Activity Counseling Research Articles

Implementation of REBT Group Counseling to Overcome the Confidence Crisis

The latest fashion trends are a complement for students, where students are known to be surrounded by people who really pay attention to appearance or fashion, sometimes this appearance also causes pressure on themselves due to the outfits they wear every day. The purpose of this counseling activity is to find out how much influence outfits have on the self-confidence of each education student who has his own rules for dressing. This counseling focuses on implementing group counseling services to overcome self-confidence problems in students using REBT group counseling techniques. In implementing activities, this service focuses on the effectiveness of REBT group counseling in increasing students' self-confidence by collecting data using questionnaires. This method is very effective in increasing students' low self-confidence. Barriers to implementing group counseling are various student perceptions of group counseling.

SOCIALIZATION OF COUNSELING AND INNOVATION IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF SLAM TEA PRODUCTS

Counseling on bay leaf tea bag MSME products is expected so that the residents of Salam Hamlet can understand and understand the benefits of bay leaves for health, especially in overcoming hypertension. And can set an example to make similar herbal tea products that can be used as a product that can be sold by residents. The place where community service activities are carried out is Salam Hamlet, Sarewu Village, RW 03, Pancalang District, Kuningan Regency has high-quality knowledge and health degrees so that a healthy community and environment are created. Community service activities are in the form of counseling, tea making, and the design and packaging of bay leaf tea. The participants of this counseling activity were very enthusiastic and were conducive. Many people ask in terms of its use in the manufacturing process. However, the testers of bay leaf tea bags and bay leaf tea bags distributed to participants were very limited because there were obstacles in the manufacturing process, namely in the drying because it always rained every day, so it hindered the drying process because we dried with sunlight (not using an oven) due to the limitations of the tools at the post. In the next development and innovation process, we have also made logo and packaging designs for bay leaf tea.

PENYULUHAN PENGEMBANGAN KARAKTER DAN KETERAMPILAN PADA ANGGOTA KARANG TARUNA CIPINANG BESAR UTARA

This article discusses character and skill development counselling for members of Karang Taruna RW 08 Cipinang Besar Utara through a structured extension program. The method used is a participatory approach that involves members of Karang Taruna in every stage of the activity. Counselling activities include practical skills training and discussions about character values, such as leadership, cooperation, and social responsibility. The evaluation results showed significant improvements in member skills as well as positive changes in attitudes and behaviours. Thus, this program not only contributes to individual development, but also strengthens the role of Karang Taruna as a change agent in the community. This PKM activity is an effort to equip the members of Karang Taruna RW 08 Cipinang Besar Utara with the necessary provisions to become a superior young generation. Through this counselling, the cadet members are expected to be able to develop strong characters and skills that are relevant to the needs of the working world. It is hoped that, with the provisions they have, the participants can become agents of change in their environment and contribute to community development.

Quantitative evaluation of clinical pharmacy activities following implementation of an enhanced weekend service at a teaching hospital

