Psychological Problems Research Articles

Relationship between mindfulness and meaning in life among university students: roles of social support and the experience of being left behind

University students, particularly those with experiences of being left behind, face difficulties dealing with the many changes that cause psychological problems, and meaning in life plays a protective role in this process. Mindfulness and social support have emerged as potential factors influencing meaning in life. Although previous studies have revealed a link between mindfulness and meaning in life, few studies have examined this relationship from the perspective of the experience of being left behind. A sample comprising 1205 university students was used for the study. Self-report questionnaires were administered to assess the degrees of mindfulness, social support, meaning in life, and the experience of being left behind. We established four moderated mediation models to test the moderation and mediation effects. The results of a moderated mediation analysis revealed that social support and its dimensions mediated the effect of mindfulness on meaning in life. The impact of family support on meaning in life was moderated by the experience of being left behind, and friend support and other types of support had no significant moderating effects. Specifically, the moderating effect of the experience of being left behind significantly attenuated the impact of family support on meaning in life, whereas no significant weakening effect was observed for friend support or other types of support. Therefore, psychological education should emphasize the compensation role of friend support and other social connections in the psychological problems caused by the experience of being left behind, and appropriate mindfulness intervention is suggested.

Associations among psychological health problems, intimate-relationship problems, and suicidal ideation among United States Air Force active-duty personnel

ABSTRACT Linkages among psychological health problems, intimate relationship distress, and suicide risk have been widely studied, but less is known about how these factors interact, especially in military populations. With steady increases in suicide rates among active military and post-service members (SMs), it is critical to better understand the relation among known risk factors. The current study addresses this gap by testing a model hypothesizing that the association between intimate-relationship problems and suicidal ideation is mediated by individual mental health symptoms. We tested this model on a sample of 862 active-duty Air Force members in committed relationships. The sample consisted of 35.0% women and 64.8% men, with an average age of 21.9 years and a mean relationship length of 2.8 years. Findings supported the hypothesized statistical mediation model. Results indicated that relationship problems contribute to psychological health problems, which, in turn, are related to suicidal ideation. These findings may help direct suicide intervention and prevention protocols that consider intimate relationship distress as a significant risk factor. Limitations and further implications for policies regarding suicide prevention in the armed forces are discussed.

Network analysis of childhood maltreatment and internet addiction in adolescents with major depressive disorder.

Childhood maltreatment (CM) is closely linked to internet addiction (IA), especially in adolescents with Major Depressive Disorder (MDD). Previous studies have shown that adolescents who experience CM are more likely to develop IA and other psychological problems. This study aims to explore the complex relationship between CM and IA through network analysis, particularly identifying the core symptoms and bridge symptoms to better understand the development of IA in these adolescents. A cross-sectional study was conducted in seven hospitals in Anhui Province, China, involving 332 adolescents diagnosed with MDD using DSM-5 criteria. The Childhood Trauma Questionnaire - Short Form (CTQ-SF) and the Internet Addiction Test (IAT) were used to assess CM and IA symptoms, respectively. Gender-based network analysis was also performed. Network analysis constructed a CM-IA network and identified core and bridge symptoms. "Depress/moody/nervous being offline", "Request an extension for longer time", "Sleep loss due to late-night logins", and "emotional abuse" emerged as central symptoms within the CM-IA network. Additionally, "emotional abuse", "sexual abuse", and "complaints about online time" were identified as key bridge symptoms linking CM and IA. These symptoms demonstrated significant connectivity, underscoring their critical role in linking CM and IA. The findings highlight the complex relationship between CM and IA in adolescents with MDD. Specific symptoms, such as emotional abuse and online-related symptoms, play important roles in understanding and intervening in adolescent IA. Future interventions should target these core and bridge symptoms for more effective prevention and treatment.

Temperament and creativity – implications for mental health and education

Creativity is a complex phenomenon, which level is affected by variables such as intellectual competence, temperament, personality and emotions. Research shows that patients with bipolar affective disorder have a higher level of creativity than healthy controls. The model of affective temperament developed by Hagop Akiskal enables the research on relationships between predispositions to bipolar disorder and creativity. Previous studies on the relationship between affective temperament and creativity are conducted by comparing temperaments of representatives of creative professions and people outside this group, as well as by studying the relationship between affective temperament and creativity assessed both subjectively and through objective tests. However, the temperamental traits contributing to creative potential have their downside, as they have been linked to higher risk of psychological and emotional problems. They may also be related to poorer educational and academic achievement. The article presents up to date research on the relationship between affective temperament and creativity, as well as mechanisms explaining them. It also discusses the relationship between temperament, mental health, and educational achievement, as well as its implications for psychological and pedagogical interventions.

