scholarly journals Examining the Structure of Difficulties in Emotion Regulation Scale with Chinese Population: A Bifactor Approach

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (8) ◽  
pp. 4208
Author(s):  
Lingling Xu ◽  
Jialing Li ◽  
Li Yin ◽  
Ruyi Jin ◽  
Qi Xue ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Emotion Regulation ◽  
Chinese Population ◽  
Bifactor Model ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Analysis Method ◽  
Future Directions ◽  
Difficulties In Emotion Regulation ◽  
Bifactor Modeling ◽  
High Degree ◽  
The Impact

The Difficulties in Emotion Regulation Scale (DERS), as one of the most frequently employed measures of emotion regulation (ER), has increasingly been used in numerous researches and applications. However, the structures derived from previous factor-analytic studies have a high degree of inconsistency. In the current study, both the traditional factor analysis method and novel (bifactor) modeling approaches were employed to examine the most optimal measurement structure of the DERS in a sample of 1036 Chinese participants. After a series of comparisons, the findings indicated that the bifactor model, with a general ER factor and four distinct subdimensions, was the most optimal structure for the DERS. Based on the study’s findings, the discussion was focused mainly on the future directions and the implications of this bifactor model. The impact and limitations of the study were also discussed, and several suggestions for future research were provided at the end of the paper.

“Paint It Black”

2018 ◽  
Vol 39 (4) ◽  
pp. 196-203 ◽  
Author(s):  
Oulmann Zerhouni ◽  
Johan Lepage
Keyword(s):  
Emotion Regulation ◽  
Conditioned Stimulus ◽  
Evaluative Conditioning ◽  
Maladaptive Behaviors ◽  
Future Directions ◽  
Contingency Awareness ◽  
Difficulties In Emotion Regulation

Abstract. The present study is a first attempt to link self-reported difficulties in everyday emotion regulation (ER) with evaluative conditioning (EC). We conducted a within-subject study in which participants (n = 90) filled the Difficulties in Emotion Regulation Scale (DERS) and were exposed to neutral conditioned stimulus (CS) paired with mildly or highly arousing negative unconditioned stimuli (USs) and positive USs. Participants then filled a contingency awareness measure. Results showed (i) that CSs paired with highly arousing negative USs were more negatively evaluated, (ii) that the EC effect with highly and mildly arousing negative USs was stronger among participants with greater self-reported difficulties in everyday ER. Moreover, participants were more likely to be aware of the CS-US contingencies with highly (vs. mildly) arousing negative USs. Implications for the understanding of maladaptive behaviors and for future directions in EC research are discussed.

Aversive Racism: Foundations, Impact, and Future Directions

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Audrey Murrell
Keyword(s):  
Social Identity ◽  
Social Impact ◽  
Racial Bias ◽  
Intergroup Bias ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Aversive Racism ◽  
Future Directions ◽  
Research And Practice ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Bias And Discrimination

The concept of aversive racism has had a significant impact on theory, research, and practice devoted to better understanding bias, discrimination, and persistent disparities based on social identity group such as race, gender, social class, and so on. Originally developed to better explain subtle forms of bias toward racial and minoritized groups, this concept has been extended to understand the impact of disparities in a range of diverse settings, such as intergroup relations, health outcomes, fairness in employment setting, intergroup conflict, educational outcomes, racial bias in policing, experiences of stress and mental health issues, and persistent economic disparities. A core facet of the aversive framework paradigm is that because of human biases that are deeply rooted within a historical context and reinforced by ongoing societal ideologies, unintentional and subtle forms of discrimination emerge and persist. Given that these subtle forms of bias and discrimination exist within otherwise well-intentioned individuals, strategies to eliminate them require understanding the complexity of the aversive racism phenomenon in order to develop effective social interventions. This article reviews the foundation, research, and impact of this important body of work. In addition, the concept of aversive racism is discussed in connection to emerging research on microaggressions and unconscious (implicit) bias in order to create a more integrated framework that can shape future research and applications. Lastly, practical implications for organizations and future directions are explored, such as using social identity as a theoretical lens, including global perspectives on intergroup bias and leveraging emerging work on intersectionality, as useful perspectives to extend the aversive racism framework. Setting a future agenda for research and practice related to aversive racism is key to greater understanding of how to reduce intergroup bias and discrimination through interventions that cut across traditional academic and discipline boundaries as one approach to create meaningful and long-lasting social impact.

