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APPLICATION OF SOCIAL GUIDANCE FOR RECREATIONAL GROUP TYPES IN REDUCING CHILDREN'S ANXIETY LEVELS IN THE SPECIAL GUIDANCE FOR CLASS I CHILDREN IN KUTOARJO
Authors: Putrayanda Maulana Fatah , Muhammad Ali
Published: January 2022

If humans who live freely can experience increased anxiety in their lives, what about children who live in Special Child Development Institutions who have limitations in their freedom to do various things. Children are experiencing a crisis, are at a crossroads, and are socializing with society, and a child is actually not only punished physically, but also psychologically punished. This study is to answer the question of how the application of social guidance type recreational groups for children in the implementation of the coaching process in LPKA Class I Kutoarjo. In every child's personality development activity, there is a relationship between one and another, the location of the recreational group type social guidance activity is a combination of group counseling carried out by counselors and guidance by guardians to each child in groups. The application of the recreational group type of social guidance method in reducing the level of anxiety in children in LPLB Class I Kutoarjo. Based on the research conducted by the author, the implementation of recreational group type social guidance is not only about the driving factors but also the inhibiting factors in its implementation.
THE ROLE OF SELF-CONCEPT ON CHILDREN'S ASSERTIVE BEHAVIOR IN THE SPECIAL GUIDANCE FOR CHILDREN CLASS 1 KUTOARJO
Authors: ‘Izzatie Binta Nur , Aulia Qisthina
Published: January 2022

This study aims to determine the role of self-concept in children on assertive behavior. Sampling was done by purposive technique in LPKA Kelas 1 Kutoarjo for 43 children. The instruments of this study are self-concept scale that based on the Tennese Self-Concept Scale developed by Fitts (1965) and the assertive behavior scale using the Rathus Assertiveness developed by Rathus (1973). Through simple linear regression analysis, it is known that self-concept play role in children's assertive behavior by 70,9% (p < .05). The results of the study also showed that the internal dimension had greater influence (71,2%) than the external dimension (67,1%) of the self-concept on assertive behavior. This study is expected to be one of the considerated by LPKA to assist children in developing positive self-concepts to increase assertive behavior.
The Connection Between Opioid Withdrawal and Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy: Case Reports of ‘Opioid Octopus Heart’
Authors: Hack Benjamin , Ojeniyi Solabomi , Mamzhi Yakov , Bou-Saba Adeeb G , Saade Louis
Published: January 2022

Introduction

Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy (TCM) is an incompletely understood diagnosis. The leading hypothesis of its pathogenesis is that a hyperadrenergic state leads to cardiotoxicity, which is supported by case findings. Withdrawal from opioids is one potential etiology of an excessive adrenergic response and, therefore, may precipitate TCM.

Case Presentations

Here, we present 2 cases of TCM in patients who chronically used opioids, both at the same institution within 1 month of each other. The first patient is a 68-year-old man who presented with a chronic obstructive pulmonary disease exacerbation and did not disclose his long-standing opioid use disorder. One day after admission, he was found to be in opioid withdrawal and, soon after, developed TCM. He was originally treated for non-ST elevation myocardial infarction and opioid withdrawal but decompensated. He was sent to the intensive care unit (ICU) to receive pressors and fluid resuscitation. He soon recovered and his cardiac function returned to baseline.

The second patient is a 33-year-old woman with opioid use disorder taking methadone who presented with lower extremity weakness, edema, and pain. She was diagnosed with infective endocarditis. While awaiting surgery and receiving antibiotics, she developed respiratory failure and was upgraded to the ICU. There was a lapse in her opioid treatment, and she subsequently developed TCM. She was treated with pressors and fluids in the ICU, and eventually recovered with reduced cardiac function at the time of discharge.

Conclusions

While clinical evidence indicated opioid withdrawal as the likely provoking factor for development of TCM in the first case, the second patient’s symptoms from other clinical complications confounded the cause of her TCM. Twelve similar cases have been reported in the literature, suggesting that opioid withdrawal may be associated with development of TCM. Further quantitative research is required to establish this relationship. Our findings contribute to the theoretical pathophysiology of TCM and offer important considerations for clinical management of opioid withdrawal.
EPISTEME AND EXPERIENCES ABOUT PASHTUNWALI: THE STANDPOINT OF PASHTUN WOMEN OF KHYBER PAKHTUNKHWA, PAKISTAN
Authors:   International Islamic University Islamabad, Pakistan, Aziz Latafat , Ali Rabia ,   International Islamic University Islamabad, Pakistan, Khan Asim Muneeb ,   Bahria University Islamabad, Pakistan
Published: January 2022

