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Psychological factors affecting economic decision making: An understanding of emotional and motivational factors in lay terms Pages: 373-376 Ashta Ananya (Student of Psychology and Economics, Delhi Public School R.K. Puram, Delhi) Decision making is no longer thought to be the cold and calculating process many had thought it to be. Instead it is the subject of multi-disciplinary discussion. Sociologists, economists and psychologists have all joined in to decode all factors. This is an important and multi-faceted topic. It could lead to a greater understanding of why individuals do what they do and how it can be predicted. This research paper aims to briefly summarise the internal psychological factors involved in economic decision making. After careful study of previous studies, conclusions have been reached, suggestions have been made and interpretations of other factors have also been provided. The conclusion arrived at is promising. While the entire problem of just how decision making will differ depending on internal factors is not completely solved, it is believed that the different pieces of the answers of a highly lengthy are available after all in varying degrees of depth. Pages: 373-376Ashta Ananya (Student of Psychology and Economics, Delhi Public School R.K. Puram, Delhi) Read more Get Access
Media and adolescent body image: A qualitative meta-analysis Pages: 377-381 Sonia David (Department of Psychology, JAIN University, Bangalore, Karnataka) Uma Warrier (Department of Management, JAIN University, Bangalore, Karnataka) The aim of this meta-analysis is to understand the prevalence of media influences on the basis of cultural differences and to thematically synthesize studies based on the repertoire of aims with respect to stereotyping in terms of gender and culturally variant audiences, as well as the role of films and advertisements on the lifestyle of individuals, especially in India. This qualitative meta-analysis includes 37 researches, out of which 22 of them are Indian researches to highlight the cultural aspect of the impact of media exposure on adolescent body image. The method used for this qualitative meta-analysis is thematic analysis as the researches were divided into Indian and Non-Indian Researches based on themes such as the prevalence of media influence, media stereotypes and impact of films and advertisement. It has become evident that India is significantly prevalent in popularizing media content in terms of gender stereotypes, and directly linking a clear correlation with body image among both, children and adolescents which not only have proved to influence their identity but also the process of development in other aspects. More researches on media studies pertaining to its prevalence in media exposure and body image concerns involving studies from different parts of the world is also recommended to highlight the cultural aspect and enhance the level of understanding in terms of adolescents' perceptions as well as the socio-cultural influences in the identity formation of the adolescent. Pages: 377-381Sonia David (Department of Psychology, JAIN University, Bangalore, Karnataka)Uma Warrier (Department of Management, JAIN… Read more Get Access
Mental health awareness amongst school students across Delhi-NCR: A pilot study Pages: 382-387 Sanya Dhawan and S. Kaushik (Member, Research and Development Team, Youre Wonderful Project, New Delhi) Arushi Chatterjee and Shivangi Khattar (Head, Research and Development Team, Youre Wonderful Project, New Delhi) Akhilesh Nair, Akash Saxena, and Ambikesh Sharma (Founder, Youre Wonderful Project, New Delhi) The present study was aimed at initiating a conversation about the importance of mental health among school children. This project has been founded with the aim to equip 6th-8th graders with the knowledge of common mental health issues through the process of: a) creating awareness, b) encouraging acceptance, c) ensuring prevention and d) assisting with cure. For this study, a qualitative design was used. A questionnaire was developed that aimed at identifying the gaps between the current SPEAK module (the module curated by the You're Wonderful Project; to deliver workshops around mental health awareness amongst the school students) and the needs of the school children. The data was collected from 106 participants. The participants were recruited as volunteers for the SPEAK program who would deliver workshops in different schools across Delhi-NCR,they came from different backgrounds like Psychology, English, History, among others, and were adults between the ages of 18-45. The qualitative data collected from the participants was analysed using content analysis. Effort was made to extract the major issues faced by the school children as listed by the participants. The results indicated that the major themes identified as per the school workshops by the volunteers delivering the workshops were bullying, issues related to exam, anxiety related to academic issues, and issues related to family. In addition, more information on how to better conduct the workshop and engage with the students, was also noted during this process. This study is a pilot study that will further help to understand how to ensure the effectiveness of the SPEAK program, as well as conduct more enhanced workshops around mental health awareness among school students. Pages: 382-387Sanya Dhawan and S. Kaushik (Member, Research and Development Team, Youre Wonderful Project, New… Read more Get Access
