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Relationship Between Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease and Hyperandrogenemia in Adolescents With Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
No full textThis study aimed to determine the levels of birth perception and maternal blues among postpartum women who received and did not receive prenatal education programmes. This study, which had a cross-sectional descriptive design, included women who had received prenatal education (n = 64) and women who had not (n = 64). Research data were collected using a Descriptive Information Form, Perception of Birth Scale, and Suryani Maternal Blues Scale. Data were collected twice on the second and fifth postpartum days. Significant differences were found between groups in terms of perception of birth scale scores on both the second day postpartum and the fifth day postpartum for childbirth perception, childbirth experience, pain experience, partner involvement, awareness, and postpartum experience. Regarding maternal blues scale scores, a significant difference was found between groups in terms of responsibility on the fifth day postpartum. This study provides insights into the effects of prenatal education on childbirth perception and maternal blues levels, offering implications for future maternal care practices. Based on our knowledge, this is the first study that investigates the association between prenatal education and birth perception and maternal blues in a middle-income country
The Impact of Alexithymia on Emotional Self-Efficacy Among High School Students in Konya Province
No full textAim: This study investigates the impact of alexithymia on emotional self-efficacy levels among senior high school students in Konya Province, Türkiye. Methods: A cross-sectional analytical research design was employed, involving 207 senior high school students who were actively enrolled in formal education and consented to participate. Data collection utilized the Introductory Information Form, the Toronto Alexithymia Scale, and the Emotional Self-Efficacy Scale. Statistical analyses included descriptive statistics, independent t-tests, ANOVA, Kruskal-Wallis tests, Tukey tests, Dunnett's C Test, Spearman's correlation, and multiple regression analyses, with a 95% confidence interval. Results: The mean total score for the Toronto Alexithymia Scale was 55.65 ± 10.82, while the mean total score for the Emotional Self-Efficacy Scale was 107.28 ± 18.39. A significant negative correlation was found between alexithymia levels and emotional self-efficacy. Additionally, perceived academic status of students and their reasons for using technological devices were significantly associated with their emotional self-efficacy scores (p < 0.05). Conclusion: This study shows that alexithymia has a negative impact on students' emotional self-efficacy, highlighting the need to strengthen emotional skills during adolescence. Enhancing students' emotional awareness and coping strategies through educational, family, and community-based initiatives may contribute to their psychological well-being and academic success. Interventions that reduce alexithymic characteristics and promote emotional competencies could play a key role in supporting healthier developmental outcomes among high school students. © 2025 Wiley Periodicals LLC
Assessing and Measuring the Vulnerability of Highway Construction Projects With BIM Using Artificial Intelligence Optimization Algorithms
No full textBackground Premenstrual syndrome and menstrual symptoms adversely affect approximately 80-95% of women of reproductive age. Aromatherapy interventions are used to reduce premenstrual syndrome and menstrual symptoms. This study was conducted to determine the effect of aromatherapy intervention with bergamot and grapefruit essential oils on premenstrual syndrome and menstrual symptoms. Methods Ninety women with premenstrual syndrome were included the study. Participants were randomly divided into 3 groups: Bergamot(n = 30), Grapefruit(n = 30), Placebo(n = 30). Participants in each group were made to smell pure essential oil for 30 min 3 times a day for 4 days during the luteal phase of the menstrual cycle. The used was repeated in 3 menstrual cycles. Premenstrual Syndrome Scale (PMSS) was used to evaluate premenstrual syndrome and Menstrual Symptom Questionnaire (MSQ) was used to evaluate menstrual symptoms. All measurements were performed before and after the study. Results The results showed that grapefruit essential oil was effective in reducing PMSS total score (p = 0.010) and sub-scale scores (depressive affect, anxiety, fatigue, depressive thoughts, appetite changes, sleep changes and bloating (p 0.05). Conclusion Grapefruit essential oil was effective in reducing both premenstrual syndrome and menstrual symptoms, whereas bergamot essential oil was only effective in reducing premenstrual symptoms