HIV facial lipodystrophy treatment by polylactic acid – a literature review

Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) is a disease that negatively affects the immune system, requiring chronic, regular antiretroviral therapy, associated with numerous side effects. Lipodystrophy is one of them and is a serious clinical, psychological and social problem for patients affected by the problem. Volume loss and the formation of deep tissue defects in the facial area are caused by skeletal resorption and the redistribution of fat compartments, which progress with age but are also significantly exacerbated prematurely in the course of HIV and applied antiretroviral therapy. For a large group of patients, this constitutes a significant cosmetic defect, often leading to discontinuation of necessary, antiretroviral treatment. Various forms of treatment for this condition are currently available worldwide, including the implantation of non-permanent tissue fillers, such as hyaluronic acid-based fillers, or autologous fat cell transplants. The use of polylactic acid in the treatment of lipodystrophy is a therapeutic method with proven efficacy, effectiveness and a high safety profile, which will be discussed in this article.

Teenage pregnancy in rural Ethiopia : The case of Jima Arjo District, East Wallaga, Western Ethiopia

ABSTRACT Background : Teenage pregnancy is a major public health concern in developing nations like Ethiopia. Many psychological, financial, and health problems are associated with it. Objective : To determine the magnitude and associated factors of teenage pregnancy among teenagers visiting public health facilities in Jima Arjo district, East wallaga, Western Ethiopia, 2022. Methods: A facility-based cross-sectional study was conducted on 421 teenage females(10 to 19 years) in Jima Arjo District from February 15 to May 30, 2022. Data were collected , cleaned and analayzed using Epidata version 3.1. Level of significance of association was determined at a P- value?<?0.05. Results: In this study, the magnitude of teenage pregnancy was 17.1%. Married participants, attending secondary school, no awareness on family planning, not living with parents, and having a sister with the history of teenage pregnancy were significantly associated with teenage pregnancy. Conclusion: This study found that the magnitude of teenage pregnancy was high. Key stakeholders should work on prevention of early marriage, raise awareness on family planning, and encourage females’ education. Keywords: magnitude, associated factors, teenage pregnancy, Jima Arjo, East Wallaga

Children and depression: A view of a pediatrician. A review

Mental disorder is characterized by clinically significant impairment of cognitive function, emotional regulation or human behavior. Rapid development of technical progress, introduction of digital technologies into everyday life with daily processing of a large flow of heterogeneous information have led to a significant increase in the load on the nervous system of children and adolescents. Psychological problems are based on intrafamily and intrapersonal conflicts, so a specialist needs to build interaction with the maximum number of interested family members. The article provides information on the competencies of a pediatrician in identification of risk factors and diagnosing depression in children.

Agency, life satisfaction, hope, potentially traumatic events, trauma symptoms, and psychological signs. A two waves study with a sample of Palestinian children living in different geographical areas

We sought to examine the changes over time regarding children’s agency, life satisfaction, hope, psychological problems, trauma symptoms and potentially traumatic events in areas where warfare, military presence and settler-colonial violence are affecting children’s lives. 965 Palestinian children, 494 males and 471 females, were assessed with the Traumatic Check List, Children Impact of events scale-Revised, Strength and difficulties scale, Children Hope Scale, Brief Multilevel Children Life satisfaction scale, and War Child Agency assessment Scale-Palestinian version. MANOVA and t-tests were run to detect differences between groups and in the two waves of data collection. Findings showed variations that suggested Palestinian children were potentially in danger of not having the capacity to take charge of their lives and losing hope. In contrast, life satisfaction, contrary to our expectations, remained stable. While the number of potentially traumatic events decreased, psychological distress and trauma symptoms among the participants increased. Girls were more hopeful than boys, and the most satisfied children were found in the West Bank. The younger children had more significant trauma symptoms, while the older children were exposed to more potentially traumatic events such as those with fewer siblings. Gaza, Jerusalem, and Bedouin areas had the highest risk of potentially traumatizing events, and children in these areas were the most exposed. Our research study revealed a worrisome decrease in agentic resources and an increase in trauma symptoms because of the widespread armed conflict, impeding their healthy development, life satisfaction and hope for the future.

