bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Help-seeking behaviors and determinant factors among women exposed to intimate partner violence in East Africa based on recent demographic and health survey data: a multilevel analysis
Authors: Melkam Mamaru , Asnake Angwach Abrham , Mekuria Negussie Yohannes , Bezie Meklit Melaku , Asmare Zufan Alamrie , Asebe Hiwot Altaye , Seifu Beminate Lemma , Fente Bezawit Melak 
Published: September 2024

IntroductionHuman rights violations and violence against women are serious public health issues that have numerous detrimental repercussions on one’s physical, emotional, sexual, and reproductive health. According to studies, women’s perceptions and traits of violence are highly predictive of their likelihood of seeking help against violence. Even though intimate partner violence is a huge challenge nowadays in Africa, there is a low level of help-seeking behavior. Conducting this study at the East African level on help-seeking behavior can provide a clue for policy-makers. Therefore, this study aimed to reveal the prevalence of help-seeking behavior against intimate partner violence and determinant factors among women in East Africa.MethodMultilevel logistic regression analysis was carried out among East Africans using recent demographic and health survey data. A total of 7,387 participants aged 15 to 49 years were included in this study from East African countries. Individual- and community-level variables were considered to determine the associated factors with help-seeking behaviors against intimate partner violence with 95% CI and AOR.ResultsThe prevalence of help-seeking behavior against intimate partner violence among women was 38.07% with 95% CI (36.96%, 39.18%). Husbands drink alcohol [AOR = 1.46: 95% CI (1.33, 1.61)], women who have work [AOR = 1.33: 95% CI (1.19, 1.50)], and women with higher educational status [AOR = 1.36: 95% CI (1.16, 1.59)] were factors associated with help-seeking behavior against intimate partner violence.ConclusionApproximately four out of 10 women were seeking help for intimate partner violence in East Africa. Husbands drinking alcohol, women’s high educational status, and women having occupations were the factors that were associated with help-seeking behaviors against intimate partner violence.
The effectiveness of virtual passport, an app-based intervention, for dementia care
Authors: Hong Qian-Xi , Wang Wen-Fu , Yang Yuan-Han , Tung Yu-Chun , Dai Hong-Jie , Hsu Wen-Chuin , Huang Ling-Chun , Jhang Kai-Ming 
Published: September 2024

Background and objectivesThis study aimed to confirm the effectiveness of the virtual passport for dementia care.Research design and methodsThe virtual passport is an application (app) tool connecting healthcare professionals, dementia care sites, and people living with dementia (PLWD) and their family caregivers. This tool assists case managers in hospitals by providing individualized care plans and health education to PLWD and their caregivers. The dementia quality indicator achievement rates, care needs investigation and fulfillment, severity of behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia (BPSD), and changes in caregiver burden and depression are measured at the initial interview and 6 and 12 months after the intervention.ResultsWe enrolled 57 and 54 patients and their caregivers in the virtual passport and routine care groups, respectively. Compared to the control group, six quality indicators in the passport group showed significantly higher achievement at 6 months after using the virtual passport. Case managers addressed more care needs at 6 months (1.37 vs 0, p &lt; 0.001) and 12 months (1.32 vs 0, p &lt; 0.001). Improvement in severity of neuropsychiatric symptoms (neuropsychiatric inventory (NPI) irritability/lability difference: -0.58 vs 0.22, p = 0.044; NPI agitation/aggression difference =-0.78 vs 0.00, p = 0.042) were also observed. No obvious influence was found in caregiver burden and depression after using the virtual passport.Discussion and implicationsThe virtual passport is an effective information technology tool in improving the quality of dementia care, assisting case management in identifying more care needs, and reducing the severity of BPSD.
Mindfulness-based family psychoeducation intervention for caregivers of young adults with first-episode psychosis: results at 9-month follow-up
Authors: Zhang Zoe Jiwen , Lo Herman Hay Ming , Ho Wing Chung , Lau Elsa Ngar Sze , Ng Siu Man , Mak Winnie W. S. , Wong Samuel Yeung Shan , Hung Karen S. Y. , Lai Iris Yuen Shan , Lo Cola Siu Lin , Wong Jessica Oi Yin , Lui Simon S. Y. , Siu Clara Man Wah , Yan Eric Wai Ching , Chan Sunny Ho Wan , Lin Edmund , Wong Gloria Oi Chi , Mak Jonathan Wai Hung , Tam Hillman Shiu Wah , Tse Iris Huen Hung 
Published: September 2024

