bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Pendampingan Orang Tua untuk Menstimulus Belajar Anak Disleksia
Authors: Hsb Novita Sari
Published: March 2021

Dyslexia is a disorder in certain parts of the brain that causes learning disorders in sufferers. Dyslexia is usually characterized by difficulties in language, understanding words or sentences, both in writing, reading, and spelling. This study aims to determine the causes of dyslexia in children and to recognize signs of dyslexia in children. This type of research is descriptive qualitative research. In this study, the object of the study was a child suffering from dyslexia. Meanwhile, the research subjects were parents of children with dyslexia. Data collection through library research and interview techniques. The data were analyzed through the stages of data reduction, data presentation and describe conclusions. The results of this study are that two factors cause dyslexia in children. First, cognitive factors include problems in the pronunciation pattern of letters and a lack of phonology or sound when reading in the child concerned. Second, psychological factors, the existence of problems in socializing and have low trust. The signs of dyslexia that appeared in the children studied were children who were very slow in reading, often flipped syllables by entering other letters, and the ability to recognize letters was very low so that they often mispronounced or pronounced letters.
Peran Komunikasi Interpersonal Orang Tua dengan Anak untuk Meningkatkan Motivasi Belajar
Authors: Damayanti Lisa
Published: March 2021

The purpose of this study was to determine how the role of parent and child interpersonal communication in increasing learning motivation in Tanah Terban Village. The subjects in this study were 4 parents who have children aged 7-12 years. Based on the results of observations made in Tanah Terban Village, the researchersfound that parents still do not understand how to provide good learning motivation to their children. Parents are also indifferent to children’s learning time which results in children watching television while doing homework, playing gadgets, and playing with their friends until they forget about studying and doing homework. The method used is qualitative research
Urgensi Penanaman Nilai-Nilai Agama Terhadap Karakter Anak
Authors: Putri S Cindy Dwita
Published: March 2021

Every child has a different disposition from other children. The nature of the child is a characteristic of each individual. The nature of each child will grow and develop according to their social environment. This means the emergence of delinquency in children in various aspects is not only their fault but also one of the negative impacts of an uneducated environment. It is in this context that the family is the main pillar for the formation of children's personalities which needs to be done by instilling religious values in them from an early age. This of course is intended so that children have a personality that is not easily influenced by the negative impacts that occur in the wider scope of social life. This writing method uses a library research method using a qualitative research approach. The author in this case seeks to collect library data either through books, articles or previous studies. Then the writer analyzes the collection of concepts to obtain the essence ofplanting religious values on the character of the child.
Analisis Faktor Penyebab Krisis Akhlak Pada Anak Pesisir
Authors: Isnaini Isnaini
Published: March 2021

The pronunciation of inappropriate words to exemplify, thus rendering the child devoid of good manners and word-tours, and often against parenthood, is because her parents are unspoiled when she speaks disrespectful and also against parental sayings becomes a phenomenon often encountered in society particularly in coastal communities. Family is very important in child education. The problem formula in this study is (1) How is the behaviour of children in the family? (2) What kind of factors affects the child's crisis of morality in the family? The purpose of the study is (1) to find out how child behaviour in the family is. (2) to find out what factors affect the child's crisis of morality in the family. To answer the question the researcher used a type of qualitative descriptive research in his research. In data collection techniques, researchers use interview and observation methods. Then, data analysis techniques are data reduction, data presentation and conclusion withdrawal
Analysis of factors affecting the income of agritourism farms in Lam Dong Province
Authors: Nguyễn Dung Thái
Published: March 2021

The study used descriptive statistical methods, interval regression to analyze factors affecting the income of Agritourism Farms (DLNN) in Lam Dong province. On the basis of the resource-based efficiency theory, the previous studies along with the implementation situation to propose model the factors affecting farmers' income. With valid 189 answer sheets, the study combined qualitative analysis with quantitative analysis to identify problems. The findings indicate that the income of farms engaged in agritourism is strongly influenced from group factors such as Characteristic group of household head: age, education; Farm characteristics group: area size, number of years participating in foreign tourism, foreign tourism service activities, distance; Group of social capital: trust, relationship with tourism companies, local authorities; Local authorities and Group factors supported by the state, local government: open class training knowledge on tourism, support loan assistance. In other words, from the reality of the agritourism business situation of farmers in Lam Dong province, the research results show the importance of the above group factors. This is proposing some main functions aimed at improving income for farmers doing business in foreign tourism, while contributing to the development of agritourism in Lam Dong province.
Penggunaan Citra DEMNAS untuk Desain Pola Tanam Alley Cropping pada Lahan Garapan Anggota KPPH Talang Mulya Kabupaten Pesawaran Provinsi Lampung
Authors: Santoso Trio , Kartika Machya , Surnayati Surnayati , Riniarti Melya
Published: March 2021