scholarly journals Impact of COVID-19 lockdown measures on a cohort of eating disorders patients

2020 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Paulo P. P. Machado ◽  
Ana Pinto-Bastos ◽  
Rita Ramos ◽  
Tânia F. Rodrigues ◽  
Elsa Louro ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Emotion Regulation ◽  
Eating Disorder ◽  
Negative Impact ◽  
Self Report ◽  
Specialized Hospital ◽  
Impact Scale ◽  
Difficulties In Emotion Regulation ◽  
Clinical Impairment ◽  
Current Survey ◽  
The Impact

Abstract Background Lockdown implemented to prevent the COVID-19 spread resulted in marked changes in the lifestyle. The objective of the current study was to assess the impact of lockdown measures on a cohort of eating disorder (ED) patients being followed as part of an ongoing naturalistic treatment study. Methods Ninety-nine patients aged 18 or older, currently or previously, in treatment at a Portuguese specialized hospital unit were contacted by phone and invited to participate in the current survey. Fifty-nine agreed to be interviewed by phone, and 43 agreed to respond to a set of self-report measures of ED symptoms, emotion regulation difficulties, clinical impairment, negative urgency, and COVID-19 impact, during the week after the end of the lockdown period. Results Data showed that of the 26 patients currently in treatment: 8 remained unchanged (31%), 7 deteriorated (27%), and 11 reliably improved (42%). Of the 17 participants not currently in treatment: 3 deteriorated (18%), 9 remained unchanged (53%), and 5 (29%) improved after the lockdown period. The Coronavirus Impact Scale showed that most patients considered their routines moderately or extremely impacted, experienced stress related to coronavirus, and showed difficulty in maintaining physical exercise and feeding routines. Results suggest that higher impact of COVID-19 lockdown was significantly correlated with eating disorder symptoms and associated psychopathology, impulsivity, difficulties in emotion regulation and clinical impairment measured at post-lockdown. In addition, the impact of COVID-19 and lockdown measures on clinical impairment was mediated by difficulties in emotion regulation. Conclusions Findings suggest that some ED patients may experience worsening of their condition, especially if associated with difficulties in emotion regulation, and these difficulties might be exacerbated in the context of a stressful crisis and lockdown measures, highlighting the need for intervention strategies to mitigate its negative impact.

Children’s and Adolescents’ Emotion Regulation in the Context of Parental Incarceration

2017 ◽  
pp. 351-373
Author(s):  
Janice Zeman ◽  
Danielle Dallaire
Keyword(s):  
Emotion Regulation ◽  
Parental Incarceration ◽  
Family Reunification ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Emotion Coaching ◽  
Incarcerated Parents ◽  
Children's Emotion ◽  
Psychological Maladjustment ◽  
Psychological Educational ◽  
The Impact

This chapter discusses children’s emotion regulation and adjustment in relation to parental incarceration. Parental incarceration may contribute to psychological maladjustment by disrupting the attachment bond between the parent and child and by influencing the development and deployment of maladaptive emotion regulation competencies. A nascent body of research indicates children of incarcerated parents are at risk for negative socio-emotional, psychological, educational, and health outcomes. Limited studies have investigated the impact incarceration has on emotion regulation; preliminary findings demonstrate children who manifest stronger emotion regulation skills have fewer negative psychological outcomes. Thus, a more comprehensive investigation of emotion regulation competencies fostering resilience is warranted. Additionally, future research investigating the impact of modeling and emotion coaching by key socializing figures is warranted. Training children and caregivers to manage affect during emotionally-provocative situations during the incarceration period (e.g., visitations, family reunification) may promote healthy adjustment.

scholarly journals Eco-Innovation Research in Indonesia: A Systematic Review and Future Directions

2020 ◽  
Vol 5 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Budi Harsanto
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Search Strategy ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Future Directions ◽  
Innovation Research ◽  
The Past ◽  
The Impact ◽  
To Receive ◽  
Level Of Analysis ◽  
Research Analysis

