Feelings Of Pleasure Research Articles

From passersby to placemaking: designing autonomous vehicle-pedestrian encounters for an urban shared space

Abstract Autonomous vehicles (AVs) tend to disrupt the atmosphere and pedestrian experience in urban shared spaces, undermining the focus of these spaces on people and placemaking. We investigate how external human-machine interfaces (eHMIs) supporting AV-pedestrian interaction can be extended to consider the characteristics of an urban shared space. Inspired by urban HCI, we devised three place-based eHMI designs that (i) enhance a conventional intent eHMI and (ii) exhibit content and physical integration with the space. In an evaluation study, 25 participants experienced the eHMIs in an immersive simulation of the space via virtual reality and shared their impressions through think-aloud, interviews, and questionnaires. Results showed that the place-based eHMIs had a notable effect on influencing the perception of AV interaction, including aspects like visual aesthetics and sense of reassurance, and on fostering a sense of place, such as social interactivity and the intentionality to coexist. In measuring qualities of pedestrian experience, we found that perceived safety significantly correlated with user experience and affect, including the attractiveness of eHMIs and feelings of pleasantness. The paper opens the avenue for exploring how eHMIs may contribute to the placemaking goals of pedestrian-centric spaces and improve the experience of people encountering AVs within these environments.

Effects of combined exercise program on happiness and life satisfaction on physically active older adults

<p style="text-align: justify;">Well-being is the assessment of individual experiences with pleasant feelings like happiness and life satisfaction. Combined training is recommended for older adults to decrease age-related psychological changes and functional limitations. This systematic review aimed to assess the effects of a combined exercise program on happiness and life satisfaction in physically active older adults. The electronic databases of Google Scholar, Web of Science, and PubMed were searched between 2000 and 2023 for available literature. The searched keywords were: older adults, training, exercises, happiness, and life satisfaction. After completing the investigation, 931 publications were found. Inclusion criteria comprised physically active participants aged 60 years and above, along with studies composed in English. Studies in which participants had obesity, diabetes, and other non-communicable diseases were excluded from investigation. The qualitative analysis involved eight studies. These studies ranged in publication date from 2008 to 2022. The participants in the studies were men and women aged from 60 to 79 years. The sample size was 1849 and ranged from 35 to 656 participants. Physical activity was a combination of aerobic training, strength training, stretching exercises, and balance exercises. The most used questionnaire was the Satisfaction with Life Scale (SWLS). The findings indicate that older adults of both genders who underwent combined training programs had higher levels of happiness and life satisfaction. Research has shown that leading an active lifestyle enhances older persons' happiness and satisfaction with life. These results support the importance of maintaining an active lifestyle to improve the mental and emotional well-being of older adults.</p>

THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN SERVICE QUALITY AND PATIENT SATISFACTION IN THE PRIMARY CLINIC OF THE DIRECTORATE GENERAL OF REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT, MINISTRY OF HOME AFFAIRS

Background: Service activities at healthcare facilities are closely linked to service quality, facilities, and patient satisfaction. Consumer satisfaction is the feeling of pleasure or disappointment that arises after comparing their perception or impression of a product's performance or outcome with their expectations. Patient satisfaction is related to the service quality of healthcare facilities. By knowing the level of patient satisfaction, management can improve service quality. Objective: To determine the relationship between healthcare service quality and patient satisfaction at the Primary Clinic of the Directorate General of Regional Development, Ministry of Home Affairs. Methods: This research is a quantitative analytical study with a cross-sectional design. The sample formula used in this study is the Slovin formula, with a total of 94 respondents selected using accidental sampling technique. Bivariate data analysis was performed using the chi-square test. Results: The univariate results showed good service quality at 95.7% and poor quality at 4.3%, while patient satisfaction was 94.7% satisfied, 3.2% fairly satisfied, and 2.1% dissatisfied. Bivariate analysis found a significant influence between service quality and patient satisfaction at the Primary Clinic of the Directorate General of Regional Development, Ministry of Home Affairs, with a P-value of 0.001. Conclusion: Good service quality will increase the level of patient satisfaction as service recipients.

