Scale Questionnaire Research Articles

Rome IV Functional Defecation Disorder: Time for a Change in Symptom Criteria for Improved Clinical Relevance?

Defecatory disorders are common affecting up to 8% of the population. Rome IV diagnostic criteria are used to define this condition and, therefore, select patients for the gold standard therapy, anorectal biofeedback. The aim of this study was to test the current Rome IV Functional Defecation Disorder (FDD) criteria in a real-world population by using the response to biofeedback as a validation tool. A total of 485 patients (female 437, mean age 50 ± 17.6 years) with defecatory symptoms presenting to a neurogastroenterology clinic underwent anorectal biofeedback therapy regardless of whether they met formal Rome IV FDD criteria or not. Patients were assessed extensively with the Rome questionnaire, constipation questionnaire, and visual analog scales for satisfaction, control, quality of life, and anorectal manometry. Rome IV FDD was no better at predicting response to biofeedback compared with non-Rome IV FDD ( P = NS). Digitation ( P = 0.043) and increasing cumulative number of defecatory symptoms ( P = 0.038) were correlated with improvement in biofeedback (≥2-point increase in bowel satisfaction). Those with abnormal physiology only responded well to biofeedback (83% response rate), but this was not statistically different from no Rome IV physiology patients (73%). There was a trend for increasing cumulative number of abnormal physiology factors to correlate with biofeedback ( P = 0.086). Rome IV symptom criteria need revision to include more defecatory symptoms, include all subtypes of irritable bowel syndrome, and be inclusive of those with either loose stools or more frequent stools such as those previously labeled with "pseudodiarrhea" or "hyperdefecation." Continuing to include physiology criteria in the Rome diagnosis of FDD seems valid.

The impact of administration practices on student engagement in Nepalese colleges

This paper investigates the intricate relationship between students and administration within academic settings, focusing on a comprehensive study conducted in Kathmandu, Nepal. The research examines several factors influencing this relationship, including leadership, communication, resource allocation, dispute resolution, and student empowerment. A survey research design was employed, gathering data from students across ten university colleges using Likert scale questionnaires. The data were analyzed using Excel and SPSS software, specifically employing correlation and regression analysis to interpret the results. The findings provide significant insights into the effectiveness of communication channels, equity in resource distribution, the impact of leadership on student engagement, conflict resolution methods, and initiatives for student empowerment. Results indicate that positive resource allocation and strong student engagement significantly enhance student-administration relationships. Additionally, effective communication and leadership, along with robust conflict resolution strategies, contribute to a harmonious academic environment. This study underscores the importance of fostering these factors to improve interactions and relationships within educational settings. By applying the principles of People's Multi-Party Democracy (PMPD), which emphasizes inclusivity, representation, social justice, and civic engagement, the study advocates for a more empowered institutions that can contribute to sustainable development. The findings highlight key areas for policy development and strategic implementation aimed at optimizing the dynamics between students and administration in academic institutions across Nepal.

Impact of Supply Chain Management on Business Sustainability: Case of Water Bottling Companies in and Around Finfinnee, Ethiopia

Background: Effective supply chain management (SCM) is widely considered vital for enhancing business sustainability, yet empirical evidence across industries and contexts remains limited. This paper aims to address this gap by presenting empirical findings specific to a particular industry, business size, and economic setting. Methods: The data are collected from small- and medium-sized water bottling companies in Ethiopia utilizing a Likert scale questionnaire and analyzed using SPPS version 29 using multi-variable regression analysis. Results: The findings reveal a statistically significant positive influence of supply chain management practices on economic, environmental, and social sustainability business performances. Accordingly, supply chain internal practices and customer and supplier integration impact business economic sustainability, while customer and supplier integration affect business environmental sustainability performance. Customer integration, supplier integration, and supply chain internal practices significantly influence business social sustainability performance. Conclusions: These results highlight the potential for businesses to achieve holistic sustainability goals through targeted improvements in SCM practices. The research results are consistent with most previous studies on this topic, except for a few variations that may need further investigation. The discussion highlighted the intricate links between supply chain management practices and business sustainability, underscoring the need for comprehensive further empirical studies in various contexts.