Family care givers educational needs in the care of the home dwelling aged in Ikare-Akoko community of Ondo state, Nigeria Pages: 388-397 Adeyanju, Awoniyi Babafemi and Beredugo, Letticia Ikiomoye (Department of Community Health Nursing Faculty of Nursing Sciences, College of Health Sciences, Niger Delta University, Amassoma, Wilberforce Island, Bayelsa State, Nigeria) Oyedele Emmanuel Adetunji (Department of Nursing, College of Health Sciences, University of Jos, Jos, Plateau State, Nigeria) Naingba Tunimidei (Department of Community Health Nursing, Faculty of Nursing Sciences, College of Health Sciences, Niger Delta University, Amassoma, Wilberforce Island, Bayelsa State, Nigeria) Globally, the term family or informal caregiver refers to an unpaid family member, friend, or neighbour who provides care for ill or disabled aged who cannot do for themselves a variety of fundamental tasks due to loss of independence. The purpose of the study was to explore family caregivers' educational needs in the care of aged in Ikare-Akoko Ondo State, Nigeria. A mixed method research design was adopted and a multistage sampling methods were used to select fifty (50) participants for the quantitative descriptive phase and ten (10) participants for the qualitative explorative phase respectively. An observational check list was used to obtain data in the descriptive quantitative phase while an interview guide was used to guide the interview that helped to elicit qualitative data. The instruments were validated and reliability tested. Data were analysed with the aid of International Business Machine SPSS version 23. Descriptive statistics was done to generate frequencies and percentages of responses from the quantitative data while interview excerpts were subjected to content analysis. Major findings of the study showed that family caregivers' practical caregiving need is modest. They appreciably performed procedures on medication care, grooming, pain assessment, food preparation and moving patients. However, caregivers demonstrated inadequate skill in performing procedures on emergency resuscitation. The study also revealed that family caregivers perceived caregiving as merely assisting care recipients with ADL and administering medications. they were found to engage in risky practices which can be detrimental to the health of their older relatives, as well as to their own health. More so, family caregivers possess inadequate information about the illness and treatment of care of the aged. They also lack support and have deficient knowledge on where to get external support. Thus there is need for training on care of older relatives at home and how to access help and support from health and social care professionals. In this light, a health education program for family caregivers of aged in Ikare-Akoko could be based on the Melei's transition theory and should include content such as strategies to care for the aged transition from one life stage to another and to be adequately adapted to new roles among others. Pages: 388-397Adeyanju, Awoniyi Babafemi and Beredugo, Letticia Ikiomoye (Department of Community Health NursingFaculty of Nursing… Read more Get Access
Effect of yogic relaxation technique on mental health in working nurses Pages: 398-402 M. Shriti (Department of Life Science, Swami Vivekananda Yoga Anusandhana Samsthana, Deemed-to-be University, Bengalore, Karnataka) Kuntal Ghosh (Department of Physical Science, Swami Vivekananda Yoga Anusandhana Samsthana, Deemed-to-be University, Bengalore, Karnataka) Guru Deo (Department of Yoga Therapy, Morarji Desai National Institute of Yoga, New Delhi) Yoga has a positive impact holistically on practitioner all aspect of health. Various studies have found the considerable role of a yogic relaxation technique name as Cyclic Meditation (CM) in coping up with stress, balancing the autonomic nervous system, increasing memory and self-control. The Current study was conducted to see the effect of CM on stress level and mental health in nurse working at multidisciplinary hospital. This was a two-group pre-post study. Forty nurses (20 in an experimental group and 20 in control group, between the age group of 20 to 35 years), working of a multidisciplinary Indian hospital with minimum six months working experience, were made part of this study. 20 subjects underwent the CM intervention for an hour for two weeks. Before and after two weeks all were assessed by Cohen perceived stress scale (CPSS), self-control through Self Control Scale (SCS) and selective attention through Digit Letter Substitution Test (DLST), general health questionnaire (GHQ), emotion regulation through Emotional Regulation Questionnaire (ERQ) and mindful attention awareness Scale (MAAS). Paired sample t-test showed a significant difference in the post-test results of the CPSS, SCS and DLST in the experimental group. Independent t-test showed that there was a significant difference in CPSS, SCS between experimental and control group. CM is a very effective yogic relaxation practice which reduces stress and improved mental well-being of nurse. The current study showed reduction in stress level, enhancement of general and mental health due to practice of CM. Pages: 398-402M. Shriti (Department of Life Science, Swami Vivekananda Yoga Anusandhana Samsthana, Deemed-to-be University, Bengalore… Read more Get Access