Sexual Function and Satisfaction among Women Undergoing In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) in the West of Iran: A Cross-Sectional Study

Background: We haven’t found any reported study that addressed sexual function and satisfaction in infertile women who are undergoing IVF treatment in the west of Iran. Objective: The present study was conducted to investigate sexual performance and satisfaction among women undergoing in vitro fertilization (IVF) in Western Iran. Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted on 170 women from December 2022 to March 2023. The participants were selected by convenience sampling until the sample size was reached. The participants were included in the study as available sampling. Women completed the demographic questionnaire, FSFI (female sexual function index), and Linda Berg’s Sexual Satisfaction Questionnaire. For data analysis, we used the Stata version 14 (StataCorp, College Station, TX) and we considered the P-value less than 0.05 significant. Result: There was a significant relationship between husband occupations, economic status, marriage duration, period of infertility, cause of infertility, and intercourse times with sexual satisfaction (P<0.05). The highest percentage of the obtained score was related to pain (51.6%) and the lowest was related to desire (38%). All of the patients with weak sexual function had weak sexual satisfaction and 60.19% of the patients with good sexual function had good sexual satisfaction (P<0.001). Conclusion: Women with weak sexual function had weak sexual satisfaction. Policymakers should consider strategies, such as counseling and psychological support for women during the treatment process to help them cope with their problems, especially psychological problems.

Climate crisis and mental health.

Climate change has negative effects on mental health as shown by the World health organization (Who). Heatwaves can exacerbate some mental conditions such as schizophrenia and psychosis, both in the elderly and children as well as in young adults, and increase mortality for neurological and psychiatric diseases. Subjects facing climate events such as heavy rains and flooding may suffer from a psychological problem in the short, medium and long-term. Studies from the international and Italian context show that air pollution exposure may affect common mental problems such as depression and anxiety. Taking into account the growing trend in climate extremes, there is the need to deepen the knowledge on this topic to support the implementation of prevention and mitigation interventions.

The Frequency of Health Anxiety, Coronavirus Anxiety and Anxiety Disorder in Patients With Tinnitus During the COVID-19 Pandemic and the Impact of Pandemic on Tinnitus.

This study aimed to examine the frequency of anxiety disorder, coronavirus anxiety and health anxiety in tinnitus patients during the pandemic and also, determined the psychophysiological impact of COVID-19 on tinnitus. This cross-sectional study was conducted in a tertiary central pandemic hospital from 15 July 2021 to 15 December 2022. In total, 124 patients with tinnitus and 77 healthy controls participated in the study. The sociodemographic data, a set of valid and reliable assessment instruments were used to measure outcomes of anxiety disorder, coronavirus anxiety, health anxiety and severity of tinnitus. Patients with tinnitus were found to experience higher levels of coronavirus anxiety, health anxiety and anxiety disorder than controls (p < 0.05). In tinnitus patients, the frequency of coronavirus anxiety was 22.6% and anxiety disorder was 18.5%. Notably, the levels of tinnitus severity were moderate to severe in more than half of the patients (51.6%) and also most of them (81.3%) reported that the severity of tinnitus during the pandemic was higher compared with the pre-pandemic. Tinnitus patients had high levels of anxiety disorder, coronavirus anxiety and health anxiety. In line with these findings, it was evaluated that there was a relationship between the COVID-19 pandemic with psychological problems and tinnitus. Therefore, the predominance of tinnitus symptoms at presentation should not lead the clinician to neglect the underlying psychopathological problems in these patients.

Spiritual and moral education as the cornerstone of human personality formation

Introduction. Building an open cultural and civilisational space in our country requires the development of new directions and content of spiritual and moral education. It is important to consider the fact that spiritual and moral education is integrative by nature. It is directly related to all the key aspects of teaching and upbringing and the surrounding world as a whole, fulfilling a system-forming function in the process of comprehensive development of homo sapiens. Objective: to identify and characterize the directions of spiritual and moral education, present a working model for the formation of spiritualised morality fundamentals in children and young people. Materials and methods. The basis of the study were the provisions and conclusions of classical teachers K. D. Ushinsky, V. P. Vakhterov, P. F. Kapterev, V. Y. Stoyunin and others who took the first steps to comprehend the process of spiritual and moral education. Modern authors who study the problems of spirituality and morality made a significant contribution to the study through their numerous publications. The methodology was based on the principles of subjectivity, openness and nature-appropriateness, integrity and systematicity, continuity, differentiation and individualisation. The general scientific methods involved conversations, exercises, debates, the method of example and the organisation of activities. Results. The study expands and concretizes the existing knowledge about spiritual and moral education. It substantiates the conclusion that spiritual and moral education of the younger generation is not a narrow psychological and pedagogical problem, but a social problem, the problem of the future of Russia. The proposed working model is an important step in building a renewed system of spiritual and moral education of children and youth. Discussion. Many scientists studying the problem of the Human’s world focus their attention only on his/her moral side, believing that morality encompasses his/her spiritual core. Meanwhile, more and more contemporary researchers believe that spirituality is a broader concept and is determinant in the connection ‘spirituality – morality’. Spirituality is the highest substructure of human personality, while morality reflects only the norms of society and characterizes the deeds, actions and behaviour of a person. Conclusion. Spiritualised morality is the pivot that each individual needs to form in order to be able to arrange his/her life activity in a regular way, to constantly improve himself or herself, along with building a harmoniously developed society.

