Indian Journal of Health and Wellbeing https://www.i-scholar.in/index.php/ijhw Indian Journal of Health and Wellbeing (IJHW) is a multidisciplinary peer-reviewed journal published quarterly by Indian Association of Health, Research and Welfare. The journal welcomes the submission of manuscripts that meet the general criteria of scientific excellence in the sub fields of psychology, psychiatry and other related social and behavioral sciences. en-US suneil.psy@gmail.com (Dr. Sunil Saini) ijhw10@gmail.com (Neelam Goyal) Tue, 18 Jul 2023 16:29:27 +0000 OJS 2.4.2.0 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss 60 Alerting Effects in Attention Based on ANT and Depression among Young Adults: A Cross-sectional Correlational Study https://www.i-scholar.in/index.php/ijhw/article/view/222596 In depression, people experience feelings of sadness, emptiness, and irritability, as well as cognitive and behavioural changes lasting for two weeks, which are significant enough to negatively affect their daily functioning. A hallmark of depression is rumination, which involves uncontrolled, narrowly focused thoughts, often selfreferential. The Attention Network Test (ANT) is based on the attention model developed by Posner and colleagues. Scores were provided for alerting by ANT. Alerting is a necessary part of being attentive to incoming information. For assessing depression, the Beck Depression Inventory was used. The alerting performance of young adults was measured using ANT, and the Ruminative Response Scale (RRS-SF) is a short version for assessing rumination. According to the study results, depressive symptoms, rumination, and alerting attention (p < 0.01) in young adults had a significantly very strong positive correlation. Neethu George, Rosalito De Guzman https://www.i-scholar.in/index.php/ijhw/article/view/222596 Thu, 01 Jun 2023 00:00:00 +0000 The Mediating Role of Exposure to Physical IPV in the Association between Psychological IPV and Self-esteem in Adolescents during COVID-19 https://www.i-scholar.in/index.php/ijhw/article/view/222600 Prior literature examines the direct relationship between Exposure to Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) and selfesteem. This article explores the possibility that physical IPV mediates this relationship. 58 adolescents aged 10 to 17 were included in this study from Kerala, India. The sample was chosen using a convenient and random sampling method. Child Exposure to Domestic Violence scale and Coopersmith Self-Esteem scale were used to collect the data. Descriptive statistics and regression analysis were used for the data analysis. Mediation analysis reveals that physical IPV mediates the association between psychological IPV and the self-esteem of adolescents. To protect children's and adolescents' physical and mental health during and after the pandemic, health care professionals must be vigilant and need to screen actively and identify children or adolescents affected by IPV. Jolly Manyathukudy Louis, Marc Eric S. Reyes, Marc Eric S. Reyes https://www.i-scholar.in/index.php/ijhw/article/view/222600 Fri, 30 Jun 2023 00:00:00 +0000 The Association between Problematic Smartphone Usage and Sleep Quality among Young Adults https://www.i-scholar.in/index.php/ijhw/article/view/222607 Problematic smartphone usage or smartphone addiction has become more prevalent among young adults. Young adults' emotional, physical, and spiritual health are all impacted, negatively affecting their sleep. It involves young adults' emotional, physical, and social aspects and negatively affects their sleep quality. Problematic smartphone usage and sleep quality among young adults from India are the main focus of this study. The present study used the short version of Smartphone Addiction (SAS-SV) and the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI) questionnaires to gather the data. This study shows a strong positive correlation between PSU and poor sleep among young adults. The study highlights the importance of maintaining the growing public health issue of problematic smartphone usage and improving quality of sleep among young adults. Mathew Priya, Rosalito De Guzman https://www.i-scholar.in/index.php/ijhw/article/view/222607 Thu, 01 Jun 2023 00:00:00 +0000 Development and Standardisation of Self-regulated Learning Strategies https://www.i-scholar.in/index.php/ijhw/article/view/222608 Students who use self-regulated learning strategies during their learning process are in control of their learning and show high academic achievement. Self-regulated learning strategies can be motivational regulation strategies, cognitive regulation strategies, metacognitive regulation strategies, emotion regulation strategies and behaviour regulation strategies. The primary aim of this study was to develop and standardise a self-report scale on selfregulated learning strategies used by high school students which consisted of 68 items and were administered to 400 students for the pilot study. Confirmatory factor analyses of 42 items confirmed the hypothesized one-second order and five-first order factor structure of self-regulated learning strategies. Cronbach's Alpha was computed at 0.906 for the whole scale. Shamla V. M., C. Jayan https://www.i-scholar.in/index.php/ijhw/article/view/222608 Fri, 30 Jun 2023 00:00:00 +0000 Knowledge, Attitudes and Practices Related to Epilepsy among Urban and Rural North Indians https://www.i-scholar.in/index.php/ijhw/article/view/222609 The present study is about providing cost-effective care for patients with epilepsy is compromised by widespread poverty, illiteracy, social stigma and misconceptions surrounding the disease. The objective of the study is to study differences in knowledge, attitude and practices (KAP) of epilepsy among the urban and rural population of North India. The correlation between age, education and KAP was also studied. This was a cross-sectional study carried out in out in Madhuban (rural area in Haryana) and Lucknow (urban area in Uttar Pradesh). A KAP questionnaire was developed and validated for use. Data collection was done by trained social workers. 