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Prevalence Of Psychological Distress Among Parents Of Children With Autism In Al-Diwaneyah Province/Iraq, Noor Abdulmahdi Alrabeeah, Abdulzahra Al-Khafaji

Al-Qadisiyah Medical Journal

Background: Families suffer from a lot of psychological pressure in accepting their child’s illness, especially if the disorders are affecting their mental and psychological development, such as autistic spectrum disorder. Aim: The study aimed to evaluate the extent of psychological distress among parents of children with autistic disorder and its association with the socio-demographic characteristics of their children with autism.Material and Method: A descriptive analytical study conducted during the period from January 15, 2023, to December 1, 2023, on a sample of voluntary participants consisting of 120 parents in Al-Diwaniyah Teaching Hospital. Data were collected through the use of a …

Serum Level Of Il-4 And Il-13 And Their Association With Disease Pathogenesis In Patients With Eczema, Shurooq Salim Murad, Heyam Qaid Mohammad

Al-Qadisiyah Medical Journal

Background: As the most common chronic skin illness with a genetic foundation, eczema is an inflammatory skin condition driven by cytokines. People with AD suffer from a significant burden that affects their physical, mental, social, and financial well-being.  The cytokines are important in eczema disease. Interleukins regulate immunity. Lack impairs immunity or causes autoimmune disorders. Objectives: This study is aiming to investigate whether inflammatory cytokine (IL-4, IL-13) levels in the blood correlate with eczema disorder. Methods: This case-control study is based on 60 patients who have been diagnosed with eczema disorder with a 60-person apparently healthy control group. 4 ml …

Comprehensive Study Of Pediatric Migraine Based On Patient Data Of Demographic, Characteristic, And Treatment Outcomes, Shaima’A Dakhel Abdulhassan, Safa’A Dakhel Abdulhassan

Al-Qadisiyah Medical Journal

Introduction: Migraine is a common neurological disorder in pediatric consultations. It is often disabling and influencing negatively the quality of life of pediatric migraine patients (PMPs). Aim: This study aimed to characterize the demographic profile of 98 PMPs from outpatient and private clinics in Al-Diwaniyah City, Iraq. This study describes demographic distribution, migraine characteristics, associated symptoms, familial history, trigger factors, and treatment outcomes of PMPs. Patients and Methods: The dataset had the following variables: age, sex, duration and severity of the migraines, frequency of attacks, associated symptoms, family history, trigger factor, types of treatments, and follow-up duration. Descriptive statistics were …

The Role Of Il-13 Serum Levels With Its Genetic Polymorphism In The Risk Of Developing Chronic Rhinosinusitis, Baneen Mohammed Ali Hussein, Ibrahim Abdulmajeed Mustafa

Al-Qadisiyah Medical Journal

Background: Chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS) represents a prolonged inflammatory condition of both nasal cavity and paranasal sinuses which extends more than 12 weeks without any sign of improvement. This condition affects work attendance along with productivity levels and quality of life detrimentally. Objective: To find out whether IL-13 rs1800925 C/T-1055 genetic polymorphism and its serum levels have a risk value for CRS disease. Methods: Three groups have been used as the basis for a case-control study. Thirty patients with a history of chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyp; thirty patients with a history of chronic rhinosinusitis without nasal polyp; and thirty healthy …

Intratympanic Steroids In Ménière's Disease: Impact On Vertigo, Hearing, And Quality Of Life, Osama Awaad Ali, Mohammed Saeed Abd Ali

Al-Qadisiyah Medical Journal

Background: Ménière’s disease (MD) is an audiovestibular debilitating condition characterized by episodic vertigo, variable degrees of hearing loss, tinnitus, and aural fullness. Objective: To evaluate the efficacy of intratympanic steroid therapy in combination with standard treatment compared to standard therapy alone on managing signs of MD. Patients and methods: Eighty patients diagnosed with MD were randomly allocated into one of the treatment groups. Patients of group A received standard therapy (betahistine, low-salt diet, and diuretics), while patients of group B received standard therapy in addition to intratympanic steroid injections (dexamethasone 4 mg/mL). Vertigo severity (Dizziness Handicap Inventory (DHI) score), hearing …

Why Repeat Visitors Matter For Harassment‑Prone Destinations: Five Actionable Lessons For Accommodation Managers, Annmarie Nicely

Visitor Harassment Research Unit Special Papers

The goal of the study was to identify demographic factors that could predict visitors likely to support micro-traders at a destination after being harassed by a member of their community. Then show how the accommodations sector (like hotel managers and vacation home rental managers) can use the findings to improve visitor support of micro-traders at destinations with trader harassment (TH). The researcher examined seven demographic features of visitors to four countries. They were their gender, education level, income level, marital status, prior visit to the destination, type – domestic or international, and whether they were alone at the time of …

