Associations Between Children's Emotion Regulation, Mindful Parenting, Parent Stress, and Parent Coping During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Stress among parents has increased during the COVID-19 pandemic. Research prior to the pandemic indicates that parents of children who struggle with emotion regulation (ER) and who themselves are less mindful report more stress and diminished coping abilities. We know little, however, about these associations in the context of COVID-19. To prevent COVID-related deteriorations in parent well-being and child outcomes and to support parents during this potentially challenging time, it is important to understand the factors that are associated with increased stress as well as adaptive coping. This paper discusses the association between children's ER, mindful parenting (MP), parent stress, and parents' coping with parenting during the pandemic in a sample of 217 caregivers of school-aged children (91.0% mothers). Results indicated that children's ER was associated with parents' self-reported coping with parenting in the pandemic but was not associated with increased stress. Further, MP moderated the association between children's ER and coping, such that parents who were the most mindful and had children with better ER skills reported significantly greater ability to cope with pandemic parenting. Coping was lower for other combinations of ER and mindful parenting. These findings contradict those from before COVID, suggesting the relationship between children's ER and parent outcomes may differ in the COVID-19 context, and offering insights into which parents may be most likely to struggle with coping with pandemic parenting. [ FROM AUTHOR] Copyright of Family Journal is the property of Sage Publications Inc. and its content may not be copied or emailed to multiple sites or posted to a listserv without the copyright holder's express written permission. However, users may print, download, or email articles for individual use. This may be abridged. No warranty is given about the accuracy of the copy. Users should refer to the original published version of the material for the full . (Copyright applies to all s.)

Psychological adaptation in Antarctica amidst the COVID-19 pandemic

Psychological adaptation in isolated, confined, and extreme environments plays an important role in the achievement of performance and wellbeing. Whereas empirical research has been fruitful in determining the antecedents of psychological adaptation, opportunities remain to identify and apply new constructs through which psychological adaptation can grow. In the current study, we explored the possibility that one such construct is individual self-leadership. Participants were eight Antarctic scientists enrolled in the 2021–2022 summer campaign in the South Shetland Islands, under considerable COVID-19 restrictions during that period. Data were collected on three occasions and analysed through a mixed-method approach where qualitative and quantitative evidence were integrated. Overall, the results indicated that the self-imposed quarantine pre-deployment period in Punta Arenas had a heavy toll on expeditioners mental health, with the psychological adaptation and self-leadership of expeditioners being positively correlated across the campaign. The implications of our findings, as well possible future research directions, are discussed. © 2023 Informa UK Limited, trading as Taylor & Francis Group.

Stressors and Coping Strategies Amid Covid-19: A Study with Reference to College Teachers

Purpose: The purpose of the study is to identify the main sources of stress and bring out different coping strategies used by teachers amid COVID-19 pandemic.Design/ Methodology/Approach: A sample of 80 teachers (males, 40;females, 40) was drawn using the rolling snowball sampling technique from various colleges of Haryana for a primary survey. Teachers were enrolled, regardless of their experience and type of college, to quicken the data collection process.Finding: The study brought forth several stressors the teachers grappled with during COVID-19. Prominent among these were fear of contracting COVID infection, pressure related to changing teaching circumstances, and learning new skills for online teaching. . The major coping strategies used by teachers include, staying updated regarding the disease and alert to the government guidelines, adopting preventive measures, keeping busy in different household activities, spending quality time with family members, developing a healthy lifestyle, and connecting with friends and colleagues. Originality/Value: The present study is an empirical investigation based on primary survey.Implications of the study: Based on the revelation of fear, stress and anxiety among teachers amid COVID-19. The study emphasizes that the strategies adopted by teachers will help others too in reducing stress and improving their mental health. It is also felt that counselling for mental wellbeing and training for using technology in the teaching learning process will act as stress busters. i 2 n

Social Intelligence as a Factor of Socio- Psychological Adaptation of University Students with Special Educational Needs during Distance Learning due to the COVID-19

