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Impact of Postpartum Depression and Family Environment Across Mothers Pages: 525-528 Alka Srivastava1 and Abha Singh2 (Department of Psychology, Chhatrapati Shahuji Maharaj, University, Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh1 and Department of Psychology, P. P. N., College, Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh2) Women are an integral part of National development. Over the past decades, women have shown integrity and ability in all fields. Their contributions are recognizable and commendable but Indian women still face many difficulties in life. These difficulties sometimes trigger many psychosocial problems, such as anxiety, tension, frustration, emotional upsets, mental disturbance, and depression. Postpartum depression occurs after childbirth or after birth. This type of depression is also clinically evident. This study attempted to define postpartum depression and its signs, causes and contributing risk elements. Depression after pregnancy or birth is called postpartum depression. This is a type of clinical depression. This study attempted to define postpartum depression, symptom causes, factors, and risk factors. This study aimed to identify postpartum depression in mothers after the birth of children across the family environment. The sample of the present study consists of 200 mothers (100 mothers after delivery of 1st child & 100 mothers after delivery of 2nd child within one month of delivery). The age range of the participants was 30-35 years. Samples were collected from nearby areas of Varanasi. The Edinburgh Postpartum Depression Scale (EPDS, Edinburgh, 1984) and Family Environment Scale (Joshi & Vyas, 1997) were used as tools. The results reveal that there is a significant difference between mothers across the delivery of the first and second child and the level of postpartum depression in the overall Family Environment. Pages: 525-528 Alka Srivastava1 and Abha Singh2 (Department of Psychology, Chhatrapati Shahuji Maharaj, University, Kanpur… Read more Get Access
Association of Blood Groups with Body Mass Index and Blood Pressure among Undergraduate Dental Students Pages: 529-532 Anupama Vithalkumar Betigeri, Ramya Shanta, Nitik Baisoya, and Ananyaa Shree Bhatia (Department of Physiology, Manav Rachna International Institute of Research and Studies (Deemed to be University) and Manav Rachna Dental College, Faculty of Dental Sciences, Faridabad, Haryana) To some extent, the inheritance of ABO blood groups, Rh type, and BMI in a person is genetically determined and controlled by numerous alleles. This cross-sectional study was carried out to determine the distribution of blood groups and their connection with BMI and blood pressure in undergraduate dental students. From June to July 2021, the Department of Physiology at Manav Rachna Dental College in Faridabad conducted the research. After receiving ethical permission from the institutional research and ethics council, it involved data collecting from registered undergraduate dental students. The stadiometer was used to measure anthropometric factors such as height in centimeters and weight in kilograms. The BMI was then estimated using the Quetelet index (weight in kg/height in m2). The blood groups were determined using the traditional slide method, and the blood pressure was taken using the AHA-recommended manual auscultator technique with a mercury sphygmomanometer. The B+ve blood group has the greatest mean BMI, followed by the O+ve blood group. The lowest BMI, on the other hand, was discovered to be connected with the B -ve blood group. In general, the relationship between blood types and BMI was shown to be statistically significant (p=0.508). As multiple prior researches have already demonstrated the link of ABO blood groups with many diseases, knowledge of blood types may aid in the interpretation and administration of various health difficulties. Pages: 529-532 Anupama Vithalkumar Betigeri, Ramya Shanta, Nitik Baisoya, and Ananyaa Shree Bhatia (Department of… Read more Get Access
Influence of Perceived Social Support on Binge Watching and Feelings Associated with it among Young Adults Pages: 533-537 Poonam Phogat1, Akanksha Yadav2, and Mandeep Kaur3 (Department of Psychology, Gargi College, Delhi University, Delhi1,2 and Department of Psychology, Kamla Nehru College, Delhi University, Delhi3) Binge watching is a phenomenon that is extremely popular these days. The focus of this research is to examine the impact of Perceived Social Support (PSS) on binge watching and the associated feelings among young adults. The sample used for the study consisted of 90 young adults (45 men & 45 women) aged between 18-35 years living in India. The shorter version of Interpersonal Support Evaluation List (ISEL) was applied to evaluate the level of PSS (Cohen & Hoberman, 1983). A structured questionnaire was formed to assess binge watching habits and feelings. The data was analysed using t-test and Pearson correlation. Frequencies were also found to assess the feeling aspect under different conditions. The major findings are as follows: (a) non-binge watchers have a higher perceived social support than binge watchers except for the dimension appraisal support; (b) perceived social support has a moderately negative but significant correlation with binge watching but the dimension appraisal support has a low negative but significant correlation with binge watching (c) binge watching has positive feelings associated with it and the predominant feeling was of relaxation. Pages: 533-537 Poonam Phogat1, Akanksha Yadav2, and Mandeep Kaur3 (Department of Psychology, Gargi College, Delhi… Read more Get Access
