Psychological Facets Research Articles

Klim Samgin as a «Metaphysical Double» of F.M. Dostoevsky's «Underground Man»

The author of the article puts forward a hypothesis according to which the central character of F.M. Dostoevsky's work «Notes from the Underground» is a literary prototype of the main character of the novel by A.M. Gorky «The Life of Klim Samgin». According to the researcher, Russian writers analyze in their works a personality with a schizoid-polyphonic type of character accentuation, which A. Lowen considered in his book «Betrayal of the Body». In our opinion, there are extremely many psychological features in common between the «underground man» and Klim Samgin: the presence of schizoid alienation syndrome from society (a kind of «sociophobic syndrome») in the characters, the presence of a vividly accented «polyphonic character» combining an inferiority complex and megalomania in their «split self» (R. Lang) sadistic and masochistic traits of their personality. In addition, the common specific «psychological facets» of Klim and the «underground master» are the «emotional coldness» of the characters, their «petrified insensitivity» towards other personalities. The author of the article analyzes the artistic and psychological features of the characters of F. M. Dostoevsky and A. M. Gorky, expressed in their «autistic dreaminess» as a kind of «escape from reality», the inability of the characters to get out of the schizoid isolation of their «existential Hamletism». According to the researcher, A. M. Gorky not only borrows the model of the schizoid personality, which is so vividly described in «Notes from the Underground», but also adopts the methodological aspects of the author's position in relation to his hero, implemented by F. M. Dostoevsky. Consciously avoiding the ethical assessment of Samgin's thoughts and actions, producing an ambivalent dialogue of consciousnesses (M.M. Bakhtin) carried out inside and outside his character.

Edge Computing with Deep Learning and Internet of Things for Recognising and Predicting Students Emotions and Mental Health

A person's Mental Health (MH) dramatically influences their complete evolution in life, including their cognitive, emotional, and psychomotor components. A person with good MH is content with life and can be creative, learn new things, and take risks to accomplish more significant objectives. Currently, college students are dealing with MH concerns for various causes, which affect their academic performance and significantly contribute to poor academic results. Therefore, encouraging MH in college students presents a significant problem for educators, parents, teacher educators, and governments. Adolescence is a crucial and delicate time characterized by considerable physical, emotional, social, and religious changes. The physical, social, and psychological facets of an individual's growth are laid out in this period, with mental health as a crucial factor in promoting these gains. Therefore, it becomes crucial for researchers to use Deep Learning (DL) algorithms to study the association between MH and vital psychological characteristics, such as emotional intelligence, personality traits, and intelligence. The personal aspects, namely personality, emotional intelligence, and MH are all related ideas that influence one another. Individuals must have mental well-being and emotional harmony to have a good personality. The current study uses DL techniques to investigate the relationship between college students' MH, emotional intelligence, and personality features. To perform a thorough study on emotion identification and Mental Health Prediction (MHP) among college students, this project investigates the integration of edge computing enabled by the Internet of Things (IoT) in the context of intelligent systems. Innovative treatments are urgently needed due to this population's rising prevalence of MH issues. This paper aims to continuously monitor and predict college students' MH using Edge Computing (EC) and IoT technology.

Principles of suspicious activity detection and programs for analyzing suspicious activity using video surveillance cameras

This article delves into the principles of detecting suspicious activity, meticulously examining both logical and psychological facets of human behavior. It places a primary focus on diverse programs for analyzing suspicious activity using video surveillance cameras. A comprehensive overview is provided for key categories of suspicious activity, encompassing crowd clustering, rapid movement, intrusion into secure areas, and unattended items. Within the research framework, the advantages and drawbacks of leading programs for suspicious activity analysis through video surveillance are scrutinized. Furthermore, the article introduces the concept of an innovative program aimed at competing with existing solutions. This software aspires to amalgamate the strengths of competitors while avoiding their shortcomings. The research goal is to identify the potential for creating a highly effective software product capable of successfully competing and meeting the requirements of modern surveillance systems.

