IJRISS - Volume 10, Issue 17
Articles
A Study of the Relationship Between Social Support and Professional Identity among Preservice Preschool Teachers
Authors: Zhu Lin, Azlina Bt. Mohd Kosnin, Xu Yue
Abstract: Professional identity is a key factor in shaping preservice teachers’ career choices and long-term engagement with the profession. For preservice preschool teachers, developing a solid professional ...
The Relationship Between Big Five Personality Traits and Love Styles among Undergraduate Students in Malaysian Private Universities (IPTS) in Kedah
Authors: Siti Nursyahirah Nazrol, Nurul Huda Ishak
Abstract: This study investigates the relationship between Big Five personality traits and love styles among undergraduate students enrolled in private higher education institutions (IPTS) in Kedah, Malaysia. A...
Navigating the Dilemma of Making Ethical Decisions: A Descriptive Qualitative Study
Authors: Elimelie P. Ates
Abstract: This qualitative study used a descriptive design to navigate the dilemmas encountered by the Public Junior High School Teachers in Davao City Division when making ethical decisions. The participants c...
Panglimbasog Taliwala Sa Kasakit: Coping Strategies of Cebuano Suicide-Bereaved Siblings
Authors: Barrit, Charity Mae C, Lambayan, Joy Lyn G., Sasaban, Danne T, Rhea Jane L. Caynila
Abstract: Behind every loss to suicide lay a story left unfinished—and for siblings, the silence that followed often became too heavy to bear. This study explored the coping strategies along with support syst...
Impact of Compulsive Smartphone Usage on Academic Functioning of Adolescents
Authors: Shruti Verma, Dinesh Nagar
Abstract: The objective of the present study was to examine the relationship between Compulsive Smartphone Usage (CSU) and Academic Functioning among adolescents, framed within Self Determination Theory. A tota...
Exploring How Cultural Narratives Shape Recovery: Insights from Substance-Induced Psychosis Outpatients in Harare, Zimbabwe.
Authors: Isabel Taizivei Kanhenga
Abstract: Substance-Induced psychosis (SIP) imposes an incrementally significant clinical challenge in Zimbabwe. While biomedical models focus on neurobiological mechanisms, culturally constructed narratives’...
Adaptation and Validation of a Social Support Scale for Preservice Preschool Teachers
Authors: Zhu Lin, Azlina Bt. Mohd Kosnin, Xu Yue
Abstract: In the training of preservice preschool teachers, social support is regarded as a critical psychological and environmental resource that facilitates academic development and career development. Howeve...
Depressive Symptoms at the Muhimbili National Hospital MAT Clinic, Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania: A Cross-Sectional Study
Authors: Meshack Samwel, Jessie Mbwambo
Abstract: Background Globally, the number of people who use substances has rapidly increased over the past decade and has become a public health problem. Co-morbidity of mental disorders and substance use disor...
Healing the soul of the World: Towards Co-Evolutionary Psychotherapy in the Ecological Collapse Era
Authors: Martina Campobasso, Melania Ametrano, Maura Perrone
Abstract: The article explores the transformative and political role of psychotherapy in the anthropocene era, proposing a perspective of co-evolutionary psychotherapy capable of dealing with individual and col...
Sequential Predictive Indicators of Suicidal Ideation: Development of a Preventive Detection Framework
Authors: Chacko P. George
Abstract: Suicide is a major global public health concern and a leading cause of preventable death. Evidence indicates that suicidal behavior rarely occurs abruptly, instead emerging through identifiable cognit...
Mental Health and Well-Being of the MSU-GSC Professors Amidst the Covid 19 Crisis
Authors: Janet T. Comoda
Abstract: This study explored the mental health and well- being of the university professors amidst the COVID 19 crisis. A qualitative research design using the phenomenological approach on how the professors h...
Causes of Stress among Social Workers in Selected Public Social Service Institutions in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Authors: Vu Thi Lua
Abstract: Stress is a common issue experienced by most individuals in everyday life. Due to the nature of their profession, social workers are required to confront numerous difficulties and challenges in the wo...
