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(https://ifp.nyu.edu/2023/journal-article-abstracts/bin-1968/) Assessment and treatment of problem behavior occasioned by variable‐sequence transitions for children with autism
Sep 20th 2023, 14:41

Abstract
Transitions from one daily activity to the next can occasion problem behavior (e.g., aggression). Inspired by clinical descriptions of children with autism, we compared the effects of fixed-sequence and variable-sequence transitions on problem behavior using a multiple baseline across participant design. In the fixed-sequence condition, participants were exposed to the same sequence of activities. In the variable-sequence condition, the sequence of activities was varied semi-randomly. Results showed that transition-related problem behavior was more likely to occur in the variable-sequence condition. Advance notice of the upcoming transition, in the form of auditory and visual cues, was effective at reducing transition-related problem behavior in the variable-sequence condition for two participants. Results are discussed in light of the effect of uncertainty of outcomes, and suggestions for future cross-disciplinary research are provided.
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(https://ifp.nyu.edu/2023/journal-article-abstracts/eip-13454/) Psychotic‐like experiences and multimorbid psychopathology: The relationship between the 16‐item prodromal questionnaire and DSM‐IV classifications in a help‐seeking population
Sep 20th 2023, 13:43

Abstract
Aim
Identifying multimorbid psychopathology is necessary to offer more adequate treatment and ultimately reduce the prevalence of persistent mental illnesses. Psychotic symptoms are increasingly seen as a transdiagnostic indicator of multimorbidity, severity and complexity of non-psychotic psychopathology. This study aims to investigate whether psychotic-like experiences and subclinical psychotic symptoms as measured by the 16-item Prodromal Questionnaire are also associated with multimorbid psychopathology.
Methods
Participants were help-seeking individuals from outpatient mental healthcare settings and intensive home-treatment teams, aged 17–35. Assessment included the 16-item Prodromal Questionnaire to measure psychotic-like experiences, the Structured Clinical Interview for DSM-IV Axis I, and three sections of the Structured Clinical Interview for DSM-IV Axis II Disorders to determine DSM-IV-TR classifications. The final sample comprised of 160 participants who scored above a cutoff of 6 items on the 16-item Prodromal Questionnaire (HIGH-score) and 60 participants who scored below cutoff (LOW-score). A Poisson Regression was executed to determine the association between the PQ-16 and DSM-IV-TR classifications.
Results
The HIGH-score group had a mean of 2.76 multimorbid disorders (range 0–7), while the LOW-score group had a mean of 1.45 disorders (range 0–3). Participants with four to seven disorders scored high on the 16-item Prodromal Questionnaire.
Conclusions
Our results suggest that psychotic-like experiences are associated with multimorbidity and severity of psychopathology. Screening for psychotic-like experiences via the PQ-16 in a help-seeking population may help prevent under-diagnosis and under-treatment of comorbid psychopathology.
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(https://ifp.nyu.edu/2023/grey-literature/north-americas-summer-of-wildfire-smoke-2023-was-only-the-beginning/) North America’s summer of wildfire smoke: 2023 was only the beginning
Sep 20th 2023, 12:29

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(https://ifp.nyu.edu/2023/open-access-journal-articles/whos-accountable-low-value-care-received-by-medicare-beneficiaries-outside-of-their-attributed-health-systems/) Who’s Accountable? Low-Value Care Received By Medicare Beneficiaries Outside Of Their Attributed Health Systems
Sep 20th 2023, 12:23

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(https://ifp.nyu.edu/2023/journal-article-abstracts/imhj-22081/) Enhancing early parenting in the community: Preliminary results from a learning collaborative approach to scale up Attachment and Biobehavioral Catch‐up
Sep 20th 2023, 12:12

