Psychological Fitness Research Articles

A classification system based on improved global exploration and convergence to examine student psychological fitness

Anxiety is an important issue that affects their academic performance, mental health, and overall educational journey. To address this issue, it is important to accurately assess anxiety levels and provide evidence-based techniques. However, due to the complexity of anxiety and individual differences, analyzing clustering algorithms to efficiently classify psychological levels is challenging. Traditional clustering techniques face certain challenges in accurately classifying anxiety levels, such as slow convergence, sensitivity to initial conditions, and difficulties in handling constraints. To address these issues, clustering with an improved Mayfly-based optimization algorithm (IMOA) is proposed based on the dynamic variable for better performance to classify psychological levels. Initially, IMOA is validated using 23 standard benchmark functions, confirming its ability to find optimal solutions. Then, IMOA is applied to the student dataset, classifying them into Cluster A and Cluster B. The average scores for both clusters across all test cases are 76.7% and 53.07%, respectively. These results demonstrate the formation of dissimilar student groups with homogeneous emotions and performance, highlighting the importance of addressing emotional stress. Finally, by assigning students to clusters, educators and mental health professionals can better support those who may struggle, ensuring they receive the attention and resources they need. The obtained results show that IMOA with a dynamic variable effectively classifies student anxiety, improving the learning environment and helping teachers better understand students’ needs. This identification allows them to provide more effective support and adapt their teaching to meet the specific needs of those seeking support.

Will I fit? The impact of social and identity determinants on teamwork in engineering education

In engineering as with many STEM spaces, the environment delivers many cues that affect psychological fit, which affects choices students make. Teamwork experiences can be particularly challenging for equity-deserving students. Using focus groups at a medium-sized multi-cultural Canadian university, we examined how engineering students navigated and experienced teamwork and how that interacted with social determinants (e.g., money and time constraints) and identity, including gender, race, and sexuality. We used the framework of State Authenticity as Fit to Environment to develop themes of teamwork choices, experiences, and outcomes. Social fit (respect from peers) and self-concept fit (whether self-image matches stereotype) affected many choices and experiences including selection of teammates with similar identities or allies. Women and low socio-economic status students sought self-concept fit by avoiding coding within teams. Visibly under-represented students felt pressure to excel to validate self-concept fit. The team environment itself sent messages about social and self-concept fit to many students, though the focus on collaboration and applications with social benefits often aligned with goal fit. These fit-guided choices and threats to fit nudged many students away from engineering careers. Interventions to address factors that cause negative experiences for marginalized students include strategic group composition, supporting mentorship and affinity groups, rotating group roles, structured collaboration, inclusive teamwork training and increasing diversity.

The Influence of Ideological and Political Education on University Students' Psychological Fitness Based on Intelligent CAD

The Influence of Ideological and Political Education on University Students' Psychological Fitness Based on Intelligent CAD

The Effect of a Training Programme (Skill-Psychological) on the Psychological Fitness and Performance of some Offensive skills of Volleyball Players

Volleyball is a competitive sport activity characterized by a direct struggle between two teams: Volleyball is one of the competitive sports activities that are characterized by direct struggle between two teams, as it has become a lot of practice today and occupies a good position as it is at a high and beautiful level of performance, so there is a desire for those who practice it to appear integrated performance as it is a combination of many different skills, whether offensive or defensive. Hence the importance of the research lies in knowing the extent of the effect of a training programme (skill - psychological) on psychological fitness and performance of some offensive skills in volleyball players. The issue lies in the fact that the player faces difficulties and psychological pressures during the match and his inability to regulate and control his emotions and greatly affect his performance, so the researcher decided to study the effect of a training programme (skill-psychological) on the psychological fitness and performance of some offensive skills in volleyball players. The aim is to find out the effect of a training programme on psychological fitness and performance of some offensive skills. It is hypothesized that there are statistically significant differences between the results of the pre and post tests in psychological fitness and the performance of some offensive skills in the sample. The experimental approach was used. The sample was volleyball players. It used the appropriate methods, tools and devices for research and also used the scale and tests and conducted pre and post tests and the exploratory and main experiment and the number of units was 16 units, two units per week, and concluded that the training exercises (skill - psychological) have a clear impact on the psychological fitness of players.

Pickleball Participation and the Health and Well-Being of Adults-A Scoping Review.

