bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Effectiveness of Mindfulness Yoga and Progressive Resistance Exercises on Anxiety and Depression among Parkinson’s Disease
Authors: Gayathri. S  , Kumaresan. A  , Prathap Suganthira Babu  , Vignesh Srinivasan  , Surya Vishnuram  , Priyadharshini K  , Jagatheesan Alagesan
Published: January 2024

Background: This study was designed to inspect the effectiveness of Mindfulness Yoga and Progressive resistanceexercise on anxiety and depression among Parkinson’s disease.Purpose: To compare the effectiveness of Mindfulness Yoga and Progressive resistance exercise on anxiety anddepression among Parkinson’s diseaseMaterials and Methods: The study was conducted with a sample size of 28 participants . The subjects were selectedfrom Sri Saga Physiotherapy Centre, according to inclusion and exclusion criteria. Patients were completelyexplained about the safety and simplicity of the procedure and informed consent were obtained from the patient.For all the subjects Pre-test outcome measure were assessed using Hamilton anxiety and Hamilton depressionscale. The subjects was divided into two groups based on concealed envelope method .Group A were givenmindfulness yoga for 4 weeks of duration of 30 mins and Group-B were given Progressive resistance exercise for4 weeks (10 reps*3 sets where 10RM=1kg) .At the end of 4th week post outcome measures were analyzed usingHamilton anxiety and Hamilton depression scale and statistically tabulated.Result: Statistical analysis of Hamilton anxiety and Hamilton depression scale examination post-test valuesrevealed the constantly significant differences, with P value of < 0.0001.Conclusion: Mindfulness yoga was found to be more effective than progressive resistance exercise in reducinganxiety and depression symptoms among Parkinson’s patients.
Effectiveness of Percutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation Versus Conventional Therapy in Adults with Plantar Fasciitis
Authors: Titus J  , Kamalakannan M  , Anitha A  , Ramana K
Published: January 2024

Background: Plantar Fasciitis is a degenerative condition of the heel. Percutaneous electrical nerve stimulationand conventional therapy was used as intervention treatment for heel pain.Purpose: The Purpose of this was to compare the efficacy of Pens and Conventional therapy in management ofplantar fasciitis.Materials and Methods: The experimental and control groups included 30 young males and females who wererandomly assigned to each group. The experimental group patients underwent Pens and conventional groupunderwent ultrasound treatment, plantar stretch, and exercise. Before and after four -week sessions of therapyeach participant was asked to score their morning pace using a numerical rating scale and functional foot indexas outcome measures.Result: The experimental group showed a substantial difference compared to the conventional group (p <0.0001),indicating a statistically significant outcome. When comparing both groups there was a statistically significantdifference after intervention.Conclusion: Patients treated for heel pain reacted well to the conventional strategy used in this study, but Pensfollowed by active stretching dramatically reduced pain severity and improved the quality of foot function.
Effectiveness of Climbing UP and Down Stairs Exercise on Frailty among Geriatric Population: Quasi Experimental Study
Authors: Goushick  , Kumaresan  , Prathap Suganthirababu  , Vignesh Srinivasan  , Surya Vishnuram  , Priyadharshini  , Jagatheesan Alagesan  , T. Kishore Jebasingh
Published: January 2024

Background: This study was developed to determine the effectiveness of climbing up and down exercise on frailtyamong geriatric population.Purpose: To find the effectiveness of climbing up and down stairs exercise on frailty among geriatric population.Materials and Methods: This research is the Quasi experimental study. The subjects were collected from JeevanJothi Home for Aged and Destitute, Kanyakumari.There are 54 subjects were selected based on inclusion andexclusion criteria. All the subjects were assessed with Edmonton frail scale as pre test and the same test wasperformed for post test at the end of 4 weeks from May 2023 to July 2023. 5 days per week 11 steps* 3 repetition* 3sets. Each set 5 min rest is given. Pre test and post test values were calculated and tabulated.Results: The collected data was statistically analyzed using the paired t-test. Statistical analysis of Edmonton frailscale examination post value revealed the constantly significant differences, with the p value of <0.0001.Conclusion: According to the study, climbing up and down exercise is effective for reducing frailty amonggeriatric population.
Effect of Task Oriented Exercise with Wrist Flexibility Training among Badminton Players to Improve Wrist Mobility and to Prevent Wrist Injury: Comparative Study
Authors: Rubika. R.S  , Saravan Kumar. J  , Rekha. K
Published: January 2024

Background: This study was conducted explicitly on the efficacy of task-oriented exercises paired with wristflexibility training on enhancing wrist mobility and reducing wrist injuries in badminton players.Purpose: The purpose of this study was to see how a structured intervention integrating task- oriented exercisesand wrist flexibility training benefited wrist mobility and injury prevention in badminton players.Materials and Methods: A randomized controlled trial design was used, with a sample of 70 intermediate- levelbadminton players participating. The participants were split into two groups: conventional and intervention. Theintervention group participated in a four-week programme that included task-oriented workouts with badmintonmovements and targeted wrist flexibility training. The typical group continued with their regular training schedule,with no wrist mobility modification. Validated metrics - ROM and Quick DASH score - were used to assess wristmobility and function.(Study period : September 2022-May 2023)Result: Preliminary research found that the intervention group had significantly better wrist mobility than thecontrol group. They also demonstrated enhanced ROM, flexibility, and functional performance of the wrist joint,as well as a significant decrease in wrist injury occurrence.Conclusion: These data indicate that combining task-oriented exercises with wrist flexibility training in badmintonplayers can successfully improve wrist mobility and lower the incidence of wrist injuries.
Comparing the Effects of Hypopressive “Exercise”and Kegels Exercise for Pelvic Organ Prolapse among “Patients with” Spontaneous Vaginal Delivery
Authors: Sreevinishaa  , Muthukumaran Jothilingam  , Buvanesh  , Gok Kandasamy
Published: January 2024

