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The problem that is often experienced by female athletes is menstrual disorders. High levels of physical activity in athletes resulting from intensive training and stress regarding targets that must be achieved can be factors causing menstrual cycle disorders. This research aimed to determine the relationship between levels of physical activity and stress on the menstrual cycle of female karate athletes at Surabaya State University. The descriptive quantitative method was chosen for research on female karate athletes at Surabaya State University with a population of 48 athletes. With purposive sampling technique, 37 samples were obtained. The results of the univariate analysis showed that athletes' physical activity was dominated by the heavy category, namely 29 people (78.4%) and 8 people (21.6%) in the moderate category.  The stress level was dominated by the moderate category, namely 28 people (75.7%), the light category was 6 people (16.2%), and the heavy category was 3 people (8.1%).  Most of the athletes experienced polymenorrhoea, 15 people (40.5%), 9 people (24.3%) had oligomenorrhea, and 13 people (35.1%) had normal menstrual cycles. The results of bivariate analysis using the chi square test obtained p < 0.05 for both independent variables, which means there is a relationship between the level of physical activity and stress on the menstrual cycle of female karate athletes at Surabaya State University. So it is recommended to pay attention to the duration of physical activity and carry out stress management.

This study focuses on exploring the influence of Sufism practices on the emotional well-being of individuals in Indonesia. Sufism, as a mystical dimension of Islam, offers a spiritual approach through practices such as remembrance (dhikr), meditation, and self-reflection (muhasabah), aiming to cleanse the soul and draw closer to the Divine. The research employs a qualitative approach with a phenomenological design to delve into the subjective experiences of Sufi practitioners regarding their emotional well-being. The results indicate that these practices significantly reduce levels of anxiety, depression, and stress, while enhancing overall emotional well-being. This research can support the development of spiritually-based psychological interventions that are more effective in helping individuals achieve better emotional well-being amidst the challenges of modern life. 

This study aims to analyze the levels of work stress experienced by volunteers at the Persadabumi Buddhist organization in Medan, Indonesia. Volunteer work in religious organizations, while spiritually rewarding, can also be a source of psychological stress due to various organizational and individual factors. Using a quantitative descriptive approach, this research distributed a validated questionnaire to 36 active volunteers at Persadabumi Medan. The instrument consisted of 18 items measuring various dimensions of work stress including workload, time pressure, role conflict, work climate, and supervisory quality. Data analysis employed frequency distribution and stress level categorization. The results showed that 52.8% of respondents experienced low levels of work stress, 47.2% experienced moderate levels, and none experienced high levels of stress. Key stress-inducing factors identified included heavy and demanding workloads, time pressures in completing tasks, inadequate supervisory support, interpersonal conflicts, and unfavorable organizational climate. The study interprets these findings through a Buddhist psychological framework, explaining stress as a manifestation of dukkha arising from tanhā (craving) and avijjā (ignorance). Buddhist teachings on mindfulness practice (sati), the middle way (majjhima paṭipadā), right effort (sammā-vāyāma), and the importance of spiritual companionship (kalyāṇa-mitta) provide practical frameworks for stress management in volunteer contexts. The practical implications emphasize the importance of organizations providing emotionally and spiritually supportive environments, implementing balanced workload distribution, establishing realistic schedules, facilitating meditation and mindfulness practices, and strengthening social support networks among volunteers. This research contributes to understanding the intersection of organizational psychology and Buddhist philosophy in managing volunteer well-being.

Adolescence is a period of transition from childhood to adulthood characterized by accelerated physical, mental, emotional, and social development. At the education level, adolescents will find many new things in their lives. Bullying behavior carried out verbally, which generally attacks in the form of psychological (psychological/mental), is often carried out by students. The impact of bullying victims experiences a variety of disorders including low psychological well-being. Anxiety is one of the symptoms resulting from bullying. Expressive writing therapy is methods to express emotional feelings with the aim of reducing stress experienced. This case study aims to describe the application of expressive writing therapy to reduce anxiety levels in adolescent victims of bullying in high school n 14 Semarang. The research method used descriptive using a case study method. There were 2 subjects according to the inclusion criteria. The instrument used the Depression Axiety Stress Scale (DASS) questionnaire sheet. The results of subject I experiencing a decrease in anxiety levels from 19 (severe) to 14 (moderate). Subject II experienced a decrease in anxiety levels from 16 (severe) to 12 (moderate). The study concluded that expressive writing therapy is proven to reduce anxiety levels..