Talang Mulya KPPH farmers has been applying agroforestry system for their land cultivation, but the cropping pattern applied has not been adapted to its sloping conditions and plant spacing which result on non-optimal yields produce. Alley Cropping pattern consider as the most suitable approach. Current analysis can be carried out using mapping techniques and remote sensing using digital elevation data imagery. The DEMNAS imagery was used in this study, results showed that the mean altitude reached 396.67 masl and land slope reached 20.92% in average. The design of the cropping pattern using 1 meter height intervals shows the results of the number of planting arrays of 31.96 strips with 3,564.96 meters in length which is higher than the land with a height interval of 2 meters which results in a total of 10.6 strips with and 942.97 meter lengths. However, the field of agricultural cultivation that can be formed on land with 1 meter height intervals only reaches 4.94 meters, while at 2 meters height intervals it can reach 16.03 meters.
Ciri Makroskopis, Kekerasan dan Berat Jenis Fosil Kayu Asal Desa Purwajaya Kutai Kartanegara
Authors: Husien Nani , Sulistyo Robin , Erwin Erwin , Budi Agus Sulistyo
Published: March 2021

The results showed that macroscopically the studied wood fossils had brick red, gray, yellow, brown, and black in the first sample (FKA), and the second sample (FKB) had white, gray, and light brown colors, which this color difference was probably due to the cells being mixed with other inorganic elements even though they were found in adjacent locations. Another observation of the macroscopic features of the two samples indicated that cells were still obviously visible as on normal wood, such as pores, rays, and axial intercellular canal. Based on the characteristics of AIC, it was found to have general features that were often found in several types of wood in the Dipterocarpaceae family. The results of measuring the hardness value, the two fossil samples have the same hardness value, namely 4 Mohs scale. For the meantime, the specific gravity of the FKA and FKB samples were 2.54 and 2.35, respectively.
Autonomy of universities in Kazakhstan and academic freedom: Implementation problems and ways of development
Authors:   L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University, Nurmanbetov D.N.
Published: March 2021

The article studies the implementation problems and ways of developing the autonomy of universities and academic freedom, which is considered as the most important condition for the sustainable development of the university system and a factor in increasing its competitiveness in Kazakhstan. As a result of the review of scientific works are revealed in the higher education field and an autonomy processes analysis of academic freedom of Kazakhstani universities a number of implementation problems and limitations. In conclusion of the article defines the ways of developing the autonomy and academic freedom of Kazakhstani universities. The necessity of changing the existing approaches to the strategic management of higher education is emphasized in order to achieve real autonomy and academic freedom by universities.
The system of pedagogical activity to create the necessary conditions for solving the problems of media education in primary school
Authors:   E. Buketov Karaganda State University, Sarsekeeva Zh. Y. , Smailova D.Y. ,   E. Buketov Karaganda State University
Published: March 2021

The necessity of shaping the media education of younger schoolchildren, being able to solve practical tasks in the information society, who can use the information in its different presentation view as well as being knowledgeable about communication modes by means of information technologies in media space is discussed in the article. The aim, forms and factors are considered relevance of media knowledge application in teaching and educational process of primary school. Also, the characteristic for media education methods is presented, the parameters of media literacy which are focused on training students for life in the modern information-oriented society are considered.
Features of ethnic tolerance of student youth
Authors:   L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University, Baizhumanova B.Sh.
Published: March 2021

. The article is devoted to the features of communicative and ethnic tolerance of students of different ethnic groups in educational institutions in Nur-Sultan city. A review of theories related to the problem is made of tolerance.The types of tolerance are described, such as socio-psychological and ethnic.The phenomenon of social tolerance in the interaction of social groups of different ethnic groups entering the University is considered in detail. In order to identify the characteristics of ethnic tolerance of college and university students of NurSultan were conducted a questionnaire on communicative tolerance and an express survey “Tolerance Index”of V.V. Boyko. Due to special psychological experimental studies, the level of endurance of Student youth is determined by the characteristics of their interpersonal relationships in the group, as well as the ethnic tolerance of each student is linked to his/her personal endurance.
Using criteria-based assessment technology in English classes
Authors:   Pavlodar State Pedagogical University, Aimuldina А.Т. , Kulakhmetova M.S. ,   Pavlodar State Pedagogical University
Published: March 2021

The article is devoted to the peculiarities of applying the technology of criteria-based assessment in the process of teaching English, describes the experience of implementing criteria-based assessment in the process of learning.In parallel with the process of training on the updated content, a study was conducted to identify the difficulties, weaknesses and advantages of both the process and its mental nature in the modern method of assessing students’ knowledge. The system described the opinion of leading scientists of criteria based assessment advantages and disadvantages.Also there is experience of foreign countries by assessment of learning process, which consist from that every pupil to learn by their opportunities, needs, and real marks of the future. The learners can understand writing text on different levels to follow teaching aim.
Didactic principles of training in the context of ecologization of vocational education
Authors:   L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University, Dlimbetova G.K. , Bulatbayeva K.N. ,   L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University, Abenova S.U. ,   L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University, Sandibekova A.K. ,   L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University
Published: March 2021