Comparative Analysis of Perceived Loneliness among Selfie Addicts and Non-selfie Addicts Youth of Punjab Pages: 538-542 Satinder Kaur and Deepika Vig (Department of Human Development and Family Studies, Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana, Punjab) Nowadays, taking selfies and posting them to social media is a major trend. However, photos may seem harmless, if used carelessly, they can have devastating repercussions on psychological heath of individuals. The present study is based on the comparative analysis of perceived Loneliness among selfie addicts and non-selfie addicts youth of Punjab. In this study, 500 young adults of 19-21 years were surveyed by using Self-Structured Selfie Addiction Checklist and Loneliness Inventory. A complete list of all the districts falling under three cultural regions of Punjab, viz., Majha, Malwa and Doaba was prepared. For equal representation of the sample from all cultural regions, proportionate numbers of districts were selected in the ratio of approximately 1:1:3 from Majha, Doaba, and Malwa region respectively. Amritsar district from Majha and Jalandhar district from Doaba region and Ludhiana, Moga and Patiala from Malwa region were purposively selected. The colleges and universities were chosen randomly for data collection to complete the sample. Survey results indicated that non-significantly majority of young adults had medium level of loneliness irrespective of their addiction in Majha, Malwa, and Doaba region respectively. Moreover, significantly more number of non-addicts had high level of loneliness which highlights that addicts keep them engaged by clicking, editing and posting selfies on social media. Further, significantly higher number of addicted males in comparison to non-addict males, had medium level of loneliness whereas more number of addicted females were found in low level of loneliness which shows that addicted females feel less lonely and isolated as compared to addicted males. Pages: 538-542 Satinder Kaur and Deepika Vig (Department of Human Development and Family Studies, Punjab… Read more Get Access
Herbs Loaded with Psychoactive Molecules: A Potential Role to Cure Mental Disorders Pages: 543-549 Deepa Sharma1 and Rajender Kumar Sharma2 (Department of Applied Psychology, Sri Aurobindo College (E), University of Delhi, Delhi1 and Department of Botany, Deshbandhu College, University of Delhi, Delhi2) In the past few decades, interest in herbal medicines has been increased significantly, the reason includes, isolation, purification and identification of active principles, scientific validation of traditional uses, better compatibility of the natural molecules with human body, comparatively economical, fewer side effects, better presentation, packaging and advertisements. In the current manuscript, we presented more than 25 important medicinal herbs (Achillea millefolium, Bacopa monnieri , Cannabis Sativa, Centella asiatica, Crocus sativus, Datura stramonium Ginkgo biloba, Hyoscyamus niger, Humulus lupulus, Hypericum perforatum, Juniperous macropoda, Lavendula angustifolium, Mucuna pruriens, Papaver rhoeas, Passiflora incarnate, Physochlaina praealta, Piper methysticum, Rauvolfia serpentine Rhodiola rosea, Scutellaria lateriflora, Solanum nigrum, Tussilago farfara, Verbascum Thapsus, Valeriana officinalis, Withania somnifera & Ziziphus jujube) rich in psychoactive molecules, and having potential role to cure various psychiatric ailments including anxiety, obsessive-compulsive, post-traumatic stress, depression, bipolar maniac-depressive, seasonal affective disorder, psychotic, phobic disorders and Schizophrenia. Their traditional uses, psychological effects, active principles, validation of ethno-pharmacological effects are recorded and discussed. Additionally, photographs of the plant species will be helpful to know or easy identification of the plants. Pages: 543-549 Deepa Sharma1 and Rajender Kumar Sharma2 (Department of Applied Psychology, Sri Aurobindo College… Read more Get Access
A Case Study of Leprosy Affected People and Children in South-Delhi: Socially Excluded Community of the Society Pages: 550-553 Shama Norien Major (Department of TT & NFE (IASE), Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi) Leprosy is historically one of the most stigmatized diseases known to exist in human history. As per a 2013 report, India has the highest number of leprosy cases globally. Among all the new cases of leprosy reported from the world over, India, Brazil and Indonesia account for more than 80% of the 200,000 afflicted world-wide1. If the disease is left untreated, it can cause progressive and permanent damage to the skin, nerves, limbs, and eyes leading to disability. Towards the end of 2019, there are 178,3712 cases, which corresponds to 22.9 cases per million population. Leprosy as a disease has both medical as well as social connotations attached to it. People who get affected by leprosy are often socially ostracized and banished from society. Therefore, these people live in a self-established community to support one another. These communities are not only spatially segregated but are also socially excluded. Thus, the people living in these communities are at a social disadvantage and are economically marginalized. The present study is an exploratory qualitative study, using phenomenological approach. The sample of 60 adults and 70 children was selected through purposive sampling. Data is collected from the field using semi-structured interviews. Data is transcribed, coded, represented and analyzed thematically. The findings of the study provides insights not only into the social, cultural and political life experiences and everyday practices of people and children and also how the existenting social stigma creates and deepens the binaries and hierarchies existing in society. Pages: 550-553 Shama Norien Major (Department of TT & NFE (IASE), Jamia Millia Islamia, New… Read more Get Access
