bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
The role of self-care on cognitive ability in diabetic elderly
Authors: Sidi Mozgan , Mohammadi Mansoureh , Omidi Masoumeh , Habibnia Mohammad Reza
Published: February 2024

Aim: The present study was conducted with the aim of determining the role of self-care in predicting cognitive ability in the elderly with diabetes. Methods:The population of the present study was all women who referred to the endocrinology clinic of the 2nd district of Karaj, from which 180 women (50-70 years old) with diabetes were selected according to the inclusion criteria. To measure the self-care questionnaire of Yonesi et al. (2019) and the rescue cognitive abilities questionnaire (2012) and to analyze the data, Pearson correlation coefficient and regression analysis were used. Results: The results showed that self-care components can explain 24.3% of the variance of cognitive ability. Physical self-care (β=0.197) has the largest share in predicting the cognitive ability of the elderly, followed by social self-care (β=-0.189), spiritual self-care coefficient (β=-0.162) and self-care in During illness (β = 0.122) (P < 0.001) Conclusion: According to the obtained results, cognitive abilities in the elderly with diabetes can be predicted with the help of self-care dimensions.
The Effectiveness of Psychodrama Program Training on Resilience and Psychological Capital in Women with Breast Cancer
Authors: Raoufi Mehri , Seyrafi Mohammad Reza , Ahadi Hasan
Published: February 2024

Aim: The aim of this study was to determine the effect of psychotherapy program training on resilience and psychological capital of breast cancer women in Bandar Abbas. Methods: This experimental study was performed with a pretest and posttest design with a control group. The statistical population of this study consisted of all women with breast cancer in Shahid Mohammadi Hospital in Bandar Abbas, whose number was 78 people. Of these, 60 women with breast cancer in Bandar Abbas in 2019 who had the same severity and level of the disease, were selected by convenience sampling, were divided into two groups of intervention and control. The instruments used were Luthans (2007) Psychological Capital Questionnaire and Connor & Davidson (2003) Resilience Scale. The validity and reliability of these tools have been investigated in previous studies. Psychoanalytic training sessions based on the Leventon protocol (2009) were held in nine sessions, ninety minutes in a month. Questionnaires were completed in the first and ninth stages of the intervention. Data analysis was performed using SPSS.22 software. Results: Psychotherapy program training increased resilience (F= 199.71, P<0.001) and also psychological capital (F= 10.80, P<0.001) of patients with breast cancer. Conclusion: Psychotherapy program training method helps cancer patients in various ways, increasing resilience and psychological capital.
The effectiveness of cognitive-behavioral therapy on improving the quality of life of dialysis patients referred to dialysis centers of Tehran University of Medical Sciences
Authors: Khazaei Fatemeh , Mirzahoseini Hassan , Nokani Mostafa
Published: February 2024

Aim: The aim of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness of cognitive-behavioral methods on improving the quality of life of dialysis patients. Methods: The present study is applied and quasi-experimental and was designed and implemented as a pre-test-post-test with a control group. All outpatients treated with dialysis machine in medical centers affiliated to Tehran University of Medical Sciences in 2019-20. The statistical population consisted of the study. The data collection tool was a quality of life questionnaire related to kidney patients. After the implementation of the treatment protocol by the research team in 8 sessions of 90 minutes in the intervention group, data analysis using covariance test Multivariate and SPSS software version 24 were performed. Results: The results of the study showed that the treatment protocol based on behavioral methodology had an effect on all aspects of quality of life and resulted in an increase in the mean score compared to the pretest. There is also a significant difference between the groups, both in the general dimension and in the specific dimension of dialysis patients' lives. Conclusion: Based on the research findings, it can be stated that behavioral cognitive methodology is effective in improving the quality of life of dialysis patients and can be used as an effective intervention in improving the quality of life of patients.
The Effectiveness of God- Inclined Spiritually Therapy on the Reduction of Depression and Anxiety and the Increase of Quality Life of Women with Breast Cancer in Tehran City
Authors: Vahhabi Meshak Masoumeh , Mojtabaei Mina
Published: February 2024

Aim: The Present article aimed to investigate the effectiveness of god-inclined therapy on the reduction of depression and anxiety and the increase of quality life of women with breast cancer(BC) in Tehran. Methods: The present research was implemented in quasi-experimental method with pre-test and post-test design, control group and follow-up. The statistical population were all women with breast cancer(BC) under treatment in ShahreRey hospital of Tehran during 2022; among them30 women were selected in voluntarily purposeful method and appointed in two groups of experimental and control. The instruments were consisted of Beck’s depression and anxiety questionnaires and World’s Health Organizational questionnaire of quality of life. The validity was confirmed by the experts and the reliability was estimated and approved through Cronbach Alpha (α>0.07). Prior to the treatment, the depression, anxiety and quality of life tests were implemented for both groups. The experimental group had received a God- Inclined Spiritually Therapy through eight sessions. The control group had not received any treatment. Both groups repeatedly answered to the questionnaires, after implementing the intervention in post-test and follow-up stages. The data was analyzed through between-within mixed variance analysis. Results: The results revealed that god-inclined therapy was effective in the reduction of depression (F=5.02, P=0.03) and anxiety (F=11.16, P=0.001) and the increase of women`s quality of life (F=25.52, P=0.001), which was stable after 45days in follow-up stage (p<0.05). Conclusion: According to the effectiveness and stability of god-inclined therapy, it is suggested to implement these god-inclined methods in health and treatment centers in order to improve cancer patients’ spiritual status.
Physical Activity and its Correlates among University Students in Lahore
Authors: Ali Mubashar , Alam Muhammad Mahmood , Akhtar Muhammad Waseem , Perwaiz Saadia , Munawar Asma , Shahid Rabia
Published: February 2024

