Caritas Journal of Psychology and Behavioral Sciences
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items: Adolescents Perceived Parenting And Smartphone Addiction As Predictors Of Cyberbullying
items: Resilience and Locus of Control as Predictors of Psychological Wellbeing among Police Officers
items: Moderating Role Of Personality Traits On Stigmatization As a Predictor Of Health-Seeking Behaviour Among Adults
items: Impulsivity and Perceived Social Support as Predictors of Suicidal Ideation among Senior Secondary School Students in Nsukka Educational Zone of Enugu State
items: Moderating Role of Socioeconomic Status in the Relationship between Neigborhood Disorder and the tendency to Commit Crime among Undergraduates of Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka
items: The Psychological Effects of Parents Utilization of Vacation for Extra Lessons for their Wards and their Consequential Attitude to Learning in Public Primary Schools in Delta State
items: Influence of Career Guidance and Counselling Service on Academic Performance of Secondary School Students in Enugu East sub-country Enugu, Nigeria
items: Effect Of Psychological Distress On Psychosocial Adjustment Among First-Year Students In Rivers State University
items: The Moderating Role Of Trust In Leader On Equity Sensitivity And Quality Of Work Life Among a Sample Of Resident Doctors
items: The Moderating Role of Work Passion in the Relationship Between Organizational Climate and Burnout in a Sample of Secondary School Teachers
items: Influence Of Marital Status And Gender On Workers Effectiveness Among Hospital Personnel In Federal Teaching Hospitals
items: Depression as a Predictor of Suicidal Ideation among Enugu State University of Science Undergraduate Students
items: The Moderating Role of Hope in Emotional Labour and Organizational Commitment in a Sample of Hotel Workers in Aba
items: Parenting Styles as Predictors of Social Maladjustment among Undergraduate Students
items: Role of Personality, Religiosity and Psychoactive Drug Use on Risky Sexual Behaviour among Youth in Owerri
items: The Moderating Role of Optimism in the Relationship between Empty Nest Syndrome and Life Satisfaction in Middle Age Adults
items: Burnout and Work-Family Conflict as Predictors of Psychological Well-Being among Paramilitary Officers in Ibadan, Oyo State
items: Evaluating the Knowledge of Managing Depression among Nursing Students in Tansian University, Umunya, Oba Campus, Anambra State
items: Adverse Childhood Experiences as Predictors of Substance Use Disorder among Female Youths in Plateau State, Nigeria
items: Personality Traits And Coping Strategies As Predictors Of Resilience In Military Personnel Deployed In Joint Task Force Operations Northwest, Nigeria
items: Factors Influencing Infant Feeding Option Among Hiv Positive Mothers Attending St Patrick’s Hospital (Mile Four) Abakaliki, Ebonyi State
items: Attitude And Utilization Of National Health Insurance Scheme Among Nurses In Federal University Teaching Hospital Owerri
items: Separate and Combined Effects of Energy Drinks and Alcohol Intake on Exploratory Behaviour of Male Albino Rats
items: Influence of Occupational Stress, Work-Life Balance, and Gender on Organisational Commitment of Teachers in Public Secondary Schools in Imo State
items: Abusive Supervision Emotional Exhaustion and Work Family Conflict as Predictors of Organizational Cynicism among Nigeria Security and Civil Defense Officers in Imo State
items: Family Relationship, Self-Esteem, And Gender As Factors In Social Maladjustment Of Imo State University Students
items: Revolutionizing Mental Health: The Role of Artificial Intelligence in Modern Clinical Psychology
items: Job Insecurity, Work Life Balance And Quality Of Work Life As Predictors Of Psychological Wellbeing Among Secondary School Teachers In Ibadan South West Local Government, Oyo State
items: The Impact of Incorporating Mindfulness into Nigerian Secondary Schools Curricula: Advantages and Disadvantages
items: Influence of Workplace Happiness on Organizational Commitment among Healthcare Workers in Ibadan Metropolis, Oyo State, Nigeria

Adolescents Perceived Parenting And Smartphone Addiction As Predictors Of Cyberbullying
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description: The study investigated Adolescents perceived parenting and smart phone addiction as predictors of cyber bullying. A recent study found that 26.5% of adolescents had perpetrated cyber bullying (Kim, 2023). Positive parenting plays an important role in the development of children's psychological and behavioural control, parent–child communication, and encourages moderation in the use of smart phones by adolescents (Kim, 2023; <a href="https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Seyoung-Lee-5?_sg%5B0%5D=6mb3LCQKfG4noHc9wu_G72gDa17Aco5P6Wwdb1WPSoiFHugd7KA7SBjPV0lz-MaVlO4AuSk.PB-S0G6xqL5_zq3to9ucKiXN6nRfl5rA4O0Tt3WY72DW7pKSu8fmKkyKu2q_R5rHxRoRd8jOf03UfISOh7GBew&_sg%5B1%5D=fmT8wW1DOp_797X6azwyAOzLhxhRhh0p1dI3apvBEZuHyewKe8N2iRyUaxUa0FAa2u8659M.5ZqKbtJpBbUrscUgXZBJBhoSKlG70b_sGEQUCn3PaknhWr89C7CKlCHHbJsqODhA8QTPhqG2z08CDj1MWQXy5g&_tp=eyJjb250ZXh0Ijp7ImZpcnN0UGFnZSI6InB1YmxpY2F0aW9uIiwicGFnZSI6InB1YmxpY2F0aW9uIiwicG9zaXRpb24iOiJwYWdlSGVhZGVyIn19">Lee, & <a href="https://www.researchgate.net/scientific-contributions/Il-Bong-Mun-2185419486?_sg%5B0%5D=6mb3LCQKfG4noHc9wu_G72gDa17Aco5P6Wwdb1WPSoiFHugd7KA7SBjPV0lz-MaVlO4AuSk.PB-S0G6xqL5_zq3to9ucKiXN6nRfl5rA4O0Tt3WY72DW7pKSu8fmKkyKu2q_R5rHxRoRd8jOf03UfISOh7GBew&_sg%5B1%5D=fmT8wW1DOp_797X6azwyAOzLhxhRhh0p1dI3apvBEZuHyewKe8N2iRyUaxUa0FAa2u8659M.5ZqKbtJpBbUrscUgXZBJBhoSKlG70b_sGEQUCn3PaknhWr89C7CKlCHHbJsqODhA8QTPhqG2z08CDj1MWQXy5g&_tp=eyJjb250ZXh0Ijp7ImZpcnN0UGFnZSI6InB1YmxpY2F0aW9uIiwicGFnZSI6InB1YmxpY2F0aW9uIiwicG9zaXRpb24iOiJwYWdlSGVhZGVyIn19"> Mun, 2022). A total of 306 male participants comprising 155 females and 151 males drawn from the population frame of Adolescent Students of Day Secondary Independence Layout (N = 108, 35%); Army Day Secondary School Awkunanaw (N = 102, 33%) and Uwani Secondary School (N = 98, 31%). The age ranges of the participants were between 13years and 17years while M = 15.31 and SD = .99. Mixed sampling technique (systematic, purposive, simple random) was used to select the participants. A 24-item Korean Par…
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creator: Solomon A Agu
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creator: Chinenye Valentina Marire-Nwankwo
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date: 2024-12-02
publication date: 2024-12-02

