Publication Search

Stigma toward people with mental disorders affects not only individuals living with mental illness but also the psychological well-being of family members who serve as their primary caregivers. Families often experience social rejection, discrimination, and negative stereotypes, which increase emotional and psychological burdens while reducing the quality of care they provide. This study aimed to explore the impact of stigma on the psychological well-being of families caring for people with mental disorders in Pamekasan Regency. A qualitative study using a phenomenological approach was conducted involving 11 participants selected through purposive sampling. Data were collected through in-depth interviews and analyzed using thematic analysis to identify participants' lived experiences. The findings revealed one overarching theme, namely the negative impact of stigma, which consisted of three categories: effects on family members, family relationships, and patients. Stigma generated feelings of sadness, anxiety, psychological distress, sleep disturbances, social withdrawal, family conflicts, and changes in family interactions with patients. These experiences negatively influenced caregivers’ emotional well-being and their ability to provide optimal support for family members with mental disorders. The study concludes that stigma has a substantial adverse impact on the psychological well-being of family caregivers and the quality of care provided to people with mental disorders. Therefore, comprehensive interventions focusing on stigma reduction, community education, and strengthening psychosocial support systems are essential to improve family resilience and promote better mental health outcomes.

This study aimed to examine the association between physical activity and nutritional status as risk factors for noncommunicable diseases among women of reproductive age. A descriptive quantitative study with a cross-sectional approach was conducted in Kranggan Village involving 35 respondents selected through purposive sampling. Data on physical activity were collected using questionnaires, while nutritional status was assessed based on Body Mass Index (BMI). The findings showed that most respondents had moderate physical activity levels (51.4%), followed by low physical activity levels (42.8%). Regarding nutritional status, the majority of respondents were classified as overweight (51.4%) and obese (28.6%). Statistical analysis demonstrated a significant relationship between physical activity and nutritional status (p = 0.003). The results indicate that inadequate physical activity is associated with increased nutritional status problems, particularly overweight conditions. Therefore, low physical activity and excessive body weight represent interconnected risk factors contributing to the development of noncommunicable diseases among women of reproductive age. This study highlights the importance of promoting regular physical activity and maintaining balanced nutritional status as preventive strategies to reduce the risk of noncommunicable illnesses.

Diabetes Mellitus (DM) is a chronic metabolic disease characterized by persistently high blood sugar levels, which can lead to complications such as diabetic foot issues. A crucial aspect for healthcare professionals providing care to DM patients is assessing the patient's level of adherence and understanding regarding self-care and disease management. Data from the 2023 SKI (Indonesian Health Survey) indicates there were 118,184 cases of Diabetes Mellitus in Central Java. Foot care education delivered via remote services assists patients in performing proper foot care to prevent complications associated with the condition. This study aimed to determine the effectiveness of an animated video based on the Theory of Planned Behavior in improving the knowledge and adherence of patients with diabetic ulcers. A quasi-experimental design was employed, utilizing a one-group pre-test and post-test approach with a control group. Incidental sampling was used to select 60 respondents. The Mann-Whitney test yielded a p-value of < 0.05 (0.017), demonstrating that the animated video based on the Theory of Planned Behavior was effective in enhancing both adherence and knowledge among patients with diabetic ulcers. The findings suggest that this animated video, leveraging audiovisual media, can be implemented in educational settings to help prevent foot complications in patients with diabetes.

Background: Adolescence is often characterized as a period of puberty. Early menarche is associated with increased mortality and morbidity risks in later life among girls who experience menarche at an early age. Menarche is the first menstrual event in girls, marked by the shedding of the uterine lining and vaginal bleeding. The tendency to consume unhealthy foods, particularly fast food, as well as sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs), may have adverse effects on health and potentially influence the timing of menarche. Objective: This study aimed to analyze the relationship between healthy food selection, sugar-sweetened beverage consumption, and the incidence of early menarche. Methods: This study employed a cross-sectional design. The sample consisted of 30 female students. Data were analyzed using the Spearman Rank correlation test. Results: The results showed that healthy food selection was significantly associated with the incidence of early menarche (p = 0.005) with a moderate correlation strength (ρ = 0.449). Similarly, sugar-sweetened beverage consumption was significantly associated with the incidence of menarche (p = 0.000) and demonstrated a very strong correlation (ρ = 0.841). Conclusion: There was a significant relationship between healthy food selection and sugar-sweetened beverage consumption with the incidence of menarche. Sugar-sweetened beverage consumption showed a stronger relationship with menarche incidence compared to healthy food selection.

