Influence Of Social Factors Research Articles

CESAREAN SECTION IN UKRAINE AND THE UNITED KINGDOM: SIMILARITIES AND DIFFERENCES

The aim of the study was to conduct a comparative analysis of cesarean sections in Ukraine and the United Kingdom in order to improve the quality of medical care and optimize outcomes for both mother and newborn.Materials and methods. To achieve this goal, we analyzed the unifi ed clinical protocol «Caesarean section» of the Ministry of Health of Ukraine dated January 5, 2022 and the UK NICE GUIDELINE «Caesarean birth» in the latest version dated September 6, 2023. The work was performed in accordance with the research plan of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology #2 of KhNMU: «Optimization of diagnostics, treatment of diseases of the reproductive system and pregnancy complications in women with extragenital pathology» (state registration number 0121U11923).Results. A comparative study of cesarean section protocols in Ukraine and the United Kingdom provided important insights into the current state of obstetric practice in both countries. Signifi cant diversity in CS protocols in Ukraine and the UK was noted. This is particularly true for both clinical aspects and aspects related to organizational and sociocultural factors. A signifi cant infl uence of social and cultural factors in the UK on the frequency of CR was found. The diff erence between the Ukrainian medical system and the NHS in the UK is mainly in the control of narcotic analgesics, the duration of the postoperative period, and the consideration of the woman’s preference for the method of delivery is quite controversial.Conclusions. Negative statistics reveal that the increase in the frequency of CS is typical not only for the UK, but also for Ukraine, although in Ukraine the explanation for this situation is the increase in the frequency of obstetric and extragenital pathology during martial law, and in the UK it is the woman’s choice. Understanding the diff erences between countries in their approaches to CS will help improve the quality of medical care and optimize outcomes for both mother and newborn. Understanding the differences between countries in their approaches to CS will help to improve the quality of medical careand optimize outcomes for both mother and newborn.

Pengaruh Faktor-Faktor Perilaku Konsumen terhadap Keputusan Pembelian Produk Frozen Food di Adam Frozen Food Kabupaten Bekasi

Bekasi Regency is one of the metropolitan areas in Indonesia with rapid population and urban growth. The majority of Bekasi Regency residents have a busy lifestyle with a busy work routine. This time limitation makes Bekasi Regency residents need practical food products such as frozen food. Frozen food products are the right choice because they are easy to store, durable, and quick to serve. One of the frozen food stores in Bekasi Regency is Adam Frozen Food, which sells frozen food products as a solution to meet food needs without spending excessive time and energy. Competition in the frozen food industry is getting tighter with many offering similar products with competitive quality and prices. With this condition, research is needed to understand the factors of consumer behavior in purchasing frozen food products at Adam Frozen Food, Bekasi Regency. The purpose of this research is to analyze the influence of cultural factors, social factors, personal factors and psychological factors on purchasing decisions for frozen food products at Adam Frozen Food. The sampling method used the Lemeshow formula with 100 respondents. The data analysis used is multiple linear regression. The results showed that cultural factors, social factors, personal factors and psychological factors simultaneously influenced the variable purchasing decisions for frozen food products at Adam Frozen Food. Social factors, personal factors and psychological factors partially influence the decision to purchase frozen food products at Adam Frozen Food. Meanwhile, cultural factors partially have no effect on purchasing decisions for frozen food products at Adam Frozen Food.

Multi-Scale Effects of Supply–Demand Changes in Water-Related Ecosystem Services Across Different Landscapes in River Basin

To promote sustainable hierarchical management, it is essential to understand the complex relationships within and underlying causes of supply–demand changes in water-related ecosystem services (WESs) across different spatial scales and landscape patterns. Consequently, the Optimal Parameters-based Geographical Detector (OPGD) and Multi-Scale Geographically Weighted Regression (MGWR) are used to analyze the factors influencing changes in WESs supply–demand. The findings indicate that (1) at the macroscale, population size, and economic activity are the main driving factors, while at the microscale, precipitation becomes the primary factor influencing fluctuations in WESs supply–demand. (2) Furthermore, over time, the influence of social factors becomes increasingly significant. (3) The explanatory power of a single factor typically increases as it interacts with other factors. (4) Abundant precipitation helps in the generation and maintenance of WESs, but intense human activities may have negative impacts on them. Therefore, we have made significant progress in identifying and analyzing the natural and human-induced driving forces affecting changes in WESs by deeply integrating long-term multi-source remote sensing data with the OPGD and MGWR models.

