scholarly journals Factors associated with self- and other-directed aggression in Slovak adolescents

2019 ◽  
Vol 29 (Supplement_4) ◽  
Author(s):  
A Janovska ◽  
B Gajdosova ◽  
O Kalina
Keyword(s):  
Youth Development ◽  
Aggressive Behaviour ◽  
Primary Schools ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
Self Control ◽  
Supportive Relationships ◽  
Self And Other ◽  
Prosocial Peers ◽  
Aggressive Behaviours ◽  
At Home

Abstract Background We investigated differences in intrapersonal and interpersonal characteristics of adolescents with and without reported aggressive behaviours (AB). We distinguished two types of intrapersonal factors (self-esteem (SE), self-control (SC)) and three types of interpersonal factors (prosocial peers (PP), supportive relationships at home (SRH), supportive relationships at school (SRS)). We separately examined self-directed aggressive behaviours (self-destructive thoughts, self-destructive behaviour) and other-directed aggressive behaviours (using vulgar words, fighting, physical harm, intimidation, mockery of classmates). Methods A representative sample of 1101 adolescents (50.1% female, mean age of 13.5 years) was collected from primary schools in Slovakia. The respondents completed the SE Scale, the SC Scale, the Resilience and Youth Development scale and they were also asked about the frequency of AB. In each form of AB (self- and other-directed) two groups were created: those who reported some AB and those who did not report any AB. Descriptive statistics and nonparametric tests were used for the data analysis. Results Almost 75% of the adolescents reported some AB towards others and 41% reported self-harming thoughts or behaviours. Statistically significant differences were observed for both self-directed AB (SE: p<.001, SC: p<.001, PP: p<.001, SRH: p=.013, SRS: p<.001) and other-directed AB (SE: p=.034, SC: p<.001, PP: p<.001, SRH: p=.039, SRS: p=.016). In all cases adolescents who reported AB typically had a lower level of intrapersonal and interpersonal variables compared to those who did not report AB. Conclusions The study contributed to the understanding of factors linked to aggressive behaviour of adolescents and confirmed the associations with self-esteem, self-control, supportive relationships at home and at school and having prosocial peers. Key messages Aggressive behaviour of adolescents can be linked to interpersonal and intrapersonal relationships. The above holds for both self- and other-directed aggression.

Putting Parental Supervision Into Context: Taking an Assets-Based Approach in Examining the Role of Parental Supervision During Adolescence

2020 ◽  
pp. 0044118X2098047
Author(s):  
Theresa N. Melton ◽  
Nancy L. Deutsch
Keyword(s):  
Youth Development ◽  
Mediation Analysis ◽  
The United States ◽  
Self Control ◽  
Parental Supervision ◽  
Supportive Relationships ◽  
Internal Characteristic ◽  
Positive Indicators ◽  
The Relationship

Studies of parental supervision often fail to consider the broader ecology in which youth are developing. In this paper, moderation and mediation analysis were utilized to examine parental supervision along with the ecological asset of supportive relationships, which have been identified as especially powerful assets, in a sample of 289 adolescents from the United States. These factors are considered in relation to positive indicators that have specifically been associated with youth thriving: self-control and future aspiration. Results of a mediation analysis suggest that family support mediates the relationship between parental supervision and both indicators. Therefore, parents should ensure they are demonstrating support during attempts to supervise youth. In addition, supportive relationships with adults at school further promote the development of an important internal characteristic: self-control. Including aspects of the broader ecology in studies of youth development is essential to uncovering the role external assets play in promoting positive outcomes for adolescents.

scholarly journals ULOGA RODITELJSKOG PONAŠANJA I SAMOPOŠTOVANJA OCA I MAJKE U SAMOPOŠTOVANJU I SAMOKONTROLI DJEČAKA I DJEVOJČICA

2021 ◽  
Vol 27 (3) ◽  
pp. 481-503
Author(s):  
Pia Martinić ◽  
Andrea Brajša Žganec
Keyword(s):  
Primary Schools ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
Self Control ◽  
Control Scale ◽  
Parental Behaviour ◽  
Gender Differentiation ◽  
Theoretical Assumptions ◽  
And Control ◽  
The City

THE ROLE OF PARENTAL BEHAVIOUR AND SELF-ESTEEM OF FATHER AND MOTHER ON SELF-ESTEEM AND SELFCONTROL OF BOYS AND GIRLS The aim of the research was to analyse the connection between parental behaviours and self-esteem of the parents on the self-esteem and self-control of the children. The pupils of the seventh and eighth grade of six primary schools in the area of the city of Zagreb and the city of Split and their parents participated in the research. The children filled out the Coopersmith Self-Esteem Inventory, the Brief Self-Control Scale and the Perception of Parental Behaviour Scale, while the parents filled out the Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale. Regression analysis was used and it has determined that the parental control is the best predictor for the child’s self-esteem. Self-esteem of boys is better predicted by the sets of parental predictors and it is somewhat more connected with the father’s self-control, while self-esteem of girls is more connected with the mother’s self-control. Self-control of girls is best predicted by the mother’s acceptance and control, so that the sets of parental variables, more specifically the mother’s variables, are significant only for predicting self-control of girls. The assumption about the greater role of the mother in the development of self-esteem and self-control of children was confirmed, while the assumptions about the gender differentiation in upbringing were confirmed only in the case of the child’s self-control, but not in the case of their self-esteem, which shows that there are differences in the direction of transition towards more modern upbringing practices. The results, as well as the existing studies and theoretical assumptions, point out the importance of the parental role as the model for the development of the child’s self-esteem and self-control, and the different approaches in the upbringing of boys and girls can be addressed specifically.