Sexual violence is deviant sexual behavior that can affect the health and life of the victim. Various studies show that teenagers are vulnerable to experiencing sexual violence, both from people they know and strangers. This literature review research on 10 articles on the internet aims to understand more about sexual violence against teenagers. Based on the results of the literature review, it was found that sexual violence against adolescents can occur in various forms, such as rape, molestation, sexual harassment, or sexual exploitation. Research also shows that risk factors for sexual violence in adolescents include a disharmonious family environment, previous experiences of violence, conflicting lifestyles, and low levels of education. Sexual violence in adolescents can have short-term and long-term impacts on the health and well-being of victims. Short-term impacts include physical, emotional, and psychological injuries, while long-term impacts can include psychological disorders, including depression, anxiety disorders, post-traumatic stress, and suicidal ideation. To reduce the risk of sexual violence in adolescents, there needs to be ongoing prevention and education about healthy sexuality and social responsibility in respecting human rights and respecting human dignity. Prevention can be carried out at the individual, family and community levels, including providing counseling support to victims and providing rehabilitation and recovery services.  

Student comes from the word student which means someone who studies or researches, students have an average age of 19 – 21 years. Stress is a common occurrence in everyday life that cannot be avoided. Stress can be experienced by individuals from all backgrounds. In reducing stress levels there are various methods used, one of which is lavender aromatherapy combination therapy and classical music therapy. To determine the effect of lavender aromatherapy and classical music therapy combination therapy on the stress level of regular nursing students at the University of Indonesia Maju Year 2023 before and after the intervention. This study used a One-Group Pretest-Posttest Pre-Experiment design with a population of 371 students, with purpossive sampling of  20 students. The data collection technique used the Depression Anxiety Scale questionnaire (DASS 42). The results showed the age of the dominant respondents 21 years as many as 15 people (75%), the majority gender of women as many as 17 people (85%), the pre-test stress level with a mean of 21,40 and the post-test stress level with a mean of 15,70. The results of bivariate analysis with shapiro wilk pretest normality test 0.202 > 0.05 posttest 0.190 > 0.05 then the data are normally distributed and dependent t-test 0.000 < 0.05 then it can be concluded that H0 is rejected, lavender aromatherapy combination therapy and classical music therapy affect the stress level of regular nursing students at the University of Indonesia Maju. Students who experience stress can do a combination therapy application of lavender aromatherapy and classical music therapy.

Due to the rising number of drug misuse cases in Indonesia, we students are involved in preventive initiatives as a means of safeguarding the next generation. In order to help raise awareness, knowledge, and prevent drug abuse among adolescents, as well as to encourage changes in adolescent behavior to be more cautious and avoid involvement in drug use, the activity with the theme "Student Efforts to Fortify the Young Generation from the Threat of Conventional Drugs and NPS Through Preventive Action in Griya Hasanah Housing, West Cikarang" was offered. A pseudo-experiment with a one-group pre- and post-test design was the study methodology used. Purposive sampling with a sample size of 22 participants is used. The pre-test, which was administered prior to the counseling session, examined the participants' level of knowledge by having them complete questions. A post-test was subsequently administered. Affective education was also used in this study to build personality, self-maturity, decision-making abilities, and the capacity to properly manage mental stress. Counseling sessions, Q&A sessions, quizzes for evaluation and feedback, and competitions were all used to carry out this activity. The study's findings demonstrated that participants' knowledge levels were low (30.8%) prior to the counseling activity and high (100%) following it. Participants had prior awareness of both conventional medications and NPS. The analysis's findings indicated a 60.2% increase in drug knowledge. The conclusion was that the younger generation's awareness and knowledge of the threat and risks of conventional drugs and NPS had increased significantly as a result of this activity.

