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A new evidence base is emerging, which focuses on well-being. This makes it possible for health services to orientate around promoting well-being as well as treating illness, and so to make a reality of the long-standing rhetoric that health is more than the absence of illness. The aim of this paper is to support the re-orientation of health servic...
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What is already known about this topic? Infertility has an unequal impact on women and men. Women tend to have marital distress and more negative psychological impact than men.
Infertility is ignominy for families of the infertile couple. Constant pressure from families to conceive increases psychological distress in the infertile couple....
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... Ryff 's model of psychological well-being is comprehensive, featuring autonomy, personal growth, positive relations with others, purpose in life, environmental mastery, and self-acceptance. Ryff 's model encompasses the flourishing individual and can be used as a tool in examining and improving wellbeing as an approach to promoting good health (Slade, 2010). ...
Background
Psychological well-being (PWB) facilitates good health. Few studies have taken into consideration gender and how it can affect PWB within a sociocultural context. This study aims to determine if relationships between social, health, behavioral, and socioeconomic factors on PWB among older Taiwanese adults are affected by gender.
Methods
Data were obtained from the 2016 Taiwan Mental Health Survey. A representative sample, of 2,286 individuals, was created using multistage proportional probability. Participants were interviewed at their homes using a structured questionnaire. Inclusion criteria were Taiwanese citizenship, age ≥ 55 years, and the ability to provide informed consent. Participants 65 years and above were selected for the study sample n = 1,533. An 18-item version of Ryff’s PWB scale was used to determine PWB. The median value was used to categorize low and high PWB. Logistic regression analyses were used to examine predictors of PWB stratified by gender.
Results
Chronic disease, unemployment, and financial dependence negatively impacted men’s PWB. Satisfaction with living environment and family relationships positively impacted women’s PWB. Unique characteristics of older men, women, and culture account for this.
Conclusion
Gender-specific interventions aimed at promoting PWB in older adults are needed. Recommendations include educational programs, social support workshops, and community engagement initiatives.
... I 2016/2017 ble musikkterapi inkludert i Helsedirektoratets nasjonale faglige retningslinje for avrusning fra rusmidler og vanedannende legemidler (2016) og behandling og rehabilitering av rusmiddelproblemer og avhengighet (2017) hvor kunnskapsgrunnlaget innebaerer blant annet en rapport fra Fredrikstad (Kielland, 2015). Behandlingsmetoder som i større grad vektlegger å fremme velvaere (wellbeing) fremfor å behandle sykdom blir etterspurt i fagpolitiske dokumenter og faglitteratur (Norges forskningsråd, 2009;Slade, 2010;WHO, 2005). Et stort antall positive brukererfaringer formidlet gjennom en rekke evalueringsrapporter kan gi en indikasjon på at musikkterapi kan bidra som en slik behandlingsmetode. ...
... Faglitteratur innen psykisk helsefeltet etterspør nye behandlingsmetoder som i større grad vektlegger å fremme velvaere (wellbeing) fremfor å behandle sykdom (Norges forskningsråd, 2009;Slade, 2010;WHO, 2005). Funnene i denne artikkelen indikerer at musikkterapi kan bidra i denne sammenhengen. ...
Hensikten med denne artikkelen er å samle og strukturere brukererfaringer fra musikkterapi innen psykisk helse- og rusfeltet i Norge og bidra med ny innsikt i hvilken rolle musikkterapi kan ha i brukernes recoveryprosess. Artikkelen er en metasyntese med utgangspunkt i 8 evalueringsrapporter fra 5 forskjellige kommuner med til sammen 102 deltakere. Analysen er inspirert av stegvis induktiv-deduktiv metode (SDI). Funnene tyder på at recovery kan være en mangesidig prosess hvor musikkterapi kan bidra på flere områder, med flere fellesnevnere mellom psykisk helse- og rusfeltet. Akronymet CHIME, som viser til temaene tilknytning, håp, identitet, mening og myndiggjøring, med utvidelsen D, som viser til utfordringer, består av tema som kan gjenspeile områdene musikkterapi støtter oppunder i brukernes recoveryprosess.