Abstract Introduction Improving equity of staffing across seven-days is a strategic priority for the National Health Service (NHS).1 Development of enhanced weekend clinical pharmacy services presents opportunity to improve admission and discharge medicines reconciliation (MR), reduce medication error and increase patient counselling.2 At the study site, an enhanced weekend clinical pharmacy service was implemented in October 2021. The service was delivered 9am-5pm to all clinical specialities across 54 wards. Defined minimum staffing was 13 pharmacists and 2 medicines management pharmacy technicians (MMPT). Service specification included: clinical screen and order of medications; admission MR, review of high-risk patients (critical care patients and those prioritised by the weekday team); and discharge activities including patient counselling. Aim To evaluate provision of the enhanced weekend clinical pharmacy service post-implementation by quantification of shift fill and clinical pharmacy professional activities. Methods A quantitative study was conducted over two separate weekends one month and six months post-implementation (13th-14th November 2021 and 9-10th April 2022). Pharmacy professionals collected data using a paper activity tool validated for use at the study site. Interventions included rectification of medication error, medicines optimisation or consult. Data were collated in Microsoft Excel immediately after each study weekend. Simple descriptive statistics were performed in Microsoft Excel. The study was registered with KCH Pharmacy Research and Audit Group (07/2021), deemed service evaluation and ethics approval waived. Results Pharmacy professionals reviewed 1,056 patients over 3,645 occupied bed-days. Services were delivered by 13 pharmacists and 1 MMPT on weekend 1, 12 pharmacists and 1 MMPT on weekend 2. Data were collected for all wards on weekend 1; on weekend 2 activity data was not collected for five surgical wards (Saturday and Sunday), four post-acute medical wards (Saturday) and the acute medical unit (Sunday). Admission MR was conducted for 77% (317/412) of newly-admitted patients. Pharmacists recommended prescription amendment for 68% (217/317) of patients receiving admissions MR; affecting 517 medicines. The recorded intervention rate per patient reviewed was 0.64 (680/1056). Pharmacy professionals responded to 211 queries from healthcare professionals (HCPs), undertook 90 incidences of pro-active HCP education and counselled 92 patients/carers. Pharmacists prepared discharge medication lists or clinically screened discharge prescriptions for 205 patients. A total of 952 non-stock medicines were ordered and 313 patients own medicines checked for suitability for reuse. Discussion / Conclusion These findings add to existing evidence for seven-day clinical pharmacy services. Defined minimum staffing was not fulfilled with 90% shift fill rate. Clear benefit was demonstrated in terms of admission MR and resultant intervention, HCP education, discharge and counselling activities. The percentage of patients with a recommended prescription amendment following admission MR matched findings from a separate service evaluation during February 2021 of an enhanced weekend service introduced at our study site during the COVID-19 pandemic (68%).3 The intervention rate for reviewed patients was also comparable (0.64 compared with 0.57 during COVID-19).3 Limitations include the relatively short period of data collection at a single-site which limits generalisability of findings. There were some gaps in data collection and acceptance rate of interventions was not collected.

Overview of Fat, Alcohol and Sodium Consumption Habits in Men Aged 25-55 Years in North Tapanuli Regency

<p><em>Hypertension is a condition of increased persistent blood pressure with a systolic pressure of 140 mmHg and a diastolic pressure of more than 90 mmHg. Hypertension can be triggered by unhealthy consumption habits such as consumption of foods containing high fat, drinking coffee, alcohol and smoking can stimulate constriction of blood vessels so as to increase blood pressure. This type of research is a quantitative analytic survey with a Cross Sectional design to find the relationship of risk factors affecting the occurrence of disease, this study was conducted to analyze the determinants of hypertension based on consumption habits (frequency of fat and sodium intake) and alcohol consumption in North Tapanuli Regency. Based on calculations using the Lemeshow formula, the minimum sample size required in this study was 93 with the addition of 10 percent. Thus, 103 samples were needed to achieve a confidence level of 95 percent. Measurement of the incidence of hypertension was obtained through direct measurement using a mercury spygmomanometer twice with a 5-minute measurement interval conducted by medical personnel. The incidence of hypertension can be categorized according to the Ministry of Health (2013), namely not hypertension if blood pressure ≤140/90 and hypertension if blood pressure >140/90. Based on the results of the study, it was found that there was an effect of alcohol consumption on the incidence of hypertension in men aged 22-25 years in North Tapanuli Regency. While the variables of fat and sodium consumption habits have no influence on the incidence of hypertension. Therefore, it is expected that each puskmesmas of North Tapanuli Regency can hold Posbindu PTM in an area that is easily accessible and close to the place of residence so that the implementation of counseling and Posbindu activities can be carried out properly, it is expected for families, to always provide encouragement, direction, motivation and guidance to other family members about the benefits and objectives of Posbindu PTM, so that they feel their health is cared for and they will use Posbindu PTM regularly. Farmers are expected to be able to organize good food consumption habits. By reducing the consumption of fat intake, sodium and reducing the amount of alcohol consumed.</em></p>