Nutritional problems in adolescents still occur in Indonesia, one of the problems is the incidence of undernutrition and overnutrition. Rapid growth (grow spurt) occurs during adolescence, so it is necessary to pay attention to the nutrients it consumes.  The purpose of this study was to analyze the relationship between energy intake, physical activity, and stress levels with nutritional status in female santri of Sunan Ampel Dormitory, Mamba'ul Ma'arif Islamic Boarding School Denanyar Jombang.  This study is a correlational study using a Cross-Sectional design. The research sample amounted to 63 santris obtained by purposive sampling method. Data were collected directly using a 2x24 hour food recall questionnaire to obtain energy intake data, the International Physical Activity Questionnaire - Short Form (IPAQ-SF) questionnaire to obtain physical activity data, the Kessler Psychological Distress Scale (KPDS) questionnaire to obtain stress level data, and anthropometric data measurements to obtain nutritional status data. Data analysis used the Fisher Exact Test. The results showed that: 1) there is a relationship between energy intake and nutritional status, 2) there is no relationship between physical activity and nutritional status, and 3) there is no relationship between stress levels and nutritional status. Suggestions in this study for female santri of Sunan Ampel Denanyar Jombang Dormitory to be more concerned about maintaining healthy food intake patterns by paying attention to the amount, type and frequency of food consumed. and sufficient physical activity to maintain normal nutritional status and prevent adverse health risks.    

Healthcare professionals often face high levels of stress due to demanding job requirements, which can negatively impact their mental and physical health. Mobile health applications have emerged as potential tools to assist in stress management. This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of mobile health applications in reducing stress among healthcare professionals. The study utilizes a literature review method by identifying, selecting, and analyzing 12 relevant research articles. The article search was conducted across several databases such as Science Direct, PubMed, Springer, Elsevier, and Google Scholar. Inclusion criteria encompass articles that discuss the use of mobile health applications for stress management among healthcare professionals, published within the last 10 years. Data were thematically analyzed to identify key findings related to the effectiveness of these applications. The literature review results indicate that mobile health applications are effective in reducing stress levels and improving the psychological well-being of healthcare professionals. Successful implementation requires attention to factors influencing adoption and usage, as well as strategies to overcome existing barriers. Further research is needed to evaluate the long-term effects and develop practical recommendations to enhance the effectiveness of these applications.

This study explores how physical activity impacts mental health outcomes in college students. By examining data on exercise frequency, stress levels, and academic performance, the research identifies a positive correlation between regular physical activity and improved mental health, including reductions in stress and anxiety. The findings suggest that promoting physical activity could enhance mental well-being among students and improve academic performance.

This research investigates the pivotal role of Emotional Intelligence (EI) in mitigating employee turnover from a psychological perspective. Emotional Intelligence—encompassing self-awareness, empathy, and stress management—is identified as a crucial factor in enhancing job satisfaction and organizational commitment, thus influencing employee retention. Employing a library research methodology, the study reviews existing literature on EI's impact on reducing turnover and highlights how high EI levels contribute to lower turnover rates by improving job satisfaction and fostering a stronger commitment to the organization. The study finds that employees with elevated EI are adept at managing workplace stress, fostering positive relationships, and aligning with organizational values. This alignment enhances their job satisfaction and commitment, leading to reduced turnover rates. The findings have practical implications for organizations, suggesting that integrating EI assessments into recruitment processes, developing EI training programs, and creating supportive work environments can significantly improve employee retention. Prioritizing EI development helps in building a more resilient and engaged workforce, thereby contributing to organizational stability and performance.

