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This  study investigates  the  influence  of  verbal  bullying  on  the  interpersonal  mental  condition  of  students  at  SDI  Harekakae.  Verbal  bullying  refers  to  aggressive  behavior  involving  harsh  words,  insults,  or  threats  that  may  negatively  affect  a  student’s  psychological  well-being.  A  quantitative  method  with  a  correlational  design  was  used.  The  research  involved  320  students  selected  through  proportional  random  sampling.  Instrument  validity  and  reliability  were  confirmed,  with  a  Cronbach’s  Alpha  value  of  0.821,  indicating  strong  consistency.  Normality  testing  using  the  Shapiro-Wilk  method  showed  that  the  data  were  normally  distributed.  Pearson  correlation  analysis  showed  a  weak  and  statistically  insignificant  relationship  (r  =  0.143;  p  =  0.452)  between  verbal  bullying  and  interpersonal  mental  condition.  Although  the  t-test  resulted  in  a  p-value  of  0.032,  further  interpretation  indicated  no  significant  effect  of  the  independent  variable  on  the  dependent  variable.  These  findings  suggest  that  verbal  bullying  does  not  significantly  affect  students'  interpersonal  mental  health  and  highlight  the  importance  of  further  research  to  explore  other  contributing  factors.

This study aims to analyze the influence of product differentiation, social media promotion, and service quality on consumer purchase intention at Tea Break Sambi Kediri. The research employed an associative quantitative approach using a survey method with questionnaires distributed to 88 respondents selected through an accidental sampling technique. Data were analyzed using validity and reliability tests, classical assumption tests, and multiple linear regression analysis with SPSS version 25. The results revealed that both partially and simultaneously, product differentiation, social media promotion, and service quality have a positive and significant effect on purchase intention. Social media promotion is the most dominant variable influencing consumer buying interest, followed by service quality and product differentiation. These findings highlight the importance of creative digital promotion strategies and high service quality in enhancing consumer attraction and loyalty. This research provides practical implications for business owners in designing digital-based marketing strategies and academic contributions to the development of consumer behavior and marketing strategy literature within modern beverage SMEs.

Social media has evolved into more than just a means of communication; It now plays an important role in shaping the image of the institution, providing recognition, and increasing employee motivation and involvement, especially in public service institutions. This study aims to determine the effect of the use of Instagram @dinkopukmperindagkotaserang accounts on employee self-actualization at UPT Pasar Kota Serang. The method used is a descriptive quantitative approach with survey techniques. The population and sample in this study amounted to 40 employees, which were taken using the total sampling technique. Data analysis was carried out with the help of SPSS software version 26, including validity tests, reliability tests, descriptive statistics, and simple linear regression. The results of the study show that the use of Instagram accounts has a significant influence on employee self-actualization. The determination coefficient value of 0.471 shows that 47.1% of the self-actualization variable is influenced by the use of Instagram accounts. These findings indicate that the better the content management and the higher the employee's involvement with the account, the higher the level of self-actualization achieved in carrying out their role as public servants. This study recommends optimizing institutional social media strategies as part of efforts to improve the quality of human resources and the effectiveness of public services.

Total cholesterol measurement is essential for assessing cardiovascular risk, but consistency between laboratory instruments must be validated for reliable results. Architect C4000 and Alinity C1000 operate on enzymatic principles but differ in system design, reagents, and supporting technology. This study aimed to compare total cholesterol measurements between the two instruments using a non-parametric statistical approach (Mann-Whitney test). A comparative analytical design was conducted with 100 serum samples obtained via purposive sampling and divided for measurement with each device. Statistical analysis evaluated differences, and mean differences were calculated using the Hodges-Lehman method. Results showed mean cholesterol values of 182.98 mg/dL for Architect and 182.37 mg/dL for Alinity, with no significant difference (p=0.9942) and a median difference of 0.0 (95% CI: -9.0 to 9.0). Data distribution was nearly identical for both instruments in terms of mean and spread. Therefore, both methods demonstrate comparable validity in total cholesterol measurement, as they rely on similar principles and technologies, with reagents calibrated to the same standards.