Pashtun societies are well studied by international and national scholars of Pakistan and Afghanistan. The existing scholarship largely presents a male perspective while explaining the nature, structure, and interpretation of Pashtunwali in Pashtun society. A rigid and fundamentalist view of Pashtun society is usually portrayed such as tarborwali, revenge, honor killings, etc. Our research work was focused specifically on the pashtun females’ experiences and episteme of transmission patterns of Pashtunwali—Pashtuns cardinal code of conduct, among Pashtun women in Pakistan. This study was carried out in three districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KPK)—namely, Charsadda, Karak, and Swat of Pakistan. Thirty-nine (39) Pashtun women having diverse backgrounds concerning age, education, and locale were in-depth interviewed for data collection. The data was analyzed through the thematic qualitative data analysis technique using Standpoint feminism (Sandra Harding and Dorothy Smith) as a major theoretical guide. The study has revealed the endowment of Pashtun women (especially mothers, grandmothers, and mothers-in-law) in preserving, sustaining, and transmitting the Pashtun value system towards the young generation (daughters). Unconditionally, Pashtun women (especially mothers) had a significant role in the creation and promotion of Pashtun culture through folklores, proverbs, songs, dress code, arts, literature, and by cooking traditional cuisine, etc. In Pashtun culture, notions of honor, dignity, and shame are described as driving fuel behind all cultural values and structures. The study reflected the perspective of Pashtun women that they were appreciative and insightful about the meaning, history, and cultural composition of Pashtunwali and their identity but at the same time, they were not benighted about the contemporary emerging challenges that have been faced by traditional Pashtun culture. Pashtun women highlighted that Pashtuns are ghairatmand –mind their words and commitments and never compromise on the basic principles. They emphasized that it is necessary to reconsider and revisit social heritage to better reflect on the changing notions and demands of the contemporary age. Hujras/Baithaks have been identified as the most celebrated and accustomed places in Pashtun society. Keywords: Pashtunwali, Pashtun Women, Standpoint, Experiences
AGING AND SOCIAL ENGAGEMENT: CULTURAL INFLUENCES
Authors:   International Islamic University, Islamabad, Pakistan, Hussain Sajjad , Abbassi Saif ur Rehman Saif ,   International Islamic University, Islamabad, Pakistan
Published: January 2022

The study aimed to investigate the changing culture of social engagement toward aged persons along with stereotypes that aged person be constrained in their contacts and engagement. Despite the fact that the society of Pakistan is rooted on the culture that dignifies the lives of aged person and place them on the high position of virtue but current reaction of the society is hostile regarding their engagement in terms of local community connections, religious connections and work connections by stereotypes that elderly are supposed to perform limited role. The study aimed to assess the level of social engagement, opportunities available and encouragement from different stake holder of society for the aged persons. In order to explore, the study targeted retired pensioners from government department across the south Punjab region by focusing all cadres of pensioner’s i.e. Class-IV, Clerical Cadre and Gazatted. The study selected 400 retired pensioners (i.e. 302 male 98 females) from districts Multan, Khenewal, Bahawlpur, Rahim Yar Khan, Dera Ghazi Khan and Muzaffargarh of South Punjab, through stratified random sampling technique. The +-study used proportionate sampling technique in order to select true representatives of the population from each selected district. The study used self-constructed Social Engagement Scale for data collection through survey method and face-to-face interview schedule. The study concluded that aged persons deserve dignified life in the society. For this state should device the policies and their implementations as well along with society proactive role for those who had served their potential and still can add for the betterment of society as well. Keywords: Population ageing, Social engagement, Cultural influences
THE ECONOMY AND PRODUCTIVITY OF ORGANIC MILK FARMS COMPARED TO CONVENTIONAL FARMS MANAGED IN THE U.S
Authors:   Shah Abdul Latif University, Khairpur Mirs, Rahat Sarmad , Soharwardi Mariam Abbas ,   The Islamia University of Bahawalpur, Ali Mahnaz Muhammad ,   The Islamia University of Bahawalpur
Published: January 2022

Ensured normal and customary dairy farms in the United States are reliant on financial, money related, and creative appraisals, using milk data from the 2016 USDA Agricultural Resources Survey. A stochastic model of creation confines that uses a design for the limit of moving the dairy farm section to the United States to consider specific viability and residence execution (RTS) in the two systems and in various size classes. Money related and monetary measures, for instance, net benefit from assets and hypothesis costs, similarly as measures for advancement introduction, are taken a gander at by system and size. For the two systems, size is the essential determinant of earnestness reliant on picked efficiency measures and STRs. Keywords: Milk; Cows; Biologically; Conventional; Dairy Products in the United States. JEL Ratings: Q12. Q14. Q18
THE IMPACT OF RADIO PROGRAMS ON INFRASTRUCTURE DEVELOPMENT IN CENTRAL PUNJAB, PAKISTAN
Authors:   Pakistan Broadcasting Corporation, Islamabad, Pakistan., Saleem Anila , Rizvi Wajiha Raza ,   Beaconhouse National University, Lahore, Pakistan, Saleem Maria ,   University of Central Punjab, Lahore, Pakistan
Published: January 2022