Analyzing the Impact of Metaverse Technology on Social Development: A Field Study on Generation Z in the United Arab Emirates

Considering the current role of technology, this research aims to investigate the impact of the metaverse on social development and psychological well-being in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The focus remains on Generation Z, as an important portion of the country’s metaverse users. Supported by the technology determinism theory, this research used a structured questionnaire to gather data from 363 respondents. The analysis indicates that metaverse technology significantly impacts social development and psychological well-being. The effect of metaverse technology on social development remained positive, with the p-value at p > 0.000. In addition, metaverse technology also has a significant positive effect on psychological well-being (p > 0.000), with the findings showing strong statistical support for this relationship. These results confirm that metaverse technology plays a significant role in improving both social and psychological facets. Thus, it is concluded that the metaverse creates immersive virtual environments that help unique forms of social interaction and connectivity, confounding geographical barriers. This can improve social skills and communication and promote a strong sense of community. The metaverse offers a directed and engaging space to practice social interactions and gain confidence, indicating its positive, constructive role in society.

Metaversal Real Estate Dynamics: The MRED Framework for Informed Decision-making in Virtual Space

Venturing into the digital frontier, the metaverse challenges our traditional understanding of real estate, beckoning a deep dive into its virtual realms and the complexities they harbour. This research seeks to provide an integrative framework for comprehending the intricacies of virtual real estate within the metaverse, emphasising its valuation, governance and sustainability. Utilising an exploratory design, the study amalgamates insights from existing metaverse literature and stakeholder perspectives to fashion a robust framework, which is further augmented by derived theoretical propositions. The findings shed light on the multifarious challenges inherent to the metaverse’s virtual real estate. There is a spotlight on the substantial energy demands of the metaverse and the consequent ecological imperative for sustainable digital practices. It underscores the need for malleable governance mechanisms in a decentralised metaverse and champions the harmonisation of age-old ownership philosophies with avant-garde technological solutions such as blockchain. The research also postulates a collaborative ethos for virtual space creation and propounds innovative financial paradigms tailored to the unique economic rhythm of the metaverse. Future research vectors could span the cultural and psychological facets of virtual domains and the ripple effects on conventional real estate frameworks.

Beneficial applications of herbal medicine in the problems associated with women health: A review

The social, economic and psychological facets of life are significantly impacted by health issues affecting women. Despite the widespread lack of understanding and health care systems, they are the lifeblood of all living things. In light of this, an effort has been undertaken to compile data on medicinal plants utilized in various women's health-related issues through literature reviews and field research. The findings showed that native plants are widely used worldwide as significant healing agents for women's health issues. Medicinal plants play a major role in women's healthcare in many rural places. For common disorders affecting women, such as urinary tract infections, pubertal changes, after-menopause syndrome, hot flashes, menopause, polycystic ovarian syndrome, vaginosis from bacteria, yeast-related infections, infertility, delayed labor, low breast milk production, abortion, and other female disorders, there are several medicinal and ayurvedic herbal remedies accessible. This article raises awareness of the issues facing women and the value of using medicinal herbs to heal them.

The Impact of Music Therapy in a Pediatric Oncology Setting: An Italian Observational Network Study.

Music Therapy (MT) is a non-pharmacological, art-based intervention that employs music experiences within a therapeutic alliance to attend to clients' physical, emotional, cognitive, and social requirements. This is the first study aiming at investigating the impact of MT on the psychological facets of children suffering from cancer. The study, combining the AQR and m-YPAS assessment tools, evaluated behavioral, sound-musical, and interactive parameters in pediatric oncology patients undergoing MT sessions during hospitalization. Fifty patients admitted to the Paediatric Oncology and Haematology Unit at Policlinico S. Orsola Hospital in Bologna, Italy, were enrolled, irrespective of their treatment regimen. Data collection occurred on the first day of the MT session between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m., with observations conducted by independent observers. In addition to traditional statistical analysis, network analysis was used to explore the combined interactions of all parameters, effectively discerning the distinctive roles played by each one during therapy sessions and their influence on all others. Network analysis highlighted distinct patterns of interactions among parameters during the various sessions, emphasizing the role of positive emotions and a calm setting, the child's ability to take the initiative in sessions, their sense of agency, and the parent's role in guiding them. Significant differences were recorded at each time point between all variables considered. The results of this innovative study may pave the way for future multicenter studies aimed at further exploring the role of MT in children undergoing both curative and palliative treatments for cancer.