Online Therapy and its Effectiveness in the Treatment of Mental Disorders Pages: 554-560 Sajal Dhillon and Gobind Verma (Department of Applied Psychology, Guru Jambheshwar University of Science and Technology, Hisar, Haryana) The genesis and availability of internet based health services has metamorphosed the healthcare sector. Not only physical healthcare facilities but also mental health care is now accessible through a stable internet connectivity. The services of internet based programs with assistance of certified therapists through virtual reality, electronic mail, video conferencing, chat technology or any of these combinations (as per the demand of the situation) have emerged as a viable option to traditional in-clinic therapy sessions. Online therapy also exists as an additive to traditional face-to-face therapy. Treatments of anxiety and panic disorders, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) through online internet based platforms have posted their efficiency to the world at large. The times of COVID-19 further provided new challenges where internet based online therapy witnessed its establishment as the new standardized practice. The treatment of mental disorders via online therapy has been systematically reviewed in this paper. Pages: 554-560 Sajal Dhillon and Gobind Verma (Department of Applied Psychology, Guru Jambheshwar University of… Read more Get Access
Loneliness as a Predictor of Psychological Well-being: A Review Pages: 561-565 Smarika Dalal and Sandeep Singh (Department of Applied Psychology, Guru Jambheshwar University of Science and Technology, Hisar, Haryana) The present study aims to review the literature exploring the relationship between loneliness and psychological well-being. Loneliness has long been associated with reduced psychological well-being, across all strata of the population. Loneliness is quite common in general population and is not limited just to the older population. The effect of loneliness can be seen in various aspects of the life of people. Physical and psychological health is affected due to loneliness. Various studies have been conducted for discovering the link between the two variables but certain sections of the society have been less explored than the rest. The paper covers a significant number of studies conducted in this field. The aim of the paper is to bring together as many studies as possible and discuss the findings. The results of all the studies are coherent and point towards the necessity of designing interventions that help people to overcome social, emotional, and relational loneliness to improve their psychological well-being. Pages: 561-565 Smarika Dalal and Sandeep Singh (Department of Applied Psychology, Guru Jambheshwar University of… Read more Get Access
Psychological Benefit of Yoga: An Overview Pages: 566-568 Poonam Singh (Department of Psychology, Munshi Singh College, Motihari, Bihar) In today's scenario, yoga is essential to maintain a balance between human and its environment. It has not only physical benefits but also brings a balance between body, soul, and mind. In today's scenario, it has become very difficult to be happy due to a wide variety of responsibilities, lengthy working hours and hectic schedules. So it has become difficult to maintain a balance between personal and work life which consequently leads to health issues. By performing yoga, one can overcome these health issues. The present review is focused on throwing light on the relevance of yoga and exploring the psychological benefits associated with practising yoga. Paper has tried to explore the scientific-spiritual discipline of Yoga described in Indian Vedic literature like Rigved, Yajurved, Upanishads, Bhagavad Gita (Yoga-Shastra) and Ayurveda (yoga as health care system). Paper has also revealed psychological benefits of practising yoga like it helps the body to release helpful brain chemicals, reduces stress, overcome anxiety and depression, improves sleep, promote healthy lifestyle habits, makes individual cognitively aware, protect from damage of chronic inflammation, improve mood and helps to overcome from tragic past memories. Yoga is beneficial for patients as well as for normal individuals. Pages: 566-568 Poonam Singh (Department of Psychology, Munshi Singh College, Motihari, Bihar) Read more Get Access
Transcendental Meditation and Health-related Topics: A Meta-analysis of Newspaper Articles from 1959-2022 Pages: 274-293 Lee Fergusson (Education and the Environment, Maharishi Vedic Research Institute, Gold Coast, Australia and School of Education, University of Southern Queensland, Toowoomba, Australia) Tens of thousands of newspaper articles associated with practice of the Transcendental Meditation technique have been published throughout the world. However, it was not until the 1970s, when the first credible published research on the topic of health and Transcendental Meditation appeared in print, that the popular news media focused greater attention on it. The purpose of the present meta-analysis was to investigate this phenomenon. From two archives of a total of over 64,000 newspaper articles, 294 were identified as pertaining to Transcendental Meditation, health and well-being. These articles, never before the subject of analysis, originated in 13 countries from 1959 to 2022 and contained 31 topics related to health and well-being. In seven conceptual categories of health, using quantitative and qualitative techniques this study presents detailed evidence of topics and categories from these newspaper articles, leading to the conclusion that Transcendental Meditation results in improved general health and well-being. Pages: 274-293 Lee Fergusson (Education and the Environment, Maharishi Vedic Research Institute, Gold Coast, Australia… Read more Get Access
