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Exploring Individual Experiences in Understanding Environmental Policies: A Phenomenological Approach to Urban Communities Ayub Kasim; Irman Halid; Asriana Abdullah; Ince Rahmah Ismail
Jurnal Penelitian Pendidikan IPA Vol 11 No 4 (2025): April
Publisher : Postgraduate, University of Mataram

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.29303/jppipa.v11i4.10890

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Environmental policy has long been a central topic in sustainability studies, with a growing body of research emphasizing its social and psychological dimensions. However, much of the existing literature predominantly relies on quantitative measures to assess public attitudes, often overlooking the subjective experiences that shape individuals' perceptions of environmental policies. This research aims to address this gap by exploring how individuals interpret and make meaning of environmental policies in their everyday lives. Here, we adopt a phenomenological approach to capture the lived experiences and personal meanings attached to these policies. Through in-depth interviews with participants, we uncover the complex ways in which personal experiences, social norms, and cultural values influence people's perceptions and actions regarding environmental policies. Our findings reveal that subjective experiences, rather than mere awareness or factual knowledge, play a significant role in shaping environmental behavior. These results underscore the importance of considering personal narratives in environmental policy formulation and open new avenues for future research that explores the intersection of personal experience and policy acceptance.
Preventive Lifestyle Interventions for Non-Communicable Diseases: Community-Based Innovations Miftahul Jannah; Chen Mei; Asriana Abdullah; Yang Xiang
Journal of World Future Medicine, Health and Nursing Vol. 3 No. 5 (2025)
Publisher : Yayasan Adra Karima Hubbi

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.70177/health.v3i5.2799

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Non communicable diseases (NCDs) remain a leading global health challenge, disproportionately affecting low- and middle-income countries and placing substantial burdens on healthcare systems and communities. Increasing evidence shows that preventive lifestyle interventions embedded in community settings can mitigate behavioral risk factors, yet empirical analyses of innovative community-based models remain limited. This study aims to examine the effectiveness of community-driven preventive lifestyle interventions in reducing modifiable NCD risk indicators and strengthening local health resilience. A mixed-methods design was employed, integrating quantitative assessment of biometric and behavioral indicators with qualitative exploration of community participation, program acceptability, and perceived benefits. Findings demonstrate that structured community interventions such as peer-led education, culturally adapted physical activity programs, and neighborhood health monitoring resulted in significant improvements in dietary behavior, physical activity levels, and blood pressure profiles across participating groups. The study concludes that community-based innovations play a critical role in promoting sustainable lifestyle modification and offer scalable models for NCD prevention, particularly in resource-constrained settings.