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This study aims to comprehensively describe the psychological dynamics of Natta's character in the novel Rumah Tanpa Cahaya through the framework of Sigmund Freud's psychoanalytic theory. The main focus of the study is to analyze the structural interactions of personality including the Id, Ego, and Superego, and to identify various self defense mechanisms activated by the character due to the internal conflict he experiences. The method used is descriptive qualitative with a literary psychology approach as the main analytical basis for dissecting the hidden inner character. The results of the study indicate that Natta's character's behavior is a form of integrative struggle that demands immediate gratification (Id), rational consideration of painful reality (Ego), and strong moral pressure from the internalization of social norms (Superego). Natta's Id demands the fulfillment of basic needs for security and affection. Meanwhile, the Superego provides moral pressure that triggers disproportionate anxiety. Natta's Ego operates as a mediator that works hard to balance the drives of the Id and the demands of the Superego, which forces the Ego to activate self-defense mechanisms such as repression, rationalization, and especially sublimation. This mechanism serves as a psychic barrier to maintain her mental stability and prevent her from experiencing total collapse due to the accumulation of past trauma. Overall, this novel depicts the complexity of the human psyche in the face of existential crises and unresolved past wounds.

This study aims to comprehensively describe the psychological dynamics of Natta's character in the novel Rumah Tanpa Cahaya through the framework of Sigmund Freud's psychoanalytic theory. The main focus of the study is to analyze the structural interactions of personality including the Id, Ego, and Superego, and to identify various self defense mechanisms activated by the character due to the internal conflict he experiences. The method used is descriptive qualitative with a literary psychology approach as the main analytical basis for dissecting the hidden inner character. The results of the study indicate that Natta's character's behavior is a form of integrative struggle that demands immediate gratification (Id), rational consideration of painful reality (Ego), and strong moral pressure from the internalization of social norms (Superego). Natta's Id demands the fulfillment of basic needs for security and affection. Meanwhile, the Superego provides moral pressure that triggers disproportionate anxiety. Natta's Ego operates as a mediator that works hard to balance the drives of the Id and the demands of the Superego, which forces the Ego to activate self-defense mechanisms such as repression, rationalization, and especially sublimation. This mechanism serves as a psychic barrier to maintain her mental stability and prevent her from experiencing total collapse due to the accumulation of past trauma. Overall, this novel depicts the complexity of the human psyche in the face of existential crises and unresolved past wounds.

Breastfeeding failures frequently result in issues. Lack of information about proper breastfeeding technique is one of the issues that frequently arises in nursing women, leading to uncomfortable nipples when the infant does not suck the nipple down to the areola. According to the 2022 Indonesian Demographic Health Survey, 79.3 individuals had painful nipples. The purpose of this study is to ascertain how well breastfeeding practices work in relation to the prevalence of painful nipples among nursing moms at the South Bulango Community Health Center in 2025. This kind of study employs a cross-sectional, quantitative research approach. 47 nursing women who were chosen by accidental sampling served as the study's population and sample. There is a correlation between breastfeeding practices and the incidence of sore nipples at the South Bulango Health Center in 2025, according to the results of statistical testing using the chi-square test. The p value (0.000) is not greater than α (0.05), so H0 is rejected and Ha is accepted. It is intended that the community, especially postpartum moms, would gain more understanding of the connection between breastfeeding methods and the prevalence of painful nipples in nursing moms.

This study aims to design and develop an electrical installation panel by applying engineering safety principles in the water spray booth of a vehicle body painting system. Field observations indicate that electrical panels in painting rooms often do not meet safety standards, which can lead to short circuits and potential fire hazards. The research employed a Research and Development (R&D) method using a simplified Borg and Gall model consisting of nine stages, starting from problem identification to effectiveness testing. Expert validation results obtained a score of 87.5% (highly valid), practicality testing yielded 90% (very practical), and effectiveness tests showed an average current of 4.1 A, with both the MCB and emergency stop functioning optimally. The developed panel product is declared feasible to be used as a practical learning media for automotive electrical systems. Based on the test results, the panel product was declared suitable for use and can be used as a learning medium in automotive electrical practice, helping to increase understanding of the application of safety in electrical installations in the automotive industry.  