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In recent years, Buy Now - Pay Later forms of payment are becoming popular, however, the core basic principle of “Buy Now Pay Later” in providing credit Interest-free benefits for consumers are being challenged by inflation and rising interest rates. This study was conducted to build a model to study factors affecting the intention to buy now - Pay later for online payment methods of generation Z, including: (1) Perceived benefits, (2) Perceived ease of use, (3) Perceived risks,(4) Digital financial knowledge, (5) Social influence. Using a survey of 306 sample members, the authors concluded that the Social Influence factor has the strongest impact on the intention to use Buy now - Pay later for customers. with the online payment method of generation Z. From there, the authors propose appropriate solutions to help the government, consumers and businesses doing business on e-commerce platforms.

Market Acceptance Strategy through Customer Centricity Approach in Electric Truck Product Development with Systematic Method Literature Review

Transportation is one of the contributors to CO2 pollutants that cause Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions, ultimately impacting global climate change. The creation of electric vehicles is concerned with clean energy and handling global climate change. This aligns with the 17 global goals of the United Nations, which are the world agenda to protect planet Earth and for everyone to live a decent life by 2030. However, creating innovations in production and transforming consumers to switch from fuel vehicles to electric vehicles, especially electric trucks, is equally difficult. In 2022, based on data from Vehicle Type Approval, electric truck sales in Indonesia have the lowest number compared to other types of electric vehicles. This study aims to discover how innovation should be carried out and how consumer desires can be fulfilled from these innovations so that the market easily accepts electric truck products with the hope that interest and sales can increase. This study uses a literature study method that provides an overview of how the customer-centricity approach is applied to support innovation during production. The results of this study provide suggestions in the development of electric trucks that companies should not only focus on technology but also focus on consumer needs to adopt electric truck technology such as cost and economic benefits, charging infrastructure available in various locations, government support and policies, social influence, economic and social factors, promotion policies and regional support.

Barriers and facilitators to conducting randomised controlled trials within routine care of neurorehabilitation centres: a qualitative study

BackgroundRandomised controlled trials (RCTs) are considered the gold standard for generating clinical evidence. The focus on high internal validity in RCTs challenges the external validity and generalisability of findings, potentially hindering their application in routine care. In neurorehabilitation, limited literature addresses conducting RCTs feasibly and efficiently. We investigated barriers and facilitators to conducting RCTs within routine care of neurorehabilitation centres from the perspective of stakeholders in neurorehabilitation in Germany and Austria.MethodsWe conducted semi-structured interviews with stakeholders in neurorehabilitation from four centres in Germany and Austria, informed by the Theoretical Domains Framework (TDF) and the Capability, Opportunity, Motivation and Behaviour model (COM-B). Employing a hybrid approach, the interview analysis integrated both deductive, theory-driven analysis based on the TDF domains and COM-B model and inductive, reflexive thematic analysis.ResultsTwelve stakeholders (4 physicians, 4 therapy managers, 4 therapists; 5 females, 7 males; with research experience spanning 0–40 years) were interviewed. Key barriers to conducting RCTs in neurological rehabilitation centres include limited financial, human, and time resources, high clinical workloads, and a lack of interest of some therapists. Ineffective leadership, perceived lack of research expertise, and communication issues were also significant barriers. Social influence factors such as lack of employer support and inadequate training access further contributed to the challenges. Additionally, barriers included insufficient research infrastructure, limited space, internal power struggles, and rigid cost bearer specifications. Key facilitators included physicians’ and therapists’ motivation to advance the field, contribute to knowledge, and to prioritise patient health. Support from supervisors, joint decision-making, and efficient organisation were crucial facilitators. Flexible therapy planning, mutual support, and interdisciplinary collaboration also played important roles.ConclusionOur results suggest that increasing professional development and understanding, along with providing adequate financial, human, time, and spatial resources to support research endeavours, implementing effective communication strategies to enhance interdisciplinary collaboration and coordination among team members may contribute to increased motivation and facilitate RCTs within the setting of neurorehabilitation centres.Trial registrationThis study was prospectively registered with the German Clinical Trials Register (08.04.2021 DRKSID DRKS00024982).

