Human Sexuality Research & Journals Beyond Words: Developing a Scale to Measure the Embodied Professional Literacy of K-12 Physical Education Teachers May 17, 2026 Lina Irawan In a significant advancement for the field of physical education, researchers have developed and psychometrically validated a novel scale designed to assess the "embodied professional literacy" of K-12 physical education…
Human Sexuality Research & Journals Psychometric Properties and Measurement Invariance of the Turkish Version of the Multidimensional Cognitive Attentional Syndrome Scale May 15, 2026 Lina Irawan A significant advancement in the understanding and treatment of psychological disorders has been the development of Metacognitive Therapy (MCT). At its core, MCT targets dysfunctional metacognitive beliefs and self-regulatory processes,…
Human Sexuality Research & Journals Psychometric Properties of the Japanese Parenting Style Scale (JPSS) Between Mothers and Fathers in West Java, Indonesia May 14, 2026 Lina Irawan A recent study has rigorously evaluated the psychometric properties of the Indonesian version of the Japanese Parenting Style Scale (JPSS), shedding light on its suitability for assessing parenting styles among…
Human Sexuality Research & Journals Silenced departures: psychometric evaluation of the quiet firing scale among nurses in general hospitals May 13, 2026 Lina Irawan Intensifying geopolitical and organizational pressures have amplified psychosocial risks in healthcare, particularly in the context of persistent nursing shortages. These conditions can enable covert managerial behaviors such as quiet firing,…
Psychology & Intimacy GLP-1 Medications Show Promising Links to Improved Mental Health Outcomes in Large-Scale Study May 10, 2026 Rebecca Shoemaker New research indicates that glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists, a class of drugs widely used for managing type 2 diabetes and obesity, may also offer significant benefits for mental well-being.…
Human Sexuality Research & Journals Employee Ambidextrous Job Crafting in Organizations: Theoretical Model, Scale Development, and Dual-Path Effects Mechanisms May 3, 2026 Lina Irawan The evolving landscape of the modern workplace, characterized by increasing uncertainty and complexity, necessitates a deeper understanding of how employees proactively shape their roles to enhance engagement and mitigate negative…
Human Sexuality Research & Journals Interformat equivalence between paper and electronic administrations of the self-assessment anhedonia scale in a substance use disorder clinical sample May 2, 2026 Lina Irawan The increasing reliance on digital tools in healthcare and research necessitates a thorough understanding of their psychometric properties. A recent study published in Frontiers in Psychology has rigorously evaluated the…
Human Sexuality Research & Journals It takes a community to hope: development and validation of the HOPE-4 scale in an Arab-Islamic context. April 20, 2026 Lina Irawan A groundbreaking study has introduced a new, culturally sensitive measure of hope, the HOPE-4 scale, designed to better capture the nuances of this crucial psychological construct within Arab-Islamic societies. Developed…
Psychology & Intimacy Exercise is a Potent Tool for Mental Well-being, New Large-Scale Review Reveals April 16, 2026 Rebecca Shoemaker A comprehensive umbrella review and data synthesis, published in the prestigious British Journal of Sports Medicine, has illuminated the profound impact of physical activity on mental health, particularly in combating…
Human Sexuality Research & Journals Development and Application of a Scale for Older Patients’ Perceived Ageist Behavior of Medical Staff in China April 14, 2026 Lina Irawan The accelerating global aging trend presents a significant public health challenge, with China facing a particularly severe demographic shift. By the close of 2024, over 23% of China’s population is…
