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This study aims to analyze how group dance activities can contribute to the social development of early childhood. Social development in childhood is very important because it is the basis for children's ability to interact, cooperate, and build relationships with their surroundings. The method used in this study is descriptive qualitative with observation, interview, and documentation techniques for children involved in group dance activities at one of the PAUD institutions. The results of the study showed that through group dance activities, children showed improvements in terms of cooperation, communication, empathy, and the ability to follow rules and take turns. These activities also facilitate children in recognizing social roles and building self-confidence. Thus, group dance activities can be used as an effective strategy in supporting the social development of early childhood.

This study aims to identify various factors that influence language choice in communication, as well as to analyze how the use of appropriate language can have a positive impact on the success of message delivery. The method used is qualitative research with a descriptive approach. Data were collected through documentation techniques and analyzed using thematic methods. The results of the study indicate that success in delivering messages is greatly influenced by language choice, which depends on a number of factors, such as communication context, communication objectives, audience background and characteristics, media or communication channels, and relationships between speakers. The selection of appropriate language has been shown to improve message clarity, build emotional connections, strengthen the credibility of the communicator, avoid misunderstandings, and increase the appeal and memorability of the message. These findings emphasize the importance of choosing the right language in the communication process so that messages can be delivered effectively and easily understood as they should.

The role of Islamic banks in distributing funds to MSMEs in Cikarang is crucial for strengthening the local economy. By offering financing products based on Sharia principles such as murabahah, musharakah, and mudharabah, Islamic banks provide capital solutions for MSMEs while upholding the principles of justice and risk-sharing. A qualitative review of the literature indicates that the involvement of Islamic banks can enhance access to capital, improve business productivity, and foster long-term relationships between banks and entrepreneurs. The main issues identified include a lack of understanding of Sharia principles among MSMEs and credit-related risks. The recommendations from this study include increasing Sharia education, simplifying contractual procedures, and strengthening the role of supporting institutions.

This study aims to analyze the influence of investment and development expenditure on poverty levels in Balikpapan City, considering the mediating role of income inequality. The research employs a quantitative approach using path analysis to examine both direct and indirect relationships among variables. The data used are secondary data from 2013 to 2023, including investment, development spending, the Gini index, and poverty rates. The results show that investment and development expenditure have a direct impact on both income inequality and poverty. Moreover, income inequality mediates the influence of investment and development expenditure on poverty. This study provides important implications for local government in formulating more effective and equitable development policies to reduce inequality and alleviate poverty in urban areas.  

This study aims to examine how the narrative of “lelaki tidak bercerita” is reproduced and internalized by young men through their personal experiences in family, friendship, and social media. Using a descriptive qualitative approach, the research involved four male students from Pendidikan Sosiologi, Universitas Negeri Jakarta as key informants. The findings show that hegemonic masculinity shapes men to suppress emotional expression from an early age, mainly through unspoken family norms and socially unsupportive relationships. While friendships and social media sometimes offer more fluid spaces, dominant narratives still restrict men’s vulnerability. Social media acts as a space for passive emotional validation, yet often reinforces old stereotypes. The impact of this construction is evident in hidden psychological burdens, emotional distraction, and indirect coping strategies. This study highlights the importance of creating inclusive and supportive social spaces where men can express emotions without stigma. By critically understanding the dynamics of hegemonic masculinity, society is encouraged to foster more empathetic and equitable social relations.

This study aims to analyze the relationship between hyponymy and hyperonymy in health articles published in Kompas.id from January to March 2025. The hyponymy-hyperonymy relationship is a relationship of meaning between general terms (hyperonyms) and specific terms (hyponyms) that plays an important role in arranging information hierarchically and systematically. This study uses a descriptive qualitative method with data collection techniques of reading, listening, and taking notes. Data were analyzed by identifying words that have a relationship of meaning, classifying them into hyponymy-hyperonymy, and analyzing the function of their use in sentences. The results of the study show that the use of hyponymy and hyperonymy relationships in health articles helps clarify information, facilitates reader understanding, and builds text cohesion and coherence. This relationship is used both for generalization of meaning and specification of meaning in conveying health information to the wider community.

This study uses a descriptive qualitative approach to investigate how social media use impacts students’ understanding of social and cultural concept at SDN Sumingkir 02. The research subject are students in grades V and VI who actively use social media. To collect data, observation, semi-structured interviews, and documentation were used. According to the research findings, various aspects of students lives are influenced by social media including learning behavior, social interactions, and communication patterns. Student interact more digitally than face to face, which can recude the quality of social relationships and increase risks such as anxiety, stress, and cyberbullying. Social media has positive benevits, such as increasing creativity and cultural knowledge, but excessive use without supervision can interfere with the development of students character and mental health. Therefore, parents and teachers must play an active role in guiding their students and improving their digital literacy.