Background: Physical activity plays a crucial role in maintaining overall health, yet global trends indicate a decline in these levels among university students. Gender differences, environmental access, and lifestyle choices have been identified as significant factors influencing physical activity levels. Previous studies have offered insights into these dynamics, yet gaps remain in understanding the comprehensive impact of various determinants on physical activity among the youth.
Objective: This study aimed to assess the levels of physical activity and their association with different factors among university students, with a focus on identifying gender disparities and the influence of environmental and lifestyle factors on physical activity levels.
Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted among students aged 18 to 30 years at Akhtar Saeed Medical and Dental College (AMDC) and the University of Lahore (UOL) from July 2022 to January 2023. Ethical approval was obtained, and a sample size of 150 students was determined using EPI software. Data on physical activity levels were collected using the International Physical Activity Questionnaire (IPA-Q) and analyzed using SPSS version 25. Chi-square tests were applied to assess the association between physical activity levels and factors such as computer game play, music listening, sports participation during school, parental encouragement, and institutional support.
Results: Among the participants, a significant gender difference in physical activity levels was observed, with males engaging more in strenuous activities. The study found a high association of physical activity with being an active sportsman during school and college (Chi-Square = 7.194, P-value = 0.02) and listening to music (Chi-Square = 9.27, P-value = 0.01). A majority of the students fell into the mild physical activity category, with fewer participants involved in moderate and high physical activity levels. No significant association was found with computer game playing, parental encouragement, or institutional support for physical activity.
Conclusion: The study highlights significant gender differences in physical activity levels among university students, with males being more active. Early sports involvement and music listening emerged as key factors associated with higher physical activity levels. The findings suggest the need for targeted interventions to enhance physical activity, particularly among female students, and promote a more active lifestyle within the university setting.
Unlocking Insights: Exploring Knowledge and Attitudes on the WHO Surgical Safety Checklist among Operating Room Personnel in Police and Services Hospital, Peshawar, Pakistan
Authors: Gul Ayesha , Wahid Abdul , Muhammad Ijaz , Shah Madiha , Haq Fazal , Ali Mehmood
Published: February 2024

Background: The World Health Organization's Surgical Safety Checklist (SSC) has been identified as a pivotal tool for enhancing patient safety in operating rooms globally. Despite its proven efficacy, varying levels of knowledge and attitudes towards the SSC among healthcare professionals can influence its successful implementation.
Objective: This study aimed to evaluate the knowledge and attitudes of operating room personnel towards the SSC at the Police and Services Hospital (P&SH) in Peshawar, Pakistan, identifying gaps and areas for improvement to facilitate better adoption and utilization of the SSC.
Methods: A cross-sectional survey was conducted from November 2023 to January 2024 among 30 permanent staff members in the operating theaters at P&SH, including surgeons, nurses, anesthetists, and technicians. Participants were selected using convenience sampling. The survey comprised demographic questions, knowledge-based questions regarding the SSC, and items assessing attitudes towards the checklist. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics to summarize demographic information, knowledge levels, and attitudes.
Results: The study found that 93.3% of participants had heard of the SSC, with 93.3% demonstrating good knowledge and a positive attitude towards its implementation. However, 3.3% of the participants displayed poor knowledge, and a small fraction exhibited neutral or negative attitudes (6.7%). A significant majority (93.3%) expressed strong support for using the SSC in all surgical procedures, while concerns were raised about its potential to waste time and impact operating efficiency negatively.
Conclusion: The high level of awareness and positive attitudes among operating room personnel at P&SH towards the SSC is encouraging. Nevertheless, the presence of knowledge gaps and efficiency concerns highlights the need for targeted educational interventions and strategies to address misconceptions and operational challenges. Enhancing the understanding and efficient use of the SSC can further solidify its role as a cornerstone of patient safety in surgical settings.
Methodological proposal for the integration of agile methodologies and PMBOK
Authors: Galora Silva Francisco Javier , Nu˜nez Alex V.
Published: February 2024

Proper project management is a constant need faced by most organizations worldwide. There is a growing focus on combining PMBOK practices with agile principles, creating a hybrid approach that leverages the best of both worlds. In this sense this paper proposes to deepen and combine the most effective elements of the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK®) with the agile approach to project management. This is done taking into account that an adequate project management will allow aligning the organization's objectives and generating value for all parties involved. As a result, it is expected to obtain optimal conclusions from the development of the project and achieve the best results from the application of AGILE+ PMBOK® best practices. This will serve as a proposal for other organizations in the sector to continue evolving their management practices.
Embarazo ectópico vesical. Presentación de un caso
Authors: Rodríguez Navarro Deivys , Sosa Rodríguez Anisley , Hernández Say Yoanis
Published: February 2024

