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ACM Transactions on Computing for Healthcare     Hybrid Journal  
Acta Scientiarum. Health Sciences     Open Access   (Followers: 2)
Adultspan Journal     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 2)
Advances in Child Development and Behavior     Full-text available via subscription   (Followers: 11)
Advances in Public Health     Open Access   (Followers: 34)
Adversity and Resilience Science : Journal of Research and Practice     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 4)
African Health Sciences     Open Access   (Followers: 7)
African Journal of Health Professions Education     Open Access   (Followers: 7)
Afrimedic Journal     Open Access   (Followers: 3)
Ageing & Society     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 41)
Aging and Health Research     Open Access   (Followers: 6)
Air Quality, Atmosphere & Health     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 9)
AJOB Empirical Bioethics     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 3)
Akademika     Open Access  
American Journal of Family Therapy     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 8)
American Journal of Health Economics     Full-text available via subscription   (Followers: 26)
American Journal of Health Education     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 38)
American Journal of Health Promotion     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 24)
American Journal of Health Sciences     Open Access   (Followers: 12)
American Journal of Preventive Medicine     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 35)
American Journal of Public Health     Full-text available via subscription   (Followers: 259)
American Journal of Public Health Research     Open Access   (Followers: 33)
Analytic Methods in Accident Research     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 9)
Annals of Health Law     Open Access   (Followers: 7)
Applied Biosafety     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 2)
Applied Ergonomics     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 18)
Archives of Suicide Research     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 14)
Archivos de Prevención de Riesgos Laborales     Open Access  
ASA Monitor     Full-text available via subscription   (Followers: 14)
Asia Pacific Journal of Counselling and Psychotherapy     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 7)
Asia Pacific Journal of Health Management     Full-text available via subscription   (Followers: 4)
Asia-Pacific Journal of Public Health     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 12)
Asian Journal of Gambling Issues and Public Health     Open Access   (Followers: 5)
Asian Journal of Medicine and Health     Open Access   (Followers: 1)
Atención Primaria     Open Access   (Followers: 2)
Atención Primaria Práctica     Open Access   (Followers: 1)
Australian Advanced Aesthetics     Full-text available via subscription   (Followers: 5)
Australian Family Physician     Full-text available via subscription   (Followers: 2)
Australian Indigenous HealthBulletin     Free   (Followers: 5)
Autism & Developmental Language Impairments     Open Access   (Followers: 19)
Bijzijn XL     Hybrid Journal  
Biomedical Safety & Standards     Full-text available via subscription   (Followers: 7)
Biosafety and Health     Open Access  
Biosalud     Open Access  
BMC Oral Health     Open Access   (Followers: 5)
BMC Pregnancy and Childbirth     Open Access   (Followers: 20)
Brazilian Journal of Medicine and Human Health     Open Access  
British Journal of Health Psychology     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 57)
Cadernos de Educação, Saúde e Fisioterapia     Open Access  
Cadernos de Saúde     Open Access  
Cambridge Quarterly of Healthcare Ethics     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 13)
Canadian Journal of Community Mental Health     Full-text available via subscription   (Followers: 16)
Canadian Journal of Human Sexuality     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 1)
Canadian Journal of Public Health     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 31)
Cannabis and Cannabinoid Research     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 2)
Carta Comunitaria     Open Access  
Case Reports in Women's Health     Open Access   (Followers: 4)
Central Asian Journal of Global Health     Open Access   (Followers: 2)
CES Medicina     Open Access  
CES Salud Pública     Open Access  
Child and Adolescent Obesity     Open Access   (Followers: 8)
Child's Nervous System     Hybrid Journal  
Childhood Obesity and Nutrition     Open Access   (Followers: 12)
Children     Open Access  
Ciencia & Salud     Open Access  
Ciencia & Trabajo     Open Access  
Ciencia y Salud     Open Access   (Followers: 1)
Cities & Health     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 6)
Cleaner and Responsible Consumption     Open Access  
Clinical and Experimental Health Sciences     Open Access   (Followers: 1)
ClinicoEconomics and Outcomes Research     Open Access   (Followers: 1)
Clocks & Sleep     Open Access   (Followers: 2)
CME     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 1)
Conflict and Health     Open Access   (Followers: 8)
Contact (CTC)     Open Access   (Followers: 2)
Contraception and Reproductive Medicine     Open Access   (Followers: 2)
Cuaderno de investigaciones: semilleros andina     Open Access  
Current Opinion in Behavioral Sciences     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 13)
Current Opinion in Environmental Science & Health     Hybrid Journal  
Das österreichische Gesundheitswesen ÖKZ     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 2)
Day Surgery Australia     Full-text available via subscription   (Followers: 2)
Design for Health     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 1)
Digital Health     Open Access   (Followers: 10)
Disaster Medicine and Public Health Preparedness     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 12)
Discover Social Science and Health     Open Access   (Followers: 18)
Diversity and Equality in Health and Care     Open Access   (Followers: 10)
Diversity of Research in Health Journal     Open Access   (Followers: 1)
Dramatherapy     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 2)
Drogues, santé et société     Open Access   (Followers: 2)
Early Childhood Research Quarterly     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 26)
East African Journal of Public Health     Full-text available via subscription   (Followers: 3)
Eating and Weight Disorders - Studies on Anorexia, Bulimia and Obesity     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 24)
EcoHealth     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 6)
Egyptian Journal of Nutrition and Health     Open Access   (Followers: 9)
Egyptian Journal of Occupational Medicine     Open Access   (Followers: 5)
electronic Journal of Health Informatics     Open Access   (Followers: 7)
ElectronicHealthcare     Full-text available via subscription   (Followers: 2)
Emerging Trends in Drugs, Addictions, and Health     Open Access   (Followers: 2)
Environmental Sciences Europe     Open Access   (Followers: 2)
Epidemics     Open Access   (Followers: 7)
EsSEX : Revista Científica     Open Access  
Ethics & Human Research     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 4)
Ethics, Medicine and Public Health     Full-text available via subscription   (Followers: 9)
Ethiopian Journal of Health Development     Open Access   (Followers: 7)
Ethiopian Journal of Health Sciences     Open Access   (Followers: 6)
Ethnicity & Health     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 17)
EUREKA : Health Sciences     Open Access  
European Journal of Health Communication     Open Access  
European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education     Open Access   (Followers: 5)
European Medical, Health and Pharmaceutical Journal     Open Access   (Followers: 2)
Evaluation & the Health Professions     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 12)
Evidência - Ciência e Biotecnologia - Interdisciplinar     Open Access  
Exploratory Research in Clinical and Social Pharmacy     Open Access   (Followers: 4)
F&S Reports     Open Access   (Followers: 2)
Face à face     Open Access  
Family & Community Health     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 13)
Family Relations     Partially Free   (Followers: 12)
FASEB BioAdvances     Open Access   (Followers: 3)
Fatigue : Biomedicine, Health & Behavior     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 3)
Finnish Journal of eHealth and eWelfare : Finjehew     Open Access  
Food and Public Health     Open Access   (Followers: 11)
Food Hydrocolloids for Health     Open Access  
Food Quality and Safety     Open Access   (Followers: 2)
Frontiers in Digital Health     Open Access   (Followers: 3)
Frontiers of Health Services Management     Partially Free   (Followers: 7)
Gaceta Sanitaria     Open Access   (Followers: 2)
Ganesha Journal     Open Access  
Geospatial Health     Open Access   (Followers: 1)
Gestão e Desenvolvimento     Open Access  
Gesundheitsökonomie & Qualitätsmanagement     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 7)
Giornale Italiano di Health Technology Assessment     Full-text available via subscription  
Global Advances in Health and Medicine     Open Access  
Global Challenges     Open Access   (Followers: 2)
Global Health : Science and Practice     Open Access   (Followers: 8)
Global Health Annual Review     Open Access   (Followers: 2)
Global Health Innovation     Open Access   (Followers: 3)
Global Health Journal     Open Access   (Followers: 2)
Global Health Promotion     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 16)
Global Journal of Health Science     Open Access   (Followers: 6)
Global Medical & Health Communication     Open Access   (Followers: 1)
Global Mental Health     Open Access   (Followers: 13)
Global Reproductive Health     Open Access   (Followers: 2)
Global Security : Health, Science and Policy     Open Access   (Followers: 1)
Global Transitions     Open Access   (Followers: 1)
Globalization and Health     Open Access   (Followers: 7)
Hacia la Promoción de la Salud     Open Access  
Hastane Öncesi Dergisi     Open Access  
Hastings Center Report     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 7)
HEADline     Hybrid Journal  
Health & Place     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 24)
Health & Justice     Open Access   (Followers: 5)
Health : An Interdisciplinary Journal for the Social Study of Health, Illness and Medicine     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 21)
Health and Social Care Chaplaincy     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 10)
Health and Social Work     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 63)
Health Behavior and Policy Review     Full-text available via subscription   (Followers: 5)
Health Behavior Research     Open Access   (Followers: 2)
Health Care Analysis     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 13)
Health Equity     Open Access   (Followers: 4)
Health Information Management Journal     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 29)
Health Policy     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 48)
Health Policy and Technology     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 5)
Health Policy OPEN     Open Access   (Followers: 1)
Health Promotion & Physical Activity     Open Access   (Followers: 9)
Health Promotion International     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 27)
Health Promotion Journal of Australia : Official Journal of Australian Association of Health Promotion Professionals     Full-text available via subscription   (Followers: 9)
Health Promotion Practice     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 16)
Health Prospect     Open Access  
Health Psychology Review     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 46)
Health Research Policy and Systems     Open Access   (Followers: 16)
Health SA Gesondheid     Open Access   (Followers: 2)
Health Science Reports     Open Access   (Followers: 1)
Health Sciences and Disease     Open Access   (Followers: 2)
Health Security     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 1)
Health Services Insights     Open Access   (Followers: 1)
Health Systems     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 6)
Health Systems & Reform     Open Access   (Followers: 3)
Health Voices     Full-text available via subscription  
Health, Culture and Society     Open Access   (Followers: 13)
Health, Risk & Society     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 11)
Health, Safety and Environment     Open Access   (Followers: 35)
Healthcare     Open Access   (Followers: 2)
Healthcare Quarterly     Full-text available via subscription   (Followers: 9)
Healthcare Technology Letters     Open Access  
HERD : Health Environments Research & Design Journal     Full-text available via subscription   (Followers: 2)
Highland Medical Research Journal     Full-text available via subscription  
Hispanic Health Care International     Full-text available via subscription  
Histoire, médecine et santé     Open Access   (Followers: 1)
Home Health Care Services Quarterly     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 5)
Hong Kong Journal of Social Work, The     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 3)
Horizonte Medico     Open Access  
Hua Hin Sook Jai Klai Kangwon Journal     Open Access  
Human Nutrition & Metabolism     Open Access   (Followers: 2)
IEEE Journal of Translational Engineering in Health and Medicine     Open Access   (Followers: 5)
IISE Transactions on Occupational Ergonomics and Human Factors     Hybrid Journal  
IJS Global Health     Open Access  
Implementation Science     Open Access   (Followers: 27)
IMTU Medical Journal     Full-text available via subscription  
Indian Journal of Youth and Adolescent Health     Open Access  
Indonesian Journal of Public Health     Open Access  
interactive Journal of Medical Research     Open Access  

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European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
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ISSN (Print) 2174-8144 - ISSN (Online) 2254-9625
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  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 2445-2462: The Impact of Using Digital Video
           Recordings by Prospective Teachers on Their Technological Pedagogical
           Content Knowledge

    • Authors: Shaheen Shayeb, Wajeeh Daher
      First page: 2445
      Abstract: Analyzing digital video recordings (DVRs) is an effective instructional strategy for professionally preparing and developing prospective teachers. This study examines the impact of using DVRs among prospective teachers at Al-Qasimi College on their technological pedagogical content knowledge (TPACK) and its seven domains (TK, PK, CK, PCK, TCK, TPK, TPACK). The study was based on a mixed methodology approach, and the study sample included 70 prospective teachers who were distributed into an experimental group and a control group. Data were collected using the TPACK questionnaire and semi-structured interviews with 10 participants. The quantitative and qualitative results showed that prospective teachers in the experimental group significantly and positively impacted TPACK and its seven domains. The results of the study indicated that digital video recordings allowed prospective teachers to reflect and ponder on their teaching skills, content delivery, and the appropriate use of technology and its relevant tools in the educational process to identify strengths for development and weaknesses for improvement. Therefore, the results of the current study provide concrete evidence for the need to use DVRs as a promising educational approach in future professional preparation and to develop prospective teachers’ technological pedagogical content knowledge (TPACK).
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-08-25
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14090162
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 9 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 2463-2475: Adherence to CPAP Therapy in Obstructive
           Sleep Apnea: A Prospective Study on Quality of Life and Determinants of
           Use

    • Authors: Karla Milinovic, Ivana Pavlinac Dodig, Linda Lusic Kalcina, Renata Pecotic, Natalija Ivkovic, Maja Valic, Zoran Dogas
      First page: 2463
      Abstract: Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) often goes unrecognized despite common symptoms, such as excessive daytime sleepiness, fatigue, and impaired quality of life (QoL). Continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) is the gold standard treatment for OSA, but optimal daily usage and time needed for observable effects remain unclear. This study aimed to investigate the short-term effects of CPAP on daytime sleepiness and QoL in patients with severe OSA. Medical records were collected from 87 patients with severe OSA who initiated CPAP therapy. Also, validated questionnaires were used before and after one month of CPAP to analyze QoL—the Calgary Sleep Apnea Quality of Life Index (SAQLI), the Cues to CPAP Use Questionnaire (CCUQ), and daytime sleepiness—the Epworth Sleepiness Scale (ESS). Multiple regression analysis was conducted to identify predictors of CPAP usage. Of the total participants aged 55.6 ± 12.5, 77% were males, and 62% were CPAP adherent. Reductions in daytime sleepiness (ESS) were noted, as well as improvements in both overall QoL (SAQLI) and specifically in the domains of daily functioning, social interactions, emotional well-being, and symptom perception. Important cues for CPAP usage recognized by patients were physicians’ instructions and physicians’ concern regarding their patients’ condition. Furthermore, multiple regression revealed higher SAQLI scores and lower ESS scores as positive predictors of CPAP usage, along with lower AHI after one month of CPAP being associated with sufficient adherence.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-08-27
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14090163
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 9 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 2116-2125: What Do the General Public Know about
           Infertility and Its Treatment'

    • Authors: Lewis Nancarrow, Anuthi Fernando, Lucy Hampton, Courtney Murray, Dharani K. Hapangama, Nicola Tempest
      First page: 2116
      Abstract: Rates of infertility are rising, and informed decision making is an essential part of reproductive life planning with the knowledge that ART success decreases dramatically while a woman’s age increases and that high costs can often be incurred during fertility treatment. We aimed to determine the current knowledge of infertility and its treatments in the general public through an online survey. We received 360 complete responses. The average age of respondents was 35 years with most respondents being female (90%), heterosexual (88%), white (85%) and university educated (79%). Of the total, 49% had children and 23% had a condition that affects their fertility; 41% had concerns about future fertility and 78% knew someone who had had fertility treatment. Participants’ understanding of basic reproductive biology and causes of infertility varied with correct responses to questions ranging from 44% to 93%. Understanding of IVF outcomes was poorer with only 32% to 55% of responses being correct, and 76% of respondents felt that their education in fertility was inadequate. This survey highlights the inconsistencies in the general public’s understanding of infertility in this relatively educated population. With increasing demands on fertility services and limited public funds, better education is essential to ensure patients are fully informed with regard to their reproductive life planning.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-07-24
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14080141
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 8 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 2126-2139: How to Promote Walking in Women with
           Fibromyalgia: A Look at Catastrophizing, Goal Conflict, and Avoidance from
           a Self-Emotional Regulatory Perspective

    • Authors: Carmen Ecija, Lorena Gutiérrez, Patricia Catalá, Cecilia Peñacoba
      First page: 2126
      Abstract: The aim of this study was twofold: to explore the concordance between two measures of physical activity (accelerometer and IPAQ) among female fibromyalgia (FM) patients, as well as to examine the impact of psychosocial variables (catastrophism, activity avoidance) on walking among these patients. Helplessness, activity avoidance, and commitment to physical activity were evaluated in 132 FM women. After the first assessment, an accelerometer was placed by a psychologist on each participant for seven consecutive days. Eight days later, accelerometers were collected, and participants were evaluated again using the IPAQ. Two models were tested to analyze mediation and a moderated mediation effect. The mediating role of activity avoidance between helplessness and minutes walked was corroborated regarding the objective measure of walking. The effect of helplessness on minutes walked during a week was mediated by activity avoidance and assessed by accelerometers. Cognitive variables played a contextual role when trying to promote exercise. Activity avoidance must be understood as a key variable in physical activity promotion, specifically in the promotion of walking with the aim to do exercise in individuals with FM.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-07-24
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14080142
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 8 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 2140-2156: Tomorrow Never Comes: The Risks of
           Procrastination for Adolescent Health

    • Authors: David Pérez-Jorge, Ana Cristina Hernández-Henríquez, Roshan Melwani-Sadhwani, Anthony Fernando Gallo-Mendoza
      First page: 2140
      Abstract: This study explores the relationship between procrastination and declining healthy habits among adolescents, a topic lacking systematic reviews in the existing literature. The primary purpose is to lay the groundwork for promoting mental health and preventing procrastination as risky behavior. This systematic review examined five areas related to procrastination and its influence on healthy lifestyle habits in adolescents: technology and procrastination; sleep and procrastination; academic procrastination; and the COVID-19 pandemic. The findings highlight that technology misuse is linked with procrastination; adolescents tend to procrastinate when going to sleep; academic procrastination negatively impacts long-term educational achievements, and the COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated this phenomenon. Ultimately, it is concluded that procrastination is related to all these aspects and has detrimental effects on adolescents’ physical and psychological development.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-07-26
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14080143
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 8 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 2157-2174: The Relationship between Big Five
           Personality Traits and Depression in the German-Speaking D-A-CH Region
           Including an Investigation of Potential Moderators and Mediators

    • Authors: Susanne Strohmaier, Manuel Pillai, Jakob Weitzer, Emilie Han, Lukas Zenk, Brenda M. Birmann, Martin Bertau, Guido Caniglia, Manfred D. Laubichler, Gerald Steiner, Eva S. Schernhammer
      First page: 2157
      Abstract: Considerable evidence links the “Big Five” personality traits (neuroticism, extroversion, conscientiousness, agreeableness, and openness) with depression. However, potential mediating and moderating factors are less well understood. We utilized data from a cross-sectional survey of 3065 German-speaking adults from the D-A-CH region to estimate multivariable-adjusted odds ratios and 95% confidence intervalsbetween personality traits and lifetime prevalence of depression (overall and stratified by sex and age). We further explored proportions mediated by psychosocial factors optimism, empathy, perspective-taking, work–life balance, and interpersonal trust. High levels of neuroticism were associated with more than two-fold higher odds of depression, whereas higher levels of conscientiousness were associated with approximately 30% lower odds of depression. The association with neuroticism persisted in all investigated subgroups; apparently, stronger associations for females and participants aged ≥60 years did not correspond to statistically significant interactions. Overall and across all strata, the association of neuroticism with depression appeared to be mediated in part by the considered psychosocial factors; optimism explained the largest proportion of the association. Our results provide empirical evidence for the dynamic predisposition model. Further investigations of these relationships are warranted in longitudinal data with more precise outcome assessments.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-07-30
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14080144
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 8 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 2175-2186: War-Related Stress among Israeli College
           Students Following 7 October 2023 Terror Attack in Israel

    • Authors: Keren Dopelt, Nourit Houminer-Klepar
      First page: 2175
      Abstract: Background: Warfare represents a significant source of stress in contemporary times, with enduring implications beyond the immediate casualties, fostering a pervasive atmosphere of danger and anxiety within affected populations. The Israel–Hamas war, marked by ongoing armed incursions and missile attacks, stands as a recent example of such turmoil, inflicting widespread trauma and disruption. Methods: This study, conducted among students at the Ashkelon Academic College in southern Israel, aimed to investigate the stress levels and associated factors amidst the ongoing conflict. Utilizing a cross-sectional survey design, data were collected from 625 participants between January and February 2024, approximately four months after the commencement of the initial attack. The survey encompassed demographic information, perceived stress levels, sleep quality, and social media usage. Results: The findings revealed moderate to high stress levels among participants, with significant differences observed based on gender, parental status, and residency in conflict zones. Moreover, poorer sleep quality was reported among students residing in conflict-affected areas. Regression analysis identified several predictors of elevated stress, including gender, parental status, sleep quality, residency in conflict zones, and social media usage. Conclusions: These findings underscore the profound impact of ongoing conflict on college students’ mental well-being, highlighting the need for tailored interventions and support services within higher education institutions. The limitations include the study’s focus on a specific college population and the timing of the data collection relative to the onset of the war. Nonetheless, this research contributes valuable insights concerning the stress dynamics within the unique context faced by Israeli students amidst ongoing warfare.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-07-30
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14080145
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 8 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 2187-2204: A Prospective Study of the Family
           Quality of Life, Illness Perceptions, and Coping in Mothers of Children
           Newly Diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder and Communication
           Difficulties