The article is devoted to the research of social intelligence as a factor of socio-psychological adaptation of university students with special educational needs during distance learning. Study methods of social intelligence and socio-psychological adaptation are used. The respondents' contingent of consisted of 78 students with special educational needs. The average level of social intelligence was empirically established in part students, which testifies to their ability to understand properly and the ability to behavior in almost half of life situations. Almost a quarter of students have a higher than average level of social intelligence and the same part is lower than average, which confirms their ability to understand and predict other people's behavior in almost three quarters and one quarter of life situations, respectively. Students do not have high and low levels of social intelligence. Most students (almost two-thirds) have an average level of adaptability and mal-adaptability;instead, a minority (almost one third) is at a high level. Adaptability and mal-adaptability, respectively, indicate consistency and inconsistency between the needs of the individual and the requirements of the social environment. Students with a low level of adaptability and mal-adaptability were not found. The defined statistically significant relationship of social intelligence with adaptability (direct) and maladaptive (reverse) shows the influence of social intelligence on the effectiveness of socio-psychological adaptation of students. The results of the research proved that social intelligence is a factor of socio-psychological adaptation of students with special educational needs during distance learning.

Women with breast cancer, listening to the unheard voices: A qualitative study

Objective: This is a descriptive qualitative study with the aim of examining experiences of women diagnosed with breast cancer. Methods: The semi-structured interviews were conducted in the oncology clinic in Al Basheer Hospital in Jordan and included 15 women. Results: Several themes were identified such as knowledge before and after diagnosis, side effects of treatment, social and economic problems, lockdown and financial challenges in corona pandemic, coping strategies, and disclosure issues. Appropriate knowledge concerning causes of breast cancer, and side effects of administered drugs were lacking. Additionally, women were not comfortable telling others about their breast cancer diagnosis and considered it a private issue. During the COVID-19 pandemic, they faced many difficulties reaching hospitals, financial struggles, and inability to meet with their loved ones during lockdown. Conclusion: This study revealed the diversity of personalities and unique disposition of women regarding all the topics covered in the interviews. These differences should be considered in the support provided to these patients. [ FROM AUTHOR] Copyright of Electronic Journal of General Medicine is the property of Modestum Publications and its content may not be copied or emailed to multiple sites or posted to a listserv without the copyright holder's express written permission. However, users may print, download, or email articles for individual use. This may be abridged. No warranty is given about the accuracy of the copy. Users should refer to the original published version of the material for the full . (Copyright applies to all s.)

Problematic media use and psychological adaptation in children in the COVID-19 pandemic: A descriptive cross-sectional study.

PURPOSE: This study was conducted to determine the problematic media use and psychological adaptation levels of children. DESIGN AND METHODS: Parents of 685 children living in Turkey participated in the descriptive cross-sectional design study. Descriptive Characteristics Form, Problematic Media Use Measure and Hacettepe Psychological Adaptation Scale were used to collect research data. RESULTS: Problematic media use of the children is moderate. The COVID-19 pandemic increased the time spent in front of the screen in the majority of children. Psychological adaptation problem was determined in approximately one-third of children. Male gender and screen time spent affect problematic media use and psychological adaptation levels of children. CONCLUSIONS: The COVID-19 pandemic increased the problematic media use and psychological adaptation problems of children. PRACTICE IMPLICATIONS: It is recommended that nurses guide parents to limit children's screen time and to plan interventions to solve their psychological adaptation problems.

The Overdose Conundrum

The article discusses the impact of patients' overdose on psychiatrists. It discusses the case of a 45-year-old woman with an opioid addiction and anxiety who was enrolled in an addictions treatment program. Topics covered include how the psychiatrists cope with patient suicide or overdose, how to promote honesty about recurrence of substance use and how psychiatrists can find the right balance in setting boundaries.

Mental health, self-efficacy and university adaptation to the COVID-19 pandemic.

This mixed study evaluated changes and stability in health indicators (depression, anxiety, stress, alcohol consumption and amount of hours of sleep) and the belief in academic self-efficacy of Brazilian university students, before and during the COVID-19 pandemic. The first step, quantitative and longitudinal, investigated 20 students (average age=20.8;SD=3.4) in the period of 2019 and 2020, suggesting the maintenance of mental health indicators and the reduction of alcohol consumption and self-efficacy. In the second, qualitative stage, interviews during the quarantine revealed processes of personal and academic adaptation, in addition to concerns about mental health in the face of the pandemic. Institutional responses by universities to these ongoing challenges are recommended, as opposed to an individual analytical perspective.Copyright © 2023 Pontificia Universidad Catolica del Peru. All rights reserved.