Innovation by considering the impact to the ecological environment, known as eco-innovation, continues to receive increasing attention in at least the past two decades. This paper aims to provide an analysis on recent development of eco-innovation research in Indonesia and provide some potential avenues for future research. Analysis is carried out using systematic literature review (SLR) techniques to synthesize knowledge development of a scientific field in a structured, transparent, and reliable manner. The search was conducted on three academic databases, including Scopus, Google Scholar, and the local academic database of Garuda (<em>Garba Rujukan Digital</em>). Data analyzed using content analysis. The analysis shows that scholarly publication of eco-innovation research in Indonesia is still rare. The topics discussed can be categorized into several categories such as the driver of eco-innovation, R&amp;D for eco-innvation, eco-innovation performance, which addresses various types of eco-innovation and different level of analysis. Potential research avenues are then identified at the end of the paper. This is the first systematic review on eco-Innovation in Indonesia, and first combining systematic search strategy in the both local and international academic database.

Future directions in neutrality research: symmetry and transparency

2014 ◽  
Vol 25 (3) ◽  
pp. 226-242
Author(s):  
Keri Szejda Fehrenbach ◽  
Amy S. Ebesu Hubbard
Keyword(s):  
Significant Contribution ◽  
Equal Treatment ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Review Of Literature ◽  
Journal Articles ◽  
Future Directions ◽  
Comprehensive Review ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Future Behavior ◽  
The Impact

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to provide a comprehensive review of the neutrality literature and suggests areas ripe for future research. Design/methodology/approach – The authors reviewed journal articles on the topic of neutrality in mediation, which included theoretical viewpoints and empirical research on practicing mediators’ understanding of neutrality. Findings – The review of literature revealed that party perspectives are largely missing from current neutrality literature. Two potential concepts emerged from the authors' review of literature that could potentially influence parties’ attributions of mediator neutrality: symmetry and transparency. Symmetry refers to the equal treatment of parties, whereas transparency refers to providing an explanation of past or future behavior. Research on whether symmetry and transparency are key influences on party assessment of mediator neutrality could make a significant contribution to the field. Research limitations/implications – The authors call on researchers with diverse methodological perspectives to examine, from the party’s perspective, important questions regarding the meaning of neutrality, mediator strategies to successfully enact neutrality and the impact of neutrality on mediation outcomes. Originality/value – Neutrality is arguably one of the most important concepts to the mediation field. Despite its significance to the field, only limited research has been conducted to better understand how neutrality is enacted in practice. This paper provides a comprehensive review of the literature and provides a launching point for future research.

Companion-Animal Relinquishment: Exploration of the Views Expressed by Primary Stakeholders within Published Reviews and Commentaries

2019 ◽  
pp. 1-22
Author(s):  
Kim Lambert ◽  
Jason Coe ◽  
Lee Niel ◽  
Cate Dewey ◽  
Jan M. Sargeant
Keyword(s):  
Companion Animal ◽  
Research Articles ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Social Phenomenon ◽  
Analysis Method ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Insight Into

AbstractThere is a need to further understand companion-animal relinquishment in order to prevent it. This study explored published reviews and commentaries, written by primary stakeholders, on companion-animal relinquishment, including 77 reviews and commentaries published between 1973 and 2011. The analysis-method framework is conducive to analyzing reviews and commentaries on a complex social phenomenon such as companion-animal relinquishment. Four themes emerged: identified reasons caretakers relinquish, solutions to relinquishment, euthanasia as an outcome of relinquishment, and the role of research in addressing relinquishment. Research-based views about reasons for relinquishment were most commonly discussed. Only a few research articles were cited, highlighting the impact of these few studies on stakeholders’ perceptions. The predominant solution discussed was education, while future research suggestions focused on investigating interventions. Findings provide insight into the influences on stakeholders’ views, including their use and interpretation of existing research.

The impact of salesperson customer orientation on sales performance via mediating mechanism

2015 ◽  
Vol 30 (5) ◽  
pp. 594-607 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rakesh Singh ◽  
Pingali Venugopal
Keyword(s):  
Emotion Regulation ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Customer Orientation ◽  
Sales Performance ◽  
Sales Force ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Individual Level ◽  
Natural Rewards ◽  
The Impact