    • Authors: Angelos Papadopoulos, Angeliki Tsapara, Alexandros Gryparis, Dionysios Tafiadis, Nikolaos Trimmis, Panagiotis Plotas, Petros Skapinakis, Meropi Tzoufi, Vassiliki Siafaka
      First page: 2187
      Abstract: (1) Background: This study assesses the impact of mothers’ illness perceptions about autism spectrum disorder and their coping strategies on the family’s quality of life during the initial period following diagnosis and one year afterward. (2) Method: The sample consisted of 53 mothers of children newly diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder and having communication difficulties who completed the following: the Beach Center Family Quality of Life Scale, the Brief Illness Perception Questionnaire, and the Brief-COPE. (3) Results: The findings revealed a moderate family quality of life in the initial assessment and a lack of a statistically significant change one year later. Notably, statistically significant changes were observed in coping strategies, as in the second assessment, and the score in denial and self-blame decreased. Pearson and Eta analyses indicated several correlations between socio-demographic characteristics, illness perceptions, coping strategies, and family quality of life. Multiple regression analysis showed that positive reframing was positively associated with total family quality of life in the initial period following diagnosis and one year afterward, while self-blame was associated with poorer quality of life in the time after diagnosis. Furthermore, the belief about the controllability of the disorder was correlated with better family quality of life one year after the diagnosis. (4) Conclusions: Illness perceptions and coping can be considered as predictors of family quality of life outcomes one year after the diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder. The focus of interventions, apart from controlling the disorder’s symptoms, should aim to strengthen specific strategies and weaken others.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-08-01
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14080146
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 8 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 2205-2225: Social Media Use and Consumption of
           Prescription-Free Medications for Anxiety, Sleep, and Pain among Norwegian
           University Students

    • Authors: Wajiha Saqib, Parisa Gazerani
      First page: 2205
      Abstract: A relationship has been recognized between social media use and health issues. However, no studies have explored the potential link between social media use and consumption of over-the-counter (OTC) medications. We examined social media use, self-reported anxiety, depression, sleep problems, pain, and OTC medications use among Norwegian university students. The goal was to gain insights that would guide preventive health strategies for this target group. A quantitative, cross-sectional study was conducted with an online questionnaire distributed to university student Facebook groups in Norway. A total of 132 completed surveys were analyzed. Among the respondents, 28% experienced anxiety, 35% depression, 64% sleep problems, 71% headaches, and 78% musculoskeletal pain. Moreover, 56% reported using OTC analgesics or sleep aids, mostly purchased from community pharmacies. No statistically significant correlation was found between social media use and headache, musculoskeletal pain, sleep disturbances, or consumption of OTC medications among university students in Norway. The findings, however, demonstrated a positive trend, highlighting the need for further research with larger, more diverse samples, and potentially employing a qualitative or longitudinal design. We propose increased awareness of the potential negative effects of social media among university students, the inclusion of social media and health topics in study curricula, and the more proactive engagement of community pharmacists with young clients concerning the consumption of OTC medications.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-08-01
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14080147
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 8 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 2226-2229: Mother–Child Attachment
           Relationship in Pregnancy, Postpartum, and Early Childhood: Current Status
           and New Research Perspectives

    • Authors: Valentina Lucia La Rosa, Elena Commodari
      First page: 2226
      Abstract: The mother–child attachment relationship is a cornerstone of human development, with profound implications for the well-being of both the mother and child [...]
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-08-01
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14080148
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 8 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 2230-2247: Teachers’ Heart Rate Variability
           and Behavioral Reactions in Aggressive Interactions: Teachers Can
           Downregulate Their Physiological Arousal, and Progesterone Favors Social
           Integrative Teacher Responses

    • Authors: Alexander Wettstein, Sonja Krähling, Gabriel Jenni, Ida Schneider, Fabienne Kühne, Martin grosse Holtforth, Roberto La Marca
      First page: 2230
      Abstract: Aggressive student behavior is considered one of the main risk factors for teacher stress. The present study investigated teachers’ physiological and behavioral reactions when facing aggressive student behavior and examined which resources favor adaptive teacher reactions. The sample included 42 teachers. We assessed (a) teacher self-reports (i.e., resources, risk factors, and vital exhaustion) (b) classroom observations, (c) ambulatory assessments of teachers’ heart rate and heart rate variability, and (d) teachers’ progesterone concentrations in the hair. The present study focused on a subsample of ten teachers (9 females, Mage = 34.70, SD = 11.32) managing classes which were potentially very stressful as they had a high density of aggressive behavior. High levels of work satisfaction, hair progesterone, and a low level of work overload fostered social integrative teacher responses. Moreover, in 75% of the cases, teachers succeeded in downregulating their physiological reaction. Our results support the notion that teachers evaluate stressors in light of their resources. When they perceive their resources as insufficient for coping with a challenging situation, stress arises, and subsequently, they react inefficiently to aggressive behavior. Thus, teacher education could benefit from strengthening teacher resources and strategies for coping with aggressive student behavior.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-08-03
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14080149
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 8 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 2248-2261: Psychometric Reliability to Assess the
           Perception of Women’s Fulfillment of Maternity Rights

    • Authors: Claudia Susana Silva-Fernández, María de la Calle, Paul Anthony Camacho, Silvia M. Arribas, Eva Garrosa, David Ramiro-Cortijo
      First page: 2248
      Abstract: The fulfillment of rights to maternal healthcare is a key factor for the wellbeing of women. However, there is a lack of an instrument to ascertain the experience of women during maternity to enable adequate monitoring. The aim of this study was to validate a new instrument to measure women’s perception of the fulfillment of rights during healthcare in pregnancy and childbirth and immediately postpartum. The initial version of the instrument consists of 50 items and was validated using exploratory factor analysis. Additionally, the final version of the instrument consists of 29 items and was validated by confirmatory factor analysis and known-group validity. The instrument was applied to 185 Spanish women. The global Aiken’s V of the initial instrument proposal was 0.89. The process resulted in an instrument with five factors (information, privacy, consent, support, and participation) that explained the 60% of the total variance. The score of the instrument was correlated with resilience, maternity beliefs, and positive and negative affect. External validation showed relations with age, gravida, and the number of times a woman has been in labor. Additionally, the Cronbach’s α reliability was 0.93 [0.91; 0.94]. In conclusion, the instrument developed is consistent and has appropriate psychometric properties for assessing the fulfillment rights of maternity healthcare.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-08-05
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14080150
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 8 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 2262-2281: Symptoms of Post-Traumatic Stress and
           Mental Health in a Sample of University Students: The Mediating Role of
           Resilience and Psychological Well-Being

    • Authors: Sílvia Ala, Francisco Ramos-Campos, Inês Carvalho Relva
      First page: 2262
      Abstract: The COVID-19 pandemic has been one of the most stressful events in recent times across the world. The long-term effect of these experiences raises several concerns, including the development of post-traumatic stress symptomatology. However, little is known about the psychological processes that mediate this association. The aim of this study was to explore the association of emotional exhaustion and anxiety in post-traumatic stress symptomatology, and the mediating role of resilience and psychological well-being in university students. A total of 526 university students of both sexes participated in this study, and they were aged between 17 and 62 years old. Symptoms of anxiety and emotional exhaustion were significantly higher in females, in contrast, males showed on average more resilience and psychological well-being. Additionally, participants with COVID-19 infection had higher levels of emotional exhaustion, anxiety, and PTSD. The results indicated that the variables were correlated with each other (p < 0.001). A conceptual model was confirmed that describes anxiety and emotional exhaustion as predictors, post-traumatic stress symptomatology as an outcome variable, and resilience and psychological well-being as mediators. Resilience and psychological well-being can be important protective factors for adaptive responses in stressful situations. The findings obtained in this study will provide a theoretical basis for designing targeted interventions to improve psychological health, whether for crisis intervention, the process of adapting to higher education, or for recovery plans from psychological trauma.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-08-05
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14080151
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 8 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 2282-2299: Assessing EFL (English as Foreign
           Language) Education for Sustainable Development: Exploring the Cultural
           Teaching Literature

    • Authors: Shujie Wu, Zahid Shafait
      First page: 2282
      Abstract: Cultural teaching is the underlying core component of English as Foreign Language (EFL) education. Although the previous literature has intensely studied this theme, a comprehensive bibliometric analysis of research characteristics and trends in this field is still lacking regarding cultural teaching in EFL education. This study aims to explore the research distribution, research hot topics, and research the trends of EFL cultural teaching by conducting a bibliometric analysis of 358 articles on Web of Science using CiteSpace. The analysis leads to the following three findings: (a) The countries that teach EFL prevail in terms of number of publications but lag behind in terms of research influence, and a global academic community has not taken shape. (b) Interculturality is the central theme, encompassing a range of related topics such as intercultural competence, intercultural communication, and cultural awareness, with key teachers, learners, and textbooks as research perspectives. (c) Multilingual turn has emerged as a prominent new trend, which emphasizes the importance of cultural diversity and pays more attention to source/native languages and cultures. Furthermore, possible measures of promoting interculturality were discussed on the basis of relevant literature studies. In addition, scholars are suggested to pay more academic attention to the research and practices of EFL countries.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-08-07
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14080152
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 8 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 2300-2313: Reduced Income and Its Associations with
           Physical Inactivity, Unhealthy Habits, and Cardiac Complications in the
           Hypertensive Population

    • Authors: Lucía Carrasco-Marcelo, Damián Pereira-Payo, María Mendoza-Muñoz, Raquel Pastor-Cisneros
      First page: 2300
      Abstract: (1) Background: A low socioeconomic status significantly increases the risk of hypertension and its associated cardiovascular diseases due to limited access to healthcare and may be even more accentuated by the presence of unhealthy lifestyle habits. The aim of the present research was to study if associations exist between having a family income under the poverty threshold and having an unhealthy diet, being physically inactive, being an alcohol drinker, perceiving one’s own health as bad, and suffering from congestive heart failure, coronary heart disease, angina pectoris, heart attack, or stroke. Additionally, the odds ratios of having these unhealthy habits and of suffering from the abovementioned cardiac complications of participants under the poverty threshold were calculated. (2) Methods: This cross-sectional study was based on the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) 2011–2020. The sample comprised 6120 adults with hypertension (3188 males and 2932 females). A descriptive analysis and non-parametric chi-squared tests were used to study the associations. A binary logistic regression model and backward LR method were used to calculate the odds ratios, normalized by age and sex. (3) Results: The chi-squared test showed associations between having a family income under the poverty threshold and being physically inactive (p < 0.001), having an unhealthy diet (p < 0.001), being an alcohol drinker (p < 0.001), perceiving one’s own health as bad (p < 0.001), and suffering from congestive heart failure (p = 0.002), heart attack (p = 0.001), or stroke (p = 0.02). A significantly increased odds ratio for these unhealthy habits and cardiac complications, and also for having coronary heart disease and angina pectoris, were found for hypertension sufferers under the poverty threshold. (4) Conclusions: It was confirmed that having a family income under the poverty threshold is associated with perceiving one’s own health as bad, having a series of negative habits in terms of physical activity, diet, and alcohol consumption, and with suffering from congestive heart failure, heart attack, or stroke. Increased odds ratios for these unhealthy habits and these conditions, plus coronary heart disease and angina pectoris, were found for hypertension sufferers under the poverty threshold.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-08-07
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14080153
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 8 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 2314-2336: Digital Inclusion among Community Older
           Adults in the Republic of Korea: Measuring Digital Skills and Health
           Consequences

    • Authors: Thet Htoo Pan, Myo Nyein Aung, Eun Woo Nam, Yuka Koyanagi, Hocheol Lee, Li Li, Myat Yadana Kyaw, Nadila Mulati, Saiyud Moolphate, Carol Ma Hok Ka, Jan A. G. M. van Dijk, Motoyuki Yuasa
      First page: 2314
      Abstract: Many older adults are increasingly embracing digital technology in the Republic of Korea. This study investigated the relationship between the digital skills of Korean older adults and their perceived health status and digital technology application for health promotion. This mixed-method study comprised a community survey of 434 older adults aged ≥65 in two cities in South Korea, followed by focus group interviews. Five types of digital skills, ‘operational internet skills’, ‘information navigation skills’, ‘social skills’, ‘creative skills’, and ‘mobile skills’, were measured using the LSE digital skill measurement instrument. Multivariable analysis identified the influence of digital skills on health-related outcomes. Among them, ‘social skills’ associated positively with self-rated health (β 0.37, 95%CI 0.08, 0.65). ‘Information navigation skills’ contributed positively to the use of digital technology and the internet for a healthy lifestyle in terms of improving eating habits (β 0.43, 95%CI 0.09, 0.77), accessing healthcare (β 0.53, 95%CI 0.21, 0.85), and accessing long-term care services (β 0.45, 95%CI 0.11, 0.79). Thematic analysis revealed that the study participants use Korean language-based resources such as Naver and Kakao Talk for social connection to promote a healthy lifestyle. This study concludes that encouraging initial and sustained use of the internet and enhancing digital skills among Korean older adults can promote active and healthy aging.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-08-08
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14080154
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 8 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 2337-2357: Relationship between Vitamin D
           Insufficiency, Lipid Profile and Atherogenic Indices in Healthy Women Aged
           18–50 Years

    • Authors: Ilham Lhilali, Noura Zouine, Lode Godderis, Adil El Midaoui, Samir El Jaafari, Younes Filali-Zegzouti
      First page: 2337
      Abstract: Although vitamin D insufficiency has been correlated with an increased risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD), there are few data on the association between 25-hydroxyvitamin D (25(OH)D) and atherogenic indices predictive of CVD. This study investigated the relationship of vitamin D status with lipid profile and atherogenic indices in adult women in Morocco. Three hundred women aged 18 to 50 years from Meknes were included. Fasting 25(OH)D and lipid concentrations were assayed by a one-step electrochemiluminescence-based immunoassay and an enzymatic method, respectively. Atherogenic indices (atherogenic index of plasma (AIP), atherogenic coefficient (AC), non-HDL cholesterol (non-HDL-C), Castelli risk indices I and II (CRI-I and II), and CHOLIndex (CI)) were calculated using conventional lipid parameters. Logistic regression models and operating characteristic curve (ROC) analysis were used to assess the relationship of the variables and estimate the threshold of 25(OH)D levels associated with high atherogenic indices. 25(OH) D below 20 ng/mL was significantly associated with an enhanced risk of hypertriglyceridemia and elevated values of AIP, AC, non-HDL-C, and CRI-I with an OR (95% CI) of 4.904 (1.856–12.959), 3.637 (2.149–6.158), 3.589 (1.673–7.700), 2.074 (1.215–3.540), and 2.481 (1.481–4.123), respectively. According to the ROC analysis, the likelihood of hypertriglyceridemia and high values of AIP, AC, non-HDL-C, and CRI-I were associated with 25(OH)D thresholds ≤15.15 ng/mL, ≤17.5 ng/mL, ≤19.8 ng/mL, ≤20.1 ng/mL, and ≤19.5 ng/mL, respectively, all p < 0.01. Based on the atherogenic indices, this study indicates that vitamin D below 20 ng/mL may increase the risk of cardiovascular disease in adult women. Additional health measures are essential to raise awareness among women and health professionals of preventing and controlling cardiovascular risk factors, particularly among young individuals.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-08-09
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14080155
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 8 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 2358-2376: Exploring Teacher Awareness of
           Artificial Intelligence in Education: A Case Study from Northern Cyprus

    • Authors: Ahmet Güneyli, Nazım Serkan Burgul, Sonay Dericioğlu, Nazan Cenkova, Sinem Becan, Şeyma Elif Şimşek, Hüseyin Güneralp
      First page: 2358
      Abstract: This study investigates the level of awareness among teachers regarding the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in education, focusing on whether this awareness varies according to socio-demographic characteristics, access to technology, and specific knowledge and beliefs about AI. Conducted in Northern Cyprus during the 2023–2024 academic year, this study employed a survey model with purposive and snowball sampling methods, involving 164 teachers. Teachers at different levels, namely, primary school, secondary school, high school, and university, were included in this study. The “Artificial Intelligence Awareness Scale”, developed by Ferikoğlu and Akgün (2022), was used to measure AI awareness. Data normality was verified through skewness and kurtosis values, allowing for parametric statistical tests such as t-tests, one-way ANOVA, logistic regression, and chi-square analysis. This study explored the distribution of AI use across different school types and educational levels and assessed the impact of sub-dimensions of AI awareness on its application in teaching. Findings revealed no significant influence of teacher demographics (age, gender, education level, type of school, institution level, and monthly income) on AI awareness. However, usage patterns indicated that university lecturers were more likely to incorporate AI in their teaching, followed by primary and high school teachers, with secondary school teachers using it the least. A Multilayer Neural Network Analysis identified practical knowledge as the most critical factor influencing the use of AI in teaching (importance weight of 0.450), followed by beliefs and attitudes (0.298), relatability (0.148), and theoretical knowledge (0.104). These results highlight the importance of practical knowledge for fostering AI integration in educational practices, underscoring significant implications for teacher training and professional development programs.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-08-12
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14080156
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 8 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 2377-2389: Affective Regulation and Trait Anger
           Personalities: The Buffering Effect of the Companion Animal Bond

    • Authors: Vincenzo Bochicchio, Cristiano Scandurra, Pasquale Dolce, Anna Scandurra, Maria Francesca Freda, Selene Mezzalira
      First page: 2377
      Abstract: Emotional dysregulation involving anger can have severe consequences on the individual’s psychosocial and emotional functioning. This study aimed to investigate the role that the companion animal bond and the personality dimension of trait anger play in explaining affective dysregulation. A cross-sectional online survey was administered to 365 participants. Using the PROCESS macro for SPSS, a moderated model was tested to analyze the hypothesis that affective dysregulation depends on trait anger and that the companion animal bond moderates the relationship between trait anger and affective dysregulation. The results showed that the effect of trait anger on affective dysregulation decreases especially when the degree of bonding to an animal companion is low, suggesting that a strong bond to a companion animal may protect individuals with trait anger from the likelihood of experiencing affective regulation problems. The psychological, health-related, and educational implications of the current anthrozoological study include the potential of the human–animal bond in acting as a facilitator of adaptive affective regulation processes, which can reduce the levels of uncontrolled anger-related emotions and the subsequent risk of out-of-control behaviors.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-08-18
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14080157
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 8 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 2390-2403: Social Anxiety among Middle-Aged
           Teachers in Secondary Education Schools

    • Authors: Lihan Guo, Ratanaporn Awiphan, Tinakon Wongpakaran, Penkarn Kanjanarat, Danny Wedding
      First page: 2390
      Abstract: Background: This study aimed to investigate the prevalence of social anxiety symptoms (SASs) and its associated factors among middle-aged teachers in secondary education schools. Methods: A cross-sectional survey was conducted from December 2023 to March 2024 among 341 secondary education schoolteachers aged 45–59 in Chiang Mai, Thailand, involving an online survey. Effects of psychosocial variables on SASs were investigated, including attachment anxiety, attachment avoidance, neuroticism and extraversion personality traits, loneliness, perceived social stress, job burnout, and anxiety and depression. Multiple linear regression was used to identify predictors of SASs. Results: This study found that 98 out of 341 (28.7%) teachers presented SASs. Multiple linear regression analysis showed that marital status (β = 0.103, 95% CI [0.437, 3.404]), income (β = 0.087, 95% CI [0.049, 3.758]), extraversion (β = −0.179, 95% CI [−0.573, −0.198]), attachment anxiety (β = 0.165, 95% CI [0.106, 0.359]), attachment avoidance (β = 0.145, 95% CI [0.066, 0.243]), depression (β = 0.242, 95% CI [0.248, 0.862]), loneliness (β = 0.182, 95% CI [0.099, 0.580]), and perceived social stress (β = 0.235, 95% CI [0.131, 0.373]) were significant predictors of SASs, explaining 51.1% of the variance. Conclusion: This study discovered a relatively high prevalence of SASs among middle-aged secondary schoolteachers.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-08-18
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14080158
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 8 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 2404-2416: Development of Internalizing Mental
           Health Symptoms from Early Childhood to Late Adolescence

    • Authors: Ioannis G. Katsantonis
      First page: 2404
      Abstract: Children’s mental health symptoms’ development can be characterized by both continuity and discontinuity. However, existing studies ignore the potential discontinuity in children’s internalizing symptoms’ development. Hence, the current study examines continuous and discontinuous developmental trajectories using representative data from a sample of 2792 children (49.10% females) from the Growing Up in Australia cohort assessed seven times (ages 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16). Longitudinal measurement invariance analyses revealed that internalizing symptoms were comparable over time. Linear, quadratic, and piecewise latent growth curve models were deployed to estimate the trajectory of internalizing symptoms from early childhood to late adolescence. The analyses showed that internalizing symptoms were characterized by a quadratic-quadratic piecewise growth curve comprising two distinct phases of upward concave growth. Internalizing scores reduced steadily between ages 4 and 8 years but exhibited a slight upward curvature between ages 8 and 10 years. By age 14 years, the trajectory remained relatively stable but spiked between age 14 and 16 years. The two phases of internalizing symptoms’ development were largely unrelated. Overall, the study adds to the knowledge about the development of internalizing mental health from early childhood to late adolescence and highlights the need for additional support in late adolescence.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-08-18
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14080159
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 8 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 2417-2434: Effect of University Social Capital on
           Working Students’ Dropout Intentions: Insights from Estonia

    • Authors: Mohammad Abu Sayed Toyon
      First page: 2417
      Abstract: This study investigates the role of social capital within the university context in retaining working students. It specifically examines the effects of university social capital factors—such as teacher–student relationships, peer networks, and support services—on the dropout intentions of working students, emphasizing the mediating role of employability trust. Using a sample of 1902 working students from the Eurostudent VII survey, this study employed factor analysis techniques and structural equation modeling to derive its findings. The results indicated that university social capital significantly reduces dropout intentions among working students. Strong teacher–student relationships, satisfaction with support services, robust peer networks, and high employability trust positively influence this social capital. There is a statistically significant negative association between teacher–student relationships, peer networks, employability trust, and dropout intentions. Furthermore, the findings reveal that without enhancing students’ employability trust, the effectiveness of support services might be limited. These findings not only contribute to the discourse on student retention and the development of university social capital but also provide practical insights for higher education strategies aimed at supporting working students.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-08-19
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14080160
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 8 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 2435-2444: Placebo Effects on the Enjoyment of
           Physical Activity and Performance among Kindergarten Children: A
           Randomized Controlled Trial

