Do self-compassion and self-coldness distinctly relate to distress and well-being? A theoretical model of self-relating.

Self-compassion and empathy are positively associated with mental health, physical health, and well-being. Caregivers higher in self-compassion and empathy show increased caring and supportive behavior. Cultivating self-compassion and empathy have been suggested to enhance positive outcomes, however descriptive information about these constructs is lacking for caregiver and comparison groups. The current study examined self-compassion and empathy among caregivers (self-identified parents of at least one child under 18 years of age; n=335) and a comparison group (n=215). Caregivers had higher scores of total self-compassion and empathy, with lower scores of self-judgement, isolation, and overidentification (self-compassion subscales), and personal distress (empathy subscale). Describing self-compassion and empathy in caregiver and comparison groups has implications for key health outcomes and highlights differences in self- and other-directed constructs in a diverse sample of adults.

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Gender, Dispositions, Peer Relations, and Identity

10.1093/oso/9780190658540.003.0010 ◽

2018 ◽

Cited By ~ 1

Author(s):

Campbell Leaper

Keyword(s):

Theoretical Model ◽

Peer Relations ◽

Role Models ◽

Peer Groups ◽

Well Being ◽

Physical Characteristics ◽

Physical Activities ◽

Gender Development ◽

Future Directions ◽

Same Gender

This chapter considers possible ways that peer relations, group identity, and dispositional preferences are interrelated and contribute to children’s gender development. The author advances an integrative theoretical model of gender development that bridges complementary theories by linking sex-related dispositions and physical characteristics to the process of assimilation within same-gender peer groups. Research suggests some (but not all) children have strong behavioral dispositions (temperaments and intense interests) and physical characteristics that are either highly compatible or highly contradictory with culturally valued in-group prototypes (e.g., boys strongly inclined toward physical activities vs. dress-up play, respectively). These children may either become same-gender role models or disidentify with the gender in-group, respectively. In contrast, children without strong dispositions may be most amenable to developing a broad repertoire of interests when provided opportunities and encouragement. Implications of this model for the development and well-being of children as well as future directions for research are discussed.

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Teaching Mental Health and Well-Being Online in a Crisis: Fostering Love and Self-compassion in Clinical Social Work Education

Clinical Social Work Journal ◽

10.1007/s10615-021-00786-z ◽

2021 ◽

Cited By ~ 1

Author(s):

Trevor G. Gates ◽

Dyann Ross ◽

Bindi Bennett ◽

Kate Jonathan

Keyword(s):

Mental Health ◽

Social Work ◽

Social Work Education ◽

Clinical Social Work ◽

Well Being ◽

Self Compassion ◽

Work Education ◽

Health And Well Being

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Online Training in Specific Meditation Practices Improves Gratitude, Well-Being, Self-Compassion, and Confidence in Providing Compassionate Care Among Health Professionals

Journal of Evidence-Based Complementary & Alternative Medicine ◽

10.1177/2156587216642102 ◽

2016 ◽

Vol 22 (2) ◽

pp. 237-241 ◽

Cited By ~ 30

Author(s):

Nisha Rao ◽

Kathi J. Kemper

Keyword(s):

Health Professionals ◽

Online Training ◽

Well Being ◽

World Health ◽

Compassionate Care ◽

Clinician Training ◽

Loving Kindness ◽

Self Compassion ◽

Compassion Meditation ◽

Health Organization

Mind-body practices that intentionally generate positive emotion could improve health professionals’ well-being and compassion. However, the feasibility and impact of clinician training in these practices is unknown. Data were analyzed from 3 online modules offered to health professionals: ( a) Gratitude, ( b) Positive Word, and ( c) Loving-kindness/Compassion meditation. Paired t tests were used to assess pre- to posttraining changes in gratitude (Gratitude Questionnaire), well-being (World Health Organization Well-Being Index), self-compassion (Neff’s Self-Compassion Scale), and confidence in providing compassionate care (Confidence in Providing Calm, Compassionate Care Scale). The 177 enrollees included diverse practitioners (nurses, physicians, social workers, and others). Training was associated with statistically significant improvements in gratitude (38.3 ± 4.6 to 39.5 ± 3.3), well-being (16.4 ± 4.0 to 17.9 ± 4.2), self-compassion (39.5 ± 8.1 to 43.1 ± 7.6), and confidence in providing compassionate care (73.3 ± 16.4 to 80.9 ± 13.8; P < .001 for all comparisons). Brief, online training appeals to diverse health professionals and improves their gratitude, well-being, self-compassion, and confidence in providing compassionate care.

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The network social support experience of people involved in home care

Revista da Escola de Enfermagem da USP ◽

10.1590/s0080-623420140000300014 ◽

2014 ◽

Vol 48 (3) ◽

pp. 484-491 ◽

Cited By ~ 1

Author(s):

Ingrid Meireles Gomes ◽

Maria Ribeiro Lacerda ◽

Nen Nalú Alves das Mercês

Keyword(s):

Social Support ◽

Theoretical Model ◽

Data Collection ◽

Home Care ◽

Well Being ◽

Shared Responsibility ◽

Theory Method ◽

Grounded Theory Method ◽

Data Collection And Analysis ◽

Different Populations

Objective: To build a theoretical model to configure the network social support experience of people involved in home care. Method: A quantitative approach research, utilizing the Grounded Theory method. The simultaneous data collection and analysis allowed the interpretation of the phenomenon meaning The network social support of people involved in home care. Results: The population passive posture in building their well-being was highlighted. The need of a shared responsibility between the involved parts, population and State is recognized. Conclusion: It is suggested for nurses to be stimulated to amplify home care to attend the demands of caregivers; and to elaborate new studies with different populations, to validate or complement the proposed theoretical model. 

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