Resilience and Locus of Control as Predictors of Psychological Wellbeing among Police Officers
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description: This study investigated resilience and locus of control as predictors of psychological wellbeing among police officers. A total number of 130 participants comprises of 82 males and 48 females between the ages of 23-59 years with mean age of 40.5 and standard deviation of 13.6 were selected for the study. They were drawn from police head quarters Awkunanaw and central police station, Onitsha Ado using convenient sampling techniques.18 items likert-type questionnaire developed by Ryff, (1995) measuring psychological wellbeing, 6 items likert –type questionnaire developed by Smith et al,(2008) measuring resilience and 29 items likert- type questionnaire developed by Rotter, (1996) measuring locus of control was administered. Cross sectional research design was adopted. Multiple regressions was applied to analyze the generated data. From the result, Locus of control and resilience play a significant role on psychological wellbeing at F (3,126) =37.56.P<001. Findings were discussed in relation to available literature and recommendations were made.
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creator: Tobechukwu Rapuluchi Onwuekwem
creator: Ifeoma Anastasia Anekwe
creator: Chinonye Nnenna Nwokoroeze
rights: Copyright (c) 2024 Caritas Journal of Psychology and Behavioral Sciences
date: 2024-11-02
publication date: 2024-11-02

Moderating Role Of Personality Traits On Stigmatization As a Predictor Of Health-Seeking Behaviour Among Adults
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description: This study investigated the moderating role of personality traits on the relationship between stigmatisation and health-seeking behaviour among adults. The sample consisted of 211 participants (114 males and 97 females) aged 18 to 65 years (M = 34.82, SD = 11.90) drawn from the General Outpatient Department of Enugu State University Teaching Hospital Parklane and University of Nigeria Teaching Hospital Ituku/Ozalla in Enugu State, Nigeria. A purposive sampling technique was employed. The study utilised three instruments: the Big Five Inventory, the Stigma Scale, and the Health-Seeking Behaviour Scale. A correlation research design was adopted, and moderated hierarchical regression analysis was used to test the hypotheses. The results revealed that stigmatisation negatively predicts health-seeking behaviour (β = -0.340, p < 0.001), indicating that higher levels of stigmatisation are associated with a lower likelihood of seeking healthcare. Contrary to expectations, the Big Five personality traits did not directly predict health-seeking behaviour. However, they moderated the relationship between stigmatisation and health-seeking behaviour, with agreeableness negatively moderating this relationship (β = -0.027, p < 0.041). Additionally, demographic variables such as age, education level, and religious affiliation significantly influenced health-seeking behaviour. These findings highlight the importance of addressing stigmatization in healthcare settings to improve health-seeking behaviour. One practical implication is the need for healthcare providers to develop targeted interventions that consider individual personality traits and demographic factors to effectively support stigmatized individuals in seeking timely medical help.
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creator: Uzoamaka Francisca Ugwuoke
creator: Andrew Chukwuebuka Ezugwu
creator: Oluchi Mercy Obi
creator: Queendaline Chinonyelum Aneke
creator: Anthonia Chigozie Nwatu
rights: Copyright (c) 2024 Caritas Journal of Psychology and Behavioral Sciences
date: 2024-10-09
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Impulsivity and Perceived Social Support as Predictors of Suicidal Ideation among Senior Secondary School Students in Nsukka Educational Zone of Enugu State
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description: This study investigated impulsivity and perceived social support as predictors of suicidal ideation among senior secondary school students in Nsukka Educational Zone Enugu State Nigeria. Three hundred participants comprising 153 females and 147 males with age range of 13-17 years (M 14.77, SD 1.48) and were drawn using a multi-stage sampling technique (balloting, systematic and simple random methods). The study adopted a correlational research design in which multidimensional scale of perceived social support (Zimet et al., 1988), The Suicidal Ideation Questionnaire-JR (Reynolds, 1987) and Barratt Impulsive Scale -11: The BIS-11 (Stanford et al., 2009) were administered for data collection. While hierarchical multiple linear regression analysis was used for data analysis. The results indicated that impulsivity positively predicted suicidal ideation among secondary school students β = 4.585, t = 15.677, P<.001). This implies that students who are impulsive are at high risk of suicidal ideation. The results further revealed that perceived social support and its three dimensions did not predict suicidal ideation among secondary school students (β= 5.412, t = 1.818, Significant others β= .745, t = -.463, family β= 1.070, t = .663, friends β= -2.519, t = -.1.276 ,P>.05). Finally, impulsivity and perceived social support did not jointly predict suicidal ideation among secondary school students β= -.082, t = -1.972, p>.05. There is need for orientation/workshop among secondary school students to educate them against taking actions without foresight that are poorly conceived, prematurely expressed, unnecessarily risky, and inappropriate to situations at hand in the bid to forestall suicidal ideation.
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creator: Andrew Chukwuebuka Ezugwu
creator: Obiageli Omeje
creator: Anthonia Chigozie Nwatu
creator: Queendaline Chinonyelum Aneke
creator: Uzoamaka Francisca Ugwuoke
rights: Copyright (c) 2024 Caritas Journal of Psychology and Behavioral Sciences
date: 2024-10-02
publication date: 2024-10-02