    • Authors: Marlies Stopper, Albert Wabnegger, Anne Schienle
      First page: 2435
      Abstract: Studies with adults and school children have shown that placebos can enhance motivation and performance in physical activities. This study aimed to investigate whether similar effects are present in kindergarten-aged children. A total of 101 children (58 girls, 43 boys) aged 3 to 6 years were randomly assigned to one of two groups that either received a deceptive placebo (DP: “magic potion”) or a nondeceptive placebo (NDP: “water”) to enhance physical abilities. Each child completed three tasks (sprinting; balancing: standing on a balance board; strength: using a handheld dynamometer) both with and without the placebo. The variables assessed included task performance, enjoyment, and expected and perceived placebo efficacy (measured with nonverbal pictorial rating scales). Results showed that both the DP and NDP increased speed. For strength, balance, and task enjoyment (which was very high), no placebo-induced changes were observed. Expected efficacy was higher for the DP; perceived efficacy did not differ between DP and NDP. In conclusion, reported outcome expectations indicated that kindergarten-aged children were already able to differentiate between the two types of placebos which exhibited positive effects concerning running performance. This encourages further research on using nondeceptive placebos to enhance physical activity, which is crucial for children’s overall health.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-08-22
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14080161
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 8 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 1853-1867: Network Analysis of the Association
           between Minority Stress and Activism in LGB People from Poland

    • Authors: Aleksandra Krok, Zofia Kardasz, Aleksandra M. Rogowska
      First page: 1853
      Abstract: (1) Background: This paper presents an analysis of the associations between minority stressors and activism in the population of lesbian, gay, and bisexual individuals in Poland. (2) Methods: The cross-sectional online-based research was conducted among 192 lesbian, gay, and bisexual (LGB) people in two groups: activists (n = 51) and people not engaged in activism (n = 141). Four scales of the Sexual Minority Stress Scale were used: Internalized Homophobia, Expectation of Rejection, Concealment, and Sexual Minority Negative Events Scale. Activism was measured using the Activism Scale and a single item asking about belonging to an activist group. (3) Results: Activists, lesbians, and gays scored significantly higher in the Sexual Minority Negative Events than people not involved in activism and bisexual individuals. Attitude toward LGBT+ activism correlated weakly and positively with Sexual Minority Negative Events and Expectation of Rejection while negatively with Internalized Homophobia. The Network Analysis showed that positive attitudes toward LGBT+ activism, the expectation of rejection, and negative events in minority stress are the most influential variables in the network model, playing a crucial role in the interaction between particular dimensions of minority stress. (4) Conclusions: Prevention and intervention programs should focus on reducing minority stress, especially negative events and rejection, especially among lesbians, gays, and people engaged in LGBT+ activism. The cooperation of politicians, lawyers, social workers, and psychologists is required to decrease homophobia and the stigmatization of people representing sexual and gender minorities.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-06-21
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14070122
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 7 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 1868-1880: Online Games and Cognitive Distortions:
           A Comparative Analysis in Students with and without Disabilities

    • Authors: Raquel Suriá-Martínez, Fernando García-Castillo, Carmen López-Sánchez, Esther Villegas, Carmen Carretón
      First page: 1868
      Abstract: Online games have experienced significant growth in recent years, with gaming becoming a popular form of entertainment for people of all ages. However, their impact on cognition, especially among vulnerable groups such as students with disabilities, is a topic that requires deeper exploration. The objectives of this study are twofold: firstly, to understand the typology of risk players (non-risk players, players with problems, and pathological players); and secondly, to compare cognitive distortions among students with problematic profiles. Both objectives will be analyzed based on the presence or absence of disability. A total of 704 students from various Spanish universities (135 with disabilities and 569 without disabilities), aged between 18 and 38, participated in the study by completing the Gamblers Belief Questionnaire (GBQ), aimed at measuring cognitive distortions related to gambling problems, as well as the Massachusetts Gambling Screen questionnaire, aimed at measuring gambling addiction. The results indicate a higher percentage of students with disabilities showing a greater risk profile for addiction. Additionally, this group of students exhibits more cognitive distortions. These findings underscore the need for a comprehensive approach to addressing online gaming addiction and cognitive distortions among university students, with and without disabilities. Preventive measures are necessary, such as education on responsible technology use and the promotion of alternative activities. Moreover, specific intervention strategies need to be developed, including access to psychological health services for this student population.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-06-24
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14070123
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 7 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 1881-1889: Violent Behaviour and Emotional
           Intelligence in Physical Education: The Effects of an Intervention
           Programme

    • Authors: Manuel Ortiz-Franco, Félix Zurita-Ortega, Eduardo Melguizo-Ibáñez, Gabriel González-Valero, David Lindell-Postigo, José Luis Ubago-Jiménez
      First page: 1881
      Abstract: Violent behaviour in the secondary education stage is a serious concern that comes from low emotional control. Judo is a sport that requires self-control and high emotional competence to mitigate aggressive behaviours. This research presents the objectives of analysing the correlations of different types of aggressive behaviours before an intervention program with those after said program, as well as study the effect of emotions on aggressive behaviours before and after the intervention program through multigroup structural equation modelling. A quasi-experimental study was planned. It used a pre-test–post-test design in a population of 139 secondary school students (M = 15.76; SD = 1.066). The instruments were an ad hoc questionnaire, the Schutte Self-Report Inventory and the Violent Behaviour at School Scale. The data show that the intervention decreased the correlations between different types of violent behaviours. The results show an increase in the effect of emotional intelligence on mitigating aggressive attitudes. The promotion and use of contact sports is necessary to prevent the emergence of aggressive behaviours within a school environment.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-06-24
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14070124
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 7 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 1890-1901: Development and Preliminary Validation
           of a Scale to Measure Perceived Therapist’s Knowledge about Gender
           Identity Diversity among Trans and Non-Binary Individuals in Puerto Rico

    • Authors: Caleb Esteban, Eddiel Hernández-López, Margarita Francia-Martínez, Alixida Ramos-Pibernus
      First page: 1890
      Abstract: This study aimed to describe the development of the Perceived Therapist’s Knowledge about Gender Identity Diversity Scale and to preliminarily validate this scale by describing its psychometric properties. This research instrument was constructed based on the existing literature and recommendations for instrument development. Initially, a 36-item scale was devised to assess perceived openness and knowledge about gender identity diversity in therapy. The content validation process involved 12 expert judges, leading to a refined 25-item scale. Participants consisting of 57 trans and non-binary Puerto Rican individuals completed the scale. Exploratory factor analysis revealed a unidimensional structure, supporting a single factor named “perceived knowledge about gender identity diversity in therapy.” The final scale demonstrated excellent reliability (α = 0.978; Sα = 0.980; ω = 0.979), indicating strong internal consistency. This validated scale contributes to assessing primarily Hispanic trans and non-binary individuals’ perceptions of their therapists’ knowledge about gender identity diversity.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-06-25
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14070125
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 7 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 1902-1912: Psychometric Properties of the Chinese
           Version of the Core Symptom Index: A Study among Chinese Parents of
           Children with Autistic Spectrum Disorders

    • Authors: Yu Chang, Bijing He, Justin DeMaranville, Nahathai Wongpakaran, Danny Wedding, Tinakon Wongpakaran
      First page: 1902
      Abstract: (1) Background: Parents of children with autism spectrum disorders often experience psychological distress, which can affect the quality of childcare they provide. It is crucial to screen for psychiatric symptoms among these parents. The core symptom index (CSI) is a widely recognized tool used to assess general symptoms, including depression, anxiety, and somatic issues. It has proven validity and reliability across diverse Thai populations. Given the cultural similarities between Thai and Chinese populations, the CSI has been successfully implemented within the Chinese population. Nevertheless, it is crucial to research its validity and reliability in the general Chinese population. This study aimed to investigate the psychometric properties of the Chinese version of the CSI among parents of children with autism spectrum disorders using confirmatory factor analysis (CFA). (2) Methods: A total of 794 Chinese parents raising children with autism participated in this study. All completed the CSI, along with the social inhibition subscale of the Interpersonal Problems Inventory and the Couple Satisfaction Index. Factorial validity was assessed using CFA to determine how well the bifactor three-factor model fits the data. Various structural models were compared using model fit indices. Convergent and discriminant validity were examined by exploring correlations with the social inhibition subscale and the Couple Satisfaction Index. Invariance testing of the CSI was conducted across multiple groups based on gender, age, and education using CFA. The reliability of the CSI was evaluated using McDonald’s omega coefficients. (3) Results: The bifactor model emerged as the best-fitting model for the data, suggesting that the total score of the CSI adequately represents overall psychiatric symptoms. The CSI exhibited significant correlations with the social inhibition subscale (r = 0.41, p < 0.01) and smaller correlation coefficients with the Couple Satisfaction Index (r = −0.16, p < 0.05), indicating both convergent and discriminant validity. The invariant test results support scalar invariance levels based on gender and age but only partial invariance for education. The Chinese version of the CSI demonstrated high consistency, with McDonald’s omega coefficients ranging between 0.86 and 0.95. (4) Conclusions: The bifactor model of the Chinese version of the CSI is validated, making it a suitable tool for measuring depression, anxiety, and somatization symptoms among parent(s) of children with autism spectrum disorders. Further research on other Chinese populations is encouraged.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-06-26
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14070126
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 7 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 1913-1926: False Beliefs about Mathematics in
           Spanish Pre-Service Teachers and Relations with Math Anxiety

    • Authors: Justicia-Galiano, Pelegrina
      First page: 1913
      Abstract: Teachers may hold beliefs about how students learn mathematics and about the subject itself. However, some of these beliefs, often referred to as “math myths”, may be oversimplified ideas that appear valid but lack solid scientific evidence. This study was aimed to investigate the prevalence of math myths among Spanish pre-service teachers and compare it with the degree of support for these myths reported in previous studies; investigate the possible underlying structure of a set of false beliefs about math; and determine the relationships of certain math misconceptions with math anxiety. A total of 212 Spanish pre-service teachers were administered questionnaires about math myths and about general and math anxiety. The results showed prevalence patterns of each math misconception similar to those in previous studies. False beliefs about math showed weak or negligible correlations with each other and did not exhibit a discernible underlying structure. Furthermore, math anxiety was related to the belief that some individuals are perceived to possess a “math mind” while others do not. Our results suggest diverse origins for the development of different math myths, rather than the myths being the consequence of a single underlying factor. Finally, the endorsement of certain beliefs about who can do mathematics may contribute to negative emotions towards mathematics.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-06-28
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14070127
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 7 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 1927-1939: Effectiveness of a Mindfulness-Based
           Intervention Program to Improve Communication and Stress Coping Skills in
           University Students

    • Authors: Ana María Morales-Rodríguez, Francisco Manuel Morales-Rodríguez
      First page: 1927
      Abstract: Investigating the contribution of mindfulness training to psychological well-being and quality of life in the university setting is of interest. The objective of the study is to present a comparative analysis of the scores in the variables of self-efficacy, resilience, coping strategies, and communication skills before and after the application of an intervention program based on mindfulness. An ex post facto cross-sectional design and a convenience sample of participants were adopted. The participants were students belonging to Education Sciences who benefited from the activities of the program. Instruments were administered to assess mindfulness, self-efficacy, resilience, coping strategies, and communication skills. The correlations of the mindfulness variable with the other psychoeducational variables evaluated were also analyzed. The results indicate an increase in the scores in the selected variables of mindfulness, resilience, communication skills, and some of the coping strategies considered productive or functional such as problem solving, self-criticism, emotional expression, desiderative thinking, social support, and cognitive restructuring. Statistically significant correlations were also observed between the variable mindfulness and those of perceived self-efficacy, resilience, coping strategies, and communication skills. The development of mindfulness training programs in the university setting is necessary to contribute to the improvement of more adaptive coping skills and the promotion of resilience.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-06-29
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14070128
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 7 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 1940-1952: Mothers’ Responses to
           Children’s Emotions and Children’s Behavior: The Mediating
           Role of Children’s Emotion Regulation

    • Authors: Catarina Rolo, Eva Diniz, Alessandra Babore, Tânia Brandão
      First page: 1940
      Abstract: While prior research has clearly established links between maternal responses and children’s emotion regulation (ER), the implications of these links for children’s behaviors, especially at school (as reported by their teachers), remain much less explored. This study examined the mediating role of children’s ER in the relationship between maternal reactions to both negative and positive emotions of children and the subsequent behaviors of these children at school. Participants included 56 Portuguese school-aged children (31 boys and 25 girls, aged 6–10 years, mean age = 8.27, SD = 1.27), their mothers (aged 26–55 years, mean age = 38.33, SD = 6.68), and their teachers (n = 7 female teachers) in a multi-informant study. Mothers provided reports on their responses to their children’s emotions and their perceptions of the children’s ER and lability/negativity, while teachers assessed the children’s behavior in the classroom. The results indicated that punitive maternal reactions were associated with greater child lability/negativity, which in turn correlated with increased conduct problems and hyperactivity at school. Conversely, maternal encouragement of expression was linked to reduced lability/negativity, which was associated with fewer emotional symptoms at school. Additionally, maternal problem-focused reactions and guided/empowering responses were associated with reduced child lability/negativity, which in turn correlated with fewer conduct problems and less hyperactivity at school. These findings suggest that maternal responses to children’s emotions can significantly influence children’s behaviors in the classroom via mechanisms involving children’s ER.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-07-01
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14070129
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 7 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 1953-1968: VISCERAL SENSITIVITY INDEX (VSI-IT):
           Italian Adaptation and Validation

    • Authors: Amelia Rizzo, Aurora Mautone, Aldo Sitibondo, Gabriella Nucera, Livio Tarchi, Hicham Khabbache, Driss Ait Ali, Khalid Ouazizi, Łukasz Szarpak, Michal Pruc, Murat Yıldırım, Francesco Chirico
      First page: 1953
      Abstract: The Visceral Sensitivity Index (VSI) represents a significant advancement in the assessment of gastrointestinal-specific anxiety among patients with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and chronic inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD)—such as ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease. However, an Italian version of the instrument is not yet available for the Italian-speaking population. This study utilized a national sample of 500 individuals divided into four groups: (a) patients with Crohn’s disease, (b) patients with ulcerative colitis, (c) patients with IBS, and (d) healthy controls (individuals without any diagnoses) to test the validity and reliability of the Italian VSI. Using back-translation methodology to ensure translation fidelity, this research applied a questionnaire and the VSI through an online format to 500 participants. Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA) revealed that the Italian VSI had excellent psychometric properties, demonstrating high internal consistency (Cronbach’s α = 0.949) and construct validity. The scale proved sensitive in detecting significant differences in visceral sensitivity among groups, highlighting its utility as a clinical and research assessment tool. Specifically, the Italian VSI exhibited a unidimensional factorial structure and maintained a strong correlation with interoceptive awareness, type of disease, and gastrointestinal symptom severity, confirming its role in enhancing the understanding and management of IBD and IBS in Italy.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-07-05
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14070130
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 7 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 1969-1980: Examining the Impact of a Behavior
           Modification Program on Disease Prevention Behaviors among Individuals at
           Risk of Diabetes: A Quasi-Experimental Investigation

    • Authors: Thanatkorn Phudphad, Supat Teravecharoenchai, Panit Khemtong, Wanich Suksatan
      First page: 1969
      Abstract: This study aimed to develop and test a behavior modification intervention to prevent type 2 diabetes (T2DM) among at-risk individuals. The primary goal was to compare diabetes prevention behaviors and fasting blood sugar levels between the intervention and comparison groups. This study utilizes a quasi-experimental design to develop a behavior modification intervention for preventing diabetes. It involves two groups, each with pre- and post-intervention assessments, comprising 60 at-risk individuals equally divided into intervention and comparison groups. The 8-week intervention includes components like risk assessment, dietary skill enhancement, exercise, stress management, and social media platforms (data recording training, follow-up visits, reminders, and visual aids). Data collection includes self-administered questionnaires and blood sugar level measurements. Statistical analysis involved paired t-tests for within-group comparisons and independent t-tests for between-group differences. The findings showed that the intervention group achieved significantly higher average scores in nutrition, exercise, and stress management, and had significantly lower average blood sugar levels compared to the comparison group. These results suggest that healthcare providers and policymakers should develop community health programs and public health policies that incorporate integrative care, leverage social media platforms, and foster collaboration with other health professionals to improve outcomes for individuals at risk of T2DM.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-07-06
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14070131
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 7 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 1981-1995: The Moderating Effects of Gender and
           Study Discipline in the Relationship between University Students’
           Acceptance and Use of ChatGPT

    • Authors: Ibrahim A. Elshaer, Ahmed M. Hasanein, Abu Elnasr E. Sobaih
      First page: 1981
      Abstract: The intensive adoption of ChatGPT by university students for learning has encouraged many scholars to test the variables that impact on their use of such AI in their learning. This study adds to the growing body of studies, especially in relation to the moderating role of students’ gender and their study discipline in their acceptance and usage of ChatGPT in their learning process. This study expanded the Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology (UTAUT) by integrating gender as well as study disciplines as moderators. The study collected responses from students in Saudi universities with different study disciplines and of different genders. The results of a structural model using Smart PLS showed a significant moderating effect of gender on the relationship between performance expectancy and ChatGPT usage. The results confirmed that the impact of performance expectancy in fostering ChatGPT usage was stronger in male than in female students. Moreover, social influence was shown to significantly affect males more than females in relation to ChatGPT usage. In addition, the findings showed that study discipline significantly moderates the link between social influence and ChatGPT usage. In the same vein, social influence significantly influences ChatGPT use in social sciences more than in applied sciences. Hence, the various implications of the study were discussed.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-07-08
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14070132
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 7 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 1996-2012: The Effect of a SEL
           (Social–Emotional Learning) Intervention Program Based on Emotional
           Regulation and Metacognitive Awareness for Special Education Preservice
           Teachers Experiencing Adapted Teaching in Mathematics

    • Authors: Stella Gidalevich, Ella Mirkin
      First page: 1996
      Abstract: This study’s aim was to examine the influence of a unique intervention program based on emotional self-awareness and the development of emotional regulation as an important component of SEL combined with metacognitive awareness. Seventy-two third-year preservice teachers participated for one year, tutoring a mathematically challenged student. This intervention was applied to an experimental group where each participant learned to assess his/her emotional state using a special ruler prior to teaching a lesson, and according to the ruler’s assessment results, the preservice teacher was assisted by a variety of emotional regulations as well as metacognitive strategies. A control group learned only metacognitive strategies. This study’s results indicated that experimental group participants showed notable improvement in cognitive reappraisal post-intervention compared to the control group, which showed no change. For metacognitive awareness, in both research groups, an increase was apparent post-intervention. Nevertheless, a comparison of the effect size of differences between the two measurement points indicated that the experimental group exhibited a greater improvement in metacognitive regulation compared to the control group. A significant positive correlation was found in the experimental group between cognitive reappraisal and metacognitive regulation. Assimilation and training of emotional skills among preservice teachers during training are necessary.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-07-09
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14070133
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 7 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 2013-2028: Sexual Well-Being and Aging Patterns:
           Findings of a Cluster Analysis among Older Adults in Portugal and Spain

    • Authors: Sofia von Humboldt, Emilia Cabras, Gail Low, Isabel Leal
      First page: 2013
      Abstract: Objectives: From a cross-cultural perspective, aging well may encompass pertinent challenges in terms of adjustment, sexual well-being, and satisfaction with life in the late years. Considering the paucity of empirical data concerning cultural diversity of experiencing aging, this study aims to help fill this gap by assessing the specific patterns of sexual satisfaction, adjustment to aging (AtA), and life satisfaction with life (SwL) of older adults in Portugal and Spain. Methods: This cross-national study included 326 older adults, age 65 and older, from Portugal and Spain. Five instruments were applied: (a) Adjustment to Aging Scale (ATAS); (b) Satisfaction with Life Scale (SwLS); (c) New Sexual Satisfaction Scale-Short (NSSS-S); (d) Mini-Mental State Exam; and (e) Sociodemographic, Health and Lifestyle questionnaire. K-means cluster analysis was employed to identify and characterize the clusters considering adjustments to aging, sexual satisfaction, and life satisfaction. One-way ANOVAs were conducted to analyze differences in sexual well-being among clusters. Results: Findings indicated three clusters, which explained 77.7% (R-sq = 0.777) of the total variance: Cluster 1: “Most skilled” (n = 26, 8.0%), Cluster 2: “Least adjusted” (n = 115, 35.3%), and Cluster 3: “Aging strivers” (n = 185, 56.7%). Participants in Cluster 1 were mostly Portuguese, with high levels of AtA, sexual satisfaction, and SWL. Conversely, Cluster 2 included mostly Portuguese participants with moderate sexual satisfaction and lower levels of AtA and SwL. Participants from Cluster 3 were mostly Spanish, with moderate levels of AtA and reduced sexual satisfaction and SwL. Conclusions: This study innovates by exploring the elaborate interplay among sexual satisfaction, AtA, and SwL in a cross-cultural perspective, with implications for tailoring interventions, service planning, development, and evaluation of culturally diverse older populations.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-07-11
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14070134
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 7 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 2029-2046: Determinants of Inequalities in the
           Exposure to and Adoption of Multiple Health Risk Behaviors among Brazilian
           Adolescents, 2009–2019