Personal hygiene practices during menstruation is important to maintaining the reproductive health of adolescent girls and preventing reproductive organ infections. Poor hygiene causes post-menstrual problems in 5.2 million adolescents in Indonesia, such as reproductive tract infections, urinary tract infections, pathological vaginal discharge, fungal infections, genital area irritation, and unpleasant odor. Factors influencing personal hygiene practices during menstruation include knowledge, perceptions, attitudes, and infrastructure. This study was aimed determine the relationship between knowledge, perceptions, attitudes, and infrastructure and personal hygiene practices during menstruation among female students at the Daarussa'adah Qur'an Tahfidzil Islamic Boarding School in Pesawaran in 2026. This study was quantitative with a cross-sectional approach. The population was all female students at the Daarussa'adah Qur'an Tahfidzil Islamic Boarding School in Pesawaran, and a sample of 74 respondents was selected using total sampling. Data analysis used the chi-square test with a significance level of 95%. The results of the study showed a relationship between knowledge (p-value = <0.001; OR = 279.000), perception (p-value = <0.001; OR = 620.000), attitude (p-value = <0.001; OR = 165.333), and infrastructure (p-value = <0.001; OR = 0.002) and personal hygiene behavior during menstruation. Suggested for the Islamic boarding schools include routinely improving reproductive health education regarding personal hygiene during menstruation and providing adequate infrastructure to support the development of good knowledge, perceptions, and attitudes, so that female students can optimally implement personal hygiene behaviors during menstruation.

Diabetes Mellitus (DM) is a metabolic disease with an increasing prevalence and a risk of causing macrovascular complications such as stroke. This study aimed to describe the characteristics of Diabetes Mellitus patients with stroke complications based on CT-scan results at RSKD Dadi Makassar in 2024–2025. This was a descriptive observational study with a retrospective design using medical record data. Samples were taken using a total sampling technique, comprising 60 patients, and analyzed univariately using the Statistical Product and Service Solutions (SPSS) version 26. The results showed that the majority of respondents were in the late elderly group (>56 years) at 66.7%, female (51.7%), and from the Makassar ethnic group (63.3%). Most respondents experienced hyperglycemia in random blood glucose (66.7%) and had uncontrolled fasting blood glucose (68.3%) and HbA1c (76.7%) levels. CT-scan results were dominated by non-specific cerebral infarction (68.3%), with ischemic stroke as the most common type (93.3%), a length of stay of 5–10 days (53.3%), and right-sided hemiparesis as the most common clinical manifestation (45.0%). It was concluded that DM patients with stroke complications were generally elderly, female, had poor glycemic control, and were dominated by ischemic stroke with non-specific cerebral infarction. Abstrak. Diabetes Melitus (DM) merupakan penyakit metabolik dengan prevalensi yang terus meningkat dan berisiko menimbulkan komplikasi makrovaskular berupa stroke. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui gambaran karakteristik pasien Diabetes Melitus yang mengalami komplikasi stroke berdasarkan hasil CT-scan di RSKD Dadi Makassar tahun 2024–2025. Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian observasional deskriptif dengan desain retrospektif menggunakan data rekam medis. Sampel diambil dengan teknik total sampling sebanyak 60 pasien dan dianalisis secara univariat menggunakan Statistical Product and Service Solutions (SPSS) versi 26. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan mayoritas responden berusia lansia akhir (>56 tahun) sebanyak 66,7%, berjenis kelamin perempuan (51,7%), dan berasal dari Suku Makassar (63,3%). Sebagian besar responden mengalami hiperglikemia pada GDS (66,7%) serta memiliki kadar GDP (68,3%) dan HbA1c (76,7%) yang tidak terkontrol. Hasil CT-scan didominasi oleh infark serebri tidak spesifik (68,3%) dengan jenis stroke terbanyak berupa stroke iskemik (93,3%), lama rawat inap terbanyak 5–10 hari (53,3%), dan manifestasi klinis tersering berupa hemiparese dextra (45,0%). Disimpulkan bahwa pasien DM dengan komplikasi stroke umumnya berusia lanjut, berjenis kelamin perempuan, memiliki kontrol glikemik yang buruk, dan didominasi oleh stroke iskemik dengan gambaran infark serebri tidak spesifik.

