Psychological Interview Research Articles

Psychological prevention of injuries of the musculoskeletal system in elite athletes

The article presents a study of traumatic experiences by high-class athletes (members of the Russian national teams). Data on the subjective sensations of athletes who have suffered from injury of the musculoskeletal system are obtained, patterns in the perception of the consequences of an injury event are revealed. Also we present data on the attitude of athletes to injury in the aspect of professional activity. The analyzed information is an important component in the development of personalized programs for the prevention of reinjury in elite sports.Objective: to assess the psychoemotional experiences of sports trauma by elite athletes in the process of rehabilitation treatment after the musculoskeletal system injury.Materials and methods: a specially developed medical and psychological interview was conducted with athletes-members of the sports national Russian Federation teams, who are inpatient treatment in the sports traumatology department, in order to obtain primary subjective information from the athlete about his presentation of his own experiences of a traumatic episode. Further, the information obtained from the interviews was analyzed and grouped for further evaluation.Results: we state the significant influence exerted by the previous traumatic experience on the future life and professional activity of an athlete. Moreover, the influence can be both negative (fear, anxiety, kinesiophobia, uncertainty in sports-specific movements) and positive (acquired skills of coping with traumatic experiences, gaining new knowledge about one’s physical and psychological capabilities).Conclusions: thus, despite the diversity of individual reactions of athletes to injury, different life situations, sports and traumatic events, it is possible to identify general patterns in the perception of elite athletes of the injury itself, as well as the entire process of recovery and return to sports. This information is very important both for minimizing the negative impact of a sports injury on the psychological recovery of an athlete by switching his attention to identifying the “positive” consequences of the injury, and for the prevention of repeated injuries in elite sports.

PSICODIAGNÓSTICO INTERVENTIVO COMO FERRAMENTA DE SUPORTE AO CONTROLE DA HETEROAGRESSIVIDADE

This article is a clinical case study based on an experience report, with the aim of reporting the experience of interventional psychodiagnosis with an individual with symptoms of heteroaggression and intrusive thoughts. The case study methodology was based on the experience of the Basic Supervised Internship in Psychology and Assessment and Diagnosis Processes, the procedures performed were: reception, observation, listening, psychological interview (semi-structured), psychological testing - HTP Test (Home - tree - person), for personality assessment, STAXI - 2 (Anger Expression Inventory as State and Trait), for assessment of anger expression and feedback interview. It is concluded that the interventional psychodiagnostic process resulted in an improvement in the symptoms, providing, from the operations, that facilitated the expression of feelings and emotions, allowing reflection, self-perception and awareness of invasive thoughts and heteroaggression, enabling access to difficulties experienced and thus mobilize psychic resources for the change stage.

Clinical Case of a Child with Algoneurodystrophy

A clinical case of a 12-year-old female child with anxiety symptoms and a diagnosis of Algoneurodystrophy in the left hand is presented. The psychological assessment was carried out using the following instruments: observation, psychological interview, Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children (WISC-III), State/Trait Anxiety Questionnaire for children, and Conners Scales for parents and teachers. The intervention aimed to reduce anxiety levels, promote self-esteem, and alleviate the child's grief. For this purpose, a cognitive-behavioral intervention was carried out with the child and their parents. Through education, the child's parents were alerted to the need to express the feeling of loss, providing an environment for the resolution of the grieving process of all family members. Furthermore, they were also warned about the maintenance factors of the child's anxiety symptoms, such as the issue of high parental demand. As a result, it can be concluded that good therapeutic gains were seen, translating into the resolution of the child's problems and, consequently, increasing their psychological well-being.