    • Authors: Mariana Rebello Haddad, Flavia Mori Sarti
      First page: 2029
      Abstract: The occurrence of multiple risk behaviors among adolescents imposes challenges in the context of public policies of health, particularly in low- and middle-income countries. Evidence on the conditions leading to the exposure to and adoption of multiple risk behaviors allows the identification of vulnerable groups of adolescents, and may support the proposition of targeted strategies directed to individuals at risk. Therefore, the aim of this study was to perform a quantitative analysis to identify recent trends in the exposure to and adoption of multiple health risk behaviors among Brazilian adolescents, highlighting individual-, household-, and school-level characteristics linked to inequalities among social groups. The analysis was based on cross-sectional data from the National Student Health Survey (PeNSE), conducted by the Brazilian Institute for Geography and Statistics in 2009, 2012, 2015, and 2019. The trends in the occurrence of multiple risk behaviors among adolescents were estimated according to social strata, allowing the calculation of concentration indexes and their disaggregation into major determinants of inequalities in the exposure and adoption of risk behaviors. The analyses were conducted using a complex survey design to allow representativeness at the population level. The results showed a rise in the incidence of multiple risk behaviors among youngsters in Brazil from 2009 to 2019. Factors influencing inequalities in the exposure to multiple risk behaviors were socioeconomic status and the characteristics of the household and school environments, whilst the adoption of multiple risk behaviors was also influenced by early exposure to multiple risk behaviors. Furthermore, trends in inequalities in the exposure to and adoption of multiple risk behaviors showed an intensification from 2009 to 2019, being initially concentrated among wealthier adolescents, followed by a transition to higher incidence in the lower socioeconomic strata in 2012 and 2015, respectively. The findings underscore the role of support systems for adolescents at risk within the familial and school contexts, whereas strategies of public policies of health based on the strengthening of community ties may require improvements to tackle socioeconomic inequalities in the occurrence of risk behaviors among youngsters.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-07-11
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14070135
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 7 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 2047-2056: Trauma Exposure, Social Support and
           Mental Health in the General Population in Belgium

    • Authors: Emilie Muysewinkel, Lara Vesentini, Helena Van Deynse, Lydia Gisle, Pierre Smith, Helena Bruggeman, Johan Bilsen, Roel Van Overmeire
      First page: 2047
      Abstract: Introduction: International research has shown that trauma exposure can lead to mental health disorders and affect social support. However, there is little insight into trauma exposure and its related issues in the general population of Belgium. Methods: Secondary cross-sectional data on the general adult population were retrieved from the Belgian Health Interview Survey. Using a representative sample, data were collected on trauma exposure in the past 12 months, and the disclosure of trauma, social support, depressive/anxiety symptoms and background factors were investigated. Results: In total, 7728 participants were included in this study, and 4.8% (N = 369) reported trauma exposure within the past 12 months. People with trauma exposure (4.8%, N = 369) consistently had more anxiety and depressive symptoms than those without trauma (p < 0.001), and people with multiple trauma exposures had more symptoms than those with a single trauma (p < 0.001). Social support was observed to be lower among those with trauma exposure (p < 0.001), and 17.1% had never disclosed their trauma to anyone. Sexual violence was higher among women (64.5%) and was also the least disclosed form of trauma. Conclusions: Trauma exposure is associated with poorer mental health in Belgium. Around a fifth of those who experience trauma do not disclose their trauma, which is the most common after sexual violence.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-07-15
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14070136
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 7 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 2057-2073: Adverse Childhood Experience, Parental
           Bonding, and Fatherhood as Parenting Vulnerabilities to Social Anxiety
           Severity

    • Authors: Rasoul Heshmati, Nazanin Seyed Yaghoubi Pour, Parisa Haji Abbasoghli, Mojtaba Habibi Asgarabad
      First page: 2057
      Abstract: Background: The present study aims to elucidate the association between adverse childhood experiences, parental bonding, fatherhood, and social anxiety symptoms among emerging adults within an Iranian context. Methods: This prospective cross-sectional study utilized self-reported assessments to evaluate fatherhood, parental bonding, anxious thoughts, and childhood trauma. The study was administered to 242 university students exhibiting social anxiety symptoms. Among the participants, 181 (74.8%) were boys and 61 (25.2%) were girls between the ages of 18 and 29. In terms of educational background, 64.9% of them held a bachelor’s degree, and 35.1% held a master’s degree. A majority of them (84.3%) were of middle-class socio-economic status, 6.6% were of low income, and 9.1% were of high income. Results: Analysis via multiple linear regression revealed that individuals with adverse childhood experiences exhibited heightened levels of social anxiety symptoms (R2 = 0.32) compared to their counterparts without such experiences. Furthermore, fatherhood (R2 = 0.28), paternal bonding (R2 = 0.26), and maternal bonding (R2 = 0.26) were all significantly and equally associated with variance in social anxiety symptoms. The findings underscored the substantial correlation between ACEs, fatherhood, and both maternal and paternal bonding with social anxiety symptoms in adulthood. Conclusions: Accordingly, the study emphasizes the importance of thoroughly assessing the multifaceted contributors to social anxiety. Such insights are pivotal for the design and implementation of community-based preventive interventions aimed at reducing the societal burden of social anxiety disorders.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-07-18
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14070137
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 7 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 2074-2086: Military Values, Military Virtues, and
           Vulnerable Narcissism among Cadets of the Swiss Armed Forces—Results
           of a Cross-Sectional Study

    • Authors: Immanuel Schkade, Dena Sadeghi-Bahmani, Undine E. Lang, Rebecca K. Blais, Zeno Stanga, Ismail I. Ülgür, Serge Brand, Hubert Annen
      First page: 2074
      Abstract: Background: For military leaders, military values and virtues are important psychological prerequisites for successful leadership and for ethical and moral military behavior. However, research on predictors of military values and virtues is scarce. Given this background, we investigated whether Organizational Citizenship Behavior (OCB), resilience, and vulnerable narcissism might be favorably or unfavorably associated with military values and virtues, and whether vulnerable narcissism could moderate the association between the OCB-by-resilience-interaction, and military virtues. Methods: A total of 214 officer cadets (mean age: 20.75 years; 96.8% males) of the Swiss Armed Forces (SAF) volunteered to take part in this cross-sectional study. They completed a booklet of self-rating scales covering dimensions of military values and military virtues, OCB, resilience, and vulnerable narcissism. Results: Higher scores for military virtues were associated with higher scores for military values, OCB, and resilience, and with lower scores for vulnerable narcissism. Multiple regression models showed that higher scores for OCB and resilience were associated with military values and virtues. Vulnerable narcissism moderated the association between military virtues, and the OCB-by-resilience-interaction: the higher the vulnerable narcissism, the more the OCB-by-resilience-interaction was associated with lower scores for military virtues. Conclusions: Among cadets of the SAF, the associations between military values, military virtues, OCB, and resilience were highly intertwined, while vulnerable narcissism appeared to attenuate the association between military virtues, OCB, and resilience.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-07-19
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14070138
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 7 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 2087-2100: Creativity and Emotional Exhaustion in
           Virtual Work Environments: The Ambiguous Role of Work Autonomy

    • Authors: Carlos Santiago-Torner
      First page: 2087
      Abstract: The results regarding the relationship between creativity in virtual work environments and its influence on emotional exhaustion are inconclusive. Furthermore, autonomy, when it loses its original purpose of acting as a job resource, takes on an ambiguous role that needs further research. Objective: To analyze the relationship between creativity and emotional exhaustion, along with the role assumed by work autonomy in this link, in an online work context. Methodology: The sample was formed of 448 employees with university studies. The statistical analysis was conducted through a simple moderation process. Results: Creativity and work autonomy mitigate emotional exhaustion. In fact, work autonomy plays a moderating role regarding the relationship between creativity and emotional exhaustion. Control over work surely reduces the impact of work-related stressors, and this safety climate promotes adaptive and original responses that improve employees’ emotional health. However, when creative demands coincide with an autonomy that extends working hours, instead of establishing limits, this supposed benefit becomes a demand that prevents employees from disconnecting, until emotionally exhausting them. Conclusion: A virtual work environment is an ideal habitat for creativity and self-management to improve employees’ emotional health, as long as work autonomy acts as a resource.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-07-19
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14070139
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 7 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 2101-2115: Well-Being and Dispositional Hope in a
           Sample of Portuguese Citizens: The Mediating Role of Mental Health

    • Authors: Maria João Velez, Helena A. Marujo, Zaida Charepe, Ana Querido, Carlos Laranjeira
      First page: 2101
      Abstract: In our pursuit of a fulfilling and contented life, the study of well-being has emerged as a fundamental field of research. Higher levels of well-being are associated with better mental health outcomes. Individuals with better mental health might possess the personal resources necessary to set and pursue meaningful goals, maintain positive expectations, and overcome adversities. We aim to explore the positive relationship between well-being (hedonic, psychological, and social) and dispositional hope. We suggest that mental health acts as a mediator in this relationship, since improved mental health can create a conducive environment for the development and maintenance of dispositional hope. Data were collected using an e-survey through social media during the last quarter of 2022. The hypothesis of this study was tested using mediation analysis. The sample was composed of 471 participants (85.4% female) with a mean age of 47.72 ± 11.86 years. Participants were mainly workers (88.6%), followed by pensioners (6.8%), university students (2.5%), and unemployed (2.1%). Results revealed that well-being was positively and significantly associated with dispositional hope. Additionally, well-being presented a significant and positive relationship with mental health, which, in turn, also presented a significant and positive relationship with dispositional hope. Finally, using the Hayes process macro for SPSS, we found that mental health mediates the relationship between well-being and dispositional hope. Our findings reinforce the conceptual frameworks that consider well-being and mental health as key contributors to a resilient and optimistic mindset. Interventions that aim to cultivate positive affect, facilitate personal growth, and foster supportive social environments might help improve mental health outcomes.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-07-22
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14070140
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 7 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 1489-1500: Associations between Stigma, Depression,
           and Adherence to Antiretroviral Therapy in Brazilian Men Who Have Sex with
           Men Living with HIV

    • Authors: Felipe Alckmin-Carvalho, Henrique Pereira, António Oliveira, Lucia Nichiata
      First page: 1489
      Abstract: Adherence to antiretroviral therapy (ART) is a complex and multi-determined process that is influenced by psychosocial variables. Although international studies have pointed to the adverse impact of HIV stigma, sexual stigma, and depression on ART adherence among men who have sex with men (MSM) with HIV, less is known about this association among Brazilians. We aimed to (a) evaluate indicators of depression, stigma related to HIV and homosexuality, and adherence to ART in a sample of Brazilian MSM living with HIV; (b) assess possible correlations between the variables analyzed, and (c) assess the impact of HIV and sexual stigma and depression on ART adherence. This cross-sectional study comprised 138 Brazilian MSM living with HIV as participants. Scales used included: a sociodemographic/clinical questionnaire, the questionnaire for assessment of adherence to antiretroviral therapy (CEAT-HIV), the Beck depression inventory (BDI-II), the internalized homophobia scale, and the HIV stigmatization scale. The mean adherence score was relatively high (78.83, within a range of 17–89 points). However, we observed inadequate ART adherence (CEAT-HIV < 75) in 28 (20.2%) respondents. Participants reported high scores for internalized sexual stigma, perceived sexual stigma in the community, and HIV stigma. Symptoms of depression were identified in 48.47% of participants. We found negative correlations between depression, HIV stigma, and treatment adherence, but not between sexual stigma and ART adherence. HIV-related stigma and sexual stigma were positively correlated with depression. Our regression analysis indicated that each year of age at diagnosis of HIV increased adherence by 0.22 points, on average. Each additional BDI-II score reduced adherence to ART by 0.20 points. The high prevalence of depression, HIV stigma, and sexual stigma, and their adverse effects on ART adherence and mental health, point to the need to implement evidence-based interventions to reduce sexual and serological stigma in the general population, as well as to mitigate the negative impacts of stigma on MSM living in HIV in Brazil. They also highlight the importance of periodically screening for these variables among MSM treated in Brazilian public health services, especially among those with inadequate adherence to ART.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-05-23
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14060098
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 6 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 1501-1513: Associations of Eating Habits with
           Self-Rated Health and Life Satisfaction in Adolescents: A 42-Country
           Cross-Sectional Study

    • Authors: Sitong Chen, José Francisco López-Gil, Aamir Raoof Memon, Ran Bao, Xingyi Yang
      First page: 1501
      Abstract: Objective: The aim of this study was to explore the associations of eating habits with self-rated health and life satisfaction in adolescents using a multiple-country sample. Methods: Cross-sectional data from the Health Behavior in School-Aged Children (HBSC) 2013/2014 wave was used in this study. A self-reported questionnaire was used to collect data on independent variables including breakfast on weekdays, breakfast at weekends, and consumption of fruits, vegetables, sweets, and soft dirks. Outcomes included self-rated health and life satisfaction. Regression models were used to assess the associations between the independent variables and the two outcomes, separately, after controlling for covariates. Results were presented using odds ratios (ORs) and 95% confidence intervals (CIs). Results: Of all the study participants (aged 11–15 years), 50.8% were girls. Compared with no consumption of breakfast on weekdays, eating breakfast for five days had 1.22 times greater likelihood for improved self-rated health (OR = 1.22, 95% CI: 1.19–1.25, p < 0.001). Participants who ate breakfast for both days (OR = 1.41, 95% CI: 1.36–1.46, p < 0.001) and one day (OR = 1.12, 95% CI = 1.08–1.17, p < 0.001) were more likely to experience improved self-rated health compared to never eating breakfast at weekends. Five or more days for fruit and vegetable consumption resulted in better self-rated health (all p < 0.001). Similar results were found in terms of the associations of breakfast, fruit, and vegetable consumption with life satisfaction. For example, a higher frequency of fruit intake was associated with enhanced self-rated health (e.g., OR for more than once daily = 1.42, 95% CI: 1.34–1.51, p < 0.001) compared to no fruit consumption. Similarly, a higher-frequency vegetable intake, such as more than once daily (OR = 1.33, 95% CI: 1.26–1.39, p < 0.001), was associated with improved self-rated health. Conclusions: Healthy eating habits, especially regular breakfast and a higher consumption of vegetables and fruit, are associated with better self-rated health and life satisfaction in school-aged children. Of note, the consumption of fruit would have the greatest impact on health and wellbeing outcomes. This study offers evidence that healthy eating habits can play a vital role in school-aged children’s health and wellbeing, highlighting the practical significance of educating adolescents to develop healthy eating habits.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-05-23
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14060099
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 6 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 1514-1526: Disparity in the Burden of Caring for
           Older Persons between Families Living in Housing Estates and Traditional
           Communities in Thailand

    • Authors: Nadila Mulati, Myo Nyein Aung, Saiyud Moolphate, Thin Nyein Nyein Aung, Yuka Koyanagi, Siripen Supakankunti, Motoyuki Yuasa
      First page: 1514
      Abstract: Thailand’s rapid population aging and reliance on family-based long-term care requires research into disparities in family caregiver burden. Since the type of residence matters to the caregiving outcome, this research aimed to examine the difference in caregiver burden between residents of private housing estates and traditional village communities. This cross-sectional study was conducted with 1276 family caregivers of community-dwelling Thai older adults, in Chiang Mai province, Thailand. The caregiver burden was examined using the Caregiver Burden Inventory (CBI), and the care recipients’ dependency status was examined using Barthel’s Activity of Daily Living (ADL). Descriptive analysis, multivariate analysis of variance test, and multiple logistic regression analysis were performed. Family caregivers living in a traditional village community were 1.607 times more likely to experience emotional burden (adj. OR 1.607, 95% CI: 1.049, 2.462) and 2.743 times more likely to experience overall caregiver burden (adj. OR: 1.163, 95% CI: 1.163, 6.471) compared to those in the private housing estate group. Our findings showed significant differences in caregiver burden based on residential area, contributing with insights to evidence-based policies, interventions, and programs to minimize disparities and promote family caregivers’ health and well-being.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-05-28
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14060100
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 6 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 1527-1542: Relationship between Parenting
           Educational Styles and Well-Being in Families with Autistic Children: A
           Systematic Review

    • Authors: Elena Benseny Benseny Delgado, Wenceslao Peñate Peñate Castro, Alicia Díaz Díaz Megolla
      First page: 1527
      Abstract: The prevalence of diagnosed cases of autism has increased rapidly, which has raised interest in studying the variables related to the well-being of these families. The purpose of this paper is to review the recent literature on other variables related to family well-being, such as parenting styles. We conducted a systematic review using the PRISMA check list and bias assessment with the aim of analyzing if the concepts of autism, well-being and parenting style are related. We screened 755 references from relevant databases like Scopus, Pubmed, PscyInfo EBSCO, Web of Science and Dialnet, updated on May 2024. Sixteen full text articles and abstracts were read. It was identified that the authoritative parenting style, as well as those based on warmth, establishing relationships and emotional bonding, and low expressed emotion were positively related to family well-being. On the other hand, authoritarian, permissive and overprotective styles, as well as critical, punishing and training-based, were negatively associated with well-being and quality of family life.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-05-30
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14060101
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 6 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 1543-1560: On the Construct of Subjective Risk
           Intelligence and Its Relationships with Personality, Emotional
           Intelligence and Coping Strategies: A Comparison between Adolescents and
           Adults

    • Authors: Maria Guarnera, Rita Zarbo, Stefania Lucia Buccheri, Paola Magnano
      First page: 1543
      Abstract: The complexity of today’s scenario has made it necessary to investigate the need for individuals to make choices that entail increasing exposure to risk and uncertainty. Among the individual resources that could help people to cope with situations of uncertainty, the new construct of subjective risk intelligence (SRI), known as a person’s ability to effectively weigh the pros and cons of a decision in situations where not all the outcomes are foreseen, would seem to play a prominent role. Considering that personality and coping strategies have been shown to be significantly related in previous research, the present study investigates the relationships between subjective risk intelligence, emotional intelligence, personality traits and coping strategies in both adults and adolescents. This cross-sectional study was conducted on 1390 Italian people, divided into two subsamples of 641 adolescents and 749 adults. The results showed that SRI mediated the roles that personality traits and emotional intelligence have in coping strategies differently in the adult sample, in which the mediating role of SRI was found for avoidance coping, and in the adolescent sample, in which SRI influenced all of the antecedents analysed in the study for almost all of the identified coping strategies. In light of these findings, subjective risk intelligence could be activated to deal with uncertain and risky situations, influencing the choice of effective or ineffective strategies in both adults and adolescents.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-06-01
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14060102
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 6 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 1561-1571: Academic Burnout, Personality, and
           Academic Variables in University Students

    • Authors: Elena Cuevas-Caravaca, Elisa Isabel Sánchez-Romero, Josefa A. Antón-Ruiz
      First page: 1561
      Abstract: This study examines academic burnout syndrome and its relation to personal and academic variables among university students in nursing and early childhood education programs in Spain. A total of 606 university students (primary education: 49.7%; nursing: 49.7%) of both sexes (71.5% female) with an average age of 20.68 years (SD = 1.65) participated. An ex post facto retrospective single-group design was planned. The instruments used were the Maslach Burnout Inventory-Student Survey (MBI-SS) and the NEO Five-Factor Inventory (NEO-FFI). Nursing students, who reported more study hours, less sleep, and lower grades, had higher academic burnout scores. Linear regression models were proposed to analyze the relationship between academic burnout, personality, and sociodemographic variables. Nursing students scored higher in emotional exhaustion and lower in cynicism, and they scored higher in neuroticism and openness. Furthermore, 16.1% of the variance in academic burnout was explained by personality variables as well as the degree studied, course year, and study hours. These findings suggest the importance of considering both academic and personality variables in understanding academic burnout in university students.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-06-03
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14060103
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 6 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 1572-1584: ADHD Symptoms in Middle Childhood: The
           Role of Child Attachment and Maternal Emotional Availability in an
           Inpatient Clinical Sample

    • Authors: Michaela Augustin, Volker Mall, Maria Licata-Dandel
      First page: 1572
      Abstract: Background: Child ADHD symptoms are highly prevalent in middle childhood, alongside impairment in social functioning. The parent–child relationship has been shown to play an important role; however, studies investigating specific facets of the parent–child relationship in ADHD symptomatology in middle childhood have been neglected. We assumed that higher ADHD symptoms were associated with both (1) lower maternal emotional availability (EA) and (2) lower child attachment security. Moreover, (3) we aimed to explore which specific EA dimensions were associated with ADHD symptoms. Methods: In a socio-pediatric clinic in Germany, 71 inpatient mother–child dyads (child age: M = 7.70, SD = 1.06; n = 54 boys) were assessed. Clinical data about child ADHD symptoms (Child Behavior Checklist 6–18 subscale “attention deficit/hyperactivity problems”), maternal EA (free play), and child attachment representation (Attachment Story Completion Task, GEV-B) were analyzed cross-sectionally. Results: Controlling for child oppositional behavior and sex, child ADHD symptoms were associated with overall maternal EA, and more specifically non-hostility, but not with child attachment representation. Conclusions: Our results imply that the role of parent–child interaction quality should be considered in the treatment of ADHD. Bidirectional effects cannot be ruled out.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-06-04
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14060104
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 6 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 1585-1596: Adaptation of the Short Dark Triad (SD3)
           to Spanish Adolescents

