bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Evaluation of growth performance, carcass, organ characteristics and digestibility coefficient of finisher broiler chicken fed varying levels of Fennel seed powder
Authors:   Akwa Ibom State University, Essien Comfort , Sam Idorenyin ,   Akwa Ibom State University, Udoh Favour ,   Akwa Ibom State University
Published: June 2024

A 28-day trial was conducted to evaluate the impact of different levels of fennel seed powder as a feed additive on the growth performance, carcass yield, internal organ characteristics, and nutrient digestibility of finisher broiler chickens. The study involved 200 finisher broiler chickens divided into four groups of 50 birds each. Four experimental diets were formulated with fennel seed powder at 0g, 150g, 300g, and 450g per 100kg of feed, labelled as T1, T2, T3, and T4, respectively. The treatment groups were further subdivided into five replicates with 10 birds in each group. Collected data were subjected to analysis of variance. The results indicated significant differences (p<0.05) in final weight gain (FWG), daily weight gain (DWG), and feed conversion ratio (FCR) among the groups. Birds in T4 group showed the highest FWG and DWG values (p<0.05). Additionally, T4 had the lowest FCR values (p<0.05), significant differences in feed intake (p<0.05) were similarly observed. Significant differences (p<0.05) were recorded in dressed weight, live weight, dressing percentage, and various cut-parts for the birds, birds in T4 recorded superior values for all carcass traits. The internal organs were not affected by the feed (p>0.05). However, the diet significantly influenced abdominal fat, with T4 showing the lowest values (p<0.05). The nutrient digestibility coefficients were significantly affected by the diet, with T4 showing the highest values in all proximate composition parameters analyzed (p<0.05). It was concluded that adding fennel seed powder at 450g per 100kg of feed can enhance the growth performance, carcass quality, internal organ traits, and nutrient digestibility of broiler chickens.
TRATAMIENTO MULTIDISCIPLINARIO EN PACIENTES ADULTOS CON DIABETES MELLITUS TIPO 1: ESTUDIO COHORTE RETROSPECTIVO EN UN CENTRO VENEZOLANO
Authors: Punchiluppi Esqueda Edwin Martin , Silva de Casanova María Inés
Published: June 2024

Introducción: Se ha establecido como punto principal en el abordaje de Diabetes Mellitus tipo 1 es la integración de un equipo multidisciplinario, cuyo objetivo principal es la asesoría y control por nutrición en diabetes la cual se han establecido, que los déficits nutricionales influyen significativamente en el desarrollo físico y mental. Objetivo: En el Servicio de Endocrinología del Centro Médico docente La Trinidad, se buscó comprobar que estableciendo estas medidas de atención al paciente se puede tener mejor resultado y adherencia al tratamiento farmacológico indicado, de acuerdo con la edad, sexo, años con la enfermedad, comorbilidades asociadas, la asistencia a consultas con endocrinólogos, nutricionistas, psicología y educación con base fundamental para el éxito terapéutico. Método: se realizó revisión de Historias Clínicas, en los pacientes mayores de 18 años con diagnóstico de Diabetes Mellitus tipo 1. Estudio Observacional Analítico tipo Cohorte Retrospectivo. Resultados: 46 pacientes de los cuales femeninos: (57%), masculinos: (46%), grupos etáreos: 18 – 30 (85%), 30 – 50 (13%) más de 50 (4%), reducción de la A1c en 3 meses de seguimiento con manejo multidisciplinario: (63%) pacientes lograron reducir 1,09% de A1c, reducción de complicaciones: retinopatía diabética diagnosticada (53%) de reducción, neuropatía diabética: 13 pacientes con diagnóstico de Neuropatía sólo 10 de estos (77%) alcanzaron mejoría de síntomas, por otro lado los pacientes con Enfermedad Renal Diabética diagnosticada 2 pacientes con 1 (50%) de ellos recuperado completamente. Conclusiones: Se pudo observar los efectos del manejo multidisciplinario con pautas de seguimiento activo para cada paciente, así como la vigilancia exhaustiva del mismo con el fin de reducir las complicaciones agudas o crónicas que pueden sobrevenir por el manejo inadecuado o por la carencia de recursos que impactan el nivel socioeconómico de cada paciente.
COMPARACIÓN DE LA ESTIMACIÓN DE LA TASA METABÓLICA EN REPOSO DE LAS ECUACIONES PREDICTIVAS DE HARRIS BENEDICT, OMS-FAO Y NELSON Y SU RELACIÓN CON LA COMPOSICIÓN CORPORAL MEDIDA POR BIOIMPEDANCIA ELÉCTRICA EN DIFERENTES PATOLOGÍAS
Authors: Flores Luis , Herrera Hector
Published: June 2024