The State Civil Apparatus Information System (SIASN) is a digital platform developed by the State Civil Service Agency (BKD) to manage ASN personnel data and information in Indonesia. This study aims to evaluate the SIASN-based promotion service policy at the Sidoarjo Regency Regional Civil Service Agency based on State Civil Service Agency Regulation Number 7 of 2023. The research method used is qualitative research with data collection techniques through in-depth interviews, participatory observation, and documentation studies. Data analysis uses the Miles and Huberman interactive model, while the evaluation framework uses William Dunn's evaluation criteria which include effectiveness, efficiency, adequacy, responsiveness, and accuracy. The evaluation results show that the SIASN-based promotion service policy at the Sidoarjo Regency BKD has been quite effective in achieving the goal of improving service quality and has a good level of efficiency in reducing bureaucratic flows. However, in terms of adequacy, there are still gaps related to human resources and system integration. The policy's responsiveness to ASN needs is quite good although there is still room for improvement in aspects of communication and data updating. The main obstacles identified include weak validity of personnel data, the absence of a bridging system between SIPEKAT and SIASN, limited human resources, and minimal awareness of ASN in updating independent data.

This research examines how cost characteristics influence the relationship between target costing and time-driven activity-based costing (TDABC) approaches and their subsequent impact on corporate competitiveness. Using a descriptive analytical approach, the researcher collected data through a structured questionnaire, which was then processed and analyzed using SPSS software. The study aimed to test the validity of the proposed hypothesis, which suggested that a standalone approach—either target costing or TDABC—fails to sufficiently enhance competitiveness. However, the integration of both approaches proved to be beneficial, allowing companies to improve their competitive positioning by reducing overall costs. The research concludes that combining target costing and TDABC can create synergies that better align with the goal of cost reduction. As a recommendation, companies are encouraged to integrate these cost management approaches to maximize their competitive advantage in the market and optimize cost efficiency.

The Effect of Facilities on Customer Satisfaction at Pondok Parsotoan Sidojadi 2, Panyabungan, Mandailing Natal Regency.”This study examines the effect of facilities on customer satisfaction at Pondok Parsotoan Sidojadi 2, Panyabungan. Facilities include infrastructure, amenities, and conveniences that support business operations, while customer satisfaction refers to the feelings of pleasure or disappointment experienced by customers based on the comparison between their expectations and actual experiences with products or services. The research problems involve inadequate facilities, such as the absence of Wi-Fi and a children’s playground, a small prayer room, limited parking space, narrow stairs, and less aesthetic décor, which reduce customer satisfaction. This study uses a quantitative method with data collected through observation and questionnaires from 96 respondents. Data analysis was conducted using SPSS 25.0, including validity, reliability, normality, heteroscedasticity, simple linear regression, t-test, determination test, and correlation analysis. The t-test results show thitung = 28.981 > ttable = 1.661, indicating that facilities have a positive and significant effect on customer satisfaction. The R Square value of 0.899 (89.9%) and R of 0.948 demonstrate a very strong relationship.  

This study focuses on analyzing how financial literacy, risk perception, and income level influence investment decision-making among students. The background of this analysis arises from the low understanding of financial management and the importance of risk considerations in investment among students. A quantitative survey method was employed, involving 93 students selected through purposive sampling. Data were processed using multiple linear regression analysis along with validity, reliability, and classical assumption tests. The findings indicate that financial literacy and risk perception have a significant positive effect on investment decisions, while income does not have a partial effect. Simultaneously, all three variables positively influence investment decisions. These results emphasize the need for students to understand financial literacy and risk awareness to make informed investment decisions. The practical implications of this study support the development of effective financial education for students and serve as a reference for future research on investment behavior and personal financial management.

This study examines the impact of location, product quality, and price perception on decisions to buy at Warung Makan Gado-Gado Bu Jum in Malangsari. Determining the degree to which location, product quality, and price perception influence decisions to buy at Warung Makan Gado-Gado Bu Jum in Malangsari is the aim of this study. This study's data was gathered via a questionnaire that employed a Likert scale for measuring. Purposive sampling was used to choose 96 respondents who had made purchases from Warung Makan Gado-Gado Bu Jum in Malangsari while taking specific factors into account. Using SPSS version 25, the data analysis method employs multiple linear regression analysis, validity testing, trustworthiness testing, and traditional hypothesis testing. Price perception (X1), product quality (X2), and location (X3) all have a positive and significant impact on purchase decisions (Y), according to the research findings. This suggests that both price perception and location may improve the choices made when making purchases at Bu Jum's Gado-Gado restaurant in Malangsari. As indicated by the coefficient of determination (R2) of 0.736, location, product quality, and price perception account for 73.6% of the purchase decision variable, with other factors influencing the remaining 26.4%.