    • Authors: María Penado Abilleira, María-Luisa Rodicio-García, María-Paula Ríos-de-Deus, Tara Alonso del Hierro
      First page: 1585
      Abstract: (1) Background: The dark triad refers to a personality configuration mainly characterized by the presence of Machiavellianism, narcissism, and psychopathy. Even though adolescence is a critical stage in the development of dark triad traits, to date, this construct has not been studied among adolescents, mainly due to the lack of a measurement instrument adapted to this population. (2) Methods: Using a sample of 1642 adolescents, an adaptation of the Short Dark Triad (SD3) is proposed for this population. To this end, we performed a confirmatory factor analysis of the scale and examined its reliability and the intensity of the dark triad components by sex and sexual orientation. (3) Results: The adapted version of the scale (The Short Dark Triad—Adolescent Version; SD3-A) yielded good psychometric results. Confirmatory factor analysis corroborated the theoretical model of the three factors of dark personality. The results confirmed the greater presence of dark traits in male adolescents, and differences were observed based on sexual orientation. (4) Conclusions: The Short Dark Triad—Adolescent Version (SD3-A) is an effective and comprehensive instrument for the estimation of dark traits in adolescents and can be used as a screening test for this population.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-06-04
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14060105
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 6 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 1597-1613: Engagement in Youth Athletes as a
           Positive Experience in Sport: Implications of Gender, Age, and Competitive
           Level

    • Authors: María Julia Raimundi, Ignacio Celsi, Mauro Pérez-Gaido, Vanina Schmidt, Isabel Castillo, Octavio Alvarez
      First page: 1597
      Abstract: The aim of this study was to examine athlete engagement and its relationships with indicators of the quality of the athlete’s sport experience, exploring potential differences according to gender, age, and competitive level. Furthermore, this study validated the Athlete Engagement Questionnaire (AEQ) in young athletes and confirmed its factor structure. A total of 1188 athletes (43.90% girls) from Argentina participated in the study, with a mean age of 15.92 (SD = 2.50). The participants completed the AEQ along with other measures of athletes’ quality of experience, such as motivation, enjoyment, and burnout. This study confirmed the multidimensional nature of engagement, showing positive associations with high-quality athlete experiences and revalidating the inverse relationship with burnout. Moreover, the study found differences in engagement dimensions (i.e., confidence, vigor, dedication, and enthusiasm) based on the interplay of gender, age, and competitive level. In general, male athletes, younger athletes, and those with a higher competitive level showed more engagement and interactions between these sociodemographic variables. The Argentinian version of AEQ exhibited optimal fit and reliability and good indexes of measurement invariance across gender, age, and competitive level. These findings validate the AEQ as a reliable tool for evaluating sport engagement among adolescents in Argentina. Engagement constitutes an indicator of an optimal experience linked to positive youth development through sports participation.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-06-04
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14060106
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 6 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 1614-1626: Postpartum-Specific Anxiety and
           Maternal–Infant Bonding: A Predictive Validity Study amongst Italian
           Women

    • Authors: Chiara Ionio, Giulia Ciuffo, Paul Christiansen, Anna Maria Della Vedova, Victoria Fallon, Maria Francesca Figlino, Marta Landoni, Sergio A. Silverio, Martina Smorti, Alessandra Bramante
      First page: 1614
      Abstract: The role of anxiety is unknown in relation to postpartum bonding, unlike the well-known detrimental effect that postpartum depression has on the relationship between a mother and child. This study investigates how anxiety affects mother–infant bonding after childbirth, comparing the Italian version of the Postpartum Specific Anxiety Scale (PSAS-IT) with generalized measures of anxiety. Examining 324 non-randomly-selected participants responding to various scales, including the Edinburgh postnatal depression scale (EPDS), generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), postpartum-specific anxiety scale (PSAS-IT), postpartum bonding questionnaire (PBQ), and baby care questionnaire (BCQ-2), initial results suggest a link between certain postpartum anxiety symptoms and attachment problems. Surprisingly, anxiety measured with the PSAS has no direct influence on attachment; however, it is a strong predictor of bonding, even when maternal age, general anxiety, and depression are taken into account, explaining 3% of the variance in scores (β = 0.26, p < 0.001). This emphasizes the importance of early identification and intervention of postpartum anxiety in promoting bonding between mother and child.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-06-04
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14060107
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 6 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 1627-1646: Instructional Videos for Students in
           Dental Medicine: Rules of Design and Correlations with Their Habits as
           Internet Consumers

    • Authors: Cristina Gena Dascalu, Claudiu Topoliceanu, Magda Ecaterina Antohe
      First page: 1627
      Abstract: Multimedia resources, such as instructional videos, are currently enjoying a certain popularity in the training programs for medical and dental students. The major challenge is to create such resources with quality content that is approved by students. In order to answer this challenge, it is imperative to find out which features of instructional videos are considered to be necessary and useful by students, thus being able to excite them, to hold their attention, and to stimulate them in learning with pleasure. Aim: We investigated the opinions of a sample of 551 students from four medical universities in Romania, in order to identify the students’ preferred characteristics in instructional videos, both globally and comparatively on genders and age groups and also according to their general preferences for using internet services. Material and methods: We used univariate (hypothesis testing) and multivariate (two-step clustering) data analysis techniques and revealed three clusters of students, primarily determined by their perceptions of the visual appearance of the instructional videos. Results: The structure of the clusters by gender and age group was relatively similar, but we recorded differences associated with the students’ expressed preferences for certain internet services compared to others. The first identified cluster (35.4% of the cases) contains students who prefer instructional videos to contain images used only for aesthetic purposes and to fill the gaps; they use internet services mainly for communication. The second cluster of students (34.8%) prefers videos designed as practical lessons, using explanatory drawings and diagrams drawn at the same time as the explanations; they also use internet services mainly for communication. The last cluster of students (29.8%) prefer videos designed as PowerPoint presentations, with animated pictures, diagrams, and drawings; they are slightly younger than the others and use internet services mainly for information and communication, but also for domestic facilities. Conclusions: The students’ preferences for certain features of instructional videos depend not only on gender and age but are also related to their developmental background and general opinions about modern technologies.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-06-05
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14060108
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 6 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 1647-1665: Social Media News Headlines and Their
           Influence on Well-Being: Emotional States, Emotion Regulation, and
           Resilience

    • Authors: Marilena Mousoulidou, Loukia Taxitari, Andri Christodoulou
      First page: 1647
      Abstract: Today, many individuals read the daily news from social media platforms. Research has shown that news with negative valence might influence the well-being of individuals. Existing research that examined the impact of headlines on individuals’ well-being has primarily focused on examining the positive or negative polarity of words used in the headlines. In the present study, we adopt a different approach and ask participants to categorize the headlines themselves based on the emotions they experienced while reading them and how their choice impacts their well-being. A total of 306 participants were presented with 40 headlines from main news sites that were considered popular based on the number of public reactions. Participants had to rate their emotional experience of the headlines following five emotional states (i.e., happiness, anger, sadness, fear, and interest). Emotion regulation strategies and resilience were also measured. In line with our hypotheses, we found that participants reported experiencing negative emotions more intensively while reading the headlines. Emotion regulation was not found to influence the emotional states of individuals, whereas resilience did. These findings highlight that individuals can experience heightened emotions without reading the entire news story. This effect was observed regardless of the headline’s emotional valence (i.e., positive, negative, or neutral). Furthermore, our study highlights the critical role of interest as a factor in news consumption. Interest significantly affects individuals’ engagement and reactions to headlines, regardless of valence. The findings underscore the complex interplay between headline content and reader engagement and stress the need for further research into how headlines are presented to protect individuals from potential emotional costs.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-06-05
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14060109
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 6 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 1666-1687: Cultural and Religious Equity and
           Disparity in the Group Climate Experience of Moroccan Girls in Dutch
           Residential Youth Care Settings

    • Authors: Rabia Sevilir, Nienke Peters-Scheffer, Peer van der Helm, Dorien Graas, Robert Didden
      First page: 1666
      Abstract: Background: The group climate within residential youth care institutions is considered a transactional process, both within a group of youth from various cultural backgrounds and between them and their group workers. The ongoing interaction between the cultural characteristics of these girls may influence the quality of the group climate. This study aimed to provide an in-depth account of the living group climate experiences and perceptions of Dutch girls with a Moroccan cultural background in Dutch residential groups. Method: Interpretative phenomenological analysis was employed to explore the girls’ group climate experiences. Result: Three major themes emerged, namely (a) level of involvement of Moroccan girls in their living group, (b) perceptions of Moroccan girls’ sense of belonging in a living group, and (c) cultural and religious equality or disparity results in two interaction patterns. The findings revealed that equality or disparity in language, culture, and religion affect Moroccan girls’ experiences and perceptions of the living group climate. A crucial finding was that cultural and religious disparity leads to interaction patterns wherein the girls pre-emptively exclude themselves from receiving support from native group workers. Conclusion: Professionals must be aware of the cultural and religious dynamics, including the interplay and impact of cultural and religious equality and disparity, influencing Moroccan girls’ group climate experiences.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-06-08
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14060110
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 6 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 1688-1699: A Patient-Centered Approach to
           Communication during Endoscopic Procedures: The Importance of Providing
           Information to Patients

    • Authors: Osnat Bashkin, Rita Boltean, Revaya Ben-Lulu, Mor Aharon, Ruhama Elhayany, Avraham Yitzhak, Revital Guterman, Naim Abu-Freha
      First page: 1688
      Abstract: The study aimed to explore patients’ experiences and perceptions throughout the various stages of endoscopic procedures and examine the association between patient-centered communication and the patient’s experience. A total of 191 patients responded to pre- and post-procedure surveys that inquired about fear and pain, patients’ satisfaction regarding the information provided to them, perceptions and experience. Pain was associated with post-procedure fear (r = 0.63, p < 0.01) and negatively associated with reported patient experience at the end of the visit (r = −0.17, p < 0.01). Significant positive associations were found between patient experience and satisfaction from the information provided before (r = 0.47, p < 0.01) and the information provided after the procedure (r = 0.51, p < 0.001). A predictive model found that perceptions toward the physicians, satisfaction from information provided before discharge, and feelings of trust are predictors of the patient experience (F = 44.9, R2 = 0.61, p < 0.001). Patients’ satisfaction with information provided before and after the procedure can positively affect the patients’ experience, leading to a decrease in fear and anxiety and increasing compliance with medical recommendations. Strategies for PCC with endoscopic patients should be developed and designed in a participatory manner, taking into account the various aspects associated with the patient experience.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-06-09
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14060111
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 6 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 1700-1711: Construction and Validation of an
           Educational Technology to Promote the Health of Postmenopausal Women with
           Dry Eye Syndrome

    • Authors: Álvaro Dantas de Almeida Junior, Italla Maria Pinheiro Bezerra, Sabrina Alaide Amorim Alves, Elisa Tristan-Cheever, Thiago Salati, Luiz Carlos de Abreu
      First page: 1700
      Abstract: The climacteric heralds a transition from reproductive to non-reproductive life in women, often accompanied by various clinical manifestations such as dry eye, impacting their quality of life. This study focuses on systematically developing and suitability an educational digital booklet to promote eye health practices and prevent problems among postmenopausal women. The methodological approach encompassed semi-structured interviews with women diagnosed with Dry Eye Syndrome (DES), then constructing the material integrating content, script, illustrations, and layout informed by the interview findings. Subsequent validation involved assessment by 24 health experts for content, appearance, and evaluation by a target audience of 22 women. The booklet attained high suitability scores, with a Global Content Validity Index (CVI) of 0.96, indicating superior suitability as judged by experts. Additionally, it achieved a Global CVI of 0.98 for validation by the target audience. In conclusion, the educational booklet emerges as a suitable and reliable resource for promoting eye heath among DES and non-syndrome women, offering significant potential for broader application in relevant populations.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-06-12
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14060112
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 6 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 1712-1721: Psychometric Properties and Measurement
           Invariance of the English Version of the Satisfaction with Life Scale
           (SWLS) for Non-Native English Speakers

    • Authors: Giusy Danila Valenti, Palmira Faraci
      First page: 1712
      Abstract: This cross-cultural study seeks to (a) investigate the internal structure of the English version of the Satisfaction With Life Scale (SWLS) when administered to non-native English speakers (i.e., Asian individuals and (b) test for measurement invariance with its Italian counterpart). The whole sample comprises 338 participants, including 167 Asian international university students residing in the United States (50.3% females; Mage = 23.82, SD = 3.78) and 171 Italian university students living in Italy (69.6% females; Mage = 22.38, SD = 4.24). The dimensionality of the scale is assessed through confirmatory factor analysis (CFA), and multi-group confirmatory factor analysis (MG-CFA) is employed to examine measurement invariance. The results confirm the one-dimensionality of the SWLS [χ2 = 9.815; df = 5; CFI = 0.989; TLI = 0.977; SRMR = 0.027]. Furthermore, achieving full strict invariance indicates that the SWLS items exhibit similar structures across both samples. The scale shows satisfactory internal reliability (α = 0.863, ω = 0.866). Overall, this study supports the cross-validity of the English version of the SWLS and underscores its robustness and suitability for assessing life satisfaction among non-native English speakers.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-06-12
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14060113
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 6 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 1722-1734: Dyadic Prenatal Coparenting Interaction
           Behaviors Predicting Postpartum Depressive Symptoms during the Transition
           to Parenthood

    • Authors: Roi Estlein, Dana Shai
      First page: 1722
      Abstract: Postpartum depressive symptoms constitute a common yet serious complication of pregnancy and childbirth, but research on its association with coparenting is scarce. Furthermore, although coparenting dynamics start forming prior to the child’s birth, no research has explored dyadic prenatal coparenting dynamics as a predictor of postpartum depressive symptoms. The current study assessed how dyadic prenatal coparenting behaviors predicted postpartum depressive symptoms in first-time parents. We conducted a dyadic mixed-method longitudinal study of 107 expectant couples with data collected prenatally, and at 3, 6, and 24 months post-birth. The results indicated that prenatal coparenting dyadic synchrony predicted low levels of depressive symptoms among first-time fathers 3 and 6 months after the birth, and a prenatal coparenting dynamic of dyadic negative escalation predicted high levels of depressive symptoms among first-time mothers at 3 and 24 months postpartum. The theoretical and practical implications are discussed.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-06-13
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14060114
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 6 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 1735-1756: The Relationship among Internet
           Addiction, Moral Potency, Mindfulness, and Psychological Capital

    • Authors: Girum Tareke Zewude, Tun Zaw Oo, Gabriella Józsa, Krisztián Józsa
      First page: 1735
      Abstract: This research aimed to contribute to the literature on internet addiction (IA) and moral development among university students. Moral potency (MP) encompasses the interconnected dimensions of moral courage, moral ownership, and moral efficacy. Studies on the relationships between students’ problematic behaviors (e.g., IA) and cognitive processes like MP, mindfulness (MI), and psychological capital (PsyCap) are scarce in educational research. Therefore, this study investigated the relationships among IA, MP, MI, and PsyCap in university students. This study included 868 undergraduate students from a state university in Ethiopia, with 526 male students (60.6%) and 342 female students (39.4%). Participants’ ages ranged from 21 to 29 years, with a mean age of 22.31 and a standard deviation of 4.03. The findings indicated that IA was negatively correlated with MI, PsyCap, and MP. Both MI and PsyCap showed positive correlations with MP. Importantly, this study revealed that IA had a direct and negative impact on MI, PsyCap, and MP. Further, MI and PsyCap partially mediated and fully mediated the relationship between IA and MP. These findings suggest that cultivating MI and positive PsyCap among university students could be an important strategy to reduce the risks of IA and enhance their moral development. This study contributes to the limited research on the complex relationships between technology use, psychological resources, and moral functioning in emerging adulthood.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-06-16
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14060115
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 6 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 1757-1768: Emotional Intelligence and Personality
           

    • Authors: Cristina Gómez-Polo, Javier Montero, María Portillo Muñoz, Maria Lobato Carreño, Beatriz Pardal-Peláez, Álvaro Zubizarreta-Macho, Ana María Martín Casado
      First page: 1757
      Abstract: Background: This study aimed to characterize dentistry, medicine and pharmacy students in terms of emotional intelligence (EI) and personality traits (PTs). It also sought to identify whether differences existed according to gender and degree program and the relationship between them. Methods: Students enrolled in dentistry (115), medicine (85) and pharmacy (57) degree programs participated voluntarily in the research, including 59 men and 198 women. The following questionnaires were used: (1) the Trait Meta-Mood Scale (TMMS-24) to evaluate EI; (2) the NEO Five-Factor Inventory (NEO-FFI) to assess PT. The Qualtrics XM platform was used for data collection. Results: There were no statistically significant differences between three components of EI, either according to gender or degree program. The only difference in PTs was found in neuroticism, where women scored higher than men. There were statistically significant differences between students on different degree programs in openness to experience and responsibility. The five PTs correlated significantly with the three components of EI, except responsibility and emotional attention. The strongest associations were found between neuroticism and emotional repair (−0.439). Conclusions: High percentages of the student population were observed to have weaknesses in emotional clarity and emotional repair. Neuroticism is a personality trait that seems to occur more frequently in women.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-06-17
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14060116
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 6 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 1769-1785: Facilitators and Barriers Perceived by
           German Teachers Considering Basic Life Support Education in School—A
           Qualitative Study

    • Authors: Rico Dumcke, Claas Wegner, Sabine Wingen, Niels Rahe-Meyer
      First page: 1769
      Abstract: This qualitative study aims to analyse the personal qualification, attitudes and the pedagogical concepts of German teachers as experts in their profession regarding basic life support (BLS) education in secondary schools. Thirteen (n = 13) secondary school teachers participated in semi-structured expert interviews and were interviewed for at least 20 to 60 min regarding BLS student education. Interviews were semi-structured with guiding questions addressing (1) personal experience, (2) teacher qualification for BLS and (3) implementation factors (e.g., personal, material and organisational). Audio-recorded interviews were analysed by content analysis, generating a coding system. School teachers provided a heterogeneous view on implementation-related processes in BLS education. Many teachers were educated in first aid, acknowledge its importance, but had no experience in teaching BLS. They want to assure being competent for teaching BLS and need tailored trainings, materials, pedagogical information and the incorporation into the curriculum. Also, the management of time constraints, unwilling colleagues, or young students being overwhelmed were commonly mentioned considerations. Concluding, teachers reported to be willing to teach BLS but a stepwise implementation framework incorporating practice-oriented qualification and educational goals is missing.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-06-18
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14060117
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 6 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 1786-1802: Effects of Transition from Remote to
           In-Person Learning in University Students: A Longitudinal Study

    • Authors: Aline Siteneski, Melina de la Cruz-Velez, Karime Montes-Escobar, Julia Patricia Duran-Ospina, Carolina Fonseca-Restrepo, Mónica Daniela Barreiro-Linzán, Gusdanis Alberto Campos García, Joana Gil-Mohapel
      First page: 1786
      Abstract: Previous studies have shown that the transition from the University environment to remote learning impacted student mental health. Our study aimed to investigate the effects of university environment on anxiety and depressive symptoms in health sciences students. Students at the Technical University of Manabí, Ecuador, with 6–10 in-person semesters, who shifted to remote learning and then returned to face-to-face learning were selected. Students responded to the General Anxiety Disorder-7 (GAD-7) and Patient Health Questionnaire-9 (PHQ-9). In addition, questions regarding social interaction, physical exercise, mood and sleep habits were also asked. This longitudinal study tracked 323 students during the return to in-person classes and term end. The results showed similar rates of anxiety (GAD-7, p = 0.011-p = 0.002) and depression (PHQ-9 p = 0.001-p = 0.032) among students at week 1 and week 15. Previous diagnosis of depression (OR, 0.171; CI 0.050–0.579, p < 0.005) was shown to correlate with depression levels in week 1, with no changes seen at follow-up. Anxiety levels were shown to be associated with a previous diagnosis of the disorder at week 1, but not at follow-up (OR 0.233; CI 0.085–0.643, p < 0.005). The return to in-person learning among university students maintained levels of anxiety and depressive symptoms, underscoring ongoing vulnerabilities to mental health disorders in this group.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-06-19
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14060118
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 6 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 1803-1820: Mothers’ Breastfeeding
           Self-Efficacy after a High-Risk or Normal Pregnancy: A Greek Longitudinal
           Cohort Study

    • Authors: Panagiota Brani, Irina Mrvoljak-Theodoropoulou, Fani Pechlivani, Kleanthi Gourounti, Maria Iliadou, Ermioni Palaska, Panagiotis Antsaklis, Peter Drakakis, Maria Dagla
      First page: 1803
      Abstract: Background: the objective of this longitudinal study (from pregnancy to the end of the sixth month postpartum) is to elucidate the association between maternal self-efficacy, defined as a mother’s confidence in her ability to breastfeed, and breastfeeding outcomes. Methods: This prospective cohort study was conducted among high-risk pregnant women (including those with conditions such as gestational diabetes, hypertension, pre-eclampsia, and other pathological medical conditions) and normal-risk pregnant women in Greece. The high-risk group included 164 women, while the normal-risk group comprised 154 women. Data were collected using validated psychometric scales, including the Breastfeeding Self-Efficacy Scale-Short Form, State-Trait Anxiety Inventory, Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale, Maternal Antenatal Attachment Scale, and Iowa Infant Feeding Attitude Scale. Results: Higher maternal self-efficacy was significantly associated with a longer duration and greater exclusivity of breastfeeding. A statistically significant relationship between the type of breastfeeding and the degree of breastfeeding self-efficacy was observed at multiple postpartum milestones: in the first and third 24 h postpartum, and at the end of the sixth week, third month, and sixth month postpartum. Conclusion: The findings underscore the critical role of maternal self-efficacy in breastfeeding success, influenced by individual psychological factors and broader socio-cultural contexts. Strengthening maternal self-efficacy is essential for improving breastfeeding outcomes.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-06-20
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14060119
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 6 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 1821-1833: Assessing the Prevalence of School
           Burnout in German High Schools: Psychometric Properties, Gender
           Differences, and Cut-Off Criteria