Correlation Between Leadership Competencies of Islamic Religious Education Teachers and Students' Religiosity at SMK Muhammadiyah Prambanan Yogyakarta

Islamic Religious Education teachers as professional educators must be able to develop student religiosity in schools. This study aims to determine the correlation between PAI teacher leadership competence and student religiosity at SMK Muhammadiyah Prambanan Yogyakarta. This research is a quantitative research. The research subjects were 125 students of SMK Muhammadiyah Prambanan Yogyakarta, which were selected using proportional random sampling technique. Data was collected using psychological scale methods, interviews, and documentation. The data collection instrument test used the Validity and Reliability test, the analysis prerequisite test used the Linearity test and the Normality test. Data analysis used descriptive statistical analysis and product Moment correlation with SPSS program. The results showed: 1) the religiosity of SMK Muhammadiyah Prambanan Yogyakarta students was in the medium category. 2) The leadership competence of PAI teachers at SMK Muhammadiyah Prambanan Yogyakarta is in the medium category. 3) There is a very significant positive relationship between the leadership competence of PAI teachers and the religious behavior of students at SMK Muhammadiyah Prambanan Yogyakarta, with rxy = 0.598 and p of 0.000

Psychological Characteristics of Recipients Pretransplantation in the Dallas UtErus Transplant Study (DUETS).

Uterus transplantation is now a viable option for fertility treatment for women with absolute uterine factor infertility. Psychological assessment is recommended as a part of the perioperative evaluation process. The purpose of this study was to examine the psychological characteristics and mental health history of the 20 women who participated in the Dallas UtErus Transplant Study (DUETS) trial. This retrospective observational descriptive study was part of a prospective clinical trial. Prior to transplant, 20 women completed a clinical psychological interview, 19 of whom also completed psychological assessment measures including the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale, Patient Health Questionnaire 9 item, Generalized Anxiety Disorder 7 item, PTSD Checklist for DSM-5, 36-Item Short Form, Connor-Davidson Resilience Scale 10 item, and Dyadic Adjustment Scale. Women who participated in the trial had high health-related quality of life and minimal psychological history, with most reporting psychological distress associated with their initial infertility diagnosis (N = 13). None of the participants endorsed psychological distress to meet clinical concerns on the psychological measures used. Satisfaction with relationship adjustment with their partners was also high. Women with absolute uterine factor infertility who underwent uterus transplant demonstrated low psychological distress on assessment measures, were resilient, had high health related quality of life, and strong satisfaction with the quality of relationships with their partners. Although some women reported either current or past psychological diagnosis, most reported psychological distress that occurred at the time of the infertility diagnosis and appeared to resolve over time.

Interoceptive dysfunction indicates presence and severity of self-injurious behaviors in a clinically severe transdiagnostic sample

Interoceptive dysfunction (ID) is associated with self-injurious behaviors, as disconnection from the body is thought to enable bodily harm. This study tested differences in ID among those with and without history of self-injurious behaviors, as well as the relationship between ID and lethality of past suicide attempts. Adults (N = 344; 61.3% female; mean age 27.68) seeking psychological treatment completed self-report measures and clinical interviews during intake at a community-based clinic. Overall symptom severity was substantial (e.g., approximately 40% reported current suicidal ideation and two-thirds met a clinical cut-off score of ≥ 16 on the Beck Depression Inventory). Orthogonal contrasts were used to test whether mean levels of ID differed across lifetime self-injurious behavior groups. Attempt lethality was regressed on interoceptive dysfunction, covarying depressive symptom severity, age, and gender. Participants with suicide attempt history demonstrated greater ID than those without. Participants who had engaged in non-suicidal self-injury demonstrated greater ID than those with no history of self-injurious behaviors. Greater ID was associated with higher lethality of past suicide attempt, above demographic and clinical covariates. ID may have transdiagnostic relevance for risk assessment and management of self-injurious behaviors.

Asesmen Potential Review pada Pegawai Pelabuhan PT.X (Umpan balik: Pengembangan Kompetensi Melalui Konseling)

PT.X is a service business-oriented company in Indonesia, namely in the port service sector. In order to increase HR competency, PT.X regularly conducts potential reviews on several classes of positions including senior analysts, senior assistant managers, and senior managers. The research objective was to determine the actual condition of the employees' competencies. Data collection methods used were psychological tests, observation, interviews, and LGD. Data analysis used qualitative and quantitative descriptive analysis. The subject in this study was a 44 year old woman who was an employee at PT. X in the supporting facilities subdivision (FP) who has a structural position as Assistant Senior Manager (ASM). The results showed that from the entire series of assessments carried out to Ms.Y, it showed that there were 10 competencies that met the standards, 3 competencies in the category above the standard, and 1 competency below the standard. This means that generally Ms.Y meets the standards of her current position. The conclusion from this potential review assessment shows that Ms. Y meets the competency standards in her position as ASM in the supporting facilities subdivision, however, further development is needed regarding substandard competencies using counseling training so that Ms.Y can implement it to subordinates.