This study examines the causal relationship between online promotion strategies and the distribution of digital marketing materials with increased sales of MSMEs on Instagram. The background is changes in consumer behavior and developments in digital technology that have encouraged MSMEs to adapt to social media marketing. Using quantitative methods with an explanatory research design and purposive sampling techniques, 96 respondents who had purchased MSME products through Instagram were ob-tained. Data analysis included validity tests, reliability tests, classical assumptions, multiple linear regression, t-tests, F-tests, and determination coefficients. The results indicate that digital ads and marketing content have a positive and significant impact, both partially and simultaneously, on sales growth. Based on the test results, the digital advertising variable was proven to have a positive and significant influence on sales growth, as indicated by a t-value of 3.843, which exceeded the critical value of 1.661 with a significance level of 0.000 < 0.05. The marketing content variable also has a positive and significant impact, reflected in the t-value of 7.559 > 1.661 and Sig. 0.000 < 0.05. Simultaneously, both variables positively and significantly influence sales growth, as evidenced by the calculated F value of 249.092 with a significance level of 0.000 < 0.05. Simultaneously, both variables positively and significantly influence sales growth, as evidenced by the calculated F value of 249.092 with a significance level of 0.000 < 0.05. In conclusion, the integration and consistent use of these two strategies can improve the sales performance of MSMEs and their competi-tiveness in the digital market.

Student mental health is an important issue in higher education, yet many students remain reluctant to utilize counseling services. Several factors are suspected to influence students’ willingness to participate in counseling, including stress levels, social support, public stigma, and self-stigma. This study aimed to determine the relationship between stress level, social support, public stigma, and self-stigma with students’ intention to engage in mental health counseling. The research used a quantitative design with a cross-sectional approach. A total of 202 first-year nursing students from Campus I of Poltekkes Kemenkes Semarang were selected using a total sampling technique. The research instrument was a questionnaire that had been tested for validity and reliability, and data were analyzed using Spearman’s rho correlation test. The results showed that most students had a moderate level of stress (52.8%), adequate social support (58.1%), moderate public stigma (53.7%), and moderate self-stigma (55.3%). Students’ willingness to seek counseling was also in the moderate category (63.4%). Statistical analysis indicated a significant relationship between stress level (p=0.000), social support (p=0.002), public stigma (p=0.000), and self-stigma (p=0.000) with the intention to engage in mental health counseling. These findings highlight the importance of promotive and preventive approaches from educational institutions to enhance students’ awareness and access to mental health counseling services.

This research aims to: (1) differentiated biology learning tools with ethnoscience content, (2) determine the practicality of differentiated biology learning tools with ethnoscience content and (3) determine the effectiveness of differentiated biology learning tools with etnoscience content in improving critical thinking skills and environemantal literacy of phase E student. This study is a development research using the Design and Development Research model, which adopts the ADDIE development model comprising five stages: (1) analysis, (2) design, (3) development, (4) implementation, and (5) evaluation. The research method used is the Quasi-Experimental Design with a Nonequivalent Control Group Design approach. Data analysis includes normality tests, Levene's homogeneity test, and the Normalized Gain Score (N-Gain Score) test. The limited trial involved 30 eleventh-grade students from SMA Negeri 1 Simpangkatis. The field trial involved tenth-grade students from the same school, consisting of 31 students in the experimental class and 30 students in the control class. The data collection instruments consisted of questionnaires to gather responses from experts, teachers, and students regarding the biology learning tools, as well as tests to measure students' critical thinking skills and environmental literacy. Instrument validity was ensured through content validation by subject matter experts and media experts. The practicality of the learning tools was evaluated based on feedback from teachers and students. The results of the study showed that: (1) the developed biology learning tools were rated as highly feasible by experts; (2) the tools were considered highly practical by both teachers and students; and (3) the tools were effective in improving students' critical thinking skills and environmental literacy. This effectiveness was supported by the average gain score analysis in the experimental class, which was 0.71 for critical thinking skills (high category) and 0.57 for environmental literacy (moderate category).

