Positive Communication Skills Research Articles

Systematic Literature Review: Implementation of Problem Based Learning (PBL) on Students' Mathematical Cognitive and Affective Aspects

Problem Based Learning (PBL) is a learning model that is often used and is believed to be able to improve the skills needed by students in the 21st century. This study aims to determine and analyze the effect of PBL on Cognitive and Affective abilities in learning mathematics. This research is a Systematic Literature Review (SLR) study, in this study 19 relevant articles were selected from the 73 articles collected. The findings from the process of analyzing the article are that PBL can improve students' thinking skills, problem-solving abilities, and students' mathematical understanding which also results in a positive impact on student learning outcomes, these abilities are the cognitive aspects of students. PBL also has an influence on students' affective aspects, after getting PBL learning students have learning motivation, self-efficacy, and positive mathematical communication skills.

Hermeneutic Phenomenological Study of Nepalese Migrant Worker's Families from Communication Perspective

This research study is conducted to explore the role of intrapersonal communication on human development of international migrant workers' left behind family (IMWLF). It considers these left behind families to have difficult life conditions due to the separation with their family members. It includes the experience of migrant workers' left behind son, daughter and spouses. Study has explored the variation in qualitative experience in this life condition due to their gender identity. Major focus is on human physiological, psychological, emotional, cognitive, intellectual and spiritual development. Hermeneutic phenomenological qualitative study is conducted through an in-depth interview of 4 participants from international migrant workers' left behind families based on interpretive research philosophy in a cross-sectional time frame on inductive approach. Inductive approach is implied to see the individual development within a wider area of human development. Major finding of this study is that family separation caused by migrant working has highly impacted their human development in various spheres as in studied variables such as physiological, psychological, emotional, cognitive, intellectual and spiritual level. Positive intrapersonal communication skills enhancement is explored as needed for intervention for the qualitative human development of these research participants in specific and in general of international migrant workers left behind families in Nepal.

Structural equation modeling for the effects of family dysfunctions and communication on perceived mental health status among under/graduate students in the U.S.

Many of the college students expressed experiencing moderate or severe psychological distress. In their emergence as adults, college students encounter significant periods of drastic change. Family functions play a crucial role in determining individuals' mental health status. The first objective of this study was to investigate whether family communication mediates the relationships between family dysfunctions and perceived mental health status among under/graduate students. The second objective was to investigate whether the mediation effects of family communication on the relationships between family dysfunctions and perceived mental health status differ by gender. The current study applied Minuchin's Structural Family Theory with under/graduate students (N = 348) in Ohio. Structural Equation Modeling was conducted to examine the effects of family dysfunctions and communication on perceived mental health status among under/graduate students. Disengaged family function significantly influenced family communication, which, in turn, significantly impacted perceived mental health (mediation effect). Enmeshed family function did not show a significant relationship with family communication, whereas family communication had a significant impact on perceived mental health (no mediation effect). The model comparison test indicated that there were differences between males and females: the structural weights of the current path models were consistent with the full models, and there was a significant difference in the effect of parents' marital status on perceived mental health, with males being significantly impacted in both models. Practitioners should recognize that improving positive communication skills within the family unit can be a realistic approach to supporting the perceived mental health of under/graduate students. Colleges/universities should offer regular education programs to promote an understanding of the relationship between family communication strategies and the mental health of under/graduate students.

The Effect of Organizational Culture and Communication Skills on Administrative Performance in Higher Education Institutions in East Java

This research investigates the impact of organizational culture and communication skills on administrative performance in higher education institutions in East Java. Utilizing a quantitative approach with a sample of 250 administrative staff, the study employs Structural Equation Modeling with Partial Least Squares (SEM-PLS) to analyze the relationships among these key variables. The measurement model assessment confirms the reliability and validity of the constructs, while the structural model reveals significant and positive effects of both organizational culture and communication skills on administrative performance. The findings highlight the importance of fostering a positive organizational culture and enhancing communication skills to optimize administrative efficiency. The study contributes valuable insights to the field of higher education administration and offers practical recommendations for institutions seeking to improve their administrative practices.

