Ioannis Adamopoulos, Antonios Valamontes, Panagiotis Tsirkas, George Dounias
{"title":"Predicting Workplace Hazard, Stress and Burnout Among Public Health Inspectors: An AI-Driven Analysis in the Context of Climate Change.","authors":"Ioannis Adamopoulos, Antonios Valamontes, Panagiotis Tsirkas, George Dounias","doi":"10.3390/ejihpe15050065","DOIUrl":"10.3390/ejihpe15050065","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>The increasing severity of climate-related workplace hazards challenges occupational health and safety, particularly for Public Health and Safety Inspectors. Exposure to extreme temperatures, air pollution, and high-risk environments heightens immediate physical threats and long-term burnout. This study employs Artificial Intelligence (AI)-driven predictive analytics and secondary data analysis to assess hazards and forecast burnout risks. Machine learning models, including eXtreme Gradient Boosting (XGBoost 3.0), Random Forest, Autoencoders, and Long Short-Term Memory (LSTMs), achieved 85-90% accuracy in hazard prediction, reducing workplace incidents by 35% over six months. Burnout risk analysis identified key predictors: physical hazard exposure (β = 0.76, <i>p</i> < 0.01), extended work hours (>10 h/day, +40% risk), and inadequate training (β = 0.68, <i>p</i> < 0.05). Adaptive workload scheduling and fatigue monitoring reduced burnout prevalence by 28%. Real-time environmental data improved hazard detection, while Natural Language Processing (NLP)-based text mining identified stress-related indicators in worker reports. The results demonstrate AI's effectiveness in workplace safety, predicting, classifying, and mitigating risks. Reinforcement learning-based adaptive monitoring optimizes workforce well-being. Expanding predictive-driven occupational health frameworks to broader industries could enhance safety protocols, ensuring proactive risk mitigation. Future applications include integrating biometric wearables and real-time physiological monitoring to improve predictive accuracy and strengthen occupational resilience.</p>","PeriodicalId":30631,"journal":{"name":"European Journal of Investigation in Health Psychology and Education","volume":"15 5","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":3.0,"publicationDate":"2025-04-22","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12109726/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144152113","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Andrés Ramírez, Luis Burgos-Benavides, Jessica Vanessa Quito-Calle, Hugo Sinchi-Sinchi, Javier Herrero Díez, Francisco Javier Rodríguez-Díaz
{"title":"Psychometric Properties of the Adverse Childhood Experiences Abuse Short Form (ACE-ASF) for Ecuadorian Youth.","authors":"Andrés Ramírez, Luis Burgos-Benavides, Jessica Vanessa Quito-Calle, Hugo Sinchi-Sinchi, Javier Herrero Díez, Francisco Javier Rodríguez-Díaz","doi":"10.3390/ejihpe15040063","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3390/ejihpe15040063","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Adverse childhood experiences, such as abuse, are a risk factor for mental health and poor socio-emotional development in adulthood. Assessing these experiences in specific populations allows for the identification of patterns and the implementation of preventive interventions.</p><p><strong>Objective: </strong>To evaluate the psychometric properties of the abbreviated version of the Adverse Childhood Experiences Abuse Form (ACE-ASF) in Ecuadorian youth, aiming to ensure the validity, reliability, and consistency of the instrument in accurately measuring abuse dimensions in this Ecuadorian population.</p><p><strong>Methodology: </strong>An instrumental study was conducted on the psychometric properties of the eight-item ACE-ASF, applying it to a sample of 840 university students (52.1% females and 47.9% males). The evaluation focused on analyzing the factorial structure and internal consistency of the instrument in this sample.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The two-factor model showed a satisfactory fit across all levels of invariance (configural, metric, scalar, and strict), with acceptable fit indices (CFI, TLI, GFI, RMSEA, and SRMR). The internal consistency was adequate, as assessed using the McDonald's omega and Cronbach's alpha coefficients. Convergent and discriminant validity were confirmed using the AVE and HTMT indices, ensuring proper differentiation between the dimensions assessed.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>The ACE-ASF proved to be a valid and reliable instrument for assessing abuse experiences in Ecuadorian youth. Its two-factor structure reflects distinct yet related dimensions, providing a useful tool for identifying adverse childhood experiences in this population.</p>","PeriodicalId":30631,"journal":{"name":"European Journal of Investigation in Health Psychology and Education","volume":"15 4","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":3.0,"publicationDate":"2025-04-16","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12025786/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144064880","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Teachers' Perceptions and Preparedness for Teaching English as a Foreign Language to Students with Developmental Dyslexia: A Systematic Review.","authors":"Vasiliki Folia, Afroditi Malisiova","doi":"10.3390/ejihpe15040064","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3390/ejihpe15040064","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Students with developmental dyslexia (DD) face significant challenges when learning English as a foreign language (EFL), highlighting the need for targeted support in educational systems. EFL