ObjectivesTo investigate the effects of a mindfulness-based family psychoeducation (MBFPE) intervention on caregivers and the young adults with first-episode psychosis in mental health care.MethodsSixty-five caregivers were randomly assigned to the MBFPE program (n = 33) or an ordinary family psychoeducation (FPE) program (n = 32). Eighteen young adults in recovery (YAIR) also participated in the study. All of the participants completed the assessments before participating in the intervention (T1), after the intervention (T2), and at 9-month follow-up (T3).ResultsIntention-to-treat analyses were conducted. The caregivers reported a significant and large effect size on positive caregiving experiences based on a Time × Group analysis (g = 0.862, p = 0.006). Among the YAIR participants, between-group differences were significant in their perceptions of caregivers’ expressed emotions, including large effect sizes of perceived criticism (g = 1.396, p = 0.049) and hostility (g = 1.444, p = 0.043). Caregiver demographics, including age, education level, socioeconomic status, and number of family members, were found to moderate the effect sizes of the variables studied.ConclusionThis study provides evidence of the effects of MBFPE programs on the outcomes of caregivers and the young adults with first-episode psychosis in their care. Specifically, the MBFPE program in this study played a greater role in promoting positive caregiving experiences and changing caregivers’ expressed emotions, especially their expressed criticism of YAIR, compared with the regular FPE program. Therefore, the application of mindfulness training to promote family care and YAIR recovery should be encouraged.Clinical trial registrationClinicalTrials.gov, identifier NCT03688009.
A health belief model-based community health education on mammography screening among reproductive-aged women in Ethiopia: a randomized controlled trial
Authors: Agide Feleke Doyore , Garmaroudi Gholamreza , Sadeghi Roya , Shakibazadeh Elham , Yaseri Mehdi , Koricha Zewdie Birhanu 
Published: September 2024

BackgroundEarly intervention in mammography use prevents breast cancer-related deaths. Therefore, this study aimed to apply health education interventions to mammography use in reproductive-aged women.MethodsThis was a sequential exploratory design using qualitative and quantitative methods. The qualitative part used to gain insights into the design and development of interventions. For the randomized trial, a sample of 405 participants was recruited in each arm. The mean difference of interventions on the study variables was determined using a general linear model for repeated measures (ANOVA). For dichotomous variables, nonparametric tests (Cochran Q) were used. Path analysis was used to observe how the constructs of the Health Belief Model interacted. We registered PACTR database (https://pactr.samrc.ac.za/): “PACTR201802002902886.”ResultsThe study found that there was a strong interplay between perceptions of mammography screening and the intervention, showing that the likelihood of mammography use and comprehensive knowledge increased from baseline to endpoint (p &lt; 0.005). Likewise, health motivation and all constructs of the health belief model had a statistically significant mean difference between the intervention and control groups (p &lt; 0.005). However, the mean value of perceived barriers in the intervention group was statistically significantly reduced after three and six months (mean difference = −2.054 between Measure 1 and measure 2 and −1.942 between Measure 2 and Measure 3). The hypothesized causal paths effect of the model was explained by 64.3% that shows there is strong relationship of the variables significantly (p &lt; 0.005).ConclusionThe study found that model-based mammography screening interventions had a significant impact at various time periods. We recommend future researchers consider the intensity and range of information to advance the field and figure out the problem while investigating the dose and peak of the intervention.
Opportunities for plain packaging of tobacco products in the Philippines: results of a nationwide online survey
Authors: Arda John Rafael Y. , Amul Gianna Gayle H. , Mallari Eunice U. , Santiago Alen Josef A. 
Published: September 2024

