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Comparison of treatment effects of herbst and advansync appliances on hyoid bone position and cervical posture in skeletal class II malocclusion – A prospective randomized clinical trial
Authors: Jaglan Archana , Grover Seema , Dogra Namrata , Harikrishnan Pandurangan
Published: November 2024

Mandibular retrusion is the most common cause of Class II Division 1 malocclusion, which needs correction of the underlying skeletal discrepancy. The objective of this study was to evaluate the Hyoid bone position and cervical posture changes following treatment with two fixed functional appliances - Herbst and Advansync (Ormco, Orange, CA, USA) appliances in skeletal Class II malocclusion using pre and post treatment lateral cephalograms.

For this randomized controlled trial,40 patients(21males and 19 females) were divided into two groups Group I, Herbst Appliance group (mean age: 12.6 +/- 0.67 years) and Group II, Advansync group (mean age: 12.8 +/- 0.66yrs). Pre and post-treatment (after appliance therapy of 8 months duration) lateral cephalograms were evaluated using Planmeca Romexis software 5.0.0.R version for hyoid bone position and cervical posture changes.

The Hyoid bone had displaced anteriorly by 1.64 mm in Group I and in Group II by 1.97 mm. There was downward displacement of hyoid bone by 1.73 mm in Group I and 2.03 mm in Group II with reference to the Frankfort horizontal (FH) plane. The Mandibular plane-Odontoid process tangent angle used for determining upper cervical posture decreased by 7.13 in Group I, while by 0.33in Group II.

This study concluded that both Herbst and Advansync appliances showed an improvement in hyoid bone position and the cervical posture while Advansync appliance demonstrated greater uprighting of cervical posture which was statistically significant.
Evaluation of clinical effects of Advansync 2 fixed functional appliance in skeletal Class II malocclusion: A retrospective cephalometric study
Authors: Sharma Garima , Jayan Balakrishnan , Chopra Sukhbir Singh , Krishnan Manu , Chaudhary Dinesh Chander , Thakur Vivek Kumar , Jain Dhruv
Published: November 2024

To evaluate the treatment effects of AdvancSync 2 in patients of skeletal Class II malocclusion in selected skeletal, dental, soft tissue and airway parameters.

Pretreatment and post-functional lateral cephalograms of 12 patients (06 males and 06 females with mean age of 14.25+0.75) with skeletal Class II malocclusion treated using AdvanSync 2 were evaluated. Paired t-test and Wilcoxon rank-sum intraclass correlation (ICC) test results were calculated.

Statistically significant changes were found in skeletal parameters ofSNB, Wits, maxillo-mandibular differential, Björk’s sum, basal plane angle, Sn-GoGn, lower anterior facial height (LAFH), Na-perp-Pog. Changes in dental parameters U1-NA (angular and linear), L1 to NB (angular and linear), U1-SN angle, IMPA, Inter-incisal angle, L1 to A-Pog and U1 to A-Pog were also observed to be statistically significant at T1. Soft tissue skeletal convexity and nasolabial angle improved significantly post treatment, while, statistically significant change was observed only in posterior pharyngeal airway space among the chosen cephalometric airway parameters.

Treatment with AdvanSync 2 corrected the Class II malocclusion by producing skeletal and dentoalveolar changes. Soft tissue facial convexity and nasolabial angle improved with treatment. Further, linear dimension of the posterior pharyngeal airway space showed significant improvement with AdvanSync 2 therapy.
Comparison of occlusal settling, patient compliance, and retention ability between hawley’s and van der linden retainers – A randomized controlled trial
Authors: Naik Harshit , Pael Nikunj , Patel Kalpesh , Mehta Udita , Adhikari Parth
Published: November 2024

To compare occlusal settling, patient compliance, and retention ability between Hawley’s and Van Der Linden retainers.

 Randomized, Parallel-Group, Active Controlled Trial. Randomization and allocation to the particular trial group was done through a lottery system.

 A total of 72 subjects were randomly assigned in both the groups- Hawley's retainer group (HL) (n = 36) and Van Der Linden group (VL) (n = 36). Each subject was given a removable maxillary retainer and a fixed bonded lingual mandibular retainer. Impressions were recorded on three different time spans i.e. at the time of retainer delivery (T0), 3 months later (T1), and post 6 months of retention (T2). Bite registration records and questionnaire evaluation were taken at time intervals T1 and T2. Each time assessments were performed from the cast by Little's Irregularity Index (LII), Inter Canine Width (ICW), and Inter Molar Width (IMW). Patient compliance was gauged with the help of a Questionnaire. The occlusal settling, patient compliance, and retention ability were evaluated and compared between the two groups.

 Both groups showed a rise in the number of total contacts (5.39 in HL and 2.42 in VL), and true contacts (6.89 in HL and 4.64 in VL), whereas near contacts declined (-1.53 in HL and 2.22 in VL) at T2. Post 6 months, the difference in LII, ICW, and IMW were slightly higher for VL than HL. This proved the better retention ability of the HL group. Patient compliance determined with the questionnaire showed that overall compliance was greater with HL than with VL.