This article reveals the classic didactic principles of teaching about the new task of training - the greening of professional education, reveals the essence of each principle when introducing an environmental component to the content of education, describes the ways of implementing these principles, presents the results of pedagogical experience, and indicates the ways to further implement these principles in the educational activities of the University. The article will be useful for bachelors, Masters, PhD students and teachers who practice environmental activities within their field of professional training.
Research activities starting from the «school wall» to promote the development of cognitive abilities and independence of students
Authors:   Al-Farabi Kazakh National University, Ismailov D.V. , Khamitova K.K. ,   Al-Farabi Kazakh National University, Kozhagulov E.T. ,   Al-Farabi Kazakh National University
Published: March 2021

This article discusses the methodology that was introduced into school during the period of scientific pedagogical practice, as one of the types of cooperation between the school and the higher educational institution. The idea is substantiated that through research work it is possible to form students’ natural-science thinking and increase cultural and spiritual values. In particular, the authors argue and disclose the process of implementing the methodology, conduct a complete analysis of the results and determine the development trend of students. The work was done at Kazakh National University. al-Farabi highly qualified specialists with extensive experience in both teaching and research activities. Under the guidance of mentors, students in grades 9-10 of the Prestige Schools in Almaty were able to carry out scientific and practical projects, as well as present them at conferences at both regional and international levels. The presented works by schoolchildren were protected at a high level, which indicates the effectiveness of the entire work process. The authors conclude that research is one of the most effective ways of developing students’ natural science thinking and enhancing cultural and spiritual values. The article has an interdisciplinary character, is useful to specialists of various faculties practicing in school educational institutions, as well as to teachers of secondary schools.
Problems and prospects of practice-oriented training of future teachers in universities of the Republic of Kazakhstan
Authors:   L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University, Abdykhalykova Zh. , Sagitova Zh. ,   L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University
Published: March 2021

This article reveals the main problems of implementation of practice-oriented education in Kazakhstan universities in the preparation of future teachers, and offers possible ways to solve them. On the example of L. N. Gumilyov ENU, educational programs for practical orientation in the pedagogical areas of training “Social pedagogy and self-knowledge”, “Pedagogy and psychology”, “Foreign language: two foreign languages” are analyzed. The authors concluded that in order to train qualified personnel and create favorable pedagogical conditions at the university, it is necessary to increase the number of credits for practical activities, check educational programs for the ratio and distribution of the volume of theoretical and practical material, using of innovative teaching methods on the example of actual educational material, apply a competency-based approach and study the needs of the labor market.
Pedagogical values as the basis of the didactic culture’s axiological component
Authors:   L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University, Kantayeva G.G.
Published: March 2021

The article is devoted to the study of pedagogical values that form the basis of didactic culture. Its purpose is to study the essence of didactic culture, identify its components, study the axiological component, its value basis, and describe values and their classification. The work is devoted to the study of didactic culture, clarifying its definition in the pedagogical literature, describing its structure, in particular its axiological component, which gives an idea of pedagogical values. The article focuses on the study of pedagogical values, identification and description of their types. Included observation method, system method, description method, and analysis method used in the study. The novelty of the article lies in the fact that the work provides a critical understanding of research on didactic culture; it introduces definitions of didactic culture into scientific use, focuses on the essence of pedagogical values and describes them, and for the first time makes a more complete classification of pedagogical values. In the process of research scientific results: the interrelation of cultural approach in pedagogical values; identified their didactic nature and relevance to the implementation of educational activities; defined and specified types of educational values
Theoretical and methodological foundations of research activities in social pedagogy
Authors:   Russian State Social University, Mardakhaev L.V.
Published: March 2021

The article considers the scientific foundations of the theory and methodology of research activities in social pedagogy, reveals the methodological levels of research of a particular problem of social pedagogy. This article presents the structure of a scientific research. In comprehending the essence of the methodology of social pedagogy, the need to take into account its objective nature will be justified, since it represents the fundamental basis of its theory, practical and research activities. The successful implementation of research activities is always subjective and depends on the theoretical and practical training of the researcher in the field of social pedagogy
Pedagogical ideas in M.Zhumabayev`s works
Authors:   Sh. Ualikhanov State University, Naviy L. , Rakisheva G. ,   Sh. Ualikhanov State University, Anikbay A. ,   Sh. Ualikhanov State University
Published: March 2021

The article shows pedagogical ideas in M. Zhumabayev’s works. A short historical review has been made of the pedagogue-poet’s teaching activity. Also M. Zhumabaev’s works are analyzed such as: «Pedagogy», «Native language in elementary school» and «Writing textbook and school». The educator-poet’s educational perspective in «Pedagogy» is defined, with the work «Teaching the native language in elementary school», there is an analysis of ways to develop a child’s language through this tutorial. While considering the merits of «Written Textbook and School», it was clarified the format of the future Kazakh school. There is an integrative analysis of pedagogical ideas in Zhumabayev’s poems with pedagogical thoughts of Abay, M.Dulatov, L.S.Vygotsky and G.A. Zuckerman.
IMPLEMENTASI MANAJEMEN KURIKULUM DALAM MENGEMBANGKAN KOMPETENSI SISWA PADA MATA PELAJARAN BIOLOGI
Authors: PURWANTO RODI , AHYANI NUR , WARDIAH DESSY
Published: March 2021

