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The elderly is among the most vulnerable groups in society due to progressive biological decline that weakens physical resistance, making them prone to chronic diseases such as hypertension. Hypertension is one of the most common multifactorial disorders in older adults, and its severity may be influenced by anxiety, which stimulates the sympathetic nervous system and increases blood pressure. This study aimed to examine the relationship between anxiety levels and hypertension among the elderly in the working area of Andalas Health Center, Padang City. An analytic study with a cross-sectional design was conducted involving 81 elderly participants diagnosed with hypertension, selected through accidental sampling based on inclusion and exclusion criteria. The Geriatric Anxiety Scale (GAS) was employed as the research instrument, while data analysis used the Chi-square test. Results showed that the majority of respondents experienced mild anxiety (67 respondents, 82.7%) and uncontrolled hypertension (54 respondents, 66.6%). Statistical analysis revealed a p-value of 0.534, indicating no significant association between anxiety levels and hypertension in the elderly population studied. These findings are consistent with several previous studies reporting that the relationship between anxiety and blood pressure in the elderly is often inconsistent, largely due to other risk factors including age, gender, low physical activity, comorbidities, and poor adherence to antihypertensive treatment. The implication of this study highlights the necessity of a holistic approach to hypertension management in the elderly, addressing not only psychological aspects but also lifestyle modification, treatment adherence education, and strengthening public health programs. Therefore, this research is expected to serve as input for health workers at community health centers to improve strategies for preventing and controlling hypertension in elderly populations.

This study investigates the role of peer social support in enhancing self-confidence among adolescents at the Amal Wanita An-Nur Orphanage in Depok, Indonesia. Adolescents living in orphanages often experience psychological challenges, including low self-confidence and limited social interaction, which can affect their personal growth and future orientation. The objective of this research is to explore how peer social support contributes to strengthening self-confidence and to identify the forms, driving factors, and obstacles of such support. A qualitative descriptive method was applied through observation, interviews, and documentation, involving seven informants consisting of the orphanage head, caregivers, and adolescents. Findings show that three types of support emotional, appraisal, and informational play a dominant role in fostering self-confidence. Emotional support was expressed through empathy and active listening, appraisal support was provided through recognition of achievements and encouragement, while informational support involved advice and constructive feedback. Meanwhile, instrumental and network support were less emphasized due to limited resources. Despite the presence of barriers such as feelings of inferiority, miscommunication, and differences in emotional readiness, peer support proved effective in motivating adolescents, strengthening their resilience, and fostering positive self-perception. The implications suggest the need for structured peer-support programs, facilitated by caregivers and social workers, to maximize adolescents’ potential and prepare them for future challenges. Thus, this study demonstrates that peer social support serves not only as a protective factor but also as a social learning tool that shapes adolescents' interpersonal skills. Targeted programs can increase self-confidence, expand social relationships, and create a more supportive and inclusive nursing home environment.

This study aimed to evaluate the effect of murrotal therapy on pain and anxiety levels in patients after radiofrequency action. This study uses a quantitative approach with a pre-experimental design of one group pretest-posttest involving 50 post-radiofrequency patients at Sultan Agung Hospital Semarang. The research data were collected using the Numeric Rating Scale (NRS) instrument to assess pain levels and the Zung Self-Rating Anxiety Scale (SAS) to assess anxiety levels. Univariate analysis showed that most of the respondents were women with an average age of 44.04 years, included in the intermediate adult category. The results of bivariate analysis with the Wilcoxon Signed Rank Test showed a significant decrease in both pain and anxiety levels after being given murrative therapy, with a p-value of 0.000 for both variables. This shows that murrotal therapy is effective in providing psychological relaxation and spiritual distraction effects, so that it can reduce the intensity of pain while reducing anxiety in patients. Based on these findings, it can be concluded that murrotal therapy is a non-pharmacological intervention that is simple, safe, and easy to apply by health workers. It also has great potential as a complementary therapy that supports the management of pain and anxiety after medical procedures, especially invasive procedures such as radiofrequency. Thus, the application of murrotal therapy can be used as an additional alternative in improving the quality of nursing services in hospitals.