Abstract
Attachment and Biobehavioral Catch-up (ABC) is a promising home-visiting intervention promoting sensitive caregiving and secure parent–child attachment in families with young children. The goal of this study was to examine a learning collaborative approach to disseminating ABC in a community setting. Training outcomes (e.g., trainee completion, satisfaction, effectiveness of training methods) and intervention outcomes (e.g., parent behavior, parent beliefs, child socioemotional development) were examined. Eighteen practitioners participated in the ABC learning collaborative; 13 completed training. Quantitative and qualitative measures indicated that trainees were satisfied with their experience and valued the unique collaboration opportunities offered by the learning collaborative. In addition, trainees served 67 families in the community, 37 of whom completed all sessions of ABC. The study was conducted in the United States. Racial demographics of the children in the sample included: 56.7% White, 22.4% Black/African–American, 17.9% Bi- or Multi-racial, and 3.0% unknown. Regarding ethnicity, 80.6% were Non-Hispanic/Latino, 10.4% were Hispanic/Latino, and 9.0% were unknown. Caregivers who completed ABC showed more sensitive parenting behavior and reported positive changes in their perceived self-efficacy and their beliefs around infant crying. Children who received ABC showed increased socioemotional functioning. Results demonstrate successful dissemination of ABC in the community using a learning collaborative approach.
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(https://ifp.nyu.edu/2023/video/ncb-60th-northern-ireland/) NCB 60th Northern Ireland
Sep 20th 2023, 11:59

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(https://ifp.nyu.edu/2023/journal-article-abstracts/1354067x231191489/) Neurodivergent culture and embodied knowledge beyond neoliberal identity politics
Sep 20th 2023, 11:14

Culture &Psychology, Ahead of Print. The neurodiversity movement has influenced the way people think about mental health and disability around the world. Emerging during the turn of the 21st century, it has simultaneously incorporated ideas from mainstream science and challenged the authority of scientists and clinical professionals as the sole arbiters of what those diagnosed with neurodevelopmental disorders are capable of. In the process, it has spawned a unique approach to identity politics, evoking questions about the body, mind, and culture too often ignored in critiques commonly directed at it. This paper combines concepts from posthumanist, feminist, and queer theorists with writings from neurodiversity scholars and activists to highlight how differences in embodied disposition are policed under neoliberal capitalism. This sets a foundation for a nuanced understanding of neurodivergent identity as an expression of neurodiversity culture. Drawing on Karen Barad’s agential realism, neurodivergence is construed as a form of agency produced through processes of disidentification with mainstream cultural norms rather than identification with a particular social category. It is suggested that any critique of the neurodiversity movement should account for how those who participate in it use its language to distance themselves from neoliberal institutional norms and engender community through a counterculture of embodied knowledge.
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(https://ifp.nyu.edu/2023/journal-article-abstracts/inm-13214/) Psilocybin‐assisted psychotherapy for treatment‐resistant depression: Which psychotherapy?
Sep 20th 2023, 10:56

Abstract
This perspective paper explores the choice of psychotherapy for psilocybin-assisted psychotherapy for treatment-resistant depression. There is evidence to support the use of some psychotherapies in treating ‘treatment-resistant’ depression, and emerging evidence for the efficacy of psilocybin. The next step which is the focus of this paper is to identify psychotherapies that are both effective and congruent with the psilocybin experience. The evidence for the efficacy of the psychotherapies is drawn from a Cochrane review and the analysis of their congruence with the psilocybin experience is drawn from a qualitative meta-synthesis of the experience of psilocybin. The paper will examine whether three one-to-one psychotherapies identified as effective in the treatment of treatment-resistant depression are compatible with the psilocybin experience. Each psychotherapy will be examined in relation to its congruence with the qualitative evidence that suggests the choice of psychotherapy needs to give priority to the subjective experience, facilitate emotional processing, support connectedness with others, acceptance of the self as emotional and support change based on the person’s insights into their relationships with others and the world in which they live. We conclude that interpersonal psychotherapy and intensive short-term dynamic psychotherapy align with that experience, although others are currently being trialled.
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(https://ifp.nyu.edu/2023/meta-analyses-systematic-reviews/pon-6205/) Fear of cancer recurrence and mental health: A comprehensive meta‐analysis
Sep 20th 2023, 10:48