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui dan mendeskripsikan Implementasi Manajemen Kurikulum Dalam Mengembangkan  Kompetensi Siswa pada Mata Pelajaran Biologi (Studi Kasus di SMA Negeri 8 Ogan Komering Ulu).  Metode penelitian menggunakan metode deskriftif kualitatif. Teknik pengumpulan data menggunakan wawancara, observasi, dan dokumentasi. Wawancara dilakukan dengan kepala sekolah, wakil kepala sekolah bidang kurikulum, guru Biologi dan siswa. Hasil penelitian menyatakan bahwa implementasi manajemen kurikulum dalam mengembangkan kompetensi siswa pada mata pelajaran biologi, dengan tahap: 1) perencanaan yang melibatkan tim pengembang kurikulum yang terdiri dari kepala sekolah, wakil-wakil kepala sekolah, guru, komite sekolah dan tenaga ahli dari dewan pakar. 2) Pengorganisasian dan pengkoordinasian kurikuklum; 3) pelaksanaan kurikulum dan 4) Evaluasi kurikulum, yang dilakukan dengan memeriksa dokumen kurikulum, wawancara, dan supervisi kelas oleh Kepala sekolah dibantu oleh Wakil Kepala Sekolah Bidang Kurikulum dengan panduan instrumen penelitian.
Characteristics Giant Cell Tumor of The Bone Cases at Dr. Mohammad Hoesin General Hospital Period 1 January 2017 - 31 Augsut 2020
Authors: Rubiansyah Primadika , Septiandani Randy Rakhmat
Published: March 2021

Introduction : Giant Cell Tumor (GCT) is a benign bone tumors with potentially aggressive and capacity to metastasize. This tumor could destroy the bone and joint component. As a primary bone tumor that appears at productive age , GCT can cause morbidity for patients.

Methods : This research is a retrospective descriptive study with data obtained from the medical records of patients who went to Mohammad Hoesin general hospital for the period January 1, 2017- August 31, 2019. Data processing was carried out using SPSS 16.0. From the research results, 27 GCT patient data that met the inclusion criteria were obtained.

Results : There were 23 (85.1%) patients in the 20-44 years age group, 2 (7.4%) people <20 years, 2 (7.4%) people> 44 years. There were 13 (48%) male patients and 14 (52%) female patients. The most common tumor locations were in the proximal tibia as many as 6 (22%) people, Distal Femur as many as 6 (22%) people, Distal Radius as many as 5 (18.5%) people, Distal Ulna as many as 3 (11.1%) people, Proximal Femur as many as 1 (3.7 %) people, Calcaneus as much as 1 (3.7%) people, Metacarpal as many as 1 (3.7%) people. Based on grading Campanacci, 16 (59.25%) people had GCT with Campanacci Grade III, Grade II with 8 (29.6%) people, and 1 (3.7%) grade I. Only 2 (7.4%) people had recurrences. No patients were found to have lung metastases (0%). There were 1 (3.7%) patients with pathological fracture on GCT. Management carried out was 24 people undergoing resection and reconstruction 24 (88.5%) and 3 (11.5%) people with curettage and bone cement.

Conclusion : This study of GCTB at Mohammad Hoesin general hospital bring out that patient’s characteristics are similar with other country and theory. Mostly patient got GCTB at age second until fouth decade of life, slightly more in female, mostly tumor detected around the knee. Mostly patient detected with Campanacci graded III and needed resection and reconstruction surgery. No reported lung metastases in GCTB patient but this record need further follow up due to short time between surgery and study
Relationship of Serum Tau Levels with Cognitive Functions and Factors Affecting The Cognitive Function Decrease in Parkinson's Disease Patients
Authors: Busra Meldayeni , Yuliarni Syafrita  , Hendra Permana
Published: March 2021

Introduction: Cognitive impairment is a non-motor symptom of Parkinson's disease (PD) which occurs as the disease progresses and affects quality of life. Many efforts have been developed in early detection of cognitive disorders, one of which is the examination of tau protein biomarkers, where the tau protein that undergoes pathological changes to form neurofibrillary tangles (NFTs) is found in Alzheimer's disease and PD and plays a role in cognitive impairment. However, the role of tau in PD is still controversial. This study aims to assess the relationship between serum tau levels and cognitive function and the factors that affect cognitive function in PD patients.

Methods: This cross-sectional design was conducted at the RSUP DR. M Djamil Padang. During the period March to August 2020, 62 research subjects were obtained. Cognitive function examination was carried out by using the MoCA-Ina test and examination of serum tau levels using the Elisa method. The relationship between categorical variables was tested by Chi square and differences in serum tau levels in the group with and without cognitive impairment were tested with the Mann Whitney test, considered statistically significant if the p value <0.05.

