Psychology Programs Research Articles

Tracer Study of the Bachelor of Arts Graduates of the University of Cebu-Main Campus from 2019-2024

This study determined the factors influencing job placement among graduates of the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of Cebu-Main Campus between 2019 and 2024, serving as a basis for proposed curriculum enhancements. The study used descriptive research design methods with the adopted-modified questionnaire, with frequency counts and percentages applied to analyze the results. Findings reveal that graduates, particularly those from the Psychology, Political Science, and English programs, are highly employable, whether through direct applications or referrals. Key factors influencing job choices include career challenges, salary, and benefits. The study also highlights a notable gender disparity, with most female graduates and a steady increase in graduates during the study period, peaking in 2024. Although the employment rate is high, most graduates occupy rank-and-file positions, with fewer advancing to managerial roles. Also, many graduates eventually shift to fields unrelated to their studies, indicating a potential mismatch between education and career progression. Graduates identify communication, human relations, problem-solving, and critical thinking as essential skills in their professional roles. These insights suggest the need for curriculum adjustments to align education with long-term career success better.

서울시민 힐링프로젝트 마음온 치유활동가의 치유적 경험에 대한 사례연구

Objectives The purpose of this study is to examine the healing experiences of healing activists participating in the Seoul Citizens’ Healing Project Maeum-on Program and to examine the implications of these experiences to the counseling site. Methods Using qualitative case study methods, we selected five healing activists who were part of a team as research participants from June to August 2020. Participatory observation journal was prepared from the moment the activists first met until their disbandment. In addition, in-depth interviews were conducted 17 times befor, during, and after the program. Also, activity diaries, o-site sketches, and promotional materials written by activists were collected. The data Analysis was carried out using emic oding and etic coding metionds. To ensure the reliability of the study, expert meetings, member checks, and preliminary investigations were conducted. Results First, good participation experiences, interest in fields such as psychological counseling, and the belief that one’s activities make the world good became the context for healing activists to participate in healing projects. Second, the activists’s healing experience consists of receiving at the same time as giving, and was quite similar to he healing factors in counseling theory. Third, the moment of recognizing the need for conflict with colleagues, a lot of energy and time consumption, and counseling expertise was confirmed as a difficulty as a healing activist. Conclusions As the first study on the Maeum-on program, a new type of psychological program model that can spread social values was identified, and it was confirmed that a citizen-centered healing movement was possible. It can be used as basic data when developing group programs in the future.

Navigating the virtual classroom: unveiling the experiences and challenges of Australian psychology educators in online programs

ABSTRACT In the evolving landscape of education, understanding the experiences of Australian psychology educators in online programmes is crucial for enhancing educational strategies. The increased emphasis on psychology education, particularly online, post-COVID-19, highlights the crucial role of the degree meeting rising mental health needs. This is supported by the Australian governmental focus on STEM and employability, as psychology programmes equip students with essential skills for the workforce, necessitating strong tertiary programmes. Therefore, the aim of the current study is to explore the experiences and needs of Australian psychology educators teaching in online programmes in the last five years and to suggest strategies to address their perceived needs. A survey of 75 Australian online psychology educators revealed that while online teaching presented advantages for educators (e.g. autonomy, and motivation to learn new technologies), educators also found online teaching isolating and time-consuming. The challenges of engaging students online also emerged as a dominant theme. Additionally, the study highlighted the need for tailored support, specifically in the psychology discipline, with over 80% of the respondents agreeing that they could be better supported as online teachers. As the demand for online education grows, this study underscores the need for targeted support structures to empower educators, ensuring they continue to create enriched learning experiences for their students in virtual environments.

Understanding depression and anxiety rates of school psychology graduate students.