El embarazo ectópico se define como la implantación del óvulo fecundado fuera de la cavidad uterina. Alrededor del 95 % de los embarazos ectópicos se localizan en la trompa. Las formas no tubáricas del embarazo ectópico incluyen el embarazo cervical, ovárico, abdominal, cornual e intraligamentario. Se presenta el caso de una paciente de 43 años de edad, con antecedentes de salud y una amenorrea de 9 semanas, en la cual, luego de la evaluación clínica y complementaria, se sospecha la posibilidad diagnóstica de un embarazo ectópico. Se describe su tratamiento y los resultados finales de los estudios anatomopatológicos. El embarazo abdominal es una anomalía poco frecuente que plantea un desafío clínico, el diagnóstico y tratamiento tempranos son determinantes para reducir el índice de mortalidadmaterna. La disminución en los errores diagnósticos se logrará siempre y cuando se establezca unacorrelación entre la clínica y los auxiliares diagnósticos. La presentación de esta implantación ectópicapoco frecuente requiere tratamiento multidisciplinario.
Tratamiento trombolítico efectivo en pacientes con infarto agudo del miocardio con elevación del segmento ST
Authors: Elias García Alejandro , Pablo Pineda Juan , Barrientos Morales Delfy
Published: February 2024

La cardiopatía isquémica continúa siendo la principal causa de mortalidad en adultos a nivel mundial y Guatemala no es la excepción. En la población general se ha observado que la ruptura de placa ateroesclerótica con consecuente trombosis es la principal causa de infarto agudo al miocardio con elevación del segmento ST. Actualmente existen diversos métodos de reperfusión mediante procedimientos de intervencionismo, sin embargo, en Guatemala la mayoría de los hospitales del Ministerio de Salud Pública y Asistencia Social no cuentan con estas técnicas, por lo que es necesario utilizar fármacos para la reperfusión coronaria. Se realizó un estudio descriptivo-retrospectivo con el objetivo de determinar la eficacia del tratamiento trombolítico con el uso de estreptoquinasa en los pacientes ingresados al departamento de Medicina Interna del Hospital Pedro de Bethancourt, de enero de 2014 a diciembre de 2018. Se determinó la frecuencia de los principales factores de riesgo y se listaron los criterios utilizados para determinar si el tratamiento trombolítico fue efectivo. Se concluye que el tratamiento trombolítico fue efectivo en el 69 % de los pacientes, siendo los principales factores de riesgo el pertenecer al género masculino con el 77 %, la edad mayor de 60 años (62 %) y el tabaquismo con el 38 %. Los criterios de trombolisis efectiva más relevantes fueron la disminución delsegmento ST con el 77 % y el alivio del dolor referido por el paciente con igual porcentaje.
Xantomatosis eruptiva y alcoholismo. Presentación de un caso
Authors: Gleidis Mir García Yenisey
Published: February 2024

Introducción: Los xantomas son lesiones cutáneas formadas por el depósito anormal de lípidos y células espumosas en la dermis. El proceso inflamatorio hepático causado por el alcohol puede provocar la aparición de dichas lesiones aún con niveles adecuados de lípidos. Objetivo: Presentar un caso clínico de xantomas eruptivos en un paciente normolipémico con afección hepática causada por la ingestión de bebidas alcohólicas y revisar la literatura sobre el tema. Presentación de caso: Paciente masculino, blanco de 22 años, con antecedentes de ingestión de alcohol diariamente desde hace siete años aproximadamente, que desde hace ocho meses comenzó con lesiones que refiere en forma de bolitas a nivel de la cara que se extendieron al cuello, brazos y tronco, al inicio aisladas, y luego confluyeron. Al examen dermatológico se constata cuadro diseminado constituido por pápulas amarillentas, algunas aisladas en número y de tamaño variables y otras que confluyen para formar pequeñas placas con bordes bien definidos y con pápulas pequeñas a su alrededor, que se distribuyen en cara, cuello, tronco y miembros superiores. Se realizan varios complementarios que encuentran transaminasas centenarias y hepatomegalia. Se remite a gastroenterología que diagnostica hepatitis alcohólica y a su vez lo remite a psiquiatría para desintoxicación alcohólica. Conclusiones: Con la ayuda de varios especialistas se logró que el paciente dejara de ingerir bebidas alcohólicas, mejorando su función hepática y desapareciendo las lesiones de piel.
Factores de riesgo asociados a complicaciones renales en pacientes diabéticos con síndrome metabólico
Authors: Martínez García Herick Daniel , Pompa Olivet Maelemnis , Cascaret Rodríguez Esteban , Choc Jennifer
Published: February 2024

Introducción: El síndrome metabólico es la coexistencia de la alteración a la tolerancia de la glucosa, con hipertensión arterial y alteraciones en el metabolismo de los lípidos en un mismo paciente. Su alta prevalencia e incidencia en pacientes diabéticos motiva a investigar los factores de riesgo que influyen en la aparición de complicaciones renales en estos pacientes. Objetivos: Identificar la relación existente entre los factores de riesgo y las complicaciones renales en los pacientes diabéticos con síndrome metabólico atendidos en la clínica de atención  primaria de Punta Gorda, distrito Toledo, durante el año 2022. Metodología: Se realiza un estudio descriptivo transversal de casos y controles, muestra obtenida por muestreo aleatorio simple: 234, (IC 95%). Las variables independientes estudiadas fueron divididas en dos grupos: Sociodemográficas: edad, sexo, raza; y principales factores de riesgo y comorbilidades: exposición al estrés, herencia, nivel de actividad física; uso de insulina, hipertensión arterial, dislipidemia y adherencia al tratamiento. Resultados: El uso de la insulina constituye un factor protector ante la aparición de complicaciones renales con OR 0.46 y significación estadística para un IC 95% (0.22-0.94). Los pacientes indo-beliceños fueron más propensos a complicaciones renales, OR 2.04; la herencia OR 2.83, el sedentarismo OR 3.45, y la dislipidemia OR 2.68, se asociaron a complicaciones renales en este tipo de pacientes. Conclusiones: Se continúa el estudio de este tipo de población en Punta Gorda. Los pacientes diabéticos con síndrome metabólico tienen en el uso de la insulina un factor protector ante la aparición de complicaciones renales.
Hisopado vaginal por autotoma: estrategia innovadora para la detección del virus papiloma humano en Belice
Authors: Lluch Bonet Adalberto , Ferrera Jimenez Yusmary , Espinoza Sharon , Borlan Camesha , Ancona Mariana , Gómez Ariola
Published: February 2024