Analisa Metode El Chinix Traduisant La Realite (Electre) dan Weighted Product (WP) Untuk Pendukung Keputusan Perekrutan Karyawan

Human resource management (HR) is important to achieve company goals. One of the activities in HR management is recruitment, selection, and training. Recruitment and selection are usually carried out without using a system so that the calculations are still done manually. However, by processing data using the system, it can produce a decision in recommending prospective employees who can have a positive impact on the company. The company selection process is carried out in two stages, namely official selection and final selection in the form of psychological tests, interviews, ability tests, and communication. The use of the Elimination Et Choix Traduisant La Realite (ELECTRE) method at the official selection stage and the Weighted Product (WP) method at the final selection stage is a discovery made to obtain the best decision according to the required criteria. By using this method, the final result will be obtained, namely recommendations from several prospective employees who are fit to work in the company. The results of this system performance reached one hundred percent; the data from the system is in accordance with the expected calculations.

Asesmen Potential Review pada Karyawan Rumah Sakit Islam YY Pekanbaru

Human Resources are assets that are needed for an organization, both those engaged in services and in the field of production goods. Every organization will certainly have the potential of human resources that are different from one another. This is a challenge for the organization to find and map the potential of its human resources, so we need an alternative that can be used to find potential employees owned by an organization or known as potential review. This study aims to measure the potential capacity of employees who are following the performance evaluation process so that they can identify the hospital's needs in employee self-development. In addition, the purpose of this study is to provide recommendations and suggestions for interventions that are in accordance with the results of the assessment in order to help optimize employee performance. Subjects in this study amounted to 1 person who is in the position of Cashier Supervisor. Methods of data collection using psychological tests and interviews. Data analysis used descriptive analysis and qualitative analysis. The results of the assessment show that the subject meets the potential standards that are expected to fill the Cashier Supervisor position with recommendations that can still be developed to occupy the Hospital Cashier Supervisor position so that later they can maximize their potential in carrying out the tasks and responsibilities given. In conclusion, a potential review assessment for the Cashier Supervisor position is needed to be carried out in the development of human resources through Coaching to develop the potential of the Subject's leadership abilities in order to carry out the functions, duties, and responsibilities as a leader in the cashier work unit

Confession, psychology and the shaping of subjectivity through interviews with victims of female-perpetrated sexual violence.

Female-perpetrated sexual abuse (FSA) is often seen as rare and of little consequence. Confessing to being a victim of FSA is infrequent and often met with incredulity. Identifying as such a victim is thus often a response to an incitement to speak in the mode of confession. Interviews producing the possibility for such confessions were conducted with ten self-identified South African FSA victims and then analysed using a Foucauldian approach. In identifying as victims of FSA the participants drew on psychologised, gendered accounts of damage reflected in trauma, revictimisation, memory loss, the cycle of abuse and deviance. An analysis of these accounts demonstrates how confessional sites, such as the (psychological) interview, anchor victim worthiness in damage so that ‘non-normative’ victims of violence are able to see themselves in sexual violence discourse as forever compromised subjects whose healing requires rethinking the relationship between gender, sexuality, and violence in contemporary South Africa.

Interpersonal Problematic Areas in Liaison Psychiatry: A Feasibility Study.

Objective:Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT) model, with its four problematic areas of grief, deficit, role transition and role dispute, provides a useful frame of reference for a quick case formulation. We aimed at applying the IPT problematic areas assessment in a sample of patients from a liaison psychiatry setting.Methods:One-hundred and twenty-nine hospitalized patients of both sexes, aged between 18 and 80 years were interviewed. The 'Interpersonal Problem Areas Rating Scale' (IPARS) was used to detect the interpersonal focuses.Results:IPARS problematic areas were identified in the 76% of the sample (n=98). Grief and role transition, interpersonal deficits and role disputes were, respectively, the most frequently (43.4 and 42.6%, respectively) and the less frequently described focuses (14 and 11.6%). Moreover, 31 patients (24%) showed no problem areas related to current symptomatology.Conclusions:The IPT model has proved to be an easy-to-use tool, able to guide the psychological interview and allowing the collection of information from an interpersonal perspective in a short time, although no specific focuses were detected as related to current psychological distress in around 25% of the sample.