Luyo Sa Pagpakigbisog: Challenges, Impacts and Coping Strategies of Red-Tagged Student Activists in Cebu
Authors: Fredzel Mae C. Albofera, Diana Marie D. Cuizon, Adora S. Parantar, Korina Jean M. Regis
Abstract: Red-tagging has become a persistent issue in the Philippine sociopolitical landscape, particularly affecting activists and social movements. Among those most vulnerable are student activists, whose in...
Executive Function Deficits and Emotion Dysregulation as Neurocognitive Predictors of Violent Behaviour in Forensic Populations: A Systematic Review and Clinical Implications
Authors: Ndorenyin Saviour Udofia, Dumebi Okuagu, Anthony, Clement Ogbeh, Ihuoma Goodness Dike
Abstract: Background: This systematic review synthesises existing literature on executive function deficits and emotion dysregulation as predictors of violent behaviour in forensic samples.
Methods: PubMed, Ps...
Haplos Ng Tradisyon: Exploring the Motivations of Clinically Diagnosed Patients in Adopting Folk Medicine
Authors: Cabaral, J Mica., Paon, Maechie S., Pasiolan, Samantha B., Villegas, June Rey A.
Abstract: The continued reliance on folk medicine among clinically diagnosed individuals remains underexplored, particularly in rural communities where cultural identity and spirituality influence health behavi...
The Lived Experiences of College Students Navigating Technostress Through AI Learning Tools
Authors: Bacunawa, Joanne Stefanie D., RPm, CRS, Caringal, Dal Valdemar T., RPm, Campos, Rafael B., Dela Llana, Marlo Rey D, Jimenez, Rikxzel Josh D, RPm, CHRA
Abstract: This qualitative phenomenological study explored the experience of college students in navigating technostress while using AI learning tools in higher education. Through purposive sampling, 10 undergr...
Beyond Mimesis: Algorithmic Empathy as a Cognitive Prosthesis a Case Study on Early-Onset Schizophrenia and Digital Mediation. from Chaos to the Timeline: Video Editing as a Thought Organizer.
Authors: Gerardo Marco Bencivenga
Abstract: Vocational education today confronts complex psychopathological frameworks that challenge traditional teaching methodologies. The present contribution analyzes an educational intervention concerning a...
Dark Romance as an AI-Mediated Experience: Identification with Characters and Attitudes towards Romantic AI
Authors: Andreea-Gabriela Filimon, Dan-Ioan Coman, Teodor Răileanu-Olariu
Abstract: The identification with fictional characters has been widely recognized as a powerful psychological phenomenon, influencing self-perception and attitudes toward interpersonal relationships. Within thi...
Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Mobile Application for Students: Needs Assessment and Development Proposal
Authors: Cong Hieu Bui, Minh Luan Nguyen, Thi Thuong Pham, Duc Tai Nguyen, Thi Hoai Nguyen
Abstract: This study investigates university students’ needs for a mindfulness-based stress reduction mobile application. The aim is to provide a scientific basis for developing digital psychological support ...
Untoward Digital Separation Amplifies Impulsivity: An Analysis through Transactional Analysis (TA) Lens
Authors: Sanjida Afroz, Dr. Md Abu Layek, Faria Zaman Mahi
Abstract: In our omnipresent digital world, imagining our lives without connections to others is impossible. Advanced digital technology enables constant connectivity, regardless of our location. This paper is ...
The Context of Social-Emotional E-Competencies Among High School Students In Vietnam
Authors: Giang Thien-Vu, Nguyen Huynh Bao-Kim, Bui Lam-Tu, Dang Thuy Ngoc-Nhu, Hoang Thao-Ny
Abstract: In the context of digital transformation, adolescent social interaction increasingly occurs online, making social-emotional e-competencies (e-SEC) an important educational concern. Drawing on the soci...
Hidden Cost of Constant Connectivity: Digital Burnout and Its Interpersonal Pathways to Emotion Dysregulation among Young Adults
Authors: Shivam Kumar Singh, Meher Kiran
Abstract: Growing access to digital devices and its continuous usage poses a threat of Digital Burnout. While digital burnout is associated with emotional difficulties, social processes that may explain this re...