Evaluation of the effectiveness and safety of a complex herbal remedy for the prevention of inflammatory diseases of the oral cavity

The article presents the results of testing the herbal-based mouthwash «Art-Dentale Expert» for compliance with regulatory requirements, including safety analysis, packaging, and labeling. The study aimed to evaluate the mouthwash’s safety and consumer satisfaction through a questionnaire survey. Findings. The «Art-Dentale Expert» mouthwash complies with the standards TRCU 009/2011 «On the Safety of Perfumery and Cosmetic Products». A survey of 70 patients with mild chronic generalized periodontitis showed significant reductions in gum bleeding and good tolerability of the product. However, 34 % of respondents expressed dissatisfaction with the need to dilute solution the mouthwash before use. Conclusions. The product meets various regulatory standards, including requirements for appearance, pH, toxic element content, microbial safety, packaging, and labeling. It can be recommended for use in the comprehensive treatment of chronic generalized periodontitis. Positive attributes noted by respondents included taste (87.14 %), smell (63.16 %), a pleasant feeling after use (92.86 %), gum recovery (90 %), reduction in gum bleeding (100 %), tolerability (97.14 %), and rapid therapeutic effects (72.86 %). No adverse effects were reported, but the dilution requirement was a notable drawback for some users.

Psychological Benefits of Sauna Ceremonies in the Context of Wellness

The health benefits of sauna bathing are described in detail, including the psycho-hygienic effects. The article addresses the psychological benefits of sauna ceremonies in the context of wellness and well-being. The main aim of the study was to analyse the respondents' feelings and experiences of sauna bathing, including sauna ceremonies, and to find out whether it helps them in maintaining their psychological well-being and what they experience during sauna ceremonies. A semi-structured interview method was used. The research sample consisted of 27 respondents who regularly took sauna including sauna ceremony. When asked what respondents found to be the benefits of sauna ceremonies, the most common answers were that it was an ideal form of relaxation, psychological hygiene and a tool for stress relief. During sauna ceremonies they experience feelings of complete relaxation and relief, pleasant and joyful feelings.

Emotional Response to Various Exercise Types in Patients With Mental Disorders.

Objectives This study examined the relationship between different types of exercise bouts and emotional responses in patients with mental disorders. Methods This study utilized an acute pre-/post-interventional design. Patients participated in six types of exercises: yoga, strength training, dual-task exercises, aerobic exercises, multicomponent exercises, and dance. These sessions were conducted for 60 minutes per day, once a week, from June 2018 to February 2019. Emotional states, including pleasantness, relaxation, and anxiety, were evaluated using the Mood Check List-Short Form 2 before and after each session. Results Twenty-four patients with mental disorders, including mood disorders, schizophrenia, and other conditions, aged 20-77 years, participated in a total of 272 sessions across six exercise types. Significant emotional changes were observed before and after the exercises, with an increase in pleasant feelings and a decrease in unpleasant feelings for all exercise types except the dual-task exercises. Yoga, in particular, showed large effect sizes for emotional changes, ranging from 0.65 to 0.72. Conclusions Yoga was found to enhance pleasantness and relaxation while reducing anxiety, whereas dual-task exercises appeared less effective in providing these benefits. These findings can help inform the selection of effective exercise methods for patients with mental disorders.

The effect of human-robot collaboration on frontline employees’ service performance: A resource perspective

Although human-robot collaboration (HRC) is increasingly becoming prevalent in the service industry, the impact of HRC on the employees’ work outcomes has been relatively underexplored. Drawing upon the conservation of resources theory, we aim to examine whether, how, and when HRC can enhance service performance of frontline employees (FLEs). To this end, we conducted an experimental study (Study 1) and a multi-wave survey (Study 2). We theorize that HRC can cognitively bolster FLEs’ confidence to undertake supplementary tasks (i.e., role breadth self-efficacy) and emotionally elicit pleasant feelings (i.e., positive emotions), which, in turn, enhances service performance. Our results support this view. Notably, our findings also reveal that employees’ trust in robots moderates the positive emotions mediated indirect effect of HRC on service performance. However, it does not significantly moderate the role breadth self-efficacy mediated indirect effect on service performance. Theoretical implications and practical recommendations are discussed.

