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Europe’s Journal of Psychology
Vol. 7 No. 1 (2011); 187-197
Spirituality, religion, and health: Reflections and issues
Hussain, Dilwar; Thapar University, Patiala, Punjab
2011-02-27 00:00:00
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The past decade has witnessed substantial growth in the study of religiosity/spirituality and its relationship with various indicators of health. Most of these studies found positive relationships between religion, spirituality and health (both mental and physical health). However, various studies in this field are criticized specially for not clearly and operationally defining the constructs religion and spirituality and for their poor design. This paper discuses major issue associated with concepts, norms, and assessments of religiosity and spirituality. Finally, various suggestions to surpass these limitations are also addressed.
oai:journals.psychopen.eu:article/135
2020-08-28T13:48:56Z
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Europe’s Journal of Psychology
Vol. 7 No. 2 (2011); 374-394
Women´s body image and the role of culture: A review of the literature
Bakhshi, Savita; London Metropolitan University
2011-05-30 00:00:00
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Body image can be described as a combination of a person’s perceptions, feelings and thoughts about his/her body and their general physical appearance. Self-perceptions are important to examine because they can have implications for a person’s psychological and physical health. Past research has shown that culture plays a significant role in forming appearance ideals and that these vary for women of different cultures. The purpose of this article was to review the present literature on the prevalence of negative body image in women of different ethnic groups living in Western cultures. The similarities and differences between cultures in terms of negative body image in women were discussed followed by an examination of the role of acculturation in the development of negative body image. The findings showed that a significant proportion of women of different ethnicities are dissatisfied with their bodies and many are dieting to lose weight. The similarities between the groups indicated that the effect of non-Western cultures that previously promoted larger, more realistic body ideals is now diminishing. Thinner body ideals are now being reinforced for all women regardless of culture and ethnicity, thereby increasing the vulnerability towards developing a negative body image. The role of individual differences and the implications of this change are also discussed in this article.
oai:journals.psychopen.eu:article/162
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Europe’s Journal of Psychology
Vol. 7 No. 4 (2011); 739-777
Psychobiography as a method. The revival of studying lives: New perspectives in personality and creativity research
Kőváry, Zoltán; Institute of Psychology, University of Szeged
2011-11-29 00:00:00
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Psychobiography was invented by Sigmund Freud while investigating the psychological determinants of Leonardo da Vinci’s artistic creativity. Following the founder of psychoanalysis there were about 300 psychobiographic analyses published until 1960. From the 1930’s psychoanalysis also influenced the unfolding personality psychology trend called personology in the USA, led by G. W. Allport and Henry A. Murray, who also worked with life stories. However, the major methodological problems of classic psychobiography and the rising of nomothetic approaches in personality research effaced studying lives between the 1950’s and the 1980’s. The narrative turn in psychology made life story analysis accepted and popular again, and from the 90’s we can talk about “a renaissance of psychobiography”. The new endeavors encompass psychoanalytical and personological traditions and also integrate narrative perspectives. Contemporary psychobiography is constantly widening its focus: not only artists, but scientists, political and historical figures are also analyzed with more explicit methodology and comparative proceedings. In addition to the fact that psychobiography is a qualitative research method, it is very useful in exploring the psychology of creativity and personality itself and hence can be used as an instrument to train psychology students and prepare them for practical activities like psychotherapy or consultations. With the application of psychobiography the knowledge about human functioning and self-awareness is deepening, since it can be viewed as a practical realization of hermeneutical dialogue leading to the understanding of the human mind.
oai:journals.psychopen.eu:article/232
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Europe’s Journal of Psychology
Vol. 6 No. 4 (2010); 227-237
Guided imagery as a psychotherapeutic mind-body intervention in health psychology: A brief review of efficacy research
Özü, Öykü; Celal Bayar University, Demirci, Manisa, Turkey
2010-11-29 00:00:00
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In this article the guided imagery technique, which is a therapeutic tool in counseling and allied fields using mental images produced by appropriate scripts, suggestions or affirmations by videos/tape records and by the client himself/herself, will be discussed. Guided imagination is a mind-body intervention. Mind-body interventions focus on the interactions among the brain, mind, body, and behaviour, and on the powerful ways in which emotional, mental, social, spiritual and behavioural factors can directly affect health. The technique, used in health psychology and counseling psychology, can be classified by the modality of its content: visual, verbal, auditory, olfactory, tactile, gustatory, or kinesthetic. It is a flexible intervention whose efficacy has been indicated through a large body of research in the field over many decades. As such, it has earned the right to be considered a research-based technique. This article will give a brief outline of guided imagery techniques, and examples of selected research indicating its efficacy.
oai:journals.psychopen.eu:article/244
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Europe’s Journal of Psychology
Vol. 5 No. 4 (2009); 128-145
A Critique of the IQ / Achievement Discrepancy Model for Identifying Specific Learning Disabilities
Restori, Albert F.; California State University, Northridge
Katz, Gary S.; California State University, Northridge
Lee, Howard B.; California State University, Northridge
2009-11-29 00:00:00
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When the United States Congress passed the Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act in 2004 (IDEIA 2004), local educational agencies (LEA) were permitted to use a Response-to-Intervention (RTI) approach for identifying children with possible learning disabilities for special education. Furthermore, IDEIA 2004 no longer required LEAs to establish an IQ-achievement discrepancy for determining a Specific Learning Disability (SLD). Although federal law no longer mandates the need for an IQ-achievement discrepancy for determining an SLD, most school psychologists continue to employ this approach for the assessment of children at-risk for SLD. Furthermore, some researchers suggest that although the IQ-achievement discrepancy model may not be the best approach for identifying children at-risk for SLD, school psychologists should continue to use intelligence tests as part of the assessment process. The current paper (a) provides a brief review of the IQ-achievement discrepancy model, (b) reviews concerns of using intelligence tests within a RTI framework, and (c) reviews some of the major criticisms regarding the IQ-achievement discrepancy model.
oai:journals.psychopen.eu:article/256
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Europe’s Journal of Psychology
Vol. 5 No. 3 (2009); 82-95
Race Psychology between “Guilty Science” and “Innocent Politics”
Glăveanu, Vlad; London School of Economics, London, UK
2009-08-29 00:00:00
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This article will discuss the intricate ways in which, throughout the history of Race Psychology, the “science of race” depended on and reinforced the “politics of race”. A brief presentation of the main moments in the history of Race Psychology will be followed by a closer look into the mechanisms through which politics underpins the discoveries of a “guilty” science and science, in its turn, has been used to justify the “innocent” politics of racism and discrimination. Finally, a critical outlook on the past and present of Race Psychology is proposed, one that would simultaneously consider the many facets of this discipline: scientific, political, institutional and ideological.