Background: This study was designed to inspect the effectiveness of Hypopressive exercise and Kegels exercisefor pelvic organ prolapse among patients with spontaneous vaginal delivery. Pelvic organ prolapse is when one ormore organs of the pelvis slip down from their normal position and bulge into vagina. Hypopressive exercises helpto rectify the prolapse and minimizes its severity. Kegels exercises are usually done for pelvic floor muscle training.Purpose: To compare the effectiveness of Hypopressive and Kegels exercise for pelvic organ prolapse amongspontaneous vaginal delivery.Materials and Methods: Total of 42 participants were selected from C3 Care Cure Comfort clinic according toinclusion and exclusion criteria, and the participants were explained about the treatment and written consentwere obtained. The subjects underwent study for a time period of 4 months from April 2023-July 2023 and resultswere obtained. The participating subjects were randomly allocated into two groups, Hypopressive exercise group“and” Kegels exercise group. All the subjects underwent pre-test measurement with modified oxford scale andpelvic floor impact questionnaire at the beginning of the treatment.Results: statistical analysis of data showed significant differences not only in the Hypopressive group but also inthe Kegels exercise group. The Hypopressive group was significantly higher than Kegels exercise group, with a pvalue of <0.0001.Conclusion: Hypopressive exercise is more effective than Kegels exercise for pelvic organ prolapse amongspontaneous vaginal delivery. The study was done for a short period of time with a small group of people.
Effectiveness of Low Level Laser Therapy and Low Intensity Pulsed Ultrasound on Neurotrophic Factors in Experimentally Induced Peripheral Nerve Injury Wistar Rat: A Systematic Review
Authors: SathyaSiva  , Ramana. K  , Prathap Suganthirababu  , Lavanya Prathap  , Mydhili Govindarasu  , Kumaresan. A  , Vignesh Srinivasan
Published: January 2024

Background: Peripheral nerve injury is developed from the various etiological factors such as crushing,traction,longbone fracture ,cutting injury,entrapment neuropathies ,infection, inflammation and various degree of tumours.LIPUS and LLLT has a variety of biological impacts on tissues, including increasing bone fracture repair,accelerating soft-tissue regeneration, and suppressing inflammatory reactions.Purpose: The main purpose of this research is to determine the efficacy of LLLT and LIPUS in relation toneurotrophic factors in experimentally induced peripheral nerve damage .Materials and Methods: A systematic review was done to investigate the effectiveness of LLLT and LIPU inexperimental induced rat model. Articles are systematically searched in search engines PubMed,MEDLINE andGoogle Scholar database according to inclusion and exclusion criteria.Results: Out of the four review articles that are eligible, three support low intensity pulse ultrasound therapy’spotential to promote nerve regeneration, while one article supports low level laser therapy’s enhance nerveregeneration.Conclusion: The study conclude that LIPU has huge supporting evidence on nerve regeneration influencingthe neurotrophic factors and LLLT has least supporting evidence on influencing the neurotropic factors onexperimental induced rat model. Advance research need to carried out in vivo animal model to evaluate theeffectiveness of both the LLLT and LIPU in experimentally induced rat model at proven dosages.
A Study on the Effectiveness of Task Oriented Strength Training to Enhance Upper Limb Motor Function in Children with Cerebral Palsy
Authors: Madeshwaran S  , Senthil kumar N
Published: January 2024

Background: A wide variety of static, non-progressive motor impairments, such as cerebral palsy, can developfrom birth or infancy as a result of damage to the central nervous system’s neuromotor components. Regulatingmotor activity frequently requires communication between the cerebral cortex, thalamus, basal ganglia, brain stem,Cerebellum, spinal cord, and linking sensory-motor pathways. Task-oriented training is utilized as a rehabilitationtechnique to hone motor skills and as a programme to enhance muscular function or strength. Objective of thisstudy is to compare the effectiveness of Conventional therapy and task-oriented strength training in children withcerebral palsy.Purpose: To compare the effectiveness of conventional therapy and task-oriented strength training in childrenwith cerebral palsy.Materials and Methods: A total of 48 subjects were included into the study based on the selection criteria andinformed consent was obtained from the parents of the children. Group A (n=24) will be treated with Conventionalshoulder exercises while Group B (n=24) will be treated with task-oriented strength training with weights. Outcomemeasures include Shoulder ROM and GMFCS Scale. Results should be tabulated and statistically analyzed. Bothtraining programs will be given for 4 weeks, weekly 5 days from November 2022 to April 2023.Result: Statistical analysis made with quantitative data revealed statistically significant differences between groupA and group B. The test shows that subjects who received task oriented strength training have better effects inimproving the motor function of children with Cerebral Palsy.
Effectiveness of Pnf Stretching in Hamstring Tightness Population Having Low Back Pain
Authors: Naveen Kumar P  , Senthil Kumar S  , Prathap Suganthirababu  , Jagatheesan Alagesan
Published: January 2024