Early mobilization is an important component of postpartum midwifery care to prevent complications, accelerate physical recovery, and improve maternal comfort after delivery. However, not all mothers are able to perform early mobilization optimally due to fatigue, pain, and decreased energy after delivery. Sukari date palm juice (Extractum Phoenix dactylifera) is known to contain simple carbohydrates, minerals, and bioactive compounds that have the potential to increase energy and accelerate maternal recovery. This study aims to analyze the effect of consuming Sukari date palm juice on accelerating early mobilization of postpartum mothers from day 1 to day 3 in the working area of ​​the Sikui Community Health Center (UPT). The study used a quasi-experimental design with a pretest–posttest control group approach. The study sample consisted of 30 postpartum mothers divided into an intervention group (n=15) and a control group (n=15). Early mobilization ability was assessed based on the time the mother was able to sit, stand, and walk. The results showed that postpartum mothers in the intervention group experienced a significant acceleration in early mobilization compared to the control group, particularly in walking ability, with a time difference of up to 8–12 hours faster. The results of the Mann–Whitney statistical test showed a significant effect of date palm juice consumption on the acceleration of early mobilization (p < 0.001). Thus, Sukari date palm juice has been proven to be effective in accelerating early mobilization and can be recommended as a supporting nutritional intervention in postpartum midwifery care.

This study aims to analyze the internal and external conditions of Karel Workshop in Wairhubing, Sikka Regency, using a SWOT approach (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats) as a basis for formulating business development strategies. The research employed a qualitative descriptive method with data collected through in-depth interviews with the owner, employees, and customers, as well as secondary data from documents and official statistics. The findings indicate that Karel Workshop possesses several strengths, including meticulous service quality, strong interpersonal relationships with customers, and mechanic skills acquired through self-learning. However, the workshop also faces weaknesses such as limited equipment, the absence of a structured management system, and a lack of digital promotion. Opportunities that can be utilized include high public interest in motorcycle modification, potential motorcycle painting services, a strategic location, and possible partnerships with spare-part suppliers. Meanwhile, the main threats include rising spare-part prices, competition among workshops, and occupational safety risks. Overall, the study recommends strengthening digital promotion, improving business management, enhancing workshop facilities, and implementing safety standards to support the sustainable development of Karel Workshop. 

This study aims to analyze the internal and external conditions of Karel Workshop in Wairhubing, Sikka Regency, using a SWOT approach (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats) as a basis for formulating business development strategies. The research employed a qualitative descriptive method with data collected through in-depth interviews with the owner, employees, and customers, as well as secondary data from documents and official statistics. The findings indicate that Karel Workshop possesses several strengths, including meticulous service quality, strong interpersonal relationships with customers, and mechanic skills acquired through self-learning. However, the workshop also faces weaknesses such as limited equipment, the absence of a structured management system, and a lack of digital promotion. Opportunities that can be utilized include high public interest in motorcycle modification, potential motorcycle painting services, a strategic location, and possible partnerships with spare-part suppliers. Meanwhile, the main threats include rising spare-part prices, competition among workshops, and occupational safety risks. Overall, the study recommends strengthening digital promotion, improving business management, enhancing workshop facilities, and implementing safety standards to support the sustainable development of Karel Workshop. 

Pain is a prevalent issue frequently seen by pregnant women in their third trimester, attributable to physiological, biomechanical, and psychological alterations during gestation. Non-pharmacological pain management is essential as a secure alternative to enhance the comfort of pregnant women. Perinatal Yoga and Relaxation Techniques are two commonly endorsed non-pharmacological therapies; yet, comparative analyses of their efficacy remain scarce, particularly within primary health care settings. This study is to evaluate the efficacy of Perinatal Yoga against Relaxation Techniques in alleviating pain among pregnant women in their third trimester at the Bongo II Community Health Centre. The research employed a quasi-experimental design with a two-group pretest-posttest methodology. The sample comprised 38 pregnant women in their third trimester, categorized into two groups: 19 participants in the Perinatal Yoga group and 19 participants in the Relaxation Techniques group. The Numeric Rating Scale (NRS) was utilized to assess pain severity prior to and following the intervention. A paired t-test was utilized for intra-group differences, whereas an independent t-test was employed to assess inter-group efficacy.The findings indicated that both Perinatal Yoga and Relaxation Techniques markedly diminished pain intensity in pregnant women throughout their third trimester (p<0.001). The decrease in pain in the Perinatal Yoga group was statistically significant compared to the Relaxation Technique group (p<0.05). This study concludes that Perinatal Yoga is superior than Relaxation Techniques in alleviating pain in pregnant women during their third trimester. Perinatal Yoga is indicated as an effective and practical non-pharmacological technique in antenatal treatment inside primary health facilities.