Bias in the design of intervention a challenge to suicide prevention in Kerala Pages: 403-409 Krishnan Gireesh (Clinical Psychologist, Harisree Insitute of Mental Health and Neauro Sciences (HIMHANS), Kollam, Kerala) The state of Kerala is often described as “Suicidal Capital of India”. Family Suicide is unique in Kerala. Farmer Suicides still vulnerable in the State. In the early phase of 2000, the intervention design followed was by and large medical model. The Psychiatric bias, a confirmation bias in the design of intervention, aggravated the crisis. Hence a literature review of reports in media, articles, studies published in journals and reports on interventions has been critically evaluated and presented. The Plethora of findings and analysis suggest need to de emphasise the medicalization of social distress and focusing on other underlying process of human misery including poverty and lack of equity. The present review suggest need for population based socio-economic approach towards the intervention to prevent suicide. Pages: 403-409Krishnan Gireesh (Clinical Psychologist, Harisree Insitute of Mental Health and Neauro Sciences (HIMHANS), Kollam… Read more Get Access
Social and emotional skills for health professionals Pages: 410-413 Rekha Sapra (Department of Human Development and Family Empowerment, Bharati College, University of Delhi, Delhi) The social erosion in the society has had its impact on the medical profession as well. The increased intolerance of the patients coupled with aggressive behaviour and abuse result in an environment which is not very conducive to promote positive patient doctor relationship and relationships with other para medics. In a health setup, which by its very nature is very stressful, needs a conducive environment to facilitate better outcomes. It seems a strange proposition to talk about social and emotional skills for professionals, who are by all means the cream la cream of the society. The world over, medical education is undergoing a tremendous change wherein the need for the skills in the domain of social and emotional competence is being recognized. Empathy deficit on part of both the doctors and patients has been identified as one of the core issue for emerging raised levels of aggressive behaviour. In the present paper I shall explore those competencies which have been identified as crucial to enhance better stress management, positive work environment and reduce professional 'Burn out'. The medical schools have incorporated Social erosionIn spite of professional skills and competence of the doctors, nurses and other medical personnel, the research studies across the globe have emphatically stated that the ability to deal with patients, influence their behaviour will to a very large extent depend on the personality, attitude and other behaviour traits of the dealing medical personnel irrespective of professional degrees, academic knowledge. Forbes in its review has found the medical personnel to a large extent ill-equipped to deal and cater to the human side. Pages: 410-413Rekha Sapra (Department of Human Development and Family Empowerment, Bharati College, University of Delhi… Read more Get Access
A study on drug pattern and HIV in a district of Haryana Pages: 414-417 Shreya Singh (Kasturaba Medical College, Manipal University, Manipal, Karnataka) Veena Singh and Vinod Kumar (Haryana State AIDS Control Society, Health Department, Haryana) Drug has always been the cause of disease. Lots of psychological and physical consequences as well social taboos are associated with the person who ever use drugs. The study sheds light on the effect of drug on HIV infection which is highly correlated with injecting the drugs for any intoxication. The injecting route of drug is one of the major routes of HIV transmission. Moreover, the study also reveals the dynamic pattern of drug uses among the young generations. The drug which was previously used in western countries is now consumed frequently in India. Many youngsters are wasting their lives by getting caught in swamp of drugs as well being infected with HIV virus. Pages: 414-417Shreya Singh (Kasturaba Medical College, Manipal University, Manipal, Karnataka)Veena Singh and Vinod Kumar (Haryana… Read more Get Access
Differences in physical, behavioral and emotional health of managers at different levels of management Pages: 180-188 Himani Singh (Center for Doctoral Studies in Business, University of Mannheim, Mannheim, Germany) Nidhi Prakash (Department of Psychology, University of Delhi, Delhi) The present study is an investigation into the differences in total, physical, behavioral and emotional health of managers at different management levels of the largest Indian public sector enterprise operating in the power sector Data were collected from 100 managers from the corporate and regional offices of the enterprise, encompassing lower, middle and top levels of management, using EQ MAP (full form) Health Outcomes. One-way ANOVA and post-hoc analysis were performed to analyze data. Statistically significant differences were observed across managers at the lower, middle and upper levels of management on total, behavioral and emotional health, and management levels were found to account for one-tenth of the variability in emotional and behavioral health. Managers at middle level were found to report relatively worse emotional and behavioral health than upper and lower levels of managers. Physical health was not found to differ significantly across the three levels of management. Results are discussed around factors such as job design (job type, job complexity, & control/authority over decisions), socio-cultural factors (national culture & power distance) and demographic details, integrated with the Open Systems and Stratified Systems theories of organizational behavior and processes. Implications for future research and praxis are suggested. Pages: 180-188Himani Singh (Center for Doctoral Studies in Business, University of Mannheim, Mannheim, Germany)Nidhi Prakash… Read more Get Access