... One important aspect of well-being that has been understudied is life's meaning and purpose (Browne et al., 2017;Slade, 2010). While vocational rehabilitation researchers argue that employment has an inherently positive meaning for people with serious mental illness (e.g., Millner et al., 2022), it is unlikely that all employment is perceived in such a way. ...
BACKGROUND: Researchers argue that employment positively affects the well-being of people with serious mental illness. However, empirical studies have provided limited support for these hypotheses. OBJECTIVE: This study aimed to investigate perceptions of employment in relation to the meaning and purpose of life, an important aspect of well-being, among people with serious mental illness. METHOD: Qualitative research design was employed. Psychiatric service users with a history of employment (n = 21) were recruited from Japan. Photo-elicitation interviews were conducted, and the interview data were analyzed using thematic analysis. RESULTS: Employment was recognized as a source of life meaning and purpose when it reflected personal values such as mastery and contribution to society. Employment was not recognized as relevant to life’s meaning and purpose if it was regarded as an instrumental activity for making a living. Nevertheless, participants generally agreed that employment was indispensable because it was essential for fulfilling their basic needs and overcoming the stigma of mental illness. CONCLUSION: Our results demonstrate diverse attitudes toward employment among people with serious mental illness, which may explain why employment had only a small effect on well-being.
... Medical patients comprise individuals who have been booked for surgery, chemotherapy, radiotherapy and treatment of other ailments (Canter, 2001). The importance of monitoring and addressing the psychological conditions of the patients even when they are receiving medical treatment has been of concern to mental health scholars (Slade, 2010;Vázquez et al., 2009;World Health Organization, 2004). Scholars indicated that recovery from a medical condition is not limited to the elimination of the illness itself but also stimulating the positive condition that would strengthen the individuals' psychological well-being (Fava, 2012;Ryff & Singer, 2008). ...
Psychological wellbeing of Medical patients , forgiveness, assertiveness and marital status
... Regulated mutual support is also another aspect to be favored among practices based on this model. Finally, interventions from a recovery model should focus on getting the patient to find a new life project and supporting the patient in this direction with the resources he/she needs [14,17,18,[21][22][23]. ...
Background:
The recovery model assumes that the patient can experience personal growth even while maintaining symptoms of a mental disorder. In order to achieve this recovery, the practices of professionals must also change. However, in our setting, there are limited data on the implementation of practices based on the recovery model and their effect on personal recovery.
Objective:
To describe the association between professionals' practices and patients' personal recovery.
Methods:
An observational and cross-sectional study in which the Recovery Self-Assessment (RSA) was used to assess the degree of implementation of the different practices and the Recovery Assessment Scale (RAS) was used to assess the personal recovery of 307 patients with severe mental disorders.
Results:
Patients attended by professionals who followed the recovery model obtained a greater personal recovery (p < 0.001, d = 1.10). The dimension associated with greater recovery was that of working toward life goals. The least implemented dimensions had to do with offering treatment options and patient participation in decision-making. This study was conducted in accordance with STROBE (STrengthening the Reporting of OBservational studies in Epidemiology).
Conclusions:
Although this is a cross-sectional study that does not allow us to establish causal relationships, it shows that the model with which mental health professionals work is associated with patients' chances of recovery. We therefore consider that it is important to foster the implementation of practices based on the recovery model within mental health care.
... Research by Luthar et al. (2014) in the field of positive psychology has identified several key factors that contribute to resilience. Among these, the importance of social support networks is highlighted, providing an essential emotional and practical environment for recovery and personal growth (Slade, 2010). Another relevant factor is the presence of a positive and adaptable mindset, which includes skills such as optimism, emotional regulation, and cognitive flexibility (Intasao & Hao, 2018). ...
