A Knowledge Synthesis of Cross-Cultural Psychotherapy Research: A Critical Review

2021 ◽  
pp. 002202212110289
Author(s):  
Eunjung Lee ◽  
Andrea Greenblatt ◽  
Ran Hu
Keyword(s):  
Critical Review ◽  
Current Knowledge ◽  
Empirical Studies ◽  
Psychotherapy Research ◽  
Knowledge Synthesis ◽  
Cross Cultural ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Power Dynamics ◽  
Therapy Process ◽  
Foreign Born

This article presents a current knowledge synthesis of empirical studies on cross-cultural psychotherapy since 1980. Guided by a critical review framework, our search in seven relevant databases generated 80 studies published in English. Main themes are organized into (1) therapists’ cultural competence ( n = 46); (2) therapy process in cross-cultural dyads ( n = 22); and (3) cross-cultural differences in gender, sexual orientation, or social class ( n = 12). Compared to previous reviews on cross-cultural psychotherapy, the findings of this review highlight a broad range of methodological rigor in both quantitative and qualitative studies. Most studies examined actual therapy participants rather than participants in analog studies, thus emulating more therapy-near experiences in cross-cultural psychotherapy research. Also, several studies explored cross-cultural compositions beyond racial and ethnic majority therapist-minority client dyads, and included therapists of color as the participants, exploring reverse power dynamics in therapy and giving voices to foreign-born therapists. The therapy process research provides rich and full descriptions around the dynamic and interactional therapy process in cross-cultural dyads, which can be used to foster cultural sensitivities among therapists in their practice and training. We discuss the limitations of the studies included in the review and its implications for psychotherapy practice, training, and future research.

Responses to Online Privacy Risks

2012 ◽  
pp. 900-910
Author(s):  
Hichang Cho
Keyword(s):  
Intellectual History ◽  
Current Knowledge ◽  
Empirical Studies ◽  
Online Privacy ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Privacy Concerns ◽  
Literature Reviews ◽  
Use Of The Internet ◽  
Privacy Risks ◽  
Self Protection

The increasing use of the Internet and the development of more sophisticated data-mining and surveillance techniques have led to growing levels of public concern about online privacy. This chapter reviews the intellectual history and current knowledge of online privacy risks. It discusses some foundational studies of privacy research. This is followed by literature reviews of empirical studies of online privacy risks. Specifically, this chapter focuses on perceptual and behavioral responses to online privacy risks, such as online privacy concerns, risk perception and optimistic bias, and self-protection behavior. It concludes with implications and directions for future research.

Workplace Envy

2020 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Michelle K. Duffy ◽  
KiYoung Lee ◽  
Elizabeth A. Adair
Keyword(s):  
Organizational Behavior ◽  
Online Publication ◽  
Current Knowledge ◽  
Cross Cultural ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Annual Review ◽  
Publication Date ◽  
The Past ◽  
Current Knowledge Base ◽  
Practical Implications

In the past 20 years, there has been a growing interest in the phenomenon of workplace envy. This article provides an overarching review and analysis of the workplace envy literature. We first consider conceptual and measurement challenges facing envy researchers. We then review the current knowledge base in the research with a focus on synthesizing what we have learned regarding workplace envy's transmutations, highlighting directions for future research. We explore two relatively understudied areas in the envy literature—antecedents of envy and the experience of being envied. We discuss methodologies used in the literature to study envy and outcomes and conclude with a focus on cross-cultural and practical implications. Expected final online publication date for the Annual Review of Organizational Psychology and Organizational Behavior, Volume 8 is January 21, 2021. Please see http://www.annualreviews.org/page/journal/pubdates for revised estimates.

Cross-National, Cross-Cultural Organizational Behavior Research: Advances, Gaps, and Recommendations

2007 ◽  
Vol 33 (3) ◽  
pp. 426-478 ◽  
Author(s):  
Anne S. Tsui ◽  
Sushil S. Nifadkar ◽  
Amy Yi Ou
Keyword(s):  
Organizational Behavior ◽  
National Culture ◽  
Explanatory Variable ◽  
Empirical Studies ◽  
International Management ◽  
Business Development ◽  
Cross Cultural ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Global Business ◽  
Cross National

The advent of the 21st century has witnessed an increasing interest in developing knowledge of international management to meet the needs of global business development. To take stock of the progress in organizational behavior research with national culture as the major explanatory variable, the authors analyzed 93 empirical studies published in the 16 leading management journals from 1996 to 2005. This analysis shows some advances but also identifies many gaps in both theory and methods. They offer seven recommendations to address these gaps and advance future research.