Introducción: Mediciones precisas de la tasa metabólica en reposo (TMR) son necesarias para los profesionales de la salud a fin de proveer recomendaciones apropiadas de nutrición. Objetivos: Comparar los resultados de las ecuaciones de estimación de la Tasa Metabólica en Reposo (TMR) de OMS/FAO (1985), Nelson (1992), Harris Benedict (HB) (1917) y su relación con la composición corporal expresada en sus componentes de masa libre de grasa (MLG) y masa grasa (MG) en individuos adultos con diferentes patologías. Métodos: Estudio descriptivo transversal, donde se evaluó un grupo de 4377 sujetos adultos, de uno y otro sexo con edades comprendidas entre los 18 y los 96 años de edad. Mediante valoración antropométrica y bioimpedancia eléctrica (BIA) se obtuvieron los valores de peso, talla, IMC, MLG, MG, respectivamente. Se compararon los resultados de la ecuación de Nelson con los obtenidos a partir de ecuación de FAO/OMS y HB y se determinó su correlación con la MLG. Se utilizó el coeficiente de variación (CV) para estimar la relación relativa entre las ecuaciones y los componentes de la composición corporal con la enfermedad. Se aplicó la prueba “anova” de una vía, para conocer las diferencias entre grupo control y patologías de los sujetos evaluados. En todos los casos se estableció un nivel de significación de p<0,05. Resultados: La ecuación de Nelson presento un CV de 3,5%, OMS, 8,21% y HB 22,5% con respecto a la MLG. Las 3 ecuaciones presentaron una correlación alta positiva con la MLG Nelson r = 0,98; OMS r= 0,84; HB r=1. Todos los grupos presentaron p<0,05 para las variables estudiadas. Conclusiones: La ecuación de HB y OMS alcanzaron valores de CV más altos que los de la de Nelson en relación a la MLG de la población estudiada. Las ecuaciones predictivas pueden ser usadas en enfermedad.
Principles of Law and Principles of Application of Islamic Law
Authors: Dedi Ratno  , Fadhila Umari Dwinata  , Triska Nury Luthfiyah  , Muhammad Shilhaj Abdul Mujib  , Lutfa Fauzia Sukma
Published: June 2024

Abstract. Law is a rule that regulates human life in everyday life, the purpose of law is to regulate, discipline people and create peace. Islamic law is a series of rules revealed by Allah SWT through the Al-Qur'an, Hadith and Sunnah of the Prophet, to guide humans on the right path, obeying Islamic law can create peace. Several legal principles in Islam: The principles of monotheism, justice, amar ma'ruf nahi munkar, freedom and liberty, equality, mutual help, tolerance. The source of this principle teaches us as Muslims not to discriminate between race, ethnicity and religion in doing good deeds.
Implementation of Ijab Qabul with One Breath Perspectives of the Imams of the Mazhab and Sheikh Muhammad Arsyad Al-Banjari in Kitab An-Nikah
Authors: Fauziah Nuraini Dewi , Nor Laily Ana , Hifzi Muhammad
Published: June 2024

This study explains how the real truth of ijab  qabul in the midst of the controversy of the many claims for the execution of the ijab with a single breath which happened at Rizky Febian and Mahalini’s marriage contract. This research is a qualitative research method with descriptive analysis by describing the data obtained through words rather than in the form of numbers. Using library research as a source of data that the author then uses to determine the relevant legal provisions and the actual principles of the reality that occurs so that it can present legal answers to the problem digged. The results of the study showed that when analysed with the opinion according to the Sheikh Muhammad Arsyad Al-Banjari in the Book of An-Nikah, as well as the opinions of the priests of Mazhab, there is no provision explicitly regulating and also absolute on the claim to façade the ijab qabul in a breath and there are no provisions prohibiting it. Thus, it can be said that the execution of ijab qabul with one breath and must be connected with the law is jaiz, that is, can be done and can be left as long as it does not violate the existing provisions and this is also not an absolute condition in the implementation of ijab qabul, so affecting to touch the validity of an obstacle.
A Critical Evaluation of ChatGPT's Adherence to Responsible Artificial Intelligence Principles
Authors: Lababidi Sami
Published: June 2024

The swift evolution of ChatGPT maintains revealing great promise in different fields of life while occasionally with ethically questionable impacts. While the current research effort has focused on the benefits that can be gained from ChatGPT, increasing concerns have been raised about the ethical implications that could result from its widespread use. To this end, this study presents an in-depth investigation of the ethical aspects of ChatGPT from the perspective of responsible AI. In particular, a novel theoretical framework is introduced to practically analyze and interpret the ChatGPT from an ethical side lens. Our framework is based on the concept of responsible AI, to focus on the variety of scenarios in which ChatGPT can possibly lead to unintentional consequences, and to advocate alternate paths that the researcher and practitioners can follow to expand their knowledge regarding the mitigation of such incidences. This work expands the theorization of the ethical side to disclose unknown ideas of existing literature and to suggest other leading premises that may guide future development and use of ChatGPT and alike language models.
Tendencia de la mortalidad por enfermedades no transmisibles en Guatemala, 2005 – 2019
Authors: Flores Villatoro Ana Lucía , Flores Ramírez Carlos Roberto , Bergonzoli Gustavo
Published: June 2024

