Dimensions Of Well-being Research Articles

Subjective Well-Being and Burnout Among the Maternal and Child Health Workforce.

This study investigates burnout and subjective well-being among the Maternal and Child Health (MCH) workforce, considering recent events such as the Dobbs decision, the maternal mortality crisis, and the COVID-19 pandemic. An anonymous web-based, cross-sectional survey was conducted among 313 MCH professionals in the United States. Data were collected using validated measures, including the Maslach Burnout Inventory-Human Services Survey (MBI-HSS) and the Oxford Happiness Questionnaire (OHQ) short scale. Sociodemographic characteristics and factors associated with burnout and subjective well-being were examined using univariate statistics and multivariable models. Analysis revealed moderate levels of burnout among MCH professionals, particularly in emotional exhaustion. However, subjective well-being levels were relatively high. After controlling for covariates, significant associations were found between subjective well-being and burnout dimensions, as well as sociodemographic factors such as sex and race. The study's findings indicate that higher subjective well-being is significantly associated with lower burnout, emotional exhaustion, and higher personal accomplishment. Variations in burnout and well-being are also influenced by sociodemographic factors such as age, sex, race, and occupation. Tailored interventions addressing the specific needs of MCH professionals are essential for building a resilient workforce. Organizational reforms and legislative measures are crucial for fostering supportive workplace environments and ensuring access to care and services amidst workforce challenges.

The Utility of I-Poems to Explore Subjective Well-Being in Children and Adolescents with ADHD

This study explores the utility of the I-poem methodology to investigate subjective well-being in children and adolescents with ADHD in South Africa during the COVID-19 pandemic. Subjective well-being in this population has been studied extensively via quantitative methodologies. In addition, narrative studies, discourse and theme analysis, participatory and visual method studies have also contributed to deeper understandings in the field. The current study seeks to contribute to knowledge creation within this field of non-numerical studies in an attempt to decentralise the voice of researchers and highlight the voices of participants. In the I-poem methodology, self-report ratings of children and adolescents with ADHD between the ages of 10 and 18 years old ( n = 376) during the COVID-19 pandemic in South Africa was captured in an open-ended question. Data was analysed through the researcher’s creation of themed I-poems. The findings delineate broad categories of positive, negative and neutral feelings of subjective well-being during the pandemic. Notions of subjective well-being are related to themes of home, school, social life, self-growth and reflection, experiences of change, rules, extra-curricular activities, concerns, loss, finances, the new normal, and emotions. The study illustrates the utility of the I-poem methodology to illuminate dimensions of well-being that may otherwise remain invisible. The study also amplifies the potential of the I-poem methodology to be used in conjunction with, and complementary to, other research methodologies.

The Joint Role of Focused and Molar Climates and Eudaemonic Well-being as Mediators of the Relationship between Flexible Telework and Scientific Productivity in Spanish ERC-Granted Teams.

Flexible work arrangements, such as teleworking, have gained massive and unprecedented usage for creating work environments that foster well-being and productivity. Yet empirical evidence is still scant and not much is known about the role of organizational climate(s) in this process. Accordingly, the present study was set out to investigate the mediating mechanisms linking flexible teleworking to scientific productivity by considering climate for well-being dimensions, the climates for excellence and for innovation, and eudaemonic well-being as mediating constructs. Data were collected from 358 members of 48 Spanish European Research Council (ERC) granted teams and analyses were conducted both at the individual and team level, after checking for the relevant aggregation indexes. Relevant and significant relations were found within the hypothesized statistical model both at the individual and team level of analysis. The climate dimension of team support and the climate for innovation, together with eudaimonic well-being, resulted to be linked by significant relationships suggesting a potential mediating path. Also, empirical evidence supported considering gender as a control variable for the relationship between flexible teleworking and the climate dimension of work-life balance. In conclusion, climate variables and eudaimonic well-being represent relevant variables for the explanation of the relationship between flexible teleworking and scientific productivity. Practical and theoretical implications, and limitations are further discussed in the article.