Background: One of the possible contributing factors of low back ache by hamstring stiffness on the ischialtuberosity. Movement restrictions or postural asymmetry lead to compensatory movement patterns of the lumbarspine, and subsequently increases stress on the spinal soft tissues and risk of low back pain (LBP), stretching andloosening the hamstring muscles can help relieve sciatic nerve root pressure and reduce the lower back pain.Purpose: The aim of the study to determine effectiveness of PNF stretching in hamstring tightness populationhaving low back pain.Materials and Methods: Subjects who are willing to participate are separated into two groups and receivedtreatment six times/week for two weeks in RENU’S Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation Centre , PNF stretching withhamstring strengthening exercise and conventional method of stretching with hamstring strengthening exercise,and informed about the study and signed consent were obtained.Results: The PNF stretching group exhibited a substantial improvement in the pre-test and post-test, suggestingthat the PNF stretching for hamstring tightness for low back pain.Conclusion: According to the findings, PNF stretching technique has shown high significance in reducinghamstring tightness and reduced low back pain compared to conventional method of stretching and allowingparticipants with LBP to recover faster.
The Role of Modern Cardiac-Specific Biomarkers in Assessing the Risk of Developing Complications of Cardiovascular Diseases During Surgical Operations Not Related to Cardiac Intervention
Authors: Alimova E. R. , Gilyarevsky S. R. , Eruslanova K. A. , Kotovskaya Yu. V.
Published: January 2024

Despite significant tactic’s improvements of perioperative management of patients undergoing non-cardiac surgery, there is still a high incidence of postoperative complications. So more accurate risk stratification is necessary before surgery in order to possibly reduce such risk. In addition to assessing the risk associated with surgery, the risk associated with the patient, which may be due to the presence of certain diseases, primarily cardiovascular, is also assessed. There are currently evidences of the validity of determining the level of biomarkers in the blood in certain groups of patients during operations not related to cardiac intervention, which makes it possible to clarify the scope of necessary diagnostic interventions in preparation for surgery, as well as to diagnose complications of heart disease in the postoperative period.
Uroselective α1A-Adrenoceptor Antagonist Tamsulosin in Treatment Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms in Men with Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
Authors: Krivoborodov G. G. , Efremov N. S. , Shirin D. A. , Gontar A. A. , Tkacheva O. N.
Published: January 2024

Lower urinary tract symptoms suggestive of benign prostatic hyperplasia (LUTS/BPH) is a common condition in older man. Uroselective a1a-adrenoceptor (AR) antagonists tamsulosin and tamsulosin modified release (OCAS) are the most frequently prescribed medications for the men with LUTS due to BPH. Both tamsulosin and tamsulosin OCAS improve the patients disease-specific quality of life, reduce IPSS by approximately 30–40% and increase Qmax by approximately 20– 25%. The high selectivity of tamsulosin to α1А-adrenoceptor and slow release system OCAS provide a minimal vasodilating effect and correspondingly low risks of falls. These benefits are important in the treatment of LUTS in older men.
Specialty Preferences and Influential Factors among Medical Students in Sudan2021-2022
Authors: Hussein Mustafa Hussein Ibrahim , Breima Mashair Mahdi Koko , Hamid Mohammed Alamin , Omer Aisha Ibrahim Ahmed
Published: January 2024

A country's healthcare system is strongly influenced by the career choices and specializations of its physicians. This is even more important in many sub-Saharan African countries, where there are acute and chronic shortages of medical professionals. This study aims to discern the predilections of final medical students regarding career specialization and the underlying factors that contribute to these preferences. A descriptive cross-sectional study was carried out between November 2021 and May 2022. The study included 218 participants, drawn from Alzaiem Alazhari University, National Ribat University, and National University.In terms of specialty preferences, it is observed that female participants exhibit a preference for obstetrics, while their male counterparts demonstrate a higher inclination towards surgery. Specifically, 20.6% of female participants chose obstetrics and gynecology compared to 6.5% of males. Conversely, 26.1% of males and 16% of all females opted for surgery as their primary choice. In the domain of internal medicine, 15.9% of females and 21.7% of males expressed interest. Pediatrics garnered the attention of 13% of female participants, while only 2.2% of males favored this option. Statistically significant factors influencing the selection of surgery and other specialties include Appraisal of own skills and aptitude" (P-value=0.019) and "Desire to provide community service" (P-value=0.0), which also pertains to internal medicine. For those opting for obstetrics and gynecology, the reasons included "Appraisal of own skills and aptitude" (P-value=0.019) and "Acceptable hours of practice" (P-value=0.971). Pediatrics was predominantly chosen based on "Appraisal of own skills and aptitude" (P-value=0.019).Evident gender disparities are observed in specialty preferences, with males showing a pronounced inclination towards surgical and internal medicine fields. While females also express interest, the percentage is notably higher among males in comparison to the total participants of each gender. The primary reasons for selecting specific specialties are rooted in "Appraisal of own skills and aptitude" and the appeal of "Acceptable hours of practice." Furthermore, an urban practice setting is favored over a rural one.
Pengembangan Kemandirian Anak Usia Dini melalui Kegiatan Toilet Training di Kelompok Bermain Alkahfi Islamic School
Authors: Laxmi Misbah
Published: January 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk meningkatkan kemandirian anak Usia Dini melalui kebiasaan Toilet Training di KB AlKahfi Islamic School. Metode yang digunakan pada penelitian ini adalah Penelitian Tindakan (action Research) yang terdiri dari: Perencanaan, Pelaksanaan, Pengamatan, dan Refleksi. Berdasarkan hasil penelitian tindakan bahwa Pelaksanaan kegiatan Toilet Training dapat mengembangkan kemandirian dan melatih kontrol diri pada anak KB AlKahfi Islamic School. Selanjutnya peneliti merekomendasikan: (1) Lembaga hendaknya menyediakan Toilet yang dapat digunakan anak usia KB bukan Toilet umum agar mudah di jangkau anak/tidak tinggi . (2) Hendaknya pendidik melakukan pencatatan waktu BAB atau BAK sehingga pendidik bisa mengetahui pola waktu anak BAB atau BAK. Kegiatan toilet training juga dpat mengembangkan aspek perkembangna lainnya yang dimiliki oleh anak hanya saja memerlukan latihan dan bimbingan untuk pencapaian hasil yang maksimal.
Meningkatkan Kemampuan Motorik Halus Anak melalui Kegiatan Kolase
Authors: Nengsih Maria
Published: January 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mendeskripsikan melalui kegiatan kolase dengan menggunakan media bahan alam untuk meningkatkan kemampuan motorik halus Anak Usia Dini. Penelitian ini merupakan Penelitian Tindakan Kelas (PTK), dengan subjek penelitian anak TK Pembinaan Pangkalpinang Tahun ajaran 2021/2022 pada kelompok B berjumlah 15 anak. Pada pelaksanaan penelitian ini dilakukan dalam 3 siklus dimana setiap siklus terdapat 4 tahapan terdiri dari (1) Perencanaan (2) pelaksanaan tindakan (3) observasi (4) Refleksi. Pengumpulan data menggunakan teknik observasi dan diolah melalui persentase ketuntasan atau keberhasilan belajar secara kelompok. Dengan demikian berdasarkan analisis hasil dan pembahasan dapat disimpulkan penerapan kegiatan kolase dengan media bahan alam dapat meningkatkan kemampuan motorik halus anak di TK Pembinaan Pangkalpinang, dengan pencapaian ketuntasan atau keberhasilan belajar mencapai 85%.
Практикум эффективного общения
Authors: Pisarevskaya N. S.
Published: January 2024

