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The family plays a central role in shaping children’s growth and well-being, particularly in marginalized communities where access to education and healthcare is limited. This study aims to describe the forms of family support in improving the well-being of children at Sanggar Anak Sungai Deli, a non-formal educational institution located along the banks of the Deli River in Medan City. Using a qualitative descriptive approach, the research involved observations, in-depth interviews, and documentation. The informants included families of children, sanggar administrators, and children actively participating in the program. The findings reveal that family support is manifested in six main indicators: (1) positive emotional relationships, (2) provision of safety and comfort, (3) instilling positive values, (4) support for education and talent development, (5) protection from negative influences, and (6) partial fulfillment of basic needs. These supports contribute significantly to children’s emotional, social, and intellectual well-being, although the physical aspect remains less fulfilled due to economic constraints. Despite limited financial resources, families demonstrate care and commitment to supporting their children’s development. Sanggar Anak Sungai Deli serves as an essential partner by providing a safe and supportive learning environment. This study concludes that family involvement, combined with community-based interventions such as SASUDE, is crucial in ensuring holistic child well-being. The implications highlight the importance of strengthening collaboration between families, community organizations, and government to address gaps in child welfare programs in marginalized areas.  

Hospitalization in preschool children often causes anxiety, which can disrupt the recovery process. If this anxiety is not addressed, it can worsen the child's condition, lengthen hospital stays, and cause negative psychological effects. Therefore, an effective intervention is needed to help children manage their anxiety. This study aims to examine the effect of puzzle play therapy on the anxiety levels of preschool children hospitalized at Meuraxa Hospital, Banda Aceh. The research used a one group pre-test post-test design with 15 selected samples based on specific criteria. The instrument used was an observation sheet filled out three times to assess the children's anxiety before and after the intervention. The data were analyzed using a Paired T-test to compare anxiety levels before and after the therapy. The results showed a significant reduction in anxiety after the children participated in puzzle play therapy, with a p-value = 0.000 (p < 0.05). In conclusion, puzzle play therapy can effectively reduce anxiety in preschool children during hospitalization and can be implemented as a routine nursing intervention with support from healthcare professionals and families.

This study examines how interactive storybooks can help children aged 7 to 9 years learn about the dangers of excessive sugar consumption in packaged drinks. The book is designed with interactive techniques such as pop-up, pull-the-tab, and lift-the-flap to enhance the effectiveness of learning for children. Each mechanical method is aimed at capturing the children’s attention and delivering an educational message in an engaging and easy-to-understand way. The results show that the pull-the-tab technique was the most commonly used because of its ease of use and effectiveness in illustrating gradual changes. This technique allows children to visually see how excessive sugar consumption affects the body through changes that occur when they pull the tab on the book. Additionally, the use of pop-up and lift-the-flap methods provides a visually and physically engaging experience, which makes children more involved in the learning process. Based on the findings, interactive storybooks have proven to be a highly effective learning tool for educating children about important health issues. Therefore, book developers are encouraged to continue innovating by incorporating various interactive methods, such as adapting the books into digital formats. By doing so, a broader and more effective educational impact can be achieved, allowing children to learn in a fun, interactive, and easily accessible way.

Fine motor skills are the abilities to control small muscles for successful skill performance.  Developing fine motor skills in children is crucial to prepare them for writing upon entering formal education (elementary school). This research aimed to analyze the influence of beading body part pictures on the fine motor skill development of 5-6-year-old children at RA Mawar Ar-Rahman. This study employed a pre-experimental design with a one-group pre-test post-test approach. The population consisted of 38 respondents, with all 38 included in the study using total sampling. The intervention was implemented over four sessions, three days apart, using the Denver Developmental Screening Test II (DDST II), observation sheets, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), and beading modules as instruments. Data were analyzed using the Wilcoxon test. The results showed that before the beading activity, almost half of the respondents (17 respondents, 44.7%) showed developing fine motor skills. After the beading activity, a significantly larger number of respondents (23 respondents, 60.5%) showed very good development. This indicates a significant influence of beading body part pictures on the fine motor skill development of 56-year-old children at RA Mawar Ar-Rahman (p-value 0.001 < α = 0.05). Playing stringing games can develop fine motor skills and optimize children’s development. It looks enjoyable for the children, increases their knowledge, and also encourages them to communicate with one another.