The Status of Library Anxiety Among Library and Information Science Students: A Case of Universities in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan

The purpose of the current study was to measure the level of library anxiety among library and information science students in the universities of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The total number of populations was 532. The data were collected from a sample of 207 through stratified simple random sampling because of various programs in the LIS discipline. The study used a quantitative, descriptive survey method using the Library Anxiety Scale questionnaire to collect data from the respondents. The AQAK library anxiety instrument was used to measure the respondents’ library anxiety level and significance differences with respect to respondents’ gender and their program of study. The overall status of the study also found that the respondents' library anxiety level with respect to ''Information resources' was higher among LIS students than other factors. This study also reported that no significant difference was found between male and female students with respect to library anxiety. However, the library anxiety mean score for the BS students was higher than that of M. Phil/MS students, but few differences were found between M.Phil/MS and MLIS students. This study suggests that updated information may be provided to the LIS students, and an information literacy program should be arranged for the newly enrolled students in LIS to decrease the level of library anxiety.

Evolution of quality of life, anxiety, and depression over time in patients with an abdominal aortic aneurysm approaching the surgical threshold.

Contrary to the impact of screening, the effect of long-term surveillance on the quality of life of patients with an abdominal aortic aneurysm is not well known. Therefore, the aim of this study was to describe patient-reported outcomes of patients with an abdominal aortic aneurysm approaching the surgical threshold. This multicentre, observational cohort study included patients with an abdominal aortic aneurysm with a maximum aneurysm diameter of greater than or equal to 40 mm. The EuroQol five-dimension five-level questionnaire (range -0.446 to 1, minimal clinically important difference 0.071), the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale questionnaire (0-21 points/subscale, minimal clinically important difference 1.7 points), and the short version of the Patient Health Questionnaire (0-6 points) were mailed to patients with an abdominal aortic aneurysm at baseline and after 1 and 2 years or until abdominal aortic aneurysm surgery/death. Linear mixed-effects models were used to describe the evolution of patient-reported outcomes over time and investigate changes attributable to clinical characteristics. In total, 291 to 294 responses to each questionnaire were available from 124 patients with an abdominal aortic aneurysm, of whom 34 underwent surgery during follow-up. The mean health-related quality of life and anxiety and depression scores over time were 0.781 (95% c.i. 0.749 to 0.814), 4.4 points (95% c.i. 3.9 to 4.9), and 4.6 points (95% c.i. 4.0 to 5.2) respectively. Anxiety and depression scores decreased in patients who underwent surgery with a mean of 2.8 (95% c.i. 1.1 to 4.6) and 2.0 (95% c.i. 0.4 to 3.6) points/year respectively, compared with patients who had not had surgery. Considering the minimal clinically important difference, patients with a primary education alone, compared with a secondary education, had higher or increasing anxiety and depression scores. Patients with a first-degree relative with an abdominal aortic aneurysm had a higher risk of clinical anxiety. Although health-related quality of life, anxiety, and depression remain stable over time on average, anxiety and depression decrease in patients approaching surgery. Patients with a family history of abdominal aortic aneurysm or a primary education alone experience more anxiety and/or depression and thus might benefit from a tailored approach during surveillance.