This article studies the impact of Pakistan Broadcasting Corporation or Radio Pakistan in guiding the socioeconomic development in the Central Punjab through programs on infrastructure from 2008 to 2013. The researchers reviewed extensive literature on the infrastructure and socioeconomic development through radio all over the world and the archives of the Finance Division of the Government of Pakistan. The study assumes that Radio Pakistan has significantly contributed in socioeconomic and infrastructure development in the Central Punjab by spreading information for resolving the needs of this country. It used the agenda setting theory, considering the programmers set the agenda to improve the quality of the Radio programs on regular basis. The researchers paid special attention to the efficacy of the programs by interviewing the programmers in regards to the policy, quality and topics of the programs, and knowledge of guest speakers on the topics under discussion. The Radio Pakistan depends on the response of listeners, programmers, governmental and foreign bodies who use development support communication for the betterment of the society. It is a multi-sectoral process in the sharing of the information about the agendas of government as well as its deliberate actions for the development in Central Punjab. This article uses qualitative research method based on the interviews of 35 producers employed at three main radio stations at Lahore, Sargodha and Faisalabad. The researchers developed a questionnaire for in-depth interviews of the producers, including 22 males and 13 females. This study found that the producers feel that Radio Pakistan is playing a significant role in the socioeconomic and infrastructure development in the Central Punjab through following policies of government, maintaining quality of programs, selecting latest topics for discussion, and finding guests who have sufficient knowledge of the topics. Collectively, these choices make programs most beneficial for the public. Keywords; Pakistan Broadcasting Corporation, infrastructure, development, Central Punjab, radio Pakistan.
INDO-ISRAEL STRATEGIC COOPERATION: CHALLENGES AND IMPLICATIONS ON PAKISTAN
Authors:   Kinnaird College for Women Lahore, Pakistan, Akram Qudsia , Shahid Summaya ,   Kinnaird College for Women Lahore, Pakistan, Ahmed Laila ,   Kinnaird College for Women Lahore, Pakistan
Published: January 2022

This research work attempts to evaluate the Indo-Israel strategic cooperation in South Asia and the resultant security challenges and threats for Pakistan due to this partnership. Security dilemma has been used to explain the hostile arms race between India and Pakistan and why India is strengthening its strategic ties with Israel. In addition, in-depth strategic cooperation and the nature of Indo-Israel relations give the understanding about the defense cooperation existing between Tel Aviv and New Delhi. Even though there have been several obstacles to furthering their military ties, these factors have not been drastic enough to impact the defense and strategic relations between the two nations. The methodology of this research is based on the qualitative research method. This method is based on descriptive, historical, and explanatory approaches towards the concepts, issues, concerns, and strategies. Keywords: Israel- India, Strategic partnership, Pakistan, South Asia, Cooperation
A SOCIOLOGICAL ANALYSIS OF THE IMPACT OF MODERN MEDIA ON FAMILY FUNCTIONS IN PUNJAB, PAKISTAN
Authors:   University of Agriculture, Faisalabad, Ghaus Ghulam , Maan Ashfaq Ahmad ,   University of Agriculture, Faisalabad, Khan Izhar Ahmad ,   University of Agriculture, Faisalabad
Published: January 2022

The family is a particularly an important institution and the basic building block of any society, which performs the important functions of socializing the young and meet the emotional needs of their members. A stable family supports the social order and economic stability. Over the time, series of changes have been introduced in the functions of the family. Many internal and external forces have taken action against the family, producing a fundamental change in family functions. Therefore, the current study helps to evaluate the effects of modern media on family function in the Punjab, Pakistan. This research is based on a quantitative methodology. A sample of 672 respondents was selected from three selected districts namely Sheikhupura, Chakwal and Khanewal of Punjab province. Multistage sampling technique was used for data collection. The data was collected with the help of a well-structured interview schedule. The findings obtained from collected data revealed that modern media has negative effects for family functions by decreasing the intensity and duration of interaction among family members. Modern media has also affected family gatherings, and play a vital role in breaking old family traditions and change the socializing patterns, norms and values of society. Keywords: Modern media, Family functions, Implication, Social isolation, Socialization.
A PHENOMENOLOGICAL EXPLORATION OF VIRTUAL LEARNERS’ EXPERIENCES
Authors:   Bahria University Karachi Campus, Pakistan, Farooqui Raheel , Ali Sehrish Qasim ,   Bahria University Karachi Campus, Pakistan, Abbas Mehdi ,   Bahria University Karachi Campus, Pakistan
Published: January 2022

This study explores and observe the experiences and believes of students regarding online education system. The study was conducted online in Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan. The phenomenological technique of the study tried to incorporate patron notion via manner of online education through different systems in education industry as to fascinate maximum students, and additionally to satisfy the educational needs of students by taking online classes. This study is qualitative in nature, primary and secondary source of codes are selected, examined and interpreted. The data collected by using structured interviews (Close ended questionnaire) has been supported by relevant secondary literature that further supported to conduct qualitative research based on phenomenology. The online education in Pakistan Karachi has great importance, it’s a growing phenomenon, but facing hurdles of time comments from trainer; isolation, lack of self-law, unapproachable technical useful resource from trainers, and lack of self-motivation among students. This study gets beneath the parameters of educational credential to provide a motive behind the comprehensive functionality of the online education system. Keywords: Students, Perception, Online education, Qualitative, Online Classes, Virtual.
THE IMPACT OF MOTIVATION ON EFFICACY OF FACULTY AT UNIVERSITY LEVEL
Authors:   International Islamic University Islamabad, Pakistan, ... Maleeha , Naureen Shazia ,   International Islamic University Islamabad, Pakistan, ... Kainat ,   Air University, Islamabad, Pakistan
Published: January 2022

The research was a descriptive in nature. The main objective of the current study was to gauge the impact of compensation on the efficacy of university teachers. Survey method was used. Two questionnaires were designed; one for motivations while other coved the performance of university teachers. The study concluded that remunerations have great impact on the performance of university teachers. Therefore, it was recommended that administration of universities may introduce some motivational measures to enhance the performance of teachers. Universities may provide a conducive working environment among teachers in order to create balance the workload. Keywords: Motivation, Extrinsic Motivation, Work Environment, Job Performance.
CHANGE MANAGEMENT AT TERTIARY LEVEL EDUCATION: A COMPARISON OF PRIVATE AND PUBLIC SECTOR INSTITUTIONS
Authors:   National University of Modern Languages, Islamabad, Kashan Sehrish , Aurangzeb Wajeeha ,   National University of Modern Languages, Islamabad
Published: January 2022