A Compositional Approach to Illustrator Gürbüz Doğan Ekşioğlu's Cat Image Magazine Covers
No full textIllustrations are visual representations that are created to make newspaper or magazine texts concrete. Turkish graphic designer Gürbüz Doğan Ekşioğlu has developed his design perspective by combining the humorous approach of caricatures with his illustrations. Ekşioğlu, who has national and international recognition, has received numerous awards. Additionally, he is well known for his works in caricatures, illustrations, and magazine cover designs. A review of the literature on Gürbüz Doğan Ekşioğlu revealed that his works with magazine covers have not been adequately examined, which constitutes the primary rationale behind this study. The aim of the current study is to serve as a reference for future studies on this subject. The study holds a unique position due to the lack of research on magazine covers. The research methodology includes interviews as qualitative research techniques, semiotics, descriptive analysis, and content analysis. The cat image is one of the recurring themes in Ekşioğlu’s works. The artist has stated that the aesthetic structure and independent nature of cats are the primary reasons why artists admire them. Ekşioğlu has created 15 cat-themed cover illustrations for The New Yorker and MediaCat magazines. In this study, six of Ekşioğlu’s magazine cover illustrations were analyzed and interpreted in terms of design elements such as topic, technique, line, tone, texture, stain, figure-background, composition, proportion, color, and style. Creating works using both traditional and digital techniques, Ekşioğlu addresses contemporary issues and demonstrates his sensitivity by not remaining silent on social matters. © 2025, Ataturk Universitesi. All rights reserved
Determination of the Effect of Coenzyme Q-10 on Spermatogenic Stem Cells by Immunohistochemical Techniques in Male Rats With Experimental Hypothyroidism
No full textBACKGROUND/AIMS: Testicular dysfunction has been reported in hypothyroidism. However, the effect of hypothyroidism on spermatogonial stem cells (SSCs) is not understood. This study aimed to investigate the effect of hypothyroidism on SSCs in comparison with coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10), which is widely used in the treatment of male infertility. MATERIALS AND METHODS: Histomorphologic examinations of rat testes, immunohistochemical analyses to detect SSCs expressions, and Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay tests for serum hormone levels were performed. RESULTS: Hypothyroidism caused an increase in the body weight of the rats, but there was no difference between the groups when the testicular weights of the animals were evaluated. In thyroid function test evaluation, CoQ10 supplementation provided a therapeutic effect by showing positive results in thyroid stimulating hormone, triiodothyronine, and tetraiodothyronine levels. Histomorphologic evaluation showed no difference in seminiferous tubule diameters between the groups, although irregularities in the spermatogenesis process were observed. Hypothyroidism prevents SSCs from undergoing cell differentiation and thus reduces sperm production in the seminiferous tubules. CoQ10 supplementation does not affect spermatogenic stem cells, but has a beneficial effect on other cells (primary spermatocytes, secondary spermatocytes, spermatids, and spermatozoa). CONCLUSION: Although CoQ10 supplementation does not directly affect the differentiation of SSCs, it may alleviate some of the deleterious effects of hypothyroidism in the later stages of spermatogenesis, providing a potential therapeutic benefit in maintaining sperm production
Development of Open-Source Software for Thermo-Economic Analysis and Optimization of the Organic Rankine Cycle
No full textOrganic Rankine Cycle (ORC) isa power cycle widely used in waste heat recovery and geothermal energy applications. It makes electricity generation possible, especially in low heat source applications such as geothermal energy. The design of ORC systems involves various engineering challenges. For this reason, calculations should be performed in a computer environment and should be easily repeatable and verifiable. Studies in this field require the development of engineering software. Since the development of engineering software requires time and financial resources, such tools developed by software companies are offered for commercial use. In the study, a simple educational Organic Rankine Cycle (ORC) calculator, which has a user graphical interface, whose source code is publicly available, is not dependenton any platform, and can bedownloaded and distributed free of charge, was developed using the Python language. An error rate