Moderating Role of Socioeconomic Status in the Relationship between Neigborhood Disorder and the tendency to Commit Crime among Undergraduates of Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka
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description: The study investigated neighbourhood disorder and tendency to commit crime; and the moderating role of socioeconomic status among undergraduates of Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. Participants from the study were randomly selected undergraduates who volunteered and were allowed to fill out a Google form, three instruments were used for data collection: criminal behaviour scale, Neighborhood disorder scale and interviewer-rated multivariate assessment of socioeconomic well-being. The study adopted moderated predictive design and analysis was carried out using process macro in the SPSS version 30.0. Results revealed that neighbourhood disorder positively predicted the tendency to commit crimes, socioeconomic status positively and significantly predicted the tendency to commit crimes and socioeconomic status significantly and positively moderated the relationship between neighbourhood disorder and the tendency to commit crimes among undergraduates. It was recommended that the government should provide a secure environment to enable all people’s freedom to engage in economic activities.
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creator: Chioma Agbasimelo
creator: Augustine Ifeanyi Umeatuegbu
creator: Kizito Chizoba Okonkwo
creator: Jane Ogechukwu Okonkwo
creator: Chinonso Gloria Buchi
creator: Chinwe Mariaceline Eze
creator: Michael Okemefuna Okpala
creator: Kingsley Onyibor Nweke
creator: Chibueze Elisha Amuh
rights: Copyright (c) 2024 Caritas Journal of Psychology and Behavioral Sciences
date: 2024-10-02
publication date: 2024-10-02

The Psychological Effects of Parents Utilization of Vacation for Extra Lessons for their Wards and their Consequential Attitude to Learning in Public Primary Schools in Delta State
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description: This study investigates the psychological effects of parents' utilization of vacation for extra lessons for their wards and their consequential attitude to learning in public primary schools in Delta State. The correlational survey design was used. The study population includes 275 parents and primary school teachers from Delta State. A total number of 275 respondents consisting of 100 parents and 175 primary school teachers were selected from 10 primary schools from Delta State. In selecting primary schools, proportional stratified sampling technique was used. The 10 schools were selected from 6 local government areas across the 3 Senatorial Districts in Delta State. A questionnaire self - designed and titled “Psychological Effects of Parents Utilization of Vacation for Extra Lessons Questionnaire (PEPUVELQ)”, validated and its reliability equally determined via a pilot study using test re-test reliability technique with a coefficient index of 0.84 was used. Simple percentage, mean scores, standard deviation and coefficient of determination using 2.50 as benchmark to provide answers to the research questions. Pearson Product Moment Correlation Statistic was used to test the hypotheses at 0.05 level of significance. Findings revealed that psychological effects of parents utilizing vacation for extra lessons for their wards and the impact on students’ attitude to learning in primary schools in Delta State. In conclusion, the utilization of vacation lessons by parents can have both positive and negative psychological effects on children. While vacation lessons can provide academic benefits, enrichment opportunities, and structure, they can also lead to increased stress and anxiety, pressure to perform and meet expectations, limited downtime and relaxation, impact on mental health and well-being and potential negative impact on parent-child relationships. It therefore recommended that parents should consider individual child needs and boundaries. Set realistic expectat…
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creator: James Urien
rights: Copyright (c) 2024 Caritas Journal of Psychology and Behavioral Sciences
date: 2024-09-29
publication date: 2024-09-29

Influence of Career Guidance and Counselling Service on Academic Performance of Secondary School Students in Enugu East sub-country Enugu, Nigeria
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description: This study sought to investigate influence of career guidance and counselling services on academic performance of secondary school students in Enugu East, Enugu. A descriptive survey research design was employed in the study. The population of the study was 33 principals, 33 heads of guidance and counselling departments and all 7903 students in 33 public secondary schools in Enugu East, Sub-county. The sample consisted of 16 schools, 16 principals, 16 guidance and counselling heads of departments, and 381 students. Data was collected using questionnaires and interview schedules. Data was analyzed using both descriptive and inferential statistics. The null hypothesis was tested using Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) at a 0.05 level of significance. The study found that career guidance and counselling services demonstrated a positive significant influence on academic performance (f = 15.179, p≤0.00), with students achieving higher grades benefiting more from those services. The study recommended that Schools should enhance career guidance and counselling services by developing initiatives that specifically target combating career stereotyping. The findings of this study may be of significance to teacher counsellors, teachers, students, school administrators and entire community because they may provide information on how career guidance and counselling services can be used effectively to improve academic performance among secondary school students.
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creator: Chinwendu Linda Chinwe
creator: Baranabas E Nwankwo
rights: Copyright (c) 2024 Caritas Journal of Psychology and Behavioral Sciences
date: 2024-09-29
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Effect Of Psychological Distress On Psychosocial Adjustment Among First-Year Students In Rivers State University
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description: The study investigated the effect of psychological distress on psychosocial adjustment of first-year students at Rivers State University. A sample of 243 students participated in the research, providing data through surveys and assessments. The findings revealed that higher levels of psychological distress were associated with lower psychosocial adjustment, underscoring the importance of addressing mental health concerns for overall well-being. Practical recommendations were provided, including the implementation of mental health awareness campaigns, and gender-inclusive support initiatives. The study contributes to knowledge by advancing our understanding of psychosocial adjustment in higher education and offering actionable insights for universities to enhance the well-being of their first-year students. The inclusion of a holistic assessment method during the admission process was proposed as a novel approach to improve early identification of at-risk students and tailor support strategies effectively.
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creator: Oghenetega Elizabeth Wadi
creator: Benebo Siyeofori Ngo
creator: Ruby Otomama Douglas
creator: Elijah Iyowuna
rights: Copyright (c) 2024 Caritas Journal of Psychology and Behavioral Sciences
date: 2024-09-15
publication date: 2024-09-15

The Moderating Role Of Trust In Leader On Equity Sensitivity And Quality Of Work Life Among a Sample Of Resident Doctors
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description: The study investigated the moderating role of trust in leader on equity sensitivity and quality of work life among a sample of resident doctors. A total number of one hundred and eighteen (118) resident doctors fifty-five (55) males and sixty-three (63) females participated in the study. The participants were selected through multistage sampling technique (cluster, criterion & availability). Participant’s ages ranged from 24-56 years with a mean age of 34.18 and standard deviation of 8.22. Three instruments were used for data collection; Trust in Leader Scale (Adams & Sartori, 2005), Equity Sensitivity Instrument (Huseman, Hatfield & Miles, 1985) and Work Related Quality of Life Scale (Simon & Darren, 2013). The study adopted correlational design and Hayes Regression-Based Macro PROCESS was used to test the hypotheses. Findings indicates that trust in leader was significantly associated with quality of work life among resident doctors (B = .91, p< .01). Equity sensitivity was significantly associated with quality of work life among resident doctors (B = 1.33, p< .001) and trust in leader moderated the relationship between equity sensitivity and quality of work life of resident doctors. Hospital management, consultants and other stakeholders in the medical profession should implement programs and strategies that will create equitable work conditions and enforce positive relationships between leaders and doctors in training in order to enhance their quality of work life.
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creator: Adaobi C Eze
creator: Nmesomachukwu J Kasa
rights: Copyright (c) 2024 Caritas Journal of Psychology and Behavioral Sciences
date: 2024-04-20
publication date: 2024-04-20