Учебное пособие подготовлено в соответствии с требованиями Федерального государственного образовательного стандарта высшего образования по направлению 42.03.01 «Реклама и связи с общественностью» по обязательной части учебного плана ОПОП. В пособии рассматриваются темы, охватывающие различные аспекты коммуникации, такие как вербальное и невербальное общение, активное слушание, деловое общение, осуществление переговорного процесса, манипулятивные технологии в общении и т. д. Каждая тема сопровождается практическими заданиями, которые помогут читателю развить свое мастерство общения. Данное пособие поможет студентам, профессионалам и всем, кто осознает важность качественного общения, оптимизировать коммуникационные навыки и достичь успеха в различных сферах жизни.
Međudržavno posvojenje u Republici Hrvatskoj kroz prizmu slučaja posvojenja djece iz DR Konga
Authors:   Pravni fakultet Sveučilišta Josipa Jurja Strossmayera u Osijeku, Osijek, Hrvatska, Guštin Matko , Rešetar Branka ,   Pravni fakultet Sveučilišta Josipa Jurja Strossmayera u Osijeku, Osijek, Hrvatska
Published: January 2024

Intercountry and interracial adoptions are forms of international adoption that imply the difference between adopter and adoptee in geographical, racial, and ethnic terms, which makes the adoption process very complex. The recent case of intercountry adoption of children from DR Congo by Croatian citizens confirmed the globally recognized controversy, questionability, and complexity of the intercountry adoption process. The key or additional problem in this case of intercountry adoption is the fact that DR Congo is not a party to the 1993 Convention on the Protection of Children and Co-operation in Respect of Intercountry Adoption. The case of intercountry adoption of children from DR Congo encouraged the authors to research and analyze international and national regulations and practices relevant to intercountry adoption. In this paper, the authors specifically analyze open issues related to intercountry adoptions in Croatian legislation, more precisely the recognition of foreign court decisions on adoption, minimum standards related to the establishment and recognition of intercountry adoptions, the possibility of termination of adoption, the citizenship status of adopted children, and the children's right to access information about adoption. In conclusion, the authors propose de lege ferenda solutions for the future regulation of intercountry adoptions.
Analiza pravnog uređenja audiovizualnih medijskih usluga nakon stupanja na snagu Direktive (EU) 2018/1808
Authors:   Pravni fakultet Sveučilišta u Zagrebu, Zagreb, Hrvatska, Lisičar Hrvoje
Published: January 2024

The paper analyses the provisions of Directive (EU) 2018/1808, which amends and supplements the Directive on Audiovisual Media Services 2010/13/EU. In the analysis of the new legal regulation of audiovisual media services by Directive (EU) 2018/1808, the author compares the de lege lata provisions and gives de lege ferenda proposals for the new legal regulation of electronic media in the Republic of Croatia. The paper analyses the new provisions that regulate the principle of the country of origin of audiovisual services, the novelties brought by the legal regulation of video sharing platforms as a new form of audiovisual media services, better protection of minors from harmful content in audiovisual media services, new provisions related to enhanced protection from program content that incites hatred, violence, and public incitement to terrorist acts. Furthermore, the paper deals with provisions that increase the requirements regarding the share of European works in programmes and provisions that regulate the quantity and quality of audiovisual commercial communications in traditional audiovisual media services. Along with the analysis of the new provisions of Directive (EU) 2018/1808, the relevant practice of courts and national regulatory authorities are also discussed. Finally, the author deals with the strengthening of the role of independent regulators and makes de lege ferenda proposals for the legal regulation of electronic media and audiovisual media services after the transposition of Directive 2018/1808 into the Croatian legislation.
A Girardian Genre: The Scapegoat Mechanism in Detective Fiction
Authors: Mirasol Audrey Rose G.
Published: January 2024

