , Muhammad Hanif Zafar  , Sadia Fatima
Published: December 2024

This study explored the legal frameworks and institutional mechanisms regarding food safety in the context of Punjab and particular focusing on the Punjab Food Authority (PFA) as well as its regulatory role. Food safety is still a concern with contamination, adulteration and lack of proper implementation of laws governing the food production. The legal framework for the safety of food that has been passed in 2011 in the Punjab and is popularly known as the Punjab Food Authority Act 2011 that was formulated with an objective to check food safety norms and conduct fundamental inspection in Punjab. However, under this Act, a gap found is that there is no special court established to handle food safety offenses that leads to poor enforcement. The present research uses the qualitative doctrinal research approach, which involves analyzing statutes, regulations, and case law as primary data sources in addition to secondary data from academic and governmental literature. The developed study identifies that the Punjab Food Authority has raised inspections, fines and enforcement actions from 2023 to 2024; however, remain difficulties like delays in legal processes and limited capability of existing courts. It also considers the need for establishment of food courts of specialized nature in other to enhance trials as well as the efficiency of enforcement of food laws. Further, it suggests the improvement of the current legal acts, their alignment with the best practices worldwide, increasing the importance of food safety and raising the degree of awareness among the population as well as the capacities among the public. The resultants facts seem to indicate that with these legal and institutional disparities attended, Punjab can enhance food safety indicators; control the effects of nasty conscience on public health; and protect the requirements of nourishment safety standards both national and global.
Evaluating the Efficacy of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) in Managing Major depressive (MDD) with Comorbid self-Harming Behaviors: A Case Study
Authors: Ayesha Ahmad  , Imran Ashraf Malik  , Samar Bakhtawar  , Zaighum Shabeeb Butt
Published: December 2024

This case study investigates how Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), a therapeutic approach, is used to tackle instability in emotions and unhealthy coping mechanisms in people with Major Depressive Disorder (MDD). DBT was implemented to provide psychological support a 24-year-old woman struggling with self-harm tendencies for a duration of 16 weeks. Through the application of mindfulness practices and techniques for managing emotions and coping with distress provided during DBT therapy sessions the client displayed a reduction in her symptoms and retrieved back from severe to mild symptoms. The results of the assessments using tools such as Beck Depression Inventory II (BDI II) and Self Harm Inventory (SHI) indicated improvements. The BDI II ratings decreased from severe score (37) to moderate score (18). The SHI scores dropped from high frequency (24) to low frequency (9). Additionally qualitative analysis revealed an increase in emotional regulation abilities and a decrease in urges for self-harm along with improvements in interactions. This case study illustrates that Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is effective intervention, for managing self-harm behaviors and depression symptoms by utilizing adaptive coping strategies and emotional control techniques. The findings indicated that this approach focuses on developing skills is beneficial for individuals dealing with Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) and tendencies towards self-harm. Future considerations involve follow-up sessions for sustained progress.
Decline of Khazi Bartan( Paper Pottery) in Ahmadpur East: Analyzing Cultural And Economic Factors
Authors: Hira Rasheed  , Maria Ansari  , Farjad Faiz
Published: December 2024

This research article offers an investigation into terracotta pottery artifacts from the city of Bahawalpur, Ahmadpur East. The Pottery still being made in Bahawalpur Division in old fashion and styles i.e., using the age old wheel (chak) set inside a pit and firing the same in a traditional kiln. Besides the traditional pottery Ahmadpur Sharkia is famous for producing a special type of pottery known as kagzi bartan or paper-thin pottery. Ahmadpur East is the main Centre of this craft. The objective of the present study is to examine the problems and recommends appropriate suggestions and guideline adoptability by the poor potters and implementation. The proposed strategies include stakeholders to focus on accompanying awareness sections of health benefits, conducting training and development, promoting product innovation, and exploring direct marketing channels and new customer segments.
Artistic Autonomy and Sublimity in N. M. Rashed’s Hassan, the Potter: A Kantian Perspective
Authors: Muhammad Afzal Khan Janjua  , Nausheen Fatima
Published: December 2024