Introducción: El carcinoma de cuello uterino es un cáncer común entre las mujeres beliceñas; por tal motivo se han implementado estrategias de prevención a través de acciones que incluyen el hisopado vaginal con aplicación de la técnica de autotoma para la detección del virus del papiloma humano. Objetivo: Ilustrar resultados en la aplicación de la técnica del hisopado vaginal por autotoma para la detección del virus del papiloma humano en la policlínica Matron Roberts de la Ciudad de Belice. Metodología: Estudio descriptivo/prospectivo de noviembre de 2022 a marzo de 2023, en la población femenina de 25 a 65 años de edad, que participó en la estrategia de hisopado vaginal por auto recolección, en la mencionada institución. Las variables fueron: número de mujeres que realizaron la autotoma, número de casos positivos, nivel de información sobre virus del papiloma humano y cáncer de cuello uterino, y nivel de satisfacción. Resultados: Se observó un bajo nivel de información sobre virus del papiloma humano y cáncer de cuello uterino. Predominaron las pruebas positivas de tipo VPH 16 y 18 (34,7 %), y el 90,2 % de las mujeres se mostró muy satisfecha en relación con la gestión y resultados del procedimiento. Conclusiones: Hubo resultados favorables durante la implementación de la estrategia para la detección del virus del papiloma humano, con niveles altos de satisfacción relacionados con la comodidad y utilidad de la técnica de hisopado vaginal por auto recolección, como parte del trabajo de prevención del cáncer cérvicouterino en la población objeto de estudio.
Wind Speed Characteristics and Energy Potentials in Lafia, Nasarawa State, Nigeria
Authors: Abimbola Oladiran Johnson , Otto Muhammed Sani , Falaiye Oluwasesan  Adeniran , Danyarima Abubakar Abdullahi , Sule Abdullahi Ahmed , Yusuf Usman Mohammed , Olanrewaju Dada Bukola , Beyioku Olaosebikan David , Muhammad Faisal Usman
Published: February 2024

Renewable energy, specifically wind power, is vital for reducing fossil fuel dependency, greenhouse gas emissions, and improving energy security. With advancements in technology, wind energy has become cost-effective and competitive. Wind energy research in Lafia is essential to developing solutions in harnessing its potential as a significant renewable energy source for Nigeria, which has abundant but untapped wind energy resources. This study investigates the wind energy potential in Lafia, Nasarawa State, using daily averaged wind speed data from MERRA-2 measured at 2, 10, and 50-metre altitudes. The Weibull distribution function was applied to determine Lafia's wind energy potential, and the outcomes revealed that the highest yield for wind harvest occurred during the peak of the dry season in February, while the lowest yield for wind harvest occurred during the beginning of the dry season in October. Moreover, the monthly mean power densities peaked in February, 2001 at 341.87 W/m2 (class 3: 300 < PD ≤ 399), indicating moderate potential, and in January, 2002 at 454.12 W/m2 (class 4: 400 < PD ≤ 499), indicating good potential. However, the peak monthly mean power densities in December, 2003 and February, 2004 were poor and marginal, respectively, according to the Wind Resource Potential (WRP) classification. Furthermore, at 50 metres altitude, the recorded wind speeds were above the recommended minimum (3.00 – 4.00 m/s) for most wind turbines to start producing electricity. The findings indicate significant wind resource potential at high altitudes (50 metres) in Lafia, which suggests great potential for wind energy generation.
PENDAMPINGAN AKUNTANSI UNTUK UMKM PADA USAHA JASA WALLPAPER “AFI”
Authors: Setyawan* Hendri , Suhendi Chrisna
Published: February 2024

Artikel ini membahas inisiatif pengabdian masyarakat untuk meningkatkan keterampilan Usaha Mikro, Kecil, dan Menengah (UMKM) di sektor jasa dalam menyusun laporan keuangan. Fokus utama kegiatan ini adalah pendampingan dalam penyusunan laporan keuangan, terutama dalam penghitungan harga pokok produksi. Kegiatan pendampingan melibatkan pemahaman konsep dasar laporan keuangan, prosedur akuntansi, dan metode penghitungan harga pokok produksi. Pendampingan bertujuan meningkatkan kualitas laporan keuangan UMKM jasa, memberikan gambaran yang lebih akurat tentang kesehatan keuangan, dan meningkatkan daya saing di pasar. Metode melibatkan pelatihan, diskusi interaktif, dan pendampingan langsung. Artikel ini menggarisbawahi pentingnya harga pokok produksi dalam pengambilan keputusan bisnis dan berupaya meningkatkan pemahaman pelaku usaha terkait. Hasilnya diharapkan memberikan kontribusi positif terhadap perkembangan UMKM sektor jasa, meningkatkan aksesibilitas terhadap sumber daya akuntansi, dan mendorong pertumbuhan ekonomi lokal. Ini mencerminkan upaya nyata dalam memajukan sektor UMKM dengan memperkuat kapasitas keuangan dan manajerial, khususnya dalam penyusunan laporan keuangan dan perhitungan harga pokok produksi.
Sloboda kao ideal islama?
Authors: Kadić Samedin
Published: February 2024