The influence of education on antenatal care and nutrition of newborns in Croatia

Abstract Background Previous studies indicate differences in the nutrition of newborns. Great efforts are invests in public health education of expectant mothers in order to improve the health of their offspring. Methods An analytical study of data on the influence of social factors and the level of education of mothers on the nutrition of newborns, habits of pregnant women and antenatal care in the City of Zagreb was conduct in 2022. The paper shows analytical results expressed in percentages of the prevalence and 95% confidence interval (CI). Results The survey covered 6,358 women giving birth in the City of Zagreb in 2022. Most mothers fed their newborns in the hospital with breast milk (48.6%) or a combination of breast milk and artificial nutrition (45.8%), and only 1.4% with artificial nutrition. The share of mothers who fed their newborns exclusively with breast milk is slightly higher among highly educated women (52.4%). The majority of women had their newborn’s first feeding within one hour (81.4%), also more often in highly educated women. The first breastfeeding is most often ten (10.1%) or 15 minutes after birth (8.2%). Only 1.1% of pregnant women smoked during pregnancy, of which the largest share was women with a high school diploma (62.1%). With the increase in education, the share of women with 5 or less antenatal checks decreases (completed college 3.3%, higher school 4.6%, secondary school 6.6%, primary school 12.7%). The largest share of pregnant women who had their first antenatal examination only after 10 weeks of pregnancy is among women with a high school diploma (11.3%). Conclusions The education of pregnant women influenced their adoption of positive lifestyle habits, the need for timely and regular antenatal care and the benefits of feeding newborns with breast milk. Additional education through public health campaigns aimed at pregnant women and future parents as well as breastfeeding support groups need to be continuously implement. Key messages • The education of pregnant women influenced their adoption of positive lifestyle habits, the need for timely and regular antenatal care and the benefits of feeding newborns with breast milk. • Additional education through public health campaigns aimed at pregnant women and future parents as well as breastfeeding support groups need to be continuously implement.

Influence of social factors on prompt reperfusion in patients with ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction: results from the KRAMI multicenter registry

Abstract Background The time from symptom onset to reperfusion therapy was particularly important for ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) patients. We sought to investigate the impact of social factors on prompt reperfusion in STEMI patients. Methods A total of 5,264 patients with a diagnosis of STEMI from Korean Registry of Acute Myocardial Infarction (KRAMI) was participated in present study. The association between social factors and process of symptom onset-to-timely reperfusion was evaluated. Process of symptom-to-reperfusion time was included door-to-balloon (DTB) time, symptom-to-door (STD) time and symptom-to-balloon (STB) time. Results In the entire study population, the median times of DTB, STD and STB were 55 min, 117 min and 175 min, respectively. With 3 parameters, only DTB was associated with in-hospital mortality (Fig. 1 and 2). Old age and male were more likely to delay treatment (p for age=0.000; p for gender <0.0001). Moreover, higher education was linked to reduction of STD and STB time (p<0.05). Living alone was associated with prolonged STB time, and symptom appearing outside was linked to delay medical care. Transportation with ambulance was significantly associated with reduction of reperfusion time, and inter-hospital transportation was particularly prominent (STD: OR 5.450, 95% CI 4.796 - 6.193, p<0.0001; STB: OR 4.593, 95% CI 4.038 - 5.225, p<0.0001). In addition, treatment time during off-hours was relatively delayed DTB time. Conclusions Door to balloon time is directy related to in-hospital mortality. Social factors, such as age, gender, and education level, and transportation with ambulance were related to timely reperfusion in STEMI patients.

Unraveling Social Health Inequalities during COVID-19 in Belgium: The Vital Role of Data Linkages

Abstract Background During the COVID-19 crisis, data linkages were set up to efficiently monitor the outbreak and identify vulnerable population groups. Yet, considerable technical, administrative and data security issues have hindered the effectiveness of data linkages as a critical instrument during public health emergencies. This workshop aims to provide a practical demonstration of the challenges encountered in a Belgian data linkage during the COVID-19 crisis, along with the strategies implemented to overcome these challenges. This case study offers insights into the development of a highly sensitive linkage between COVID-19 hospital data and information related to social and health use in Belgium. Methods The HELICON data linkage is developed at the individual level to investigate the risk of COVID-19 hospitalization and the influence of various social and biomedical factors during and after the crisis. Data are drawn from data collections on hospitalization from the COVID-19 health surveillance (Sciensano), on the socioeconomic and sociodemographic context (Statistics Belgium), and on healthcare use and reimbursement (InterMutualistic Agency). Results A representative case-cohort study is established comprising 1,149,264 million randomly selected Belgians and 44,508 hospitalized patients. Annual follow-up is scheduled over a four-year span, allowing the investigation of pre- and post-pandemic health data from July 2020 to January 2026. Conclusions The HELICON data linkage took 3.5 years to complete. Among the many challenges, we were faced with complicated approval procedures, ambiguous data security guidelines, unclear cost estimates, and technical issues related to the analysis environment. Building on these experiences, we explore the strengths and weaknesses of data linkages as a research instrument during the COVID-19 pandemic and discuss which lessons should be drawn to for the post-pandemic era.