The Moderating Role of Work Passion in the Relationship Between Organizational Climate and Burnout in a Sample of Secondary School Teachers
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description: The study investigated the moderating role of work passion in organizational climate and burnout relations among secondary school teachers. A total of two hundred and one (201) participants comprising 28 male and 182 female secondary school teachers from the ages of 24 to 46 years (M = 32.54,SD = 4.03) were drawn for the study using two-stage sampling. Burnout Inventory (Maslach & Jackson, 1986), Organizational Climate Scale (Litwin & Stringer, 1968) and Work Passion (Vallerand, Houlfort & Bourdeau 2003) were used for data collection. A correlational design was adopted for this study , while a moderated hierarchical multiple regression was used for data analysis. Findings show that work passion negatively correlated with emotional exhaustion dimension of burnout of (r= -.12,p < .05), work passion negatively correlated with depersonalization dimension of burnout (r= -.23,p < .001), work passion did not correlate with feeling of reduced personal accomplishment. Organizational climate did not correlate with any dimension of burnout (emotional exhaustion, r= -.08, depersonalisation, r= -.09 and feeling of reduced personal accomplishment, r= .02 at p< .05). Work passion negatively moderated the relationship between organizational climate and two dimensions of burnout (emotional exhaustion, β= -.21 and depersonalisation, β= -.20 at p< .01). Thus, school management should motivate school teachers to enhance work passion, so as to contribute to a decrease in both emotional exhaustion and depersonalization.
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creator: Esther Chidinma Onyeabor
creator: Ikechukwu Nelson Iloabani
creator: Rita Amarachi Nnamani
creator: Emmanuela Blessing Nwatu
creator: Anthonia Chigozie Nwatu
creator: Ejike Anthony Okonkwo
rights: Copyright (c) 2024 Caritas Journal of Psychology and Behavioral Sciences
date: 2024-02-15
publication date: 2024-02-15

Influence Of Marital Status And Gender On Workers Effectiveness Among Hospital Personnel In Federal Teaching Hospitals
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description: This study investigated the influence of marital status and gender on workers’ effectiveness among Hospital Personnel in Federal Teaching Hospitals. Two hypotheses were postulated and tested from data received from 302 participants who were selected through convenience sampling techniques. Participants comprised 96 Medical Doctors, 114 Nurses and 92 Medical Laboratory Scientist (147 males, 155 females, 157 single, 145 married) with ages ranging from 22 to 49 years (M = 35.41, SD = 9.33). Data was collected using a reliable and validated scale; Workers Effectiveness Scale (WES) developed by Onwuamaegbu Promise (2015). Cross Sectional Survey design was adopted while 2-way Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) was used to analysis data collected. The study's finding indicated that marital status and gender independently had no significant influence on effectiveness of hospital Personnel (P>.05). A critical recommendation based on this result is that, owners of Organization and Human Resource Managers should not use marital status and gender factors as yardsticks for recruitment since it would not influence or determine how effective a worker could be.
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creator: Promise O Onwuamaegbu
creator: Emmanuel E Uzodinma
creator: Chukwuka N Nwamaka
creator: Raymond O Omeni- Pius
rights: Copyright (c) 2024 Caritas Journal of Psychology and Behavioral Sciences
date: 2024-02-14
publication date: 2024-02-14

Depression as a Predictor of Suicidal Ideation among Enugu State University of Science Undergraduate Students
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description: The study investigated depression as a predictor of suicidal ideation among Enugu State University of Science and Technology (ESUT) undergraduate students. A sample of 118 students 65 males and 53 females were sampled in the study. The age range of the participants ranged from 17 to 27 years with mean age of 19.68 and standard deviation of 2.33. Simple (balloting) and systematic sampling techniques were used in selecting the participants. Information was obtained from the participants through the administration of two instruments: Self-rating Depression Scale and Beck Scale for Suicidal Ideation. The study adopted a correlational design while simple linear regression analysis was applied on the data. The result shows that the predictor variable (depression) accounted for 6.9% (R2 change) variance in suicidal ideation, which is significant to F change (1,116) = 8.543, sig.004; β = .218 t(118) = 2.923 sig. = 0.004. Gender as a control variable showed that female students are prone to suicidal ideation more than their male counterparts. The implications of this study were discussed in relation to literature reviewed and recommendations made. It was concluded that ESUT undergraduate students who manifest depression are may experience suicidal ideation.
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creator: Melody Ngozi Uzoh
creator: Anthonia Chigozie Nwatu
creator: Alexander Chinaza Aneke
creator: B. K Anikene
creator: Obiageli Omeje
rights: Copyright (c) 2024 Caritas Journal of Psychology and Behavioral Sciences
date: 2024-02-05
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The Moderating Role of Hope in Emotional Labour and Organizational Commitment in a Sample of Hotel Workers in Aba
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description: The study examined the moderating role of the hope in emotional labour and organizational commitment in a sample of hotel workers in Aba. A total of one hundred and ninety two (192) hotel workers were sampled. The respondents include workers from three (3) Nigeria hotels located in Aba Abia State namely: Vista hotel, hotel du Golf and Navichotel. Among the participants seventy nine (79) were males and one hundred and thirteen (113) females with the range of 20-46 years (M=33.76, SD =6.18). The researcher employed a correlational design because it will investigate relationship between variables without manipulating/controlling any of the variable. A moderated hierarchical regression was used for data Analysis. Three set of instrument Hope scale, Emotional Labour scale and organizational commitment scale were used. The result of the study showed that Hope significant prediction of organizational commitment (β=16, P<.05). Emotional labour dimension surface acting showed significant prediction of organizational commitment dimension countenance (β = 19, P<.01). Organizational commitment dimension, normative commitment and emotional labour dimension, deep acting showed significant positive prediction of organizational commitment (β=.47, p<.01). The findings were discussed in relation to literature reviewed and suggestions made.
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creator: Ikechukwu Nelson Iloabani
creator: Esther Chidinma Onyeabor
creator: Ositadinma Mathew Nwodo
creator: Emmanuel Moses Chukwuma
creator: Anthonia Nwatu
creator: Ejike Okonkwo
rights: Copyright (c) 2023 Caritas Journal of Psychology and Behavioral Sciences
date: 2023-12-20
publication date: 2023-12-20