Analyzing the impact of unemployment on mental health among Chinese university graduates: a study of emotional and linguistic patterns on Weibo.

This study explores the intricate relationship between unemployment rates and emotional responses among Chinese university graduates, analyzing how these factors correlate with specific linguistic features on the popular social media platform Sina Weibo. The goal is to uncover patterns that elucidate the psychological and emotional dimensions of unemployment challenges among this demographic. The analysis utilized a dataset of 30,540 Sina Weibo posts containing specific keywords related to unemployment and anxiety, collected from January 2019 to June 2023. The posts were pre-processed to eliminate noise and refine the data quality. Linear regression and textual analyses were employed to identify correlations between unemployment rates for individuals aged 16-24 and the linguistic characteristics of the posts. The study found significant fluctuations in urban youth unemployment rates, peaking at 21.3% in June 2023. A corresponding increase in anxiety-related expressions was noted in the social media posts, with peak expressions aligning with high unemployment rates. Linguistic analysis revealed that the category of "Affect" showed a strong positive correlation with unemployment rates, indicating increased emotional expression alongside rising unemployment. Other categories such as "Negative emotion" and "Sadness" also showed significant correlations, highlighting a robust relationship between economic challenges and emotional distress. The findings underscore the profound impact of unemployment on the emotional well-being of university students, suggesting that economic hardships are closely linked to psychological stress and heightened negative emotions. This study contributes to a holistic understanding of the socio-economic challenges faced by young adults, advocating for comprehensive support systems that address both the economic and psychological facets of unemployment.

Refugee Women’s Entrepreneurship: A Concept Analysis

Purpose: This paper aims to conceptually define refugee women's entrepreneurship in host countries, filling a literature gap on its gendered aspects and effects on well-being and integration. It seeks to clarify this concept and its impact on refugee women's empowerment, autonomy, and community contribution. Design/methodology/approach: Employing the Walker and Avant (2011) method, this analysis methodically reviews literature on refugee women's entrepreneurship, identifying key attributes, antecedents and consequences of refugee women’s entrepreneurship. The study grounds these findings in real-world cases and theory. Findings: The analysis shows that refugee women pursue entrepreneurship to overcome employment obstacles, using their resilience and creativity. It provides a route to empowerment, independence, and integration, improving well-being and challenging gender norms, while positively impacting the host society's economy and social structure. Conclusion and implications: This concept analysis uniquely deepens our insight into refugee women's entrepreneurship, offering an intricate conceptualization that bridges economic, social, cultural, and psychological facets. It positions entrepreneurship as a strategic response to displacement with profound implications for policy and practice. This concept analysis emphasizes the need for policies and programs that support refugee women's entrepreneurship, aiding their integration and enhancing host economies. It also underscores entrepreneurship's role in advancing gender equality, social inclusion, and community resilience, advocating for wider recognition of these entrepreneurs' societal contributions. Keywords: Refugee women; entrepreneurship; concept analysis; Walker and Avant

A study on the impact of systematic desensitization training on competitive anxiety among Latin dance athletes.