Classifying academic staff according to their satisfaction as part of quality improvement project

Accreditation by a reputable organization, such as the National Commission for Academic Accreditation and Assessment (NCAAA) or the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET), is a requirement for academic institutions to provide superior educational services. The challenge of quality improvement (QI) in education is still very real. Effective quality procedures in academic institutions depend on a number of quality factors, including work satisfaction and effective communication. Positive academic satisfaction and strong communication skills will not only improve the working atmosphere and boost productivity, but they will also increase job satisfaction. This quantitative research study's objectives are to examine organizational communication, define communication styles, and gauge work satisfaction at an engineering college. An online survey that is based on a questionnaire is used to gather information about job satisfaction. The perceptions of the respondents were gauged using five-point Likert-type scales. The scope of the study encompassed the entire population, or the entire academic staff employed by the college. The academic staff is divided into groups using factor analysis, which subsequently identifies a number of intriguing QI topics. The findings of this study also provide credence to the idea that academic staff members who have supportive leaders, good working conditions, and a maximized feeling of perceived job security exhibit much better levels of general academic job satisfaction. The authors feel that the same methodologies and assessments can be utilized in any kind of study, even if this case is focused on a single college of engineering.

The Case of a Cambodian man with Disabilities who Received Rehabilitative Education Support (Dohsa-hou) and Realized Social Participation

This study presents a case of a Cambodian person with physical disabilities who was able to attain social participation through the practice of rehabilitation and education. This case will be considered a valuable case model to develop an understanding of the practice of rehabilitation and education and its necessity for people with disabilities; a belief not yet widespread in Cambodia. The rehabilitation and educational method developed in Japan called Dohsa-hou (translated to “movement therapy”) was implemented for a client who had been confined to his home due to a disability in his limbs. Dohsa-hou’s primary goal is to improve the client's physical movements and to develop the client's ability to control their movements. Through this method, the client in this case improved his standing and walking movements and developed positive communication skills with others. As a result of the growth and improvement, the client was able to obtain a job in the community and earn a living.

The impact of therapy dogs on the social and emotional wellbeing of students: a systematic review

ABSTRACT Objective This systematic review examined the impacts of therapy dogs on the social and emotional wellbeing of K-12 students. Procedure Five electronic databases (PsycINFO, Informit A+ Education, PubMed, Web of Science and ProQuest Dissertations & Theses Global) were searched to find English language, grey literature and peer-reviewed articles up to November 2020. Results A narrative synthesis of 23 articles indicated that therapy dogs may enhance students’ mood and positive emotionality, social and communication skills, confidence and their relationship with teachers. Inconsistently, other studies reported that therapy dogs may not enhance the social and emotional wellbeing of students. Conclusion The current research is characterised by methodological limitations and an over-reliance on the perceptions of students and teachers. To enhance the quality and reliability of the evidence, future researchers are encouraged to adopt more rigorous methodologies with larger sample sizes and control procedures. It is also recommended that the perceptions of school leaders, other educational personnel and interdisciplinary health professionals are incorporated into future studies. This may contribute to a greater level of consensus in the educational sector about the impacts of therapy dogs on the social and emotional wellbeing of K-12 students.

Multifaceted Impact of Teachers’ Communication Skill on Students’ Learning and Development.

This article reflects the insights and experiences on the role of teacher’s communication skill on child’s learning and development as acquired over teaching for more than a decade and being a student from pre-primary grade to master degree. It is intended to ignite thought among teacher colleagues to reflect and consider the essentiality of positive and effective communication skills for teachers, the impact on children’s learning and developmental process and influence it makes on the life of learners. Having this idea teachers will be encouraged to work on developing this effective communication skills as their professional requisite to better communicate with their learners and expand their delivery skills. The teacher training institutions can work to incorporate courses for enhancing communication skills for trainee teachers and relevant stakeholders can develop and provide professional development programs to in-service teachers on this inevitable soft skill. This paper particularly looks at the three modes of communication that teacher uses in the classroom and the five dimensions.

