bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
The association between body mass index and health literacy in high school Students
Authors: Zare-Zardiny Mohammad Reza , Abazari Faroukh , Zakeri Mohammad Ali , Dastras Majid , Farokhzadian Jamileh 
Published: April 2024

BACKGROUND:
Obesity and overweight in children and adolescents have become a global problem in recent years. Adolescence increases the likelihood of obesity in adulthood and associated illnesses. Nowadays, health literacy is one of the greatest determinants of the health. This study was conducted to evaluate the correlation between body mass index (BMI) and health literacy in high school students.

MATERIALS AND METHODS:
In this descriptive-analytical study, 430 high school students were enrolled in a multi-stage random method in Yazd city in the center of Iran. The data were collected through The Health Literacy Measure for Adolescents and calculate BMI with measurement of height and weight of adolescents. The data were then analyzed using SPSS 25 and descriptive and inferential statistics (Chi-square and multivariate regression).

RESULTS:
The results showed that the mean score of BMI (21.76 ± 3.76) was in a normal range. The score of health literacy was at the borderline level (58.44 ± 13.79). BMI was not significantly correlated with health literacy (P = 0.09). BMI was significantly different in terms of age, high school grade, school type, and health status. School type and health status predict 37% of the variance of BMI (R
2 = 37%) and the best predictor was health status (P < 0.05).

CONCLUSIONS:
The results of the present study showed that BMI was not correlated with health literacy and student health literacy was at the borderline level. It is necessary to carry out further studies on the causes and facilitators and the barriers to increasing health literacy. Furthermore, educational interventions are needed to prevent the increase of BMI in adolescents and identify determining factors.
The impact of service quality provided by health-care centers and physicians on patient satisfaction
Authors: Marzo Roy Rillera , Bhattacharya Sudip , Ujang Noorhaida Binti , Naing Thein Win , Huong Fei Anita Ting , Chun Cheong Kah , Xue Ting Cheryl Pock , Rajah Pavithra A/P , Shanmuganathan Kavitra A/P 
Published: April 2024

BACKGROUND:
Patient satisfaction is a comprehensive measurement of patients' happiness with the level of health care delivered to them both inside and outside the physician's office. It is commonly used as an indicator to assess the health-care quality and affects a wide range of components related to the provision of health services such as ease of access, medical malpractice, and clinical outcomes. The study aimed to analyze patients' satisfaction with the quality of health care they received at the outpatient department of Klinik Kesihatan Maharani Muar Healthcare Facility (KMMHF), Johor.

MATERIALS AND METHODS:
This cross-sectional study was conducted between August and December 2019 period. Demographic information and information on patients' feelings about their physicians, treatment, and health facilities provided were collected from 407 consented patients in a simple random sampling survey using a researcher-made, an adapted Medical Interview Satisfaction, questionnaire which was pilot tested before administration to the patients. Data were analyzed with SPSS version 23. Descriptive statistics and correlational and group comparison analyses were utilized.

RESULTS:
Of the 407 patients studied for physician–patient satisfaction, the overall mean of all the respondents responding was 4.089 ± 0.5, which was ranked the highest among the three objectives. The effectiveness of treatment came as the second highest with the overall mean of 4.088 ± 0.5. Finally, the overall health-care facilities had the lowest overall mean of 4.077 ± 0.5 among the three.

CONCLUSION:
Most patients who visited KMMHF were mostly satisfied with the outcomes of physician–patient interaction in the clinic.
A comparative evaluation of the variations on the shades of pressable ceramic system with the layering technique after different number of firing cycles: An in vitro study
Authors: Kaur Manupreet , Sahu Shailendra Kumar 
Published: April 2024

Aim:
The main aim of the present study was to compare and evaluate the effect of repetitive firings on different shades of a pressable all ceramic system layered with veneering porcelain.

Setting and Design:

In-vitro comparative study

Materials And Methods:
An in vitro comparative study was conducted, and a total of 60 disc shaped specimens (15 mm in diameter and 0.8 mm in thickness) were made of heat pressed ceramic of shades A2, A3, and B2 (20 discs of each shade) grouped as Group I, II, and III, respectively, using the lost wax technique. The discs were subsequently layered with veneering porcelain followed by glazing and overglazing and underwent a firing cycle at each step until six times combined. CIE L*a*b* measurements were noted on each sample after the third, fourth, fifth, and sixth firing using VITA Easyshade Advance 4.0 spectrophotometer.