Multi-Dimension Framework for Global Education System

In today’s growing interconnected and rapidly evolving world, where all aspects of human life are interdependent, a broader understanding of cultures, economies, politics, and social issues is required. Considering the importance of education role in this issue, diverse traditional education systems around the world have resulted in fragmented approaches that fall short in preparing individuals for the complexities of an interlinked global society. To this end, it is necessary to provide a new innovative education model that adapts to and integrates evolving socio-economic and technological dimensions. This paper presents a great vision of a comprehensive framework for a dynamic global education system leveraging cutting-edge digital technologies such as artificial intelligence to interconnect economic, social, cultural, technological, and well-being dimensions aligning with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), thereby facilitates equitable access to quality education and aspires to transcend conventional boundaries leading to foster holistic development and global collaboration.

A systematic literature review on the rural-urban well-being gap in Europe

A large amount of policy support is spent to foster the development of rural areas in Europe. However, empirical evidence on the well-being differential between rural and urban areas in Europe is scant and incomplete. The present study develops a systematic literature review on this topic, bridging a gap in research as a systematic analysis on the subject has not been developed as far as we know. It uses the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) method. The review focuses on definitions of rural-urban most used in the literature, main dimensions of well-being that are analyzed, nature of the data and, finally, evidence that emerged regarding the differences in the various dimensions of well-being between rural and urban populations. The analysis confirms that available evidence is controversial and provides advice on how to develop new and better empirical analyses on this topic.

EXPLORING THE WELL-BEING OF SPECIAL NEEDS CHILDREN IN MALAYSIA: A STUDY AT SEKOLAH KEBANGSAAN PENDIDIKAN KHAS KUANTAN

This study investigates the well-being of Malaysian Muslim children with special needs, focusing on various aspects such as social, physical, emotional, intellectual, and spiritual well-being. The research was conducted at Sekolah Kebangsaan Pendidikan Khas Kuantan in Indera Mahkota 2, involving 24 students with Developmental Disabilities (DD) and Learning Disabilities (LD), aged 8-12, and 20 teachers. The children's well-being was assessed through self-report surveys and teacher evaluations, complemented by direct observations. Methodologically, the study combined quantitative and qualitative approaches, using self-report questionnaires and informal interviews. The sample size comprised 41 teachers and 107 students, with a subset of 30 participants for detailed study. Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) and independent sample t-tests were employed to analyse the data. The results showed no significant differences in well-being between LD and DD children. However, disparities were observed in self and teacher ratings, particularly in social and physical well-being, with children rating themselves lower. Emotional, intellectual, and spiritual well-being showed alignment between children's and teachers' perceptions. The study highlights the unique challenges faced by special needs children, including social integration difficulties, emotional stress, and the need for tailored educational strategies. Despite its insights, the study faced limitations, including a small sample size and focus on specific disability categories, which may limit generalizability. Future research should consider larger, more diverse samples and alternative data collection methods. In conclusion, the study underscores the need for comprehensive support for special needs children in Malaysia, encompassing various dimensions of well-being. It calls for the involvement of families, educators, and the broader community in ensuring the holistic development and integration of these children into society..

A vallásosság összefüggései a mentális egészséggel és a jólléttel a Covid-19 világjárvány idején

The Relationship of Religiosity with Mental Health and Well-Being during the COVID-19 Pandemic. The relationship between religiosity and mental health is a popular area of research in the psychology of religion. A considerable body of research supports the positive effects of religion on both psychological and physical well-being. The present research aimed to explore the links between these areas during the coronavirus pandemic. In our quantitative online study, we analysed data from 2,269 (1,022 men and 1,407 women, mean age 43 years, SD = 16–95 years) healthy individuals aged 16 years and over. A complete test battery was used for the analysis, including the DUREL Religiousness Questionnaire and the PHS-WB General Well-Being Scale, as well as a question on faith in God. Our results show that our dimensions of religiosity: belief in God, institutional and non-institutional religiosity, and intrinsic orientation are positively related to two dimensions of general well-being, mental and social well-being. Those who regularly practise their religion in an institutional setting, report significantly better mental and social well-being than those who are not regular religious practitioners. Keywords: religiosity, institutional religiosity, well-being, mental health, coronavirus