Children with special needs (ABK) often face various challenges that require extra attention and support from their families. This study aims to determine the role of families in supporting the welfare of ABK at SLB Kasih Ibu in Dolok Masihul District. The research method used is qualitative descriptive research. Data collection was conducted through interviews, observation, and documentation. There were nine informants in this study. The results showed that the family plays a role in improving the welfare of children with special needs through several main aspects, namely: family resilience, which includes physical, social, and psychological resilience, which is fulfilled through basic needs, religious values, communication, commitment, and emotional management. The family provides personal support in the form of information, emotional support, education, and daily assistance. Good family relationships with effective communication and positive reinforcement, as well as the lack of community capacity in serving children with special needs. The welfare of children with special needs is fulfilled through basic needs, care, nurturing, and guidance from their families. Families also play a role in meeting the basic needs of children with special needs and protecting them from violence, discrimination, and unfair treatment, thereby creating a safe and supportive environment for the optimal development of children with special needs..

This study was motivated by the high number of stunted children found in stunting locations, namely in Kelurahan Kahean and Sigulang-gulang, Kecamatan Siantar Utara, Kota Pematangsiantar. This study also found indications of inadequate parenting patterns in terms of nutrition and child health care. This condition is a serious concern because stunting not only affects children's physical growth but also influences their cognitive development and future quality of life. To understand this phenomenon in depth, this study used a qualitative method with a descriptive approach. Data were collected through in-depth interviews, observations, literature studies, and documentation, involving six main informants. The results of the study revealed that 4 of the 6 parents with stunted children practiced inadequate parenting, particularly neglectful parenting, which was the most dominant parenting style. This neglectful parenting style was characterized by a lack of adequate supervision and attention to providing nutritious food and health care for children. Parents who apply this parenting style tend to consistently ignore their children's nutritional and health needs, thereby increasing the risk of stunting. In addition, some parents also apply a permissive parenting style, which is characterized by allowing children to freely choose food without clear boundaries or rules. As a result, children often consume unhealthy foods and have irregular eating schedules. In addition to parenting factors, limited socioeconomic conditions also exacerbate the risk of stunting. Parents' low level of knowledge about balanced nutrition and child health care further increases the likelihood of children experiencing stunting. This shows that economic and educational factors are major obstacles in efforts to prevent stunting in the Kecamatan Siantar Utara.

This study aims to identify words that contain lexical ambiguity, explore their meanings, and classify them in the children’s book Amelia Bedelia by Herman Parish. The data were collected from the Amelia Bedelia Chapter Books series, which consists of twelve books published between 2013 and 2018. The analysis identified a total of 58 words with lexical ambiguity, including 46 instances of polysemy and 12 of homonymy. The classification of polysemy and homonymy is based on the semantic relatedness or unrelatedness between the multiple meanings of each word. The Amelia Bedelia stories effectively illustrate how children perceive and react to lexical ambiguity through the main character, Amelia, who is known for her literal interpretations of figurative language. This literal understanding often leads to humorous situations. Lexical ambiguity in these books functions not only as a source of entertainment but also as a valuable linguistic learning tool. Therefore, the stories contribute to language development in early childhood readers.

Diarrhea remains a significant health problem among children, especially school-aged students. This study aims to identify factors associated with the occurrence of diarrhea in students. A literature review method was used by analyzing ten relevant scientific articles published within the last five years (2019–2024). Significant factors influencing diarrhea incidence include handwashing habits, environmental sanitation conditions such as availability of latrines and clean water, nutritional status, immunization, and health knowledge. The findings indicate that diarrhea prevention requires a multidimensional approach involving education on healthy behaviors, improvement of sanitation facilities, and family empowerment through nutrition and immunization. These results are expected to serve as a basis for schools, parents, and government in designing effective diarrhea prevention programs for students.