ObjectiveThis study aimed to contribute to local research evidence to promote the implementation of plain packaging of tobacco products in the Philippines. The study aimed to assess Filipinos’ perception of the effectiveness of plain packaging and their readiness by assessing the potential impact of plain packaging.MethodsWe conducted a nationwide geographically representative online panel survey with a sample size of 2,000 Filipinos. The survey recruited respondents 18–65 years old and residing in the Philippines, with 500 respondents each from the National Capital Region, Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao. We showed respondents six different mock-ups of cigarette packs in plain packaging, with two sizes of graphic health warnings (50 and 75%) and three plain packaging colors (black, white, and Pantone 448C). Using five-point Likert scales, participants rated their agreement with 18 items assessing readiness and rationales for plain packaging and 54 items related to pack design (9 items for 6 pack designs).ResultsThe study showed that Filipinos recognize the value of adopting plain packaging with larger graphic health warning labels on tobacco products in the Philippines. Both non-smokers and smokers agreed that plain packaging has the potential to reduce the attractiveness and appeal of packs, prevent advertisement and promotion of tobacco products, reduce the ability of tobacco products to mislead consumers, increase the noticeability and effectiveness of the pictorial health warnings, increase recall of the pictorial health warnings, affect consumer perceptions of the attractiveness of the tobacco products and their relative safety, reduce youth experimentation with the use of tobacco products, prevent the use of tobacco brand variants as a promotional tool, prevent branding targeted toward youth, promote quitting among current users, and to more clearly inform consumers about the harmful effects of tobacco use.ConclusionWe recommend that policymakers pursue plain packaging as legislation or as part of a reform of the Philippines’ graphic health warnings law. The law should target tobacco products sold in the Philippines.
JN.1: enhanced immune evasion ability propels it to become the predominant strain in China, unlikely to trigger pandemic similar to late 2022
Authors: Du Peng , Li Meiyi , Wei Guohui , Guo Chengbin , Li Ning 
Published: September 2024

IntroductionDue to the widespread presence of susceptible populations, the pandemic caused by BA.5 subbranches swiftly disseminated China, impacting the majority of individuals within a span of 1 to 2 months. Subsequently, XBB and its subbranches became the dominant variants in China.MethodsWe tracked the immune landscape in the population after the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic in late 2022 in China.ResultsOur findings suggested that low levels of neutralizing antibodies against BA.5 subbranches before the pandemic might have contributed to the national outbreak at the end of 2022. The widespread breakthrough infections subsequently increased immunity to BA.5, XBB.1.5/1.9.1, and JN.1, inhibiting a new wave of large-scale infections caused by XBB subbranches in China. Additionally, JN.1 demonstrated enhanced immune evasion capabilities; however, Chinese residents had comparable levels of neutralizing antibodies against JN.1 as those observed for XBB.1.5 among confirmed cases at the end of 2022.DiscussionWe anticipate that JN.1 will replace XBB subbranches as the predominant epidemic variant in subsequent transmissions within China. However, it is unlikely to cause a large-scale spread comparable to that witnessed at the end of 2022, with transmission patterns potentially resembling those observed for XBB post-pandemic.
STRATEGI PENGEMBANGAN EKONOMI KREATIF MELALUI KEARIFAN LOKAL SEBAGAI PENUNJANG DAYA TARIK WISATA
Authors: Benedhikta Kikky Vuspitasari  , Yeremia Niaga Atlantika  
Published: September 2024

The aim of the research is to provide an overview of creative economy development strategies and programs based on local wisdom in Bengkayang Regency. This descriptive qualitative research was conducted in Bengkayang Regency. The research subjects are the government, community, creative business owners, and visitors. Researchers use data collection methods such as interviews, observation, documentation, and literature studies for the purpose of looking at phenomena as a whole and partially. By using a qualitative descriptive approach, the researcher wants to examine the object as a whole by collecting data in the form of information, observation notes, and narrative interviews. The research results are based on SWOT analysis. The development of tourism in Bengkayang cannot be separated from the existence of rich culture in the local area. To be able to find out the strategies used to develop cultural tourism in Bengkayang, a potential analysis is needed by mapping strengths to be able to take advantage of cultural tourism opportunities in Bengkayang. The factors that need to be considered in developing microareas in Brape Sawa activities so that they are economically feasible are as follows: taking into account the physical and non-physical environment of the area and culture as important resources to consider so that they can be recognized by the younger generation, Promotion of tourism using information technology through print and electronic media, collaboration opens up opportunities to improve the quality of cultural tourism in Bengkayang, but is supported by government policy by increasing and encouraging the role of local investment.
Current issues of the current situation of advocates
Authors: Sharanov S. V. 
Published: September 2024