 In the course of 6 months of retention, the total near contacts were reduced in both retainers but the total (True + near) contacts elevated, which suggests both retainers facilitated occlusal settling. Changes in values of LII, ICW, and IMW were not significantly different for both groups during T2, which proved the retention ability of both retainers. Patient compliance increased as patients wore either of the retainers, but they were more comfortable with HL.
Comparative evaluation of the reliability of MNG angle with other anteroposterior skeletal dysplasia indicators – A retrospective cephalometric study
Authors: Agrawal Shreya , Prasad Anisha N , Shah Alap , Jani Bharvi , Thakore Kinnari
Published: November 2024

The aim of the study was to evaluate the reliability of the MNG angle for various skeletal malocclusions and to compare and correlate it with ANB angle, Beta angle, Yen angle and W angle in Gujarati population.

Lateral cephalograms of 50 Gujarati adults, were divided into three groups based on the ANB angle and the Beta angle measurements. The Yen angle, W angle and MNG angle were measured for all the cephalograms. The mean value for MNG angle was derived for each group. The one-way analysis of variance (ANOVA) and Bonferroni post hoc tests were used to compare the differences between the mean values of the 3 groups. Spearman’s correlation analysis was used to determine correlations among the five skeletal parameters.

Analysis of the obtained data revealed a mean MNG angle of -1.22° ± 3.9°, 3.11° ± 2.8° and -6.0° ± 1.5° for Class I, II and III respectively. Spearman’s correlation analysis demonstrated a significant co-relation between ANB angle, Beta angle and MNG angle with a p value of ≤ 0.05 for skeletal Class I and Class II malocclusions.

The MNG angle can be used as a dependable maker to assess the antero-posterior discrepancy, especially for Class II skeletal pattern.
A comparison of treatment effects produced by AdvanSync and forsus fatigue resistant device in growing class II patients - An study
Authors: Upadhyay Saumya , Hurkadle Jyothikiran , Shankarappa Suma , Rao Raghunath N , Gopalakrishnan Madhuvanthi
Published: November 2024

Class II malocclusion second most common malocclusion after class I. The prevalence of Class II malocclusion was reported 19.56% globally(2) and 14.6% in India. Management of class II malocclusion becomes intricate because of its variable etiology and the age at which the patient presents to the orthodontists. During 1900 first fixed functional appliances (FFA) emerged and then plethora of appliances followed. Amongst various appliances AdvanSync™ appears to be the latest addition to FFA in orthodontist’s arsenal whereas Forsus™ Fatigue Resistance Device (FFRD) is the most widely accepted and used FFA.

The aim of this study is to compare the differences in the skeletal, dentoalveolar and soft tissue changes produced by AdvanSync™2 and FFRD.

The sample comprised of 30 patients presented to the Department of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopaedics, as outpatients. Total 15 patients in each group were treated and analyzed using Lateral cephalograms at two time period, pretreatment and post functional orthodontic treatment.

Both the appliances were effective in normalising class II malocclusions with mandibular deficiency. Both the appliances showed more of dentoalveolar effects when compared to skeletal. They both have a positive effect on the profile.

The FFRD and AdvanSync™2 both the appliances were effective in treating class II division malocclusion. AdvanSync™2 demonstrated greater headgear effect but less mandibular advancement as compared to FFRD. Both appliances caused significant dentoalveloar changes and soft tissue changes.
American board of orthodontics- discrepancy index (ABO-DI) as prognostic factor for the duration of orthodontic treatment: A cross-sectional retrospective study
Authors: Sewda Surendra Kumar , Singh Satinder Pal , Kumar Vinay , Utreja Ashok
Published: November 2024

To evaluate American Board of Orthodontics-Discrepancy Index (ABO-DI) as a prognostic factor in predicting the duration of orthodontic treatment.

This cross-sectional retrospective study was conducted on the pre-treatment and post-treatment records of 151 consecutively de-bonded cases, who were treated between January 2016 and September 2013 with comprehensive orthodontic therapy. The ABO-DI was used to assess the pretreatment severity of malocclusion. The sample was divided into three groups based upon the discrepancy score calculated from pretreatment study model and lateral cephalogram; Group-1 (DI score <16; n= 65), Group-2 (DI score 16-25; n= 49) and Group-3 (DI score> 25; n=37). The duration of orthodontic treatment was calculated as total treatment time (in months) from the date of placement of initial brackets and archwires to the date when orthodontic appliances were removed. Spearman’s correlation test and One way ANOVA analysis followed by Post-Hoc tests for multiple comparisons were used to assess the association between the ABO-DI scores and duration of orthodontic treatment.

The mean duration of treatment for Group-1, Group-2 and Group-3 was found to be 25.83±8.42, 28.16±10.55 and 28.84±9.61 months respectively, but there was no statistically significant relationship between the severity of malocclusion on the duration of comprehensive orthodontic treatment (P>0.05). An insignificant correlation (P=0.102, r= -0.134) between different groups of severity of DI scores and treatment duration was revealed with Spearman test.

