Coping Research Articles

Impact of Mother Attachment on the Psychological Immunity among girl students studying at Senior Secondary level

Attachment can be understood as a long-lasting, deep and strong emotional bond formed between the primary caregiver (mother) and the child or infant, especially during early formative years which arises out of the human need to connect and seek affection, love, and security. It is seen that early attachment experiences impact our behaviour and relationships as adults. Mother-daughter attachment is a unique form of attachment which is studied under the Mother-Daughter Attachment Model helping us to explore and understand the attachment needs of the mother-daughter relationship across ages, cultures, and areas. The current study does not focus on the intergenerational attachment between mothers and girls, rather it tries to study the impact of gender as an independent variable on mother attachment and psychological immunity of 2160 adolescents (n1 (boys) = 1080; n2 (girls) = 1080) studying in senior secondary classes (class XI) of government and private schools in Delhi NCR. It also aims to investigate the impact of mother attachment as an independent variable on the Psychological Immunity (PI) of adolescents and among girls specifically, using linear regression analysis. It is seen that gender plays no significant role in influencing mother attachment, though girls are reported to demonstrate lesser externalizing behaviours than boys in case of avoidant or insecure attachments; however, mother attachment plays a significant role in impacting PI of students in the transition phase from childhood to adulthood. The study reveals how coping behaviours, daily stress management, and the mental well-being of adolescents are closely linked to maternal attachment, though mother attachment is not found to significantly impact the PI of girl students in particular. The need for mental health professionals to better understand the intricacies of mother-daughter relationships thereby helping to foster the need to support availability of better guidance and counselling services, healthier aging among mothers, better mental health and emotional well-being of girls and women is recommended.

Analysis of Stress-Coping Behavior of Female Tahfiz students at an Islamic Boarding School X Semarang City: A Cross-Sectional Study

Maha santri tahfiz is a term for students who live in Islamic boarding schools and are memorizing the Quran with a load three times heavier because of college, as students and memorizers of the Qur’an who must be strict in managing their time, which causes them to be often depressed so that they are easily stressed. The purpose of the study was to analyze the coping behavior of female tahfiz students. The research uses a quantitative method with a cross sectional approach. The population is 60 students with a total sampling sample. The results showed that age (p=0.036) was related to coping behavior, stress, emotion, focused coping, but not related to coping, stress, problem, focused coping. The variables of college majors, knowledge, attitudes, availability of facilities and infrastructure, availability of information, and attitudes and behaviors of the closest people are not related to the two behaviors of coping stress. Islamic boarding schools need to review the tahfiz program related to the minimum age limit and need preventive promotional efforts related to mental health problems from health and educational institutions in Islamic boarding schools

Coping Behavior, Stress Overcoming, and Attributive Styles as Adaptation Resources in Seafarers

Coping Behavior, Stress Overcoming, and Attributive Styles as Adaptation Resources in Seafarers

Development and Psychometric Properties of Coping Scales towards Adherence to Pharmacological Treatment, Heart-healthy Eating and Cardiovascular Physical Exercise

Background. Coping, within Lazarus transactional theoretical framework, is conceptualized as a dynamic set of cognitive and behavioral processes that adapt continually to manage specific demands, whether internal or external, perceived as exceeding an individual’s available resources. This framework supports understanding healthy coping behaviors, especially regarding adherence to treatment in cardiovascular disease management. Objective. Develop and validate coping scales designed to assess adherence to pharmacological treatment, heart-healthy eating, and cardiovascular physical exercise in mexican patients diagnosed with ischemic heart disease. Design. The research employed both qualitative (focus groups) and quantitative (exploratory and confirmatory factor analysis) methodologies to ensure robustness. The coping scales underwent rigorous testing, including exploratory factor analysis (EFA) and confirmatory factor analysis (CFA), which revealed a two-factor solution for medication adherence coping, a three factors solution for physical exercise adherence coping, and a three factors solution for healthy eating adherence coping. Results. The findings suggest that coping strategies, although universal in nature, are sensitive to cultural nuances among patients with ischemic heart disease. By capturing the complexities of coping behaviors within a specific cultural context, these scales provide valuable insights into the multifaceted nature of adherence to primary prevention measures. Conclusion. This study contributes to the understanding of how coping mechanisms intersect with cultural factors in the management of chronic conditions such as ischemic heart disease, highlighting the importance of tailored interventions that consider patients cultural backgrounds and individual coping styles.