Objetivo: Estimar el cambio porcentual promedio anual y magnitud de la tendencia de la mortalidad por enfermedades no transmisibles en Guatemala según edad, sexo y territorio social, durante el periodo comprendido entre los años 2005 y 2019. Método: Estudio de cohorte retrospectiva. Se evaluaron los objetivos mediante el empleo de fórmula establecida para dicho propósito y los coeficientes ortogonales en modelos de regresión lineal generalizado. Resultados: Se registraron 1,138,131 muertes totales, 336,936 (29.6%) eran por enfermedades crónicas no transmisibles. Las enfermedades metabólicas y las del sistema nervioso muestran un aumento de 4.31% (1.71% - 6.92%) y descenso de - 1,02% (- 1.10% y –0.94%) promedio anual, estadísticamente significativo, respectivamente. La regresión lineal de los coeficientes ortogonales, muestra que las enfermedades cardiovasculares y metabólicas arrojan una tendencia lineal al aumento, estadísticamente significativa, en ambos sexos, pero no hay diferencias en cuanto a la magnitud del aumento entre los sexos. La mortalidad en hombres por enfermedades cardiovasculares, metabólicas y del sistema nervioso, muestran tendencia lineal al aumento y significativa en ambos territorios sociales, y las neoplasias a la disminución. La mortalidad de los hombres entre territorios sociales, las enfermedades cardiovasculares, metabólicas, del sistema nervioso y neoplasias, muestran tendencia lineal al aumento y significativa en ambos territorios sociales. Conclusiones: Las enfermedades metabólicas y cardiovasculares son un problema de salud pública y seguirán aumentando en los próximos años, situación epidemiológica que pondrá presión sobre los servicios de salud del país.
Body Motion Auto Tracking Camera System for Online Class Education Supporting Device using OpenCV and Microcontroller
Authors: Rahmawati Tia , Darlis Denny , Novianti Atik ,   Department of D3 Telecommunication Technology, Faculty of Applied Sciences, Telkom University, Indonesia,   Department of Electrical Engineering, State Polytechnic of Malang, Indonesia
Published: June 2024

In the online teaching process, a teacher is necessary to describe the material clearly and have a broad perspective so that the material can be delivered completely. The problem occurs because the camera has different viewing angles, which results in limited movement of people who are teachers whenever explain material on a broad chalkboard. For this reason, a motion tracking camera is designed like a common camera that can move to follow the teacher's upper body. The camera will be connected to servo motors such as MG996R to move the camera on the X-Axis and Y-Axis. Then with OpenCV technology, the camera will track the teacher as an object and follow the direction of his/her movement. The results from thisresearch, it is concluded that by integrating Python into a video conference application and without it, the system can detect the upper body at 2-6 meters. For the X-Axis servo motor angle for conditions using video conference and without video conference application, the servo can rotate by detecting the upper body at angles of 30deg, 60deg, 90deg, 120deg, and 150deg. Then on the Y-Axis movement, it can rotate by detecting the upper body at 90deg, 100deg, 110deg, 120deg and 130deg angles. The test was carried out in a room with an area of 9.1 m x 7.4 m, the light condition of the room was 116 lux the object height was 1.5 m, and the camera height was 0.8 m above the floor
Aydın İli Karpuzlu İlçesi Organik Zeytin Üreticilerinin Üretim Fonksiyonunun İncelenmesi
Authors: Er Sıla Asker , Özer Osman Orkan
Published: June 2024

Bu çalışma, Aydın İli Karpuzlu ilçesinde faaliyet gösteren organik zeytin üreticilerinin üretim süreçleri ve karşılaştıkları zorluklar hakkında bilgi sağlamaktadır. Araştırma, üreticilerin sosyo-ekonomik profilleri, üretim maliyetleri ve pazarlama stratejileri gibi unsurları kapsamlı bir biçimde ele alarak, organik zeytin yetiştiriciliğinin verimliliğini ve sürdürülebilirliğini artırmaya yönelik stratejik önerilerde bulunmaktadır. Çalışma, 71 organik zeytin üreticisiyle gerçekleştirilen yüz yüze anketler üzerinden elde edilen verileri kullanarak Cobb-Douglas Üretim Fonksiyonu aracılığıyla üretim faktörlerinin verimlilik etkilerini analiz etmiştir. Analiz sonuçlarına göre, alet ve makine giderlerinde %1'lik bir artış, verimlilikte %0.429 oranında bir artışa; işgücü kullanımında %1'lik bir artış ise organik zeytinin brüt üretim değerinde %0.613 oranında bir artışa neden olmaktadır. Elde edilen üretim elastikiyetleri toplamı, ölçek ekonomisinden elde edilen getirinin 1.042 olduğunu göstermektedir. Ayrıca, devlet desteklemelerinin yetersizliği ve zamanında sağlanamaması, üreticilerin motivasyonunu ve üretim kapasitesini olumsuz yönde etkilemektedir. Araştırma, sürdürülebilir organik zeytin üretimi için devlet desteğinin artırılması, üretici eğitim programlarının güçlendirilmesi ve pazarlama stratejilerinin iyileştirilmesi yönünde politika önerileri sunmaktadır.
Clinical and Pathologic Tumor Response Following Response-guided Neoadjuvant Chemotherapy for Locally-advanced Breast Cancer in a Tertiary Hospital Breast Center in the Philippines
Authors: Macalindong Sheila , Rapacon Ralph Lazarus
Published: June 2024