Pickleball has grown tremendously in recent years, yet little evidence exists regarding pickleball-related injuries. This scoping review extends current work on pickleball participation by identifying positive and negative health effects associated with the sport. We summarize how pickleball impacts the health and well-being of adult participants. Searches were conducted on MEDLINE, CINAHL, ProQuest Nursing, ERIC, SPORTDiscus, PsycINFO, Scopus, CBCA Complete, Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials, Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, and ProQuest Dissertations and Theses. Selected studies considered aspects of health and/or well-being of adult pickleball participants. Using the population/concept/context framework, participants were healthy, able-bodied adults 18years of age or over, who had played pickleball at least once. The positive and negative outcomes of pickleball on participants' health and well-being (concept) within the context of pickleball participation were examined. Full-text articles written in English since 2013 were included. Extracted data were tabulated, and a descriptive summary with thematic analysis was completed. This scoping review comprised 27 articles that met the inclusion criteria. Pickleball is promising as an exercise intervention for all adults, and there is evidence of positive social and psychological effects, and health and fitness benefits to participating in pickleball by older adults. Although we are still in the early stages of studying pickleball, there have been some documented health benefits of using the sport as a physical exercise intervention for adults. More research is needed on the types, prevalence, and severity of pickleball injuries and the sport's impact on younger players.

Strengthening Person Organization Fit and Innovative Work Behavior Through Psychological Capital and Leader-Member Exchange

This study investigates the interrelationships among Psychological Capital, Leader-Member Exchange (LMX), Person-Organization Fit (POF), and Innovative Work Behavior (IWB) within the context of the construction industry in Makassar. The research aims to determine the direct and indirect effects of Psychological Capital and LMX on POF and, subsequently, on IWB among employees. Specifically, the study poses the following research questions: (1) Does Psychological Capital influence Person-Organization Fit among construction company employees? (2) What is the impact of Leader-Member Exchange on Person-Organization Fit in this setting? (3) How do Psychological Capital and Leader-Member Exchange directly affect Innovative Work Behavior? (4) Do Psychological Capital and Leader-Member Exchange indirectly influence Innovative Work Behavior through Person-Organization Fit? The significance of this research lies in its potential to enhance understanding of key human resource constructs and their interplay, which could inform the development of HR management practices. Moreover, the findings are expected to provide actionable insights for construction companies aiming to foster a culture of innovation among their workforce. The methodology encompasses the collection of primary data from 397 employees across various construction companies, employing proportional stratified random sampling to select 199 respondents based on the Slovin Formula with a 5% precision level. Path analysis is conducted using the AMOS 24 software to analyze the data. The anticipated outcomes of this research include the establishment of significant relationships between Psychological Capital and both Person-Organization Fit and Innovative Work Behavior, as well as between Leader-Member Exchange and Person-Organization Fit. Furthermore, the study seeks to explore whether Psychological Capital and Leader-Member Exchange can enhance Innovative Work Behavior mediated by Person-Organization Fit. The results aim to contribute both theoretically to academic discourse and practically as a resource for organizational development in the construction sector.

Psychological Fitness Education Driven by Artificial Intelligence Technology and Its Influence on Education Assessment

Psychological Fitness Education Driven by Artificial Intelligence Technology and Its Influence on Education Assessment

Predictors of musculoskeletal disorders among special education teachers in Sabah, Malaysia

Special education teachers encounter considerable occupational challenges, yet there is limited information concerning musculoskeletal disorders (MSD) within this group. Therefore, this study aimed to address this gap by determining the prevalence of MSD, investigating associated factors of MSD, and identifying predictors of MSD among special education teachers. A cross-sectional study was conducted among special education teachers in Kota Kinabalu and Penampang, Sabah. Data were collected through self-administered questionnaires and musculoskeletal fitness assessments. Chi-square tests and independent t-tests were utilized to determine factors associated with MSD, while multiple logistic regression was performed to develop a comprehensive predictive model for MSD, which was then validated and tested for model fitness. A total of 122 individuals participated in the study, yielding a response rate of 95 %. The findings revealed a high prevalence of MSD (77.9 %) among special education teachers, with the lower back, shoulder, neck, knee, upper back, and foot being the most affected regions. The multivariable regression model identified several predictors of MSD, including marital status (adjusted odds ratio [aOR] = 4.78, 95 % confidence interval [CI] = 1.49–15.40), body fat percentage (aOR = 1.06, 95 % CI = 1.00–1.12), teaching in prolonged standing for few days a week (aOR = 3.20, 95 % CI = 0.99–10.29) or every day (aOR = 6.20, 95 % CI = 1.44–26.70), mindfulness (aOR = 0.47, 95 % CI = 0.22–0.98), and back extensor strength (aOR = 5.86, 95 % CI = 1.92–17.92). This study highlights the necessity of implementing interventions focusing on the ergonomic, psychological, and musculoskeletal fitness components to mitigate the prevalence of MSD and improve the overall well-being of special education teachers.

