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CONHECIMENTO DOS USUÁRIOS DE UM CENTRO DE ESPECIALIDADES MÉDICAS SOBRE A FISIOTERAPIA
Authors: Candido Martins Gabrielle , Da Silva Ravali Jéssica , Catarim Fabiano Lilian , Dei Tos Débora
Published: December 2023

A fisioterapia é uma ciência da área da saúde que se ocupa com a prevenção e o tratamento das disfunções cinéticas e funcionais em órgãos e sistemas do corpo humano. Este trabalho objetivou analisar o conhecimento dos usuários de um Centro de especialidades médicas em um município do noroeste do estado do Paraná sobre a atuação do profissional fisioterapeuta. Trata-se de um estudo transversal, exploratório de caráter quantitativo descritivo. Foram entrevistados 103 indivíduos, 97,09% já ouviram falar sobre fisioterapia, 54,30% nunca necessitou de atendimento fisioterapêutico e 60,20% nunca realizaram consulta junto ao profissional da fisioterapia. Sobre o que é a fisioterapia, 96,12% afirmam se tratar de uma forma de reabilitação e/ou tratamento, 98,06% exercício e movimento, 63,11% relaxamento e/ou massagem, 68,93% prevenção, 92,23% que está relacionada aos benefícios da fisioterapia em geral, 56,31% aborda a psicoterapia e 67,96% acreditam existir outras definições. Quanto aos recursos que o fisioterapeuta utiliza, 87,38% afirmaram ser aparelhos e agentes elétricos e/ou térmicos, 94,17% exercício, 67,96% massagem, 71,84% peso, 85,44% bola, 78,64% auxílio/marcha e 76,70% outros recursos. Sobre as situações e/ou pessoas que precisam dos serviços de fisioterapia, 18,45% acreditaram ser pessoas sadias, 91,26% acamados, idosos e doenças geriátricas, 90,29% deficientes físicos, 86,41% lesões e/ou algias musculoesqueléticas, 86,41% doenças neurológicas, 65,05% doenças respiratórias e cardíacas, 40,78 necessidades estéticas e 69,90 outras situações e/ou pessoas. Evidenciou-se o incipiente conhecimento sobre a fisioterapia. Percebeu-se a presença predominante da perspectiva curativo-reabilitadora sobre a atuação profissional, cuja aplicabilidade mostrou-se associada principalmente às pessoas com alguma necessidade ou quadro patológico.
ANÁLISE DE PÁGINAS DA REDE SOCIAL INSTAGRAM® COM FOCO NA UTILIZAÇÃO COMO FERRAMENTA AUXILIAR DO PROCESSO DE ENSINO E APRENDIZAGEM DO FILO ARTHROPODA
Authors: Paula de Souza Valim Ana , Sandro Barros de Souza Alex , Elias Marcelo Alberto
Published: December 2023

As redes sociais estão muito presentes no dia a dia dos alunos, o que as tornaram uma ferramenta auxiliar no processo de ensino-aprendizagem, pois é um espaço acessível a toda a população. Visando a disciplina de zoologia de invertebrados, mais especificamente a classe do Filo Arthropoda, os pequenos invertebrados que possuem características que precisam ser vistas de perto para facilitar uma melhor diferenciação de suas espécies, este trabalho teve como objetivo analisar redes sociais de divulgação científica, a fim de ver os seus respectivos alcances e engajamentos na rede social Instagram. A partir da análise desses ambientes virtuais pode-se observar que é possível promover uma articulação potente entre conhecimento científico e sociedade, assim como potencializar o ensino e aprendizagem a partir de recursos midiáticos que fazem parte do cotidiano dos estudantes. Dito de outra forma, os resultados dessa pesquisa colaboraram com a perspectivas que trazem as redes sociais como ferramentas de facilitação da aprendizagem.
Effect of SARS-CoV-2 infection on semen parameters in sperm bank volunteers with normal sperm concentration
Authors: Wang Li , Han Wen-Kai , Song Xiao-Hui , Zhang Qi-Lin , Guan An-Quan , Gao Yuan , Ma Jin-Long
Published: December 2023

In this study, we aimed to assess the effect of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) infection on semen parameters. The study comprised 110 sperm volunteers who self-reported SARS-CoV-2 infection from the Human Sperm Bank of the Center for Reproductive Medicine, Shandong University (Jinan, China). The volunteers had normal sperm concentration before infection. Each volunteer provided semen samples before and after infection. We selected 90 days after infection as the cutoff point. Semen parameters within 90 days after infection of 109 volunteers (group A) were compared with semen parameters before infection. Moreover, semen parameters on or after 90 days after infection of 36 volunteers (group B) were compared with semen parameters before infection. Furthermore, based on whether the volunteers had completed the three-dose SARS-CoV-2 vaccination booster, volunteers in group A and B were further divided into two subgroups separately. Semen parameters were compared before and after infection in each subgroup. Our results showed that in this cohort population, the semen quality in volunteers with normal sperm concentrations before infection decreased after SARS-CoV-2 infection within 90 days, while the semen quality returned to preinfection levels after 90 days. The completion of a three-dose SARS-CoV-2 vaccination booster may exert a protective effect on semen quality after infection.
Current prevalence and determinants of generalized anxiety disorder from a nationally representative, population-based survey of India
Authors: Jayasankar Pavithra , Suhas Satish , Nirisha Lakshmi P. , Philip Sharad , Manjunatha Narayana , Rao Girish N. , Gururaj Gopalkrishna , Varghese Mathew , Benegal Vivek ,   NMHS National Collaborators Group
Published: December 2023

Introduction:

Generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) is one of the common anxiety disorders leading to impairment and burden. However, GAD remains the least studied anxiety disorder. There is a need for nationally representative epidemiological data of GAD to understand the current burden and plan the mental health policies and programs to attain their unmet needs. Hence, this study focuses on epidemiology, socio-demographic correlates, disability, and treatment gap of GAD from India's National Mental Health Survey (NMHS) 2016.