Labor pain is a significant challenge faced by in-partum mothers, with a prevalence of 70% in Indonesia, and 40% of women reporting severe pain (Central Statistics Agency, 2022). Conventional pharmacological methods often do not provide optimal results and can cause side effects. As a non-pharmacological alternative, oxytocin massage has shown promise in reducing labor pain intensity by stimulating the endogenous production of oxytocin, a natural analgesic hormone. This study aimed to assess the effect of oxytocin massage on labor pain intensity in in-partum mothers at Manado Medical Center Hospital. A pre-experimental design with a one-group pre-test post-test approach was used. The sample consisted of 30 in-partum mothers who met the inclusion criteria. Pain intensity was measured using the Numeric Rating Scale (NRS) before and after a 30-minute oxytocin massage administered by trained health workers. Data were analyzed using a paired t-test. The results showed a significant reduction in pain intensity from an average of 7.23 (SD=1.08) before the massage to 4.63 (SD=1.11) afterward, with a decrease of 2.6 points. The proportion of mothers experiencing severe pain decreased from 50% to 20%, while mild pain increased from 16.7% to 46.7%. The paired t-test revealed a highly significant difference with t=10.274 (df=29), p=0.000 (p<0.05). In conclusion, oxytocin massage is an effective non-pharmacological intervention that can significantly reduce labor pain and improve the birth experience. It can be incorporated into standard maternity nursing protocols to enhance maternal care.

Dysmenorrhea, which is common in adolescent girls, is a painful menstrual cycle that frequently interferes with daily activities, both in the classroom and in social situations. Dysmenorrhea is a common condition that needs particular care as a reproductive health concern, notably among young people. Both pharmacological and non-pharmacological approaches can be used to treat dysmenorrhea. The use of warm water compresses is a simple, inexpensive, and effective non-pharmacological approach. By increasing blood vessel dilatation, enhancing blood circulation, lowering muscular tension, and lowering pain perceptions, warm water compresses aid in alleviating dysmenorrhea symptoms. The objective of this study is to assess the impact of warm compresses on the severity of dysmenorrhea pain scales in teenage girls at the Buntalo Community Health Center. The design of this trial was pre-experimental, using a one-group pretest-posttest technique. Using a purposive sampling method, a sample of 20 respondents was chosen. The Wilcoxon test was used to conduct the data analysis. According to the data, there was a statistically significant reduction in pain intensity, with a Z value of -4.065 and a p-value of 0.000 (p < 0.05). The average pain scale decreased from 2.95 to 1.80. Based on these findings, it is reasonable to conclude that warm water compresses are helpful in alleviating dysmenorrhea pain in young women. One of the suggestions for non-pharmacological treatments to help alleviate dysmenorrhea symptoms in adolescents is anticipated to be the outcome of this research.

Adolescent girls often complain of dysmenorrhea, or discomfort during menstruation, which can range from mild to severe and interfere with daily activities, especially learning. To prevent this disease from lowering the quality of life of adolescents, it must be treated. Education about dysmenorrhea and its treatment is one of the actions that can be taken. The study used a pre-experimental design approach, a quantitative research design, and a single-group pre-test-post-test research plan without a control group design. Using a proportional stratified random sampling approach, 57 female students of class X formed a research sample. The use of films on dysmenorrhea for health education serves as an independent variable of the study. Adolescent girls' knowledge and attitudes about dysmenorrhea function as a study-dependent variable. The validity and reliability of these instruments are checked. Univariate and bivariate analysis were used as data analysis methods in this study. The Wilcoxon Signed Rank Test is used for hypothesis testing. It was determined that health education using dysmenorrhea film had an impact on the knowledge and attitudes of adolescent girls about the treatment of dysmenorrhea based on the findings of the Wilcoxon Signed Rank Test (Asymp.) with a value of 2-tailed 0.000 (p<0.05). The findings of the study showed that among grade 10 students at SMA Negeri 13 Selatan Halamahera, health education through dysmenorrhea films had an impact on the knowledge and attitudes of adolescent girls about the treatment of dysmenorrhea.

ABSTRACT Background: Traditional medicinal plants play a significant role in public health in Indonesia, particularly in Bali, where the local wisdom of Usada is upheld. One of the commonly used plants is sandalwood (Santalum album L.), which is empirically believed to treat skin issues and minor injuries. Purpose: This study aimed to examine the community's perceptions of sandalwood in Perean Tengah Village using the HBM approach. Method: A qualitative method with an ethnographic study design was employed, and five informants (four sandalwood users and one traditional healer) were purposively selected. Data were gathered through in-depth interviews, participant observation, and documentation, and they were analyzed thematically using NVIVO software. Results: The results indicated that the community recognizes their susceptibility to minor injuries resulting from daily physical activities and uses sandalwood as a form of first aid. Sandalwood is perceived as beneficial because it provides a cooling sensation, reduces pain and swelling, and is considered safe and practical for use. However, the main barriers to its use include the limited availability of sandalwood in the local area and reliance on supplies from other regions. Conclusion: The tradition of using sandalwood is preserved through intergenerational practices and positive personal experiences. This study emphasizes the significance of sandalwood for health applications, cultural identity, and the local wisdom of the Balinese community.

