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Longevity spinach leaf (Gynura procumbens (Lour) Merr.) is a traditional plant that contains various secondary metabolite compounds such as alkaloids, flavonoids, tannins and saponins, where flavonoids have various properties, including in the treatment of degenerative diseases such as diabetes mellitus. The purpose, of the research was to determine the effectiveness of the ethanol extract of Longevity spinach (Gynura procumbens (Lour) Merr.) leaf on reducing blood sugar levels in male white rats (rattus norvegicus) induced by alloxan. In this study, 5 test groups were used, namely negative control group, positive control group (metformin 9 mg), first dose 7.2 mg, second dose 14.4 mg, and third dose 21.6 mg. The rats were acclimatized and fasted before being given treatment, then their blood sugar was checked, before and after being induced by alloxan, then they were given treatment for 5 consecutive days and their blood sugar levels were checked once a day. The results of research from testing the ethanol extract of Longevity spinach leaf on male white rats proved effective in reducing blood sugar levels with the best dose, namely the 3rd dose (21.6 mg) on ​​the 6th day. 

Anxiety is a condition where a person experiences discomfort due to uncertainty about something that will happen.  This becomes an unpleasant and challenging response, unclear thoughts about what will happen in the future.  Non-pharmacological therapy can be done to reduce anxiety by providing lavender aromatherapy.  Lavender is a flower that has a distinctive and soft odor with the main compounds linalyl acetate and linalool which function to reduce anxiety.  It can also restore the mood, making a person relax while inhaling the aroma of lavender.  This study aims to determine the effectiveness of giving lavender aromatherapy candles to reduce anxiety in third trimester pregnant women.  This research is qualitative research with case studies with data sources and data types using primary data obtained from interviews, examinations and observations as well as secondary data obtained from relevant sources.  The implementation technique was carried out by Mrs.  N by giving lavender aromatherapy candles for a duration of approximately 10-15 minutes a day and conducting an evaluation after administration with the results showing that there is an effect of giving lavender aromatherapy candles in reducing anxiety about facing childbirth

Among the sports recommended by the Prophet Muhammad in the hadith is swimming. In a hadith narrated by Nasa’I and Ahmad ibn Hanbal it is states that swimming is include in a game that does not contain futility and is recommended to teach it to children. However, the hadith regarding the recommendation to swim contains irregularities in the Shahihain book, there are only recommendations for horse riding and archery, but in other reports there is the word swimming. This research examines the hadiths advising swimming, and reviews the understanding of these hadisths with the implementation of swimming in the present. The type of research with the takhrij and ma’anil hadith approaches. The results o this study indicate that the hadith studied regarding the recommendation to swim is found in two hadith source books, namely Sunan Kubra Nasa’I and Musnad Ahmad ibn Hanbal. The suggestion to swim has something to do with the hadith of the primacy of war in the ocean, as there was a fleet during the time of the caliph Ummar bin Khattab. Then swimming at the present time is included in the category of sports that have many benefits, but the thing that needs to be considered in swimming is to keep away harm to avoid immorality. Pay attention to clothes when going to do siwmming, as well as places that don’t mix.

Various methods have been used to treat anxiety disorders, ranging from medication, cognitive medication, cognitive, and spiritual methods. One of the most effective approach in overcoming anxiety to be researched is the practice of dhikr in the Sufism tradition as a method of anxiety regulation.dhikr in the Sufism tradition as a method of anxiety regulation. This research aims to expand the understanding of Sufism and the practice of dhikr, and to support the development of effective spiritual-based interventions that are effective in overcoming anxiety. To achieve the research objectives, this study used the literature review method with a content analysis technique. The results showed that dhikr is one of the recommended psychospiritual methods to overcome or minimize anxiety. minimize anxiety. This is because, by dhikr and remembering Allah SWT. Peace and mental balance will be easier to achieve.

The purpose of this study is to discuss the hadith views about toxic friendship in a hadith perspective throught thematic methods. In research using qualitative research types and applying thematic methods, namely tracing the hadiths about friendship. The results of this study show that not everything goes well in a relationship. The term toxic friendship is used to describe an unhealthy friendship. The relationship that is going through is clearly toxic which can be harmful and even destroy happiness. Toxic friendship often appears in several friendships, and often a person cannot get out of such a state. This triggers the emergence of curiosity about the views of the hadith regarding toxic friendship. By doing so, the writer can draw the conclusion that this paper can be a reference for teenagers to be selective in choosing an ideal friend.  

This study explores the role of prayer (sholat) and recitation of the Qur'an (tilawah Al-Qur'an) as means to reduce stress through a phenomenological approach. In-depth interviews revealed that both practices have significant calming effects. Prayer, with its rhythmic movements and supplications, helps lower stress hormones such as cortisol and cultivates inner peace. Recitation of the Qur'an, through its rhythm and intonation, reduces anxiety and enhances tranquility. The combined effect of these practices effectively reduces stress, strengthens social and spiritual support, and enhances mental well-being. The study supports the importance of consistency in prayer and Qur'anic recitation practices, as well as engagement in religious communities to support effective stress management.