Materials and Methods:

NMHS 2016 was a nationally representative epidemiological survey of adult respondents from 12 states of India. NMHS is a multi-stage, stratified, random cluster sampling with random selection based on probability proportional to size at each stage. The Mini-International Neuropsychiatric Interview 6.0.0 used to diagnose psychiatric disorders. Sheehan disability scale was used to assess the disability. The current weighted prevalence of GAD was estimated. Association between GAD and socio-demographic factors was done using Firth's penalized logistic regression. The treatment gap and disability in GAD also calculated.

Results:

The current weighted prevalence of GAD is 0.57%. The male gender and higher education groups have significantly lesser odds with current GAD. Urban metro and the married group have significantly higher odds with current GAD. The most common comorbid psychiatric disorders are depression (15.8%) followed by agoraphobia (9.4%). Among respondents with current GAD in the past 6 months across three domains, around 2/5th has mild and moderate disability, 1/10th has a severe disability, and 1/20th has an extreme disability. The overall treatment gap of current GAD is 75.7%.

Conclusion:

NMHS 2016 has provided valuable insights into the epidemiology and burden of GAD among the general population. The available findings provide a glimpse of the current scenario in GAD to aid policymakers in targeting interventions.
Epidemiological analysis of mental health morbidity in Tamil Nadu
Authors: Dinakaran Damodharan , Krishna Arpitha , Elangovan Aravind Raj , Amudhan Senthil , Muthuswamy Selvi , Ramasubramanian Chellamuthu , Sivakumar Palanimuthu T. , Rao Girish N. , Gururaj Gopalkrishna , Varghese Mathew , Benegal Vivek
Published: December 2023

Background:

Existing psychiatric epidemiological studies from Tamil Nadu with methodological limitations and variations had under-reported the prevalence of mental morbidity. Robust data from a representative population-based epidemiological study are not readily available to guide mental health programs in Tamil Nadu.

Aim:

This study aimed to estimate the prevalence, correlates, and treatment gap of mental morbidity in the state of Tamil Nadu using data from National Mental Health Survey (NMHS) of India, 2015–2016.

Materials and Methods:

NMHS in Tamil Nadu was conducted in 60 clusters of 4 districts (Trichy, Tirunelveli, Thoothukudi, and Namakkal) using a door-to-door survey and multistage sampling proportionate to rural, urban nonmetro, and urban metro population. Mini-International Neuropsychiatric Interview (M.I.N.I version 6) and Fagerstrom nicotine dependence scale were administered on a representative adult (aged ≥18 years) sample to assess the mental morbidity. Prevalence and 95% confidence intervals (CIs) were estimated after weighing the sample for survey design.

Results:

A total of 3059 adults from 1069 households were interviewed. The overall weighted prevalence of lifetime and current mental morbidity was 19.3% (95% CI: 19.0%–19.6%) and 11.8% (95% CI: 11.6%–12.0%) respectively. Participants who were men (largely contributed by substance-use disorders), aged 40–49 years, from rural areas, and from lower income quintile had higher prevalence of mental morbidity. The treatment gap was 94.2% for any mental health problem. Common mental disorders (depression, anxiety, and substance-use) accounted for most of the morbidity.

Conclusion:

The burden and treatment gap for mental health morbidity is high in Tamil Nadu. The findings call for urgent policy level and systemic action to strengthen mental health program in Tamil Nadu.
Exploring the enigma of low prevalence of post-traumatic stress disorder in India
Authors: Chandna Ateev S. , Suhas Satish , Patley Rahul , Dinakaran Damodharan , Manjunatha Narayana , Rao Girish N. , Gururaj Gopalkrishna , Varghese Mathew , Benegal Vivek ,   NMHS National Collaborators Group
Published: December 2023

Introduction:

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a chronic psychiatric condition associated with significant distress and dysfunction. While worldwide estimates of prevalence range from 3.9% to 24%, little research has been conducted to identify the prevalence of PTSD in the general population of India. This study analyzes data from the National Mental Health Survey 2015-2016, a comprehensive epidemiological study of mental health disorders in India, to explore the unique characteristics and prevalence of PTSD in the Indian population.

Materials and Methods:

The National Mental Health Survey 2015-2016 employed a multiple-stage, stratified, cluster-sampling methodology, covering 39,532 individuals in 12 states of India. The Mini-International Neuropsychiatric Interview (MINI) version 6.0.0 was used to diagnose psychiatric disorders, including PTSD. A detailed analysis of sociodemographic profiles, prevalence patterns, comorbidities, economic and social impact, and treatment-seeking behavior was conducted. Firth penalized logistic regression was employed to identify associated sociodemographic factors.

Results:

The study revealed a low prevalence of PTSD in India at 0.2%, significantly lower than global averages. Factors associated with PTSD included female gender, middle age (40-49 years), and urban residence. The study also highlighted a high rate of comorbid mood and anxiety disorders, substantial disability, poor treatment-seeking behavior, and significant suicidal risk among individuals with PTSD.