Workplace Bullying and Job Satisfaction among Teacher in Gombak District: A Descriptive Analysis
Authors: Nurul Nabila Ibrahim, Kirrthana Satesh Kumar, Thilaageshwary Thangadurai, Puteri Farahdiana Megat Suhaimi, Nur Muneerah Kasim, Siti Nur Fadilah Kassim, Angela Chan Nguk Fong, Afiq Azri Mohd Ghani, Rashidin Idris
Abstract: This study describes the mean level of workplace bullying and job satisfaction among secondary school teachers in the Gombak District, Selangor. A quantitative descriptive research design was employed...
Descriptive Analysis of Intrinsic Motivation, Job Training and Employee Performance
Authors: Az-Athirah Zubairi, Rahmat Helmi Hidayat, Hamdan Mohd Salleh, Yuhanis Khalida A Rashid, Nur Muneerah Kasim, Siti Nur Fadilah Kassim, Angela Chan Nguk Fong, Afiq Azri Mohd Ghani, Rashidin Idris
Abstract: The purpose of this study is to characterize the intrinsic motivation, job training, and performance levels of workers in Malaysia's Klang Valley. A structured questionnaire was used to gather data fr...
Pre-College Gap Year Experiences and Youth Well-Being: A Qualitative Exploration
Authors: M Ajitha, Dr. Anitha Kumari T T
Abstract: A pre-college gap year refers to a temporary break taken before entering higher education, during which students engage in activities such as skill development, employment, volunteering, travel, or pr...
A Qualitative Study on Healthcare Workers’ Emotional and Psychological Experiences During Workplace Scandals
Authors: Mohamad Harith Hakimi Mohamad Hafizami, Muhammad Danish Jasni, Hamdan Mohd Salleh, Fariha Diyana Awang Ali, Siti Nur Fadilah Kassim, Nur Muneerah Kasim, Puteri Farahdiana Megat Suhaimi, Az Athirah Zubairi, Rashidin Idris
Abstract: This qualitative study explores healthcare workers’ emotional and psychological experiences related to workplace scandal within healthcare settings. Workplace scandal is a common yet sensitive issue...
Achievement Goal Orientation as a Psychological Predictor for Sports Anxiety and Self Esteem in Competitive Athletes
Authors: Shreyas Saklani, Dr. Sonia Kapur
Abstract: An athlete's success and well-being are heavily influenced by achievement goal orientation, sports anxiety, and self-esteem. This study aims to investigate the interrelationships between these 3 psych...
A Relational-Cultural Trauma-Informed Care Framework: An Emerging Model for Philippine School Counseling
Authors: Rochelle T. Fernandez, Maria Lourdes L. Chavez
Abstract: This study develops a Relational-Cultural Trauma-Informed Care (RCTIC) Framework for Philippine school counseling based on an Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis (IPA) of Filipino school counselo...
Parent-Child Relationship and Gadget Addiction: The Role of Loneliness
Authors: Evan Bastian, Iswinarti, Nida Hasanati
Abstract: Gadget addiction refers to the excessive dependence on electronic devices, leading to significant disruptions in daily life and functioning. One of the major contributing factors to gadget addiction i...
The Relationship between Work Environment and Job Satisfaction of Administrative Staff in Open and Distributed Learning Centres
Authors: Mohd Fakardian Che Rus, Wong Huey Siew
Abstract: This study investigates the relationship between work environment and job satisfaction among administrative staff in Open Distance Learning (ODL) Learning Centres, utilizing Herzberg's Two-Factor Theo...
A Thematic Qur’anic Exegesis of Neuro Linguistic Programming: A Cognitive Psychology Perspective
Authors: Adnan Yusufi, Naqiyah
Abstract: This study examines the conceptual correspondence between selected Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) related mechanisms and Qur’anic teachings through the perspectives of cognitive psychology and I...