Preoperative anxiety is one of the psychological problems that patients often experience and can affect physiological stability, response to anesthesia, and the postoperative recovery process. High levels of anxiety in patients leading up to surgery can have negative impacts, both physically and emotionally. One of the interventions that can be done to reduce anxiety is therapeutic communication by nurses. Therapeutic communication has an important role in creating a relationship of mutual trust, providing a sense of security, and helping patients understand the medical procedures to be undertaken. However, there are still conditions where therapeutic communication has not been implemented optimally. This study aims to determine the relationship between nurses' therapeutic communication and the level of anxiety of preoperative patients at RSI Pekajangan. The study used a quantitative approach with a correlational design and involved 72 respondents who were selected through purposive sampling techniques. The research instruments included a therapeutic communication questionnaire and the Amsterdam Preoperative Anxiety and Information Scale (APAIS). Data analysis was carried out using the Spearman Rank test. The results showed that most respondents rated therapeutic communication in the categories of good (81.9%) and moderate anxiety (72.2%). Statistical tests showed a significant relationship between nurses' therapeutic communication and preoperative patients' anxiety levels (p = 0.027) and moderate correlation strength (r = -0.260). The conclusion of this study confirms that therapeutic communication plays a role in lowering patients' anxiety, so it is recommended that nurses improve therapeutic communication skills as part of pre-surgical interventions.

In the final phase of their studies, students often experience intense psychological pressure, especially when writing their final thesis. If this academic stress is not managed optimally, it can cause mental health problems, reduce internal motivation, and lead to despair in the context of education. Hardiness personality is one of the psychological characteristics that is believed to play a crucial role in dealing with such situations. Hardiness encompasses the dimensions of control, commitment, and the ability to see challenges as opportunities, thereby encouraging individuals to persevere in the face of external pressures. This study focuses on the relationship between hardiness personality and the level of stress experienced by final-year students of the Diploma Three Nursing Study Program at Abulyatama University while writing scientific papers. This study used a correlational quantitative approach with a cross-sectional design, involving 63 students selected through proportional random sampling. The Dispositional Resilience Scale (DRS) was used to measure hardiness, while the Student-Life Stress Inventory (SSI) was used to assess stress levels. Data collection took place from April 26 to May 8, 2025. To obtain valid results, data analysis was performed using the Chi-Square test with a significance level of 0.05. The research findings show a significant negative correlation between hardiness personality and stress levels in the process of writing scientific papers (p=0.004; p<0.05). Students who show high levels of hardiness tend to experience lower stress during the preparation of scientific papers, while those with low hardiness are more vulnerable to high academic pressure. Based on these results, it can be concluded that increasing hardiness in students is very important as a strategy for dealing with academic demands, especially in writing scientific papers. Thus, students are expected to be able to strengthen their self-control, commitment to the learning process, and positive perspective towards various challenges.

This study aims to examine the correlation between loneliness and Fear of Missing Out (FoMO) among working mothers experiencing long-distance marriage (LDM) in West Sumatra, a population facing dual challenges of work responsibilities and limited spousal support. Loneliness, often triggered by the lack of emotional closeness and reduced social support, is hypothesized to significantly contribute to FoMO, particularly in the context of increased social media use. The research employed a quantitative correlational design with a sample of 385 working mothers selected through simple random sampling. Data collection utilized the FoMO scale developed by Kurniawan and Utami (2022) and a loneliness scale designed by the researcher based on Russell’s (1996) dimensions. Data analysis used the Pearson product moment correlation test after ensuring normality and linearity assumptions were met. The findings revealed a significant positive correlation between loneliness and FoMO (r = 0.649, p < 0.05). This indicates that higher levels of loneliness are associated with greater FoMO tendencies among working mothers living apart from their spouses. The study highlights how psychological vulnerabilities related to marital separation and dual roles increase susceptibility to FoMO. These results underscore the importance of providing psychosocial support, strengthening marital communication, and promoting digital literacy to reduce FoMO risks. This research contributes to understanding the psychosocial dynamics of working mothers in LDM contexts and can serve as a basis for preventive interventions to enhance mental well-being.

