{"title":"Depression and marital satisfaction: the mediating role of sexual satisfaction and perceived partner acceptance in women after mastectomy","authors":"Anna Brandt-Salmeri, Hanna Przybyła-Basista","doi":"10.5114/HPR.2019.84213","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.5114/HPR.2019.84213","url":null,"abstract":"participants and procedure The sample consisted of 97 women with breast cancer after mastectomy (mean age = 55.68 years). The participants completed the following self-reported assessments: Beck’s Depression Inventory, Scale of Assessment of SelfAttractiveness in the Relationship by Chybicka and Karasiewicz and the Good Marriage Questionnaire KDM-2 by Plopa and Rostowski. All women were married (89.70%) or in informal relationships (10.30%). Recruitment for the study was conducted among women from the Amazonki community.","PeriodicalId":44293,"journal":{"name":"Health Psychology Report","volume":"7 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.0,"publicationDate":"2019-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"78463074","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Happy people: Who are they? A pilot indigenous study on conceptualization of happiness in Vietnam","authors":"Linh Trinh, H. Khanh","doi":"10.5114/hpr.2019.88527","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.5114/hpr.2019.88527","url":null,"abstract":"the theoretical for us to conduct preliminary research. The is 23.90 ( SD 2.48). collected in-depth procedures The results of data analysis indicate the following crite-ria to consider an individual as being happy or unhappy: 1) material living standard; 2) health and outlook; 3) self-actualization; 4) community belonging; 5) social relationships; 6) relationships with other family members; 7) positive psychological qualities; 8) personal safety; and 9) some other external factors. Of these, positive psychological qualities were chosen with the highest frequency, followed by self-actualization, social relationships, and relationships with other family members. The results of quantitative analysis also show a statistically significant difference in terms of positive psychological qualities by gender. The research results might be explained from a socio-cul-tural perspective and provide a scientific basis for large-scale studies on this topic in Vietnam. Happy people: Who are they?","PeriodicalId":44293,"journal":{"name":"Health Psychology Report","volume":"11 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.0,"publicationDate":"2019-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"90513098","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
E. Riklin, Margaret S Andover, Rachel A. Annunziato
{"title":"The effects of society on the psychosocial functioning of those with a facial difference","authors":"E. Riklin, Margaret S Andover, Rachel A. Annunziato","doi":"10.5114/HPR.2019.85657","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.5114/HPR.2019.85657","url":null,"abstract":"Adolescents with craniofacial conditions (CFCs) may experience intrapersonal and interpersonal challenges such as a greater sensitivity to attractiveness, fewer social supports, and more social withdrawal, all of which can hinder social interactions. However, there are contradictory findings as to whether adolescents with CFCs have more social problems than their peers. This article provides a framework for the social context of interpersonal relationships for those with CFCs drawn from relevant theoretical underpinnings. The authors conducted a comprehensive literature review examining social factors that affect the interpersonal functioning of adolescents with CFCs. Over 35 articles were taken from the growing, but limited, research on this topic via PsychInfo and PubMed using specific search terms such as “craniofacial”, “facial dysmorphisms”, “complex facial dysmorphisms”, “interpersonal”, “psychosocial”, “social functioning”, and “adolescents” among others. Research has identified three salient barriers in social interactions: unattractive or inexpressive faces, social stigma, and societal misconceptions. The empirical studies reviewed postulate that having a facial difference does not result in social dysfunction, but rather the pressures and influences of society negatively impact social functioning. Based on the findings from this review, the authors propose a novel psychosocial model that explains the social dysfunction of adolescents with CFCs. Limitations and future interventions are also discussed.","PeriodicalId":44293,"journal":{"name":"Health Psychology Report","volume":"1 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.0,"publicationDate":"2019-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"75452198","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
M. Stueck, D. Kaloeti, Alejandra Villegas, D. Utami
{"title":"The influence of Biodanza and School of Empathy verbal – respectful communication on the ability to express emotions and needs: a pilot study among adults in Indonesia","authors":"M. Stueck, D. Kaloeti, Alejandra Villegas, D. Utami","doi":"10.5114/hpr.2019.88665","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.5114/hpr.2019.88665","url":null,"abstract":"background Cultural aspects play a dominant role in a certain country related to emotional expressions, particularly in Indonesia. Biodanza and School of Empathy have been developing and are recognized as an alternative psychological intervention in fostering the ability to express feelings, generate positive emotions and alleviate negative one. The aim of this study is to explore the implementation of Biodanza (nonverbal part) and School of Empathy (SoE) verbal part in expressing emotions and needs among adults in Indonesia.","PeriodicalId":44293,"journal":{"name":"Health Psychology Report","volume":"67 