Physical and motor development of preschool beneficiaries of ICDS scheme of rural Jammu Pages: 189-194 Sarika Manhas (P.G. Department of Home Science (Human Development), University of Jammu, Jammu, J&K) Tarannum Tratha (P.G. Department of Home Science, University of Jammu, Jammu, J&K) The present study assessed the physical and motor development of preschool aged child beneficiaries of ICDS scheme belonging to rural Jammu. The sample for the study comprised 80 children (40 boys & 40 girls) in the age group of 3-5 years belonging to middle socioeconomic strata families of Bishnah Block of Jammu District. Multistage Sampling technique was used to select the sample for the study. The developmental status of sample children was assessed through Anthropometric Measurement (Height, Weight, & BMI) and the adapted versions of Age and Staged-3rd Edition Questionnaires (Square & Bricker, 2009). The results reveal that the total mean age of sample children was 3.65±0.657 years (for boys 3.10±3.3 years & for girls was 4.20±0.405 years). Most of the sample children were second and third born in their families and majority of them had one or more siblings. Majority of the sample children had normal Height, Weight and BMI indicating that in spite of their deprived living conditions most of pre-schoolers had normal physical development. Though most of the children had normal fine motor development but majority of them had delayed gross motor development. Pages: 189-194Sarika Manhas (P.G. Department of Home Science (Human Development), University of Jammu, Jammu, J&K)Tarannum… Read more Get Access
Knowledge, gender, and guidance: Factors influencing Indian mothers responses to Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Pages: 195-200 Geraldine D.J. Cadet (Department of Psychology, Florida International University, US) Makella S. Coudray (Robert Stempel College of Public Health and Social Work, Florida International University, US) Dionne P. Stephens (College of Science & Education, Florida International University, US) Prajakta Adsul (Division of Cancer Control and Population Sciences, National Cancer Institute, US) Anand Siddaiah (Public Health Research Institute of India Teresian College, PG Department of Psychology, Mysore, Karnataka, IN) Purnima Madhivanan (Mel & Enid Zuckerman College of Public Health, University of Arizona, Tucson, US, Public Health Research Institute of India, Mysore, Karnataka, IN) In the current study, we examined the socio-demographic characteristics and attitudes of Indian mothers, their knowledge about behaviors related to Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and the relationship with ADHD diagnosis among their children. Previous research showed 11.3% of primary school children in India have been diagnosed with ADHD, yet little research has been conducted on how mothers perceive these behaviors. A survey was completed by 100 mothers with children aged between 4-12 years. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) ADHD Checklist for Children was used to assess the presence of ADHD symptoms in Indian children. The surveys were analyzed to identify maternal ADHD knowledge, socio-demographic characteristics and attitudes associated with ADHD within the context of Indian culture using SPSS. It was determined that the gender of the child, the geographical location the mother was raised, willingness of mother to seek professional help, mother's knowledge on handling child's behavior and mother's knowledge on ADHD were significantly associated with ADHD. Further analyses revealed that a lack of knowledge of ADHD and handling child's behavior were most associated with an ADHD diagnosis based on the CDC ADHD checklist. Pages: 195-200Geraldine D.J. Cadet (Department of Psychology, Florida International University, US)Makella S. Coudray (Robert Stempel… Read more Get Access
Demographic profile of women involved in reeling and weaving of Manipur Pages: 201-204 Kangjam Victoria Devi and S. Visalakshi Rajeswari (Department of Resource Management, Avinashilingam University for Women, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu) From time immemorial handloom industry in Manipur has been playing a vital role in the state economy. It is well known as a highly employment oriented and a low capital intensive activity, and as an effective tool for rural development with overwhelming number of advantages. It transfers wealth from richer sections of society to poorer section since, silk is consumed mostly by affluent people and the money so spent on purchase of silk is distributed among the sericulturists, reelers, twisters, weavers and traders in the order of 51.5, 6.2, 8.2, 14.5, and 19.5 per cent respectively (Nair, 1998) who are essentially women labourers. Yet, the State continues to be socio-economically backward with 34 per cent of the people living below the poverty line (BPL). (www.manipuronline.com & www.tradechakra.com/indian-economy/per capita income 2005-06). This paper attempts to highlight the demographic profiles of the Women involved in Silk reeling and silk weaving activities in Imphal -East and Imphal -West Districts of Manipur. The results reveal that almost 70 per cent of the families irrespective of the vocation adopted by the samples were found to fall in the low income strata making it clear that none of the jobs are lucrative. Pages: 201-204Kangjam Victoria Devi and S. Visalakshi Rajeswari (Department of Resource Management, Avinashilingam University for… Read more Get Access