School psychology graduate students experience many risk factors for problems with mental health, including high workloads, financial distress, and challenging relationships with faculty that can exacerbate feelings of anxiety and depression. Although there have been studies that have investigated depression and anxiety amongst graduate students in general (Eisenberg et al., 2007) and health service psychology students in particular (Hobaica et al., 2021), there are reasons to believe that school psychology graduate students may have different experiences. To date, no research has been found investigating the depression and anxiety symptoms of graduate students in school psychology programs. A survey was sent to 194 school psychology training programs, and 291 graduate students completed it. Approximately one in four graduate students reported moderate to severe levels of depressive symptoms, while one in three reported moderate to severe levels of anxiety symptoms. These symptoms were significantly higher in graduate students identifying as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer/questioning, and more identities, women, or reported being from a lower socioeconomic background. There were no differences in depression or anxiety symptoms between the type of program (i.e., doctoral or specialist) or years in program. Implications for trainers of school psychology are discussed. (PsycInfo Database Record (c) 2024 APA, all rights reserved).

Exploring considerations of equality, diversity and inclusion in selection for a doctorate in clinical psychology programme: A qualitative study

Diverse and inclusive healthcare workforces are important to optimise patient access and outcomes. Various attempts have been made to promote equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) in clinical psychology; however, clinical psychology doctoral training programmes (DClinPsy) frequently fail to reflect the population demographics of the communities that they serve within the make-up of their trainees. Some research indicates that the lack of diversity might be linked to potential biases within the selection process.This study seeks to qualitatively explore how application screeners and interview panellists for a DClinPsy programme consider EDI in the selection process. Content analysis of seven semi-structured interviews suggests that participants think broadly about EDI, considering differences between marginalised groups and the provision of equal access for members of these groups. Content analysis of discussions of protected characteristics suggests that, when considering EDI, race, sex, disability, sexual orientation, and socio-economic status prove more salient than other factors such as age, and religion or belief.Barriers and facilitators to accessing the DClinPsy are discussed. Participants discuss the perceived inadequacy of EDI training for their roles in selection, and conflicts related to different EDI measures such as positive action and standardisation. The findings are discussed with reference to existing literature. Future research should seek to examine the EDI training needs of those involved in the selection process and examine the efficacy of EDI initiatives to improve equity and inclusion for underrepresented groups.

Determinants of the desire to avoid pregnancy after the disaster of the century in Türkiye

BackgroundAfter natural disasters, the occurrence of mental health problems and adverse effects on reproductive health in women of reproductive age can be attributed to a multitude of factors, including the deterioration of health facilities, a shortage of qualified health professionals, a lack of socio-economic stability, and a paucity of familial and community support.MethodsThe descriptive correlational study was conducted through social networks with 405 women who had experienced the disaster of the century 8 months after (between November and December 2023) the earthquake. The snowball sampling method was used to obtain the research data. The questionnaire form, developed for the purpose of data collection, was disseminated to women who consented to participate in the study through social networks. The data were evaluated using a variety of statistical techniques, including number, percentage, mean, standard deviation, independent sample t-test, one-way analysis of variance, and structural equation modeling.ResultsAccording to the results of linear regression analysis, these were found to be predictors of the desire to avoid pregnancy: having housing problems (β-coefficient 0.173; p = .008), having a damaged home (β-coefficient. 276; p = .009), sleep patterns (β-coefficient 0.433; p = .022), eating habits (β-coefficients 0.248, 0.044), use of psychiatric medication (β-coefficient 0.436, p = .003), and problems related to the food and water supply (β-coefficient 0.127, p = .003). In addition, a structural equation model (SEM) was established to examine the relationship between these variables and mental well-being and pregnancy avoidance. Only the model constructed with mental well-being demonstrated significance in the SEM analysis.ConclusionsThis study shows that women’s mental health is negatively affected in unpredictable emergencies such as earthquakes and that poor mental health negatively affects pregnancy planning. The findings of the study may help to guide health professionals working in the field of women’s health to protect women’s mental health in emergency situations, to provide counseling about pregnancy planning, and to provide social and psychological support programs.

