Increase Self-awareness Research Articles

Factors Affecting the Assertive Communication Skills of Young Women at the Jayapura Mercy Princess Orphanage

This study aims to determine the factors that influence assertive communication skills in adolescent girls at 'Panti Asuhan Putri Kerahiman Jayapura'. The concept used is assertive communication. The research method used a qualitative approach with in-depth interviews with six informants. The results showed that internal factors include fear, lack of confidence, lack of self-awareness, and emotional situations. External factors include family rules, parenting, social support at the orphanage, and a less supportive environment. The main finding is that adolescent girls in orphanages still have psychological barriers to self-expression and assertiveness. In conclusion, there are internal and external factors that affect the assertive communication skills of adolescent girls in orphanages. Recommendations include the need to provide communication education and training, increase self-awareness, and optimize social support and a conducive environment in orphanages.

The experiences of nomadic sex worker tourists

ABSTRACT Practices of sex tourism are more diverse than the stereotype of ‘foreign man pays local woman for sex while on holiday abroad’. There has been little research into sex workers who travel to countries with visa-free policies to provide sex services to other tourists or locals at these destinations. The research explores the experiences of these nomadic sex workers. Twenty in-depth interviews conducted in Hong Kong captured data on their motivations, economics, and behaviour of the sex worker tourists. Driven by a desire to make a better life for themselves and their families, these nomadic sex worker tourists negotiate and control their potential for self-determination, to attain economic benefits, support their families, and increase self-awareness, confidence, and general knowledge.

The Role of Horticultural Therapy in Promoting Physical and Mental Health

Horticultural therapy is a valuable method for promoting mental health as well as physical well-being by involving individuals in the process of planting, nurturing, and appreciating plants. This practice is particularly effective in mental health education. By reviewing recent literature, this paper focuses on the role of horticultural therapy in reducing stress, regulating emotions, enhancing self-knowledge, promoting social interaction, and facilitating physical rehabilitation. The paper describes the therapy’s implementation and methods for evaluating its effectiveness. The findings indicate that horticultural therapy can significantly reduce stress, improve emotional states, increase self-awareness. These results are significant for mental health education.

HUBUNGAN PENGETAHUAN DENGAN PENERAPAN ERGONOMI TUBUH SAAT PEMBELAJARAN ONLINE PADA MAHASISWA TINGKAT II PRODI NERS STIKES SANTA ELISABETH MEDAN TAHUN 2022

Ergonomics while studying is an effort to make the study room a comfortable place to study so that one inner energy can be used for learning activities only and does not go to waste because they have to face a non-ergonomic environment. If the posture while studying is not ergonomic, a person will easily get tired, and abnormalities in the bones and muscles can occur. Learning behavior during online learning using a computer or laptop is related to ergonomics. Knowledge of good ergonomics will change the behavior of sitting in front of a laptop or computer. This study aims to determine the relationship between knowledge and the implementation of body ergonomics during online learning in second year nursing students at STIKes Santa Elisabeth Medan 2022. The research design type used is cross-sectional with a total sampling of 93 respondents. The study results obtain good knowledge (72%) and good ergonomics application (48.4%). The results of the chi-square test obtain p-value = 0.109 (p>0.05). This study results show no relationship between knowledge and the implementation of body ergonomics during online learning in second year nursing students of the STIKes Santa Elisabeth Medan 2022. It is recommended for respondents to maintain a good ergonomic position and increase self-awareness in doing a good ergonomic position during online learning.

LITERACY SOCIALIZATION ON CYBER BULLYING PREVENTION AMONG STUDENTS OF SMP NEGERI 3 BILAH HULU

Cyberbullying is an action taken by a person or group of people against another individual through text messages, pictures/photos, or videos that tend to humiliate and harass. The purpose of this service is to provide an understanding of the impact caused by students' negligence in using social media, increase students' knowledge of intelligence in responding to the world of social media, and increase self-awareness of wisdom in using social media. The location of the service is at SMP Negeri 3 Bilah Hulu, the subject of the service related to the socialization of the impact of cyberbullying on teenagers is teenagers who use social media services or platforms. Most of the teenage respondents said that cyberbullying was inappropriate behavior among teenagers, was an act of crime, harmed others, and endangered others. They also understand behavioral indicators that lead to cyberbullying behavior.