3734 participants were residents of rural areas and 909 lived in urban areas. The number of individuals who believed that psychiatric illness is different from epilepsy was 62% in rural and 63% in urban areas respectively. 60 % of individuals in rural and 75 % in urban areas believed that patients with epilepsy can marry and bear children. 45% of the respondents in rural areas and 7% of the respondents in urban areas believed that epilepsy is contagious. To conclude, residents of rural areas have poorer KAP toward epilepsy than those of urban areas. Lower education and higher age were correlated with poorer KAP. Shamsher Dwivedee, Natasha Khullar Kumar https://www.i-scholar.in/index.php/ijhw/article/view/222609 Thu, 01 Jun 2023 00:00:00 +0000 Nomophobia and Big Five Factors of Personality: Comparative Study among Indian Female and Male Students https://www.i-scholar.in/index.php/ijhw/article/view/222610 Mobile technology is a critical component of today's way of life. Despite the advantages it offers, mobile phones can have a negative impact on our lives leading to addiction, anxiety, uneasiness, depression and much more. Considered a disorder of today's digital and virtual society, Nomophobia refers to the discomfort, anxiety, nervousness, or restlessness caused by the disconnection from your mobile phone. This study is a comparative study intended to identify any significant relationship that may exist between Nomophobia and Big Five Factor personality traits. Standardized instruments were used to assess the variables. The study sample comprised of 106 Young Indian Adults (Females: 58.49%, Males: 41.51%) from 18-24 years of age. Results indicate that females have a higher severity of nomophobia as compared to males and there is a significant correlation between Neuroticism and Openness scores with Nomophobia levels. This study contributes to the literature examining how psychological personality variables correlate with nomophobia. Further research is required to improve our understanding of the determinants of nomophobia. Anshuman Dixit https://www.i-scholar.in/index.php/ijhw/article/view/222610 Fri, 30 Jun 2023 00:00:00 +0000 Prevalence of Psychological Problems among Elderly Women in Rural and Urban Areas https://www.i-scholar.in/index.php/ijhw/article/view/222612 The present study was conducted on the bases of cultural zone Hisar from Bagar and Nuh from Ahirwati. Asample of 64 old-aged women from urban and rural areas of each district was taken to make a total sample size of 256 oldaged women respondents. The objectives of the study were to know the nature of psychological problems and the level of psychological problems along with socio-economic factors associated with psychological problems. The psychological problems among elderly women were found significantly (p ≤0.01, Z = 7.69) higher in rural areas (40.45). The level of association was found 'high' among the elderly women having 'large' family size (47.8%) in urban areas. In rural areas, a significant association was found among the elderly women having 'small' family size (34.4%) with a Chi-square statistic 2 = 49.52 at = 0.01 level. The level of association between age and geriatric scale was found 'high' (53.7%) among the elderly women having 'large' family size living in rural areas. Amita Mor, Jatesh Kathpalia, Vinod Kumari, Rashmi Tyagi https://www.i-scholar.in/index.php/ijhw/article/view/222612 Thu, 01 Jun 2023 00:00:00 +0000 Attitude of Police Personnel towards People with Psychiatric Disorders: A Study in Gwalior City, Madhya Pradesh https://www.i-scholar.in/index.php/ijhw/article/view/222616 The present study would help determine the propensity of police personnel to respond favorably or unfavorably towards people with mental illness, which would be helpful in improving their functioning for person with psychiatric illness. Study used cross-sectional descriptive study design and data were collected from 200 police personnel age ranged between 23 to 62 years, working in the Gwalior city of Madhya Pradesh with purposive sampling technique. Opinion about mental Illness scale for Chinese community scale (OMICC) was administered in the subjects. Result showed non-stigmatizing but pessimistic and prejudice attitude of police personnel for people with psychiatric illness. Awareness programme involving educational sessions are needed for police personnel to improve attitude towards people with mental illness. Yogita Kushwah, Nand Kumar Singh https://www.i-scholar.in/index.php/ijhw/article/view/222616 Fri, 30 Jun 2023 00:00:00 +0000 Coping in Relation to Boredom, Fantasy Engagement and Fear of COVID: A Study on Emerging Adults during Lockdown https://www.i-scholar.in/index.php/ijhw/article/view/222645 The purpose of the study was to investigate coping in relation to boredom, fantasy engagement and fear of COVID19 in emerging adults during lockdown. The sample of the investigation comprises 100 participants (both males & females) of age ranging from 18 to 23 years. The measures of the research encompass Multi-Dimensional State Boredom Scale (Fahlman et al., 2013); Fantasy Engagement Scale (Plante et al., 2017); Fear of COVID-19 Scale (Ahorsu et al., 2020); and Coping Scale (adapted from Holahan & Moose, 1987). The results showed that there was a significant negative correlation between fear of COVID and coping (r= -0.288; p<0.01). Further, it was found that fear of COVID also significantly predicted Coping by accounting for 8% variance in it (β=-0.28, F=8.88; p<0.005). However, fantasy engagement and boredom were not found to have significant correlation with coping and no gender difference was found on coping, fear of COVID, boredom and fantasy engagement. The purpose of the study was to investigate coping in relation to boredom, fantasy engagement and fear of COVID19 in emerging adults during lockdown. The sample of the investigation comprises 100 participants (both males & females) of age ranging from 18 to 23 years. The measures of the research encompass Multi-Dimensional State Boredom Scale (Fahlman et al., 2013); Fantasy Engagement Scale (Plante et al., 2017); Fear of COVID-19 Scale (Ahorsu et al., 2020); and Coping Scale (adapted from Holahan & Moose, 1987). The