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View article: Validity and measurement invariance of abbreviated scales of the State-Trait Anxiety Inventory (STAI-Y) in a population of Italian young adults
Validity and measurement invariance of abbreviated scales of the State-Trait Anxiety Inventory (STAI-Y) in a population of Italian young adults Open
Introduction This study evaluates the validity and measurement invariance of the 8-item scales of the State-Trait Anxiety Inventory (STAI) across gender and age. Originally developed by Spielberger (STAI-Y), these scales have been shortene…
View article: The 100-Days: Physical Exercise and Challenges to Assess, Maintain and Improve Physical Fitness During Lockdown
The 100-Days: Physical Exercise and Challenges to Assess, Maintain and Improve Physical Fitness During Lockdown Open
The COVID-19 pandemic reduced physical activity and increased sedentary behavior, raising health risks. To combat this, a 100-day training program was designed to maintain and improve fitness during lockdown. This program, which included a…
View article: Youth, money, and behavior: the impact of financial literacy programs
Youth, money, and behavior: the impact of financial literacy programs Open
This narrative review critically examines the scope and impact of financial literacy programs targeted at children and adolescents. By synthesizing findings from diverse studies, the review identifies key components of effective financial …
View article: Neurofeedback Training Protocols in Sports: A Systematic Review of Recent Advances in Performance, Anxiety, and Emotional Regulation
Neurofeedback Training Protocols in Sports: A Systematic Review of Recent Advances in Performance, Anxiety, and Emotional Regulation Open
(1) Background. Neurofeedback has been used in sports since the 1990s, frequently showing positive outcomes in enhancing athletic performance. This systematic review provides an updated analysis of neurofeedback training in sports, evaluat…
View article: Effects of video game immersion and task interference on cognitive performance: a study on immediate and delayed recall and recognition accuracy
Effects of video game immersion and task interference on cognitive performance: a study on immediate and delayed recall and recognition accuracy Open
This study investigates the cognitive impacts of video game immersion and task interference on immediate and delayed recall as well as recognition tasks. We enrolled 160 subjects aged 18 to 29, who were regular players of “shoot-em-up” vid…
View article: Integrating digital and interactive approaches in adolescent health literacy: a comprehensive review
Integrating digital and interactive approaches in adolescent health literacy: a comprehensive review Open
Adolescent health literacy is critical for navigating the complex landscape of modern healthcare and making informed decisions that influence long-term health outcomes. This comprehensive review synthesizes current research on integrating …
View article: Physiological Profile Assessment and Self-Measurement of Healthy Students through Remote Protocol during COVID-19 Lockdown
Physiological Profile Assessment and Self-Measurement of Healthy Students through Remote Protocol during COVID-19 Lockdown Open
Background: The COVID-19 pandemic has led to reduced physical activity and increased sedentary behaviors, negatively impacting mental and physical health. Engaging in physical activity at home during quarantine became essential to countera…
View article: Enhancing nutritional knowledge and self-regulation among adolescents: efficacy of a multifaceted food literacy intervention
Enhancing nutritional knowledge and self-regulation among adolescents: efficacy of a multifaceted food literacy intervention Open
This health literacy intervention study, conducted on adolescent students, aimed to evaluate the impact of a comprehensive educational program on promoting healthy eating habits. The intervention sought to enhance adolescents’ knowledge ab…
View article: Exploring the Interplay between Sleep Quality, Stress, and Somatization among Teachers in the Post-COVID-19 Era
Exploring the Interplay between Sleep Quality, Stress, and Somatization among Teachers in the Post-COVID-19 Era Open
(1) Background. The post-COVID-19 era has imposed unique challenges on educators, significantly impacting their psychological and physical well-being. This study examines the interrelationships among psychological stress, sleep quality, an…
View article: Enhancing Working Memory and Reducing Anxiety in University Students: A Neurofeedback Approach
Enhancing Working Memory and Reducing Anxiety in University Students: A Neurofeedback Approach Open
(1) Background: Neurofeedback training (NFT) has emerged as a promising approach for enhancing cognitive functions and reducing anxiety, yet its specific impact on university student populations requires further investigation. This study a…