Pandemic at the Hospital: Booklet for Coping with Stress

Healthcare workers have been under intense stress in the coronavirus disease 2019 (Covid-19) pandemic when they faced situations that threatened or challenged their basic psychological needs for autonomy, competence, and relatedness, and they may present mental health problems. Seeking to help these professionals in the hospital context, this article presents the theoretical bases and procedures for the development of a psychoeducational booklet for coping with stress. An integrative literature review and an online survey with 141 healthcare workers from hospitals in Brazil, Colombia, Peru, and Argentina were carried out to identify the main stressors and coping strategies. This material was organized according to the motivational theory of coping into charts with recommendations on what to do and avoid and boards for alternative communication. The booklet was evaluated by 17 expert health judges, obtaining good correlation coefficients for relevance content (.98) and for clarity of language (.92). With a Spanish version, its application possibilities are expanded.Alternate : Los profesionales de la salud en los hospitales enfrentan situaciones de estrés sin precedentes por la pandemia del Coronavirus/COVID-19, que amenazan o desafían sus necesidades psicológicas básicas de autonomía, competencia y relación en el enfrentamiento de esos estresores. El objetivo de este artículo es presentar el proceso metodológico utilizado en la elaboración de una cartilla psicoeducativa desarrollada para apoyar a los trabajadores de la salud que enfrentan estos estresores. Se realizó una revisión de la literatura y una encuesta online para identificar los principales estresores y estrategias de afrontamiento utilizadas por los profesionales de la salud en los hospitales. La cartilla fue evaluada por 17 jueces especialistas del área de la salud;su coeficiente de correlación es 0,92 en claridad del lenguaje y 0,98 en relevancia del contenido. Las observaciones de los jueces contribuyeron a mejorar el material posteriormente difundido y utilizado en hospitales nacionales e internacionales.Alternate : Profissionais de saúde estiveram sob estresse intenso na pandemia da coronavirus disease 2019 (Covid-19) ao enfrentarem situações que ameaçaram ou desafiaram suas necessidades psicológicas básicas de autonomia, competência e relacionamento, podendo apresentar problemas de saúde mental. Procurando auxiliar esses profissionais no contexto hospitalar, este artigo apresenta as bases teóricas e o procedimento de elaboração de uma cartilha psicoeducacional para o enfrentamento do estresse. Realizou-se uma revisão integrativa da literatura e um levantamento on-line com 141 profissionais de saúde em hospitais do Brasil, da Colômbia, do Peru e da Argentina, para identificação dos principais estressores e estratégias de enfrentamento. Esse material foi organizado pela teoria motivacional do coping em quadros, com recomendações sobre o que fazer e evitar, e quadros para comunicação alternativa. A cartilha foi avaliada por 17 juízes especialistas em saúde, obtendo-se bons coeficientes de correlação para relevância do conteúdo (0,98) e clareza de linguagem (0,92). Com versão em espanhol, ampliam-se suas possibilidades de aplicação.

Community Coping Strategies for COVID-19 in Bangladesh: A Nationwide Cross-Sectional Survey

