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Ahmar Metastasis Health Journal (AMHJ)
ISSN : 27976483     EISSN : 27974952     DOI : https://doi.org/10.53770/amhj
Core Subject : Health,
Ahmar Metastasis Health Journal (AMHJ), with registered number ISSN 2797-6483 (Print), 2797-4952 (Online) managed by the AHMAR Foundation, published by Yayasan Ahmad Mansyur Nasirah, which is a scientific forum for publishing articles on research activities in health (midwifery, pharmacy, nursing, public health and nutrition). The journal was first published in June 2021 and subsequently published four times a year, in June, September, December and March. Every article that goes to the editorial staff will be selected through Initial Review processes by the Editorial Board. Then, the articles will be sent to the peer reviewer and will go to the next selection by Double-Blind Preview Process. After that, the articles will be returned to the authors to revised. These processes take three a month for a maximum time. In each manuscript, peer reviewer will be rated from the substantial and technical aspects. The final decision of articles acceptance will be made by Editors according to Reviewers comments.
Articles 183 Documents
The Effectiveness of Audiovisual Education on the Level of Pre-Elderly's Knowledge about Healthy Lifestyle and Hypertension Prevention Rusni Masnina; Fitri Kholisah; Gusnawati Sulaeman; Milkhatun Milkhatun; Ghozali Ghozali
Ahmar Metastasis Health Journal Vol. 6 No. 1 (2026): Ahmar Metastasis Health Journal
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.53770/amhj.v6i1.818

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As humans age, there are physiological changes that reduce the elasticity of blood vessel walls, which can cause increased blood pressure. In addition, unhealthy lifestyles can also cause high blood pressure. For example, lack of physical activity, stress, and poor eating habits are factors that increase the incidence of high blood pressure. Individuals aged 45-59 years (pre-elderly) need to prepare themselves to carry out self-care in order to face the emergence of hypertension. This study aims to analyze the effectiveness of audiovisual education on the level of knowledge of pre-elderly about healthy lifestyle to prevent hypertension. The research design One-group Pretest-posttest was conducted on 30 pre-elderly respondents in Samarinda City. Data collection on respondent characteristics and level of knowledge about lifestyle used a structured questionnaire. The results showed that the characteristics of pre-elderly respondents based on an average age of 52 years, while the average systolic blood pressure was 131.07 mmHg and diastolic was 84.07 mmHg. The results of statistical analysis showed that there was significant difference in the average knowledge score of respondents between before being given education (6.27) and after being given audiovisual education (7.60). The statistical test results using the Wilcoxon Signed Rank Test obtained a p-value of 0.001 (<0.05). This indicates that audiovisual education can effectively increase pre-elderly knowledge about healthy lifestyle to prevent hypertension.
The Relationship between Stress Level and Self-Harm Behavior among Nursing and Midwifery Students Gajali Rahman; Shendy Maulita Yusnanda; Rizky Setiadi
Ahmar Metastasis Health Journal Vol. 6 No. 1 (2026): Ahmar Metastasis Health Journal
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.53770/amhj.v6i1.830

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Self-harm is an emerging public mental health concern among university students, particularly those enrolled in health science programs who are exposed to academic and clinical stressors. Although several international studies have examined the stress–self-harm relationship, empirical evidence from Indonesian health polytechnic students remains limited, especially regarding gender-imbalanced cohorts and early clinical-placement semesters. This study aimed to analyze the relationship between stress levels and self-harm behavior among Nursing and Midwifery students at the Polytechnic of the Ministry of Health, East Kalimantan. A quantitative cross-sectional design with a correlational approach was employed. Respondents were selected through proportionate stratified random sampling from 1,148 active students; 186 respondents met the inclusion criteria and completed the questionnaire. Stress levels were measured using the Indonesian-adapted 14-item stress subscale of the Depression Anxiety Stress Scales (DASS-42; Cronbach's α = 0.87 in the study sample), and self-harm behavior was measured using the Self-Harm Inventory (SHI; 22 items; Cronbach's α = 0.82). Data were analyzed using univariate frequency distribution and bivariate Chi-Square test (α = 0.05), supplemented by the prevalence ratio (PR) to quantify the strength of association. The results showed that 24.2% of respondents experienced severe stress, and 38.2% reported self-harm behavior. Among students with severe stress, 66.7% engaged in self-harm, compared with 24.1% among those with normal stress (PR = 2.77; 95% CI = 1.82–4.21). The Chi-Square test revealed a significant association between stress level and self-harm behavior (p = 0.001). These findings underscore the urgent need for institutionally embedded mental health screening, structured clinical-placement orientation, and cognitive-behavioral coping training to mitigate maladaptive coping among future health professionals.
Husband Support and Maternal Mental Health Among Pregnant Women in Independent Midwifery Practices Damai Yanti Simanjuntak; Karwati Karwati; Sri Maryati
Ahmar Metastasis Health Journal Vol. 6 No. 1 (2026): Ahmar Metastasis Health Journal
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.53770/amhj.v6i1.833

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Evidence on the role of husband support in maternal mental health remains limited in community-based midwifery services in Indonesia. This study aimed to examine the relationship between husband support and maternal mental health among pregnant women attending independent midwifery practices in Cimahi City and to explore the psychosocial mechanisms underlying this relationship. A convergent mixed-methods design was employed, involving 72 pregnant women for the quantitative component and 20 participants for in-depth qualitative interviews. Husband support, antenatal anxiety, and emotional wellbeing were assessed using validated questionnaires. Quantitative data were analyzed using Pearson correlation and multiple linear regression, while qualitative data were examined through thematic analysis. Husband support was significantly associated with lower antenatal anxiety and higher emotional wellbeing and remained an independent predictor of maternal mental health after controlling for maternal age, education, parity, and economic status. Descriptive findings indicated that a considerable proportion of participants experienced moderate to severe antenatal anxiety. Qualitative analysis identified emotional presence, shared responsibility, and affirmation of maternal identity as key mechanisms through which husband support strengthened maternal coping capacity. These findings demonstrate that husband support serves as an important protective psychosocial factor for maternal mental health. Integrating family empowerment strategies into routine antenatal care may improve psychological wellbeing and strengthen community-based maternal health services.