Conclusion:

Our findings underscore the need for culturally informed diagnostic and management programs to accurately identify and address PTSD in the Indian population. Cultural nuances, stigma, and the use of Western-derived diagnostic instruments likely contribute to the underidentification and undertreatment of PTSD in India. The study emphasizes the importance of recognizing and addressing these challenges to improve mental health outcomes in India.
A study of disability and socio-economic impact of mental morbidities from the state of Madhya Pradesh, India
Authors: Singh Vijender , Sutar Roshan F. , Gupta Suruchi , Pakhare Abhijit P. , Kokane Arun M. , Aravind B. A. , Gururaj Gopalkrishna , Varghese Mathew , Benegal Vivek , Rao Girish N.
Published: December 2023

Background:

Disability associated with mental illness has a disproportionate impact on the work, social, and family responsibilities of an individual toward society. The evidence for disability in mental illnesses would help the clinician, caregivers, policymakers, and various stakeholders to come up with sustainable solutions not only to help fill the existing gaps in care but also to develop new avenues as per the specific needs of the population of Madhya Pradesh (MP).

Aim:

To estimate the burden of disability related to mental illnesses in the state of MP.

Materials and Methods:

A multi-site cross-sectional study was conducted in 2015–16 as part of National Mental Health Survey among adults above 18 years of age. Samples were selected using multi-stage, stratified, random cluster sampling based on probability proportionate to size. Six tehsils with one urban metro out of four districts from a total of 50 districts were selected in the state of MP. The Sheehan Disability Scale and socio-economic impact of illness (from selected questions from WHO-Disability Assessment Schedule-2.0) were used to assess mental morbidity and the subjective reporting of disability.

Results:

The weighted prevalence of disability (n = 1011) was found as 10.2%, 13.1%, and 13.9%, respectively, in work/school, social life, and family/home domains. The weighted prevalence of moderate to extreme disability in the same domains was, respectively, 5.1%, 6.7%, and 7.3%. The presence of common mental disorders (CMDs) increases the odds of self-reported disability in work [odds ratio (OR) 2.48, 95% CI 1.35 to 4.59], social life (OR 2.74, 95% CI 1.50 to 5.07), and family domains (OR 3.03, 95% CI1.62 to 5.74). When combined with common mental disorders, tobacco use disorder further escalates the odds of self-reported disability in all three domains [OR 7.10, confidence interval (CI) 3.15 to 16.37; 4.93, CI 2.19 to 11.28; and 7.10, CI 2.78 to 19.25]. Currently, non-working persons had a higher disability in social life and family life domains (P = 0.003 and P = 0.021), respectively.

Conclusion:

We report a substantial magnitude of disability in social, work, and family life domains. Participants having CMDs, female gender, and those non-working had more disabilities and would require targeted interventions.
A bird's eye view of the mental health systems in India
Authors: Suhas Satish , Arvind Banavaram A. , Sukumar Gautham M. , Banandur Pradeep S. , Nirisha Lakshmi P. , Kumar Channaveerachari N. , Benegal Vivek , Rao Girish N. , Varghese Mathew , Gururaj Gopalkrishna ,   NMHS National Collaborators Group
Published: December 2023

Background:

A staggering 85% of the global population resides in low- and middle-income countries (LAMICs). India stands as an exemplary pioneer in the realm of mental health initiatives among LAMICs, having launched its National Mental Health Program in 1982. It is imperative to effectively evaluate mental health systems periodically to cultivate a dynamic learning model sustained through continuous feedback from mental healthcare structures and processes.

Materials and Methods:

The National Mental Health Survey (NMHS) embarked on the Mental Health Systems Assessment (MHSA) in 12 representative Indian states, following a pilot program that contextually adapted the World Health Organization's Assessment Instrument for Mental Health Systems. The methodology involved data collection from various sources and interviews with key stakeholders, yielding a set of 15 quantitative, 5 morbidity, and 10 qualitative indicators, which were employed to encapsulate the functional status of mental health systems within the surveyed states by using a scorecard framework.

Results:

The NMHS MHSA for the year 2015–16 unveiled an array of indices, and the resultant scorecard succinctly encapsulated the outcomes of the systems' evaluation across the 12 surveyed states in India. Significantly, the findings revealed considerable interstate disparities, with some states such as Gujarat and Kerala emerging as frontrunners in the evaluation among the surveyed states. Nevertheless, notable gaps were identified in several domains within the assessed mental health systems.

Conclusion:

MHSA, as conducted within the framework of NMHS, emerges as a dependable, valid, and holistic mechanism for documenting mental health systems in India. However, this process necessitates periodic iterations to serve as critical indicators guiding the national mental health agenda, including policies, programs, and their impact evaluation.
Prevalence and pattern of mental disorders in the state of West Bengal: Findings from the National Mental Health Survey of India 2016
Authors: Sarkar Sukanto , Basu Aniruddha , Mandal Sucharita , Jayashankar Pavithra , Saha Pradeep K. , Misra Raghunath , Sinha Debasish , Neogi Rajarshi , Saha Soumyadeep , Benegal Vivek , Rao Girish N. , Varghese Mathew , Gururaj Gopalkrishna
Published: December 2023

Background:

West Bengal, situated in eastern India, comprising 19 districts as of 2016 and consisting of 9.13 crore population, had been one of the participating states in the National Mental Health Survey, 2015–16.

Aim:

To estimate the prevalence and pattern of mental disorders in a representative population in West Bengal.

Materials and Methods:

Based upon a multi-stage stratified random cluster sampling with probability proportionate to each stage, 2646 eligible individuals were interviewed. Standard validated instruments in Bengali like socio-demographic profiles and Mini International Neuropsychiatric Interview (MINI) version 6 were used by trained data collectors with quality monitoring as per a standardized protocol.