Statistical Analysis Used:
Statistical Analysis was done by SPSS 17.0 software. One way analysis of variance, multiple comparisons using the Tukey test, and descriptive statistical analysis were done for all the groups in the study. P <0.05 was statistically significant.

Results:
The mean color differences for the repeated firings were imperceptible (ΔE <1.67) to the human eye for all ceramic samples tested except between the fourth and fifth firing of Group II (shade A3).

Conclusion:
The analysis revealed that although repeated firings lead to changes in L*, a*, and b* values, the mean color difference was below the clinically acceptable color change (ΔE <3.7).
The effect of ceramic bonder on shear bond strength at the metal-ceramic interface in casted and direct metal laser sintering cobalt–chromium alloy – An in vitro study
Authors: Gowri Nadipalli Sri , Reddy K. Mahendranadh , Shastry Y. Mahadev , Aditya S. Venkat , Dubey Divya 
Published: April 2024

Aim:
(1) The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of a ceramic bonder at the metal ceramic interface in sintered and casted cobalt–chromium (Co–Cr) alloy. (2) To compare the shear bond strength between the different manufacturing techniques: Casting and direct metal laser sintering (DMLS).

Setting and Design:

In vitro comparative study.

Materials and Methods:
For the casting group, 40 clear acrylic patterns with dimensions of 20 mm × 10 mm × 2.5 mm were designed in a software and casted with Co–Cr alloy. For DMLS samples, a standard tessellation language file with the abovementioned dimensions was created through a software to fabricate 40 samples. All the samples were equally distributed into the following four groups:

Group A – Casted samples with the application of Cerambond (n = 20)Group B – Casted samples without application of Cerambond (n = 20)Group C – DMLS samples with application of Cerambond (n = 20)Group D – DMLS without application of Cerambond (n = 20).

Ceramic buildup was done on all 80 samples, followed by firing up to a temperature of 920°C in a ceramic furnace. SBS was evaluated using a universal testing machine and failure modes were examined under the electron microscope.

Statistical Analysis Used:
ANOVA test and Tukey’s honestly significance difference post hoc test for multiple comparisons.

Results:
One-way analysis of variance test revealed that the shear load and bond strength values of all four groups were statistically different with P < 0.001. Post hoc Tukey’s test showed statistically significant difference among the four groups. The mean shear strength of Group C was significantly greater when compared to other groups, respectively.

Conclusions:
Within the limitations of this study, the application of Cerambond to both casted and sintered samples showed significantly increased SBS values and it was also observed that sintered samples had higher strength than casted samples. Altogether, the results indicate that the use of Cerambond increased the shear strength between cobalt Cr alloy and ceramics, thereby prolonging the longevity of the restorations.
PENDAMPINGAN GURU SMK ANANDA BEKASI UNTUK MELAKUKAN PENYULUHAN ANTI BULLYING KEPADA PESERTA DIDIK
Authors: Madonna Metha , Novrian Novrian , Reza Fikri 
Published: April 2024