This research seeks to evaluate how asset and logistics management innovation enhances operational efficiency in the Household Division of the East Java Provincial Secretariat. The study focuses on the bureaucratic reform initiative aimed at attaining transparent, accountable, and effective asset management via digital transformation. The emphasis lies on how digital inventory systems, purchasing methods, and asset allocation aid in minimizing budget waste and improving efficiency. This research utilized a qualitative descriptive strategy through a case study technique. Data were gathered via extensive interviews, direct observation, and analysis of internal documents, subsequently undergoing data reduction and triangulation to confirm validity. The results indicate that the adoption of the e-inventory system has enhanced administrative efficiency by as much as 30%, but issues persist with data integration and employee digital skills. Additionally, the lack of a real-time public monitoring system restricts transparency in logistics management. The research advises enhancing employee training, creating cohesive SOPs, and adopting technology-driven assessment systems. These actions are anticipated to promote effective, efficient, and sustainable asset management in the East Java Provincial Secretariat.

The formation of regional regulations (Perda) is a constitutional derivative of the implementation of regional autonomy within the framework of the Indonesian legal system. Substantively, Perda function as regulatory instruments aimed at accommodating the specific interests of local communities, in line with fundamental values, contextual needs, and the hierarchy of applicable laws and regulations. However, the high frequency of annulment or cancellation of Perda indicates dissonance or non-compliance with the principles of sound legislative formation. This phenomenon raises the urgency to review the extent to which philosophical, sociological, and legal foundations have been internalized and comprehensively implemented in the regional legislative process. Therefore, this study focuses on analyzing the relevance of these three fundamental foundations to the quality and legitimacy of regional legal products. This study adopts a normative-juridical legal research method, involving descriptive analysis of the corpus of laws and regulations, legal doctrine, and the empirical practice of Perda formation. The results highlight that: the philosophical foundation provides a normative orientation in the form of ethical-teleological values ​​and goals; the sociological foundation reflects the actual needs and social realities of the communities subject to regulation; Meanwhile, the legal basis guarantees formal legality and vertical and horizontal consistency with the national legal system. Key findings indicate that these three foundations are inherently relevant and complementary in determining the quality of regional regulations. Synergy and harmonious integration between them are essential prerequisites for producing regional legal products that have legal validity, are capable of upholding substantive justice, and are responsive to the dynamics of public needs.  

This study aims to explore the impact of Village-Owned Enterprise (BUMDes) governance on village economic independence, with a case study in BUMDes Dadirejo, Bandungrejo Village, Bayan District, Purworejo Regency. The focus of this study is to determine the extent to which good governance principles can encourage increased village economic independence, particularly in terms of increasing Locally-Owned Income (PADes) and empowering village communities. This study uses a quantitative descriptive-verification approach, involving 60 respondents consisting of village officials, BUMDes managers, and community representatives. Data collected through questionnaires, interviews, and documentation were analyzed using validity, reliability, correlation, and regression tests using SPSS. The results show that good BUMDes governance has a positive and significant influence on village economic independence. The application of the principles of transparency, accountability, participation, responsibility, and institutional independence in BUMDes contributes to increasing local economic capacity and community participation in village development. These findings confirm that BUMDes management based on the principles of good governance can be a major catalyst in achieving sustainable rural development and improving the welfare of village communities.

This study aims to analyze the influence of the implementation of an integrated digital accounting system on the performance of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in Bayan District. Design/Methodology/Approach: This study uses a quantitative approach, data is collected through a structured questionnaire distributed to 75 MSME actors. The data analysis techniques used include validity and reliability tests, simple correlation tests, simple linear regression, determination tests and t. The results of the study show that the application of digital accounting systems has a positive and significant effect on business performance Information quality is not able to mediate the relationship between the influence of digital accounting use on business performance in MSME actors. The results of this study empirically conclude that the use of digital accounting has a positive and significant effect on business performance in MSME actors, which means that the better the use of digital accounting carried out by MSME actors, the more likely it is to improve business performance in MSMEs.