Results: With Moca Ina examination, it was found that 67.7% of patients had impaired cognitive function. The mean serum tau level was 198.004 ± 162.69 ng / L.There was a significant relationship between education level and degree of disease with cognitive function (p <0.05) and there was no difference in mean serum tau levels between groups with and without cognitive impairment.

Conclusion: There is a significant relationship between education level and degree of disease with cognitive function and there is no difference in mean serum tau protein levels between the cognitive impaired group and the cognitive normal group.
AN ADVANCED REVIEW ON DIAGNOSIS AND TREATMENT AND EXTRA-INTESTINAL MANIFESTATIONS ASSOCIATED WITH INFLAMMATORY BOWEL DISEASE
Authors: Sharma Deep , Rana Rekha , Thakur Kiran , Priyanka
Published: March 2021

Inflammatory Bowel Diseases are mainly a group of bowel disorders which are generally associated with chronic inflammation of the intestinal tract due to the reason of an imbalance in the presence of the intestinal microbiota. Inflammatory bowel disease can have two different types based on their clinical pathology which are mainly Crohn’s Disease and Ulcerative Colitis. Both of these clinical sub-types are most likely to be focussed among all of the inflammatory bowel diseases due to their increasing risk of incidence as well as associated difficulties in their treatment. However, the main cause of inflammatory bowel disease has not been cleared till the date but from last three decades, there is a hub of researchnes being going on to get a clear idea about the cause of disease. Among these studies most of researchers have found the role of Nucleotide Oligomerization Domain 2 genes in the pathophysiology of disease. For the treatment of ulcerative colitis, there are severalapproaches available, based on the severity of the disease. Aminosalicylates are used to treat mild disease, use of corticosteroids is the effective treatment in the moderate case whereas use of cyclosporine in severe disease. In Crohn’s disease, drug choices are dependent on both location and behavior ofthe disease. Nowadays, the advanced treatments have been included such as use of monoclonal antibodiesor fusion proteins including anti-TNF drugs as biological therapy of disease. Also the post treatment remission of this disease makes it more complicated to be cured.
Predicting Love Trauma Syndrome in College Students Based on Personality Traits, Early Maladaptive Schemas, and Spiritual Health
Authors:   Department of Psychology, Faculty of Humanities, Islamic Azad University, Tonekabon Branch, Tonekabon, Iran., Etemadnia Marzieh , Shiroodi Shohreh ,   Department of Psychology, Faculty of Humanities, Islamic Azad University, Tonekabon Branch, Tonekabon, Iran., Khalatbari Javad ,   Department of Psychology, Faculty of Humanities, Islamic Azad University, Tonekabon Branch, Tonekabon, Iran., Abolghasemi Shahnam ,   Department of Psychology, Faculty of Humanities, Islamic Azad University, Tonekabon Branch, Tonekabon, Iran.
Published: March 2021

Objectives: Love Trauma Syndrome (LTC) is common among college students which can lead to psychological and educational problems. The current study aims to assess the role of personality traits, early maladaptive schemas and spiritual health in predicting LTC in college students. Methods: This is a descriptive/correlational study. Participants were 500 students of universities in Tehran, Iran suffering from LTC who were selected using a cluster random sampling method. They completed the Love Trauma Inventory, HEXACO Personality Inventory, Young Schema Questionnaire- Short Form, and Spirituality Index of Well-Being. Data analysis was performed using the Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) in LISREL software. Results: The SEM results showed the good fit of the study model (Root Mean Square Error of Approximation= 0.043). Personality traits, early maladaptive schemes, and spiritual health could predict LTC. Extraversion, emotionality, honesty-humility, self-sacrifice, abandonment, and life schema were the strongest predictors. Conclusion: Personality traits, early maladaptive schemes, and spiritual health can predict LTC.
Comparing Interpersonal and Intrapersonal Emotion Regulation Models in Explaining Depression and Anxiety Symptoms in College Students
Authors:   Department of Mental Health, School of Behavioral Sciences and Mental Health (Tehran Institute of Psychiatry), Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran., Lotfi Mozhgan , Amin Mahdi ,   Department of Addiction, School of Behavioral Sciences and Mental Health (Tehran Institute of Psychiatry), Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran., Shiasy Yasaman ,   Department of Clinical Psychology, University of Social Welfare and Rehabilitation Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
Published: March 2021