Inclusive culture of children's parents preschool educational organization as a psychological and pedagogical problem

Introduction. An important condition for the implementation of inclusion is to increase the inclusive culture of both teachers and parents of children with special needs, and parents of children with conditional developmental norms. The purpose of the study is to study the formation of an inclusive culture of parents and legal representatives of children attending a preschool organization (children with conditional development norms, with disabilities and attending inclusive groups) and to determine effective methods for increasing its level. Research methods. The questionnaire “Assessment of the formation of an inclusive culture in educational organizations” (au-thor N.A. Pershina), the “Diagnostics of Goodwill” method (Campbell scale), and the parental attitude test questionnaire (authors A.Ya. Varga and V.V. Stolin) were used. The study was conducted on the basis of 3 preschool organizations, in groups of combined, compen-satory and inclusive orientation. A total of 278 parents took part in the study. Research results. It was determined that parents of children with disabilities who attend inclusive groups have higher indicators for all components of inclusive culture (general indicator of the formation of an inclusive culture – U = 12760.5 at p = 0.000; goodwill – U = 13912.5 at p = 0.000; parental attitude accepting the child – U=15087.0 at p=0.000). The necessity of organizing interaction with parents of children with conditional developmental norms has been proven. Conclusion. The level of inclusive culture of parents of children with a conditional norm of development determines not only the psychological climate in the children's team and, accordingly, the success of inclusion, but also the spiritual and moral development of their own children.To solve the problem, it is proposed to create a parent club, use discussion methods, round tables, jointly watch and discuss films and social videos about the problems of people with disabilities, conduct quests and master classes on performing everyday actions, but in the living conditions of people with different nosologies.

Interventions for left-behind children in Mainland China: A scoping review

BackgroundAs the discussion of Chinese left-behind children (LBC) continues, intervention programs dedicated to this population increase and diversify. While reviews have summarized intervention programs promoting LBC’s health and psychological wellbeing, there is no synthesis depicting a comprehensive picture. This scoping review systematically examines interventions tackling LBC’s various issues and identifies their design and foci. MethodWe performed a systematic literature search to extract intervention studies from four English (i.e., Web of Science, Scopus, Embase, & PsycINFO) and one Chinese (i.e., CNKI) database. The quality of the studies was assessed using the Mixed Methods Assessment Tool (MMAT). Two main rounds of deductive coding were performed on Nvivo 12 plus to identify the design and foci of the interventions. ResultsThirty-three articles were identified for our final review. Twenty-six were published in Chinese and seven in English. Existing interventions have tackled multiple psychological, social, physical, developmental, and sexual problems or needs of Chinese rural left-behind children. Among them, LBC’s psychological wellbeing has drawn the most attention. The majority of the reviewed studies performed a randomized controlled trial (N=20). Quantitative evaluation is prevalent, with only one study applying a purely qualitative evaluation. In addition, only two studies adopted validated interventions, while the others are self-designed. ConclusionsThe review results indicate several gaps in intervention studies for LBC. First, many existing interventions have considered LBC’s psychological and social wellbeing, while little effort has been paid to address their educational and intellectual development. Further, while existing interventions are concerned with LBC’s temporary needs, their long-term life planning, as well as their current self-efficacy and self-concept driving their actions towards future self, were neglected. As for the intervention design, empirically validated interventions are recommended for future studies for their verified efficacy and evidence-based standardized practice. In addition, a qualitative evaluation should be considered because it might be more powerful in eliciting realistic and viable solutions to improve the effectiveness and reliability of the interventions from the participants.

