Communication Research Articles

Stigma towards functional disability and anxiety among patients with cancer: The moderating role of physicians' behaviors.

Stigma towards functional disability and anxiety among patients with cancer: The moderating role of physicians' behaviors.

Email and Letter Writing: Practical and Functional Skills for Real-Life Communication in The EFL Classroom

In today’s interconnected world, the ability to write effective emails and letters is a vital skill for English as a Foreign Language (EFL) learners. While many traditional EFL writing lessons focus mainly on academic essays and grammar, students also need to develop the ability to communicate in real-life situations—such as writing to friends, teachers, employers, or organizations. Functional writing, including both emails and letters, plays a key role in helping learners build practical language skills they can use in everyday life. This article discusses the importance of teaching these types of writing in the EFL classroom, explaining how they help students improve their fluency, confidence, and understanding of context and audience. The article also outlines the main differences between formal and informal communication, and offers practical teaching strategies like simulations, peer letter exchanges, and template-based writing. These classroom activities aim to make learning more meaningful by encouraging real communication. Furthermore, the article highlights the role of digital literacy and intercultural understanding in modern communication, helping students become more aware of online etiquette and global communication styles. Overall, the article supports teachers in making writing instruction more useful, engaging, and relevant to students’ real-world needs.

Exploring ChatGPT's communication behaviour in healthcare interactions: A psycholinguistic perspective.

Exploring ChatGPT's communication behaviour in healthcare interactions: A psycholinguistic perspective.

Development of Professional and Graphic Competence of Future Teachers of Technological Education Based on An Integration Approach Using Personality-Oriented Educational Technologies and Methods

The article discusses the issues of developing the professional graphic competence of future teachers of technological education based on an integration approach. The study analyzes the effectiveness of personality-oriented educational technologies and methods and substantiates their importance in improving the professional and graphic training of teachers. The ways of improving the quality of the educational process through the use of modern information and communication technologies, innovative teaching methods and interdisciplinary integration are indicated. The results of the study will serve to improve the system of personnel training in the field of technological education.

Efektivitas E-mail Mobile dalam Kegiatan Administrasi dan Pengarsipan pada Dinas Pendidikan Kota Surabaya

In the modern era, information and communication technology is very important for society. In the modern era, information technology plays a very important role, especially in terms of public services, with the development of communication and information tools, there will be many electronic systems that can make it easier for public servants to carry out services to the community. In addition to the administrative interests of government or offices, the development of technology and information functions in terms of archiving, documentation, and correspondence in a government or office environment will become more effective. Therefore, the use of E-mail Mobile plays a very important role in carrying out administrative activities, archiving, documentation, and correspondence within the scope of government agencies and offices. The Surabaya City Education Office has used the mobile e-mail system to carry out administrative and archiving activities, so that it will be effective in providing services and storing archives.

A Compact High-Gain Dual-Band Antenna for Ultrawideband Applications

This study deals with the extensive development of multiband antennas, compact in size and high in performance, to meet the requirements of modern wireless communication systems, namely the Ultrawideband (UWB) applications. This research presents the design of a Dual-Band Patch Antenna (DBPA) that works at 4.1 GHz and 6.7 GHz frequency ranges. This design offers a proposed solution to efficiently overcome the challenges of designing single-band microstrip patch antennas and the obstacles associated with the operation of conventional ones by achieving a noticeable increase in gain. The proposed antenna achieves a noticeable gain of approximately 10.227 dB at the frequency of 4.1 GHz and 4.982 dB at 6.7 GHz while achieving compact dimensions (65.2 mm 7 76.6 mm 1 1.6 mm) using an FR-4 substrate. In addition, the simulations show a fairly well-matched input impedance, a reflection coefficient of less than -10 dB, and a Voltage Standing Wave Ratio (VSWR) of less than 2 in both operating frequency ranges. The antenna also develops a uniform radiation pattern that suits various UWB communication applications. This performance is attributed to the good positioning and the appropriate dimensions of the rectangular slots, which leads to modifying the current path and focusing the surface wave, which enhances the gain and radiation efficiency.