Kekerasan seksual terhadap anak merupakan pelanggaran serius yang membutuhkan perlindungan hukum yang kuat. Namun, rendahnya pemahaman masyarakat terhadap mekanisme perlindungan hukum sering menjadi hambatan dalam penanganan kasus. Artikel ini menggunakan pendekatan yuridis normatif untuk mengkaji peran penting masyarakat dalam pencegahan, pelaporan, dan pendampingan korban. Hasilnya menunjukkan bahwa penguatan pemahaman masyarakat melalui sosialisasi, pendidikan hukum, dan kerja sama lintas sektor sangat diperlukan untuk mewujudkan perlindungan anak yang efektif.

Violence against children in the school environment is a serious problem that requires special attention. This legal counseling activity aims to increase understanding of child protection and violence prevention, especially at SMPN 1 Parangloe, Gowa Regency, South Sulawesi. Through counseling methods, interactive discussions, and documentation, the research team successfully involved 50 students, 3 teachers, and 7 parents in the activity held on February 24, 2025. The results showed a significant increase in participants' awareness of children's rights and steps to prevent violence. Students became more active in participating in discussions and more courageous in reporting cases of violence they experienced or witnessed. However, challenges such as concerns about social stigma are still barriers that need to be overcome. This activity emphasized the importance of collaboration between schools, parents and communities to create a safe and supportive environment for children's development. Thus, this counseling not only provides knowledge but also builds children's confidence in dealing with potential violence at school.

Marriages between Indonesian citizens and foreign nationals present complex legal challenges, particularly regarding the citizenship status of children born within such unions. This research explores the legal tension between Indonesia’s Marriage Law No. 1 of 1974 and Citizenship Law No. 12 of 2006, which adopt different approaches to the inheritance of nationality and the safeguarding of children’s rights. Employing a normative juridical method, the study examines statutory regulations, judicial rulings, and scholarly legal works, supported by a comparative analysis of practices in other jurisdictions. The results demonstrate that although the 2006 Citizenship Law introduced the notion of limited dual citizenship for minors, the family unity principle maintained in the Marriage Law creates procedural ambiguities especially in matters of registration and the age threshold for citizenship determination. Such inconsistencies often give rise to administrative barriers that may place children at risk of statelessness. The study argues that aligning the two legal frameworks is imperative to achieve legal certainty and uphold the best interests of the child, consistent with international conventions ratified by Indonesia. It further suggests amending overlapping provisions and improving administrative mechanisms to ensure more coherent and effective citizenship protection for children of mixed marriages.

Acute Respiratory Infection (ARI) is one of the diseases that frequently affects children under five years old and is a major cause of high disease rates in Indonesia. In the working area of the Bukit Hindu Health Center in Palangka Raya, cases of Acute Respiratory Infection (ARI) in toddlers tend to increase every year. This study was conducted to determine the relationship between family roles and their attitudes in preventing Acute Respiratory Infections (ARI) in children under five years old. The study aimed to determine the relationship between family roles and attitudes in preventing ARI in children under five years old within the working area of the Bukit Hindu Palangka Raya Public Health Center. This research is quantitative research with a correlational design and a cross-sectional approach. Samples were taken from 40 respondents using a purposive sampling technique. Data was collected using questionnaires and analyzed with the Spearman Rank statistical test. The research results showed that most respondents had a good family role and attitude toward preventing ARI. The results of the Spearman Rank test showed a significance value of p = <0.001 and a correlation coefficient value of 0.941*, indicating a very strong relationship between family role and attitudes in efforts to prevent ARI in toddlers. There is a significant relationship between family roles and attitudes in the effort to prevent ARI in toddlers within the working area of the Bukit Hindu Health Center Palangka Raya.

Prescription review is an important first step before the distribution process is carried out, where the aim of checking the prescription is to ensure that all aspects, both administrative and pharmaceutical, are appropriate. This research aims to determine the percentage of administrative completeness for electronic prescriptions and manual prescriptions, and to compare the completeness between the two for the period October to December 2023. The method used in this research is quantitative descriptive. The research results showed that the completeness of electronic prescription administration included the inclusion of the patient's name, patient's age, doctor's name, doctor's practice address, prescription date, and the room where the prescription came from for a total of 389 prescription sheets (100%). Meanwhile, the completeness of manual prescription administration includes the patient's name, doctor's name, doctor's SIP, doctor's practice address, and prescription date for a total of 337 prescription sheets (100%). Based on a comparison of the percentage of administrative completeness between electronic prescriptions and manual prescriptions in the period October – December 2023, electronic prescriptions show better completeness in terms of patient name, patient age, doctor's name, doctor's practice address, date of prescription, and room where the prescription came from (100% ), patient weight (55.78%), and doctor's SIP (87.92%). On the other hand, manual prescriptions show better completeness in terms of patient name, doctor's name, doctor's SIP, doctor's practice address, and prescription date (100%), patient's age (40.36%), patient's weight (86.35%). %), and doctor's initials (27.89%).