The Influence of the Application of the Discussion Learning Method on Students' Learning Interest at SMK Negeri 1 Pangkep

Learning interests play a very important role in learning activities. When students have a high interest in the subject or topic being studied, students feel dominantly focused, engaged, and have a desire to learn well in learning activities. This research was carried out to evaluate the influence of the application of discussion learning methods on students' learning interests. To achieve this goal, data collection techniques are used through questionnaires, documentation, and interviews. The number of people taken as a sample in this study was 80 people using a simple random sampling technique. From the data collected, the results of the study were processed using descriptive analysis techniques and inferential analysis techniques to determine the influence of the application of discussion learning methods on students' learning interests. The results of the study showed that: (1) Grade XI students of Office Management and Business Services in carrying out discussion methods to increase students' interest in learning include the concentration of attention in learning, the presence of a feeling of pleasure, and the willingness to learn. (2) The correlation coefficient (r) was obtained which was 0.748% which means that the relationship between the discussion method and students' learning interests was 74.8%. Meanwhile, the determinant coefficient (r-square) was obtained 0.560 which means that the influence of discussion on students' learning ability was 56.0% while 44% of students' learning interest was influenced by other factors that were not explained in this study.

Togetherness in musical interaction

This paper presents a model of musical togetherness (MT), defined as the sense of musical connection that arises during real-time interaction and results in feelings of social connection, pleasure, and trust. The model comprises three layers. The first layer, which provides a backdrop for subsequent layers, comprises players’ knowledge and expectations about what will unfold during an interaction. The second layer comprises five processes that build upon one another: Belief in intentional partners in a shared musical environment, perceived liveness, and perceived responsivity mainly strengthen the social dimension of MT, while perceived embodied alignment and joint agency mainly strengthen the positive valence dimension. The third layer comprises rewarding feelings of social connection, pleasure and trust. These feelings feed back to affect the second layer processes, effectively guiding players’ musical decision-making and behaviour. They also feed back to affect the first layer, creating lasting effects on the way players approach musical interactions and relate to their interaction partners. MT should be seen as a fluid aspect of interaction that fluctuates alongside the aesthetic quality of the music. Players will sometimes sacrifice MT in the short term in order to improve the quality of their playing and strengthen their sense of MT in the long term. The MT model provides structure for a construct that has been used casually in the music psychology literature and has implications for how the performance behaviour of ensemble musicians is understood.

Hedonisme di Kalangan Mahasiswa: Eksplorasi Atas Pencarian Kenikmatan Instan Dalam Lingkungan Pendidikan Tinggi

Hedonism is the teaching or view that pleasure or enjoyment is the goal of human life and actions. The meaning of hedonism has shifted over time. Hedonism is currently synonymous with luxury and an excessive lifestyle, and tends to lead to consumer behavior. People who behave hedonistically are usually called hedonists, where they always maximize their feelings of pleasure if they want something to the maximum. Hedonistic behavior can be caused by several factors, namely internal and external. Hedonistic behavior has been found in many places and almost all groups have experienced it and even experienced it. hedonism can be said that the goal of hedonism is the aim of living naturally with pleasure for humans. Not a few people who have a hedonistic lifestyle will do things that are sometimes beyond reason in order to justify any means, whether it is hurting or harming other people, even those closest to them. This research aims to find out the extent of the factors and influences of hedonistic behavior among teenagers collected from several articles that have been published. The method used for this research is a Literature Review which collects several articles that have been published. Hedonism does not occur in a certain place, but is a lifestyle that can be adopted by several people and in several circles, one of which is teenagers. Because during the character formation period it can have a big influence on its adherents