Perfectionism is a personality trait that reflects high standards to be perfect, but at excessive levels. The feeling of perfectionism leads to students' mental health. One of the factors influencing perfectionism is the fear of negative evaluation, which is the fear of negative judgments from others. This study aims to investigate the correlation between fear of negative evaluation and perfectionism in students of the Diploma III Nursing Study Program at Universitas Abulyatama. The research is conducted from April 26th to May 9th, 2025. This study is a correlational quantitative design with a cross-sectional approach. The population consisted of 554 students. Of 85 respondents chosen as the sample, who were selected using a proportional random sampling technique. The data was gathered by using the Brief Fear of Negative Evaluation (BFNE) questionnaire to measure Fear of Negative Evaluation and the Perfectionism Inventory (PI) to measure perfectionism. Then, the data was analyzed by using univariate and bivariate analysis. The results prove that off out 85 respondents, the majority of students who were in the medium category of Fear of Negative evaluation were 63 respondents (74.1%), high category of fear of negative evaluation were 22 respondents (25,9%), medium category of perfectionism were 54 respondents (63,5%) and, high category of perfectionism were 31 respondents (36,5%). The result of the Chi-Square test indicates a p-value = 0,005. It can be concluded that there is a correlation between fear of negative evaluation and perfectionism among the students of the Diploma III Nursing Study Program at Universitas Abulyatama. This study is expected to serve as a reference for students and educational institutions in providing support for mental health and the development of students' character. By addressing fear of negative evaluation, universities can help students build healthier perspectives, improve self-acceptance, and balance high achievement with psychological well-being.

The comprehensive field of Islamic education encompasses not only all levels of schooling but also includes religion, ethics, history, law, and the Quran and Hadith. As part of Islamic religious education (PAI), students are taught to live in harmony with Allah, themselves, other humans, all living things, and the natural world, embodying the concept of Hablun Minallah wa Hablun Minannas. The main objective is to shape students' belief, understanding, and practice of Islamic teachings through planned learning activities, training, and guidance. Islamic religious education is an endeavor by educators to shape students' beliefs and practices via structured instruction, training, and guidance. This study explores the features of Islamic education resources across various educational levels, examining the types of instruction designed to identify these materials and evaluate their pros and cons. The study discovered that Islamic Religious Education (PAI) materials from different grade levels and educational types exhibit distinct characteristics. These differences include variations in content, weight, depth, as well as psychological, philosophical, sociological, and technological aspects. Understanding the characteristics of PAI materials at various educational levels is crucial for developing more effective, relevant curricula and teaching methods tailored to students' developmental needs. The findings of this study are also intended to serve as a reference for educators when developing PAI learning materials suitable for students' educational and developmental levels.

The comprehensive field of Islamic education encompasses not only all levels of schooling but also includes religion, ethics, history, law, and the Quran and Hadith. As part of Islamic religious education (PAI), students are taught to live in harmony with Allah, themselves, other humans, all living things, and the natural world, embodying the concept of Hablun Minallah wa Hablun Minannas. The main objective is to shape students' belief, understanding, and practice of Islamic teachings through planned learning activities, training, and guidance. Islamic religious education is an endeavor by educators to shape students' beliefs and practices via structured instruction, training, and guidance. This study explores the features of Islamic education resources across various educational levels, examining the types of instruction designed to identify these materials and evaluate their pros and cons. The study discovered that Islamic Religious Education (PAI) materials from different grade levels and educational types exhibit distinct characteristics. These differences include variations in content, weight, depth, as well as psychological, philosophical, sociological, and technological aspects. Understanding the characteristics of PAI materials at various educational levels is crucial for developing more effective, relevant curricula and teaching methods tailored to students' developmental needs. The findings of this study are also intended to serve as a reference for educators when developing PAI learning materials suitable for students' educational and developmental levels.