Early evidence of leadership skills and strategies in managing the impact of COVID-19 pandemic in the hospitality industry

PurposeGiven the critical consequences of the current Coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis worldwide, displaying good leadership has been of utmost importance. Hospitality has been among the industries that have been hit the hardest by the pandemic, and it requires exceptional leadership skills unique to this crisis and sector. This multi-country study aims to contribute to the understanding of some of the most important skills and strategies that leaders in the hospitality industry may use to navigate the COVID-19 crisis effectively.Design/methodology/approachThis paper employs a qualitative study. Semi-structured interviews are conducted with managers of international hospitality groups or local hotel chains in seven different countries.FindingsThe results show that positive thinking, decision-making, flexibility, divergent thinking, trust-building and communication skills have a positive impact on leadership effectiveness in the hospitality sector during the pandemic. Besides, saving payroll costs, elaborating contingency plans and leveraging from partners' strengths are highlighted as crucial strategies.Practical implicationsThis paper provides hospitality professionals across borders preliminary insights and recommendations to manage the COVID-19 crisis.Originality/valueEspecially being one of the sectors that have been hit the hardest by the COVID-19 crisis worldwide, the dynamics and leadership requirements of the hospitality sector need further attention. The findings contribute to the literature by illustrating how managers have navigated the initial stages of the crisis in the under-researched hotel sector, and also by gathering evidence about the sector dynamics related to the early stages of this crisis.

CEMARA: Caring and Empathy Luar Biasa untuk Meningkatkan Kompetensi Sosial Guru Sekolah Luar Biasa

School Teachers for Students with Special-Needs (STSSN) are not only required to have high cognitive abilities, they must also have a higher level of patience and energy when dealing with students with special needs. In fact, some of them have not been able to respond appropriately the uncontrolled behavior of students with various special needs. The goals of CEMARA (Extraordinary Caring and Empathy) training are enhancing the knowledge, communication skills, and social competences of special school teachers. The training process is carried out using experiential learning with four sessions. The first session is orientation session and training contract, the second session is sharing experiences and explaining knowledge about caring skills and empathy, the third session simulates how to communicate effectively in an empathetic manner, the fourth session ends with reflection and evaluation. Seven teachers of MILB YKTM Budi Asih participated as respondents. The results of this training were the emergence of increased knowledge, communication skills and social skills among teachers. They gained new knowledge about caring and empathy, then they practiced problem analysis and positive communication skills when dealing with various special need students. The improvement of teachers’ social competences is shown by the teachers’ feedback at the end of the training

Nurse Burnout in Hospice and Palliative Care: A Scoping Review

Burnout in hospice and palliative care nurses is a growing issue, especially in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. However, few studies have focused specifically on burnout in this population. A scoping review was undertaken to identify what is known about burnout among hospice and palliative care nurses, and to unify disparate findings. Analysis of eight articles revealed three overarching categories: personal factors, organizational/workplace factors, and nursing professional development factors. Each category was then divided into three cross-cutting subcategories: contributory and noncontributory factors, mitigating factors, and workplace issues. Recommendations for individuals include self-care as well as self-awareness of intrinsic characteristics that can predispose one to burnout. Within the workplace, leaders are challenged to support evidence-based practice and ongoing education. Role modeling positive communication skills, effective conflict mitigation, responsiveness, promotion of equity, and workplace commitment also help to create a culture of wellness. Nursing professional development may aid in resilience-building, and promotion of self-efficacy, self-confidence, and assertiveness. Although all identified recommendations were derived from the literature, no interventional studies have been conducted to test the effects of suggested interventions. Future research should include interventional studies as well as qualitative research to capture nuanced experiences of burnout in hospice and palliative care nurses.

The Psychological Effects of Physicians' Communication Skills on COVID-19 Patients.