This paper provides an overview of different understandings of the concept of freedom in classical and contemporary Islam. In classical Islam dominates dichotomy of legal and moral freedom. In the first case, freedom is defined as the opposite of (legal) slavery, and in the second, as freedom from desires and worldly interests. In Muslim modernity, freedom implies mostly negative freedom: freedom from the colonial boot, and later from various local despots. In Islam, as in other monotheistic traditions, the concept of freedom is understood as “the submission of the individual to divine law and order.” This is a characteristic monotheistic “paradox of freedom”: only those who obey God are free. Hence, “the Islamic concept of freedom differs from the Western concept, both in terms of assumptions and content.”
O slobodi kao događaju: Bestemeljnost kao otvorenost svijeta
Authors: Paić Žarko
Published: February 2024

The author shows that freedom as an event is a condition for the possibility of the entire metaphysics and history of the West. As a fundamental driver of events, freedom must manifest in its three ‘ontological’ spatiotemporal ways of appearing in connection with chance and necessity, facticity and contingency, chaos and emergence. The first is the one that opens up philosophy as a possibility of thinking beyond a reduction to myth, religion, art and science, establishing its own autonomy in the age of the technosphere. The second is the one that has its political meaning of action, determination and the creation of something new in history, starting from the idea of the sovereignty of the people and ending in the post-imperial sovereignty of a large area (Gro§raum), as Carl Schmitt defines the end of the era of the nation-state in the history of the world and the transition to the form of the imperial order of power and their permanent struggle for rule over the territory of the Other. The third is the one that appears as the last sign of resistance against all kinds of enslavement and reduction of man to thing-object-information in the system of rule of the posthuman condition with homo kybernetes as the last form of “spiritual Being” of Human in general. Key words: metaphysics, West, freedom, technosphere, homo kybernetes.
Sloboda kao autentičnost vjerovanja
Authors: Moker Mubina
Published: February 2024

In this work we will treat the issue of freedom in its ontological aspect, as a category immanent to man which finds its true realization through man’s relationship to the transcendental. That relation implies the inward consciousness and freedom of will in submission to God in every state which corresponds to the degree of metaphysical dismantling (tajrīd). transcends the plane of ritualistic uniformity, which, also, presents one aspect of non-freedom. Man at the degree of Tajriid is freed from inside and he expresses his individual experience of God’s presence in his own being in his unique and personal way, and authentic dialogue with God, just like in the story of the Messenger Moses and the shepherd. In that measure in which man is more alert and open to plunging into his own transcendental infinity, he is spiritually awakened, which is a foundational, precondition for the attainment of true freedom. Key words: freedom, tajrid, non-freedom, messenger Moses, pastor, Rumi.
Paradoks slobode – Što je sloboda i gdje ju tražiti?
Authors: Bučan Daniel
Published: February 2024

The subtitle of the essay “The paradox of freedom”, means to say: “What is freedom, and where to search for it?” That subtitle actually speaks about the content of the essay. The title, however, speaks about freedom – being looked at from a deeper, philosophical sense - revealing itself as paradoxical. Freedom is conceived of as agency in accordance with freedom of will, and that means that the field of freedom can only be that domain which man may find at the very limits of natural determinism. The only domain in which things depend on it is the domain of morality. Only in that domain, the human, is the one who establishes the chain of cause and effect, the human is the cause of moral good and moral evil. As a subject, he is not the cause according to natural determinism, but according to freedom of will. Man’s freedom is a freedom that chooses to be a cause for good or a cause for evil. The paradoxicality of that freedom lays in the fact that it governs the human, and that the human must comply to it. The best example is Socrates, who, complying to freedom in the sphere of morality, decided to go against his own life. Exactly because of this, Thomas Aquinas calls freedom dominium supra se ipsum, i.e., submission (dominium supra) of the self (se ipsum) - because of something. That something to which we must submit ourselves, is always an ideal: Socrates taught that in order for man to be the bearer of virtue, he must primarily recognize virtue for what it is, in its highest – ideal – aspect. Man’s freedom, therefore, finds its foundation in the moral law so much so that man may choose to comply to that law, or to not comply to it. Since moral law, like every other legislative means is a type of coercion, in action we always have the inseparable couple of freedom and necessity. Key words: Freedom, natural determinism, necessity, man as a willing cause, good and evil, submission, coercion, ideal.
Libertanska politika, građanstvo i sloboda: politički izazovi direktne demokratije
Authors: Fejzić Elvis
Published: February 2024