Can positive emotional writing improve the emotional health level of international medical students? Evidence from a randomized controlled trial

BackgroundDepression and anxiety are common psychological issues among international medical students in universities, which have serious negative impacts on their learning and life. The present study aimed to evaluate the efficacy of positive emotional writing in alleviating symptoms of anxiety and depression, as well as enhancing subjective well-being among this population.MethodThis study was conducted at an international college of a comprehensive university in central China. A total of ninety-two participants who met the inclusion criteria were recruited to participate in a single-blind randomized controlled trial, in which participants were not aware that there was an experimental group and a control group. Participants in control received daily psychological care weekly for 8 weeks (n = 46). Correspondingly, participants in experimental group received the positive emotional writing intervention on the basis of daily psychological care. Self-Rating Depression Scale (SDS), Self-Rating Anxiety Scale (SAS) and General Well-being Scale (GWB) were used to evaluate the effect of the intervention. Data from 89 students who completed the entire study (experimental group, n = 44; control group, n = 45) were analyzed.ResultsAfter the intervention, the scores of SDS and SAS in the experimental group significantly decreased, while the subjective well-being score significantly increased. Although the SAS score of the control group after intervention was significantly lower than before, the decrease in SDS and SAS scores, as well as the increase in GWB score, were significantly greater in the experimental group than in the control group.ConclusionThe findings suggest that positive emotional writing can effectively reduce the depression and anxiety of international medical students, and significantly enhance their subjective well-being, providing ideas for management to solve the psychological problems of international medical students.Trial registration numberChiCTR2400087815. Registered at Chinese Clinical Trial Registry.

The determination of six-year-old enuretic children's experiences using the dramatization method

IntroductionEnuresis nocturna (NE) is a condition in which a child over the age of five wets the bed at least two nights a week for at least three months. Physical diseases, deep sleep, familial predisposition, psychological reasons, separation from parents, fear, traumatic experiences, sibling jealousy, inadequate-irregular toilet training are effective in the emergence of NE. ObjectiveThe aim of this study was to determine the prevalence of NE in 66-72-month-old children attending kindergarten, to examine the variables associated with NE, and to identify the feelings, thoughts and experiences of enuretic children. Study designThe research was conducted as a mixed method. The research consists of two stages. In the first stage, parents were asked to fill in the questionnaire form and the scale related to the research. In the second stage, the dramatization method was applied with wooden dolls with child-mother-father-sibling figures with 10 children who received permission from their parents and volunteered to participate in the study. After the children were asked to complete the pre-structured stories, their expressions were transcribed. Independent themes were created by two experts in the field and the themes were reorganized after they were brought together.The research was conducted as a mixed method. The research consists of two stages. The first stage was a descriptive study in which a questionnaire form and the SAAS-P scale were used and completed by the parents. In the second stage, dramatization method was applied with 10 enuretic children. The expressions of the children were transcribed and the mental representations in the child were determined. Independent themes were created by two experts in the field, and then the themes were brought together and reorganized. ResultsThe NE rate of the group of 86 children was 23%. According to the results obtained, children with nocturnal enuresis had high separation anxiety and fear of abandonment (p<0.05). The siblings of children with nocturnal enuresis also had nocturnal enuresis problems and their parents had enuresis problems in their childhood (p<0.05). When the mental representations in the child were analyzed using the dramatization method, the following themes emerged: "Emotion-Thought", "Reason for enuresis according to the child", "Support and precautions", "Social life". DiscussionNE is one of the most common disorders in childhood. The NE rate in this study is higher than the average. The small number of the sample group may affect the results. The results of the study regarding the variables are consistent with the literature. It is important to treat enuresis in a short time. In addition, appropriate interventions for separation anxiety and fear of abandonment in enuretic children may be recommended. The limitation of the study is that these findings cannot be generalized as they are the result of the application in a small group. This study may sensitize professionals to the problem of how the child and family think and feel about the problem of enuresis nocturna. ConclusionThis is the first study to describe mental representations in enuretic children aged 6 years using the dramatization method. The main findings are that incontinence can cause shame and anxiety in children with this condition and that the family environment contributes to this. In this case, recognizing and managing anxiety is crucial for successful treatment. Increasing the self-esteem of enuretic children and improving the quality of parent-child relationships may reduce the incidence of psychological problems in the child in the future.