Deficyt woli w stanach depresyjnych. Zmiany w motywacji po stresie traumatycznym

The aim of the article is to show that the ways depressive reactions to a traumatic situation are arranged in patterns of behaviour/symptoms, concerning not only the emotional and cognitive sphere, but also the motivational sphere. The article will present the results of the examination of the mental state of people who experienced trauma due to the loss of a loved one as a result of a traffic accident and claimed compensation for the harm suffered through civil court proceedings. In our own research, the method of psychological diagnostic interview was used - in-depth and structured in order to obtain data for qualitative analysis of the content of the statements of the subjects. The aim of the research was not a strict verification of the research hypotheses, but a psychological assessment of the mental condition of the subjects after a traumatic biographical event. On the basis of the obtained empirical material, aspects of changes in motivation were distinguished, which were divided into four areas: 1) Reduction of energy and life vitality; 2) Lack of motivation to perform daily duties and activities; 3) Loss of plans for the future and reduction of life aspirations; 4) Lack of motivation to establish social contacts. Changes in motivation as a result of a depressive attitude appear here as a consequence of experiencing a situation of loss, i.e. a social stressor, which was the death of a loved one.

Development and Validation of a Semi-Structured Clinical Interview for Nightmare Disorder

Objectives Nightmare disorder is highly prevalent in clinical settings and is highly comorbid with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). In the current study, we aimed to develop and validate a semi-structured interview based on the diagnostic criteria of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders-fifth edition for diagnosing nightmare disorder. Methods We developed a Semi-Structured Clinical Interview for Nightmare Disorder (SCIN) in five steps: we interviewed 100 females (mean age, 24.6±5.88 years) using the Clinician-Administered PTSD Scale for DSM-5 (CAPS-5); Structured Clinical Interview for DSM-IV Axis 1 Disorders, Research Version (SCID-I); and self-report questionnaires for nightmares (Disturbing Dream and Nightmare Severity Index, DDNSI), depression, state anxiety, trait anxiety, suicidal ideation, and insomnia. Two independent raters assessed the responses of the interviewees. The interrater reliability for the SCIN was calculated. Pearson’s correlation coefficient was used to assess convergent validity between SCIN and the DDNSI. Chi-square analyses were conducted to compare prevalence of PTSD based on nightmare disorder diagnosis. Results Among the participants, 42% were diagnosed with nightmare disorder, 15% had subthreshold nightmare disorder, and 43% did not have nightmare disorder. Interrater reliability was moderate (Kappa=0.707, p<0.001). The semi-structured clinical interview showed good convergent validity with the DDNSI (r=0.639, p<0.001). Additionally, individuals who were identified as having nightmare disorder had higher levels of depression, state anxiety, trait anxiety, suicidal ideation, and insomnia (p<0.001). Based on the PTSD diagnosis using CAPS-5, the nightmare group had a higher proportion of PTSD diagnoses than the no-nightmare group (26.2% vs. 8.6%, respectively; χ2=38.41, p<0.001). Conclusions The semi-structured clinical interview for nightmare disorder appears to have good reliability and validity and can be used in clinical settings. Keywords: Sleep, Parasomnias, Sleep wake disorders, Psychological interview, Nightmares

