Exercise as an Intervention for Enhancing Subjective Well-Being in an HIV-1 Population

1995 ◽  
Vol 17 (4) ◽  
pp. 345-362 ◽  
Author(s):  
Curt L. Lox ◽  
Edward MeAuley ◽  
R. Shawn Tucker
Keyword(s):  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Weight Training ◽  
Negative Mood ◽  
Training Group ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Subjective Well Being ◽  
Exercise Interventions ◽  
Exercise Participation ◽  
Hiv 1

The purpose of the present study was to examine the role of regular exercise participation as an intervention for enhancing subjective well-being in an HIV-1 population. Specifically, this study investigated the effects of a 12-week exercise intervention on physical self-efficacy, positive and negative mood, and life satisfaction. Participants (N = 33) were randomly assigned to either an aerobic exercise training group (n = 11), a resistance weight-training group (n = 12), or a stretching/flexibility control group (n = 10). Results indicated that both aerobic and weight-training exercise interventions enhanced physical self-efficacy, positive and negative mood, and satisfaction with life. Conversely, control participants experienced declines in each of these variables. Taken together, the findings seem to suggest that exercise may be one therapeutic modality capable of enhancing components of subjective well-being and should be considered a complimentary therapy for treating the psychological and emotional manifestations associated with a positive HIV-1 diagnosis.

Comparison of Two Exercise Programs on General Well-Being of College Students

2002 ◽  
Vol 91 (3_suppl) ◽  
pp. 1195-1201 ◽  
Author(s):  
Martha A. Bass ◽  
Wendy K. Enochs ◽  
Ro DiBrezzo
Keyword(s):  
College Students ◽  
Psychological Stress ◽  
Perceived Stress ◽  
Exercise Intervention ◽  
Weight Training ◽  
Training Group ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Aerobic Dance ◽  
Before And After

Responses to life stressors are associated with negative behaviors that may increase risk for illness and injury. The effect of high intensity exercise in reducing reactivity to psychological stress has been well documented among older people. The purpose of this study was to ascertain the effect of weight-training versus aerobic dance on psychological stress in college students. 45 students participated in a weight-training course, 35 students participated in aerobic dance classes, and 34 students served as a control group. The Survey of Recent Life Experiences was used to appraise stressfulness of current experiences before and after exercise intervention. On immediate retest after 8 wk. of weight-training perceived stress was significantly reduced when compared with an 8-wk. aerobic dance program, but there were no significant differences between the control group and the weight-training group or the aerobic dance group. These results suggest that a regular routine of low intensity exercise such as weight-training may reduce perceived stress on an immediate test.

scholarly journals The Effect of Loving-Kindness Meditation on Flight Attendants’ Spirituality, Mindfulness and Subjective Well-Being

Healthcare ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 8 (2) ◽  
pp. 174 ◽  
Author(s):  
Chao Liu ◽  
Hao Chen ◽  
Chia-Yi Liu ◽  
Rung-Tai Lin ◽  
Wen-Ko Chiou
Keyword(s):  
Training Group ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Flight Attendants ◽  
Training Intervention ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Subjective Well Being ◽  
Psychological Constructs ◽  
Loving Kindness ◽  
Post Test ◽  
Experimental Group

Background: This study investigated: (1) the effects of the loving-kindness meditation (LKM) on mindfulness, subjective well-being (SWB), and spirituality and (2) the relationships between mindfulness, spirituality, and SWB. Methods: 98 flight attendants from Xiamen Airlines in China were recruited and randomly assigned to the LKM training group (n = 49) or the waiting control group (n = 49). The LKM training group underwent an 8-week LKM training intervention, and the control group did not undergo intervention. The three main variables (SWB, mindfulness, and spirituality) were measured both before (pre-test) and after (post-test) the LKM training intervention. Results: In the experimental group, SWB and spirituality increased significantly. In the control group, no significant differences were observed for the three variables between the pre-test and post-test. Conclusions: Our results indicated that LKM may help to improve SWB and spirituality. However, the mechanisms which underlie the effects of the LKM on mindfulness, spirituality, SWB, and other psychological constructs require further elucidation.

Effect Of Nursing Intervention Based on Behavioral Shaping Therapy on Blood Glucose Index, Self-Efficacy and Subjective Well-Being in Elderly Patients with T2DM

2021 ◽  
Vol 7 (5) ◽  
pp. 3204-3211
Author(s):  
Wei Zhang ◽  
Ping Lin ◽  
XiaoYing Zhang ◽  
Zhen Zhao
Keyword(s):  
Blood Glucose ◽  
Elderly Patients ◽  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Nursing Intervention ◽  
Self Management ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Observation Group ◽  
Subjective Well Being ◽  
Management Ability

Objective: To investigate the effect of nursing intervention based on behavioral shaping therapy on blood glucose index, self-efficacy and subjective well-being in elderly patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). Methods: 100 elderly patients with T2DM admitted to our hospital from February 2019 to January 2020 were selected and divided into control group and observation group according to the random number table method, 50 cases in each group. The control group adopted the nursing method of routine education combined with motivation interview, and the observation group adopted the nursing method of behavior shaping on the basis of the control group. The fasting plasma glucose (FPG), 2h postprandial plasma glucose (2h PG), glycosylated hemoglobin (HbAlc) level, self-management ability score, diabetes management self-efficacy scale (DMSES) score and subjective well-being score were compared between the two groups before and after intervention. Results: The levels of FPG, 2h PG and HbAlc in the two groups were significantly decreased, and those of the observation group were significantly lower than those in the control group (P<0.05). After intervention, the total scores of self-management ability, DMSES and subjective well-being of the two groups were significantly increased, and the observation group was significantly higher than the control group (P<0.05). Conclusion: Behavioral shaping therapy combined with routine education and motivation interview can significantly improve the self-management ability, self-efficacy, blood glucose index and subjective well-being of elderly patients.