Pemberian Terapi Latihan dan Edukasi dalam Upaya Meningkatkan Kemampuan Aktivitas Fungsional pada Lansia dengan Osteoarthritis Knee di Puskesmas Rampal Celaket

Osteoarthritis is a joint disorder that develops degeneratively due to chronic inflammation in the joint. Symptoms involve the gradual breakdown of cartilage, osteophyte formation, and changes in the synovial membrane. Osteoarthritis sufferers often experience a decrease in daily activities. In particular, Knee Osteoarthritis is the most common type of Osteoarthritis that causes joint pain and limitation of motion in the knee, characterized by damage to the joint cartilage and Diarthrodial structures. In order for people to prevent Osteoarthritis Knee, it is important to identify the risk factors that can lead to the condition. With this understanding, it is hoped that people can avoid the risk factors as part of prevention efforts. By distributing leaflets and conducting Knee Osteoarthritis examinations and daily activity evaluations on patients, the results showed an increase in functional activity in the elderly after undergoing routine exercise therapy. In conclusion, through this counseling activity, increasing public awareness, especially among the elderly, about the importance of preventing Osteoarthritis Knee. Continuous preventive and curative efforts are needed to reduce the incidence rate of Osteoarthritis Knee in the community.

A 12-week Supervised Physical Activity And Behavioural Counselling Program On Prostate Cancer Survivor's Sexual Health

A 12-week Supervised Physical Activity And Behavioural Counselling Program On Prostate Cancer Survivor's Sexual Health

Does Continuing Education Improve Pt Physical Activity Counseling Among Patients With Disability? A Cross-sectional Study

Does Continuing Education Improve Pt Physical Activity Counseling Among Patients With Disability? A Cross-sectional Study

Predictor Scales of Cognitive Factors Affecting Physical Activity in Individuals Surviving Cancer: Psychometric Properties of Turkish Versions

Background: Increasing physical activity in individuals surviving cancer is crucial in reducing treatment-related side effects and recurrence. Valid and reliable measurement tools are needed that will enable the factors affecting exercise to be addressed holistically and theoretically. This study aimed to adapt the Exercise Goal-Setting Scale, Exercise Planning and Scheduling Scale, Multidimensional Outcome Expectations for Exercise Scale, and Physical Activity Neighborhood Environment Scale into Turkish language and to explore psychometric properties of the Turkish versions of these scales in individuals surviving cancer. Methods: This methodologically designed research collected data from 153 participants at a hospital in Istanbul, Türkiye. The scales used in the study were adapted to the Turkish language through forward and backward translation and expert opinion. Content validity was assessed with a 2-week test-retest reliability, Cronbach’s α reliability coefficient for stability, item-total correlation, and confirmatory factor analysis. Results: The scales showed good content validity (CVI = 0.95-0.99). Internal consistencies were acceptable to excellent (Cronbach’s α = .79-.94), and moderate to good reproducibility estimates were observed (r = .67-.84). The MOEES factor structure also showed excellent fit. Conclusions: This study demonstrates that the adapted scales evaluated are valid and reliable for examining physical activity based on social cognitive processes in individuals surviving cancer in Türkiye. The scales examined in the study can be used to determine the cognitive factors affecting activity and to plan effective programs when providing physical activity counseling to individuals surviving cancer in Türkiye.

Assessment of Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice Toward Physical Activity and It’s Associated Factor Among Women Attending Antenatal Care at Public Health Institutions in Debre Berhan Town, North Eastern Ethiopia