Abstract
Objective
This study aimed to examine the relationship between fear of cancer recurrence (FCR) and symptoms of anxiety, depression, and emotional distress in cancer survivors. Additionally, potential effect modifiers of this link were investigated.
Methods
A systematic search was conducted in PsychInfo, PubMed/Medline, Web of Science, and the Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials until June 2022. Studies reporting the association between FCR and mental health indices in adolescent and young adult survivors (15–39 years) and adult survivors (>18 years) were included. Study quality was assessed using the Joanna Briggs Institute checklist for cross-sectional studies.
Results
A total of 72 primary studies with 31,740 participants were identified, with the majority having a low risk of bias. The results revealed a significant association between FCR and depression, anxiety, and emotional distress. This association was observed whether FCR was examined in relation to each factor individually or collectively. The effect sizes fell within the medium range. Notably, the relationship between FCR and mental health strengthened over the years of publication. Additionally, lengthier FCR assessment instruments yielded larger effect sizes compared to shorter and single-item instruments, underscoring the significance of instrument selection.
Conclusions
This meta-analysis provides further evidence that FCR is linked to a range of common mental health problems. The medium effect sizes observed indicate the need to consider FCR when evaluating the mental health of cancer survivors, and vice versa. Further research is required to elucidate the underlying mechanisms of the FCR-mental health link.
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(https://ifp.nyu.edu/2023/guidelines-plus/67346/) New Action Plans to guide us towards a violence-free future for women and children
Sep 20th 2023, 10:43

16 August 2023
Women’s safety is a national priority and the Australian Government is providing the focus and national leadership needed to deliver change.
Today we release the First Action Plan, Outcomes Framework and for the first time, and in genuine partnership with the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Advisory Council on family, domestic and sexual violence – a dedicated Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Action Plan.
The Action Plans outline the specific actions that will contribute to achieving the outcomes of the National Plan to End Violence against Women and Children 2022–2032 (National Plan). They outline government initiatives aimed at preventing, addressing, and responding to violence against women and children.
The purpose of the Outcomes Framework is to show where we want to be in 10 years.
We have a vision – to end gender-based violence in one generation. It’s ambitious, but not impossible.
To learn more visit: www.dss.gov.au/ending-violence
If you or someone you knows needs support regarding domestic, family or sexual violence, you can also visit 1800respect.org.au/ or call 1800RESPECT (1800 737 732). This service is free, confidential and operates 24 hours a day.
Feeling worried or no good? No shame, no judgement, safe place to yarn. Speak to a 13YARN Crisis Supporter, call 13 92 76. This service is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
If you are concerned about your behaviour or use of violence, you can contact the Men’s Referral Service on 1300 766 491 or visit www.ntv.org.au.
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(https://ifp.nyu.edu/2023/podcasts/public-workers-in-service-of-america-a-reader/) Public Workers in Service of America: A Reader
Sep 20th 2023, 10:37

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(https://ifp.nyu.edu/2023/journal-article-abstracts/jcpp-13880/) Report from a randomized control trial: improved alignment between circadian biology and sleep–wake behavior as a mechanism of depression symptom improvement in evening‐type adolescents with depressive symptoms
Sep 20th 2023, 10:14

Study objectives
An evening circadian preference is common among adolescents. It is characterized by a behavioral predilection for later sleep and wake timing and is associated with higher rates of Major Depressive Disorder (MDD). The present study aims to (a) test the effectiveness of a cognitive behavioral sleep intervention (Transdiagnostic Sleep and Circadian Intervention; TranS-C) in a sample of adolescents with an evening circadian preference and clinically significant depressive symptoms and (b) evaluate improved alignment between circadian biology and sleep–wake behavior as a potential mechanism in the relationship between sleep and depression symptom improvement.
Methods
Adolescents with an evening circadian preference and clinically significant depressive symptoms were randomized to receive TranS-C (n = 24) or a psychoeducation condition (PE; n = 18). Alignment between circadian biology and sleep–wake behavior was measured using objective biological measurement. Measures of sleep and circadian rhythm were taken at pre- and posttreatment, and depression symptoms were measured at pre- and posttreatment and 6- and 12-month follow-up.
Results
Mixed effects modeling revealed that compared with an active control condition, TranS-C resulted in a significant reduction in MDD severity at 12-month follow-up. A MacArthur mediation analysis conducted to explore alignment between circadian biology and sleep–wake behavior as a mediator of depression severity reduction through 12-month follow-up revealed a significant interaction between change in alignment between circadian biology and sleep–wake behavior and treatment arm, indicating that improved alignment between circadian biology and sleep–wake behavior at posttreatment was associated with improvements in depression outcomes at 12-month follow-up under the treatment condition.
Conclusions
These results provide novel evidence for improved alignment between circadian biology and sleep–wake behavior as a specific mechanism of depression improvement, provide key clues into the complex relationship between sleep and depression, and have significant clinical implications for adolescents with depression.
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(https://ifp.nyu.edu/2023/meta-analyses-systematic-reviews/s13643-023-02309-y/) Data visualisation in scoping reviews and evidence maps on health topics: a cross-sectional analysis
Sep 20th 2023, 10:08