In this essay I offer an alternative to the rationalist-scientific distillation of detective fiction by using René Girard’s ideas on the scapegoat mechanism. I explain how the genre is teleologically oriented towards the identification and expulsion of the scapegoat, whom the community believes to be truly guilty and whose removal is regarded as necessary to the restoration of communal peace. The detective here functions as a modern high priest who uses reason and science not as an end in itself but as a means to select a fitting scapegoat, one whose guilt is empirically demonstrable. Next, I use Girard’s remarks on society’s growing sensitivity to various forms of victimization to explain detective fiction’s movement towards more liberal views on crime. The genre has often been criticized for its conservative assumption that crime is rooted in personal moral agency; now, there is a preponderance of detective stories that portray crime as a necessary reaction to unjust social systems, or as mitigated by a psychological condition. In illustrating this section, I present a close reading of F. H. Batacan’s Smaller and Smaller Circles, a Philippine detective novel that features a serial killer who was also a victim of social injustice. In conclusion, I look at how the readers of the genre vicariously enact the scapegoat mechanism. I argue that while it is commendable for society to move towards a more nuanced and compassionate view of criminality, given the ever-present urge to engage in scapegoating in the real world, it is crucial to retain a means by which we could sublimate this urge: through ritual that is the reading of detective fiction.
Evaluation of the Relationship Between Papillary Thyroid Cancer and Radiation Exposure
Authors: GEZER Deniz , ECİN Seval Müzeyyen
Published: January 2024

Introduction: It has been identified ionizing radiation as the definitive cause of cancer in humans. One third of the tumors that develop after radiation exposure are malignant, with papillary thyroid cancer (PTC) being the most common cancer type. This study aimed to investigate the relationship between total radiation dose (TRD) received during imaging tests and thyroid cancer occurrence in patients diagnosed with PTC.

Material and Method: The study was designed to retrospectively review the data of adult patients aged ≥ 18 years who were diagnosed with PTC between 2005 and 2022. Patients diagnosed with a condition other than PTC were excluded from the study

Result: 307 patients with papillary thyroid cancer were 256 (83.4%) women, with a mean age of 44.7 ± 13.5 years. A statistically significant relationship was observed between TRD and multifocality (p = 0.02). Tumor size (r = 0,2, p = 0.07) weakly correlated with TRD. And TRD (OR: 0.9, 95% CI: 1.0-1.1, p: 0.006) according to multifocalty were found to be significant.

Discussion: This study found an association between TRD taken during imaging tests and multifocality. As a result, the authors aimed to remind clinicians that the disease may progress more aggressively and that thyroid cancer may develop in patients exposed to radiation as a result of excessive imaging tests
Use of nicotine products and awareness among young generation in university
Authors: HAYAT Ahsan , FAROOQ LATİF Talha , WALEED KHAN Saarim , HUSEEİN Shafqat , MUNİR Hannan , NASEEM Dr Sajida
Published: January 2024

Background With the increasing prevalence of the use of nicotine products in educational institutions by the young generation, this research investigates the prevalence and awareness of nicotine products at Shifa Tameer-e-Millat University in Islamabad, Pakistan. It explores demographics, consumption patterns, and perceptions related to nicotine products.

Methods This study was conducted at Shifa Tameer-e-Millat University, Islamabad, from March 2022 to August 2023. Individuals aged 18 or older of both genders, including students from the university and Shifa Medical College, as well as healthcare employees and teachers who had consented to participate and had a history of nicotine product usage, were included.

Results The sample size was 320, with most being students (83.0%) with a mean age of 22.31 years, predominantly using cigarettes (57.5%), followed by e-cigarettes (23.4%). Participants reported exposure mainly to university (41%) and college (37%). Usage frequency varied, with 34.7% using nicotine products once daily, 32.5% 2-3 times daily, 20.6% 4-6 times daily, and 12.2% more than seven times daily. Peer pressure had a moderate influence (mean rating of 5.96), and a significant association was found between gender and nicotine product usage (p=0.003). Preferences favoured modern nicotine products (n: 233) over conventional ones (n: 87), but no linear trend was observed. Health impact perception was linked to willingness to quit; 167 believed their health was affected and were willing to quit, while 48 hesitated, and 79 were indecisive (p=0.009), with a linear trend (p
ANALISIS MINAT MEMBACA SISWA PADA MATA PELAJARAN TEMATIK BAHASA INDONESIA DI KELAS III
Authors: Ningsih Tia Mariani , Peterianus Septian , Khoiri Ahmad
Published: January 2024

Penelitian ini didasari minat membaca siswa kelas III SD Negeri Kelakik pada mata pelajaran tematik bahasa Indonesia. Tujuan penelitian mengetahui minat membaca, faktor pendukung minat membaca dan upaya guru menumbuhkan minat membaca siswa. Metode penelitian menggunakan kualitatif dengan pendekatan deskriptif. Subjek penelitian guru kelas III dan siswa kelas III. Objek penelitian minat membaca siswa pada pembelajaran tematik mata pelajaran bahasa Indonesia. Teknik pengumpulan data menggunakan wawancara dan dokumentasi. Instrumen penelitian menggunakan lembar wawancara. Hasil penelitian diperoleh minat membaca siswa kelas III SD Negeri 28 Kelakik sangat baik dimana siswa senang membaca. Kegemaran membaca siswa kelas III diperoleh melalui pembiasaan dan latihan yang dilakukan guru dalam membudayakan membaca diawal pembelajaran sehingga siswa menjadi terbiasa dan berminat untuk membaca. Faktor yang mempengaruhi minat baca siswa yaitu perasaan senang terhadap membaca membuat siswa merasa tertarik dan akhirnya muncul keinginan membaca buku. Perhatian dan kesadaran dari diri siswa dalam aktivitas membaca mampu mengontrol kestabilan emosionalnya sehingga lebih mudah dan tepat dalam membaca. Motivasi seperti ajakan dari guru dalam membiasakan membaca membuat siswa menjadi tertarik dan gemar membaca buku. Guru mampu menjadi kreator, fasilitator dan mengevaluasi dalam meningkatkan minat baca siswa. Lingkungan literasi di kelas mempengaruhi perkembangan minat siswa dalam membaca. Fasilitas membaca sangat mendorong siswa untuk membaca seperti buku bacaan, perpustakaan, tempat membaca. Strategi yang dilakukan guru adalah membiasakan siswa membaca buku, mengajak siswa membaca buku di perpustakaan dan memberikan motivasi untuk membaca buku sehingga siswa menjadi senang dan gemar membaca.
PERAN GURU DALAM MENINGKATKAN KEMAMPUAN MENYIMAK SISWA KELAS III SD NEGERI 09 TANJUNG LAY
Authors: Nirmala Dina , Wibowo Deki , Akbar Khairil
Published: January 2024