This study aims to examine the implementation of Article 88 of Law Number 35 of 2014 concerning Child Protection against child exploitation as clown buskers in Gorontalo City, as well as identify the factors that cause the exploitation. This study uses an empirical legal method with a descriptive approach to obtain data related to behavior, social conditions, and symptoms in society. Data was collected through observation, interviews, and documentation. The results of the study show that the implementation of Law Number 35 of 2014 has not been optimal, because the relevant apparatus, such as the Social Service and Satpol PP, have not followed up on this case with a criminal law approach, but only with coaching and administrative efforts. This causes child exploitation to continue without strict legal sanctions. The factors that cause the exploitation of children as buskers in clown costumes in Gorontalo City include economic, family, environmental factors, lack of law enforcement, and low legal awareness in interrelated communities. This research emphasizes the importance of synergy between the government, law enforcement officials, social institutions, and the community to reduce child exploitation practices through preventive, repressive, and rehabilitative efforts in a sustainable manner.

The phenomenon of Mobile Legends addiction among children in Kebagusan has generated significant social and academic consequences, highlighting the crucial role of family communication patterns in addressing this issue. This study aims to analyze parental communication strategies in dealing with children addicted to Mobile Legends. Employing a descriptive qualitative method, data were collected through in-depth interviews, observation, and documentation with four housewives as key informants. The findings reveal that the dominant communication pattern is democratic, characterized by openness, empathy, emotional support, and positive attitudes that foster dialogue within the family. This approach proved effective in reducing tensions, strengthening emotional bonds, and encouraging children to be more receptive to parental guidance. The study suggests that the democratic communication approach significantly mitigates the negative effects of digital addiction. Additionally, it emphasizes the importance of creating an open, supportive, and understanding environment at home, where children feel comfortable discussing their digital habits. In conclusion, democratic communication plays a vital role in overcoming digital addiction among children and offers practical implications for families to cultivate healthy interactions in the digital era.

Penyakit Demam Berdarah Dengue (DBD) merupakan suatu penyakit yang disebabkan oleh gigitan nyamuk betina spesies aedes aegypti yang membawa virus dengue. Anak usia sekolah rentan terhadap penularan DBD sehingga sangat penting diberikan edukasi tentang penyakit ini. Metode edukasi yang tepat untuk anak usia sekolah salah satunya yaitu dengan permainan edukatif seperti permainan ular tangga. Metode permainan ini bisa memudahkan anak sekolah untuk menambahkan pengetahuan tentang penyakit DBD pada anak sekolah. Tujuan penelitian ini untuk mengetahui pengaruh edukasi permainan ular tangga tentang penyakit DBD terhadap tingkat pengetahuan pada anak sekolah. Jenis penelitian ini yaitu pre eksperimen dengan pendekatan one group pretest posttest design. Populasi adalah seluruh siswa-siswi sebanyak 193 orang. Teknik pengambilan sampel menggunakan proporsional random sampling yang ditetapkan berdasarkan rumus Slovin sehingga jumlah sampel sebanyak 66 orang. Instrumen pengumpulan data menggunakan lembar kuesioner. Analisis data menggunakan uji wilcoxon sampel t-test. Hasil penelitian pengaruh sebelum dan sesudah pemberian edukasi permainan ular tangga tentang penyakit DBD didapatkan p-value 0,000 (< 0.05). Kesimpulan penelitian ada pengaruh sebelum dan sesudah pemberian edukasi permainan ular tangga tentang penyakit DBD pada anak sekolah.