This study examines the effect of listening to Quranic murottal on the quality of sleep of the elderly. Quality sleep is important for physical and mental health, especially for the elderly who often experience sleep disorders. The approach used was a qualitative method with a case study, in which in-depth interviews were conducted with five elderly people who routinely listened to Al-Quran murottal before going to bed. Respondents were aged between 60-74 years. The results showed that listening to Quranic murottal significantly improved the quality of sleep of the elderly. They reported feeling calmer, more relaxed and slept better after listening to the murottal. This study reveals that Quranic murottal can be an effective non-pharmacological therapy to improve the sleep quality of the elderly. Further research with larger samples and quantitative methods is needed to measure the effectiveness of this therapy more objectively.

Jipang Village, located in Karanglewas Subdistrict, is an area rich in natural resources and has great potential for the development of home businesses. However, most of its residents, especially the women who are members of the PKK group (Family Welfare Development), have not been able to maximize this potential to improve their economic well-being. Several key factors hindering this include a lack of knowledge and skills in entrepreneurship, limited access to technology and information, and insufficient opportunities to receive adequate business training. Through this entrepreneurship training program, it is hoped that the PKK women will be empowered to develop their home businesses more professionally and effectively, thereby increasing family income and reducing poverty levels in Jipang Village.

Breast milk production can be influenced by two factors, namely production and expenditure. Use a warm compress, namely warm water which is then compressed onto the breasts using a towel. Not infrequently non-medical therapy as above is often applied to postpartum mothers whose breast milk has not yet come in, of course first by conducting training with the puskesmas coordinator midwife, to improve maximum service. The research was carried out by determining the initial level of pain intensity (pretest) before giving a warm compress and then continuing with measuring the pain intensity (posttest) after giving a warm compress. The results of the Independent sample t test showed P Value = 0.001, meaning p < 0.05, stating that there is a relationship between warm compresses and pain intensity in mothers with breast milk dams at the Pratama SAM Kampung Baru Clinic, Medan Maimun in 2023. Other research on the effectiveness of compresses Varney said that warm compresses are considered the right action to relieve pain, and for some women who experience problems with breast milk, it is known that using warm compresses alternately can provide a feeling of comfort. Apart from that, the intense pain when there is a blockage in the breast means that mothers tend to choose the easiest method, one of which is a warm compress.

Breast milk production can be influenced by two factors, namely production and expenditure. Use a warm compress, namely warm water which is then compressed onto the breasts using a towel. Not infrequently non-medical therapy as above is often applied to postpartum mothers whose breast milk has not yet come in, of course first by conducting training with the puskesmas coordinator midwife, to improve maximum service. The research was carried out by determining the initial level of pain intensity (pretest) before giving a warm compress and then continuing with measuring the pain intensity (posttest) after giving a warm compress. The results of the Independent sample t test showed P Value = 0.001, meaning p < 0.05, stating that there is a relationship between warm compresses and pain intensity in mothers with breast milk dams at the Pratama SAM Kampung Baru Clinic, Medan Maimun in 2023. Other research on the effectiveness of compresses Varney said that warm compresses are considered the right action to relieve pain, and for some women who experience problems with breast milk, it is known that using warm compresses alternately can provide a feeling of comfort. Apart from that, the intense pain when there is a blockage in the breast means that mothers tend to choose the easiest method, one of which is a warm compress.

This study aims to explore the symbolic meaning of life in local wisdom with a focus on farming families in Setupatok Mundu Cirebon. Researchers explored this study using qualitative research, through a non-participatory observation approach. The results showed that life in a symbolic context is defined as the way they interact with the outdoors as a form of adjustment to fulfill their needs. Elements of local wisdom are also emphasized through the habitual patterns of Setupatok farmers in the use of their agricultural system which relies on traditional tools. By enjoying the crops owned by farming families, this research symbolically interprets life in the outdoors. This research provides a comprehensive understanding of symbolic interaction, defining symbolic interaction as our attempt to understand human behavior based on their own point of view.

Christian teenagers represent a young generation with great potential and hope as the successors of the church. In the rapidly evolving digital era, Christian teenagers often do not use social media wisely. Many of them use social media as a platform to express hatred, insults, and spread false news. This research aims to formulate effective strategies that can help Christian teenagers strengthen their faith in God through social media. The research method used is qualitative, by collecting various references from journal articles, books, and other internet sources. Christian teenagers have the opportunity to listen to God's word through live broadcasts or videos on platforms such as TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, and other applications. Additionally, they can build positive online communities and be good role models in the virtual world. Thus, Christian teenagers can strengthen their relationship with God through the proper use of social media.  