Intensity and Variable Attention: Counter Narrating ADHD, from ADHD Deficits to ADHD Difference

Abstract Literature on attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) has historically come from a cognitive deficit approach and lacked community authorship. In contrast, this article utilises a neurodiversity framework to explore ADHD as a cognitive difference through ADHDers’ experiences. Specifically, here we analyse collective autoethnographic writings from neurodivergent academic researchers writing to one other about their experiences of intensity and variable attention or interest-based attention. Through the process of collective writing, we started to rename and restory our experiences, which has enabled us to understand intensity and variable attention as a valuable facet of human diversity, with both strengths and challenges. This project offers an example of how community-based research can elucidate individual experiences as ADHD/AuDHD researchers, facilitate exploration of varied experiences with intensity and attention and increase self-awareness and ability to give and receive neuroaffirmative support.

Fight, Flight, or Freeze?: Equine-Assisted Learning as a Means to Explore Anxiety, Self-Efficacy, and Agency in Rural Youth During COVID-19

Background: Given the emerging information about the COVID-19 pandemic's detrimental impacts on youth well-being, it is paramount to consider interventions that may mitigate these consequences, especially those available in socially distanced, outdoor settings. Further, adolescents in rural settings are at a significant disadvantage for accessing critical mental health services; therefore, novel, community-based approaches are necessary to support youth wellness efforts. Purpose: This study sought to address youth mental health challenges exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic in rural Montana by combining mindfulness techniques with Equine Assisted Learning. Methodology: The study applied a mixed methods phenomenological case study. Surveys and participatory observations/ interviews provided a foundation for multi-phase data analysis. Descriptive statistics and paired samples t-tests were used to analyze quantitative data; multi-phase qualitative coding (open, focused, and values coding) was utilized to analyze interview and observational data. Findings: Participants’ anxiety levels were greatly reduced following the intervention; mixed outcomes resulted from self-efficacy measures. Qualitatively, the findings demonstrate alignment between course topics, goals, and outcomes. Implications: Results suggest the potential for EAL to reduce anxiety levels in youth and increase self-awareness and agency in application of strategies to manage anxiety. Questions surrounding Bandura's self-efficacy scales arose as a result of this research.

Therapeutic Dance Experimentation: Implementation of Post-Pandemic Movement Therapy

During the Covid-19 pandemic, people were constrained from carrying out physical activities due to social restrictions that had social, economic, and psychological impacts. People experience a decrease in body fitness, making them susceptible to disease. Dance therapy (DT) believes that the body and mind interact. Movements have a symbolic function and thus can help in understanding the self. Movement improvisation allowed people to experiment in new ways. Through non-verbal mediation, DT provided a method or channel for people to consciously understand the initial relationship with negative experiences, such as being affected by a pandemic. Through the unity of body, mind, and spirit, therapeutic dance provides a sense of wholeness to all individuals. DT enabled holistic creative expression by forming the whole person: mind, body, and spirit. The research aimed to apply a dance therapy model for children, disabilities, and older people to improve post-pandemic community fitness. This research supported the directives of the National Research Master Plan (NRMP) primarily on the health theme. It aligned with the ISI Surakarta Research Master Plan (RMP), focusing on developing art therapy. Method Development of the DT method went through four stages 1) Preparation: warm-up phase, a safe space was formed without obstacles or disturbances, and connections were formed that supported coparticipants' comfort in getting 2) Incubation: verbally encouraged participants to enter into the subconscious and develop an open attitude to create an atmosphere of serving participants, a relaxed atmosphere through dance movements. 3) Illumination: an integrated process through awareness with dialogue and self-reflection in which participants uncover subconscious motivations and increase self-awareness. 4) Evaluation: discussed the insights and significance of the DT process. This dance's creation applies the psychoanalysis theory by Sigmund Freud (1856-1939). We emphasized the behavioral aspects of human psychology by Sigmund Freud, which highlighted the realm of consciousness, which included three levels: the conscious, preconscious, and unconscious. Keywords: dance, art therapy, holistic, disability, psychoanalytic DOI: 10.7176/RHSS/13-10-05 Publication date: May 31 st 2023