The duration of orthodontic treatment increased with increase in severity of malocclusion, however, it is not a reliable tool for predicting the treatment duration.
Comparison of clinical efficiency between pendulum and distal jet appliance - A randomized control trial
Authors: Patel Roopal , Sonecha Dolly , Patel Dolly , Shah Kaushal , Dalal Akash
Published: November 2024

The study was to compare the clinical efficiency of Pendulum and distal jet appliances using both cephalometric parameters as well as dental cast analysis at two-time intervals T1-pre-treatment and T2-post-distalization.

10 patients with Angle's Class II malocclusion were enrolled in the study. The patients were divided into two groups: pendulum group & distal jet group (n = 5) for intra oral molar distalization. Lateral cephalogram and dental cast were obtained at T1 and T2.

Molar distalization of 4.4 ± 1.1 mm in 4.68 ± 0.67 months in pendulum group and of 3.8 ± 0.4 mm in 5.84 ± 0.7 months in distal jet group. Relative intrusion of upper incisors was found to be more in pendulum group as compared to distal jet group. Mesial tipping of premolars and distal tipping of first molar was observed with both the groups. The transverse expansion at the level of first molars was significantly more in distal jet group as compared to pendulum group.

Thus, Pendulum and distal jet appliances were found to be equally effective clinically in distalizing the maxillary molars, although the distalization period was shorter in pendulum group as compared to distal jet group owing to more distal tipping of maxillary first molars in pendulum group. The expansion was significantly more in distal jet group compared to the pendulum group which could be beneficial for patients who have Class II malocclusion with mild posterior crossbite.
Effectiveness of a customized intraoral photobiomodulator for accelerating orthodontic tooth movement
Authors: Ashfaq Sauni , Manoghna Subramanya H , Prashantha GS , Sabrish Sharanya , Mathew Silju , Krishnamurthy Sathyashree
Published: November 2024

The aim of this study was to evaluate effectiveness of a Customized Intraoral Photobiomodulator for accelerating orthodontic tooth movement using a split mouth design as only limited studies have been done to compare the effectiveness of LLLT and their iatrogenic effects between experimental and control group in the same individual (split mouth technique) with the help of a customised intraoral photobiomodulator.

Consented Patients (n = 15) undergoing orthodontic therapy, diagnosed with Class 1 bimaxillary malocclusion were subjected to experiment based on randomly assigned split mouth design for both experiments in all 4 quadrants. At retraction phase, a customized introral photobiomodulator was given to all patients and the amount of anterior teeth retraction was measured at 1 month interval for 4 months (T0-T4). Apical root resorption was measured by CBCT taken at the beginning of study phase (t0) and end of 4th month (t1).

PBM showed an increase in the rate of tooth movement of 4.12fold in the 1st, 2nd and 3rd month. Mandibular canine showed the maximum amount of root resorption whereas the maxillary and mandibular premolars the least. There were similar results when pulp vitality was evaluated where all the teeth in experimental and control side showed positive results to cold test.

From our study, PBM is a better method compared to control group as it has shown increased rate of orthodontic teeth movement.
Comparative evaluation of one mini-implant versus two mini-implant assisted maxillary incisor intrusion: A randomized clinical trial
Authors: Khera Amit Kumar , Sharma Prashant , Raghav Pradeep , Wadhwa Pankaj
Published: November 2024

Intrusion of maxillary incisors with anterior mini-implants has been reported to produce absolute intrusion with minimum proclination of incisors. There are very limited scientific evidences about the efficacy of intrusion mechanics with one versus two mini-implant assisted intrusion.

The primary and secondary objectives of this trial was to investigate the effect of one verses two mini-implants on the amount of incisor intrusion and changes in the axial inclinations of maxillary incisors.

Single centre,Parallel arm, Prospective Randomized Controlled Clinical Trial

Sixty, male and female subjects (20-30 years of age) requiring correction of deep bite or gummy smile was divided equally into Group 1 & 2. One mini- implant was placed between maxillary central incisors in group-1 & two mini- implant were placed between maxillary lateral and canine bilaterally in group-2. Incisor intrusion and axial inclination were measured from lateral cephalograms before and 4 months after intrusion. A force of 80 gm was applied from min-implant to arch wire with elastomeric chain in both the groups. Data was analysed by independent‘t’ test.

