Well-being and Coping of Student Veterans Readjusting into Academia: A Pilot Survey

Abstract. This research developed a new scale to evaluate Self-Efficacy in Multiple Sclerosis (SEMS). The aim of this study was to investigate dimensionality, item functioning, measurement invariance, and concurrent validity of the SEMS scale. Data were collected from 203 multiple sclerosis (MS) patients (mean age, 39.5 years; 66% women; 95% having a relapsing remitting form of MS). Fifteen items of the SEMS scale were submitted to patients along with measures of psychological well-being, sense of coherence, depression, and coping strategies. Data underwent Rasch analysis and correlation analysis. Rasch analysis indicates the SEMS as a multidimensional construct characterized by two correlated dimensions: goal setting and symptom management, with satisfactory reliability coefficients. Overall, the 15 items reported acceptable fit statistics; the scale demonstrated measurement invariance (with respect to gender and disease duration) and good concurrent validity (positive correlations with psychological well-being, sense of coherence, and coping strategies and negative correlations with depression). Preliminary evidence suggests that SEMS is a psychometrically sound measure to evaluate perceived self-efficacy of MS patients with moderate disability, and it would be a valuable instrument for both research and clinical applications.

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V international scientific conference "Psychology of stress and coping behavior: challenges, resources, well-being”

Психологический журнал ◽

10.31857/s020595920007948-8 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 41 (1) ◽

pp. 136-137

Author(s):

T. Kryukova ◽

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M. Zaporowska ◽

A. Khazova ◽

A. Samokhvalova ◽

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Keyword(s):

Coping Behavior ◽

Well Being ◽

Stress And Coping ◽

Scientific Conference ◽

And Coping

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Health promotion behaviours of pregnant women and spiritual well‐being: Mediatory role of pregnancy stress, anxiety and coping ways

Nursing Open ◽

10.1002/nop2.905 ◽

2021 ◽

Author(s):

Mohammad Chehrazi ◽

Mahbobeh Faramarzi ◽

Somayeh Abdollahi ◽

Maria Esfandiari ◽

Shiva Shafie rizi

Keyword(s):

Health Promotion ◽

Pregnant Women ◽

Well Being ◽

Spiritual Well Being ◽

And Coping

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Prepared and highly committed despite the risk of COVID-19 infection: a cross-sectional survey of primary care physicians’ concerns and coping strategies in Singapore

BMC Family Practice ◽

10.1186/s12875-021-01370-7 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 22 (1) ◽

Author(s):

Jerrald Lau ◽

David Hsien-Yung Tan ◽

Gretel Jianlin Wong ◽

Yii-Jen Lew ◽

Ying-Xian Chua ◽

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Keyword(s):

Primary Care ◽

Coping Strategies ◽

Stress Management ◽

Primary Care Physicians ◽

Well Being ◽

Pandemic Preparedness ◽

Cross Sectional Survey ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Accessible Information ◽

And Coping

Abstract Background Primary care physicians (PCPs) are first points-of-contact between suspected cases and the healthcare system in the current COVID-19 pandemic. This study examines PCPs’ concerns, impact on personal lives and work, and level of pandemic preparedness in the context of COVID-19 in Singapore. We also examine factors and coping strategies that PCPs have used to manage stress during the outbreak. Methods Two hundred and sixteen PCPs actively practicing in either a public or private clinic were cluster sampled via email invitation from three primary care organizations in Singapore from 6th to 29th March 2020. Participants completed a cross-sectional online questionnaire consisting of items on work- and non-work-related concerns, impact on personal and work life, perceived pandemic preparedness, stress-reduction factors, and personal coping strategies related to COVID-19. Results A total of 158 questionnaires were usable for analyses. PCPs perceived themselves to be at high risk of COVID-19 infection (89.9%), and a source of risk (74.7%) and concern (71.5%) to loved ones. PCPs reported acceptance of these risks (91.1%) and the need to care for COVID-19 patients (85.4%). Overall perceived pandemic preparedness was extremely high (75.9 to 89.9%). PCPs prioritized availability of personal protective equipment, strict infection prevention guidelines, accessible information about COVID-19, and well-being of their colleagues and family as the most effective stress management factors. Conclusions PCPs continue to serve willingly on the frontlines of this pandemic despite the high perception of risk to themselves and loved ones. Healthcare organizations should continue to support PCPs by managing both their psychosocial (e.g. stress management) and professional (e.g. pandemic preparedness) needs.