In the domain of competitive events, Latin dance athletes have always suffered competitive anxiety, which is a prevalent and prevailing psychological facet, in pre-, intra-, and post-competitive engagements. Usually, the implementation of systematic desensitization training is an efficacious approach to reduce competitive anxiety levels in routine sports to fortify psychological resilience of athletes (like swimming, volleyball, and basketball). This study focuses on the effect of systematic desensitization training on competition anxiety in the training of Latin dancers to establish good mental ability and promote the competitive ability of athletes. The "Sports Competition Anxiety Test Questionnaire" was used to evaluate and classify the competitive anxiety levels of 150 Latin dance athletes. Then, the top 48 participants were selected (24 in the intervention cohort and 24 in the non-intervention cohort) as the study participants after stratifying anxiety score levels from the highest to the lowest. The intervention group was treated with an 8-week psychological intervention by employing systematic desensitization training techniques (encompassing imagery desensitization and in vivo desensitization). The anxiety levels of the subjects were quantified by employing the "Sport Competition Trait Anxiety Inventory" (CCTAI-C) and the "Competitive State Anxiety Inventory" (CSAI-2) to scrutinize the efficacy of systematic desensitization training in regulating competitive anxiety levels among Latin dance athletes. After applying systematic desensitization training, the intervention group displayed a notable reduction in sport cognitive trait anxiety. Specifically, there was a decrease of 29.37% in social evaluation anxiety, 20.31% in competition preparation anxiety, 16.98% in performance anxiety, 25.16% in failure anxiety, 34.47% in opponent's ability anxiety, and 25.16% in injury anxiety. Moreover, for competitive state anxiety, cognitive state anxiety and somatic state anxiety decreased by 39.19 and 21.43%. The state self-confidence increased by 14.42%. The result indicated that systematic desensitization training not only mitigates anxiety but also positively intervenes in sports-related anxiety. Moreover, systematic desensitization training can significantly diminish competitive anxiety among Latin dance athletes to bolster confidence during competitions. Integrating desensitization training into the regular regimen of Latin dance practice has the potential to fortify dancers' psychological resilience against anxiety.

Mind-Body Mantra: Unleashing the Potentials of Life through Mind-Body Medicine illustrated in the Essays of Swami Vivekananda and Deepak Chopra

Good bodily and mental health is a condition of well-being. We may keep our bodies in good health by embarking on a quest to explore the deepest corners of our minds. The practical and scientific approaches for comprehending the relationship between the mind and body are the main emphasis of the study. Through their writings, Deepak Chopra and Swami Vivekananda emphasize the vitality of the fountain known as consciousness as a prelude to awareness, focus, and purpose - all of which are subsequently incorporated into medical procedures like radiation, chemotherapy, and surgery. Both the writers’ literary works highlight and discuss ancient Indian life sciences like Yoga and Ayurveda as well as Western Medicine. Through the field of Medical Humanities, the intersection of Literature, Philosophy, and Medical Science, this research will engage significant elements required for the purpose. Thus, the research delves into both the physiological and psychological facets of preserving bodily health.

A Comparative Study on Adjustment and Self Concept of the adolescent students

Social adjustment is a major psychological facet influencing the personality of an individual. This study compares social adjustment among adolescent students with respect to gender and location. A sample of 100 adolescence students were selected through a random sampling method. To measure social adjustment, the social adjustment scale developed by Weismen and Paykal(1974) was used and the data was statistically analyzed. A significant difference was found in the level of social development between boys and girls, but not between kids from rural areas and those who live in cities.

A Report on Investment Differs from Gambling: A Comprehensive Study on Technical Analysis in Investment Decision-Making

This research paper conducts a thorough examination with primary objectives focused on acquiring a comprehensive understanding of scrutinizing portfolio analysis, navigating the complexities of the stock market, addressing risk management considerations, and exploring the psychological facets of trading, the study aims to provide valuable insights for investors and researchers. Employing a descriptive research design, the paper establishes a structured framework for data collection, analysis, and interpretation, ensuring the reliability and validity of the study's outcomes. The research emphasizes technical analysis, specifically delving into candlestick patterns, and systematically evaluates indicators, oscillators, and trading strategies prevalent in financial markets. Distinguishing investing from trading and illuminating the divergence from speculative activities like gambling are additional focal points. In terms of data collection, the paper opts for a secondary method, utilizing existing information from literature, articles, and databases. This pragmatic choice aligns with considerations of accessibility, cost-effectiveness, and time efficiency, facilitating an in-depth analysis of the company's financial landscape and investment dynamics. Ultimately, the research contributes a nuanced understanding of financial markets and investment strategies, offering insights crucial for investors, analysts, and researchers navigating the complex terrain of corporate finance.