Libertarian politics in pluralistic democracies should be implemented within the constitutional-democratic framework of government, which is based on the constitutional logic of rights and obligations. Without this, libertarian politics cannot fulfill its fundamental political purpose in democratic regimes of government. There are several modalities by which it is possible to produce politics with libertarian elements in contemporary polyarchies, and most often this is achieved through different forms of direct political participation. Citizens can thus expand the milieu of participation in politics, at least when the unhindered use of the instruments of direct democracy or the autonomous gathering and non-violent protest of individuals against the government is ensured, but the key problem is that often different political actors and state power manipulate the practical use of the institute of direct democracy and so deliberately destroy their libertarian potential. Since contemporary government regimes have an emphasized representative, pluralistic, and democratic nature, in political freedom, equal political treatment, and the rights of citizens are normatively ensured by the policy of constitutionalism, while the disadvantages of representative government are tried to be prevented, reduced and eliminated through the supplementary application of different forms of direct democracy or direct political participation. However, it is not always easy to ensure that all individuals and target groups feel protected, satisfied and equal in modern states, primarily due to the contingent nature of polycentric politics. Keywords: libertarian politics, citizenship, freedom, direct democracy, participation, referendum populism, emancipation, manipulation. Literatura
Strategi Manajemen (POAC) Tradisi Maudu Lompoa Sebagai Event Pariwisata Di Desa Cikoang Kecamatan Mangarabombang Kabupaten Takalar
Authors: Anugrah Alam Fachrian , Maulana Irsan Dimas
Published: February 2024

Takalar is one of the regency in South Sulawesi Province which has diverse natural and cultural wealth. Maudu lompoa is one of the cultural traditions in Takalar regency which is held every year. The tradition is carried out to commemorate the birth of the Prophet Muhammad SAW. This research and writing aims to identify the management strategy (POAC) of the Maudu’ Lompoa tradition as a leading tourist attraction in Cikoang Village, Takalar regency. This research was conducted using direct observation, interviews, and literature studies. . The results of the study show that the application of management functions (planning, organizing, actuating, controlling) forms the basis of the strategy for developing the maudu lompoa tradition to become a leading attraction.
Keywords: Maulid, Maudu’ Lompoa, POAC,  Tradition
Perancangan Video Profile Yayasan Sosial Kristen Salib Putih Salatiga
Authors: Widyatama Billy Gracia , Tumimomor Anthony Y.M.
Published: February 2024

The Salatiga White Cross Christian Social Foundation is a social institution that focuses on social and humanitarian services, apart from that, this foundation also develops human resources through several programs. The foundation is a continuation of the services of the Witte Kruis Kolonie which was founded on 14 May 1902. The social services provided by this foundation include nursing homes, orphanages, work centers, work training centers, and medical centers. The large operational costs are one of the obstacles experienced by foundations in carrying out their services. Helping hands from donors are needed, but the use of media is currently not effective for donors or the public who want to know about the social services carried out by the White Cross Candidate Foundation. Based on the existing problems, information media is needed that can describe the vision, mission, and objectives of the foundation and provide a clear and detailed picture of what service areas are managed by the management of the White Cross Foundation. By using qualitative research methods and applying a linear strategy as a creative stage, it is hoped that we will be able to produce profile videos that can present foundation profile information in more detail and interest to potential donors or the general public who have an interest in social services.
Keywords: Social Services, Salatiga Video Profile, Christian Cross Social Foundation
Merespons Penderitaan karena Ketidakadilan: Kajian Teologis terhadap 1 Petrus 2:18-25
Authors: Serepina Yoshika Hasibuan ; Yoges Mahendra Saragih
Published: February 2024

Tujuan penelitian ini adalah memahami teks 1 Petrus 2:8-25 dengan cara menemukan makna teks dan membangun kajian teologis dari teks tersebut. Teks yang diteliti membahas topik penting dalam jemaat diaspora yang dilayani oleh Petrus yakni dalam konteks penderitaan karena iman. Petrus memberikan nasihat dalam suratnya untuk merespons penderitaan karena ketidakadilan supaya mereka tetap bertahan dalam iman kepada Yesus Kristus. Metode yang dipakai dalam penelitian ini adalah metode hermeneutika dengan pendekatan eksegesis pada teks 1 Petrus 2:18-25. Melalui studi literatur, penulis menelusuri makna teks tersebut sebagai bahan perenungan yang relevan untuk setiap orang Kristen yang mengalami penderitaan karena ketidakadilan. Dari penelitian ini, penulis menemukan bahwa penderitaan harus direspons dengan cara menikmati itu sebagai bentuk kasih karunia, meneladani Yesus Kristus yang sudah menderita bagi kita dan menyadari identitas diri sebagai umat Allah. Dalam konteks masyarakat Kristen Indonesia, penelitian ini memberikan kontribusi pemikiran untuk merespons ketidakadilan yang masih terjadi karena iman kepada Yesus Kristus.
FENOMENA CHILD SEXUAL ABUSE DAN PEMBENTUKAN KARAKTER ANAK MENURUT KITAB AMSAL 22:6
Authors: Fransiskus Hot Marulitua Gaja ;  Nelson Hasibuan
Published: February 2024