    • Authors: Diana Schaefer, Kirsten Schuchardt, Claudia Maehler
      First page: 1821
      Abstract: School-related stress and burnout can have serious consequences for students’ well-being and academic outcomes. However, there are few studies that assess the prevalence of school burnout, especially in Germany. The present study aims to determine the percentage of N = 1117 high school students who are likely to suffer from school burnout—also with regard to differences in gender and grade level. For this purpose, two different cut-off criteria are compared. Prior to this, the psychometric quality of the MBI-SuS adapted to the school context is examined. The validity and reliability of the three-factor MBI-SuS could be confirmed. Scalar measurement invariance was found for grade level but only partially for gender. The overall prevalence of school burnout of 20.9% found with the common cut-off criterion fits international prevalences, whereas the prevalence of 4.6% (determined with our recommended content-related cut-off criterion) is in line with observations from clinical practice. Depending on the cut-off value, girls suffer slightly more from school burnout, but no differences were found with respect to grade level. Results indicate that a substantial proportion of students are at risk for school burnout, highlighting the importance of prevention and intervention. Criteria for cut-off values should be applied with caution.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-06-20
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14060120
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 6 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 1834-1852: Serial Mediation Models of Future
           Anxiety and Italian Young Adults Psychological Distress: The Role of
           Intolerance of Uncertainty and Non-Pathological Worry

    • Authors: Regnoli, Tiano, De Rosa
      First page: 1834
      Abstract: Previous research has already examined the relationship between Future Anxiety, a construct recently introduced in Italy, and mental health in young adults, although possible mediating variables in this relationship have so far never been investigated. The present study attempts to fill this gap by exploring the incidence of Future Anxiety on psychological distress (i.e., Stress, Anxiety and Depression) in a group of 302 young Italian adults (18–30 years; M = 21.9; SD = 2.6; 49.0% males; 51.0% females), presenting and evaluating the simultaneous mediating effect of Intolerance of Uncertainty and Non-Pathological Worry. Findings highlighted how Future Anxiety had a positive and significant direct effect on Stress and Depression, but not on Anxiety. In the three serial mediation models proposed, Intolerance of Uncertainty and Non-Pathological Worry mediated the relationship between Future Anxiety and mental health outcomes. The results also confirmed the hypothesized serial mediation effect by highlighting how young adults with greater Future Anxiety experienced more Intolerance of Uncertainty, which positively affected Non-Pathological Worry levels and, in turn, exacerbated psychological distress. Finally, results indicated that female participants experienced more Stress, Anxiety, and Depression in relation to Future Anxiety compared to males. Starting from the review of main references on this subject, the results discussed provide new insights for understanding youth psychological distress. Finally, practical implications for the design of supportive interventions for this study’s target group are proposed.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-06-20
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14060121
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 6 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 1114-1127: Attitudes of Polish Medical Students
           toward Organ Donation in Cases of Brain Death

    • Authors: Marzena Mikla, Kamila Rachubińska, Antonio Ríos, Daria Schneider-Matyka, Mariusz Panczyk, Artur Kotwas, Beata Karakiewicz, Elżbieta Grochans, Anna Maria Cybulska
      First page: 1114
      Abstract: (1) The aim of our study was to determine the attitudes of medical students toward organ donation in the case of brain death. (2) The study was conducted among 1348 medical students from three medical universities in Poland. The research tool was the Polish version of the standardized questionnaire concerning attitudes toward organ donation and transplantation (ODT) [PCID-DTO RIOS: A questionnaire designed by the ‘International Collaborative Organ Donation project about organ transplantation and donation]. (3) Some sources of information on organ donation were found to have a significant impact on the recipients’ knowledge of brain death. These were books, friends, family, lectures in other centers, social media, and the Church. Medical students holding the opinion that recovery and leading a normal lifestyle after brain death is impossible were significantly more likely to donate their organs after death, not for religious reasons and not because they wanted to survive their own death. (4) The medical students in our study showed a high level of awareness and favorable attitudes toward ODT. However, the number of registered donors was low. It is important to educate students on these issues to raise the awareness of both future medical professionals and the public on organ transplantation procedures. The public should be made aware that transplantation procedures are of a high standard, and that the law protects both donors and recipients. These measures would reduce recipients’ waiting time, and certainly increase the statistics of the number of life-saving and health-saving procedures.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-04-23
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14050073
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 5 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 1128-1139: Self-Esteem and Coping Strategies in
           Adolescent Cancer Patients during the Period of Illness and Follow-Up

    • Authors: Diego José Sáez Rodríguez, Juan Manuel Ortigosa Quiles, Antonio Riquelme Marin, Raquel Suriá Martínez
      First page: 1128
      Abstract: The importance of self-esteem during the course of oncological illness has been well-documented by some previous studies. However, data assessing its association with various coping strategies, especially considering the period of illness, are still scarce. The objective of this study is to analyze the differences in coping strategies among oncological adolescents, taking into account their self-esteem, illness period, age, and sex. A total of 201 oncological patients between the ages of 12 and 17 from three different Spanish cities were included in this study. All of them were asked to answer a tailored questionnaire, encompassing information about age, sex, and illness period. Additionally, the coping strategies were measured using the ACS scale, while self-esteem was evaluated using the SENA questionnaire. The results demonstrated that male adolescents and older individuals exhibited higher levels of self-esteem. The main coping strategies associated with higher self-esteem were “ignore the problem”, “focus on positive”, “physical recreation”, and “wishful thinking” both during the treatment and the follow-up phases. We conclude that higher self-esteem is associated with some of the coping strategies such as “focus on positive”, “ignore the problem”, and “wishful thinking”. Sociodemographic variables influence the relationship between self-esteem and coping strategies, but no differences were found regarding the period of illness.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-04-24
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14050074
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 5 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 1140-1152: Health-Related Quality of Life and
           Injuries in Physical Education Students: A Multi-Group Model According to
           the Degree of Adherence to the Mediterranean Diet

    • Authors: Eduardo Melguizo-Ibáñez, José Luis Ubago-Jiménez, Daniel Sanz-Martín, José Manuel Alonso-Vargas
      First page: 1140
      Abstract: The Mediterranean diet is considered a healthy eating pattern. It has been shown to improve people’s quality of life. When a person suffers injuries, their quality of life suffers. This research aims to accomplish the following: (a) to study the differences in the effect of the health-related quality of life on injuries according to the degree of adherence to the Mediterranean diet, (b) to analyse the existing differences in the variables that make up the health-related quality of life according to the degree of adherence to the Mediterranean diet, and (c) to analyse the degree of adherence to the Mediterranean diet according to whether the participants have suffered any injury. The study was descriptive, cross-sectional, and exploratory in a sample of 556 physical education students. The PREDIMED questionnaire, the SF-36 questionnaire, and a self-administered questionnaire were used. The results showed that high adherence to the Mediterranean diet was associated with higher quality of life and lower injury rates. It was also observed that high adherence to the Mediterranean diet improved the effect of the quality of life on injuries. In conclusion, the Mediterranean diet is beneficial for the quality of life of young university students.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-04-24
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14050075
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 5 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 1153-1170: Effects of Long COVID on Psycho-Physical
           Conditions in the Italian Population: A Statistical and Large Language
           Model Combined Description

    • Authors: Roberto Lupo, Elsa Vitale, Ludovica Panzanaro, Alessia Lezzi, Pierluigi Lezzi, Stefano Botti, Ivan Rubbi, Maicol Carvello, Antonino Calabrò, Alessandra Puglia, Luana Conte, Giorgio De Nunzio
      First page: 1153
      Abstract: Background: Long COVID refers to the persistence or development of signs and symptoms well after the acute phase of COVID-19. Objective of the study: To investigate the long-term outcomes of the SARS-CoV-2 infection in terms of psychological, social, and relational consequences within the Italian population. Materials and methods: We conducted an observational, cross-sectional, and multicenter study using an online questionnaire distributed to a sample of the Italian population. By utilizing the Short Form 12 Health Survey (SF-12) and the Hikikomori scale, we assessed perceived quality of life and social isolation, respectively. The questionnaire also included an open-answer question: “What will you remember about the pandemic period'”. We used generative artificial intelligence to analyze and summarize the corresponding answers. Results: A total of 1097 people participated in this study. A total of 79.3% (n = 870) of participants declared that they had been hospitalized and 62.8% (n = 689) received home care. Physical symptoms included headaches (43%, n = 472) and asthma (30.4%, n = 334). Additionally, 29.2% (n = 320) developed an addiction during the pandemic and, among these, 224 claimed internet addiction while 73 declared an emotional addiction. Furthermore, 51.8% (n = 568) experienced limitations in carrying out daily life activities. According to the Hikikomori scale, participants with positive SARS-CoV-2 infection exhibited higher levels of isolation compared to the others (p < 0.001). Participants without COVID-19 showed higher levels of emotional support (p < 0.001). Our semiautomatic analysis of the open-ended responses, obtained by a procedure based on a free large language model, allowed us to deduce and summarize the main feelings expressed by the interviewees regarding the pandemic. Conclusions: The data collected emphasize the urgent need to investigate the consequences of long COVID in order to implement interventions to support psychological well-being.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-04-27
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14050076
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 5 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 1171-1181: Family Functioning and Internalizing and
           Externalizing Problems in Gifted Children

    • Authors: Maria Assunta Zanetti, Tommaso Trombetta, Luca Rollè, Carlo Marinoni
      First page: 1171
      Abstract: Introduction: Although gifted children can express high cognitive skills, they can also show socioemotional difficulties. Drawing from Olson’s circumplex model, the present paper assessed the role of family functioning in internalizing and externalizing problems in gifted children. Materials and Methods: 362 mothers and their 362 gifted children were included. The unbalanced subscales of the FACES IV—disengagement, enmeshment, rigidity, and chaos—and the CBCL were administered to mothers. The children completed the WISC-IV. Results: The model predicting internalizing problems was significant and explained 5.6% of the variance. Only rigidity had an independent and positive effect on internalizing problems in gifted children over and above sociodemographic variables and QI, whereas disengagement, enmeshment, and chaos were not associated with internalizing problems. The model predicting externalizing problems was significant and explained 10% of the variance. Again, rigidity was the only variable that had an independent and positive effect on externalizing problems in gifted children over and above sociodemographic variables and QI, whereas disengagement, enmeshment, and chaos were not associated with externalizing problems in this population. Discussion: Rigid families with a low ability to change in conditions that require readjustment appear to increase the risk of both internalizing and externalizing problems in gifted children. Although further studies are needed to support these preliminary findings, parental support interventions aimed at increasing flexibility appear to be useful.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-04-27
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14050077
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 5 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 1182-1196: Artificial Intelligence Algorithms for
           Expert Identification in Medical Domains: A Scoping Review

    • Authors: Sahar Borna, Barbara A. Barry, Svetlana Makarova, Yogesh Parte, Clifton R. Haider, Ajai Sehgal, Bradley C. Leibovich, Antonio Jorge Forte
      First page: 1182
      Abstract: With abundant information and interconnectedness among people, identifying knowledgeable individuals in specific domains has become crucial for organizations. Artificial intelligence (AI) algorithms have been employed to evaluate the knowledge and locate experts in specific areas, alleviating the manual burden of expert profiling and identification. However, there is a limited body of research exploring the application of AI algorithms for expert finding in the medical and biomedical fields. This study aims to conduct a scoping review of existing literature on utilizing AI algorithms for expert identification in medical domains. We systematically searched five platforms using a customized search string, and 21 studies were identified through other sources. The search spanned studies up to 2023, and study eligibility and selection adhered to the PRISMA 2020 statement. A total of 571 studies were assessed from the search. Out of these, we included six studies conducted between 2014 and 2020 that met our review criteria. Four studies used a machine learning algorithm as their model, while two utilized natural language processing. One study combined both approaches. All six studies demonstrated significant success in expert retrieval compared to baseline algorithms, as measured by various scoring metrics. AI enhances expert finding accuracy and effectiveness. However, more work is needed in intelligent medical expert retrieval.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-04-28
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14050078
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 5 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 1197-1213: Between Play and Exploitation: What Is
           the Place of the Rights of Child YouTubers'

    • Authors: Bárbara Morais Santiago Freitas, Natália Fernandes, Paula Gaudenzi, Bárbara Costa Andrada
      First page: 1197
      Abstract: This article aims to reflect on the images of childhood in videos featuring child YouTubers playing, analyzing the nature of play portrayed in them and its relationship with the child’s right to play and be protected against any form of exploitation. Method: A documentary study of 100 videos shared on YouTube was conducted, subjected to categorical content analysis with an emphasis on the modes of participation of adults and children in dialogues with the platform’s languages present in the videos. Results and Discussion: The boundaries between children’s artistic expression and child labor exploitation are becoming increasingly challenging, with legal discussions presenting difficulties in regulation due to the home environment and predominant parental control. The analysis reveals how the videos are perceived as standardized commodities, hiding the concrete work behind an image of apparent spontaneity. Conclusion: The research highlights contractual digital risks for children, focusing on those related to commercialization. The analyzed videos reflect an instrumentalization of the child’s basic right to play, associated with market interests, an aspect that takes on the contours of child labor exploitation, compromising the freedom to play spontaneously.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-05-01
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14050079
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 5 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 1214-1227: Athlete’s Personal Values and the
           Likelihood of Alcohol Use and Heavy Drinking during Adolescence

    • Authors: Juan Facundo Corti, Isabel Castillo, Agustin Miscusi, Vanina Schmidt
      First page: 1214
      Abstract: Sport is considered an exceptional activity for promoting healthy lifestyles, but the relationship between sport and alcohol consumption is inconclusive. Research on personal values may shed light on this issue and thus make it possible to find effective ways to prevent alcohol misuse in adolescents. The main objectives of this study were to explore the relationships between personal values and alcohol consumption amongst adolescent athletes and to validate the Portrait Values Questionnaire-21 (PVQ-21) in this population. A total of 914 athletes (aged 11–19; 55.4% female) participated in this study. Confirmatory multidimensional scaling analysis and confirmatory factor analysis were performed. Logistic regression models were fitted to assess the predictive power of personal values on alcohol use. Openness to change values positively predicted high-frequency alcohol use and high-frequency heavy episodic drinking, whereas the opposite occured with athletes who held conservation values. Furthermore, the probability of presenting heavy episodic drinking was negatively associated with conservation values. Finally, the PVQ-21 presented adequate psychometric properties to assess personal values among adolescent athletes. It is crucial to consider the personal values of adolescent athletes when promoting healthy lifestyles through sport.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-05-01
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14050080
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 5 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 1228-1247: Gender Asymmetries: An Exploratory Study
           of Women’s Experiences in Portuguese Football Organizations

    • Authors: Maria Helena Santos, António Manuel Marques, Joana Salvador
      First page: 1228
      Abstract: The main objective of this exploratory study is to analyze the negative effects associated with the phenomenon of tokenism for Portuguese women in non-playing football roles, as well as their strategies for integration into a context where they are a minority and the social functions are dominated by men. To this end, we carried out semi-structured individual interviews with eight men and eight women, undertaking functions in the fields of coaching, psychology, medical team, planning, refereeing, and management in football organizations, and with their contents then subject to thematic analysis. Our analysis confirms how the football context strongly demarcates gender differences with women being more visible and leads to the stereotypical roles being associated with traditional femininity. The findings also observe how, in order to integrate, women align with the norms imposed by the dominant group (men) and accept being circumscribed to the spaces that hegemonic gender ideologies and practices attribute to them.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-05-04
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14050081
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 5 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 1248-1259: Adolescent Mental Health: A Focus on
           Psychiatric Counseling from the Emergency Room of an Italian University
           Hospital in the Five Years from 2019 to 2023

    • Authors: Maria Giuseppina Petruzzelli, Lucia Marzulli, Giuseppe Colacicco, Fabio Tarantino, Flora Furente, Alessandra Gabellone, Lucia Margari, Emilia Matera
      First page: 1248
      Abstract: Recent studies have revealed increasingly worse and more complex mental health conditions in young people, which is reflected in a growing trend in emergency room (ER) visits for acute psychopathological symptoms (APSs). This phenomenon has become exacerbated in recent decades, with a peak in the post-pandemic period. To better characterize the phenomenon, we investigated the change in the rate and type of ER counseling requests provided at the Child Neuropsychiatry Unit of the University Hospital of Bari, Italy over the period between 2019 and 2023 for subjects younger than 18 years old. For this purpose, we retrospectively analyzed a total number of 1073 urgent consultation reports retrieved through the reporting computerized operating system of our hospital. The distribution of the counseling requests provided for APSs and, among these, the distribution of the numbers of APSs and of the male: female ratio were significantly different over the years, with an increasing linear trend identified for APSs (p = 3.095 × 10−7), the average number of APSs (p = 3.598 × 10−7), and female gender prevalence (p = 0.03908), as well as for the patients with a history of psychotropic drug assumption (p = 0.0006319). A significant change in the number of urgent counseling requests received for eating disorders (p = 0.0007408), depression (p = 7.92 × 10−8), somatization (p = 4.03 × 10−6), self-harm (SA) (p = 1.358 × 10−6), and non-suicidal self-injury (NSSI) (p = 8.965 × 10−6) was found, with a significant increasing trend for anxiety (p = 0.0444), depression (p = 8.06 × 10−6), somatization (p = 0.004616), SA (p = 3.998 × 10−8), and NSSI (p = 5.074 × 10−7). The findings of our study support the hypothesis of an alarming progressive worsening of the mental health of children and adolescents, with an overlapping effect of the pandemic exacerbating the process.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-05-05
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14050082
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 5 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 1260-1278: Design and Evaluation of a Collective
           Preventive Program for Musical Performance Anxiety (ConfiDance)

    • Authors: Belén Gómez-López, Roberto Sánchez-Cabrero
      First page: 1260
      Abstract: Musical performance anxiety (MPA) is considered a subtype of social phobia and affects musicians who must face musical exposure in public, potentially severely affecting their emotional stability and significantly impairing the quality of their performance. This research has utilized previous scientific knowledge on the issue and a qualitative approach to musicians’ needs through focus groups in order to design a collective preventive program for MPA that could be implemented within the training curriculum of professional musicians. To evaluate the adequacy of the preventive program ‘ConfiDance’, a pilot test was conducted with a sample of 17 professional musicians in training, all post-graduate students in classical music performance. For the pilot test, a quasi-experimental model with a repeated measures methodology (pre-post and one-year follow-up after application) was carried out. The results indicate a significant decrease in MPA after the program implementation, with a notable improvement in effect one year post-application, demonstrating an even greater positive impact over time. These data should be interpreted cautiously due to sample limitations but represent an opportunity for the future implementation of a program that can prevent and treat MPA in music education centers.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-05-06
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14050083
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 5 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 1279-1294: Associations of eHealth Literacy with
           Social Activity among Community-Dwelling Older Adults: A Cross-Sectional
           Study

    • Authors: Mamiko Eto, Koji Yamatsu
      First page: 1279
      Abstract: Older adults who use digital technology are desired to adapt to digitalization and literacy. One required aspect is eHealth literacy, measured with the eHealth Literacy Scale (eHEALS). Many studies on eHealth literacy have used the eHEALS to examine the health behaviors of college students, relatively younger adults, and Internet users. However, the relevance of eHealth literacy to social activity has not yet been studied in older adults. The purposes of this study were to examine the relationship between eHealth literacy and health behaviors and social activities (community, cultural, and sports activities) and to investigate the factors associated with eHEALS scores among community-dwelling older adults. The mean eHEALS score was 12.4 points (SD 8.2), with the majority (73.3%) having the lowest score (the lowest score is 8 points). Males (17.6, SD 10.5) scored significantly higher than females (11.8, SD 7.7). The eHEALS score had a significant relationship with both cultural and community activity. Five factors significantly associated with having the lowest eHEALS score were cultural activity at least once a week, no cultural activity, no community activity, total IADL score, and intellectual activity. These results suggest that eHealth literacy is associated with community activity and cultural activity among older adults.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-05-06
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14050084
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 5 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 1295-1310: Effect of Boxing Exercises on the
           Functional Ability and Quality of Life of Individuals with
           Parkinson’s Disease: A Systematic Review

    • Authors: Nikolaos Chrysagis, Georgia Trompouki, Dimitris Petropaulis, George A. Koumantakis, Georgios Krekoukias, Georgios Theotokatos, Emmanouil Skordilis, Vasiliki Sakellari
      First page: 1295
      Abstract: Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a neurological disorder caused by the loss of dopamine-producing cells in the substantia nigra and characterized by motor and non-motor symptoms. Boxing is a type of complementary therapy to improve symptoms in PD. The purpose of the present study was to examine the effect of boxing training on the functionality and quality of life of patients with PD. The literature search was performed on PubMed, Scopus, PEDro, Cochrane Library, and Google Scholar search engines. The PEDro scale was used to assess the methodological quality of the studies. This systematic review included three studies that examined disease severity, mobility, physical activity, balance, and quality of life. According to the PEDro scale criteria, the three articles included were of high methodological quality. Statistically significant improvements after the implementation of boxing training was shown for balance and quality of life in contrast to the other variables. Boxing training intervention programs had a positive effect on balance and quality of life in patients with PD; however, the results are conflicting regarding certain functionality variables. Therefore, it is necessary to conduct further research to examine the effectiveness of boxing training on the functionality and quality of life of patients with Parkinson’s disease.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-05-07
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14050085
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 5 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 1311-1324: Parental Responses to Online Sexual
           Grooming Events Experienced by Their Teenage Children