Effects of near-infrared radiation in ambient lighting on cognitive performance, emotion, and heart rate variability

Although sunlight contains approximately equal amounts of near-infrared radiation (NIR) and visible light, NIR is absent from most present-day electric lighting systems and is filtered by energy-efficient windows. However, NIR is biologically active and is commonly applied in targeted photobiomodulation treatments for a range of cognitive, emotional, and physical conditions. Given the removal of NIR from indoor illumination, it is critical to understand how ambient NIR may influence psychological and physical health, and whether reduced exposure to NIR in indoor environments could because for concern. In a preregistered within-subjects double-blind experiment, acute effects of NIR and far-red wavelengths in ambient illumination on cognition, emotional state and cardiovascular health were examined in a sample of 151 university students (117 females, 34 males). During a 2-h laboratory session, participants were monitored at rest and while engaged in cognitively demanding tasks across two counterbalanced lighting conditions. Both included 3500 K white light generated by a light-emitting diode (LED) system, while one additionally included LEDs with peak wavelengths in the NIR (875 nm, 960 nm) and far-red (735 nm) spectrum. The addition of NIR and far-red to the ambient lighting showed beneficial effects on resting high-frequency heart rate variability (HF-HRV), HF-HRV responses to cognitive demand, and feelings of pleasure, but reduced performance on a visual search task. These findings reveal that the absence of NIR from architectural lighting influences humans at a psychological and physiological level, with implications for health and well-being that need to be balanced with energy-saving considerations.

Customer Satisfaction and Brand Loyalty in the Petrol Bike Market: A Study on Young Riders' Preferences and Expectations

Introduction: Satisfaction is a person's feelings of pleasure or disappointment resulting from a comparison of a product's perceived performance with expectations. As the definition indicates, satisfaction is a function of perceived performance and expectations. If the performance does not meet the customer's expectations, the customer is dissatisfied. If the performance exceeds expectations, the customer is very satisfied or happy. There has been a noticeable shift in the petrol bike market from a buyer's market to a seller's market, with plenty of choice. Players have to operate on various fronts such as pricing, technological product design, productivity, after-sales service, marketing and distribution. In the short term, the market shares of individual producers are sensitive to capacity, product acceptance, prices and competitive pressures from other producers. Methods: The research approach used is quantitative research approach in which each of the statements and questions have been provided with certain scores. The total of 123 respondents were taken to conduct the research. A structured questionnaire was designed based on five-point Likert scale. Findings: In terms of gender, the male population (89.4%) was greater than female population (10.6%). In accordance of age, the majority of people where from age group 18-25 (71.5%). According to the collected data (49.6%) of respondents ride their bike daily. Conclusion: According to the report, petrol bikes are most popular among young people, particularly from manufacturers such as Hero, Honda, Bajaj and KTM. Many users are satisfied with their bikes and would suggest them to others, but they believe they may be improved in terms of speed, fuel efficiency, noise, and lighting. Companies can increase customer satisfaction by enhancing these elements. Focusing on these improvements and marketing to young male riders may help these brands flourish.

Objective and subjective evaluation of the use of protective clothing on the thermal strain and mental workload of nurses during the Covid-19 pandemic.

Nurses are among high-risk occupational groups during the outbreak of epidemics. Therefore, these people are required to use personal protective equipment (PPE). Previous studies have shown that the use of personal protective equipment can affect people's thermal strain and mental workload. The present study was conducted with the aim of objectively and subjectively evaluating the use of protective clothing on the thermal strain and mental workload of nurses during the covid-19 pandemic. This cross-sectional study was divided into two groups with a sample size of 300 people who were selected by systematic random method. In the first group, 120 people were objectively evaluated (use of protective clothing). In the second group, 180 people only completed the questionnaire of mental workload, feeling of heat and sweating and other information related to the type of clothing and the duration of its use, etc. Measurements were done in August and September of 2021 and in the morning shift of hospitals. Data were analyzed using SPSS version 21 software and chi-square, independent T-test and linear regression tests. The average age and average working hours per month of the participants in the study were 33.51±7.88 years, 187.91±35.37 hours, respectively. The results showed that the predicted average vote (PMV) index and the predicted percentage of dissatisfied (PPD), moisture felt on the skin surface, the feeling of desirability and pleasantness of the temperature, the weight of sweat and the humidity inside the clothes between the two groups of people using insulated clothes There is a significant difference between medicine and dressing (P < 0.05). There was a significant relationship between mental workload and type of clothing, average working hours per month. The use of medical isolation clothes causes a high heat load on nurses and can increase their mental workload. On the other hand, people using normal gowns suffer from a high mental workload due to the fear of disease due to the uncertainty of high-level protection. In addition, medical isolation clothes increase the humidity of the skin due to their impermeability, which causes skin complications.

