Healthy Interpersonal Relationships Research Articles

Experimental Study: The Impact of Traditional Team Games on Gross Motor Locomotor Skills and Social Skills of Elementary School Children

Background: In the 21st century, children often prefer modern video games, which can lead to decreased physical activity and increased screen time. This lack of physical activity can result in poor motor skills and social skills among children. Motor and social skills are crucial for the development and growth of primary school children. Locomotor gross motor skills focus on walking, running, jumping, and skipping, which help children improve movement during physical activities. Social skills help children communicate with peers, understand friends, establish cooperation, and build healthy interpersonal relationships. It is believed that traditional games can help children aged 10‑12 improve their motor and social skills. Purpose: This study aims to analyze the impact of traditional team sports on optimizing locomotor gross motor skills and social skills in children aged 10‑12 years. Design/methodology/approach: This research study utilized a quasi‑experimental research method. The traditional games used in the study were gobak sodor and bakiak team. The study focused on children aged 10‑12 years. The instruments used for assessment were the Test of Gross Motor Development‑2 (TGMD‑II) for evaluating gross motor ability and a social skills questionnaire. The data were analyzed using a t‑test at a 5% significance level. Results and Conclusion: The analysis results of the first few t‑tests showed that the t‑count value (16.102) was greater than the t‑table value (2.093), and the p‑value (0.000) was less than 0.05. This indicates that there is an effect of traditional team games on the gross motor development of children aged 10‑12 years. The results of the second t‑test analysis also indicated that the t‑count value (14.912) was greater than the t‑table value (2.093), suggesting an effect of traditional team games on both gross motor abilities and social skills of children in the same age group. In the third t‑test analysis, the t‑count value was greater than the t‑table value, indicating differences between the experimental group and the control group. This suggests an effect of traditional team games on the development of gross motor skills and social abilities of children aged 10‑12 years.

The Qur'anic Reading Approach to Improve Student Mental Health in Higher Education

Student mental health problems in higher education are an important and complex issue. The purpose of this research was to find out and measure how the approach of reading the Qur'an at the beginning of learning can improve students' mental health in Higher Education. The research design applies a 4D development research model (define, design, development, disseminate). The research sample was 250 Islamic Education Guidance and Counseling students and Madrasah Ibtidaiyah Teacher Education. Research instruments used observation, tests, interviews, and documentation. Data analysis using the Tiagarajan Model. The approach of reading the Qur'an is relevant and valid and applied to all courses. 92.78% effectiveness rate successfully improves student mental health. Especially from the aspect of Emotional balance, reasonable stress levels, life balance, good sleep quality, healthy interpersonal relationships, self-esteem, adaptability, independence, physical fitness, academic performance, self-awareness, using effective keeping, and lack of signs of mental disorders. However, this approach is only relevant for Muslim lecturers and students. Students who are Catholic/Protestant Christians, Hindus, Buddhists, and Confucians can use approaches with their respective scriptures.

Social maturity and thinking flexibility as a basis of student resilience

The article studies mental flexibility and social maturity as a basis of student resilience. Such concepts as social maturity, mental and psychological health, mental flexibility and resilience have been considered. Social maturity, mental flexibility, and psychological health play an important role in adapting to environmental changes. Social maturity and flexibility as important components of a person’s life influence their well-being, satisfaction level, emotional state, help to manage emotions and thoughts, show the ability to cope with stress and learn to accept changes, and find ways to solve problems. They contribute to communication skills development, establishing healthy interpersonal relationships and maintaining positive motivation, as well as help in social and psychological adaptation to new life circumstances, finding the right and effective ways out of any crisis situations and showing curiosity rather than hostility towards the changing aspects of life. Important features of social maturity and thinking flexibility include integration into social and functional processes of life activity, management and self-regulation, and ability to switch from one thought to another without losing the main one. Recommendations for thinking flexibility development have been presented. Such directions in flexible thinking development as practicing open thinking, learning new skills and knowledge, communicating with different people, meditation practicing, reading books, exploring new ideas, and fantasizing have been outlined. The main aspects of resilience have been reflected. Social maturity and thinking flexibility have been considered as a basis of student resilience.