The contemporary digital era has triggered the normalization of pornography and promiscuous sexual behavior, which significantly threatens the theological understanding and sacramental practice of Catholic marriage among young adults. This article aims to examine, from a theological-juridical perspective, how canons 1055–1101 of the Code of Canon Law (CIC) serve as the authoritative foundation for the Church in safeguarding the dignity and validity of the sacrament of marriage. The method employed is a comprehensive literature study of the CIC, relevant magisterial documents of the Church, and contemporary scholarly works on the dynamics of young adult relationships. The concise findings indicate that exposure to and normalization of pornography directly weaken three fundamental aspects of Catholic marriage, namely the capacity to give free consent, the intention to practice permanent fidelity, and the correct understanding of the body’s meaning as a total self-gift. Nevertheless, the Church possesses solid canonical and pastoral instruments to address these challenges and facilitate restoration. In conclusion, a synergistic integration of canonical approaches, moral teachings, and pastoral guidance is required to assist young adult couples so that they may realize marriages that are not only canonically valid but also psychologically mature and sacramentally holy.

The development of digital technology has changed consumer interaction and behavior patterns, including in purchasing decisions. Social media, especially TikTok, has become a strategic platform in marketing due to its interactive and visual content-based nature. Wardah, as a local cosmetics brand, utilizes TikTok through content marketing and Electronic Word of Mouth (E-WOM) strategies to strengthen brand awareness and encourage purchasing interest. This study aims to analyze the influence of content marketing and E-WOM on TikTok social media on the decision to purchase Wardah products. The research method used is quantitative with an associative approach. The research sample consisted of 97 respondents determined through purposive sampling. Data analysis was conducted using validity and reliability tests, descriptive analysis, classical assumption tests, hypothesis testing, multiple linear regression analysis, and the coefficient of determination R2. The results showed that content marketing had a positive and significant effect on purchasing decisions (t-count = 2.188; sig. 0.031). E-WOM also has a positive and significant effect (t-count = 15.020; sig. 0.001), with a more dominant effect than content marketing. Simultaneously, both social media have a significant effect on purchasing decisions (F-count = 119.690; sig. 0.001). The coefficient of determination (R²) of 0.718 indicates that 71.8% of the variation in purchasing decisions can be explained by both social factors, while 28.2% is influenced by other social factors outside the scope of this study. These findings confirm the importance of digital marketing strategies based on creative content and consumer reviews in increasing purchasing decisions for Wardah products on TikTok.

The phenomenon of introduction through social media has become very common in this digital era. Social media offers ease and efficiency in introducing individuals to others, allowing them to meet, interact, and build relationships in a different way than traditional methods. However, the introduction of a partner through social media also brings its own challenges, emotional manipulation, and limitations in understanding the partner in depth. In the context of Catholic marriage, this phenomenon poses a serious challenge to canonical law. Canon law strictly regulates marriage in order to remain faithful to the Church's teaching of lifelong union and openness to procreation. However, the introduction of a couple through social media can affect the validity of the agreement, psychological readiness, and understanding of the nature of marriage. The Church needs to meet these challenges with a new pastoral approach, including the development of specific guidelines for the companionship of couples who start relationships through social media. This approach includes strengthening more intensive and comprehensive pastoral mentoring, utilizing social media as a tool for education and counseling and reminding couples of the importance of transparency and honesty in relationships. Thus, the Church faces the challenge of ensuring the psychological readiness of both parties and helping couples to understand more deeply about the marital commitments they make and to maintain the values of the sacrament of marriage in an ever-evolving digital world.

The development of information technology has driven significant changes in contracting practices, including the emergence of electronic contracts as a form of agreement in digital transactions. This study aims to analyze the legal basis, validity requirements, constituent elements, and legal status of electronic contracts under the Law of ITE, Government Regulation No. 71 of 2019, Government Regulation No. 80 of 2019, and the general principles of agreement in the Civil Code. The research employs a normative juridical method with a qualitative analytical approach through a literature review of legislation and relevant legal doctrine. The study’s findings indicate that electronic contracts fundamentally possess the same validity as conventional written contracts, provided they satisfy the validity requirements of Article 1320 of the Civil Code and the technical provisions set forth in the implementing regulations of the UU ITE. These provisions include the use of reliable electronic systems, adherence to the principles of prudence and good faith, and the provision of clear electronic information. Electronic contracts must also contain the essentialia, naturalia, and accidentalia elements as regulated in Government Regulation No. 71 of 2019, and they are subject to additional rules applicable to electronic transactions under Government Regulation No. 80 of 2019. The implications of this study underscore the importance of raising electronic system security standards, providing legal education for participants in digital transactions, and strengthening regulations on digital proof and evidentiary rules so that electronic contracts can deliver optimal legal certainty.