Digital transformation is an urgent need for MSMEs to maintain competitiveness, yet many businesses like Toko ANHA Kosmetik still rely on manual operational systems that pose a high risk of inefficiency and losses due to expired products. This study aims to design and develop a mobile-based cosmetic sales application capable of integrating inventory management with an early warning feature for product expiration. The methodology employed is Design Thinking, encompassing the stages of empathize, define, ideate, prototype, and test to ensure the solution is user-centered. The results indicate that this approach successfully identified the primary pain points of the store owner and translated them into functional features such as automatic T-30 expired date notifications and digital product catalogs. System testing was conducted using Black Box Testing, yielding 100% functional validity, and User Acceptance Testing (UAT), which resulted in an average score of 83.49%, categorized as "Excellent." This study concludes that the designed application is not only technically effective in preventing operational losses but also highly acceptable to MSME users due to its intuitive and functional interface.

ABSTRACT Background: Pain is the most common complaint and can interfere with patient comfort. Pain management can be done pharmacologically and non-pharmacologically. Acupressure that can reduce pain is Li 4 acupressure. Objective: The purpose of this study was to determine the difference in pain intensity of post-cesarean section wounds before and after acupressure point Li 4. Method: The research method used was Pre Experiment using the One Group Pretest Postest Design research design approach. The number of samples in this study was 50 people using purposive sampling techniques. The pain measurement instrument used a numeric scale and the statistical test used was the Wilcoxon test. Results: Based on the Wilcoxon test, the difference between the average value of pain intensity before and after therapy was 1.3 points, a p-value of 0.00 or <0.05. Conclusion: Li 4 acupressure therapy can reduce pain intensity.

Lower back pain is one of the most common discomforts experienced by third-trimester pregnant women due to increased uterine size, postural changes, and musculoskeletal strain. Complementary therapies such as effleurage massage offer a non-pharmacological, safe, and easily applicable technique to reduce pregnancy-related pain. This study aimed to examine the effect of effleurage massage on reducing lower back pain among third-trimester pregnant women at TPMB Lina Contesa. This research employed a quasi-experimental one-group pretest–posttest design. The study was conducted from October to November 2025 involving 32 third-trimester pregnant women selected through purposive sampling. Pain intensity was measured before and after the intervention using the Visual Analog Scale (VAS). Effleurage massage was administered for 15–20 minutes on the lower back region following standard midwifery procedures. Data were analyzed using the Wilcoxon test. The findings showed a significant reduction in lower back pain intensity after the intervention (p < 0.001). The proportion of respondents in the moderate-pain category decreased from 65.6% to 21.9%, while those in the mild-pain category increased from 34.4% to 78.1%. The mean VAS score dropped from 5.81 ± 1.12 before intervention to 2.47 ± 1.03 after effleurage massage. Effleurage massage is effective in reducing lower back pain among third-trimester pregnant women and can be recommended as a complementary therapy in midwifery care to improve maternal comfort.

Low back pain is a common complaint among pregnant women in the second and third trimesters due to biomechanical and hormonal changes. Non-pharmacological interventions like prenatal exercise are believed to be effective, though evidence from controlled trials is limited. This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of prenatal exercise in reducing low back pain intensity. A quasi-experimental pretest–posttest control group design was used with 30 pregnant women (15 in the intervention group, 15 in the control group), selected by purposive sampling. The inclusion criteria were gestational age of 20–36 weeks, no medical contraindications, and willingness to participate. The intervention group performed prenatal exercises twice a week for 8 weeks (45 minutes per session), while the control group received health education without physical exercise. Pain intensity was measured using the Visual Analogue Scale (VAS). Data analysis was conducted using paired t-test, independent t-test/Mann–Whitney, and ANCOVA to control for age, parity, and BMI. Both groups had homogeneous baseline characteristics (p > 0.05). The intervention group’s pain score decreased from 6.9 ± 1.1 to 3.6 ± 1.0 (Δ = -3.3; p < 0.001), while the control group’s pain score decreased from 6.8 ± 1.2 to 6.3 ± 1.1 (Δ = -0.5; p = 0.09). The difference in pain reduction between groups was significant (p < 0.001). ANCOVA confirmed that prenatal exercise was significantly effective after adjusting for confounders (β = -2.8; p < 0.001). Prenatal exercise is an effective, safe, and affordable intervention for reducing low back pain in pregnant women.