Results:

The current prevalence of mental illness in the state of West Bengal is 13.07% (12.9–13.24 95% CI), which is more than the current national average of 10.56% (10.51–10.61 95% CI). The prevalence of severe mental illness of 2.32% and suicide risk of 1.75% (1.68–1.81 95% CI) is higher than the national average. The common mental illness prevalence is 11.29 (11.13–11.45 95% CI), which is similar to the national weighted average. In West Bengal, severe mental illness is more concentrated in the rural areas in contrast to the national trend. Also, the prevalence of alcohol use disorder is 3.04 (2.96–3.13 95% CI) and epilepsy is 0.03 (0.27–0.29 95% CI), which is less than the national average.

Conclusion:

The prevalence of mental disorders in the state of West Bengal is higher than the national average, and for severe mental illness, the prevalence is the highest as compared to the national average.
The relation between the serum level of glycosylated hemoglobin and corneal endothelial cell loss in phacoemulsification
Authors: Hosny Mohamed , Abdelal Marwa , Shaarawy Mai , Rashad Ahmed , Marrie Ayah
Published: December 2023

Purpose:

To evaluate corneal endothelium (CE) changes and function after uneventful phacoemulsification in relation to the level of glycosylated hemoglobin (HbA1c).

Patients and Methods:

A prospective interventional case-control study was conducted on 76 eyes, divided into two groups: Group 1 included 38 eyes of diabetic patients, which was further divided into three subgroups according to the level of HbA1c; Group A (strict control HbA1c < 7 mg/dL), Group B (moderate control HbA1c 7–9 mg/dL), and Group C (poorly controlled HbA1c > 9 mg/dL), and Group 2 included 38 eyes of nondiabetic patients. All participants had a full ophthalmological examination, assessment of the level of HbA1c, preoperative evaluation of CE by specular microscopy, uneventful phacoemulsification, and reassessment of CE by specular microscopy 3 weeks after surgery.

Results:

Three weeks after surgery, statistically significant changes in CE parameters regarding endothelial cell density, ACG, and standard deviation in both groups were found, with greater changes in diabetics. The poorer the control of diabetes (higher preoperative HbA1c), the greater the impact on postoperative CE changes, but the changes were of no statistical significance.

Conclusion:

Diabetics are more vulnerable to CE damage during phacoemulsification, and the higher the preoperative HbA1c, the more the damage. So, strict preoperative diabetic control is advisable before phacoemulsification.
Opioid-free Anaesthesia and Analgesia in a Sickle Cell Disease Patient with Extensive Orthopaedic Soft-tissue Surgery
Authors: Ojo Abayomi Kolawole , Adetoye Adedapo Omowonuola , Ibigbami Olanrewaju Ibikunle , Ajayeoba Olumuyiwa Tope , Folami Emmanuel Oladayo , Ekwem Chidozie Uche , Ajefolakemi John Olusinmi
Published: December 2023

The provision of anaesthesia through techniques devoid of opioid is referred to as opioid-free anaesthesia. Both pain crisis in sickle cell (SC) disease and poor postoperative pain care worsens patient morbidity. This is a case report of a 22-year-old female SC anaemia patient, who had bilateral quadricepsplasty. Sickle Cell disease is common among individuals of African race and opioids are often abused during the out-of-hospital treatment of pain crisis. We report the case of pentazocine addiction resulting in severe bilateral quadriceps fibrosis. Thus, it was necessary to avoid opioid-based anaesthesia. A combined spinal epidural anaesthesia using magnesium adjunct was applied. The analgesic function of magnesium is linked to the blockade of the N-methyl-D-aspartate receptor. The subarachnoid block was achieved with 3.5 mL of 0.5% heavy bupivacaine (17.5 mg), while epidural anaesthesia was done with 14 mL of 0.25% plain bupivacaine (37.5 mg) and 1 mL of 2 mg/kg of magnesium, (i.e., 120 mg). After the surgery, the surgical sites were infiltrated with 10 mL of 0.25% plain bupivacaine (25 mg) on each limb. Intravenous magnesium-sulfate 5 mg/kg (i.e., 300 mg), was added to 500 mL of crystalloids to run every 4 h. Furthermore, 1 mL of 2 mg/kg magnesium, (i.e., 120 mg,) was added to the 14 mL of 0.125% plain bupivacaine to make 15 mL of magnesium–bupivacaine admixture, every 4 h. These were given for 48 h. The Visual Analog Scale pain scores reduced from 9/10 to 5-6/10 and then to 3/10 over a 6-h period and remained at or lower than 3/10 throughout the postoperative period. Adequate haemodynamics, oxygenation, hydration, warmth, and urine output were ensured. The postoperative period was crisis free.
Lithium-Ion Battery Thermal Event and Protection: A
Review
Authors: Chang Chi-Hao , Gorin Craig , Zhu Bizhong , Beaucarne Guy , Ji Guo , Yoshida Shin
Published: December 2023

The exponentially growing electrification market is driving demand for
lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) with high performance. However, LIB thermal runaway
events are one of the unresolved safety concerns. Thermal runaway of an
individual LIB can cause a chain reaction of runaway events in nearby cells, or
thermal propagation, potentially causing significant battery fires and
explosions. Such a safety issue of LIBs raises a huge concern for a variety of
applications including electric vehicles (EVs). With increasingly higher
energy-density battery technologies being implemented in EVs to enable a longer
driving mileage per charge, LIB safety enhancement is becoming critical for
customers. This comprehensive review offers an encompassing overview of
prevalent abuse conditions, the thermal event processes and mechanisms
associated with LIBs, and various strategies for suppression, prevention, and
mitigation. Importantly, the report presents a unique vantage point,
amalgamating insights sourced not only from academic research but also from a
pragmatic industrial perspective, thus enriching the breadth and depth of the
information presented.
Analysis on the Thermal Behavior of Lithium-Ion Battery with
Nickel-Rich Cathode and Silicon-Carbon Composite Anode
Authors: Yao Zhanhui , Wang Jia , Zhang Yuemeng
Published: December 2023