results showed that there was a significant negative correlation between fear of COVID and coping (r= -0.288; p<0.01). Further, it was found that fear of COVID also significantly predicted Coping by accounting for 8% variance in it (β=-0.28, F=8.88; p<0.005). However, fantasy engagement and boredom were not found to have significant correlation with coping and no gender difference was found on coping, fear of COVID, boredom and fantasy engagement. Ruchika Choudhary, Mahak Mathur https://www.i-scholar.in/index.php/ijhw/article/view/222645 Thu, 01 Jun 2023 00:00:00 +0000 Eating Habits, Lifestyle Patterns and Health Status of Adults in Kothagudem District, Telangana https://www.i-scholar.in/index.php/ijhw/article/view/222666 Smoking, tobacco chewing, consumption of alcohol, excessive salt and sugar intake and lack of sleeping hours have been found directly correlated with progression of non-communicable diseases such as hypertension, overweight, obesity, diabetes and cardiovascular diseases (ICMR, 2020). Further, skipping meals and consuming meals outside have also been considered major contributory factors of non-communicable diseases. This study was conducted at Department of Foods and Nutrition, CCSHAU, Hisar and data was collected from male and female respondents of Kothagudem district, Telangana. Data was analyzed using SPSS software and results have been presented in frequency and percentages. Results indicated that 23 per cent of male and 18 per cent of female respondents were found to take sleep of less than 7 hours. Alcohol and smoking and tobacco were consumed by 35.0 and 11.0 per cent of male respondents, respectively. Regarding eating habits, it was observed that majority of the respondents (87.0% of male & 91.0% of female) were non-vegetarian. Skipping of meals was prevalent among 13.0 and 21.0 per cent of male and female respondents respectively. Consuming meals outside once in a week was found prevalent among 32.0 and 14.0 per cent of the male and female respondents, respectively. Thirty-three per cent of the male and 23.0 per cent of the female respondents were reported to be suffering from chronic illnesses such as anemia, joint pains, headache, backache and thyroid and non-communicable diseases such as overweight, obesity, diabetes, hypertension and atherosclerosis, etc. Through this communication, efforts have been made to communicate people that they should adopt healthy eating and lifestyle to avoid non- communicable diseases in their life. Bhargavi D. Katheti, Varsha Rani, Sangeeta C. Sindhu https://www.i-scholar.in/index.php/ijhw/article/view/222666 Fri, 30 Jun 2023 00:00:00 +0000 A Comparative Study of Levels of Perceived Stress, Life Satisfaction and Quality of Life among Mental Health Professionals and Non-mental Health Professionals in India https://www.i-scholar.in/index.php/ijhw/article/view/222668 The psychological well-being of mental health professionals (MHPs) remains an important yet unexplored factor in India. The present paper aims to examine the current state of mental health of MHPs and its correlates in terms of perceived stress, life satisfaction, and quality of life (QoL), and compare the level of these correlates with that of non-MHPs. For the purpose of this study, a sample of 120 individuals, comprising 67 MHPs and 53 non-MHPs (aged 25-60 years), were selected. The tools used for the present study included the Perceived Stress Scale (Cohen et al., 1983); the Satisfaction with Life Scale (Deiner, 1985); and the World Health Organization's Quality of Life (Brief) Scale (1996). The data was analyzed using descriptive statistics and an independent sample t-test for comparison. The current findings indicate that MHPs reported higher levels of perceived stress and lower levels of life satisfaction and quality of life as compared with non-MHPs. These findings emphasize the need for a greater understanding of the mental health conditions of MHPs in India, a factor that inherently contributes to the quality of their services, and also point out the persisting problem of the stigma associated with mental health in India. Niyanta Dey, Sujata Bhau https://www.i-scholar.in/index.php/ijhw/article/view/222668 Thu, 01 Jun 2023 00:00:00 +0000 Corelation of Mental Health Across Different Dimensions of Percieved Problems of Rural Adolescents https://www.i-scholar.in/index.php/ijhw/article/view/222670 The present study was conducted to assess the peer support and perceived problems as correlate of mental health among rural adolescents. Current research study included total sample of 200 and among them 100 were girls and 100 were boys. Due to Covid Pandemic the sample was randomly selected from rural government schools of Distt. Hoshiarpur. General Information sheet was used to collect information regarding demographic profile of the respondents. Standardized tools like Mental health battery (Singh & Gupta, 2000) and Beck Youth Inventory were used to assess the level of both mental health and perceived problems respectively of the selected adolescents. Non standardized checklist was used to assess the perceived need of peer support of adolescents. Data revealed that majority of the rural adolescents had very poor level of mental health. Majority of Girls' level of mental health was very poor in comparison to the boys. Overall results indicated that adolescents perceived psycho social problems related to anxiety, anger, self-concept overall adjustment and disruptive behavior but it was for some time only. Among adolescents, large proportion of girls in comparison to the boys perceived problems. Rural adolescents less need of peer support. Parul Sood, Vandana Kanwar, Gurupdesh Kaur https://www.i-scholar.in/index.php/ijhw/article/view/222670 Fri, 30 Jun 2023 00:00:00 +0000 Investigation of the Correlation between the Sense of Coherence and Sleep Quality https://www.i-scholar.in/index.php/ijhw/article/view/222671 It has been accepted widely that sleep is linked to health, wellness and life quality. Sense of Coherence enables individuals to develop resilience towards disease and adopt steps toward establishing healthy living. This study postulates that there is a