Competition in the job market has been increasing every year, demanding high-quality human resources who are capable of adapting to rapid changes in the era of Industry 5.0. However, recent findings indicate that many graduates, particularly those from the class of 2024, still lack sufficient work readiness, contributing to a relatively low work readiness rate in Indonesia. Work readiness is a crucial attribute that determines the extent to which graduates can transition smoothly from academic settings into professional environments. One of the psychological constructs believed to influence this readiness is the Adversity Quotient (AQ), which reflects an individual’s ability to withstand, adapt, and grow in the face of challenges and difficulties. The purpose of this research is to analyze the relationship between adversity quotient and work readiness among 174 final-year students of the Psychology Faculty at Universitas Negeri Padang. This study employed a quantitative research design with a purposive sampling technique. The Work Readiness variable was measured using a scale developed by the researcher based on Caballero et al. (2011), while the Adversity Quotient was measured using the adapted Adversity Response Profile scale from Stoltz (2000). Based on the results of product moment correlation analysis, findings show that the adversity quotient has a strong and positive correlation (r = 0.691) with work readiness. These results highlight the importance of strengthening resilience and adversity management skills to ensure that students are better prepared to enter the workforce with confidence and competence.

The boycott of companies suspected of having ties to Israel has drawn public attention, including Unilever. This research was motivated by the need to understand how Unilever, impacted by the boycott, is attempting to restore its reputation in the eyes of the public. Specifically, this research aims to analyze how the people of Serang City respond to these efforts amidst the turmoil of this sensitive issue. The study used a quantitative approach based on the S-O-R (Stimulus-Organism-Response) theory. Data were collected through questionnaires distributed to 400 respondents in Serang City. The main focus of the analysis was on three Unilever strategies: a statement of non-involvement in the genocide, providing aid to refugees in Egypt, and offering product discounts at local retailers. The S-O-R theory was used to observe how the company's communication stimuli generate psychological responses and public attitudes toward brand reputation. The study results showed that 68.12% of respondents responded positively to Unilever's efforts, although this figure only slightly exceeded the minimum threshold set in the hypothesis. The majority of the public is more familiar with discount efforts than humanitarian aid or official clarification. Therefore, information transparency and strengthened crisis management need to be optimized to clarify Unilever's position and sustainably strengthen the company's reputation amidst sensitive social and political issues.

Dependence on smartphones, characterized by excessive anxiety when unable to access them, known as Nomophobia, has become a common problem among students aged 18 to 24 years. One significant consequence of this condition is a decline in sleep quality. This study aimed to examine the correlation between the level of Nomophobia and the degree of sleep quality among third-year students of the Diploma Three Nursing Study Program at Abulyatama University. The research employed a correlative descriptive design with a cross-sectional survey method. Out of 177 third-year students, 64 participants were selected as samples using proportional random sampling. The Nomophobia Questionnaire (NMP-Q) was used to assess the level of Nomophobia, while the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI) was utilized to measure sleep quality. Data collection occurred at the Diploma Three Nursing Study Program, Faculty of Health Sciences, Abulyatama University, from May 7 to 30, 2025. The bivariate analysis, performed using the chi-square method, showed a statistically significant relationship between Nomophobia and sleep quality, with a p-value of 0.048 (p < 0.05). The results revealed that 71.9% of respondents had a high level of Nomophobia, and 90.6% experienced sleep quality problems. These findings highlight the urgency of managing healthy smartphone use among students to ensure good sleep quality and reduce the risk of physical and psychological disorders.

Introduction : Bullying is aggressive behavior carried out by a person or group of people against another person or group of people who are weaker. Mental Health is a problem with emotional development, behavior and development. The aim of the research is to determine the relationship between bullying and mental health among teenagers. This research uses a quantitative research design. The research method used was cross sectional. The sampling technique in this research uses random sampling with the number of respondents are 159 people. The instrument used is questionnaire sheet. This study uses Independent variable Bullying and dependent variable mental health. Data analysis in this study uses the chi-square test. The results of this study show that there is bullying behavior as many as (82.4%) and mental health was in the disturbed category as many as 129 respondents (81.1%). The statistical test results are obtained with a p-value of 0.000, a value >5. These results indicate that there is a significant relationship between bullying and mental health for respondents. It is necessary for students to respect each other without looking at their background, physique or any differences to be good friends, get along well, support each other, provide assistance and try not to bully weak friends and the school is expected to pay more attention to bullying actions that occur in school environment.