Review of the Association between Social Networks and Adolescent Development

Adolescents are consistently exposed to social networks. Considerable discourse has taken place within both the public sphere and the scientific realm regarding the correlation between social network usage during adolescence and the manifestation of both physical and mental health problems. The main object of this study was to do a thorough and systematic evaluation of the available literature that investigates the association between the well-being of teenagers and their social networks. The review incorporated a total of eleven articles. Adolescents who participate in offline social networks demonstrate an elevated degree of impact on their emotional state and feelings of isolation, although their perception of their physical appearance stays unaltered. Receiving affirmative comments and actively seeking social support can elicit a sense of contentment as well as a sense of isolation. The results from a cumulative total of seven studies continuously indicate a notable correlation between the use of online social networks and several dimensions of mental health, including mood, self-esteem, life satisfaction, body image, and overall subjective well-being. The implementation of intervention tactics and educational activities is of utmost importance in effectively addressing the possible risks to subjective well-being that are linked to online social networks among young persons, educators, and parents.

Students’ Well-Being Fluctuations during COVID-19—A Matter of Grade, State, or Trait?

As part of the large-scale ‘COVID-19, Building Back Better’-project, longitudinal student survey data were collected (n = 774) from four subsequent survey rounds (grade 3–9) in a period with COVID-19 related school closures and re-openings in Denmark (December 2020 to June 2022). Students’ responses to questions related to three well-being dimensions: social, emotional, and academic well-being, were analyzed with factor analysis and latent state-trait analysis to investigate fluctuations in the well-being dimensions across time and the extent to which fluctuations can be attributed to the COVID-19 context (state), individual differences (trait) or simply the natural maturation of students over time (grade). All three well-being dimensions were consistently high (between 3 and 4 out of 5) during the data collection period, however, there was a decrease in emotional well-being and particularly in academic well-being during the period. We show that the size and determinant effects of the fluctuations in the differentiated well-being dimensions differ. Academic well-being generally was the most trait-like dimension, whereas social well-being was more state-like. However, a purposeful analysis of one of the youngest cohorts indicated a critical phase from grade 3–6 corresponding to the time for declines in emotional and academic well-being, where the social well-being shifted from a trait-like to state-like and academic well-being shifted from state-like to trait-like nature. With this in mind, the article discusses how schools can support students’ well-being in the post-pandemic era.

Study On Impact of Sound Frequency on Human Well Being Using Randomized Block Design

This study summarizes the exploration of the impact of sound frequencies on various dimensions of human well-being. The study investigates the psychological and physiological responses to different sound frequencies, considering factors such as emotional states, focus, stress relief, and pain perception. The experiment draws on established psychoacoustic principles and incorporates data from controlled experiments, including a Randomized Block Design (RBD). The study employs statistical analyses, such as ANOVA, to discern the significance of Intercept, Block Number, and Sound Frequency in predicting variations in well-being outcomes.the study revealed valuable insights into the factors influencing different dimensions of human well-being. The consistent significance of Intercept, Block Number, and Sound Frequency across various aspects suggests the importance of considering both individual and external factors, as well as the specific frequencies of sounds, in understanding and promoting well-being. These findings can have implications for designing interventions or environments that aim to enhance different aspects of human well-being through targeted sound exposure.

