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The Role of Guidance and Counseling Teachers in the Prevention of Bullying in the Alpha Generation
Authors: Nazhifah Nada , Handini Olfy , Putri Melia , Aulia Siregar Zahwa , Nami Nelmi , Yenita Adilah
Published: June 2024

The issue of bullying has become a pressing concern in the context of education, especially in the digital age and with the development of the Alpha generation. In addressing this issue, the role of guidance and counseling (BK) teachers becomes very important. BK teachers are not only responsible for creating a safe and supportive school environment, but also have a central role in identifying signs of bullying, providing appropriate interventions, and providing emotional and social support to victims of bullying. Literature studies show that counseling teachers also have a proactive role in educating students, parents and school staff about the importance of bullying prevention. They often use individual or group counseling methods, conduct social skills training, and develop anti-bullying programs in schools. In addition, collaboration with various parties, including parents, school staff and the community, is key in creating effective bullying prevention strategies. Thus, improving BK teachers' skills and knowledge in understanding and addressing bullying issues will enable them to be effective agents of change in creating a safe, inclusive and supportive school environment for all students. Further research and the implementation of sustainable prevention programs will be crucial in addressing the challenges of bullying in this digital age
Opportunities and Challengs of Using Technology Sing Artifical Intelligency in Guidance and Counseling
Authors: Melia Sari Febi , Aulia Fitri Suci , Natfi Ellizar Aulia
Published: June 2024

The use of artificial intelligence (AI) technology in the field of guidance and counseling has become a topic that is attracting increasing attention. This article describes the opportunities and challenges associated with the use of AI technologies in such contexts. These opportunities include the ability to increase the accessibility of services, provide personalized solutions, and increase the efficiency of the guidance and counseling process. However, there are also challenges that need to be overcome, such as issues of privacy, trust, and the quality of human-machine interactions. By understanding these opportunities and challenges, guidance and counseling practitioners can effectively integrate AI technology into their practice, improving the quality of the services they provide. This research aims to describe the opportunities and challenges of using AI technology in Guidance and Counselling. This research uses a research method in the form of a literature study (libraryresearch).
The Influence of Addiction to Using Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Generation Z in Guidance and Counselling
Authors: Eka Putri Annisa , Wahyuni Dinata Wilu , Cantika Basri Diana
Published: June 2024

In today's increasingly sophisticated world, technological developments have a big influence on people's daily lives. Intelligence is created and channeled to computers so that they can do work like humans do. These intelligences are contained in a gadget. Gadgets are tools that can help people to connect with each other and connect with various existing media. This convenience has an impact on many things that spread very easily. Furthermore, it has an impact on the difficulty of obtaining correct and reliable information for various purposes, causing a person to feel uncomfortable and safe and to be wary of information. This research aims to understand the impact of excessive use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on generation Z. To find out the influence of AI on the lives of generation Z, both emotionally, mentally and socially, generation Z. The method used in this article is a method using a literature review approach or what is called with literature study. The method that uses this approach contains theories from literature that are related (relevant) to the research problem. Literature review plays a role in forming the basis of research studies by building relevant concepts and theories. In this literature review, an analysis of the concepts and theories applied is carried out based on accessible literature, especially from articles that have been published in various scientific journals and also books that are relevant to the research problem.
Group Guidance in Helping to Overcome the Phenomenon Offear of Missingout in Generation Z
Authors: Fransiati Sherly , Aini Nurul Aini , Farras Ar-Rasyid Muhammad , Andriani Safitri Suci , Septiani Rika
Published: June 2024

The fear of missing out (FoMO) phenomenon is an increasing problem among Generation Z, mainly triggered by the excessive use of social media. FoMO can negatively impact young people's mental health and productivity One effective approach to address FoMO is through group mentorship. Through these mentor shipsessions, generation Z can explore ther of the problem, share experiences, and develop strategies to manage FoMO in a healthy manner. Group coaching provides education and raises awareness about the definition, causes, and negative consequences of FoMO. In addition, it helps develop time management skills, in creasesse lf-confidence and self-esteem, and promotes living in the present (mindfulness) and appreciation of whatone has right now. Group support and experience sharing are also strengths of the mentorship, creating as a feenvironment for sharing and support. Through structured group guidance, Generation Z can develop the skills and perspectives necessary to overcome FoMO and lead a more balanced and meaningful life. With the right support and guidance,they can break free from the shackles of the fear of missing out and enjoy the present moment more mindfully.
Concerning the Role of BK Teachers in Increasing Self-Confidence in Teenagers
Authors: Andriana Nurulia , Giovani Sovi , Zaskia Asrul Aisya , Maisi Mustika , Rozi Fakhrul
Published: June 2024