Scoping reviews and evidence maps are forms of evidence synthesis that aim to map the available literature on a topic and are well-suited to visual presentation of results. A range of data visualisation method…
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(https://ifp.nyu.edu/2023/journal-article-abstracts/14767503231195928/) Action Researching for Transformations is Anti Patriarchy Work
Sep 20th 2023, 09:56

Action Research, Ahead of Print. 
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(https://ifp.nyu.edu/2023/journal-article-abstracts/17423953231192131/) Effects of the discharge plan on the caregiving load of people with chronic disease: Quasi-experimental study
Sep 20th 2023, 09:23

Chronic Illness, Ahead of Print. Hospitalization due to non-transmissible chronic disease (NTCD) affects people and health institutions negatively. Healthcare systems need integral strategies to minimize this impact. ObjectiveTo determine the effect of an anticipated care plan, structured around hospital discharge (PC-AH-US), regarding the caregiving load of people with NTCD residing in Colombia, 2019–2021.MethodThis is a quasi-experimental study with pre- and post-intervention measurements. It includes 1170 participants who represented 585 chronic disease patient–caregiver pairs. We compared the PC-AH-US intervention, to the regular intervention.ResultsThe PC-AH-US intervention group showed better results in all dimensions when compared to the regular intervention group: Awareness 8.7 (SD: 0.7) and 6.8 (SD: 1.7); Acknowledgement of their unique conditions 11.3 (SD: 1.0) and 9.4 (SD: 1.8); Capacity to fulfill care tasks 8.8 (SD: 0.7) and 7.5 (SD: 1.5); Wellbeing 11.4 (SD: 0.90) and 8.87 (SD: 2.3); Anticipation 5.88 (SD: 0.4) and 4.7 (SD: 1.1) and Support Network 11.4 (SD: 0.8) and 9.9 (SD: 2.5).ConclusionThe PC-AH-US intervention group showed a statistically significant decrease in the caregiving load for people with NTCD (p < 00). There were no significant institutional differences in readmissions or deaths. The PC-AH-US intervention backs institutional policies meant to care for people with NTCD.
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(https://ifp.nyu.edu/2023/open-access-journal-articles/s40359-023-01287-z/) Moral disengagement, self-control and callous-unemotional traits as predictors of cyberbullying: a moderated mediation model
Sep 20th 2023, 08:42

Cyberbullying has become more prevalent, more difficult to detect, and more harmful to the victims. Whereas considerable prior work has investigated predictors and consequences of cyberbullying, additional res…
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(https://ifp.nyu.edu/2023/journal-article-abstracts/02692163231188155/) International consensus on occupational therapy interventions for people with palliative care needs: A European Association for Palliative Care Group Concept Mapping study
Sep 20th 2023, 08:18