Enhancing school safety through psychological support: Key findings and strategies

A crucial aspect of creating a safe and supportive learning environment is the integration of psychological support to reduce school violence. Research highlights that school violence impacts not only students' physical safety but also their mental health and emotional development. Effective psychological support can play a pivotal role in preventing and mitigating violent behaviors by addressing underlying emotional difficulties and unresolved trauma. Key strategies include implementing early interventions through school psychologists and counselors, who offer individual and group counseling to help students manage conflicts and intense emotions constructively. Additionally, psychological support programs can improve the school climate through workshops on emotional intelligence, stress management, and social skills, fostering empathy and reducing conflicts. Integrating psychological services with other school resources, such as emotional education programs and violence prevention strategies, is essential. Collaboration among school psychologists, teachers, parents, and administrators ensures a holistic approach to violence prevention, considering all aspects of students' school lives. The research demonstrates that peer social support significantly mediates the relationship between school victimization and psychological health. Social support acts as a buffer, mitigating the negative effects of violence, and is crucial for students of all genders and ethnicities. Furthermore, family support is identified as a vital moderator, enhancing adolescent mental health despite exposure to violence. Psychological intervention strategies, such as establishing psychological warning systems and prevention mechanisms, are essential in proactively addressing violence. Schools should focus on creating a protective environment and integrating psychological strategies into broader prevention efforts. Continuous mental health education and a safe space for students to express concerns can significantly reduce violent behaviors and support a positive educational atmosphere.

Screening for mental disorders in health workers

Introduction: mental health is presented as an essential element in work capacity and productivity, and, similarly, psychosocial risks at work can generate detrimental effects on mental health. Objective: To determine the prevalence of depression, anxiety, and panic disorders among healthcare professionals at the Regional Hospital of Culiacán, Sinaloa, Mexico. Methods: quantitative, observational, descriptive, cross-sectional and analytical study, with stratified probabilistic sampling. Sample of 299 health workers. For data collection, the instrument for detecting anxiety, depression and panic disorders, Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ-4+PHQ-TP), was used; and for the analysis the statistical program SPSS version 27.Results: it is shown that 59,5 % of the participants are women, 76,3 % work in the morning shift, and 51.8% are single. With 66.9% the nursing job category predominates, 76,6 % have an academic level greater than a bachelor's degree. A quarter of them work two jobs and suffer from chronic illnesses. 25,8 % have been diagnosed with depression, anxiety and/or panic, predominating in the morning shift and in the female gender. Most are assigned to emergency services. The risk of panic predominates at 39,5 % and 53,4 % correspond to nursing staff. Cases of anxiety and depression occur in 47,8 % and 55,7 % respectively in resident doctors. Conclusion: the study shows a high prevalence of mental disorders in health workers in Culiacán, Sinaloa, with significant differences depending on the shift and job category. These findings are consistent with international literature, highlighting the urgent need to implement psychological support programs and improve working conditions.

NLP: METHODS OF PSYCHOLOGICAL INFLUENCE ON A PERSON

Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) is a set of tools for psychotherapeutic methods. NLP is a way of establishing a connection between the individual and his subconscious. The methods of NLP belong to the highest logical levels of the mind. Such values lie deep within the consciousness, they are not always clear and accessible to humans. Through NLP we can influence our thinking. This means that it is possible to control ourselves. NLP also allows to influence other people. The knowledge of NLP techniques can give a person unlimited power. These techniques affect both the individual and the crowd. This method helps people modify and code behavior, programming, for the purpose of regulating, programming and reforming behavioral models. In the article, we have studied the features of implementing NLP metaprograms at the linguistic level of the pre-election slogans of the political parties of Armenia, revealing the power of influence of these messages.

Extension research in the promotion of mental health: a balancing act for navigating literary craftsmanship

The aim of this study is to present a way of constructing knowledge through the weaving of literary craftsmanship as a possibility of decolonizing the Eurocentric logic of the academic universe. To this end, a critical literature review was carried out, taking decolonial thinking as its epistemological direction, thus interweaving a dialogue between publications from academically recognized digital platforms, with other knowledge that is recorded in narratives present in marginal memories. It emerged from an extension research project built on the interface between the transVERgente Extension Program and the Postgraduate Program in Psychology, Practices and Innovation in Mental Health (PRISMAL/UPE). Literary craftsmanship has been countering the coloniality of knowledge, proposing a way of spinning the pluriversity of experiences, dialogues and the sharing of knowledge. It has also shown itself to be a possible way to decolonize academic research writing, listening to the voices of marginal memories in conversation with voices already legitimized in the scientific universe.

