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Studying Mothers' Knowledge and Perceptions of Adolescent Reproductive Health

Mon, 01 Jul 2024 00:00:00 GMT

Title: Studying Mothers' Knowledge and Perceptions of Adolescent Reproductive Health Authors: Hartaty, Diana; Martha, Evi Abstract: Background: Reproductive health education is obtaining information and forming attitudes and beliefs about sex, sexual identity, relationships, and intimacy. Mothers are the primary caregivers and have an essential role in providing reproductive health and sexual education to adolescents. Parents' lack of reproductive health education triggers deviation; therefore, parents, especially mothers, can provide comprehensive reproductive health education to prevent free sexual behaviour and sexual crimes in adolescents. Purpose: To measure the knowledge and perception of mothers about adolescent reproductive health Methods: This is a cross-sectional study with a descriptive design. The study involved 135 respondents who were selected using a purposive sampling technique. Analysis using descriptive, T-test and Pearson correlation. Results: More than 50% of respondents answered that adolescents' reproductive health education should be parents' responsibility and education should begin during elementary school. There was a correlation between mothers' knowledge and perception of adolescent reproductive health (r=0.44, p<0.001). Most mothers were afraid of providing sex education due to their ignorance of teaching methods and their lack of knowledge, and mothers wanted to learn about adolescent reproductive health from experts. Conclusion: Mothers want to learn more about sex education from experts or health workers. They were interested in male/female sexual structure and sexual physiology. Open communication between mother and child on sex-related issues is essential. Providing accurate and up-to-date sex education information to parents is vital to effectively educating their children at home.

Narative Review The Effect of Endorphin Massage and Counter Pressure During Labor On Endorphin Hormone Release

Mon, 01 Jul 2024 00:00:00 GMT

Title: Narative Review The Effect of Endorphin Massage and Counter Pressure During Labor On Endorphin Hormone Release Authors: Rizal, Wadratul Jannah; Yulizawati; Hardisman; Firdawati; Rita, Rauza Sukma Abstract: Background: Labor pain is a subjective experience associated with uterine contractions, stretching of the cervix, and descent of the fetal head. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), every year, 210 million pregnancies occur in the world, and 20 million women experience pain due to childbirth. Of the 2700 mothers giving birth, 30% experienced severe pain, 20% of labor was accompanied by very severe pain, and 15% experienced mild pain. Non-pharmacological therapy continues to be developed in the world of obstetrics, which aims to provide comfort during the birthing process. Endorphin massage and counter pressure are non-pharmacological therapies that can stimulate the release of endorphins and reduce pain and anxiety during childbirth. Objective: This study aims to determine the effect of endorphin massage and counter pressure during labor on the release of endorphin hormones and their benefits. Methods: This research method was a literature review study. Journal searches were carried out by applying online databases such as PubMed, Garuda Portal, ScienceDirect, and Google Scholar. Articles were selected based on inclusion and exclusion criteria. Results: The analysis was carried out on 32 research articles. It was found that endorphin massage and counter pressure are non-pharmacological techniques to overcome and reduce labor pain and anxiety through the help of endorphin hormones which are useful for a smooth delivery process. Conclusion: The influence of endorphin massage and counter pressure during labor on the release of endorphin hormones, which are useful for reducing labor pain, reducing anxiety, increasing comfort, and speeding up the labor process.

Perineal Massage on the Prevention of Perineal Lacerations Among Maternity Mothers : A Literature Review

Mon, 01 Jul 2024 00:00:00 GMT

Title: Perineal Massage on the Prevention of Perineal Lacerations Among Maternity Mothers : A Literature Review Authors: Utami, Riezka Putri; Yulizawati; Hardisman; Firdawati; Rita, Rauza Sukma; Lisa, Ulfa Farrah; Iffah, Uliy Abstract: Background: Childbirth is a physiological process, which is ended by removal of the fetus, placenta, and membrane from the uterus in full-term pregnancy without action and complications. During the childbirth there are complications that can cause death, one of which is the case of perineal lacerations. Perineal massage is an action that can be done to prevent the occurrence of perineal lacerations in maternity mothers. Purpose: This study aims to determine perineal massage on the prevention of perineal lacerations in maternity mothers. Methods: This research method was a literature review study. Journal searches were carried out by applying online database such as Sciencedirect, PubMed, Scopus, Google Scholar, Semantic Scholar, and Portal Garuda. Articles were selected based on inclusion and exclusion criteria. Results: The analysis was carried out on 18 research articles. It was found that perieneal massage can cause vasodilation of blood vessels so that blood flow to the perineum increases so that the perineal area becomes more elastic. The application of perineal massage is able and effective in preventing and reducing the incidence of perineal lacerations in maternity mothers. Conclusion: The influence of perineal massage is useful in the prevention of perineal lacerations in maternity mothers.

The Effect of Providing Lavender Aromatherapy on The Quality of Sleep in The Elderly in Gunamekar Village, Bungbulang District Garut District 2023

Mon, 01 Jul 2024 00:00:00 GMT

Title: The Effect of Providing Lavender Aromatherapy on The Quality of Sleep in The Elderly in Gunamekar Village, Bungbulang District Garut District 2023 Authors: Maryanti, Siti; Silawati, Vivi; Suciawati, Anni Abstract: Background: Old age is a period of decline. This causes a significant decline in cognitive abilities and the speed of the aging process, such as impaired concentration, impaired language and memory abilities. As people get older, many changes occur, both physically and mentally. Changes in appearance that are part of the normal aging process, such as decreased vision, lack of sleep or decreased stamina, pose a threat to the integrity of the elderly. Objective: Analyze the effect of giving Lavender Aromatherapy on the Sleep Quality of the Elderly in Gunamekar Village, Bungbulang District, Garut Regency in 2023 Methodology: The research design used was quasi experimental with pre and post two group design. The sample in this study consisted of 32 pregnant women, consisting of 16 people in the intervention group and 16 people in the control group. The sampling technique uses random sampling technique. The research instrument used was the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI) questionnaire regarding sleep quality. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and the Wiolcoxon test to determine the difference in sleep quality scores before and after the intervention group and the control group Research Results: showed changes in the sleep quality of elderly women before and after giving lavender aromatherapy. The results of statistical knowledge tests showed that the significance value (p-value) was 0.000. The p-value (0.000) < p alpha (0.05) means that there is an effect of giving lavender aromatherapy on the sleep quality of elderly women in Gunamekar Village, Bungbulang District, Garut District in 2023. Conclusion: giving lavender aromatherapy provides significant changes to the sleep quality of elderly women Suggestion: It is hoped that the elderly, their families and the community can play an active role in health service programs, especially regarding the health of the elderly, to be able to carry out routine checks so that they can treat their complaints as early as possible.