The mean amount of incisor intrusion was significantly greater (p<0.05) in group-2 (3.81mm) as compare to group-1 (2.61mm) whereas the mean amount of incisor proclination observed was significantly more(p<0.05) in group-1 (1.97)

Both the methods for maxillary incisor intrusion were effective but two mini-implants assisted intrusion can be preferred as this method produce more amount of incisor intrusion with minimum proclination of maxillary incisors.
Evaluation of probiotic, chlorhexidine, and fluoride mouthwashes in orthodontic preventive care- A unicentric three-arm parallel randomized controlled trial
Authors: Mandava Prasad , Deora Shyama Kunwar , Ganugapanta Vivek Reddy , Sankar Singaraju Gowri , Bharghav Rayala , Niharika Ubbarapu Lakhsmi
Published: November 2024

: Fixed orthodontic appliance therapy can lead to increased plaque accumulation, gingivitis, and white spot lesions (WSL) due to difficulties in maintaining proper oral hygiene.

This study aims to compare the effectiveness of three different mouthwashes—Probiotic, Fluoridated, and Chlorhexidine (CHX) mouthwashes, in reducing plaque formation, gingivitis, and WSL during the early stages of orthodontic treatment.

: A randomized, three-arm-parallel study was conducted with 72 subjects undergoing fixed orthodontic therapy, divided equally into three active groups without a control group. Group I used Probiotic mouthwash, Group II used 0.2% Sodium fluoride mouthwash, and Group III used 0.2% Chlorhexidine mouthwash. Gingival Index (GI), Orthodontic Plaque Index (OPI), Bleeding on Probing (BOP), and WSL were assessed at baseline just before bonding procedures(T0), 4 weeks (T1), 8 weeks (T2), and 12 weeks (T3). Interventions were administered from T1 to T2 for 4 weeks and withdrawn. Intergroup and intra-group comparisons across the groups were assessed by non-parametric Kruskal-Wallis and Friedman tests.

: Intra-group improvements in OPI, GI, BOP, and WSL over time for all three groups during the given study period. Probiotic mouthwash showed the most substantial reduction in BOP (34% from baseline), followed by chlorhexidine (19%), and fluoride (11%) at the end of the 12th week. Fluoride mouthwash was most effective in reducing the OPI (15% from baseline) and WSL(4%), while chlorhexidine was most effective in reducing the GI (15% from baseline). Inter-group comparisons revealed no statistically significant differences in the effectiveness of the three mouthwashes.

: All three mouthwashes improved oral hygiene indices over time, there were no significant differences between the probiotic, fluoridated, and chlorhexidine groups in their overall effectiveness.
STRESS AND COPING AMONG PARENTS WITH CHILDREN ENROLLED IN REMOTE SCHOOLING DURING COVID-19
Authors: Chevalier Jocy-Anna , Andrews Adlam Johanna , Thompson-Robinson Melva , Dodge Francis Carolee , Anderson Eboni , Traylor Daryl O.
Published: November 2024

The COVID-19 pandemic necessitated the closure of schools, prompting 93% of U.S. households with children to transition to remote schooling. This study investigates coping mechanisms used by parents and the emotional impact of remote schooling on their well-being. A cross-sectional online survey, grounded in the Transactional Model of Stress and Coping, was conducted among 133 U.S. parents with children engaged in remote schooling from May to October 2020. Pearson correlations and paired sample t-tests were calculated. Multiple regression was performed to determine how well stress, resilience, and gender predict depressive symptoms. The study participants had an average of 1.96 children. Most commonly used coping mechanisms included planful problem-solving, seeking social support, and escape/avoidance. A statistically significant positive association was found between stress and depressive symptoms. Stress and depressive symptoms increased during the pandemic, while resilience decreased. The resulting statistically significant regression model of stress, resilience, and gender accounted for 75.4% of the variability in depressive symptoms. These results underscore the importance of addressing parental well-being and mental health during times of crisis, particularly when children are engaged in remote schooling.
The influence of social cognitive factors on physical activity of Chinese university students: The moderating role of gender
Authors: Khairani Ahmad Zamri , Zhang Hanying
Published: November 2024

This study constructed a prediction model of physical activity among Chinese college students based on the social cognitive theory to investigate the factors and mechanisms influencing physical activity among Chinese college students. Questionnaires were dispensed to a cohort of 2000 university students hailing from 10 academic institutions located in Guangzhou, Guangdong Province, China resulting in the retrieval of 1897 questionnaires deemed valid. The conceptual framework was subsequently modeled using the PLS-SEM methodology based on  the sample data collected. Sports social support (β = 0.191***), outcome expectation (β = 0.306***)  and self-efficacy (β = 0.459***) positively impact college students' physical activity through self-regulation (β = 0.346***). Male self-efficacy has a weaker influence on self-regulation. Male college students' self-regulation also has a weaker effect on physical activity. External disturbance (β = -0.192***) negatively affects physical activity while internal disturbance has a minor impact (β = -0.135***, f2=0.010) almost negligible. The research validated the impact of various social cognitive elements on the exercise habits of university students. It offers a solid empirical foundation for advancing physical activity engagement among college students in China. Furthermore, the findings can serve as a fundamental reference point for Chinese educational institutions to develop comprehensive sports policies tailored specifically for college students.
Sustainable Software Solutions: A Tool Integrating Life Cycle Analysis and ISO Quality Models
Authors: Qiang Yang , Che Pa Noraini , Ismail Rosli
Published: November 2024