Spatial Narration and Psychotherapy in Suspense Novels Taking "Shutter Island" as an Example

In the 21st century, suspense novels have evolved and authors increasingly explore narrative theory and techniques. This study analyzes the employment of narrative techniques in Dennis Lehane's "Shutter Island" by applying Lefebvre's space theory. This theory links space with social production, infused with Marxist concepts, imparting social attributes to space, transcending its conventional geometric definition. The research delves into three dimensions: spatial practice, spatial representation, and the space of representation to expound on how the spatial narration in the text mirrors the psychological transformations of the characters. Characters' memories within the spatial context influence their actions, generating a sequence of spatial clusters. The emergence of new spaces and imagery impacts character cognition. The three enigmatic symbols in the text encode the protagonist's memories, unravelled through dreams, constructing a novel textual space. It is within this multifaceted interplay that the treatment of 'mental illness' is addressed. This analysis demonstrates how narrative techniques intertwined with spatial theory serve as a compelling medium to portray intricate psychological facets in Lehane's ""Shutter Island"."

Smartwatch step counting: impact on daily step-count estimation accuracy.

The effect of displayed step count in smartwatches on the accuracy of daily step-count estimation and the potential underlying psychological factors have not been revealed. The study aimed for the following: (i) To investigate whether the counting and reporting of daily steps by a smartwatch increases the daily step-count estimation accuracy and (ii) to elucidating underlying psychological factors. A total of 34 healthy men and women participants wore smartwatches for 4 weeks. In week 1 (baseline), 3 (follow-up 1), and 8 (follow-up 2), the number of smartwatch displayed steps was blinded for each participant. In week 2 (Intervention), the number of steps was not blinded. During baseline and follow-ups 1 and 2, the participants were instructed to estimate their number of steps four times per day. During the 4-week wash-out period between follow-ups 1 and 2, no feedback was provided. The Body Awareness Questionnaire and the Body Responsiveness Questionnaire (BRQ) were used to elucidate the psychological facets of the assumed estimation accuracy. The mean absolute percentage error between the participants' steps count estimations and measured steps counts were 29.49% (at baseline), 0.54% (intervention), 11.89% (follow-up 1), and 15.14% (follow-up 2), respectively. There was a significant effect between baseline and follow-up 1 [t (61.7) = 3.433, p < 0.001] but not between follow-up 1 and follow-up 2 [t (60.3) = -0.288, p = 0.774]. Only the BRQ subscale "Suppression of Bodily Sensations" appeared to be significant at the Baseline (p = 0.012; Bonferroni adjusted p = 0.048) as a factor influencing step-count estimation accuracy. The counting and reporting of daily steps with a smartwatch allows improving the subjective estimation accuracy of daily step counts, with a stabilizing effect for at least 6 weeks. Especially individuals who tend to suppress their bodily sensations are less accurate in their daily step-count estimation before the intervention.

The Effect of Mental Energy on Psychological Skills and Courage in Soccer Players

This paper investigated whether athletic mental energy (AME) mediated soccer psychological skills and sports courage in soccer players. The study constructed a theoretical model tested using the Sobel test. The sample consisted of 369 active amateur and professional soccer players playing in the Turkish Super League, PTT 1st League, 2nd League, 3rd League, Amateur, and Honey Leagues of the Turkish Football Federation 2021-2022. Data were gathered via a personal information form, the Soccer Psychological Skills Scale-16 (SPSS-16), the Sports Courage Scale-31 (SCS-31), and the Athletic Mental Energy Scale (AMES). The results revealed that sports courage positively affected AME and psychological skill levels. Athletic mental energy affected psychological skill levels positively and mediated psychological skills and sports courage. The results verified the theoretical model. Further investigation into the domains of athletic mental energy, psychological skills, and courage within the realm of sports is essential for enhanced comprehension. Football players should receive insights into the psychological facets associated with courage, athletic mental energy, and psychological skills in football. Including psychological skills training in football programs for younger age groups is warranted. The scope of research can extend to diverse sample groups, thereby enriching the existing body of literature.