positive correlation between sense of coherence and sleep quality. The main objective under which this research study was undertaken was to understand the relationship between these two variables. Using the non-probability convenient sampling and snowball technique, an online survey was conducted using Google forms that were circulated on various social media platforms. A total of 301 individuals from the early adulthood population (18-40) participated. The 13-point Orientation to Life Scale and the 19-item Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index have been used respectively for this correlation analysis. Statistical analysis of the total scores and of each of the components was carried out using JASP software (version 0.17.1) and as data failed normality testing by the Shapiro-Wilk method, Spearman correlation was utilized for correlation analysis. There were negative correlations between PSQI scores and total SOC as well as the three components of SOC scores. Statistically significant values were found at p < 0.01 and p < 0.001 for Total SOC and Meaningfulness (ME) component scores respectively. As scoring in PSQI is reversed, a lower score implies better sleep quality. It is concluded that better the sleep quality a person has, the more the enhancement of orientation to life. Qualitative sleep is essential for every individual's sound health and SOC enables resilience towards dis-ease caused by various triggers. Dhivya Priya Bhavanani, Ananda Balayogi Bhavanani, Ganesan Dayanidy https://www.i-scholar.in/index.php/ijhw/article/view/222671 Thu, 01 Jun 2023 00:00:00 +0000 Emotional Intelligence and Personality Factors in Depressive Patients and Normal Population: A Comparative Study https://www.i-scholar.in/index.php/ijhw/article/view/222673 Emotional intelligence is a collection of potentials like maintaining one's motivation and resisting difficulties, postponing impulsivities, altering one's mood, keeping empathy with others and having hopefulness (Akbarzade, 2004). And personality is a speculative notion involving recognition, emotions, motivations and actions of a person. The present study aims to see the emotional intelligence and depression in depressive patients and normal control, and to observe the relationship between them. Thirty patients with the diagnosis of depression according to ICD-10 DCR were chosen from the outpatient of Mind Plus Clinic, Ludhiana, Punjab. Firstly, with the help of a brief interview with the patients, who were selected for the study, a socio-demographic and clinical data sheet was filled up and then “BDI” was administered to screen the severity of depressive symptoms. After administering BDI, MEII was administered to measure the level of emotional intelligence in patients with depression and normal control and thereafter 16 PF questionnaire was administered to them. Statistical analysis of the data was done through ChiSquare, t-test and Pearson's correlation test. Asignificant correlation was found between emotional intelligence and depression and also emotional intelligence with personality factors. Emotional intelligence is significantly highly correlated with depression. Md. Raqueb Ansari, Indu Sulanki, Masroor Jahan https://www.i-scholar.in/index.php/ijhw/article/view/222673 Fri, 30 Jun 2023 00:00:00 +0000 The Relationship between Sense of Coherence, Perception of Aging and Quality of Life among Older Adults https://www.i-scholar.in/index.php/ijhw/article/view/222674 Research in the field of developmental psychology tends to leave out the older adult population, focusing on children or young adults. Within the context of changing societal structures, this research aims to understand how older adults make sense of and perceive the challenges that come with aging, and how that impacts their quality of life. The current study investigated the relationship between sense of coherence (SOC), Perceptions of Aging (POA) and Quality of Life (QOL), and whether SOC and POA predicted QOL among older adults in Mumbai. The study was conducted with the help of a survey using a correlation study design. In the study, Sense of Coherence 29 Scale (Antovsky, 1987) Brief Aging Perceptions Scale (Sexton et al., 2014); and Quality of Life Scale (Flanagan, 2003); were used. Convenience sampling was used to collect the data from 105 participants falling under the age group of 50-65. The data indicated the sense of coherence and perception of aging are significantly positively correlated with quality of life. Furthermore, regression analysis indicated that SOC and POA predicted QOL in a significant manner. Plausible explanations of results and its implications are further discussed. Varnaya Sanghvi, Darshana Kulkarni https://www.i-scholar.in/index.php/ijhw/article/view/222674 Thu, 01 Jun 2023 00:00:00 +0000 Long-term Effects of COVID-19 on Cognitive Functioning and Psychological Well-being among Elderly in India: A Comparative Analysis https://www.i-scholar.in/index.php/ijhw/article/view/222676 The cognitive functioning and psychological well-being (PWB) of geriatric inhabitants gradually decreases with increasing age. The pandemic caused by COVID-19 has further impacted this decline. The objective of the current research was to explore the significant differences in PWB (loneliness, hopelessness, self-acceptance, & purpose in life) and cognitive functioning between subjects with a history of COVID-19 and healthy controls (HC) among the geriatric population in India. The present cross-sectional research involved 30 participants with a history of COVID-19, along with 30 HC, recruited through purposive sampling method. Questionnaires were used to measure the variables of cognitive functioning, and psychological wellbeing (hopelessness, loneliness, self-acceptance, and purpose in life). Independent sample t-tests revealed significantly deprived levels of cognitive functioning (p<0.001) and PWB in participants with a history of COVID-19 compared to HC, which comprised of loneliness (p<0.001), hopelessness (p<0.001), self-acceptance (p=0.004) and purpose in life (p=0.046). The research findings highlight the influence of COVID-19 in the geriatric population