Sustainability is essential in software systems in today's eco-conscious atmosphere. However, companies often overlook this, resulting in energy waste and e-waste. We implemented an automated software sustainability assessment solution to address this by fusing Life Cycle Analysis (LCA) and ISO quality model implementation capabilities. Our tool reduces environmental impact, promotes economic, technical, environmental, and social sustainability, improves resource labor efficiency and usage time (hardware life), and enables user autonomy. Developed in Python, it is a tool for assessing and evaluating software sustainability (such as performance or maintainability) that has been validated in real-world scenarios. We provide a method for assessing software maintainability and energy efficiency by combining LCA with the ISO 25010 standard. Case studies confirm that the new tool offers a comprehensive sustainability assessment method consistent with sustainable development goals. The study results show that maintainability and energy efficiency were thoroughly assessed. The accuracy and precision of the test assessment results were further confirmed, indicating that the tool is consistent across different software projects and reliable, proving its practical application. This advancement is essential for sustainable software development and provides concrete metrics and operational insights for developers and their companies. In future research, we plan to extend the tool’s metric scope and improve data visualization/information customization suitable for more diverse software environments and sustainability goals. Our tool promotes eco-responsibility while raising quality and sustainability standards for all software systems.
Symbiotic Organisms Search for Determining Optimal Generator Capacity
Authors: Hong Thang Phan Van , Ngoc Dieu Vo , Tuan Khanh Dang
Published: November 2024

This article proposes a method to optimize generation capacity (GC) according to the load diagram for a generator system by adopting the Symbiotic Organisms Search algorithm (SOS). In this paper, the generator system operates as an off-grid including Diesel Generator (DG), Solar Panels (PV), and Wind Turbine (WT). Regarding the applied algorithm, the SOS algorithm is used to solve the optimization problem to minimize electricity generation costs while still ensuring meeting load capacity according to demand within 24 hours with many other scenarios. Calculation results are performed with 3 cases, each corresponding to a specific generator system. They will be compared with DE-HS, DSM, and FO algorithms. The comparison results show the effectiveness of the SOS algorithm compared to the DE-HS, DSM, and FO algorithms. On the other hand, analyzing the obtained results, the convergence speed of the SOS algorithm in finding solutions achieves stability when increasing the number of iterations by ten times. However, the SOS algorithm still has some problems that need to be improved. That is to minimize the time to find the optimal solution because the algorithm has to perform many intermediate solution steps. Generator systems operating in off-grid mode are increasingly popular. In this system, generators have a variety of energy sources, including Diesel generators, solar power, and wind power. Many energy sources are integrated into a system, requiring a method to handle the optimal problem.
Effects of Perception of Potential Risk in Generative AI on Attitudes and Intention to Use
Authors: Moon Su-Ji
Published: November 2024

Generative artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly advancing, offering numerous benefits to society while presenting unforeseen potential risks. This study aims to identify these potential risks through a comprehensive literature review and investigate how user’s perceptions of risk factors influence their attitudes and intentions to use generative AI technologies. Specifically, we examined the impact of four key risk factors: fake news generation, trust, bias, and privacy concerns. Our analysis of data collected from experienced generative AI users yielded several significant findings: First, users' perceptions of fake news generation by generative AI were found to have a significant negative impact on their attitudes towards these technologies. Second, user trust in generative AI positively influenced both attitudes toward and intentions to use these technologies. Third, users' awareness of potential biases in generative AI systems was shown to affect their attitudes towards these technologies negatively. Fourth, while users' privacy concerns regarding generative AI did not significantly impact their usage intentions directly, these concerns negatively influenced their overall attitudes toward the technology. Fifth, users' attitudes towards generative AI influenced their intentions to use these technologies positively. Based on the above results, to increase the intention to use generated artificial intelligence, legal, institutional, and technical countermeasures should be prepared for fake news generation, trust issues, bias, and privacy concerns while improving users' negative perceptions through literacy education on generated artificial intelligence, and education that can be used desirable and efficiently.
The Estimation of Copper Serum Level Among Obese Children
Authors: Mohamed Soliman Hebatallah Shoukry , Mostafa Sallam Nehad Refhat , Mahmoud Silema Ebtessam Mohammed , Abdulrahman Seliem Lamyaa Hussain , Abdelrahman Asker Marwa Foad
Published: November 2024