This research aims to determine the teaching competence of Civic Education teachers in terms of their Mood Swing in teaching at Budisatrya Medan High School. The method used is a qualitative method with a descriptive-analytic approach, by collecting data through interviews with students and teachers, as well as observations in the school environment. The results of the research show that teachers at Budi Satrya High School Medan have quite fluctuating moods. Factors that influence teachers’ mood swings , both internal factors (health conditions, personal problems, and stress levels) and external factors (class conditions, support from the school, and work pressure), have a significant impact on decreasing motivation, creativity, and teacher performance in teaching during the learning process. Changes in a teacher’s mood are influenced by various factors, such as health conditions, personal problems, and dynamics in the classroom. It is hoped that this research can contribute to the development of knowledge of civic education teachers’ teaching competencies in terms of their mood swings in teaching at school

This study aims to explore the relationship between diet and mental health in college students. By understanding the role of nutrition in mental well-being, we can identify dietary strategies that can improve mental health and improve quality of life. Using a quantitative approach with survey methods, data was collected from 200 students at University X. The research results show that there is a significant correlation between consuming nutritious food and lower levels of stress and anxiety. These findings indicate the importance of healthy eating patterns in maintaining mental health among students.

Premenstrual syndrome is a set of physical, emotional, and behavioral symptoms that occur cyclically before menstruation, typically 1-14 days prior and disappear once menstruation begins. The COVID-19 pandemic can exacerbate this situation by increasing academic and social stress levels among adolescent girls. Through counseling and practical sessions, adolescents are provided with an understanding of the importance of reproductive health and physical skills to manage dysmenorrhea symptoms. This community service aims to reduce primary dysmenorrhea symptoms in adolescent girls at Al-Hidayah Middle School, South Jakarta, through the implementation of health and fitness education. The methods used include providing Health and Fitness Education with pre-tests and post-tests to measure their understanding of dysmenorrhea; teaching adolescents how to reduce menstrual pain through videos, guided by educators and accompanied by assistants; and conducting evaluations to ensure understanding and enhance their interest. The results showed an increase in knowledge and a reduction in PMS anxiety among the adolescent girls. In conclusion, this activity successfully improved adolescents' understanding of reproductive health, but further evaluation is needed to measure its long-term impact.

Cyberbullying is bullying using digital technology. This can happen on social media, chat platforms, gaming platforms, and mobile phones. Meanwhile, according to Think Before Text, cyberbullying is aggressive and purposeful behavior carried out by a group or individual, using electronic media, repeatedly from time to time, against someone who is deemed not to easily resist this action. So, there is a difference in power between the perpetrator and the victim. The difference in strength in this case refers to a perception of physical and mental capacity. The nature of the research used is normative legal research and the data collection method used in this research is secondary data obtained through library research, namely by conducting research on various literature such as books, laws, with the aim of to look for concepts, or understandings related to the problem of Cyber ​​Bullying Behavior Due to Social Media Which Affects Teenagers. The physical impact of cyberbullying is that teenagers experience headaches, stomach aches, sleep disorders, fatigue, back pain, loss of appetite and digestive problems. Psychologically and emotionally, teenagers feel fear, feelings of terror, anxiety, suffering, sadness, stress and symptoms of depression. School is related to teenagers being less motivated to go to school and a decrease in concentration levels or academic grades. Psychosocially, adolescents have feelings of isolation and loneliness, exclusion and even social rejection. That a personality who is dominant and enjoys violence tends to be temperamental, impulsive, and easily frustrated and often behaves aggressively in adults. Personality characteristics have a fairly high role in a person's tendency to become a perpetrator of cyberbullying. A person with high self-esteem will show himself to have power over others. This is what makes cyberbullying perpetrators show that they are someone who is powerful by bullying weak people.

work stress is becoming an increasingly important issue in the workplace safety (K3) perspective. Factors that influence work stress have a significant impact on employee health and organizational productivity. This study aims to identify and analyze the factors that contribute to the level of work stress and its impact on K3. The research method used is a literature study that investigates various factors that can cause work stress, including excessive workload, role conflict, lack of control over work, lack of social support, job insecurity, and unsafe working conditions. In addition, the impact of work stress on K3 has also been analyzed, including an increased risk of work accidents, reduced attention span, and increased risk of physical and mental illness. Research shows that factors such as high job demands, lack of job control, and unsafe work environments contribute significantly to workplace stress levels. In addition, work stress also negatively affects K3, increasing the risk of accidents and occupational diseases. The practical implications of these findings are that organizations can influence workplace stress through intervention programs such as stress management training, encouraging work-life balance, increasing social support, and improving managed work conditions. Therefore, these initiatives not only improve K3 and employee well-being, but also help improve productivity and performance throughout the organization.