Child Sexual Abuse (CSA) merupakan salah satu fenomena yang sangat hangat akhir-akhir ini. Maraknya pelecehan seksual yang terjadi dewasa ini tentunya membuat orang tua sangat tidak nyaman untuk melepas anaknya di lingkungan sosial. Tidak bisa dipungkiri bahwa pelecehan seksual terhadap anak akan sangat berdampak pada pertumbuhan anak baik secara fisik, psikis maupun mental. Pelecehan seksual terhadap anak ini harus bisa ditanggulangi, karena hal ini berkaitan dengan generasi penerus bangsa. Dampak dari pelecehan seksual begitu kompleks, dikarenakan tidak hanya fisik dan psikologis, namun kesehatan mental akan menjadi dampak yang jarang diketahui oleh banyak orang. Pembentukan karakter berfokus pada penanggulangan agar tehindar dari kejadian-kejadian yang tidak diinginkan. Adapun tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk memberikan sumbangsih pemikiran, terkhusus orang tua bagaimana tindakan preventif pelecehan seksual terhadap anak dan tentunya apa saja dampaknya untuk perkembangan tumbuh kembang anak serta pembentukan karakternya. Bagaimana kitab Amsal berbicara kepada orangtua agar dapat memberikan pengajaran kepada anak-anaknya agar bisa menjauhkan diri dari perbuatan-perbuatan yang tidak disukai Tuhan. Peneliti menggunakan metode kualitatif deskriptif dengan pendekatan studi kepustakaan untuk memberikan penjelasan yang komprehensif terkait fenomena child sexsual abuse. Hasilnya adalah pembentukan karakter seorang anak memang harus membutuhkan kesabaran, orangtua harus bijak mengontrol segala emosi negatif yang di dalam dirinya dan orangtua menjadi bagian paling depan untuk menuntun anak-anak menemukan kebenaran serta perhatian orangtua membuat anak akan terasa dihargai, karena ini berpengaruh terhadap pembentukan karakternya. Kesimpulan dalam penelitian ini adalah perlunya tindakan preventif untuk mencegah pelecehan seksual harus dilakukan sedini mungkin dan tentunya lingkungan keluarga menjadi tempat pertama untuk menanggulangi kasus pelecehan seksual.
NILAI-NILAI PENGAJARAN ALLAH DARI KISAH HIDUP GIDEON
Authors: Hasibuan Serepina , Tadu Richard Adiputra
Published: February 2024

Kitab Hakim-Hakim ditulis secara aktual yang menggambarkan masa gelap bangsa Israel bahkan pemimpin-pemimpinnya. Hanya sebagian kecil, cerita positif yang bisa diangkat dari kisah hidup para hakim. Namun, apakah tidak ada nilai-nilai pengajaran Allah dalam kisah Hakim-Hakim? Misalnya, kisah hidup Gideon. Sebagian penafsir beranggapan Gideon tidak cocok dicontoh sebagai pemimpin rohani karena tidak tampak kewibawaan atau karismanya sebagai seorang pemimpin rohani. Banyak yang beranggapan bahwa Gideon hanyalah seorang peragu dan penakut (Hak. 6-8). Negosiasinya dengan Allah berulang kali menandakan dirinya memang kurang percaya diri atau bahkan dapat dikatakan kurang mempercayai kuasa Allah. Melalui artikel ini, peneliti tertarik membahas kisah hidup Gideon khususnya dalam hal menemukan nilai-nilai pengajaran Allah melalui diri Gideon. Penelitian ini mengunakan metode kualitatif dengan pendekatan hermeneutika. Instrumen dalam penelitian ini adalah buku-buku, artikel dan dokumen lain yang sesuai dengan topik pembahasan. Dari hasil ulasan kisah Gidoen dalam Hakim-Hakim 6-8, peneliti menemukan beberapa nilai pengajaran Allah melalui diri Gideon yang dapat dipelajari dan dijadikan pedoman nilai hidup kristiani masa kini yakni: penyembahan Gideon kepada Allah, ketaatan Gideon kepada Allah dan ketergantungan Gideon kepada Allah.
El desarrollo del lenguaje oral en los primeros años de Educación General Básica
Authors: Gallardo Ortega Edelina Gabriela , Saltos Gallardo Daniela Alejandra , Gallardo Ortega Rocío Estefanía
Published: February 2024

El objetivo del presente artículo es reflexionar sobre desarrollo del lenguaje oral en los niños de los primeros años de Educación General Básica. El presente artículo se sustentó en una investigación bibliográfica, la cual se concretó a partir de la utilización de métodos inductivo y deductivo, analítico sintético y revisión documental, los cuales le permitieron a los autores obtener la información necesaria sobre el lenguaje oral en los niños de Educación General Básica a partir de diferentes fuentes de información, reflexionar sobre los conceptos y posicionamientos y arribar las siguientes conclusiones: El desarrollo del lenguaje oral en los primeros años de Educación General Básica es un proceso multifacético que involucra la interacción con el entorno, la exposición al lenguaje, la lectura y la enseñanza explícita. El desarrollo del lenguaje oral es un proceso complejo que se produce a lo largo de la infancia, pero que adquiere especial relevancia en los primeros años de Educación General Básica. El desarrollo del lenguaje oral está estrechamente relacionado con el desarrollo cognitivo y social de los niños. El papel de la escuela en el desarrollo del lenguaje oral es fundamental. Las familias también juegan un papel importante en el desarrollo del lenguaje oral de los niños y niñas. El desarrollo del lenguaje oral es un proceso continuo que se prolonga a lo largo de la vida. Por ello, es importante que los niños sigan desarrollando sus habilidades lingüísticas a medida que crecen.
The Transition from Nationalism to Islamism in Iran’s Foreign Policy
Authors: PASHAYİ Mohammad Reza , KODAMAN Timuçin
Published: February 2024