Pengaruh Media Sosial dalam Peningkatan Kesiapsiagaan dan Respon Bencana pada Mahasiswa

This study aims to analyze the influence of social media on improving disaster preparedness and response among STIKES Muhammadiyah Aceh students. The approach used is quantitative with the cross-sectional method, where research is carried out at a specific point in time. Informants were selected using random sampling, and data were collected through a Guttman scale questionnaire that offered "Yes" or "No" answer choices. This method is expected to yield clear responses to the issues studied. Data analysis was conducted through stages of coding, cleaning, transferring data to a computer, presenting, and analyzing. The study results reveal that social media plays a significant role in disaster education among students. Five main indicators were identified: disaster knowledge and attitudes (98% of students acknowledge that social media increases their knowledge about disasters), information dissemination (98% recognize social media as the fastest source of information), early warning systems (52% feel the current system is inadequate), student participation (73% are willing to engage in open donations or disaster training), and social capital (62% obtain information through disaster-related social media groups or platforms).In conclusion, social media is a vital tool for enhancing disaster preparedness and accelerating information dissemination among students. However, improvements are still needed in early warning systems and the overall effectiveness of social media in disaster response.

Investigating the Relationship between Automatic Negative Thoughts and Experiential Avoidance with Psychological Distress and the Mediating Role of Cognitive Emotion Regulation in Patients with a History of Suicide Attempt

Objective: Automatic negative thoughts have an important role in development of a persistent negative cognitive bias, which may ultimately result in suicidal ideation. The primary objective of the present study was to examine the relationship between automatic negative thoughts and experiential avoidance in relation to psychological distress. Method: The study sample comprised 441 individuals who had attempted suicide. Participants underwent interviews utilizing standardized questionnaires including Automatic Thoughts Questionnaire, Kessler Psychological Distress Scale, Acceptance and Action Questionnaire–II, and Cognitive Emotion Regulation Questionnaire along with its nine subscales. After internal relationships assessment among the research variables, outlier detection was done using the boxplot analysis and standard deviation distance metrics. To analyze the direct and indirect associations between the input and output variables, Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) was employed. In addition, SPSS-28 and Amos 29 software were used to analyzed the data. Results: The final model showed that automatic negative thoughts were significantly inversely associated with adaptive cognitive emotion regulation (β = -0.42, P ≤ 0.01) and significantly positively related to both maladaptive cognitive emotion regulation (β = 0.49, P ≤ 0.01) and psychological distress (β = 0.53, P < 0.01). Additionally, experiential avoidance showed a significant positive relationship with maladaptive cognitive emotion regulation (β = 0.22, P < 0.01). Conclusion: This research demonstrated that automatic negative thoughts could worsen psychological distress through the regulation of cognitive emotion in those who had a history of suicide. By the clinical management of automatic negative thoughts and shifting individuals’ cognitive emotion regulation toward adaptive strategies, there is potential for a substantial reduction in suicidal ideation and attempts which can be evaluated in future clinical trials.

Empathy in High School Students

Empathy is an important skill that plays a role in the social and emotional development of adolescents and contributes to healthy and harmonious interpersonal relationships. The decline in empathy levels in adolescents today is a concern, especially in social contexts such as interactions in high school (SMA). Empathy is also key to preventing negative behaviors such as bullying and improving communication and collaboration skills. Therefore, it is important to understand students' empathy levels as a first step in developing appropriate interventions. This study aims to describe the level of empathy in high school students in Bandung. This study used a descriptive design with a total sampling technique, involving 100 respondents. Data were collected using the Basic Empathy Scale (BES) questionnaire consisting of 20 statements to measure affective and cognitive empathy. The validity test of the instrument showed a value between 0.567 and 0.812, while its reliability was measured by the Cronbach alpha coefficient of 0.85 for affective empathy and 0.79 for cognitive empathy. Data analysis was carried out using frequency distribution to describe the characteristics and levels of empathy of respondents. The results of the study showed that the average level of empathy of students was 51.82, with the majority of students in the moderate empathy category (51%). This finding indicates that most students have adequate empathy skills, but there is still room for further development. Factors such as family background, academic pressure, and the influence of social media also contribute to the level of empathy shown by students. This study is expected to support the development of educational policies that focus on strengthening students' character and mental health.