Physical inactivity is linked to pregnancy-related complications. Exercise participation during pregnancy is restricted in low-middle income nations, including Ethiopia. Therefore, this study aimed to assess factors associated with physical activity practice among pregnant women attending antenatal care at public health institutions in Debre Berhan Town Northeastern Ethiopia. Institutional based cross-sectional study was conducted from March 22, 2021 to May 22, 2021 in Debre Berhan Town. The systematic random sampling technique was used to obtain the 418 participants. Data were collected by using standardized questionnaires. Data were entered, cleaned by Epi data version 3.1 and analyzed by SPSS version 25. The variables which had p-value < .05 and with 95% confidence interval were declared as determine factors of antenatal physical exercise. According to this study, 222 (53.1%, CI [48.3, 57.7]), 220 (52.6% [47.8, 57.2]), and 218 (52.2% [CI 47.6, 56.7]) of respondents had good knowledge, favorable attitude, and good practice of physical exercise respectively. Age group of 30 to 34 years (AOR: 2.15, 95% CI [1.08, 4.29]), housewife (AOR: 7.81, 95% CI [1.48, 41.21]), cultural recommendation (AOR: 2.16, 95% CI [1.37, 3.39]), exercise before pregnancy (AOR: 2.69, 95% CI [1.72, 4.19]), and gestational age >24 weeks (AOR: 2.538, 95% CI [1.02, 6.29]) were factors associated with practice of physical exercise during pregnancy. Physical activity during pregnancy was more common in the current study than in the national average. During an ANC visit, health care providers should improve and strengthen physical activity counseling sessions.

Physical activity and symmetry following total knee arthroplasty: Results of a pilot randomized trial

ObjectiveThis pilot trial examined a Physical Activity and Symmetry (PAS) intervention focused on common deficits of physical inactivity and joint loading asymmetry following total knee arthroplasty (TKA). DesignParticipants (n ​= ​60) were enrolled during routine physical therapy (PT) following TKA and randomized to the PAS intervention or an attention (ATT) control group. The PAS intervention included physical activity counseling and balance exercise to address joint loading symmetry; content was delivered during 2 sessions at the end of routine PT plus supplemental sessions 4-weeks and 8-weeks following PT. The ATT control condition included supplemental sessions at 4-weeks and 8-weeks focused on general evaluation of surgical recovery benchmarks. Primary outcomes were weekly minutes of moderate to vigorous physical activity (MVPA), measured with an accelerometer, and peak force loading symmetry (limb symmetry index; LSI) during a 10 ​m walk, measured with a 3-sensor in-shoe device. General linear mixed models compared changes in outcomes between randomized groups at 3-month and 6-month follow-up. ResultsBoth PAS and ATT groups increased MVPA, but there were no clinically meaningful between-group differences at 3- or 6-month follow-up (p ​> ​0.05). There were also no clinically meaningful between-group differences LSI at 3- or 6-month follow-up (p ​> ​0.05). ConclusionThe PAS intervention did not yield improvements beyond ATT control. It is possible that PAS components were being delivered as part of routine PT, and a more intensive intervention (e.g., more visits, guidance for exercise progression) or targeted approach (e.g., those with deficits at end of routine care) may be needed to further improve outcomes.

An Exploration of the Application Path of Painting Art Therapy in Mental Health Education in Colleges and Universities

Painting art therapy integrates painting art theory and psychological analysis, it constantly improves and develops, the application prospects is considerable. Based on the connotation and characteristics of painting art therapy, this paper pays attention to the current situation of mental health education in colleges and universities, and combines the advantages of painting art therapy to explore the integration of painting art therapy into mental health education in colleges and universities: painting is used to project the inner world in psychological survey, painting is used to release signals for help in individual counseling, painting is used to create an expression atmosphere in classroom teaching, and painting is used to awaken emotional resonance in group counseling and theme activities.

Network Activeoncokids - Centralized Physical Activity Counseling for Children, adolescents, and Young Adults Across German-Speaking Countries Throughout All Oncological Treatment Phases.

Reaching age-appropriate physical activity levels is a significant challenge for many children, adolescents, and young adults (CAYAs) with and following an oncological disease. Many CAYAs require support in addressing physical activity-specific questions and need assistance in accessing sports and exercise offers in their local area. Since many clinics cannot provide such time-intensive counseling, the nationwide operating network ActiveOncoKids (NAOK), funded by the German Cancer Aid, offers individualized support to participate in physical activity (PA). This paper describes the NAOK-Physical-Activity-Counseling (-PAC) concept and evaluates the initial 200 consultations, focusing on recruitment, objectives, and oncology-specific parameters. Ultimately, dimensions of barriers and facilitators and intervention options are discussed.