Consumer psychology and the effectiveness of marketing campaigns: The influence of psychological factors on consumer preferences and purchases

This article examined the relationship between psychological factors and consumer behaviour within the context of marketing campaigns in Ukraine. The research involved observing consumer behaviour, conducting surveys to collect quantitative data on preferences, and performing experiments to assess the impact of marketing strategies on consumer behaviour. The study found that consumers are drawn to products with appealing designs that evoke positive emotions, such as joy and satisfaction, and that are associated with pleasant memories or feelings of comfort. Products with social approval (positive reviews, recommendations) are perceived more favourably than those with neutral or negative reviews, as they significantly increase consumer interest and trust. The balance between price and product quality, as well as its environmental sustainability, are also important factors influencing purchasing decisions. Advertising is most effectively received through video. Thanks to audiovisual elements, video advertising engages with the audience more effectively and leaves a more lasting impression compared to newsletters or banners. Promotions, discounts, and product sampling are effective marketing tactics aimed at achieving short-term sales growth and enhancing consumer satisfaction. The research identified psychological consumer segments: those who value innovation and cutting-edge technology, and those who are focused on economic benefits. The findings emphasised that considering psychological factors is crucial for developing effective marketing strategies and increasing consumer interest. These insights can be practically applied by marketers when planning advertising campaigns or identifying the target audience for a product

Analysis of Teacher Job Satisfaction through Spiritual Intelligence and Emotional Intelligence in Palu, Central Sulawesi, Indonesia

Job satisfaction refers to the feeling of fulfillment and pleasure when expectations align with reality. A person's job satisfaction can be influenced by their intelligence, particularly spiritual and emotional intelligence. This study aims to describe the results of analyzing teacher job satisfaction through both spiritual and emotional intelligence, both individually and collectively, in Palu City. The research employed a survey method with a quantitative approach and multiple regression analysis. The population consisted of 417 teachers from public and private Madrasah Aliyah schools in Palu City, with a sample of 167 teachers determined using the Slovin formula. A Likert-scale questionnaire was used as the research instrument. The results indicate that both spiritual and emotional intelligence, both individually and together, have a positive and significant impact on teacher job satisfaction. Specifically, spiritual intelligence has a stronger influence (0.586) compared to emotional intelligence (0.315) on teacher job satisfaction. These findings suggest that both spiritual and emotional intelligence play a key role in enhancing teacher job satisfaction in Palu City, Central Sulawesi, Indonesia.

Indulging in Tempting Yet Unhealthy Delights: Exploring the Moderating Influence of Gender and Motivation for Healthy and Sustainable Eating

Individuals frequently encounter alluring food temptations that can disrupt their efforts to follow a healthy diet. These temptations may trigger pleasurable thoughts and sensations, potentially leading to unhealthy eating habits and obesity, which misalign with the goals of sustainable food systems to promote overall well-being. However, there is limited knowledge regarding how individual differences such as gender and motivation for healthy eating might impact individuals’ responses to unhealthy food temptations. In an experimental investigation, 245 participants were exposed to a tasty but low-nutrient food product (potato crisps). The results provide several new insights: (a) when individuals’ motivation for healthy eating is low, pleasurable experiences have a positive impact on perceived dietary quality; (b) pleasurable feelings also directly reduce willingness to consume potato crisps; (c) gender influences the relationship between pleasure-feeling and willingness to eat, with a negative relationship for women and a non-significant relationship for men; and (d) among women, there is a positive relationship between arousal and willingness to eat, while this relationship is non-significant for men. This study adds to the body of knowledge already available on food temptations, nutrition, and sustainable eating.