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Europe’s Journal of Psychology
Vol. 5 No. 3 (2009); 96-104
An Application of Attribution Theory to Clinical Judgment
Murray, Jennifer; Glasgow Caledonian University
Thomson, Mary E.; Glasgow Caledonian University
2009-08-29 00:00:00
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The current article presents an application of attribution theory to clinical judgment, with a focus on the theory’s application to clinical judgments of violence risk assessment. While attribution theory has been applied to many diverse fields of human behavior, a comparatively limited level of research and discussion has been raised regarding its application to the very relevant and practical study of clinical decision making (Elbogen, 2002). The current article argues that is not only important for practicing clinicians to understand the way in which their client attributes causality to their behaviour in order to improve upon the effectiveness of therapeutic interventions, but also emphasizes the importance of recognizing and understanding the way in which the clinician attributes causality to the clients behaviour, and how this may affect the development of suitable therapeutic interventions and risk management plans. Through better understanding the effects of attribution on clinical judgments of violence risk assessment, it is argued that improvements to the effectiveness of clinical judgments in violence risk assessment may be possible.
oai:journals.psychopen.eu:article/285
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Europe’s Journal of Psychology
Vol. 5 No. 1 (2009)
The value of the Transpersonal in psychotherapy and in everyday life
Cigale, Edmond; PhD candidate, Rushmore University
2009-02-28 00:00:00
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A general outline of transpersonal psychology is presented and the definition of the transpersonal itself is suggested. The differences between the transpersonal, paranormal or extrapersonal are considered and both the benefits and dangers of transpersonal experiences are discussed. Finally, the value of the transpersonal in daily life is addressed.
oai:journals.psychopen.eu:article/290
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Europe’s Journal of Psychology
Vol. 2 No. 4 (2006)
Evolutionary Psychology Insights Regarding Human Sexuality
Eisenman, Russell; Department of Psychology, University of Texas-Pan American, Edinburg, TX, USA
2006-11-30 00:00:00
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Evolutionary psychology has presented important insights about many areas, with human sexuality being one of the areas of important insights. Some contributions of evolutionary psychology to six areas are discussed here: Sexual Intercourse vs. Masturbation, Preference by Aging Males for Younger and Younger Females, Ovulation and Female Sexuality, Differences in Male and Female Jealousy, Waist to Hip Ratio, and Childhood Deprivation and Earlier Pregnancy. Also, the importance of realizing that many behaviors are unconsciously motivated is discussed.
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Europe’s Journal of Psychology
Vol. 2 No. 4 (2006)
The Degree of Uncertainty Avoidance Present in Croatian and American Undergraduate Students; a Comparative Analysis
Matic, Jennifer L.; The American College of Management and Technology, Dubrovnik, Croatia
2006-11-30 00:00:00
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25 years ago, Culture’s Consequences was published. This text, the result of analyzing over 116,000 surveys collected from within IBM, identified 4 cultural dimensions which would go on to become recognized as one of the most important set of cultural dimensions, and which would be replicated and expanded upon on a broad scale (Bass, 1990; Adler, 1997). Culture’s Consequences contained information from Yugoslavia, information that was later broken down according to the area in which it was collected, resulting in cultural scores for Slovenia, Croatia, and Serbia (Hofstede, 1996, 2001). Since this original research was conducted in 1971, no further testing of Hofstede’s original findings has been carried out in Croatia. The research presented in this paper focused on one of Hofstede’s four dimensions in particular: uncertainty avoidance. Research was carried out which tested the degree of this dimension demonstrated by Croatian and American undergraduate students. In contrast to Hofstede’s original research, the American sample was found to be higher in uncertainty avoidance than the Croatian sample.
oai:journals.psychopen.eu:article/320
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Europe’s Journal of Psychology
Vol. 2 No. 1 (2006)
Mentoring – a Valuable Method of Practical Intervention in Need of Theoretical Grounding
Negovan, Valeria; Faculty of Psychology and Educational Sciences, University of Bucharest, Romania
2006-02-27 00:00:00
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The present study aims to give a general overview of the information on mentoring that already exists in the specialized literature. The aim of this necessary synthesis is to emphasize the acute need for its systematic research from a more subtle psychological perspective, one from which the psychology of learning should not miss. The theoretical perspective from which we treat this issue is suggested by a classical definition of mentoring (which can be found in many other definitions) that states that mentoring is “a protected relationship in which experimentation, exchange and learning can occur and skills, knowledge and insight can be developed” (Mumford, 2002, p.215). Our central argument is that the difficulties one encounters when trying to discover the efficiency of natural mentoring on the level of programmatic mentoring are due to the fact that research on mentoring to date has overlooked the contribution that the psychology of learning can bring to the shaping of this concept.
oai:journals.psychopen.eu:article/339
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Europe’s Journal of Psychology
Vol. 2 No. 3 (2006)
Sexual Dysfunctions
Arıkan, Gizem; Middle East Technical University, Department of Psychology, Turkey
2006-08-31 00:00:00
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In this paper, Sexual Dysfunctions are explained in terms of DSM-IV-TR criteria. Information about prevalence and occurrence rates is specified. Phases of sexual intercourse is explicated which enhance knowledge about disorders. Physiological factors such as reproductive life cycle, urinary track infections, diabetes, cardiopathies and drug side-effects and past and current psychological conditions are explained to assess the basis of sexual dysfunctions. Influence of variables on treatment is underlined with respect to different therapeutic tools, techniques and methods. Outcome and effectiveness research support evaluated. Lastly, important aspects in the course of therapy, elements and key concepts that would be beneficial for successful outcome are discussed.
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Europe’s Journal of Psychology
Vol. 1 No. 1 (2005)
Paradigm Shift in the Therapeutic Approach: an Overview of Solution-Focused Brief Therapy
Popescu, Beatrice; EJOP Founding Editor, University of Bucharest, Bucharest, Romania
2005-02-28 00:00:00
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"Future is created and negotiated, and not a slave of the past events in a person’s life, therefore, in spite of past traumatic events, a person can negotiate and implement many useful steps that are likely to lead him/her to a more satisfying life." – Insoo Kim Berg
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Europe’s Journal of Psychology
Vol. 1 No. 1 (2005)
The Personality Profile of the Drug Addict
Rascanu, Ruxandra; University of Bucharest, Bucharest, Romania
2005-02-28 00:00:00
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Personality traits as predisposing factors to addiction, or the appetite for drug. Drug addiction may be considered as a result of the intersection between product, drug and environmental factors, educational factors and those factors configuring the intimate structure of personality. Among environmental factors, the most accepted are social and economic deprivations: parent’s unemployment, poverty, limited material conditions, disorganized families by divorce or abandonment, single parent families. Living conditions in disorganized communities, excessive mobility from a community to an other, most of all though, 1-2 decades of accessibility to drugs and alcohol, group affiliation to drug users, family antecedents of alcoholism, painful traumatic events: separations, death of a close person, etc.
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Europe’s Journal of Psychology
Vol. 3 No. 1 (2007)
The Archetypal Female in Mythology and Religion: The Anima and the Mother
Relke, Joan; Dr.
