scholarly journals PSYCHOLOGICAL WELL-BEING AND INTERNALIZING DIFFICULTIES IN ITALIAN EMERGING ADULTS

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Livia BURATTA ◽  
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Claudia MAZZESCHI ◽  
Elisa DELVECCHIO ◽  
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...  
Keyword(s):  
Emerging Adulthood ◽  
Emerging Adults ◽  
Psychological Health ◽  
Transition Period ◽  
Life Stage ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Emotional Difficulties ◽  
Life Transition ◽  
Psychological Well Being ◽  
Internalizing Difficulties

The new theoretical view of well-being considers happiness not only as “feeling good” psychologically but, in a wider perspective, as an optimal experience in human functioning. In the last years research has examined the trajectory of psychological well-being (PWB) over the lifespan, in particular during different life transition period, and its relationship with psychological health. Few studies specifically focused on emerging adulthood, a life stage characterized by many developmental challenges. As conceived by Ryff’s model of PWB, it is a complex and multifaced construct with different dimensions. The aims of this paper were to explore the PWB dimensions in a specific population of Italian emerging adults and to analyse the link between the psychological well-being and internalizing emotional difficulties. Findings showed in Italian EA higher scores in specific dimensions of PWB such as personal growth and purpose in life, and lower scores in self-acceptance and environmental mastery. Moreover, results highlighted negative relationships between all PWB dimensions with internalizing difficulties. This study suggests the importance of exploring the specificities of PWB both in clinical and health contexts in order to promote more tailored interventions specifically aimed for internalizing difficulties. KEY WORDS: Psychological well-being, happiness, internalizing difficulties, emotional difficulties, emerging adulthood.

The Challenge of Being Both Local and Global: Bicultural Identity Integration among Indigenous Ladakhi Youth in Delhi

2021 ◽  
Vol 52 (7) ◽  
pp. 680-700
Author(s):  
Simon Ozer ◽  
Veronica Benet-Martínez ◽  
Seth J. Schwartz
Keyword(s):  
Emerging Adults ◽  
Psychological Health ◽  
Positive Association ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Cultural Orientation ◽  
Bicultural Identity ◽  
Identity Integration ◽  
Psychological Well Being ◽  
Bicultural Identity Integration ◽  
Cultural Globalization

Ladakhi emerging adults have been exposed to cultural globalization through interaction with tourists and media, as well as through prolonged stays at globalized university contexts in major Indian cities. This globalization process has been hypothesized as detrimental to psychological health, in part because it poses the challenge of integrating a local Ladakhi identity with a global Western cultural identity. In the present study, we examined how exposure to cultural globalization and bicultural identity integration (tendency to bring together one’s local and global identities) moderates the positive links of Ladakhi and Western cultural orientation with psychological well-being among Ladakhis studying in Delhi ( N = 196). We found that exposure to cultural globalization did not affect the positive association between cultural orientation and psychological well-being. Moreover, bicultural harmony and blendedness were associated with a weaker relationship between Ladakhi cultural orientation and psychological well-being and, additionally, a stronger association between Western cultural orientation and well-being. Our results highlight contemporary challenges related to being both local and global in a culturally globalized context.

Change in Self-Criticism Across Emerging Adulthood and Psychological Well-Being at Age 35: The Mediating Role of Reflectivity

2019 ◽  
pp. 216769681988219
Author(s):  
Yossi Michaeli ◽  
Daniel J. Dickson ◽  
Maor Kalfon Hakhmigari ◽  
Miri Scharf ◽  
Shmuel Shulman
Keyword(s):  
Emerging Adulthood ◽  
Emerging Adults ◽  
Personality Development ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Developmental Tasks ◽  
Psychological Well Being ◽  
Mediating Role ◽  
Longitudinal Association ◽  
Future Outcomes

Recent conceptualization and research in personality development have shown that significant changes in personality taking place during emerging adulthood where young people tend to become more emotionally mature and stable. In line with these contentions, we examined in a sample of 205 Israeli emerging adults the longitudinal association between change in self-criticism across ages 23 and 29 and positive developmental and psychological well-being outcomes at age 35. In addition, we examined the extent to which the association between change in self-criticism and future outcomes would be mediated through reflectivity. Findings indicated that greater decrease in self-criticism during emerging adulthood associated with greater reflective capability at age 29 and both longitudinally associated with greater achievement of developmental tasks and better psychological well-being at age 35. Additionally, associations of decrease in self-criticism with future outcomes were mediated through reflectivity. These findings point to maturity processes that can explain outcomes in young adulthood.

