Leisure Education in a Day Hospital: The Effects on Selected Social-Psychological Variables Among Older Adults

1991 ◽  
Vol 10 (2) ◽  
pp. 95-109 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mark S. Searle ◽  
Michael J. Mahon
Keyword(s):  
Locus Of Control ◽  
Education Program ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
Analysis Of Covariance ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Day Hospital ◽  
Leisure Education ◽  
Dependent Variables ◽  
The Impact

Previous research has cited the need for leisure education programs to ensure that leisure-time experiences serve to enhance elderly individuals' psychological well-being. This study sought to determine the effects of a leisure education program on perceived leisure control, perceived leisure competence, and self-esteem among elderly patients in a day hospital. Fifty-three volunteer participants were randomly assigned to experimental and control group conditions. The experimental group received a leisure education program which occurred one hour per week for eight weeks. Both groups were administered a test battery, before and after the program, to assess the impact of the leisure education program on the dependent variables locus of control, perceived competence, and self-esteem while controlling for possible intervening variables. The results of an analysis of covariance for perceived leisure competence were statistically significant. The findings for the other dependent variables, leisure locus of control and self-esteem, were not significant. The implications of these results for researchers and the delivery of leisure services in day hospitals are discussed.

scholarly journals Evaluación de una intervención dirigida a reducir el impacto del estigma en las personas con VIH capacitándolas para afrontarlo

2015 ◽  
Vol 32 (1) ◽  
pp. 39 ◽  
Author(s):  
Maria J. Fuster-RuizdeApodaca ◽  
Fernando Molero ◽  
Silvia Ubillos
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Intervention Program ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
Analysis Of Covariance ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Primary Control ◽  
Equivalent Control ◽  
The Impact

The goal of this study was to assess an intervention program to reduce the impact of stigma on people with HIV and to enable them to cope with it. A quasi-experimental design, with non-equivalent control group and pre-and posttest was used. Participants were 221 people with HIV. of whom 164 received the intervention and 56 made up the non-equivalent control groups. The dependent variables were perception of stigma -enacted and internalized-, self-esteem, perception of self-efficacy, strategies used to cope with stigma -primary control, secondary control, and avoidance- and quality of life. Analysis of variance (MANOVAS and ANOVAS) was conducted to determine pretest differences and differential scores in both groups, and analysis of covariance (MANCOVAS and ANCOVAS) was performed to assess the efficacy of the program. The results showed reduction of perceived stigma and avoidance strategies and an increase in perceived self-efficacy to cope with stigma, disposition to use approach strategies, self-esteem, and quality of life. These results indicate that is possible to train people with HIV to cope with stigma.

scholarly journals Assessing the Impact of an Intervention Project by the Young women's Christian Association of Malawi on Psychosocial Well-Being of Adolescent Mothers and Their Children in Malawi

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mtisunge Kachingwe ◽  
Ibrahim Chikowe ◽  
Lotte van der Haar ◽  
Nettie Dzabala
Keyword(s):  
Early Childhood ◽  
Adolescent Mothers ◽  
Psychosocial Support ◽  
Intervention Group ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Parenting Skills ◽  
Young Women's Christian Association ◽  
The Impact

Adolescent mothers in Malawi face psychosocial challenges such as low resilience level, low self-esteem, poor maternal-infant interaction, and exposure to intimate partner violence (IPV). Children of adolescent mothers often face numerous risks such as low birth-weight, stunted growth, infant death, low school enrolment, increased grade repetition, and dropouts that put them at greater risk of poor developmental outcomes and socio-emotional problems. This study assessed the impact of components of a community project conducted by the Young Women's Christian association of Malawi in providing psychosocial support to adolescent mothers and their children. The goals of the project were; (1) to improve early childhood development in babies born to adolescent mothers; and (2) to enhance the psychosocial well-being of adolescent mothers (self-esteem, resilience stress, and parenting skills). This descriptive mixed methods evaluation study comprised an intervention and control groups of adolescent mothers respectively. The project had 3 centers in southern region districts of Malawi. Target population was adolescent mothers 18 years of age and below. At baseline we enrolled 267 mothers and at the end of the project we had 211 mothers. The project involved monthly meetings with adolescent mothers imparting knowledge and skills and early childhood education activities. From July 2017 to June 2019, 58 sessions were conducted. In the first year the control group had no meetings, however they received the intervention in the second year. Overall results in the intervention group showed statistically significant increase in knowledge on parenting skills (p < 0.01), nutritional practice (p < 0.01), motor skills and cognitive functions in children (p < 0.01) as well as expressive language and socio-emotional capacities in children (p < 0.01), while the change in confidence and psychosocial well-being was not statistically significant (p = 0.8823). Community projects such as these enhance parenting skills and improve development of children born to adolescent mothers. Improving psychosocial support is complex and requires further research and a more holistic approach.

scholarly journals A STUDY OF THE IMPACT OF HORTICULTURAL ACTIVITIES ON PRIMARY SCHOOL CHILDREN’S SELF-CONCEPT, WELL-BEING AND EFFECTIVENESS

