Does psychological well-being mediate economic well-being? short-term evidence from a multifaceted program in the philippines

2021 ◽  
pp. 1-17
Author(s):  
Jeffrey R. Bloem ◽  
Rashmita Gandhe
Keyword(s):  
Well Being ◽  
The Philippines ◽  
Short Term ◽  
Psychological Well Being ◽  
Economic Well Being

scholarly journals The Art of Happiness: An Explorative Study of a Contemplative Program for Subjective Well-Being

2021 ◽  
Vol 12 ◽  
Author(s):  
Clara Rastelli ◽  
Lucia Calabrese ◽  
Constance Miller ◽  
Antonino Raffone ◽  
Nicola De Pisapia
Keyword(s):  
Training Program ◽  
Emotional Regulation ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Psychological Research ◽  
Self Awareness ◽  
Subjective Well Being ◽  
Mental Training ◽  
Short Term ◽  
Psychological Well Being ◽  
Longitudinal Effects

In recent decades, psychological research on the effects of mindfulness-based interventions has greatly developed and demonstrated a range of beneficial outcomes in a variety of populations and contexts. Yet, the question of how to foster subjective well-being and happiness remains open. Here, we assessed the effectiveness of an integrated mental training program The Art of Happiness on psychological well-being in a general population. The mental training program was designed to help practitioners develop new ways to nurture their own happiness. This was achieved by seven modules aimed at cultivating positive cognition strategies and behaviors using both formal (i.e., lectures, meditations) and informal practices (i.e., open discussions). The program was conducted over a period of 9 months, also comprising two retreats, one in the middle and one at the end of the course. By using a set of established psychometric tools, we assessed the effects of such a mental training program on several psychological well-being dimensions, taking into account both the longitudinal effects of the course and the short-term effects arising from the intensive retreat experiences. The results showed that several psychological well-being measures gradually increased within participants from the beginning to the end of the course. This was especially true for life satisfaction, self-awareness, and emotional regulation, highlighting both short-term and longitudinal effects of the program. In conclusion, these findings suggest the potential of the mental training program, such as The Art of Happiness, for psychological well-being.

Wellness in the Family Business

1993 ◽  
Vol 6 (2) ◽  
pp. 149-159 ◽  
Author(s):  
Suzanne Stier
Keyword(s):  
Family Business ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Business Owners ◽  
Psychological Well Being ◽  
Insurance Costs ◽  
Worker Satisfaction ◽  
The Family ◽  
Economic Well Being

This article addresses the unique opportunity that family business owners have to create worksite environments that promote wellness in employees while increasing productivity. By giving physical and psychological well-being the same importance as economic well-being, the company benefits through healthier employees, reduction of absenteeism, lower insurance costs, and increased productivity and worker satisfaction.

scholarly journals Evaluating the relationships among stress, resilience and psychological well-being among young adults: a structural equation modelling approach

BMC Nursing ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 20 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Piyanee Klainin-Yobas ◽  
Nopporn Vongsirimas ◽  
Debbie Q. Ramirez ◽  
Jenneth Sarmiento ◽  
Zenaida Fernandez
Keyword(s):  
Structural Equation Modelling ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Well Being ◽  
The Philippines ◽  
Causal Relationships ◽  
Stress Resilience ◽  
Psychological Well Being ◽  
Management Interventions ◽  
Equation Modelling ◽  
Two Samples

Abstract Background Resilience reflects individuals’ ability to bounce back quickly in the face of stressful situations. Resilience is positively correlated with psychological well-being (PWB) and negatively related to poor mental health. However, there is limited longitudinal research to confirm the causal relationships between resilience and PWB. This study aimed to examine the relationships among stress, resilience, and PWB among youths in the Philippines across two samples. A descriptive comparative study was conducted and two repeated cross-sectional samples were recruited. Eligible participants were undergraduate students from a university in the Philippines regardless of sociological backgrounds. Data were collected via anonymous online questionnaires; and analyzed by using descriptive statistics and structural equation modelling (SEM). Results A total of 630 were recruited (Sample 1 = 221 and Sample 2 = 409). Most of whom were female, Filipino, Christian and students from Nursing School. Results from SEM indicated that the hypothesized two-group models had an adequate fit with sample data. Furthermore, perceived control and resilience were significant predictors of the autonomy & growth factor of PWB. Perceived stress and resilience significantly predicted the negative triad factor of PWB. These findings were comparable across the two samples providing strong evidence to support causal relationships among the study variables. Conclusion There is a need to offer stress management interventions and resilience-based programs to enhance PWB. Additional research should be conducted to test the efficacy of the interventions.

scholarly journals Impact of COVID-19 on the Psychological Well-Being and Turnover Intentions of Frontline Nurses in the Community: A Cross-Sectional Study in the Philippines

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Janet Alexis A. De los Santos ◽  
Leodoro J. Labrague
Keyword(s):  
Turnover Intentions ◽  
Community Setting ◽  
Female Gender ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
The Philippines ◽  
Self Report ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Psychological Well Being ◽  
Cross Sectional Design

Purpose: This study aimed to assess fear of COVID-19 among nurses in a community setting. Methods: This study employed a cross-sectional design using self-report questionnaires. Findings: Results revealed that nurses display moderate to high fear of COVID-19 and that the female gender is correlated to fear of the virus. Moreover, the nurses fear influences their psychological distress and organizational and professional turnover intentions. Conclusion: Fear of COVID-19 is universal among nurses. There is a need to assess the factors associated with the fear to better address the nurses psychological well-being and to avoid turnover intentions.

scholarly journals OVERVIEW OF THE TEMPORARY MEASURES FOR REDUCING THE IMPACT OF CORONAVIRUS DISEASE 2019 (COVID-19) ACT 2020

2020 ◽  
Vol 5 (21) ◽  
pp. 220-227
Author(s):  
Rohana Abdul Rahman
Keyword(s):  
Well Being ◽  
The Other ◽  
Mediation Process ◽  
Short Term ◽  
Economic Sectors ◽  
Term Basis ◽  
Contractual Obligations ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Economic Well Being

The impact of Coronavirus disease has transcended beyond imaginable. Everyone is vulnerable and no one on this planet can safely say that he or she is protected against the deadly virus. All governments are taking immediate steps to address the ensuing repercussion of the pandemic, both on a short-term and long-term basis. Malaysia has passed a law that provides for temporary measures to reduce the impact of COVID-19 on the general economic sectors affecting the general economic well-being of the country. This paper explains the provisions of the COVID-19 Act 2020 and the specific other laws that it intends to modify therein. In particular, the paper highlights the establishment of a mediation process in respect of disputes arising from the inability to perform contractual obligations by parties during the pandemic. The paper concurs that COVID-19 Act 2020 attempts to cover quite comprehensive temporary measures to address issues relating to the pandemic and in the process provides validity to the actions taken by various parties before its commencement. On the other hand, the paper argues that several vague and uncertain provisions of the law led to questionable application and implication thus creating doubts as to its effectiveness.

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