Palliative Medicine, Ahead of Print. Background:While evidence shows that occupational therapists can play a key role in the care of people with palliative care needs, more knowledge about effective occupational therapy interventions for this group is needed.Aim:To identify, organise and prioritise intervention components considered to be effective within occupational therapy for people with palliative care needs from the perspective of occupational therapy clinicians, managers and researchers.Design:Group Concept Mapping utilising a mixed methods participatory approach. Using a focus prompt, participants brainstormed, sorted, labelled and rated generated statements about effective occupational therapy intervention components. Multidimensional scaling analysis and cluster analysis were conducted.Setting/Participants:Snowball recruitment was used to recruit participants. Participants included occupational therapists worldwide who were able to read and write in English and were working as clinicians, managers and/or researchers with occupational therapy interventions for people with palliative care needs.Results:Seventy-two occupational therapists from 15 countries participated in the study representing Asia (n = 3, 20%), Europe (n = 8, 53%), Oceania (n = 2, 13%) and North America (n = 2, 13%). A total of 117 statements were identified and organised into five clusters: (1) being client-centred, (2) promoting occupational engagement to optimise quality of life, (3) involving the social and relational environment, (4) enabling occupations and (5) facilitating occupational adaptation.Conclusions:Five clusters of core occupational therapy intervention components were considered to be effective when supporting people with palliative care needs. Research should use this knowledge to inform future occupational therapy interventions for this group of people.
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(https://ifp.nyu.edu/2023/journal-article-abstracts/02645505231191455/) Comment piece: The inspection of Offender Management in Custody – new resettlement policy, same old problems
Sep 20th 2023, 07:16

Probation Journal, Ahead of Print. Two inspection reports regarding the latest resettlement policy – Offender Management in Custody – have recently been published (HM Probation Inspectorate and HM Prison Inspectorate, 2022; HM Inspectorate of Probation, 2023). This comment piece provides a brief analysis of these inspection reports, which demonstrates how Offender Management in Custody is undermined by five issues: a fixed and fragmented model of delivery; poor identification of needs and service provision; poor quality keywork; understaffing in prisons and probation; and finally, poor communication between prison and probation practitioners. This comment piece then places these failures into context, asserting that there has been a longstanding ‘common thread’ of issues that has undermined past resettlement policies and that these have permeated through to Offender Management in Custody. This commentary concludes by suggesting a possible way forward with the Offender Management in Custody model, noting that no resettlement policy will be successful unless the staffing crisis in prisons and probation is resolved, and the practitioners responsible for Offender Management in Custody are provided with sufficient time and resources to provide quality resettlement support.
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(https://ifp.nyu.edu/2023/journal-article-abstracts/09713336231180961/) The Democratic Citizen, Political Plasticity and National Development: A Psychological Perspective
Sep 20th 2023, 06:16

Psychology and Developing Societies, Ahead of Print. The global context in which national development is taking place has changed in important ways, including widening and entrenched inequalities, deglobalisation, weakened democracies, more aggressive dictatorships and the rise of authoritarian strongmen in many countries. Within this changed context, we examine the central role of the democratic citizen and political plasticity in national development. Our arguments are supported by reference to empirical psychological studies, as well as applied challenges in national development. We identify the 10 most important psychological characteristics of the democratic citizen. Achieving these characteristics requires change, which we discuss through the concept of political plasticity, how fast, in what ways, and how much political behaviour can (and cannot) be changed. We point out that in some domains political plasticity is very low and changes extremely slowly. We identify a narrative approach as the best path for nurturing democratic citizens, building on the narrative story-telling tradition that is already indigenous to many non-Western societies. The incorporation of a narrative tradition to strengthen democratic citizenship does not require expensive technology or other material resources.
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(https://ifp.nyu.edu/2023/journal-article-abstracts/17579139231187492/) Regulatory mechanisms to create healthier environments: planning appeals and hot food takeaways in England
Sep 20th 2023, 05:08