The influence of social cognitive factors on physical activity of Chinese university students: The moderating role of gender

This study constructed a prediction model of physical activity among Chinese college students based on the social cognitive theory to investigate the factors and mechanisms influencing physical activity among Chinese college students. Questionnaires were dispensed to a cohort of 2000 university students hailing from 10 academic institutions located in Guangzhou, Guangdong Province, China resulting in the retrieval of 1897 questionnaires deemed valid. The conceptual framework was subsequently modeled using the PLS-SEM methodology based on the sample data collected. Sports social support (β = 0.191***), outcome expectation (β = 0.306***) and self-efficacy (β = 0.459***) positively impact college students' physical activity through self-regulation (β = 0.346***). Male self-efficacy has a weaker influence on self-regulation. Male college students' self-regulation also has a weaker effect on physical activity. External disturbance (β = -0.192***) negatively affects physical activity while internal disturbance has a minor impact (β = -0.135***, f2=0.010) almost negligible. The research validated the impact of various social cognitive elements on the exercise habits of university students. It offers a solid empirical foundation for advancing physical activity engagement among college students in China. Furthermore, the findings can serve as a fundamental reference point for Chinese educational institutions to develop comprehensive sports policies tailored specifically for college students.

Adoption of E-Wallets among Students: Trust and Social Influence in E-Commerce

E-commerce introduces the e-wallet payment transaction system as an innovation that offers convenience and security for consumers in purchasing goods and services online. This research explores the influence of trust in social environments in fostering the intention of students in Central Java, Indonesia, to use e-wallets, utilizing technology theories such as the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM). A quantitative study was conducted through an online survey among students. Purposive sampling was employed as the sampling technique, and data were analyzed using the Partial Least Squares (PLS) approach within Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) analysis. The study found that the factors of trust and social influence significantly impact the intention to use e-wallets, with trust even playing a supportive role in fostering this intention alongside other factors. These findings will assist service providers in enhancing e-wallet services with new innovations tailored to user needs.

A Privacy Perspective in Adopting Smart Contract Applications for Healthcare

ABSTRACT Smart contract applications are currently implemented in healthcare, but further research is needed to investigate their adoption by embracing a privacy perspective. This study fills this research gap by exploring smart contracts’ adoption in healthcare through a privacy calculus model integrated with technical, legal, and social factors. The authors explore two specific applications: smart contracts implementing immune certificates (SC-ICs) to fight a healthcare crisis and smart contracts encoding and storing electronic health records (SC-EHRs) in the absence of such a crisis. Data are collected through a survey, and partial least square modeling is used to test the research hypotheses. The results provide significant contributions for academics and practitioners by showing how the influence of technical, legal, and social factors on privacy evaluations and privacy calculus evaluations themselves differ in the case of different applications of the same technology, i.e. SC-ICs and SC-EHRs because of the peculiar healthcare scenario.

Understanding the Impact of Social and Facilitating Factors on Drone Adoption in the Takaful Sector of Malaysia and Indonesia

The takaful industry, a sector that is guided by Shariah-compliant principles, is progressively investigating cutting-edge technologies to improve service delivery and operational efficiency. This study investigates the influence of social factors and facilitating conditions on the intention to adopt drone technology within the Takaful sector in Malaysia and Indonesia. A quantitative research design was employed, with data collected from 68 Takaful professionals. The results were analyzed using correlation and regression techniques. The findings revealed that social influence and facilitating conditions significantly impact behavior intention, while performance and effort expectancy were found to be less important. Additionally, the study integrates Maqasid Shariah principles, ensuring that the adoption of drone technology aligns with Islamic ethical considerations. The study also urges more investigation to investigate the generalisability of these results over many cultural and legal environments as well as the possible impact of developing technologies like artificial intelligence and blockchain on the sector.