Consumer Preferences for Native Chicken Meat in India: Implications for Sustainable Production and Household Dynamics

Indigenous and native chickens play a pivotal role in rural economies, providing income and food security. India is one of the world's top producers of poultry, with a total chicken population of 851.8 million in 2019 and 37.2% representing native or indigenous breeds. In recent years, the rising demand for native chicken meat and government-backed projects in India have led to a shift from traditional backyard chicken raising to semi-intensive and intensive farms, empowering marginalized communities and women. Consumer preferences for native chicken meat in India was examined in this study, employing a two-part model with a logit model and log-normal OLS model to analyse responses from 503 consumers. Additionally, factor analysis revealed nine key factors influencing attitudes. Gender, age, income, education, marital status, cohabitation, household size, the presence of seniors or children, and consumption frequency significantly shaped preferences. Factors such as psychological well-being, affordability, knowledge, nutrition, food quality, fitness, purity, and sustainability had negative effects on preference and quantity purchased. The study reveals a strong consumer preference for native chicken meat, attributed to its organic nature, including traditional farming and sustainable production. To enhance sustainability of semi-intensive and intensive native chicken farming, it is imperative to address pricing disparities and ensure the consistent availability of native chicken meat. Achieving long-term sustainability in native chicken farming requires aligning consumer demand with ethical and environmentally sustainable farming practices.

Effects of physical fitness on mental health of Chinese college students: across-sectional study

BackgroundThe physical and mental health of college students is often mentioned, but there is limited research on a direct relationship between the mental health status of college students and their physical fitness level. This study mainly proves the relationship between Chinese college students’ mental health and physical fitness indicators.MethodThis study collected SCL-90 Scale test results from 5262 students (4012 boys and 1250 girls) through a questionnaire survey and conducted a Sport Quality Test on these students. Statistical software SPSS was applied for differential analysis and logistic regression analysis. Specifically, the differences in sport quality indicators between normal and abnormal mean total scores of psychological tests were analyzed first. Then, the binary logistic regression model was used to explore the impacts of sports quality indicator scores on students’ psychological fitness.ResultsThere are differences in the results of physical fitness tests between students with abnormal psychology and students with normal psychology. The four indexes of students’ vital capacity, speed, explosive power of lower limbs, and endurance running are effective in improving students’ psychologically abnormal state, and endurance running and improving vital capacity are the most effective methods to improve students’ psychologically abnormal state. In the physical tests of Chinese college students, the risk of psychological abnormalities was reduced by 9% for every one-point increase in lung capacity and 10.4% for every one-point increase in endurance running performance.ConclusionsChinese college students’ physical fitness and mental health are related. The best methods for treating psychological disorders are lung capacity improvement and endurance running. According to the physical test results of Chinese college students, for every 1-point increase in lung capacity and endurance running, the risk of psychological abnormalities decreased by 9% and 10.4%, respectively.

Strategies of Infiltrating Psychological Fitness Education Into Ideological and Political Education

As the cradle of cultivating talents, universities are facing great opportunities and challenges in their education. Among them, IPE (ideological and political education), as an important foundation for the future growth of university students, is of great significance. This paper discusses the relationship between IPE and psychological fitness education in university teaching. This paper expounds the necessity and feasibility of playing the role of psychological fitness education in IPECU (ideological and political education in colleges and universities). Based on this, this paper gives the strategy of infiltrating psychological fitness education into IPE. This paper combines NN (neural network) method to construct an assessment model of IPE quality. In this paper, MATLAB is used for simulation and comparative analysis. The final experiment shows that the RMSE of this algorithm is 0.512, MAE is 1.089, and the accuracy of the algorithm is 0.958.

A latent profile analysis of psychological resilience associated with work fatigue among Chinese nurses.

Nurses' psychological resilience has been studied using a variable-centered rather than a person-centered approach, impeding a comprehensive understanding of the holistic expression of these different forms of psychological resilience. This study aimed to examine the characteristics of psychological resilience in a sample of Chinese nurses during COVID-19 using latent profile analysis (LPA) and the relationships between these unique profiles and nurses' work fatigue. A total of 471 Chinese nurses were recruited from three hospitals in Hebei Province between June and July 2020. The participant samples were investigated with the psychological resilience scale and the work fatigue inventory. LPA showed that a three-profile model of psychological resilience best fit this study. The resulting profiles were low psychological resilience, medium psychological resilience, and high psychological resilience. Notably, there were significant differences in nurses' work fatigue among different profiles of psychological resilience. The study provided a new view of nurses' psychological resilience, which may be used to effectively reduce nurses' work fatigue and evaluate nursing work status comprehensively.