Approach to early grief: Report of two cases

IntroductionEarly grief is a concept about which there is little literature. This generates difficulties in order to perform a differential diagnosis, as it poses complications to determine if the symptoms that the patient suffers are relative to the mourning or if they appear as part of a comorbid disorder.ObjectivesTo assess the difficulty in discriminating when accompaniment is necessary and when the patient can benefit from pharmacological, psychotherapeutic or combined treatment.MethodsPatients’ data is obtained from their medical history as well as psychological interviews carried out during the process.Results 32-year-old woman, with a previous history of depression. The patient was living abroad when her father was diagnosed with a terminal illness, so she decided to return home, making a radical change in her life. She is currently facing the functional deterioration of her father, who is rapidly getting worse. The patient shows symptoms of anxiety, tendency to cry and apathy. 34-year-old woman, with no history in Mental Health. As a result of her father’s illness, the patient develops a clinical manifestation of anxiety and low spirits. After one year, the clinic is maintained according to the variations in the health of her father. She also reports problems concentrating, fatigue, ruminative thoughts and structured autolithic ideas. Finally, she is referred to begin a psychotherapeutic follow-up.ConclusionsBearing in mind that we are facing an increase in diagnoses of terminal illnesses, I consider it is necessary to reflect on this concept in order to provide a better response to patients.DisclosureNo significant relationships.

The failure of adherence of the antiretroviral therapy is a field of work for the psychologist to HIV possitive patients in intensive care units

IntroductionHIV infection is currently considered a worldwide pandemic.ObjectivesThe objective of this paper is to outline the profile of HIV – positive patients in intensive care units, regarding the psycho-emotional and viral parameters.MethodsWe realized a retrospective study for a period of 36 months, evaluating HIV positive patients in intensive care unit in the “Sf. Parascheva” Infectious Diseases Clincal Hospital Iasi, Romania.ResultsFrom 1st of Janury 2011 to 31st of December 2013, the HIV/AIDS Regional Centre of Iasi recorded 2649 hospitalizations, of which 18 cases required intensive medical care, 10 males and 8 females. The number of days of hospital admission varied between 4.5 and 32 days in the Intensive Care Unit. Initialy the psychological interview was conducted for 16 of the 18th patients, 2 cases were with severely deteriorated health status that didn’t allowed communication. From them, 7 survived and they were evaluated at discharge from IIntensive Care Unit and also monitored long term, that revealed an increase in adherence to Antiretroviral Therapy and a change in lifestyle.ConclusionsHIV positive patients that requires intensive care showed a marked immunological collapse due to abandonment of the therapy or late detection. In order to fully accomplish the needs of the HIV positive patient, the infectious diseases specialist must collaborate with the psychologist.

Experiencing Emotions in Video-Mediated Psychological Counselling Versus to Face-to-Face Settings

How does using video technology influence the emotional experience of communication in psychological counselling? In this paper, the experience of emotion—as an essential factor in the communication between counsellor and client—is systematically compared for face-to-face and video formats. It is suggested that the research methodology for studying computer-mediated forms of communication links lab and (virtual) reality in an ideal way. Based on a sample of 27 cases, significant differences and their observed effect sizes are presented. The aim of this study is to investigate the emotional experience in direct and mediated interaction and thus to contribute to the systematic search for evidence as to whether and how the emotional experience in psychological counselling interviews changes during video-mediated transmission. The results suggest, among others, that negative emotions are more intense in the video format and positive emotions are intensified in the face-to-face format.

Depression among end-stage renal disease patients undergoing hemodialysis: a cross-sectional study from Palestine

BackgroundThe impact of end-stage renal disease on the patient’s psychological status necessitates the value of increasing depression awareness. The current study aimed to assess the depression prevalence among Palestinian hemodialyzed patients and its association with patients’ characteristics.MethodsA convenience clustered sampling technique was followed. Sample was collected from ten hemodialysis centers in the West Bank, Palestine, during 3 months in 2015. We used the Beck Depression Inventory-II scale (BDI-II) to evaluate depression among participants. All data were analyzed using Statistical Package for the Social Sciences version 16.0.ResultsTwo hundred and eighty-six hemodialyzed patients were interviewed. The mean age (± standard deviation) of the patients was 52.0 ± 14.3 years, and most participants were males 172 (60.1%). Regarding the dialysis characteristics, the median of years of dialysis was 2 years (1–4). The prevalence of depression was 73.1%. Elderly patients (p = 0.001), female (p = 0.036), living in rural areas or camp (p = 0.032), low income (p = 0.041), unemployment (p = 0.001), not doing regular exercise (p = 0.001), and having multi comorbidities (p = 0.001) were significantly associated with more depression scores. The results of binary logistic regression showed that only patients who were living in camps, patients who were previously employed, and patients who were not practicing exercise remained significantly associated with a higher depression score.ConclusionsThis study is the first one confirmed about depression and its prevalence among hemodialyzed patients in the West Bank, Palestine. Compared to other communities, the study found a higher depression prevalence rate. There is a need to offer psychological interviews and non-pharmacological and pharmacological interventions.