The 1979 Iranian Revolution is a multifaceted phenomenon with intricate causes, complex evolution and far-reaching outcomes. Rooted in the Constitutional Revolution of the early 20th century and the rise to power of the Ayatollahs, its beginnings are distinct but interconnected. Unlike many revolutions of the 20th century, the 1979 Iranian Revolution was a departure from the socialist or communist model and manifested itself as a revolt against both Western and Eastern systems, with unique outcomes.
The 1979 Revolution shook a traditional and established order and paved the way for the rise of Islamism within a new political framework. This ideology, like its predecessors, adopted a singular leadership based on religious doctrine. To differentiate itself from global and regional powers and focus on its unique revolution, the Iranian regime shaped a foreign policy summarized by the slogan “neither East nor West, the Islamic Republic” and aimed to export this ideology globally.
The policy focused primarily on political and ideological interests, resulting in permanent sanctions imposed by the United States. This economic aspect contributes to the changes in Iran’s foreign policy towards the United States, from pre-revolutionary Persian nationalism to post-Revolutionary political Islam, emphasizing its strength and adaptability in the face of external pressures.
Investigation of the purpose, functions and tasks of proceedings in cases of administrative offenses
Authors: Ivanov Vitaliy Ivanovich
Published: February 2024

The object of the study is the general purpose and function, as well as the tasks of the proceedings in cases of administrative offenses. The interdependence and relativity of the concepts of "purpose" and "task" of proceedings in cases of administrative offenses cause difficulties in establishing their distinctive features and mutual differentiation, and therefore the issue of defining these categories in the science of administrative law is currently debatable. For this reason, the works of prominent Russian jurists such as D. N. Bakhrah, V. V. Dorokhin, S. D. Mogilevsky, A. Y. Yakimovich, revealing the content and essence of these concepts from different sides, formed the subject of this study. The specificity of the research object was a decisive factor in determining the research methodology. In preparing the article, a set of general scientific and private scientific methods was used, including the method of system analysis, which ensured the validity of the author's judgments, suggestions and recommendations. Within the framework of a systematic analysis, directing the research process from a complex to a simpler manifestation of the object of research, the author, based on the patterns of formation of tree-like hierarchical structures, reveals the content of the above concepts in an original way, defines the general law-restoring nature of production, identifies the law enforcement stages in it, as well as the goals and special tasks of each stage. As a result of the research, the author's version of Article 24.1 of the Code of Administrative Offenses of the Russian Federation is proposed, which establishes a legal definition of the purpose of proceedings in cases of administrative offenses. Proposals for improving the current legislation indicate the applied significance of this study, while some conclusions and theoretical generalizations of the author can be used to conduct further research in this direction.
The Intricate Relationship of G-Quadruplexes and Pathogenicity Islands: A Window into Bacterial Pathogenicity
Authors: Lyu Bo , Song Qisheng
Published: February 2024

The dynamic interplay between guanine-quadruplex (G4) structures and pathogenicity islands (PAIs) represents a captivating area of research with implications for understanding the molecular mechanisms underlying pathogenicity. This study conducted a comprehensive analysis of a large-scale dataset from reported 89 pathogenic strains of bacteria to investigate the potential interactions between G4 structures and PAIs. G4 structures exhibited an uneven and non-random distribution within the PAIs and were consistently conserved within the same pathogenic strains. Additionally, this investigation identified positive correlations between the number and frequency of G4 structures and the GC content across different genomic features, including the genome, promoters, genes, tRNA, and rRNA regions, indicating a potential relationship between G4 structures and the GC-associated regions of the genome. The observed differences in GC content between PAIs and the core genome further highlight the unique nature of PAIs and underlying factors, such as DNA topology. High-confidence G4 structures within regulatory regions of
Escherichia coli
were identified, modulating the efficiency or specificity of DNA integration events within PAIs. Collectively, these findings pave the way for future research to unravel the intricate molecular mechanisms and functional implications of G4-PAI interactions, thereby advancing our understanding of bacterial pathogenicity and the role of G4 structures in pathogenic diseases.
Mediodorsal thalamic nucleus mediates resistance to ethanol through Cav3.1 T-type Ca2+ regulation of neural activity
Authors: Latchoumane Charles-Francois V , Lee Joon-Hyuk , Kim Seong-Wook , Kim Jinhyun , Shin Hee-Sup
Published: February 2024

Thalamocortical activity is known to orchestrate sensory gating and consciousness switching. The precise thalamic regions involved, or the firing patterns related to the unconsciousness remain unclear. Interestingly, the highly-expressed thalamic T-type calcium currents have been considered as a candidate for the ionic mechanism for the generation of thalamo-cortically-driven change in conscious state. Here, we tested the hypothesis that Ca
v
3.1 T-type channels in the mediodorsal thalamic nucleus (MD) might control neuronal firing during unconsciousness using Ca
v
3.1 T-type channel knock-out (KO) and knock-down (KD) mice under natural sleep and ethanol-induced unconsciousness. During natural sleep, the MD neurons in KO mice showed general characteristics of sustained firing across sleep stages. We found that KO and MD-specific KD mice showed enhanced resistance to ethanol. During ethanol-induced unconscious state, wild-type (WT) MD neurons showed a significant reduction in neuronal firing from baseline with increased burst firing, whereas Ca
v
3.1 KO neurons showed well sustained neural firing, within the level of wakefulness, and no burst firing. Further, 20 Hz optogenetic and electrical activation of MD neurons mimicked the ethanol resistance behavior in WT mice. These results suggest that maintaining MD neural firing at a wakeful level is sufficient to induce resistance to ethanol-induced hypnosis in WT mice. This work has important implications for the design of treatments for consciousness disorders using thalamic stimulation of deeper nuclei including the targeting of the mediodorsal thalamic nucleus.