Self-confidence is an important aspect in adolescent development. Lack of self-confidence can prevent teenagers from exploring their own potential, building healthy social relationships, and achieving desired achievements. Therefore, the role of Guidance and Counseling (BK) teachers in schools is very important in helping teenagers increase their self-confidence. This article outlines the three main roles of guidance and counseling teachers in building adolescent self-confidence. First, guidance and counseling teachers play a role in providing guidance and counseling to teenagers individually and in groups to identify factors that influence self-confidence and provide strategies and techniques to increase it. Second, guidance and counseling teachers can hold programs or activities specifically designed to build teenagers' self-confidence, such as public speaking training, self-development workshops, or extracurricular activities. Third, guidance and counseling teachers play a role in creating a school environment that is conducive and supportive for the development of adolescent self-confidence, as well as collaborating with other teachers, parents and related parties. With the active and structured role of guidance and counseling teachers, teenagers can get the support and guidance needed to increase their self-confidence, so that they can grow into confident, independent and successful individuals in the future.
The Effectiveness of Artificial Intelligence Technology in Facing the Challenges of Guidance and Counseling in the Digital Age
Authors: Amelia Putri Rahmi , Mailana Zikra , Fadilah Nailatul , Zulkifli  , Mardenil Fanny , Oktarini Ira
Published: June 2024

All professions are encouraged to keep up with the times because technology encourages humans to continue to innovate, helping them communicate, interact, and learn about the development of the world. All things, including education, are influenced by the rapid development of technology. Guidance and counseling services are expected to be achieved optimally through the use of information technology-based tools and services. The role of technology and its benefits for guidance and counseling libraries. The review is used in this article. Literature review is to make writing related to a particular topic, one must search and read books, journals, and other publications related to the research topic. To get answers to questions, documentation methods were used to collect data from various sources in this study, namely literature in one.  In the document of an increasingly dynamic digital era, artificial intelligence (AI) technology has become an integral part in various aspects of life facing challenges in facing various problems arising from the use of technology. Artificial intelligence technology can assist guidance and counseling professionals in dealing with such challenges in several ways. Artificial intelligence is the study of computers being able to do things that humans do better. The concept of artificial intelligence is divided into four, namely the ability to think humanely, the ability to act like humans, the ability to think logically and the ability to act rationally. When carrying out guidance and counseling online, of course, it cannot be separated from the advantages and disadvantages. With faster and more accurate data analysis capabilities. Counselors must have adequate skills to overcome any obstacles and challenges that may occur during the guidance and counseling service process. Counseling is a reciprocal relationship in which a counselor helps a person understand themselves in relation to their life problems. Counseling is usually accompanied by broader guidance. The guidance and counseling teacher should be an experienced professional. Counselors must change their functions to support changing times along with technological advances. Counselors can adapt to the era of a smart society thanks to new innovations such as online counseling.
Overview of Guidance and Counseling Teachers’ Compassion Fatigue and its Correlation With Empathy in Individual Counseling Service
Authors: Munawarah Raja Ahmad Raja Rahima , Diniaty Amirah , Hasgimianti  , Suhertina  , Riswani  , Habibah Suci , Berlian Purnama Deceu , Efendi Yunita
Published: June 2024

Empathy is an essential quality for counselors when delivering counseling services, as it allows them to connect with their clients on a deeper level. However, it's recognized that empathy levels can fluctuate, with one potential factor being the onset of compassion fatigue. Compassion fatigue refers to the exhaustion experienced by individuals providing care and attention to those they're assisting, a phenomenon commonly observed among social workers like counselors. This research seeks to examine the impact of compassion fatigue on empathy within the context of counseling services. This research employed a correlational methodology, utilizing the Pearson Correlation formula. The study population comprised guidance and counseling teachers from secondary schools in Pekanbaru city. This research used a random sampling technique and convenience sampling technique for a total of 36 people form 90 populations. The instrument used was a Likert scale with 5 closed model answer choices. The fatigue level among guidance and counseling teachers in secondary schools of Pekanbaru City falls within the medium category at 66.66%, with the remaining 33.33% categorized as low. The empathy level among guidance and counseling teachers is predominantly in the very high category, accounting for 47.22%, while the remaining 52.77% falls within the high category. The correlation analysis indicates a significant inverse relationship between compassion fatigue and the empathy levels of guidance and counseling teachers in Pekanbaru City secondary schools. This is substantiated by a correlation coefficient of -.604. At a significance level of 0.01, the statistical analysis confirms the significance of this relationship, as evidenced by the p-value of 0.00, which is below the threshold of 0.05.This has shown that guidance and counselling teachers can still carry out their role well in counselling services, even though they have experienced compassion fatigue on average in the moderate category.
Students' Social Adjustment: Effects of the Peer Environment
Authors: Utri Raihani  , Linda Yarni  , Budi Santosa  , Dodi Pasila Putra
Published: June 2024