The role of teacher–student relationships and student–student relationships for secondary school students’ well-being in Switzerland

Student well-being has gained prominence on both the scientific and political agendas, as it is recognized as a crucial skill in addressing the economic, ecological, and social challenges of the 21st century. Relationships that students form with teachers and peers in the classroom are important for their academic, social, and emotional development. Building and maintaining positive relationships contributes to psychological growth and well-being. This article strives for a deeper understanding of the association between student well-being and classroom relationships from the students’ perspective. Mediation regression analysis was conducted between student well-being, teacher–student relationships, and student–student relationships to overcome limitations of prior studies using a unidimensional approach on student well-being and considering relationships in separate models. This study shows that both relationships are related to student well-being, however associations differ regarding different dimensions of student well-being and students’ individual factors such as gender, migration background, and socio-economic status. Providing a multi-dimensional approach on student well-being as well as taking both relationships into account adds to a profound understanding of processes in classrooms. Insights on these relations can help educators, schools and researchers develop strategies to foster relationships in the classroom and, in succession, enhance well-being in school.

MIGRATION AS A PATHWAY TO KINLESSNESS AMONG OLDER ADULTS LEFT BEHIND

Abstract Recent research examines the topic of kinless adults, people over the age of 50 who have neither a living spouse nor living children. Crossnational examinations find that the prevalence of kinlessness in these age groups ranges between 2% and 10% in most countries around the world and that kinless individuals tend to be disadvantaged on health and well-being dimensions. Prior work has not, however, examined migration in the context of kinlessness. Given high rates of migration in numerous sending contexts around the world, this study examines the prevalence of kinlessness in Puerto Rico, Mexico, Costa Rica, and the United States incorporating migration as a pathway to kinlessness and examining its association with well-being. Using surveys from the Health and Retirement family of studies from Puerto Rico, Mexico, Costa Rica, and the United States, we estimate the prevalence of kinlessness focusing on how these estimates change when treating adult family migrants as not available for the provision of social support. We also estimate the association between kinless typologies and health status. Puerto Rico exhibits the highest older adult kinlessness prevalence (Puerto Rico: 8.4%, Costa Rica:6.0%, Mexico:6.5%, United States:7.2%). The incorporation of migration as a pathway to kinlessness increases the prevalence in Puerto Rico (+3.8%) and Mexico (+5.2%) more so than for Costa Rica or United States. Kinlessness is associated with higher levels of depression among Puerto Rican older adults. This study reveals the importance of considering migration as a pathway to kinlessness in high outmigration countries and its impact on health.

PSYCHOLOGICAL WELL-BEING AND PHYSICAL HEALTH IN THE CONTEXT OF OUR RAPIDLY AGING WORLD

Abstract Our society is rapidly aging. Thus, citizens, researchers, and policymakers alike are seeking ways to re-engineer society to achieve the dual aim of helping our aging population age well and fostering new ways for older adults to deploy the abundance of strengths that accrue with age. Most public health, biomedical, and psychological efforts have focused on reducing harmful risk factors. This approach has contributed greatly to prevention and treatment programs. However, another approach to achieving this dual aim is to expand the focus and evaluate upstream dimensions of psychosocial well-being. This approach might help inform the multidisciplinary and multi-level response efforts we need. In this talk, I will describe a theoretical model, results from a series of studies evaluating associations between a sense of purpose with reduced risk of chronic conditions, and mechanistic biobehavioral processes underlying these associations. This work aims to provide new directions for building a science of resilience and providing new targets for multi-level interventions that we can weave into our daily lives via practices and systems.