PurposeThe COVID-19 pandemic has affected physician–patient communication (PPC) in multiple ways. This study aims to report on the impact of physician–patient communication (PPC) skills on COVID-19 patients’ psychology in Jordan.Sample and MethodsIn this study, two questionnaires were designed. The first questionnaire targeted physicians, with 72 responses, and the second questionnaire targeted patients, with 248 responses. Both questionnaires contained common sections covering nine aspects of communication such as empathy, honesty, optimism, simple and deliberateness.ResultsThis study found that the psychological effect of physicians’ positive communication skills on COVID-19 patients is significant. There were almost statistical agreement between physicians’ and patients’ questionnaire responses that the physicians’ communication skills have positively affected the patients’ psychological status; all patients’ responses confirmed this finding.ConclusionBased on this study’s findings, appropriate and continuous training will advance physicians’ communication skills in the form of exercises that could be as simple as class- or lecture-based activities, or using technology-based learning. Using a protocol or handbook to guide such communication is another essential strategy to enhance physician–patient communication (PPC). The study recommends that physicians must be aware that PPC skills required may vary depending on whether they are dealing with a pandemic or non-pandemic situation. Generally, appropriate or positive communication skills are considered one of the main factors effecting patients’ psychological responses to their diagnosis.

Lecturer Perspective on Informal Learning Activities

The purpose of this study is to understand the influence of formal and informal learning in class. This study also intends to find an informal learning method that applied to a higher education institute. The method that applied in this study is to obtain insight into various learning processes through semi-structured interviews with several practitioners such as lecturer. After the interview is over, these interviews are transcribed and analysed with the theory-based template which has been drafted before but with an open mind emerging theme. Results show that the frequency of informal learning activities mentioned the most is searching through electronic media and the internet followed by sharing material and resources and collaborating in such discussion. This suggests that lecturers observe students formal and informal activities that students performed consciously and unconsciously. This study gives impacts and is aware of the importance to support and evoke informal learning activities within and after formal learning. The application of Informal Learning can enhance positive work ethics, communication skills, teamwork, and decision making. In addition, the informal learning model contribution is that it could establish mentorship and social events and also improve workplace relationship.

Effect of Sexual Esteem and Sexual Communication on the Relationship Between Body Image and Sexual Function in Chinese Heterosexual Women

BackgroundSexual self-esteem and communication on sexual issues with a partner contribute greatly to an individual's quality of sex life; however, their effects on the relationship between body image and sexual function are underexplored. AimTo test a serial mediating pathway of sexual self-esteem and sexual communication underlying the relationship between body image and sexual function. MethodsA total of 510 women aged 18–53 years (mean = 28, SD = 5.5) who were involved in an intimate relationship completed an online survey. OutcomesWomen's (i) body appreciation, (ii) body image self-consciousness during sexual intimacy, (iii) sexual self-esteem, (iv) dyadic sexual communication, (v) negative disclosure apprehension, and (vi) sexual function were assessed. ResultsFindings revealed that sexual self-esteem and dyadic sexual communication played a serial mediating role in the relationship between body image (body appreciation and body image self-consciousness during sexual intimacy) and sexual function, and the relationship between body image and arousal, lubrication, orgasm, satisfaction, and pain. Sexual self-esteem and negative disclosure apprehension also played a serial mediating role in the relationship between body image and sexual pain. In addition, dyadic sexual communication played a unique mediating role in the relationship between body image and sexual function, which is isolated from the effect of sexual self-esteem. Clinical ImplicationsWomen's sexual self-esteem and sexual communication with their partner can make beneficial contributions to the relationship between body image and sexual function. Therefore, promoting women's positive body image, sexual self-esteem, and sexual communication skills deserves attention from women themselves and clinicians. Strengths & LimitationsThis study used a robust method of data analysis to test the mediating effect of sexual self-esteem and sexual communication to clarify the mechanism underlying the relationship between body image and sexual function among Chinese women; however, causal conclusions cannot be drawn. Furthermore, various demographics including participants' age, education level, sexual orientation—factors such as relationship status and length, relationship functioning, and partner-related variables—and other aspects of sexual self-concept and sexual communication should be examined in future research. ConclusionThe current study indicates that women's thoughts and feelings regarding sexuality and communicating sexual issues with their partner are associated closely with their body image and sexual function.T Wu, Y Zheng. Effect of Sexual Esteem and Sexual Communication on the Relationship Between Body Image and Sexual Function in Chinese Heterosexual Women. J Sex Med 2021;XX:XXX–XXX.