Managing change is an overwhelming task at tertiary level education. With increasing pressure to enhance quality and student outcomes, it can be often difficult to deal with the changes that have a significant impact on the performance of any institution. This study aimed to determine the perceptions of teaching faculty regarding change management at the university level and to determine the difference in perceptions of faculty members based on sector i.e. public and private sector universities of Punjab. The present study was descriptive in nature. The study adopted the quantitative design and data collection phase consisted of a sample of 536 faculty members. 20% faculty of social sciences were selected by using a proportional stratified sampling technique. The researcher developed a questionnaire containing a five-point Likert Scale based on Fullan’s Educational Change Model (2016), reviewed literature, and related studies. The researcher used a validated and reliable questionnaire for data collection. Findings revealed that change initiatives lead to student learning outcomes. The new initiatives pointed to enhance faculty morale. A significant difference was found among faculty members by sector (public and private) regarding their perceptions. The perceptions of both public and private sector faculty members were found better aligned with Fullan’s Educational Change Model. Based on the findings of the study, it is recommended that at the university level the administrators implement a continuous improvement approach, make clear plans, use concentration, emphasize culture building, and a better approach to research. Keyword: Educational Change Management, Fullan’s Educational Change Model, Comparison, Tertiary level education.
PATRIARCHAL FAMILY TENDENCIES AND SOCIO-ECONOMIC AND PSYCHOLOGICAL EFFECTS IN PAKISTAN
Authors:   International Islamic University, Islamabad, Pakistan, Ahmed Farrah , Ferdoos Amber ,   International Islamic University, Islamabad, Pakistan, Faiz Farhan Ahmad ,   Quaid-i-Azam University, Islamabad
Published: January 2022

Pakistani families are now tended to have more sons than daughters to stabilize their future economic condition. The aim of this research was to assess the reason that set into motion this very phenomenon of sex selection and consequent impacts in the social, economic, and psychological realms. The prime concern was to comprehend how certain cultures manufacture and perpetuate gender roles in general and patriarchal tendencies in particular that are created by individuals within a society who choose to imbue a particular structure with meaning. Hence, such tendencies are constantly toyed with and negotiated by actors subscribing to and questioning them. The supremacy of male child is engineered and hence knitted well into our patriarchal socio-cultural and religious structure from which one cannot be aloof and to escape from this labelling, and to support the practice of non-medical gender selection, ‘family balancing’ has taken the position. The methods that the researcher used to collect data is constituent of two parts. First part explained rationale of the study design while the second part comprised the detailed description of each sub-part of this design including description of the questionnaire. As approach of the study was quantitative research, sampling of the study was probability sampling technique, data was collected through Face-to-Face structured interview schedule and lastly, analysis was done through SPSS. The study denotes that the son preference is the product of multifaceted psychological, social, and economic causes. It can be concluded that there are psychological, social, and economic causes as well as impacts that comprise some factors which have more importance for the nuance interpretation of the son preference than the overall factors themselves. Keywords: Patriarchy, patriarchal family tendencies, sex selection, son preference, socio-economic, psychological causes and effects.
HINDU-MUSLIM RELATIONS AND BRITISH POLITICS: THE EMERGENCE OF POLITICAL LEADERSHIP IN SOUTH ASIA
Authors:   University of Gujrat, Gujrat, Pakistan, Shabbir Ghulam , Ullah Azmat ,   Government College University, Faisalabad, Pakistan, Jawad Khizar ,   FC College University, Lahore, Pakistan
Published: January 2022

This research paper presents the historical background of Hindu-Muslim relations from their early period to the arrival of Europeans. It's an apotheosis of the social, cultural, and religious relations of the two communities, which from centuries living together and finally decided to partings of the ways. It also manifests the acme of Hindu-Muslim cooperation before the arrival of the western forces in India; especially the British. It is a brief analysis of the two prominent communities of India, the Hindu, and the Muslims. Further, it also emphasized on the factors which led these both communities towards the detestable environment. Which later became the prime reason for the Hindu-Muslim communalism and both nations living on together for hundreds of years were ready to part their ways. In this bitterness, the role of the British policy 'divide and rule' is also highlighted. Key Words: Hindu-Muslim Relations, Muslim Invaders in India, British Policy of Divide and Rule, Modern Education.
POLITICAL LEADERSHIP OF MUHAMMAD ALI JINNAH: HIS TASK MANAGEMENT TACTICS AND GOAL ORIENTATION STRATEGIES
Authors:   University of Gujrat, Gujrat, Pakistan, Shabbir Ghulam , Jawad Khizar ,   FC College University, Lahore, Pakistan, Ullah Azmat ,   Government College University, Faisalabad, Pakistan
Published: January 2022