By employing Immanuel Kant’s theory of aesthetics and beauty, this article scrutinizes N.M. Rashed’s most celebrated Urdu poem, Hassan Koozagar translated in English as Hassan, the Potter (Noori, 2013) in a bid to establish the artistic and aesthetic infallibility, untranslatability of text and sublimity of Rashed’s art. Kantian parameters of aesthetics bestow upon art an unparalleled autonomy, independence from contextualization and totality, thereby, declaring artistic creation the unique embodiment of its creator’s individualistic and subjective feelings and sensations. This idiosyncratically subjective cum creative experience of an artist-the coordination of sensations- molded and steered by perception which is combination of both space and time, lends the artistic creation of Hassan, the Potter an autonomous existence, sublimity, universality and transcendence that cannot be defined, conceptualized or even translated. In Kantian perspective, art as an artistically unique and intricately structured phenomenon, is Beautiful that is free from the sociological, historical, economic, or anthropological underpinnings; it has its own existence, formulation and appeal. This research, furthermore, argues that the translation of N.M. Rashed’s poem, though, facilitating dialogue between two languages and cultures, might convey theme/vision to readers but it lacks transferring of the real essence of text. This research has got the ability to open new vistas and modes of interpretation of Urdu works translated in English in particular and Pakistani literature in general.
Exploring the Influence of Personality on Attitudes towards Piri-Muridi Relationship: A Mediation Analysis of Belief Systems
Authors: Asim Siddique Bhatti  , Imran Ashraf Malik  , Aurang Zeb
Published: December 2024

Despite its prevalence in Pakistan, Piri-Muridi remains a neglected area of scientific inquiry. This study seeks to fill this knowledge gap by exploring the personality characteristics that facilitate engagement in Piri-Muridi practices, with a particular focus on the mediating role of the Big Five personality traits. A cross-sectional, quantitative design was employed to investigate the relationship between personality traits, as measured by the NEO-PI-R, and Piri-Muridi beliefs, with a particular focus on the moderating role of demographic variables. The study utilized the Urdu version of the NEO-PI-R and the Piri-Muridi scale developed by Hassan and Kamal (2010), collecting data from a sample of 401 individuals with diverse beliefs about the Piri-Muridi institution, selected through snowball sampling. The results of this investigation provide novel insights into the relationship between personality traits and attitudes towards Piri-Muridi, with neuroticism emerging as the most significant predictor. The study's findings also underscore the importance of considering demographic factors, such as gender and marital status, in understanding this relationship. This investigation yields important implications for the field of psychology, particularly in the context of the psychology of religion, by elucidating the complex relationships between personality factors, spiritual practices, and mental health outcomes.
The Counter-Terrorism and Human Rights: An Analysis in the Context of Pakistan
Authors: Khurram Baig  , Ansar Abbas  , Muhammad Hassan Sajjad  , Muhammad Hanif Zafar
Published: December 2024

In the state of Pakistan, the state security and counter terrorism in order to societal rights and individual's liberties represents a multi-faceted challenge requiring a balanced approach. Building upon this study aims to evaluate the government measures put in place to tackle terrorism threats including prevention and remedying threats, in addition to constitutional obligations owed to groups of citizens considered as counterterrorism citizens. Textual analysis and a doctrinal legal methodology are combined in an effort to identify the limitations of this framework and to consider alternative approaches. The study examines the limits to such personal freedoms in the name of counter-terrorism objectives and assesses the structures and polices created under such initiatives. It goes on to examine the levels of policing used and their mechanisms of accountability and central to these are measures like detention without trial of alleged terror suspects, extensive surveillance and restrictions on the press on questionable grounds, targeted operations. These steps have already caused mass apprehension among the people, who are often afraid to trust in being led and are unmindful of working with their leadership, or being governed. These developments encourage partnership between multinational organizations, and promote programs on personal security and community involvement at both the national and international level.
Impact of WhatsApp Usage on Library Professionals of Universities of Jamshoro, Sindh, Pakistan
Authors: Inam Magsi  , Muhammad Akhtar Rind  , Asim Mehmood Khan  , Waqas Ahmed Channar  , Uqba Ghanghro  , Arif Ali Bhatti
Published: December 2024