Pelatihan Perpajakan UMKM di SMKN 2 Semarang

The lack of student skills, especially in the practice of tax reporting and socialization of tax reporting for students, makes training necessary for students, where this understanding will be embedded in the minds of students when they can become taxpayers. Therefore, the community service team at the Semarang University proposed training activities on MSME taxation for students at SMKN 2 Semarang. The purpose of holding this activity is to provide tax reporting practices in accordance with applicable regulations and increase self-awareness to comply with paying taxes. Community service activities in the form of MSME taxation training are packaged in seminars containing hands-on practice, namely the practice of simple income tax calculations, as well as the final tax reporting mechanism (Final Income Tax) using the DJP System in accordance with the latest tax laws. Tax training was held in October 2022 in the SMKN 2 Semarang. After the activity is carried out, the results of the pretest and posttest can be concluded that students can understand the steps for reporting MSME business taxation properly and correctly according to applicable regulations. Therefore, tax training especially for MSMEs must be carried put early on to raise awareness of tax reporting for graduates, especially those who are going to be entrepreneurs and work so that they can carry out MSME business tax reporting practices properly and correctly according to applicable regulations

Evaluating a Health Care Pathway Internship Program for Minority High School Students

Background In 2005, Mountain Area Health Education Center (MAHEC) collaborated with community partners to establish the Minority Medical Mentoring Program (MMMP), a semester-long health care pathway internship for high school seniors of color. This evaluation aimed to assess program participants’ perceptions of program components, identify areas for improvement, and broaden the evidence base of pathway programs. Methods Seventy-three MMMP alumni were invited to participate in an online survey. Closed- and open-ended questions aimed to assess respondents’ perceptions of program components and MMMP’s impact on their personal and professional lives. Results Forty-six alumni responded to the survey. The MMMP was perceived as universally valuable. Clinical shadowing, mentors of color, and exposure to a variety of health professionals were viewed as the most valuable program components. The MMMP strengthened participants’ awareness of health disciplines, improved their self-confidence, and increased their professional skill sets. Surprisingly, the MMMP enabled some participants to recognize health career interests outside of clinical care. Limitations Selection, social desirability, and recall bias may limit interpretation of findings. Conclusion The MMMP is highly valued by participants. A high majority of respondents (40/46; 87%) plan to have a health career in the future. Pathway programs can shape career paths, increase self-awareness, and build self-confidence for success. It is important to note that systemic racism and discrimination must be addressed to fully ensure recruitment and retention of health care providers of color.

Психоделічно асистована терапія та медитативний досвід як чинники особистісних змін

Background. As a result of the military attack in Ukraine, both the military and civilian population are facing mental health disorders such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression, anxiety, and panic attacks. Classical psychotherapy and psychiatry are often ineffective in treating these conditions. In the United States and Europe, a significant amount of research is being conducted on psychedelic-assisted therapy and its potential psychotherapeutic impact on the treatment of depression and PTSD, especially in cases where traditional treatments are not effec¬tive. Given this, it may be extremely beneficial for Ukraine to consider an alternative treatment for PTSD and depression, such as psychedelic- assisted therapy. Our study emphasizes the importance and relevance of this issue. Goal. To reveal the features of psychedelic-assisted therapy and meditative experience as factors of personal changes, such as anxiety level, subjective well-being, overall life satisfaction, and self-awareness. Methods. The design of this study is combined: it includes quantitative and qualitative methods. The independent variables were experience in psychedelic-assisted therapy, experience in meditation, and experience in both practices; the dependent variables were anxiety, subjective well-being, general life satisfaction, and self-awareness. The total sample was 33 people. Results. Meditation and psilocybin therapy improve the emotional state and psychological well-being of the subjects, in particular, they promote focus, inner peace, self-awareness, reduction of anxiety and depression, as well as self-knowledge and self-development. Conclusions. Meditation and participation in PAT reduce anxiety. Respondents who meditated and participated in PAT had lower levels of anxiety compared to other groups. Participation in PAT increased the level of subjective well-being the most. Participation in PAT and meditation increase self-awareness. Respondents who engaged in these practices had a higher level of self-awareness compared to the group that only meditated. Respondents assess the effectiveness of the therapy as high and sustainable. They note significant changes in their lives, such as relief of depression symptoms, improved cognitive function, changes in attitudes toward themselves and others, and increased energy and decision-making ability. Thus, participation in PAT and meditation is advisable for people who have low levels of self-awareness and subjective well-being and want to increase them, and high levels of anxiety and depression and want to decrease them.