The article presents the results of the study of topical issues of the current situation of lawyers. On the example of such aspect of their activity as familiarization with the materials of the criminal case, it is shown that the mechanism of realization of this duty of advocates needs improvement. The author sees as problematic the fact that advocates in practice face difficulties in gaining access to the materials of the criminal case, and the fact that access to the materials of the case can be obtained by advocates who do not have the appropriate grounds for this. As a solution to these problems, the author proposes the creation of an electronic database of criminal cases, since one of the key factors in the development of advocates’ activities in modern conditions is digitalization. In order to put this mechanism into practice, according to the author’s position, it is necessary to ensure information security in the advocate’s activity. Analysis of the Rules of Conduct for advocates on the Internet, approved by the Council of the Federal Chamber of Advocates of the Russian Federation, indicates that this document does not sufficiently reflect the aspects of information security. The article presents recommendations on making clarifications to the content of the principle of security in the context of advocates’ activities in the Internet, thanks to which conditions can be created for the safe use by advocates of the electronic database of criminal cases.
Efektivitas Pelayanan Publik Berbasis E-Government pada Pemerintahan Kota Bandung menggunakan Pendekatan Rasch Model
Authors: Nurul Ramadhan Bayu 
Published: September 2024

The study presented in this paper analyzes the Effectiveness of E-Government-Based Public Services in Government. Focusing on a city in Indonesia, namely, Bandung City, this study aims to examine the factors that influence. The effectiveness of E-Government Based Public Services. Empirical application is carried out based on a sample of 53 users of government applications (E-Government) in Bandung City, analyzed using the Rasch Model. The method used in this research is a quantitative approach, where a nonexperimental design is applied to the research phenomenon. The collected data were processed with measurements in accordance with the standards to be identified between empirical observations and quantitative mathematical expressions. Primary data was collected through a questionnaire designed and distributed online using the e-form application. The findings show that the application User's response to the effectiveness of the city application is low, Public Satisfaction with Security and Data Protection with low response, and the Convenience Value factor to Practicality and User Satisfaction has high expectations from the application User's response. To the researcher's knowledge, studies on the Effectiveness of E-Government-Based Public Services in Government from the visitor's perspective are still limited, this can be a novelty of this paper to explain how E-Government Effectiveness affects Public Services in Government.

ABSTRAK

Studi yang disajikan dalam makalah ini menganalisis Efektivitas Pelayanan Publik Bebasis E-Government Pada Pemerintahan. Berfokus pada kota di Indonesia yaitu, Kota Bandung penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengkaji faktor-faktor yang mempengaruhi. Ke-efekivan Pelayanan Publik Berbasis E-Government. Penerapan empiris dilakukan berdasarkan sampel sebanyak 53 Pengguna aplikasi pemerintah (E-Government) di Kota Bandung, dianalisis dengan menggunakan Model Rasch. Metode yang digunakan pada penelitian ini adalah pendekatan kuantitatif, dimana desain nonexperimental diterapkan pada fenomena penelitian. Data yang terkumpul diolah dengan pengukuran yang sesuai dengan standar yang akan diidentifikasi antara pengamatan empiris dan ekspresi matematis kuantitatif. Data primer dikumpulkan melalui kuesioner yang dirancang dan disebarkan secara online menggunakan aplikasi e-form. Hasil temuan menunjukkan bahwa respon Pengguna aplikasi terhadap ke-efektivan aplikasi kota rendah, Kepuasan Masyarakat terhadap Keamanan dan Perlindungan Data dengan respon rendah, dan faktor Nilai Kenyamanan terhadap Kepraktisan dan Kepuasan Pengguna mendapat ekspektasi tinggi dari responPengguna aplikasi. Sepengetahuan peneliti, kajian mengenai Efektivitas Pelayanan Publik Bebasis E-Government Pada Pemerintahan dari sudut pandang pengunjung masih terbatas, hal ini dapat menjadi kebaruan dari makalah ini untuk menjelaskan bagaimana Efektivitas E-Government mempengaruhi Pelayanan Publik Pada Pemerintahan.
Pengaruh Media Sosial, Tata Kelola Pemerintahan, dan Kepercayaan Publik Terhadap Optimalisasi Partisipasi e-Government
Authors: Zavira Nurhaliza Putri 
Published: September 2024