This research is entitled "Student Self-Adjustment: Effects of the Peer Environment" by Utri Raihani, NIM 2620022. Sjech M. Djamil Djambek State Islamic University Bukittinggi, student at the Faculty of Tarbiyah and Teacher Training, Guidance and Counseling Study Program . A phenomenon that transpires in classes X and IX served as the basis for this investigation. The author identified problems related to the peer environment in the cooperation index, namely the reluctance of some students to join groups to complete school assignments. The problem with the peer environment in terms of competition is that some students disappoint their peers by not appreciating their peers' achievements and by mocking or criticizing them. The problem related to social adjustment in terms of social attitudes and behavior is the reluctance of some students to take part in school. The problem identified is related to social adjustment in the sense of personal satisfaction with the behavior displayed, namely that there are students who do not accept their own shortcomings so they cannot get along well with their friends Determining the degree to which the peer environment affects students' social adjustment is the aim of this study. This research uses an associative quantitative approach. The population of this study consisted of 200 students, namely class X and XI students. The sample collection method for this research uses a proportional stratified random sampling technique, which is used when the population is homogeneous and spread out. To guarantee a homogeneous sample, each student in each class was selected by considering the number of students, student gender, and major, so that a total sample of 134 students was obtained. The Peer Environment Questionnaire and the Students' Social Adjustment Questionnaire were the tools utilized in this study to collect data. A straightforward linear regression test is the type of data analysis used to evaluate the study hypothesis. Studies reveal that social adjustment (Y) is 17.3% influenced by the peer environment (X). Other variables impact the remaining 82.7% of the population in the meantime (R2).Keywords: Peer environment, social adjustment
Legislative methods and means of establishing the truth on the fact of a crime committed in the Ancient Russian state of the 10th—15th centuries
Authors: Vasilchenko Denis , Gusev Vladimir , Samodelkin Alexander
Published: June 2024

The article presents the results of the historical and legal analysis of the legislative acts of the ancient Russian state of the 10th-15th centuries regulating the ways and means of collecting evidence and solving crimes. The mechanism of initiation of a criminal case and initial search measures are considered. Such methods of investigation and sources of evidentiary information as confrontation, admission of guilt, detection of obvious traces of a crime, witness testimony, are investigated. The authors came to the conclusion that in the ancient Russian state, at a certain historical stage, a legislative methodology for solving a crime and a judicial procedure for establishing the truth about a criminal event were formed.
“One must live among the people to see the horror of horse stealing”: on the problem of horse theft in the post-reform period
Authors: Popp Ivan
Published: June 2024

On the basis of materials from periodicals and unpublished sources, the author examines the attempts of the capital's officials in the post-reform period to strengthen the system of punishments for horse thieves. But in practice this was not done, since at the level of regional volost and magistrates' courts, rather mild decisions were used, not having any effectiveness in combating crimes. In addition, the weakness of the local government system, the lack of unity in the lower judicial institutions, the class and the parallel coexistence of positive and customary law led to the lack of any achievements in the fight against theft of horses.
USA and ethno-political myths of the Crimean Tatars as a factor of weakening of the USSR and the Russian Federation in the international scene
Authors: Demeshko Natalia , Irkhin Alexander
Published: June 2024

In historical retrospect, the United States uses various mechanisms of influence regarding the Crimean Tatars. One of the mechanisms is the construction of ethno-political myths, which can have both constructive and destructive social effects. The process of constructing destructive ethno-political myths in relation to the Crimean Peninsula is particularly revealing in this context. As Crimea, because of significance its military-strategic position, serve as a platform for testing various forms of social destabilization, by the USA, Turkey and European countries, including through the actualization of Crimean Tatar issues. American technologies for constructing the “eternal” foe image in the mythonarrative of the Crimean Tatars based on materials of the US State Department, nonprofit organizations, analytical centers, publications of the American scientific and expert community, mass media, data of Crimean Tatar organizations is considered by the authors in this article.
Church reform in the concept of S.N. Bulgakov
Authors: Alontseva Dina , Lavrishcheva Olga
Published: June 2024

The article is devoted to the analysis of views on the problem of the relationship between the state and the church of the famous Russian scientist, philosopher, jurist, economist Sergei Nikolaevich Bulgakov. The emphasis is placed on the position of the scientist about the place of the church in the state mechanism.
Efficacy of a theatre-based intervention in patients with Parkinson’s disease
Authors: Calabria Marco , Ciongoli Francesco , García-Sánchez Carmen , del Mar Bonnin Caterina , Sedano Berta Pascual , Kulisevsky Jaume , Roure Teresa Fèrriz , Macip Salvador
Published: June 2024

Although evidence suggests that different forms of artistic expression may have a positive effect on health, the limits and nature of their effects have not yet been fully elucidated. In the present study, we aimed to investigate the efficacy of a theatre-based intervention in patients with Parkinson’s disease (PD). To this end, we assigned participants to two types of interventions over three months: a) theatre-based, which included both active (theatrical workshops) and passive (attending theatrical performance) participation activities, and b) cognitive stimulation, which involved tasks designed to stimulate attention and memory to be carried out at home. Before and after the intervention, participants were assessed on several measures, including cognition (memory, language, and executive functions), mood (depression and anxiety), emotional state (apathy and anhedonia), and quality of life (Parkinson's Disease Questionnaire-39, PDQ-39).By comparing participants’ performance pre- and post-intervention, we found that, while neuropsychological test scores did not change significantly due to the intervention, participants reported cognitive improvements in the PDQ-39. Also, depressive symptoms and anxiety decreased significantly after the intervention in both groups. Finally, emotional well-being improved only in participants enrolled in the theatre-based intervention.In conclusion, our study findings demonstrated that theatre-based interventions have specific benefits for emotional well-being and non-specific benefits in reducing depressive symptoms and anxiety, as well as self-perceived cognitive improvements. Further research is needed to understand the underlying mechanisms that promote these benefits.
Re-Examination of the Reciprocal Relation Between Intrinsic Motivation and Competence Beliefs in Math Using the Random-Intercept Cross-Lagged Panel Framework
Authors: Paschke Patrick , Steinmayr Ricarda , Mertens Alica , Neubauer Andreas B. , Spinath Birgit
Published: June 2024

