A Cross-sectional Study to Test Mediation Model of Psychological Adjustment in Relationship Between Social Support and Mental Health
Amish,
Vinod Kumar Gupta,
Reeta Chauhan,
Ankita Singh,
Alok Pratap Singh
Issue:
Volume 10, Issue 5, September 2021
Pages:
101-109
Received:
4 September 2021
Accepted:
24 September 2021
Published:
29 September 2021
Abstract: Since the outbreak of the Novel Corona virus Disease (COVID-19) many countries have resorted to lockdown to cope up with this situation including India. The lockdown has come at the cost of the economic health of Country and its cascading impact on all sections of the society. COVID-19 has not only caused depression and trauma in individuals, pressure of maintaining physical distance and confinement to their homes has caused uncertainty, anxiety and mental health problems. Amid the rising coronavirus pandemic problems surge across the country, many states of India have imposed restrictions and lockdown. This pandemic has affected the various aspects of human life and individuals are still facing post Covid-19 complications including stress, hopelessness, mental health problems and demotivating oneself. Lockdown and corona curfew have affected the normal life of human beings and it has been imposed to control the spreading of pandemic. This study is conducted to test the mediating role of psychological adjustment in social support-mental health relationship. Using a survey-based methodology and online questionnaires responses were obtained from 390 participants (N=390) of India. Cross-sectional correlational research design and snowball sampling method were used in this study. Obtained data was analyzed by using correlational, hierarchical regression analysis and mediation analysis by Hayes (PROCESS macro). Results of correlational analysis indicate that psychological adjustment and social support were found to be significantly positively correlated with mental health. Results of hierarchical regression analysis supports the obtained results of correlational analysis. Regression based approach; PROCESS macro was used to test the mediating role of psychological adjustment based on proposed mediation model. The results of mediation analysis revealed indirect effect of social support on mental health psychological adjustment. Psychological adjustment significantly partially mediated the social support-mental health relationship. The Findings from this study will provide empirical evidence for direct and indirect relationship among study variables. The results suggest that effective strategies primarily focusing on social support that are still needed to increase its effect on mental health through better psychological adjustment. The present study will be useful in policy making during such pandemics situations. Study limitations and future research were also discussed.
Abstract: Since the outbreak of the Novel Corona virus Disease (COVID-19) many countries have resorted to lockdown to cope up with this situation including India. The lockdown has come at the cost of the economic health of Country and its cascading impact on all sections of the society. COVID-19 has not only caused depression and trauma in individuals, press...
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Providing the Opportunity to Learn: Unpacking the Role of Mindsets and Leadership in Broadening Participation in STEM at HBCUs
Afiya Fredericks,
Kimarie Engerman,
Camille McKayle McKayle
Issue:
Volume 10, Issue 5, September 2021
Pages:
110-119
Received:
11 September 2021
Accepted:
5 October 2021
Published:
12 October 2021
Abstract: Current racial disparities in STEM degree attainment threaten America’s ability to be globally competitive. As the need for a more diverse STEM workforce persists, faculty leadership at many Historically Black Universities and Colleges (HBCUs) continue to support, nurture and prepare the next generation of diverse scientists to meet the demands of the 21st century. However, messages of Black student intellectual inferiority are salient in society, perpetuated by widespread emphasis on the achievement gap and low representation in STEM. Believing that intelligence can be developed through effective effort, resources and support—growth mindset—has been found to support positive student outcomes and to mitigate the negative effects of stereotypes leading to increased achievement, particularly for Black students. To date, mindsets have not been examined through the lens of Critical Race Theory (CRT) and the four frames of academic leadership. Therefore, this qualitative study examines the experiences of 13 students and 17 faculty members at 4 HBCUs and their perspectives on their STEM programs. The analysis of focus group data suggests that student fixed mindsets may deter students from persisting as STEM majors while faculty growth mindset and support, which fall within the human resources frame of leadership, can help to mitigate those effects. Implications for HBCU leaders are discussed.
Abstract: Current racial disparities in STEM degree attainment threaten America’s ability to be globally competitive. As the need for a more diverse STEM workforce persists, faculty leadership at many Historically Black Universities and Colleges (HBCUs) continue to support, nurture and prepare the next generation of diverse scientists to meet the demands of ...
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Level of Seeking Marital Counseling Among Married in Siaya County (Kenya)
Rosemary Judith Akoth Odhiambo,
Catherine Mumiukha,
George Makori
Issue:
Volume 10, Issue 5, September 2021
Pages:
120-127
Received:
23 August 2021
Accepted:
3 September 2021
Published:
30 October 2021
Abstract: Counseling in marriage is aimed at enhancing social cohesion, values, behaviour and beliefs. However, counseling in many African societies remains superficial. The purpose of this study was to establish the level of seeking marital counseling among fishers in Siaya County of Kenya. The purpose of this study was to establish the level of seeking marital counseling among fishers in Siaya County of Kenya. The study used Mixed Methods Research, with a Convergent Mixed Research Design. The population comprised 10370 registered married fishers in the main landing sites of Siaya County from where a sample size of 99 married fisher were selected. Data was collected using interview schedule for married fishers. Most fishers sought marital counseling for serious problems which also varied according to age, length of marriage, type of marriage and parenting status. The study recommends couple’s marital counseling be put in place to help the fishers experience marital stability. The study also recommends marital counseling should be enhanced and done at integrated level to procure solutions to marital problems.
Abstract: Counseling in marriage is aimed at enhancing social cohesion, values, behaviour and beliefs. However, counseling in many African societies remains superficial. The purpose of this study was to establish the level of seeking marital counseling among fishers in Siaya County of Kenya. The purpose of this study was to establish the level of seeking mar...
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