Parenting Styles as Predictors of Social Maladjustment among Undergraduate Students
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description: The study investigated parenting styles as predictors of social maladjustment among undergraduate students, with one hundred and twenty (120) undergraduate students with mean age of 21.63 and SD of 2.40140 were selected using multi-stage (cluster, simple random: by balloting and purposive) sampling techniques as participants from Enugu State University of Science and Technology, Enugu. Two sets of instruments were used for the study namely; Baumrid (1971) Parental care scale and Wiggins (1966), social maladjustment scale were used for data collections, a cross sectional design was adopted, the statistical test used for data analysis is linear regression using Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) Version 25 software. Thus, Means and standard deviation distributions will be investigated. These will help to determine the direction and strength of the relationships among the study variables (George, 2008). Findings shows that parental style (authoritative at sig.= . .080 and permissiveness at sig.= .118) which exceeded the benchmark of at p< .05 didn’t independently predict social. While authoritarian predicted sig.= .018 which falls below the benchmark of at p< .05 positively predict social maladjustment, Hence parents are advice to adopt both permissive and authoritative style of parenting and authoritarian style so as to enable the student adjust to the society perfectly.
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creator: Theodora Onyinyechi Nwodo
creator: Martins Ikechukwu Amadi
creator: Victor Chimdiebube
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date: 2023-12-20
publication date: 2023-12-20