Physical activity, anxiety, depression, and coping in Turkish men and women during the first wave of COVID-19.

A need exists to better understand the relationships between COVID-19, coping behaviors, physical activity and stress, and COVID-19's impact on way of life. A cross-sectional study design was used to examine adult physical activity, hope, depression, anxiety, and coping status by gender during the COVID-19 pandemic, and to determine the impact of these variables on the coping process. The study also examined the effect of gender on the relation between physical activity and dependent variables. A global survey instrument was used in this study, including 1,400 Turkish adults. This study identified significant gender-based differences regarding physical activity, hope, depression, anxiety, and coping status of adults, although no significant gender-based difference was found regarding hope scores. Furthermore, physical activity directly influenced coping (β = 0.10), hope (β = 0.12), and anxiety (β = -0.08). Hope directly and positively influenced coping (β = 0.45) and directly and negatively influenced anxiety (β = -0.25) and depression (β = -0.28). Moreover, gender did not directly affect physical activity, but it was associated with decreased coping and increased depression and anxiety. Finally, gender had no effect on the relation between physical activity and hope, coping, depression, and anxiety (p > 0.01). These outcomes support the critical importance of physical activity and hope when coping with COVID-19 regardless of gender.

Features of the relationship between aggressiveness, coping behavior and conflict in the employees of the organization

У статті представлено результати теоретичного аналізу та емпіричного дослідження проблеми взаємозв᾽язку агресивності, конфліктності та копінг-стратегій у працівників виробничої організації. Аналіз психологічної літератури з проблеми взаємозв'язку агресивності, подолання та конфліктної поведінки особистості показав, що ці поведінкові параметри тісно пов’язані між собою. Агресивна, конфліктна особистість зазвичай у стресовій ситуації обирає неконструктивні або захисні моделі долаючої поведінки. Це, як правило, пов’язано з особистісною незрілістю, відсутністю необхідних комунікативних навичок та умінь, а також – з вадами виховання. Метою дослідженняє визначення особливостей взаємозв’язку агресивності, конфліктності та копінг-стратегій у працівників фармацевтичної компанії. Наукова новизна. Проведене дослідження дозволило виявити що у досліджуваних підвищений рівень агресивності і конфліктності. Вони схильні до імпульсивного реагування в конфліктних ситуаціях, агресивного відстоювання власної точки зору, ухиляння від розв᾽язання проблеми в тих випадках, коли до конфлікту залучаються авторитетні особи.Також у досліджуваних переважають деструктивні копінг-стратегії. Це може негативно позначатися на якості ділового спілкування та продуктивності діяльності. Висновки.Аналіз особливостей взаємозв'язку між агресивністю, копінг-поведінкою і конфліктністю у співробітників організації дозволяє констатувати, що конструктивні і неконструктивні стратегії долаючої поведінки взаємопов'язані з певними параметрами агресивності, конфліктності. В деяких випадках це сприяє успішному вирішенню проблем в стресових ситуаціях. Перспективами подальшого дослідження вбачаємо розробку та апробацію інтерактивної програми, що спрямована на формування продуктивного копінгу, оптимізацію конфліктності та агресивності у працівників організацій. Ключові слова: агресивність, конфліктність, копінг-поведінка, співробітники організації.

The COVID-19 pandemic's effects on mental and psychosocial health in the Philippines: A scoping review.