It is important to know the community coping strategies during the rapid uprise of a pandemic, as this helps to predict the consequences, especially in the mental health spectrum. This study aims to explore coping strategies used by Bangladeshi citizens during the major wave of the COVID-19 pandemic. Design: Prospective, cross-sectional survey of adults living in Bangladesh. Methods: Participants were interviewed for socio-demographic data and completed the Bengali-translated Brief-COPE Inventory. COPING indicators were categorized in four ways, such as approach, avoidant, humor, and religion. Results: Participants (N = 2001), aged 18 to 86 years, were recruited from eight administrative divisions within Bangladesh (mean age 31.85 ± 14.2 years). The male-to-female participant ratio was 53.4% (n = 1074) to 46.6% (n = 927). Higher scores were reported for approach coping styles (29.83 ± 8.9), with lower scores reported for avoidant coping styles (20.83 ± 6.05). Humor coping scores were reported at 2.68 ± 1.3, and religion coping scores at 5.64 ± 1.8. Both men and women showed similar coping styles. Multivariate analysis found a significant relationship between male gender and both humor and avoidant coping (p < 0.01). Male gender was found to be inversely related to both religion and approach coping (p < 0.01). Marital status and education were significantly related to all coping style domains (p < 0.01). The occupation was related to approach coping (p < 0.01). Rural and urban locations differed in participants' coping styles (p < 0.01). Exploratory factor analysis revealed two cluster groups (factors 1 and 2) of mixed styles of coping. Conclusions: Participants in this study coped with the COVID-19 pandemic by utilizing mixed coping strategies. This study finds female gender, the married, elderly, and rural populations were adaptive to positive approaches to coping, whereas the male and educated population had the avoidant approach to coping. [ FROM AUTHOR] Copyright of COVID is the property of MDPI and its content may not be copied or emailed to multiple sites or posted to a listserv without the copyright holder's express written permission. However, users may print, download, or email articles for individual use. This may be abridged. No warranty is given about the accuracy of the copy. Users should refer to the original published version of the material for the full . (Copyright applies to all s.)

SIXTH INTERNATIONAL SCIENTIFIC AND PRACTICAL CONFERENCE "SOCIO-PSYCHOLOGICAL ADAPTATION OF MIGRANTS IN THE MODERN WORLD”

On March 25–26, 2022, the Sixth International Scientific and Practical Conference "Socio-Psycho-logical Adaptation of Migrants in the Modern World” was held. Penza State University became the organizer of the conference. The conference was held online on Zoom. Participants discussed topical ethno-psycholog-ical problems of migrant adaptation, problems of socio-psychological adaptation of migrants and refugees in Russia and other countries, methodological problems of socio-psychological adaptation of the individual in new conditions of life, problems of psychological and pedagogical assistance to migrants and refugees, adaptation of the individual to extreme conditions life activities, as well as the most acute psychological, anthropo-logical and philosophical challenges in science and society. A separate topic for analysis and discussion was the problem of the impact of the global COVID-19 pandemic on global migration processes. © 2022, Russian Academy of Sciences. All rights reserved.

Relationships Between Sense of Coherence, Self-perception of Voice and Work Environment Among Teachers.

OBJECTIVE: to analyze the relationship between sense of coherence and sociodemographic data, remote physical work environment, and self-perception of symptoms, vocal handicap and vocal fatigue in teachers. METHODS: Seventy eight teachers pertaining to the municipal education network of a Brazilian capital city participated in the study, during the period of social isolation by COVID-19. An online questionnaire was applied with sociodemographic and physical remote work environment questions, the Sense of Coherence Scale (SOC-13), the Brazilian Dysphonia Screening Tool (Br-DST), the Vocal Fatigue Index (VFI), and the Vocal Handicap Index (VHI-10). Descriptive analysis, bivariate and multivariate Logistic regression models were performed to check the proportion of teachers with high and low SOC among the different categories of independent variables. Student's t test and Mann Whitney test were used to compare SOC, IDV, and VFI scores between the groups, and Hedge's g test was used to access the effect size. The total scores of SOC, VHI and VFI were correlated using Pearson's Correlation Coefficient. All tests adopted a 5% significance level. RESULTS: Male teachers and those over 45 years old were, respectively, 6.79 (95%CI = 1.16-39.58) and 5.27 (95%CI = 1.40-19.76) times more likely to present a high SOC. The variables associated with a lower chance of presenting high SOC were vocal restriction (OR = 0.21; 95%CI = 0.06-0.79) and voice-related physical discomfort (OR = 0.13; 95%CI = 0.02-0.78). Regarding the remote work environment, in bivariate analysis, teachers who were dissatisfied with air quality (OR = 0.08; 95%CI = 0.01-0.65), temperature (OR = 0.11; 95%CI = 0.01-0.92), and noise (OR = 0.25; 95%CI = 0.61-0.99) were less likely to have high SOC. Higher values of SOC are associated with lower self-perception of vocal fatigue and voice handicap (P < 0,001). CONCLUSION: The way individuals face stressful situations interferes with the self-perception of their voice and their work environment. The relationship between the sense of coherence and voice perception is relevant to favor programs to promote vocal health and stress management in teachers.