Rationale/Objective: Neoadjuvant chemotherapy (NAC) is recommended for locally-advanced breast cancer (LABC) to improve resectability and provide in-vivo tumor response assessment. This study aimed to describe the clinical and pathologic tumor response of LABC patients after response-guided NAC. Methods: This is a retrospective cohort analysis of 128 LABC patients who underwent NAC using sequential doxorubicin/cyclophosphamide (AC) – docetaxel (T) regimen at the Philippine General Hospital Breast Care Center. Clinical and pathologic response rates were analyzed according to clinicopathologic variables including tumor intrinsic subtype. Results: Objective clinical response (complete and partial) was observed in 88% (111/128) of patients with 11% (14/128) achieving pathologic complete response (pCR). The hormone receptor-negative/ Her2-enriched (HR-/Her2+) subtype had the highest pCR rate (23.5%) followed by triple negative subtype (HR-/Her2-) at 19%. The hormone receptor-positive/Her2-positive (HR+/Her2+) subtype had the lowest pCR (4.7%). Two patients with initial poor response to AC but had good response upon shifting to T achieved pCR. Twelve patients (9.4%) had poor response to AC and T chemotherapy. Patients who were pre-menopausal (p=0.04), had ductal histology (p=0.03), with a HR-/Her2- (p=0.002) or HR+/Her2+ subtype (p=0.03) had good response to AC. Intrinsic subtype was not significantly associated with treatment response in those who received docetaxel. There was strong association between the pathologic and clinical responses (Spearman’s Rho score 0.69, p-value<0.0001). Conclusion: Clinical and pathologic response to NAC was highly dependent on tumor subtype. Clinical response was predictive of pathologic response. Response-guided NAC allowed direct and early evaluation of tumor treatment response that allowed for treatment modifications. Key words: breast cancer, neoadjuvant therapy, chemotherapy
Determining Gender Issues in Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) and its Influencing Factors in the Philippines
Authors: Mtt Christopher T. Dumadag , Rosales Victor S. , Requino Roque B.
Published: June 2024

The Philippines pledged to help attain the Sustainable Development Goals, such as eradicating poverty, promoting quality education, and achieving gender equality. In the country, Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) helps encourage employment opportunities and contributes to poverty alleviation efforts. Gender-related issues within TVET have the potential to restrict career opportunities, leading to unequal access to education, limited employment prospects, and job segregation, which lead to a worsening poverty rate. This research aims to determine gender-related issues and their factors. The study utilized the Gender Schema Theory, Social Role Theory, and Population Theory of Discrimination to craft the research questionnaire and analyze the results. The study employed a mixed-method research approach, incorporating qualitative and quantitative methodologies. Purposive and convenience sampling was used to select the participants, and there were 133 trainees and 7 trainers with 140 participants.  To get quantifiable data, a self-made survey questionnaire was developed with five Likert-type scales, and for qualitative, a semi-structured interview format with open-ended questions was employed. The findings revealed that social roles, gender schema, and pollution theory indeed contribute to gender issues in TVET. In conclusion, gender equality, especially in TVET, necessitates a comprehensive approach involving the nation. While transforming societal perceptions of gender roles, norms, and stereotypes is a formidable task, initiating change in how children perceive gender is a crucial starting point, as gender schema is the primary contributing factor to these identified gender issues.
The Role of Investments in Stimulating Economic Growth
Authors: Verbivska Liudmyla , Ihnatushenko Oleksandra , Petrovskyi Oleg , Pochernina Nataliia , Zavora Oleksandr
Published: June 2024

The formation of the global economy demonstrates the undeniable importance of investments in the sustainable development of any economic system. This study aims to highlight the trends in changes in investment inflows into the economic development of different world countries and to identify their impact on economic growth. The authors reviewed the main developments of various international scholars on the effects of attracting investments in the economy and ensuring its sustainable development. Both general scientific and unique research methods were employed while conducting this research. The authors monitored the changes in investment inflows on the example of middle- and low-income countries, particularly the United States and Ukraine. A selective study of the impact of investment on key indicators of economic development - gross domestic product and labor productivity - was conducted. The correlation between the studied factors is determined. The authors have outlined the main factors affecting the economies of countries. It has been found that geopolitical tensions and the outbreak of active hostilities in many regions facilitate the formation of an unstable world order marked by polarized discourses, decreased trust, and insecurity of national economic systems. These factors reduce the volume of investments by non-residents of the country. The authors have formulated the key aspects related to the impact of investments on stimulating economic growth in different world countries using the methods of analysis, synthesis, and generalization.
Investigating The Mediating Role of Depression and Anxiety in The Relationship Between Stress Management and Mental Health in Cardiovascular Patients
Authors: Teymouri Mitra , Moraveji Mahtab , Goli Zahra Sadat , Karbasian Zahra , Malleknejad Behrooz
Published: June 2024

Cardiovascular disease (CVD) remains one of the leading causes of mortality worldwide among both men and women. This study aims to investigate the mediating roles of depression and anxiety in the relationship between stress management and mental health in patients with cardiovascular disease. This descriptive correlational study utilized a structural equation model. The study population comprised cardiovascular patients in Kashan city in 2022. Sixty cardiovascular patients from Shahid Beheshti Hospital in Kashan were selected through convenience sampling. Participants completed the Mental Health Inventory (Keyes, 2002), the Stress Management Scale (Kobin et al., 1990), and the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (Zigmond & Snaith, 1983). Data were analyzed using SPSS version 22 and SmartPLS software, employing Pearson correlation tests and structural equation modeling. Results indicated a negative and significant correlation between stress management and both depression and anxiety. Additionally, a positive and significant correlation was found between stress management and mental health. Anxiety mediated the relationship between stress management and mental health, whereas depression did not. It is recommended that treatment plans for cardiovascular patients should incorporate strategies addressing anxiety, depression, and stress management.
The Moderating Role of Family Communication Patterns in the Relationship Between Childhood Trauma and Tendency Toward Addiction in Adolescent Boys
Authors: Mousavi Seyedeh Samira , Shams Zahra , Taghigh Afsaneh , Bazgir Shahab
Published: June 2024