Nursing care in hospitals is still below the established standard of 80%, thus reflecting suboptimal nurse performance. This condition is thought to be influenced by factors such as rewards, workload, length of service and supervision. This study aims to analyze the relationship between rewards, workload, length of service, and supervision with nurse performance in the Inpatient Unit of Ratu Zalecha Martapura Regional Hospital. This study used a quantitative method with an observational analytical design using a cross-sectional approach. The study sample consisted of 152 nurses selected using cluster proportional random sampling technique. Data were collected using a questionnaire and analyzed using the chi-square test and multiple logistic regression. The results showed a significant relationship between rewards and nurse performance (p-value=<0.001), workload and nurse performance (p<0.001), and supervision and nurse performance (p-value=<0.001). Length of service did not show a significant relationship with nurse performance (p-value=0,968). Multivariate analysis showed that supervision was the most dominant factor related to nurse performance. Thus, compensation, workload, and supervision are related to nurse performance, while length of service is not related to nurse performance in the Inpatient Unit of Ratu Zalecha Regional Hospital, Martapura. The hospital is expected to improve supervision, workload management, and training and recognition for nurses to improve the quality of nursing services.

Guided Bone Regeneration (GBR) relies on a barrier membrane to prevent soft tissue invasion in the wound area and maintain space for bone formation. Conventional membranes generally function as a passive barrier without enhancing osteogenesis. Membranes fabricated with the addition of β-TCP were developed to enhance membrane bioactivity. This review aims to evaluate the role of β-TCP as a bioactive component in barrier membranes used in GBR procedures. The study used a narrative review approach with literature sources from PubMed, Google Scholar, and ScienceDirect in the period 2016–2026. The keywords used included “guided bone regeneration," “barrier membrane," and “β-tricalcium phosphate." The selected articles were English-language experimental studies with relevant topics. A total of 7 articles met the inclusion criteria. The incorporation of native β-TCP showed increased osteoconductivity, hydrophilicity, and mechanical strength of the membrane. The release of calcium and phosphate ions plays a role in increasing osteoblast proliferation and osteogenic marker expression. In vitro and in vivo studies also demonstrated increased new bone formation and improved regeneration space maintenance compared to conventional membranes. The optimal concentration of β-TCP varies depending on the polymer matrix. β-TCP-based membranes have the potential to act as bioactive barrier membranes that not only act as a barrier but also support bone regeneration. Further research, particularly human clinical trials, is needed to confirm their effectiveness and safety.

Dental caries is one of the most common oral health problems among young children. Preschool-aged children are highly dependent on their parents, especially mothers, for dental health care. A mother's level of knowledge is expected to influence the incidence of caries in children. Purpose: This study aims to determine the relationship between maternal knowledge and the incidence of dental caries among children at Qalby Play School, Bogor Regency. Method: This research employed a cross-sectional design with an analytic survey approach. The population consisted of all mothers and their children at Qalby Play School, totaling 30 participants, selected using total sampling. Data were collected using questionnaires to assess maternal knowledge and odontogram sheets to measure caries incidence. Data were analyzed using univariate and bivariate analysis with the Chi-square test. Result: The results showed a significant relationship between maternal knowledge and the incidence of dental caries in children, with a p-value 0,047 < 0,05. Conclusion: There is a statistically significant relationship between maternal knowledge and the incidence of dental caries in children. Therefore, it is important for parents, especially mothers, to pay close attention to their children's oral health by ensuring proper and regular tooth brushing and scheduling dental check- ups every six months.