Abstrak : Kasus perundungan atau bullying pada kalangan remaja, khususnya pelajar terus meningkat beberapa tahun terakhir. KPAI mencatat hingga akhir 2021 terjadi 17 kasus yang melibatkan peserta didik dan pendidik. Hal ini menunjukkan situasi kritis memprihatinkan. Permasalahan bullying terus merebak karena bukan lagi tindakan yang bersifat insidentil dalam bentuk aksi agresif mengintimidasi bahkan menyakiti secara fisik tapi juga menyerang kejiwaan korbannya, hingga berujung kematian. Faktanya bullying menjelma seperti penyakit menular dan jadi kejahatan massal serta dapat terjadi kepada semua orang, pada berbagai tingkatan atau jenjang pendidikan, namun bullying dapat dihentikan. Selanjutnya guna menekan terjadinya kasus bullying di sekolah maka perlu partisipasi para guru untuk melakukan penyuluhan sekaligus penanganan bila telah tejadi perundungan. Guru perlu dibekali pengetahuan mengenai metode dan teknik berkomunikasi serta kecakapan memberikan penyuluhan anti bullying kepada peserta didik. Sebagai wujud kepedulian terhadap tumbuh kembang generasi remaja yang sehat fisik maupun mental, maka FIKOM Universitas Bhayangkara Jakarta Raya menyelenggarakan pendampingan bagi para pendidik, tenaga kependidikan serta pengurus OSIS SMK Ananda Bekasi untuk meningkatkan komunikasi dan penyuluhan anti bullying kepada peserta didik. Tujuan kegiatan: Pengabdian Kepada Masyarakat (PKM) yang bekerjasama dengan KPAID Bekasi yaitu menggencarkan penyebaran informasi, sosialisasi sekaligus kemampuan para guru agar dapat mendeteksi dini terjadinya perundungan di lingkungan sekolah. Metode pelaksanan: (1) Pelatihan berupa penyampaian literasi, edukasi dan diskusi tentang bullying, Kekerasan Dalam Rumah Tangga (KDRT) serta peran pendidik sebagai orangtua di sekolah. (2) Pendampingan berupa konsultasi, pengadaan literasi sebagai pedoman atau standar operasional prosedur manakala terjadi kasus perundungan.
Kata Kunci: Pendampingan, penyuluhan, bullying, guru SMK
STABILITY OF MONEY DEMAND IN SIERRA LEONE USING AUTOREGRESSIVE DISTRIBUTED LAG (ARDL) APPROACH 1980 – 2018
Authors: Bockarie Michael Fallah , Duramany-Lakkoh Ezekiel K. , Jalloh Hassan , Udeh Ernest 
Published: April 2024

<p>This work seeks to investigate whether money demand is stable in Sierra Leone. The study uses annual data for the period 1980 to 2018. A standard money demand is defined and estimated using the Autoregressive Distributed Lag (ARDL) approach. This technique permits error correction modeling to examine the short and long-run relationship between money demand and its determinants. The determinants of money demand (MD) are Real Gross Domestic Product GDP(Y) Real Exchange Rate (RER), Real Interest rate (RIR), GDP Deflator used as a proxy for inflation rate were empirically examined to determine their relative statistical significance as they affect money demand. In advance of adopting the ARDL Approach, the time series properties of the variables in the model were examined using the ADF and PP tests. All variable was found to be I(1) - stationary at the first difference, therefore the use of ADRL Approach is suitable and ideal. The model used in this study has passed all of the diagnostic tests – specification, serial correlation, heteroscedasticity, and structural stability. Hence the estimated model cannot be spurious. Therefore, these results are not misleading, rather they are reliable. The test of stability was done using CUSUM and CUSUMSQ plots, and both suggest that there exists a stable relationship between real broad money demand in Sierra Leone and its determinants.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>JEL:</strong> E61, E62, P35</p>
A STUDY ON THE DIFFICULTIES ENCOUNTERED BY SENIOR STUDENTS OF ENGLISH IN WRITING ESSAY TASK 2
Authors: Phung Dieu Huong , Le Nguyen Van Anh 
Published: April 2024

This study focuses on understanding the obstacles encountered by senior students at FE-UFLS-UD when writing task 2 of the C1.2 End-of-Course Test, along with the factors contributing to these challenges and proposed remedies. Data was gathered from 42 students who studied in the C1.2 Writing subject and took the C1.2 End-of-Course Test. The study employed an open-ended questionnaire and semi-structured interviews, the study employed thematic coding and qualitative methods to analyze the collected data, revealing the presence of affective, cognitive, and linguistic difficulties and their underlying causes. Based on these findings, the study offers recommendations to address these issues. Importantly, the research encourages students to utilize the insights gained from the study to enhance their study approaches and prepare for both the C1.2 End-of-Course Test and the VSTEP exam. Additionally, teachers can take the findings as guidance to assist students to improve their writing skills effectively.<p> </p><p><strong> Article visualizations:</strong></p><p><img src="/-counters-/soc/0587/a.php" alt="Hit counter" /></p>
RESTRICTION AND FREEDOM: TO EVALUATE THE LONG-TERM IMPACT OF PLAYTIME ACTIVITY RESTRICTIONS ON STUDENT HEALTH AND LEARNING EFFICIENCY
Authors: Liu Kun , An Imelda L. 
Published: April 2024