Background: Oral health is an important indicator of overall health, well-being, and quality of life. According to the WHO, oral health is a state of freedom from various diseases and conditions, including dental and oral diseases that limit an individual's ability to bite, chew, smile, speak, and psychosocial well-being. Therefore, it is necessary to maintain oral hygiene as an effort to improve oral health. Case report: A 45-year-old man came to Soelastri General Hospital complaining of a large cavity in his upper left tooth. The tooth had been painful for about a year and had not undergone any treatment.Extraoral examination revealed a symmetrical face. Clinical examination of the maxillary left first premolar revealed a large cavity on the distoocclusal surface with pulpal depth.  Discussion: Perforations can be treated through cavity access; the prognosis depends on the elimination and prevention of infection in the perforation area and the choice of material. The success of perforation closure management is influenced by several factors, including the timing of perforation closure, the choice of material used, the location of the perforation, and adequate perforation closure. Conclusion: Case of maxillary left premolar with diagnosis of pulp necrosis which experienced lateral perforation and the area was closed using MTA, then root canal treatment.  

Texture creation has been one of the important aspects in creating 3D environment. It could support an object that could be identified by the viewer. There has been software that providing the creation of a texture for a playable 3D game asset. The purpose of this research was to find the method of making a wall texture and to show the in-app parameters that could be applied. The objective of this research is to find any possible limitation toward using the software. As a step to make exploration thoroughly, a brick wall design has been made with initial modelling in ZBrush and Maya app. Followed by the usage of Substance 3D Painter as a variable to control the texture modification. There was more in-depth explanation in creating a defined surface texturing with in-app technical parameters.

The prevalence of cancer in West Sumatra Province is around 2.4 per 1000 population, higher than the national prevalence of around 1.7 per 1000 population and really requires the development of appropriate prevention and control programs for cancer, especially in West Sumatra. One of the solutions provided by the Cancer Foundation in Padang City to help overcome the pain of children suffering from cancer is the COMPACT (Communication on Palliative Care Treatment) application. This activity is carried out between June and June. September 2024 in around 20 children with cancer. The activity began with creating the COMPACT application, providing socialization on the application regarding self-management of cancer patients in the form of communication in the form of audio-visual hypnocommunication therapy, guided imagery and murrotal Al-Quran to evaluating the self-management of cancer patients. The evaluation results show that there is a decrease in pain intensity before and after being given pain management intervention through the COMPACT application, namely that there is a decrease in the average pain before and after with an average difference of 2.50-2.00 and there is an increase in self-management so it can be concluded that the use of the application COMPACT can be an option for self-management for cancer patients both at home and in hospitalization. It is hoped that this application will be useful for increasing public knowledge in self-management due to cancer at home.

Vairiious studiies iin the Humain Resources sector haive used quaintiitaitiive reseairch daitai wiith survey methods aind used reseairch iinstruments usiing questiionnaiiires thait aipply ai Liikert scaile ais ai tool to meaisure the opiiniions, aittiitudes, aind perceptiions of employees, both iindiiviiduails aind groups, regairdiing ongoiing sociiail phenomenai. Aiccordiing to previious reseairch (Ainaindai et ail., 2023), leaidershiip style aind work motiivaitiion haive ai siigniifiicaint iimpaict on employee performaince ait PT. Tiirtai Sukses Paindain. Where thiis staitement iis the saime ais the results of previious reseairch (Gemiinii, 2021) whiich showed thait leaidershiip style aind work motiivaitiion ailso haive ai siigniifiicaint iimpaict on employee performaince ait Baink Sulselbair Jeneponto Brainch. Thiis study iis ai development of reseairch (Ainaindai et ail., 2023) usiing quaintiitaitiive methods aind usiing ai Liikert scaile ais ai meaisuriing tool to how much iinfluence leaidershiip style aind work motiivaitiion haive on employee effectiiveness ait Plaismai PT. Graihai Iintii Jaiyai. Baised on taible 4.6, the results of the siimultaineous test (F test) show thait the cailculaited F vailue iis 426.340 aind iits siigniifiicaince reaiches 0.000. Meainwhiile, the F taible corresponds to the diistriibutiion taible ait ai 5% error raite of 2.72. Thiis iindiicaites thait the cailculaited F iis greaiter thain the F taible (426,340 > 2.72) aind iits siigniifiicaince iis 0.00, less thain 0.05.