Like most charismatic leaders Jinnah was an exceptionally gifted discrete who had the competency to pass out of his nation from solitude. It was his collective understanding of the obligation and the prominence of contribution to his nation. After the self-exile in England, his re-entry into the Indian politics strengthened the strategy of his future’s politics. The instantaneous difficulty for him was how to formulate a stratagem that could form the conditional dynamism in such a way that it generates opportunities for the Muslims to understand their determinations. This study has analysed his task management tactics and goal orientation strategies during the Freedom Movement. This is archival based research, and the argument is developed through the historical, descriptive, and analytical methods. Key Words: Jinnah, Gandhi, Nehru, Congress Ministries, Quit India Movement, Jinnah-Gandhi Talks, Cabinet Mission Plan
Research on the effect of fenugreek seed powder on the quality indicators of ryewheat bread
Authors: Бакуменко Олеся Евгеньевна , Алексеенко Елена Викторовна , Некрасова Элла Игоревна , Гильмиярова Ольга Дмитриевна
Published: January 2022

В статье приведена характеристика обогащающих ингредиентов (гороховой клетчатки «EmfibreEF 200», настоя семени льна, плодов жимолости, семян пажитника, конопляной муки) - источников пищевых волокон, применяемых в хлебопекарном производстве. Проведен выбор семян пажитника, как обогащающего ингредиента с повышенным содержанием пищевых волокон, способных оказать положительное влияние на организм человека. Дана характеристика порошка семян пажитника по влагоудерживающей и водопоглотительной способности. Исследована способность порошка из семян пажитника связывать ионы «тяжелых» металлов (на примере ионов меди). Определен способ внесения, обоснована дозировка порошка из семян пажитника и изучено его влияние на показатели качества ржано-пшеничного хлеба.

The article describes the characteristics of enriching ingredients (pea fiber «EmfibreEF 200», flax seed infusion, honeysuckle fruits, fenugreek seeds, hemp flour) - sources of dietary fiber used in baking. The selection of fenugreek was as an enriching ingredient with a high content of dietary fiber, that can have a positive effect on the human body. The characteristics of fenugreek seed powder in terms of water-retaining and water-absorbing capacities are given. The ability of powder from fenugreek seeds to bind ions of «heavy» metals (for example, copper ions) has been investigated. The method of application was determined and the dosage of fenugreek seed powder was substantiated, studied its influence on the quality indicators of rye-wheat bread.
Antimicrobial potential of the Lactococcus and Lactobacillus microorganisms
Authors: Мельникова Елена Ивановна , Богданова Екатерина Викторовна , Павельева Дарья Анатольевна
Published: January 2022

В работе описаны перспективы использования биозащитных культур при производстве продуктов питания для сохранения их качества и безопасности с целью сокращения пищевых отходов. Проанализированы основные механизмы действия и оценен антимикробный биозащитный потенциал некоторых штаммов лактококков и лактобактерий, приведены способы ингибирования контаминантов продуцированными метаболитами молочнокислых бактерий (органическими кислотами, альдегидами, кетонами, перекисями и др.). Приведен и описан механизм действия бактериоцинов, проявляющих антагонистическую активность. В заключение оценена перспектива использования биозащитных культур для увеличения сроков годности пищевых продуктов, доказано их преимущество в сравнении с химическими консервантами.

The paper describes the prospects for the usage of bioprotective crops in the production of food products to preserve their quality and safety aimed to reduce food waste. The main mechanisms of action were analyzed. The antimicrobial bioprotective potential of some strains of Lactococcus and Lactobacillus was evaluated. The methods of inhibiting contaminants produced by metabolites of lactic acid bacteria (organic acids, aldehydes, ketones, peroxides, etc.) were presented. The mechanism of action of bacteriocins exhibiting antagonistic activity was presented and described. The prospect of using bioprotective cultures to increase the shelf life of food products was evaluated in conclusion. Their advantage was proved in comparison with chemical preservatives.
Impact of macroeconomic parameters on alcohol consumption in Russia
Authors: Razvodovsky Yury
Published: January 2022

Background: A high level of alcohol consumption, a significant share in the structure of unrecorded alcohol consumption, as well as changing economic cycles, make Russia a convenient object for studying the influence of the level of income of the population on the level of alcohol consumption. Aims: to study the relationship between macroeconomic parameters and alcohol consumption in Russia at the population level. Methods: A comparative analysis of the dynamics of the main macroeconomic indicators (gross domestic product (GDP), Gini coefficient) and the level of alcohol sales, the level of alcohol consumption, the level of consumption of unrecorded alcohol in Russia in the period from 1990 to 2015 has been carried out. Results: GDP is positively correlated with alcohol sales (r = 0.45; p <0.021), negatively correlated with the general level of alcohol consumption (r = -0.68; p <0.000), as well as with the consumption of unrecorded alcohol (r = -0.79; p <0.000). The Gini coefficient is positively correlated with the level of alcohol sales, although this relationship is not statistically significant (r = 0.4; p <0.063). No relationship was found between the Gini coefficient and the overall level of alcohol consumption (r = 0.04; p <0.871), as well as the consumption of unrecorded alcohol (r = -0.13; p <0.576). Conclusions: a positive relationship was found between income and the sale of alcohol, as well as a negative relationship between income and consumption of unrecorded alcohol at the population level. The data obtained substantiate the need for synchronous indexation of excise taxes on alcohol as incomes of the population grow in order to reduce the economic availability of alcohol.
Purple Thrombocytopenic Thrombotic
Authors: Ortiz Roncallo Lina Marcela
Published: January 2022

Thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura is a rare disease of immune origin, belonging to thrombotic microangiopathies. In most cases, it can present as microangiopathic hemolytic anemia accompanied by thrombocytopenia, neurological deficit and kidney abnormalities. The present clinical case belongs to a female patient with no significant personal or family history, who went to the doctor for a clinical picture of 2 days of evolution with hematuria, general malaise, asthenia and adynamia, on physical examination without alterations, with vital signs in ranges of normality. The diagnosis of thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura was made due to hemolysis, elevated levels of lactate dehydrogenase and a reduction in serum haptoglobin accompanied by the presence of serum schistocytes> 6% in the peripheral blood smear. Thrombocytopenic purpura is a diagnostic challenge because its clinical picture is often nonspecific, making it more difficult to start its treatment in a timely manner. Another drawback is the high costs for ADAMTS13 activity tests. Despite the fact that the treatments for this disease have low success rates, in our clinical case our patient responded favorably to the treatment instituted
Perancangan Pembuatan Kemasan dan Labeling Home Industri Olahan Jagung Usaha Kelompok Desa Tonasa Kabupaten Takalar
Authors: Safutra Nur Ihwan , Herdianzah Yan , Rauf Nurhayati , Saleh Anis , P A.Dwi Wahyuni , Ahmad Arfandi , Hafid Muhammad Fachry
Published: January 2022

Processed Corn Business so far is very promising for those who cultivate it. If you look at the competitors who are engaged in the same business, there are already quite a lot. With better taste innovations, beautiful and attractive sizes, economical prices, and most importantly healthy and hygienic by providing attractive packaging and labels so that partner products are able to compete and sell well in the market. With the Processed Corn business (corn lunkhead, corn chips, popcorn, etc.) Home Processed Corn Industry Business Group Tonasa Village, Sanrobone District, Takalar Regency which already has regular customers will increase its marketing by making attractive packaging and labels to find markets and even agents who want to sell it, so there will be many who help to develop this corn processing business. The problems faced are (1) not yet given good packaging for processed corn products that are marketed and (2) not yet given labeling to introduce their products.
Numerical investigation on mechanical properties of a nanobiocomposite based on date palm fiber and nanoclays with interphase problem
Authors: MELIANI Khaled , RECHAK Said
Published: January 2022

The use of biocomposites has been a major concern in recent decades with the emergence of composites as materials that can replace conventional ones. To improve the mechanical properties of these materials, special attention is devoted to nano-reinforcements. Among these nano-reinforcements, NanoClays (NC) are attracting the attention of many researchers. This nanoparticle, in addition to being biobased, has good mechanical properties and its nanometric dimension allows it to be an interesting reinforcement for the composite because of the NC/Matrix surface contact that it develops. In this study, a 4-phase material (Matrix, NC, Palm fiber and interphase) will be studied and the effect of several parameters (Aspect Ratio (AR), distance between NC and loading point, interface thickness and interfacial conditions) will be assessed and discussed. To do this, a 3D FEM model is developed and a mesh convergence study is pre-established.
Evaluation of Inflammatory Hematological Ratios (NLR, PLR, MLR and Monocyte/HDL-Cholesterol Ratio) in Obese Adolescents
Authors:   University of Health Sciences, Istanbul Prof.Dr.Cemil Taşcıoğlu City Hospital, Department of Pediatrics, Istanbul, Turkey, Türkkan Emine , Çetin Dağ Nevin ,   University of Health Sciences, Istanbul Prof.Dr.Cemil Taşcıoğlu City Hospital, Department of Pediatrics, Istanbul, Turkey, Arabacı Çiğdem ,   University of Health Sciences, Istanbul Prof.Dr.Cemil Taşcıoğlu City Hospital, Department of Medical Microbiology Istanbul, Turkey, Dikker Okan ,   University of Health Sciences, Istanbul Prof.Dr.Cemil Taşcıoğlu City Hospital, Department of Medical Biochemistry, Istanbul, Turkey, Dağ Hüseyin ,   University of Health Sciences, Istanbul Prof.Dr.Cemil Taşcıoğlu City Hospital, Department of Pediatrics, Istanbul, Turkey,   Istanbul University, Institute of Child Health, Department of Pediatric Basic Sciences, Adolesance Health, Istanbul, Turkey
Published: January 2022