Tujuan  Penelitian Ini adalah peran guru dalam meningkatkan kemampuan menyimak siswa Kelas III Sekolah Dasar Negeri 09 Tanjung Lay.Penelitian ini menggunakan metode kualitatif dan pendekatan studi kasus, Penelitian ini  dilaksanakan pada semester genap tahun ajaran 2020/2021 di Sekolah Dasar Negeri 09 Tanjung Lay. Teknik penentuan subjek dalam penelitian ini menggunakan purposive sampling. Subjek dalam penelitian ini adalah guru kelas, kepala sekolah dan siswa/siswi kelas III Sekolah Dasar Negeri 09 Tanjung Lay sebagai subjek penelitian. Teknik pengumpulan data pada penetitian ini ada empat yaitu: observasi, wawancara, studi dokumentasi dan studi literatur. Peneliti menggunakan instrumen atau alat pengumpulan data berupa lembar wawancara dan lembar observasi. Sumber data yaitu menggunakan data primer dan data sekunder. Analisis data dengan Pengumpulan Data (Data Collection), Reduksi Data (Data Reduction), Penyajian Data (Data Display), Conclusion Drawing / Verifikasi. Sedangkan pengujian keabsahan data menggunakan uji kredibilitas (credibility) dan (reliability). Peran guru dalam proses pembelajaran yaitu guru sebagai korektor, informator, organisator, motivator, fasilitator dan mediator.
ANALISIS TINGKAT KEDISPILINAN SISWA DALAM PROSES PEMBELAJARAN BAHASA INDONESIA PADA SISWA KELAS III SEKOLAH DASAR NEGERI 14 KELAKIK
Authors: Novia Novia , Nugraha Asep Eka , Permatasari Rindah
Published: January 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui serta mendeskripsikan tingkat kedisiplinan siswa dalam proses pembelajaran Bahasa Indonesia dikelas III di SD Negeri 14 Kelakik. Metode yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah metode kualitatif deskriptif. Penelitian ini bertempatan di SDN 14 Kelakik yang dilaksanakan selama 3 bulan. Subjek penelitian ini yaitu siswa, guru wali kelas, kepala sekolah dan objek penelitian ini tingkat kedisiplinan siswa. Insrumen penelitian yang digunakan yaitu lembar observasi,lembar wawancara, dan dokumentasi. teknik pengumpulan data menggunakan teknik non tes .Analisis data menggunakan reduksi data, penyajian data dan menarik kesimpulan.  keabsahan data di uji triangulasi sumber, teknik, dan waktu. Hasil Penelitian menunjukan bahwa tingkat kedisiplinan siswa pada saat  proses pembelajaran menunjukan bahwa(1)Tingkat kedisiplinan siswa diawal kegiatan pembelajaran bahwa masih terdapat siswa  kurang  disiplin  waktu  terkadang siswa masih ada yang melanggar tata tertib pada  saat didalam kelas maupun dilingkungan sekolah.(2)Tingkat kedisiplinan siswa dikegiatan inti pembelajaran  bahwa siswa masih kurang memperhatikan guru ketika pada saat proses belajar mengajar didalam kelas ini  disebabkan  karena siswa suka berbicara antar temanya(3)Tingkat kedisiplinan siswa  dikegiatan akhir pembelajaran bahwa siswa selalu disiplin waktu selain itu jika  siswa diberikan tugas oleh guru disekolah selalu tepat waktu dalam mengumpulkanya tugas sekolah(4)Tingkat kedisiplinan siswa dikegiatan penilaian pembelajaran bahwa siswa  tidak pernah menyuruh kepada  temannya dalam mengerjakan  tugas. kesimpulan penelitian ini adalah tingkat kedisiplinan siswa pada saat proses pembelajaran Bahasa Indonesia  masih mengikuti tata tertib kelas dalam pembelajaran sebagai upaya untuk mencapai tujuan pembelajaran
ANALISIS STRATEGI GURU DALAM MEMBELAJARKAN SISWA BERHITUNG DI KELAS I SEKOLAH DASAR
Authors: Bella Sinta , Ason Ason , Lestari Novika
Published: January 2024