teachers' perceptions and preparedness regarding DD are crucial for effective instruction and improved learning outcomes in inclusive classrooms. However, no systematic review has yet explored EFL teachers' perceptions and preparedness to teach students with DD. This systematic review, conducted in accordance with the PRISMA guidelines, examines existing research between 2005 and 2025 on EFL teachers' perceptions and preparedness to teach students with DD. Studies were retrieved from databases including APA PsycNet, Crossref, ERIC, ProQuest, PubMed, and Scopus databases. Of 17,798 results, 16 studies met the inclusion criteria. The findings reveal mixed EFL teachers' perceptions toward DD and inadequate training specific to DD. Moreover, practical teaching strategies and targeted interventions remain underrepresented in the literature. Most teachers lack formal DD-specific training, leading to insufficient classroom support. This review emphasizes the urgent need for improved in-service training and the development of effective resources. Future research should prioritize developing and evaluating practical teaching strategies and professional development programs on teacher preparedness in EFL contexts.</p>","PeriodicalId":30631,"journal":{"name":"European Journal of Investigation in Health Psychology and Education","volume":"15 4","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":3.0,"publicationDate":"2025-04-16","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12026348/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144048204","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Jean-François Bureau, Ariane J Gauthier, Shanna With, Audrey-Ann Deneault, Nicole Racine, Simon G Beaudry, Steve Lorteau, Luc G Pelletier
{"title":"Satisfied and Secured-An Integration of Self-Determination Theory and Attachment Theory in the Environmental Domain.","authors":"Jean-François Bureau, Ariane J Gauthier, Shanna With, Audrey-Ann Deneault, Nicole Racine, Simon G Beaudry, Steve Lorteau, Luc G Pelletier","doi":"10.3390/ejihpe15040062","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3390/ejihpe15040062","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>While environmental motivation research has investigated several factors that can facilitate and promote the adoption of pro-environmental behaviors, questions remain on how individuals can be brought to change their behaviors and habits. In the current study, we draw on attachment theory and self-determination theory to better understand why motivational interventions meant to increase pro-environmental behaviors are ineffective for some individuals. Using a person-centered approach, our analysis uncovered four latent profiles characterized by varying levels of attachment insecurity and basic psychological need satisfaction. Further analysis suggests that these four profiles are associated with distinct motivational pathways in the environmental domain. Our results suggest that self-determined motivation is a direct predictor of pro-environmental behaviors solely for individuals from the secure attachment and high-need satisfaction profile. This association was not observed in individuals arising from insecure attachment and low-need satisfaction profiles, suggesting that the association between motivation and pro-environmental behaviors commonly reported in the literature might be moderated by one's social environment. Implications for motivation researchers and policymakers are discussed, such as the relevance of considering attachment when designing motivational interventions in the environmental domain.</p>","PeriodicalId":30631,"journal":{"name":"European Journal of Investigation in Health Psychology and Education","volume":"15 4","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":3.0,"publicationDate":"2025-04-15","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12025379/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144051171","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Asamaporn Treearpornwong, Thiyaporn Kantathanawat, Mai Charoentham, Paitoon Pimdee, Aukkapong Sukkamart
{"title":"Enhancing Psychological Well-Being Assessment Through Data Mining: A Case Study from Thailand.","authors":"Asamaporn Treearpornwong, Thiyaporn Kantathanawat, Mai Charoentham, Paitoon Pimdee, Aukkapong Sukkamart","doi":"10.3390/ejihpe15040061","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3390/ejihpe15040061","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>This study examines the psychological well-being (PWB) of lower secondary school students in Bangkok's Secondary Educational Service Area Offices (SESAO) 1 and 2, using data mining techniques to analyze key influencing factors and develop a culturally adapted PWB questionnaire. The research framework is based on six components: autonomy, environmental mastery, personal growth, positive relationships, life purpose, and self-acceptance. Data were collected from 2543 students in the 2023 academic year and analyzed using the Waikato Environment for Knowledge Analysis (WEKA) program and the JRip rule-based classification model. Results indicate that personal growth is the most predictive in the classification performance of PWB, followed by positive relationships and life purpose. A newly developed PWB questionnaire was tested for reliability, with the Supplied Test Set (80:20) method yielding strong performance metrics, including accuracy (90.18%), precision (69.00%), recall (90.90%), and F-measure (78.40%). This study demonstrates data mining's effectiveness in identifying factors influencing adolescent PWB within the Thai context. The findings provide educators and policymakers with insights for fostering student well-being and contribute to research by offering a validated, culturally relevant assessment tool.</p>","PeriodicalId":30631,"journal":{"name":"European Journal of Investigation in Health Psychology and Education","volume":"15 4","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":3.0,"publicationDate":"2025-04-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12025601/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144062451","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Orna Braun-Lewensohn, Tehila Kalagy, Sarah Abu-Kaf