This research critically examines the prohibition on primary school kids during playtime and its potentially harmful impact on student development. The theoretical backdrop and literature analysis emphasised the importance of playtime activities in improving kids' physical and mental health, social skills, and cognitive development. According to the study, limiting playtime activities may overlook pupils' basic requirements, affecting their overall development. The paper examines the problem of prohibition through the lenses of pedagogy, psychology, physiological health, and human development and makes recommendations for increasing the diversity of activities and encouraging students to participate in decision-making to improve students' health and learning efficiency.<p> </p><p><strong> Article visualizations:</strong></p><p><img src="/-counters-/lit/0457/a.php" alt="Hit counter" /></p>
TEARS OF HOPE: THE PLIGHT OF WORKING STUDENTS UNDER TVL-LATE AFTERNOON PROGRAM
Authors: Baja Ruby Anna C. 
Published: April 2024

This study investigated the challenges faced by working students enrolled in the Technical Vocational Livelihood Late-Afternoon Program (TVL-LAP) and examined the impact of their employment on their academic performance. The research design employed was descriptive-qualitative, using a phenomenological approach to capture the participants' authentic stories and experiences through in-depth interviews and focus group discussions. Thematic analysis using Creswell’s (2013) six steps in the qualitative data analysis process was applied to identify prominent patterns within the interviews, which were categorized according to the main themes and core ideas. After the data analysis, three (3) essential themes emerged across all the study questions. Essential themes in the experiences and challenges focused on providing for economic needs, meeting multiple demands, and seeking consideration. Self-motivation, finding time to study, and compassionate teachers and peers were revealed as essential themes in coping mechanisms. Commitment to goals in life, the value of support from God and others, and helping oneself surfaced in shared insights. Findings suggest that providing flexible schedules or alternative work arrangements, offering academic support services, encouraging peer support groups, and providing training and support in time management and problem-solving can help students become more resourceful and efficient in balancing academic and work responsibilities.<p> </p><p><strong> Article visualizations:</strong></p><p><img src="/-counters-/soc/0758/a.php" alt="Hit counter" /></p>
DEVELOPMENT OF THE 21ST CENTURY TECHNOLOGY LITERACY SKILLS SCALE, VALIDITY AND RELIABILITY STUDY
Authors: Kalaycı Rüstem , Eşgi Necmi 
Published: April 2024

This study aimed to develop a valid and reliable scale to determine the opinions of high school students and teachers about 21st century technology literacy skills. During the scale development phase, an item pool of 36 items that provided content validity was created, after expert opinion, the number of items was reduced to 32 items in total, and the scale was applied to a total of 794 people for the first application of the scale development phase. The data obtained as a result of the first application were subjected to exploratory factor analysis (EFA) and reliability studies. As a result of the analysis, a three-factor scale ("Ability to Comprehend Technology", "Ability to Use Technology" and "Paying Attention") consisting of a total of 18 items, whose validity and reliability were ensured, was obtained. To test the suitability of the factor structure of the scale, confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) was performed by applying the scale to a total of 418 people. As a result of the analysis, the factor structure (fit index values) of the scale was found to be within the desired reference ranges. In line with the sub-objectives of the study, significant differences were observed according to the gender variable of students and teachers. No significant difference emerged according to the variables of teachers' seniority years. It was observed that there was a significant difference between students and teachers in favor of teachers in all dimensions. As a result of all analysis studies of the scale, a scale consisting of 14 items in total, whose validity and reliability have been sufficiently proven, has been developed and can be applied to high school students.<p> </p><p><strong> Article visualizations:</strong></p><p><img src="/-counters-/lit/0758/a.php" alt="Hit counter" /></p>
LANGUAGE ASSESSMENT OF PRESCHOOL AND SCHOOL-AGE CHILDREN AT RISK FOR LANGUAGE DISORDERS IN RESIDENTIAL CARE SETTINGS
Authors: Miranda Sandra Isabel , Cruz-Santos Anabela 
Published: April 2024