    • Authors: Michal Dolev-Cohen, Tamar Yosef, Michala Meiselles
      First page: 1311
      Abstract: Online sexual grooming (a manipulative process in which the perpetrator locates a young person and creates an abusive relationship with the child that involves sexual exploitation) poses significant challenges to parents. This study examined how parents of adolescent victims of online sexual grooming experienced guiding their children through the event. This qualitative study, conducted in Israel, was based on semi-structured in-depth interviews with 15 parents who guided their adolescents who had been subjected to online sexual grooming. Results indicate that the parents reported a spectrum of emotions, from insecurity and guilt to a sense of control and satisfaction in managing the situation. Also, the reluctance of some parents to engage with the education system indicates potential trust issues. The study demonstrates the urgent need for targeted interventions to equip parents and educational professionals with the necessary knowledge for prevention and effective response to online sexual grooming. Implications for future research, policy, and practice are discussed.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-05-07
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14050086
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 5 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 1325-1337: Caregiver Burden and Family Quality of
           Life in Early Intervention: The Role of Mothers and Family Confidence

    • Authors: Pau García-Grau, Gabriel Martínez-Rico, Rómulo J. González-García, Claudia Tatiana Escorcia-Mora, Margarita Cañadas-Pérez
      First page: 1325
      Abstract: (1) Background: Because life events when there is a family member with a disability can affect the overall family wellbeing, contributing to enhance family quality of life (FQoL) in the field of early childhood intervention has become a priority. However, it is a distal outcome that needs other short-term outcomes to be addressed, some of them under the potential impact of support services. This study examines the relationships between caregiver burden, family confidence, and FQoL, as well as the influence of child and family variables. (2) Method: A total of 58 families with children in early intervention from four Spanish communities participated. Hierarchical regression was conducted to assess the relevance of each predictor. Also, a mediation was performed to investigate the mediating role of family confidence. (3) Results: The family income impacted FQoL scores, and when burden and confidence were added, it was no longer relevant. Mothers with higher levels of confidence predicted a higher FQoL. Finally, we found a complete mediation of family confidence in the relations between severity and caregiver burden on FQoL. (4) Conclusions: Caregiver burden and family confidence affect FQoL. Building families’ confidence contributes to attenuating the impact of burden on FQoL.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-05-08
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14050087
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 5 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 1338-1350: A Method to Explore the Best
           Mixed-Effects Model in a Data-Driven Manner with Multiprocessing:
           Applications in Public Health Research

    • Authors: Hyemin Han
      First page: 1338
      Abstract: In the present study, I developed and tested an R module to explore the best models within the context of multilevel modeling in research in public health. The module that I developed, explore.models, compares all possible candidate models generated from a set of candidate predictors with information criteria, Akaike information criterion (AIC), and Bayesian information criterion (BIC), with multiprocessing. For testing, I ran explore.models with datasets analyzed in three previous studies in public health, which assumed candidate models with different degrees of model complexity. These three studies examined the predictors of psychological well-being, compliance with preventive measures, and vaccine intent during the COVID-19 pandemic. After conducting model exploration with explore.models, I cross-validated the nomination results with calculated model Bayes Factors to examine whether the model exploration was performed accurately. The results suggest that explore.models using AIC and BIC can nominate best candidate models and such nomination outcomes are supported by the calculated model Bayes Factors. In particular, all the identified models are superior to the full models in terms of model Bayes Factors. Also, by employing AIC and BIC with multiprocessing, explore.models requires a shorter processing time than model Bayes Factor calculations. These results indicate that explore.models is a reliable, valid, and feasible tool to conduct data-driven model exploration with datasets collected from multiple groups in research on health psychology and education.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-05-10
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14050088
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 5 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 1351-1368: Biofeedback-Based Proprioceptive
           Training to Improve Functional Prerequisites of Dragon Boating in Breast
           Cancer Survivors

    • Authors: Giuditta Carretti, Angela Dabraio, Mirko Manetti, Mirca Marini
      First page: 1351
      Abstract: Breast cancer (BC)-related sequelae drastically impact the psychophysical functioning and quality of life of affected women. Adapted physical activity (APA) has proved to effectively counteract these impairments in a non-medicalized framework. In particular, dragon boats are able to promote body functionality, social interaction, and quality of life in BC survivors, but the literature on specific motor gestures is scarce and practice is still based more on a re-educative perspective than a performative one. In this context, the present longitudinal study investigated the benefits of an adapted biofeedback-based sensorimotor training intervention on upper body functionality in a team of dragon ladies. The 8-week intervention was conceived as integrated dry workout sessions led by an APA kinesiologist and applied a novel sensorized proprioceptive device, such as a Libra board. Post-protocol evaluation revealed a significant improvement in bilateral upper limb mobility, core endurance, and trunk stability along with a distress decrease and quality of life enhancement through validated assessment tools. Our findings suggest that integrating biofeedback-based workout sessions can effectively promote upper body functionality in BC survivors practicing dragon boating. Furthermore, our innovative approach could help spread methodological hints able to boost exercise adherence in this target population, thus counteracting cancer recurrence while promoting overall well-being.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-05-11
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14050089
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 5 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 1369-1382: Validation Study of the Spanish Version
           of the Measure of Happiness (MH) Questionnaire

    • Authors: Matteo Rizzato, Laura Miraglia, Antonio Francisco Arnau Mollà, Francisco Javier Romero Naranjo, Cinzia Di Dio, Michele Antonelli, Davide Donelli
      First page: 1369
      Abstract: This study aims to validate the Spanish version of the Measure of Happiness (MH), a questionnaire that identifies the specific areas of an individual’s life that are related to experienced happiness. The sample consisted of 458 Spanish native speakers (65.7% women, 34.3% men; mean age = 24.14, SD = 8.45) and was divided into two groups: Sample 1 (N = 226) underwent Exploratory Factor Analysis (EFA), and Sample 2 (N = 232) underwent Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA). The convergent and discriminant validity of the Spanish version of the MH and its subscales was assessed by calculating Pearson correlations between the MH factors and the Subjective Happiness Scale, the State–Trait Anxiety Inventory, the Beck Depression Inventory, and the WHOQOL-BREF. The EFA and CFA confirmed the original five-factor structure of the MH questionnaire. The only difference in the Spanish version of the MH is that Item 4, which was originally assigned to Factor 2 “Financial Status”, was reallocated to Factor 1 “Psychophysical Status”. The reliability of the Spanish version of the MH questionnaire was also confirmed, and the factors correlated in the expected direction with the constructs of quality of life, happiness, anxiety, and depression. The MH questionnaire demonstrated excellent psychometric properties among Spanish respondents.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-05-14
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14050090
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 5 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 1383-1395: Well-Being and Perfectionism: Assessing
           the Mediational Role of Self-Compassion in Emerging Adults

    • Authors: Loredana Benedetto, Stefania Macidonio, Massimo Ingrassia
      First page: 1383
      Abstract: The study explores how different dimensions of perfectionism influence psychological well-being (PWB) in emerging adults. Literature has deepened the relationships between maladaptive perfectionism (e.g., excessive self-criticism, perceived discrepancy from the standards) and low PWB. Less is known about whether and how adaptive perfectionism (e.g., pursuing personal standards) relates to PWB. Secondly, the study has investigated whether self-compassion (i.e., self-benevolence, seeing personal imperfections as a common condition) may mediate the relationships between adaptive/maladaptive perfectionism and PWB. Participants (N = 217, 18–35 y. o.) completed self-report questionnaires measuring: adaptive/maladaptive perfectionism (Almost Perfect Scale-Revised, APS-R: high standards and order/discrepancy, respectively), PWB, and self-compassion (SCS). Adaptive perfectionism was associated with PWB, particularly a higher presence of purpose in life, environmental mastery, self-acceptance, and personal growth. Conversely, discrepancy resulted in the most robust predictor of low PWB (β = −0.68), followed by high standards with a positive direction (β = 0.23; Rc2 = 0.514, p < 0.001). A strong negative association emerged between discrepancy and SCS (r = −0.67, p < 0.001). A mediation analysis shows that self-compassion has an indirect effect, reducing the strength of the relationship between discrepancy and low PWB. Results suggest focusing on self-compassion as a buffer factor that reduces the negative impact of maladaptive perfectionism on psychological well-being. Implications for education and health psychology are discussed.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-05-15
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14050091
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 5 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 1396-1412: Analysis of Formative and Evaluative
           Activities on Statistical Graphs in Textbooks for Chilean Rural Multigrade
           Education

    • Authors: Matías Bustamante-Valdés, Danilo Díaz-Levicoy, Eduardo Alarcón-Bustamante
      First page: 1396
      Abstract: The aim of this paper is to analyze the formative and evaluative activities involving statistical graphs in the new textbooks for Chilean rural multigrade education. The methodology is qualitative, at a descriptive level and uses the content analysis technique. The sample is made up of the six primary education textbooks distributed by the Ministry of Education for rural multigrade schools. The results show the predominance of the bar chart, semiotic level 3, the task of calculating and the personal context in both types of activities, although with respect to the reading level, it is evident that level 4 predominates in the formative activities and level 2 in the evaluative ones. According to the results, it is recommended to incorporate graphs proposed by the curricular guidelines of the Ministry of Education, which are absent in textbooks as well as to include evaluative activities that require reflection on the nature of the data, context, representation and conclusions obtained from them.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-05-15
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14050092
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 5 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 1413-1424: Comparative Analysis of Artificial
           Intelligence Virtual Assistant and Large Language Models in Post-Operative
           Care

    • Authors: Sahar Borna, Cesar A. Gomez-Cabello, Sophia M. Pressman, Syed Ali Haider, Ajai Sehgal, Bradley C. Leibovich, Dave Cole, Antonio Jorge Forte
      First page: 1413
      Abstract: In postoperative care, patient education and follow-up are pivotal for enhancing the quality of care and satisfaction. Artificial intelligence virtual assistants (AIVA) and large language models (LLMs) like Google BARD and ChatGPT-4 offer avenues for addressing patient queries using natural language processing (NLP) techniques. However, the accuracy and appropriateness of the information vary across these platforms, necessitating a comparative study to evaluate their efficacy in this domain. We conducted a study comparing AIVA (using IBM Watson Assistant) with ChatGPT-4 and Google BARD, assessing the accuracy, knowledge gap, and response appropriateness. AIVA demonstrated superior performance, with significantly higher accuracy (mean: 0.9) and lower knowledge gap (mean: 0.1) compared to BARD and ChatGPT-4. Additionally, AIVA’s responses received higher Likert scores for appropriateness. Our findings suggest that specialized AI tools like AIVA are more effective in delivering precise and contextually relevant information for postoperative care compared to general-purpose LLMs. While ChatGPT-4 shows promise, its performance varies, particularly in verbal interactions. This underscores the importance of tailored AI solutions in healthcare, where accuracy and clarity are paramount. Our study highlights the necessity for further research and the development of customized AI solutions to address specific medical contexts and improve patient outcomes.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-05-15
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14050093
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 5 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 1425-1436: Quality of Life and Clinical Impairment
           in Spanish Adolescent Anorexia Nervosa Patients

    • Authors: Marie-Carmen Neipp, Álvaro Ruiz, Javier Manchón, Eva León-Zarceño, María José Quiles, Yolanda Quiles
      First page: 1425
      Abstract: Eating disorders have serious physical, mental and social consequences that can affect the quality of life of the sufferer. This study aimed to evaluate the relationship between the severity of ED-related psychopathology and clinical impairment in adolescents with anorexia nervosa (AN) as well as their perception of health-related quality of life. Eighty-six Spanish young women with AN completed a set of questionnaires assessing eating disorder pathology, clinical impairment, and quality of life. The set included the following instruments: the Eating Disorder Examination Questionnaire, Clinical Impairment Assessment, Short Form-12 Item Health Survey, and the Eating Disorder-Specific Heath-Related Quality of Life instrument. Descriptive and regression analyses were applied to identify associations between variables. Higher scores on clinical impairment domains were associated with greater impairment of mental and physical health. Moreover, clinical impairment domains and concerns due to ED were related to a lower quality of life. In conclusion, adolescents with AN have a poor quality of life. Moreover, the findings suggest that the clinical features of impairment may serve as severity indicators of quality of life.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-05-15
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14050094
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 5 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 1437-1450: Profiles of Career Indecision: A
           Person-Centered Approach with Italian Late Adolescents

    • Authors: Parola, Marcionetti
      First page: 1437
      Abstract: Choosing career paths in today’s contemporary labor market complexity is becoming more and more challenging for adolescents and young people. Career indecision could take over, and assessing its facets could guide career interventions to support the career decision-making process. To create increasingly tailored career guidance interventions, using a person-centered approach, this study aimed to understand whether profiles of late adolescents based on their career decision-making difficulties might be circumscribed. A total of 776 Italian late adolescents took part in this study. The assessment of career decision-making difficulties was conducted through the Career Decision-Making Questionnaire (CDDQ). To determine the optimal number of profiles, a Latent Profile Analysis (LPA) using the stepwise approach was used. Moreover, a multinomial logistic regression was conducted to study whether school grade and sex predicted profile membership. LPA revealed a four-profile model: “Lower Indecision” (Profile 1, 39%), “High Indecision” (Profile 2, 23%), “Very High Indecision” (Profile 3, 7%) and “Moderate Indecision” (Profile 4, 31%). Being enrolled in the last year of high school significantly predicted belonging to Profile 2 and Profile 3. Practical implications were discussed in light of these findings.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-05-15
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14050095
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 5 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 1451-1469: The Use of Anabolic Steroids by
           Bodybuilders in the State of Sergipe, Brazil

    • Authors: Josué Cruz dos Santos, Erivaldo de Souza, Daniela Meneses-Santos, Carla Roberta de Oliveira Carvalho, Jymmys Lopes dos dos Santos, Felipe J. Aidar, Anderson Carlos Marçal
      First page: 1451
      Abstract: Bodybuilding, as a high-performance sport, requires regular strength and resistance exercises with the principal objective of increasing muscle hypertrophy. However, many bodybuilders resort to the use of anabolic-androgenic steroids (AASs) to improve their performance in a short period of time. This study employs a survey-type, cross-sectional, descriptive–analytical method to evaluate the profile of bodybuilding athletes in the State of Sergipe, Brazil, and verify the level of knowledge/awareness about the health risks and impacts resulting from the use of such substances. Finite- and convenience-type populations are assessed, including individuals of both sexes, aged older than 18 years, self-declared bodybuilding athletes residing in the State of Sergipe, Brazil, and participating in regional and/or state competitions. As a result, no significant relationships were determined between sex (p = 0.492), age (p = 0.460), family income (p = 0.141), and medical follow-up sessions. For the variables level of education and medical follow-up vs. no follow-up sessions, a significant result was achieved (p = 0.01), with 74.3% of individuals reporting having follow-up treatment and 25.7% responding that they had no follow-up treatment, a percentage representing the group that completed their higher education. The substances most used by the athletes were Sustanon 250 or Durateston, Nandrolone Decanoate (Deca or Deca-Durabolin), and Testosterone. The most-reported acute side effects were acne at 33.8% (n = 20), irritability at 32.1% (n = 19), alopecia (hair loss), and nervousness at 23.7% (n = 14). The most-reported chronic side effects were arterial hypertension at 36.0% (n = 9), liver disease at 28.0% (n = 7), and cancer (non-specific) at 8.0% (n = 2). We concluded that, regardless of the athletes’ socioeconomic profiles, the use of AASs was high, with two or more substances being used in combination and for a prolonged period. Thus, it is necessary to promote awareness campaigns regarding the use of AASs and their effects on high-performance and recreational athletes.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-05-16
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14050096
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 5 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 1470-1488: Technological Perception with Rural and
           Urban Differentiation and Its Influence on the Quality of Life of Older
           People with Age-Related Macular Degeneration

    • Authors: Angel Parra-Sanchez, Vanessa Zorrilla-Muñoz, Gema Martinez-Navarrete, Eduardo Fernandez
      First page: 1470
      Abstract: The past decade has seen a global increase in population age, especially in developed countries, where aging involves visual diseases such as age-related macular degeneration (AMD), which severely affect quality of life (QoL) and mental health, as well as increase isolation and care costs. This study investigated how persons with AMD perceive the impact of technology use on their QoL, focusing on potential disparities between urban and rural contexts in Spain. Using a cross-sectional observational design, data from the 2020 National Statistics Institute’s Disability, Personal Autonomy, and Dependency Situations Survey were analyzed, focusing on QoL aspects based on the WHO items of the WHOQOL-100 scale. The results revealed a generally positive perception of technology among participants, with urban residents perceiving technology’s positive impact more favorably. Sex discrepancies in technology perception were also observed, as women exhibited a more positive outlook on technology’s influence on QoL. The analysis of QoL aspects, such as ‘Visibility’, ‘Learning’, ‘Mobility’, and ‘Domestic life’, highlighted distinct challenges faced by rural and urban populations, underscoring the importance of context-specific approaches in technology interventions. However, these perceptions were intertwined with comorbidities, which can exacerbate AMD-related issues. Furthermore, this study explored the role of technology in enhancing QoL among older adults with AMD, examining how it influences daily activities and independence, particularly in the context of AMD management. This study concluded that developing more-inclusive policies tailored to the specific needs of persons with AMD, with special attention to environmental and sex differences, is imperative to enhance the positive impact of technology on their QoL.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-05-20
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14050097
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 5 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 976-1001: A Systematic Review with a Meta-Analysis
           of the Motivational Climate and Hedonic Well-Being Constructs: The
           Importance of the Athlete Level

    • Authors: Marc Lochbaum, Cassandra Sisneros
      First page: 976
      Abstract: Motivational climate is known to relate to individual behaviors, emotions, and thoughts. Hedonic or subjective well-being includes self-assessed positive affect (i.e., pleasant affect, moods, and emotions), negative affect (i.e., unpleasant affect, moods, and emotions), and life or domain-specific satisfaction. The aim of this review was to quantify the relationships between task and ego motivational climate scales and measures representing hedonic well-being with sports participants. Potential moderators of the motivational climate and hedonic well-being were examined. This review followed the PRISMA guidelines (PROSPERO ID CRD42023470462, registered 28 October 2023). From five relevant databases, one relevant review, and hand searching, 82 articles totaling 26,378 participants (46.3% female) met the inclusion criteria. The articles spanned publication dates from 1993 to 2023, representing 18 countries, various team and individual sports, and athletes competing in elite (e.g., Olympic) to grassroot (e.g., club sport) competitions. To meta-analyze the motivational climate and hedonic well-being relationships, the random-effects model was used. For the moderation analyses, the mixed-effects model was used. The task or mastery climate relationships were medium in magnitude with positive affect and satisfaction and small with negative affect. The ego or performance climate relationships were small in magnitude for positive affect, negative affect, and satisfaction. Evidence of bias existed in the motivational climate and hedonic well-being relationships. For moderation analyses, athlete level (i.e., elite vs. non-elite) moderated (p < 0.05) the task (elite, r = 0.23; non-elite, r = 0.34) and ego motivational climate (elite, r = −0.02; non-elite, r = −0.13) and positive affect and satisfaction combined relationships. In conclusion, the motivational climate and hedonic well-being relationships were stronger for the task climate than for the ego climate. The finding that elite athlete correlations appeared dampened is important for future research. Even with the damped relationships, practitioners, from the Olympics to local clubs, should ensure the promotion of the task climate to maximize positive affect and satisfactions in and around the sport experience.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-04-09
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14040064
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 4 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 1002-1011: The Positive and Negative Suicidal
           Ideation Inventory among Portuguese Adolescents: Factor Structure and
           Gender Invariance

    • Authors: Marta Brás, Ana Cunha, João Antunes, Cláudia Carmo
      First page: 1002
      Abstract: Suicide worldwide is an issue that needs to be addressed, and adolescents are an at-risk group. Assessing suicidal ideation is central to tackling the issue of suicide. The Positive and Negative Suicidal Ideation inventory is a widely validated measure of suicidal ideation, and yet, very little is known about its invariance across various groups. The present study aimed to adapt and test the PANSI’s structure in a Portuguese sample while testing its gender invariance. A total of 750 middle and high school students were recruited for the study, and data were collected on various suicide risk and protective factors, including the Portuguese-translated PANSI. Data were put through exploratory and confirmatory factor analysis. Kaiser’s criterion and scree plot both extracted two factors (64.10% variance explained). Confirmatory factor analysis also supported the PANSI’s structure (TLI = 0.943). The PANSI showed good reliability (α ≥ 0.83) and good construct and discriminative validity. The PANSI also exhibited scalar, but not strict, invariance. Overall, these results were similar to previous versions of this scale. The PANSI is a reliable measure of suicide risk among Portuguese adolescents. Future studies should further replicate these results in other cultures and expand on them by testing for invariance across other demographic variables.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-04-10
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14040065
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 4 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 1012-1027: University Students’ Achievement
           of Meaningful Learning through Participation in Thinking Routines

    • Authors: Nora Ramos-Vallecillo, Víctor Murillo-Ligorred, Raquel Lozano-Blasco
      First page: 1012
      Abstract: This study was conducted among undergraduate students pursuing a Primary Education degree at the University of Zaragoza. Its primary aim was to enhance and elevate the quality of participation during theoretical sessions, thereby fostering meaningful learning that contributes to the improvement of academic performance among the participants. To achieve this objective, a quasi-experimental case study was meticulously crafted. This research design was structured to not only stimulate and augment participation but also to cultivate meaningful learning, ultimately enhancing students’ academic achievements. The study employed a comprehensive approach to monitor participation, utilizing observation records to track engagement levels, and anecdotal records to delineate the progression of sessions and the quality of responses. Through meticulous analysis, it can be deduced that the integration of thinking routines as a pedagogical tool in expository sessions significantly enhances student engagement. These routines effectively activate students’ prior knowledge, establishing meaningful connections with the subject matter at hand. Moreover, the incorporation of thinking routines has been observed to elevate the quality of student participation. By fostering reflective practices, aiding in the formulation of inquiries, promoting collaborative learning, and nurturing critical thinking skills, these routines play a pivotal role in enriching the educational experience and bolstering academic performance.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-04-11
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14040066
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 4 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 1028-1043: Spatial Accuracy and Variability in Dart
           Throwing in Children with Developmental Coordination Disorder and the
           Relationship with Ball Skill Items