leading to an impairment in cognitive functioning and impaired levels of PWB. Suitable methods should be taken to distinguish these cognitive impairments and poor well-being levels to keep the geriatric population at the optimum mental health state. Nicole Neil Cerejo, Anoushka Garg, Garima Joshi, Neeraj Panwar, Priyeshx C https://www.i-scholar.in/index.php/ijhw/article/view/222676 Fri, 30 Jun 2023 00:00:00 +0000 Health Promoting Lifestyles among Adolescents: A Gender Perspective Study https://www.i-scholar.in/index.php/ijhw/article/view/222677 Health is something which influences a person's whole life directly or indirectly because it includes all the aspects of life such as physical, mental, social, and spiritual. Lifestyle of any individual leaves its marks on not only an individual's physical health but on personal, professional, psychological, emotional, spiritual, social as well economical part of life. Adolescence is a period which is full of hormonal, physical as well as psychological changes. In the same way, gender also influences the lifestyle of an individual due to different factors related to it. Males and females both have different habits, choices, schedules, routines, responsibilities and different challenges so their lifestyle is. The purpose of this study was to investigate gender differences in health-promoting lifestyles among adolescents. The sample included in the present study was of 600 adolescents of which 300 were male and 300 were female (16-19 years). The data in the present study was collected with the help of Health Promoting Lifestyle Profile-II developed by Walker et al. (1996) to achieve the study objectives and then, the obtained data from the sample was put to statistical analysis and inferences were made. The total mean of all 52 items describes the overall health promoting lifestyle. The total mean score of male was (M=23.08, SD=3.880) and the mean of female was (M=23.94, SD=4.328) with the mean difference of -.867[t (598) = -2.582, p<.010] depicting the significant gender difference. The scores of significant mean difference on health promoting lifestyles of female adolescents are higher than male adolescents which are also supported by many previous research studies. In conclusion, we can say that female adolescents have better health promoting lifestyles than male adolescents. Rinku Bishnoi, Sandeep Singh, Pushpa https://www.i-scholar.in/index.php/ijhw/article/view/222677 Thu, 01 Jun 2023 00:00:00 +0000 Self-esteem and Depression in Fertile and Infertile Women https://www.i-scholar.in/index.php/ijhw/article/view/222680 Almost everybody wants to conceive as soon as they decide to begin their family life. The psychological desire to have children is satisfying experience and highly expected. The sample was collected from 180 infertile and 180 fertile women. Beck Depression Inventory (Beck, 1996) and Rosenberg Self-esteem Inventory (Rosenberg, 1965) were administered to assess the Depression and Self-esteem levels respectively. Results revealed that infertile women scored higher on Depression than fertile women and lower on Self-esteem than fertile women. Poonam Devi, Sanjay Kumar https://www.i-scholar.in/index.php/ijhw/article/view/222680 Fri, 30 Jun 2023 00:00:00 +0000 Behavioral Self-regulation: Implication for Health and Well-being in COVID-19 Pandemic Time https://www.i-scholar.in/index.php/ijhw/article/view/222682 In last few years, one of the most dangerous challenges we have encountered is COVID-19, a worldwide health emergency. This pandemic is a serious worldwide health emergency that continues to endanger the welfare (health & safety) of the general people. The ability to regulate and manage unhealthy behaviour can be helpful in sustaining one's health in this life-threatening era. People should grasp that their own actions and cognitions are partially accountable for their health. The importance of behavioural self-regulation, or the capacity to change or modify one's thoughts, feelings, wants, and actions in the context of such higher aims, should therefore be stressed by people; can play a protective role to improve health and well-being and prevent or lessen the symptoms of the disease. It might be a medication that reduces the negative effects of COVID-19's perceived harshness and psychological health issues, particularly during this pandemic period. The present analytical review-based study was planned to highlight the significance of self-regulation ability in health and well-being and to understand how self-regulation strategies works during the pandemic time, especially during COVID-19. This analytical review of the association of behavioural self-regulation, health and well-being in challenging and stressful situations such as COVID-19 pandemic suggested to effective implementation of self-regulation strategies. Surjeet Singh, Arjun Sharma, Rekha Rani https://www.i-scholar.in/index.php/ijhw/article/view/222682 Thu, 01 Jun 2023 00:00:00 +0000 A Study of Adjustment and Self-esteem among Tribal and Non-tribal Intermediate Students of West Singhbhum, Jharkhand https://www.i-scholar.in/index.php/ijhw/article/view/222684 This study aimed to explore the relationship between adjustment and self-esteem among senior secondary school students (Intermediate Students). The sample of the study consisted of 80 students comprising 40 boys and 40 girls selected from West Singhbhum. Bell Adjustment Inventory Hindi adopted by Mohsin and Shamshad, and Rosenberg Self-esteem Scale developed by Rosenberg were used to measure adjustment and self-esteem, respectively. The result revealed insignificant gender and group (tribal & non-tribal) differences in terms of adjustment and self-esteem. The result also shows that extremely low level of correlation between adjustment and self-esteem. Zaki Akhtar, Sunita Kalundia, Farzana Perveen https://www.i-scholar.in/index.php/ijhw/article/view/222684 Fri, 30 Jun 2023 00:00:00 +0000 Lifestyle Changes and Coping Strategies Adopted for Elderly during COVID-19 by Caregiver https://www.i-scholar.in/index.php/ijhw/article/view/222686 The COVID-19 outbreak has prompted most countries to opt for population confinement