Objectives: Emotion regulation is an important transdiagnostic construct and one of the main and underlying dimensions in emotional disorders. This study aims to compare interpersonal and intrapersonal models of emotion regulation in explaining depression and anxiety symptoms in college students. Methods: This is a cross-sectional study. Participants were 517 students of public universities in Tehran, Iran who were selected using multi-stage cluster sampling method. They completed the Emotion Regulation Questionnaire, Interpersonal Emotion Regulation Questionnaire, Difficulties in Emotion Regulation Scale, and short form of Symptom Checklist (SCL-25). Results: Intrapersonal and interpersonal emotion regulation models had a significant role in explaining depression and anxiety symptoms, where the intrapersonal emotion regulation model had a significant and stronger effect in predicting depression and anxiety symptoms (P<0.01). Conclusion: Both intrapersonal and interpersonal emotion regulation models have a role in explaining depression and anxiety symptoms and can be effective in predicting and treating emotional disorders.
Psychometric Properties of the Persian Version of Nomophobia Questionnaire
Authors:   Department of Clinical Psychology, School of Behavioural Science and Mental Health (Tehran Institute of Psychiatry), Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran., Alizadeh Mohsen , Hasani Mohsen ,   Department of Clinical Psychology, School of Behavioural Science and Mental Health (Tehran Institute of Psychiatry), Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran., Mianbandi Gohar ,   Department of Clinical Psychology, School of Medicine, Zanjan University of Medical Sciences, Zanjan, Iran., Ashouri Ahmad ,   Department of General Psychology, Faculty of Human Sciences, Payamenoor University, Mashhad, Iran.
Published: March 2021

Objectives: This study aims to assess the validity and reliability of the Persian version of Nomophobia Questionnaire (NMP-Q) for use on Iranian population. Methods: This is a correlational study. Participants were 280 undergraduate students in Mashhad, Iran in 2017 who were selected by multistage cluster sampling method. They completed the Persian version of NMP-Q and the Cellphone Overuse Scale (COS). To assess the test-retest reliability, 40 participants completed the questionnaire again two weeks later. Collected data were analyzed in SPSS v. 20 and LISREL v. 8 applications using Cronbach’s alpha, Pearson correlation test, and confirmatory factor analysis. Results: The results showed the high internal consistency of the questionnaire (α= 0.921 for overall scale and 0.748-0.885 for subscales). Correlation coefficients for assessing concurrent validity and test-retest reliability were reported 0.51 and 0.81, respectively. According to the results of confirmatory factor analysis, all four subscales of the main version were confirmed in the Persian version. Conclusion: The Persian version of NMP-Q has good validity and reliability for use in Iran.
Effect of Computer Games on Working Memory, Visual Memory, and Executive Functions of the Elderly
Authors:   Department of Clinical Psychology, School of Behavioral Sciences and Mental Health, Iran University Of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran., Moradi Prosha , Masjedi Abbas ,   Department of Clinical Psychology, School of Medical Sciences, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran., Jafari Mahdi ,   Department of Clinical Psychology, School of Medical Sciences, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
Published: March 2021

Objectives: Decline of cognitive ability is one of the changes old age. Recent studies have shown that computer games has a positive effect on cognitive abilities. Accordingly, the present study aims to assess the effectiveness of computer games in improving working memory, visual memory, and executive functions in the elderly. Methods: This is a quasi-experimental study with a pretest-posttest design conducted on 40 older people in Tehran, Iran who were selected using a purposive sampling method based on the inclusion criteria and after a clinical interview. They were randomly assigned into two groups of intervention and control groups. The Intervention group played a one-hour computer game (Lumosity) at 15 sessions, while the control group did not play any computer games. The collected data were analyzed in SPSS v. 25 software. Results: The Computer game had a significant effect on the improvement of working memory, visual memory, and executive functions in the Intervention group compared to the control group (P<0.05). Conclusion: Computer games can improve memory and cognitive functions of the elderly. It is recommended to use these games in nursing homes and the related centers to rehabilitate the elderly.
Socioeconomic Factors as Determinants of Suicidal Behaviors Among Adults in Nigeria
Authors:   Department of Nursing Sciences, Faculty of Health and Allied Sciences, Usman Danfodiyo University, Sokoto, Nigeria., Musa Argungu Zulkiflu , Olalekan Oladele Tajudeen ,   Department of Psychiatry, Federal Neuropsychiatric Hospital Kware, Sokoto State, Nigeria., Hassan Hassan Murtala ,   College of Nursing and Midwifery, Jigawa State, Nigeria.
Published: March 2021