Compared with traditional internal combustion engine vehicles, electric vehicles
still have shortfall in driving range and energy replenishment time. In order to
continuously improve the driving range of electric vehicles, the
high-nickel/silicon-carbon lithium-ion battery with high energy density is a
promising industrialized application route. However, with the increase of
battery energy density, the heat generation of battery usually increases, which
will inevitably bring greater heat dissipation problems to the battery thermal
management system. To design a good thermal management system, the first thing
is to accurately measure and deeply understand the heat generation
characteristics of the battery. In this work, the heat generation behavior of a
high-nickel
LiNi0.8Co0.1Mn0.1O2/silicon-carbon
pouch-type battery under different operating conditions were tested by an
isothermal battery calorimeter. The influence of current rate, current
direction, and operating temperature on the heat generation characteristics of
the battery was systematically analyzed. A comparison between heat generation
power of batteries with different cathode/anode materials was provided. The
research results of this article can deepen the understanding of the heat
generation behavior of
LiNi0.8Co0.1Mn0.1O2/silicon-carbon
battery and provide guideline for the design of thermal management system.
Old Aesthetics, New Ethics
Authors: Burcar Lilijana
Published: December 2023

The depiction of the class struggle features prominently in the American canon of the first half of the 20th century. However, the emphasis has been almost exclusively on prose fiction to the exclusion of the works of poets such as Claude McKay, one of the central figures of the early Harlem Renaissance and the leading figure among socially engaged English-speaking poets at the time. The article redresses this imbalance by drawing attention to McKay’s socially engaged sonnets, which helped to expand the horizons and culturally empower the exploited poor in America (and by extension the proletariat in England) to resist and overcome racist ideology in their common struggle for universal social justice. McKay makes use of a traditional, highly aestheticized sonnet form, while giving it a new ethical premise and fresh impetus.
Investigation of in vitro antidiabetic and antioxidant activity of hawthorn vinegar obtained from Endemic Crataegus tanacetifolia (Poir.) Pers.
Authors: AKGÜN Feyza , TUĞLU Nigar Sıla , AÇIL Yasemin Gülbahar , ERUYGUR Nuraniye
Published: December 2023

In this study, the in vitro antidiabetic, antioxidant activity and total flavonoid content (TFC) and total phenolic content (TPC) of vinegar obtained from endemic Crataegus tanacetifolia (Lam.) Pers. (Rosaceae), (hawthorn) were examined. The hawthorn vinegar obtained from Malatya province (MS) and the vinegar (TS) obtained from Konya were used as study material. Their antidiabetic activity was determined by α-amylase and α-glucosidase inhibitory methods. Antioxidant activities were determined using 2,2-diphenyl-1-picrylhydrazyl (DPPH), 2,2′-azino-bis (3-ethylbenzothiazoline-6-sulfonic acid) (ABTS) and ferrous iron chelating (FCA) assays. The absorbance were read in the Elisa reader and evaluated with Excel and GraphPad programs. The MS has been found to have higher α- amylase (95.12± 3.71%) and α-glucosidase inhibitory (81.62 ± 0.33%) effects. The TS demonstrated (94.13 ± 3.85%) α-amylase and (75.35 ± 2.19%) α-glucosidase inhibitory activity, respectively. The TPC was found to be in TS (467.59 ± 6.73) mg GAE/mL MS (328.46 ± 5.50) mg GAE/mL. The TFC was found as (1.94 ± 10.36) mg CE/mL and (1.32 ± 10.96) mg CE/mL in TS and MS vinegar, respectively. The FCA was found to be in TS (33.37 ± 0.53%) MS (31.08 ± 10.87%). The DPPH radical scavenging activity was found as (73.82 ± 2.12%) in TS and (80.12 ± 4.45%) in MS. ABTS radical scavenging activity was found to be the highest in TS with (82.51± 0.78%) and in MS found as (78.65 ± 0.55%). The antidiabetic, antioxidant activity, TPC and TFC determinations of these vinegars were performed for the first time with these methods.
Detection of Minchinia mytili DNA in mussels (Mytilus galloprovincialis) after a mass mortality event in the Adriatic Sea
Authors: Zupičić Ivana Giovanna , Oraić Dražen , Arzul Isabelle , Canier Lydie , Noyer Mathilde , Chollet Bruno , Zrnčić Snježana
Published: December 2023

We investigated a mass mortality event of Mediterranean mussels (Mytilus galloprovincialis) in the Novigrad Sea, Croatia during winter 2022/2023. The mortality rate was up to 70% and was initially linked to an influx of freshwater from the Zrmanja River. Despite mitigation measures that included placing mussels deeper to avoid the influence of freshwater, mortalities continued. Subsequent analysis of 64 samples using cytology, histolology and real-time PCR to exclude listed diseases, yielded negative results. PCR testing for Haplosporidium pinnae revealed the presence of a haplosporidian-like DNA resembling Minchinia mytili. In the study of predominant bacteria, Psychrobacter sp., Colwellia sp., and Vibrio splendidus were detected. Histological examination showed no haplosporidium structures, and in situ hybridisation with probes for detection of Haplosporiidae did not confirmed the presence of M. mytili in mussel tissue. However, our study reports the first detection of M. mytili DNA in the Adriatic Sea, emphasising the need for extensive research and further analysis to determine the exact cause of these mass mortality events and the origin of the haplosporidium DNA.
The Implementation of Valsava Manuever on Pain Reduction During IV Cannulation : A literature review
Authors: Pratiwi Anggi
Published: December 2023

