Human Sexuality Research & Journals Links between psychological distress, late chronotype, and impaired sleep quality in survivors of sexual assault September 23, 2026 Lina Irawan Sleep disturbances represent one of the most stubborn and distressing long-term consequences for individuals who have experienced sexual assault. While researchers have long established a clear connection between sexual trauma…
Human Sexuality Research & Journals Academic involution behavior, perceived academic involution climate, and English learning intention among college students: the indirect role of psychological distress September 22, 2026 Lina Irawan In contemporary higher education, the pursuit of academic excellence has increasingly mutated into a hyper-competitive phenomenon known as academic involution, or neijuan. Characterized by an escalating cycle where students continuously…
Human Sexuality Research & Journals Association between exposure to a PERMA model-based positive psychology intervention and levels of psychological distress and compliance behaviors in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus: a quasi-experimental study May 6, 2026 Lina Irawan A recent quasi-experimental study conducted at the Renmin Hospital of Wuhan University has demonstrated the significant positive impact of a PERMA model-based positive psychology intervention on individuals diagnosed with type…
Human Sexuality Research & Journals Concurrent changes in psychological distress and pain thresholds following brief mindfulness: an exploratory phenotyping study of chronic pain May 3, 2026 Lina Irawan Chronic pain, a pervasive and debilitating condition affecting an estimated 15-20% of the global adult population, significantly diminishes quality of life, impedes daily functioning, and escalates healthcare utilization. This complex…
Human Sexuality Research & Journals Prenatal Maternal Psychological Distress and the Risk of Autism Spectrum Disorders in Offspring: Results From a Meta-Analysis of Observational Studies April 20, 2026 Lina Irawan A comprehensive meta-analysis of 22 observational studies has revealed a significant association between psychological distress experienced by mothers during pregnancy and an increased likelihood of their offspring developing Autism Spectrum…
Human Sexuality Research & Journals Psychological Distress in Victims of Intimate Partner Violence: The Buffering Effect of Post-Traumatic Growth and Metacognitive Abilities April 8, 2026 Lina Irawan Intimate partner violence (IPV) remains a pervasive and devastating public health crisis, leaving a trail of severe psychological consequences for survivors. While the immediate aftermath often involves significant distress, including…
Human Sexuality Research & Journals Self-esteem and existential distress among patients with advanced cancer: mediation by a sense of control and meaning in life April 1, 2026 Lina Irawan Patients grappling with advanced cancer often face profound psychological challenges, with existential distress (ED) emerging as a significant component of their suffering. This distress stems from confronting mortality, potential loss…