HOW FILIAL PIETY INFLUENCES THE LINKS BETWEEN ELDER ABUSE, SOCIAL WELL-BEING, AND DEPRESSION AMONG CHINESE SENIORS

Abstract Objectives Based on Interactive Biopsychological Model, this study examined how multi-dimensional social well-being and filial piety influence the association between elder abuse and depression among older adults in China. Methods The participants were 7,700 older adults (aged 60 years or older) enrolled in the 2018 China Longitudinal Aging Social Survey, a national population-based study of older adults. Moderated mediation models were applied to test the mediating effects of multidimensional social well-being (social isolation, loneliness, social network, and social participation) and the moderating effect of filial piety. All mediation and moderated mediation effects were estimated using SPSS.26. Results: Different dimensions of social well-being have a partial mediating effect on the association between elder abuse and depression. Traditional attitudes towards filial piety exacerbated the effects of elder abuse on depression by improving social isolation and loneliness while reversing the negative effects of elder abuse on depression through improving the social network. The interaction of elder abuse and filial piety has no significant influence on social participation. Conclusions: Although particular sociodemographic factors are associated with a greater risk of depression for elder abuse victims, our findings suggested that victims with traditional attitudes towards filial piety are more likely to feel isolated subjectively (lonely, worse social adaptation) and more depressed. This should be taken into consideration when developing culturally sensitive identification, prevention, and intervention services for older adults.

Exploring the interconnection between adverse childhood experiences and psychological well-being of emerging adults in a rural community in Lagos, Nigeria

There has been an increase in the study of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and their related outcomes in recent years. The current study explored the interconnections between ACEs and psychological wellbeing among emerging adults in a rural community in Lagos. The specific objectives were to establish the correlations between all the dimensions of ACEs and psychological wellbeing and check the predictive role of all the sub-conventional ACEs on psychological wellbeing. Three hundred seventy-eight high and tertiary school emerging adults were selected through a non-probabilistic sampling method. The ten conventional ACEs and Ryff's Psychological wellbeing scales were used to assess the respondents. Zero-order correlation and multiple regression were used to test the hypothesis. The results revealed that adverse childhood experience was significantly related to psychological wellbeing, which means that the higher the number of ACEs, the lower an individual's psychological wellbeing. Also, all the dimensions of ACEs significantly predict psychological wellbeing except verbal abuse (p =.160) and physical abuse (p =.515). ACEs were prevalent among emerging adults in rural communities and had deleterious effects on their psychological wellbeing. More work is needed in advocacies because several people do not know that physical and verbal abuse can affect the psychological wellbeing of emerging adults. Therefore, there is a need to develop various culturally appropriate assessment practices, interventions, and policy responses to the menace.

The Integral Role of Magnesium in Muscle Integrity and Aging: A Comprehensive Review.

Aging is characterized by significant physiological changes, with the degree of decline varying significantly among individuals. The preservation of intrinsic capacity over the course of an individual's lifespan is fundamental for healthy aging. Locomotion, which entails the capacity for independent movement, is intricately connected with various dimensions of human life, including cognition, vitality, sensory perception, and psychological well-being. Notably, skeletal muscle functions as a pivotal nexus within this intricate framework. Any perturbation in its functionality can manifest as compromised physical performance and an elevated susceptibility to frailty. Magnesium is an essential mineral that plays a central role in approximately 800 biochemical reactions within the human body. Its distinctive physical and chemical attributes render it an indispensable stabilizing factor in the orchestration of diverse cellular reactions and organelle functions, thereby rendering it irreplaceable in processes directly impacting muscle health. This narrative review offers a comprehensive exploration of the pivotal role played by magnesium in maintaining skeletal muscle integrity, emphasizing the critical importance of maintaining optimal magnesium levels for promoting healthy aging.

The functioning of the family system and its relation to the psychological well-being of spouses in the context of their religious commitment

The article describes the functioning of family systems and its relation to the psychological well-being of spouses in the context of their religious commitment. The spouses play a very important role, as their mutual relationship affects the functioning the entire family system. Positive mental functioning, or the psychological well-being of husband and wife, can have an impact on these relationships. The aim of the study was to verify the connections between the functioning of the family and the psychological well-being of the spouses and to identify the predictors of the analyzed variables. The study included 130 married couples – an equal number of men and women making up 65 marriage systems bringing up school-age children. The following measures were used in the study: Family Assessment Scales (SOR) by Andrzej Margasiński (2013), based on the Polish adaptation of FACES IV – Flexibility and Cohesion Evaluation Scales by David H. Olson; Caroll Ryff’s Psychological Well-Being Scales, as adapted into Polish by Dominika Karaś and Jan Cieciuch (2017); and the Religious Commitment Inventory-10 (RCI-10-PL) by E. Worthington and colleagues, as adapted into Polish by Jarosław Polak and Damian Grabowski (2017). The analyses of the relationship between the variables shows that the more balanced and well-functioning the system is, the higher is the well-being perceived by the husband and wife. The crucial predictors of a “healthy” family include some dimensions of well-being: high self-acceptance, personal growth, and positive relations with others. Some differences in the analyzed variables between husbands and wives were also found.