Honorary Associate
Studies in Religion
School of Classics, History, and Religion
University of New England
2007-02-27 00:00:00
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Carl Jung observed that myths and religions across cultures contain common themes and entities: for example, images of the mother, father, wife, husband, lover, fool, devil, shadow, hero, saviour, and many others. The stories woven from these beings, as gods, goddesses, semi-mortals, heroes, and demons, constitute the myths and religious stories of humankind. Carl Jung postulated that these myths about such archetypal entities constitute the ‘dreams’ of cultures, and that the stories and archetypes originate in the dreams and fantasies of individuals. This study explores, in two parts, two of these archetypal entities: the anima and the mother, and how they manifest as goddesses in the myths of various cultures and sometimes combine with each other. Part one describes the two archetypes, their characteristics and manifestations, and how they can be divided into three categories or realms: goddesses of the underworld, the earth, and the sky or celestial realm. It details the difference between the anima in male consciousness and the animus in female consciousness. Using a personal dream example and Jungian theory, it then demonstrates that the anima in dreams and mythology can be relevant to women as well as men. Focusing on the anima, it then explores the underworld – the myths and entities of this shadowy realm as an expression of the unconscious mind of the individual and whole cultures. Part two extends the exploration to the animas and mothers of the earth and sky, and how in these realms, the mother excels. While this exploration focuses mainly on the primary sources from Jung, world mythology, and personal experiences and intuitions, it also draws on the work of post-Jungian thinkers such as James Hillman, Ginette Paris, Marion Woodman, and Michael Vannoy Adams.
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Europe’s Journal of Psychology
Vol. 3 No. 2 (2007)
The Archetypal Female in Mythology and Religion: The Anima and the Mother of the Earth and Sky
Relke, Joan; Dr.
Honorary Associate
Studies in Religion
School of Classics, History, and Religion
University of New England
2007-05-29 00:00:00
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For decades, Carl Gustav Jung treated many thousands of patients and explored many of the world’s mythologies and religions. His empirical and scholarly research led him to conclude that all humanity shares an instinct to produce images and concepts based on universal themes. These themes he termed archetypes, and the commonly shared instinct he called the Collective Unconscious. Of these many themes, two female archetypes, the anima and the mother, are explored in this two-part discussion. Part 1 (Relke, 2007) appeared in the last issue of Europe’s Journal of Psychology, and Part 2 appears below.
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Europe’s Journal of Psychology
Vol. 3 No. 3 (2007)
SPAARS Approach: Integrated cognitive model of emotion of Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder
Khetrapal, Neha; Centre for Behavioural and Cognitive Sciences
University of Allahabad, Allahabad, India
2007-08-31 00:00:00
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SPAARS (Schematic, Propositional, Analogical and Associative Representational Systems) is the integrated cognitive model of emotion proposed by Power & Dalgleish (1997). In SPAARS, emotions are described as appraisal based against an individual’s goals and this makes the theory functional in nature. The theory proposes two routes for the generation of emotions, namely a direct one in which the appraisals have become automatized and the other where these are still not automatized. It provides a useful approach within which both basic and complex emotions can readily be understood. The theory can also be applied for explaining the disorders of emotion and it can be used to generate novel therapeutic interventions for them. In the current review, the SPAARS approach in conjunction with the theory proposed by Nigg and Casey (2005) has been applied for understanding ADHD. According to Nigg & Casey, affective deficits in ADHD could be due to problems with either approach or avoidance emotions. These problems have been explained with the help of appraisals and reinforcement learning within the SPAARS framework. Interventions that follow logically from the SPAARS framework have also been suggested.
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Europe’s Journal of Psychology
Vol. 3 No. 3 (2007)
Psyched out by numbers: Altruism and the dangers of methodolatry
Ispas, Alexa; University of Edinburgh
2007-08-31 00:00:00
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Try to remember the last time you helped someone. It may have been a relative, a friend, or a stranger on the street. Helping may have been easy, or may have involved considerable effort. The question is: why did you help? Was it to benefit the other person, or to benefit yourself? ‘Of course I helped to benefit the other person’, most people would say.
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Europe’s Journal of Psychology
Vol. 3 No. 4 (2007)
Chuang-tze:A Positive Psychologist in Ancient China
Jun, Ren; Professor at the Psychology Department, Zhe Jiang Normal University
Yingli, Liu; Master of Psychology Department, Zhe Jiang Normal University
Tianyu, Ma; PhD student, Social Psychology Department, JiLin University
2007-11-29 00:00:00
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The positive psychological movement has played a more and more important role in the stage of psychology. Positive psychology emphasizes subject well-being and has three pillars: positive emotion, positive traits, and positive institutions. Chuang-tze was a notable thinker in the history of ancient China. His life career and his world outlook provide an important cue to the understanding of positive psychology. The unexhausted life force and lofty state of spirit in his thought strongly influence and attract people of later generation. Moreover, his brilliant exposition about value and value judgment is the vital source for us to excavate his theory of value. By means of his understanding of “Tao”, Chuang-tze put his concept into the field of value, in this way form his theory of value with the characteristic of relativism. Chuang-tze’s profound philosophy can be summarized in four phrases: “Tao as the source of the world”, “uniformity of things”, “non-action in face of nature” and “absolute freedom”. The ideal personality advocated by Chuang-tze is that of a “real man” ——the surpassing integrity of pure temperament and elevated spiritual delight untouched by the outside distractions ——which is far beyond the usual concept of life and death of this world. What is more, Chuang-tze referred some traits of real man and also talked about some ways toward real man which is the same as that of current positive psychology. Therefore, Chuang-tze can be regarded as the earliest positive psychologist in ancient China.
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Europe’s Journal of Psychology
Vol. 9 No. 1 (2013); 163-184
The Relationship Between Coronary Heart Disease (CHD) and Major Depressive Disorder (MDD): Key Mechanisms and the Role of Quality of Life
O’Neil, Adrienne; School of Medicine, Deakin University, Geelong, Australia; School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Monash University, Melbourne
2013-02-28 13:24:02
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Various trials have been conducted evaluating depression management programs for patients with Coronary Heart Disease (CHD). However, to date, the most effective way to manage this co-morbidity in the real world setting remains unclear. To better understand the past successes and failures of previous trials and subsequently develop suitable interventions that target key components of health related quality of life (HRQOL) such as mental, physical and vocational functioning, we first need to understand the mechanisms underpinning the relationship between the two conditions. This paper will draw on the key literature in this field as identified by psychiatric, medical and social sciences databases (Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials, PubMed, OVID, Medline) available up to January 2012, with the aim to conduct a narrative review which explores: the aetiological relationship between depression and CHD; its association with HRQOL; the relationship between CHD, depression and vocational functioning; and the impact of depression treatment on these outcomes. Key recommendations are made regarding the management of this prevalent co-morbidity in clinical settings.
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Europe’s Journal of Psychology
Vol. 9 No. 1 (2013); 185-203
Defining Quality of Life: A Wild-Goose Chase?