of less than 10% was achieved by running the developed software under the design conditions of the studies in the literature. The study consists of two main parts. In the first part, the open source program developed is mentioned. In the second part, a multi-purpose process optimization study was carried out using the Pymoo open-source library. LCOE (Levelizedcostofenergy)-Wnet (Power output) objective functionsfor R245fa fluid were examined according to the changes of Tsup (Superheating temperature) and Tpp,evap (Evaporator pinch point temperature difference) parameters. Optimum Delta Tpp,evap values were determined when the weight function was 30%-70%, 50%-50% and 70%-30%. As a result of this study, the optimum points for 50% minimum LCOE-50% maximum Wnet were determined as 79.8 oC turbine inlet temperature and 6.84 oC Delta Tpp,evap. Under these conditions, a net power of 2213 kW and an LCOE of 0.07806 $/kWh were achieved
Investigation of Compassion Fatigue of Social Workers Working with Disadvantaged Groups in Different Fields
No full textSocial workers, who provide multifaceted services at micro, mezzo and macro levels to ensure the welfare of their clients, generally work with disadvantaged groups who are left behind in society for various reasons. While working with these groups, the empathy that the expert establishes with the clients as a professional skill may cause compassion fatigue. Compassion fatigue refers to physical, emotional and spiritual burnout resulting from working with people who experience significant emotional pain and physical stress. This study aims to examine the relationship between the different social service areas (different disadvantaged individuals and groups) in which social workers work and their compassion fatigue. For the purpose of the study; two types of data collection tools were used: Personal Information Form and Compassion Fatigue Scale. A total of 124 social workers, 76.6% of whom were women, participated in the study. Based on the responses to the Compassion Fatigue Scale, it was concluded that the participants had a low level of compassion fatigue (mean=3.58, ss=1.91). In the study, it was concluded that the compassion fatigue levels of social workers differed according to the reasons for choosing the profession, F (2,121) = 3.07, p = .049 < .05, and did not show a significant difference according to other variables included in the study, especially working areas.Müracaatçılarının refahını sağlamak için mikro, mezzo ve makro düzeyde çok yönlü hizmetler sunan sosyal hizmet uzmanları, genellikle çeşitli nedenlerle toplumda geri bırakılmış dezavantajlı gruplarla çalışmaktadır. Bu gruplarla çalışırken uzmanın mesleki bir beceri olarak danışanlarla kurduğu empati, merhamet yorgunluğuna neden olabilir. Merhamet yorgunluğu, önemli ölçüde duygusal acı ve fiziksel stres yaşayan insanlarla çalışmaktan kaynaklanan fiziksel, duygusal ve ruhsal tükenmişliği ifade eder. Bu çalışma, sosyal hizmet uzmanlarının çalıştıkları farklı sosyal hizmet alanları (farklı dezavantajlı birey ve gruplar) ile merhamet yorgunlukları arasındaki ilişkiyi incelemeyi amaçlamaktadır. Araştırmanın amacına yönelik olarak; iki tür veri toplama aracı olarak Kişisel Bilgi Formu ve Merhamet Yorgunluğu Ölçeği kullanılmıştır. Araştırmaya %76,6'sı kadın olmak üzere toplam 124 sosyal hizmet uzmanı katılmıştır. Merhamet Yorgunluğu Ölçeği'ne verilen yanıtlara dayanarak, katılımcıların düşük düzeyde merhamet yorgunluğuna sahip oldukları sonucuna varılmıştır (ort=3,58, ss=1,91). Araştırmada sosyal hizmet uzmanlarının merhamet yorgunluğu düzeylerinin mesleği seçme nedenlerine göre farklılaştığı, F (2,121)= 3.07, p= .049 < .05, başta çalışma alanları olmak üzere araştırmaya dahil edilen diğer değişkenlere göre ise anlamlı bir farklılık göstermediği sonucuna ulaşılmıştır
The Effect of Clinical Experiences of First and Emergency Aid Students on Medical Error Attitudes
No full textAim: This study was planned to examine the effect of clinical internships of first and emergency aid students on their medical error attitudes.Materials and Method: The research was designed in a pre-test-post-test one-group quasi-experimental design. The study was completed with 42 students in the first and emergency aid program at a foundation university in Konya. The socio-demographic characteristics questionnaire and attitudes towards medical errors scale created by the researchers were used to collect the data. In the data evaluation, number, percentage, mean, and standard deviation values were given for descriptive statistics. In the analysis of numerical data, a Paired Samples t-test for dependent groups was performed to determine the difference between pre-test and post-test medical error attitude scores. For the statistical significance level, p0.05). It was found that there was a significant difference between the item “The high number of patients cared for increases the number of medical errors” and the item “Long working hours per day increase medical errors” (p0.05). Sadece ölçeğin “Bakım verilen hasta sayısının fazla olması tıbbi hata sayısını artırır” maddesi ve “Günlük çalışma saatinin uzun olması tıbbi hataları artırır” maddesinde anlamlı düzeyde bir farklılık olduğu bulunmuştur (p<0.05).Sonuç ve Öneriler: Puan ortalamalarına göre öğrencilerin tıbbi hata tutumları klinik stajyerlik öncesi ve sonrasında değişiklik göstermemiştir. Sadece tıbbi hata algısı alt boyutunda tutumları olumsuz iken diğer tüm alt boyutlarda ve genel ölçek puanında tutumlarının olumlu olduğu bulunmuştur