Low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) remained at elevated risk for the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic because of persistent stressors to their health systems. Simultaneously facing high infection rates, strict containment measures and natural disasters, the Philippines provides important grounds for health research in LMICs. This review examined how the COVID-19 pandemic affected mental and psychosocial health in the Philippines. This scoping review included literature in English from 2020 to mid-2022 from PubMed, PsycInfo and SCOPUS, and used the PRISMA-ScR and PCC-question model. Two independent reviewers conducted blind article screening and data extraction using COVIDENCE software, followed by consensus building, data charting and analyses. This work identified 405 publications across PubMed (N=56), PsycInfo (N=106) and SCOPUS (N=243), of which 76 articles addressed the Philippines. Article types included 54 research articles, 10 opinion pieces, 4 literature reviews, 6 letters to journals, 1 study protocol and 1 other report. These findings focused primarily on health professionals (N=23) and educators/learners (N=22) and reported mostly on moderate-to-severe clinical outcomes such as fear, depression, anxiety or stress. Coping behaviors, like resiliency and other ways of adapting to the pandemic, including religious, spiritual and community-oriented approaches highlighted experiences with stringent infection prevention and control measures to contain COVID-19 in the Philippines. The COVID-19 pandemic brought severe challenges to mental and psychosocial health in the Philippines. The literature focused mostly on healthcare workers and educators/learners, and moderate-to-severe mental health outcomes in these groups. There is a need to expand studies to other sociodemographic groups and communities across the Philippines. Future work stands to benefit from more in-depth qualitative, mixed methods, longitudinal and representative quantitative research in LMICs following this pandemic. Literature reviews remain important to synthesize post-pandemic experiences by providing context for future studies and health practice in the Philippines and other LMICs.

Informational and Practical Needs of Expectant Mothers with Chronic Hepatitis B in Ghana.

Hepatitis B virus infection is a global public health problem with disproportionately high endemicity in Africa and Ghana. The current national prevalence of hepatitis B among pregnant women in Ghana stands at 7.44%, highlighting the considerable threat of chronic hepatitis B on pregnant women and their general well-being. The study explored the informational and practical needs of pregnant women with chronic hepatitis B in Ghana. Fourteen pregnant women were selected purposefully using the exploratory descriptive qualitative design. Data were analyzed using thematic analysis. The findings showed that pregnant women with chronic hepatitis B lacked knowledge about the infection and were in great need of hepatitis B-related information. The study also revealed significant financial implications for treating the infection, necessitating policy reforms and stakeholder actions. To achieve effective coping, better health-seeking, and health-promoting behaviors for better health outcomes, it is crucial to provide targeted care that comprehensively covers the specific needs of pregnant women with chronic hepatitis B. It is also essential to consider including hepatitis B management in the National Health Insurance package to improve care quality.

Mechanisms of Behavior Change for a Digital Resistance Training Intervention: A Mediation Study

ABSTRACT Introduction/Purpose Few interventions that seek to enhance resistance training behavior examine the mechanisms through which they exert their effects. Rather, many trials focus on physiological outcomes under tightly controlled training regimens. Understanding how to promote resistance training in everyday life is vital. This study aimed to examine the mediators of a remote-based 9-wk randomized controlled trial with a 4-wk self-regulation intervention period. Methods Sixty-one participants 18–35 yr of age who were not currently achieving the American College of Sports Medicine resistance training guidelines received two Zoom-based personal training sessions, resistance training equipment, and access to a Web site with training videos. After the two personal training sessions, participants were randomized to an intervention or comparison condition. Participants in the intervention condition received four weekly Zoom-based coaching calls to discuss barriers and solutions to resistance training participation. Resistance training behavior participation, self-efficacy, intention, behavioral expectations, and coping planning were assessed after the intervention period and at a follow-up 4 wk later. A mediation analysis was conducted to examine if the intervention had indirect effects on behavior through changes in any of the measured psychological variables. Results All necessary measures were completed by 96.7% of participants. After the intervention, direct effects were observed on self-efficacy (b = 0.68, standard error (SE) = 0.26, P = 0.01), intention (b = 0.77, SE = 0.27, P = 0.004), coping planning (b = 0.43, SE = 0.13, P = 0.001), and behavioral expectations (b = 19.7, SE = 5.3, P = 0.0001). Self-efficacy (b = 2.07, SE = 0.83, P = 0.01) and intention (b = 3.0, SE = 0.61, P = 0.0001) had direct effects on behavior. In the multiple mediation model, intention emerged as a significant mediator (b = 2.64, SE = 0.83, P = 0.001). Conclusion These findings suggest that changes in intention contributed to changes in behavior. Techniques that target behavioral intention may be appropriate for in-home strength-training interventions in young adults.