Objectives: Suicidal behavior is seen in the context of a variety of mental disorders and it is believed that suicide has become a serious issue in both developed and developing countries. This study was done to evaluate the associated factors of suicidal ideation and suicide attempt among Nigerian adults. Methods: The data were collected from Federal Medical Center Birnin Kebbi and the Ministry of Health and Welfare in Kebbi State, a nationally representative sample was recruited using a multi-stage clustering method. Results: Female gender, being divorced/widowed, lower education, and lower-income level were associated with suicidal ideation and suicide attempt (OR=1.56; CI=1.31–1.97, OR=1.91; CI=1.09–3.31). In particular, the effect of age on suicidal ideation presented a reverse pattern based on gender; there was a positive association for men and a negative association for women. Conclusion: This study suggested that low education, low-income level, marital status, and age were predominantly associated with the prevalence of suicidal ideation and suicide attempt in women than men.
Developing and Accessing Validity and Reliability of the Persian Versions of Three Instruments Measuring Risky Sexual Behaviors
Authors:   Department of Psychiatry, Mental Health Research Center, School of Behavioral Sciences & Mental Health (Tehran Institute of Psychiatry), Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran., Kouhestani Parham , Mohammad-Sadegh Homa ,   Department of Psychiatry, Mental Health Research Center, School of Behavioral Sciences & Mental Health (Tehran Institute of Psychiatry), Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran., Eftekhar Mehrdad ,   Department of Psychiatry, Mental Health Research Center, School of Behavioral Sciences & Mental Health (Tehran Institute of Psychiatry), Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran., Nohesara Shabnam ,   Department of Psychiatry, Mental Health Research Center, School of Behavioral Sciences & Mental Health (Tehran Institute of Psychiatry), Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran., Alavi Kaveh ,   Department of Psychiatry, Mental Health Research Center, School of Behavioral Sciences & Mental Health (Tehran Institute of Psychiatry), Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
Published: March 2021

Objectives: There are a few instruments available to assess sexual issues in Persian according to indigenous culture. This study aims to translate three instruments of Sexual Addiction Screening Test – Revised (SAST-R), Sexual Risk Survey (SRS) and sexual behavior subscale of the Youth Risk Behavior Surveillance System (YRBSS), and evaluate their psychometric parameters. Methods: After translating the selected instruments into Persian, a group of psychiatrists evaluated its content validity. The final versions were distributed among 92 participants (45 men and 47 women) selected from among the companions of patients referred to the clinics of Iran Psychiatric Hospital. Then, the factor structure and internal consistency of them were assessed. Results: The Cronbach’s alpha coefficient for Persian versions of SAST-R, SRS and sexual behavior subscale of YRBSS was obtained 0.878, 0.869 and 0.511, respectively. The factor analysis extracted 12 factors for the SAST-R explaining 71.4% of the variances, 5 factors for the SRS explaining 76.2%b of the variances, and 2 factors for the sexual behavior subscale explaining 56.7% of the variances. Conclusion: Persian version of the SAST-R has high internal consistency with a complex factor structure. The Persian version of SRS has high internal consistency with a well-defined factor structure, while the sexual behavior subscale of YRBSS has a good factor structure with a moderate internal consistency. These instruments can be used on Iranian population. Further studies are recommended to evaluate their construct validity and reliability.
Effect of Exercise and Meditation on Depression and Anxiety Reduction: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Authors:   epartment of Clinical Psychology, School of Medicine, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran, Mohammadi Saeed , Zahedi Komeil ,   Assistant professor of Clinical Psychology, School of Behavioral Sciences and Mental Health, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran, Tashkeh Mojtaba ,   PhD Student of Clinical Psychology, School of Behavioral Sciences and Mental Health (Tehran psychiatric Institute), Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
Published: March 2021

Objectives: Despite the existence of studies that associated effect of exercise and meditation on depression and anxiety, there was no meta-analysis to date, that can prove this effect definitely. Also, the effect of these factors by gender and aerobic exercise are unknown. This gap was addressed by this meta-analysis. Methods: Major electronic databases, including PubMed, Web of Science, and Embase were searched until July 2019. Studies addressing the effect of exercise and meditation on depression and anxiety were enrolled. The heterogeneity across studies was investigated by Q-test and I2 statistic. The probability of publication bias was explored using Beggchr('39')s and Eggerchr('39')s tests. The results were expressed as the standardized mean difference (SMD) with 95% confidence intervals (CI) using a random-effects model. Results: We identified a total of 10,015 references and included 51 studies involving 3,594 participants. Compared control group, the SMD estimate of anxiety was -0.7 (-1.20, -0.19) for meditation, -0.9 (-1.24, -0.57) for aerobic, -1.07 (-1.67, -0.46) for other exercise, and the SMD estimate of depression was-0.84 (-1.26, -0.42) for meditation, -0.44 (-0.72, -0.17) for aerobic, and -1.10 (-1.55, -0.65) for other exercise. Conclusions: Exercise and meditation had a significant effect on depression and anxiety. Furthermore, there was an effect of the exercise and meditation on depression and anxiety by female gender and aerobic exercise.
Inter-parent Agreement and Discrepancy on Core Symptoms and Externalizing Problems in School-age Children With Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder
Authors:   Department of Clinical Psychology, School of Behavioral Sciences and Mental Health (Tehran Institute of Psychiatry), Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran., Zargarinejad Ghazaleh , Ebadi Zare Saeed ,   Department of Clinical Psychology, School of Behavioral Sciences and Mental Health (Tehran Institute of Psychiatry), Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran., Gharraee Banafsheh ,   Department of Clinical Psychology, School of Behavioral Sciences and Mental Health (Tehran Institute of Psychiatry), Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran., Aghebati Asma ,   Department of Psychology, Faculty of Humanities, Tarbiat Modares University, Tehran, Iran., Farahani Hojjatollah ,   Department of Psychology, Faculty of Humanities, Tarbiat Modares University, Tehran, Iran., Shirazi Elham ,   Department of Psychiatry, Spiritual Health Research Center, School of Behavioral Sciences and Mental Health (Tehran Institute of Psychiatry), Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
Published: March 2021