Objective: The present study aimed to investigate the moderating role of family communication patterns in the relationship between childhood trauma and the tendency toward addiction in adolescent boys. Methods and Materials: The research method was descriptive-correlational. The statistical population consisted of all adolescents aged 12 to 17 years, from seventh to twelfth grade, in the year 2023. The research sample included 380 individuals selected through multistage cluster sampling. They were evaluated using the Ahvaz Addiction Tendency Questionnaire, the Childhood Trauma Questionnaire (CTQ), and the Revised Family Communication Patterns (RFCP) questionnaire. Data analysis was performed using SPSS 21 software at both descriptive and inferential levels, and hypothesis testing was conducted using hierarchical regression analysis. Findings: The results showed a positive and significant relationship between dimensions of childhood trauma and the tendency toward addiction (p ≤ 0.05), as well as a positive and significant relationship between conformity and the tendency toward addiction (p ≤ 0.05). However, there was a negative and significant relationship between conversation orientation and the tendency toward addiction (p ≤ 0.05). Additionally, family communication patterns moderated the relationship between physical abuse and the tendency toward addiction, as well as the relationship between emotional abuse and the tendency toward addiction. However, family communication patterns did not moderate the relationship between physical neglect and the tendency toward addiction, nor the relationship between emotional neglect and the tendency toward addiction. Family communication patterns did moderate the relationship between sexual abuse and the tendency toward addiction. Conclusion: It can be concluded that family communication patterns mediate the relationship between childhood trauma and the tendency toward addiction in adolescent boys.
Determination and Comparison of Motivation Levels in Adolescent Girls During Simultaneous and Delayed Observational Learning of Targeting Skills with a Racket
Authors: Moones Tousi Maliheh , Namazizadeh Mahdi , Kazem Vaez Mousavi Seyed Mohammad , Belali Marzieh
Published: June 2024

Objective: This study aimed to determine and compare the motivation levels of adolescent girls during simultaneous and delayed observational learning of targeting skills with a racket. Methods and Materials: This quasi-experimental study involved 40 girls aged 16 to 18, randomly divided into two groups: simultaneous observational learning and delayed observational learning. The protocol lasted for three days, and the task involved performing a forehand strike in clay tennis with the non-dominant hand toward a concentric target on the ground. On the first day, the pre-test was conducted, followed by the acquisition phase, and after a one-hour rest, the post-test. The retention test was conducted on the second day, and the transfer test on the third day. The motivation questionnaire was completed after the pre-test, after the acquisition phase, and before the retention test. For the simultaneous group, the video was played concurrently with the participants' performance, whereas for the delayed group, the participants started hitting after the video ended. To determine the effects of the independent variables, the present study's data were analyzed using SPSS software version 26. Descriptive statistics were used to draw graphs, calculate the mean and standard deviation, and inferential statistics (multivariate analysis of variance) and a 2 (group) × 4 (test) analysis of variance with repeated measures on the test factor were used to examine the total score of the motivation questionnaire. Findings: The results of this study indicated that there was a significant difference in motivation between the simultaneous and delayed observational learning groups. Conclusion: The mean total motivation score for the delayed observational learning group was higher than that of the simultaneous observational learning group.
Comparison of the Effectiveness of Unified Transdiagnostic Treatment and Short-Term Psychodynamic Therapy on the Spiritual Health of Women Affected by Marital Infidelity
Authors: Karimi Zahra , Ghamari Mohammad , Hosseinian Simin
Published: June 2024

Objective: The present study aimed to compare the effectiveness of unified transdiagnostic and short-term psychodynamic treatments on the spiritual health of women affected by marital infidelity. Methods and Materials: A quasi-experimental design using a pretest-posttest-follow-up with a control group was employed. The population included women affected by marital infidelity in Jam city during the first six months of 2022, and the sample consisted of 45 eligible and volunteering individuals who approached a social studies counseling center. These women were initially assessed and selected for the pretest, then randomly assigned to two experimental groups and one control group (15 per group). The short-term psychodynamic group received 12 sessions and the unified transdiagnostic group underwent 8 sessions of individual therapy, while the control group was placed on a waiting list. After the treatment sessions, a posttest and a two-month follow-up test were conducted. The Spiritual Well-Being Scale by Paloutzian and Ellison (1982) was used, along with multivariate analysis of covariance and SPSS software version 26 to test the hypotheses. Findings: Both treatments were effective in enhancing the spiritual health of women, with the unified transdiagnostic treatment being more effective compared to the short-term psychodynamic therapy, and this effectiveness was sustained over time. (P<.05) Conclusion: Given the effectiveness and the differences in the impacts of unified transdiagnostic and short-term psychodynamic treatments on the spiritual health of women affected by marital infidelity, it is recommended that these treatments be considered in their counseling.
Exploring the Role of Shared Leisure Activities in Women's Marital Satisfaction
Authors: Abbasi Kharaju Fatemeh , Toktas Elif , Köse Neşe
Published: June 2024