Previous studies employing cross-lagged panel models (CLPMs) found mixed results regarding reciprocal relations between competence beliefs and intrinsic motivation. CLPMs have been criticized for leading to erroneous causal inference in certain situations. We re- examined one dataset and additionally analyzed a second dataset regarding reciprocal relations between competence beliefs and intrinsic motivation with the alternative random-intercept cross-laged panel models (RI-CLPMs). We analysed data from 670 2nd to 3rd grade students (dataset 1, M = 8.80 years old, 98% white, 55.7% female) and 542 2nd to 4th grade students (dataset 2, M = 7.96 years old, 76.7% native German speakers, no information on ethnicity, 50.2% female) in Germany. The results revealed little to no evidence for reciprocal relations between the constructs.
The Role of Math Games for Children's Early Math Learning: A Systematic Review
Authors: DePascale Mary , Ramani Geetha
Published: June 2024

Math learning in early childhood is critical for later success, as it is predictive of mathematical and academic achievement through adolescence. Therefore, developing engaging and effective methods for early math instruction are important. Math games are a common method for teaching math in a way that is motivating and engaging for young children and are often used in early childhood classrooms. However, research on what games are effective and who can benefit from playing them often focuses on single elements or contexts of gameplay, and there is little research summarizing the effects of math games on children’s learning. The current systematic review presents research on the impact of math games on preschool through third grade children’s math development, examining what game contexts, types, and content areas are effective for math learning, who can learn from games, and what features of math games effectively promote learning in early childhood. Themes in the literature include the impact of game design factors, math outcomes studied, and dosage of gameplay for learning through games. The review reveals that future research is needed to compare the effects of gameplay across contexts and to examine additional factors influencing children’s learning from games.
Need second-hand advice? The timing of when people seek algorithmic recommendations
Authors: Liang Garston , Hawkins Guy , Newell Ben R
Published: June 2024

This is the preprint for the manuscript: "Need second-hand advice? The timing of when people seek algorithmic recommendations" by Liang, Hawkins, & Newell. Please address any enquiries to "garston.liang@gmail.com".
Ethics in Governance
Authors: Aryal Raju
Published: June 2024

The evolution of governance from ancient times to the present highlights the critical role of ethics in ensuring effective and fair administration. This study explores the necessity of ethical governance in Nepal, emphasizing the interplay between good governance and ethical leadership. The literature review traces the historical development of governance concepts, from the social contract theories of Hobbes and Rousseau to contemporary definitions that stress transparency, accountability, and participation. Ethical governance is identified as essential for addressing current shortcomings in Nepal's governance structures, despite existing legal frameworks. Ethical leadership, characterized by integrity, accountability, and fairness, is pivotal in fostering trust, transparency, and sustainable decision making. Based on the narrative review, this research underscores that while good governance focuses on systems and outcomes, ethical governance ensures these are achieved through morally sound principles. The study concludes that Nepal's path to sustainable development and genuine prosperity lies in embedding ethical governance deeply within its political and administrative frameworks, driven by committed ethical leadership.
Patterns of Electoral Violence and Security Concerns in Nepal
Authors: Shahi Man Bahadur
Published: June 2024

Electoral violence, as direct and indirect acts of violence intended to affect power structures and election outcomes, is a major threat to the integrity of the voting process. Nepal in the past few electoral exercise has been experiencing increasing number and forms of electoral violence that have known to derail democratic practice and disrupt the social cohesion. The study attempts to unravel these phenomena in Nepal through a qualitative research method employing focus group discussion, interviews, and an extensive review of secondary sources to show that conflicting political ideology, social and ethnic tensions, poverty, economic inequality, and convoluted frustration with socio-political structures are the leading causes of electoral violence. This paper argues that electoral violence undermines the participation of people in the electoral process, thus hindering the progress of democracy in Nepal. The state must ensure a comprehensive security mechanism throughout the electoral process that includes but is not limited to efficient use of technology, promotion of voter education, strengthening the impartiality of state agencies and law enforcement, and enacting legislation prohibiting political party manipulation to ensure free and fair elections.
Nepalese Borderland Community as State’s Partner in Border Protection
Authors: Bhatta Puran Chandra
Published: June 2024