Introduction: The Beyond Use Date (BUD) is the expiration date for a drug product after its primary packaging has been opened, mixed, or prepared. The BUD differs from the expiration date printed on the manufacturer's packaging and is not always listed on the drug, so many people still don't fully understand this concept.Objective: To evaluate the level of knowledge of Prolanis patients regarding the Beyond Use Date (BUD) at the Purwokerto Utara I Community Health Center before and after being given counseling. Methods: A quantitative descriptive method with a cross-sectional design was used on 20 Prolanis patient respondents. Primary data collection consisted of questionnaires administered before (pretest) and after (posttest) the lecture-based counseling using flyers. Data analysis was performed using univariate analysis. Results: The level of knowledge of Prolanis patients regarding Beyond Use Date before counseling showed that the majority were in the poor category with 16 respondents (80.0%) and the sufficient category with 4 respondents (20.0%). After being given counseling, there was an increase in the good category with 6 respondents (30.0%), but the majority were still in the poor category with 14 respondents (70.0%).Conclusion: The level of knowledge of Prolanis patients regarding Beyond Use Date (BUD) at Purwokerto Utara I Health Center before counseling was mostly in the poor category, and after counseling there was an increase although most were still in the poor category.

Traditional wedding rituals constitute intangible cultural heritage rich in symbolic meaning, serving to strengthen social solidarity and transmit cultural values. The massive penetration of modernization and digitalization has created new pressures for the Bugis-Makassar community in maintaining this heritage. This study analyzes the transformation of Bugis-Makassar traditional wedding rituals in South Sulawesi within the digital era context, focusing on how the community negotiates their cultural identity between the forces of tradition and modernity. Using a critical ethnographic approach with a multiple case study design grounded in Bhabha's concept of the third space, the study involved 42 informants from three groups: young couples (digital generation, aged 22–35), parents/family (middle generation, 40–60), and customary elders (to panrita lopi/bissu, 65+) in Makassar City, Bone Regency, and Wajo Regency. Data were collected through in-depth interviews, participant observation in 12 wedding ceremonies, and social media content analysis. Results reveal three main transformation patterns: (1) digital spectacularization—rituals adapted for social media consumption; (2) reflective selectivity—young couples actively choosing which traditional elements to retain; and (3) procedural hybridization—the integration of customary procedures with contemporary elements. These transformations are colored by intergenerational contestation that generally ends in compromise between demands for customary completeness and the aesthetic preferences of the younger generation. The study concludes that this transformation is not merely a loss of tradition, but a creative form of identity negotiation in which the Bugis-Makassar community actively reconstructs the meaning of siri' (self-esteem/dignity) and pesse (solidarity) within the changed socio-cultural landscape. The findings imply the need for cultural preservation policies that understand change as inherent to living culture, and open avenues for longitudinal studies on the intergenerational transmission of cultural values.

Intercultural Communicative Competence (ICC) has become a key objective of English language education; however, its implementation in Indonesia remains insufficiently understood. This study investigates the alignment between ICC expectations in the Kurikulum Merdeka, English textbooks, and classroom practices in Indonesian senior high schools. An exploratory sequential mixed methods design was employed, involving document analysis of four government-issued English textbooks for grades X–XII, classroom observations in 15 schools across three provinces, a survey of 87 English teachers, and in-depth interviews with 18 teachers and 36 students. The findings reveal a three-level gap. First, the curriculum acknowledges ICC but lacks clear and measurable operational guidelines. Second, textbooks predominantly emphasize Anglo-American culture (64.8% of cultural content) while providing limited representation of Indonesian and global cultures. Third, 78.2% of teachers reported not explicitly integrating cultural dimensions into English instruction, resulting in stereotypical and culturally limited classroom practices. To address these issues, the study proposes the Triangulated Cultural Literacy (TCL) framework, integrating reflection on learners’ own culture, balanced exploration of target cultures, and intercultural negotiation. The findings highlight the need to operationalize ICC in the curriculum, improve textbook cultural representation, and strengthen teachers’ intercultural pedagogical competence.