A cross cultural study of body image among adolescents and young adults Pages: 205-216 Mohammad Farid Fahiz (Department of Psychology, Herat University, Herat, Afghanistan, South Asia) Body image is the most common concerns of people nowadays. The concept of body image is now globally studied and known to be a multidimensional construct, consisting of appearance evaluation, appearance orientation, body areas satisfaction, and overweight preoccupation. In this study, an attempt has been made to compare the differences in body image between Afghans and Indians. The objective of the study was to investigate the body image of male and female adolescents and young adults across the three age groups from India and Afghanistan. A Multidimensional Body Self-Relation Questionnaire (MBSRQ) was used to collect data from 245 participants in both countries; Afghanistan (n = 119) and India (n = 126). The research found that there is a strong cultural effect on body image. It is also indicated that Afghans are more satisfied with their body than Indians but it is found that Indians have lesser fat anxiety than Afghans. And also it is found that Afghans have higher tendency of investment on body and are more attentive to their body than Indians. The effect of gender and age on body image was found to be partially significant. The limitation and scope for future study have been discussed. Pages: 205-216Mohammad Farid Fahiz (Department of Psychology, Herat University, Herat, Afghanistan, South Asia) Read more Get Access
Students’ interest rate in math subject of high schools in Herat city Pages: 217-220 Mohammad Zobair Azizi (Education Faculty, Herat University, Herat, Afghanistan, South Asia) Studying on students' interest rate in Math subject of high school in Herat City is the title selected to study and search. It looks that students in this period are not interested in math subject, thus, after studying theoretical credible and academic sources, fundamental goals of this study are; to find out reasons why lack of students' interest in Math and how to make them more interested in. it is mention able that based on the aforementioned goals; certain key and sub questions are designed as well as a mixed methodology of quantitative and qualitative research is designed through observation, interview and questionnaire. Data collected are analyzed by Microsoft Excel and data indicates there are many various reason lack students' interest for Math subject. These reasons are clearly indicated by data collected in this study. Increasing students' interest in Math, particularly in high schools depends on teacher Mathematical profession, their knowledge on Math teaching methods, their understanding of students' individual differences and emphasis on implication of concepts of Math in daily life. Pages: 217-220Mohammad Zobair Azizi (Education Faculty, Herat University, Herat, Afghanistan, South Asia) Read more Get Access
Social anxiety and coping strategies among college students Pages: 221-223 Rabina Debbarma and G. Umadevi (Department of Psychology, Annamalai University, Chidambaram, Tamil Nadu) The purpose of the present study was to investigate the relationship between social anxiety and coping strategy among college students. the study population comprised all male and female students of National Institute of Technology in Tripura. A total of 150 students with 121 males and 29 females were selected through random sampling method. The social anxiety scale and brief cope scale were administered. For statistical analysis of mean, standard deviation, t-test and Carl -Pearson correlation was done by using SPSS 20 version. The result found that there is a correlation between social anxiety and coping strategy. The results demonstrated that males have higher social anxiety than females. But there is no significant difference between social anxiety and coping strategy based on gender. The present study it is revealed that there is no significant difference in social anxiety and coping strategy based on their age and their type of family. Pages: 221-223Rabina Debbarma and G. Umadevi (Department of Psychology, Annamalai University, Chidambaram, Tamil Nadu) Read more Get Access
Cognitive therapy for delusions in patients with paranoid schizophrenia Pages: 224-227 Krishnan Gireesh (Clinical Psychologist, Harisree Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences (HIMHANS), Kollam, Kerala) Delusions are common and severely incapacitating symptom in severe mental disorders. Delusional beliefs are heterogeneous and occur in numerous clinical desires such as schizophrenia, delusional disorders, dementia and severe mood disorders (APA, 19087). There has been a growing interest in studying particular symptoms of psychosis (Beranbanm, Oltmauns, & Gaterman, 1985; Slade & Bent, 1988). However, in spite of the fact that delusions are extremely common in psychosis, this symptoms has suffered experimental neglect (Ollturanus, 1988; Winters & Neale's, 1983, IPSS, WHO, 1973). Pharmacological intervention has limited success in controlling delusional beliefs, the drug resistant, persistent delusion poses a clinical challenge and hence alterative psychological treatments have been developed. Operant methods and belief modification procedures have been used with limited success. Cognitive therapy has recently being used by therapists and researches in severe mental disorders. The present study examined the effectiveness of cognitive behaviour therapy in delusions of patients with paranoid schizophrenia. The study examined the efficacy of cognitive therapy on different variables of delusions -Convictions, pre-occupations and reaction to hypothetical contradictions. A single case study design was adopted with pre and post intervention assessments carried out by an independent rater. 