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Feedback and self regulation: A gendered perspective
No full textThis study investigates whether gender influences the impact of performance feedback on psychological detachment, emotional exhaustion, and job self-efficacy. Psychological detachment refers to mentally disengaging from job-related thoughts, tasks, and responsibilities during non-work time. It involves intentionally switching off from work to focus on personal life, rest, and recovery. A sample of 177 adults from Prolific was randomly assigned to receive negative, positive, or no feedback (control) and asked to recall a relevant experience. Results revealed that psychological detachment was significantly lower for individuals receiving feedback—whether positive or negative—compared to those in the control group, suggesting that feedback itself may hinder employees’ ability to disengage from work-related thoughts. Gender differences emerged in the control group, where men reported significantly higher psychological detachment than women; however, these differences disappeared when feedback was introduced, as both men and women exhibited similarly lower detachment levels in response to feedback. Emotional exhaustion was significantly influenced by feedback type, with negative feedback increasing exhaustion and positive feedback reducing it. However, gender did not moderate these effects. Similarly, job self-efficacy was highest among those receiving positive feedback, significantly exceeding levels observed in both the negative feedback and control conditions. No gender differences were found in job self-efficacy responses. These findings highlight the complex interplay between feedback, psychological detachment, and well-being, underscoring the unintended consequences of performance feedback on employees’ ability to recover from work stress
Understanding gossip in the workplace: The impact of personality and emotional intelligence
No full textWorkplace communication is a constantly evolving process. In recent years, workplace gossip has been reframed as a more complex construct, with researchers increasingly recognizing its positive and functional aspects. The current study aimed to contribute to the gossip literature by examining how personality traits, specifically Neuroticism and Extraversion predict workplace gossip, and whether Emotional Intelligence (EI) moderates these relationships. A sample of 185 full-time employees in the United States completed measures of personality, EI, and four types of gossip: negative gossip about supervisors and coworkers (NWGS and NWGC), and positive gossip about supervisors and coworkers (PWGS and PWGC). Stepwise regression analyses revealed that Neuroticism predicted greater engagement in NWGS, while Extraversion was positively associated with both PWGS and PWGC. Contrary to expectations, EI did not buffer these relationships; instead, it strengthened the association between Neuroticism and NWGS. These findings highlight the role of individual differences in workplace communication and suggest that EI may not always serve as a protective factor in interpersonal dynamics
Stigma and silence: Examining the impact of childhood sexual assault on south Asian adults
No full textChildhood sexual assault (CSA) and sexual violence are growing concerns that lead to mental health issues. Within the South Asian community, culture and religion have prevented individuals from seeking help, due to the stigmatization surrounding sexual violence and overall mental health. This proposed study aims to examine the implications of CSA on sexual dysfunction and rising mental health issues amidst South Asian adults. This study aims to recruit 100 adults that identify as South Asian or are of South Asian descent, who are either fluent in English or accompanied by a translator during the time of their participation. Recruitment methods that will be employed include word of mouth, social media outreach, and community participatory approach. Regression analysis should be conducted to analyze these findings. It is anticipated that there will be a positively strong correlation between CSA and psychiatric issues. Furthermore, it is anticipated that there will be a relationship between CSA and adult sexual dysfunction. By conducting this study in the South Asian population, it will provide valuable information that may be utilized in ensuring culturally sensitive interventions and allow the experiences of this underrepresented community to be documented in research
Privacy in the digital age: How carpenter applied the fourth amendment to modern America
No full textTechnology influences every aspect of our daily lives. However, many are concerned about the privacy of sensitive data stored on their technological devices. Online platforms and databases are often accessed by law enforcement agencies to obtain sensitive information not otherwise available through more traditional investigative methods. The Supreme Court has been slow to adapt Fourth Amendment protections to modern society, largely following decades old jurisprudence allowing law enforcement to access online information without the need of a search warrant. Recent decisions by the Supreme Court and lower federal courts, however, have addressed privacy concerns about such information. Nonetheless, many unanswered questions remain regarding technology and Fourth Amendment rights. What should be done to balance the legitimate needs of law enforcement with privacy rights in information stored on technological devices? This is a complex problem that requires interdisciplinary analysis to arrive at a better understanding. Through the disciplines of law and privacy rights, I have analyzed relevant sources and found conflicting disciplinary insights. I then found common ground between those insights, integrating them to achieve a fuller understanding of the research problem. That better understanding has led to suggested resolutions to the problem. My research is not yet complete. However, I conclude that courts of competent jurisdiction should expand Fourth Amendment protections to all forms of sensitive personal data stored on technological devices. Moreover, the Executive and Legislative branches should enact appropriate legislation that embodies in a single, uniform act, protections of all forms of sensitive data stored on technological devices
Sports teams as multiteam systems