Psychological Challenges of Cyberspace: A Systematical Review of Meta-analysis Pages: 294-300 Mohammad Khalid Khawrin1 and Edgar Fidel Nderego2 (Department of Judgement and Prosecution, Kunduz University, Afghanistan, South Asia1, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, The Open University of Tanzania, Tanzania, East Africa2) Controlling the antisocial conduct of the younger generation requires a thorough understanding of the difficulties posed by psychological factors. Through this, the measurement for prevention and treatment lowers the unfavorable consequences of cyberspace. A scholarly paper that provides an overview of the psychological and behavioral challenges of virtual space does not exist. It is very important to highlight this new area for the younger generation's prevention. The PRISMA methodology was used for systematic reviews of meta-analysis. Data was collected from the Bielefeld Academic Search Engine (BASE). That had 2904 documents. Sixteen documents were selected with the PRISMA rules. The data was analyzed using At list version 9 and Excel software for portraying the diagrams. The study discovered some evidence of psychological difficulties in cyberspace, including issues with family, motivation, and culture. The study provided evidence that the creation of cultures online has unintended consequences. Behavior modification Users' actions are altering negatively. Cyberspace demonstrated that users became disengaged from their tasks. Although the internet diminishes its users' dignity, the most complex situation is cyber sickness, which is worsening the problems for the users. Cyberspace separates users from the real world and keeps them occupied with fictitious circumstances in the virtual world. It is highly suggested that researchers highlight the negative effects of cyberspace and its side effects. The side effects of cyberspace must have awareness among the users. Pages: 294-300 Mohammad Khalid Khawrin1 and Edgar Fidel Nderego2 (Department of Judgement and Prosecution, Kunduz… Read more Get Access
Prevalence of Depression, Anxiety and Stress among Mothers of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder in India during COVID-19 Pandemic Pages: 301-306 Liji Joseph1 and Clarissa F. Delariarte2 (Graduate School, University of Santo Tomas, España, Manila, Philippine1,2, and Far Eastern University, Manila, Philippine2, De La Salle University, Manila, Philippine2) Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurological disability that lasts a lifetime. Children with ASD (CASD) exhibit impairment in communication and social relations, as well as repetitive and restricted behavioral issues. CASD may have major challenges and show disruptive behaviors when their routines are altered, which may negatively influence the mental health of primary caregivers, particularly mothers. As part of the COVID-19 protocol, the closure of training facilities and schools, social isolation, and lack of support may interfere with the CASD's everyday activities, increase their caregivers' burden, and negatively impact their mental well-being and the development of the CASD. Mothers may experience psychological distress such as depression, anxiety, and stress since they do not know how to handle the problem without professional support, which is inaccessible due to pandemic protocol. This research designed to assess the psychological distress of mothers of CASD (MCASD) during the COVID-19 epidemic, in Kerala, India. The researchers used the DASS-21 scale to measure depression, anxiety, and stress in MCASD. One hundred MCASD who accompanied their children to autism training centers and special schools in Kerala were recruited using purposive sampling and employed a cross-sectional design. According to the current study findings, 89%, 83%, and 90% of mothers of children with ASD experience depression, anxiety, and stress, respectively. Our research shows that after several months from the COVID-19 pandemic breakout, mothers of children with ASD continue to experience severe psychological distress. Therefore, it is critical to pay special attention to these mothers' mental health and implement a viable intervention program to effectively face challenges and cope with stressors while caring for their children with ASD. Pages: 301-306 Liji Joseph1 and Clarissa F. Delariarte2 (Graduate School, University of Santo Tomas, España… Read more Get Access