scholarly journals PSYCHOLOGICAL WELL-BEING AND SPIRITUAL INTELLIGENCE AS PREDICTORS OF SUICIDAL IDEATION AMONG EMERGING ADULTS IN MALAYSIA

2019 ◽  
Vol 4 (32) ◽  
pp. 139-148
Author(s):  
Suh Jin Foo ◽  
Kah Wah Lo ◽  
Wirawahida Kamarul Zaman ◽  
Sanggari Krishnan ◽  
Komathi Lokithasan
Keyword(s):  
Suicidal Ideation ◽  
Emerging Adults ◽  
Psychological Health ◽  
Pearson Correlation ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Spiritual Intelligence ◽  
Self Report ◽  
World Population ◽  
Psychological Well Being ◽  
The World

Suicide behavior is one of a worrisome issue not only in Malaysia but all over the world. The World Population Review and Statista in 2019 reported suicide case in Malaysia was 5.5 per 100,000 inhabitants in 2016 and showed an increasing pattern for the past three years(WHO,2018) revealed that most of the suicide cases lead to mortality came from the age of 15 to 29 years old. The current study aims to explore the suicidal ideation issue of emerging adults between the age of 18 to 25 years old. During this period, they may face many challenges such as searching for self-identity, instabilities of life, and sudden loss of life direction due to no or few obligation and commitment to others, which may have an impact towards their psychological health (Eccles, Templeton, Barber, & Stone, 2003). Therefore, the objective of this study is to identify the relationship between psychological well-being and spiritual intelligence and suicidal ideation among emerging adults in Malaysia. A total of 304 samples were recruited, but only 271 samples had completed the questionnaires, which was collected through the online and paper-and-pencil method. The Scale of Suicidal Ideation (SSI), Ryff’s Psychological Well-Being Scale-42 items, and Spiritual Intelligence Self-Report Inventory-24 items were used to measure all variables in this study. Data collected was calculated using the Statistical Package for Social Science (SPSS) software version 25.0. Results of the Pearson correlation showed that there was a significant negative correlation between psychological well-being and suicidal ideation while a significant positive correlation between spiritual intelligence and suicidal ideation. Results of multiple linear regression found out psychological well-being, and spiritual intelligence statistically predicted suicidal ideation. Spiritual intelligence is the best predictor of suicidal ideation. Implications and limitations of this study were discussed, and recommendations for future studies were made.

scholarly journals The Influence of Connectedness to Nature on Psychological Well-Being: Evidence from the Randomized Controlled Trial Play&Grow

Challenges ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 12 (1) ◽  
pp. 12
Author(s):  
Tanja Sobko ◽  
Gavin T. L. Brown
Keyword(s):  
Randomized Controlled Trial ◽  
Young Children ◽  
Psychological Health ◽  
Mental Health Problems ◽  
Controlled Trial ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Path Model ◽  
Psychological Well Being ◽  
Connectedness To Nature ◽  
Randomized Controlled

Urbanized children today have fewer opportunities to interact with nature which may lead to a greater risk of mental health problems. The objective of this randomized controlled trial was to investigate which particular changes in connectedness to nature (CN) would improve psychological well-being (PW) in young children. Six hundred and thirty-nine preschoolers (52.0% boys, age 34.9 ± 9.5 months) participated in Play&Grow, an early environmental education intervention. Children’s CN and PW were evaluated by parents before and after the program with validated measures; the CNI-PPC (four factors) and the SDQ, Strength and Difficulties questionnaire (five factors), respectively. The effectiveness of the intervention on the primary outcomes (CN, PW) as well as the relationship between them was analyzed in a repeated measures path model with intervention status as a causal predictor. Specific CN factors consistently increased ProSocial behavior and reduced Hyperactivity and Emotional problems. In summary, this study showed that the previously reported impact shifted from the total CN score to the specific CN factors. The Play&Grow intervention positively increased children’s CN and improved some aspects of psychological well-being in children which is a preliminary evidence of developmental benefits of connecting young children with nature. Our results indicate promising direction of action for the improvement of families’ psychological health.

scholarly journals Disclosure and health-related outcomes among children living with HIV and their caregivers