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.0,"publicationDate":"2019-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"87164076","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Social support for veterans taking part in military service outside their country’s borders","authors":"P. Mendrek, Beata Osiak, Krzysztof Goniewicz","doi":"10.5114/HPR.2019.87289","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.5114/HPR.2019.87289","url":null,"abstract":"Soldiers who return to their country of residence after military service are subject to numerous, mostly negative, effects linked to exposure to stress. Post-traumatic stress disorder is one of the most common anxiety disorders, one which develops as a result of being exposed to traumatic experiences, both psychological and physical. Post-traumatic stress disorder is also the main result of participation in active armed combat impacting war veterans, concerning mostly service undertaken outside their home country. Consequently, proper psychological preparation for armed combat, psychological support during service, as well as the support granted after soldiers return home, are of critical importance. This work characterises social support which is given to army personnel involved in armed combat. Methods of social involvement, which are provided to the soldiers taking part in military service outside their country, have also been described. The paper itself was written for two reasons: firstly, in order to exchange knowledge mainly in the areas of psychology and sociology; and secondly, to focus attention on those soldiers struggling with issues resulting from participation in military service outside their home country.","PeriodicalId":44293,"journal":{"name":"Health Psychology Report","volume":"11 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.0,"publicationDate":"2019-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"89572938","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Validity and reliability of the Polish version of the Academic Motivation Scale: a measure of intrinsic and extrinsic motivation and amotivation","authors":"Magdalena Ardeńska, Agnieszka Ardeńska, R. Tomik","doi":"10.5114/hpr.2019.86198","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.5114/hpr.2019.86198","url":null,"abstract":"The Academic Motivation Scale (AMS) is a measure of motivation in education. The AMS is based on the self-determination theory, which subdivides motivation into amotivation, extrinsic motivation and intrinsic motivation. The main purpose of this study was to examine the validity and reliability of the Polish version of the AMS and to identify motivation to study of Polish university students. The first sample consisted of 1592 Polish university students (653 males, 939 females) majoring in physical education, physiotherapy, tourism and recreation, sport or sport and tourism management. The second sample consisted of 49 Polish university students (13 males, 36 females) of tourism and recreation. The AMS was validated using exploratory and confirmatory factor analysis. Cronbach’s α was used to estimate reliability and internal consistency of the scale. The AMS showed adequate levels of internal consistency (Cronbach α values above .78) and temporal stability (mean test-retest correlation = .88). Additionally, the fit indices of CFA were satisfactory (χ 2 / df = 4.95, GFI = .927, AGFI = .910, RMSEA = .050). Female students scored higher than males on four motivation subscales and lower on amotivation. The results confirmed the original seven-factor and 28-item structure of the Polish version of the AMS. The results support the use of the Polish version of the AMS as a tool for assessing university students’ motivation. Validity and reliability of the Polish version of the Academic Motivation Scale","PeriodicalId":44293,"journal":{"name":"Health Psychology Report","volume":"224 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.0,"publicationDate":"2019-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"85961130","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Psycho-physiological mechanism of energy transfer in the human body: myth or reality?","authors":"M. Gajewski, Joanna Różycka-Tran, Hao Le","doi":"10.5114/hpr.2019.88624","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.5114/hpr.2019.88624","url":null,"abstract":"The authors consider the existence of an energy transfer system (ETS) in the human body and its consequences for health, performing a review of the available literature and studies. The article is an attempt to describe the possible psychophysiological mechanism of ETS (i.e. mechanism of transmission of stimuli in connective tissue) based on biochemical reactions, which was first described in Eastern Medicine a long time ago. Some previously reported results suggest that it is possible to modulate the psychophysiological effects on the connective tissue, and that the internal ETS can be activated not only through internal acupoints but also through breath self-regulation techniques. Among the people specialized in such breathing are martial art fighters. In a very preliminary pilot study we investigate four cases in a Vietnamese Thiên Môn Đạo (TMD) group, where breathing techniques result in cardiovascular and blood pressure changes, which can indirectly suggest activation of ETS. An additional energy system in the human body is postulated. However, future research is seriously needed. Findings could be applicable e.g. in cardiac rehabilitation programs.","PeriodicalId":44293,"journal":{"name":"Health Psychology Report","volume":"16 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.0,"publicationDate":"2019-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"81841090","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Cross-cultural pilot study on