This study examines effects of resilience, social support, and psychological well-being on employee performance at CV Duta Jaya Tehnic. Resilience refers to an individual’s capacity to handle work pressure and challenges. Social support includes assistance from coworkers and family. Psychological well-being denotes a healthy mental state. The study proposed significant partial and joint effects for the three predictors. A quantitative survey design was used. Questionnaires were distributed to 38 employees. Multiple linear regression evaluated partial and joint relationships between predictors and performance. Results show a significant positive effect of resilience on performance (p = 0.001 < 0.05). Social support (p = 0.573) and psychological well-being (p = 0.700) show no significant partial effects. Jointly, the three predictors explain performance significantly (p < 0.001). The findings highlight a central role for personal resilience in improving performance at CV Duta Jaya Tehnic, while social support and psychological well-being show no standalone effect within this sample. Overall, the regression model with the three predictors provides meaningful explanatory power for employee performance in this company. Managerial implications follow from the evidence. Prioritize initiatives to build resilience, including brief coping-skill sessions, energy management, and recovery practices. Maintain support systems and well-being programs, yet direct resources first toward resilience building.  

This study aims to understand the dynamics of children’s communication within families after parental infidelity in Subang Regency, with a focus on conflict, problem-solving strategies, and conformity. The research employed a qualitative approach using a case study method, with data collected through purposive sampling involving four key informants and five supporting informants. The findings indicate that post-affair conflicts often lead to children’s withdrawal from family interactions, while problem-solving efforts are not always successful in restoring trust and repairing family relationships due to unresolved emotional wounds. Children’s conformity tends to become increasingly closed and restrictive, with the family no longer functioning as a safe space to express feelings and share concerns. Parental infidelity significantly disrupts family communication, particularly in parent–child interactions, as children tend to feel insecure, lose trust, and adopt rigid or defensive communication patterns. This condition reflects a broader psychological impact in which children experience emotional distress, confusion, and difficulties in establishing meaningful relationships. Moreover, the study highlights that unresolved family communication breakdowns may contribute to long-term consequences, such as reduced self-esteem and heightened vulnerability to stress. The research underscores the importance of maintaining open, honest, and empathetic communication to support children’s emotional recovery after parental infidelity. It also recommends seeking professional assistance, such as counselors or psychologists, when families are unable to independently rebuild healthy communication patterns. This provides not only emotional relief but also preventive measures for further deterioration of family relationships.

Final-year students often face significant academic pressure, especially when writing their final assignments. If this type of stress is left unaddressed, it can have a negative impact on students' psychological well-being, academic achievement, and even physical health. Given this situation, this study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of applying Mindfulness, particularly the Mindful Breathing technique, in reducing stress levels among students in the Diploma Three Nursing Program at Abulyatama University who are completing their final projects. The research took place from March 10 to 25, with a population of 180 students who were in the final stage of their education, namely 177 students from the 2022 batch and 3 students from the 2021 batch. Using a one-group pretest-posttest quasi-experimental approach, this study sampled 22 students through purposive sampling. Over two weeks, participants attended six Mindful Breathing intervention sessions, each lasting 30 minutes. Stress levels were measured using the SASS questionnaire, which has been tested for reliability with a Cronbach Alpha value of 0.945. After the intervention, the results of the paired simple t-test analysis showed a significant decrease in stress scores, with an average reduction of 11.136 points and a p-value of 0.000 (p < 0.05). These findings confirm that the Mindful Breathing method contributes significantly to reducing stress in students. As a follow-up, students are encouraged to integrate Mindfulness practices into their daily routines to maintain mental stability, and educational institutions are expected to implement structured Mindfulness programs as a strategy for preventing academic stress.

The purpose of this education is to increase public awareness, especially among teenagers, of the impacts of early marriage through educational seminars and Service-Learning-based outreach in Naga Kesiangan Village. Early marriage remains a critical issue in Indonesia, often associated with health risks, psychological stress, and limited educational and social opportunities for young people. The Service-Learning approach was chosen because it not only provides knowledge transfer but also actively engages participants in reflection and discussion, ensuring that the learning process is more contextual and sustainable. The method used was Service-Learning, involving 30 teenagers aged 15–19 years, 15 parents, and 5 community leaders who were purposively selected for their direct relevance to the issue. Activities included seminars, small group discussions, interactive question-and-answer sessions, and collective reflection. The results of the activity showed a significant increase in participants’ understanding, from 42% (pre-test) to 81% (post-test). Participants gained a deeper understanding of the health, psychological, social, and educational risks of early marriage and were encouraged to delay marriage by choosing positive alternatives through education and skill development. This program also strengthened the role of families and community leaders as preventive agents by fostering collective awareness and support. Thus, educational seminars integrated with Service-Learning prove to be effective and replicable strategies to prevent early marriage practices, while also empowering communities to build healthier, more resilient generations.