The Impact of Educational Environment and Educational Strategies on Adolescents' Interpersonal Relationships

In modern society, interpersonal relationships at the adolescent stage not only have a profound impact on the development of an individual's social skills but also play a key role in his or her future career, family and social life. With the increasing research in education and psychology, adolescents' interpersonal relationship development has become a focus of attention in the fields of education and mental health. The impact of teaching and learning environments and educational strategies on adolescents' social skills and emotional development has become more pronounced, especially in an increasingly complex and diverse society. Therefore, an in-depth exploration of this topic is important for developing more effective educational policies and fostering good interpersonal relationships among adolescents. This paper analyzes in depth the influence of educational environment and educational strategies on the interpersonal development of adolescents, and through a comparative analysis of previous studies, the author finds that the creation of an open and positive educational environment has a positive influence on the promotion of the development of adolescent interpersonal relationships. Educational strategies of cooperation, communication, and content diversity play an important role in adolescents' maintenance of interpersonal relationships. The paper also points out that while existing research provides valuable insights, further research is needed on other factors that may influence adolescents' interpersonal development. The paper concludes with some recommendations for educators and policymakers aimed at creating more effective teaching and learning environments and strategies to promote healthy interpersonal relationship development among adolescents.

Social cognitive disruptions in multiple sclerosis: The role of executive (dys)function.

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic demyelinating disease of the central nervous system, resulting in a range of potential motor and cognitive impairments. The latter can affect both executive functions that orchestrate general goal-directed behavior and social cognitive processes that support our ability to interact with others and maintain healthy interpersonal relationships. Despite a long history of research into the cognitive symptoms of MS, it remains uncertain if social cognitive disruptions occur independently of, or reflect underlying disturbances to, more foundational executive functions. The present preregistered study investigated this directly. Employing an experimental design, we administered a battery of computerized tasks online to a large sample comprising 134 individuals with MS and 134 age- and sex-matched healthy controls (HCs). Three tasks measured elements of executive function (working memory, response inhibition, and switching) and two assessed components of social cognition disrupted most commonly in MS (emotion perception and theory of mind). Individuals with MS exhibited poorer working memory (d = .31), response inhibition (d = -.26), emotion perception (d = .32), and theory of mind (d = .35) compared with matched HCs. Furthermore, exploratory mediation analyses revealed that working memory performance accounted for approximately 20% of the group differences in both measures of social cognition. Disruptions to working memory appear to serve as one of the mechanisms underpinning disturbances to social cognition in MS. Future research should examine if the benefits of cognitive rehabilitation programs that incorporate working memory training transfer to these social cognitive processes. (PsycInfo Database Record (c) 2024 APA, all rights reserved).

GAMBARAN RESILIENSI PADA REMAJA KORBAN CYBERBULLYING

This research aims to explain the level of resilience in adolescents who have been victims of cyberbullying. The method used is descriptive quantitative by sending surveys trough Google Forms. The research respondents consists of 73 adolescents aged between 13 to 18 years who have experienced cyberbullying. The measurement instrument tool used in this study refers to the aspects of resilience according to Connor and Davidson (2003), which include of personal competence, trust in instinct, positive acceptance of change and secure relationship, self-control and factors, and spiritual influences. The analysis results show that the empirical average resilience score is 101.45, classified as high with a standard deviation of 19.16. High resilience levels indicate that adolescents who are victims of cyberbullying have the ability to cope and recover from negative impacts such as stress and depression. This is reflected in the high personal competence of cyberbullying victims, including the ability to manage emotions, make appropriate decisions, and build healthy interpersonal relationships. They also have strong trust in their instincts, which includes belief in their own ability to overcome problems and face challenges. Good self-control also supports resilience because adolescents who are victims of cyberbullying can control their emotions and behaviors, making it easier for them to recover from traumatic experiences. Addiotionally, high social support plays a crucial role as it provides support and attention, helping these adolescents feel supported and not alone in facing their problems. Furthermore, spiritual influence with belief in assistance from the divine being indicates that these adolescents have spiritual beliefs and trust in higher power to be a source of strength and calmnessin facing difficulties.