and social distancing measures as a way to control the spread of the virus. However, this pandemic affects the quality of life of all living beings like: migrants, businesses, employees, homemakers, students, and the elderly. But due to COVID-19 elderly life was affected as compared to others. The aim of the study was to study the life changes and coping strategies among the elderly by caregivers. An online questionnaire was designed by Google form and it was circulated via Whatsapp, to measure the lifestyle changes of the elderly due to COVID-19 and what measures were taken by caregivers to cope with their physical and mental state. Data showed the majority of caregivers adopted the best precautions and measures to minimize the risk of Covid-19 like the caregiver washing their hands before interacting with elders, covering their nose and mouth, etc., and arranging indoor activities to maintain their good physical and mental state. Shruti Gupta https://www.i-scholar.in/index.php/ijhw/article/view/222686 Fri, 30 Jun 2023 00:00:00 +0000 Cognitive Flexibility and Set-Switching Under Verbal and Non-verbal Tasks among School Adolescents https://www.i-scholar.in/index.php/ijhw/article/view/222687 The present study aims to examine the relationship of executive processes through verbal and non-verbal tasks of set-switching with cognitive flexibility. For achieving the aim, Wisconsin Card Sorting Test (WCST)-a measure of cognitive set-switching (non-verbal task), Anagram solution task following rule switching (verbal task), and ColorWord Stroop test-a measure of cognitive flexibility was administered to 296 school adolescents with an age range between 12 to 15 years. Results revealed a significant correlation between verbal and non-verbal measures of set switching and cognitive flexibility . Sandeep Kumar, Satish Kumar https://www.i-scholar.in/index.php/ijhw/article/view/222687 Thu, 01 Jun 2023 00:00:00 +0000 Extent of Job Stress among Employees of Hotel Industry https://www.i-scholar.in/index.php/ijhw/article/view/222690 Job stress is defined as the psychological state representing the imbalance or inconsistency between the demands of employees and the ability to cope up with these demands. Stress can be caused either due to instability in the body or mind or due to external factors. It can be said that stress arises from various stressors and the antecedents of stress mainly come under four categories- organizational, individual, group, and environmental. Workers in hotel industry often experience working conditions with legal regulations, viz., non-flexible and long working hours, huge and two-way workloads from customers as well as chiefs that perturb their work-life balance. The sample was selected on the basis of multistage stratified random sampling technique. The four districts selected were Ludhiana, Amritsar, Jalandhar, and Bathinda on random basis from the list of districts with highest number of hotels in it. Hotels in the selected cities were divided into two categories-first category of the hotels with 3 stars and above status while the other with the star status below 3 or no star status. Aproportionate sample of employees working in these hotels was taken making the sample of 100 from each city. This made the total sample of 400 respondents. It was found that the employees had unachievable deadlines. They had to neglect some tasks as they had too much work to do. They hardly received any financial allowances other than salary and they were not rewarded for their good work. Pravleen Kaur, Sukhmani https://www.i-scholar.in/index.php/ijhw/article/view/222690 Fri, 30 Jun 2023 00:00:00 +0000 To Determine the Efficacy of Mulligan Mobilisation and Muscle Energy Technique in Sacroiliac Joint Dysfunction: A Single Blinded, Randomized Clinical Trial https://www.i-scholar.in/index.php/ijhw/article/view/222691 The Sacroiliac Joint Dysfunction may lead to hypermobility or hypomobility at the joint, resulting in pain and irritation. Patient complains of dull aching pain on the affected side. The pain increases during the activities while turning, sitting, bending or acquired standing posture. The pain gets referred to either groin, gluteal region or the posterior aspect of the thigh. With or without associated numbness, in groin region and pain on one side is more common than bilateral. This Sacroiliac joint dysfunction can be managed conservatively using physical agent modalities such as electrotherapy, laser therapy, ultrasound, long wave, rest, exercises, or using manual mobilisation. Purpose Of the Study: To determine the effectiveness of Mulligan Mobilisation and Muscle Energy Technique in Sacroiliac Joint Dysfunction. Material And Method Used: 700 subjects were screened to include 72 subjects with diagnosis of sacroiliac joint dysfunction and further were haphazardly divided into two groups viz. Muscle Energy Technique therapy group and Mobilisation group via block randomization, depending on severity of pain (mild, moderate, severe) using lottery method. Results: The values of Visual Analogue Scale, Modified Oswestry Disability Questionnaire and Pain Pressure threshold within the group were analysed using Paired t-test and between the groups were analysed using independent t-test. Conclusion: MET and Mobilisation both techniques are operative in treatment of Sacroiliac Joint Dysfunction. Neelima Gupta, Annu Gupta, Vijay Batra https://www.i-scholar.in/index.php/ijhw/article/view/222691 Thu, 01 Jun 2023 00:00:00 +0000 The Role of Flow in Eudaimonic Well-being https://www.i-scholar.in/index.php/ijhw/article/view/222692 This study explored whether flow is related to eudaimonic well-being. It involved 233 college students (M = 157, F = 76). The tests used were the questionnaire for eudaimonic well-being (Waterman, Schwartz, Zamboanga, Ravert, Williams, Agocha, Kim, & Donnellan, 2010) and the flow state scale (Jackson & Marsh, 1996). A clear positive relationship was established between eudaimonic well-being and flow (r = 0.41, p< 0.01). The regression analysis showed that flow explained 17% of the variance in eudaimonic well-being. In conclusion, flow plays a significant role in the