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Margaret Amankwah-Poku ◽  
Delight Abla Klutsey ◽  
Kwaku Oppong Asante
Keyword(s):  
Medication Adherence ◽  
Psychological Health ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Demographic Variables ◽  
Hiv Status ◽  
African Countries ◽  
Psychological Well Being ◽  
Adherence To Medication ◽  
Living With Hiv

Abstract Background The prevalence of disclosure of status to children living with the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) is low in most sub-Saharan African countries, leading to poor compliance and adverse psychological outcomes in these children. This study examined the influence of disclosure on health outcomes in children living with HIV and their caregivers. Methods Using a cross-sectional design, 155 HIV-positive children between age 6–15 years and their caregivers were administered standardized questionnaires measuring adherence to medication, children's psychological well-being, caregiver burden, and caregivers’ psychological health. Results Results indicated that only 33.5% of the children sampled knew their status. Disclosure of HIV status was significantly related to medication adherence, psychological wellbeing, the burden of caregiving, and the length of the disclosure. A child’s age and level of education were the only demographic variables that significantly predicted disclosure of HIV status. In a hierarchical analysis, after controlling for all demographic variables medication adherence, psychological well-being and burden of caregiving were found to be significant predictors of disclosure of status in children living with HIV. Conclusions Findings suggest the need for disclosure of status among children living with HIV for a positive impact on their medication adherence and psychological health. These findings underscore the need for the development of context-specific interventions that will guide and encourage disclosure of status by caregivers to children living with HIV.

Psychological Well-being and Active Ageing: Maintaining Quality of Life in Older Age

2009 ◽  
Vol 24 (S1) ◽  
pp. 1-1 ◽  
Author(s):  
T. McFarquhar ◽  
A. Bowling
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Psychological Health ◽  
General Health Questionnaire ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Poor Mental Health ◽  
Postal Survey ◽  
Active Ageing ◽  
Psychological Well Being ◽  
British Sample

Aims:To investigate the relationship between psychological well-being and measures of active ageing in a British sample of older people. Active ageing is the process of optimising opportunities for health, participation and security to embrace quality of life as people age.Methods:A national survey of quality of life and psychological well-being including 999 people aged ≥65 years living in private households in Britain commenced in 1999. in the most recent follow up of 2007, 323 survivors aged ≥72 years completed a postal survey regarding their quality of life and specifically the process of active ageing. A subset of 42 participants was also interviewed qualitatively in 2008 about their perceptions of active ageing. Psychological well-being at baseline was measured using the 12 item General Health Questionnaire (GHQ12) and correlated with measures of active ageing at baseline and in subsequent follow ups. Measures of active ageing included number and frequency of leisure and social activities, physical ability and access to support networks.Results:A significant positive relationship between psychological well being and measures of active ageing was found at baseline (p< 0.05). Measure of active ageing in 2007 were also correlated with psychological well-being at baseline (p< 0.05). Qualitative interviews in 2008 provided additional insights into this relationship.Conclusions:Results suggesting a strong relationship between psychological health and ageing actively. Good psychological health may allow the elderly to maintain an active and fulfilling lifestyle and reduce isolation and dependence, which in turn may protect against some aspects of poor mental health.

From Piggy Banks to Significant Others: Associations Between Financial Socialization and Romantic Relationship Flourishing in Emerging Adulthood

2021 ◽  
pp. 0192513X2110575
Author(s):  
Ashley B. LeBaron-Black ◽  
Matthew T. Saxey ◽  
Toby M. Driggs ◽  
Melissa A. Curran
Keyword(s):  
Emerging Adulthood ◽  
Emerging Adults ◽  
Financial Distress ◽  
Romantic Relationship ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Childhood And Adolescence ◽  
Financial Socialization ◽  
Financial Outcomes ◽  
Financial Behaviors ◽  
Relationship Outcomes

While a plethora of research has found that parent financial socialization during childhood and adolescence is linked with financial outcomes in emerging adulthood, recent literature suggests that financial socialization may also impact romantic relationship outcomes in emerging adulthood. Utilizing a sample of 1,950 U.S. emerging adults, we test whether retrospectively recalled parent financial socialization is associated with romantic relationship flourishing and whether this association is mediated by financial behaviors and financial distress. We found that financial socialization was positively associated with financial behaviors and relationship flourishing and was negatively associated with financial distress. Further, financial behaviors partially mediated the association between financial socialization and relationship flourishing, while financial distress did not mediate the association. Together with previous literature, these findings provide useful information for therapists and educators in their pursuit to promote robust parent financial socialization in childhood and adolescence and both financial and relational well-being in emerging adulthood.