Penelitian dilatar belakangi kesulitan siswa kelas 1 Sekolah Dasar dalam pembelajaran berhitung. Penelitian bertujuan mengetahui strategi guru dalam membelajarkan siswa berhitung di kelas 1 SD Negeri 17 Labai. Metode penelitian menggunakan penelitian kualitatif dengan pendekatan studi kasus. Subjek dalam penelitian yaitu guru kelas sekolah dasar. Objek penelitian ini stategi guru dalam membelajarkan siswa berhitung di kelas 1. Teknik pengumpulan data menggunakan observasi, wawancara dan dokumentasi. Keabasahan data menggunakan triangulasi teknik. Hasil penelitian diperoleh bahwa stategi guru dalam membelajarkan siswa berhitung di kelas 1 SD Negeri 17 Labai adalah strategi pembelajaran langsung yaitu guru menggunakan strategi dengan membantu siswa mempelajari keterampilan dasar dan memperoleh pengetahuan langkah demi langkah. Strategi pembelajaran individual yaitu guru mengelola kegiatan belajar mengajar dalam kelompok siswa yang besar dengan mengatur sedemikian rupa sehingga siswa memperoleh perhatian lebih banyak. Strategi belajar kelompok yaitu guru menyajikan bahan pelajaran dengan cara siswa membahas pelajaran secara berkelompok, bertukar pendapat mengenai topik/masalah untuk memperoleh suatu kesimpulan. Strategi pembelajaran deduktif yaitu guru melakukan pembelajaran dengan mempelajari konsep-konsep, kemudian mencari kesimpulan dan ilustrasi dari yang abstrak menuju yang kongkret. Kesimpulan penelitian ini guru membelajarkan siswa kelas 1 berhitung menggunakan strategi pembelajaran langsung, pembelajaran individual, pembelajaran kelompok dan pembelajaran deduktif.
ANALISIS CARA BELAJAR SISWA BERPRESTASI PADA MATA PELAJARAN MATEMATIKA DI SEKOLAH DASAR NEGERI 14 KELAKIK
Authors: Dandi Dandi , AKIP Akip , Ason Ason
Published: January 2024

Tujuan penelitian ini adalah mendeskripsikan dan mengetahui  cara belajar dan faktor-faktor yang mendukung pelaksanaan belajar siswa berprestasi pada mata pelajaran matematika di Sekolah Dasar Negeri 14 Kelakik. Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah metode kualitatif deskriptif. Tempat dan waktu penelitian di Sekolah Dasar Negeri 14 Kelakik yang dilaksanakan selama tiga bulan. Subjek penelitian ini terdiri dari 2 orang siswa berprestasi di kelas VI, 1 guru wali kelas, 1 guru mata pelajaran matematika dan 2 orang tua siswa dengan objek penelitian yaitu seluruh siswa kelas VI. Teknik pengumpulan data menggunakan wawancara dan dokumen. Instrumen penelitian ini yaitu lembar wawancara dan lembar dokumen. Teknik pengolahan data penelitian dengan menggunakan reduksi data, penyajian data dan menarik kesimpulan. Keabsahan data penelitian ini diuji dengan triangulasi sumber. Hasil penelitian ini adalah cara belajar dipengaruhi oleh rasa ingin tahu yang kuat pada diri siswa untuk berprestasi, guru menginginkan anak didiknya berprestasi dengan memberikan materi yang mudah, dan kedua orang tua menanamkan anaknya berprilaku baik, sopan dan berahlak mulia. Sementara itu, faktor-faktor yang mendukung siswa berprestasi adalah faktor hubungan keluarga, sikap dan kebiasaan belajar siswa yang memiliki rasa antusias yang tinggi serta didukung oleh guru yang terampil dalam membawa suasana belajar yang nyaman dengan model sederhana pada mata pelajaran matematika. Berdasarkan hasil penelitian tersebut, peneliti menarik kesimpulan bahwa siswa berprestasi memiliki cara belajar yang disesuaikan dengan materi yang ada dalam matematika yang dilakukan oleh dirinya, guru, dan orang tua. Kemudian faktor pelajaran matematika yang selama ini dianggap nyaman oleh siswa dan guru serta mendapat dukungan dari orang tua
Tráfico de Especies Silvestres en España: una exploración desde la criminología verde crítica no-especista
Authors: Pons-Hernández Mònica
Published: January 2024

El tráfico de especies afecta a la mayoría de las naciones del mundo ya sea a través de la oferta, el tránsito o la demanda de vida silvestre. Sin embargo, la investigación empírica sobre este delito en España es prácticamente inexistente. A través de un análisis de contenido de los datos disponibles en las notas de prensa de la Guardia Civil, en Wildlife Trade Portal y en documentos gubernamentales y no gubernamentales, artículos académicos y reportajes periodísticos, se explora el papel de España en este mercado ilegal. El estudio señala que España no solo tiene un papel fundamental en toda la cadena de suministro, sino que las especies son traficadas por una amplia variedad de motivos (desde el coleccionismo hasta los alimentos de lujo). En la discusión, este artículo visibiliza los daños que se genera a los animales no humanos. Ello ayuda a subrayar la necesidad de investigar el comercio de vida silvestre en España y en los demás países, tanto en su dimensión legal como ilegal.
Recolección ilegal de madera de secuoya en un parque estatal de California: análisis desde la perspectiva de los guiones delictivos
Authors: Pires Stephen F. , Marteache Nerea
Published: January 2024

Los estudios empíricos sobre la recolección ilegal de flora son escasos, y los pocos que existen tienden a centrarse en el estudio de la tala ilegal de árboles. El objetivo de este artículo es proporcionar un conocimiento más profundo acerca del problema del robo de madera en parquesprotegidos, así como identificar vías potenciales para la detección y prevención de este delito, utilizando el estudio de caso del robo de madera partida en el Humboldt Redwoods State Park (EE.UU.). Utilizamos el análisis de guiones delictivos para ofrecer una descripción detallada del proceso de comisión de este tipo de delitos. Nuestras fuentes de datos incluyen la recogida de información sobre cada delito, observaciones de campo y entrevistas informales con agentes forestales. Se identifican y presentan una serie de intervenciones.
The Effects of an Influenza Vaccine Education Bundle on Environmental Management Services Workers
Authors:   , Keister Michelle
Published: January 2024