Nepal in the current domestic and foreign state of affairs, finds itself at a peculiar threshold concerning national security, particularly with the recent events surrounding border disputes with India. In this regard, the article based on qualitative approaches such as interviews, extensive literature review and the researcher’s long-standing experience as a security personnel highlights the strategic importance of the borderland population and argues that these communities are unique in their political position as citizens, particularly in relation to the state’s sovereignty. The article in doing so puts the spotlight on the borderland communities who are often overlooked in majority of the literature dealing with the Nepal- India border issues. As global and national experience indicate, the borderland community as allies of the state can be important partners in national security and border protection. Alternatively, the state’s dereliction of duty over these strategically important populations will prove detrimental to the state’s security, territorial integrity and sovereignty. The Nepalese state should, therefore, urgently focus on the borderland community through programs and policies that can help reduce their grievances and build trust with the state.
Small Arms Influx and its Implication in Kathmandu
Authors: Thapa Manoj
Published: June 2024

This paper examines the status of proliferation of small arms in Nepal and its influx in Kathmandu before insurgency, during insurgency and post-conflict scenario. Exploring the existing law on small arms proliferation and how is it coping with this matter? This study discusses the major crimes that occurred by using small arms in Kathmandu. Methodologically, secondary source of data is used from previous relevant research studies on small arms and light weapons in Nepal during insurgency and post-conflict period. Kathmandu valley and taken as the focus of study because of two reasons: firstly, to map the numerous urban security threats that occurred in Kathmandu emanating from the influx of small arms and secondly, because of the availability of data. Numerous reports published on small arms proliferation, news reports, media analysis, books and articles have been reviewed and examined to underline how the use of small arms was massive used during the time in insurgency and even in the transitional period. This paper contends that despite the end of the transitional period and the promulgation of the new constitution, instances of crimes attributable to small arms proliferation have not decreased. It underscores the inadequacy of the existing legislation regarding small arms in addressing contemporary challenges, emphasizing the imperative need for the enactment of comprehensive laws and the implementation of robust measures concerning small arms.
Chain of Resistance in The Third Life of Grange Copeland
Authors: Chapagaee Rajendra Prasad
Published: June 2024

Black women in America have been fighting not only against white patriarchy and white women’s racism but also against sexism within their own race. They have been victims of triple repression for being black on skin color, female in sex and economically underprivileged in patriarchal society. Being a black woman is totally different and harder than being just a white woman or a black man. They are bound with racial as well as cultural taboos and the interracial gender barriers. They are victimized not only by white male and female but also by their own men as slaves of slaves. They have been marginalized for being black and female. However, they fight against racial and patriarchal repressions with limited means especially with silence as a submissive woman but sometimes as a rebellious woman. They challenge the male-centered discourse to reclaim their lost identity of womanhood. The feminine gender norms like submissiveness, modesty, passivity disrupt and cease to disrupt according to situation and type of suppression upon them. They do not remain always silent recipients of violence and suppression but struggle with their womanist self to rebuild their selfhood. They create a discourse out of silence to explore subjectivity and start a journey from self- abnegation to self- recognition. While resisting the repressions, black women undergo inner development and maturation and transform themselves from their old narrow self to new open self. Their lives of the past are interconnected with present and construct their future. So black women are not always suspended victims of repressions but are capable to create a space for new generation to claim female identity and selfhood in the society
लेखनाथ पौड्यालका फुटकर कवितामा आध्यात्मिक चिन्तन
Authors: शर्मा यादवप्रसाद
Published: June 2024

प्रस्तुत लेखमा लेखनाथ पौड्यालका केही फुटकर कविताहरूलाई पौरस्त्य आध्यात्मिक चिन्तनका आधारमा विवेचना गरिएको छ । विवेचनाका लागि आवश्यक सामग्रीको सङ्कलनका निम्ति पुस्तकालयीय सामग्रीसङ्कलन विधिको प्रयोग गरिएको छ । पुस्तकालयीय सामग्रीसङ्कलनका स्रोत त्रिभुवन विश्वविद्यालयको केन्द्रीय पुस्तकालय, नेपाल संस्कृत विश्वविद्यालय, वाल्मीकि विद्यापीठको पुस्तकालय एवं आफ्नै व्यक्तिगत सङ्ग्रहका पुस्तकहरूलाई बनाइएको छ । लेखनाथ पौड्यालका केही फुटकर कविताहरूको सूक्ष्मपठन गरेर पौरस्त्य आध्यात्मिक चिन्तन अभिव्यञ्जित केही प्रमुख कविताहरू ठम्याई निगमन विधिको उपयोग गरी सामग्रीको विश्लेषण गरिएको छ । अन्त्यमा लेखनाथले नेपाली साहित्यको कविता विधामा आध्यात्मिक चेत र युगीन सामाजिक चेतको समीकरणका साथ भाव र बौद्धिकतालाई समन्वित गर्दै लय र भाषाशैलीको सहज–परिष्कृत कालिगढीलाई उचाइसम्म पु¥याउँदै फुटकर कविताहरूमा पनि पौरस्त्य आध्यात्मिक चिन्तनलाई सशक्तरूपमा अभिव्यञ्जित गरेको निचोड निकालिएको छ ।
Feasibility of Arantius duct maneuver for tunneling between middle and left hepatic veins and their isolation for liver resection: A cadaveric study
Authors: Khatiwada Sagar , Yadav Prasun , Belbase Narayan Prasad , Timilsina Binaya , Pradhan Saroj , Bhujel Sushim
Published: June 2024