10 patients with ICD10 diagnosis of paranoid schizophrenia underwent 48 sessions of cognitive therapy. The results showed that cognitive therapy was effective in improving insight and changing convictions pre occupations and reactions to hypothetical contradictions of persistent delusion. The present study shows the usefulness of Cognitive Therapy as a main therapeutic method in delusions of patients with paranoid schizophrenia in the Indian context. Pages: 224-227Krishnan Gireesh (Clinical Psychologist, Harisree Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences (HIMHANS), Kollam, Kerala) Read more Get Access
Gender related trends in development of emotional autonomy amoung rural and urban adolescents Pages: 228-232 Parvinder Kaur and Jatinder Kaur (Department of Human Development and Family Studies, College of Home Science, Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana, Punjab) The present investigation was under taken to assess the trends of emotional autonomy among male and female adolescents in urban and rural areas. The study was conducted on 240 adolescents (120 males & 120 females) belonging to two parent intact families. The sample was further equally distributed over the two locales (120 rural & 120 urban). Emotional Autonomy Scale was used to assess the level of emotional autonomy among adolescents Results revealed that the largest percentage of adolescents were highly emotional autonomous where as the largest percentage of females held emotional autonomy at lower level. Male adolescents highly perceived their parents as people, de-idealized from their parents at lower level, were more emotionally independent and were highly individualized as compared to their female counterparts. Males were significantly emotionally more autonomous as compared to females. Gender differences in emotional autonomy were stronger in rural adolescents as compared to urban adolescents. Pages: 228-232Parvinder Kaur and Jatinder Kaur (Department of Human Development and Family Studies, College of… Read more Get Access
Effect of marital status on occupational stress and job satisfaction among female bank employees Pages: 233-235 Priya Soni and Nehashree Srivastava (Department of Psychology, National P.G College Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh) Banking originated in the late 18th century in India. The Bank of Hindustan, established in 1770 is one of the oldest banks. The study below attempts to study the effect of marital status on occupational stress and job satisfaction among female bank employees. The sample consists of 15 married female bank employees and 15 unmarried female bank employees of Indian Overseas Bank Lucknow district of various branches. The tools used for this purpose were Asha Job satisfaction scale developed by Hingar, Mittal, Mathur, and Paranami to assess job satisfaction and the Occupational stress index developed by Srivastava and Singh to assess occupational stress index. The statistical method used was t test. No significant difference between job satisfaction and occupational stress among married and unmarried female bank employees was found. Pages: 233-235Priya Soni and Nehashree Srivastava (Department of Psychology, National P.G College Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh) Read more Get Access
Coping strategies as a predictor of post traumatic growth among selected female young adult victims of childhood sexual abuse in Kerala, India Pages: 236-240 Nancy George and Lucila O. Bance (Department of Clinical Psychology, Graduate School, University of Santo Tomas, Manila, Philippines) The present study examines the possible predictive effects of coping strategies on post traumatic growth (PTG) among the female young adult victims of childhood sexual abuse (CSA) who are in Nirbhaya shelter homes. Eighty-seven participants aged from 15-24 years belong to Nirbhaya homes in Kerala, India were involved in this study. The Brief COPE scale and Post Traumatic Growth Inventory were used to assess the variables and correlational research method was used in the study. The results of the study show that the female young adult victims of CSA using adaptive coping strategies experience comparatively high level of PTG and the increased use of dysfunctional coping practices reduce the level of positive changes after the traumatic event. Furthermore, the study also examines the predictive influence of coping strategies on PTG. This study affirms the necessity of a culturally adapted psychological intervention program to enhance coping strategies and PTG among the female young adult victims of CSA. Pages: 236-240Nancy George and Lucila O. Bance (Department of Clinical Psychology, Graduate School, University of… Read more Get Access
