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Introduction: Emerging adulthood is a period of transition between adolescence and adulthood, during which individuals explore different roles and possibilities. This period is often characterized by high levels of stress and uncertainty, which can increase the risk of depression. The aim of this study was to investigate the associations between emerging adulthood dimensions, well-being, character strengths and depression, as well as to verify the differences in the levels of these elements among different groups of depressive symptomatology. Methods: Participants were 1,060 individuals (741 females, 305 males) between the ages of 18 and 30 years (M = 22.3, SD = 3.72). Spearman's correlation, linear regression, and Kruskal- Wallis with pairwise post-hoc analyses were used to analyze the data. Results: There were significant positive correlations between emerging adulthood dimensions, well-being, and character strengths, and negative correlations between these variables and depression. There were also significant differences in the means of the evaluated constructs among the symptomm groups. Discussion: The findings suggest that emerging adulthood dimensions, well-being, and character strengths are all associated with depression in emerging adults and have important implications for the provision of interventions in health and education for emerging adults. The study provides a deeper understanding of the factors influencing depression during emerging adulthood and emphasize the importance of promoting positive psychology elements and developing personalized interventions for emerging adults. This also suggest that public policies related to mental health and education should take into account the unique needs of emerging adults.
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This study aimed to promote social skills training for Elementary School students through a psychoeducational model. The research aimed to identify the effects of a Social Skills Training (SST) on social skills, behavioral problems and academic performance of fifth graders in primary school-aged from 10 to 13 years old (M = 10,3; DP = 1,5), 26 girls and 25 boys, living and studying in a social vulnerability area in Rio de Janeiro. The sample was divided into the Intervention Group (IG) and Control Group (CG). The SST was applied into ten sessions to work the skills of Civility, Self-control, Assertiveness, and Academic Skills. The Social Skill Rating System (SSRS) and the School Performance Test (SPT) were used as instruments. The obtained results showed positive gains for the majority of the students participating in the intervention and higher IG scores compared to the CG for all variables.
A pesquisa objetivou promover as habilidades sociais de estudantes do Ensino Fundamental em um modelo psicoeducativo. Buscou identificar os efeitos de um Treinamento de Habilidades Sociais (THS) nas habilidades sociais, problemas de comportamento e no desempenho acadêmico de crianças do quinto ano do Ensino Fundamental com idades de 10 a 13 anos (M = 10,3; DP = 1,5), sendo 26 meninas e 25 meninos que residem e estudam em área de vulnerabilidade social no Rio de Janeiro. A amostra foi dividida em Grupo Intervenção (GI) e Grupo Controle (GC). O THS foi aplicado em 10 sessões nas quais foram trabalhadas as habilidades de: Civilidade, Autocontrole, Assertividade e Habilidades Acadêmicas. Utilizou-se, como instrumentos, o Social Skill Rating System (SSRS) e o Teste de Desempenho Escolar (TDE). Os resultados revelaram ganhos positivos para a maioria dos alunos participantes da intervenção e escores superiores do GI em relação ao GC em todas as variáveis.
A pesquisa objetivou promover as habilidades sociais de estudantes do Ensino Fundamental em um modelo psicoeducativo. Buscou identificar os efeitos de um Treinamento de Habilidades Sociais (THS) nas habilidades sociais, problemas de comportamento e no desempenho acadêmico de crianças do quinto ano do Ensino Fundamental com idades de 10 a 13 anos (M = 10,3; DP = 1,5), sendo 26 meninas e 25 meninos que residem e estudam em área de vulnerabilidade social no Rio de Janeiro. A amostra foi dividida em Grupo Intervenção (GI) e Grupo Controle (GC). O THS foi aplicado em 10 sessões nas quais foram trabalhadas as habilidades de: Civilidade, Autocontrole, Assertividade e Habilidades Acadêmicas. Utilizou-se, como instrumentos, o Social Skill Rating System (SSRS) e o Teste de Desempenho Escolar (TDE). Os resultados revelaram ganhos positivos para a maioria dos alunos participantes da intervenção e escores superiores do GI em relação ao GC em todas as variáveis.