The role of social influence in mediating the relationship between relative advantage and purchase intentions for smartphones: A study in Kathmandu, Nepal

This research explores smartphone usage dynamics in Kathmandu, Nepal, focusing on how relative advantage, social influence, and purchase intention interact in the context of the city's growing technological landscape. To address the identified gap in understanding the mediating role of social influence, descriptive and exploratory research methods are used. A survey involving 412 smartphone users was conducted both in person and online. The study reveals that relative advantage significantly impacts both social influence and purchase intention. Social influence is found to partially mediate the relationship between relative advantage and purchase intention. Specifically, individuals who perceive a greater relative advantage in a smartphone, thereby further enhancing their purchase intention. The research provides valuable insights into the factors driving consumer behavior in Kathmandu's smartphone market. It demonstrates that while relative advantage directly affects purchase intentions, social influence also plays a critical role in mediating this relationship. These findings can guide marketers in refining their product placement, promotional strategies, and community engagement efforts, ensuring they address both the perceived advantages of smartphones and the influence of social factors on consumer decisions.

Understanding the Factors Influencing Adoption of mHealth in Rural Patients: A Case of Embu, Kenya

Background and Purpose: Kenya and other low-income countries face healthcare challenges such as affordability, access, and health worker shortages. Digital technologies have disrupted traditional service delivery in industries such as banking and retail. Significant changes have not yet affected healthcare. Technological advancements in healthcare may help to leapfrog barriers such as the cost of physical infrastructure. The study examined the influence of technical, social, and individual factors in adopting mHealth products in Embu, Kenya. Methods: A cross-sectional quantitative study using a structured close-ended questionnaire was conducted in Embu, Kenya, between August and December 2019. Correlation and regression analysis were used to determine the effect of the influential factors on adopting mHealth products. Results: 207 (75%) randomly selected respondents over 18 years completed the survey, with the largest group (39.4%) aged between 35-44 years and 43% holding a post-secondary school diploma. Correlation analysis showed that social factors positively and significantly correlate to mHealth products' adoption (r (207) = .793, P < .05), reflecting a generally favourable view towards using mobile phones for seeking healthcare. Similarly, technical factors showed a significant correlation with mHealth adoption (r (207) = .931, P < .05), supported by widespread smartphone ownership and access to high-speed internet. Individual factors, including perceptions of the time-saving benefits of seeking healthcare services using a mobile phone, also demonstrated a positive correlation with the adoption of mHealth (r (207) = .708, P < .05). Conclusions: Our study underscores the significant relationship of social, technical, and individual factors in adopting mHealth products. Digital health implementers should leverage increasing access to technical factors such as the Internet, smartphones, good mobile network coverage, and high utilization of social media to facilitate the positive adoption of mHealth. Our research provided insights from Embu; however, expansive studies encompassing rural and urban demographics are required to enhance generalizability

Agricultural legacy shapes plant diversity patterns in mountain grasslands of Maramureș and Bukovina: A cross‐border perspective (Ukraine, Romania)

Abstract We investigated farming practices and grassland plant diversity patterns in the historical regions of Maramureș and Bukovina, located in the central Eastern Carpathians of Romania and Ukraine. We explored the influence of social and historical factors on recent grassland plant diversity, including changes and modifications in land use and grassland management practices. We used stratified random sampling to select 48 grassland parcels in eight villages on the Ukrainian‐Romanian borderlands. We identified the factors that affect the composition and diversity of grassland vascular plants and bryophytes at multiple spatial scales and compared the frequency and timing of historical and recent grassland management practices to distinguish between preserved and modified agricultural traditions. In most of the grassland parcels studied (83% in Romania and 78% in Ukraine), traditional land use persisted. Local plant species richness was primarily influenced by management practices, outweighing the impact of topography and soil factors. Regular mowing at appropriate intensity increased the richness of vascular plants, while grazing promoted the richness of bryophyte species. Modifications to farming systems, observed in all studied villages, were mainly due to declining population and livestock numbers. Although the timing of spring and autumn grazing in hay meadows still adhered to tradition, mowing schedules shifted earlier, especially for the first cut of two‐cut hay meadows. Traditional corralling, fertilization and hayseed application have become rare or discontinued in certain villages, while controlled burning has increased. Past use of mineral fertilizers in Ukrainian villages during the Soviet era influenced the recent diversity and composition of vascular plant species, favouring nutrient‐demanding species. Social factors and agricultural policies indirectly affect biodiversity in semi‐natural grasslands, leaving a tangible footprint even in the most remote areas of the Carpathian Mountains. We provide basic recommendations to preserve the remarkable biodiversity of the region. Read the free Plain Language Summary for this article on the Journal blog.