Background: Obesity means an excess amount of body fat. No general agreement exists on the definition of obesity in children as it does adults. Most professionals use published guidelines based on the body mass index (BMI), or a modified BMI for age, to measure obesity in children. Others define obesity in children as body weight at least 20% higher than a healthy weight for a child of that height, or a body fat percentage above 25% in boys or above 32% in girls
Objective: to estimate the serum level of copper among obese children.
Methods: This comparative study was conducted on fifty of overweight and/or obese children (based on BMI) and thirty of clinically healthy, age and sex matched children's served as controls also, the cases and controls were selected randomly from the pediatrics outpatient clinic of Benha University Hospital and Sheben El Kom Educational hospital, in the period between 2013 to 2015. Parental consent was obtained for all children included in the study.
Results: In the current study there were no significant difference found between patients and control group regarding age, sex and residence, but there was significant difference between the two groups regarding income and socioeconomic state. P=0.04. Also, there were no static difference in height in patient when compared to control group, and patients had a higher statically significant Weight, BMI and Skin fold thickness when compared to control group. Additionally, that there were significantly higher rate of frequent bad nutritional habits including shipping breakfast (p=0.022) consumption of energy- dense food and food consumption during TV watch in patients than controls. P< 0.001 and the children's physical activity levels were lower in the patient’s group than the control group. P<0.001.
Conclusion: The obesity varied remarkably with different socioeconomic levels. Obese children had a characteristic nutritional pattern like skipping breakfast and consumption of energy dense food
Using Lipid Parameters in Predicting Preterm Infants with Respiratory Distress Syndrome
Authors: Mahmoud Silema Ebtessam Mohammed
Published: November 2024

Background: Respiratory distress syndrome is a clinical diagnosis which is warranted in a preterm newborn with respiratory difficulty, including tachypnea (>60 breaths/min), chest retractions, and cyanosis in room air that persist or progress over the first 48-96 hr of life, and a characteristic chest radiographic appearance.
Objective: to assess the cord blood lipid profile for predicting of preterm infants with respiratory distress syndrome.
Methods: This is a case control study which was conducted on 50 preterm neonates admitted to the neonatal intensive care unit of Shebin El-Kom teaching hospital between January 2011 and October 2011.
Results: the mean of weight gain during pregnancy in mothers of preterm with RDS was lower than the control group and the difference was statistically highly significant (P<0.01). Also, there was significant difference (P<0.05) regarding mode of delivery and antenatal steroid, however; no statistical significant difference was detected regarding maternal age, maternal weight, maternal BMI, pre-gravid height, the ruptured membrane > 24 hr and parity between both groups. the mean of total cholesterol, HDL-cholesterol and LDL-cholesterol in the cord blood was lower in group A than in group B and the difference was statistically highly significant (P <0.01), but there was no significant difference regarding the mean of both triglycerides and VLDL-cholesterol in both groups (P>0.05).the mean of total cholesterol, HDL-cholesterol and LDL-cholesterol was lower in mothers of preterm infants with RDS than in control group and the difference was statistically highly significant (P <0.01), but there was no significant difference was detected regarding the mean of levels triglycerides and VLDL-cholesterol in both groups (P >0.05).the cutoff values of cord blood (total Cholesterol, HDL-C, and LDL-C) below which RDS can be predicted are 80, 45.5 and 23.2 mg/dl respectively with a sensitivity of 83.3%, 86.7% and 86.7% and with specificity of 95%, 80% and 70% respectively.
Conclusion: We conclude that RDS is accompanied with lipid alteration in the infants and their mothers. The results of this study point to the importance of measuring of maternal serum and cord blood lipid profile as a predictor for the occurrence of RDS.
Rekonstruksi Nilai Kearifan Lokal dalam Sistem Kewarisan Adat Perspektif Hukum Islam pada Masyarakat Sumenep Madura
Authors: Busairi  , Khalilullah
Published: November 2024

Kajian ini mengulas sistem pembagian harta warisan pada masyarakat  Sumenep-Madura melalui dua fokus masalah penelitian: pertama, bagaimana sistem pembagian harta waris pada masyarakat Sumenep Madura? Kedua, bagaimana pandangan hukum Islam terhadap pembagian harta waris pada masyarakat Sumenep-Madura?. Sebagai bahan analisis, penelitian ini menggunakan teori konsep kewarisan Hazairin. Terdapat dua temuan dalam penelitian ini: pertama, pembagian harta waris di Madura melalui sistem pewarisan individual dan pembagian harta waris melalui sistem pewarisan mayorat; kedua, dalam pandangan Hazairin, sistem kewarisan yang diterapakan pada masyarakat  Sumenep sesuai dengan semangat hukum Islam, yakni al Quran. Pembagian harta waris pada masyarakat  di Madura, didistribusikan dalam bermacam sistem kewarisan, tidak hanya dengan sistem hukum Islam (fiqh) melainkan juga berdasarkan sistem hukum waris adat atau kebiasaan. Sistem hukum waris adat inilah yang paling banyak diterapkan karena dinilai lebih sesuai dengan nilai-nilai kebiasaan dan tradisi masyarakat.
Assistência à concepção na atenção primária em saúde
Authors: Barreto de Oliveira Samara , Gabriela de Medeiros Rodrigues Júlia , Pereira Alves Beatriz , Bezerra Souza Maíla , Vinicius Albuquerque Diniz Ítalo , Maria Cavalcanti Costa Gabriela
Published: November 2024