Influence of speech skills on social interaction student STIAB JINARAKKHITA

This research aims to investigate the influence of self-concept on the quality of interpersonal communication of Jinarakkhita Buddhist Collage of Lampung students. Self-concept is an important factor in understanding how a person interacts with other people. The quality of interpersonal communication also has a key role in establishing healthy and productive relationships in various life contexts. This research uses a survey method by collecting data through questionnaires distributed to Jinarakkhita Buddhist Collage of Lampung students. The questionnaire measures students' self-concept and quality of interpersonal communication. The collected data is then analyzed using appropriate statistical techniques. The results of this research indicate that there is a significant influence between self-concept and the quality of interpersonal communication of Jinarakkhita Buddhist Collage of Lampung students. These results indicate that students who have a positive self-concept tend to have better interpersonal communication quality. This indicates the importance of developing self-concept in the context of higher education to improve the quality of social interaction and interpersonal communication. This research can be a basis for educational institutions to consider programs that can help students develop a more positive self-concept, so that they can become more effective individuals in communicating and establishing healthy interpersonal relationships in the campus environment and outside the campus.

Religious pedagogical conceptualization of the qur'anic description of slander

From the perspective of Islamic theological thought, every sin, in addition to otherworldly consequences, produces some damage in this world. Sins the effect of which is limited to an individual have the potential to affect negatively one’s spiritual and physical constitution, while sins in the sphere of interpersonal relationships destroy the social fabric. Considering the consequences for the vitality of social structures, a particularly destructive sin is the sin of slander. In the theological sources of Islam, the most well-known case of slander is the Hadisetu-l-Ifk or the slander against Aisha, RA. The honorable Qur'an and hadith sources give a detailed description of this event. Based on the Qur'anic and hadith sources, this paper aims at conceptualizing categories and processes essential for the revitalization of interpersonal relationships after the state of disturbed social dynamics due to slander. In addition to the aforementioned sources, the aim was achieved by relevant insights into certain disciplinary areas of contemporary science. A discourse analysis and case study methods were applied in the paper (Popadić, Pavlović & Žeželj, 2018) as well as the methodological approach of combining traditional and rational interpretation, as the best approach for analyzing the Holy Qur'an (Halilović, 2015). The obtained results contribute to the revitalization and development of healthy interpersonal relationships and positive dynamics of interpersonal relationships. Keywords: Qur'an, family, interpersonal relations, social ties, forgiveness, religious pedagogy

Eksistensi Ilmu Komunikasi dalam Kehidupan Manusia

This research seeks to explore the role of communication science in the human experience. It employs a qualitative research approach, which involves presenting data through a series of sentences. The methodology employed in this study is descriptive in nature. The findings of this investigation highlight communication science as a discipline that delves into the principles, theories, and concepts surrounding the human communication process. More precisely, this field investigates the transmission, reception, and comprehension of information by individuals, groups, organizations, and society in various contexts. Communication science serves not only as an academic domain but also as a valuable practical skill deeply integrated into people's daily lives. Its presence assists individuals in comprehending, enhancing, and deepening their interactions with the world. Communication science holds significant importance in human existence because communication is the primary means by which humans connect, exchanging ideas, experiences, and emotions. The subsequent points emphasize why the significance of communication science in human life cannot be overstated: It aids in fostering and sustaining healthy interpersonal relationships and helps individuals comprehend the influence of mass media on thought patterns, behavior, and perceptions.

Library Volunteers at Gonzaga College High School Library: Motivation and Impact for Students

This study aims to determine the intrinsic and extrinsic motivation of students as Library Lovers of Gonzaga College High School (PPKG) and the impact felt by students. The method used in this research is qualitative with a case study approach. Determination of informants using purposive sampling technique with a total of 5 informants. Data sources were obtained through interviews, observation, and documentation. Data validity test using source triangulation. The theories used for analysis are Frederick Herzberg's two-factor motivation theory, Janusz Reykowski's prosocial motivation theory, and Clary, et al's volunteer functions inventory (VFI) model. The results of this study show that the motivation most felt by students as library volunteers at Gonzaga College High School Library is extrinsic motivation. This motivation comes from outside oneself and usually there is influence from others, especially from the head of the library as the supervisor of PPKG activities, the existence of healthy interpersonal relationships, reciprocity from the library to the PPKG party, then a safe and healthy workplace, so that this PPKG activity can reduce something negative in its members. Meanwhile, the intrinsic motivation that is felt more than other aspects is that overall PPKG activities have a positive impact on the learning process and learning achievement in class. However, not all felt the impact on their information literacy skills. .