Intravenous cannulation is one of the most commonly performed invasive procedures in clinical practice. Inserting a cannula into a vein is a routine procedure, which in some patients may none the less cause discomfort.  It can cause significant pain and also distress.  Valsalva maneuver is non-invasive, non-pharmacological and effective method to reduce pain.  The purpose of this literature review is to get an overview of the implementation of valsava manuever on Pain Reduction During IV Cannulation based on empirical studies in the last ten year. The method used in the search for articles is based on the period 2013-2022 through searches from databases such as Pubmed, Proquest, Ebsco, Sciencedirect, google scholar and CINAHL There were seven articles used for the review of this paper. The result indicate that valsava manuever effective in reducing the pain in patients undergoing intravenous cannulation. Valsalva maneuver can be incorporated by nurses as a measure of pain relief among patients receiving intravenous cannulation.
KRATKOROČNA PROGNOZA POTROŠNJE ELEKTRIČNE ENERGIJE PUTEM VIŠESTRUKE LINEARNE REGRESIJE (MLR) I NEURALNE MREŽE SA VIŠESLOJNIM PERCEPTRONOM (MLP)
Authors: Urošević Vladimir , Marković Željko ,   University of Belgrade, School of Electrical Engineering, Serbia
Published: December 2023

Forecasting of electricity demand is the first and the most important step in energy management, investment decisions in electricity trading, and planning of electrical systems in a liberalized electricity market. Depending on the forecast time horizon, the different methods are in use: from simple classification and prediction algorithms, different statistical regression methods, fuzzy logic, neural networks, to hybrid systems that combine multiple approaches. The paper examines two methodological approaches. Within the framework of the first approach, multiple linear regression is considered, while the second approach involves the application of an artificial neural network - a multilayer perceptron. The results of these two approaches are finally compared with the modified KNN (k-Nearest Neighbors) algorithm, which, in addition to temperature, considers the actual consumption diagrams from the recent past. All the mentioned approaches are used for the short-term forecast of hourly electricity consumption, at the level of two days in advance, for the consumption of the Republic of Serbia. Based on specific results, the paper explains the advantages and disadvantages of each of the selected models.
REAKTIVNE SPOSOBNOSTI VETROELEKTRANA – PRELIMINARNE ANALIZE, PROJEKTOVANJE I ISPITIVANJA
Authors: Dotlić Gojko , Roganović Rade , Petrović Lazar , Janković Dejan
Published: December 2023

The investment on any large Wind Power Plant (WPP) which will be connected to the transmission system needs the preliminary analyses reactive power capability of future WPP in accordance with Transmission System Operator (TSO) Grid Code requirements. In the past, it was studied in the Connection Studies which have been provided by TSO, but currently this is abandoned to the Investors or to the Balance of Plant (BOP) Contractors. The preliminary analysis of reactive capabilities of WPPs are based on a power flow method for radial networks with representation of distributed Wind Turbine Generators (WTG) as an equivalent single-machine system, operating at rated voltage of middle voltage (MV) collector system, assumed power factor (cosφ) and WTG’s rated current. Presented preliminary analysis of reactive capabilities of WPPs includes the models of complete electrical infrastructure up to the point of connection WPP to the grid. The methodology of preliminary analyses reactive power capability of future WPP presented in this paper may help to Investors and BOP Contractors to make decisions related to necessity of equipment for reactive power compensation, depending on technical characteristics of WPP elements (WTGs, cable collector system and station power transformers, capacitor banks, STATCOM or SVC systems). The paper also discovers some insufficiently defined touch points between Serbian Grid Code requirements and Investors in wind energy projects. Accordingly, the Authors of this paper recommended the upgrading of this document in the area of requirements towards WPPs.
ASSESSING THE INFLUENCE OF LEADERSHIP STYLE ON MARKET ORIENTATION CULTURE AT GHANA BROADCASTING CORPORATION (GBC)
Authors: Opoku Razak Kojo , Boakye Isaac
Published: December 2023

Leadership has been observed to be a critical factor in influencing several organizational outcomes. The purpose of the study was to assess the influence leadership is likely to have on the marketing orientation attitude of an organization using Ghana Broadcasting Corporation (GBC) as the case study. One of the key backdrops to this study was the fact that Ghana Broadcasting Corporation has been criticized for long to have lacked a sharp marketing edge on the market, thus, the corporation lacks the ability to capitalize the governmental cushion it has as well as the numerous affiliates it can boast of. The study approached quantitatively using closed-ended questionnaires to collect data from the respondents. The researchers also espoused the correlational design to establish the relationship between the two study variables. Stratified and purposive sampling techniques were adopted in selecting the sample. A total of 150 respondents were targeted purposively and conveniently. Data was analyzed using correlation analysis. The study revealed that there was an insignificant relationship between leadership style and market orientation. Furthermore, the organization was low on marketing orientation culture.
 