The Relationships between Social Media Facebook and Family Divorce (Study in Middle - Lass Society at Padang, West Sumatra-Indonesia)

Social media such as Facebook is assumed to have become a means of social interaction at this time. However, social media can also be one of the triggers for disputes between married couples that lead to divorce. Furthermore, the purpose of this study is: (1) To get an idea of ​​the characteristics of Facebook social media users in the middle class in the city of Padang. (2) Obtaining a picture of divorce that occurs in the middle-class society in the city of Padang. (3) Finding evidence of the relationship between the use of Facebook and divorce in middle-class families in the city of Padang. The population in the study was 368 people. While the study sample was 191 people, this study uses a quantitative descriptive approach. The technique of collecting data through psychological scales and interviews. Sampling technique using simple random sampling. Data analysis techniques using the Pearson correlation. The study results found that r count = 3.86 &lt;r table 5.92, which means there is no relationship between the use of Facebook and divorce in the family in the middle social class in the city of Padang

An attempt to analyze the longitudinal psychological state of cancer patients in the active treatment stage.

The psychological state and changes over time of cancer patients in the active treatment stage were classified into emotions by the speech and behavior of the patient described in the medical record article of the cancer psychological interview record, and the analysis of the "emotional state map" was attempted. In all cases, positive / negative emotions were mixed and appeared with variation, but a relatively large number of positive emotions, including <joy>, <relief>, and <liking>, were manifested, and the same was true in patients who experienced stressful treatment events. In the background, the existence of appropriate support from medical professionals and psychological characteristics peculiar to the stage of active treatment was inferred, such as the active treatment of the target patient, the hospitalization environment in which mental and physical pain promptly appealed to medical professionals, and the influence of psychological interviews. Cancer patients during active treatment perceived and expressed changes in the body and pain caused by the disease, and after responses from medical professionals and family members, they were conscious of their physical condition and emotions. It is suggested that this analysis method helps to objectively understand and explain the invisible and ever-changing psychological state of cancer patients in the active treatment stage. J. Med. Invest. 68 : 148-153, February, 2021.

New Challenges for Psycho-Oncology during COVID-19 Pandemic. Urgent Implementation of Telepsychology

Introduction: The health and assistance crisis generated by the SARS-CoV2 pandemic has been a serious health problem and a major disruption to the general population, specifically to the most vulnerable groups as cancer patients. This situation is forcing health professionals to face and take on major challenges to maintain the necessary care. Aim: The main objective of this study is to maintain specialized psychological care for oncology patients, and in addition, to describe the principal psychological difficulties of our series of cases. Methods: Before the alarm state in Spain, the therapy was changed from face-to-face to telephone attendance and an e-mail account was opened for specific consultations in which a psycho-oncologist was present in GenesisCare Spain. The psychological interventions carried out during this time have had two characteristics: 1) Cognitive-behavioral therapeutic framework 2) Targeted and specific interventions on issues associated with the COVID-19 pandemic. Results: From March 10 to April 30 (8 weeks), patients and families have been attended to by 2.5 senior psycho-oncologists. A total of 369 psychological services have been attended in Spain in 142 patients. The number of services per patient has ranged from 1 to 4. The median of the long consultation has been 45 minutes. A qualitative analysis, based on a psychological interview, was conducted on the areas of intervention and concerns of the patients served. All patients presented with difficulties in more than one area and the main concerns were related to quarantine (emotional distress associated overload of information) and on aspects specific to the oncological disease (fear of death and disease recurrence). Conclusion: A field is opening up to improve psychological care for cancer patients thanks to Telepsychology, which can remain as a model of comprehensive care and improve access to a wide range of users. Oncological patients have shown highly structured negative emotional responses to COVID-19, but 20% have shown a resilient response to this stressful situation.