eudaimonic well-being of college students. Atish Taukari, Nidhi Kini, Prisha Thakkar https://www.i-scholar.in/index.php/ijhw/article/view/222692 Fri, 30 Jun 2023 00:00:00 +0000 Human Behaviour in Digital Bubble: Relationship between Mobile Phone Dependency and Disruptive Behaviour among Teens https://www.i-scholar.in/index.php/ijhw/article/view/222693 Technology-based gadgets are the basic need of the continuously changing social world; however, dependency on these gadgets may cause physical health hazards and serious mental health problems. The present study is concerned with the association of mobile phone dependence and disruptive behaviour among 102 adolescents within the age range of 13 to 18 years out of which 50 were girls and 52 were boys. The study utilizes convenience sampling, which involves selecting participants based on their accessibility and availability. Participants were recruited from schools in Haryana, India. Using validated measures, the researchers collected data on mobile phone dependence and disruptive behaviour. Statistical analyses, such as correlation coefficients, were employed to examine the relationship between the variables. Excessive use of mobile phones and dependency on them was assessed by the Test of Mobile Phone Dependence (TMD) and disruptive behaviour by BDBI-Y. Pearson's correlation statistics and Regression were used for analysis. The findings of this study will contribute to the existing literature on mobile phone dependence and its association with disruptive behaviour among adolescents. The results will provide insights into the potential effects of excessive mobile phone use on adolescents' behaviour and wellbeing. This research has implications for parents, educators, and mental health professionals, as it may inform strategies to address mobile phone dependence and promote healthier behaviours among adolescents. The results of the study confirmed a significant positive relationship between mobile-phone dependence and disruptive behaviour among adolescents. Meghna Sharma, Bijender Singh https://www.i-scholar.in/index.php/ijhw/article/view/222693 Thu, 01 Jun 2023 00:00:00 +0000 Loneliness as a Risk Factor for Frailty and Mental Health Issues in Older Adults Living in Old Age Homes: A Qualitative Study https://www.i-scholar.in/index.php/ijhw/article/view/222694 The goal of this study was to look at loneliness, frailty, and mental health difficulties in older adults living in old age homes, as well as to examine if loneliness is a risk factor for frailty and mental health concerns in older adults. The study used a qualitative research design and a semi-structured interview pattern. 10 older adults participated in the study. According to the findings, the themes and subthemes showed that loneliness was identified as a risk factor for the progression of frailty and mental health issues in older adults living in nursing homes. The Older adults also displayed a sense of acceptance, which allowed them to continue living their lives. The lack of a belongingness among the older adults was revealed to be a crucial aspect in the genesis of emptiness emotions. The analysis has clinical relevance, and more acknowledgment is needed to improve the well-being in nursing facilities. Gahlot D. Pooja, N. Maheshbabu https://www.i-scholar.in/index.php/ijhw/article/view/222694 Fri, 30 Jun 2023 00:00:00 +0000 Effect of Personal Beliefs on Happiness: A Systematic Review https://www.i-scholar.in/index.php/ijhw/article/view/222695 Personal beliefs are the beliefs in oneself about personal opinions and personal qualities related to self rather than to other people. Personal beliefs are directly associated with happiness. “Happiness refers to a general feeling and experience of contentment and joy” (Baumgardner & Crothers, 2012). Happiness is also defined as a cognitive phenomenon. Ryan and Deci (2001) define happiness as manifestation of positive emotions and lack of negative ones. Individuals' judgement about their quality of life is highly influenced by their personal characteristics. Our perceptions about the world clearly depend on our beliefs about the world (Nisbett & Wilson, 1977). To understand the view of people about the world, it is necessary to recognize how views of people are composed by their personal beliefs. The implicit theories about mindset are determined by schematic knowledge structures which include beliefs in the stability of attributes and it also determine how people assign meaning to events (Ross, 1989). Growth mindset provides an optimistic assessment of the likelihood of future success. Briki (2017) found that self-control is one of the key determinants of subjective well-being. Many research studies have also revealed that greater level of self-efficacy is found in happy people as compared to unhappy ones. People with high self-esteem have low anxiety and depressive symptoms and are better at health. The present paper explore how personal beliefs and happiness are related and review of related researches revealed that personal beliefs are significantly related to happiness. Gunjan , Sandeep Singh https://www.i-scholar.in/index.php/ijhw/article/view/222695 Thu, 01 Jun 2023 00:00:00 +0000 Review on the Effects of Borderline Personality Disorder on Human Life https://www.i-scholar.in/index.php/ijhw/article/view/222696 Borderline personality disorder is characterised by unstable behavior patterns that impacts individual life. BPD impacts person's ability to control himself/herself, impulses, interpersonal interactions, boredom, and emptiness. People with this disease deal with several difficulties in their daily life. Unable to manage emotions, impulsive anger, self-harming behaviors, and frequent suicidal thoughts are all clinical indications of the illness. The objective of the article is to examine the signs and symptoms, causes, impact of BPD, categories of BPD, diagnostic criteria, treatment options including various therapies provided to borderline personality disorder patients and theories related to the disorder. The article revealed that the development of this condition is influenced by genes and early environmental factors, including