An Outdoor Adventure Program for Young Adults with Cancer: Positive Effects on Body Image and Psychosocial Functioning

2014 ◽  
Vol 32 (5) ◽  
pp. 622-636 ◽  
Author(s):  
Robin S. Rosenberg ◽  
Whitney Lange ◽  
Brad Zebrack ◽  
Samuel Moulton ◽  
Stephen M. Kosslyn
Keyword(s):  
Body Image ◽  
Young Adults ◽  
Psychosocial Functioning ◽  
Outdoor Adventure ◽  
Positive Effects ◽  
Adventure Program

scholarly journals Body Image Relates to Exercise-Induced Antinociception and Mood Changes in Young Adults: A Randomized Longitudinal Exercise Intervention

2020 ◽  
Vol 17 (18) ◽  
pp. 6801
Author(s):  
Angelika Maurer ◽  
Sebastian Deckert ◽  
Claudia Levenig ◽  
Theresa Schörkmaier ◽  
Carolin Stangier ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Body Image ◽  
Young Adults ◽  
Positive Affect ◽  
Passive Control ◽  
Exercise Intervention ◽  
Intervention Group ◽  
Pain Tolerance ◽  
The Body ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Positive Effects

Background: An important motivation for adolescents and young adults to engage in aerobic exercise (AE) is to improve fitness, body composition and physical appearance. These parameters have an impact on bodily perception as conceptualized by the ‘body image’ (BI) construct. AE is known to have positive effects on pain perception, mood, and body image (BI). However, no study has hitherto investigated their interrelationship within one study. Methods: Participants were randomly assigned to an intervention group (IG, n = 16, 6 months of AE) or a passive control group (CG, n = 10). Frankfurt Body-Concept Scales (FKKS), Positive and Negative Affect Scale (PANAS), State and Trait Anxiety Inventory, warmth and heat pain thresholds (WPT, HPT), pain tolerance, and graded exercise test data from baseline (T0) and the end of the intervention (T6) were analyzed using a paired t-test (p < 0.05). Results: A significant increase in the BI dimension ‘physical efficacy’ was identified from T0 to T6, which correlated positively with PANAS Positive Affect Scale and HPT. Conclusion: Data in young adults undergoing AE indicate that changes in the BI sub-category ‘physical efficacy’ are closely linked with changes in positive affect and antinociception. These novel findings suggest that BI plays a role in antinociception and positive affect.

scholarly journals Generalized Joint Hypermobility and Anxiety in Adolescents and Young Adults, the Impact on Physical and Psychosocial Functioning

Healthcare ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (5) ◽  
pp. 525
Author(s):  
Janneke de Vries ◽  
Jeanine Verbunt ◽  
Janine Stubbe ◽  
Bart Visser ◽  
Stephan Ramaekers ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Young Adults ◽  
Psychosocial Functioning ◽  
Negative Impact ◽  
Pain Catastrophizing ◽  
Joint Hypermobility ◽  
Adolescents And Young Adults ◽  
P Value ◽  
High Performing ◽  
Generalized Joint Hypermobility ◽  
The Impact

The purpose of this study was to study the association between the presence of generalized joint hypermobility (GJH) and anxiety within a non-clinical high performing group of adolescents and young adults. Second, to study the impact of GJH and/or anxiety on physical and psychosocial functioning, 168 adolescents and young adults (mean (SD) age 20 (2.9)) were screened. Joint (hyper)mobility, anxiety, and physical and psychosocial functioning were measured. In 48.8% of all high performing adolescents and young adults, GJH was present, whereas 60% had symptoms of anxiety. Linear models controlled for confounders showed that adolescents and young adults with GJH and anxiety had decreased workload (ß (95%CI) −0.43 (−0.8 to −0.08), p-value 0.02), increased fatigue (ß (95%CI) 12.97 (6.3–19.5), p-value < 0.01), and a higher level of pain catastrophizing (ß (95%CI) 4.5 (0.5–8.6), p-value 0.03). Adolescents and young adults with only anxiety had increased fatigue (ß (95%CI) 11 (4.9–19.5). In adolescents and young adults with GJH alone, no impact on physical and psychosocial functioning was found. Adolescents and young adults with the combination of GJH and anxiety were significantly more impaired, showing decreased physical and psychosocial functioning with decreased workload, increased fatigue, and pain catastrophizing. Presence of GJH alone had no negative impact on physical and psychosocial functioning. This study confirms the association between GJH and anxiety, but especially emphasizes the disabling role of anxiety. Screening for anxiety is relevant in adolescents and young adults with GJH and might influence tailored interventions.