Bicultural Attitudes and Psychological Adjustment of Ethnic Minority Youth in Bangladesh

This study explored relationships between bicultural attitudes and psychological adjustment of Bangladeshi ethnic-minority youths. The study was conducted on 412 young adults (Mage = 22 years), 40% women and 60% men, from 18 Bangladeshi ethnic subgroups. The Bicultural Attitude Scale (BAS) and Personality Assessment Questionnaire (PAQ) were used as measures. Results presented that 57% of the respondents were biculturally oriented, 42% were uniculturally oriented (39% were oriented toward heritage culture and only 3% toward national culture), and less than 1% were culturally alienated or marginalized. In addition, the results showed that the mean score of importance ratings was significantly higher for the heritage culture than for the national culture. Results also showed a significant negative correlation between the attitude toward heritage culture and the psychological maladjustment of the respondents. The findings further showed that heritage (not national) culture has significant and unique effects on the psychological adjustment of both male and female minority ethnic youth in Bangladesh. Bangladesh Journal of Psychology, Vol. 24, December 2024, pp. 1-22

Relationship between Humor Style and Psychological Well-Being of Bangladeshi University Students

Humor style plays an important role in maintaining psychological well-being. However, no research has yet addressed these concerns. Thus, this study aimed to determine the humor styles and psychological well-being of Bangladeshi university students and the relationship between humor style and their psychological well-being. A sample of 502 university students (346 males and 156 females) was conveniently selected for data collection. The average age of the students was 22.77±1.95 years. The Banglaversion of the Humor Styles Questionnaire and Warwick-Edinburgh Mental Well-being Scale were utilized to gather relevant data. The results revealed that positive humor styles, specifically Affiliative (36.75±8.71) and Self-Enhancing (36.39±8.74), were dominant among Bangladeshi university students than negative humor styles. Male students exhibited a higher tendency towards negative humor styles, such as aggressive humor (25.55±7.13) and self-defeating humor (28.05±8.49), compared to their female counterparts. Additionally, urban students demonstrated a higher inclination towards affiliative humor styles (37.51±8.87) in comparison to rural students. Furthermore, it was found that Bangladeshi male university students had higher levels of psychological well-being compared to female students. A total of 15.9% reported poor psychological well-being. Psychological well-being is positively related to self-enhancing and affiliative humor but negatively related to aggressive humor. In conclusion, student’s dominant humor style is positive humor style and the majority of students have moderate psychological well-being; however, a significant number of students, particularly females, have poor psychological well-being. Understanding the findings can help to design interventions that promote mental health among Bangladeshi university students. Bangladesh Journal of Psychology Vol. 24, December 2024, pp. 33-48

Psychological Well-Being of Juvenile Prisoners in Bandung

The psychological well-being of juvenile prisoners is very important in supporting their rehabilitation process, but is often neglected due to internal and external factors that affect their psychological condition. The correctional environment which is full of social stigma, limited psychological support, and mental conditions before detention are major challenges for juvenile prisoners. This study aims to determine the description of psychological well-being in juvenile prisoners in Bandung. This study used a quantitative descriptive research design with a total sampling technique. The research sample consisted of 80 juvenile prisoners in correctional institutions. Data collection was carried out using the Psychological Well-Being Scale questionnaire consisting of 42 question items with a Likert scale. Data analysis was carried out using a frequency distribution test to describe the level of psychological well-being based on high, medium, and low categories. The results showed that 62.5% of juvenile prisoners had moderate psychological well-being, 27.5% were in the low category, and only 10% had high psychological well-being. Factors such as mental conditions before detention, social interactions, and the physical environment in correctional institutions affect their level of psychological well-being. Social stigma and lack of psychological support are major challenges in improving their psychological well-being. Support from psychiatric nurses in correctional institutions plays an important role in helping juvenile inmates cope with stress and adapt to the detention environment. This study emphasizes the importance of psychological interventions to improve their well-being, especially by improving social support and reducing social stigma.