Navigating the New Normal: A Study on Junior Nursing Students’ Stress Perception and Coping Mechanisms in Post-Pandemic Hospital Learning

Background: This study delves into the clinical stress experienced by junior nursing students during their initial hospital-related learning experiences (RLE), exploring the relationship between coping strategies and stress alongside demographic variables. Purpose: The primary objective was to examine the stress levels of 152 regular junior nursing students and assess how coping mechanisms vary based on demographic factors. The study aimed to shed light on the predominant stressors and coping strategies prevalent in this cohort. Methods: A sequential mixed-method approach was employed, utilizing a tool adapted from Sheu (1997; 2002). The tool included a demographic information sheet, Perceived Stress Scale (PSS), Coping Behavior Inventory (CBI), and semi-structured interview questions. Data were collected from a diverse group of nursing students, encompassing aspects such as sex, age, socioeconomic status, stressors, and coping strategies. Results: The study revealed a predominantly female (84.7%) student body with an average age of 21, and approximately 38% hailing from middle-income households. Key stressors included concerns about assignments, workload, daily life stressors, and perceived inadequacy in professional knowledge and skills. Coping mechanisms predominantly involved maintaining optimism and engaging in problem-solving. Importantly, demographic variables such as sex, age, and socioeconomic status did not show statistically significant distinctions in clinical stress perception. Conclusions: Junior nursing students generally experience moderate stress levels, primarily attributed to assignments, workloads, daily life, and perceived deficits in professional knowledge and skills. Notably, maintaining optimism, problem-solving, and seeking support through transference were identified as prevalent coping mechanisms. The study emphasizes the need for prioritizing stress management support and implementing stress reduction strategies within nursing programs to enhance the well-being of junior nursing students during their initial hospital-related learning experiences.

Predator Odor Stressor, 2,3,5-Trimethyl-3-Thiazoline (TMT): Assessment of Stress Reactive Behaviors During an Animal Model of Traumatic Stress in Rats.

Animal models utilizing predator odor stress are important in understanding implications for post-traumatic stress disorder. 2,5-dihydro-2,4,5-trimethylthiazoline (TMT) has been used to measure stress reactive behaviors during TMT exposure, indicative of stress coping behaviors. In addition, long-term consequences of stress including contextual-induced stress memory, anxiety-like and hyperarousal behaviors, and subsequent increases in alcohol self-administration can also be examined after TMT exposure. In this article, we describe the TMT exposure protocol used in our lab and how we measure different stress-reactive behaviors that rats engage in during the TMT exposure. Rats are placed in Plexiglass chambers that contain white bedding on the bottom of the chamber and a metal basket in the top right corner containing a filter paper that 10 µl of TMT is pipetted onto. During the 10 min exposure, rats can move around the chamber freely. Exposures are recorded by a video camera for later analysis. During TMT exposure, rats engage in a variety of stress-reactive behaviors, including digging and immobility behavior. These are two distinctly different types of stress-induced behavioral coping strategies to measure individual differences in stress responsivity. To examine individual differences, we group rats into TMT-subgroups based on time spent engaging in digging or immobility behavior. We calculate a digging/immobility ratio score in which we divide the total time spent digging by the total time spent immobile. A cut-off strategy is used such that rats with a criterion ratio score <1.0 are classified as TMT-1 (i.e., low digging/high immobility; greater passive coping) and rats with a ratio score >1.0 are classified as TMT-2 (i.e., high digging/low immobility; greater active coping). Here, we provide a detailed description of the TMT exposure protocol and step-by-step process in evaluation of stress-reactive behaviors. © 2024 Wiley Periodicals LLC. Basic Protocol 1: Predator odor stressor exposure using TMT Basic Protocol 2: Description of stress-reactive behaviors during TMT exposure and formation of TMT-subgroups.

