Berkala Ilmu Perpustakaan dan Informasi

Global trends of bibliotherapy and mental health research based on bibliometric analysis

Muthmainnah Aufaa Hamzah, Cecep Ibrahim, Asrul Jaya, La Ode Herman — Tue, 10 Feb 2026 15:02:22 +0700

Introduction. Bibliotherapy is a therapy practice that uses reading materials to assist people in overcoming mental health issues. The purpose of this study is to identify publication patterns, prominent actors, and prevalent themes in the bibliotherapy and mental health literature.

Research Methods. This study employs a bibliometric approach, with data drawn from the Scopus database. The search was conducted using the keywords bibliotherapy and mental health between 2005 and 2025, resulting in 219 documents evaluated.

Data Analysis. The analysis covers annual contributions, nations, institutions, authors, journals, and keywords. Data visualization was carried out using VOSviewer to map collaborative networks and theme clusters of bibliotherapy research globally.

Results. The findings indicate that while issues like psychological well-being, patient participation, and positive psychology-based techniques are still comparatively infrequently investigated, the themes of bibliotherapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy, depression, and anxiety dominate publications.

Conclusions. This analysis verifies the dominance of clinical topics in bibliotherapy research and demonstrates a research vacuum in welfare issues and the broader context of application. Further research is proposed to examine the range of ways and broaden the keywords in order to make the development of bibliotherapy science more comprehensive and useful.

The effectiveness of the ‘Lumbung Ilmu’ digital library as a learning resource reviewed from a sociology of technology perspective

Anggi Yus Susilowati — Thu, 05 Feb 2026 08:37:40 +0700

Introduction. Limited learning resources are a major obstacle to improving the quality of education in Indonesia. Digital libraries offer a potential solution to the problem of accessibility to learning resources. This study aims to analyse the effectiveness of digital libraries as a source of learning for students, from a sociological perspective.

Research Methods. A quantitative descriptive method was used with a population of students majoring in Sociology of Religion at UIN Siber Syekh Nurjati Cirebon. The sample was determined through purposive sampling. Data were collected through questionnaires, observations, and document studies, then analysed using statistical description techniques.

Results. The results of the study show that the “Lumbung Ilmu” Digital Library significantly increases student productivity through efficient and flexible access. This implementation has successfully shifted learning behaviour to be more independent and encouraged a culture of scientific literature exploration in line with developments in modern learning styles.

Conclusion. The development of the “Lumbung Ilmu” Digital Library has proven effective in meeting the literature needs of Religious Sociology students and has become an adaptive medium that optimises the integration of technology in the higher education ecosystem to support social learning activities.

The roles of color and lighting in developing inclusive library learning environments for deaf users

Riza Septriani Dewi, Eulis Yulianti Faridah — Mon, 12 Jan 2026 13:48:22 +0700

Introduction. This study examines how DeafSpace principles, including color and lighting, can create equal educational opportunities for deaf library users. By examining fourth-floor reading room of UIN Sunan Kalijaga Library, the research addresses a significant gap in inclusive design literature that has given insufficient attention to visual elements as communication tools. The findings offer crucial insights for advancing disability rights and establishing inclusive library design standards that cater to all users.

Research Methods. A practice-based research method with a three hybrid design framework approach was used to identify color and light concepts that enhance the self-sufficiency of deaf library users.

Data Analysis. Data was collected through interviews and questionnaires using a Likert scale, with the findings analyzed descriptively.

Results. This study shows that cool colors, particularly green, and evenly distributed lighting significantly enhance the emotional experience of deaf library users navigating these spaces independently. The implications for inclusive design are meaningful: libraries that thoughtfully apply appropriate color palettes and optimize lighting conditions create environments where deaf users can comfortably achieve their full academic potential and productivity.

Conclusion. This research developed a conceptual design model for library reading spaces, optimizing color and lighting to enhance independence, accessibility, and support for deaf users in higher education.

Library news trends in national digital media

Yesi Melda, Nining Sudiar, Eko Noprianto — Mon, 12 Jan 2026 09:02:52 +0700

Introduction. Library coverage in digital media reflects public attention to library development. This study examines trends in library news coverage in national digital media focusing on volume, topics, library types, tone, geographic location, and photo usage.

Research Methods. A quantitative descriptive approach with content analysis was applied to 511 news articles published by Detik.com, Kompas.com, Tribunnews.com, CNNIndonesia.com, and Liputan6.com from January 2023 to December 2024. The unit of analysis consisted of news articles focusing primarily on libraries.

Data Analysis. The analysis focused on the content and context of library reporting.

Results. The findings show that themes of services, literacy activities, and facility development dominated coverage. Public libraries appeared most frequently, while community and mobile libraries received limited attention. The overall tone was predominantly positive, with coverage concentrated in urban areas, particularly DKI Jakarta. Most articles included photos to reinforce visual messages.

Conclusion. Digital media portrays libraries as progressive and relevant institutions, highlighting the need for more structured publication strategies and broader coverage to ensure balanced representation.

Development model of literacy tourism through architectural design and library service integration

Wed, 07 Jan 2026 14:27:51 +0700

Introduction. The Museum of the Asian-African Conference, through its Literacy Festival, presents innovative library services that integrate educational, historical, and architectural elements into a unified visitor experience. This study aims to implement a literacy tourism development model that integrate architectural design and library services offering a new approach to strengthening immersive and contextual literacy learning.

Research Methods. A qualitative case study approach was applied, with data collected through participatory observation, in-depth interviews, and visual documentation during the festival.

Data Analysis. Thematic analysis was used to analyse the data with several steps such as data reduction, categorization, and narrative interpretation to explore the interaction between space and services.

Results. The narrative architectural design, featuring chronological spatial layouts, thematic lighting, and quotations from world figures, evoked emotional and cognitive responses from visitors. Library services including exhibitions, workshops, and book discussions encouraged cross-generational engagement and strengthened historical literacy.

Conclusion. The integration of colonial architecture and participatory library services creates an immersive literacy tourism model that combines cognitive, emotional, and cultural learning. This study offers an interdisciplinary perspective that positions architecture as a narrative medium within library services, providing practical insights for libraries and museums in developing experience-based literacy programs.