Barcaccia, Barbara; Associazione di Psicologia Cognitiva (APC), Rome
Esposito, Giuseppe; University “Tor Vergata”, Rome
Matarese, Maria; University Campus Bio-Medico, Rome
Bertolaso, Marta; University Campus Bio-Medico, Rome
Elvira, Marta; IESE Business School, University of Navarra, Pamplona
De Marinis, Maria Grazia; University Campus Bio-Medico, Rome
2013-02-28 13:24:02
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In the last decades there has been a growing interest towards the concept of “Quality of Life” (QoL), not only in the bio-medical field, but also in other areas, such as sociology, psychology, economics, philosophy, architecture, journalism, politics, environment, sports, recreation, advertisements. Nevertheless QoL does turn out to be an ambiguous and elusive concept – a precise, clear and shared definition appears to be a long way off. In this article an analysis of how QoL is interpreted and defined in various scientific articles published in the last two decades, is offered. In addition, an illustration of how widespread the use of this concept is in different fields of knowledge, the difficulties in reaching a shared understanding of QoL, the problems involved in stating clearly the construct, and a presentation of some of its conceptualizations, are provided. The importance of subjectivity in the definition of what QoL is, emerges as a key aspect. This personal and subjective dimension could be the starting point for a more thorough and holistic understanding of this concept, in which standardized sets of valid, reliable and evidence-based measures of, e.g., psychological and spiritual dimensions, are encompassed in the person’s quality of life evaluation.
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Europe’s Journal of Psychology
Vol. 9 No. 2 (2013); 385-405
A Meta-Study of Qualitative Research Into the Experience of ‘Symptoms’ and ‘Having a Diagnosis’ for People Who Have Been Given a Diagnosis of Bipolar Disorder
Russell, Leo; Clinical Psychology Service, Somerset Partnership NHS Foundation Trust, Taunton, United Kingdom
Moss, Duncan; Department of Clinical Psychology, University of Plymouth, Plymouth, United Kingdom
2013-05-31 11:08:57
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The purpose of this study is to review the current state of the literature reporting qualitative studies that depict the experiences of ‘symptoms’ and ‘having a diagnosis’ for people who have been given a diagnosis of bipolar disorder. The method attempted to combine empirical and discursive approaches and was strongly influenced by guidance from Paterson, Thorne, Canam, and Jillings (2001) on conducting a meta-review. Meta-data analysis was used to compare the studies and, subsequently, nine common themes emerged: ‘struggles with identity’, ‘loss of control’, ‘disruption, uncertainty and instability’, ‘negative impact of symptoms across life and the experience of loss’, ‘negative view of self’, ‘positive or desirable aspects of mania’, ‘struggling with the meaning of diagnosis’, ‘stigma’, and ‘acceptance and hope’. The meta-method explored and evaluated the qualitative methods that have been used to study this phenomenon, and the meta-theory considered the theoretical underpinnings and contributions of this research. The review concludes that an awareness of these themes could support clinical work with service-users and inform the development of relevant interventions such as interpersonal social rhythm therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy and mindfulness-based cognitive therapy. Further qualitative research is recommended to extend this literature base and include a greater representation of men and people living in non-westernised countries.NoteA corrected version is available in EJOP, Vol, 9 Issue 3 (2013). In the following, original version, some section headings have not been processed correctly during production.
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Europe’s Journal of Psychology
Vol. 10 No. 1 (2014); 185–203
Psychophysiological Research of Borderline Personality Disorder: Review and Implications for Biosocial Theory
Cavazzi, Tara; School of Psychology and Social Science, Faculty of Computing, Health and Science, Edith Cowan University, Perth, Australia
Becerra, Rodrigo; School of Psychology and Social Science, Faculty of Computing, Health and Science, Edith Cowan University, Perth, Australia
2014-02-28 15:14:43
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According to the Biosocial theory, Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) is developed by a biological predisposition to hyperarousal and hyperreactivity combined with an invalidating environment. Although widely supported by subjective measures, the impaired insight present in BPD may skew results, and thus psychophysiological measures have been suggested as an alternative method of examining possible biological differences in BPD. The current review aimed to critically assess psychophysiological research of BPD by electronic searching of relevant databases, with 22 articles meeting inclusion criteria. Results showed that in contrast to the hyperarousal proposed in the Biosocial theory, BPD was associated with hypoarousal and hyporeactivity to non-emotionally valenced stimuli. However, there was also evidence of BPD hyperreactivity towards negatively valenced stimuli, and impaired habituation during stressor tasks. As current psychophysiological results were inconsistent, it has been postulated that there may be possible subtypes of BPD. Further, evolutionary-based theories do not appear to adequately explain the complexity of emotion dysregulation in BPD, thus the Emotional Coherence theory has been proposed as an alternate method of conceptualising the role of psychophysiology in BPD. From the lack of clear or consistent findings, further research in the area appears necessary to determine the role of psychophysiology in BPD.
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Vol. 10 No. 2 (2014); 376–404
Trait Emotional Intelligence, Anxiety Sensitivity, and Experiential Avoidance in Stress Reactivity and Their Improvement Through Psychological Methods
Choi, Kenneth; Department of Chemical Engineering, Ryerson University, Toronto, Canada
Vickers, Kristin; Department of Psychology, Ryerson University, Toronto, Canada
Tassone, Adrianna; Department of Psychology, Ryerson University, Toronto, Canada
2014-05-28 11:29:13
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Stress pervades daily society, often with deleterious consequences for those prone to react intensely to it. Intervention techniques to attenuate stress reactivity are thus paramount. With that goal in mind, researchers have sought to identify and alter malleable psychological dispositional variables that influence stress reactivity. Trait emotional intelligence (TEI), anxiety sensitivity (AS), and experiential avoidance (EA) are increasingly receiving attention in these research efforts. The self-reported emotional component of stress reactivity has been emphasized in investigations and is our focus. Specifically, this paper overviews the role of TEI, AS, and EA in self-reported stress responses. We also discuss empirically supported psychological methods to adjust suboptimal levels of these variables in normal populations. Both psycho-educational (information, skills) and mindfulness-based interventions (specific mindfulness therapies or components) are covered. Findings include that (1) TEI, AS, and EA are each correlated with the emotional component of stress reactivity to both naturalistic and lab-based stressors; (2) preliminary support currently exists for psycho-educational intervention of TEI and AS but is lacking for EA; (3) adequate evidence supports mindfulness-based interventions to target EA, with very limited but encouraging findings suggesting mindfulness methods improve TEI and AS; and (4) although more research is needed, stress management approaches based on mindfulness may well target all three of these psychological variables and thus appear particularly promising. Encouragingly, some methods to modify dispositional variables (e.g., a mindfulness-based format of guided self-help) are easily disseminated and potentially applicable to the general public.