Introduction: Arantius duct is the remnant of ductus venosus arantii which, during the fetal development connects umbilical portion of portal vein to the inferior-venacava. It runs from the left branch of portal vein and its fibers insert into either the left hepatic vein or pass between left and middle hepatic vein. Arantius duct when retracted, helps in isolation of left hepatic vein from middle hepatic vein, this maneuver is Arantius duct maneuver.
Methods: This cross-sectional observational study was carried out at College of Medical Sciences Teaching Hospital, Nepal. The study included 25 cadaveric livers. Meticulous dissection was done on the livers, data were collected in proforma and entered into IBM SPSS 16.0 and electronically analyzed.
Results: The mean length of the Arantius duct was 54.76±3.74 mm (48mm to 63mm). The mean thickness of the duct was 5.64±0.56 mm (4.8mm-7mm). The duct terminated at the common trunk of MHV and LHV in 16(64%) cases and terminated at LHV in nine (36%) of specimens. In the presence of common trunk, the Arantius duct maneuver for tunneling between the left and middle hepatic vein was successful in 14(87.5%) of the specimens in this study. The maneuver was 100% successful in isolating left hepatic vein when it had a separate origin.
Conclusions: Arantius duct maneuver is a safe approach to tunnel between the middle and the left hepatic veins and their isolation for liver resection. It allows better vascular control with less post-operative morbidity associated to increased blood loss and reduces the risks of hepatic congestion post-surgery due to possible vascular compromise.
Prevalence and outcomes of short birth spacing pregnancy: A cross-sectional study
Authors: Pandit Chandika , Barma Aachal , Adhikari Jayaj , Mahato Devraj , Karn Mitesh
Published: June 2024

Introduction: Short birth spacing pregnancies are associated with adverse maternal and fetal outcomes and are highly prevalent in Nepal. The study aimed to establish the prevalence of short birth spacing and observe maternal and neonatal outcomes in those pregnancies in Western Nepal.
Methods: A cross-sectional study was carried out among pregnant women aged 20 to 40 years, visiting Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Gandaki Medical College for a period of six months from April through October 2023. Data surrounding demographics, current and previous pregnancy and neonatal outcomes were collected in a structured questionnaire for women included into the short birth spacing group. Descriptive statistics were used to observe the outcomes.
Results: The prevalence of short birth spacing was 18.38%. The participants ranged from 21 to 37 years, mean age being 26.72 years. About half (52.5%) had an inter-delivery interval between 18 and 24 months. About a third women (34%) had fewer than four antenatal visits and over three-fourths (76.25%) of them delivered at term. Vaginal delivery was slightly more common than LSCS (52% vs 48%). Preterm and low as well as very low birth weight of babies were more frequently found in shorter interpregnancy interval group. Though 112(80%) neonates required intensive care service as a part of transitional care or due to sepsis, there were no neonatal deaths.
Conclusions: The prevalence of short birth spacing was comparatively less than the existing data from Nepal. The outcomes would have been better if the patients have frequent antenatal visits and are managed at tertiary care centers.
Assessment of canthal index among the Nepalese and Indian MBBS students of a Medical College in Eastern Nepal
Authors: Shah Diwakar Kumar , Bhakta Shalini , Khatun Sanzida , Mahat Samyog , Jha Manisha , Sharma Nitasha
Published: June 2024

Introduction: The human face is a symbol of artistic expression and identity, with the orbit being a crucial factor in evaluating facial attractiveness. Various orbital measures, such as interpupillary distance, nasal limbus to temporal limbus, inner intercanthal distance, and outer intercanthal distance, are significant in ophthalmology and can help diagnose naso-orbitoethmoid damage, hypertelorism, and traumatic telecanthism. Hence, this study aimed to determine inner and outer canthal distances, mean canthal index values, and compare these values in the Indian and Nepalese MBBS students of Nobel Medical College Teaching Hospital.
Methods: A comparative cross-sectional study was conducted among 64 Indian and 128 Nepalese MBBS students aged 18 to 25 years in the Department of Anatomy at Nobel Medical College Teaching Hospital, Biratnagar from April to September 2023. The study used a convenience sample technique and involved measuring the inner canthal distance, outer canthal distance and calculating the canthal index.
Results:The overall mean canthal index was 17.93±3.13, the mean outer canthal distance and inner canthal distance were found to be 110.66±12.34 mm and 19.85±4.24 mm respectively. The mean value of the canthal index for Indian and Nepalese students was found to be 18.09±2.99 and 17.85±3.21 respectively.
Conclusions: The study found no significant differences in canthal distance or index between Nepalese and Indian students, possibly due to race and geographical habitat pattern similarities.
Comparison of tooth size and arch width of crowded and uncrowded Class I occlusion in individuals visiting a tertiary care center in Nepal
Authors: Pandey Manju , Parajuli Umesh , Dahal Anita , Shrestha Bijayata
Published: June 2024