This paper provides information about the impact of WhatsApp usage on library professionals in Jamshoro, Sindh. An online survey was conducted. The instrument for data collection was a structured online questionnaire and its link was distributed through WhatsApp Messaging Application. The population for the present study was chosen from all universities of Jamshoro, which are 1-Mehran University of Engineering & Technology, 2- University of Sindh, 3-University of Arts and Culture, Jamshoro, 4- Shaheed Allah Bukhsh Soomro University of Arts, Design & Heritage, and 5-Liaquat University of Medical and Health Sciences. 83 responses were collected from different professionals of a library, that make sample data for the study. The data was analyzed using SPSS Software. Findings revealed that most of the respondents were male. According to the study, professionals of libraries use WhatsApp to provide a wide variety of services such as sharing photos & videos, answering user queries, updating users about new materials, collecting feedback from users, and so on. It was revealed that most professionals have been using WhatsApp to provide services for 2 to 4 years and the majority of them use it on a weekly basis to interact with users. The study also revealed that WhatsApp has had a positive impact on the professional growth of library professionals. The study suggested that library administration should organize workshops and training sessions to help library professionals understand the use of WhatsApp to engage with users and provide them with services in real time.
Outbreak Investigation and Response: Two Fatal Cases of Avian Influenza A(H5N1) Detected in Humans in October 2023, Cambodia
Authors: Mom Sokly , Seng Sopheavy , Hay Puthik Long , Kong Sopheak , Ung Sophanit , Ly Sovann , Yi Sengdoeurn , Yueayai Khanuengnij
Published: December 2024

In October 2023, Cambodia reported two fatal human cases of influenza A(H5N1) from two provinces. The national and subnational rapid response teams investigated the outbreak to describe its characteristics, identify potential linkages between the cases, assess the outbreak magnitude, understand the local perspective and response. Medical records were reviewed, and contact tracing and active case finding were conducted in the affected areas. Laboratory investigation and environmental survey were performed. Local authorities were interviewed. The two cases, confirmed to have influenza A(H5N1) clade 2.3.2.1c, were a 50-year-old man from Svay Rieng Province and a 2-year-old girl from Prey Veng Province. Both cases had direct contact with sick and dead poultry at their house before developing respiratory symptoms. We identified 65 close contacts and 15 suspected cases who tested negative for influenza A, influenza B and SARS-CoV-2. Inappropriate practices of handling sick and dead poultry and allowing free-roaming backyard poultry within houses were identified in the affected villages. There was no linkage between the two cases and no additional cases were found during the investigation. During the response, there was a lack of awareness about avian influenza among communities and health workers. Appropriate medication (e.g., oseltamivir) should be stockpiled at the district level. A lack of coordination and communication among One Health sector was identified. We recommended promoting a joint multisectoral coordination for investigations, strengthening surveillance systems, increasing avian influenza awareness, allocating resources, and holding daily coordination meetings among stakeholders for effective planning and communication.
Associated Factors of Influenza B Infection from a Staff-introduced Outbreak in a Prison, Buriram Province, Thailand, September–November 2023
Authors: Rongdech Watcharapol , Sujinpram Saran , Yueayai Khanuengnij , Sanmai Sattawat , Chongkratok Phimruethai , Chumpook Naruemon , Plangsungnoen Praneet , Samjai Prapasri , Buabkhom Siporn , Sirinon Anukun , Pensuk Pannarat , Uttachee Teeraporn , Khajonrak Nichcha
Published: December 2024

