Laughter and humour for personal development: A systematic scoping review of the evidence
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DOI: 10.1016/j.eujim.2020.101144
Abstract: Abstract Introduction The accessibility of laughter and humour make them attractive choices for self-care, and integrative medicine. There is a growing body of literature, but both fields are fragmented and the overall evidence has not… read more here.
Keywords: medicine; laughter humour; review; personal development ... See more keywords
Co-designing with high-performance athletes and stakeholders: The AHEAD intervention for personal development
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DOI: 10.1080/10413200.2024.2395257
Abstract: Abstract The overall purpose of this study was to describe the development of a personal development intervention for high-performance sport. More specifically, the primary objective of the study was to present the results of the… read more here.
Keywords: personal development; high performance; psychology; intervention ... See more keywords
E-portfolios and personal development: a higher educational perspective
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DOI: 10.1108/jarhe-05-2016-0035
Abstract: Purpose The purpose of this paper is to investigate the attitudes of staff and students towards adopting the use of e-portfolios for the purposes of supporting the concept of personal development planning (PDP). The study… read more here.
Keywords: research; personal development; portfolios personal; higher education ... See more keywords
Backpacker Personal Development, Generalized Self-Efficacy, and Self-Esteem: Testing a Structural Model
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DOI: 10.1177/0047287518768457
Abstract: Guided by self-determination theory (SDT), this study aims to advance the theoretical understanding of backpacker personal development (BPD) by examining its relationships with two important social-psychological constructs, that is, generalized self-efficacy (GSE) and self-esteem (SE).… read more here.
Keywords: personal development; self efficacy; backpacker personal; generalized self ... See more keywords
Better personal development and a better world
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DOI: 10.1177/0141076819830228
Abstract: It is easy to fall into a narrow view of personal development. We either create our own development plans or often do no more than consult our manager. But personal development was never meant to… read more here.
Keywords: medicine; personal development; better world; health ... See more keywords
The influence of language proficiency, acculturation stress, and institutional support in enhancing personal development of international students in China
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DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0315040
Abstract: This study highlights the significance of understanding how diversity experiences and innovative learning environments contribute to the personal development of international students in Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) in Shaanxi, China. Despite existing studies, there remains… read more here.
Keywords: language; language proficiency; international students; personal development ... See more keywords
Influence of leadership empowering behavior on employee innovation behavior: The moderating effect of personal development support
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DOI: 10.3389/fpsyg.2022.1022377
Abstract: The main purpose of this study is to explore the influence of leadership empowering behavior (personal development support, participative decision making and delegation of authority) and thriving at work (vigor, learning) on employee innovation behavior… read more here.
Keywords: development support; innovation behavior; personal development;
Leading people at different stages of personal development: an actionable framework for practitioners balancing emotional support and growth for a conscious future
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DOI: 10.3389/fpsyg.2025.1636798
Abstract: Leadership is no longer just about directing tasks or achieving short-term goals. It is about navigating complexity, fostering growth, and addressing the human dimension of work in an era of constant change. Today’s leaders are… read more here.
Keywords: personal development; emotional support; leadership; growth ... See more keywords
Postgraduate Year Two Medical Residents’ Awareness of Personal Development as a Physician during the Management of Inpatients: A Qualitative Study
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DOI: 10.3390/healthcare12161621
Abstract: Clinical experiences, helping relationships, and reflection are key factors for personal development for physicians. However, few studies have shown which experiences are important for personal growth and how medical residents specifically use their experiences for… read more here.
Keywords: year two; personal development; medical residents; postgraduate year ... See more keywords
Personal development in the virtuality; online activities for individual and group growth
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DOI: 10.4995/head17.2017.5494
Abstract: This paper has been developed from the experience in the KA2 Erasmus+ Strategic Partnership project “education on the way: Introducing technology-enhanced informal learning” with reference 2015-1-ES01-KA204-016354 www.ed-way.eu read more here.
Keywords: personal development; development virtuality; online activities; individual group ... See more keywords