Психологічні підходи і техніки розвитку резильєнтності педагогів: зарубіжний досвід

This article explores the building of teacher resilience, a critical factor in sustaining educators' well-being and effectiveness in the face of various professional challenges. Resilience is understood as a person's ability to correctly allocate and use their own resources in difficult life circumstances, maintain psychological well-being and increase the level of functioning after experiencing stress. Based on the generalization of the results of the analysis of psychological sources, a number of approaches and psychological techniques for developing the resilience of teachers substantiated in foreign psychology have been singled out: cognitive-behavioral approach; an approach based on the principles of positive psychology; the concept of identifying and using the strengths and individual merits of teachers; creation and use of external resilience resources; application of psychological techniques of self-awareness; ensuring a healthy lifestyle and psychological well-being of teachers; building of teachers' resilience in the process of professional development and training. Foreign programs for the development of teacher resilience are aimed at strengthening psychological health with the help of such psychotechniques as reflection, meditation, stress management, mastering constructive strategies of coping behavior, maintaining a balance between work and personal life. Studying and using these strategies and techniques can help Ukrainian teachers maintain their psychological health in conditions of constant stress. Acquaintance with approaches to the development of teachers' resilience substantiated in foreign psychology can contribute to the development by Ukrainian scientists of psychological tools aimed at overcoming stressful situations, increasing professional and personal well-being, and building a more sustainable educational system.

Связь стратегий совладающего поведения и социально-демографических характеристик пациентов с диагнозом "рак легкого"

The article examines the connection between coping strategies and sociodemographic characteristics of patients diagnosed with lung cancer. When collecting empirical material, the authors used a questionnaire to obtain data on socio-demographic indicators and the psychodiagnostic survey technique “Methods of Coping Behavior” by R. Lazarus (adapted by T.L. Kryukova). The respondents in this study were 78 patients of the Chelyabinsk Regional Clinical Center of Oncology and Nuclear Medicine, aged from 39 to 80, with malignant neoplasms arising from the epithelium of the tissue of large and medium bronchi, small bronchioles and alveoli. The results of the study are the following. (1) A clear difference between groups of respondents on the basis of “gender” is observed in the coping strategies “confrontational coping” and “positive reappraisal”: the latter is significantly higher in women, while the former in men. The coping strategy “planning to solve a problem”, which is weakly expressed in both men and women, is separately noted; its values are below the norm of the questionnaire. (2) A significant difference between groups of respondents on the basis of “professional status” is observed in the coping strategies “distancing” and “taking responsibility”; among non-working respondents they are much more pronounced. (3) A significant difference between groups of respondents based on age is observed in the coping strategies of “distancing”, “seeking social support”, “planning to solve a problem”, and “positive reappraisal”. Respondents in the 51–60 age group have the highest values of coping “seeking social support”, “planning to solve a problem”, “positive reappraisal”, and the lowest “distancing”. Respondents in the 61–70 age group have the lowest value compared to other groups of respondents and the norm of the questionnaire for the strategy “planning to solve a problem”. Respondents in the 71–80 age group have the highest value for the strategies “seeking social support” and “distancing”, as well as a low value for “planning to solve a problem” in relation to the questionnaire norm. The results obtained can serve as a building block for the development of a scientifically based system of psychological support for both patients and medical personnel working with them at all stages of treatment: from diagnosis to remission.

The effects of psychological factors on urinary incontinence after robotic radical prostatectomy: pilot study

Urinary incontinence (UI) is a frequent complication of radical prostatectomy (RP), and identifying preoperative predictors may assist in patient selection and continence rehabilitation. We investigated the association between preoperative psychological factors and UI after RP. Consenting patients planned for RP were recruited prospectively to this pilot study. They responded to preoperative psychological surveys, including a depression anxiety stress scale, coping behavior questionnaire, general self-efficacy scale, revised life orientation test and locus of control scale (LCS). Incontinence severity was assessed by the International Consultation on Incontinence Questionnaire-Short Form (ICIQ-SF) and daily pad usage at 6 months after surgery. Correlation tests and linear regression models evaluated the association between psychological factors and UI. Twenty-five men with a median age of 69 years were enrolled. Continence outcomes at 6 months were a median ICIQ-SF score of 11 (Interquartile range (IQR) 7–14) and a median use of 2 pads per day (IQR 1–5). LCS was linearly correlated to ICIQ-SF scores (p = 0.05) and daily pad use (p = 0.005). Age and pathological staging were also linearly correlated to incontinence severity. LCS remained linearly associated with daily pad use on multivariate analysis adjusting for age and pathology (β = 0.61, p = 0.007). Locus of control is a psychological predictor for post-RP UI severity, and patients with external control may be prone to worse incontinence. The LCS may be used when counseling patients before surgery in order to clarify expectations regarding postoperative continence. Future studies to evaluate whether psychological intervention may be beneficial for continence rehabilitation are warranted.