Efficacy of a Meichenbaum-Based Treatment Program for Enhancing Psychological Immunity and Reducing Social Anxiety in Secondary School Students

Objective: The purpose of this study was to design a psychological treatment program based on Meyer's theory to increase psychological resilience and reduce social anxiety among secondary school students in Riyadh. Methods: A total of 973 secondary school students participated in the initial assessment, which revealed a 24.8% decrease in psychological resilience and a 23.7% increase in social anxiety. Out of this group, 28 students between 16 and 20 years (= 17 years) were randomly selected and divided into an experimental group and a control group. The treatment program was made for the current experiment only for the experimental group. Results: This proved to be true through the differences noted in the scores on the dimensional assessments, where the experimental group had increased extents of psychological resilience and reduced social anxiety. As a result, there were no statistically significant differences between the dimensional and follow-up assessments of psychological resilience as well as social anxiety levels within the experimental group. Conclusion: The study's outcomes demonstrated a positive impact of the intended psychological treatment program, leading to an increase in psychological readiness among the secondary school students in the group and a decrease in social anxiety levels. It presents an opportunity that supports developmental, preventive, and therapeutic approaches towards students' mental health and disorders, specifically severe social anxiety.

ПСИХОЛОГО-ПЕДАГОГИЧЕСКИЕ ТЕХНОЛОГИИ РАЗВИТИЯ МЫШЛЕНИЯ У МЛАДШИХ ШКОЛЬНИКОВ С ЗПР

According to the Ministry of Health of the Russian Federation, the Ministry of Social Policy of the Russian Federation, the Ministry of Education and Science of the Russian Federation, the number of children with disabilities is increasing every year. The main nosology that is observed in school institutions is children with delayed mental development. In the context of the implementation of inclusive education, adapted educational programs are developed for students with mental retardation, which take into account the peculiarities of their development and are aimed at helping to assimilate the educational program. The main branch in this work is the development of higher mental functions, including thinking. The problem of the development of thinking in primary school children is central in special pedagogy and psychology, it is the lack of intellectual activity that is determined as the main reason for the school failure of children in this category. Teachers are faced with the task of developing and implementing such programs using psychological and pedagogical technologies to develop thinking in younger students with mental retardation. The article presents an integrated approach using psychological and pedagogical technologies to the development of thinking in younger students with mental retardation, which favorably affects the dynamics of the development of their thought operations. The practical significance of the study lies in the expansion and deepening of empirical research on the problem of thinking of younger students with mental retardation as a result of obtaining new qualitative and quantitative data that can be used by psychologists. A psychological program for correcting the thinking of younger students with mental retardation can be recommended to psychologists, teachers, and other specialists who work with younger students with mental retardation.

Culture, Linguistic, and Spiritual: the Use of Neuro-Linguistic Programming In Multiculturalism Activities of Bali’s Pandita

Culture, Linguistic, and Spiritual: the Use of Neuro-Linguistic Programming In Multiculturalism Activities of Bali’s Pandita

The Attitudes of the EFL Students in the Department of English at the Faculty of Education -Tooralbaha, University of Lahj Towards the Impact of Neuro-Linguistic Programming Techniques on the Development of their Oral Fluency

The Attitudes of the EFL Students in the Department of English at the Faculty of Education -Tooralbaha, University of Lahj Towards the Impact of Neuro-Linguistic Programming Techniques on the Development of their Oral Fluency

Sources of strength: a process evaluation of a university-high school partnership to promote mental health protective factors.