Using Technology as a Compensatory Technique for Executive Function Skill Deficits During the Coaching Process

Enrollment rates of students with disabilities (SWD) in postsecondary education continue to rise, yet SWD continue to face challenges with persistence toward degree completion. Executive function deficits (e.g., difficulty concentrating, managing time, problem solving, or planning) often impact academic, social, and occupational function. Academic and social adjustment to the complexity of life beyond students' homes can be stressful, further exacerbating difficulties with executive function skills necessary for postsecondary success. Coaching can assist young adults during postsecondary education to enhance executive function skills and has the potential to reduce stress and anxiety. Coaching is a collaborative, client-centered process designed to elicit client identification of goal areas, increase self-awareness, and problem-solving solutions. This practitioner article explores executive function skills, coaching, and how technology can be used within the coaching process to support executive function deficits for students in the postsecondary environment.

Expanding the Mind-Body-Environment Connection to Enhance the Development of Cultural Humility.

The unique health care needs of diverse individuals and communities are complex. To meet these needs, healthcare professionals are being called upon to alter traditional ways of thinking, perceiving, and acting in order to create more inclusive environments. Research shows that using mindsight, a process that increases both insight and empathy, can enhance an individual’s mind–body-environment connection, increase self-awareness, and promote the development of cultural humility. This paper will discuss the current perspectives on the mind/body/environment connection from a Western lens that may impact the enactment of cultural humility for healthcare providers. Two evidence-based approaches, yoga and forest therapy, are recommended as effective intervention tools in fostering mindsight and cultural humility. Blending traditional cognitive learning with techniques anchored in the physical body may hold promise in supporting the development of mindsight and cultural humility in healthcare education and practice.

ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE AND VIRTUAL REALITY USE IN HEALTHCARE AND ORAL DISEASE PREVENTION

Artificial intelligence and virtual reality tools are chan­ging the healthcare experience for both patients and me­dical professionals. As the technology gets more affor­dable, it will be more and more widely adopted while more immersive technologies will come to the forefront. Methods – Analisis of scientific literature. Results. There is a lack of mobile applications monitoring the periodontal status of patients and updating the den­tist or the patient about dental health during the interval between visits. Virtual reality tools are being widely used for pain control in adult patients and children, as well as in surgery, rehabilitation, and psychiatry. Scientific study results have shown positive patient experiences towards the use of tele dentistry in oral health care. Considering the COVID-19 pandemic, healthcare providers should consider adapting patient pathways and using telehealth as a method of consultation in the recovery planning of services, as well as to reduce the spread of this highly transmissible disease. Increased self-efficacy and encou­raged better individual dental hygiene is expected, be­cause patients will be constantly reminded to take care of their oral health. Conclusions. Technology innovations can potentially improve health behaviour and tooth brushing quality in children and adult persons and increase self-awareness in health. Innovative means need to be designed to achieve long-term, sustained improvements in health promotion. Future research should continue to evaluate mobile ap­plications as part of intervention approaches to improve health behaviour and outcomes in vulnerable populations.

Barriers and Opportunities for Breast Cancer Prevention Measures

The incidence of breast cancer remains high. Controlling program needs to involve individuals and communities. Public awareness in early detection and apply healthy living behavior is necessary to minimize risk factors of breast cancer. The aims of this study to explore the barriers and opportunities of health workers in the prevention of breast cancer. This is a qualitative study with phenomenologycal approach. Data collection using Focus Group Discussion. Informants in this study consist of 11 health workers for at least 5 years working period. The results of this study found three themes, namely (1) Barriers to breast cancer prevention efforts, (2) Opportunities for women at risk to take steps to prevent breast cancer, and (3) Opportunities for government programs related to breast cancer prevention efforts. It is hoped that women at risk increase self-awareness in early detection of breast cancer and maintain a healthy lifestyle. Medan City Health Department should be more intensive in conducting socialization and health education about breast cancer prevention in the community.

Wearable Technology to Increase Self-Awareness of Low Back Pain: A Survey of Technology Needs among Health Care Workers.

Low back pain (LBP) is a leading contributor to musculoskeletal injury worldwide and carries a high economic cost. The healthcare industry is the most burdened, with nurses, in particular, being highly prone to LBP. Wearable technologies have the potential to address the challenges of monitoring postures that contribute to LBP and increase self-awareness of workplace postures and movements. We aimed to gain insight into workers’ perceptions of LBP and whether they would consider using wearable monitoring technologies to reduce injury risks. We conducted a cross-sectional survey to gather information from a selected population of nurses. Sixty-four participants completed the survey, and data were analyzed with the support of Machine Learning techniques. Findings from this study indicate that the surveyed population (64 nurses) is interested in these new approaches to monitor movement and posture in the workplace. This technology can potentially change the way ergonomic guidelines are implemented in this population.

