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Applying an adapted theory of planned behavior to visiting art exhibitions
Publication . Duarte, António M.; Konstantinidi, Niki P.; Rocha, Teresa A.
The objective was to test the applicability of an adapted form of the Theory of Planned Behavior (TPB) to the behavior of visiting art exhibitions. A sample responded to a questionnaire on intention and behavior to visit art exhibitions, and on attitudes, subjective social norms, perceived behavioral control and motives related to such behavior. After an exploratory principal components analysis and a reliability analysis, a path analysis was used to test the previewed model. Responses to an additional open question on motives were subjected to thematic analysis. Results partially confirmed the application of TPB to visiting art exhibitions, with subjective social norms, perceived behavioral control and motives with an indirect significant effect on behavior mediated by intention. Subjective social norm had also a significant effect on behavior, while a gap was found between the latter and intention. Furthermore, a variety of motives for visiting art exhibitions were identified. Results help to understand and suggest ways to reduce the mentioned gap and increase the behavior of visiting art exhibitions, considering its potential for personal development and quality of life
Construction and validation of a Questionnaire on Kinky and BDSM Fantasies and Activities in Portuguese Adults
Publication . Vilhena, Inês; Martins, Margarida; Cardoso, Daniel; Duarte, Eva
Sexual practices considered unconventional, including kinky and BDSM dynamics, are integrated within the diversity of human sexuality. However, studies often use ad hoc instruments and/or depend on the self-identification of participants, leading to inconsistent results. Therefore, the present work aimed to fill
these gaps through the development and validation of the Kinky and BDSM Fantasies and Activities Inventory (Inventário de Fantasias e Atividades kinky e BDSM; IFAKBDSM). This instrument was developed
based on the adaptation of two preexisting instruments and in response to discussions with psychologists and researchers experienced in this area, as well as individuals with kinky practices. Study 1 involved an Exploratory Factor Analysis with 260 Portuguese adults (18–72 years; M = 29), and Study 2 comprised a Confirmatory Factor Analysis with 515 Portuguese adults (18–79 years; M = 30). The preliminary factorial analysis identified four factors consistent with the literature: Domination and Sadism, Submission and Masochism, Voyeurism and Exhibitionism, and Fetishism. The second study confirmed this structure with satisfactory factor weights and fit indices and presented good internal consistency. The final version of
the IFAKBDSM comprises two sections: the first one includes 28 items that assess seven dimensions organized into the four aforementioned factors; and the second section encompasses 38 items that focus
on kinky practices. Globally, the instrument presented satisfactory psychometric results, proving to be a reliable tool for studying kinky and BDSM practices in Portuguese adults.
Intervention mediated by the arts with a group of institutionalized young Angolan females
Publication . Tavares, Andressa; Miranda, Mariana; Gonzalez, António-José; Miranda, Mariana
Sub-Saharan Africa faces immense challenges at various levels, including in mental health. We aim to understand the effectiveness of an arts-based intervention with particularly vulnerable populations. In this quasi-experimental study, with pre and post-tests, and non-randomized experimental and control groups, we describe an intervention with institutionalized female adolescents from Angola and report changes in anxiety and depression levels, and on their subjective experiences.Quantitative data shows that the post-test anxiety and depression levels of experimental group participants were lower than all the other groups/moments. Qualitative data shows: (1) that participantsexperienced personal growth, understood in terms of self-cceptance, responsibility and self confidence; hope, expressed by the desire to continue developing skills and to live a purposeful life; and a greater interconnectedness with the broader system of the reception center; (2) an increase in focus, dynamism and spontaneity, results that are seldom reported in the literature.This study reflects the importance of offering arts-based programs for adolescents from vulnerable backgrounds, namely residents of institutional care units and that this programs should be guided bythe principles of freedom of expression and non-judgement.
The impact of morning meditation and sleep quality on affective and health outcomes in healthcare workers
Publication . Junça-Silva, Ana; Kulyk, Marisa; Caetano, António
Background: Health is a critical factor influencing key workplace outcomes, including job attitudes, behaviors, and performance. This study investigated the role of daily micro-breaks, specifically morning meditation practices, and positive affective experiences (i.e., positive affect) at work in predicting health-related outcomes, namely vitality and mental health. Using a non-experimental design, this study tested a moderated mediation model in which sleep quality moderates the relationship between morning meditation and positive affect, which, in turn, predicts end-of-the-day health-related outcomes. Methodology: Data were collected twice a day from 44 healthcare employees over five consecutive workdays using a daily survey approach. Key Results: Multilevel modeling analyses revealed that morning meditation was significantly associated with increased positive affect and improved health indicators at the end of the workday. Moreover, sleep quality moderated the relationship between morning meditation and positive affect, such that the conditional indirect effect of meditation on end-of-day mental health and vitality via positive affect was significant when sleep quality from the preceding night was poor. Conclusions: These findings underscore the interactive effect of prior-night sleep quality and morning meditation on affective and health-related outcomes by the end of the day. By identifying sleep quality as a key boundary condition, we contribute to a more nuanced understanding of when meditation is most beneficial. Our findings have significant implications for both research and practice, particularly in high-stress environments such as healthcare, where optimizing employee well-being is crucial for both individual and organizational performance.
Perceiving a depressive target: Infrahumanization at emotional and culture levels.
Publication . Silva, Diogo C. da; Martins, Ana C.; Garcia-Marques, Teresa
Abstract: Background: Health is a critical factor influencing key workplace outcomes,
including job attitudes, behaviors, and performance. This study investigated the role
of daily micro-breaks, specifically morning meditation practices, and positive affective
experiences (i.e., positive affect) at work in predicting health-related outcomes, namely
vitality and mental health. Using a non-experimental design, this study tested a moderated
mediation model in which sleep quality moderates the relationship between morning meditation
and positive affect, which, in turn, predicts end-of-the-day health-related outcomes.
Methodology: Data were collected twice a day from 44 healthcare employees over five
consecutive workdays using a daily survey approach. Key Results: Multilevel modeling
analyses revealed that morning meditation was significantly associated with increased
positive affect and improved health indicators at the end of the workday. Moreover, sleep
quality moderated the relationship between morning meditation and positive affect, such
that the conditional indirect effect of meditation on end-of-day mental health and vitality
via positive affect was significant when sleep quality from the preceding night was poor.
Conclusions: These findings underscore the interactive effect of prior-night sleep quality
and morning meditation on affective and health-related outcomes by the end of the day. By
identifying sleep quality as a key boundary condition, we contribute to a more nuanced
understanding of when meditation is most beneficial. Our findings have significant implications
for both research and practice, particularly in high-stress environments such
as healthcare, where optimizing employee well-being is crucial for both individual and
organizational performance.