Objectives: Inter-parent agreement and discrepancy on core symptoms of Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and related externalizing problems can have clinical implications for the diagnosis of the disorder. This study aims to examine inter-parent agreement and discrepancy on ratings of hyperactivity/impulsivity, inattention, behavior problems, and emotion dysregulation in children with ADHD. Methods: This is a descriptive correlational study. The study population consists of children with ADHD aged 6-10 years who referred to child and adolescent psychiatric clinics in Tehran, Iran. Of these, 51 children were selected using a convenience sampling method. They were separately assessed by their parents using the Swanson, Nolan and Pelham-IV (SNAP-IV) Questionnaire, Eyberg Child Behavior Inventory, Emotion Regulation Checklist, and the Parenting Stress Index- Short Form. Results: Parents had a moderate agreement on all scales/subscales except on emotion dysregulation which was fair. Mothers rated higher than fathers in all areas except for the inattention subscale. Mother’s parenting stress and educational level could predict inter-parent discrepancy on ratings. Conclusion: Mother-father discrepancy on the symptoms and problems of ADHD is clinically significant. Clinicians should take it to account when interpreting results of rating scales in children with ADHD. Multiple informants are suggested in using rating scales for ADHD assessment.
Psychometric Properties of the Persian Version of the Pure Procrastination Scale in College Students
Authors:   Department of Clinical Psychology, School of Behavioral Sciences and Mental Health (Tehran Institute of Psychiatry), Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran., Zamirinejad Somayeh , Jamil Leili ,   Department of Clinical Psychology, School of Behavioral Sciences, AJA University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran., Ashouri Ahmad ,   Department of Clinical Psychology, School of Behavioral Sciences and Mental Health (Tehran Institute of Psychiatry), Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
Published: March 2021

Objectives: This study aims to investigate the psychometric properties of the Persian version of the Pure Procrastination Scale (PPS) including reliability, validity, measurement invariance, and factor analysis. Methods: In this cross-sectional study, 390 college students from the three universities in Tehran participated. They completed a battery of four self-report tools including the PPS, Difficulties in Emotion Regulation Scale (DERS), Depression, Anxiety and Stress Scale-21 (DASS-21), and Satisfaction with Life Scale (SWLS). Results: The Exploratory Factor Analysis (EFA) results confirmed the three-factor solution of the Persian PPS which were decisional procrastination, implemental delay, and timeliness. The results of multi-group confirmatory factor analysis showed the between-group invariance of the factor structure, measurement weights, structural covariances and measurement residuals of PPS for demographic variables. The results revealed high internal consistency and high test-retest reliability. There Persian PPS and its subscales had statistically significant correlations with DASS-21, DERS, and SWLS. Conclusion: The Persian PPS has good reliability and validity for assessing procrastination in Iranian population.
Comparing the Effects of Integrated Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy and Transdiagnostic Treatment on Symptoms of Patients with Generalized Anxiety Disorder Comorbid with Depression
Authors:   Department of Psychology, Faculty of Education and Psychology, University of Isfahan, Isfahan, Iran., Ghaderi Farzad , Akrami Nahid ,   Department of Psychology, Faculty of Education and Psychology, University of Isfahan, Isfahan, Iran., Namdari Koroosh ,   Department of Psychology, Faculty of Education and Psychology, University of Isfahan, Isfahan, Iran., Abedi Ahmad ,   Department of Psychology and Education of Children with Special Needs, Faculty of Education and Psychology, University of Isfahan, Isfahan. Iran.
Published: March 2021

Objectives: This study aims to compare the effectiveness of integrated Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and transdiagnostic treatment in improving symptoms of patients with Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) comorbid with depression. Methods: This is a single-case quasi-experimental study. The study population consists of all people with GAD comorbid with depression referred to counseling centers in Isfahan, Iran in 2019, from whom 10 were selected using a purposive sampling method and randomly assigned into two groups of CBT and transdiagnostic treatment. Subjects in both groups were assessed at baseline, 3rd, 4th, 8th, 10th sessions, and during a one-month follow-up period using the 7-item Generalized Anxiety Scale, the Beck Depression Inventory, and the Penn State Worry Questionnaire. To analyze the data, visual analysis, Reliable Change Index (RCI), improvement percentage, and statistical and clinical significance were used. Results: Visual analysis, percentage of improvement, and RCI value showed that both treatments caused clinically and statistically significant changes in therapeutic outcomes and their therapeutic effects continued during follow-up period. However, the percentage of improvement in CBT group was higher than in the transdiagnostic treatment group. Conclusion: CBT is superior to transdiagnostic treatment in terms of effect size and stability, but both are the same in terms of acceptance.