Objetivo: Identificar as ações de assistência à saúde reprodutiva na Atenção Primária à Saúde. Método: Estudo qualitativo, realizado com 30 médicos e 50 enfermeiros de equipes da estratégia de saúde da família. Os dados foram interpretados segundo a análise de conteúdo e à luz da literatura especializada. Resultados: Destaca-se entre as orientações oferecidas ao público: a identificação do período fértil, recomendações sobre a frequência de práticas sexuais, prescrição de ácido fólico preventivo e anamnese limitada à história de vida sexual da mulher. Em casos mais complexos é realizado o encaminhamento para outro nível de atenção à saúde, a exemplo, a consulta especializada de ginecologia, por falta de serviço referência para infertilidade. Considerações finais: as ações incipientes realizadas pelos profissionais na abordagem clínica e na gestão dos serviços não vão de acordo com a recomendação de documentos ministeriais.
Evaluation of the application of the ACEP cycle to student writing learning outcome
Authors: Hidayat Ryan , Andayani  , Anindyarini Atikah
Published: November 2024

The modification of the ACEP cycle is a pedagogical strategy consisting of four components: (A) Activities.  (C) Classroom discussion.  (E) Exercises. (P) Performance. The application of ACEP cycle modifications is used as a strategy to improve writing skills. This is the primary focus to consider in improving writing skills. The purpose of this study was to evaluate how effective the process of learning writing skills was by applying ACEP cycle modifications. This study used a mixed-methods approach. At the qualitative stage, an explanatory description design strategy is applied to collect comprehensive and in-depth information about the learning model applied by the teacher in the classroom. A pre- and post-test   control group design is used in the quantitative stage. The average score of students using the ACEP cycle modification was 82.64, higher than that of students who studied under the demonstration learning model which was 80.03. This finding is reinforced by the result of the significance coefficient = 0.006 < 0.05 so H0 is rejected. Thus, there is a difference in average student learning outcomes between the modification of the ACEP cycle and the demonstration learning model. ACEP cycle modification has practical implications for writing skills. First, it can easily identify the initial condition of students' writing skills. Second, ACEP cycle modification allows teachers to better understand how students build an understanding of writing concepts. Third, students can actively participate in the learning process and fourth, teachers can observe the construction stage and measure student progress more accurately.
Human rights in education implication schema based on the study of the UN Economic and Social Council’s 2030 agenda
Authors: Kurniawan Agung Budi
Published: November 2024

Human rights in education are an essential area that needs to be the highest priority for improving almost the entire world, especially for the 2030 agenda. This research analyzed the human rights in education values inside the UN Economic and Social Council’s declaration goal 4 of the official document entitled “Building back better from the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) while advancing the full implementation of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development”. The data are analyzed through a critical discourse approach in qualitative design and discourse organization analysis method. There are nine main human rights in education found inside the declaration including ensuring and protecting education equality, education, and learning development acceleration, preparing and providing sufficient education funding, cultural diversity in education, providing a safe environment for physical and mental health, providing safe, modern and convenient infrastructure and teaching-learning facilities, gender equality in education, internet literacy in education, involving every country as to the world’s global meeting and cooperation of education. The focus of improvement on human rights in education is concluded to be dynamic, which is influenced by economic, welfare, politics, IT, and other integral aspects of development and depends on the world’s and a country’s needs and future desire.
Predictors of organizational citizenship behavior among government personnel: A structural equation modeling approach
Authors: Nitafan Rowell P. , Idris Fatma M.
Published: November 2024

The study aimed to develop a causal paradigm of organizational citizenship behavior among government personnel in the SOCCSKSARGEN Region. 400 employees were selected through stratified balanced sampling. Data were collected using survey questionnaires and analyzed through the mean, Pearson r, multiple regression, and structural equation modeling. The study determined that quality of work life, employee silence, and political skill statistically correlate with organizational citizenship behavior. The study inferred the predictive capacity of the exogenous latent variables in influencing the organizational citizenship behavior of LGU employees. There were five generated models of organizational citizenship behavior, and model five was determined as the best-fit structural model. The model retained five quality indicators of work life, namely compensation and rewards, training and development, relationships and cooperation, organizational culture and climate, and work environment. Prosocial silence and acquiescent silence remained as indicators of employee silence. Political skill was narrowed to three indicators, comprising social astuteness, interpersonal influence, and networking ability. Finally, altruism and civic virtue emerged as the strongest indicators of organizational citizenship behavior.
Career and Sustainability
Authors: Hooley Tristram
Published: November 2024

This editorial is an introduction to career and sustainability, and provides an overview of this special issue.
Enhancing the sustainability of careers in disruptive times
Authors: De Vos Ans
Published: November 2024