Objective: This study aims to explore the role of shared leisure activities in women's marital satisfaction, providing insights into how these activities contribute to the quality of marital relationships. Methods and Materials: This qualitative study utilized semi-structured interviews to gather in-depth data from 25 married women. Participants were selected through purposive sampling to ensure a diverse range of experiences and backgrounds. The interviews focused on various aspects of shared leisure activities, including types, frequency, and perceived impact on marital satisfaction. Data were analyzed using NVivo software, following thematic analysis to identify key themes and patterns. Theoretical saturation was achieved after 20 interviews. Findings: The study identified five main themes related to the impact of shared leisure activities on marital satisfaction: emotional bonding, mutual support, relationship growth, conflict resolution, and the establishment of rituals and traditions. Participants reported that engaging in shared leisure activities significantly enhanced their emotional connection, provided mutual support, promoted personal and relational growth, facilitated effective conflict resolution, and helped establish meaningful rituals and traditions within their marriages. Conclusion: The findings underscore the critical role of shared leisure activities in promoting women's marital satisfaction. By engaging in activities that both partners enjoy and find meaningful, couples can strengthen their emotional connection, support each other, grow together, resolve conflicts more effectively, and create lasting traditions that enhance their relationship. The study highlights the importance of investing time and effort in shared leisure activities to improve the quality of marital relationships and overall well-being.
Taking the Role of Social Media in Coaching among English Language Coaches in Malaysia: An Explanatory Study
Authors:   North-East District Education Office, Georgetown, Md Yunus Yusnita , Saeed Karwan Mustafa ,   Koya University, Kabilan Muhammad Kamarul ,   Universiti Sains Malaysia
Published: June 2024

The purpose of this contribution is to investigate the practices of English Language School Improvement Specialist Coaches Plus (SISC+) in Malaysia on the use of social media for coaching. In this study, a mixed-method approach is employed as a process of inquiry to collect and analyze data. The main finding of the study indicates the power of communication as the heart of the relationship that exists between both SISC+ and teachers. Coaches believe that better communication tools contribute to having a positive impact on the relationship with their teachers and help them to achieve their coaching objectives. The study suggests utilizing blended coaching to be implemented for the improvement of face-to-face coaching practice. The findings show that a healthy coach-teacher relationship enhances communication activities. Offering new knowledge relevant to how social media is being used to improve a coach-teacher relationship, this study contributes a different and positive perspective to research and practice on coaching by introducing a blended model of face-to-face and online coaching.
Developing and Validating a Self-efficacy Questionnaire for CEFR A2 Level EFL Learners
Authors:   University of Szeged, Nguyen Son Van , Habók Anita
Published: June 2024

This study provides evidence of the validity and reliability of a self-efficacy questionnaire in English as a Foreign Language (EFL) in a Vietnamese sample of university students. A total of 364 non-English-major students completed the questionnaire in an online format. SPSS version 24, SPSS AMOS, and SmartPLS 3 were employed to analyze the data. A confirmatory factor analysis was carried out to assess the hypothesized structure model and several analyses such as composite reliability, Cronbach’s alpha , and rho_A were conducted to evaluate reliability. The results showed that the questionnaire had a high reliability and adequate validity. All the values were satisfactory, and the model was confirmed. Therefore, the adapted questionnaire in this study can be applied to measure self-efficacy in EFL contexts as it gives valuable feedback to teachers and students to improve the quality of language teaching and learning.
High and Low Achievers’ Strategy Use Profile in IELTS Speaking Section: Evidence from Iran
Authors:   Allameh Tabataba’i University, Sajedifard Mohammad , Abedi Hojjat ,   Shahid Beheshti University, Tehran
Published: June 2024

High and low achievers’ strategy use profiles in the speaking skill appear to be rare, with the few studies examining their strategy use profiles only in skills such as reading and writing. Another gap can be observed in the scrutiny of effective and ineffective strategy use in speaking tests. The study was carried out with thirty male and female high and low achieving test takers who engaged in the speaking section of IELTS and reported their strategy use through stimulated recalls in the Iranian context. Data collection involved two key phases: The test takers first went through a familiarization phase where they learned how to carry out stimulated recalls. This phase was followed by the main phase of the study where the test takers took the IELTS speaking exam, verbalizing their strategies after each of its three speaking tasks. The researchers used Huang’s (2013) taxonomy of speaking strategies to analyze the garnered data. Results indicated high achievers’ heavier reliance on strategic behaviors compared with low achievers. The findings also revealed high achievers’ greater use of effective strategies than low achievers, and low achievers’ more frequent use of a noticeably higher number of ineffective strategies compared to high achievers. More specific outcomes revealed that the variations between the two groups were mainly in the frequency of meta-cognitive, communication, approach, and social strategy categories. The results primarily confirm high and low achievers’ varied strategic behavior profiles in test situations and the significance of effective strategy employment for higher test scores.
The Salient Pronunciation Errors and Intelligibility of Turkish Speakers in English
Authors:   Ankara Yildirim Beyazit University, Uzun Tarik
Published: June 2024