Introduction: Obesity is a gradually more important multifactorial disease in both children and adults. Obese children and adolescents are at higher risk of becoming obese in adulthood, which is associated with an increased risk of mortality and morbidity. There is subclinical systemic inflammation in obesity. The study aimed to evaluate the hematological parameters as an indicator of inflammation in obese adolescents and to show the relationship of monocyte/HDL-cholesterol ratio, having a lipid component, with other inflammatory hematological parameters. Materials and methods: We retrospectively reviewed the medical files of 60 patients, 30 obese and 30 healthy controls, aged between 11 and 16 years, who applied to the pediatric outpatient clinic. Laboratory tests, hematological parameters, gender, age, and BMI were compared between the groups. Correlations between monocyte/HDL-cholesterol ratio and other laboratory parameters in the obese group were examined. Results: BMI, Alanine aminotransferase (ALT), C-reactive protein (CRP), triglyceride, insulin, and HOMA-IR levels of the obese adolescent group were statistically significantly higher than the control group (p<0.05). There was no statistically significant difference between the obese and control groups in terms of inflammatory hematological ratios (NLR, PLR, MLR, and monocyte/HDL-cholesterol ratio) (p>0.05). There was no statistically significant relationship between monocyte/HDL-cholesterol and other inflammatory hematological rates (p>0.05). There was a positive, moderate (48.6%), and statistically significant relationship between monocyte/HDL-cholesterol and MLR (p<0.05). Conclusions: In our study, the NLR, PLR, MLR, and monocyte/HDL-cholesterol values of the obese adolescent group were similar to the control group. There was correlation between monocyte/HDL-cholesterol and monocyte/lymphocyte values. There was no correlation between other rates. Our data do not support the utility of inflammatory hematological rates as a biomarker in adolescent obesity. However, we believe that our study can shed light on other studies to be conducted.
Evaluation of the efficacy of immune plasma treatment in COVID-19 infected intensive care unit patients
Authors:   Department of Anesthesiology, Kütahya Health Sciences University Evliya, Çelebi Training and Research Hospital, Turkey, Yıldız Emel , Emre Tokur Murat ,   Department of Anesthesiology, Kütahya Health Sciences University Evliya, Çelebi Training and Research Hospital, Turkey, Özlem Bugra ,   Department of Anesthesiology, Kütahya Health Sciences University Evliya, Çelebi Training and Research Hospital, Turkey, Arık Özlem ,   Department of Biostatistics, Kütahya Health Sciences University Evliya, Çelebi Training and Research Hospital, Turkey, Balcı Canan ,   Department of Anesthesiology, Kütahya Health Sciences University Evliya, Çelebi Training and Research Hospital, Turkey
Published: January 2022

Introduction: Treatment approach in COVID-19 infection consists of antiviral, immunomodulatory, and supportive treatments. Convalescent plasma, immune plasma or hyperimmune plasma refers to the plasma that consisting of high titer polyclonal antibodies against the virus and are amidst the immunomodulatory treatments. Although it has been reported that immune plasma treatment of COVID-19 reduces hospital stay and mortality, the efficacy of immune plasma with COVID-19 infection is not clear yet. The present study aims to investigate the efficacy of immune plasma in patients who are followed up in the intensive care unit with the diagnosis of COVID-19. Materials and methods: In this retrospective study, the patients who were hospitalized in the intensive care unit with the diagnosis of COVID-19 infection were divided into two groups: those who received IP treatment (Group 1; n=28) and those who did not (Group 2; n=25). The biochemical C -reactive protein, lactate-dehydrogenase, ferritin, D-dimer, total bilirubin, creatine levels, hematological parameters (Leukocyte, neutrophil, lymphocyte, platelet counts), clinical sepsis scores (SOFA, APACHE scores) and mortality rates of the patients were evaluated according to groups. Results: There was no statistically significant difference between Group 1 and Group 2 in terms of the presence of mechanical ventilation support and tracheostomy, comorbidities, laboratory values, C -reactive protein, SOFA, APACHE scores. The mortality rate was 61% in Group 1 and 52% in Group 2. Conclusions: Our findings revealed that immune plasma treatment was not effective in recovery and decreasing the mortality rates in the COVID-19 infected intensive care unit patients. Further studies are needed to investigate the efficacy of administering immunomodulatory therapies on the outcome before the hyper inflammatory process starts.
Psychometric Properties From Geriatric Social Work Competencies Scale Ii
Authors: Dalila Carolina
Published: January 2022

The Geriatric Social Work Competencies Scale II (GSWCS II) is considered a reference in the assessment of the competencies of Gero Social Workers. The aim of the study is to examine the psychometric properties of GSWCS II in a sample of Portuguese social workers work-ing with elderly people. The GSWCS II was administered in conjunction with a specific designed socio-professional questionnaire. A total of 543 social workers were interviewed, with a mean age of 33.05 (7.57 = SD ), female (96.1%) and in management functions (72.5%). Internal consistency was verified with high values in all dimensions ( α > .9). The scale has high cor-relations with all its dimensions (> .85). The Confirmatory Factor Analysis was used to test the model, based on a five-dimensional structure, the chi-square test of adjustment ( χ 2 / df ) = 3.129 presented an acceptable index of adjustment. The GSWCS II proved to be a valid and reliable scale for this population.
TAKING FINANCIAL INTERMEDIATION BACK TO ITS ORIGINAL FUNCTIONS AND ACTIVITIES
Authors: BOUDİR Amal , KAHF Monzer
Published: January 2022

Financial intermediation is a vital function that permits money circulation by getting it from surplus units in the economy and giving it to deficit units. Unfortunately, intermediary institutions deviated from this essential function and indulged in speculative trading activities using, in the process, a complex of debt instruments which are mute (unable to create added value) by nature. In contrast, Islamic finance ideas offer ways to bring financial intermediation back to focus on its original function of channeling resources from the liquidity fluent economic units to the liquidity hungry units. This paper aims to explore the economic advantages of applying principles such as using financial instruments of sale, lease, and sharing instead of the debt-based instrument of interest lending, especially in confining financial institutions to supporting the real economy through activities of financial intermediation and preventing them from going away from this fundamental function. This is in addition to the economic advantages of incorporating ethical values in the activities of financial institutions, which make financial transactions strictly associated with what is beneficial to human welfare. This paper takes a theoretical analysis approach and is based on secondary information through financial literature, papers, and articles.
Dampak Perusahaan Perkebunan Kelapa Sawit Terhadap Perubahan Kebudayaan Masyarakat Desa Pasar Minggu Kecamatan Maro Sebo Kabupaten Muaro Jambi Provinsi Jambi
Authors: Leonik  , Anwar US Kasful
Published: January 2022