The coping pattern of aged: A review Pages: 241-245 Shabnam Ansari and Tejpreet Kaur Kang (Department of Human Development and Family Studies, College of Home Science, Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana, Punjab) Ageing is a universal process. At this stage of life stress is inevitable part of living. Stress comes in all shapes, and has become so pervasive, that it seems to percolate everything and everybody including senior citizens. Stress can originate in physiological, psychological and social conditions and threaten the integrity of the body and personality. Most of the symptoms that senior citizen generally face are fear of death, feeling of insecurity and general excitement, fatigue, insomnia, gastrointestinal disturbances, depression of spirits, emotional instability, inferiority feelings, pains and headaches, indecision, intolerance, suicidal pre-occupation, panic states, giddiness and genitourinary symptoms and other physiological disturbances. In this stage only good coping skill (constantly changing cognitive & behavioural efforts to manage specific external &/or internal demands) can help a agedin expending conscious effort to solve personal and interpersonal problems, and seeking to master, minimize or tolerate stress or a challenging situation. Therefore, this paper aims to review the common coping patters of aged people. Pages: 241-245Shabnam Ansari and Tejpreet Kaur Kang (Department of Human Development and Family Studies, College… Read more Get Access
A study on prevalence of mobile phone dependence among youth of Jorhat district Pages: 246-248 Chandrani Borkotoky and Jinamoni Saikia (Department of Human Development and Family Studies College of Community Science, Assam Agricultural, University, Jorhat, Assam) India is all set to become the youngest country of the world by 2020, as the average age in India will be 29 and 64% of its population will fall under this age bracket by then. This demographic dividend is expected to have a major positive impact in all sphere of development. But to turn this expectation into reality, maintaining the sound physical and mental well-being of youth should be given highest priority. As we all know, technological and other advancements of today's modern society possesses a number of threats to the physical and psychological well-being of the youth. Mobile phone though is the technical boon to the mankind, yet it is emerged that excessive use of mobile phones may interfere with the psychological and physical well-being. New researches have shown that excessive use of mobile phones lead to development of symptoms similar to dependence syndrome. The present study was therefore undertaken to assess the prevalence of mobile phone dependence among youth and also attempted to find out whether any association exists between mobile phone dependence and gender as well as duration of mobile phone use. Moreover, the study intends to investigate the self perceived physical discomforts among youth with mobile phone dependence. A total sample of 100 youth in the age group of 18-29 years were drawn randomly from Jorhat, Assam. 'Mobile Phone Dependence Questionnaire' developed by Agarwal et al. (2012) was administered to collect the required information. Results of the study indicated that 25 percent of youth have mobile phone dependence. The chi square results of the study also indicated that, gender and mobile phone dependence are independent of each other, whereas a significant association exists between duration of mobile phone use and mobile phone dependence. Further, it was found that majority (80 percent) of youth with Mobile phone dependence experience headache followed by burn and itching of the eyes (68 percent) as well as pain and discomfort in the eye (56 percent). Pages: 246-248Chandrani Borkotoky and Jinamoni Saikia (Department of Human Development and Family StudiesCollege of Community… Read more Get Access
Meaning in life as a predictor of depression and suicide ideation among young adults in Kerala, India Pages: 249-252 Silvi Jose and Julom Angelina (The Graduate School, University of Santo Tomas, Manila, Philippines) Depression is a communal health problem among young adults. The occurrence of suicide is increased among the young adults and adolescents worldwide. Most cases of suicide are caused by untreated depression or undergoing depression. This study examines the positive relationship between depression and suicide ideation among the young adults numbering 160, both genders aged between 19-24. The present study examines the possible predictive factor of meaning in life on depression and suicide ideation. Beck depression Inventory II and Beck Suicide Ideation and Meaning in Life questionnaire were used to measure the variables of depression, suicide ideation and meaning in life. The study showed that young adult with high level of meaning in life experiences comparatively low level of depression and suicide ideation and vice versa. The regression analysis of the data showed that meaning in life, alone contribute the variance of 91% in depression and 89% of variance in suicide ideation of young adults. The result clearly gives that the idea of enhancing meaning in life can reduce depression and suicide ideation among young adults. Pages: 249-252Silvi Jose and Julom Angelina (The Graduate School, University of Santo Tomas, Manila, Philippines) Read more Get Access