In the current environment of higher education, universities face the challenge of fostering resilience in graduate students, a crucial element for their academic success and personal development. This study focuses on analyzing the factors that contribute to resilience in graduate students at the State University of Milagro (UNEMI). A mixed-methodological approach was used, integrating quantitative and qualitative analyses of data collected through questionnaires applied to students from three different master's programs. The research, exploratory and descriptive in nature, adopted a non-experimental and cross-sectional design, which allowed for data collection at a specific point in time, without altering variables. The sample consisted of 733 students, utilizing a detailed questionnaire and qualitative analyses for in-depth interpretation. The electronic distribution of the questionnaires facilitated broad participation. The results, structured into seven subscales, revealed significant variations in student experiences across different disciplines. These differences underline the need for educational policies tailored to the specific characteristics of each field of study. Subtle but important differences in the perception of resilience and well-being between genders were observed, highlighting the importance of more inclusive educational approaches. Factorial analysis provided a detailed view of how various factors impact aspects such as health, well-being, motivation, and student satisfaction. It is concluded that this holistic approach is key to understanding the complexity of the university experience and developing educational strategies that promote comprehensive and enriching learning. Received: 17 January 2024 / Accepted: 6 April 2024 / Published: 5 May 2024
... Mental health, however, transcends the mere absence of illness, potentially existing as a separate, albeit related, construct within the continuum of the human lifespan (Westerhof & Keyes, 2010). Indeed, there has been a growing recognition within contemporary scholarship that the historical perspective fails to capture the nuanced experiences of individuals and the subjective quality of mental well-being that extends beyond symptomatology (Slade, 2010). The global discourse on mental health has therefore been expanding in recent decades to include a recognition of mental wellbeing and its impact on health outcomes. ...
... This evolution is mirrored by a growing interest among medical professionals, policymakers, the scientific community, and public health organizations like the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), in exploring this concept (Fung, 2019;Stewart-Brown et al., 2009). Acknowledging its importance for pre-empting ill health, particularly in light of the growing burden of long-term conditions (Nolte & McKee, 2008), an emphasis on positive elements of mental health and functioning as opposed to deficits, problems, and symptoms has since permeated psychiatric research, mental health policy, and clinical practice (Gable & Haidt, 2005;Chida & Steptoe, 2008;OECD, 2013;Siahpush et al., 2008;Slade, 2010). In 2001, the WHO acknowledged mental well-being as a critical component of health prompting global health policy reforms. ...
This paper reports the validation of the Greek Warwick-Edinburgh Mental Well-Being Scale (WEMWBS) in a mature student community-based sample (n = 734). The WEMWBS was administered as part of a battery of questionnaires, and the survey data were analyzed employing rigorous advanced multivariate methods to determine its reliability and validity. The findings revealed excellent internal consistency, a unidimensional structure substantiated by exploratory and confirmatory factor analyses, and adequate convergent validity, confirming its validity as a cohesive metric for assessing mental well-being. The validated WEMWBS has the potential to be an instrument, for researchers, healthcare professionals, and other individuals involved in assessing the current condition of mental well-being in Greek-speaking populations.
... Penelitian ini memfokuskan pada faktor rasa syukur dan juga modal psikologis. Menurut bidang psikologi positif, work engagement di tempat kerja diperlukan untuk kehidupan yang baik (Slade, 2010). Orang harus berjuang untuk kondisi di mana semua aspek kehidupan baik, termasuk pekerjaan (Vanderweele, 2017). ...
This research is crucial to comprehend and enhance volunteer work engagement in non-profit organizations, emphasizing the mediating role of psychological capital to guide organizations in building and sustaining volunteer contributions by understanding the mechanisms through which gratitude influences work engagement. This study aims to determine the role of psychological capital on gratitude and work engagement in volunteers. The research design used quantitative methods with purposive sampling with 250 respondents, dominated by female respondents with an average age of 18-21 years. Data collection used three questionnaires: 24 items Psychological Capital Questionnaire scale (PCQ), 17 items Utrecht Work Engagement Scale (UWES) and 11 items Gratitude Questionnaire (GQ-6). The validity uses Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA) with Lisrel 8.7 and the hypothesis is tested by regression analysis with mediators using PROCESS by Hayes in SPSS Ver. 26. The results showed psychological capital (optimism, hope, self-efficacy, resilience) significantly mediates gratitude and work engagement relationships in volunteers.