Screening Second Victims for Emotional Distress: Assessment of the Clinimetric Properties of the WITHSTAND-PSY Questionnaire

Introduction: Adverse events (AEs) are a leading cause of patient morbidity and mortality, greatly impacting healthcare providers’ well-being (second victim (SV) phenomenon). Since it is not accurately captured by existing psychometric instruments, we developed a clinimetric instrument for assessing SVs’ emotional distress before and after an AE. Methods: Content validity and clinical utility of the WITHSTAND-PSY Questionnaire (WS-PSY-Q) were examined using cognitive interviews. Rasch analysis (n = 284) was applied for clinimetric assessment (i.e., construct, concurrent, and clinical validity, internal consistency), considering two crucial psychological facets of the SV phenomenon (1st: emotional impact of the AE, 2nd: current emotional state). Results: The Rasch partial credit model was used. The 1st facet demonstrated overall acceptable clinimetric properties with the subscale anxiety meeting clinimetric threshold values (e.g., all items with ordered thresholds, Loevinger’s coefficient h ≥ 0.40; Person Separation Reliability Index (PSI) = 0.7). The 2nd facet showed overall better clinimetric properties for both subscales (e.g., h ≥ 0.40, PSI = 0.82 and 0.79, respectively; receiver operating characteristic area of 0.80 and 0.86, respectively). For both datasets, item fit statistics, except those for item 19, were within the critical range (z-score < ±2.5), and meaningful differential functioning analysis was observed for only 4 (out of 24) items. Local dependency was not observed, except for two item couples in the depression subscales. Conclusions: The WS-PSY-Q is the first clinimetric tool assessing SVs’ emotional distress. It should be regarded as part of the armamentarium used by clinicians to assess in-depth healthcare providers’ psychological reactions in the aftermath of an AE to mitigate burnout and allostatic overload.

RELEVANCE OF THE DEVELOPMENT OF SPORTS PHYSIOLOGY

The development of sports physiology stands as a crucial cornerstone in comprehending the intricate mechanisms governing human performance in athletic endeavors. This article delves into the profound relevance and significance of sports physiology in deciphering the physiological, biomechanical, and psychological facets underpinning athletes' abilities. It outlines the historical progression of sports physiology, highlighting its pivotal role in optimizing training methodologies, preventing injuries, enhancing performance, and fostering overall athlete well-being. By elucidating the significance of sports physiology, this study emphasizes its contribution to advancing athletic excellence and shaping the future landscape of sports.

Conspiracy mentality, subclinical paranoia, and political conservatism are associated with perceived status threat.

Status threat (i.e., concern that one's dominant social group will be undermined by outsiders) is a significant factor in current United States politics. While demographic factors such as race (e.g., Whiteness) and political affiliation (e.g., conservatism) tend to be associated with heightened levels of status threat, its psychological facets have yet to be fully characterized. Informed by a "paranoid" model of American politics, we explored a suite of possible psychological and demographic associates of perceived status threat, including race/ethnicity, political conservatism, analytic thinking, magical ideation, subclinical paranoia, and conspiracy mentality. In a small, quota sample drawn from the United States (N = 300), we found that conspiracy mentality, subclinical paranoia, conservatism, and age were each positively (and uniquely) associated with status threat. In addition to replicating past work linking conservatism to status threat, this study identifies subclinical paranoia and conspiracy mentality as novel psychological associates of status threat. These findings pave the way for future research regarding how and why status threat concerns may become exaggerated in certain individuals, possibly to the detriment of personal and societal wellbeing.

The role of teachers' socio-emotional competence in reducing burnout through increased work engagement.

Research has highlighted the relevance of socio-emotional competence in buffering the harmful impacts of perceived stress on the psychological facets of the teaching profession. The purpose of this paper is to innovatively investigate the relationships between perceived stress, work engagement, and burnout in a single comprehensive model, when considering the potential role that socio-emotional competence plays in mitigating the adverse impact of perceived stress on burnout. A total of 276 Italian in-service teachers (mean age = 46.6 ± 9.9 years) completed quantitative self-report measures of perceived stress, socio-emotional competence, work engagement, and burnout. Data were analyzed by using a structural equation modeling (SEM) approach. All fit indexes supported the model's full acceptance and suggested that teachers' socio-emotional competence reduced the effect of perceived stress on the risk of burnout by increasing their level of work engagement. The implications of the findings are discussed in terms of promoting interventions that target not only stress reduction but also foster teachers' socio-emotional competence in order to maintain a good level of work engagement and reduce the effect of stress on burnout.