View article: Italian Canyoning Guides: Physiological Profile and Cardiometabolic Demand during Rope Activities
Italian Canyoning Guides: Physiological Profile and Cardiometabolic Demand during Rope Activities Open
Canyoning activities require physical effort, highlighting the importance of maintaining a proper physical fitness. Canyoning guides emerge as key figures, not only to ensure safety during the experience but also to handle unforeseen situa…
View article: Evaluating the effectiveness of neurofeedback in chronic pain management: a narrative review
Evaluating the effectiveness of neurofeedback in chronic pain management: a narrative review Open
The prevalence and impact of chronic pain in individuals worldwide necessitate effective management strategies. This narrative review specifically aims to assess the effectiveness of neurofeedback, an emerging non-pharmacological intervent…
View article: Integrated use of biofeedback and neurofeedback techniques in treating pathological conditions and improving performance: a narrative review
Integrated use of biofeedback and neurofeedback techniques in treating pathological conditions and improving performance: a narrative review Open
In recent years, the scientific community has begun tо explore the efficacy оf an integrated neurofeedback + biofeedback approach іn various conditions, both pathological and non-pathological. Although several studies have contributed valu…
View article: Improving Mental Skills in Precision Sports by Using Neurofeedback Training: A Narrative Review
Improving Mental Skills in Precision Sports by Using Neurofeedback Training: A Narrative Review Open
Primary objectives of neurofeedback training (NFT) are to improve concentration, stress and anxiety management, and performance optimisation. This narrative review examines the role of NFT as a tool to improve mental and cognitive skills o…
View article: Impact of social isolation caused by the COVID-19 pandemic on the mood profile of active and sedentary older adults: physical activity as a protective factor
Impact of social isolation caused by the COVID-19 pandemic on the mood profile of active and sedentary older adults: physical activity as a protective factor Open
Background The COVID-19 pandemic has changed our habits and lifestyle due to social isolation and mobility restrictions. This new scenario, together with the fear of contracting the coronavirus, influenced mental health, especially among o…
View article: The Use of Voice Assistant for Psychological Assessment Elicits Empathy and Engagement While Maintaining Good Psychometric Properties
The Use of Voice Assistant for Psychological Assessment Elicits Empathy and Engagement While Maintaining Good Psychometric Properties Open
This study aimed to use the Alexa vocal assistant as an administerer of psychometric tests, assessing the efficiency and validity of this measurement. A total of 300 participants were administered the Interpersonal Reactivity Index (IRI). …
View article: Effects of Cognitive Appraisals on Perceived Self-Efficacy and Distress during the COVID-19 Lockdown: An Empirical Analysis Based on Structural Equation Modeling
Effects of Cognitive Appraisals on Perceived Self-Efficacy and Distress during the COVID-19 Lockdown: An Empirical Analysis Based on Structural Equation Modeling Open
During the COVID-19 lockdown, individuals and households had to responsibly manage the difficulties and problems caused by the restrictions on their mobility, such as the interruptions to work schedules, insecure food supplies, and the pro…
View article: Assessing Decentering Capacity in Athletes: A Moderated Mediation Model
Assessing Decentering Capacity in Athletes: A Moderated Mediation Model Open
Decentering has received more attention in sports literature as a self-regulating skill capable of significantly limiting episodes of mental block in competitive situations. This contribution depicts a comparative study conducted with 375 …
View article: A psychometric evaluation of the Italian short version of the Fear of Pain Questionnaire-III: Psychometric properties, measurement invariance across gender, convergent, and discriminant validity
A psychometric evaluation of the Italian short version of the Fear of Pain Questionnaire-III: Psychometric properties, measurement invariance across gender, convergent, and discriminant validity Open
Introduction The Fear of Pain Questionnaire-III (FPQ-III) is a self-assessment instrument developed specifically to measure fear based on various pain stimuli converging on three factors: severe pain, medical pain, and minor pain. It actua…
View article: Perceived Pain in Athletes: A Comparison between Endurance Runners and Powerlifters through a Cold Experimental Stimulation and Two Sessions of Various Physical Activation