Mindfulness interventions during exercise: More pleasant core affective feelings for regular exercisers but not for the physically inactive.

Mindfulness interventions during exercise: More pleasant core affective feelings for regular exercisers but not for the physically inactive.

Exposure to simulated nature promotes positive body image irrespective of the presentation modality: A comparison of images, 2-dimensional film, and 360° immersive film

Previous studies have shown that exposure to simulated natural environments can elevate state body appreciation, but stimulus sets have been limited to the use of images and 2-dimensional (2D) film. To extend this work, we examined the relative impact of images, 2D film, and a 360° immersive film on immediate, state body appreciation. A total of 136 German-speaking adults from Austria (71.3 % women; age range 18–69 years) were randomly assigned to one of three conditions, in which they viewed an image set, a 2D film, or a 360° film depicting the same natural environment. Before and after viewing the stimuli, they completed measures of state body appreciation, affect, and desire for aesthetics. Our results showed that state body appreciation improved in all three conditions, with effect sizes ranging from Cohen’s d = 0.26 (2D film) to 0.52 (360° film). Presentation modality did not significantly shape improvements in state body appreciation; that is, the elevation in state body appreciation was equivalent across all three groups. Participants also experienced improvements in feelings of pleasantness, but again this was independent of the experimental group. These results suggest exposure to simulated nature may improve state body appreciation irrespective of the presentation modality.

Pengaruh Tingkat Pengetahuan Masyarakat Terhadap Minat Menggunakan Produk Bank Syariah (Studi pada Masyarakat Desa Carebbu, Kec. Awangpone, Kab. Bone)

Public knowledge about Islamic banks will also affect the public's view of Islamic banks themselves. Interest is an interest in something that can cause feelings of pleasure, interest, and prosperity. This study discusses the influence of the level of public knowledge on interest in using Islamic bank products. This research was conducted with the aim of finding out the level of public knowledge about using Islamic bank products. This study uses a quantitative research method. The data of this study used primary data with the distribution of questionnaires as many as 97 respondents. The sampling technique uses a simple random sampling technique. The results of this study show that there is a partial effect between the level of public knowledge on the interest in using Islamic bank products with a value of 15,280. Meanwhile, the coefficient test obtained a score of 70.8% and the rest was influenced by other factors. Thus, a small number of related variables are explained by the independent variables used in the study.

The Role of Satisfaction in Mediating the Relationship between Brand Trust and Brand Image towards Consumer Loyalty on E-Commerce Platforms

The rapid development of communication technology today offers increasingly diverse forms of communication, making communication unrestricted by boundaries, distance, space, or time. This is also driven by the continuous growth in internet usage, which has become a lifestyle for people to meet their needs. One of the needs that massively utilizes the internet is the activity of purchasing goods or services online, or what is known as e-commerce, which refers to the use of communication networks and computers to conduct business processes. The online business world is closely associated with various issues such as fraud, dissatisfaction, and other forms of dishonesty by marketers. Customer satisfaction has a positive impact on customer loyalty. Customer loyalty is usually identified through repeated purchasing patterns. Satisfied customers tend to make repeat purchases and demonstrate loyalty to the product. Customer satisfaction is the feeling of pleasure or disappointment experienced by a customer when comparing a product's performance with their previous expectations of the product. If the product's performance fails to meet expectations, the customer will be dissatisfied. This research aims to determine whether satisfaction can mediate the relationship between brand trust and brand image towards loyalty. The population in this study consists of residents in Denpasar City, with the sample determined using purposive sampling. Data analysis techniques use SEM PLS.