Intelligibility is a critically important aspect for effective oral communication. This study explored salient (important) pronunciation errors and their relative roles in the intelligibility of nonnative speech based on listener judgments. Speech samples, collected from speakers with a Turkish as a native language (L1) background, were presented to listener groups in two consecutive sub-studies. In expert listening sessions, listeners with an academic background in pronunciation research and teaching (N=3) detected salient pronunciation errors via a thinking aloud protocol. During the intelligibility research, native listeners (N=33) transcribed the target words with salient pronunciation errors presented either as individual words isolated from their contexts or in longer utterances. The intelligibility scores were calculated and analyzed to investigate the role of salient pronunciation errors on speakers’ intelligibility in English. The findings indicated that mispronunciations of segmentals and incorrect stress placement were the most common error types as detected by expert listeners. Negative transfer was found to be an important factor in such salient errors. According to the results of the intelligibility research, pronunciation errors affected speakers’ intelligibility to a certain extent. Segmental errors were the main causes of reduced intelligibility. Moreover, mispronunciations of two sounds that were seen in most error sites, /ə/ and /θ/, seemed to make speech more accented while not seriously affecting intelligibility. Also, errors in strong syllables had a more detrimental effect on intelligibility compared to those in weak syllables.
The impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on occupational satisfaction, work-related stress of nursing personnel and quality of patient care
Authors:   General Hospital of Volos ", Gakikou Stavroula ,   Achillopoulio",   , Greece, Roupa Zoe ,   Department of Nursing, University of Nicosia, Cyprus, Noula Maria ,   Department of Nursing, University of Nicosia, Cyprus, Kotrotsiou Evangelia ,   Nursing Department, Frederick University, Cyprus
Published: June 2024

Introduction: The COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated adversities associated with the working conditions of healthcare professionals, contributing to the deterioration of their physical and mental health, particularly as a result of work overload and daily stressors such as long working hours, low pay, lack of professional recognition, and high risk of infection. Purpose: The investigation of the effect of the COVID-19 pandemic, on occupational satisfaction, on work-related stress and in the quality of care of the nursing staff. Material and Method: Articles were searched in the electronic databases Medline, PubMed central, and Google Scholar. In Medline databases, PubMed central, Google Scholar, the combination of indexing words was used: “oc¬cupational satisfaction, nurses, quality of patient care, Covid -19 pandemic”, while in the PubMed database the ad¬vanced search option was used and the key words: "work-related stress, nurses, quality of care, Covid -19 pandemic". Results: From the literature search, ten (10) studies met the inclusion criteria of the review. Upon analysis of these ten (10) studies, six (6) found an impact on occupational satisfaction affecting the quality of care, and four (4) studies identified a relationship between work-related stress and quality of care during the COVID-19 pandemic. Discussion - Conclusions: The collection of data and their analysis demonstrated that the healthcare system was severely tested during the COVID-19 pandemic. Factors influencing the occupational satisfaction and work-related stress of nurses, as well as patient care quality, include the increase in patient numbers, workload and working con¬ditions, prolonged work hours, and shortages of staff and resources. Healthcare professionals endeavoured to cope with challenging work conditions, aiming ultimately to provide the best possible care to patients.
Study of Work Culture and its Impact on Employees Productivity Working under Different Organization
Authors: Pawar Vaishnavi , Magdoom Saima , Yadav Prince , Jadhav Mayuresh , Vishwakarma Pratham
Published: June 2024

In this research, a survey was held to understand the influence or impact of workplace culture on employees productivity. Several employees working under different organization participated in the survey from different sectors such as IT, Finance and medical as to get in depth knowledge of how much an organizational culture is related to employees performance. This study focuses on understanding the importance of good leadership practices, open communication, mutual respect, shared goals, and a commitment to employee growth and development on enhancing overall productivity of employee to benefit the organization. As organizational culture is a powerful force that can shape how employees interact and perform within a company. A positive culture, characterized by openness, trust, and collaboration, can indeed lead to increased employee involvement, empowerment, innovation, and creativity. These qualities can give an organization a competitive edge and contribute to its long-term success.
Implementation of Child Friendly School Policy: Study in State Junior High School 1 Pesawaran Regency
Authors: Rahardian Respaty , Indriyati Caturiani Susana , Agung Maulana
Published: June 2024

Protecting and providing children rights through child-friendly school as a form of policy made by government. Pesawaran Regency has a regional head, namely the regent, and the regent stipulates Regent Regulation Number 6 of 2021 concerning Child-Friendly School which aims to provide oppurtunities for children to be involved especially in planning, formulating policies, learning processes, supervision, and complaints systems in school, taking into account their age and maturity. Therefore, this research is to describe the implementation of child friendly school policy study in public junior high school 1 Pesawaran Regency by using Edward III elements, namely communication, resources, attitudes/dispositions, and bureaucratic structure. This study uses a qualitative method. The results of this study are that formal communication is done well, while informal communication is still a barrier, such as there are parents who are not included whatsapp group communication. Human resources lack of teacher personnel is less than students and toilet facilities are not clean and washing station are not maintained. Disposition is well done with principal’s commitment to make declarations and the flow complaints. Bureaucratic structure is established through a decree of the child-friendly school. Implementation team, but students are not included in the decree.
Study on the adsorption kinetics of L-citrulline from the pseudo aqueous solution of watermelon rind on ion exchange resin
Authors: Vi Nha Tran  , Phan Thi Quynh Loan  , Le Ngoc Diem Quynh  , Tran Thi Minh Thu  , Lai Quoc Dat
Published: June 2024