How and Why Do Criminal Justice Public Policies Spread Throughout U.S. States? A Critical Review of the Diffusion Literature

2010 ◽  
Vol 22 (4) ◽  
pp. 403-421 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tiffany Bergin
Keyword(s):  
Criminal Justice ◽  
Critical Review ◽  
Political Ideology ◽  
Current Knowledge ◽  
Public Policies ◽  
Great Depth ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Geographic Proximity ◽  
Comprehensive Review ◽  
Media Attention

Why do some criminal justice public policies spread rapidly throughout U.S. states, and other policies never take hold? To answer this question, this article presents the first review specifically of studies that have examined the diffusion of criminal justice policies throughout U.S. states. After a comprehensive review of key research databases, 23 studies are identified. The key findings of these studies are analyzed in great depth, with particular reference to cross-study differences in how three variables from the general policy literature—geographic proximity, political ideology, and media attention—were operationalized. The article identifies important gaps in current knowledge about the factors that affect the diffusion of criminal justice policies and suggests several directions for future research in this area.

Taking the “culture” out of “culture shock” – a critical review of literature on cross-cultural adjustment in international relocation

2017 ◽  
Vol 13 (4) ◽  
pp. 278-296 ◽  
Author(s):  
Frank Fitzpatrick
Keyword(s):  
Critical Review ◽  
Success Factors ◽  
Culture Shock ◽  
Cultural Adjustment ◽  
International Management ◽  
Cross Cultural ◽  
Social Constructionist ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Review Of Literature ◽  
Content Type

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to re-examine the use of the term “culture shock” in international management studies and cross-cultural research and to propose a paradigmatic shift in how the term is understood for future research. The experience of “culture shock” is an established concept within international management studies, engendering an industry of training designed to combat difficulties in relocation. This paper argues that the use of concept is based on a flawed understanding of “culture” and proposes an alternative perspective to help organisations prepare their employees for overseas assignments. Design/methodology/approach The paper opts for a critical review of literature to examine models of culture shock through time and theories relating to success factors in cross-cultural adjustment. In so doing, the paper revisits the notion of culture shock from a social constructionist perspective within a dialectical framework. Findings The paper challenges the notion of culture as an essential, reified concept, arguing that culture shock is not about culture, but about the dynamics of context and how individuals deal with life changes to navigate the challenges that they face. Research limitations/implications Future research should focus on context-related, interactive behaviour, framed in discourse processes, rather than predetermined a priori typologies based on cultural stereotypes. This would recognise the discursive nature of social interaction within a dialectical framework, where relational tension emerges as a result of disparity. Practical implications The paper contributes to an understanding of the complex range of factors influencing the success of relocation to guide international companies in their policies. Originality/value This paper proposes a paradigm shift in the treatment of culture shock towards a more discourse-based concept created through universal cultural and dialectical processes.

scholarly journals Competitiveness of Family Tourist Micro-Enterprises as an Element of Tourist Destination Product

2017 ◽  
Vol 9 (4) ◽  
pp. 59-76
Author(s):  
Maciej Dębski ◽  
Adriana Krawczyk
Keyword(s):  
Literature Review ◽  
Current Knowledge ◽  
Empirical Studies ◽  
Value Added ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Small Companies ◽  
Key Variables ◽  
The One ◽  
High Flexibility ◽  
Micro Enterprises

AbstractObjective: Tourist regions are characterized by a very high complexity and micro-enterprises are the largest group of entities which determine the competitiveness of the destination. However, management of such businesses has a strong specificity. The goal of this paper is to identify the capabilities of managing competitiveness and marketing of this group of entities.Methodology: Literature review, examining and discussing the current knowledge regarding the competitiveness of family tourist micro-enterprises.Findings: On the one hand, small companies have significant limitations compared to larger companies. However, the family nature of the company allows for high flexibility of management. Decisions can usually be made faster and easier, which means that they are able to adapt their offer to the expectations of customers faster and better than large entities. Also, an atmosphere of hospitality and friendship can be easily created. What is more, cooperation with other local entities should result in the ability to offer higher value to consumers.Value Added: Authors, on the bases of literature review have proposed a model that shows relations as an element of building competitiveness of a family tourist micro-enterprises. It appears that these firms have unique opportunities to develop relationships with their customers. Cooperation, quality and communication have been described as key variables responsible for this process, that should result in generating the benefits of re-selecting the services of the company as well as giving them positive recommendations.Recommendations: In the area of family businesses in tourism, there is still lack of empirical studies. That is why, the issues presented in this work should be subjected to empirical verification. Future research should concentrate on the specificity of managing a tourist family micro-enterprise and on possible sources of competitive advantage of a tourist family micro-enterprise in the eyes of customers. Especially, described model should be empirically verified.

