Muh Ihsan Kamaruddin
Politeknik Sandi Karsa, Indonesia

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Stress Level and Smoking Behavior Zakiyah Zakiyah; Yolanda Anastasia Sihombing; Muh Ihsan Kamaruddin; Glendy Ariando Salomon; Muhammad Anshari
Jurnal Ilmiah Kesehatan Sandi Husada Vol 12 No 2 (2023): Jurnal Ilmiah Kesehatan Sandi Husada
Publisher : Lembaga Penelitian dan Pengabdian Masyarakat Akademi Keperawatan Sandi Karsa (Merger) Politeknik Sandi Karsa

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.35816/jiskh.v12i2.1118

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Stress is one of the common mental health problems in today's society. This study aimed to investigate the relationship between stress levels and smoking behavior. Smoking is a habit that is detrimental to health and can be a risk factor for a variety of serious diseases. However, many individuals who smoke may claim that smoking is their way of coping with stress. Data for the study were obtained through interviews and questionnaires given to several participants involved in smoking behavior. The data collected included stress levels, smoking history, and motivation to smoke. The results showed that there was a significant relationship between stress levels and smoking behavior. Individuals who experience higher levels of stress tend to be more likely to smoke or smoke more frequently. In addition, the study also revealed that many smoking participants reported that they smoked as a way to cope with stress. This study has important implications for treatments and interventions in reducing smoking. Understanding that stress can be a trigger for smoking can help in designing more effective evidence-based programs to help individuals cope with stress without having to rely on cigarettes. Better prevention and treatment efforts for individuals who smoke should also consider stress management as an important part of treatment. As such, the study could provide a better view of the complex relationship between stress and smoking and provide a foundation for better public health improvements in tackling the smoking problem
Promotive and preventive education of non-communicable diseases for the community Daniel Suranta Ginting; Muh Ihsan Kamaruddin; Anita Lontaan
Jurnal Pengabdian Masyarakat Edukasi Indonesia Vol. 1 No. 2 (2024): Volume 1 Number 2 June 2024
Publisher : Edukasi Ilmiah Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61099/jpmei.v1i2.41

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Non-communicable diseases such as diabetes, cancer, and heart disease are global health challenges that require a holistic approach to their prevention and management. Promotive and preventive education has been recognized as an effective strategy for increasing public health awareness and reducing the incidence of non-communicable diseases. This service activity can improve health awareness in the community, primarily related to promotive and preventive education. Measures such as education campaigns, education in schools, collaboration with communities, and the use of technology have been discussed as effective strategies for achieving this goal. In conclusion, the joint efforts of different parties and diverse methods are crucial to creating an environment that supports high health awareness. Implementing the right strategy is expected to increase public understanding of the importance of a healthy lifestyle and the prevention of non-communicable diseases and produce positive behavioral change in the long term. Joint efforts from different sectors and diverse methods can help increase health awareness in the community, realize a healthy lifestyle, and reduce the risk of non-communicable diseases significantly. Health awareness includes an understanding of a healthy lifestyle and the ability to implement that knowledge in everyday life.