Sleep Quality, Life Satisfaction, and Psychological Well-being in Indian College Students Pages: 307-316 Gulgoona Jamal (Department of Psychology, Zakir Husain Delhi College (University of Delhi), J. N. Marg, New Delhi) To examine the “sleep quality” and its relationship with “life satisfaction”, “psychological well-being”, and levels of “depression”, “anxiety”, and “stress” in Indian male and female college students. Method. The “sleep quality” of male (n = 72) and female (n = 77) college students with an age range of 18 to 25 years was measured with “Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index” (Buysse, Reynolds, Monk, Berman, & Kupfer, 1989). Based on the scores on PSQI, the final sample had 52 male and 63 female college students with poor “sleep quality”. The “life satisfaction”, “psychological well-being”, “depression”, “anxiety”, and “stress” of the final sample was assessed with the help of “Cantril's Self-anchoring Scale” (Cantril, 1965); “Psychological Well-being Scale” (Ryff, 1989); “Depression Anxiety and Stress Scale” (Lovibond & Lovibond, 1955) respectively. Poor “sleep quality” was significantly prevalent in both male and female college students, and they did not differ significantly from each other on poor “sleep quality”, “life satisfaction”, “PWB” and its domains, and levels of “depression”, “anxiety”, and “stress”. Poorer the “sleep quality” significantly lower was “life satisfaction”, and higher were “depression”, “anxiety”, and “stress” in both male and female college students. Further, only for male college students, poorer the “sleep quality”, significantly lower was the “PWB” and “positive relations with others.” Furthermore, while poor “sleep quality” accounted for maximum variance in PWB, followed by “depression”, “anxiety”, “life satisfaction”, “positive relations with others”, and “stress” for male college students, it accounted for maximum variance in “stress”, followed by “life satisfaction”, “anxiety”, and “depression” for female college students. The present study supports the existing research as a high percentage of both male and female college students showed poor sleep quality and poorer their “sleep quality”, lower was “life satisfaction” and “PWB”, and higher were “depression”, “anxiety”, and “stress”. However, poor “sleep quality” accounted for maximum variance in “PWB” for male college students, students, and maximum variance in “stress” for female college students. Since the previous studies have not reported sleep quality as a predictor of different variables in male and female young adults, hence, the present study provides an impetus for further research in this area. Pages: 307-316 Gulgoona Jamal (Department of Psychology, Zakir Husain Delhi College (University of Delhi), J… Read more Get Access
Psychosocial Protective Factors among Transwomen: A Qualitative Study Pages: 317-324 S. Gokilapriya and N. Annalakshmi (Department of Psychology, Bharathiar University, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu) The transgender community is one of the most stigmatized groups in society, and the community faces significant challenges with an elevated risk for psychosocial adaptation. Despite the risk factors, some of them are resilient and are able to flourish in their lives. The need to study and promote protective factors enables an individual to decrease or avoid the negative consequences linked with risk factors. The present study focuses on exploring and expanding the understanding of the protective factors that nurture resilience in transgenders. Using a semi-structured interview schedule, individual in-depth interviews were conducted with 12 transwomen from a mid-sized city in South India. Thematic analysis was used to analyse the interviews, which were recorded, transcribed, and coded. The themes namely, purposeful life, interpersonal skills, personal goals, acceptance of gender identity, positive coping strategies, social support, and positive health care that emerged from the interviews indicated the protective factors in the lives of transgenders. Protective factors play a critical role in nurturing health and well-being among this stigmatized transgender population. Future research should concentrate on interventions and training programs targeting the protective factors that are most relevant and important for this marginalized group that can help them to navigate through the risk factors faced by them in their lives. Pages: 317-324 S. Gokilapriya and N. Annalakshmi (Department of Psychology, Bharathiar University, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu) Read more Get Access
Exploring the Role of Social Connectedness and Health Anxiety in Predicting Psychological Well-being Pages: 325-329 Ezaz Shaikh1 and Pratika Petare2 (Department of Psychology, Radhabai Kale Mahila Mahavidyalaya, Ahmednagar, Maharashtra1, and Department of Psychology, Karmaveer Bhaurao Patil College, (Autonomous), Vashi, Mumbai, Maharashtra2) Due to COVID-19 pandemic, social distancing was taken as one of the precautionary measures in India. Uncertainty about signs and symptoms, modes of transmission, and lack of definite treatment of COVID-19 has put the overall health of people in India at risk. This study aimed at exploring the role of connectedness, affiliation, and companionship factors of social connectedness and health anxiety in predicting psychological well-being and its components. This study was carried out on 317 Indian adults recruited through a convenience sampling method from July 2020 to November 2020. Hypotheses were tested using linear regression methods. Companionship had predicted 1.9% and 7.7% of the variance in autonomy and environmental mastery, respectively. Affiliation had predicted a 6.7% variance in personal growth. Connectedness and companionship explained 26.8% variance of positive relationships with others and 16.1% of self-acceptance. Health anxiety predicted 6.3%, 6.8%, 6.7%, 8.3%, and 9% variance of autonomy, environmental mastery, personal growth, positive relationship with others, and self-acceptance, respectively. 'Connectedness' and 'companionship' were the significant predictors of 'positive relationships with others' and 'self-acceptance'. 'Companionship' predicted 'autonomy' and 'environmental mastery', whereas 'personal growth' was predicted by 'affiliation'. Except for the purpose of life, health anxiety had predicted all domains of psychological well-being. Pages: 325-329 Ezaz Shaikh1 and Pratika Petare2 (Department of Psychology, Radhabai Kale Mahila Mahavidyalaya, Ahmednagar… Read more Get Access