ДОСЛІДЖЕННЯ МЕТОДІВ СПЕКТРАЛЬНОГО АНАЛІЗУ СИГНАЛІВ ІЗ РОЗШИРЕНИМ СПЕКТРОМ У СУЧАСНИХ КОМУНІКАЦІЙНИХ СИСТЕМАХ

The article examines modern approaches to the analysis of spread spectrum signals, particularly those based on pseudorandom frequency hopping and chirp spectrum expansion. The main focus is on the development and optimization of efficient time-frequency analysis methods for the identification and monitoring of such signals under real-world conditions, considering their complexity and dynamic nature. Special attention is given to the application of methods that ensure high accuracy, efficiency, and resistance to interference, which is extremely important in environments with high radio frequency activity. A combined approach is proposed, incorporating the Fast Fourier Transform, spectrograms, and continuous wavelet transform using Morlet wavelets, the "Mexican hat" wavelet, and a specially adapted chirp wavelet. This approach allows for obtaining detailed information about the frequency and time characteristics of signals and ensures accuracy in detecting non-stationary components. The article presents the results of studies on signals with pseudorandom frequency hopping and chirp spectrum expansion. Particular attention is paid to the impact of frequency dynamics and noise conditions on the effectiveness of signal identification. A comparison of different analysis methods demonstrates the high efficiency of continuous wavelet transform combined with traditional spectral methods for recognizing non-stationary signals and determining their key frequency components. The obtained results can be useful for the development of radio monitoring systems, the analysis, and classification of complex signals in various fields, such as telecommunications, radar, and radio monitoring. The research has practical significance for the creation of algorithms for signal detection and analysis in modern wireless communications and specialized communication systems. The developed approaches can be applied in a wide range of applications, including civilian and military systems that require high analysis accuracy and resistance to interference, as well as in automated monitoring and recognition of complex signals.

Interleukin-6 produces behavioral deficits in pre-pubescent mice independent of neuroinflammation.

Maternal inflammation during pregnancy increases the offspring's risk of developing autism, ADHD, schizophrenia, and depression. Epidemiologic studies have demonstrated that maternal infections stimulate the production of interleukin-6 (IL-6), which can cross the placenta and fetal blood-brain barrier to alter brain development with functional and behavioral consequences. To model the effects of increased IL-6 between weeks 24-30 of human gestation, we injected male and female mice with 75ng IL-6 twice daily, from P3 to P6. Our published studies have shown that this increases circulating IL-6 two-fold, alters post-pubescent ultrasonic vocalization patterns, reduces sociability, and increases self-grooming. However, most neurodevelopmental disorders in humans manifest in children as young as 2years of age. Hence, a critical unexplored question is whether behavioral changes in immune activation models can be detected in pre-pubescent mice. Therefore, we evaluated early communication, sociability, and repetitive behaviors in pre-pubescent mice following the IL-6 treatment. A second open question is whether the cellular and behavioral changes are secondary to systemic or neuroinflammation. To address this question, we profiled 18 cytokines and chemokines in the circulation and CNS and evaluated eight immune cell types in P7 male and female brains following systemic IL-6 administration. We found an increase in ultrasonic vocalizations with simpler morphologies produced by the IL-6-injected male pups and a decrease in frequency in the female vocalizations upon removal from the nest at P7. The IL-6-treated male pups also socially interacted less when introduced to a novel mouse vs. controls as juveniles and spent almost twice as much time grooming themselves, a phenotype not present in the females. Tactile sensitivity was also increased, but only in the IL-6-treated female mice. The IL-6-treated mice had increased circulating IL-6 and IL-7 and reduced IL-13 at P7 that were no longer elevated at P14. There were no changes in brain levels of IL-6, IL-10, IL-13 or IL-17A mRNAs at P7. Altogether, these studies show that changes in the three core behavioral domains associated with several psychiatric disorders can be detected early in pre-pubescent mice following a transient developmental increase in IL-6. Yet, these behavioral alterations do not require neuroinflammation.

A study on association of effectiveness of extension service delivered by government and non-government organisations with socio-economic, communication and psychological behaviour of beneficiaries

A study on association of effectiveness of extension service delivered by government and non-government organisations with socio-economic, communication and psychological behaviour of beneficiaries

Correlation Between Sleep Disturbance and Agression on Childern With Autism Spectrum Disorder