Maternal postpartum bonding impairment and increased substance use to cope with pandemic-related stress.

Substance use rates, particularly among women, increased substantially during the COVID-19 pandemic. Psychological and economic risks disproportionately experienced by women were associated with increase in substance use patterns during the pandemic. Using substances (i.e., tobacco, alcohol, cannabis) to cope with stress is well-documented; what is less known are protective factors that were associated with less substance use during the pandemic. We examined whether mothers of young children (N = 96) who reported postpartum bonding impairment before the start of the pandemic reported greater substance use during the pandemic as a means to cope. Results from linear regression analyses found that mothers who reported higher levels of pre-pandemic mother-infant bonding impairments reported greater use of alcohol and other substances as a means to cope with pandemic stressors. These findings suggest that social connections might be a strategy to reduce substance use as a maladaptive coping behavior, especially during widespread crises such as the recent pandemic or for mothers of young children. In particular, promoting postpartum bonding through interventions might help to reduce substance use among new mothers.

Oсобливості соціальної адаптації молодших школярів та дитячо-батьківських відносин

The article reveals the peculiarities of correction of the destructive psychological influence of child-parent relations on the social adaptation of minors. The psychological impact of the parent-child relationship on the individual-psychologycal, interpersonal and microsocial spheres of the personality functioning of a child of primary school age (self-esteem, social emotions, social perceptions, social motives, social status) is revealed, which determine the peculiarities of the child social adaptation. It is shown that the violation of the parental relationship affects the display of anxiety in children of primary school age and sets negative strategies for such interaction. The relationship between parent-child relationships and parental coping behavior, which acts as a mechanism for their influence on the effectiveness of social adaptation of younger schoolchildren, has been revealed. It has been determined that the indicators of social adaptation have significant differences among junior pupils with different types of attachment to parents. A scientifically based socio-psychological program for the correction of the destructive psychological impact of parent-child relationships on the social adaptation of younger schoolchildren has been developed; its efficiency has been proved. Key words: younger schoolchildren, self-esteem, social emotions, social perceptions, social motives, social status, child-parent relationships, social adaptation.

The Multifaceted Pressures Faced by Family Caregivers of Alzheimer's Disease

Alzheimer's disease (AD) is a well-known neurodegenerative disorder characterized by the accumulation of amyloid β and tau proteins in the brain, leading to progressive cognitive decline and an eventual inability to perform daily tasks. While significant research has focused on the impact of AD on patients, less attention has been given to the challenges faced by their caregivers, who are primarily family members providing crucial support. The gap in research lies in the limited understanding of the multifaceted challenges, encompassing physical, psychological, and financial burdens, experienced by caregivers of AD patients. Although some recent studies have explored coping strategies, there is a lack of a comprehensive examination of how these strategies relate to caregivers' subjective perceptions of burden, and these studies often address specific caregiving situations without delving into the ongoing coping process. This research aims to comprehensively investigate the mental, physical, and financial burdens encountered by caregivers of AD patients and explore potential measures to alleviate these burdens. Specifically, it seeks to shed light on the coping behaviors and resources employed by caregivers, how these relate to their perceived burden, and how these challenges impact their overall well-being, employment, and quality of life. The research will draw from both domestic and international studies, with a focus on recent developments in understanding the challenges faced by caregivers. In summary, family caregivers contend with emotional and role-related conflicts, disrupted routines, missed career prospects, substantial professional care expenses, and diminished social engagement.