에니어그램 2유형의 대인관계 어려움에 대한 인식 유형에 관한 연구

The purpose of this study is to investigate how Enneagram Type 2 perceives difficulties in interpersonal relationships. To achieve this goal, the Q-methodology, which is suitable for examining individual subjectivity, was used with a sample of 28 adults in their 20s to 60s who identify as Enneagram Type 2. Prior to conducting Q-sorting, a literature review and a preliminary survey were conducted to study the difficulties in interpersonal relationships experienced by Enneagram Type 2. The results were then analyzed using the Ken-Q Analysis Program. Five perception types were identified: Type I “I am not calculative, I just hope we understand each other's hearts well”, Type II “I'd rather suffer silently than express myself”, Type III “I hope we can all be happy while maintaining an appropriate distance”, Type IV “I might say things occasionally, but I feel embarrassed to reveal my innermost thoughts”, and Type V “I'll try to accommodate as much as possible, but I'm not sure if it's the best approach”. This study can provide foundational data that may contribute to the formation of healthy interpersonal relationships for individuals of Enneagram Type 2.

Relationship among Smartphone Addiction, Interpersonal Relationships and Academic Stress at University Level

Smartphones have become ubiquitous phenomena of life in the 21st century. The purpose of this study was to determine students’ perceptions regarding smartphone addiction, interpersonal relationship and academic stress. The study examined the correlation between smartphone addiction, interpersonal relationships, and academic stress among university students based on their demographic profile (gender, locality, institution type, program, and age), revealing a significant relationship between these factors and academic stress. The study used a descriptive correlational research design the students. All the students enrolled in universities of Punjab province served as population. Employing multistage simple random sampling technique a sample of 550 public and private university students was selected. Questionnaire was developed by the researchers with the help of extensive literature review. The reliability of the tool was computed through Cronbach-Alpha coefficient. Data was collected through an online survey. The data were analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics such mean, standard deviation, t test, ANOVA and correlation. A study revealed a positive correlation between smartphone addiction, interpersonal relationships, and academic stress among university students. However, there were no significant differences based on demographics. The findings suggest that smartphone addiction can significantly impact university students' stress levels and interpersonal relationships and have significant implications for students, their families, and policymakers concerned about their well-being and academic success. The study highlights the importance of addressing smartphone addiction and promoting healthy interpersonal relationships in the university setting to reduce academic stress and improve academic performance.

The Influence of Perceived Security in Childhood on Adult Self-Concept: The Mediating Role of Resilience and Self-Esteem.

Secure attachment, developed through consistent relationships with attachment figures in childhood, is a crucial factor in fostering healthy interpersonal relationships and a positive self-perception. Part of the positive parenting approach and the theory of affect is taken as a basis to assess how perceived security, as an indicator of secure attachment, predicts adult self-concept through the mediating effects of resilience and positive self-esteem. A quantitative, cross-sectional, and nonprobabilistic study was conducted with 383 participants. We unveiled significant positive associations between perceived security, self-concept, resilience, and positive self-esteem. Path analysis demonstrated that resilience and positive self-esteem sequentially mediate the relationship between perceived security during childhood and adult self-concept. Findings suggest that the ability to cope with adversity and personal acceptance underlie the impact of perceived security on self-concept. It is recommended to promote family intervention programs framed within positive parenting that focus on fostering secure attachment given its influence on adult life. It is also deemed essential to incorporate the promotion of resilience and self-esteem into programs aimed at youths, and adult role models can enhance their self-perception and resilience in the face of potential effects stemming from insecure parenting practices.