scholarly journals The Influence of Self-Efficacy and Locus of Control on Body Image: A Path-Analysis in Aspiring Fashion Models, Athletes and Students

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (11) ◽  
pp. 6128
Author(s):  
Donatella Di Corrado ◽  
Marinella Coco ◽  
Maria Guarnera ◽  
Nelson Mauro Maldonato ◽  
Alessandro Quartiroli ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Body Image ◽  
Locus Of Control ◽  
Body Dissatisfaction ◽  
Path Analysis ◽  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Health Concern ◽  
Eating Attitude ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Fashion Models

It is widely documented that negative body image is a significant public health concern due to its association with symptoms of disordered eating and worse psychological well-being. The purpose of the study was to develop a path model of intrapersonal dimensions (self-efficacy and internal locus of control) as antecedents of perceived stress toward females’ body dissatisfaction and eating attitude disorders. A total of 300 females, including 100 aspiring fashion models, 100 athletes and 100 students (controls), between 15 and 24 years of age (M = 19.6, SD = 1.85) participated in the study. Measures included level of psychological stress, self-efficacy and locus of control dimensions, body dissatisfaction and eating attitude disorder indices. A path analysis confirmed our research hypothesis. Comparing the three subsamples, we found better fit indexes in the two subgroups with elevated investment on their body image with respect the control group. More specifically, the model in the group of aspiring fashion models showed the best fit index. These results indicated that aspiring fashion models have a strong desire to maintain their low body mass or to become thinner. For this reason, a suitable involvement of expert health workers in the nutritional and psychological field could be extremely essential in the fashion world to maintain a healthier well-being.

scholarly journals Effect of recreational beach tennis on ambulatory blood pressure and physical fitness in hypertensive individuals (BAH study): rationale and study protocol

2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Rodrigo Ferrari ◽  
◽  
Leandro de Oliveira Carpes ◽  
Lucas Betti Domingues ◽  
Alexandre Jacobsen ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Blood Pressure ◽  
Physical Fitness ◽  
Ambulatory Blood Pressure ◽  
Training Group ◽  
Reduce Blood Pressure ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Recreational Sports ◽  
Exercise Interventions ◽  
Recreational Beach ◽  
Fitness Parameters

Abstract Background Different physical activities are widely recommended as non-pharmacological therapies to reduce blood pressure. However, the effectiveness of exercise programs is associated with its continuity and regularity, and the long-term adherence to traditional exercise interventions is often low. Recreational sports emerge as an alternative, being more captivating and able to retain individuals for longer periods. Besides, sport interventions have demonstrated improvements in physical fitness components that are associated with a lower incidence of hypertension. However, no studies have investigated the effects of recreational sports on 24 h ambulatory blood pressure. The aim of the present study is to evaluate the effect of beach tennis training on ambulatory blood pressure and physical fitness in individuals with hypertension. Methods This study will be a randomized, single-blinded, two-arm, parallel, and superiority trial. Forty-two participants aged 35–65 years with previous diagnosis of hypertension will be randomized to 12 weeks of beach tennis training group (two sessions per week lasting 45–60 min) or a non-exercising control group. Ambulatory (primary outcome) and office blood pressures, cardiorespiratory fitness, muscle strength/power and quality of life will be assessed at baseline and after the intervention period. Discussion Our conceptual hypothesis is that beach tennis training will reduce ambulatory blood pressure and improve fitness parameters in middle-aged individuals with hypertension. The results of this trial are expected to provide evidences of efficacy of recreational beach tennis practice on blood pressure management and to support sport recommendations for clinical scenario in higher risk populations. Trial registration ClinicalTrials.gov, NCT03909321. Registered on April 10, 2019.

scholarly journals Effect of Inquiry-Based Stress Reduction (IBSR) Intervention on Well-Being, Resilience and Burnout of Teachers during the COVID-19 Pandemic

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (7) ◽  
pp. 3689
Author(s):  
Tzofnat Zadok-Gurman ◽  
Ronit Jakobovich ◽  
Eti Dvash ◽  
Keren Zafrani ◽  
Benjamin Rolnik ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Stress Reduction ◽  
Controlled Trial ◽  
Intervention Group ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Stressful Events ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Subjective Well Being ◽  
Intention To Treat ◽  
School Year ◽  
Blended Intervention

Objective: The COVID-19 pandemic has had a major impact on teachers professional and personal lives. Our primary aim was to assess the effect of a blended Inquiry-Based Stress Reduction (IBSR), an emerging mindfulness and cognitive reframing intervention on teacher’s well-being. Our secondary aims were to assess the effect of IBSR on resilience, burnout, mindfulness, and stress among teachers during the COVID-19 pandemic. Methods: The study was a prospective controlled trial with an intervention group (N = 35) and a comparison control group (N = 32). The intervention took place in the Jerusalem District throughout the school year from November 2019 to May 2020. The sessions were conducted in blended learning that included traditional learning (face-to-face) and online learning. Data was analyzed on an intention-to-treat basis. Results: IBSR blended intervention enhanced the resilience and improved the subjective and psychological well-being of teachers in spite of the breakout of the COVID-19 pandemic and the first lockdown in Israel. Simultaneously the control group suffered from enhanced burnout levels and a decline in psychological and subjective well-being. Conclusions: Implementation of IBSR blended intervention during the school year may benefit teachers’ well-being and ability to flourish, even during stressful events such as the COVID-19 pandemic.

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