This study aimed to extract L-citrulline from the pseudo aqueous solution of watermelon rind through the ion exchange process using Purolite® C100 resin. The adsorption kinetics of L-citrulline onto the cation exchange resins was investigated under different experimental conditions including pH, potassium concentration and L-citrulline concentration of initial solution. The UV spectrophotometer was used to determine L-citrulline content at 490 nm before and after adsorption. The initial sorption rate, pseudo-first order, pseudo-second order and Weber - Morris rate constants for different initial concentrations were evaluated and discussed. For the kinetic analysis, the pseudo-second order was suitable to describe the L-citrulline adsorption. Purolite® C100 resin has an saturated adsorption capacity of 79.128 ± 0.523 mg/g and 138.366 ± 0.749 mg/g with the initial L-citrulline concentrations of 600 and 1,200 mg/L, respectively.
Sentido de vida de mujeres privadas de libertad del centro penitenciario “San Sebastián Mujeres”
Authors: Chuquimia Sivila Jazmín Arely , Rocha Medina Mónica
Published: June 2024

People long to give meaning to their lives and strive to discover values worth living. Within the penitentiary center, its perception can be influenced by various factors such as: interpersonal relationships, educational and work opportunities. The objective is to analyze the meaning of life, motivations and decision-making in women deprived of liberty during this phase. This research follows a quantitative and descriptive approach, aimed at collecting information and describing the phenomenon. The main results of the research show that despite being deprived of liberty in the San Sebastián Mujeres penitentiary center, the majority of women show a stable sense of life, addressing problems independently and seeking autonomy. Likewise, they highlight the importance of family, study and work to return to goals. A duality is also observed in the affective and cognitive responses, highlighting the connection with the family as crucial; the willingness to change at a behavioral level and the need to establish meaningful goals
La disciplina de trabajo social y su intervención en la violencia de genero
Authors: Torrez Luizaga Marilia Rosario
Published: June 2024

Social work is an academic and professional discipline committed to promoting social change, social justice, and the well-being of people and communities through social intervention and strengthening support networks. In this sense, the objective of this research was to provide a deep and exhaustive vision of the discipline of social work and its fundamental role in intervention against gender violence. To achieve this, a qualitative approach was used through documentary research. The results obtained highlight the importance of the social worker as a mediator in situations of gender violence. It is evident that their intervention is crucial to provide support, advice and resources to affected people, as well as to promote awareness and sensitization about this problem in society. The research concludes that although the challenges in this intervention are significant, they are not unattainable. In fact, it is in this context that social work demonstrates its real and significant potential to generate positive and lasting change in the eradication of gender violence.
Biomechanical comparison of sagittal vertebral column bend change induced by backpacks in school-aged children and adolescents: Systematic review and network meta-analysis
Authors: Ji Mengchen , Xu Datao , Teo Ee-Chon , Baker Julien S. , Li Jiao , Gu Yaodong
Published: June 2024

Background: Studies have investigated the effects of backpacks and their loadings on the physiological spinal curvature changes in school-aged children and adolescents across different anatomical planes of motion. However, the dose-response relationship between varying backpack weights and changes in spinal physiological curvature remains unclear due to the uniformity of study protocols. Objective: The purpose of this systematic review is to explore the sagittal vertebral column bend change induced by backpacks in school-aged children and adolescents. Methods: Three relevant authoritative databases (PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Science) were searched. Indicators of vertebral column bend in the sagittal plane were selected as the outcomes. In the data organization phase, the extracted data were standardized and pooled together by the Aggregate Data Drug Information System. The Cochrane Risk of Bias Assessment Tool and the website of Confidence in Network Meta-Analysis were used to evaluate the risk of bias and confidence ratings of results. Results: 4 trials were included within 244 potential studies. The results indicated a potential dose-effect relationship between backpack weight and sagittal vertebral column bend change. The findings suggested a possible dose-response relationship between backpack weight and sagittal vertebral column bend change, as evidenced by a sequential reduction in the likelihood of causing the most negative effect on sagittal vertebral column bend in 4 backpack scenarios: without backpack, <10%, 10–20%, and >20% of body weight, with probabilities of 0.61, 0.25, 0.13, and 0.01, respectively. The results also indicated that there were no significant differences in the effects on the sagittal vertebral column bend between the four backpack scenarios, in pairwise comparisons. Additionally, the results from the risk of bias assessment revealed that this review suffers from a lack of inclusion of high-quality studies. Moreover, the confidence rating indicated that both direct and indirect comparisons in the network meta-analysis were rated as “Very Low” in confidence rating induced by CINeMA. Conclusion: This review suggests a potential dose-effect relationship between backpack weight and sagittal vertebral column bend, with no significant differences across each head-to-head comparison.