... However, psychiatric services still need concrete recommendations to achieve their recovery orientation, and clinicians lack a gold standard for assessing personal recovery. Indeed, we currently need relevant and valid assessment indicators that are consistent with the prevailing validated models of personal recovery (Anthony, 2000;Slade, 2010). Personal recovery can be assessed with several instruments (for reviews, see Shanks et al., 2013;Sklar et al., 2013). ...
Objective: The support of the personal recovery of people with lived experience of mental illness is a major issue in clinical practice. Thus, a valid instrument to assess personal recovery is needed. The present study aimed to validate the French translation of the 22-item Questionnaire about the Process of Recovery (QPR-Fr). Method: A convenience sample of 222 participants reporting a severe mental illness diagnosis was recruited online. Psychometric properties of the QPR-Fr were evaluated. A confirmatory factor analysis was conducted for structural validity. Internal consistency and test–retest reliability were assessed. To test for convergent validity, we conducted multiple linear regression analysis to explore the QPR-Fr associations with psychological distress and the CHIME framework (with Connectedness, Hope and optimism about the future, Identity, Meaning in life, and Empowerment) proxy measures (perceived social support, hope, self-esteem, quality of life, and empowerment). Results: An adequate fit was found for a 19-item unidimensional factor structure. Internal consistency was excellent. Test reliability was good. The QPR-Fr total score was significantly positively associated with quality of life, hope, self-esteem, and social support satisfaction and negatively associated with psychological distress. No significant association was found with social support availability nor with empowerment. Conclusions and Implications for Practice: This study provides additional data to support the cross-cultural validity of the Questionnaire about the Process of Recovery. The QPR-Fr is a valid and reliable tool to assess personal recovery. Practitioners could use the QPR-Fr to assess personal recovery in collaboration with people with lived experience. Convergent validity with CHIME proxy measures supports the validity of the CHIME framework in a French cultural context.
... . It has received considerable attention in recent years, transferring the focus of traditional psychological research from the study of deficits and pathologies to the comprehension of human strengths and well-being (Slade, 2010). It helps us investigate the factors contributing to human happiness and overall life satisfaction (Kim et al., 2019). ...
Purpose: Positive psychology helps us understand the knowledge required to contribute to adolescents' societal development and adjustability. Adolescence is the crucial stage to work on for a balanced personality. The present study concerned adolescents' self-strength, happiness, and help-seeking behaviour. The authors aimed to explore the relationship between adolescents' self-strength and happiness and investigate the mediational effect of adolescents' help-seeking behaviour on their self-strength and happiness.
Design/Methodology: The research design of the current quantitative study was correlational, and 809 adolescents from China and Pakistan participated in the present study. Data were personally collected from participants through self-developed scales.
Findings: We deployed Pearson correlation and simple mediation using SPSS software and found a linear, positive, strong (r = .654, n = 809, p = .000 < .01) and statistically significant correlation between adolescents' self-strength and happiness. The authors also found a significant indirect effect of help-seeking on adolescents' self-strength and happiness at (β = .373, t(907) = 7.01).
Research limitations: Using self-reported scales to gather information was one of the study's limitations. Adolescents may have misunderstood the notion or construct narrated in words or responded biasedly despite the bilingual scales.
Implications: This study offers social and practical implications for educators, parents, and school administrators to address the development of adolescents' personalities using a positive psychology lens.
Originality: The findings are significant for elementary school teachers. They may work on adolescents’ self-strength, happiness, and help-seeking to develop balanced personalities.