Стан організації і реалізації занять з рукопашного бою та психологічної підготовки курсантів

Given the current conditions, the involvement of servicemen of all levels in combat operations and the experience of performing military professional activities by servicemen of the Armed Forces of Ukraine once again confirms that the successful completion of a combat mission depends on the level of physical and psychological fitness of the personnel. The purpose of the study is to analyze the opinion of servicemen on the organization and conduct of hand-to-hand combat and psychological training and to determine the impact of indicators on the quality of assigned tasks. Material and Methods: To determine the effectiveness of the organization of psychological training and hand-tohand combat classes with the Armed Forces, to determine the effectiveness of the use of hand-to-hand combat means and the impact on the psychological readiness of the Armed Forces of Ukraine during the performance of military and professional activities, we organized and conducted a survey of military personnel of the formed groups. The study involved servicemen majoring in «Management of actions of mechanized troops» (n=87, II-IV year of study). The respondents were aged 18-25 years (middle age – 20.8±0.2). Results. It has been established that the current system of physical and psychological training of servicemen of mechanized units does not meet the peculiarities of military professional activity in the chosen specialty and requires new approaches and improvement, as well as the introduction and use of special exercises and training for actions in extreme conditions, readiness to perform combat missions. Conclusions. The survey and analysis of the results showed that 59.8 % of the respondents feel fear before performing training and combat tasks, 32.2 % of infantrymen perform professional tasks without feeling fear, 55.2 % of the personnel feel fear when performing and learning new techniques (actions), 34.5 % of the soldiers still have a feeling of using and performing hand-to-hand combat techniques, only 10.3 % of the servicemen confidently declare that they do not feel fear in the process of using hand-to-hand combat means and performing any techniques (actions).

How Does Psychology Fit Within a Population Health Framework?

Abstract

اليقظة العقلية وعلاقتها باللياقة النفسية لدى عينة من معلمات المرحلة الثانوية بمنطقة مكة المكرمة

The study aimed to identify the relationship between Mindfulness and psychological fitness for a sample of High School Female Teachers in Makkah Al-Mukarramah, it also relied on the descriptive approach with its correlative and comparative methods. It was also conducted on a sample of (304) female teachers, and the two measures of Mindfulness and psychological fitness were applied to them, prepared by the researcher, after verifying their psychometric properties, which came in a very high degree, the researcher analyzed the data through the (SPSS)program, following appropriate statistical methods, It has reached many results, most notably: that the levels of Mindfulness and psychological fitness for a sample of High School Female Teachers in Makkah Al-Mukarramah are high, according to the responses of the sample members on the two scales. Also, there is a positive and statistically significant correlation at the level of significance (0.05), between the Mindfulness and the Psychological Fitness, there are also statistically significant differences at a significant level (0.05) between the mean scores of the sample members on the psychological fitness due to the marital status. In light of the results of the study, the researcher concluded by putting forward many recommendations and proposed future studies, which can contribute to strengthening the concept of Mindfulness and Psychological Fitness among teachers in educational institutions.

Abstract 13300: Recovery From Acute Cardiac Events in Lower-Socioeconomic Status Patients: Physical and Psychological Outcomes Over Time

Introduction: Participation in cardiac rehabilitation (CR) reduces morbidity, and mortality, while improving quality of life following major cardiovascular events. Patients with lower-socioeconomic status (SES), such as those enrolled in Medicaid, are much less likely to attend and complete CR, despite being at increased risk for recurrent cardiovascular events. Methods: A secondary analysis was performed on a randomized controlled trial in which 130 individuals enrolled in Medicaid, with a CR-qualifying cardiac event, were randomized 1:1 to receive financial incentives for completing CR sessions or to usual care. Participants were assessed on clinical and cognitive outcomes soon after discharge as well as at 4 months, and 1 year following entry. The current analyses focused on how outcomes changed over the three timepoints. Outcomes included changes in psychological measurements (depressive/anxious symptoms, quality of life), body composition (waist circumference, body mass index), and fitness (peak VO2/METS). Mixed model repeated measures analyses of variance were used to test for main effects while controlling for sex, smoking status, age, and qualifying diagnosis. Results: Lower-SES patients entering CR had remarkably low levels of fitness and high rates of psychological issues. Fitness improved between intake and 4-months, and gains were maintained through one year (p<0.001) (Table 1) however gains were less in females and those who completed fewer sessions of CR. Body composition measurements significantly worsened between 4-months and 1-year (p<0.03). Psychological measures did not improve in the year following the event. Conclusion: While fitness improved in lower-SES patients, especially among those who completed more sessions of CR, psychological symptoms were elevated and did not improve. Future research should seek to understand how we can better serve this population, especially in the area of psych symptoms.