This study uses a descriptive qualitative approach to investigate how social media use impacts students’ understanding of social and cultural concept at SDN Sumingkir 02. The research subject are students in grades V and VI who actively use social media. To collect data, observation, semi-structured interviews, and documentation were used. According to the research findings, various aspects of students lives are influenced by social media including learning behavior, social interactions, and communication patterns. Student interact more digitally than face to face, which can recude the quality of social relationships and increase risks such as anxiety, stress, and cyberbullying. Social media has positive benevits, such as increasing creativity and cultural knowledge, but excessive use without supervision can interfere with the development of students character and mental health. Therefore, parents and teachers must play an active role in guiding their students and improving their digital literacy.

Anxiety in adolescents in Indonesia is an increasingly pressing mental health problem. According to the National Adolescent Mental Health Survey (I-NAMHS) conducted in 2022, around 15.5 million Indonesian adolescents aged 10 to 17 years experienced mental health problems in the past 12 months. Various factors, such as academic pressure, bullying, problems in family and peer relationships, and the influence of social media, often cause anxiety in adolescents. Five-finger hypnotherapy is a therapy that uses five fingers to help clients change their perception of their anxiety levels without the effects of dependency. Using five-finger hypnosis, combine the index finger and thumb to imagine a healthy body, the middle finger to imagine a loving and caring person, the ring finger to imagine achievements, awards, and praise that have been experienced, and the little finger to imagine the most beautiful place ever visited. The purpose of this activity is to increase adolescent knowledge and skills to overcome anxiety with five-finger hypnosis. The socialization method in the form of lectures and questions and answers is used in this activity with leaflets and flip charts. The results of the respondents' activities were very enthusiastic about the material presented and there were several respondents who asked questions. The conclusion of this educational activity was successful in increasing the knowledge and skills of adolescents in overcoming anxiety.

Siometry is a psychological measurement tool used to determine interpersonal relationships in small groups. In the digital era marked by rapid social and technological changes, the effectiveness of siometry needs to be re-examined. This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of using siometry in identifying group dynamics, especially in the context of modern education and organizations. The method used is a literature study with a qualitative descriptive approach. The results of the study indicate that siometry remains relevant and effective in revealing social structures and individual relational preferences, especially when combined with digital technology such as interactive applications. However, some limitations arise related to bias in perception and interpretation of the results. In conclusion, siometry is still an effective tool for social mapping, with greater potential if integrated with modern technology.

Improving the quality of education in higher education is highly dependent on the performance of lecturers, which includes teaching ability, contribution in research, community service, and other academic and non-academic activities. This study aims to design and implement a Decision Support System for measuring lecturer performance using the Analytic Network Process (ANP) method at Universitas Teknologi Akba Makassar (UNITAMA). The ANP method was chosen because of its ability to handle relationships between interdependent criteria. The study used a quantitative approach with descriptive and explanatory research types. Data were collected through document studies and interviews with related parties at UNITAMA. The results of system testing using the black box method showed that the system ran well as expected. This system is able to provide a comprehensive picture of lecturer performance and support more objective decision making. This study also opens up opportunities for further development, such as integration with other academic systems and feature enhancements based on institutional needs.

The development of financing practices with fiduciary guarantees in Indonesia often raises legal issues, especially regarding the unilateral withdrawal of credit objects by creditors against defaulting debtors. This action is often carried out without the consent of the debtor or a court decision, thus potentially violating the principles of justice and the principle of due process of law. This research aims to analyze the form of legal protection for debtors in a fiduciary financing agreement. The type of research used is normative juridical with an approach to legislation and court decisions. The results showed that the act of unilateral withdrawal can be categorized as a civil and criminal tort. Therefore, regulatory reform, increased legal literacy, and a fair and humanist dispute resolution mechanism are needed. It is recommended that fiduciary execution be carried out in accordance with legal procedures to protect the debtor's constitutional rights and ensure fairness in contractual relationships.

Emotional development is a crucial aspect in shaping children's personality and social abilities. Children with emotional and behavioral disorders, known as "tunalaras" children, often struggle to express their feelings appropriately and behave according to social norms, thus requiring support from the school environment, particularly through the role of Guidance and Counseling (BK) teachers. This study aims to explore in depth how BK teachers at SKH Bina Citra Anak support the emotional development of tunalaras children. The study uses a descriptive qualitative approach with in-depth interviews conducted with BK teachers as the primary informants. The findings reveal that BK teachers act as emotional companions who deal with various emotional characteristics of tunalaras children, such as impulsive, aggressive, and destructive behaviors. Teachers implement personal approaches to manage children's emotions, such as taking them to a quiet room, engaging in empathetic dialogue, and building safe relationships. Major challenges stem from the children’s social and environmental conditions, such as broken homes and external pressures. This research is expected to provide practical contributions to schools and related parties in creating a more empathetic and supportive educational environment for tunalaras children.

