ORCID Profile
0000-0002-2173-8907
Current Organisation
Deakin University
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Publisher: Informa UK Limited
Date: 05-05-2019
Publisher: Mary Ann Liebert Inc
Date: 12-2022
Publisher: Informa UK Limited
Date: 17-05-2022
Publisher: Ovid Technologies (Wolters Kluwer Health)
Date: 11-2017
Publisher: Elsevier BV
Date: 07-2019
Publisher: Elsevier BV
Date: 03-2017
Publisher: SAGE Publications
Date: 06-12-2016
Abstract: In teaching social psychology, the process of identifying a particular theorist can lead to an enhanced understanding of the theories associated with that in idual. Employing this process into a summative assessment, this article outlines an exercise that facilitated the teaching of introductory social psychology to 147 undergraduate students. The students completed an exercise in the critical evaluation and ranking of the contributions of several significant figures in the history of social psychology. Evaluations of the exercise revealed that the most popular triad included various combinations of Festinger, Asch, and Milgram. Additional analyses highlighted no differences in choice of triad between genders, nor were there differences in assessment grade for the chosen triad. Student choices of the exemplars suggested that decisions were guided by selected principles, and that systematic selection of the exemplars in further iterations of the exercise will enable the exploration of the links students make between the theorists and their collective work.
Publisher: Frontiers Media SA
Date: 14-10-2021
DOI: 10.3389/FPSYG.2021.721238
Abstract: Increasing prevalence rates of mental health problems among adolescents is an issue of growing concern. Surf therapy is a novel intervention that may provide tangible benefits to address this problem. Congruent with the ecological dynamics perspective (EDP), the existing research postulates that surf therapy yields psychological benefits in part due to the unique affordances of immersion in a blue space such as the ocean. Evidence worldwide has validated the use of surfing as a therapeutic mediator to achieve positive change, however, no such research has been conducted on Australian adolescents. The current study aimed to evaluate the impact of the Waves of Wellness (WOW) Foundation's 8 week surf therapy program on mental health outcomes in Australian at-risk youth. The study employed a mixed-methods design to examine the experiences of participants. Nine adolescents ( M age = 14.9 SD = 1.2 8 female) participated in the quantitative stage, with four completing the qualitative interview. Results indicated positive changes in resilience, self-esteem, social connectedness, and depressive symptoms post-intervention, however, improvements were not maintained at follow-up. Participants unanimously agreed that the program normalised their experiences with mental health through the unique leaning environment and fostered personal growth through mastery experiences and the development of healthy relationships. The EDP provided the most compelling explanation of the results denoting that benefits arise from the reciprocal relationship between in idual, task, and environment. Despite the small and heterogenous s le, the findings provided preliminary evidence of the efficacy of surf therapy among Australian youth and offer a potential starting point for further research utilising larger more erse s les.
Publisher: American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS)
Date: 06-10-2017
Publisher: SAGE Publications
Date: 06-2015
Abstract: The aim of this study was to investigate the influence of sporting experience on the perceived effectiveness of career development support and the experience of career decision-making difficulty for current Australian Football League (AFL) players. Thirty-four AFL players ( M age = 24, SD = 3.98), with varied playing experience in the AFL ( M games = 87.82, SD = 93.41), completed measures of career decision-making, and career-related support. Results indicated that participants did not report experiencing career decision-making difficulty regardless of playing experience. Findings also indicated that AFL players rate the career-related support provided by the player development manager as effective for their career and educational development. This research contributes to an understanding of the benefit of providing career support for professional athletes.
Publisher: Frontiers Media SA
Date: 03-11-2022
DOI: 10.3389/FPSYG.2022.889250
Abstract: Social prescriptions are one term commonly used to describe non-pharmaceutical approaches to healthcare and are gaining popularity in the community, with evidence highlighting psychological benefits of reduced anxiety, depression and improved mood and physiological benefits of reduced risk of cardiovascular disease and reduced hypertension. The relationship between human health benefits and planetary health benefits is also noted. There are, however, numerous barriers, such as duration and frequencies to participate in activities, access, suitability, volition and a range of unpredictable variables (such as inclement weather, shifting interests and relocating home amongst others) impeding a comprehensive approach to their use on a wider scale. From a multidisciplinary perspective, this commentary incorporates a salutogenic and nature-based approach to health, we also provide a range of recommendations that can be undertaken at the patient level to assist in shifting the acknowledged systemic barriers currently occurring. These include using simple language to explain the purpose of health empowerment scripts, ensuing personal commitment to a minimum timeframe, enabling ease of access, co-designing a script program, providing ongoing motivational support and incorporating mindfulness to counter unexpected disruptions.
Publisher: VM Media SP. zo.o VM Group SK
Date: 22-12-2015
Publisher: VM Media SP. zo.o VM Group SK
Date: 19-03-2015
Publisher: Frontiers Media SA
Date: 14-03-2022
DOI: 10.3389/FPSYG.2022.817685
Abstract: A recent upsurge in nature-based exercise research demonstrates the potential added benefits of exercising in this context compared to more urban ones. Yet there is a lack of qualitative research investigating the lived experiences of those who participate in nature-based exercise events. To explore the lived experience of in iduals who were first-time participants in a nature-based running event. Six participants who completed the Run Forrest trail run for the first time were in idually interviewed. Semi-structured interviews were devised, and participants were invited to talk about their experiences of running in the event. Interviews were analysed using interpretative phenomenological analysis. Following data analysis, two superordinate themes were constructed to resemble participant experiences. “Maintaining good health is vital” reflected participants’ personal theory of health and their perceived benefits of exercise. “Nature as a special place” reflected the atmospheric characteristics of the event, including the pre-event set-up and the actual running event itself. Analysis suggests that participants considered the event and natural environment to provide unique value adding opportunities that encouraged positive experiences. These results also reaffirm the positive benefits associated with nature-based exercise, including potential benefits to in idual wellbeing. Further research in this context may strengthen our collective understanding regarding in idual motivation towards such events.
Publisher: Frontiers Media SA
Date: 09-07-2021
DOI: 10.3389/FSPOR.2021.696205
Abstract: Anecdotal reports within the Caribbean track and field fraternity have revealed that there is a high level of athlete dropout from competitive sport at the junior-elite level, and a poor transition to senior-elite status. Consequently, this qualitative investigation explored the key motives that may have contributed toward the unsuccessful transitions and ensuing dropout of Caribbean track and field athletes during the junior to senior transition period. Eleven former junior-elite track and field athletes (four males, seven females M age = 29, SD ± 4.2 years) from four English-speaking Caribbean islands participated in semi-structured interviews. Following an inductive and deductive thematic analysis, four higher order themes were identified: (1) “there's not enough support” (2) “felt pressure to make sure I committed” (3) “it's always competitive here” and (4) “battle with the injuries.” For these former junior-elite Caribbean athletes, the decision on whether to continue within the sport was influenced by a combination of factors, although inadequate financial and organizational support had the most bearing on athletes' decision to drop out during the crucial transition years. Implications for consideration by key stakeholders and policymakers within the region are discussed.
Publisher: Informa UK Limited
Date: 27-10-2017
Publisher: Informa UK Limited
Date: 19-02-2021
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