The effects of texting and cell phone use on gait in the older adult and youth Pages: 253-257 Chang-hoon Gong (Geriatric Health Clinic and Research Institute, Korea University College of Medicine, Seoul, South Korea) Youngbo Sim (College of Medicine, University of Vermont, Burlington Vermont, USA) Kunwoo Park (Geriatric Health Clinic and Research Institute Korea University College of Medicine, Seoul, South Korea) With the increasing use and integration of cell phones into everyday life for people across all age groups, there is growing concern on pedestrian safety. In order to address such concerns, gait patterns were analyzed between two groups of participants: youth and older adults, under four separate conditions: Normal gait, gait while texting, gait while listening to music, and gait while both texting and listening to music. Texting and listening to music were the tasks specifically chosen because they are the most commonly used functions of cell phones and mirrored common everyday situations for the average cell phone user while walking 60 meters. Gait patterns were analyzed using the LEGSys system, a portable gait analysis system. It was found that there were significant differences between the youth and older adult groups gait parameters in only the conditions that involved texting. Especially, we found out meaningful variance in stride time (s), stride length (m) and stride velocity (m/s) between analysis groups. These results suggest the need and direction for future policy changes to better inform users of the potential hazards of cell phone use while walking and ultimately discourage such use to prevent associated injuries, accidents, and even deaths. Pages: 253-257Chang-hoon Gong (Geriatric Health Clinic and Research Institute, Korea University College of Medicine, Seoul… Read more Get Access
Father occupation: The effects on temperament of twins in Bagar zone of Haryana state Pages: 258-259 Reetu Devi and Bimla Dhanda (Department of Human Development and Family Studies (HDFS), CCS HAU, Hisar, Haryana) Vijay Kumar (Farm Management, SNIATTE, CCS HAU, Hisar) The present study was conducted in four districts namely; Hisar Fatehabad, Rohtak, and Jind of Haryana state with the purpose of availability of maximum numbers of twins in the required age group of 4 -10 years identified under UGC project of the department. A sample of 296 pairs of twins in the age group of 4-10 years will be taken. The Malhotra Temperament Schedule (MTS) developed by Malhotra and Malhotra (1988) was used to assess child's temperament. This schedule can be used on all child populations whether normal or abnormal, within an age range of 4-10 years of both sexes and of any socio-economic class. Malhotra Temperament Schedule consists of nine dimensions or variables of child's temperament and the operational terms of these dimensions are given as: Activity, Rhythmicity Approach or withdrawal, Adaptability, Threshold of responsiveness, Intensity of reaction, Quality of mood, Distractibility, Attention span and persistence. These nine dimensions were further grouped into five categories namely sociability, emotionality, energy, attentivity/distractibility and rhythmicity. To arrive at factor scores the means of the constituting temperament dimension are to be added. The Malhotra Temperament Schedule (MTS) schedule measured temperament variables on a 5 point rating scale, and categorized by standardized method. The dimensions of temperament will be assessed individually. A variable is the set of value that forms a classification. A value is anything which can be predicted. There were two types of variables in the study, i.e., independent and dependent variable. Temperament was taken as dependent and father occupation was taken as independent variable. Result revealed that father's occupation was non-significantly associated with sociability (c2=4.71), emotionality (c2=0.43), energy (c2=2.55), distractibility (c2=2.98) rhythmicity (c2=4.66) and total temperament (c2=5.85). Pages: 258-259Reetu Devi and Bimla Dhanda (Department of Human Development and Family Studies (HDFS), CCS… Read more Get Access
Appraisal of parental awareness regarding child rights and protection Pages: 260-264 Nidhi Marothiya, Sarita Saini, and DeepikaVig (Department of Human Development and Family Studies, College of Community Science, Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana, Punjab) Children on account of their tender age along with special physical and mental characteristics require special care and protection. Consequently, in order to provide protection to children from violation, the country has initiated various Laws and Acts but it remains the case that too many children across the country are still facing different types of violation against their rights. Therefore, parents being the primary caregiver of children ought to be aware of their child's rights and protection. With this backdrop the study was initiated to assess the awareness level of parents regarding Child Rights and Protection in Ludhiana district of Punjab. The sample for the study comprised 240 parents (fathers=120 & mothers=120) of randomly selected 120 primary school children equally distributed over the locale. A self-structured 'Child Rights and Protection' checklist was used to collect the requisite data. The results of the study revealed a low level of parental awareness regarding Child Rights and Protection and irrespective of locale statistically no significant differences were observed between the awareness level of fathers and mothers in the overall nominal of Child Rights and Protection. The correlation analysis between socio-personal characteristics and parental awareness suggested that irrespective of the locale as well as the gender, the awareness level of parents was significantly and positively correlated with their educational qualifications but not with their age. Pages: 260-264Nidhi Marothiya, Sarita Saini, and DeepikaVig (Department of Human Development and Family Studies, College… Read more Get Access

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