No full textThe present study examines sports teams through the lens of multiteam systems (MTS) to determine the extent to which they meet the defining characteristics of MTSs. MTSs are composed of distinct component teams that interact interdependently to achieve a shared hierarchy of goals. While prior research has established MTSs in contexts such as emergency response and military operations, the classification of sports teams within this framework remains underexplored. This study employs a mixed-methods approach, including surveys of athletes and interviews with coaches across 16 men’s and women’s varsity teams at NCAA Division II and III Universities. Key variables include the presence of identifiable component teams, the nature of intra- and inter-team interdependence, and the structure of goal hierarchies. Athlete self-identification with component teams versus the broader team will be assessed, as will patterns of collaboration required to achieve team objectives. By systematically applying MTS criteria to sports teams, this study seeks to clarify the extent to which various sports inherently function as MTSs, providing implications for team management, performance optimization, and organizational psychology. The findings will have implications for both the sport performance, as well as the organizational psychology literature by addressing the boundary conditions of MTS classification within an athletic context
What Tools of the Trade From Informal Science Education Are Useful to Science Teachers? An Investigation Into the Practices of Former Informal Science Educators Who Are Now Classroom Science Teachers
No full textThis study explored how visitor-facing experiences in Informal Science Institutions (ISIs) shaped science teachers’ practices in their K–12 science classrooms. ISIs have long been a site of learning for individuals, as well as for pre-service and in-service teachers. This qualitative, phenomenological study focused on the pedagogy of ISIs, including engagement strategies, object-based learning, understanding learners, and meaning-making and which parts of this pedagogy and other ISI experiences transferred into participants’ classroom teaching practices. Participants included 16 secondary science teachers from across the United States who had prior experience as educators in zoos, aquariums, nature centers, science centers, etc. before becoming teachers. Through individual and focus group interviews and an examination of work products, and as viewed through cultural-historical activity theory (CHAT) and Universal Design for Learning (UDL), it was apparent that: (1) the pedagogy of ISIs was largely used in both novice and experienced teachers’ classrooms; (2) their ISI work helped teachers develop their identity as teachers, science teachers, and scientists; and (3) participants reported an ease with the implementation of NGSS in their classrooms compared to their colleagues. These findings suggest that ISIs are a useful site for pre-service teacher learning and professional development for in-service teachers and may serve as a source of recruitment of future science teachers. Furthermore, educators in this study reported a much stronger community of practice in their ISIs compared to schools, so ISIs may provide a model for how to improve communities of practice in schools and new teacher induction programs
Don\u27t Let Lead Lead on Environmental Justice: A Simulative Approach to Lead Remediation in the Big Data Era
No full textEnvironmental justice, as both a movement and a theoretical construct, continues to evolve in response to shifting societal, environmental, and technological conditions. This dissertation investigates the integration of big data, such as social media, remote sensing imagery, and internet search frequencies, into the identification, analysis, and remediation of environmental injustices. Framing environmental justice through the lenses of distributive and data justice, the project explores both the promises and pitfalls of using emergent data sources to enhance the spatial and temporal precision of environmental equity investigations. Through a combination of systematic literature review, spatial analysis, system dynamics simulation, and policy evaluation, these studies examine environmental injustice in New Jersey, with a particular focus on lead exposure in Newark. The findings underscore the potential of big data to supplement traditional datasets and enable more responsive and participatory environmental governance, while also highlighting the risks of technological determinism and the need for ethically grounded data practices. By bridging environmental and data justice frameworks, this dissertation contributes to ongoing discussions about the role of technology in advancing equity in environmental decision-making
Enhancing Health Literacy through Technology-Enriched Participatory Methods: Five Strategies for Skills-Based Health Education
No full textThis article aims to advance K-12 health literacy through the integration of technology-enriched participatory methods within skills-based health education. By emphasizing active student engagement, these instructional strategies align with the National Health Education Standards and cultivate critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills. The article delineates five key strategies: interactivity, collaboration, experiential learning, self-directed expression, and gamification. These strategies leverage various technological tools to foster a dynamic and inclusive learning environment
Activation or Deactivation? Rethinking Ferrate(VI) Reactivity within a Broader Modulation Framework
No full textThe cross-sectional association between state-level public health funding per capita and physical health among adults in the United States
No full textObjectives This study examined the association between state-level public health funding per capita and the odds of poor physical health. Study design Cross-sectional. Methods Data from the 2018 Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS) were used. Participants’ self-reported physical health was reported using the CDC Healthy Days Core Module. State-level public health funding per capita was obtained from the State Health Access Data Assistance Center website. Multilevel logistic regression was used to adjust for self-reported individual-level characteristics and state-level characteristics from the 2018 American Community Survey. We also tested whether household income or education attainment moderated any observed associations. Results A one SD increase in state-level public health funding per capita was not associated with the odds ≥ 14 days of poor physical health (OR = 0.96, 95% CI: 0.90, 1.01). However, heterogeneity across household income was observed. Greater public health funding per capita was associated with lower predicted probabilities of reporting ≥ 14 days of poor physical health among respondents from low household income backgrounds ( \u3c75,000 USD). No associations were observed among those with moderate (70,000 USD) household incomes. A similar finding was observed among participants with less than high school education when compared to participants with post-secondary education. Conclusion Greater state-level public health funding per capita appears to have a protective association against reporting ≥ 14 days of poor physical health in individuals with lower household incomes and may be helpful in reducing health inequities. Future research is needed to determine whether this association is causal