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THE IMPACT OF INDIAN CULTURE ON VIETNAM FROM THE ASPECT OF DIPLOMATIC EXCHANGE AND COOPERATION
Authors: Duc Tran Minh
Published: December 2023

India is a South Asian country with a land area of 3,287,590 km2, the world's second-largest population, and the world's seventh-largest economy in nominal GDP (2016). More than 2000 years ago, the Southeast Asian native culture class of Vietnam, alongside the Chinese cultural mainstream, is the bold mark of Indian culture. Since the Cold War, India has continued to advance its policy toward the East through diplomatic relations, and Vietnam is one of the countries with which India has established early diplomatic relations. The continuous exchange and cooperation from the past to the present has helped India to accompany Vietnam in many different areas, ranging from culture, painting, art, architecture, religion, and so on, to trade, education, and science.
 

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Meritocracy Disguised as Equity: The Relationship between Teacher Professional Organizations and Teacher Ideology
Authors:   University of Minnesota-Duluth Orcid ID: 0000-0003-1789-8980, kitts Hope
Published: December 2023

The institution of public schooling in the United States exists in the popular imagination as a primary means of achieving social mobility. It is believed that schools provide students with unbiased opportunities to earn credentials that translate into real, economic benefits. This myth of equality of opportunity in the contexts of schooling, while idyllic, does more harm than good when it comes to addressing historical inequities and serving as a means for the realization of social justice. Through a window into a larger qualitative study with practicing secondary school teachers at a large, district high school in the southwest United States, I show how discourses of meritocracy at a micro level are reflected in the language of influential teacher professional organizations. I call on these organizations to examine how their use of language promotes meritocratic myths that homogenize diverse student populations and eclipse historical, Generational inequities that persist to this day.
Cultural Dynamics of Ubud Noble Families in the Age of Globalization
Authors:   History Study Program, Faculty of Cultural Sciences, Udayana University, Asmariati Anak Agung Inten , Wahyuni A.A Ayu Rai ,   History Study Program, Faculty of Cultural Sciences, Udayana University, Girindrawardhani A.A Ayu Dewi ,   History Study Program, Faculty of Cultural Sciences, Udayana University, Muhamad Abu Bakar Ramadhan ,   Faculty of Humanities, Universitas Jember, Suwargono Eko ,   Faculty of Humanities, Universitas Jember
Published: December 2023

This paper presented about the dynamics of culture and traditions of the Ubud aristocratic family that took place in the era of Globalization, Ubud Palace is one of the tourism powerhouses in Bali. Cultural results have developed in the era of globalisation and culture in Ubud Castle—the introduction of the Puri Family to Europeans in 1927. Further development in 1930, the Ubud area began to be introduced by Walter Spies through his paintings so that Ubud was known to foreign countries, and also packaged cultural products as part of tourist attraction. Furthermore, this paper focuses on cultural dynamics that contain customs and traditions by asking two questions: First, How are the cultural dynamics of Ubud aristocratic families in the era of globalisation? The second tries to trace the forms of cultural dynamics and their implications. Both questions above are answered by elaborating the concepts of dynamics, nobility, tourism and globalisation. The concept is wrapped through theory. Two theories are used in this paper, namely the theory of dynamics and psychological theory, with the methodology of the history of mentality. The results of this paper show an interesting phenomenon: the cultural dynamics experienced by the Ubud nobility cannot be separated from changes in the government system from the kingdom in the form of government. Like The entry of foreign culture with the introduction of a painter from France, Walter Spies and the entry of tourism, there was a cultural dynamic in the life of the noble family of Ubud Royal Palace.
Açık Öğretim Ortaokulu Türkçe Ders Kitaplarındaki Metinlerin Değer Aktarımı Açısından İncelenmesi
Authors: CAN Ece , CAN Furkan
Published: December 2023

Bu araştırmanın amacı, açık öğretim ortaokulu Türkçe ders kitaplarındaki metinlerde hangi değerlere yer verildiğini tespit etmek ve bu değerlerin sınıf seviyelerine göre dağılımını ortaya koymaktır. Araştırma, nitel araştırma yöntemlerinden doküman incelemesine göre gerçekleştirilmiştir. Araştırmada 2022-2023 eğitim öğretim yılında açık öğretim ortaokulunda okutulmakta olan 6, 7 ve 8. sınıf Türkçe ders kitaplarında yer alan metinlerin ve şiirlerin tamamı incelenmiştir. Araştırma kapsamında incelenen metinlerdeki değerlerin tespit edilmesinde Cengiz ve Duran (2017) tarafından geliştirilen “Değer İnceleme Formu (DİF)”, verilerin analizinde ise betimsel analiz kullanılmıştır. Araştırma sonucunda açık öğretim ortaokulu 6, 7 ve 8. sınıf düzeyindeki Türkçe ders kitaplarında en çok kullanılan değerlerin estetik, samimiyet, sevgi, saygı, nezaket ve vatanseverlik olduğu; barış, temizlik, misafirperverlik ve aile birliği değerlerinin ise metin ve şiirlerde en az yer verilen değerler olduğu tespit edilmiştir. Sadelik değerine ise hiçbir sınıf düzeyinde yer verilmemiştir. Elde edilen bulgular doğrultusunda öneriler sunulmuştur.
5-6 Yaş Çocuklarının Dijital Oyun Bağımlılığı Eğilimlerinin Oyun Davranışlarını Yordayıcı Rolü
Authors: BAĞCI ÇETİN Burcu
Published: December 2023