Work from home: Indonesian employees' mental well-being and productivity during the COVID-19 pandemic

2021 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Auditya Purwandini Sutarto ◽  
Shanti Wardaningsih ◽  
Wika Harisa Putri
Keyword(s):  
Psychological Health ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Work Performance ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Path Model ◽  
Equation Modeling ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Psychological Well Being ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Mental Well Being

PurposeThe purpose of this study is to explore to what extent employees' mental well-being affects their productivity while working from home (WFH) during the COVID-19 crisis and whether mental well-being and productivity differ across some socio-demographic factors.Design/methodology/approachA cross-sectional study with online questionnaires was designed with 472 valid responses in Indonesia. Depression, Anxiety and Stress Scale (DASS-21) and Individual Work Performance Questionnaire (IWPQ) were administered. Non-parametric tests and structural equation modeling were employed to analyze the data.FindingsThe prevalence of depression was 18.4%, anxiety 46.4% and stress 13.1%, with relatively good productivity. Gender, age, education level, job experiences, marital status, number of children and nature of the organization were associated with the employees' psychological health but not with their productivity, while the workspace availability influenced both outcomes. The study path model showed the negative correlation between WFH employees' psychological well-being and productivity.Research limitations/implicationsThis study may contribute to the implication of current mandatory WFH on mental well-being and productivity. Further studies need to address the representativeness and generalizability issues as well as incorporating potential stressors.Practical implicationsOrganizations may adopt WFH as a future working arrangement and identify the individual and occupational characteristics that provide the most impacts on productivity. It is also necessary for them to develop proper strategies to mitigate the psychological risks and overcome the WFH challenges.Originality/valueThere is still a lack of studies investigating the relationship between simultaneous effects of WFH on psychological well-being and productivity, and how they affect some socio-demographic variables in the context of COVID-19.

Abstract P087: Association of Psychological Well-Being With Cardiac Repolarization

Circulation ◽  
2012 ◽  
Vol 125 (suppl_10) ◽  
Author(s):  
Amit J Shah ◽  
Robert Carney ◽  
Elsayed Z Soliman ◽  
Viola Vaccarino
Keyword(s):  
Psychological Health ◽  
Disease Risk ◽  
Cardiovascular Disease Risk ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Left Ventricular ◽  
Morbidity And Mortality ◽  
Psychological Well Being ◽  
Psychological Wellness ◽  
Increased Risk ◽  
The Mean

Background: Abnormal frontal T-axis is an independent predictor of mortality, and may be influenced by increased sympathetic tone and cardiovascular disease risk factors. Factors related to poor psychological health, such as depression, are associated with increased risk of CVD morbidity, although the mechanisms are not clear. We tested the hypothesis that: 1) reduced psychological wellness is associated with abnormal T-axis and 2) this association may help to explain the excess risk of CVD morbidity and mortality related to poor psychological health. Methods: We studied 4485 community-based adults aged 25–65 years without a history of CVD from NHANES I (1971–75) who were monitored for CVD hospitalization and death until 1993. Those with ECG evidence of previous MI, left ventricular hypertrophy, and major ventricular conduction defects (QRS interval ≥ 120 ms) were excluded. Frontal T-axis was obtained through 12-lead ECG, and a deviation of ≥ 30° from normal (45°) was considered abnormal. Psychological well-being was measured with the General Well-Being Scale (GWB). Results: The mean ± SD age was 43.1 ± 11.5 years and 55% were women. The mean ± SD GWB score was 80.5 ± 17.3, the median frontal T-axis was 51°, and 13% had an abnormal T-axis. In cross-sectional analysis adjusting for age, sex, and race, a 1-SD decrease in GWB was associated with an OR of 1.12 for abnormal T-axis (p=0.01). This effect was unchanged after adjusting for systolic blood pressure, smoking, diabetes, total cholesterol, and BMI. Abnormal T-axis was associated with CVD hospitalization/death (adjusted HR 1.29, p=0.01), as was GWB (adjusted HR 1.104 per 1-SD decrease, p=0.01). When both factors were included in the model, the HR of GWB decreased by 8% to 1.096 (p=0.02). Conclusion: Abnormal frontal T-axis is modestly but significantly associated with reduced psychological wellness. Although this association may help understand neurocardiac relationships, it does not substantially explain morbidity and mortality associated with reduced psychological wellness.

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