The Effect Of Neoadjuvant Chemoradiotherapy On Perioperative Outcomes In Rectal Cancer Patients Following Stoma Reversal-A Retrospective Cohort Analysis, Mary Junak, Rosemarie Turk, Mohammad Afaque Alam, Eli Thompson, David Schaub, Joseph Gunderson, Anesu S. Masango, Srikar Kollipara, Andrea Moreno, Daniom Tecle, Valentine N. Nfonsam

School of Medicine Faculty Publications

BACKGROUND: Anastomotic leak after reversal of an ostomy is a significant complication in rectal cancer patients. The effects of neoadjuvant chemoradiotherapy (NCRT) on outcomes following stoma reversal are not well established. The aim of our study was to evaluate the effect of NCRT on outcomes in rectal cancer patients following stoma reversal. METHODS: We performed a [2005-2012] retrospective cohort analysis of the American College of Surgeons-National Surgical Quality Improvement Program (ACS-NSQIP), including adult (≥18 years) rectal cancer patients who had elective stoma reversal. Patients were stratified into those who received NCRT and those who did not. Primary outcomes were anastomotic …

Centering Ai Literacy: Exploring Brazilian International Students’ Perceptions Of Chatgpt And Peer Tutoring, Leigh Ann Dunning, Raissa Borges De Oliveira Leal

The Writing Center Journal

For English as an Additional Language (EAL) students, generative AI (GenAI) offers meaningful support for writing in English, while also introducing a new set of challenges. Supporting EAL students in developing AI literacy is crucial to their growth as confident, adaptable writers, and writing center tutors are uniquely positioned to facilitate this development. This case study explores the experiences of undergraduate Brazilian international students at a small liberal arts college who received writing feedback from both peer writing center tutors and ChatGPT. Findings indicate that students valued the human connection, contextual understanding, and rhetorical support offered by peer tutors, while …

Front Matter

The Writing Center Journal

Front matter for The Writing Center Journal 43:3 (2025).

The Myth Of Revising By Ear: Does It Help Multilingual Writers?, Soo Hyon Kim

The Writing Center Journal

This study examines what multilingual writers notice while they read their writing aloud, and whether reading aloud helps improve the accuracy of their writing during revision. It also investigates whether multilingual writers’ second language (L2) proficiency influences the extent to which reading aloud impacts revision. To address these questions, a counterbalanced, mixed design study was carried out with two experimental conditions: revising while reading aloud and revising while reading silently. Multilingual writers of higher and lower English proficiency at a large research university participated in a two-day sequence of composition and revision, two times, over the course of two weeks. …

Attending To Present Others: A Framework For Supporting Multilingual Graduate Writers, María P. Carvajal Regidor, Allison Kranek

The Writing Center Journal

Extending prior work on present others, individuals who are not physically present in writing center sessions—such as advisors, colleagues, and peers—but who directly or indirectly impact what happens during consultations (Kranek & Carvajal Regidor, 2021), we argue that attending to present others is one way to more holistically support multilingual graduate writers. Based on data from session recordings, we contend that present others can be used as a framework to train consultants to better address the specific needs of this student population by acknowledging their socialization processes, feedback networks, language needs, and emotions. Then, we share two approaches to consultant …

Native-Speakerism And Multilingual Student Anxiety In One-To-One Mentoring, Grace Lee-Amuzie

The Writing Center Journal

While one-to- one writing tutoring is often viewed as a supportive space for student writers, it can also reproduce racialized linguistic hierarchies that exacerbate anxiety for multilingual students. This article examines second language (L2) anxiety as a structurally induced emotional response to native-speakerism— the ideology that privileges white, Anglophone, native English speakers as the standard for language competence. Drawing from L2 anxiety research in applied linguistics and writing center studies, the article explores how native-speakerism influences multilingual students’ self-perception, interaction, and performance in L2 during one-to- one tutoring. It discusses the sources and dimensions of L2 anxiety across all four …

Engaging Transnational Writing Assets In The Writing Center: New Pedagogical Directions For Supporting International Multilingual Students, Olalekan T. Adepoju

The Writing Center Journal

This article argues for a shift in writing center pedagogy toward prioritizing transnational writing assets as the basis of our work with international multilingual writers specifically and every writer we encounter generally. While writing center scholarship has paid attention to the influences of language, cultural and rhetorical differences among native and non-native English speakers/ tutors in the writing center, much of this discussion has taken the “comparative” route rather than a “trans-d” (transnational) route with potentials to transform our engagements with scholars, students, and writers from other parts of the world. This IRB-approved research reveals that international multilingual writers possess …