The Influence of a Self-Compassion Training Program on Romantic Relationship Conflict: An Exploratory Multiple-Case Study

Separation and divorce are common occurrences in the Western world. Given that a transition out of a marriage can increase psychological distress in the members of the couple as well as in their children, preventive interventions are crucial for avoiding serious ruptures and for increasing relationship strength and resilience. A potential option for clinicians is to use interventions designed to increase self-compassion. This multiple-case study explored the influence of a self-compassion intervention on conflict within romantic relationships. Three women completed a self-compassion training CD, six sets of online questions, and two semi-structured interviews. Thematic analysis was used to construct detailed accounts of each participant’s experience. Participants perceived that self-compassion helped them to de-escalate conflict, increase self-awareness and self-acceptance, and facilitate perspective taking. This study may help inform future relationship interventions.

POSITIVE PERSPECTIVES MATTER: ENHANCING POSITIVE ORGANIZATIONAL BEHAVIOR

This paper is an attempt to shed light on positive organizational behavior and the significance of three psychological perspectives in fulfilling positivity in the workplace, namely the attribution theory of motivation and emotion, the Broaden-and-Build theory, and the emotional intelligence theory. The paper is based on the assumption that these three theories help individuals understand the causes and reactions of other human behavior. In organizations, the way people perceive daily responses or interactions affects everyone's judgments and actions. Awareness of self-emotions and appropriate attributions of others' reactions would enhance positive behavior within organizations. Reference to the most relevant literature review is discussed and linked to these three theories as well as the positive impact they create when interrelated with cultural awareness. The main points in each theory are highlighted, followed by a claim that justifies their possible effectiveness in contributing to positive organizational and employee behavior. According to this paper, organizing workshops within the work environment that address positivity theories and their impact on positive behavior will help bridge the gap between individual and organizational cultural values, increase self-awareness and understanding, and boost togetherness, collaboration, and positive attitudes toward others.

Analysis of Taxpayer's Compliance Level in Paying Rural Urban Land and Building Taxes (PBB-P2) in the Regional Revenue Agency of Padang City

This study aims to determine the level of taxpayer compliance for the Rural and Urban Land and Building Tax (PBB-P2) to local regulations and laws that apply in the city of Padang, discipline, responsibility, level of self-awareness of taxpayers. know the efforts to what affects the level of compliance as well as land and building tax receipts. The research on the level of taxpayer compliance in paying land and building taxes at the Padang City Regional Revenue Agency is a shared learning so that they can participate in providing support in development, increase self-awareness and participate in providing support for local government administration. The system applied in PBB-P2 tax is the Official Assessment system, namely a tax collection system that imposes the authority to determine the amount of tax owed to the tax authorities or tax officials as tax collectors. Sanctions imposed on taxpayers if they do not pay taxes are administrative sanctions in the form of a fine of 2% per month, an interest penalty of 2% every month and an increase of 25%. Legal Basis for Land and Building Tax in Rural Urban (PBB-P2), namely, Law Number 28 of 2009 concerning Regional Taxes and Regional Levies. The level of taxpayer compliance in paying PBB-P2 taxes in the city of Padang seen from its realization is still relatively low, every year from 2017 to 2020 it has not exceeded the set target.

A Self-Assessment and Peer Feedback Tool for Leader Development

Self-awareness is essential to leader development. Internal self-awareness refers to how well we see and understand ourselves and our impact on others. External self-awareness refers to the extent to which we understand how others see us. To optimize self-awareness, it is important to receive and provide frank and meaningful feedback. These skills can improve leader performance, increase self-awareness, and enhance development. Currently, there are few instruments that provide information about self-awareness. The creation of a self-assessment and peer feedback tool would help provide individuals with clear assessments of their leadership knowledge and skills as well as perspectives from peers with whom they work closely. This article describes the development of a self-assessment and peer feedback tool based on a Leader￾Follower Framework. This tool can be used within leader development programs to enhance self￾awareness and peer perceptions to further develop leaders.