Göç Olgusunun Göçmen Bireyler Üzerindeki Ruh Sağlığına Etkisi

Migration is a complex structure that has existed throughout human history of individuals and units. There are different types of migration. Internal migration means displacement within the borders of the country. Emigration means leaving the regions they belong to for certain reasons. Brain drain, on the other hand, occurs when people who have developed their own personality are academically educated elsewhere due to the country's conditions. As a result of this move, immigrant individuals are affected by spiritual and emotional changes. The psychological effects of immigration on immigrants are known. Immigrant individuals may experience difficulties in three different categories: before migration, during migration and after migration. As a result of research on common pathologies seen in immigrants, post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety disorders, self-alienation, schizophrenia, somatization disorder, and increased psychotic features have been expressed. It is known that the life disruption of immigrants has also been reduced. There are definitions of these immigrant types, as well as the psychological transitions of immigrant individuals and the common problem seen in immigrants. Literature research is included in their content. It can be stated that the results of the research showing that migration disrupts the daily life of the students and that psychological problems arise in their lives in a negative way can be expressed. Keywords: Types of migration, migrants, psychology, mental health, trauma.

Aesthetic rehabilitation of a complex crown-root fracture by fragment reattachment with a fiber-reinforced post: A case report

Complex crown-root fractures are characterized by the involvement of both crown and root with pulp exposure. They pose aesthetic, functional, and psychological problems for the patient. Furthermore, they can pose technical difficulties for the practitioner. The purpose of this case report is to describe the management of a complex crown-root fracture of the right upper central incisor with subgingival limit by reattaching the tooth fragment with fiber-reinforced post. We considered a coronal elongation (gingivectomy and osteoplasty) to recreate the biological space and to expose the limit of the fracture line to guarantee the quality of the bond.

Effects of mindfulness intervention on competition state anxiety in sprinters-a randomized controlled trial.

With the rapid growth of China's sprint program's international competitiveness, the psychological problems of sprinters have become a common concern in sports training theory and practice. Hence, the study examined the impact of a 7-week Mindfulness training program on competition state anxiety in Chinese sprinters. Twenty-four sprinters (Mage = 22.46 ± 1.351) were selected in a 2 × 3 mixed design, with the group (mindfulness/control) as the between-subjects variable and test time (pre-test/mid-test/post-test) as the within-subjects variable. The dependent variables corresponded to the mindfulness score and competition state anxiety score. One 60-min session was conducted once a week for 7 weeks, and the control group did not undergo any psychological training. The mindfulness group received mindfulness training, and the control group received regular psychological guidance. The subjects filled in the Five Facet Mindfulness Questionnaire (FFMQ) and the Competition State Anxiety Scale at baseline, followed by additional assessments 3 weeks and 7 weeks later. (1) In terms of competition state anxiety, there were no significant differences in the pre-test between the mindfulness group and the control group. There were significant differences in sprinters' competition state anxiety after mindfulness intervention in terms of time, group, and the interaction between time and groups (p = 0.03, 0.004, and 0.009). (2) In terms of the mindfulness level, the difference between the mindfulness group and the control group was not significant in the pre-test. The sprinters' mindfulness level was significant in the interaction between groups and that between groups and time after mindfulness intervention (p = 0.027 and 0.028). Mindfulness training alleviated sprinters' competition anxiety by reducing sprinters' somatic state anxiety (SSA) and cognitive state anxiety (CSA), as well as improving state self-efficacy. The results provide guidance and references for Chinese sprinters' psychological problems.

대학 집단상담 분야의 연구 동향 분석

Objectives The purpose of this study is to examine the research trends on group counseling in universities, and to provide implications for future research. Methods For this study, 150 domestic journal papers on university group counseling published from 2000 to April 2024 were analyzed for basic elements, research topics, research subjects, research methods, research types, and types of group counseling. Results The research results are as follows. First, as a result of analysis as a research topic, it was classified into counseling theory, career development, self-development, interpersonal relationships, emotions, subjective well-being and learning development. Second, most of the subjects of the study were general college students, and in addition, there were college students in specific majors such as education and nursing. And college students who had disability problems, psychology, and learning problems were the subjects. Third, as a result of analysis by research method, it was classified into quantitative research, qualitative research, and literature research. Quantitative research included methods such as difference test, variance analysis, and nonparametric test, and qualitative research included content analysis, phenomenological research, grounded theory, and FGI. Fourth, research types were classified into counseling effect research, process research, development research, meta research, and research trend survey. Among them, counseling effect research accounted for the largest proportion. Fifth, as a result of analyzing the types of group counseling programs, face-to-face counseling was the most common in the form of counseling, structured counseling was the most common in the counseling structure, and counselor-centered counseling was the most common in group leaders. Conclusions It was discussed the importance of applying various perspectives and methods when studying group counseling research in universities. In addition, implications for the development and implementation of an effective university group counseling program for college students were presented.