Relationship Between Social Support, Social Media Usage, and Psychological Well- Being among Undergraduates in Different Institutions of Punjab

Background: Social media is like a magnanimous tree and us being leaves connected through twigs of imagination Today 4.33 billion people are connected to the internet, and almost all do by using their mobiles. In Pakistan, there were 71 million broadband subscribers and 69 million 3G/4G users in June 2019.
 Aims & Objectives: The current study aimed to find the relationship between social support, social media usage, and psychological well-being among undergraduates aged 18-25 years. Methods: A sample of eight hundred and forty-three male and female students was included in this research. A stratified random sampling technique was applied in the research. The sample was taken from departments of various institutions in Lahore. The duration of the study was 6 months. The study was a cross-sectional study and the data were collected using questionnaires based on Ryff's scale of psychological well-being, Media and Technology Usage and Attitudes Scale, and Inventory of Social Supportive Behavior (ISSB) scale. Results: The data were analyzed on SPSS 25 and the results indicated that social support received from close ties was positively correlated with psychological well-being [r(841) = .523, n = 843, p< .001]. At the same time, social support received from online sources had no significant impact on psychological well-being while social media usage was negatively correlated with psychological well-being [r(841) = -.215, n = 843, p< .001]. Using the regression analysis technique, the three variables in combination explained 34.6% of the variance in psychological well-being [R2 = 0.346, F(6, 836) = 75.37, p< 0.01]. Age and gender had no significant effect. Conclusion: These findings implicate that healthy interpersonal relationships between close ties and
 undergraduate students should be encouraged and controlled usage of social networking sites should be practiced.

Building trust: Leadership reflections on community empowerment and engagement in a large urban initiative

BackgroundTrust is essential for healthy, reciprocal relationships; creating safe environments; engaging in transparent interactions; successfully negotiating power differentials; supporting equity and putting trauma informed approaches into practice. Less is known, however, about the ways that trust-building may be at the forefront of consideration during community capacity building efforts, what trust-building elements are perceived as essential for optimally engaging communities, and what practices might support these efforts.MethodsThe present study examines an evolving understanding of trust-building over the course of 3 years, from qualitative data derived during interviews with nine agency leads from a large and diverse urban community, who are spearheading community-based partnerships to create more trauma-informed communities and foster resiliency.ResultsData reflected fourteen trust-building elements, captured by three themes: 1) Building relationships and engagement (e.g., behavioral practices such as meeting people “where they are at” and creating safe spaces), 2) Embodying core values of trustworthiness (e.g., traits such as being transparent and embodying benevolence), and 3) Sharing decision-making, championing autonomy, and addressing barriers to trust (e.g., collaborative practices such as creating a shared vision and goals and addressing systemic inequities). These trust-building elements are presented in the Community Circle of Trust-Building, which provides an accessible, visual format that can facilitate capacity building efforts within organizations and with the broader community; guide the selection of training opportunities that support healthy interpersonal relationships; and aid in the identification of relevant, supporting frameworks (e.g., health equity, trauma-informed practices, inclusive leadership models).ConclusionsCommunity engagement and trust are essential for overall health and well-being, increasing equitable access to resources, and supporting an effective and connected citizenry. These data shed light on opportunities for trust-building and thoughtful engagement among agencies working directly with community members in large urban areas.

Strategies to Enhance Teachers’ Job Satisfaction in Secondary Schools in Butiama District, Mara, Tanzania

Education prepares skilful citizens that bring political, social, and economic development to the country. These are accomplished when the components of the educational systems are in good condition and the most important component is teachers’ job satisfaction. Thus, the study investigated the strategies used to enhance teachers’ job satisfaction in secondary schools in Butiama District, Mara Region in, Tanzania. A descriptive survey design was adopted under a mixed research approach. A total of 94 respondents who participated in the study were obtained by simple random and purposive sampling techniques. Questionnaires and interviews were adopted as the methods of data collection. Quantitative data was analysed through descriptive statistics with the aid of the Statistical Package for Social sciences (SPSS) version 20, while thematic analysis was employed in the analysis of qualitative data. The study discovered that a supportive working environment, motivation, high teacher pay, equal distribution of duties, teacher development programs, healthy interpersonal relationship and effective leadership are the strategies employed to enhance teachers’ job satisfaction. That is to say, effective working conditions, good pay and high teacher salary were found to have value for enhancing teacher job satisfaction. The study recommended that the government should invest much in improving working conditions for teachers, remuneration and teacher training programs