Determinants of Crypto Investment Decisions: Ra-tional Behavior or Irrational Behavior?

The current phenomenon is that crypto asset investment is considered high risk, yet the number of crypto asset investors is increasing. This research investigates the determinants of crypto investment decisions: driven by rational or irrational behavior, specifically testing the moderating role of social influence on the determinants of investment decisions. The research combines technological factors (crypto platforms) and psychological factors (herding behavior FOMO (Fear of Missing Out)) with external factors of social influence a moderating variable. This study uses quantitative research methods and primary data from respondents who are crypto asset investors domiciled in Indonesia. The sample consisted of 124 respondents consisting of 95 male respondents and 29 female respondents. Statistical analysis including analysis of the Outer Model, Inner Model and direct effect and Moderated Regression Analysis was carried out using SmartPLS 0.3 software. The results showed that crypto platforms, financial literacy, herding behavior, FoMO had an effect on investment decisions, and social influence was able to moderate the influence of crypto platforms, financial literacy, herding behavior, FoMO on investment decisions. Suggestions given for further research are: develop further research models that can represent the determinants of investment decisions in crypto by using other research variables in predicting their influence on investment decisions such as regret experience, attitude, risk tolerance, etc.

Research on Influencing Factors of Brand Loyalty

One of the main subjects in todays research is brand loyalty. The researcher finds that as spending power continues to grow in the consumer market, brand loyalty is crucial for all stages of brand development. However, there is a lack of unified explanation for the issue of various factors influencing brand loyalty. Therefore, the research topic of this paper is to explore the influence of emotional factors, social factors and cognitive factors on brand loyalty. This papers research methodology is as follows. Firstly, this paper adopts the literature review method. Secondly, this paper analyzes the data collected from different literature on the influencing factors of brand loyalty. In conclusion, the study shows that good emotional factors like brand love are beneficial to brand loyalty. In addition, good social and cognitive factors like brand campaigns are also advantageous to brand loyalty. Good emotional, social and cognitive factors are significant in the loyalty that exists between brands and their customers As a result, brands need to manage every element and detail. Facilitating customer loyalty and brand loyalty should take emotional, social and cognitive factors in account.

Concept, content and structure of the phenomenon of professional adaptation of military servicemen to military service through physical training and sports

The article is devoted to the analysis of the concept, content and structure of professional adaptation of military personnel to military service using means of physical training and sports. It was determined that the professional adaptation of military personnel is a complex process that includes psychophysiological, social and professional components. Special attention is paid to the role of physical training and sports in ensuring the effective adaptation of servicemen to the conditions of service, in particular in the context of the formation of the necessary physical, moral and willpower qualities and professional skills. On the basis of a systemic approach, the main elements and stages of the adaptation process, as well as their interrelationship and influence on the general level of combat readiness of servicemen, are revealed. Means of physical training and sports play an important role in the professional adaptation of military personnel. They contribute to increasing physical endurance, strengthening health, developing mental stability and forming teamwork skills. Thus, the professional adaptation of military personnel is the result of the complex influence of physical, psychological and social factors. Means of physical training and sports are important tools that contribute to a successful adaptation process, providing recruits with not only physical strength, but also psychological readiness for service, as well as integration into the military team.

Application of the Apriori Algorithm to Analyze the Correlation of Underage Marriage Factors

This study aims to analyze the correlation between various factors contributing to underage marriage in Kota Binjai. The primary variables influencing underage marriage include economic, social, cultural, parental, and educational factors. These five variables are considered significant in the prevalence of underage marriage within the Kota Binjai community. The methodology employed involves data mining techniques using the Apriori algorithm to identify the most frequently occurring data correlations. The analysis reveals that the best rule with 2 itemsets has a support of 42.7% and a confidence of 69.6%, while the best rule with 3 itemsets has a support of 26.7% and a confidence of 71.4%. For 4 itemsets, the support is 12% with a confidence of 50%. These findings indicate that economic factors are the most frequently appearing and consistently influential in the decision of Kota Binjai residents to engage in underage marriage, both independently and in combination with social, cultural, and parental influence factors