Italian Validation of Family Adaptability and Cohesion Scale (FACES IV) Short Version for Adolescents: SAD_FACES

This study validated the Italian short version of FACES-IV (Family Adaptability and Cohesion Scale) for adolescents, namely SAD_FACES. The scale assessed adolescents’ perceptions of their families’ adaptive and maladaptive functioning along the six dimensions of cohesion, flexibility, disengagement, enmeshment, rigidity and chaos as defined by the Circumplex Model of Marital and Family Systems. SAD_FACES was administrated to a sample of secondary school students (Age = 14–16 years; N = 446). The Family Communication Scale (FCS), measuring positive communication skills used in the family system, was also administered to assess external validity. ESEM was performed and evaluation of model fit was based on values of the comparative fit index (CFI), the Tucker-Lewis Index (TLI), and the root mean square error of approximation (RMSEA). The scores that were computed as the sum of the intended items and latent traits were both considered for each dimension. Results showed that SAD_FACES (24 items) has the same structure and internal consistency of the Italian version of FACES IV validated with adolescent samples. Implications for the validity and usage of a short scale for the assessment of adolescents’ perception of family functioning and their wellbeing are discussed. Future research should validate SAD_FACES with different age cohorts of adolescents and belonging to different cultural contexts as well as consider clinical samples of adolescents. The agility of SAD_FACES could facilitate investigations with clinical samples of adolescents. Future research is needed in this area.

Adolescents’ individual resilience and its association with security threats, anxiety and family resilience

ABSTRACT The current study explored the association between family resilience, anxiety, and individual resilience of adolescents in times of ongoing security threats. We examined 89 dyads of parents and adolescents exposed to rocket attacks for 13 years. The investigated variables included exposure to security threats, gender, anxiety, individual resilience, self-differentiation, and family resilience. The results indicate that youth who believed their family to be resilient were also more individually resilient and suffered less anxiety in the face of security tensions. Furthermore, adolescents with higher self-differentiation reported higher individual resilience. Adolescents’ perceptions of family resilience mediated the relationship between the parents’ perceptions of family resilience and the adolescents’ individual resilience and anxiety. It was also found that mothers and daughters reported more anxiety than fathers and sons and that adolescents displayed higher levels of self-differentiation than their parents. Overall, the results indicate that family resilience is the collective product of a shared and interactive process. The practical implications of the results include guidelines for developing programmes for families aimed to increase family resilience by enhancing their skills, such as positive family communication and problem solving skills, in order to increase their adolescents’ individual resilience.

ПІДГОТОВКА МАЙБУТНІХ ВИХОВАТЕЛІВ ДО ФОРМУВАННЯ ПОЗИТИВНИХ МІЖОСОБИСТІСНИХ ВЗАЄМИН ТА НАВИЧОК СПІЛКУВАННЯ ДІТЕЙ ДОШКІЛЬНОГО ВІКУ З ОСОБЛИВИМИ ОСВІТНІМИ ПОТРЕБАМИ

У статті представлено теоретичне обґрунтування проблеми підготовки майбутніх вихователів до формування позитивних міжособистісних взаємин та навичок спілкування дітей дошкільного віку з особливими освітніми потребами. Авторами представлено власне розуміння готовності до професійної діяльності в умовах інклюзії, її основні компоненти та визначено складові професійної компетентності майбутніх вихователів закладів дошкільної освіти для роботи в інклюзивній освіті. Зазначено, що завдяки цьому вибудовуються актуальні компетенції педагогічної роботи в умовах інклюзії щодо формування позитивних міжособистісних взаємин та навичок спілкування дітей з особливими освітніми потребами.