Daily Experiences of Commuting Strain and Self-Control at Work and at Home

2020 ◽  
Vol 19 (3) ◽  
pp. 125-134
Author(s):  
Bettina S. Wiese ◽  
Olivia Chaillié ◽  
Ruth Noppeney ◽  
Anna M. Stertz
Keyword(s):  
Cognitive Control ◽  
Negative Emotions ◽  
Emotional Stability ◽  
Self Control ◽  
Diary Data ◽  
Daily Experiences ◽  
At Home

Abstract. The study investigates how commuting strain affects daily self-control capacities at work and at home. Irritability (i.e., increased readiness to express negative emotions when facing frustration) and concentration (i.e., a cognitive control capacity that relies on attention) were used as indicators of (impaired) self-control. Based on 5-day diary data from N = 185 train commuters, we found that on days with a strenuous ride from home to work, commuters indicated higher irritability and lower concentration capacity at work. On days with higher strain during the work-to-home ride, commuters reported to be more irritable back home. Moreover, commuters with low emotional stability turned out to be more affected by commuting strain but only if considering self-control impairment at home.

Impact of Project Manager Competencies on Project Success: Case of Social Projects in the City of Agadir, Morocco

2019 ◽  
Vol 10 (5) ◽  
pp. 456-469
Author(s):  
Habiba Abou Hafs ◽  
◽  
Fadila Boutora ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Leadership Skills ◽  
Personal Characteristics ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
Project Managers ◽  
Project Manager ◽  
Self Control ◽  
Behavioral Skills ◽  
Professional Characteristics ◽  
The Social ◽  
The City

The question of project manager competencies and especially in social projects is a key issue for social organizations seeking to progress and achieve success. If the manager has an important role to play with regard to the social organization, he’s however dependent on his behavioral, professional and personal capacities. The purpose of this paper is to show, on the basis of a quantitative study carried out among 120 managers of social projects in cooperatives located in the city of Agadir (Morocco), that the success of projects is conditioned by the leadership skills. Consequently, factors related to behavioral skills such as Solidarity; Involvement; Patience; Creativity; Empathy; Motivation; Trust; Commitment; Self-esteem; Transparency; Self-control; Discipline and other factors related to professional characteristics and personal characteristics of project managers prove a positive and significant relationship with the criterion of success studied.

Removing Self-stigma: The Successes of People with Schizophrenia in Removing Self-stigma Through Self-control

2018 ◽  
Vol 33 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Franciscus Adi Prasetyo ◽  
Jajang Gunawijaya
Keyword(s):  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
Study Data ◽  
Self Control ◽  
Study Quality ◽  
Data Display ◽  
Case Study Approach ◽  
Study Approach ◽  
Depth Interviews

Self-stigma experienced by people who experience schizophrenia has influence on reduced self-esteem, on powerlessness, the weakening of hope, and a motivation towards recovery. The aim of this study is to explain the efforts of people suffering schizophrenia to manage their self-stigma through self-control, using a case study approach. Based on the purposive sampling technique, five people with schizophrenia were selected as the cases to be studied. Data collection techniques utilized in-depth interviews, observation, and documentary studies. The analysis of the study data employed the stages of data reduction, data display, and data verification. Improvement in study quality employed the triangulation of data sources by checking the data to determine its consistency. The results of this study indicate that people with schizophrenia who have the ability to self-control can overcome self-stigma through changes in the manner of viewing themselves, self-training through activities, having endurance, having an honest approach, being able to explain schizophrenia from a positive viewpoint, having initiative, and having a positive attitude and the courage to face challenges.

scholarly journals Effect of school reopening on SARS-CoV-2 incidence in a low-prevalence region: Prospective SARS-CoV-2 testing in healthcare workers with primary school-attending children versus without children living at home

2021 ◽  
pp. 175717742110124
Author(s):  
Melvin Frie ◽  
Lisa M Havinga ◽  
Janneke Wiersema-Buist ◽  
Charlotte G Veldman ◽  
Marjan JT de Vries ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Cohort Study ◽  
Population Density ◽  
Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome ◽  
Primary School ◽  
Primary Schools ◽  
Healthcare Workers ◽  
Regional Strategies ◽  
Low Prevalence ◽  
At Home

Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) often presents asymptomatically or milder in children compared to adults. The role of young children in the transmission of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus-2 (SARS-CoV-2) remains largely unknown. In the Netherlands, the first action of loosening the partial lockdown that had been implemented to reduce SARS-CoV-2 transmission was the reopening of primary schools on 1 May 2020. We subsequently conducted a prospective cohort study among healthcare workers (HCWs) with primary school-attending children versus HCWs without children living at home. We tested each HCW three times for SARS-CoV-2 from May 20 to June 15 2020 at 1-week intervals. In total, 832 nasopharyngeal swabs were taken from 283 HCWs with primary school-attending children living at home and 864 nasopharyngeal swabs from 285 HCWs without children living at home. All nasopharyngeal swabs tested negative for SARS-CoV-2. In our region with a low population density and low SARS-CoV-2 prevalence, reopening of primary schools did not lead to an increase in infections. The results of this study may serve as an example for the implementation of regional strategies to reduce SARS-CoV-2 transmission in countries with large variations in both population density and SARS-CoV-2 prevalence.

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