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Europe’s Journal of Psychology
Vol. 12 No. 4 (2016); 659-678
The Relationship Between Neurocognitive Functioning and Occupational Functioning in Bipolar Disorder: A Literature Review
Duarte, Walace; School of Psychology and Social Sciences, Edith Cowan University, Joondalup, Western Australia, Australia
Becerra, Rodrigo; School of Psychology and Social Sciences, Edith Cowan University, Joondalup, Western Australia, Australia
Cruise, Kate; School of Psychology and Social Sciences, Edith Cowan University, Joondalup, Western Australia, Australia
2016-11-18 11:34:53
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Neurocognitive impairment in Bipolar Disorder (BD) has been widely reported, even during remission. Neurocognitive impairment has been identified as a contributing factor towards unfavourable psychosocial functioning within this population. The objective of this review was to investigate the association between neurocognitive impairment and occupational functioning in BD. A literature review of English-language journal articles from January 1990 to November 2013 was undertaken utilising the PsychINFO, Scopus and Web of Knowledge databases. Studies that made specific reference to occupational outcomes were included, and those that reported on global psychosocial measures were excluded. Majority of the papers reviewed (20 out of 23) identified an association between neurocognitive impairment (particularly in executive functioning, verbal learning and memory, processing speed and attention) and occupational functioning. Several methodological issues were identified. There was a discrepancy in the measures used to assess neurocognitive function across studies and also the definition and measurement of occupational functioning. The clinical features of the samples varied across studies, and confounding variables were intermittently controlled. The review focused on English-language papers only and hence there is a bias toward the Western labour market. These limitations therefore influence the generalizability of the interpreted findings and the reliability of comparisons across studies. Neurocognitive impairment in BD appears to play a role in occupational outcomes. The findings of this review highlight the challenges for future research in this area, particularly in the measurement of neurocognitive and occupational functioning. Incorporating neurocognitive interventions in the treatment of BD, which has traditionally focussed solely on symptomatic recovery, may advance the vocational rehabilitation of these patients.
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Europe’s Journal of Psychology
Vol. 11 No. 3 (2015); 522-534
Historical Techniques of Lie Detection
Vicianova, Martina; Pavol Jozef Šafárik University in Košice, Košice, Slovakia
2015-08-20 16:33:13
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Since time immemorial, lying has been a part of everyday life. For this reason, it has become a subject of interest in several disciplines, including psychology. The purpose of this article is to provide a general overview of the literature and thinking to date about the evolution of lie detection techniques. The first part explores ancient methods recorded circa 1000 B.C. (e.g., God’s judgment in Europe). The second part describes technical methods based on sciences such as phrenology, polygraph and graphology. This is followed by an outline of more modern-day approaches such as FACS (Facial Action Coding System), functional MRI, and Brain Fingerprinting. Finally, after the familiarization with the historical development of techniques for lie detection, we discuss the scope for new initiatives not only in the area of designing new methods, but also for the research into lie detection itself, such as its motives and regulatory issues related to deception.
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Europe’s Journal of Psychology
Vol. 11 No. 3 (2015); 535-556
Improving Patient Outcomes: Effectively Training Healthcare Staff in Psychological Practice Skills: A Mixed Systematic Literature Review
Garzonis, Katherine; Department of Clinical, Educational and Health Psychology, University College London, London, United Kingdom
Mann, Eryn; Saint Andrew's Healthcare, Northampton, United Kingdom
Wyrzykowska, Aleksandra; Department of Psychology and Behavioural Sciences, Coventry University, Coventry, United Kingdom
Kanellakis, Pavlo; Kanellakis and Associates, London, United Kingdom
2015-08-20 16:33:13
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Training is an important part of modern European healthcare services and is often cited as a way to improve care quality. To date, various training methods have been used to impart skills relevant to psychological practice in a variety of mental health professionals. However, patient outcomes are rarely used in evaluating the effectiveness of the different training methods used, making it difficult to assess true utility. In the present review, we consider methods of training that can effectively impact trainee and patient outcomes. To do so, PubMed, PsycNET, Scopus, CENTRAL and ERIC were searched for studies on training of healthcare staff in psychological practice approaches. In total, 24 studies were identified (16 quantitative and 8 qualitative). For the most part, group, individual, and web-based training was used. A variety of health professionals were trained in skills including ‘communication’, ‘diagnosis’, and ‘referral’ to name but a few. In the majority of studies staff skill level improved. These findings hold implications for the design, implementation, and evaluation of training for mental healthcare staff.
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Europe’s Journal of Psychology
Vol. 13 No. 3 (2017); 573-598
Mindfulness-Based Treatment for Bipolar Disorder: A Systematic Review of the Literature
Bojic, Sanja; School of Psychology & Social Science, Edith Cowan University, Perth, Australia
Becerra, Rodrigo; School of Psychology & Social Science, Edith Cowan University, Perth, Australia
2017-08-31 14:45:40
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Despite the increasing number of studies examining the effects of mindfulness interventions on symptoms associated with Bipolar Disorder (BD), the effectiveness of this type of interventions remains unclear. The aim of the present systematic review was to (i) critically review all available evidence on Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) as a form of intervention for BD; (ii) discuss clinical implications of MBCT in treating patients with BD; and (iii) provide a direction for future research. The review presents findings from 13 studies (N = 429) that fulfilled the following selection criteria: (i) included BD patients; (ii) presented results separately for BD patients and control groups (where a control group was available); (iii) implemented MBCT intervention; (iv) were published in English; (v) were published in a peer reviewed journal; and (vi) reported results for adult participants. Although derived from a relatively small number of studies, results from the present review suggest that MBCT is a promising treatment in BD in conjunction with pharmacotherapy. MBCT in BD is associated with improvements in cognitive functioning and emotional regulation, reduction in symptoms of anxiety depression and mania symptoms (when participants had residual manic symptoms prior to MBCT). These, treatment gains were maintained at 12 month follow up when mindfulness was practiced for at least 3 days per week or booster sessions were included. Additionally, the present review outlined some limitations of the current literature on MBCT interventions in BD, including small study sample sizes, lack of active control groups and idiosyncratic modifications to the MBCT intervention across studies. Suggestions for future research included focusing on factors underlying treatment adherence and understanding possible adverse effects of MBCT, which could be of crucial clinical importance.
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2020-08-28T13:38:56Z
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Europe’s Journal of Psychology
Vol. 13 No. 2 (2017); 352-365
The Meaning of Voices in Understanding and Treating Psychosis: Moving Towards Intervention Informed by Collaborative Formulation
Lonergan, Aoife; Department of Psychology, University College Dublin, Dublin, Ireland
2017-05-31 09:22:39
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From a medical perspective, hearing voices is perceived as a symptom of mental illness and their content as largely irrelevant. The effectiveness of antipsychotic medication has made it central to the treatment of psychosis. However pharmacological treatment alone is rarely sufficient for this disabling condition. This review examined the feasibility of formulating an understanding of the meaning of voices in psychosis to inform intervention. Examination of the literature demonstrated the need for a paradigm shift to a recovery model, drawing on biopsychosocial factors in formulating an understanding of the meaning of voices in the context of a person’s life. Providing the opportunity to talk about their experiences may aid the development of an interpersonally coherent narrative representing opportunities for psychological growth. Findings have implications for treatment planning and assessment of outcome. Collaborative formulation regarding the subjective meaning of voices may aid in understanding their development and maintenance and guide intervention. Hearing voices with reduced negative effects on wellbeing and functioning may reduce distress and improve quality of life even in the presence of voices. CFT, CBT, Relating Therapy and Open Dialogue may be effective in applying these principles. Findings are limited by the lack of controlled studies. Further controlled studies and qualitative explorations of individual experiences are recommended.