The purpose of this manuscript was to discuss the implementation process of a student-led positive psychological and behavioral program (i.e., Sources of Strength) at a local high school to prevent opioid use and suicide behavior. Over the course of 2 years of programming, university undergraduate students worked alongside and mentored high school students to implement school-wide and focused campaigns that targeted each of the domains of the Sources of Strength wheel (i.e., mental health, family support, positive friends, mentors, healthy activities, generosity, spirituality, and medical access). The summed total student reach for 2 years of implementation was 8,682 students. The average participation was 456.95 students per campaign. The average percentage of the school population that engaged in each campaign was 34.7%. While no outcome opioid use or suicide behavior data were collected, the participation in the programming was high. Universities can continue to engage with local high schools to provide support, collaboration, and mentorship to promote positive and supportive school culture. Using university undergraduate students to serve as leaders can provide them with applied learning opportunities, mentorship for high school students, and reduce the expectancy for high school staff to establish the program on their own.

The effect of neurolinguistic programming on labor pain, fear, duration and maternal satisfaction: A randomized controlled trial

ObjectivesLabor pain is one of the most severe pains experienced by women. In the literature, there is no research examining the effect of Neurolinguistic Programming (NLP) on birth pain and fear. It was aimed to determine the effect of NLP on labor pain, fear, duration, and maternal satisfaction in both nulliparous, and multiparous pregnant women. DesignThis study consists of each with two arms, parallel-group randomized controlled trials, on two different samples for both nulliparous and multiparous women. Data were collected between 3 October 2023–21 January 2024. A total of 124 women (62 nulliparous and 62 multiparous women) who gave birth vaginally constituted the sample of the study. Both nulliparous and multiparous women were randomly assigned to groups. The primary outcomes were labor pain, fear, duration, and satisfaction. When the cervical span was 3–4, 5–6, and 7–8 cm, NLP was applied to the experimental group for 20 min each, the control group rested for 20 min each. ResultsAccording to the measurement times, the mean pain score of the experimental group was lower than the control group. The mean VAS pain score measured over time decreased by 90.3 % in the NLP group compared to the control group for primiparous and 64.5 % compared to the control group for multiparous. In both nulliparous and multiparous, the fear of labor of the NLP group was lower, the duration of labor was shorter, and the satisfaction with labor was higher compared to the control group (p < 0.05). ConclusionNLP reduces labor pain and fear, shortens the duration of labor, and increases maternal satisfaction in labor.

Conflict Management through Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) Approach

Conflict is an inevitable part of life. Conflict management is an essential part of the success to manage interacting issues with others, both in professional and personal environments. One highly suitable method for conflict management is Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) approach, which views human language and behavior as learnable and changeable to achieve specific goals, including resolving conflicts. NLP provides several techniques and methods that can help someone manage conflict more effectively, such as managing emotions, identifying and understanding differences in perception, and building better relationships. This study aims to test the effectiveness of the NLP approach in conflict management through a case study that is researched using a qualitative approach with interview techniques to collect data from sources involved directly or indirectly in the conflict that occurred. The results of the study show that the NLP approach is considered effective in social conflict management. NLP techniques in recognizing communication patterns through Linguistic Model (Meta Model and Milton Model) using Chunking techniques can help manage conflict and improve relationships between conflicting parties. This study also found that the Chunking method in NLP is very suitable for resolving conflicts at the micro level, while for conflict resolution at the meso and macro levels, the Chunking approach can be combined with other NLP approaches such as ‘ecology checking’, and ‘future pacing’. Overall, conflict management using NLP can help improve someone's ability, especially for conflict resolvers and mediators, to manage conflicts more effectively and help conflicting parties find fair and equal solutions.

Psychological Effect of COVID-19 on Health of Medical Personnel in Hospitals in Eldoret Town, Kenya

Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) greatly affected medical personnel. Researchers have documented the detrimental effects of COVID-19 on the health of medical personnel, among them being high levels of infection and mortality, significant financial strains, anxiety related to both known and unknown information, and fear of ongoing impact and uncertainty. The objective of the study was to investigate the effect of COVID-19 on the psychological health of medical personnel. The study adopted a cross-sectional descriptive research design and was anchored on the Stress and Coping Theory. They targeted all 18 hospitals in Eldoret, comprising 3 public and 15 private hospitals. The population included 34 doctors, 55 laboratory technicians, 71 clinical officers, and 219 nurses, totalling 379 as a population under study. A sample size representing 50% of the total population was selected for the study. In a proportionate way, doctors, laboratory technicians, clinical officers, and nurses were selected at a ratio of 1:2:3:4, respectively. The snowball sampling technique was used to select respondents. The data was gathered through a questionnaire. The study's findings were analysed quantitatively. Multiple linear regressions were applied to examine the effect of COVID-19 on the health of medical personnel. Findings indicated that the psychological effect of COVID-19 had a positive and significant influence on the health of medical personnel (β1 =.646, P&lt; 0.05). Highlighting the profound psychological effects, the majority (77.7%) experienced stress. Therefore, COVID-19 had profound psychological effects on the health of medical personnel in hospitals in Eldoret town. There is a need to implement and expand psychological support programs tailored to the needs of medical personnel. Providing access to counselling services, stress management workshops, and peer support groups could help address the psychological challenges faced by medical personnel in responding to crises such as the pandemic.

Распространенность синдрома эмоционального выгорания врачей-ординаторов в Российской Федерации: анализ факторов и подходы к профилактике

&lt;p&gt;Health care workers' psychological well-being programs, including the prevention of burnout, from the very early stages of their medical career, is becoming an increasingly important task of the personnel management policy in the health care system. &lt;strong&gt;Aim.&lt;/strong&gt; To determine the burnout prevalence among resident physicians studying in the Russian Federation. &lt;strong&gt;Materials and methods.&lt;/strong&gt; The paper presents the results of the nationwide survey in which 434 respondents involved in 56 specialties of residency training took part. The median age of the respondents was 25 [24-26] (Me [Q&lt;sub&gt;1&lt;/sub&gt;-Q&lt;sub&gt;3&lt;/sub&gt;]) years old. Within the framework of the survey the method of diagnostics of emotional burnout syndrome Maslach K., Jackson S. (MBI), adapted by Vodopyanova N.E. and Starchenkova E.S., Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HADS), as well as questions aimed at determining the factors associated with the burnout in resident physicians were used. &lt;strong&gt;Results.&lt;/strong&gt; The results of the study showed that most residents (85,5%) were diagnosed with high and extremely high levels of burnout; 70.5% of respondents had high levels of anxiety, and 54,3% were diagnosed with depression of varying degrees of severity. The factors associated with the presence of burnout were female gender, difficult financial situation, smoking and alcohol consumption, insomnia, poor health, low commitment to the profession of a medical worker, lack of support from colleagues, monotonous work tasks and lack of prospects for career development. &lt;strong&gt;Conclusion.&lt;/strong&gt; Identification, description as well as further correction of potentially modifiable factors associated with burnout of residents is an important part of planning a new personnel strategy of healthcare system, where one of the most important elements is protection of psychological well-being of medical workers and psychological support of their clinical practice.&lt;/p&gt;

The effects of online intervention program implemented during COVID-19 on the quality of life and physical activities of individuals with intellectual disabilities and their mothers.

The aim of the study was to examine the effect of the Online Intervention Program implemented during the COVID-19 period on the quality of life (QoL) and physical activity (PA) levels of individuals with intellectual disability (ID) and their mothers. The experimental method was used in this study. A total of 184 people, 92 individuals with intellectual disability and their mothers participated in the study. By random assignment method, 40 participants with ID and their mothers were assigned to the experimental group (EG) and 52 participants and their mothers were assigned to the control group (CG). The participants with ID in the EG participated in PA and music activities for 60 minutes a day, three days a week for 12 weeks, and the mothers participated in a psychological counseling program for 80 minutes a day, one day a week. "Personal information form" and "WHOQOL-BREF Turkish version" for mothers, "WHOQOL-BREF & Intellectual Disability Module" for individuals with ID, and "International Physical Activity Questionnaire" for mothers and individuals with ID were used as data collection tools. As a result of the analyses, it was found that the mothers and the individuals with ID who participated in the online intervention program maintained their PA levels, the mothers showed a significant increase in all sub-dimensions of QoL, and the individuals with ID had a partial increase in their QoL.