Back Matter

The Writing Center Journal

Back Matter for Writing Center Journal 43.3.(2025)

Computer Applications In Electrical Engineering: Recent Trends, Future Requirements, And An Educational Review, Hemant Mehar

Platform: A Journal of Engineering (PAJE)

The integration of programming languages into electrical engineering has become increasingly pivotal as the field evolves with technological advancements. This paper explores recent trends in the application of programming languages in electrical engineering, emphasising how they enhance design, simulation, and automation. The main focus is on the use of high-level programming languages for modelling and simulation, and on various algorithm-based ML approaches for optimisation. Additionally, the paper examines future requirements for programming skills in electrical engineering, highlighting the need for continuous adaptation to emerging technologies and interdisciplinary approaches. An educational review is provided to assess current curricula and suggest improvements, …

Banyuhay Ng Makabayang Bakla: Ang Naratibo At Pagkakakilanlan Ng Mga Aktibistang Lgbtq+ Sa Metro Manila, Areeya Christine P. Bueno, Kaela Marie G. De Gorio, Precious Aerielle V. Ebardo, Raven Lukas L. Vergara, Belle Beatriex' M. Alemania

Dalumat: Multikultural at Multidisiplinaryong E-Journal sa Araling Filipino

Ang salitang banyuhay o “bagong anyo ng buhay” ay isang metapora na sumasalamin sa pag-usbong ng pagkakakilanlan ng mga aktibistang LGBTQ+. Ginamit ang disenyong narrative case study upang masiyasat ang (1) pagbabago sa pagkakakilanlan bago at pagkatapos sumali sa mga pagkilos, (2) mga salik na nag-udyok na kilalanin ang sarili bilang ganap na aktibista, at (3) pagkakakilanlan batay sa mga kategorya ng Social Identity Theory–Self-Categorization Theory (SIT-SCT). Bilang unang hakbang, pinasagutan ng mga mananaliksik ang pre-interview questionnaire upang makakalap ng inisyal na impormasyon sa mga kalahok. Sumunod dito, isinagawa ang semi-structured interview sa anim na kalahok mula sa iba't ibang …

Bini-Hag Na Mga Kalalakihan: Isang Photo-Narrative Na Pag-Aaral Sa Mga Gen-Z Fanboys Ng Isang Pinoy Pop Girl Group, Marc Stephen B. Tulagan, Alaina Samantha Atienza Dy, Gian Kristoffer G. Espenilla, Luis Iñigo G. Hernandez, Kurt Jocel Sarmiento Liberato, Janeson M. Miranda

Dalumat: Multikultural at Multidisiplinaryong E-Journal sa Araling Filipino

Ang pananaliksik na ito ay naglalayong ilahad ang mga mga kwento, karanasan, at pananaw ng fanboys ng BINI. Gumamit kami ng photo-narrative na metodo upang mas malalim na masipat ang panatisismo ng mga Gen-Z na kalalakihan sa pamamagitan ng mga larawan at naratibong ibinahagi ng pitong (n=7) kalahok na nagtataglay ng mga katangian ng isang fanboy. Natuklasan sa pag-aaral na ito ang mga mahahalagang karanasan at pananaw ng mga kalahok bilang mga BINI fanboy na nagbunsod sa pagkabuo namin sa isang metaporikal na framework—ang Naratibong Balangkas ng Pagsibol ng Fanboys na may tatlong pangunahing tema: Pagbibinhi, Pagpapalago, at Pamumukadkad. Kabilang …

“Do We Play By The Same Rules?”: Exploring The Involvement Of The Magic Circle In Navigating Relationships In Popular Multiplayer Video Games, Nathan Toshihiro A. Villanueva, Julianne Margaret M. Lao, Thea Juliana Alvarez Jocom, Liezl R. Astudillo

Sinaya: A Philippine Journal for Senior High School Teachers and Students

Just like leveling up in a game, dating has transcended the physical world into the realm of multiplayer games where individuals are able to communicate and interact with one another within the virtual third space, the magic circle–the boundary that separates life from play. Within these immersive environments, players create shared experiences that often extend beyond the screen, blurring the line between in-game interactions and real-life emotions. This blurring can lead to emotional spillovers and identity challenges as players navigate the complexities of digital intimacy in world and relationship formation. To define the fluidity of the magic circle, the study …