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2020-08-28T09:03:09Z
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Europe’s Journal of Psychology
Vol. 14 No. 1 (2018); 254-286
Social Support and Symptom Severity Among Patients With Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder or Panic Disorder With Agoraphobia: A Systematic Review
Palardy, Véronique; Department of Psychology, Université du Québec à Montréal, Montreal, Canada
El-Baalbaki, Ghassan; Department of Psychology, Université du Québec à Montréal, Montreal, Canada; Faculty of Medicine, McGill University, Montreal, Canada
Fredette, Catherine; Department of Psychology, Université du Québec à Montréal, Montreal, Canada
Rizkallah, Elias; Department of Sociology, Université du Québec à Montréal, Montreal, Canada
Guay, Stéphane; School of Criminology, Université de Montréal, Montreal, Canada; Institut Universitaire en Santé Mentale de Montréal, Montreal, Canada
2018-03-12 09:35:28
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Panic disorder with or without agoraphobia (PD/A) and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) are characterized by major behavioral dysruptions that may affect patients’ social and marital functioning. The disorders’ impact on interpersonal relationships may also affect the quality of support patients receive from their social network. The main goal of this systematic review is to determine the association between social or marital support and symptom severity among adults with PD/A or OCD. A systematic search of databases was executed and provided 35 eligible articles. Results from OCD studies indicated a negative association between marital adjustment and symptom severity, and a positive association between accommodation from relatives and symptom severity. However, results were inconclusive for negative forms of social support (e.g. criticism, hostility). Results from PD/A studies indicated a negative association between perceived social support and symptom severity. Also, results from studies using an observational measure of marital adjustment indicated a negative association between quality of support from the spouse and PD/A severity. However, results were inconclusive for perceived marital adjustment and symptom severity. In conclusion, this systematic review generally suggests a major role of social and marital support in PD/A and OCD symptomatology. However, given diversity of results and methods used in studies, more are needed to clarify the links between support and symptom severity among patients with PD/A and OCD.
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Europe’s Journal of Psychology
Vol. 14 No. 1 (2018); 232-253
The Flow Engine Framework: A Cognitive Model of Optimal Human Experience
Šimleša, Milija; SBT Group, Paris, France; LATI, University Paris Descartes, Paris, France; LINEACT, CESI, Paris, France
Guegan, Jérôme; LATI, University Paris Descartes, Paris, France
Blanchard, Edouard; SBT Group, Paris, France
Tarpin-Bernard, Franck; SBT Group, Paris, France
Buisine, Stéphanie; LATI, University Paris Descartes, Paris, France; LINEACT, CESI, Paris, France
2018-03-12 09:35:28
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Flow is a well-known concept in the fields of positive and applied psychology. Examination of a large body of flow literature suggests there is a need for a conceptual model rooted in a cognitive approach to explain how this psychological phenomenon works. In this paper, we propose the Flow Engine Framework, a theoretical model explaining dynamic interactions between rearranged flow components and fundamental cognitive processes. Using an IPO framework (Inputs – Processes – Outputs) including a feedback process, we organize flow characteristics into three logically related categories: inputs (requirements for flow), mediating and moderating cognitive processes (attentional and motivational mechanisms) and outputs (subjective and objective outcomes), describing the process of the flow. Comparing flow with an engine, inputs are depicted as flow-fuel, core processes cylinder strokes and outputs as power created to provide motion.
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Europe’s Journal of Psychology
Vol. 14 No. 1 (2018); 188-231
Why Is Working Memory Performance Unstable? A Review of 21 Factors
Blasiman, Rachael N.; Kent State University, Kent, OH, USA
Was, Christopher A.; Kent State University, Kent, OH, USA
2018-03-12 09:35:28
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In this paper, we systematically reviewed twenty-one factors that have been shown to either vary with or influence performance on working memory (WM) tasks. Specifically, we review previous work on the influence of intelligence, gender, age, personality, mental illnesses/medical conditions, dieting, craving, stress/anxiety, emotion/motivation, stereotype threat, temperature, mindfulness training, practice, bilingualism, musical training, altitude/hypoxia, sleep, exercise, diet, psychoactive substances, and brain stimulation on WM performance. In addition to a review of the literature, we suggest several frameworks for classifying these factors, identify shared mechanisms between several variables, and suggest areas requiring further investigation. This review critically examines the breadth of research investigating WM while synthesizing the results across related subfields in psychology.
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Europe’s Journal of Psychology
Vol. 14 No. 2 (2018); 498-514
Therapists’ Experiences in Their Work With Sex Offenders and People With Pedophilia: A Literature Review
Hardeberg Bach, Maria; Department of Psychology, Southern University of Denmark, Odense, Denmark
Demuth, Carolin; Department of Communication and Psychology, Aalborg University, Aalborg, Denmark
2018-06-19 13:25:53
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This article presents a review of the literature that pertains to the experiences of therapists who work directly with child sex offenders and/or people with pedophilia. We draw together results from studies that attempted to identify how therapists experience such work and how they were personally impacted by it. Usually, such studies are embedded within one of the following theoretical frameworks: Secondary traumatic stress, compassion fatigue, vicarious traumatization and burnout. Most literature on the topic has therefore sought to determine to what extent and why, work-related stress responses may occur among these therapists. The aim of this paper is therefore to provide insight into this, arguably, important line of research, while evaluating the current knowledge as well as providing recommendations for future research efforts.
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Europe’s Journal of Psychology
Vol. 14 No. 2 (2018); 485-497
Singleness, Religiosity, and the Implications for Counselors: The Indonesian Case
Himawan, Karel Karsten; Faculty of Medicine, University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia; Faculty of Psychology, Universitas Pelita Harapan, Tangerang, Indonesia
Bambling, Matthew; Faculty of Medicine, University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia
Edirippulige, Sisira; Centre for Online Health, University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia
2018-06-19 13:25:53
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This paper explores the unique role of religiosity in assisting Indonesian singles (extensively refer to those who are never married) and how it relates to the counseling and therapeutic practices with never-married clients. Whereas the role of religiosity has been drawn into scholarly attention for its effectiveness in dealing with many situations that are particularly related to social stigma, little is known regarding its role in assisting singles to overcoming stigma due to their singleness. Indonesian society regards marriage as a social achievement and this perception places singles in an undervalued position. On the contrary, the society regards positively those who demonstrate religious attributes. Therefore, religiosity is a potential factor that mediates social perception of singles who attach themselves to religious attributes (such as: religious symbols and rituals). Using database search methodology, this paper presents an overview of how religiosity assists singles in overcoming their challenges and discusses the implications of those dynamics in counseling settings.
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Europe’s Journal of Psychology
Vol. 15 No. 3 (2019); 637-649
Interventions for Reducing Suicide Risk in Cancer Patients: A Literature Review
Bulotiene, Giedre; Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, National Cancer Institute, Vilnius, Lithuania
Pociute, Kamile; Clinic of Psychiatry, Institute of Clinical Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Vilnius University, Vilnius, Lithuania
2019-09-27 00:00:00
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The suicide risk of people diagnosed with cancer is two times higher than the general population. The number of cases of diagnosed cancer is estimated to rise by 70% over the next two decades. Evidence-based prevention strategies are necessary to protect this vulnerable group of individuals. The purpose of this review was to find out the risk factors of suicide and which types of interventions can serve as prevention strategies. Psychosocial interventions, pharmacotherapy and physical activity can play a preventive role in reducing psychosocial and physical risk factors, such as mental disorders, poor social support, poor performance status and pain. Further research is needed to develop effective suicide prevention strategies for cancer patients.