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Perceived Impact of Gentrification on Health and Well-Being: Exploring Social Capital and Coping Strategies in Gentrifying Neighborhoods

The Professional Geographer ◽

10.1080/00330124.2021.1924806 ◽

2021 ◽

pp. 1-12

Author(s):

Ayodeji Emmanuel Iyanda ◽

Yongmei Lu

Keyword(s):

Social Capital ◽

Coping Strategies ◽

Well Being ◽

Perceived Impact ◽

And Coping ◽

Health And Well Being

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Self-Leadership and Psychological Capital as Key Cognitive Resources for Shaping Health-Protective Behaviors during the COVID-19 Pandemic

Administrative Sciences ◽

10.3390/admsci11020041 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 11 (2) ◽

pp. 41

Author(s):

Sherry A. Maykrantz ◽

Luke A. Langlinais ◽

Jeffery D. Houghton ◽

Christopher P. Neck

Keyword(s):

Self Efficacy ◽

Cognitive Theory ◽

Psychological Capital ◽

Health Belief ◽

Well Being ◽

Cognitive Resources ◽

Psychological Resources ◽

Protective Behaviors ◽

Theoretical Frameworks ◽

And Coping

As COVID-19 has become a global pandemic, health researchers and practitioners have focused attention on identifying the factors that may help to shape health-protective behaviors, protecting individual health and well-being, and helping to mitigate the spread of COVID-19. This study explores the potential role of self-leadership and psychological capital (PsyCap) as key cognitive resources for shaping health-protective behaviors. Using multiple theoretical frameworks (social cognitive theory, psychological resources theory, and the health belief model), this paper develops and tests a hypothesized serial mediation model in which PsyCap and coping self-efficacy mediate the relationship between self-leadership and health-protective behaviors including hand washing, wearing face masks, and social distancing. Results suggest that PsyCap and coping self-efficacy mediate the positive relationship between self-leadership and health-protective behaviors. These results yield valuable insights regarding the usefulness of self-leadership and PsyCap as cognitive resources for shaping health-protective behaviors and for possible self-leadership and PsyCap interventions, potentially tailored to at-risk populations, which should have practical benefits for both the current and future pandemics and health crises.

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Caregiver burden and coping strategies in caregivers of older patients with stroke

BMC Psychology ◽

10.1186/s40359-021-00556-z ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 9 (1) ◽

Author(s):

Azar Kazemi ◽

Jalil Azimian ◽

Maryam Mafi ◽

Kelly-Ann Allen ◽

Seyedeh Ameneh Motalebi

Keyword(s):

Coping Strategies ◽

Caregiver Burden ◽

Older Patients ◽

Coping Skills ◽

Well Being ◽

Positive Reappraisal ◽

Burden Of Care ◽

Stroke Patients ◽

Psychological Burden ◽

And Coping

Abstract Background Coping strategies play a key role in modulating the physical and psychological burden on caregivers of stroke patients. The present study aimed to determine the relationship between the severity of burden of care and coping strategies amongst a sample of Iranian caregivers of older stroke patients. It also aimed to examine the differences of coping strategies used by male and female caregivers. Methods A total of 110 caregivers of older patients who previously had a stroke participated in this descriptive and cross-sectional study. The Zarit Burden Interview and Lazarus coping strategies questionnaires were used for data collection. Questionnaires were completed by the caregivers, who were selected using convenience sampling. The collected data were analyzed using Pearson's correlations and independent t-tests. Results The mean age of participants was 32.09 ± 8.70 years. The majority of the caregivers sampled reported mild to moderate (n = 74, 67.3%) burden. The most commonly used coping strategies reported were positive reappraisal and seeking social support. Results of the independent t-test showed that male caregivers used the positive reappraisal strategy (t(110) = 2.76; p = 0.007) and accepting responsibility (t(110) = 2.26; p = 0.026) significantly more than female caregivers. Pearson’s correlations showed a significant positive correlation between caregiver burden and emotional-focused strategies, including escaping (r = 0.245, p = 0.010) and distancing (r = 0.204, p = 0.032). Conclusions Caregivers with higher burden of care used more negative coping strategies, such as escape-avoidance and distancing. In order to encourage caregivers to utilize effective coping skills, appropriate programs should be designed and implemented to support caregivers. Use of effective coping skills to reduce the level of personal burden can improve caregiver physical health and psychological well-being.

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Predicting Homesickness in Residential Athletes

Journal of Clinical Sport Psychology ◽

10.1123/jcsp.2014-0025 ◽

2015 ◽

Vol 9 (2) ◽

pp. 138-155 ◽

Cited By ~ 1

Author(s):

Brendan Smith ◽

Stephanie Hanrahan ◽

Ruth Anderson ◽

Lyndel Abbott

Keyword(s):

Personality Traits ◽

Personal Growth ◽

Coping Styles ◽

Well Being ◽

Self Esteem ◽

Leaving Home ◽

Developmental Milestone ◽

Australian Institute ◽

Individual Personality ◽

And Coping

Leaving home or transitioning to another environment is a part of every individual’s personal growth and is often considered to be a significant developmental milestone. The distress that individuals experience with this transition has been identified as homesickness. Elite sporting institutions, such as the Australian Institute of Sport (AIS), have recognized that problems associated with homesickness appear to be a predominant cause of poor well-being and dropout among athletes living in a national sports institute. This study aimed to investigate if individual personality traits and coping styles could predict levels of homesickness in these athletes. Neuroticism, self-esteem, and mental escape were significant predictors of homesickness. These results suggest that athletes who are vulnerable to homesickness can be identified before the commencement of their sporting scholarships so they can be treated accordingly.

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