Maternal and child health is an important indicator of public health development. However, at Posyandu Cendana, Bekasi, the optimal utilization of services remains low. Challenges include limited community knowledge, particularly among mothers, regarding the importance of posyandu services, low awareness of routine check-ups, and insufficient understanding among cadres in delivering clear and accessible health information. To address these issues, this community service program is designed in the form of socialization activities with participatory and educational approaches. The program covers maternal and child health education, practical training on child growth monitoring, the importance of immunization, balanced nutrition, and reproductive health. The stages include problem identification with cadres and posyandu managers, implementation through interactive lectures, group discussions, and field practice, as well as evaluation using pre-tests, post-tests, and observations of community participation. The program involves lecturers, students, posyandu cadres, and local officials to ensure sustainability. The expected outcomes include improved maternal knowledge of posyandu roles and publication of results in mass media and scientific journals.

Biomass is one of the materials that can be utilized as fuel. To ensure optimal quality, effective management of biomass is required to maximize its potential. One possible approach is the application of a biomass stove fueled by rubber wood pellets. By integrating a thermoelectric generator, data can be obtained to determine whether all aspects meet the established standards. This system is designed to generate electrical energy from combustion heat, supported by components such as a buck-boost converter and a 3V DC lamp. Testing was carried out using proximate and ultimate analyses on the fuel as well as the Water Boiling Test (WBT) on the stove, referring to SNI 8021:2020 and SNI 8021:2014 standards. The results showed that rubber wood pellets contained 7.64% moisture and had a calorific value of 4050 kcal/kg. The stove demonstrated an efficiency of 23.53%–37.28% and a fuel consumption rate of 0.61–0.77 kg/hour, both of which meet the requirements. In addition, the thermoelectric generator produced a voltage of 3.6 V and an electric current of 0.05 A, which are higher than those reported in previous studies (2.06 V and 0.01 A, respectively). Therefore, this thermoelectric biomass stove system is considered successful and feasible for further development as an alternative energy application.

Pengabdian masyarakat Universitas Bojonegoro di Desa Mojoagung menunjukkan bahwa pendekatan pendidikan berbasis feminisme, diskusi interaktif, dan distribusi tablet penambah darah (TTD) yang didukung oleh penyuluhan pola makan sehat dapat membantu meningkatkan kesadaran akan gender dan gizi perempuan.kesehatan. Program ini mampu menurunkan prevalensi anemia hingga 30%, memberdayakan perempuan secara sosial, dan meningkatkan kesadaran akan hak-haknya. Selain itu, keberlanjutan dan pertumbuhan program bergantung pada kerja sama dengan fasilitas medis dan organisasi masyarakat non-pemerintah. Menurut hasil dari beberapa penelitian terkait, pemberdayaan perempuan melalui kesadaran gender yang lebih besar dan akses ke perawatan kesehatan inklusif dapat membantu meningkatkan kesehatan dan status gizi perempuan sekaligus mendorong perubahan sosial yang tahan lama. Strategi berbasis komunitas yang melibatkan keluarga dan komunitas sangat penting untuk mencapai tujuan ini, terutama dalam hal mencegah anemia, meningkatkan kesehatan anak-anak, dan memajukan hak-hak perempuan di masyarakat.

Early childhood education is a fundamental stage in shaping children's cognitive, social, emotional, and motor development. However, learning practices in many early childhood institutions still rely on conventional methods that make children passive and less engaged. This community service program was implemented at PAUD Alamanda in Padamaju Village with a focus on introducing color concepts through play-based learning strategies. The objective of this program was to enhance the quality of science learning that is more interactive, enjoyable, and developmentally appropriate, while also strengthening teachers’ capacity in designing innovative learning strategies. The method applied was Participatory Action Research, conducted in several stages including observation and coordination, teacher training, implementation of play activities with children, and reflection and evaluation. The results revealed that children became more enthusiastic, successfully recognized primary and secondary colors, and demonstrated improvements in fine motor skills, creativity, and social interaction. Teachers also gained new insights into the application of more varied and innovative teaching methods. Overall, this program successfully bridged the gap between early childhood education theories emphasizing play-based learning and classroom practices, and contributed positively to the improvement of early childhood education quality.