Practice Problem: Environmental Management Service Workers have low vaccination rates. They work around a vulnerable patient population. PICOT: For Environmental Management Services (EMS) workers (P), does the use of an Influenza Vaccine Education Bundle (I) compared to the current practice (C) impact EMS worker influenza vaccine compliance (O) within a 10-week period (T)? Evidence: Using an educational vaccine bundle that increases access to the vaccine, provides education regarding the vaccine, and comes from a trusted source will increase flu vaccination rates among Environmental Management Services workers. Intervention: Implement a vaccine education bundle. Outcome: After implementation in 2023, vaccination rates went from nearly twenty percent in past two years to forty seven percent. Conclusion: Providing vaccine education, ease of access to the vaccine, and providing this all from a trusted source will increase the rates of flu vaccination among Environmental Management Service Workers.
The Impact of Money Politic in the Local Elections in Indonesia
Authors: Abdiellah Muhammad Asyraff , Muharram Dany Rahmat , Julianingsi Julianingsi
Published: January 2024

Indonesia is a state of law. In essence, everyone must follow the existing rules. It started off well small to large. Likewise, what is meant by the Indonesian state is a democratic country where the center of power is in the hands of the people. Elections are a form of progress to prioritize the community and create leaders with a high sense of unity and justice. Overall, elections are a sign of supreme power in the hands of the people. Through elections, the assertion of national power can be achieved with some of the powers and rights of the public over representatives of the government and parliament. But in fact, violations often occur both in the Pilkada process and in parliamentary elections. These violations included fraudulent campaign activities in the form of donations of money and goods to tempt the public to vote for a candidate during the election. In a democracy, the development of money politics slowly undermines the principle, because the people's voice can be redeemed with money.
Political Participation During Pandemic in the Local Election of Soppeng Regency, Indonesia
Authors: Rahma Andi Aswirathul , Taufik Ahmad , Hardi Rudi , Alim Irwan
Published: January 2024

This study aims to find out how the Political Participation of the Community in the Implementation of the 2020 Simultaneous Regional Elections in Soppeng Regency and also to find out the supporting and inhibiting factors of Community Political Participation in the Implementation of the 2020 Simultaneous Regional Elections. The type of research used is a qualitative research method and the type of research is descriptive. Data collection techniques using observation and interviews. The process of data analysis was carried out in several stages, namely checking all data, interview results, data reduction, presenting data and drawing conclusions. The results of the study show that the Political Participation of the Community in the Implementation of the 2020 Simultaneous Regional Head Elections in Soppeng Regency is influenced by several indicators, namely (1) Social and Economic Status. (2) Situation (3) Political awareness (4) Trust in the government. The supporting factor in public political participation is the political awareness of the community to choose its leader, while the inhibiting factors are bad weather, Covid-19, and the number of immigrants.
Discourse on Reporting Political Campaign Funds in Regional Head Elections in Indonesia
Authors: Djamal Samhi Muawan
Published: January 2024

In the regional head election discourse, reporting campaign funds is a central issue in realizing democratic practices that comply with the rules. This study aims to discuss the issue of reporting campaign funds in the implementation of regional head elections in Indonesia. Through a qualitative approach with descriptive narratives and the instruments used are interviews with informants who understand the issue of campaign finance reporting, especially in the 2020 regional head election. The use of the campaign finance information system application is considered effective in reporting campaign funds if it is judged by the ease of access, the usefulness of time, and disclosure of information in unraveling the chaotic reporting of campaign funds at every political stage. Although the issue of verification of report data is a concern that needs to be constantly criticized so that related parties can improve the quality of verification according to an open and sustainable procedure.
The Influence Of Prospective Political Marketing On The Political Behavior Of Voters In Simultaneous Village Head Elections in Kahu District, Indonesia
Authors: Ekapurnama Fifin , Hawing Hardianto , Hamrun Hamrun , Alim Irwan
Published: January 2024

The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of Political Marketing of Candidates on Voter Political Behavior in Simultaneous Village Head Elections in Kahu District, Bone Regency in 2021. Voting behavior is influenced by several factors, one of which is political marketing. Good and targeted political marketing can increase voting behavior. This study uses descriptive quantitative and associative research methods, using a questionnaire instrument. The technique of placing the sample in this study is random sampling. The target is the community/voters in Bonto Padang Village, Kahu District, Bone Regency with the number of samples used as many as 91 people. Data collection techniques used are observation, questionnaires and documentation. The data analysis technique used simple linear regression analysis. Validity data obtained through validity and reliability tests. The results of this study indicate that political marketing of candidates has an influence on the political behavior of voters in simultaneous village head elections in Kahu District, Bone Regency. Based on the output of the summary model, the results obtained are R of 0.541 from the large influence of the independent variable or political marketing (X) on the dependent variable or voting behavior (Y) which is also strengthened by the coefficient of determination (R Square) or the determinant coefficient of 0.293 which means 29,3%
Political Dominance of the Nobles in the Golkar Party of Bone Regency
Authors: Putra Muhammad Amril Pratama , Hartaman Nursaleh
Published: January 2024

The purpose of this research was to find out how the political dominance of the noble descendants in the Golkar party of Bone Regency. The research method used is qualitative with several research indicators processed through nvivo12 plus application. The results showed that the political dominance of noble descendants (Andi) on the Golkar party body has been going on for a long time, the existence of noble descendants is seen in the Chairman of DPD II Golkar Bone Regency occupied by noble descendants since 1971 - 2024. The dominance was born because the descendants of nobles had the good capacity and popularity in political contestation.  Golkar party in cadre recruitment is open to all circles and does not distinguish from social strata, in the era of democracy there are no more restrictions to process in political parties. So actually there is no requirement to have a noble title to enter the party