An Analytical Study on Student Perceptions of Using CHATGPT in Language Translation

This study explores user perceptions and practical employment of ChatGPT Translation among students involved in English-Arabic translation tasks. For the quantitative part method, data were collected from a diverse assembly of 102 participants, comprising demographic queries and a constructed 20-item Likert scale questionnaire. The collected data were categorized and critically examined under five principal constructs: Efficiency, Accuracy, Ease of Use, Trustworthiness, and Overall Preference. The findings indicate a predominantly positive perception of ChatGPT among the participants. In addition, detailed analysis reveals novel insights, such as the considerable appreciation for ChatGPT's role in enhancing translation efficiency and the high level of trust expressed in its ability to maintain the confidentiality of translated work. Another significant finding is the tool's competitive edge, with participants favoring ChatGPT over other translation tools. Furthermore, the findings underscore the importance of extending the research landscape on AI-assisted translation tools. Thus, extending the research on A.I. Translation platforms fosters their effective integration into the industry and understanding of their potential impact on the future of translation pedagogy.

The Impact of Using Listening Triangle and Hot Chair Strategies on Developing Cognitive Motivation in Kurdish Literature Module among Tenth-Grade High School Students in the Centre of Erbil Province

The aim of this study is to determine the effect of using listening triangle and hot seating strategies on cognitive The aim of the current study is to identify the impact of using listening triangle and hot chair strategies on cognitive motivation in literature module among tenth-grade high school students. The researcher followed an experimental study including two experimental groups and a control group using a pre- and post-tests. 74 students were selected in Shahid Maa’mun Dabagh High School for Girls in the Centre of Erbil province for the academic year 2021-2022. The students were randomly selected to three groups in which 24 students for the first experimental group, 25 students for the second experimental group and of 25 students for the control group. The equalization of three groups is done by the researcher depending on the changing variables (age, intelligence, achievement level of students' mothers, achievement level of students' fathers, the previous year scores of students in Kurdish literature). The researcher used a questionnaire scale made by (Abdul Ridha and Badan, 2014), the questionnaire consists of (44) items, the answers to the items of the scale are (I strongly implement, I implement neutrally, I rarely implement, I do not implement). After giving the questionnaire to experts and taking their perspectives into consideration related to the appropriateness of the criterion, and finding the validity and reliability of the scale, the survey was distributed to the sample of 36 students before starting the experiment. The experimental study started on 14/10/2021 and ended on 7/12/2021. At the end of the experiment, the same scale was applied to the whole sample. After statistical analysis, the researcher concluded that both experimental groups were successful over the control group. In the light of the results, the researcher made some recommendations.

Capability of questionnaires to screen for sleep apnea in patients with tachyarrhythmias

Early screening for sleep apnea in patients with tachyarrhythmia is particularly relevant for managing their treatment. Herein, we aimed to assess the screening capabilities of the Berlin Questionnaire, STOP-BANG Sleep Apnea Risk Scale, and Epworth Sleepiness Scale in patients with atrial fibrillation (AF) and atrial flutter. This study included 207 patients with tachyarrhythmia. The patients were asked to fill the three questionnaires. Respiratory monitoring was performed, and the cohort was divided into two groups: those with sleep apnea (Group I) and those without sleep apnea (Group II). Sleep apnea was identified in 155 patients. The remaining 52 patients did not have sleep apnea. Patients in Group I were older (64 vs. 57 years; P = 0.001) and had a higher body mass index (34 vs. 31.65 kg/m²; P = 0.027), waist circumference (114 vs. 108 cm; P = 0.001), and neck circumference (43 cm vs. 41 cm; P = 0.001) than patients in Group II. Type-2 diabetes (59 vs. 8; P = 0.004), heart failure (OR 0.797 [95% CI:0.683–0.929]; P = 0.004), and AF (OR 1.252 [95% CI:1.088–1.441]; P = 0.013) were more common in Group I than in Group II. Eighty-seven patients exhibited paroxysmal AF. The Berlin (area under the curve [AUC] 0.709; sensitivity 80%; specificity 54%) and STOP-BANG (AUC 0.708; sensitivity 79%; specificity 46%) Questionnaires effectively identified sleep apnea. The Epworth Sleepiness Scale had a low predictive ability for sleep apnea (sensitivity 15%; specificity 87%; AUC 0.543). Thus, the Berlin Questionnaire and STOP-BANG Scale may be used to assess the risk of sleep apnea in patients with AF.