Role of Personality, Religiosity and Psychoactive Drug Use on Risky Sexual Behaviour among Youth in Owerri
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description: The study investigated Role of Personality, Religiosity and Psycho-active Drug Use on Risky Sexual Behavior among youths in Owerri. A total of three hundred participants were selected through convenience sampling technique. The participants are undergraduates in Imo State University and youths in Students’ market Imo State University (IMSU) front gate. The study tested six hypotheses and utilized four instruments which results were gotten through participant’s opinions that were used in this study. The instruments are; the Sexual Risk Behavior Scale (SRBS) developed by Lawal (2013), Mac-Andrew Alcoholism Scale (MAS) developed by Craig Mac Andrew, Religious Affiliation Scale (RAS) developed by P.F. Omoluabi and the Eysenck Personality Questionnaire (EPQ) (adult form) developed by Eysenck (1975). A cross sectional survey design was adopted; Hierarchical Multiple Regression statistics was used in analyzing the data. Results showed that psychoticism and extraversion significantly predicted risky sexual behavior. Result also showed that religiosity and Psycho-active drug use significantly predicted risky sexual behavior. The results were discussed in line with current theories. Thus, recommendations were made.
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creator: Helen I Nnamdi-Annorzie
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date: 2023-12-06
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The Moderating Role of Optimism in the Relationship between Empty Nest Syndrome and Life Satisfaction in Middle Age Adults
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description: This study investigated the moderating role of optimism in the relationship between empty nest syndrome and life satisfaction in middle age adults. A total of one hundred and fifty (150) middle aged adults in Enugu State participated in this study. These participants ninety (90) more males and sixty (60) were females. Their ages ranged from 40-60 years. Three instruments were used in this study. These include: empty Nest Syndrome Scale, Optimism scale and life satisfaction scale. Hayes process macro was used to analyse the data. Results showed that empty nest syndrome did not significantly relate with life satisfaction among middle aged adults. Optimism did not moderate the relationship between empty nest syndrome and life satisfaction among middle aged adults. From the results, the implication of the study is that optimism is the key that drives middle aged adults to life satisfaction.
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creator: Raphael U Anike
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date: 2023-11-18
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Burnout and Work-Family Conflict as Predictors of Psychological Well-Being among Paramilitary Officers in Ibadan, Oyo State
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description: This study investigated burnout and work-family conflict as predictors of psychological well-being among paramilitary officers in Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria. The study adopted cross-sectional survey design while using purposive sampling technique to select Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) officers. Data were conveniently collected from 238 officers using three validated scales: Burnout Scale, Work-to Family Conflict Scale, and Psychological Well-Being Scale. Data were analysed using t-test of independent samples and multiple regression analysis. Three hypotheses were tested and accepted at a p < 0.05 level of significance. The result indicated that burnout significantly influenced psychological well-being among study participants [t (234) = 6.33, p < 0.05] such that participants who reported low burnout reported higher psychological well-being (M =128.30, SD = 13.57) than officers who reported high burnout (M = 115.67, SD= 16.91). Also, the result revealed that work-family conflict significantly influenced psychological well-being [t (234) = 5.63, p < 0.05] such that officers who reported low work-family conflict indicated higher psychological well-being (M = 129.01, SD = 15.90) compared to officers who reported high work-family conflict (M = 117.44, SD = 15.16). The result further showed that burnout and work-family conflict jointly predicted psychological well-being among officers [R2 = .57, F (2, 231) = 154.13, p < 0.05]. The study concluded that burnout and work-family conflict are good predictors of psychological well-being among the NSCDC officers in Ibadan. Therefore, the study recommended that human resource managers should put in place skills training to cope with burnout and work-family conflict among officers.
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creator: David E Okurame
creator: Adebimpe O Adefioye
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Evaluating the Knowledge of Managing Depression among Nursing Students in Tansian University, Umunya, Oba Campus, Anambra State
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description: Depression is a growing mental health concern among university students, yet many, including nursing students preparing for future clinical roles, demonstrate limited understanding of its recognition and management. This study evaluated nursing students' knowledge of managing depression among undergraduates (200–500 level) at Tansian University, Umunya, Oba Campus, Anambra State, Nigeria. A cross-sectional descriptive design was adopted, using a proportionally stratified sample of 205 students drawn from an accessible population of 420 via Taro Yamane's formula. Data were collected using a structured, validated questionnaire and analysed using frequency and percentage distributions. Findings showed that students possessed moderate to good knowledge of the clinical, medical, and nursing management of depression, including suicide-risk assessment, first-line pharmacological treatment, and therapeutic communication. However, notable gaps remained in knowledge of self-care strategies and adaptive coping mechanisms, with some students still endorsing maladaptive behaviours such as substance use. Stigma, fear of judgement, and confidentiality concerns emerged as major barriers to help-seeking. The study concludes that while nursing students have a reasonable clinical foundation, targeted mental health literacy programmes are needed to strengthen self-care knowledge and reduce stigma-related barriers. Strengthening curriculum content and counselling services is recommended to better prepare nursing students for their own wellbeing and future clinical practice.
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creator: Afam Ndu
creator: Ijeoma Judith Ilo
creator: Vera Ogechi Osuagwu
creator: Chitoo Stephanie Osuorah
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date: 2026-06-28
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Adverse Childhood Experiences as Predictors of Substance Use Disorder among Female Youths in Plateau State, Nigeria
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description: This study examined the predictive influence of adverse childhood experiences (physical abuse, emotional abuse, emotional neglect, parental neglect, and sexual abuse) on Substance Use Disorder (SUD) among female youths in Plateau State, anchored on Bronfenbrenner’s (1977) Ecological Theory. The study adopted a retrospective cross-sectional survey design. A total of 159 female youths with a mean age of 29.69±7.53 years were recruited from four healthcare facilities in Plateau State: Intellect Mental Health Centre Services, Jos University Teaching Hospital (JUTH), Queen’s Healthcare Centre (QHC), and Vom Christian Medical Centre. All participants were pathological substance users who had been diagnosed and were receiving treatment at the respective facilities. Validated instruments with acceptable reliability coefficients (.73–.87) were used to assess ACEs and SUD. Hierarchical regression analysis revealed that adverse childhood experiences were significant independent and joint predictors of substance use disorder, explaining about 5% of the observed variance. Apart from sexual abuse, early adverse experiences of physical abuse, emotional abuse, emotional neglect, and parental neglect emerged as significant independent predictors of SUD among the female youths. Physical abuse showed the strongest predictive validity, consistent with findings that physical maltreatment during childhood was related to injection drug use among youths, and comparatively higher among females. The research hypothesis was confirmed, demonstrating that young women who are exposed to early traumatic events are likely to resort to problematic substance use. This study underscores the urgent need for trauma-informed care integration in mental health facilities and specialized women’s treatment programs in Plateau State. Prevention efforts should target children exposed to physical abuse, emotional abuse, and neglect, as these have been identified as significant predictors of later SUD.
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creator: Linda Opuene
creator: James Abel
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creator: Gloria Samuel Karuri
rights: Copyright (c) 2026 Caritas Journal of Psychology and Behavioral Sciences
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Personality Traits And Coping Strategies As Predictors Of Resilience In Military Personnel Deployed In Joint Task Force Operations Northwest, Nigeria
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description: Military personnel deployed in high-risk conflict zones face significant psychological challenges that may compromise their resilience and operational effectiveness, yet limited research has examined the mechanisms linking personality characteristics and coping processes to resilience in the Nigerian military context. This study investigated whether personality traits (Neuroticism, Agreeableness, Extraversion, Openness, and Conscientiousness) and coping strategies (problem-focused, emotion-focused, and avoidance-focused) predict resilience among military personnel deployed in Joint Task Force Operations in Northwest Nigeria. A cross-sectional survey design was employed with 385 military personnel aged 21–41 years (M = 27.00, SD = 4.05). The Big Five Personality Inventory (BFI-10), the Coping Questionnaire (WCQ-SF), and the Connor-Davidson Resilience Scale (CD-RISC-10) were used for data collection. Data were analysed using standard multiple regression. Results revealed that personality traits significantly predicted resilience [R² = .984, F(5, 379) = 4811.891, p < .01], with Extraversion (β = .967, p < .001) and Agreeableness (β = .048, p < .05) emerging as significant predictors. Coping strategies also significantly predicted resilience [R² = .964, F(3, 381) = 3419.207, p < .001], with problem-focused (β = .865, p < .001) and emotion-focused (β = .407, p < .001) coping contributing significantly, while avoidance coping did not (β = .023, p = .682). When entered simultaneously, the combined model significantly predicted resilience [R² = .984, F(8, 376) = 2984.607, p < .001]; however, only Extraversion (β = .992, p < .001) made a significant independent contribution. Findings suggest that resilience is differentially shaped by personality traits and coping strategies, with Extraversion emerging as the most robust predictor. Interventions targeting social engagement, active problem-solving, and emotional regulation may help enhance resilience among military personnel …
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creator: Nnamdi Samuel Ogodo
creator: D. O Atafo
creator: Legbeti Grace Ohunene
creator: Antipas Shoonwua
rights: Copyright (c) 2026 Caritas Journal of Psychology and Behavioral Sciences
date: 2026-07-13
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Factors Influencing Infant Feeding Option Among Hiv Positive Mothers Attending St Patrick’s Hospital (Mile Four) Abakaliki, Ebonyi State
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description: This study examined the factors influencing infant feeding options among HIV-positive mothers attending St. Patrick’s Hospital Mile 4, Abakaliki, Ebonyi State. The study was guided by three specific objectives focusing on socio-economic, maternal, and infant-related factors affecting infant feeding choices. A descriptive survey design was adopted, and a sample of 138 HIV-positive mothers was selected from a population of 211 using the Taro Yamane formula. Convenience sampling technique was used. Data were collected using a researcher-structured questionnaire with four sections and analyzed using simple percentage distribution. Findings showed that socio-economic conditions strongly influenced infant feeding choices. Although most respondents had access to clean drinking water, many lacked storage facilities, considered baby formula expensive, and reported insufficient money to meet basic feeding needs. Maternal factors also played a role, as many respondents stated that they make decisions about their baby’s feeding method, while some indicated that their health condition affected feeding. Infant-related factors were less common but still relevant, especially in cases involving refusal to breastfeed or health conditions that made sucking difficult. The study concluded that infant feeding options among HIV-positive mothers are shaped by a combination of economic constraints, maternal health and decision-making, and infant conditions. It recommended improved counseling, economic support, and stronger infant-feeding guidance for HIV-positive mothers to promote safer and more appropriate feeding practices.
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creator: Afam Ndu
creator: Ijeoma Judith Ilo
creator: Vera Ogechi Osuagwu
creator: Chitoo Stephanie Osuorah
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date: 2025-11-20
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Attitude And Utilization Of National Health Insurance Scheme Among Nurses In Federal University Teaching Hospital Owerri
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description: This study assessed the attitudes and utilization of the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) among nurses at Federal University Teaching Hospital, Owerri (FUTHO), and identified factors influencing their attitudes and utilization of the scheme. A descriptive cross-sectional survey design was adopted for the study. The target population comprised 130 registered nurses working at FUTHO, while data were analyzed from 100 completed questionnaires using descriptive statistics, including frequencies, percentages, means, and grand mean scores. Findings revealed that nurses generally exhibited a negative attitude towards the NHIS, with a grand mean score of 2.43, which was below the decision criterion of 2.50. Most respondents expressed nonchalant feelings towards the scheme and questioned its continuity. Despite the negative attitude observed, the level of utilization was relatively high, with 75% of respondents reporting that they utilized the NHIS, while 25% did not. Among the users, 53% reported always utilizing the scheme, 25% seldom utilized it, 15% rarely utilized it, and 7% never utilized it. Furthermore, the majority of respondents (80%) had been registered with the scheme for one to five years. The study also identified several factors affecting attitudes and utilization of NHIS among nurses. These included gender, location and distance to NHIS facilities, accessibility to healthcare services, poor reception, expensive drugs, and environmental conditions, with an overall grand mean score of 2.92 indicating significant influence. However, long queues and insufficient funds were not perceived as major influencing factors. The study concludes that although nurses at FUTHO generally hold negative attitudes toward the NHIS, the scheme enjoys substantial utilization among them. Factors related to accessibility, service delivery, and healthcare facility characteristics significantly influence both attitudes and utilization. The study recommends strengthening awarenes…
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creator: Afam Ndu
creator: Ijeoma Judith Ilo
creator: Vera Ogechi Osuagwu
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rights: Copyright (c) 2026 Caritas Journal of Psychology and Behavioral Sciences
date: 2026-07-03
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Separate and Combined Effects of Energy Drinks and Alcohol Intake on Exploratory Behaviour of Male Albino Rats
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description: The increasing concurrent consumption of energy drinks and alcohol raises concerns about their combined effects on learning and exploratory behaviour, yet controlled experimental evidence remains limited. This study examined the separate and combined effects of energy drink and alcohol consumption on exploratory behaviour in male albino Wistar rats using the T-maze paradigm. Twenty-seven rats (160–190 g) were randomly assigned to four groups (n = 7 per group) and orally administered energy drink (Red Bull), alcohol (Smirnoff vodka), a combination of both, or distilled water (control) for 28 days. Exploratory behaviour was assessed using task completion latency. Data were analysed using one-way analysis of variance (ANOVA) followed by Tukey’s honestly significant difference (HSD) post hoc tests, with statistical significance set at p < .05. A significant main effect of treatment was observed, F(3, 23) = 9.349, p < .001, η² = .549, indicating that substance administration accounted for 54.9% of the variance in performance. Rats exposed to alcohol exhibited significantly impaired performance (M = 216.38 s) compared with the control group (M = 113.71 s, p = .001) and the energy drink group (M = 117.75 s, p = .002). No significant difference was observed between the energy drink and control groups (p = .998). The combined energy drink–alcohol group demonstrated intermediate impairment, performing significantly worse than the control (p = .019) and energy drink (p = .028) groups. These findings indicate that chronic alcohol exposure significantly impairs spatial learning and memory, whereas energy drink consumption alone does not markedly influence exploratory performance. Co-administration of energy drinks with alcohol does not mitigate alcohol-induced cognitive deficits, highlighting potential neurobehavioural risks associated with their concurrent use.
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creator: Shyngle Kolawole Balogun
creator: Jackson I Osuh
creator: Femi E Babalola
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Caritas Journal of Psychology and Behavioral Sciences
date: 2025-12-10
publication date: 2025-12-10