First-year out-of-town students face a challenging transition period because they have to adapt to new social and academic environments, college adjustment is the key to academic success and psychological well-being, and peer social support plays a crucial role in helping the adaptation process. The purpose of this study was to determine the correlation of peer social support with college adjustment for first-year out-of-town students in the Diploma Three Nursing Study Program at Abulyatama University. This study applied a quantitative method through a cross-sectional study approach and involved 109 populations. The sample consisted of 52 respondents selected through purposive random sampling using the Slovin formula. The instruments implemented include the questionnaire MSPSS to measure peer social support, it was found that the Croncbach Alpha for the family subscale was 0.81, the friend subscale was 0.82, and other significant subscales was 0.75 and SACQ to measure the level of college adjustment, it was found that the Alpha coefficient = 0.877, while the analysis used was univariate and bivariate by applying the chi square test. The study findings are based on the test findings using Chi-Square, it is known that the ρ value = 0.036 (≤ 0.05). The conclusion contains a correlation between peer social support and college adjustment in first-year out-of-town students. The results of this study are expected to be input for out-of-town students to improve their ability to adjust to the campus environment by utilizing peer social support. Educational institutions are expected to provide guidance or counseling programs that support the adaptation process of new students, especially out-of-town students. In addition, further research is expected to examine other factors that influence student adjustment, such as family and environmental factors, and use more diverse research methods to enrich the research results.

The importance of knowledge about physical changes during puberty because during this period there are many changes such as physical, psychological and social changes. Lack of knowledge about the changes that occur to them and why they occur can lead to embarrassment, anxiety or distrust. Can cause embarrassment, anxiety or distrust. Objective of this study was to determine the relationship between knowledge and attitudes of adolescent girls about physical changes at puberty. This study uses a correlation correlation analytic design with a cross sectional approach, population as many as 165 people, sampling using proportional random sampling technique, the number of samples was 50 respondents who met the inclusion criteria. sample of 50 respondents who met the inclusion criteria. Instrument the research instrument used a knowledge and attitude questionnaire. Data analysis using the spearman rank test. The results obtained p value 0.001 < α 0.05, it can be concluded that there is a relationship between knowledge and attitude of adolescent girls about physical changes during puberty at MAN 1 Malang Regency. Therefore, it is expected that adolescents can take the time to participate in youth health organization activities such as PMR or PIK-R in the school environment and seek information from various sources such as books, journals or magazines in order to increase their knowledge about physical changes during puberty. As for the research site, it is hoped that it can provide counseling evenly to students of MAN 1 Malang Regency.

This study aims to analyze the influence of work discipline, job satisfaction, and motivation on the performance of billman employees at PT. PLN Electricity Services ULP Kediri City. Employee performance plays a strategic role in ensuring the company’s service quality and operational sustainability, particularly in the field of billing services which directly impacts customer satisfaction and company revenue. The research employs a quantitative approach with a multiple linear regression method to assess both partial and simultaneous effects of the independent variables. The population of this study consisted of all 33 billman employees of PT. PLN Electricity Services ULP Kediri City, and due to the small size, a saturated sampling technique was used so that the entire population served as respondents. Primary data were collected through questionnaires distributed to all employees and then analyzed statistically. The findings indicate that, partially, work discipline has a negative and insignificant effect on employee performance, suggesting that discipline alone does not guarantee productivity improvement. On the other hand, job satisfaction and motivation both have a positive and significant effect on employee performance, showing that intrinsic and psychological factors contribute more strongly to optimal work outcomes. Furthermore, when tested simultaneously, work discipline, job satisfaction, and motivation collectively exert a positive and significant influence on employee performance. The coefficient of determination (R²) of 0.786 indicates that 78.6% of variations in performance can be explained by the three variables, while the remaining 21.4% is influenced by other factors outside this research model. These findings emphasize the importance of fostering job satisfaction and motivation through supportive management policies to enhance employee contributions and organizational effectiveness.