Beban Kerja, Tingkat Kepuasan Karyawan, Dan Tingkat Loyalitas Karyawan Pengaruhnya Terhadap Kinerja Karyawan Kontrak Di Dinas Sosial Kota Denpasar

This study aims to determine: (1) The effect of workload on the performance of contract employees at the Denpasar City Social Service, (2) The effect of employee satisfaction level on the performance of contract employees at the Denpasar City Social Service, (3) The effect of employee loyalty level on the performance of contract employees at the Denpasar City Social Service, (4) The effect of workload, employee satisfaction level, and employee loyalty level on the performance of contract employees at the Denpasar City Social Service. This research is a descriptive analysis research with quantitative methods. Data collection with a Likert scale questionnaire. Data analysis using multiple linear regression analysis and hypothesis testing with the T test and F test. The sample in this study were 74 contract employees of the Denpasar City Social Service. The results of the study found that: (1) Workload has a positive and significant effect on employee performance with a significance value of 0.001 <0.05 and a t-count of 3.395. (2) The level of employee satisfaction has a positive and significant effect on employee performance with a significance value of 0.001 <0.05 and a t-count of 3.389. (3) Employee loyalty level has a positive and significant effect on employee performance with a significance value of 0.001 < 0.05 and a t-count of 3.531. (4) Workload, employee satisfaction level, and employee loyalty level have a positive and significant effect on contract employee performance with a significance value of 0.000 < 0.05 and an f-count of 30, 738.

Optimizing Virtual Culinary Tours Using Character-based Interaction and Finite State Machine (FSM)

This research focuses on the development of a Virtual Tour application utilizing Finite State Machine (FSM) to enhance the interaction of a Non-Playable Character (NPC) as a tour guide in a 3D virtual environment. The primary issue addressed is the significant impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the tourism industry, which led to travel restrictions and limited opportunities for visitors to explore tourist destinations physically. The aim of the study is to create a virtual tourism experience as an alternative solution, enabling users to explore historical sites like Pasar Lama Tangerang remotely through Google Cardboard VR. To achieve this, the NPC’s behavior is controlled using FSM, allowing the character to transition between states—idle, walking, and talking—based on user interactions. Data was collected through user testing with a Likert scale questionnaire, evaluating user satisfaction and the effectiveness of the FSM method. The results revealed a 74.35% positive user rating, categorized as Good, demonstrating the potential of FSM to provide an interactive, engaging, and educational virtual tour experience. These findings highlight the effectiveness of FSM in creating a dynamic and user-responsive virtual tour, offering significant benefits to the tourism sector by providing an innovative, accessible, and immersive way for potential visitors to explore destinations during travel restrictions. This research contributes to the growing field of e-tourism, showcasing the potential of virtual reality and FSM to transform the tourism industry in times of crisis.

Needs-Based Training Management Model for Educational Units in Preparing Teaching Modules on the Merdeka Mengajar Platform for PAUD Teachers

The study aims to analyze the development process, effectiveness, and feasibility of the training management model based on the needs of educational units in compiling teaching modules on the Merdeka Teaching platform for PAUD teachers. This study uses the Research and Development (R&D) method using the ADDIE model. The collection technique uses a Likert scale questionnaire, an open questionnaire, a discussion note format, and an observation sheet. The data analysis technique is descriptive analysis, model feasibility test analysis, and model effectiveness analysis. The results of the model feasibility were obtained from the expert validation results with a score of 3.49 in the Very Good category, indicating that the training management model based on the needs of educational units in compiling teaching modules on the Merdeka Teaching platform for PAUD teachers is suitable for use in schools. Finally, the model effectiveness test can significantly improve teachers' ability to compile teaching modules, with an average pre-test score of 59 and an increase during the post-test with an average of 93 and a gain test result of 0.82, which is categorized as high. Thus, the effective needs-based training model can improve teachers' ability to compile teaching modules for PAUD teachers at the work center of the Pantai Labu District Cluster, Deli Serdang Regency.