    • Authors: Faiçal Farhat, Achraf Ammar, Nourhen Mezghani, Mohamed Moncef Kammoun, Khaled Trabelsi, Haitham Jahrami, Adnene Gharbi, Lassad Sallemi, Haithem Rebai, Wassim Moalla, Bouwien Smits-Engelsman
      First page: 1028
      Abstract: The present study aimed to examine precision and variability in dart throwing performance and the relationships between these outcomes and bouncing, throwing and catching tasks in children with and without DCD. Children between the ages of 8 and 10 years (n = 165) were classified according to results obtained on the Movement Assessment Battery for Children (MABC-2) and divided into three groups: 65 children with severe DCD (s-DCD), 45 with moderate DCD (m-DCD) and 55 typically developing children (TD). All children performed the dart throwing test and the ball skill items of the Performance and Fitness Test (PERF-FIT). The accuracy and variability of dart throwing tasks were significantly different between TD and s-DCD (p < 0.01), and also between m-DCD and s-DCD (p < 0.01). Participants with s-DCD were also found to perform significantly worse on all PERF-FIT ball skill items than m-DCD (p < 0.001), and m-DCD were significantly poorer than TD (p < 0.001). The dart score and coefficient of variation of the long-distance task appear to be significant predictors for the ball skills and explain between 24 to 29% of their variance. In conclusion, poor results in aiming tasks using darts in children with DCD corroborate with the explanation of deficits in predictive control since the tasks require ballistic movements.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-04-16
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14040067
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 4 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 1044-1054: Emotional Exhaustion Scale (ECE):
           Psychometric Properties in a Sample of Portuguese University Students

    • Authors: Sílvia Ala, Francisco Ramos Campos, Inês Carvalho Relva
      First page: 1044
      Abstract: Academic emotional exhaustion is the first stage of academic burnout syndrome, and it is necessary to assess it and intervene early, as the consequences can lead to harmful effects on psychological well-being. The main objectives of this study were to explore the psychometric properties of the Emotional Exhaustion Scale (ECE); to assess the association with suffering and positive well-being, using the MHI-5 Inventory; and to provide information on its validity and to compare it with these constructs. A total sample of 526 university students (81% female and 19% male) aged between 17 and 62 (M = 21.42 years and SD = 5.78) took part in this study. Exploratory and confirmatory factor analyses were carried out. In the internal consistency assessment, the ECE was 0.89 and the MHI-5 was 0.81 (Cronbach’s alpha). Exploratory factor analysis was carried out with Varimax rotation and confirmatory analysis, obtaining the factor that explains 50.5% of the variance. The results indicated that the ECE has adequate psychometric properties for use with higher education students in Portugal. Its use by mental health professionals in higher education institutions could be very relevant for screening for emotional exhaustion and thus preventing possible serious pathologies.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-04-17
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14040068
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 4 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 1055-1067: Association between Levels of
           Loneliness, Laboratory Measurements, and Behavioral Aspects in a Primary
           Care Setting in Crete, Greece

    • Authors: Panagiotis Volkos, Manolis Linardakis, Panagiotis Stachteas, Foteini Anastasiou, Athina Tatsioni, Marilena Kampa, Emmanouil K. Symvoulakis
      First page: 1055
      Abstract: This paper examines potential associations of loneliness with laboratory data and specific psychosocial and behavioral attitudes. The sample collection took place in an urban Primary Health Care unit between May and July 2023, consecutively, and once exclusion criteria were implemented. Participants were aged between 40 and 75 years. Routine laboratory test results upon study initiation and six months before were used. The University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), Loneliness Scale (Version 3), blood glucose, serum lipids, Fibrosis-4 index, and Creatinine Clearance (CrCl) were assessed through hierarchical multiple logistic regression analysis. Based on full model (3rd) analysis, those who were engaged in an individual sport or activity or had contacts with more friends presented significantly lower odds for increased loneliness levels (odds ratio (OR): 0.28 [95% confidence interval (CI) 0.09–0.91], p = 0.034 and OR: 0.76 [95%CI 0.66–0.88], p < 0.001, respectively). The consumption of alcohol was associated with increased loneliness (OR: 5.55 [95%CI 1.42–21.63], p = 0.014). Elevated triglyceride levels were linked with moderate or no loneliness (OR: 0.20 [95%CI 0.05–0.83], p = 0.026), while an increased LDL/HDL atherosclerotic index was related to increased subjective loneliness (OR: 4.50 [95%CI 1.12–18.13], p = 0.035). The need for holistic approaches—involving primary care personnel—in understanding and addressing loneliness, recognizing its multifaceted nature as well as the diverse factors that contribute to this issue, is considered challenging.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-04-18
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14040069
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 4 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 1068-1085: “It’s a Lot of Closets to
           Come Out of in This Life”: Experiences of Brazilian Gay Men Living
           with Human Immunodeficiency Virus at the Time of Diagnosis and Its
           Biopsychosocial Impacts

    • Authors: Felipe Alckmin-Carvalho, Henrique Pereira, Lucia Nichiata
      First page: 1068
      Abstract: We investigated the experiences of Brazilian gay men with HIV, focusing on the moment of diagnosis and its potential biopsychosocial impacts. This clinical–qualitative study involved 15 participants interviewed online and synchronously by a clinical psychologist in 2021. Thematic analysis was employed to analyze the data. Interpretations were grounded in Minority Stress Theory. Four thematic axes emerged, including “Diagnostic Revelation”, “Social and Internalized Stigma”, “Biopsychosocial Effects of Living with HIV”, and “Gratitude for Treatment Advances and the Brazilian Health System”. The diagnosis was often experienced as traumatic, exacerbated by the absence of empathy and emotional support from healthcare providers. Participants commonly reported guilt, fear upon learning of their HIV status, social isolation, loneliness, lack of social support, and damage to affective-sexual relationships. Many also noted a decline in mental health, even those without HIV-related medical complications. Despite over 40 years since the HIV epidemic began, the prevalence of homophobia and serophobia among gay men remains widespread, including within the multidisciplinary teams of specialized services. This indicates that the stigma associated with homosexuality and HIV persists, despite significant biomedical progress in the diagnosis and treatment of the infection, particularly in Brazil.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-04-19
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14040070
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 4 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 1086-1100: Temporal Fluctuations of Suicide
           Mortality in Japan from 2009 to 2023 Using Government Databases

    • Authors: Ryusuke Matsumoto, Eishi Motomura, Motohiro Okada
      First page: 1086
      Abstract: In Japan, suicide mortalities consistently decreased before the COVID-19 pandemic (from 2009 to 2019) but, conversely, increased after the pandemic outbreak from 2020 to 2022. To provide up-to-date suicide statistics in Japan, this study determined the temporal fluctuations of standardized suicide mortalities (SMRs), disaggregated by sex and age, by joinpoint regression analysis using the government suicide database, named the “Basic Data on Suicide in Region”. From January 2009 to December 2023, three temporal fluctuation patterns of SMRs pertaining to working age and older adults were detected, such as attenuations of decreasing trends before the COVID-19 pandemic (from around the mid-2010s), a sharply increasing trend that coincided with the pandemic outbreak, and gradually decreased during the pandemic, but no changes at the end of the COVID-19 pandemic. In particular, the SMRs of working-age females sharply increased concurrently with the pandemic outbreak, whereas those of males did not change. However, before the pandemic, decreasing trends of the SMRs of working-age males diminished in the mid-2010s, but those of females consistently decreased. The SMRs of working-age males indicated non-significant but sharply increasing trends in early 2022, a trend that was not observed for females. In contrast to working-age adults, the SMRs of adolescents already began to increase in the mid-2010s and also indicated consistently increasing trends between the periods during and after the pandemic. These results suggest, contrary to our expectations, that the impacts of both the outbreak and end of the COVID-19 pandemic were limited regarding the increase in SMRs from 2020. Therefore, when revising suicide prevention programs in the post-COVID-19 era, it should be noted that focusing on pandemic-associated factors alone is not sufficient.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-04-21
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14040071
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 4 (2024)
       
  • EJIHPE, Vol. 14, Pages 1101-1113: The Relationship between Attitudes
           toward Death and Emotional Intelligence, Personality, Resilience, and
           Justice Beliefs: A Cross-Sectional Study of Midwives in Greece

    • Authors: Evangelos Tzamakos, Dimitra Metallinou, Antigoni Sarantaki, Maria Tigka, Aikaterini Lykeridou, Christina Nanou
      First page: 1101
      Abstract: Midwifery practice inevitably includes miscarriages, stillbirths, and neonatal deaths. The aim of the present study was to investigate the relationship between attitudes toward death and emotional intelligence, personality, resilience, and justice beliefs among midwives in Greece. A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted from 2020 to 2022 among 348 midwives employed in public hospitals, in regional health authorities, or as independent professionals. Research instruments included the Death Attitude Profile—Revised, the Connor–Davidson Resilience Scale, the Trait Emotional Intelligence Questionnaire—Short Form, the Eysenck Personality Questionnaire, and the Belief in a Just World scale. The results revealed that greater emotional intelligence was significantly associated with higher scores in the escape acceptance subscale. Midwives scored low on the neutral acceptance subscale (2.9 ± 0.8), with the highest score being recorded in the escape acceptance subscale (4.6 ± 1.0), which was significantly associated with greater emotional intelligence. Neuroticism was significantly associated with the death avoidance, approach acceptance, fear of death, and escape acceptance subscales. Finally, the subscale of distributive justice beliefs for self and others was significantly associated with the subscales of death avoidance and approach acceptance. These findings highlight the nuanced perspectives within the healthcare community. As we delve deeper into the complexities of end-of-life care, understanding these diverse attitudes is crucial for providing comprehensive and empathetic support to both patients and healthcare professionals.
      Citation: European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education
      PubDate: 2024-04-21
      DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe14040072
      Issue No: Vol. 14, No. 4 (2024)
       
 
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ACM Transactions on Computing for Healthcare     Hybrid Journal  
Acta Scientiarum. Health Sciences     Open Access   (Followers: 2)
Adultspan Journal     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 2)
Advances in Child Development and Behavior     Full-text available via subscription   (Followers: 11)
Advances in Public Health     Open Access   (Followers: 34)
Adversity and Resilience Science : Journal of Research and Practice     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 4)
African Health Sciences     Open Access   (Followers: 7)
African Journal of Health Professions Education     Open Access   (Followers: 7)
Afrimedic Journal     Open Access   (Followers: 3)
Ageing & Society     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 41)
Aging and Health Research     Open Access   (Followers: 6)
Air Quality, Atmosphere & Health     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 9)
AJOB Empirical Bioethics     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 3)
Akademika     Open Access  
American Journal of Family Therapy     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 8)
American Journal of Health Economics     Full-text available via subscription   (Followers: 26)
American Journal of Health Education     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 38)
American Journal of Health Promotion     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 24)
American Journal of Health Sciences     Open Access   (Followers: 12)
American Journal of Preventive Medicine     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 35)
American Journal of Public Health     Full-text available via subscription   (Followers: 259)
American Journal of Public Health Research     Open Access   (Followers: 33)
Analytic Methods in Accident Research     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 9)
Annals of Health Law     Open Access   (Followers: 7)
Applied Biosafety     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 2)
Applied Ergonomics     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 18)
Archives of Suicide Research     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 14)
Archivos de Prevención de Riesgos Laborales     Open Access  
ASA Monitor     Full-text available via subscription   (Followers: 14)
Asia Pacific Journal of Counselling and Psychotherapy     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 7)
Asia Pacific Journal of Health Management     Full-text available via subscription   (Followers: 4)
Asia-Pacific Journal of Public Health     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 12)
Asian Journal of Gambling Issues and Public Health     Open Access   (Followers: 5)
Asian Journal of Medicine and Health     Open Access   (Followers: 1)
Atención Primaria     Open Access   (Followers: 2)
Atención Primaria Práctica     Open Access   (Followers: 1)
Australian Advanced Aesthetics     Full-text available via subscription   (Followers: 5)
Australian Family Physician     Full-text available via subscription   (Followers: 2)
Australian Indigenous HealthBulletin     Free   (Followers: 5)
Autism & Developmental Language Impairments     Open Access   (Followers: 19)
Bijzijn XL     Hybrid Journal  
Biomedical Safety & Standards     Full-text available via subscription   (Followers: 7)
Biosafety and Health     Open Access  
Biosalud     Open Access  
BMC Oral Health     Open Access   (Followers: 5)
BMC Pregnancy and Childbirth     Open Access   (Followers: 20)
Brazilian Journal of Medicine and Human Health     Open Access  
British Journal of Health Psychology     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 57)
Cadernos de Educação, Saúde e Fisioterapia     Open Access  
Cadernos de Saúde     Open Access  
Cambridge Quarterly of Healthcare Ethics     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 13)
Canadian Journal of Community Mental Health     Full-text available via subscription   (Followers: 16)
Canadian Journal of Human Sexuality     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 1)
Canadian Journal of Public Health     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 31)
Cannabis and Cannabinoid Research     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 2)
Carta Comunitaria     Open Access  
Case Reports in Women's Health     Open Access   (Followers: 4)
Central Asian Journal of Global Health     Open Access   (Followers: 2)
CES Medicina     Open Access  
CES Salud Pública     Open Access  
Child and Adolescent Obesity     Open Access   (Followers: 8)
Child's Nervous System     Hybrid Journal  
Childhood Obesity and Nutrition     Open Access   (Followers: 12)
Children     Open Access  
Ciencia & Salud     Open Access  
Ciencia & Trabajo     Open Access  
Ciencia y Salud     Open Access   (Followers: 1)
Cities & Health     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 6)
Cleaner and Responsible Consumption     Open Access  
Clinical and Experimental Health Sciences     Open Access   (Followers: 1)
ClinicoEconomics and Outcomes Research     Open Access   (Followers: 1)
Clocks & Sleep     Open Access   (Followers: 2)
CME     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 1)
Conflict and Health     Open Access   (Followers: 8)
Contact (CTC)     Open Access   (Followers: 2)
Contraception and Reproductive Medicine     Open Access   (Followers: 2)
Cuaderno de investigaciones: semilleros andina     Open Access  
Current Opinion in Behavioral Sciences     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 13)
Current Opinion in Environmental Science & Health     Hybrid Journal  
Das österreichische Gesundheitswesen ÖKZ     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 2)
Day Surgery Australia     Full-text available via subscription   (Followers: 2)
Design for Health     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 1)
Digital Health     Open Access   (Followers: 10)
Disaster Medicine and Public Health Preparedness     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 12)
Discover Social Science and Health     Open Access   (Followers: 18)
Diversity and Equality in Health and Care     Open Access   (Followers: 10)
Diversity of Research in Health Journal     Open Access   (Followers: 1)
Dramatherapy     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 2)
Drogues, santé et société     Open Access   (Followers: 2)
Early Childhood Research Quarterly     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 26)
East African Journal of Public Health     Full-text available via subscription   (Followers: 3)
Eating and Weight Disorders - Studies on Anorexia, Bulimia and Obesity     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 24)
EcoHealth     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 6)
Egyptian Journal of Nutrition and Health     Open Access   (Followers: 9)
Egyptian Journal of Occupational Medicine     Open Access   (Followers: 5)
electronic Journal of Health Informatics     Open Access   (Followers: 7)
ElectronicHealthcare     Full-text available via subscription   (Followers: 2)
Emerging Trends in Drugs, Addictions, and Health     Open Access   (Followers: 2)
Environmental Sciences Europe     Open Access   (Followers: 2)
Epidemics     Open Access   (Followers: 7)
EsSEX : Revista Científica     Open Access  
Ethics & Human Research     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 4)
Ethics, Medicine and Public Health     Full-text available via subscription   (Followers: 9)
Ethiopian Journal of Health Development     Open Access   (Followers: 7)
Ethiopian Journal of Health Sciences     Open Access   (Followers: 6)
Ethnicity & Health     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 17)
EUREKA : Health Sciences     Open Access  
European Journal of Health Communication     Open Access  
European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education     Open Access   (Followers: 5)
European Medical, Health and Pharmaceutical Journal     Open Access   (Followers: 2)
Evaluation & the Health Professions     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 12)
Evidência - Ciência e Biotecnologia - Interdisciplinar     Open Access  
Exploratory Research in Clinical and Social Pharmacy     Open Access   (Followers: 4)
F&S Reports     Open Access   (Followers: 2)
Face à face     Open Access  
Family & Community Health     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 13)
Family Relations     Partially Free   (Followers: 12)
FASEB BioAdvances     Open Access   (Followers: 3)
Fatigue : Biomedicine, Health & Behavior     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 3)
Finnish Journal of eHealth and eWelfare : Finjehew     Open Access  
Food and Public Health     Open Access   (Followers: 11)
Food Hydrocolloids for Health     Open Access  
Food Quality and Safety     Open Access   (Followers: 2)
Frontiers in Digital Health     Open Access   (Followers: 3)
Frontiers of Health Services Management     Partially Free   (Followers: 7)
Gaceta Sanitaria     Open Access   (Followers: 2)
Ganesha Journal     Open Access  
Geospatial Health     Open Access   (Followers: 1)
Gestão e Desenvolvimento     Open Access  
Gesundheitsökonomie & Qualitätsmanagement     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 7)
Giornale Italiano di Health Technology Assessment     Full-text available via subscription  
Global Advances in Health and Medicine     Open Access  
Global Challenges     Open Access   (Followers: 2)
Global Health : Science and Practice     Open Access   (Followers: 8)
Global Health Annual Review     Open Access   (Followers: 2)
Global Health Innovation     Open Access   (Followers: 3)
Global Health Journal     Open Access   (Followers: 2)
Global Health Promotion     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 16)
Global Journal of Health Science     Open Access   (Followers: 6)
Global Medical & Health Communication     Open Access   (Followers: 1)
Global Mental Health     Open Access   (Followers: 13)
Global Reproductive Health     Open Access   (Followers: 2)
Global Security : Health, Science and Policy     Open Access   (Followers: 1)
Global Transitions     Open Access   (Followers: 1)
Globalization and Health     Open Access   (Followers: 7)
Hacia la Promoción de la Salud     Open Access  
Hastane Öncesi Dergisi     Open Access  
Hastings Center Report     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 7)
HEADline     Hybrid Journal  
Health & Place     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 24)
Health & Justice     Open Access   (Followers: 5)
Health : An Interdisciplinary Journal for the Social Study of Health, Illness and Medicine     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 21)
Health and Social Care Chaplaincy     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 10)
Health and Social Work     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 63)
Health Behavior and Policy Review     Full-text available via subscription   (Followers: 5)
Health Behavior Research     Open Access   (Followers: 2)
Health Care Analysis     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 13)
Health Equity     Open Access   (Followers: 4)
Health Information Management Journal     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 29)
Health Policy     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 48)
Health Policy and Technology     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 5)
Health Policy OPEN     Open Access   (Followers: 1)
Health Promotion & Physical Activity     Open Access   (Followers: 9)
Health Promotion International     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 27)
Health Promotion Journal of Australia : Official Journal of Australian Association of Health Promotion Professionals     Full-text available via subscription   (Followers: 9)
Health Promotion Practice     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 16)
Health Prospect     Open Access  
Health Psychology Review     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 46)
Health Research Policy and Systems     Open Access   (Followers: 16)
Health SA Gesondheid     Open Access   (Followers: 2)
Health Science Reports     Open Access   (Followers: 1)
Health Sciences and Disease     Open Access   (Followers: 2)
Health Security     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 1)
Health Services Insights     Open Access   (Followers: 1)
Health Systems     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 6)
Health Systems & Reform     Open Access   (Followers: 3)
Health Voices     Full-text available via subscription  
Health, Culture and Society     Open Access   (Followers: 13)
Health, Risk & Society     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 11)
Health, Safety and Environment     Open Access   (Followers: 35)
Healthcare     Open Access   (Followers: 2)
Healthcare Quarterly     Full-text available via subscription   (Followers: 9)
Healthcare Technology Letters     Open Access  
HERD : Health Environments Research & Design Journal     Full-text available via subscription   (Followers: 2)
Highland Medical Research Journal     Full-text available via subscription  
Hispanic Health Care International     Full-text available via subscription  
Histoire, médecine et santé     Open Access   (Followers: 1)
Home Health Care Services Quarterly     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 5)
Hong Kong Journal of Social Work, The     Hybrid Journal   (Followers: 3)
Horizonte Medico     Open Access  
Hua Hin Sook Jai Klai Kangwon Journal     Open Access  
Human Nutrition & Metabolism     Open Access   (Followers: 2)
IEEE Journal of Translational Engineering in Health and Medicine     Open Access   (Followers: 5)
IISE Transactions on Occupational Ergonomics and Human Factors     Hybrid Journal  
IJS Global Health     Open Access  
Implementation Science     Open Access   (Followers: 27)
IMTU Medical Journal     Full-text available via subscription  
Indian Journal of Youth and Adolescent Health     Open Access  
Indonesian Journal of Public Health     Open Access  
interactive Journal of Medical Research     Open Access  

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