Adequate language development is central to a child's academic and social development. This study aimed to assess the language of 35 preschool and school-aged Portuguese children in residential care in four social institutions, using the Grelha de Observação da Linguagem (GOL-E) developed by Kay and Santos (2014), a validated tool in Portuguese. The results of the study showed that in terms of language competence, compared to the normative results expected for their age: a) Of the thirty-five children assessed, only three were at or above the 50th percentile; b) Twelve children were between the 5th and 25th percentiles; c) Eight children were in the 10th percentile; d) Of the children between the 11th and 12th percentiles, only one was in the 90th and 75th percentiles; e) Eleven children were in the 10th and 25th percentiles; f) One child at the age of 12 was in the 5th percentile. Most of the children were in percentiles below those expected for their age group. According to the definition of speech and language disorders, we can observe that a group of these children fall under the condition of speech and language disorders, but have not been formally identified in the educational system, putting them at risk of failure in school and life. This study highlights the importance of language assessment and special education services for children living in institutions in Portugal. More studies with this population in these age groups are needed to better understand the language competencies of children living in residential care.<p> </p><p><strong> Article visualizations:</strong></p><p><img src="/-counters-/edu/0058/a.php" alt="Hit counter" /></p>
AN INVESTIGATION INTO THE RELATIONSHIPS BETWEEN 8TH-GRADE STUDENTS' MATHEMATICS SELF-EFFICACY PERCEPTIONS AND THEIR MOTIVATION AND ANXIETY LEVELS
Authors: Özdemir Şeyma Nur , Pesen Cahit 
Published: April 2024

This study seeks to examine the relationships between 8th-grade students' mathematics self-efficacy perceptions and their motivation and anxiety levels. The correlational survey model was used in the study. The population of the study consists of 9811 8th-grade students studying at 64 public schools in Batman province in the 2020-2021 academic year. The sample consists of 550 students from 10 secondary schools selected via the random method among 9811 students. Personal Information Form, Mathematics Self-Efficacy Scale, Motivation Scale for Mathematics Lessons, and Mathematics Anxiety Scale were used as data collection tools. Independent samples t-test, one-way analysis of variance (ANOVA), and Pearson product-moment correlation analysis were used to analyze the data. The relationship between mathematics self-efficacy perception, mathematics lesson motivation, and mathematics anxiety was calculated by path analysis. As a result, a positive and moderately significant relationship was found between students' mathematics self-efficacy perceptions and their motivation for mathematics lessons while a negative and moderately significant relationship was found between mathematics self-efficacy perceptions and mathematics anxiety. It was also determined that there was a negative and moderately significant relationship between students' motivation for mathematics lessons and their mathematics anxiety. The Path analysis revealed that as 8th-grade students' mathematics self-efficacy perceptions increase, their motivation for mathematics lessons increases, and their mathematics anxiety levels decrease.<p> </p><p><strong> Article visualizations:</strong></p><p><img src="/-counters-/soc/0808/a.php" alt="Hit counter" /></p>
LA CHALEUR ET LA TEMPÉRATURE DANS LA PENSÉE DES ÉLÈVES DE 16 ANS / HEAT AND TEMPERATURE IN THE MINDS OF 16-YEAR-OLDS
Authors: Tin Phan Sung 
Published: April 2024

<p>Cet article présente une recherche sur la question de la compréhension des concepts de chaleur et de température ainsi que des phénomènes liés à ces deux concepts. La recherche était qualitative et a été menée avec des entretiens guidés avec des élèves d'environ 16 ans. Les élèves se sont vu présenter 6 tâches virtuelles sur la base desquelles les discussions ont eu lieu. Les résultats ont montré que les élèves ont des difficultés à identifier et à traiter ces concepts, car ils sont influencés par les expériences de la vie quotidienne.</p><p>This article presents research on the question of understanding the concepts of heat and temperature as well as the phenomena related to these two concepts. The research was qualitative and was conducted with guided interviews with students around the age of 16. The students were presented with 6 virtual tasks on the basis of which the discussions took place. The results showed that students have difficulty identifying and processing these concepts, as they are influenced by everyday life experiences.</p><p> </p><p><strong> Article visualizations:</strong></p><p><img src="/-counters-/edu/0118/a.php" alt="Hit counter" /></p>