{"title":"Have Coping Resources and Trust in State Institutions Helped Jews and Arabs to Overcome Stress During the Iron Swords War?","authors":"Orna Braun-Lewensohn, Tehila Kalagy, Sarah Abu-Kaf","doi":"10.3390/ejihpe15040059","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3390/ejihpe15040059","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>The events of 7 October 2023 and the subsequent Iron Swords War have profoundly impacted Israeli society, leaving both Jewish and Arab populations exposed to unprecedented levels of violence and uncertainty. This study examined the roles of trust in state institutions and a sense of coherence (SOC) as coping resources that may mitigate psychological distress following exposure to such events. Four hundred and seventy-one participants (69.9% Jewish, 30.1% Arab) filled out a questionnaire that addressed the demographics, war exposure, trust in institutions, SOC, and mental-health outcomes. The Jewish participants reported greater exposure to war events, a stronger SOC, and less psychological distress than the Arab participants. Levels of trust in different institutions varied significantly between the groups, with Jews expressing greater trust in the military and Arabs reporting higher levels of trust in the parliament, educational system, and media. SOC protected against psychological distress among both groups. Trust in the military was associated with lower levels of distress among Jews, whereas trust in the parliament was linked to higher levels of distress among Arabs. This study highlights the need for tailored interventions that enhance the SOC and address disparities in institutional trust, to foster resilience among different sociocultural groups.</p>","PeriodicalId":30631,"journal":{"name":"European Journal of Investigation in Health Psychology and Education","volume":"15 4","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":3.0,"publicationDate":"2025-04-13","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12026089/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144050110","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Usman Ahmad Zaheer, Sofia Mastrokoukou, Claudio Longobardi, Paolo Bozzato
{"title":"Parent Attachment and Video Gaming Addiction: The Serial Mediation Role of Social Support and Maladaptive Daydreaming.","authors":"Usman Ahmad Zaheer, Sofia Mastrokoukou, Claudio Longobardi, Paolo Bozzato","doi":"10.3390/ejihpe15040060","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3390/ejihpe15040060","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Previous research has demonstrated both direct and indirect relationships between parental attachment and gaming addiction in adolescents. This study aimed to investigate the role of parental attachment in adolescent gaming addiction, specifically examining how maladaptive daydreaming and perceived social support function as mediators in this relationship. A convenience sample of 898 Italian adolescents (550 female, <i>M</i><sub>age</sub> = 14.89 years, <i>SD</i> = 1.71) completed a questionnaire that included the Inventory of Parent and Peers Attachment, the Maladaptive Daydreaming Scale, the Game Addiction Scale, and a demographic survey. Correlation analyses confirmed a negative relationship between parental attachment and gaming addiction. Mediation analyses also showed that perceived social support and maladaptive daydreaming serve as significant serial mediators in this relationship. These results emphasize the importance of both factors in understanding how parental attachment influences gaming addiction. Adolescents exhibiting gaming addiction is caused by low perceived social support and maladaptive daydreaming may benefit from psychological interventions targeting adaptive regulation strategies. Strengthening the sense of security and self-confidence through such interventions may help to reduce excessive gaming behaviors.</p>","PeriodicalId":30631,"journal":{"name":"European Journal of Investigation in Health Psychology and Education","volume":"15 4","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":3.0,"publicationDate":"2025-04-13","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12025700/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144013820","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Lost in Thought or Just Lonely? Everyday Cognitive Competence in Middle Adulthood.","authors":"Luka Juras, Marina Martincevic, Andrea Vranic","doi":"10.3390/ejihpe15040058","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3390/ejihpe15040058","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Everyday cognitive competence refers to the ability to manage cognitively demanding tasks essential for maintaining functional independence. While cognitive abilities are well explored in explaining individual differences in everyday cognitive competence, growing attention has been directed toward the impact of non-cognitive factors like loneliness. This study aims to investigate how executive function (EF) components-updating, inhibition, and task shifting-predict everyday cognitive competence and whether loneliness explains the additional variance beyond EF processes. To account for