sexual and physical assault. Effective therapies for patients include dialectical behavior therapy, mentalization-based therapy, schema-based therapy, and psychotherapy. Medication can also lessen despair, anxiety, and impulsive aggression. The four kinds of borderline personality disorder, the diagnostic criteria for borderline personality disorder, and treatments for a borderline personality disorder are all covered in this review, which also summarises therapies for patients with a borderline personality disorder to help them improve. In order to comprehend and treat this clinical disease, further study is required to be conducted in our nation as there haven't been many BPD studies conducted in India, and India urgently needs to raise awareness of this issue. Numerous cultures all throughout the world have documented cases of BPD. Plentiful experts have argued that the DSM's diagnostic criteria shouldn't be used uniformly without taking into account a person's cultural background. Persons' attitudes, beliefs, and behavioral patterns that are peculiar to a certain civilization are framed by culture. So, it is important to study how BPD manifests in different cultures because it has a number of characteristics that may be unique to the Indian cultural environment. It has been argued that the BPD diagnostic category needs to be updated to include psychotic symptoms, particularly hallucinations. Sangeeta , C.K. Singh, Jyoti Dudi https://www.i-scholar.in/index.php/ijhw/article/view/222696 Fri, 30 Jun 2023 00:00:00 +0000 Impact of Gender Equality on Women's Psychology: A Review https://www.i-scholar.in/index.php/ijhw/article/view/222697 The study provides a systematic review of studies related to the influence of equality in gender on women's psychology. An approach known as feminine psychology, often known as the psychology of women, focuses on the political, social, and economic problems that females deal with all of their lives. Sigmund Freud's idea of female sexuality, one of the most influential developmental theories dominated by men, wasthe source of its opposition. This means that a women's psychology is affected by various factors. The main motto of this article is to offer a systematic review of the relationship between gender equality and women's psychology. In recent years, a growing body of research has highlighted the importance of societal factors in shaping women's psychological experiences. Cultural norms, stereotypes, and gender roles play significant roles in influencing how women perceive themselves and navigate their social environments. Additionally, the study explores the impact of gender equality initiatives on women'swell-being andmental health outcomes.By examining the existing literature, thisreviewaimsto shed light on thepotential benefits of achieving gender equality in fostering positive psychological development among women. Suman Rani, Kuldeep Singh, Gaurav Sharma https://www.i-scholar.in/index.php/ijhw/article/view/222697 Thu, 01 Jun 2023 00:00:00 +0000 Role of Parenting in Upbringing of Adolescents https://www.i-scholar.in/index.php/ijhw/article/view/222698 The family has the most intense and consistent contact with the children from infantile dependence to at least the adolescent stage in every society. The family exerts a persistent influence in the life of a person because it is the family in which he has his first and most intimate experiences. Regardless of his age, a child has a need for love, acceptance, limits, and consistency. The child who does not experience affection in the home always faces difficulty to establish affectionate relationships with people outside. As a result, he appears to be rigid, which is a big hurdle in fostering good relationships in life. It is important to understand the parenting styles and emotional climate that children face at home to fully understand the processes of child development. Authoritarian, Permissive, Authoritative, and Uninvolved / Neglectful are four common parenting styles that refer parents use to raise their children. Parental acceptance-rejection affects not only the personality of a child but also the behavior and adjustment during a more crucial period in life, i.e., adolescence. Adolescent children face curiosity and anxiety due to physical changes that affect their self-esteem. Chief components of parenting are discussed in the present research paper. As a parent, there is a need of accepting our own limitations like the inability to spend quality time together, to know and accept our own physical and economic constraints. Investing time and energy in the child's early years can help to prevent small problems of childhood. Kadambini Sharma, Sheeba Bedi https://www.i-scholar.in/index.php/ijhw/article/view/222698 Fri, 30 Jun 2023 00:00:00 +0000 Empowering Women: The Transformative Role of Mindfulness in Enhancing Well-being https://www.i-scholar.in/index.php/ijhw/article/view/222699 This paper highlights the role of mindfulness and its positive impact on women's health and well-being. Mindfulness allows individuals to focus on one task at a time, reducing stress and enhancing their ability to face challenges. Practicing mindfulness promotes physical well-being and active engagements, reduces tension about the future, and fosters deeper connections with others. Physical activities like yoga and walking meditation enhance flexibility, strength, balance, and overall well-being. While mindfulness cannot treat ailments directly, it enhances individuals' ability to cope with illness. In conclusion, it can be stated that mindfulness has the potential to enhance both physical and psychological well-being among women. It can relieve chronic pain, reduce stress and anxiety, promote positive emotions, and improve occupational performance. Additionally, mindfulness sustains interpersonal relationships, and encourages self-compassion. Cultivating mindfulness fosters emotional resilience, satisfaction with romantic relationships, and effective management of relationship-related stress. Rashmi Upreti, Prachi Bisht https://www.i-scholar.in/index.php/ijhw/article/view/222699 Fri, 30 Jun 2023 00:00:00 +0000