Hubungan Regulasi Emosi dengan Hasil Belajar Siswa SMP Negeri 11 Padang

The purpose of this research is to find out the learning outcomes of SMP Negeri 11 Padang students are related to emotional regulation, because student learning achievement decreases as a result of a lack of emotional regulation. One of the methods used in this research is quantitative method. The population in this study were grade VII students at SMP Negeri 11 Padang, which had 238 students. The research sample itself consisted of 149 people, who were then randomly divided into seven classes. To collect data in this study, the researcher used a Likert scale questionnaire. This study used product moment correlation test to analyze the data. The results showed that emotional regulation of 67.8% of students in SMP Negeri 11 Padang was moderate, with a correlation coefficient of 0.231 and a significance value of 0.005. This shows a very positive relationship between emotion regulation and student learning outcomes.

Studying and Comparing the Problems of Using GeoGebra Application in Learning – Teaching for Mathematics Teachers at Secondary School as Classified by Gender, Work Experience and School Size

The objectives of this study were to study and compare the problems for using GeoGebra application in learning and teaching of the mathematics teacher at secondary school as classified by gender, work experience and school size in three aspects including teacher based, hardware and using software. The simple group was mathematic teachers who are studying at teacher training college, there was 78 teachers in academic year 2023-2024 by accidental sampling. The research instrument was a 5-level rating scale questionnaire. The discrimination value between 0.20 – 0.79 and the coefficient reliability was 0.935; The statistics used in the research were percentage, Mean, standard deviation, t-test, One-way ANOVA and Scheffe’s Method. The research found as follow: 1). Problems of using GeoGebra application in learning – teaching for the mathematics teacher at secondary school in overall were at a median level. When discussion each aspect found: Teacher based is at a much level, hardware and using software were at a median level. 2). Comparing the problem of using GeoGebra application in learning – teaching for the mathematics teacher at secondary school classified by gender, work experience in overall and each aspect were not significant difference at the 0.05 level. Comparing the problem of using GeoGebra application in learning – teaching for the mathematics teacher at secondary school classified by school size in overall and each aspect were significant difference at the 0.05 level.

Comparison of Value-Based Attitudes Towards Healthy Lifestyle among Healthcare and Non-Healthcare Workers

Background. The authors conducted a sociological study where the respondents were primary care physicians and non-healthcare workers from different fields. The survey demonstrated the respondents’ attitudes towards healthy lifestyles and their self-preservation behaviors, while all of this characterized the attitudes towards healthy lifestyles by groups (healthcare and non-healthcare workers). The survey questions covered the most common lifestyle-related risk factors for noncommunicable diseases. The value-based attitudes of healthcare and non-healthcare workers towards a healthy lifestyle was ranked according to the questionnaire scales. Then, the dimensions of self-preservation behaviors were prioritized based on the degree of their importance in building the value-based attitudes towards a healthy lifestyle in both groups.Objective. To carry out a comparative analysis of the priority of dimensions for building a value-based attitude towards a healthy lifestyle in healthcare and non-healthcare workers.Materials and methods. The sociological study involved 400 doctors of various specialties from Moscow and the Moscow Oblast and 400 workers of other fields. The Health-Promoting Lifestyle Profile II questionnaire was used. The methods of sociological survey with questionnaire and the methods of statistical and analytical data processing were applied.Results. The authors defined the priority of dimensions for building a value-based attitude towards a healthy lifestyle in healthcare and non-healthcare workers.