Эмпирический анализ профессионального психологического отбора кандидатов на службу (обучение) образовательных организаций МВД России

Conducting a qualitative selection of candidates for service (training) in the internal affairs bodies is one of the effective factors in reducing staff turnover. The article presents an empirical analysis of the psychological selection of candidates for service (training) Kikot Moscow University of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia named after V.Ya. Kikot: dynamics of the number of candidates entering the service (training); distribution of candidates by gender; "regional footprint" of candidates sent from the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia in Moscow; correlation of categories of professional psychological fitness; features of interaction of the Commission for Professional Psychological Selection with the Centers of Psychodiagnostics of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia; generalization of risk factors of deviant (socially dangerous) behavior; proposals for improving the professional psychological selection of candidates for service (training) in the internal affairs bodies of the Russian Federation. The author comes to the conclusion that the resources for improving professional psychological selection are: the inclusion of psychiatrists of the Centers of Psychodiagnostics of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia in the composition of professional psychological selection Commissions; increasing the candidate selection index (the number of candidates for one vacancy) by component units and the entry barrier (passing USE points); improving the criteria for determining risk factors of deviant (socially dangerous) behavior; improvement of organizational and staff structure of psychological work units in order to save personnel and professional personnel core - creation of departments for professional psychological selection.

Computer-Aided Medical Analysis of Smart University Student's Psychological Fitness Data using Fuzzy Clustering and Decision Tree Algorithms

Computer-Aided Medical Analysis of Smart University Student's Psychological Fitness Data using Fuzzy Clustering and Decision Tree Algorithms

Leveraging psychological fit to encourage saving behavior.

Despite their best intentions, most people fail to save enough for the future. In this research, we demonstrate that people are more successful at saving when their savings goals are aligned with their Big Five personality traits. Study 1 uses a nationally representative sample of 2,447 U.K. citizens to test whether people whose self-declared savings goals more closely match their Big Five personality also report higher levels of savings. We apply specification curve analyses to minimize the risk of having arbitrary analytical decisions produce false-positive results. As our findings show, person-goal fit significantly predicted savings across all 48 specifications. Study 2 expands these findings by testing whether psychological fit can influence savings even if the saving goals are not formulated by the individuals themselves but instead suggested by a technology service designed to help them save. In a field experiment with 6,056 U.S.-based low-income users of a nonprofit Fintech app (with < $100 in current savings), we show that people who were encouraged to save $100 over the course of a month were more likely to achieve this target if they were encouraged to save toward personality-matched goals. Our research provides support for the theory of psychological fit, showing that an alignment between an individual's Big Five personality traits and the personality appeal of a saving goal can help increase savings, even among those who struggle the most. (PsycInfo Database Record (c) 2023 APA, all rights reserved).

An Empirical Study on Impact of Emotional Intelligence on Patient Satisfaction

This study investigates the impact of emotional intelligence (EI) on patient satisfaction during covid-19 pandemic.Emotional intelligence is recognized as a vital concern for managing customer relationships post covid-19 times. During covid-19 situation people were in a severe psychological stress. They were busy in engaging themselves to shield from the effects of deadly corona virus. Those who affected by covid-19 virus faced many psychological fears which lead them to fall in a trauma condition. Many people admitted in hospitals irrespective of age and gender which indicated the harness of virus. The pandemic not only bulldozed the respiratory fitness but also the psychological fitness of people. The panic created by covid-19 virus lead to many emotional fears especially among the patients who admitted in hospitals during the pandemic period. The Health care workers, who worked really hard to save the lives of people despite of the fatal fears of the Covid-19. The essential element in managing people stress is emotional intelligence. This research work entitles to find the impact of emotional intelligence of people affected by covid-19 on their satisfaction. It’s a cross sectional study conducted on 252 patients (covid-19) on convenience sampling basis. The study highlighted the association between patients emotional intelligence, patients stress during covid-19 and patient satisfaction.