Co-Developing Strategies For Leprosy Management In Malaysia: A Transdisciplinary Research Approach Involving Individuals Affected By Leprosy And Other Stakeholders, Norana Abdul Rahman, Vaikunthan Rajaratnam, Ruth Mh Peters, Marjolein Bm Zweekhorst, Pamela Wright Phd, Ms, Med, Rn, Cen, Karen Morgan, Mohamed Rusli Abdullah

Publications

Despite Malaysia's low leprosy prevalence, new cases continue to emerge in rural and Indigenous communities. National strategies often prioritise elimination and surveillance, while overlooking the needs and challenges of individuals affected by leprosy and those managing their care. This study employed a transdisciplinary research approach, guided by the Dialogue Model, to co-develop context-specific strategies to improve the lives of those affected through participatory engagement with both groups. Conducted across three high-burden states in Peninsular Malaysia, the research involved a desk review and stakeholder mapping, followed by 40 in-depth interviews with affected individuals and other stakeholders. These were complemented by a …

The Landscape Of Silver Diamine Uoride Research In Dentistry: A Bibliometric Analysis Of Trends And Future Directions, Wong F. Jak, Tengku Nnt. Hamzah, Thaddius H. Maling, Nor Am. Nor

Journal of Dentomaxillofacial Science

Objective: To update the bibliometric profile of global SDF literature, focusing on publication trends, contributing countries, study designs and mapping thematic research evolution.

Material & Method: Publications were searched in the Scopus database from inception to 20 April 2025. Data were extracted and cleaned using biblioMagika® and OpenRefine. Study designs were manually classified through abstract review. Publication trends were analysed using SPSS software. Data visualisations were generated using VOSviewer and Biblioshiny.

Results: Of 727 records identified, 659 publications were included in the analysis. Laboratory studies (45.83%) dominated, followed by clinical trials (19.58%) and reviews/guidelines (15.78%). Publication output rose modestly until …

Post–Tooth Extraction Supportive Therapy With Limosilactobacillus Reuteri Probiotic And Hyaluronic Acid Gel Combination On Collagen Density, Desak Mh. Wijayanti, Armelia S. Widyarman, Melanie H. Sadono, Firstine K. Hartanto, Komariah, Wiwiek Poedjiastuti

Journal of Dentomaxillofacial Science

Objective: Tooth extraction is a common medical procedure that can be classified classified as simple or complex, depending on the condition of the tooth. Supportive therapies are being explored to  accelerate wound healing after tooth extraction. Hyaluronic Acid (HA) and Limosilactobacillus reuteri (L. reuteri) are known to have positive effects on overall body and oral health. This study aimed to analyze the differences in collagen density during wound healing process after tooth extraction with the administration of supportive therapy by combining HA and probiotic L. reuteri in Wistar rats (Rattus norvegicus).

Material and Methods: Collagen density …

Pseudoaneurysm Developing After Extraction Of The Mandibular Third Molar Requiring Transcatheter Arterial Embolization: A Case Report And Literature Review, Tomoya Soma, Terumi Takeuchi, Kentaro Nishi, Kanako Munakata, Hiroki Nagamine, Taneaki Nakagawa, Seiji Asoda

Journal of Dentomaxillofacial Science

Introduction: Post-extraction bleeding, which is difficult to stop, is rare. However, arterial hemorrhage may lead to a state in which hemostasis is difficult to obtain. We herein report a case in which arterial embolization effectively stopped hemorrhagic bleeding due to mandibular third molar extraction.

Case Report: The patient was a 24-year-old man who suffered from abnormal bleeding during left mandibular third molar extraction (tooth no. 48). As hemostasis via compression with gauze would be difficult, the patient was referred to our department for emergency treatment to stop the bleeding. There was nothing special to note in terms of his vital …

Combined Effects Of Physical Activity And Uv-B Light On Bdnf In Brain And Oral Function: A Wistar Rat Model Study, Zahreni Hamzah, Tantin Ermawati, I-Dar. Dewanti, Sari Setyaningsih, Yohana M. Penga, Julia Yp. Ariyo

Journal of Dentomaxillofacial Science

Objective: To evaluate the combination effects of physical activity (structured training) and UV-B exposure on serum brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) levels and assess their association with oral health and cognitive function.
Materials and methods: This study utilized male Wistar rats (3-4 months old, average body weight 250-350 g). The rats were divided into three groups: (K) control group and (P) exercise groups with or without ultraviolet B (UV-B) exposure. The exercise-treated groups underwent treadmill running for 30 minutes per session, divided into three sessions. Following the intervention, the rats were euthanized, and intracardiac blood samples (5 mL serum per rat) …

The Influence Of Parenting Style On The Severity Of Early Childhood Caries In School-Aged Children In Bintaro Village, South Jakarta, Roosje R. Oewen, Witriana Latifa, Tri Damayanti, Marhamah