Perceived Pain in Athletes: A Comparison between Endurance Runners and Powerlifters through a Cold Experimental Stimulation and Two Sessions of Various Physical Activation Open
Few studies in the literature have illustrated cold hypoalgesia induced by strength training. Objectives of this contribution were to compare the ratings of perceived pain in endurance running (n = 22) and powerlifting (n = 22) male athlet…
View article: Internet addiction in young adults: The role of impulsivity and codependency
Internet addiction in young adults: The role of impulsivity and codependency Open
Excessive Internet use has demonstrated comorbidity with other psychological symptoms and psychiatric disorders, as well as impairments in the management of daily life, relationships and emotional stability. Recent findings in the literatu…
View article: Impulsivity and Depressive Brooding in Internet Addiction: A Study With a Sample of Italian Adolescents During COVID-19 Lockdown
Impulsivity and Depressive Brooding in Internet Addiction: A Study With a Sample of Italian Adolescents During COVID-19 Lockdown Open
This contribution presents a study conducted on a sample of Italian adolescents ( n = 411) in the period of the first COVID-19 lockdown. The study investigated the role and predictive weight of the impulsivity and depressive brooding varia…
View article: A Psychoeducational Intervention in Prenatal Classes: Positive Effects on Anxiety, Self-Efficacy, and Temporal Focus in Birth Attendants
A Psychoeducational Intervention in Prenatal Classes: Positive Effects on Anxiety, Self-Efficacy, and Temporal Focus in Birth Attendants Open
Background: Previous studies have reported associations between high maternal anxiety, temporal perceptions during pregnancy, and a poor sense of self-efficacy. One type of anxiety expecting mothers experience is associated with childbirth…
View article: Motivations and Personal Traits Can Predict Self-Efficacy of the Clown Therapist: A Descriptive Study
Motivations and Personal Traits Can Predict Self-Efficacy of the Clown Therapist: A Descriptive Study Open
The individual and collective perception of self-efficacy in clown therapists is fundamental in order to be able to be active, restrained, energetic and defocused, if necessary, without being overwhelmed by any problems patients might have…
View article: Intention to Screen for Hepatitis C Among University Students: Influence of Different Communicative Scenarios
Intention to Screen for Hepatitis C Among University Students: Influence of Different Communicative Scenarios Open
This study aimed to evaluate the influence of different narrative scenarios regarding students' intentions to undergo diagnostic screening for hepatitis C, and whether gender identification with the characters of the scenario could influen…
View article: Both Gender and Agonistic Experience Affect Perceived Pain during the Cold Pressor Test
Both Gender and Agonistic Experience Affect Perceived Pain during the Cold Pressor Test Open
Background. Differences in pain perception in athletes have recently been highlighted in the literature. Objectives. To compare gender ratings of perceived pain in athletes with low and high agonistic experiences (N = 200) using the Cold P…
View article: Influence of Cognitive Orientation and Attentional Focus on Pain Perception
Influence of Cognitive Orientation and Attentional Focus on Pain Perception Open
Background. Recently, a growing interest has emerged in the role of attention and hypervigilance in the experience of pain. Shifting attention away from pain seems likely to reduce the perception of pain itself. Objectives. The present stu…
View article: An Exploratory Pilot Study on Choking Episodes in Archery
An Exploratory Pilot Study on Choking Episodes in Archery Open
The aim of our study is to test the fit of an explanatory model of the frequency of the phenomenon of choking under pressure in archers, focusing on both the individual components (anxiety, coping styles, and decentralization) and environm…
View article: Resilience in the Endurance Runner: The Role of Self-Regulatory Modes and Basic Psychological Needs
Resilience in the Endurance Runner: The Role of Self-Regulatory Modes and Basic Psychological Needs Open
Endurance sports certainly require an important and delicate task of mental and physical reintegration from the impact of the fatigue induced by the exertion of the sport performance. The topic of the resilience of athletes has been the th…
View article: Psychometric Properties and Reliability of the Referee Self-Efficacy Scale (REFS) in Volleyball Referees
Psychometric Properties and Reliability of the Referee Self-Efficacy Scale (REFS) in Volleyball Referees Open
Background: Volleyball officials require a combination of qualities, e.g., confidence, decisiveness, courage and mental toughness as very important attributes for their performance. Measurement of the self-efficacy of volleyball referees h…