Introduction: The knowledge of tooth width and arch size is essential for esthetic and orthodontic rehabilitation. Hence, this study was done to assess the extent to which the arch width and mesiodistal tooth size were responsible for the crowding in individuals visiting a tertiary care center in Nepal.
Methods: This was a cross-sectional study conducted on dental casts which was divided into two groups. The first group consisted 30 casts of normal occlusions (15 males and 15 females) without crowding. The second group consisted same number of casts exhibiting class I malocclusion with crowding. Mesiodistal teeth dimensions and arch width were measured. The data was analyzed using an independent sample t-test with a level of significance set at p<0.05.
Results: Statistically significant difference in mesiodistal width of the upper central incisor ( 1st group 8.5±0.33, 2nd group 9.26±0.47; p-value=0.027) and canine (1st group 7.52±1.03, 2nd group 8.14±0.34; p-value=0.012), lower canine (1st group 6.38±0.84, 2nd group 7.12±0.38; p-value=0.005), 1st (1st group 6.63±0.81, 2nd group 7.23±0.46; p-value =0.023) and 2nd (1st group 6.66±0.85, 2nd group 6.97±0.52; p-value=0.035) premolar was observed. Buccal intercanine width of the maxillary and mandibular arch (1st group 38.25± 3.14, 2nd group 36.45 ± 1.44; p-value=0.003 and 1st group 30.88±1.6, 2nd group 25.48± 0.75; p-value=0.05 respectively), maxillary buccal intermolar width (1st group 58.44±5.0, 2nd group 55.75± 1.7; p-value=0.001), mandibular buccal (1st group 56.75± 4.2, 2nd group 55.30±2.12; p-value=0.013) and lingual intermolar width (1st group 32.50±3.4 , 2nd group 28.73±1.88; p-value=0.036) were found to be larger in the first group.
Conclusions: The results of this study suggest that both the tooth size and arch width has a role in developing crowding.
Estimation of nitrogen and phosphorus in fertilizers found in Nepalese market and some soil samples
Authors: Pathak Arvind , Ijam Tara Limbu , Tamang Akrasha , Wagle Manoj Nidhi
Published: June 2024

Soil fertility is the basis for agriculture, soil acts as a crucial reservoir of plant micronutrients including the major elements such as nitrogen and phosphorus which largely determine plant health and crop productivity. The availability of nutrient absorption largely depends on the soil pH and soil moisture content as it affects the soil’s chemical, physical, and biological properties and plays a key role in agricultural productivity.
In this study, 15 soil samples were collected from Thecho, Gokarna and Pathivara Yangwarak to measure moisture content, soil pH, nitrogen and Phosphorus content and 6 samples of fertilizers from the Nepalese market were selected for their nitrogen and Phosphorus content. Soil moisture was found in the range of 16.57 – 28.40 % and soil pH was found in a slightly acidic to nearly neutral with pH value in the range of 6.5 – 7.0. Nitrogen content was estimated by the Kjeldahl method and phosphorus content was estimated by Olsen's method. Among 15 soil samples, phosphorus in 11 soil samples were found high value, 3 soil samples were found medium value and 1 soil sample were found low value and nitrogen in 5 soil sample were found high, 5 soil samples were found medium and 5 soil samples were found low value. In most of the fertilizers, nitrogen and phosphorus content were found much lower than labeled in the packet.
Biological activity and GC-MS determination of bioactive components of Clerodendrum viscosum (Vent.) from Siraha District, Nepal
Authors: Yadav Shivdev , Yadav Santosh Kumar , Subba Bimala
Published: June 2024

Clerodendrum viscosum has a long history of medical use in Asian countries with a variety of bioactivities. Although the chemical constituents of plants are strongly influenced by their surroundings, little is known about the chemical composition and biological activity of C. viscosum that is growing in Nepal's Siraha District. Therefore, the aim of this study was to evaluate the total phenolic content, flavonoid content, and biological activity, GC-MS analysis of C. viscosum leaves that was collected from the Siraha District. The methanolic extract of C. viscosum leaf was prepared and the phytochemicals were assessed, its TPC and TFC were estimated, and antioxidant and α-amylase inhibitory activities were determined following standard methods. Hexane soluble fraction of methanol extract of C. viscosum was subjected for GC-MS analysis. The TPC of the extract was found to be 197.68±0.11 mg GAE/g and its TFC was 105.14±0.026 mg QE/g. The IC50 value for DPPH free radical was found to be 26.85 0.150 g/mL, while the IC50 value for α-amylase enzyme activity was found to be 121.48 0.424 g/mL. The presence of several bioactive components was revealed by the GC-MS chromatogram, with phytol being a major constituent.
Exploring the Cognitive Growth Stages in Perry Theory and their Application for Higher Level Mathematics Learning
Authors: Kunwar Rajendra , Acharya Nara Hari , GC Laxmi
Published: June 2024