Stress Coping Strategies Among Undergraduate Nursing Students in The University of Nigeria Enugu Campus

Background: Undergraduate student nurses experience stress due to the demanding nature of their training. Therefore, assessing stress and coping strategies in this vulnerable group is essential. Moreover, a paucity of data exists on this subject among the study population. Aim: This study assessed the stress level, common stressors, and coping strategies adopted by undergraduate student nurses at the Department of Nursing, University of Nigeria, Enugu Campus. Methods and Materials: This study used the cross-sectional descriptive survey design. A proportionate sample method was utilized to select 196 undergraduate nursing students. The Perceived Stress Scale (PSS) and Coping Behaviour Inventory (CBI) were used for data collection. Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) version 25 was used to analyze the data using descriptive and inferential statistics. Results: The results showed that the majority of respondents (71.8%) reported feeling moderately stressed. Assignment/workload stress (2.46±0.90), stress from teachers and nursing staff (1.92±0.79), and stress from peers and daily life (1.96±0.92) were the three main stressors. Problem-solving (2.84±0.95), transference (2.54±0.95), and positive coping behavior (2.52±0.88) were the most frequently employed coping mechanisms. There was no significant difference (p &gt; 0.05) between the students' demographic characteristics and their stress levels. Conclusion: The respondents reported moderate stress levels that were comparable between the different groups. Therefore, administrators of the nursing department should incorporate stress management and reduction techniques into the orientation program and motivate students to use healthy coping mechanisms that emphasize problem-solving to promote health. Keywords: stress, coping strategies, undergraduate nursing students, stressor, level of stress

Migren tanılı ebeveynler ve çocuklarında ağrıyla başa çıkma stratejileri arasındaki ilişki: Ergenlik dönemi odaklı bir inceleme

Purpose: This study aims to scrutinize how the relationships between parents' and adolescents' coping strategies with migraine through correlational analysis of quantitative data as well as supporting qualitative information.&#x0D; Materials and Methods: This research included 70 parents and their adolescent children diagnosed with migraine after neurological evaluation. Besides the sociodemographic data, the commonly used pain coping methods by participants were examined with the Headache Questionnaire. The groups' pain coping strategies were measured with the sub-dimensions of the Pain Coping Questionnaire.&#x0D; Results: Positive and significant relationships were found between parents and adolescents in terms of the use of functional behavioral (r=.29, p=.015) and cognitive coping strategies (r=.29, p=.015). Both groups were similar in their frequency rates of preferring ineffective attack treatment and inappropriate analgesic usage. The significant correlations found between the scores of groups’ for coping with pain by seeking ineffective medical remedies supported our qualitative results (r=.35, p=.003). Conclusion: The possible roles of parents' knowledge and practices regarding pain management on their children with similar headache complaints may be variable in itself, depending on some developmental and individual issues with the onset of adolescence period.

Resilience and distress among individuals with chronic health conditions during the initial wave of the COVID-19 pandemic

BackgroundIndividuals with chronic health conditions (CHCs) have a higher risk for severe SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) infection and reported high rates of distress during the pandemic. However, research suggests individual characteristics distinguish those who are more likely to experience clinical levels of distress than others. We examined predicted differences in distress over time between individuals with CHCs who had resilient and non-resilient personality profiles. MethodsA national sample responded to an online survey that included the study measures. Individuals with CHCs (N = 649) provided complete data to an initial survey and a second administered three months later. Cluster analysis of personality traits identified resilient and non-resilient personality profiles. A longitudinal structural equation model tested an a priori model that specified the relationship of a resilient personality prototype to self-reported resilience, coping, depression and anxiety at both measurement occasions. ResultsThe final model explained 50.2 % of the variance in distress at Time 1 and 76.2 % at Time 2. A resilient personality prototype significantly predicted less distress at Time 1, and at both time points it predicted and operated through self-reported resilience and less disengaged coping to effect lower distress. LimitationsSampling biases may limit the generalizability of the study, as the study was limited to self-report data provided by those who completed the study measures at both assessments. ConclusionsIndividuals with CHCs who are particularly vulnerable to distress may have characteristics that contribute to a lower sense of confidence and rely on ineffective, disengaged coping behaviors that exacerbate their stress.