Mental health, self-efficacy and university adaptation to the COVID-19 pandemic

This mixed study evaluated changes and stability in health indicators (depression, anxiety, stress, alcohol consumption and amount of hours of sleep) and the belief in academic self -efficacy of Brazilian university students, before and during the COVID-19 pandemic. The first step, quantitative and longitudinal, investigated 20 students (average age=20.8;SD=3.4) in the period of 2019 and 2020, suggesting the maintenance of mental health indi-cators and the reduction of alcohol consumption and self-efficacy. In the second, qualitative stage, interviews during the quarantine revealed processes of personal and academic adapta-tion, in addition to concerns about mental health in the face of the pandemic. Institutional responses by universities to these ongoing challenges are recommended, as opposed to an individual analytical perspective.

The relationship between burnout, coping strategies and stress management strategies in health care professionals

Burnout syndrome is lately more and more often encountered in national and even international scientific papers on different professional categories and hierarchical levels. In this research is targeted the medical staff of Medical-Social Care Unit, nurses, medical assistants and even doctors. Unit founded in 2007 that keeps the same staff since then, forming a familiar framework for both employees and beneficiaries and developing different skills for teamwork. Even since the pandemic, the rules became stricter and the entire staff was removed from their comfort zone which could lead to an imbalance in stress management and imprint on emotional state of the employees, therefore causing burnout. This research targets a single objective, specifically the relationship between burnout, cognitive-emotional coping strategies and professional stress management strategies, the hypotheses being formulated one by one considering the correlation of two variables. [ FROM AUTHOR]

Sixth International Scientific and Practical Conference "Socio-Psychological Adaptation of Migrants in the Modern World"2

On March 25-26, 2022, the Sixth International Scientific and Practical Conference "Socio-Psychological Adaptation of Migrants in the Modern World" was held. Penza State University became the organizer of the conference. The conference was held online on Zoom. Participants discussed topical ethno-psychological problems of migrant adaptation, problems of socio-psychological adaptation of migrants and refugees in Russia and other countries, methodological problems of socio-psychological adaptation of the individual in new conditions of life, problems of psychological and pedagogical assistance to migrants and refugees, adaptation of the individual to extreme conditions life activities, as well as the most acute psychological, anthropological and philosophical challenges in science and society. A separate topic for analysis and discussion was the problem of the impact of the global COVID-19 pandemic on global migration processes.

Salud mental, autoeficacia y adaptación universitaria a la pandemia de COVID-19

Este estudio mixto evaluó cambios y estabilidad en indicadores de salud (depresión, ansiedad, estrés, consumo de alcohol y cantidad de horas de sueño) y la creencia en la autoeficacia académica de estudiantes universitarios brasileños, antes y durante la pandemia de COVID-19. El primer paso, cuantitativo y longitudinal, investigó a 20 estudiantes (Medad =20.8 años;DP=3.4) en el período de 2019 y 2020, sugiriendo el mantenimiento de indicadores de salud mental y la reducción del consumo de alcohol y autoeficacia. En la segunda etapa, cualitativa, las entrevistas durante la cuarentena revelaron procesos de adaptación personal y académica, además de preocupaciones sobre la salud mental ante la pandemia. Se recomiendan las respuestas institucionales de las universidades a estos desafíos continuos, en contraposición a una perspectiva analítica individual.Alternate :This mixed study evaluated changes and stability in health indicators (depression, anxiety, stress, alcohol consumption and amount of hours of sleep) and the belief in academic self-efficacy of Brazilian university students, before and during the COVID-19 pandemic. The first step, quantitative and longitudinal, investigated 20 students (average age=20.8 years;SD=3.4) in the period of 2019 and 2020, suggesting the maintenance of mental health indicators and the reduction of alcohol consumption and self-efficacy. In the second, qualitative stage, interviews during the quarantine revealed processes of personal and academic adaptation, in addition to concerns about mental health in the face of the pandemic. Institutional responses by universities to these ongoing challenges are recommended, as opposed to an individual analytical perspective.Alternate :Cette étude mixte a évalué les changements et la stabilité des indicateurs de santé (dépression, anxiété, stress, consommation d'alcool et nombre d'heures de sommeil) et la croyance en l'auto-efficacité académique des étudiants universitaires brésiliens, avant et pendant la pandémie COVID-19. La première étape, quantitative et longitudinale, a enquêté sur 20 étudiants (âge moyen=20,8 ans;ET=3,4) sur la période 2019 et 2020, suggérant le maintien des indicateurs de santé mentale et la réduction de la consommation d'alcool et auto-efficacité. Dans la seconde étape, qualitative, des entretiens lors de la quarantaine ont révélé des processus d'adaptation personnelle et académique, en plus des inquiétudes sur la santé mentale face à la pandémie. Des réponses institutionnelles des universités à ces défis permanents sont recommandées, par opposition à une perspective analytique individuelle.Alternate :Este estudo misto avaliou mudanças e estabilidades em indicadores de saúde (depressão, ansiedade, estresse, consumo de álcool e quantidade de horas de sono) e de crença de autoeficácia acadêmica de universitários brasileiros, antes e durante a pandemia da COVID-19. A primeira etapa, quantitativa e longitudinal, investigou 20 estudantes (Midade=20.8 anos;DP=3.4) no período de 2019 e 2020, sugerindo a manutenção de indicadores de saúde mental e a redução do consumo de álcool e autoeficácia. Na segunda etapa, qualitativa, entrevistas durante a quarentena revelaram processos de adaptação pessoal e acadêmica, além de preocupações sobre a saúde mental diante da pandemia. Recomenda-se respostas institucionais por parte das universidades a esses desafios em curso, em contraposição a uma perspectiva analítica individual.