Our current world is putting to the test the resilience of many workers when dealing with uncertainty and adjusting to changing ways of working, rapid digitization, combined with a pressure to perform and stay employable. In these uncertain times, it has become even more clear that careers cannot be seen as a linear sequence of predictable work experiences one has full control over, and that individuals cannot just rely on others to take care of their career security. At the same time, it provokes questions regarding the role of different stakeholders involved. This article summarizes the key elements of sustainable careers theory and discusses the relevance of this framework for understanding and addressing contemporary career challenges and implications for career counseling. It is a summary of my keynote address at the NICEC conference in Birmingham, July 2024.
Embedding the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals into the Career Curricula
Authors: Candy T. Y. Ho
Published: November 2024

The United Nations' 17 Sustainable Development Goals provide a framework for addressing global challenges, linking environmental sustainability to individual and social well-being and social justice. This article explores how embedding the SDGs into career development can enhance career exploration and contribute to a sustainable future. Drawing on experiences from teaching a senior career capstone course, it highlights strategies for integrating the SDGs into career interventions. Key components include developing personal mission statements, researching organizations, analyzing future work trends, and conducting informational interviews. The article also presents evidence of the course's impact on students' thinking and provides practical advice for implementation.
Embedding the concept of Decent Work in career development learning
Authors: Cunningham Eileen , Christie Fiona , Deakin Ria , Jones Katy
Published: November 2024

In this article we raise questions about the dilemmas and practices of developing 'critical consciousness' in career development practice. We outline theory and policy that has been instrumental in the evolution of a Decent Work informed approach to career learning. Inspired and informed by our own research with students and young people in precarious work, we conclude by showcasing resources we have developed in partnership with the Greater Manchester Good Employment Charter team for embedding 'Decent Work' in career development learning.
How possible is fulfilling work for mid-life women: A narrative review of the empirical psychology literature.
Authors: Walker Laura
Published: November 2024

There are over nine million women aged 40-60 in the UK alone, but they remain under-represented in the psychology and career literature. Whilst there is limited research into fulfilling work for midlife women, this broad review identified 50 related studies offering important clues for women themselves and practitioners working with them. It seems fulfilling work is possible for midlife women, but they are likely to face more, and different, challenges compared with men or other women. Five key insights are highlighted and specific findings for midlife women summarised.
Career Well-Being: Practical tools and ideas for organisations to support employees
Authors: Mansfield Kate
Published: November 2024

This article explores the way that career professionals can have career conversations which integrate work and well-being. As the boundaries between work and non-work have become more blurred, it is vital that career professionals and organisations support individuals to take care of themselves and not just to focus on getting and keeping a job. The article considers the published material on the topic of career well-being as well as the research and case studies developed by Career Counselling Services (CCS) through their Balance Career Coaching toolkit designed to support the overlapping needs of individuals and employers at work.
Reflections on ethical challenges in green guidance
Authors: Kavková Eva , Šprlák Tomáš
Published: November 2024

This article explores the ethical challenges of incorporating 'green guidance' into career counselling, a concept introduced by Peter Plant in 1996. Green guidance advocates for integrating environmental justice and sustainability into career decision-making. The article discusses diverse perspectives on the ethical implications, particularly the balance between impartiality and socio-political responsibilities. Despite some concerns about neutrality, the article argues that career guidance should evolve to prioritize environmental sustainability and client well-being. Practical approaches for integrating green issues into career counselling are suggested, drawing on insights from the 'Exploring Green Guidance' project in Europe. The article concludes that addressing climate change in career guidance is an ethical and practical necessity for future career development.
How green is your practice? A process for auditing and reimagining career guidance practice for a greener world
Authors: Grant Korin
Published: November 2024

This article outlines a method to aid career development professionals in addressing environmental issues through their practice. It is based on a workshop of the same title delivered at the NICEC conference on Career and Sustainability. The result is a facilitated process which supports practitioners to collectively reflect on current practice, acknowledge existing positions, discuss concerns and imagine new, ‘greener’ practice. The workshop takes practitioners through three stages: 1) Audit; 2) Challenges; and 3) Stimulus for change, making use of established typologies of practice and more recent explorations of social justice in career guidance. The audit stage employs Tony Watts’ typology of guidance ideologies to assess practitioners’ current positions and consider criteria for future provision. The five signposts of emancipatory career guidance is proposed as an impetus for the creation of new practice. The workshop is presented here as a tool for others to use and consider.
Green career education and guidance through the perceptions and experiences of career practitioners in English secondary schools.
Authors: Nuttall Belinda
Published: November 2024

The transition to a low carbon economy, climate change mitigation and adaptation, and nature restoration are expected to lead to a transformation of economic sectors. This will require a growth in green skills, a receptiveness to green roles and an understanding of the potential greening of all sectors. Plant suggests that green career education and guidance could provide the bridge between the emerging greener labour market and career development in schools. This article presents inductive qualitative research, using semi-structured interviews and reflexive thematic analysis (RTA) to explore the perceptions of career practitioners in English secondary schools revealing a broad spectrum of understanding and approach. A nascent green career education and guidance framework has emerged from a synthesis of existing literature and the research findings.
Book reviews
Authors: Stewart Michelle
Published: November 2024

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Editorial
Authors: Raharjo
Published: November 2024

Editorial