Prevalence of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and Associated Trauma Exposure Among Inpatients with Substance Use Disorders in Nairobi Rehabilitation Centers
Authors: Joseph Makenga Masila, Lincoln Khasakhala, Frederick R. Owiti
Abstract: Objective(s): To determine the prevalence of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), describe patterns of trauma exposure, and identify associated factors among inpatients with substance use disorders ...
Psycho-Spiritual Well-Being and Stress Levels among Informal Caregivers of the Terminally Ill Within the Rwandan Households
Authors: Ann Muringi Macharia, Joyzy Pius Egunjobi
Abstract: The increasing prevalence of non-communicable diseases and the global shift toward home-based palliative care have placed significant caregiving responsibilities on informal caregivers, particularly w...
Eco-Anxiety and Coping Strategies: A Systematic Review of Psychological Responses to Climate Change
Authors: Sitti Rachma S. Tombolotutu, Diah Karmiyati, Zainul Anwar
Abstract: Eco-anxiety is a psychological response resulting from concerns about climate change and environmental degradation. This phenomenon relates to how individuals use coping strategies to manage the anxie...
Motivation and Teacher Commitment to Teaching in Private Secondary Schools in Ibanda District, Uganda
Authors: Cleophas Asimwe
Abstract: This study examined the impact of intrinsic motivation on teacher commitment to teaching in private secondary schools in Ibanda District, Uganda. The study adopted a cross-sectional mixed-methods rese...
Relationship Between the Catholic Church’s Reconciliation Programme and the Psycho-Spiritual Wellbeing of the Survivors of the Genocide Against the Tutsi in Cyangugu Diocese, Rwanda Embedded Mixed Method Research.
Authors: Moise Issa Dusenge, Dr Uchenna Kalu Agwu, Dr Lilian Mulwa Kunusia
Abstract: The Catholic Church’s reconciliation programme in Cyangugu Diocese refers to a set of coordinated pastorals, spiritual, psychosocial, and social interventions undertaken by Cyangugu Catholic Diocese...
The Relationship Between Cognitive Dissonance and Academic Achievement in STEM versus Regular Schools in Lusaka, Zambia
Authors: Ruth Nakamba, PhD, Bestern Kaani, PhD
Abstract: This paper sought to determine the relationship between cognitive dissonance and academic performance. Cognitive dissonance is indispensable in the school setting because not all learners like or exce...
Beyond the Code: Phenomenology and Legal Status of Algorithmic Empathy between Neuroscience and Law
Authors: Gerardo Marco Bencivenga, Alexandra Radu
Abstract: The code — we know, or pretend to know — is never neutral. But what happens, exactly, when it even stops being cold?
The assumption from which this work is based (which has its roots in the fram...
The Role of Self-Acceptance in Early Adulthood During Life Transitions: A Systematic Review
Authors: Rizky Maulidayani, Diah Karmiyati, Zainul Anwar
Abstract: Self-acceptance is an important psychological aspect that supports mental health and psychological well-being, particularly during early adulthood, a period marked by various life transitions. During ...
Leadership Competencies and Styles in NGO: An Empirical Analysis
Authors: Bohdan Liashenko, Hanna Bilokonenko, Alona Arkatova
Abstract: This article presents the results of a comprehensive empirical study of leadership competencies and styles among 50 employees and volunteers of the NGO “Rokada”, which carries out humanitarian act...
Influence of Psychological First Aid on Burnout Among Nurses at AIC Kijabe Level 5 Hospital, Kiambu County, Kenya.
Authors: Rechael Wambui Ngurukie, Dr. Rachel Mbugua, Dr. Lucy Gachenia
Abstract: Burnout among nurses remains a significant occupational health concern in healthcare settings characterized by heavy workloads, emotional demands, staffing shortages, and limited psychosocial support....
Barriers to Effective Africa Inland Church-Based Interventions to Domestic Gender Based Violence in Baringo Central, Kenya
Authors: Charles Chirchir Moindi, Daniel Rotich Kandagor, Gerface Ochien Ojwang
Abstract: Domestic Gender-Based Violence (DGBV) remains a pervasive problem affecting families and communities in Baringo Central Region, Kenya, despite the presence and teachings of strong Christian institutio...