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Persebaran Indeks Massa Tubuh Mahasiswi Tahun Ke-4 Pendidikan Dokter Universitas Lampung Rio Sanjaya; Anggi Setiorini; Eka Putri Rahmadhani; Waluyo Rudiyanto
Medula Vol 16 No 2 (2026): Medula
Publisher : CV. Jasa Sukses Abadi

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.53089/medula.v16i2.1781

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Students in early adulthood are vulnerable to lifestyle changes associated with academic demands and the university environment, which may ultimately affect their nutritional status. One commonly used indicator for assessing nutritional status is Body Mass Index (BMI). Changes in dietary patterns, irregular physical activity, and suboptimal sleep quality may increase the risk of nutritional imbalance among students. This study aimed to determine the distribution of Body Mass Index among female medical students of the 2022 cohort at the Faculty of Medicine, University of Lampung. This study employed an observational design with a cross-sectional approach and involved 175 female students as research participants. Data were collected through anthropometric measurements, including body weight on a digital scale and height on a microtoise. BMI values were calculated as body weight divided by height squared and then classified according to standard anthropometric criteria. The results showed that the majority of respondents had normal nutritional status based on BMI, with 123 students (70.3%). Meanwhile, 23 students (13.1%) were classified as underweight, 11 students (6.3%) as overweight, and 18 students (10.3%) as obese. These findings are consistent with previous studies reporting a predominance of normal BMI among student populations. However, the presence of nearly one-third of respondents with abnormal BMI indicates the influence of lifestyle-related factors, such as dietary habits, physical activity levels, sleep quality, and daily behaviors. Therefore, promotive and preventive efforts through nutritional education and the adoption of healthy lifestyle practices are necessary to maintain optimal nutritional status among students.
Sebuah Aspek Sosial dan Stigma pada Anak dengan Epilepsi : Sebuah Literature Review Amti Miftakhur Rizki; Roro Rukmi Windi Perdani; Linda Septiani; Anggi Setiorini
Medula Vol 16 No 3 (2026): Medula
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.53089/medula.v16i3.1765

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Epilepsy in children not only results in neurological impairments but also carries a significant psychosocial burden, with social stigma emerging as a major challenge affecting quality of life. This literature review aims to explore the forms of stigma, social impacts, contributing factors, and strategies to mitigate stigma in children with epilepsy by analyzing published research. The literature search was conducted through PubMed, Google Scholar, and Scopus, focusing on articles published between 2020 until 2025. Findings from the review indicate that stigma is experienced by approximately one-third of children and adolescents with epilepsy (34%–35.6%), showing consistent patterns across countries such as Tiongkok, Uganda, and Turki. Stigma is significantly correlated with increased psychological distress and reduced self-esteem. Factors such as lack of formal education (62% stigma rate in Uganda), low family income, and higher seizure frequency were found to exacerbate stigma levels. The impact of stigma also extends to parents, contributing to health fatalism the belief that health outcomes are predetermined and cannot be changed. However, physical activity has been identified as a mediating factor that can reduce the negative psychological consequences of stigma. Overall, stigma represents a universal issue that adversely affects the mental health of children with epilepsy and their families. A holistic approach combining seizure control with psychosocial interventions including public education, school-based support, and promotion of physical activity is essential to combat stigma and improve quality of life.