This study aimed to investigate the physiological impact of academic stress, particularly examination stress, on biochemical indices among college students at the University of Tikrit. A total of 60 healthy students (30 in an experimental group and 30 in a control group) aged 19-21 years participated in this cross-sectional study. Salivary samples were collected during pre-examination and post-examination periods to measure levels of cortisol, malondialdehyde (MDA), glucose, and total antioxidant capacity (TAC). The results indicated significant increases in cortisol, MDA, and glucose levels in the pre-examination period compared to the post-examination period, suggesting heightened stress responses. Conversely, TAC levels were significantly higher in the post-examination period, indicating a potential recovery or response to oxidative stress. The findings support the hypothesis that academic examinations can induce significant physiological stress in students, reflected by changes in salivary biochemical markers. These stress responses may influence overall student health and academic performance, suggesting the need for strategies to manage stress among students during examinations.

Urban workers are increasingly vulnerable to heat stress due to rising global temperatures, especially in cities affected by the Urban Heat Island (UHI) effect. This heat stress poses significant risks to worker health and productivity, exacerbating health issues such as dehydration, heat exhaustion, and heat stroke, while also reducing work efficiency. The study aims to assess the effectiveness of green rooftop designs as a mitigation strategy for heat stress in urban workplace environments. Green rooftops are increasingly seen as a sustainable solution for urban heat management, offering benefits in temperature regulation, energy efficiency, and overall worker well-being. This study examines various heat stress mitigation strategies, including green roofs, industrial fans, and shading systems, focusing on their comparative effectiveness in reducing temperatures and improving worker comfort. The research involved environmental temperature measurements inside and outside urban workplaces, the use of wearable heat sensors to monitor workers’ heat stress levels, and building energy simulations to predict the impact of green rooftops on indoor climate control. Results indicate that green rooftops reduced workplace temperatures by an average of 3.8°C and decreased heat-stress-related complaints by 35%. In comparison to industrial fans and shading systems, green rooftops provided superior long-term relief, reducing heat stress and improving both worker productivity and environmental quality. The findings support the integration of green rooftops into urban workplace designs as a viable climate adaptation strategy. Future research should explore optimizing green rooftop designs for different climates and assessing their long-term benefits for worker health and urban resilience.

This article examines the effectiveness of mindfulness-based therapy (MBT) as a treatment for anxiety disorders. Through a meta-analysis of clinical trials, the study assesses how MBT impacts anxiety levels, stress resilience, and overall mental health. The results indicate that MBT significantly reduces anxiety symptoms and improves coping mechanisms, supporting its use as a non-pharmacological treatment option for patients with anxiety.

Indonesian nurses in Japan have pressures such as language barriers, culture, halal food for Muslims and long working hours which will make it difficult to find prayer time, these things which make it difficult for Indonesian workers will certainly have an impact on mental health, while the region, style life. and jobs that can cause stress and anxiety. The aim of the research is to determine the relationship between environment and socio-culture with the work stress of Indonesian nurses in Japan. This research method is correlation analysis with a cross sectional study design. Respondents totaled 40 people using the total sampling method. Using 3 questionnaires, namely Depression Anxiety Stress Scale 21 (DASS 21), Multidimensional Scale of Perceived Social Support (MSPSS), and Revised Sociocultural Adaptation Scale (SCAS-R) questionnaire. Statistical analysis uses the Chi-Square test. The research results showed that the relationship between the environment and the work stress level of Indonesian nurses in Tokyo, Japan obtained a p-value of 0.002. The socio-cultural relationship with nurses' work stress levels obtained a p-value of 0.001. The conclusion is that there is an environmental and socio-cultural relationship with the work stress level of Indonesian nurses in Tokyo, Japan.