This research investigates the implementation of e-government in Indonesia, with a focus on the use of social media and good governance as tools to enhance public trust and interaction between the government and citizens. Using a quantitative descriptive approach, the study collected data from 101 respondents through an online survey, with demographic details predominantly representing young urban women. The data analysis results, using the Rasch Model, revealed variations in scores among respondents, with an average total score of 56.1 and a standard deviation of 9.0. Key findings include aspects such as information quality, perceived ease of use, and usefulness of social media in the context of e-government. The research also highlights that government transparency, accountability, and responsiveness in e-government services are crucial for building public trust. The results indicate that effective governance can enhance community participation and support e-government goals in providing more efficient and effective public services. The implications of this study provide valuable insights for governments to improve their e-government strategies, meeting societal expectations and enhancing the quality of services provided.”

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Penelitian ini menginvestigasi implementasi e-government di Indonesia dengan fokus pada penggunaan media sosial dan tata kelola pemerintahan yang baik sebagai alat untuk meningkatkan kepercayaan publik dan interaksi antara pemerintah dengan masyarakat. Melalui pendekatan deskriptif kuantitatif, penelitian ini mengumpulkan data dari 101 responden menggunakan survei online dengan perincian demografis didominasi oleh kaum muda perempuan yang tinggal di perkotaan. Hasil analisis data dengan menggunakan Model Rasch menunjukkan variasi skor antar responden, dengan nilai rata-rata total skor sebesar 56,1 dan standar deviasi 9,0. Temuan utama mencakup aspek-aspek seperti kualitas informasi, persepsi kemudahan penggunaan, dan persepsi kegunaan di media sosial dalam konteks e-government. Penelitian ini juga mengungkapkan bahwa transparansi, akuntabilitas, dan responsivitas pemerintah dalam layanan e-government sangat penting untuk membangun kepercayaan publik. Hasilnya menunjukkan bahwa tata kelola pemerintahan yang baik secara efektif dapat meningkatkan partisipasi masyarakat dan mendukung tujuan e-government untuk memberikan layanan publik yang lebih efektif dan efisien. Implikasi dari penelitian ini memberikan wawasan penting bagi pemerintah dalam memperbaiki strategi e-government mereka untuk memenuhi harapan masyarakat dan meningkatkan kualitas layanan yang disediakan.
Optimization of Optical Distribution Point Device Placement on Fiber Optic Cable Networks to Homes
Authors: Wahyudiono Pratiwi Hendro , Indrapriyatna Ahmad Syafruddin 
Published: September 2024

Competition in telecommunications technology places demands on companies to always innovate to release the latest services. Currently, the issue of optical distribution point (ODP) infrastructure has become important in fiber to the home (FTTH) network access. This research aims to optimize the placement path for ODP devices on PT BCV’s FTTH network using a traveling salesman problem (TSP) scheme with a hybrid genetic algorithm approach, testing is carried out using Matlab software. From the results obtained in this study, it was concluded that the hybrid genetic algorithm parameters for a population size of 100 with a number of iterations of 2000 by comparing the combination of cross probability parameters of (0.25), (0.5), and (1) and mutation probability of (0.050), (0.025) and (0.005) produces the best fitness value in the combination of Pcrossover = 0.25 and Pmutation = 0.005 and the worst fitness value in the combination of Pcrossover = 1.00 and Pmutation = 0.025. Therefore, researchers recommend a combination of genetic algorithm hybrid parameters with a combination of Pcrossover = 0.25 and Pmutation = 0.005 with a population of 100 and with a number of iterations of 2000.