Aceh is known as a province with cultural diversity and customs that are the outlook on life of its people. Customs are highly preserved because they are ancestral heritage that must be passed on to the next generation. One important aspect of culture is the regional language, which is an inseparable part of people's lives. Language functions as a means of communication to interact and build social relationships. Language is a meaningful expression used to convey messages that can be understood by the listener (Rizky, 2012). The Acehnese people are known to have a strong culture, reflected in the expression "matee aneuk meupat jeurat, gadoh adat pat tamita" which contains deep philosophical values. This expression shows people's awareness of the importance of customs in everyday life. Acehnese customs are an integral part of the culture that continues to live and develop in society. This custom makes a major contribution to the continuity of socio-cultural life in Aceh

Psychodrama is one of the approaches in group counseling that combines dramatic techniques to explore individual psychological problems. This article aims to examine the role of psychodrama in developing empathy and communication between group members. The method used is a literature study by analyzing various scientific sources related to the practice and effectiveness of psychodrama in the context of group counseling. The results of the study indicate that psychodrama is able to increase empathy through role reversal and exploration of emotions in an interpersonal context. In addition, this technique also strengthens communication skills, such as active listening, expressing feelings assertively, and building healthy relationships between group members. These findings support the importance of integrating psychodrama in group counseling services as a means of developing social and emotional skills, especially among adolescents and young adults.  

This study aims to determine the role of psychology of religion in the development of prophetic character in students is to understand the psychology of religion influences or plays a role either in general or in the development of prophetic values that exist in students. This research uses a literature study method where researchers read theories related to the problems studied which are sourced from academic literature. The results of the study show that education is a means in shaping the religious spirit of students. Psychology of Religion has a role to develop the prophetic nature of learners by providing awareness of the meaning of life, the purpose of their actions by improving morals and ethics in everyday life, relationships with God in the form of strengthening beliefs and faith. A learner can face the challenges of faith with emotional control. The conclusion of this study shows that the psychology of religion has a very important role in the formation of the prophetic character of students with the help of the psychology of religion students can understand the meaning of religious prophetic values that will be the basis for the formation of character and personality behavior of each student to achieve the welfare of life.

Interest in sepak takraw sports in Kolok Nan Tuo Village, Sawahlunto, has decreased significantly, especially among the younger generation. One factor that influences this is the lack of adequate facilities. This article highlights the importance of reviving the sepak takraw field in the village as a step to increase community interest in sports. Sepak takraw, as a traditional sport, has the potential to strengthen social relationships, improve discipline, and have a positive impact on physical and mental health. This article also discusses several efforts that can be made to revive the sepak takraw field, including community mutual cooperation, holding tournaments, and involving youth and community leaders. It is hoped that through these efforts, Kolok Nan Tuo Village can create a more active community in takraw sports. Reviving the sepak takraw field is not only about improving facilities, but also rebuilding the spirit of sports as an integral part of everyday life.  

The tobacco processing industry plays a strategic role in the economy through its contribution to excise revenues, yet it also faces serious challenges such as the proliferation of illegal cigarettes and limited capacity among small-scale entrepreneurs. This study aims to analyze the implementation of tobacco industry empowerment policies in Sidoarjo Regency using Michael Hill’s implementation theory, which includes five variables: policy characteristics, policy transfer process, inter-organizational relationships, external environment, and target group response. This research uses a qualitative method with a case study approach. The findings show that policies such as SIINas, SIHT, and WASDAL have been implemented but remain suboptimal due to technical, coordinative, and social constraints. Business actors appreciate the empowerment programs but still face technical difficulties, market distortion due to illegal products, and a lack of continuous assistance. Therefore, increased institutional synergy, enhanced digital systems, and consistent law enforcement against illegal cigarettes are recommended to create a healthy and competitive industrial climate..

The phenomenon of buzzers in digital advertising has become a critical concern in contemporary communication dynamics, due to their role in spreading covert messages for commercial and political purposes. This study aims to analyze the persuasive strategies and communication tactics of buzzers, algorithmic amplification patterns, and audience perceptions toward the disseminated content. Using a qualitative method through a systematic literature review, the study identifies three dominant buzzer strategies: native advertising, pseudo-influencer testimonials, and clickbait-based disinformation. These are often amplified through algorithmic tactics such as bot networks, trending hashtags, and endorsements by constructed influencer personas. Findings show that buzzer content is effective when perceived as authentic and emotionally engaging, but tends to generate resistance once users detect manipulation. The study’s implications highlight the need for greater transparency in digital communication, regulation of sponsored content, and improved media literacy to mitigate disinformation and public distrust. The research also emphasizes the importance of ethical approaches in digital communication practices to safeguard democratic integrity and sustainable brand–public relationships.

To determine the effectiveness of using digital communication platforms on social relations among adolescents at SMK Negeri 2 Binjai is the aim of this study. Simple linear regression analysis is the method used. Simple linear regression analysis was conducted after the classical acceptance test. This is to first ensure that the model does not have problems with normality, multicollinearity, and heteroscedasticity. 30 young people from SMK Negeri 2 Binjai as the population in this study. Based on the results above, we can see that the coefficient of determination (R2) value is 0.60 or 60%. Therefore, this value means that the variables in the use of digital communication platforms have a 60% impact on social relationships, and the remaining 40% of other variables not discussed in this study are affected. To get meaning and satisfaction from digital communication, we can approach this means of interaction with intention and authenticity. Text messages are edited many times and sent to several friends to be edited before finally being sent to the recipient do not always fully represent our true feelings.