2014 ◽  
Vol 13 (5) ◽  
pp. 637-649
Author(s):  
Mei-Lun Chen ◽  
Shi-Jer Lou ◽  
Wei-Fang Tsai ◽  
Chih-Cheng Tsai
Keyword(s):  
Interpersonal Relationship ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Analysis Of Covariance ◽  
Self Concept ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Relationship Skills ◽  
Measurement Tools ◽  
Research Findings ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Experimental Group

This study adopts both quantitative and qualitative methods. There are 23 subjects in the experimental group and the control group. The experimental group received the “Green Giant Growth Group” test once a week for a total of 7 times. The measurement tools were scale of self-concept, Chinese well-being and horticultural effectiveness. With respect to data analysis, the researcher adopted descriptive statistics and analysis of covariance. Feedback and interviews were included in the qualitative analysis. According to the findings of this study, horticultural activities can enhance students’ self-concept, sense of control, self-satisfaction, sense of achievement and social skills. Based on the results of interviews, by participating in horticultural activities, students increase their interpersonal relationship skills. Their behaviors match social norms, and they are more responsible, open-minded and peaceful. In line with previous research findings, this study proposes suggestions for future researchers to apply horticultural activities in education or guidance. Keywords: horticultural activities, horticultural effectiveness, horticultural therapy, self-concept, well-being.

scholarly journals Impact of physical fitness activities on students’ Basic Science achievement in selected Nigerian secondary schools

2019 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
pp. 21-31
Author(s):  
BAMIKOLE OLUDARE OGUNLEYE ◽  
Oluwasogo Ruth Ojo
Keyword(s):  
Physical Fitness ◽  
Basic Science ◽  
Science Achievement ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Analysis Of Covariance ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Global Challenge ◽  
Quasi Experimental ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Experimental Group

Poor student achievement in science is a global challenge. Sustainable Development Goals 3 and 4 targeting people’s well-being and quality education as well as previous studies linking physical exercises to improved student memory and increased concentration become relevant. This study, therefore, determined the impact of physical fitness activities on students’ Basic Science achievement. The study adopted pretest, posttest, control group quasi-experimental design. Participants included 125 JS2 students from six schools in Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria.  Instruments used were stadiometer, gymnasium mats, medicine balls, skipping ropes, cones, stopwatches, weighing scale and Achievement Test in Basic Science (r=.84). The experimental group was exposed to selected science concepts and physical fitness activities simultaneously while the control group was only taught the concepts. Data analysis employed descriptive statistics and Analysis of Covariance. Physical fitness activities had significant effect on students’ achievement (F(1,124)=347.12; P<.05). The experimental group scored higher (x̄=62.58) than control (x̄=53.76). Gender also had significant effect on achievement (F(1,124)=147.89; P<.05) with males performing better (x̄=61.04) than females (x̄=55.29). The interaction effect of treatment and gender on students’ achievement was not significant (F(1,124)=.08; P>.05). Physical fitness activities boosted students’ achievement in Basic Science. Physical fitness activities should, therefore, be implemented in schools.

scholarly journals Effects of a life-skills-based prevention program on self-esteem and risk behaviors in adolescents: a pilot study

2019 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Virginie Moulier ◽  
Hélène Guinet ◽  
Zorica Kovacevic ◽  
Zohra Bel-Abbass ◽  
Yacine Benamara ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Behaviors ◽  
Prevention Program ◽  
Life Skills ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
Controlled Study ◽  
Public Health Issue ◽  
Control Group ◽  
The Future ◽  
The Impact

Abstract Background Risk behaviors among young people are a major social and public health issue. This study aims to assess the impact of a life-skills-based prevention program (called Mission Papillagou) on self-esteem, well-being, and risk behaviors among adolescents. Method In a two-arm controlled study involving 520 school pupils aged between 10 and 15 years old, participants taking part in the prevention program (the Papillagou group) were compared to pupils who did not take part (the control group). Two assessment sessions were performed, one at baseline, and one after either the Mission Papillagou program (Papillagou group) or usual lessons (control group). Participants self-reported on their self-esteem, well-being, behaviors, interests and opinions. Results The Mission Papillagou program significantly improved Self-Esteem scores (ηρ2 = .035). Well-being (Cramér’s V = .14) and mood (“feeling of depression”: Cramér’s V = .503; “feeling hopelessness about the future”: Cramér’s V = .357; “waking up at night”: Cramér’s V = .343) also improved in the Papillagou group compared to the control group. Regarding risk behaviors, the prevention program produced a decrease in the frequency of insults (Cramér’s V = .267) and rumor-spreading (Cramér’s V = .440), and a change of opinion toward the possibility of smoking an electronic cigarette in the future (Cramér’s V = .372). Conclusion This study suggests that life-skills-based risk prevention programs are effective.

scholarly journals Bedtime Procrastination Partially Mediates the Impact of Personality Characteristics on Daytime Fatigue Resulting From Sleep Deficiency