Interprofessional Service Learning in Medical Education: a Year-Over-Year Assessment of Student Feedback

Community service learning has been extolled as an effective vehicle for interprofessional education based upon studies assessing the short-term impact of these experiences on positive team behaviors and communication skills. Through this study, the authors explore year-over-year student impressions of an interprofessional service learning program to determine whether the short-term successes detailed in prior studies are sustainable over time. Course evaluations were collected from 168 first-year medical students (M1) at Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine (VTCSOM) over a 4-year period beginning in 2013 and ending in 2017. All 238 current and former VTCSOM students were also prospectively surveyed and 87 (37%) responses were received. Study results indicate that first-year medical students consistently find interprofessional service learning opportunities to be valuable with regard to improving understanding of the roles of other health professionals, as well as helping to generate positive team behaviors. However, as students progress through their medical education and beyond, they may perceive the skills learned and obstacles encountered through these opportunities to be less generalizable to a clinical setting. These findings add to a growing body of evidence supporting the efficacy of service learning in interprofessional education. However, they also suggest that a potential divide may exist between the intended goals of these experiences at an administrative level and the team-based behaviors and communication skills that clinical students and practicing physicians use to navigate interprofessional conflict in the workplace.

Efficacy of an Internet-Based Community Reinforcement and Family Training Program to Increase Treatment Engagement for AUD and to Improve Psychiatric Health for CSOs: A Randomized Controlled Trial.

AimsCommunity Reinforcement Approach and Family Training (CRAFT) is a support program for concerned significant others (CSOs) to identified persons (IPs) with alcohol use disorders, with the purpose of engaging IPs to treatment and to improve CSO functioning. The purpose of the present study was to investigate the efficacy of an internet-based version of CRAFT (iCRAFT).MethodsRandomized controlled trial comparing iCRAFT with a wait-list (WL) condition with a nation-wide uptake in Sweden. A total of 94 CSOs to a treatment refusing IP, who described the IP according to DSM-IV criteria for alcohol dependence or abuse, were included in the study. iCRAFT consisted of five weekly administered therapist-guided modules with the following content: (a) improve CSOs’ own mental health, (b) improve the CSOs skills in asking the IP to seek treatment, (c) positive communication skills training, (d) contingency management of IP drinking behavior. Main outcome measure was IPs initiative to seek treatment measured at 24 weeks. Secondary outcomes were IP’s daily alcohol consumption, CSOs mental health, quality of life and relational satisfaction.ResultsOf 94 participants, 15 CSOs reported IP treatment initiative during the study period. Of these, 10 belonged to the iCRAFT condition and five to the WL condition. The difference between conditions was nonsignificant, and the results were inconclusive. Participants in iCRAFT showed short-term improvements regarding depressive symptoms, quality of life and relational happiness.ConclusionThis study was unable to demonstrate substantial changes in the iCRAFT program regarding IP treatment seeking or CSO mental health.

Positive Aspects of Emotional Competence in Preventing Internalizing Symptoms in Children with and without Developmental Language Disorder: A Longitudinal Approach

In order to better understand protective factors for internalizing problems, this longitudinal study examined positive emotions, emotion awareness and (non-)emotional communication skills in relation to somatic complaints and social anxiety in children with (N = 104) and without (N = 183) Developmental Language Disorder (DLD) using self-reported measures twice with a 9-month interval. Additionally, parents reported on their child’s communication problems and emotion communication at Time 1. Most importantly, since we found that increasing levels of emotion awareness related to decreases in social anxiety and somatic complaints in children with and without DLD, we conclude that children with DLD are likely to benefit from interventions aimed at improving their emotion awareness in addition to language interventions.