Social Exclusion and Well-being among Migrant Labourers in the Towns of Ludhiana and Kharar Pages: 330-334 Kulwinder Kaur and Moniva Sarkar (Department of Sociology, Panjab University, Chandigarh) This study explored the patterns of social exclusion and well-being of the inter-state migrant workers at the place of destination. The data was collected from the migrant workers of Ludhiana and Kharar working in non-agriculture sectors. A sample of 40 workers was collected to understand the nature of social exclusion and the well-being of the migrant workers. The survey method consisted of a set of specific questions were used to explore the relationship between exclusion and well-being of the migrant workers. Pages: 330-334 Kulwinder Kaur and Moniva Sarkar (Department of Sociology, Panjab University, Chandigarh) Read more Get Access
Social Stigma and Self: A Psycho-social Study of People with Visual Impairment Pages: 335-342 Purva Tekkar1 and Sujit Ram Tripathi2 (School of Human Ecology, Tata Institute of Social Sciences, Mumbai, Maharashtra1, and Department of Applied Psychology, University of Delhi, Delhi2) Stigmatization of persons with disabilities has been an adverse reality existing across societies for centuries. In recent years, the Government of India and other non-governmental organizations have attempted to alleviate the negative connotation attached to the disability through various schemes and reservations. The present study has made an effort to explore the social stigmatization of people with visual impairment and its relationship with the constructs of self. The research examined social stigma, self-concept, self-esteem, self-efficacy, life orientation, and hope of 30 visually disabled persons living in Delhi-NCR. Data was analysed and the results revealed that the self-concept, self-esteem, self-efficacy, and hope of the participants were found to be moderately positive with a lower level of life orientation. The stigma of disability was found to have a negative significant correlation with the constructs of self, thus indicating that despite the efforts to sensitize the general public and help the people with a disability gain their rightful status in society, this population is possibly still struggling with the prejudice and discrimination due to their condition which is causing a negative impact on the development of how they perceive themselves. An inclusive approach for diverse categories at a systemic level is strongly needed at both policy and individual levels in the country to help the target group find their place and gain rightful equity. Pages: 335-342 Purva Tekkar1 and Sujit Ram Tripathi2 (School of Human Ecology, Tata Institute of… Read more Get Access
Nudging Health: Making ‘One More Round’ Work for People on Ground Pages: 343-347 Umesh L. Bharte and Jinal Shah (Department of Applied Psychology, University of Mumbai, Maharashtra) The very interface of economics and psychological science is to amend the neoclassical economic theorizing and to demonstrate the ways individuals make real-life choices. The agenda of behavioral economics, thus, oftentimes goes beyond mere normative standards of economic man to include descriptive and prescriptive canons as well while explaining and predicting human conduct. Nudging people and helping them to make optimal choices has been one of the promising lines of inquiry in recent times. Nudging has been fruitfully employed to make individuals engage in desirable behaviors, physical exercise being one of them, which is otherwise not possible or difficult. Walking, if not physical exercise, proves to be an economically accessible solution for everyone to an array of health issues like cardiovascular diseases or obesity. Building on the previous body of research, the present study aims at examining the effect of nudge on people going for a morning walk in the garden. More precisely, we predicted that nudging would increase the number of rounds an individual takes in the ground. A field experiment with a repeated-measures design is conducted on people living in Mumbai city (N = 38) to test this prediction. Results indicate a significant effect of nudging on the number of rounds taken by people. A discussion of theoretical and practical implications of the study is followed by suggestions for future research. Pages: 343-347 Umesh L. Bharte and Jinal Shah (Department of Applied Psychology, University of Mumbai… Read more Get Access