Core Components of Cardiac Rehabilitation Programs: 2024 Update: A Scientific Statement From the American Heart Association and the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation.

The science of cardiac rehabilitation and the secondary prevention of cardiovascular disease has progressed substantially since the most recent American Heart Association and American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation update on the core components of cardiac rehabilitation and secondary prevention programs was published in 2007. In addition, the advent of new care models, including virtual and remote delivery of cardiac rehabilitation services, has expanded the ways that cardiac rehabilitation programs can reach patients. In this scientific statement, we update the scientific basis of the core components of patient assessment, nutritional counseling, weight management and body composition, cardiovascular disease and risk factor management, psychosocial management, aerobic exercise training, strength training, and physical activity counseling. In addition, in recognition that high-quality cardiac rehabilitation programs regularly monitor their processes and outcomes and engage in an ongoing process of quality improvement, we introduce a new core component of program quality. High-quality program performance will be essential to improve widely documented low enrollment and adherence rates and reduce health disparities in cardiac rehabilitation access.

RISK BEHAVIOR, HEALTH PROMOTION, AND HYPERTENSION IN PRODUCTIVE COMMUNITIES IN THE UPTD TAPOS DEPOK AREA

In 2021 at the Tapos Health Center, out of 9,352 hypertensive patients aged ≥ 15 years, only 1,547 people (16.5%) received standard services. This problem is a serious health challenge because hypertension contributes to the high mortality rate in the region. The purpose of this study is to identify the problem and its causes and provide alternatives to the existing problem. The research design used for this study is descriptive analytical. This research aims to identify problems and their causes and provide alternatives to existing problems. Data collection and observation were carried out offline and then the data was processed using the Matrix Criteria Method. The results obtained for the problem that is the top priority is the low public interest in health promotion. Therefore, alternative problem solving is needed that can increase public interest in participating in health promotion. As a solution, planning sustainable health programs related to hypertension is a top priority to increase public awareness and participation in hypertension prevention. The program includes periodic health checks, counseling, and joint sports activities. It is hoped that through this program, it can overcome the low public interest in health promotion and ultimately help reduce the risk of hypertension and improve overall public health.

Upaya Pencegahan Kejadian Hipertensi Melalui Edukasi Lansia di Kelurahan Sawah Padang Aua Kuning, Payakumbuh Selatan, Sumatera Barat

The elderly are the age group over 60 years. The elderly are at risk of various disease burdens such as diabetes mellitus, Alzheimer's, hypertension, and others. Hypertension is a condition characterized by an increase in blood pressure above 140/90 mmHg. Elderly people are at risk of developing hypertension due to the influence of age and the process of atherosclerosis. Many efforts can be made to prevent hypertension, namely maintaining a healthy diet, physical activity, and reducing stress. This effort can be carried out well if it is supported by ongoing education for the elderly regarding hypertension. This activity aims to provide education to the elderly to prevent hypertension and hopefully reduce the incidence of hypertension in the elderly. The method of this activity is carried out by providing education about hypertension and the efforts that need to be made to prevent hypertension to the elderly who attend Posyandu activities at the Sawah Padang Aua Kuning Subdistrict Health Center. The media used was hypertension education posters. After the counseling activity, a question and answer session was held regarding hypertension material. Many of the elderly asked questions and were enthusiastic about the material presented. It is hoped that in the future hypertension education can be carried out regularly to increase the knowledge of the elderly.

Pemberdayaan dan Diversifikasi Produk Olahan Daun Kelor pada Ibu PKK Kelapa Sawit dalam Upaya Pencegahan Stunting

Stunting is defined as a failure to achieve optimal growth, as measured by height for age. Moringa leaves have been demonstrated to improve the nutritional status of toddlers based on body mass index according to age. In Banjarbaru, Sungai Besar village, palm oil is found to contain a significant amount of moringa leaves. This community service activity aims to empower palm oil PKK mothers and diversify moringa leaf processed products. The community service method involved counseling activities related to the benefits of moringa leaves and assistance in moringa leaf diversification. The results of the service included moringa leaf, areca nuts, and healthy snacks with a taste, shape, and color that the community liked. It can be concluded that there was an increase in the skills of PKK palm oil mothers in making processed moringa leaf products.