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Europe’s Journal of Psychology
Vol. 15 No. 4 (2019); 858-877
Systematic Review of the Proposed Associations between Physical Exercise and Creative Thinking
Frith, Emily; Exercise & Memory Laboratory, Department of Health, Exercise Science and Recreation Management, The University of Mississippi, University, MS, United States
Ryu, Seungho; Health and Sports Analytics Laboratory, Department of Health, Exercise Science and Recreation Management, The University of Mississippi, University, MS, United States
Kang, Minsoo; Health and Sports Analytics Laboratory, Department of Health, Exercise Science and Recreation Management, The University of Mississippi, University, MS, United States
Loprinzi, Paul D.; Exercise & Memory Laboratory, Department of Health, Exercise Science and Recreation Management, The University of Mississippi, University, MS, United States
2019-12-19 00:00:00
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The objective of this study was to evaluate the association between physical exercise and creative thinking. A systematic review approach was employed by searching PubMed, Google Scholar and PsychInfo databases. Among the evaluated 13 studies, 92% indicated a beneficial relationship. However, 77% were vulnerable to moderate-high risk for methodological bias, suggesting adherence to standardized and controlled research initiatives should be promoted. There appears to be weak to modest support for acute, moderate-intensity exercise to benefit creativity. Exercise timing relative to creativity assessment protocols should be addressed and further detailed. Creativity scoring procedures must be refined, and an increased focus on the motivational components of exercise may help guide researchers in measuring creative thoughts and behavior. Broader concluding claims that creativity, in general, is improved or impaired by exercise, is as problematic as sweeping statements that exercise improves or impairs a measure as dynamic as intelligence. Scientific inquiries must specify precisely which outcome characteristics are changing in line with research interventions. This review identifies several fallible linkages between physical activity and creativity. Too few studies were conducted on strong methodological foundations, perpetuating the risk for undermining or inaccurately inflating the potential association between exercise and creative thinking behavior.
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Europe’s Journal of Psychology
Vol. 17 No. 2 (2021); 131-145
Shame and Self-Esteem: A Meta-Analysis
Budiarto, Yohanes; Faculty of Psychology, Universitas Gadjah Mada, Yogyakarta, Indonesia; Faculty of Psychology, Universitas Tarumanagara, Jakarta, Indonesia
Helmi, Avin Fadilla; Faculty of Psychology, Universitas Gadjah Mada, Yogyakarta, Indonesia
2021-05-31 00:00:00
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Scholars agree that shame has many effects related to psychological functioning declines, and one among others is the fluctuation of self-esteem. However, the association between shame and self-esteem requires further studies. Heterogeneity studies due to different measurements, various sample characteristics, and potential missing research findings may result in uncertain conclusions. This study aimed to explore the relationship between shame and self-esteem by meta-analysis to come up with evidence of heterogeneity and publication bias of the study. Eighteen studies from the initial 235 articles involving the term shame and self-esteem were studied using the random-effects model. A total of 578 samples were included in the study. The overall effect size estimate between shame and self-esteem (r = −.64) indicates that shame correlates negatively with self-esteem and is large effect size. The result showed that heterogeneity study was found (I² = 95.093%). The Meta-regression showed that age moderated the relationship between shame and self-esteem (p = .002), while clinical sample characteristics (p = .232) and study quality (p = .184) did not affect the overall effect size.
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Europe’s Journal of Psychology
Vol. 18 No. 1 (2022): February; 98-119
Integrative Review of the Recent Literature on Human Resilience: From Concepts, Theories, and Discussions Towards a Complex Understanding
Métais, Clément; EA 4360, APEMAC - UDL, Metz, France;
F3S, University of Strasbourg, Strasbourg, France
Burel, Nicolas; Teaching and Research Unit in Physical Education and Sport (UER-EPS), University of Teacher Education, Lausanne, Switzerland;
SENS-EA.3742, Université Grenoble Alpes, Grenoble, France
Gillham, Jane E.; Psychology Department, Swarthmore College, Swarthmore, PA, USA
Tarquinio, Cyril; EA 4360, APEMAC - UDL, Metz, France
Martin-Krumm, Charles; EA 4360, APEMAC - UDL, Metz, France;
Laboratoire de Psychologie de l'Ecole de Psychologues Praticiens, Paris, France;
IRBA, Brétigny, France
2022-02-25 00:00:00
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Resilience may be viewed as the capacity of an individual, or perhaps of a dynamic system, to adjust and adapt positively to adversities and disruptions that impact one’s functioning and development. Yet a common statement in the literature is that there are still today numerous ways of defining and conceiving resilience. This multiplicity of approaches calls for clarification and generates a need of common theoretical ground. Therefore, this review aims to examine, to clarify and to synthesize how “human” resilience is conceptualized within the recent human sciences literature to help answer the question: ‘What are the key approaches, concepts, and definitions of resilience?”. Following Whittemore and Knafl (2005, https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1365-2648.2005.03621.x) methods, an integrative review of the recent resilience literature (2013–2019) was undertaken. Four databases were used for the search: PsycINFO, PubMed, ERIC, Google Scholar. A reference and citation tracking was then performed on the papers identified. Sixty-nine papers passed all the stages (identification, screening, eligibility, inclusion) and formed the sample. Results show that resilience definitions are nowadays either about “adapting and bouncing back to previous levels of health” or about “thriving and rising above the adversity towards increased levels of health.” Results also show that resilience features—antecedents, mechanisms, consequences—are mainly conceptualized in a vertical sequence where an antecedent influences another or influences a mechanism leading to consequences. This paper concludes that modern conceptions can fit within a transactional and constructivist approach that goes beyond the former approaches by providing a more nuanced and realistic picture of the resilience process and by viewing it as a dynamic and person-situation-defined process.
oai:journals.psychopen.eu:article/4665
2022-08-31T09:12:39Z
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2022-08-31T09:12:39Z
Europe’s Journal of Psychology
Vol. 18 No. 3 (2022): August; 337–349
Refugee Mothers Mental Health and Social Support Needs: A Systematic Review of Interventions for Refugee Mothers
Abi Zeid Daou, Kim Roger ; McGill University, Montréal, Québec, Canada
2022-08-31 00:00:00
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Refugee mothers endure and are at risk for depression, post-traumatic stress, suicidality, and anxiety. There is a gap in the literature regarding interventions for refugee mothers’ mental health and well-being. Interventions involving refugee mothers rarely provide adequate support for refugee mothers’ specific mental health needs and challenges. This paper presents empirical evidence to contextualize the risks refugee mothers face, such as gender-based violence, mental health challenges, and language barriers. Then, the paper provides a critical systematic review of interventions conducted with refugee mothers. The critical systematic review suggests that creating and providing a safe space, being a linguistic liaison, community-building, and advocating for refugee mothers’ needs are emergent protective factors for refugee mothers. Finally, based on the review, recommendations for future interventions followed.