Nurse burnout: how to cope and when to seek help: An RCN Nurse of the Year describes how work pressures and a traumatic event led her to prioritise her well-being

In April 2022, I was a paediatric NHS nurse and in a bad place emotionally. I was extremely anxious, felt unable to cope and was having nightmares. I was also experiencing what I now know are flashbacks. A series of traumatic events had led me to this point, then an incident with a young patient tipped me over the edge and I realised I needed help. [ FROM AUTHOR]

How do we remain resilient when there is an excessive shortage of nurses?

Historical images of emergency nurses show a milieu of organisation, caring, compassion, confidence and competence. I am sure this is what the public wishes to see and what the profession wants to project. [ FROM AUTHOR]

Caregiving in the COVID-19 pandemic: Family adaptations following an intensive care unit hospitalisation.

AIM AND OBJECTIVE: To identify how family caregivers adapt to the caregiving role following a relative's COVID-19-related intensive care unit (ICU) hospitalisation. BACKGROUND: Family caregiving is often associated with poor health amongst caregivers which may limit their capacity to effectively support patients. Though severe COVID-19 infection has necessitated increasing numbers of persons who require caregiver support, little is known about these caregivers, the persons they are caring for, or the strategies used to effectively adjust to the caregiving role. DESIGN: A qualitative descriptive study design was adopted, and findings are reported using COREQ. METHODS: A secondary analysis of transcripts from semi-structured interviews conducted with recently discharged ICU patients who had COVID-19 (n = 16) and their family caregivers (n = 16) was completed using thematic analysis. MAXQDA 2020 and Miro were used to organise data and complete coding. Analysis involved a structured process of open and closed coding to identify and confirm themes that elucidated adaptation to family caregiving. RESULTS: Six themes highlight how family caregivers adapt to the caregiving role following an ICU COVID-19-related hospitalisation including (1) engaging the support of family and friends, (2) increased responsibilities to accommodate caregiving, (3) managing emotions, (4) managing infection control, (5) addressing patient independence and (6) engaging support services. These themes were found to be congruent with the Roy adaptation model. CONCLUSIONS: Family caregiving is a stressful transition following a patient's acute hospitalisation. Effective adaptation requires flexibility and sufficient support, beginning with the care team who can adequately prepare the family for the anticipated challenges of recovery. RELEVANCE TO CLINICAL PRACTICE: Clinical teams may improve post-hospitalisation care outcomes of patients by preparing families to effectively adjust to the caregiver role-particularly in identifying sufficient support resources. PATIENT OR PUBLIC CONTRIBUTION: Participation of patients/caregivers in this study was limited to the data provided through participant interviews.