This article explores the cognitive growth stages in Perry's theory, its applications, and relevancies in higher-level mathematics learning using a review-based method. Perry's theory of intellectual and ethical development provides a framework for understanding and applying effective principles in mathematics education. The article examines the developmental progressions outlined in Perry's stages and their alignment with the cognitive shifts required for advanced mathematical understanding. The study focuses on the application of Perry's theory in the context of higher-level mathematics education to gain insights into how to nurture students' cognitive development and equip them with the skills for advanced mathematical competency. The article concludes by discussing the relevancies of Perry's theory in different dimensions of mathematics learning shaping effective mathematics curriculum and pedagogy. The findings highlight the importance of considering Perry's framework in designing instructional strategies that promote deeper understanding, cognitive flexibility, and critical thinking in higher-level mathematics learning.
A Cross-Sectional Study of Marital Women’s Violence in Rural Nepal
Authors: Acharya Milan
Published: June 2024

The purpose of this paper is to explore the situation of domestic violence among married women in Arghakhanchi, Nepal. A quantitative cross-sectional study design was used. It is found that females from Brahmin families had a higher percentage of corporal punishment than females of other ethnic groups (30.9% vs. 26.4%, p=0.001). Married women of age 25 and less were victimized by corporal punishment (58.3 %, p=0.001). Corporal punishment was 1.66 times higher in married women of the reproductive age group victimized by message mistreatment. It is linked to women's bullying through messages [AOR: 1.43; 95 %]. It means with a 95% confidence interval, that women who encounter bullying via SMS are 1.43 times more likely to become victims of domestic violence than women who do not. This implies that the two variables have a moderately positive connection. It is recommended that Brahmin younger married women (age 25 and under) should be the focus of interventions, as they seem to be more susceptible to physical punishment. Additionally, as message mistreatment and women's bullying through messages are strongly associated with a higher likelihood of domestic violence, addressing these issues should be a top concern.
Pengembangan Sistem Akuntansi Penggajian Pada Autumn PetShop
Authors: Aditya Mohamad Ragil , Simanjutak Denis Andreas , Azziky Muhammad Daffa , Paden Oktavianus , Syahbani Muhammad Fahri , Fauziyah Fauziyah
Published: June 2024

Pesatnya kemajuan teknologi informasi terlihat melalui pembaruan yang terus menerus baik pada perangkat lunak maupun perangkat keras, sehingga berdampak pada kinerja sistem komputer. Peran komputer melibatkan pemrosesan, penyimpanan, dan tampilan data. Setiap organisasi atau badan usaha selalu membutuhkan sumber daya manusia, mengacu pada karyawan dalam konteks ini. Autumn Petshop adalah bisnis yang mengkhususkan diri dalam penjualan makanan dan aksesoris hewan, dan mempekerjakan individu yang bekerja di Autumn Petshop. Oleh karena itu, dilakukan penelitian pada Autumn Petshop mengenai sistem akuntansi penggajiannya.Penelitian ini mengusulkan pengembangan sistem akuntansi penggajian yang melibatkan prosedur pencatatan waktu dan pembuatan daftar gaji yang akurat dan efisien. Metode Waterfall digunakan dalam perancangan sistem informasi berbasis web untuk berbagai bidang seperti perpustakaan, klinik hewan, penggajian karyawan, dan layanan salon hewan. Artikel juga membahas prosedur pembuatan bukti pembayaran dan pembayaran gaji karyawan di Autumn Petshop, serta menyertakan rancangan website berbasis web untuk Autumn Petshop. Dengan penerapan teknologi dalam sistem akuntansi penggajian berbasis web, diharapkan dapat meningkatkan efisiensi operasional Autumn Petshop dan mendukung manajemen sumber daya manusia. Kesimpulannya, sistem akuntansi penggajian yang efisien dapat memastikan kepatuhan perusahaan terhadap regulasi yang berlaku dan memberikan kontribusi positif terhadap kinerja perusahaan secara keseluruhan.
Pengaruh Persepsi Kegunaan Dan Kualitas Sistem Terhadap Niat Untuk Menggunakan Sistem Informasi Pendapatan
Authors: Rachmawati Ira , Budiarti Laeli
Published: June 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pengaruh persepsi kegunaan dan kualitas sistem terhadap niat untuk menggunakan Sistem Informasi Pendapatan. Penelitian ini dilakukan melalui pendekatan kuantitatif dengan metode survei yang dilakukan di Unsoed. Populasi dalam penelitian ini Bendahara Penerimaan, Staf Bendahara Penerimaan, dan operator Sistem Informasi Pendapatan. Teknik penentuan sampel menggunakan sampling jenuh atau sensus. Data penelitian menggunakan data primer berupa jawaban responden terhadap item-item pernyataan yang terdapat dalam kuesioner. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan persepsi kegunaan dan kualitas sistem berpengaruh positif terhadap niat untuk menggunakan Sistem Informasi Pendapatan. Apabila persepsi kegunaan dan kualitas sistem yang dirasakan meningkat, maka niat untuk menggunakan Sistem Informasi Pendapatan juga meningkat. Implikasi penelitian ini yaitu pemilik sistem untuk memfokuskan pada persepsi kegunaan dan kualitas sistem melalui kegiatan pelatihan lanjutan apabila terdapat pengembangan atau penambahan fitur-fitur baru pada sistem tersebut, melakukan evaluasi lebih lanjut tentang penerapan sistem dan menindaklanjuti berbagai faktor yang menjadi masukan para operator terkait kebutuhan informasi keuangan yang dihasilkan sistem.