Purpose – This study aims to address the need to study salesperson’s customer orientation and its effectiveness to explain the efficacy of predispositions and skills at individual level. This study is set in the Indian context and, therefore, offers a detailed insight from an Indian sales force perspective. Also, this study introduces self-leadership into sales literature. Design/methodology/approach – A model was tested using survey data collected from salespeople within a print media company located in India. A structural equation model was used to test the hypotheses. Findings – The results suggest an interesting interplay between salesperson’s customer orientation and his/her sales performance. The relationship between customer orientation is fully mediated by salesperson’s emotion regulation ability and his/her salesmanship skills. Results support the role of natural rewards strategies as driver of individual level customer orientation which will be of great interest in future research in this area. Research limitations/implications – The research suggests that a salesperson’s customer orientation relates positively with sales performance through two process variables – emotion regulation and salesmanship skills. Within an Indian sales force, individual salesperson’s customer orientation is significantly influenced by his/her natural rewards strategies which have important implication for sales force recruitment. Moreover, sales training and other interventions targeted toward building salesmanship skills and emotion regulation abilities may actually enhance effectiveness of customer-oriented sales force. Theoretical and managerial applications are also discussed. Originality/value – This study extends the literature through its examination of an Indian sales force, the incorporation of self-leadership construct (natural rewards strategies) and its argument for an alternative approach toward salesperson’s customer orientation effectiveness.

scholarly journals A Preliminary Study toward Consistent Soil Moisture from AMSR2

2015 ◽  
Vol 16 (2) ◽  
pp. 932-947 ◽  
Author(s):  
Robert M. Parinussa ◽  
Thomas R. H. Holmes ◽  
Niko Wanders ◽  
Wouter A. Dorigo ◽  
Richard A. M. de Jeu
Keyword(s):  
Soil Moisture ◽  
Microwave Radiometer ◽  
Tropical Rainfall Measuring Mission ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Earth Observing System ◽  
Global Comparison ◽  
Global Soil ◽  
Preliminary Study ◽  
High Degree ◽  
The Impact

Abstract A preliminary study toward consistent soil moisture products from the Advanced Microwave Scanning Radiometer 2 (AMSR2) is presented. Its predecessor, the Advanced Microwave Scanning Radiometer for Earth Observing System (AMSR-E), has provided Earth scientists with a consistent and continuous global soil moisture dataset. A major challenge remains to achieve synergy between these soil moisture datasets, which is hampered by the lack of an overlapping observation period of the sensors. Here, observations of the multifrequency microwave radiometer on board the Tropical Rainfall Measuring Mission (TRMM) satellite were used to improve consistency between AMSR-E and AMSR2. Several scenarios to achieve synergy between the AMSR-E and AMSR2 soil moisture products were evaluated. The novel soil moisture retrievals from C-band observations, a frequency band that is lacking on board the TRMM satellite, are also presented. A global comparison of soil moisture retrievals against ERA-Interim soil moisture demonstrates the need for an intercalibration procedure. Several different scenarios based on filtering were tested, and the impact on the soil moisture retrievals was evaluated against two independent reference soil moisture datasets (reanalysis and in situ soil moisture) that cover both individual observation periods of the AMSR-E and AMSR2 sensors. Results show a high degree of consistency between both satellite products and two independent reference products for the soil moisture products retrieved from X-band observations. Care should be taken in the interpretation of the presented soil moisture products, and future research is needed to further align the AMSR2 and AMSR-E sensor calibrations.

scholarly journals Saving Costs for Hospitals Through Medical Clowning: A Study of Hospital Staff Perspectives on the Impact of the Medical Clown

2020 ◽  
Vol 14 ◽  
pp. 117955652090937 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jack Gomberg ◽  
Amnon Raviv ◽  
Eyal Fenig ◽  
Noam Meiri
Keyword(s):  
Cost Saving ◽  
Patient Outcomes ◽  
Medical Staff ◽  
Hospital Staff ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Research Projects ◽  
Lower Stress ◽  
Future Directions ◽  
Medical Clown ◽  
The Impact

This study explores the perspectives of doctors, nurses, and technicians on the medical clown. A total of 35 subjects were interviewed one on one. Interviews were transcribed and analyzed for common themes. Medical staff outlined novel limitations and views of future directions for the field of medical clowning. Most importantly, many previously unpublished benefits of medical clowns were described. These reported benefits included cost-saving measures for the hospital, increases in staff efficiency, better patient outcomes, and lower stress in medical staff. Given that most of the limitations on medical clowning are financial in nature, these findings have substantial implications for the future of the field. As medical clowning continues to grow, this study outlines the potential for various future research projects within this field of study.

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