oai:journals.psychopen.eu:article/6407
2022-11-30T18:03:25Z
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2022-11-30T18:03:25Z
Europe’s Journal of Psychology
Vol. 18 No. 4 (2022): November; 476–493
Supports and Interventions for Carers of a Person with Depressive or Anxiety Symptomology: A Systematic Review
Fitzgeraldson, Elloyse; University of Newcastle, Newcastle, Australia;
Everymind, Newcastle, Australia
Kay-Lambkin, Frances; University of Newcastle, Newcastle, Australia;
NHMRC Centre for Research Excellence in Mental Health & Substance Abuse, Macquarie University, Sydney, Australia;
Hunter Medical Research Institute, Newcastle, Australia;
Centre for Brain and Mental Health Priority Research Centre, University of Newcastle, Newcastle, Australia;
Society for Mental Health Research, Victoria, Australia;
International Society for Research on Internet Interventions, Sanford, NC, USA
Harding, Natasha; University of Newcastle, Newcastle, Australia;
Everymind, Newcastle, Australia
McNaughton, Kimie M.; University of Newcastle, Newcastle, Australia;
Hunter Medical Research Institute, Newcastle, Australia;
Centre for Brain and Mental Health Priority Research Centre, University of Newcastle, Newcastle, Australia
Triandafilidis, Zoi; University of Newcastle, Newcastle, Australia;
Centre for Brain and Mental Health Priority Research Centre, University of Newcastle, Newcastle, Australia
Heath, Jacinta; Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service, Hunter New England Health, Sydney, Australia
Lyford, Bronte; University of Newcastle, Newcastle, Australia;
Everymind, Newcastle, Australia
Charnley, Janine; University of Newcastle, Newcastle, Australia;
Hunter Medical Research Institute, Newcastle, Australia;
Centre for Brain and Mental Health Priority Research Centre, University of Newcastle, Newcastle, Australia;
Society for Mental Health Research, Victoria, Australia
Fitzpatrick, Sally; University of Newcastle, Newcastle, Australia;
Everymind, Newcastle, Australia;
Centre for Emotional Health, Macquarie University, Sydney, Australia
2022-11-30 00:00:00
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An increasing body of research attests to the capacity of evidence-based interventions to improve outcomes for informal carers. A review of suitable supports and interventions for carers of a person with depressive or anxiety symptomology is timely. This systematic review explores intervention suitability evidence for this carer group. Searches for relevant primary studies were conducted in six databases across a 15-year timeframe (October 2004–October 2019). Studies were assessed and compared narratively and thematically. Qualitative themes were synthesised with quantitative studies to explore the extent to which carer preferences were embedded in interventions. The initial literature search produced 13,183 studies. Six studies—three randomised controlled trials (RCTs) and three mixed-method studies—were included following a double-blinded screening process, a review of reference lists and risk of bias assessment. Included studies contributed either intervention efficacy or acceptability evidence. The synthesis of qualitative themes with quantitative studies found that carer-specific needs and targeted psychoeducation were featured in interventions from all six quantitative studies. Current evidence for appropriate supports and interventions for this carer group is limited. The review uncovers a lack of interventions for carers of a person with anxiety symptomology and limited intervention suitability evidence for carers of a person with depressive symptomology. More research is needed to explore the needs and preferences of this carer group, and how best to support them.
oai:journals.psychopen.eu:article/6831
2023-02-28T08:12:03Z
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2023-02-28T08:12:03Z
Europe’s Journal of Psychology
Vol. 19 No. 1 (2023): February; 79-99
A Systematic Review of Adolescent Flourishing
Waigel, Nicole C.; Centro Interdisciplinario de Investigaciones en Ciencias de la Salud y del Comportamiento (CIICSAC), Universidad Adventista del Plata. Libertador San Martín, Entre Ríos, Argentina
Lemos, Viviana N.; Centro Interdisciplinario de Investigaciones en Ciencias de la Salud y del Comportamiento (CIICSAC), Universidad Adventista del Plata. Libertador San Martín, Entre Ríos, Argentina;
Consejo Nacional de Investigaciones Científicas y Técnicas (CONICET), Buenos Aires, Argentina
2023-02-28 00:00:00
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Traditionally, the study of well-being has been approached from the hedonic and eudaimonic perspectives. However, the last findings suggest that both aspects are complementary, giving place to an integrated conceptualization of well-being called flourishing. In spite of the constant increase of research around this construct, there is still little information regarding flourishing in adolescents. The objective of this study is to review the available literature on flourishing in adolescence in relation to its tie with other constructs, its study in different contexts and the way it has been operationalized. The selection of the studies was conducted in two phases. First, it was verified that the exclusion and selection criteria were met. Then, an evaluation of the quality of the pre-selected studies was carried out. The data were synthesized through the thematic synthesis method. For the results, 28 empirical studies were selected. Four thematic axes were identified: (a) Flourishing in different contexts, (b) Flourishing in regards to other results and positive psychological characteristics and/or their negative counterpart, (c) Flourishing and psychosocial vulnerability, and (d) indicators for the evaluation of flourishing. Suggestions are provided with the goal of consolidating the science of human flourishing.
oai:journals.psychopen.eu:article/12131
2024-02-29T09:06:38Z
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2024-02-29T09:06:38Z
Europe’s Journal of Psychology
Vol. 20 No. 1 (2024): February; 63-77
Social Support and Adherence to Self-Care Behavior Among Patients With Coronary Heart Disease and Heart Failure: A Systematic Review
Babygeetha, Athira; Department of Applied Psychology, Pondicherry University, Puducherry, India
Devineni, Dhanalakshmi; Department of Applied Psychology, Pondicherry University, Puducherry, India
2024-02-29 00:00:00
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Cardiovascular diseases stand out as the foremost cause of mortality on a global scale and encompass conditions that require long term self-care. Coronary heart disease and heart failure are two cardiovascular conditions that require significant lifestyle modifications. Adherence to self-care is a multifaceted phenomenon, and is influenced by various factors that include social, economic, disease-related and healthcare system-related factors. A key factor in adherence to self-care in chronic illnesses is social support. To explore this relationship between social support and adherence to self-care, a systematic review was carried out across Scopus, EBSCO host and ProQuest from October 2022 to February 2023 using predefined search criteria. Studies from inception to February 2023 were considered for the review, ultimately incorporating a total of 11 studies. Six studies had an adult population with coronary heart disease while the remaining five had adults with heart failure. All the studies reported a significant positive correlation between social support and adherence to self-care. Our findings revealed that social support plays a significant role in promoting self-care, emphasizing the need for a holistic understanding of self-care to develop effective interventions. Along with self-report measures, objective measures should be used to assess adherence accurately. There is a need for scales that assess all aspects of self-care, as well as the development of new interventions and teaching strategies to facilitate the individual’s self-care journey. In addition, family members and trusted resources should be involved in encouraging self-care, and interventions should target both patients and their family members.