Spatial dimension of subjective well-being

Spatial dimension of subjective well-being

Effects of a mindfulness-based intervention and a health self-management programme on psychological well-being in older adults with subjective cognitive decline: Secondary analyses from the SCD-Well randomised clinical trial

Objectives Older adults with subjective cognitive decline (SCD) recruited from memory clinics have an increased risk of developing dementia and regularly experience reduced psychological well-being related to memory concerns and fear of dementia. Research on improving well-being in SCD is limited and lacks non-pharmacological approaches. We investigated whether mindfulness-based and health education interventions can enhance well-being in SCD. Methods The SCD-Well trial (ClinicalTrials.gov: NCT03005652) randomised 147 older adults with SCD to an 8-week caring mindfulness-based approach for seniors (CMBAS) or an active comparator (health self-management programme [HSMP]). Well-being was assessed at baseline, post-intervention, and 6-month post-randomisation using the Psychological Well-being Scale (PWBS), the World Health Organisation’s Quality of Life (QoL) Assessment psychological subscale, and composites capturing meditation-based well-being dimensions of awareness, connection, and insight. Mixed effects models were used to assess between- and within-group differences in change. Results CMBAS was superior to HSMP on changes in connection at post-intervention. Within both groups, PWBS total scores, psychological QoL, and composite scores did not increase. Exploratory analyses indicated increases in PWBS autonomy at post-intervention in both groups. Conclusion Two non-pharmacological interventions were associated with only limited effects on psychological well-being in SCD. Longer intervention studies with waitlist/retest control groups are needed to assess if our findings reflect intervention brevity and/or minimal base rate changes in well-being.

Assessment of Multiple Dimensions of Psychological Well-Being in Swiss Youth Born with a Unilateral Cleft Lip and Palate

Objective This study examines the psychological well-being of Swiss youths born with a unilateral cleft lip and palate (UCLP), in a multi-dimensional and clinical perspective. Design Retrospective cross-sectional study. Setting Self-report questionnaires completed by youths born with UCLP, followed at a specialized cleft clinic in Switzerland, and by peers without UCLP, recruited in schools of the Vaud county, Switzerland. Participants Youths aged 7.5 to 16, born with UCLP (clinical group, n = 41, 29.2% female) or without UCLP (control group, n = 56, 49.0% female). Outcome measures Adverse life events (ALE; Adverse Life Events), behavioral and emotional symptoms ( Strengths and Difficulties Questionnaire and Post-Traumatic Checklist Scale), bodily self-esteem ( Body Esteem Scale), quality of life ( Kidscreen-27), emotion regulation ( Cognitive Emotion Regulation Questionnaire), social support ( Sarason's Social Support Questionnaire). Results Most outcomes showed no significant group-difference. Compared to matched peers, youths with UCLP reported lower psychological quality of life and social support satisfaction, along with positive factors of fewer ALE and lower non-adaptive emotion regulation. In youths with UCLP, higher scores for ALE were associated with higher total scores for behavioral and emotional symptoms. Higher scores for bodily self-esteem were associated with higher scores for satisfaction of social support and adaptive emotion regulation. Conclusions Youths with UCLP show globally similar psychological well-being as matched peers. We observed some vulnerabilities but also protective factors, which support the need for psychological perspective within multidisciplinary care. The relationships between dimensions suggest specific targets that may have an impact in context of intervention.