Influence of Occupational Stress, Work-Life Balance, and Gender on Organisational Commitment of Teachers in Public Secondary Schools in Imo State
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description: This study examined the influence of occupational stress, work-life balance, and gender on organisational commitment among teachers in public secondary schools in Imo State, Nigeria. Three hypotheses were formulated and tested. A total of 183 teachers (93 males, 90 females), selected through a convenience sampling technique, participated in the study. Of these, 102 were married and 81 were single, with ages ranging from 28 to 56 years (M = 42.20, SD = 7.28). Participants completed validated measures of occupational stress, work-life balance, and organisational commitment. A cross-sectional survey design was employed, and data were analysed using three-step hierarchical multiple regression. Findings indicated that occupational stress, work-life balance, and gender did not significantly predict organisational commitment. Based on these results, it is recommended that government and school administrators explore more flexible scheduling and supportive policies to help teachers better manage work and personal responsibilities, potentially enhancing overall commitment.
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creator: Nelly Ezirim
creator: Ngozi Sydney-agbor
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date: 2025-11-03
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Abusive Supervision Emotional Exhaustion and Work Family Conflict as Predictors of Organizational Cynicism among Nigeria Security and Civil Defense Officers in Imo State
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description: This study examined Abusive Supervision, Emotional Exhaustion, and Work-Family Conflict as predictors of Organizational Cynicism among Nigeria Security and Civil Defense Officers in Imo State. A total of 273 officers from the Nigeria Security and Civil Defense Corps (NSCDC) in Imo State participated in the study. The participants were selected using the convenience sampling technique. The age range of the participants was between 27 and 58 years (M = 41.21, SD = 7.93), comprising 111 males and 162 females. Three hypotheses were formulated and tested. Data were collected using paper-based questionnaires, which included a demographic survey and four standardized self-report measures. They are: the Abusive Supervision Scale (ASS) by Tepper (2000), the Burnout Inventory (OLDI) by Demerouti et al. (2003), the Work-Family Conflict Scale (WFC) by Haslam et al. (2015), and the Organizational Cynicism Scale by Dean, Brandes, and Dharwadkar (1998). The study employed a cross-sectional survey design, and data were analyzed using hierarchical multiple regression. Findings revealed that Abusive supervision significantly predicted organizational cynicism (accounting for 27.7% of the variance), Emotional exhaustion was also a significant predictor (explaining 12.2% of the variance), and Work-family conflict contributed significantly as well, though modestly, accounting for 3.3% of the variance. These findings underscore the importance of adopting a holistic, evidence-based approach to organizational leadership that promotes ethical and non-abusive management practices, supports employee emotional well-being, and fosters a healthy work-life balance. Such measures are crucial to mitigating organizational cynicism among security personnel.
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creator: Ethelbert Chinaka Njoku
creator: Anthony C Ibeh
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date: 2025-09-15
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Family Relationship, Self-Esteem, And Gender As Factors In Social Maladjustment Of Imo State University Students
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description: The study investigated the influence of family relationship, self-esteem, and gender on social maladjustment of Imo State University students. Three hypotheses were postulated to guide the study. Three hundred students were selected through a convenience sampling technique from Imo State University, Owerri. Their ages ranged from 16-25 years with a mean age of 18 years. The participants were administered the Index of Family Relations developed by Hudson (1982), and the Index of Self-Esteem developed by Hudson (1982). and the Social Maladjustment Scale developed by Wiggins (1966). A cross-sectional survey design was adopted, and chi-square statistics were used for data analysis. Results revealed that family relations are a significant determinant of social maladjustment among undergraduates of Imo State University. Self-esteem is a significant determinant of social maladjustment among undergraduates of Imo State University. Also, gender is not a significant determinant of social maladjustment among undergraduates of Imo State University. Recommendations’ and suggestions were made based on the implications of the findings.
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creator: Ethelbert Chinaka Njoku
creator: Chidinma Pearl Karen Adanna Udechukwu
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date: 2025-08-30
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Revolutionizing Mental Health: The Role of Artificial Intelligence in Modern Clinical Psychology
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description: The rapid advancement of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming the landscape of mental health care and clinical psychology. AI-powered tools—ranging from natural language processing (NLP) chatbots to predictive analytics—are enhancing the accuracy of diagnoses, enabling personalized treatment plans, and extending access to therapy for underserved populations. This paper presents a systematic review of AI applications in mental health, focusing on psychological assessment, AI-assisted psychotherapy, suicide prevention, and precision psychiatry. A thematic analysis of 60 peer-reviewed studies from 2010 to 2024 highlights both the immense potential and pressing ethical concerns associated with AI integration. We conclude with recommendations for responsible innovation and collaborative frameworks that bridge technological advancement with human-centered care.
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creator: Chioma Ugwa
creator: Obinnaya Chinecherem Beloved Omankwu
creator: Chioma Grace Nwankwo
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Caritas Journal of Psychology and Behavioral Sciences
date: 2025-08-17
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Job Insecurity, Work Life Balance And Quality Of Work Life As Predictors Of Psychological Wellbeing Among Secondary School Teachers In Ibadan South West Local Government, Oyo State
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description: This paper examines the influence of work-life balance, quality of work life, and job insecurity on psychological wellbeing among secondary school teachers in Ibadan, Oyo State. There were 200 respondents used in the study, about 11 hypotheses were tested. Correlation analysis revealed that work-life balance had no significant relationship with psychological wellbeing (r = -0.03, p > .05) and most of its subcomponents, except for environmental mastery and autonomy, which showed significant negative relationships (r = -0.16, p < .05). This indicates that teachers with higher work-life balance reported lower levels of environmental mastery and autonomy. Quality of work life, however, showed significant positive correlations with psychological wellbeing (r = 0.23, p < .01) and five of its subcomponents, including self-acceptance, positive relations, environmental mastery, purpose in life, and autonomy. Job insecurity also showed positive correlations with psychological wellbeing and its components, but not with personal growth. Independent t-tests were used to test four hypotheses. There was no significant difference in psychological wellbeing between teachers with high and low job insecurity [t(198) = 0.76, p > .05]. However, a significant difference was found based on work-life balance [t(198) = 2.09, p < .05], but in an unexpected direction: teachers with low work-life balance reported higher wellbeing. No significant difference in psychological wellbeing was observed based on quality of work life or gender. Multiple regression analysis showed that work-life balance, quality of work life, and job insecurity jointly predicted psychological wellbeing [R² = 0.07, F(3,196) = 4.77, p < .01], though none of the predictors had a significant independent effect. These predictors also jointly predicted self-acceptance and positive relations with others, with quality of work life and job insecurity emerging as significant individual predictors for each outcome respectively. Ov…
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creator: Sunday Peter Falowo
creator: Shyngle K Balogun
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date: 2025-09-14
publication date: 2025-09-14

