Acceptance and Commitment Training (ACT) as a Positive Psychological Intervention: A Systematic Review and Initial Meta-analysis Regarding ACT’s Role in Well-Being Promotion Among University Students
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DOI: 10.1007/s10902-018-0027-7
Abstract: This paper (a) makes the argument for conceiving Acceptance and Commitment Training (ACT), when applied to the enhancement of well-being, as a positive psychological intervention, and (b) supports this view by reviewing evidence for ACT’s… read more here.
Keywords: commitment training; act; acceptance commitment; psychological intervention ... See more keywords
Exploring the Effects of Positive Psychological Strengths on Psychological Adjustment in Adolescents
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DOI: 10.1007/s12187-018-9589-5
Abstract: The present study reported an exploration of the association between covitality constructs and psychological adjustment– subjective wellbeing, academic achievement, and internalizing and externalizing behavior problems– in adolescents. Participants of the study comprised of 547 adolescents,… read more here.
Keywords: higher levels; adjustment; psychological adjustment; positive psychological ... See more keywords
An evaluation of a positive psychological intervention to reduce burnout among nurses.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.apnu.2019.08.004
Abstract: This quasi-experimental study aimed to evaluate the positive psychological intervention of recording three good things on alleviating nurses' burnout. Eighty-seven nurses with burnout were recruited. Nurses in the study group recorded three good things using… read more here.
Keywords: three good; positive psychological; psychological intervention; nurses burnout ... See more keywords
Positive psychological traits are associated with dietary behavior during the COVID-19 lockdown in a general population-based study.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.appet.2021.105507
Abstract: s Appetite xxx (xxxx) indicated that interoceptive awareness was correlated with mindfulness; high trait SR predicted PS which was mediated by mindful eating. High scores on MEQ disinhibition (knowing when to stop eating) correlated with… read more here.
Keywords: dietary behavior; traits associated; psychological traits; associated dietary ... See more keywords
The impact of treatment for head and neck cancer on positive psychological change within a year of completing treatment.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ijom.2017.07.023
Abstract: Head and neck cancer carries a high level of morbidity and mortality. So why could anyone find having such a disease a positive event? The adversity hypothesis of "what doesn't kill you makes you stronger"… read more here.
Keywords: neck cancer; change; treatment; positive psychological ... See more keywords
Positive Psychological Assessment and Early-Stage Dementia
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DOI: 10.1080/07317115.2017.1305032
Abstract: ABSTRACT Objectives: There are no known positive psychological (PP) measures adapted/validated for use with people in the early stages of dementia. Objectives were to: (1) develop/pilot an accessible protocol for administering PP measures in this… read more here.
Keywords: people early; positive psychological; stage dementia; early stage ... See more keywords
Relationships between psychological capital, job satisfaction, and organizational commitment in the Saudi oil and petrochemical industries
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DOI: 10.1080/10911359.2017.1279098
Abstract: ABSTRACT During the past decade, Saudi Arabia experienced a significant social, economic, and organizational change. The rapid economic growth created a need for seasoned management professionals and necessitated the development of human capital. Psychological capital,… read more here.
Keywords: capital; psychological capital; job satisfaction; positive psychological ... See more keywords
Path analysis of the effect of positive psychological capital on health-promoting lifestyle in patients with COPD after pulmonary rehabilitation: An observational study
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DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000039204
Abstract: To investigate the effect of positive psychological capital on the health-promoting lifestyle of patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and the intermediary effects of life satisfaction and learned helplessness. A total of 482 patients… read more here.
Keywords: psychological capital; promoting lifestyle; positive psychological; health promoting ... See more keywords
Positive Psychological Change Following a Cancer Diagnosis in Old Age: A Mixed-Methods Study.
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DOI: 10.1097/ncc.0000000000000766
Abstract: BACKGROUND Despite the stress inherent in a cancer diagnosis, many cancer survivors report benefits, including perceptions of personal growth and well-being. Among adults 60 years or older, for whom cancer diagnoses are most prevalent, there… read more here.
Keywords: growth well; positive psychological; mixed methods; cancer ... See more keywords
Efficacy of Auricular Acupressure Combined With Positive Psychological Techniques on Sleep Quality in Cancer Patients Undergoing Radiotherapy: A Randomized Controlled Trial.
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DOI: 10.1097/ncc.0000000000001436
Abstract: BACKGROUND Auricular acupressure (AA) and positive psychological intervention (PPI) are promising sleep improvement methods. OBJECTIVE To assess and compare the efficacies of combined intervention (CI [AA + PPI]), AA, and PPI in sleep quality enhancement… read more here.
Keywords: quality; cancer; positive psychological; auricular acupressure ... See more keywords
Positive psychological correlates of successful weight maintenance in Australia
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DOI: 10.1111/cp.12073
Abstract: Background Weight loss maintenance is a complex and an enduring problem. A substantial amount of research and subsequent treatments have been based on behavioural and medical interventions with limited success. Much less is known regarding… read more here.
Keywords: successful weight; maintenance; non maintainers; psychological correlates ... See more keywords