This study aims to describe the planning, implementation, and assessment of differentiated instruction in teaching descriptive text writing to ninth-grade students at SMP Negeri 2 Bendo, Magetan Regency. The study was conducted in response to students difficulties in generating ideas, selecting appropriate vocabulary, organizing ideas coherently, and producing vivid descriptive texts. This research employed a qualitative approach with a case study design. Data were collected through lesson plan observation, classroom observation, teacher interviews, and documentation of student learning products. The findings indicate that differentiated instruction was planned through a Merdeka Curriculum-based teaching module, diagnostic assessment, contextual material selection, and the use of PowerPoint, observation sheets, and tiered student worksheets. The implementation emphasized process and learning-environment differentiation through triggering questions, direct observation of real objects around the school, group work, individual scaffolding, immediate feedback, and reflection. Assessment was carried out continuously through diagnostic, formative, and summative assessment. Differentiated instruction helped students generate concrete ideas, organize their writing more systematically, increase motivation, and strengthen descriptive text writing skills. These findings affirm that differentiated instruction can serve as an adaptive strategy in Indonesian language learning at junior high school level.

Aromatherapy is the use of essential oils derived from natural materials to improve physical and psychological well-being. One of the most popular aromatherapy products is the aromatherapy candle, which provides relaxation while creating a comfortable atmosphere. This study aimed to develop aromatherapy candles based on agarwood (Aquilaria malaccensis) leaf extract, evaluate product quality, analyze public acceptance, and identify their potential as an entrepreneurial opportunity. This study employed an experimental method with a descriptive approach. The research stages included the extraction of agarwood leaves through a distillation process, the formulation of aromatherapy candles, product validation by three experts using sensory evaluation, and a public acceptance test involving 40 respondents using a Likert-scale questionnaire. The results showed that the third experiment produced the best extract characteristics, including a golden-yellow color, a stronger distinctive agarwood aroma, and an oily texture. The public acceptance test indicated that the average scores for color, texture, ease of use, and aroma were 3.16, 2.90, 3.42, and 3.02, respectively, which were categorized as good to very good. These findings demonstrate that agarwood leaf extract has the potential to be used as an alternative ingredient in the production of aromatherapy candles, in addition to receiving a high level of public acceptance, the product possesses economic value and can be developed as an innovative product and entrepreneurial opportunity in the beauty, spa, wellness, and creative industries.

A bustier plays a crucial role in supporting the body, enhancing its shape, and enhancing aesthetics, especially when worn with a kebaya or evening gown. This study aims to analyze the results of bustier production using three different types of boning, such as needle-inserted boning, sewn-in boning, and steel boning, to determine the most optimal type of boning. The method used is Research and Development (R&D), encompassing data collection, product design, validation, testing, and product revision. This study found that the bustier with inserted boning achieved fairly good results with an average score of 3.00, which equates to 75.00% and falls into the “acceptable” category, while the bustier with sewn-in boning demonstrated the most optimal results. Based on validation testing by two expert validators, this product received an average score of 3.64 out of a total of 4, with a 90.91% acceptability rate, which falls into the “highly acceptable” category. The bustier with steel boning received an average score of 2.82, or 70.45%, which also falls into the “acceptable” category. Steel boning is not yet widely available, so its availability should be confirmed before production begins. Installing both sewn boning and steel boning requires precision. Therefore, it is recommended that you first practice structural sewing techniques.

This study aimed to determine the physical characteristics and consumer preferences of a commercial fusion dessert, durian–katuk klapertaart (Sauropus androgynus). An experimental method was employed using a Completely Randomized Design (CRD) with three different treatments. Organoleptic evaluation was conducted by 30 untrained panelists using a hedonic test. The data were analyzed using Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) followed by Duncan’s Multiple Range Test. The results showed that the substitution percentage in each treatment had a significant effect on consumer acceptance in terms of aroma, texture, color, and taste. Formulation F2 was the most preferred by the panelists. The physical characteristics of the F2 formulation were soft with a slightly fibrous texture, a moderately strong durian aroma, a fairly strong katuk aroma, a slightly dark green color, and a balanced sweet taste of durian and katuk.