Perspectives in Public Health, Ahead of Print. Aims:To explore existing regulatory mechanisms to restrict hot food takeaway (HFT) outlets through further understanding processes at local and national levels.Methods:The Planning Appeals Portal was utilised to identify recent HFT appeal cases across England between December 2016 and March 2020. Eight case study sites were identified using a purposive sampling technique and interviews carried out with 12 professionals involved in planning and health to explore perceptions of and including factors that may impact on the HFT appeal process. Additionally, documents applicable to each case were analysed and a survey completed by seven Local Authority (LA) health professionals. To confirm findings, interpretation meetings were conducted with participants and a wider group of planning and public health professionals, including a representative from the Planning Inspectorate.Results:Eight case study sites were identified, and 12 interviews conducted. Participants perceived that LAs would be better able to work on HFT appeal cases if professionals had a good understanding of the planning process/the application of local planning policy and supplementary planning documents; adequate time and capacity to deal with appeals cases; access to accurate, robust, and up to date information; support and commitment from elected members and senior management; good lines of communication with local groups/communities interested in the appeal; information and resources that are accessible and easy to interpret across professional groups.Conclusions:Communication across professional groups appeared to be a key factor in successfully defending decisions. Understanding the impact of takeaway outlets on health and communities in the long term was also important. To create a more robust appeals case and facilitate responsiveness, professionals involved in an appeal should know where to locate current records and statistical data. The enthusiasm of staff and support from senior management/elected officials will play a significant role in driving these agendas forward.
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(https://ifp.nyu.edu/2023/journal-article-abstracts/02692163231191545/) Motor neurone disease: A point-prevalence study of patient reported symptom prevalence, severity and palliative care needs
Sep 20th 2023, 04:14

Palliative Medicine, Ahead of Print. Background:Motor neurone disease is a rare but debilitating illness with incomplete evidence regarding patients’ symptom burden. Palliative care and generalist clinicians are often in-experienced in caring for these patients and assessing their needs.Aim:To identify the symptom prevalence and severity experienced by patients with motor neurone disease. Secondary objectives were to examine differences in symptom burden and clusters according to phenotype, functional status, palliative care provision and those in their last months of life.Design:A point prevalence study assessing patient-reported symptoms using a modified IPOS-Neuro assessment tool, incorporating 41 symptom items.Setting/participants:Patients with motor neurone disease attending the State-wide Progressive Neurological Disease Service or inpatient unit at Calvary Health Care Bethlehem, Melbourne Australia, from March to December 2021.Results:A total of 102 patients participated, the majority diagnosed with lumber-onset (30.4%), bulbar-onset (28.4%) and cervical-onset (25.5%) phenotypes. Patients experienced a median of 17 symptoms (range 2–32) with a median of 3 symptoms rated as severe/overwhelming (range 0–13). Motor and functional symptoms predominated, with differences in symptom clusters present according to phenotype. Patients had a higher number of severe/overwhelming symptoms if they were accessing palliative care services (p = 0.005), in their last 6 months of life (p = 0.003) and experiencing moderate or severe functional impairment (p < 0.001).Conclusions:Patients with motor neurone disease report high symptom burden. A validated motor neurone disease-specific symptom assessment tool is needed to accurately assess patients, including important variations in symptom clusters according to phenotype. Further research must focus on evidence-based treatment guidelines for symptoms experienced commonly and severely.
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(https://ifp.nyu.edu/2023/grey-literature/as-they-move-child-and-youth-experiences-of-migration-displacement-and-return-in-afghanistan/) As they move: Child and Youth Experiences of Migration, Displacement and Return in Afghanistan
Sep 20th 2023, 03:43

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(https://ifp.nyu.edu/2023/open-access-journal-articles/s40359-023-01273-5/) Attachment style and post-bariatric surgery health behaviours: the mediating role of self-esteem and health self-efficacy
Sep 20th 2023, 03:42

Attachment avoidance and anxiety have been linked to overweight and poor health behaviours, yet the mechanisms that underpin the relationship between attachment and health behaviours are not fully understood. …
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(https://ifp.nyu.edu/2023/journal-article-abstracts/09713336231178367/) COVID-19 Pandemic and Positive Ageing
Sep 20th 2023, 03:16

Psychology and Developing Societies, Ahead of Print. Given the havoc of the worldwide coronavirus disease-2019 (COVID-19) pandemic on the older population, this article outlines a positive ageing framework for understanding and assuaging the havoc. Positive ageing follows the dual ageing ethics of living positively for self (maintaining health and functional independence) and for the betterment of others (other individuals and society at large). However, it suffers from the pandemic because the pandemic exacerbates ageism, impedes vaccine uptake and erodes social networks that have been an important resource and source of human connectedness and support for elders. The suffering thus amplifies the havoc of the pandemic on elders’ physical, psychological and social health. Preventing that suffering and advancing positive ageing, possibly by cultivating social networks and through social reforms to harness the silver demographic dividend of older workers for post-pandemic national recovery, are advisable, considering extant and emerging research evidence.
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(https://ifp.nyu.edu/2023/journal-article-abstracts/s1040260823000382/) Stratified pathways to Italy’s “latest-late” transition to adulthood
Sep 20th 2023, 01:52