The Impact of Incorporating Mindfulness into Nigerian Secondary Schools Curricula: Advantages and Disadvantages
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description: The study explored the impact of incorporating mindfulness into Nigerian secondary schools curricula: advantages and disadvantages. Incorporating mindfulness into secondary schools curricula offers numerous benefits for students’ mental health, academic performance, social skills and positive school culture. The study adopted the survey research method. The population for this study comprised all public secondary school principals, teachers and students in Delta State. The sample for this study was 50 principals, 100 teachers and 150 students in selected public secondary schools Delta State. A self-structured questionnaire titled Incorporation of Mindfulness into Secondary School Curricula Questionnaire (IMSSCQ) were used to collect data for the study. The reliability coefficients of the instruments ranged from 0.81 to 0.86 through Cronbach Alpha. Simple percentage, Mean, standard deviation, and Pearson “r” statistics were the statistical tools deployed for the analysis of data collected. The results of the study indicated that incorporating mindfulness into secondary school curricula has the potential to transform the educational landscape and also improve decision-making of students through thoughtfulness and self-awareness. In conclusion, the integration of mindfulness practices in schools offers significant potential benefits, including improved student focus, emotional regulation, and overall well-being. However, successful implementation requires careful consideration of the challenges, such as time, teacher training, cultural resistance, logistical constraints, and the need for age-appropriate interventions.
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creator: James Urien
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date: 2025-03-11
publication date: 2025-03-11

Influence of Workplace Happiness on Organizational Commitment among Healthcare Workers in Ibadan Metropolis, Oyo State, Nigeria
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description: A cross-sectional research design investigated factors influencing organizational commitment among healthcare professionals. Respondents comprised 397 healthcare professionals, including doctors, nurses, pharmacists, technicians, and administrative staff in public hospitals in Ibadan. Respondents were selected using a multi-stage sampling technique. Data was collected using questionnaires. Participants’ ages ranged from 25 to 64 years, with a mean age of 41.58 (SD = 9.90). Results showed that workplace happiness significantly influenced affective organizational commitment (�� (395) = − 2.993, �� < 0.01, �� = −.30). Similarly, workplace happiness significantly influenced normative commitment (�� (395) = − 2.603, �� < 0.01, �� = −.26). However, there was no significant influence of workplace happiness on the continuance dimension of organizational commitment (�� (395) = − 1.898, �� =.058). Findings suggest workplace happiness is crucial for fostering affective and normative commitment. Healthcare organizations should enhance workplace happiness through supportive environments, recognition, and open communication to strengthen affective and normative commitment
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rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Caritas Journal of Psychology and Behavioral Sciences
date: 2025-03-12
publication date: 2025-03-12