The purpose of this study was to determine the learning outcomes of second-semester students in solid hair trimming skills after receiving learning through compression methods using video-based media or compression methods without media, also to analyze how influential video media in compression methods are on student learning outcomes on trimming material. The following study is a type of quasi-experimental research. With the results showing that the average post-test score of experimental class students, who were given learning using the exposure method with the help of video media on solid hair trimming material, was 83.93. On the other hand, the control class, which was given demonstration learning without video media. The average post-test score was 79.30. The results of the Hypothesis test showed a calculated value greater than the t table (4.158 > 2.00) and a significance value of 0.0000 smaller than 0.05. Therefore, it can be concluded that explanations with the help of video media have an influence on learning outcomes in solid hair trimming in second-semester students. In addition, this method has an effect of increasing by 5.84% on learning outcomes compared to the demonstration method without media.Keywords: Demonstration Method, Video, Solid Hair Cutting

The fashion industry produces large amounts of textile waste, necessitating sustainable design solutions such as zero-waste fashion design. This study examines the application of zero-waste fashion using the fabric manipulation tucking technique to ready-to-wear clothing. The objective of this study is to determine how the tucking technique can be applied to zero-waste pattern design to produce efficient and aesthetically pleasing clothing. The research method used is Research and Development (R&D) with the ADDIE development model.The research results include five stages: In the analysis stage, the author examines the concepts of zero waste, the tucking technique, and ready-to-wear clothing. In the design phase, two zero-waste pattern concepts with variations of tucking were created as trials. Development was carried out through design validation and revisions based on expert input. Implementation was carried out with product production based on the refined final design. Finally, evaluation was carried out through product validation and final revisions until the product was finished. The results show that zero-waste design using the tucking technique can be implemented systematically, reducing waste and enhancing product uniqueness.Recommendations in this study highlight the importance of tucking stitch direction, accurate placement of zero-waste patterns, and the use of excess fabric as an additional tucking accent to reduce looseness and optimize fabric usage. Selection of appropriate fabrics to support the aesthetic results and effectiveness of the Tucking technique in ready-to-wear fashion products.

The benefit of cardboard waste as a headpiece is to encourage the entrepreneurial spirit to continue to be creative in processing this inorganic waste into products at prices that are relatively cheap compared to prices on the market. Data collection uses the methods of Observation, Literature, Experimentation, Documentation, Interviews, Questionnaires. The author carried out the process of using cardboard waste to make headpieces through several stages, not only that, the author also carried out experiments 3 times using different dyes. In experiment 1 using gold pilok, experiment 2 used gold pilok then sprinkled with gold glitter, then experiment 3 used wall paint coloring sprinkled with gold glitter. The author conducted a sensory test regarding the public's acceptance of headpiece products made from cardboard waste. The highest average results were obtained in experiment 3 with a total average color of 2.87 which means quite appropriate, a total average texture of 2.63 which means quite suitable, a total average design of 1.77 which is less appropriate, while the total average ease of use is 2.67, which means it is quite appropriate. So the results obtained were that as many as 30 respondents preferred product 3 with quite appropriate criteria. From the results of the products made, the coloring still needs to be improved so that they are more perfect and the designs are developed to be more varied so that they can be used as a reference for further research.

Embroidery is one of Indonesia’s traditional craft arts that has developed over time and continues to attract people from various social backgrounds. Embroidery techniques are commonly applied to fashion products as well as household items. The diversity of embroidery motifs and techniques provides aesthetic value and uniqueness to each product, making embroidery an important element in the development of the fashion industry. This opportunity can encourage students of the Fashion Design Program at AKS Ibu Kartini to develop their entrepreneurial potential through creativity in manual embroidery. This study employed a quantitative approach using multiple linear regression analysis as the data processing technique to determine the influence of internal factors on the entrepreneurial motivation of Fashion Design students at AKS Ibu Kartini. The research sample consisted of 65 respondents. The findings revealed that, simultaneously, the four independent variables had a significant effect on entrepreneurial motivation, with a coefficient of determination (R²) value of 0.910. This indicates that 91% of the variation in entrepreneurial motivation can be explained by technical knowledge (X1), technical skills (X2), creativity and innovation (X3), and entrepreneurial mindset (X4), while the remaining 9% is influenced by other factors outside this study. Partially, variables X1, X2, and X4 showed a positive and significant effect on entrepreneurial motivation, whereas X3 demonstrated a negative and significant effect. This finding indicates that creativity without market orientation may reduce students’ motivation to engage in entrepreneurship. The implications of this study emphasize the importance of improving students’ knowledge, skills, and entrepreneurial mindset. Furthermore, proper guidance is needed to ensure that students’ creativity and innovation are aligned with market demands in order to optimally enhance entrepreneurial motivation.