Journal of Dentomaxillofacial Science

Background: Early Childhood Caries affects the quality of life of children and is still a problem in Indonesia. Early Childhood Caries (ECC) is strongly connected to parenting style (PS), which is how parents guide their kids and help them develop their character. There are three parenting styles: authoritative, authoritarian, and permissive. Purpose: The impact of PS on the severity of ECC. Methods: 30 students from South Jakarta's Tat Twam Asi Kindergarten and Kalpataru Kindergarten were selected through purposive sampling for this analytical observational study using a cross-sectional design. Collection of ECC data utilizing the def-t index by intraoral examination and …

Effects Of Prolonged Immersion In Artificial Saliva On Mechanical Properties Of Indonesian Made Silk Sutures: An In Vitro Study, Kosterman Usri, Gema Gempita, Elvin Sepryan, Merry A. Damayanti, Renny Febrida, Nina Djustiana

Journal of Dentomaxillofacial Science

Background: Surgical sutures play a critical role in wound healing, especially in dental applications where the oral environment presents unique challenges such as high vascularization and constant exposure to saliva. While Indonesian-made silk sutures offer an affordable alternative to imported options, their mechanical performance under simulated oral conditions remains underexplored. Objective: This study aimed to evaluate the mechanical properties of Indonesian-made silk sutures after immersion in artificial saliva for varying durations (0, 1, 7, and 14 days). Methods: An in vitro experimental study was conducted using 20 sterile silk suture specimens (4-0 gauge). Five specimens were tested …

Evaluating Stormwater & Carbon Benefits Of Urban Street Trees, Anthony J. Rodriguez Diaz

Theses

Urban areas experience a multitude of environmental challenges, including flooding and air pollution. In response to these pressures, urban forests have emerged as an essential nature-based strategy to enhance resilience and reduce climate-related risks. The implementation and expansion of urban street trees further contribute to this effort by mitigating stormwater runoff and reducing atmospheric carbon emissions.

Fortunately, advances in environmental modeling have made it increasingly possible to quantify these ecosystem services using specialized software. The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Forest Service's i-Tree suite exemplifies this progress. The software provides a comprehensive set of tools designed to quantify environmental …

A Novel Rheological Technique To Measure The Yield Stress In Equibiaxial Elongation, Asher Segal

Theses

Yield stress measurement in non-Newtonian fluids, particularly under complex flow conditions such as equibiaxial elongation, remains a significant challenge in experimental rheology. This work presents the development of a novel method, Continuous Lubricated Squeezing Flow (CLSF), designed to quantify the normal yield stress of viscoelastic materials while minimizing boundary artifacts.

The CLSF method was implemented and validated using Carbopol 940, a model yield-stress gel, at concentrations of 1 wt% and 2 wt%. Comparative shear rheology was first performed to establish baseline yield stresses and verify sample integrity. CLSF experiments were then conducted over controlled flow rate increments and gap distances …

Introduction, "Getting Through": Anthropologies Of Crisis, Resistance, And Resilience, Alison Bell

Southern Anthropologist

No abstract provided.

Quality Evaluation Of Ecological Experience Resources And Optimization Of Resource Management Policies In National Parks: Taking The Laohegou Area Of Giant Panda National Park As An Example, Baorong Huang

Double Helix Methodology

National parks are the core carriers for implementing the concept of “ecological protection first, public welfare for all”. This study used the fuzzy comprehensive evaluation method to evaluate the ecological experience resource quality of the Laohegou area in Giant Panda National Park of China. Based on the standardized psychological assessment scale and the Kessler Psychological Distress Scale, we have established an evaluation model for the psychological health benefits, quantifying the psychological health benefits of tourists in the ecological experience of national parks. At the same time, the relationship between the demographic characteristics, ecological experience characteristics, psychological health level, and psychological …

Economic Resilience As A Mediator: Assessing The Impact Of China’S Grazing Withdrawal Project On Herders’ Well-Being In The Yellow River Source Region, Lihua Zhou

Double Helix Methodology

Investigating how China’s most extensive grassland conservation program, the Grazing Withdrawal Project, impacts herders’ resilience and welfare levels is crucial for promoting sustainable grassland protection and enabling herders to withstand external shocks. However, few empirical studies have linked policy measures, economic resilience, and subjective well-being. Based on 266 questionnaires from the Yellow River Source Region, we constructed an indicator system for evaluating economic resilience and employed multiple linear regression to explore the key variables affecting herders’ economic resilience and subjective well-being under the context of the project and to clarify the mediating effect of resilience in translating government interventions into …