Publication date: September 2023
Source: Advances in Life Course Research, Volume 57
Author(s): Luca Badolato
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(https://ifp.nyu.edu/2023/journal-article-abstracts/imig-13175/) Rethinking interculturalism, deconstructing discrimination in Italian schools
Sep 20th 2023, 01:19

Abstract
Despite the public favour gained in Europe, interculturalism is often reduced to its theoretical abstractions or local implementations. There is scarce evidence to suggest that interculturalism mitigates the systemic discrimination of immigrant-origin people. Looking at the Italian case, the paper analyses the coexistence of interculturalism and discrimination into multicultural schools, examining school track choices for immigrant-origin students under the lens of interculturalism. We combine three theoretical perspectives—discrimination at micro level, critical interculturalism and school choice as a process—with an empirical analysis of qualitative data, focussing on the ambivalent relational mechanisms underneath the most discriminatory turning point in the Italian education system, the transition to upper secondary school. Different forms of student–teacher interaction, approaches to school track choice and discriminatory effects are highlighted in the research findings. Three different scenarios of interculturalism are identified and implemented through the negotiation of the school actors. Rethinking interculturalism by deconstructing discrimination appears as a collective task, to be undertaken together with teachers and students with immigrant background: intercultural policy guidelines must be combined with bottom-up actions.
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(https://ifp.nyu.edu/2023/journal-article-abstracts/09713336231178366/) Theory and Application in Personality Science: The Case of Social-cognitive Theory
Sep 20th 2023, 01:16

Psychology and Developing Societies, Ahead of Print. This article reviews the development of theoretical concepts and applications of basic findings in personality psychology. It does so primarily by focusing on social-cognitive theories of personality structure and functioning. These include the foundational theories of Bandura and Mischel and the subsequent KAPA model of Cervone. Three central themes in social-cognitive conceptions are identified: (a) a focus on individuals rather than on summaries of individual differences in the population, (b) attention to causal mechanisms underlying action and experience and (c) the study of persons in context, including attention to psychological processes through which people assign meaning to diverse settings and life challenges. These emphases facilitate applications, as is illustrated by a review of applied efforts in developing societies that capitalise on principles of social-cognitive theory, including assessments guided by the KAPA model.
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(https://ifp.nyu.edu/2023/monographs-edited-collections/the-visual-memory-of-protest-2/) The Visual Memory of Protest
Sep 20th 2023, 01:12

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(https://ifp.nyu.edu/2023/journal-article-abstracts/09713336231178368/) The Search for Some General Psychological Principles for Improving Intercultural Living in Plural Societies
Sep 20th 2023, 00:16

Psychology and Developing Societies, Ahead of Print. The dramatic increase of intercultural encounters that have resulted from international migration and globalisation has presented challenges for societies, their institutions and their residents. The assumption is usually made that most culturally plural societies and their members seek to engage in positive encounters, rather than having conflictual ones. There are many factors (political, economic and historical) that can promote or limit the attainment of this goal of positive intercultural relations. Beyond these societal-level factors, another set of factors are psychological; these are based on the presence of some shared underlying psychological processes that enable mutual understanding and acceptance. For over 50 years, I have searched for some of these shared psychological principles, guided by some assertions contained in the Canadian policy of multiculturalism. These assertions are the promotion of: feelings of security in a group’s and a person’s place in the society; the presence of social contacts that are mutually respectful; and the existence of multiple identities and ways of living in the diverse population. This article reviews the evidence for these principles, using data from Canadian and international studies. I conclude that this psychological research has provided support for these general principles that are derived from public policy. As a result, they are ripe for possible use in many plural societies now seeking ways to manage and improve their intercultural relations. The journey has been from policy to research, and back to policy formulation and implementation.
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(https://ifp.nyu.edu/2023/grey-literature/state-of-the-climate-in-africa-2022/) State of the Climate in Africa 2022
Sep 19th 2023, 23:58

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