Penyuluhan dan Sosialisasi Guna Meningkatkan Kesadaran Bahaya NAPZA bagi Remaja Desa Sumbersari

Abuse of Narcotics, Psychotropics and Addictive Substances (Drugs) among the younger generation is a crucial issue that threatens the future of the nation. This abuse has a significant negative impact on the mental and physical development of the younger generation. Therefore, prevention efforts through education, routine counseling and positive activities in the community are very important. The socialization program on the dangers of drugs was carried out at the Sumbersari Village Hall, Ngampel District, Kendal Regency. The targets for this activity are teenagers from Sumbersari Village. This activity is carried out using the ABCD method which includes identifying community strengths, asset mapping, community economic analysis, creating relationships and activity priorities, as well as monitoring and evaluation. The results of counseling regarding the abuse of narcotics, psychotropic substances and other addictive substances in Sumbersari village show significant benefits for the younger generation. Participants' responses emphasized the importance of the understanding provided. The suitability of participants' expectations with the reality of the activity can be seen from the appreciation for the presence of food and similarities with socialization at school. Participants' understanding also increased thanks to the material presented in an interesting way. Comfort during activities is an important factor in maintaining participant concentration. However, participant satisfaction was affected by schedule discrepancies.

“Guiding University Students towards Sustainability”: A Training to Enhance Sustainable Careers, Foster a Sense of Community, and Promote Sustainable Behaviors

Professional development involves facing numerous challenges. It is a complex process, susceptible to personal aspects (e.g., health, happiness, productivity), but also contextual aspects (e.g., recognition of the complexity and unpredictability of the labor market, and of the need to have a positive impact on the community). The life design paradigm views individuals as active agents in their career construction. Although this approach strongly emphasizes individual agency, it also underscores the importance of addressing broader issues related to sustainability. Indeed, career counselling can stimulate actions that favor sustainable development, benefiting society and enhancing the well-being of all people. To this end, we developed a training to stimulate reflections on sustainable careers, sense of community, and sustainable behavior. The study involved 44 university students divided into an experimental (n = 22) and a control group (n = 22). The first group participated in 16 online activities, interspersed with three in-person meetings. After the training, the experimental group exhibited improvements in sustainable careers, sense of community, self-efficacy in implementing sustainable behavior, and the perceived importance of promoting sustainability. These findings suggest that career counselling activities can significantly increase the personal resources of university students, equipping them to contribute to society and promote a sustainable world.

The Relationship Between Freshman Adult Attachment and Sense of Life Meaning in University: Mediated by Perceived Social Support

College freshmen are at the beginning of the critical period of establishing their outlook on life and values, so it is very important to guide and educate them correctly on the meaning of life and values. Many psychological problems and suicidal behaviors of college students are related to the lack of life meaning. This study mainly discusses the relationship between adult attachment, understanding of social support and sense of life meaning of college freshmen. Using the sense of life meaning scale, intimate relationship experience scale and perceptive social support scale, a questionnaire survey was conducted among 1069 freshmen. SPSS software was used for correlation analysis, and Process macro was used to test the mediating effect of perceptive social support. The results show that: (1) There are significant correlations among adult attachment, understanding of social support and sense of meaning in life; (2) Understand that social support plays a partial mediating role between adult attachment and sense of meaning in life. These results indicate that the attachment of college freshmen adults can affect their sense of life meaning directly and indirectly through the influence of social support. The results of this study have some implications for practice: On the one hand, the family should pay attention to the cultivation of safe parent-child attachment relationship and environment; On the other hand, colleges and universities should give full and good social support to college freshmen, and set up education or group counseling activities on the sense of meaning of life.