Türk Evinin Tavan Tasavvuruna İkonografik Bir Yaklaşım
No full textÇalışmamızın amacı Türk evinin tavan tasavvurunu ele alırken hem tarihi hem de kültürel bağlamda bu mimari unsurların nasıl şekillendiğini anlamak ve ortaya çıkarmaktır. Tavan, bir mekânın ruhunu belirleyen önemli bir öğe olarak, sadece bir kaplama unsuru olmanın ötesinde, içerisindeki sembolik anlatımlarla doludur. Türk evlerinin tavandaki süslemeleri, çoğu zaman geometrik desenler, bitkisel motifler ve kozmolojik unsurları içerir. Bu unsurlar hem İslam sanatı etkisiyle biçimlenmiş hem de İslam öncesi halk inanışlarının yansımalarını taşır. Tavan tasarımlarında kullanılan motifler, yalnızca estetik bir zenginlik sağlamakla kalmaz; aynı zamanda toplumsal ve ruhsal anlamlar taşıyan bir dille, evin sahibi ve ziyaretçileri arasında bir iletişim aracı işlevi görür.Araştırmada, Türk evinin tavan tasavvurunun, dönemin sosyal, ekonomik ve kültürel dinamikleriyle nasıl bir etkileşim içinde olduğunu incelenmiştir. Ayrıca tavan İkonografisinin; Türk mimarisi içinde kapsadığı anlamların derinlemesine anlaşılmasına katkı sağlamak hedeflenmiştir. Böylece çalışma mimari unsurların biçimsel öğelerini, Türkiye genelinde tavan örneklerini, inlemiş olup ikonografik tavan tasavvurlarının kökenleri ve anlam dünyası üzerine derinlemesine bir inceleme yapmıştır.The aim of our study is to examine the ceiling design of Turkish houses and to understand and reveal how these architectural elements have been shaped in both historical and cultural contexts. The ceiling, as an important element that determines the spirit of a space, is full of symbolic expressions, beyond being just a covering element. The decorations on the ceilings of Turkish houses most of the time feature geometric patterns, plant motifs and cosmological elements. These elements are shaped by Islamic art and reflect pre-Islamic folk beliefs. The motifs used in ceiling designs not only provide aesthetic richness but also serve as a means of communication between the owner and visitors of the house through a language that carries social and spiritual meanings. The research examined how the ceiling design of Turkish houses interacted with the social, economic and cultural dynamics of the period. In addition, it aims to contribute to a deeper understanding of the meanings encompassed by the iconography of the ceiling in Turkish architecture. Thus, the study has conducted an in-depth examination of the formal elements of architectural elements, ceiling examples throughout Turkey, and the origins and meaning of iconographic ceiling designs
The Discourse of Privacy in Chinese: Euphemisms Related to Excretion and Secretion
No full textDil, toplumsal değerlerin, kültürel normların ve bireysel mahremiyetin bir yansıması olarak yalnızca iletişim aracı değil, aynı zamanda sosyal duyarlılığın da göstergesidir. Toplumların ayıp, tabu veya hassas olarak gördüğü tuvalete gitme, tükürme, terleme, kusma, vücut sıvısı gibi salgı ve boşaltım faaliyetleri gibi fizyolojik eylemler doğrudan dile getirilmekten kaçınılmaktadır. Bu durum, farklı dillerde çeşitli örtmece stratejilerinin gelişmesine neden olmuştur. Çincede ve Türkçede bu tür fizyolojik ihtiyaçları ifade ederken kullanılan örtmece sözler, bireylerin sosyal konumları ve kültürel nezaket anlayışları ile doğrudan ilişkilidir. Bu çalışmada, Çincede yer alan salgı ve boşaltım gibi fizyolojik süreçlere yönelik örtmece sözler dilsel ve kültürel açıdan incelenmiş; benzer biçimde Türkçedeki örtmece kullanımlarla karşılaştırmalı bir değerlendirme yapılmıştır. Araştırma kapsamında, Çince ve Türkçede yaygın olarak kullanılan örtmece ifadeler derlenmiş; bu ifadeler semantik yapı, kullanım bağlamı ve kültürel işlevleri açısından analiz edilmiştir. Nitel araştırma yöntemi benimsenerek, ilgili dil verileri çeşitli sözlükler, deyim kaynakları, alan yazını ve gündelik dil örnekleri üzerinden toplanmış; örtmece sözlerin kullanımına yön veren sosyo-kültürel normlar betimsel analiz tekniğiyle değerlendirilmiştir. Ayrıca, iki kültürün ahlak anlayışı, mahremiyet algısı ve dilsel nezaket ilkeleri bağlamında örtmece kullanımındaki benzerlik ve farklılıklar ortaya konulmaya çalışılmıştır