On 17 Oct 2023, the Office of Disease Prevention and Control Region 9 Nakhon Ratchasima was notified of 570 influenza-like illness cases in a prison in Buriram Province, Thailand. An investigation was performed to confirm the outbreak and diagnosis, identify sources and risks, and provide recommendations. National surveillance database and prison records were reviewed, and an active case-finding in the prison targeted individuals with fever, cough, sore throat, runny nose, or myalgia between 20 Sep 2023 and 18 Nov 2023. Suspected cases were individuals who developed fever with at least one other symptom. Confirmed cases were suspected cases with a positive result based on the reverse transcription polymerase chain reaction technique. A total of 678 cases (attack rate 39.6%) were identified, including 28 confirmed influenza B cases. Three were admitted and there were no intubations or deaths. Vaccine coverage in the prison was 33.1%. Observations revealed overcrowding, poor ventilation, inadequate sick-person management, and a lack of hygiene facilities. A case-control study considering suspected and confirmed cases as true cases and symptom-free inmates as true non-cases identified exposure to close-range sneezing (odds ratio 2.03, 95% confidence interval 1.23–3.36) and sporadic face mask-wearing (odds ratio 1.67, 95% confidence interval 1.07–2.63) as significant risk factors after adjusting for other factors. Interventions included screening, early quarantine, event cancelation, and enhanced hygiene practices. The outbreak subsided within three weeks. We recommended the use of prison records to develop a surveillance system, improving sick staff management, increasing vaccine coverage, and reducing overcrowding.
The Patterns and Associations between Attitudes towards Active Travel and Physical Activity among Residents in Three Selected Provinces of Thailand
Authors: Topothai Thitikorn , Topothai Chompoonut , Suphanchaimat Rapeepong
Published: December 2024

Active travel offers opportunities for regular physical activity, influenced by socio-demographic, socio-economic, and socio-psychological determinants. This study investigated the associations between positive attitudes towards active travel environments and literacy with sufficient physical activity in Thailand. A cross-sectional study was conducted with 343 residents recruited from three communities in 2019. A self-administered questionnaire collected data on demographics, physical activity levels (using the Global Physical Activity Questionnaire), and attitudes towards 11 supportive conditions for active travel. Factor analysis identified three factors: (1) attitudes towards public transport environments, capturing perceptions of convenience, attractiveness, and affordability; (2) attitudes towards walking and cycling environments, reflecting supportive conditions like safety and conduciveness; and (3) active travel literacy, relating to awareness and understanding of active travel concepts. Multivariable logistic regression analysis revealed that participants with positive attitudes towards public transport environments (adjusted odds ratio (AOR) 2.06, 95% confidence interval (CI) 1.01–4.17) and active travel literacy (AOR 2.93, 95% CI 1.10–7.79) had a significantly higher likelihood of achieving sufficient physical activity. Policymakers should prioritize enhancing the convenience, attractiveness, and affordability of public transport and promote educational campaigns to boost active travel literacy and encourage active travel behaviors.
Exploration of Consumer Purchase Intentions for Blue Light Blocking Glasses in Indonesia
Authors: Dewi Eylda Syarah , Rahmani Muhammad Akhdan , Manaf Peri Akbar
Published: December 2024

In the rapidly evolving information age, technological developments and social media significantly influence consumer purchasing decisions, especially in urban environments. This study explores the factors that influence the purchase intention of blue light glasses among urban consumers who use digital devices, using the Theory of Reasoned Action (TRA) framework. The factors analyzed include social media marketing, subjective norms, attitudes, hedonism, health values, social values, and knowledge. The survey was conducted among 306 respondents and analyzed by Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) using Partial Least Squares (PLS). The results show that marketing through social media, attitude, hedonism, health value, and knowledge have a positive effect on purchase intention, while social value shows a negative effect. This research provides insights for academics and practitioners in understanding consumer behavior and developing effective marketing strategies for anti-blue light glasses in Indonesia.