Advertising ethics regulate advertising practices to ensure that advertisements delivered to consumers are accurate, honest, and not misleading. Unethical or inappropriate advertising can harm consumers by providing false or misleading information, which can ultimately damage brand reputation and consumer trust. The approach used in this study is a qualitative approach using a case study method on the Sedaap noodle advertisement, Tasty Beef Yakiniku version. The results of the study showed that there were violations of the Indonesian Advertising Ethics (EPI) that were not yet known by many people, so that they could mislead consumers who watched them. Advertisers must pay attention to norms, regulations, customs and traditions in producing advertisements so that unwanted incidents do not occur and also do not offend the community affected by the advertisements made to avoid controversy among the community

Field Work Practice (PKL) activities are implemented to help UMKM perpetrators in accounting and financial reporting in accordance with the methods of SAK EMKM. The activities are carried out at the Kopitisi and Fandi Laundry enterprises located in Yogyakarta. The writing method used is quantitative descriptive. Activities begin with survey of activity objects, activity planning, activity implementation, evaluation, and activity reporting. As a result of this activity, the owners of the company Kopitisi and Fandy Laundry have been able to make financial statements in a simple and good way so that they can be applied in their monthly accounts.

This study aims to determine the impact of stakeholder pressure (environment, employees, consumers, and individual shareholders) on sustainability report disclosure. This quantitative study uses secondary data from annual reports and sustainability reports as sources of information. The study involves companies listed in the Kompas 100 Index from 2020 to 2022 as the population. The sampling technique chosen is purposive sampling, resulting in 41 companies as the sample, with a total of 123 reports observed. The analysis is conducted using multiple linear regression, with IBM SPSS Statistics 25 software as the analytical tool. The findings of the study indicate that pressure from the environment and consumers positively affects sustainability report disclosure. However, pressure from employees and individual shareholders does not have a significant impact on sustainability report disclosure.

Management accounting plays a key role in improving the financial performance of retail companies in Indonesia. By using accurate and relevant financial data, management accounting helps management make effective strategic decisions. In the context of retail companies, management accounting helps in optimizing operational costs, planning budgets, and measuring organizational performance. In this research, we will explore the role of management accounting in improving the financial performance of retail companies in Indonesia.  

The purpose of this analysis is to find out how the company’s financial performance is based on financial ratios. This is important to measure and evaluate, so that you can get a comprehensive picture of your financial position. This research method uses quantitative descriptive methods with data documentation. The financial report analysis method involves several financial ratios, namely liquidity, solvency and profitability ratios. The results of the discussion showed that the financial performance of PT. Gudang Garam Tbk shows fluctuating ratios every year, this is due to increases or decreases in financial report items, for example sales, inventory, profits and others.

Ethics is a field of philosophy that discusses the moral principles that govern humanbehavior, while politics deals with decision-making and the management of power in society. In Islam, political ethics is a concept that regulates human relationships in the political world.Islamic political ethics consists of a collection of moral values and principles that should guide everyone involved in political activities, both as citizens and leaders. Islamic political ethics has a strong relevance in the context of politics and governance. The moral values in Islam can serve as guidelines for leaders and citizens in building a better society. Despite the challenges faced, ongoing efforts to implement Islamic political ethics are considered essential in building an ideal and ethical government. It is important to build a just, prosperous, and moral society through the application of Islamic political ethics, which includes principles such as justice,equality, democracy, deliberation, freedom, and respect for the rights of others. In addition, this journal reviews the methods Ali Shari'ati used to make his assertions about the importance of Islam as a basic political ethic. A just, moral, and prosperous government can be achieved through the application of Islamic political ethics. Political ethics is not a convoluted system, but rather a number of noble values that are in line with the principles of Islam.

Peer to peer lending or online loans are online money lending services commonly known as financial technology, which currently generally take the form of applications. Online loans really help people who need fast and easy funds for both consumptive and productive purposes. This service is increasingly mushrooming in Indonesia due to interest from the community itself, resulting in the emergence of illegal online loan apllications which have a detrimental impact on consumers. The normative juridical method used in this research is conducting a literature study on secondary data. The research results show legal protection and the level of effectiveness of supervision for consumers who are harmed by illegal online loan applications.  

This study is entitled Improving the Effectiveness of Correctional Institutions as Part of Law Enforcement in Indonesia. The Correctional Institutions or Lapas, is an institution that is part of law enforcement in Indonesia. The purpose of the construction of the prisoner in Lapas is to ensure that the prisoners who have been released from prison remain accepted by the community and can continue to find employment. As a final part of the Criminal Justice System, the efficiency of Lapas functions and duties as a law enforcement agency is essential. The aim of this study is to further analyse the effectiveness of Lapas as part of law enforcement in Indonesia as well as attempts to enhance it if seen from existing facts. In this study, the method of writing normative or doctrinal jurisprudence with the study of library law is to study library materials such as reading and examining scientific books, e-journals of law, regulations of legislation, and various kinds of literature that have relevance to the subject and object of this research.