Application of Logotherapeutic Intervention for Enhancing Mental Health Across Various Conditions: A Review Pages: 348-351 Liji Joseph and Clarissa F. Delariarte(Department of Psychology, Graduate School, University of Santo Tomas, España, Manila, Philippines) Logotherapy is a practical approach that promotes mental health by focusing on the innate desire to discover the meaning and purpose of life even amid adverse life events. The perspective of logotherapy holds the idea that humans can endure meta-pain and lead meaningful lives. When the afflicted find the meaning and purpose of their lives, they are given the potential to live fully and the freedom to find happiness. An analysis of the various literature on logotherapy led us to the conclusion that logotherapy is an effective psychotherapy for a variety of physical, mental, and psychosocial problems. In addition, logotherapy compensates for the shortcomings of other third-wave therapies by emphasizing meaning and purpose in life. Pages: 348-351 Liji Joseph and Clarissa F. Delariarte(Department of Psychology, Graduate School, University of Santo… Read more Get Access
A Comparative Study of Physical, Mental, Psychological Stress among Elderly Household Female Population in India and Nepal Pages: 352-355 Rajkumari Meena1, Satyendra Kumar Thakur2, and Prabhat Kumar Mishra3 (Department of Psychology, University of Delhi, Delhi1, Department of Psychology, Zakir Hussian Delhi College University of Delhi, Delhi2, and Department of Educational Psychology and Foundations of Education, NCERT New Delhi3) The present study examined the physical, mental, psychological stress among elderly household female population in India and Nepal. In this research Random sampling technique was used. 50-50 elderly household female population selected randomly from both countries India and Nepal. All 100 elderly household female participants completed her questionnaire of five domain of Adult Stress-o-Meter V (1). Descriptive Statistics was used for statistical analysis. In India74% household female was emotionally disturbed but manageable, 18% (moderate level), 2% (severe) and 6% was emotionally normal. In Nepal 78% household female emotionally disturbed but manageable, 12% emotionally normal and 10% moderate level. Pages: 352-355 Rajkumari Meena1, Satyendra Kumar Thakur2, and Prabhat Kumar Mishra3 (Department of Psychology, University… Read more Get Access
Aesthetics for Mental Health: An Experimental Approach Pages: 356-359 Sagar Vidwans and Amruta Punjabi (Department of Psychology, MIT ADT University, Pune, Maharashtra) The Pandemic effect is still on and the world is in the phase of recovery. Every sector on the earth got affected by this disaster and every field has its own challenges. Educational institutions and students are also not exception to that. Online education was a provision definitely not a replacement. Staying away from college, friends and teachers, new ways to learn and assess, lack of social and cultural activities certainly posted challenges in student's life. Of Course, mental health was a concern (Faisal et al., 2022). Flourishing is an innovative way to look at mental health. Most of the individuals are stuck in the middle, they are not either high on the happiness quotient nor are they depressed or anxious. The present experimental study was conducted on college-going (Undergraduate students) N=35 experimental and N= 32 control group. Total ten days of art-based intervention were implemented (duration of 2 hrs.). Pre-test and Post-test were calculated on mental health Continuum Short Form. It was found that art-based activities improved the mental health of the experimental group significantly. Experimental and control groups showed significant differences in gain scores of eudemonic (t=2.58; p<0.01), psychological well-being (t=2.93; p<0.01) and total mental health (t=3.63; p<0.01). Future research possibilities in the field of aesthetics and psychotherapy were discussed. Pages: 356-359 Sagar Vidwans and Amruta Punjabi (Department of Psychology, MIT ADT University, Pune, Maharashtra) Read more Get Access
Effects of Metacognitions on Positive Ideation and Negative Suicide Ideation Pages: 360-366 Varsha Pandey and Arun Kumar Jaiswal (Department of Psychology, Faculty of Social Sciences, Mahatma Gandhi Kashi Vidyapith, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh) The current study examined how men's and women's positive thoughts and negative suicidal thoughts were affected by metacognitions. 300 men and women from Chowk and nearby neighbourhoods of Varanasi city of Uttar Pradesh, India, made up the sample. The participants were individually administered Hindi versions of Metacognitions Questionnaire and Positive and Negative Suicide Inventory. Low and high scorer participants (men & women) were defined as those scoring below and up to the 25th percentile and above the 75th percentile on the facets of metacognitions, respectively. By using a 2 × 2 ANOVA (2 genders × 2 levels of facets of metacognitions), the effects of levels (low & high) of metacognitions on measures of PANSI (positive ideation & negative suicide ideation) were examined. The effects of levels (low & high) of facets of metacognitions on measures of PANSI (positive ideation & negative suicide ideation) were analysed by applying 2 × 2 ANOVA (2 genders × 2 levels of facets of metacognitions). Results revealed significant main effects of gender on positive ideation with respect to positive beliefs, cognitive confidence, uncontrollability and danger, and MCQ-H, and on negative suicide ideation with respect to positive beliefs, SPR and MCQ-H Total, and significant main effects of levels of positive beliefs, uncontrollability and danger, SPR on positive ideation, and levels of positive beliefs, cognitive confidence, uncontrollability and danger, MCQ-H Total facets metacognitions on negative suicide ideation; and significant interaction effects of 'Gender × levels of positive beliefs on positive ideation, and significant interaction effects of Gender × levels of positive beliefs, SPR and MCQ-H Total on negative suicide ideation. These results indicated that men as compared to women displayed significantly higher positive ideation and lower negative suicide ideation, and high as compared to low levels of facets of metacognitions caused significantly higher negative suicide ideation and lesser positive ideation. Analysis of significant interaction effects indicated that high than low levels of facets of metacognitions significantly enhanced negative suicide ideation and lowered positive ideation in women than in men. Pages: 360-366 Varsha Pandey and Arun Kumar Jaiswal (Department of Psychology, Faculty of Social Sciences… Read more Get Access