Drivers and barriers in the consumption of alternative staples. A systematic literature review and future research agenda

2021 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Priya Shah ◽  
Amandeep Dhir ◽  
Rohit Joshi ◽  
Naliniprava Tripathy
Keyword(s):  
Negative Impact ◽  
Current Knowledge ◽  
Empirical Studies ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Environmentally Sustainable ◽  
Future Research Agenda ◽  
Research Profile ◽  
Significant Negative Impact ◽  
Demographic Attributes

PurposeMajor cereal staples such as wheat, white rice and corn have a significant negative impact on the environment, a low nutritional profile and are associated with obesity. In comparison, alternative staples (such as rye, quinoa, buckwheat, etc.) are more environmentally sustainable and nutritious, yet are underused. There has been a recent surge in research into and awareness of alternative staples, but the current understanding of the different drivers of and barriers to their consumption remains fragmented.Design/methodology/approachThe present study attempts to assimilate and incorporate the current knowledge on the drivers of and barriers to the consumption of alternative staples. Eighty-one empirical studies were curated and analysed according to stringent protocols in order to examine the existing research profile and themes arising from prior research in this domain.FindingsThe study presents a profile of the extensive existing literature examining the drivers of and barriers to the consumption of alternative staples. The thematic analysis of selected studies resulted in the identification of six drivers and seven barriers. The drivers are an awareness of health; awareness of environmental factors; recommendations; awareness of the brand, labels and source of origin; household structure and demographic attributes. The barriers are difficulty in preparation, lack of familiarity, lack of availability, lack of affordability, culture, product attributes and sensory attributes. The various research gaps and avenues for future research associated with the drivers and barriers identified are also presented.Originality/valueThe key outcomes of the study are the presentation of the research profile, the identification of various drivers and barriers, the recognition of gaps in the research and avenues for future research and, finally, the development of a theoretical framework entitled “Behavioral reasoning towards the consumption of alternative staples (BRCAS)”. The study offers various insights for nutritionists, marketers, policymakers and consumers by increasing awareness of alternative staples.

Intercultural Development Among Music Students and Teachers: A Literature Review

2021 ◽  
pp. 875512332110614
Author(s):  
Sangmi Kang
Keyword(s):  
Service Learning ◽  
Literature Review ◽  
Intercultural Competence ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Empirical Studies ◽  
Music Students ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Power Dynamics ◽  
Intercultural Development ◽  
K 12

In a diverse society, it is crucial to transform one’s attitudes from ethnocentric to ethnorelative to deeply engage in, negotiate, and reconcile various cultural manifestations. Using the umbrella term of intercultural development, I reviewed empirical studies of cross-cultural endeavors, contexts, and outcomes among music students and teachers in K–12 and higher education settings. Intercultural development takes place in various contexts, including classroom projects, university partnerships, service learning, and professional development. According to the literature, music students and teachers working in intercultural settings have elicited learning outcomes related to their intercultural development. The outcomes included intercultural competence and sensitivity, musical and pedagogical understanding, and critical awareness of power dynamics. Based on the literature review, I provide implications for intercultural development in music teaching and learning, and suggest future research directions for scholars.

Interaction of titanium dioxide nanoparticles with soil components and plants: current knowledge and future research needs – a critical review

2018 ◽  
Vol 5 (2) ◽  
pp. 257-278 ◽  
Author(s):  
Wenjuan Tan ◽  
Jose R. Peralta-Videa ◽  
Jorge L. Gardea-Torresdey
Keyword(s):  
Titanium Dioxide ◽  
Critical Review ◽  
Current Knowledge ◽  
Titanium Dioxide Nanoparticles ◽  
Food Additives ◽  
Engineered Nanoparticles ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Research Needs ◽  
Personal Care ◽  
Soil Components

Titanium dioxide nanoparticles (nano-TiO2), one of the most produced engineered nanoparticles (ENPs), are used in pigments, photocatalysis, food additives, and personal care products.

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