Introductions: Children with autism are a group of people with a pervasive developmental disorder characterized by abnormalities and/or developmental disabilities, marked by the presence of abnormalities in social interaction, communication, and limited and repetitive behavior. Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder have more sleep disturbances that correlate with the severity of autism symptoms, such as aggression. The aim of this study is to determine the relationship between sleep disturbances and aggression in children with autism at the Child Psychiatry Daycare Unit of Dr. Soetomo Regional General Hospital Surabaya. Methods: The research design used in this study is cross-sectional with a quantitative approach. Sampling was done using the total sampling method, resulting in 40 respondents. Sleep disturbance variables were measured using the Children’s Sleep Habit Questionnaire Abbreviated (CSHQ-A), and aggression variables were measured using the Modified Overt Aggression Scale (MOAS). Data were analyzed using Spearman’s correlation test. Results: The results showed a correlation coefficient of 0.841 with a significant p-value of < α 5% (0.05). Data analysis indicates that sleep disturbances in children with Autism Spectrum Disorder are strongly and linearly related to the level of aggression displayed. Conclusion: In conclusion, the more severe the sleep disturbances experienced by autistic children, the more severe the aggression displayed by children with Autism Spectrum Disorder.

Altered monocyte subpopulations and their association with autism spectrum disorder risk in children.

Altered monocyte subpopulations and their association with autism spectrum disorder risk in children.

Clinical Insights Concerning Rickets in Association With Neurodevelopmental Disorders: A Systematic Review Focused on Autism

This systematic review examines the intersection of rickets and autism spectrum disorder (ASD), highlighting clinical insights from 10 studies involving 13 patients. Rickets, a pediatric bone disorder resulting from vitamin D, calcium, and/or phosphate deficiencies, often manifests through skeletal deformities, muscle weakness, and bone pain. ASD is a neurodevelopmental condition characterized by deficits in social communication and repetitive behaviors. The coexistence of these conditions, although uncommon, is notable due to overlapping factors such as selective eating habits and sensory sensitivities in children with ASD, which may exacerbate nutritional deficiencies. A comprehensive search across PubMed, Google Scholar, and Web of Science identified 65 relevant articles meeting the initial inclusion criteria, 10 of which (reporting on 13 patients) met the final review criteria for inclusion. All patients exhibited food selectivity, with most excluding dairy products and favoring potato-based foods. Musculoskeletal symptoms were predominant, with genu valgum, wrist widening, and metaphysis fraying being common findings. Seizures were the second most frequent reason for hospital admission, emphasizing the importance of monitoring neurological health in these patients. Calcium supplementation, primarily with calcium carbonate or calcium gluconate, was used in all cases, and the majority of patients experienced normalization of biochemical markers, including serum calcium levels. This review underscores the need for interdisciplinary care, focusing on nutritional and behavioral interventions to manage both rickets and ASD effectively. Future research should aim to explore larger and more diverse populations to better understand the clinical interplay between these conditions and inform more comprehensive treatment strategies.

Optimization of Student Competency Application Architecture Using Service Oriented Architecture (SOA)

Digital transformation in the Industry 4.0 era requires higher education institutions to be able to integrate various information systems adaptively to support the achievement of student competencies in real time. The main problems faced are fragmented assessment systems, skill tracking, and career development services that hinder comprehensive evaluation and personalization of learning. This study aims to design an application architecture based on Service Oriented Architecture (SOA) that can improve interoperability between systems in the higher education environment. The research method used is Design Research Methodology (DRM), which includes the stages of problem clarification, descriptive studies, and prescriptive testing of the architectural design. The results of the study show that the SOA architecture built is able to integrate competency assessment services, career information, and reporting that are directly connected to the needs of the industrial world. This system supports the use of APIs, microservices, and modern communication protocols such as JSON/XML to ensure flexibility and scalability. In conclusion, the application of SOA in the student competency information system not only improves the efficiency and reliability of data management but also supports data-based decision making and strengthens the link and match between higher education and the world of work.

From community to scale: Using community engagement to develop and validate a patient-informed cancer communication scale.

From community to scale: Using community engagement to develop and validate a patient-informed cancer communication scale.

Lung cancer screening: What do physicians say to reluctant patients and what do patients want them to say?

Lung cancer screening: What do physicians say to reluctant patients and what do patients want them to say?

Online coding of the Brief Observation of Social Communication Change (BOSCC) to capture treatment response in minimally verbal children with autism spectrum disorder.

The Brief Observation of Social Communication Change (BOSCC) measures subtle changes in social communication behaviors in children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). In this brief communication, we examine an online platform that was developed to streamline BOSCC coding and support the development of machine learning-based automatic coding. This study found online coding was comparable to manual coding, capturing social communication changes among children receiving ASD intervention. This advancement offers an efficient alternative to paper-and-pencil coding methods, increasing access and usability of this innovative measure.

Neonatal vocalization rate predicts future prosocial behavior in C57 BL/6J mice.

Neonatal vocalization rate predicts future prosocial behavior in C57 BL/6J mice.