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mendeskripsikan perubahan kebudayaan yang terjadi di daerah penelitian terkait dengan keberadaan perusahaan  perkebunan  kelapa  sawit  di  Desa  Pasar Minggu. Penentuan  lokasi penelitian dilakukan secara sengaja (Purpossive).Pengumpulan data dalam penelitian ini terdiri dari data primer dan data sekunder.Untuk mendapatkan data yang lebih mendalam dilakukan wawancara mendalam  (In-depht interview)   serta   menggunakan   teknik   bola   salju   (Snowball).Berdasarkan   metode   yang   digunakan, hasil penelitian  menunjukkan  bahwa  terjadinya  perubahan kebudayaan masyarakat  Desa  Pasar Minggu  Kecamatan Maro Sebo  Kabupaten  Muaro Jambi  Provinsi  Jambi.  Perubahan  itu  di  mulai  dari  perubahan  mata  pencaharian  masyarakat  yang  kemudian  proses inovasi,  difusi,  dan  integrasi  mempengaruhi  unsur-unsur  kebudayaan masyarakat  di  Desa Pasar Minggu yaitu  sistem  peralatan  hidup,sistem  kepercayaan,  organisasi  sosial,  kesenian,bahasa,  dan  sistem  pengetahuan.Keberadaan  perusahaan perkebunan  kelapa  sawit PT.  Batang Hari Sawit Sejahtera (BSS),  Kertapersada di  Desa  Pasar Minggu juga  menimbulkan  dampak  terhadap  masyarakat  Desa  Pasar minggu,  baik  itu dampak   positif   maupun   dampak   negatif.   Dampak   positif   seperti   kesempatan   kerja,   peluang   berusaha, peningkatan  pendapatan  masyarakat,  bantuan  pendidikan,  serta  betambah  dan berkembangnya  organisasi  di masyarakat.  Sedangkan dampak  negatifnya  persaingan  untuk  mendapatkan  pekerjaan  yang  lebih  layak  di perusahaan antara masyarakat Desa Pasar Minggu dengan pendatang. Tidak hanya itu, mudahnya arus informasi masuk dan bertambahnya penduduk menjadikan masyarakat yang heterogen sehingga  pengaruh narkoba dan sabu-sabu  sangat  mudah  mempengaruhi  dan  akhirnya  digunakan  masyarakat  terutama  Pemuda  Pasar Minggu.
A Comparison Of Group and Individual Clinical Supervision
Authors: Franco Eric , DiMaio-McCracken Jennifer , Innocenti Jennifer
Published: January 2022

The authors’ agree that clinical supervision is critical to therapists’ professional development whether the therapist is a veteran or a novice. It is equally important when conducting individual or group therapy sessions. The important aspect of clinical supervision is that it enhances lifelong learning and transforms relationships in the workplace. Regardless of the level of education that the therapist may attain [masters or doctorate]; an effective clinical supervision improves clinical and personal experiences. Moreover, clinical supervisors should support effective clinical supervision because it supports therapists’ employment longevity and helps them to develop exceptional clinical skills within their professional fields. The authors utilized meta-analysis of scholarly knowledge of prior research studies on the topic of group and individual clinical supervision in order to educate academics and therapists about the importance of comparing group and individual supervision as well as the pathway to professional development. The authors did not utilize the scholarly knowledge of prior research studies to create new knowledge; however, the authors’ primary purpose of this article is to enhance understanding of group and individual clinical supervision and how it can improve therapists’ professional development. Keywords: Group Supervision, Individual Supervision, Clinical Supervision
Factors Contributing To The Overrepresentation Of Minorities In Special Education
Authors: Saporito Melissa
Published: January 2022

In educational systems across the nation the overrepresentation of minority students in special education remains one of the most pressing civil rights issues of this time. This problem was first noted nearly 50 years ago by Lloyd Dunn, a pioneer in the field of disability education, and continues today. The impact of this persistent overrepresentation has negative implications on the lives and futures of each misidentified student and is a factor that perpetuates institutionalized oppression. A review of literature on the disproportionality of minorities in special education identified many complex variables contributing to this endemic situation. This paper will address the phenomenon through the following: social structure, school context, and the eligibility process (Bal, Sullivan & Harper, 2014: Klingner & Harry, 2006). The last section will present promising practices suggested in the literature for application to ameliorate educational practice. Keywords: Special Education, Minorities
Anxiety Relief Through The Process Of Eliminating Cognitive Distortions
Authors: DiMaio-McCracken Jennifer
Published: January 2022

The author discusses the process of cognitive distortions and the skills needed to relieve anxiety. Cognitive distortions are presented, along with ways to identify them. There are many common forms of cognitive distortions discussed in this paper. Therapy methods can help clients change, cope with, or stop cognitive distortions. Anxiety is a common form of distorted reality, causing fear and difficulty processing information. People are empowered to change their distortions. Supervisors can help therapists be more effective when supporting clients’ distortions. Additional behavioral therapy skills can help clients change negative distortions. The author’s primary purpose with this paper is to educate clinicians and therapists. Keywords: Anxiety, Cognitive Distortions, Clinicians, Therapists