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The Effects of Psychosocial Factors on International Students’ Mental Health and Relevant Interventions

Mental disorders are pervasive among global students enrolled in postsecondary education institutions, and the mental health conditions of international students (ISs) are seizing additional attention from professionals due to their unique challenges. This review aims to address three categories of psychosocial factors that are particularly affecting ISs’ mental health conditions, including 1) acculturative stress, 2) explicit and implicit discrimination and 3) interpersonal relationships/intercultural social efficacy. High mindfulness level, low perceived cultural distancing, high host language proficiency, and sufficient psychoeducation of educators and ISs are protective of ISs from acculturation-related distress. Low perceived host language proficiency, loneliness, and anxiety mediate the relationship between ISs’ mental health and discrimination. Possessing, maintaining, and enhancing existing healthy interpersonal relationships and social connectedness to the host culture provides ISs with social support to overcome psychological distress. Correspondingly, the article discussed interventions that have shown effectiveness and potential practical application value from both personal and institutional perspectives. In sum, mental health conditions are as noteworthy as academic competency among ISs, and it requires more investigations into the intervening process targeting psychosocial stressors.

Smartphone addiction, gender and interpersonal attachment: A cross-sectional analytical survey in Taiwan.

Smartphone use has dramatically increased worldwide, contributing to a profound change in interpersonal interactions. They have become the primary medium of human interaction, and smartphone addiction, consequently, has become a modern-day reality. Recent research on smartphone addiction has provided diverse explanations regarding the correlation between gender and addiction. Therefore, this study aims to analyse the correlation and variance among smartphone addiction, gender and interpersonal attachment. The participants included Taiwanese citizens and the questionnaires were randomly distributed; 1190 valid questionnaires (534 males, 656 females) were collected. Descriptive statistics were computed to observe the average value and standard deviation between interpersonal attachment and gender. Next, Spearman's ρ was conducted to interpret the correlation among smartphone addiction, gender and interpersonal attachment. Finally, the participants were divided into three groups based on their pre-determined level of smartphone addiction: high, moderate and low addictions. The Analysis of variance (ANOVA) was performed based on interpersonal attachment as the independent variable to determine any statistically significant difference among the three levels. There are four patterns of interpersonal attachment: secure, avoidant, dismissing and anxious attachments. The correlation analysis revealed a significant positive correlation between interpersonal attachment and smartphone addiction (p > 0.000), while revealing no relationship between gender and smartphone addiction or gender and interpersonal attachment. Additionally, the ANOVA indicated the difference was statistically significant in the groups of high and moderate addictions; no statistical significance was identified in the group of low addiction (p < 0.204). This study revealed that there was no correlation between gender and smartphone addiction, but rather, a positive correlation between smartphone addiction and interpersonal attachment. This positive correlation suggests both high and moderate addiction groups display insecurity in their interpersonal attachment. Therefore, to lower the prevalence of unhealthy smartphone addiction, maintaining healthy interpersonal relationships is suggested.

Insecure Attachment Styles and Bullying Perpetrators in the Workplace: An Exploratory Study

Purpose: It has been widely debated over the past two decades that workplace bullying harms both victims and organizations equally. However, the perpetrator’s perspective on bullying is an inadequately researched area that has been highlighted by many researchers. This study aims to explore the predictive effect of an insecure attachment (avoidant attachment style and anxious attachment style) on the bullying behavior of perpetrators in the workplace.&#x0D; Methodology: Data is collected from different organizations in Pakistan for this cross-sectional study. The sample size is 203. For the analysis of hypotheses, the SEM model of SmartPLS is used.&#x0D; Findings: The results indicate that an avoidant attachment style positively affects bullying behavior in the workplace. Unlike the anxiety attachment style which has no significant relationship with workplace bullying behavior.&#x0D; Practical implications: These findings highlight the importance of secure attachment for healthy interpersonal relationships and the role of insecure attachment in emerging bullying behaviors in the workplace.