Body image among adolescents and young adults diagnosed with cancer: A scoping review

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Madison F. Vani ◽  
Kristen M. Lucibello ◽  
Linda Trinh ◽  
Daniel Santa Mina ◽  
Catherine M. Sabiston
Keyword(s):  
Body Image ◽  
Young Adults ◽  
Scoping Review ◽  
Adolescents And Young Adults

Psychosocial Functioning in Children and Young Adults With Juvenile Arthritis

PEDIATRICS ◽  
1988 ◽  
Vol 81 (2) ◽  
pp. 195-202
Author(s):  
Judy A. Ungerer ◽  
Barbara Horgan ◽  
Jeffrey Chaitow ◽  
G. David Champion
Keyword(s):  
High School ◽  
Young Adults ◽  
Primary School ◽  
Disease Severity ◽  
Social Relationships ◽  
Psychosocial Functioning ◽  
Juvenile Arthritis ◽  
Developmental Model ◽  
Physical Strain ◽  
Children And Young Adults

A questionnaire survey of 363 children and young adults with juvenile arthritis was conducted to assess the relations among disease severity, psychosocial functioning, and adjustment in three age groups—primary school, high school, and young adult. Parents were surveyed separately to determine which characteristics of the ill child at different ages most significantly impact the well-being of the family. Indices of psychologic functioning and disease severity were associated with adjustment in the primary school and high school groups, whereas measures of social relationships were strongly associated with adjustment only in the high school group. Relations among measures of psychologic functioning, social relationships, disease severity, and adjustment in young adults were minimal. Level of disease severity was associated with the presence of financial concerns, emotional problems, and physical strain in parents of high school children and young adults. The results emphasize the importance of using a developmental model for understanding the adjustment of individuals with chronic juvenile arthritis and their families.

scholarly journals The Impact of Rock Music on Indian Young Adults: A Qualitative Study on Emotions and Moods

2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (4) ◽  
pp. 5361-5374
Author(s):  
Manaswini Tripathy ◽  
Mithunchandra Chaudhari
Keyword(s):  
Young Adults ◽  
Interpersonal Relationships ◽  
Rock Music ◽  
Qualitative Methodology ◽  
Social Issues ◽  
Country Rock ◽  
Vital Role ◽  
Self Control ◽  
Positive Effects ◽  
The Impact

Music has proven to play a vital role in social and emotional development in teenagers and young adults. From contemplation, developing self-identity, understanding interpersonal relationships, and providing possibilities of experience mastery, agency, and self-control with the help of self-directed activities, music helps its audience develop in all aspects of life. In specific, Rock music, since its existence has been more than entertainment, artists expressed themselves and shared their opinions through their musical pieces. Infamous for promoting drugs and alcohol, Rock Music used its platform to enlighten the audience about taboo topics like racism, inequality, and other social issues. This research paper uses a qualitative methodology approach to understand Rock Music listeners’ points of view. Data was collected through ‘in-depth interviews’ of 15 participants hailing from different parts of the country. Rock Music has several positive effects on the listeners. Rock can elevate moods, induce emotions, helps the listeners be more productive and creative with their everyday work, and constantly motivate them to do better in every aspect of life. Rock provides a platform to express feelings and vent out all the angst, especially for those who otherwise do not voice their opinions because of their nature in general. Rock Music has been able to shape personalities, characteristics, and thought processes. Moreover, majorly, Rock Music helps people with anger management.

GENDER DIFFERENCES IN BODY SELF-RELATION AMONG YOUNG ADULTS IN INDIA

2021 ◽  
Vol 1 (8) ◽  
pp. 149-156
Author(s):  
Ranjini Karthikeyan ◽  
Amiya Bhaumik
Keyword(s):  
Gender Differences ◽  
Body Image ◽  
Young Adults ◽  
Null Hypothesis ◽  
Body Shape ◽  
Male And Female ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Female Data ◽  
Body Self ◽  
The Individual

Body self-relation is a multidimensional construct defined by persons" perceptions of and attitudes about their body. Body image does not simply reflect the biological enrichment of the individual or the feedback received from the significant others. The way you perceive about your body is your cognitive body image. This can lead to excessive concern with body shape and weight. Behaviors in which you relate as a result of your body image encompass your behavioral body image. A study based on the gender differences in body relation relating to young adults rating the comparison in perception of both male and female data. Hundred participants of both male and female took part in answering the by Multidimensional body selfrelations questionnaire (MBSRQ-AS). Results demonstrated by Mann Whitney U test revealed that there is significant difference between male and female young adults in their relation to body self, p<0.05, (2- tailed) in appearance orientation. There is no statistical sig.>0.05 differences in the other dimensions. Therefore, this study rejects the null hypothesis in (dimension) appearance orientation and accepts the null hypothesis (dimensions) in appearance evaluation, body area satisfaction, overweight preoccupation and self-classified weight. Keywords: body self-relation; gender differences

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