Needs expressed by people with subjective cognitive decline during amyloid PET disclosure consultations: An observational study.

We disclosed amyloid PET results to people with subjective cognitive decline (SCD) and analysed audiotaped consultations. The aim was to examine the needs expressed by people with SCD and their care partners during amyloid PET disclosure consultations, and to explore neurologists' communication behaviours surrounding these expressions of need. 53 persons with SCD (65 ± 7.6 yrs, 18(34 %) female, MMSE 29 ± 1.4, 14(26 %) amyloid-positive, 10(18.9 %) attended with care partner) who wished to learn their amyloid PET results were included. We audiotaped disclosure consultations (54.7 % face-to-face, 45.3 % telephone). Systematic coding using inductive and deductive elements was performed and followed by thematic analysis by two independent researchers. We observed 1434 needs expressions, on average 27(±23) per consultation. The needs expressed could be categorized into two main overarching themes: the need to feel known and understood (44 %) and the need to know and understand (56 %). Amyloid-positive persons expressed significantly more needs (t (14.3)= -2.249, p = 0.041), especially regarding the need to know and understand. Neurologists frequently responded with 'providing space' reactions (68.6 %), which often led to continued discussions about people's needs. This study shows that people with SCD receiving their amyloid PET-scan results have a considerable number and variety of needs. Despite of the large variation in the content of these needs, we identified two main themes implying that people with SCD do not only want information, but also want to feel known and understood. Although the average number of expressed needs was higher among people with an amyloid positive scan, people with a negative scan also expressed a variety of needs. Further research is needed to inform guidelines for tailoring amyloid PET disclosure consultations to individual needs, thereby enhancing person-centred care in memory clinic settings. People with SCD, care partners, and neurologists can use these results to prepare for amyloid PET disclosure consultations.

STRATEGI KOMUNIKASI INTERKULTURAL MAHASISWA ASING DAN LOKAL DI UIN K.H. ABDURRAHMAN WAHID PEKALONGAN

Communication strategy combines communication planning and management to achieve communication goals. This study focuses on the barriers and intercultural communication strategies between international and local students at UIN K.H. Abdurrahman Wahid Pekalongan, providing insight into interaction dynamics within an Islamic educational environment in Indonesia, which remains underexplored. This research is qualitative with a phenomenological approach. The subjects include nine international students from Thailand, the Philippines, and Malaysia, along with local students who actively interact with them. Primary data were obtained through interviews, observation, and documentation, while secondary data came from official documents and personal archives. Data collection involved observing interactions, interviewing subjects regarding communication barriers and strategies, and supporting documentation. Data analysis utilized an interactive method, including data reduction, presentation, and continuous conclusion-drawing. Findings indicate that international students face communication barriers in Indonesia but adapt to the campus environment by engaging in both passive and active accommodations with local students. There is convergence accommodation as a strategy in which individuals adapt to each other's communicative behavior, emphasizing language integration, active participation, and respect for social norms. Additionally, divergence accommodation is used to highlight individual differences, both verbally and nonverbally. Here, international students consistently value differences, exhibit flexibility, and learn from experience.

Statistical Analysis of the Dissemination of Cultural Heritage in Traditional and Social Media in Burundi

The objective of this paper is to determine the place of cultural heritage in newspapers, radio, television broadcasts and online media. Metadata from the Conseil National de la Communication (CNC) and Annuaire du Secteur de la Communication et des Médias (ASCM 2019) were analyzed. These traditional and online radio, as well as television stations, were selected based on their responsibility as state institutions. Thus, 13 radio stations, including 2 public and 11 private dealing with 11,397 subjects in the spoken news, are the subject of the research. A total of 354 radio programs were analyzed. In the online media, 765 articles were posted. The findings show that cultural information is relegated to second place in radio and television news and online media. Only 53 cultural items out of 765, i.e., a rate of 0.6%, are relayed online. Jimbere Magazine took the lead with 39 cultural items out of the 53 broadcasts on the 13 radio stations, at a rate of 73.5%. The political and educational sectors attracted more attention to the public and private media, respectively with 160 and 116 items, a rate of 20% and 15%. Overall, out of 11,397 subjects covered in the news on 13 radio stations broadcasting in Burundi, 11 items related to cultural heritage were broadcast, accounting for 0.43%. This has also been observed with television news at 0.5%, while no television programs related to culture were broadcast on three TV channels, namely RTNB, REMA, and MASHARIKI.