Bu çalışmanın amacı, 5-6 yaş çocuklarının dijital oyun bağımlılığı eğilimlerinin oyun davranışlarını yordayıcı rolünü incelemektir. Çalışma grubunu, 5-6 yaş grubu 255 çocuk oluşturmuştur. Araştırmanın verileri Genel Bilgi Formu, Dijital Oyun Bağımlılığı Ölçeği ve 36-71 Aylık Çocuklar için Oyun Davranış Ölçeği aracılığıyla elde edilmiştir. Verilerin analizinde Pearson Momentler Çarpımı Korelasyon Katsayısı Yöntemi ve Basit Doğrusal Regresyon Analizi Yöntemi kullanılmıştır. Araştırma bulgularında, çocuğun oyun davranışları ölçeğinin alt boyutu olan sessiz davranış ile dijital oyun bağımlılığı eğilimi ölçeğinin sürekli oynama boyutu arasında pozitif yönlü ilişki görülmüştür. Tek başına oyun ile çatışma, hayata yansıtma, hayattan kopma ve dijital oyun bağımlılığı toplamı arasında negatif yönlü ilişki belirlenmiştir. Paralel oyun ile çatışma, sürekli oynama, hayattan kopma ve dijital oyun bağımlılığı toplamı ile pozitif yönlü bir ilişki tespit edilmiştir. Sosyal oyun ile sürekli oynama arasında negatif yönlü bir ilişki tespit edilmiştir. İtiş kakışlı oyun ile çatışma, sürekli oynama, hayattan kopma, hayata yansıtma, dijital oyun bağımlılığı toplamı ile pozitif yönlü bir ilişki tespit edilmiştir. Regresyon analizleri sonucunda, dijital oyun bağımlılığı eğiliminin çatışma, sürekli oynama, hayata yansıtma, hayattan kopma alt boyutlarının çocukların oyun davranışlarından sessiz davranışı %21,4, tek başına oyun davranışını %42,7, paralel oyun davranışını %34,7, sosyal oyun davranışını %5,9, itiş kakışlı oyun davranışını %23,3 oranında anlamlı biçimde yordadığı görülmüştür.
Particularities of the inclusion of schoolchildren with disabilities in Constanta County
Authors: Totolan Mircea Damian , Păcuraru Ionela-Raluca
Published: December 2023

Our objective is to conduct a research to highlight the compensatory educational value of a tiflopsychopedagogy in Constanta County, which provides services to students with visual disabilities who learn in mainstream and special schools. Out of a total of 15 students with visual disabilities in our county (cf. School and Vocational Evaluation and Guidance Service), 5 learn in special schools in Constanta County and 10 learn in mainstream schools in our county. In order to achieve our objectives and verify our hypotheses, a questionnaire measuring the level of school and social inclusion was designed. It was administered to a group of 10 students attending mainstream schools in Constanta county. The interpretation of the results of the questionnaire was carried out by combining the quantitative and qualitative information obtained through the method of conversations with support teachers and the psycho-pedagogical teacher.
Social representations and personality traits of parents of children with CES
Authors: Rus Mihaela , Sandu Mihaela Luminița , Roșu Cristina-Luiza
Published: December 2023

This paper explores the social representations and personality traits of parents of children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The study delves into the complex interplay between societal perceptions and the intrinsic personality characteristics of these parents, providing insights into how these factors influence their coping mechanisms and parenting strategies. Through a mixed-methodapproach, involving qualitative interviews and quantitative assessments using established personality inventories, the research captures the varied experiences of parents navigating the challenges of raising children with ASD. The findings indicate that parents exhibit a spectrum of social representations, ranging from viewing ASD as a distinct aspect of their child's identity to considering it a condition that necessitates specialized intervention. These representations are influenced by cultural, social, and informational backgrounds. Concurrently, the personality traits of the parents, such as resilience, openness, and conscientiousness, were found to have a significant impact on their adaptation to the demands of parenting a child with ASD.Moreover, the study highlights the correlation between certain personality traits and the propensity for parents to engage with various social support systems and advocacy movements. The research also identifies the need for tailored psychological support for these parents to bolster their mental health and well-being. In conclusion, the paper underscores the importance of understanding the subjective experiences of parents of children with ASD. It emphasizes that social representations and personality traits are crucial determinants that affect the parenting experience, mental health outcomes, and the overall family dynamics. This understanding is vital for developing effective support systems and interventions that are responsive to the unique needs of families affected by ASD.
Exploring the dynamics of neuroticism: A comprehensive analysis of two different workplace settings
Authors: Nițu Elena Maria , Sălceanu Claudia , Chendrean Sebastian Tiberiu
Published: December 2023

This research delves into the multifaceted dimensions of neuroticism, a fundamental trait in personality psychology, and its implications in the workplace. Grounded in psychological theories and the Big Five personality traits model, the study aims to unravel the nuances of neuroticism, exploring its historical evolution from a concept of pathological anxiety to a contemporary understanding as a normal personality trait. Motivated by firsthand observations of disparate approaches to neuroticism in the automotive industry across Romania and the United Kingdom, the study investigates the cultural and individual factors influencing these variations. The workplace, as a dynamic and culturally diverse arena, serves as a crucial backdrop for understanding how neuroticism manifests and its potential impact on employee well-being and organizational dynamics. The research unfolds against the backdrop of globalization, emphasizing the need to examine cultural differences in the manifestation of neuroticism. Drawing on insights from the automotive industry, the study explores the implications of neuroticism on team dynamics, organizational culture, and overall workplace productivity. The significance of the study lies in its potential to inform organizational policies, management strategies, and intercultural training programs aimed at optimizing workplace environments. By uncovering the cultural dimensions of neuroticism, the research seeks to contribute nuanced insights that can guide the development of targeted interventions for creating healthier and more productive work environments for employees across different cultural backgrounds. In conclusion, this study offers a comprehensive exploration of neuroticism, weaving together psychological theories, workplace dynamics, and cultural considerations. By shedding light on the interplay between neuroticism and cultural diversity, the research aims to provide valuable insights for both academic research and practical applications in organizational settings.