the multifaceted nature of everyday cognitive competence, both performance-based (Everyday Problems Test-EPT) and self-reported measures (Cognitive Failures Questionnaire-CFQ) were administrated. The sample included 176 middle-aged adults (ages 43-65), a group suitable for investigating predictors of everyday cognitive competence in the early stages of cognitive aging. The findings reveal that updating is a significant predictor of the performance on the EPT, while loneliness is not. When self-reported cognitive lapses are considered, loneliness emerges as a significant predictor. The lack of a relationship between the EPT and CFQ, along with their differing associations with EF, loneliness, and sociodemographic factors, suggests they assess distinct aspects of everyday cognitive competence. This highlights the need for a multidimensional assessment framework to gain a comprehensive understanding of everyday cognitive competence in middle-aged adults.</p>","PeriodicalId":30631,"journal":{"name":"European Journal of Investigation in Health Psychology and Education","volume":"15 4","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":3.0,"publicationDate":"2025-04-10","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12025566/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144022072","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Frustrated Teachers: An REBT Intervention to Reduce Frustration Discomfort in Middle School Teachers-A Quasi-Experimental Study.","authors":"Claudia Lupuleac, Darian Faur, Florin Alin Sava","doi":"10.3390/ejihpe15040057","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3390/ejihpe15040057","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Teaching requires sustained emotional effort from educators, and the gap between reality and teachers' expectations regarding student engagement can negatively affect their psychological well-being. The current research implemented a program to reduce their frustration discomfort. The main objective was to investigate the effectiveness of an intervention program based on the Rational-Emotive Behavioral Therapy (REBT) framework, specifically designed for middle school teachers. A sample of 54 teachers was gathered and conveniently divided into two equal groups: intervention and control. Participants in the intervention group participated in a weekly REBT group intervention program for six weeks, while the control group did not receive any intervention. Evaluations were conducted at four points: pretest, post-test, and follow-up assessments three and seven months after the intervention. Frustration discomfort was the primary dependent variable, while low frustration tolerance as an irrational belief, and pupil control ideology were treated as secondary dependent variables. The results indicated that the intervention effectively reduced frustration discomfort, and this positive effect was maintained during the follow-up assessments.</p>","PeriodicalId":30631,"journal":{"name":"European Journal of Investigation in Health Psychology and Education","volume":"15 4","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":3.0,"publicationDate":"2025-04-08","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12026353/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144019128","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Marialucia Cuciniello, Terry Amorese, Carl Vogel, Gennaro Cordasco, Anna Esposito
{"title":"The Development of Emotion Recognition Skills from Childhood to Adolescence.","authors":"Marialucia Cuciniello, Terry Amorese, Carl Vogel, Gennaro Cordasco, Anna Esposito","doi":"10.3390/ejihpe15040056","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3390/ejihpe15040056","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>This study investigates how the ability to recognize static facial emotional expressions changes over time, specifically through three developmental stages: childhood, preadolescence, and adolescence. A total of 301 Italian participants were involved and divided into three age groups: children (7-10 years), pre-adolescents (11-13 years), and adolescents (14-19 years). Participants completed an online emotional decoding task using images from the Child Affective Facial Expression (CAFE) database, depicting anger, disgust, fear, happiness, sadness, surprise, and neutrality, conveyed by children of different ethnicities (African American, Caucasian/European American, Latino, and Asian). Results indicated that female participants generally exhibited a higher emotion recognition accuracy than male participants. Among the emotions, happiness, surprise, and anger were the most accurately recognized, while fear was the least recognized. Adolescents demonstrated a better recognition of disgust compared to children, while pre-adolescents more poorly recognized neutrality compared to children and adolescents. Additionally, this study found that female facial expressions of disgust, sadness, and fear were more accurately recognized than male expressions, whereas male expressions of surprise and neutrality were better recognized than female expressions. Regarding the ethnicity of facial expressions, results revealed that ethnicity can be better or more poorly recognized depending on the emotion investigated, therefore presenting very heterogeneous models.</p>","PeriodicalId":30631,"journal":{"name":"European Journal of Investigation in Health Psychology and Education","volume":"15 4","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":3.0,"publicationDate":"2025-04-08","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12026168/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144048206","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}