2021 ◽  
Vol 15 ◽  
Author(s):  
Radoslawa Herzog-Krzywoszanska ◽  
Beata Jewula ◽  
Lukasz Krzywoszanski
Keyword(s):  
Locus Of Control ◽  
Personality Traits ◽  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
Personality Characteristics ◽  
Personality Factors ◽  
Bedtime Procrastination ◽  
The Impact ◽  
General Self Efficacy

Getting good and sufficiently long sleep at night is important for health, effective functioning, and well-being. However, insufficient or delayed sleep are important and growing social problems that can lead to fatigue, poor performance, deterioration of well-being, circadian rhythm disturbances, and health problems. One of the significant determinants of sleep deprivation is bedtime procrastination, which is understood as the individual tendency to postpone going to bed in the absence of any external circumstances that force one to do so. Nowadays, this phenomenon is widespread in various social groups, especially among students. Despite the high prevalence of bedtime procrastination, its relationship with personality characteristics has not yet been thoroughly studied. The presented research aimed to identify the possible impact of the basic dispositional personality traits and trait-like personality characteristics on bedtime procrastination and daytime fatigue resulting from a deficiency of sleep at night. The responses from 399 university students who voluntarily took part in an internet survey were analyzed. The severity of bedtime procrastination was assessed using the Bedtime Procrastination Scale. Five basic dispositional personality traits (extraversion, neuroticism, conscientiousness, agreeableness, and openness/intellect) and their components (aspects) were measured using the International Personality Item Pool – Big Five Aspects Scale. Self-esteem and general self-efficacy were assessed using the Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale and the General Self-Efficacy Scale. Perceived locus of control was measured using the Delta Questionnaire. The direct and indirect relationships between personality variables and daytime fatigue were investigated using linear regression models with bedtime procrastination as a mediator variable. Industriousness and orderliness, both of which are aspects of conscientiousness, were found to be indirectly associated with daytime fatigue as a consequence of their impact on bedtime procrastination. Volatility and withdrawal, both of which are aspects of neuroticism, were found to be directly related to daytime fatigue without the intermediary impact of bedtime procrastination. Self-esteem was shown to be associated with experiencing daytime fatigue, both directly and indirectly through bedtime procrastination. General self-efficacy and external locus of control were associated with daytime fatigue only directly, without the intermediary role of bedtime procrastination. The results of our research indicate that personality factors may not only play an important role in shaping sleep-related health behaviors, but they also affect well-being during the day.

Outdoor Challenge Education and Self-Esteem and Locus of Control of Children with Behavior Disorders

1987 ◽  
Vol 4 (3) ◽  
pp. 237-246 ◽  
Author(s):  
Stephen J. Langsner ◽  
Stephen C. Anderson
Keyword(s):  
Locus Of Control ◽  
Behavior Disorders ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Control Group Design ◽  
Group Design ◽  
Quasi Experimental ◽  
Equivalent Control ◽  
Challenge Education ◽  
The Impact

The impact of an outdoor challenge education program on self-esteem and locus of control of children with behavior disorders was investigated. The subjects consisted of four self-contained elementary special education classrooms of boys with behavior disorders. The experimental group consisted of two classrooms (N = 14), and the control group consisted of two classrooms (N = 17). An untreated control group design with pretest and post-test, expanded by the researcher to include two additional groups (experimental and control) without a pretest, was employed as a quasi-experimental non-equivalent control group design. There were no significant differences in either self-esteem or locus of control between the control and experimental groups as a consequence of the outdoor challenge program.

Enhancing the College Student Experience: Outcomes of a Leisure Education Program

2018 ◽  
Vol 41 (1) ◽  
pp. 90-106 ◽  
Author(s):  
Katherine A. Jordan ◽  
Ryan J. Gagnon ◽  
Denise M. Anderson ◽  
June J. Pilcher
Keyword(s):  
Life Satisfaction ◽  
College Student ◽  
Student Success ◽  
Education Program ◽  
School Belonging ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
School Satisfaction ◽  
Student Life ◽  
College Student Success ◽  
Leisure Education

Background: Experiential education in higher education provides opportunities for college student development that contribute to student success. As such, a leisure education program is posited as a complement to experiential education programming. Purpose: This study explored the impact of a leisure education program (leisure skills) on dimensions of college student success, including school satisfaction, student life satisfaction, school belonging, and self-esteem. Methodology/Approach: This study compared 531 leisure skills students with a group of 136 students not enrolled in a leisure skills class. Findings/Conclusions: The results of a repeated-measures analysis indicated leisure skills students fared better than non–leisure skills students in the measured dimensions, maintaining similar levels of school satisfaction, life satisfaction, belonging, and self-esteem over the course of the semester while the non–leisure skills students experienced decreases. Implications: Students who chose leisure skills classes experienced stability and improvement in school and student life satisfaction, school belonging, and self-esteem. Therefore, leisure education programming should be further examined as a mechanism for college student success.

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