the relationship between study addiction and narcissism among undergraduate students in Poland and India","authors":"P. Atroszko, Artur Sawicki, S. Kamble","doi":"10.5114/hpr.2019.88058","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.5114/hpr.2019.88058","url":null,"abstract":"background Study addiction has been suggested as a potential early form of work addiction which is recently gaining increasing attention as a potential behavioural addiction. It was suggested that underlying psychological vulnerabilities can be risk factors for study/work addiction. Previous studies indicated that work addiction could be related to narcissistic personality. The aim of this pilot study was to investigate the relationship between study addiction and narcissism in the very distinct cultures of Poland and India.","PeriodicalId":44293,"journal":{"name":"Health Psychology Report","volume":"21 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.0,"publicationDate":"2019-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"77161857","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Vahid Rashedi, M. Asadi-lari, M. Foroughan, A. Rudnik
{"title":"Prevalence of and demographic factors associated with domestic violence among Iranian older adults: the results of Urban HEART-2","authors":"Vahid Rashedi, M. Asadi-lari, M. Foroughan, A. Rudnik","doi":"10.5114/HPR.2019.82640","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.5114/HPR.2019.82640","url":null,"abstract":"This study aimed to determine the prevalence of and demographic factors associated with domestic violence among Iranian older adults based on the Urban HEART-2 project in Tehran, Iran. The study was a part of the second round of the Urban Health Equity Assessment and Response Tool (Urban HEART-2) project, which was a large, populationbased, cross-sectional study. Individuals aged ≥ 60 years were selected randomly through a multistage, cluster sampling method from 368 neighborhoods of 22 districts of Tehran. A total of 15,069 older adults, 79% married and 45.22% female, were included in the study. The mean age of the participants was 68.93 ± 7.27 years. The overall prevalence of physical domestic violence was 2.32%. Factors such as age, gender, schooling, and having a disability were significantly associated with domestic violence (p < .05). These results are likely to be an underestimate of what really happens in the community, as many authors have mentioned previously. Therefore, it is necessary to broaden our perspectives on the phenomenon of domestic violence against the elderly, especially in the fields of public health and nursing. key words domestic violence; older adults; prevalence; Urban HEART Vahid Rashedi id 1,2 · C,D,E,F Mohsen Asadi-Lari 3 · A,B,G Mahshid Foroughan 2 · D,F Agata Rudnik 4 · E,F Prevalence of and demographic factors associated with domestic violence among Iranian older adults: the results of Urban HEART-2 organization – 1: School of Behavioral Sciences and Mental Health (Tehran Institute of Psychiatry), Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran · 2: Iranian Research Center on Aging, University of Social Welfare and Rehabilitation Sciences, Tehran, Iran · 3: Department of Epidemiology, School of Public Health, Oncopathology Research Center, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran · 4: Institute of Psychology, Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Gdansk, Poland authors’ contributions – A: Study design · B: Data collection · C: Statistical analysis · D: Data interpretation · E: Manuscript preparation · F: Literature search · G: Funds collection corresponding author – Prof. Vahid Rashedi, School of Behavioral Sciences and Mental Health (Tehran Institute of Psychiatry), Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran, e-mail: rashedi.v@iums.ac.ir; vahidrashedi@yahoo.com to cite this article – Rashedi, V., Asadi-Lari, M., Foroughan M., & Rudnik, A. (2019). Prevalence of and demographic factors associated with domestic violence among Iranian older adults: the results of Urban HEART-2. Health Psychology Report, 7(1), 81–85. https://doi.org/10.5114/hpr.2019.82640 received 29.11.2018 · reviewed 15.12.2018 · accepted 28.12.2018 · published 30.01.2019 Vahid Rashedi, Mohsen Asadi-Lari, Mahshid Foroughan, Agata Rudnik 82 health psychology report Background Domestic violence is a complex and multi-dimensional problem that is defined as each and every act of violence or neglect which harms well-being, physical","PeriodicalId":44293,"journal":{"name":"Health Psychology Report","volume":"37 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.0,"publicationDate":"2019-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"81042007","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
S. Dutt, R. Keyte, H. Egan, Misba Hussain, M. Mantzios
{"title":"Healthy and unhealthy eating amongst stressed students: considering the influence of mindfulness on eating choices and consumption","authors":"S. Dutt, R. Keyte, H. Egan, Misba Hussain, M. Mantzios","doi":"10.5114/HPR.2019.77913","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.5114/HPR.2019.77913","url":null,"abstract":"participants and procedure Ninety students were randomly allocated to either a mindfulness or a control condition. Both conditions exposed students to a stress-inducing task and levels of anxiety were recorded three times (i.e., prior to and after stress induction, and post-intervention) during the experiment. Chocolate and grapes were available to participants after the experiment as a token of appreciation.","PeriodicalId":44293,"journal":{"name":"Health Psychology Report","volume":"52 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.0,"publicationDate":"2019-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"72724654","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}