Utilization and Extent of Utilization of OASA by Women Beneficiaries Pages: 367-371 Preeti and Beena Yadav (Department of Extension Education and Communication Management, CCS HAU, Hisar, Haryana) In the present study utilization pattern of OASA pension amount and its extent of utilization, control over utilization and satisfaction of utilization is presented. It means on what the respondent spent her pension money mostly and if she is satisfied with the utilization pattern or not. The study was piloted in Hisar and Rohtak division of Haryana state. Frequency, percentage and weighted mean score were calculated. In results we can conclude that majority of the elderly women/ beneficiaries always utilized the OASA money s for meeting health and food needs and extent of use was also high for health and food. Majority of the beneficiaries had their cash and passbook and more than half were satisfied with the utilization of pension amount. Pages: 367-371 Preeti and Beena Yadav (Department of Extension Education and Communication Management, CCS HAU… Read more Get Access
Low-intensity Aerobic Exercises during COVID-19 Pandemic in Children with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy: A Home based Study Pages: 372-375 D. Anandan1, V. Anand2, R. Arunachalam3, and B. Arun4 (Department of Physiotherapy, Madhav University, Rajasthan, PGP College of Physiotherapy, Namakkal, Tamil Nadu1, Department of Physiotherapy, Madhav University, Rajasthan2,3, and Department of Physiotherapy, Government District Headquarters Hospital, Erode, Tamil Nadu4) Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) is a rare genetic disorder that affects about 0.8 million Indian children. The incidence rate of 1:3500 male births is the most common form of all muscular dystrophies. Covid-19 pandemic cause profound devastation to the lives of DMD children. The muscles are weaker in DMD, and the children are more prone to lung infections. Coronavirus (COVID-19) is a severe lung infection that disturbs the entire function of the World. DMD already has weakness in major muscles, including the respiratory. So, the study aims to identify the effect of low-intensity aerobic exercises in children with DMD. This is a home-based pilot study with 11 DMD children and wheelchair dependent since, for ten years, they have been on continuous rehabilitation and monitoring. When the pandemic was declared in India in March 2020, all children were given clear notes on the disease and its severity to the parents. Self-created quarantine exercise protocol, which includes Limb exercises, breathing exercises, trunk mobility exercises, and positioning, was taught along with a logbook given to all the children. Video calls, and WhatsApp videos, were used to monitor them regularly. The physiotherapist made a personal visit in June 2020 to review the exercises, and subsequently on Aug 20, Oct 20, Dec 20, Feb 21, and May 21. Observations are detailed here. The infection rate was 3 out of 9, and they got admitted to the hospital for other illnesses. All the children noted Flu infection but recovered within ten days without hospitalization. The parents monitored their SPo2 and temperature and updated them in the logbook. A lung function test was done using a handheld incentive spirometer during the personnel visit by the therapist and found satisfactory. The study concluded a significant improvement in the DMD children following low-intensity and quarantine exercises. Pages: 372-375 D. Anandan1, V. Anand2, R. Arunachalam3, and B. Arun4 (Department of Physiotherapy, Madhav… Read more Get Access
Psychosocial Interventions in Management of Wandering Behaviours among Persons Living with Dementia Pages: 376-379 K. N. Anu, A. Thirumoorthy, Sojan Antony, P. T. Sivakumar, and Cicil R. Vasanthra (Department of Psychiatric Social Work, National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences, Bangalore, Karnataka) The article aims to describe the nature of wandering behaviour and how it causes burden on caregivers of persons living with dementia. Psychosocial Interventions largely focus on understanding the needs of affected individuals and their families to facilitate low-cost care for preventing and managing wandering behaviours. Similarly, few internationally accepted guidelines are reviewed and the authors briefly summarize the practical tips from those models of care to help caregivers to prevent wandering behaviours. Though modern technology has been applied in dementia care, in low-middle-income countries like India, professionals are still looking forward to applying such technology for reducing the caregiver burden. Hence, it is an opportunity for Geriatric Professionals to explore further how these technological and social care advancements can be used to frame tailor-made interventions. Pages: 376-379 K. N. Anu, A. Thirumoorthy, Sojan Antony, P. T. Sivakumar, and Cicil R… Read more Get Access

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