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There has been a paucity of literature discussing how to address consent procedures as part of ethics, practitioner development, and best practice in applied sport psychology. Several researchers have addressed ethical challenges (e.g., out-of-session contact, overidentification, time, and space). However, none have substantially considered the sport-specific issues related to consent, which sits at the heart of best practice. The scarcity of discussing consent is limiting sport psychology's potential to establish itself as a more recognized profession. This article highlights some contextual issues that challenge the idea and efficacy of informed consent. It proposes adapting consent procedures in the collaboration between sport psychology practitioners and clients to better address the current contextual challenges in applied sport psychology. In doing so, the current paper introduces Empowered Consent, which is specifically designed to empower athletes and address challenges related to choosing interventions, contractual obligations, visibility in the environment, and staff trying to gain insights into confidential information. The author offers a model to enhance applied practice for those collaborating with athletes and other clients in sport. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Key governing bodies (e.g., Association for Applied Sport Psychology) recognize that graduate programs must prepare multiculturally competent practitioners. Students and recent graduates of sport psychology master's degree programs (N = 107, Mage = 26.32, SD = 5.19) reported moderate levels of feeling safe, valued, and comfortable within their program; low to moderate levels of multicultural training integration; and low to moderate satisfaction with their multicultural training. Students of Color (n = 42) compared to White students (n = 63) reported less satisfaction with their multicultural training; felt less safe, comfortable, and valued; and perceived less multicultural integration. Furthermore, perceptions of multicultural training integration and of feeling safe, comfortable, and valued were significantly related to satisfaction with their multicultural training. Training programs are advised to improve integration of multicultural training, invest in program climate to help students feel safe and valued, and ensure continuing education of faculty members. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The current study explored how applied sport psychology practitioners adopting client-led stances described two of their athlete interactions. Applied sport psychology practitioners (8 female and 12 male, mean age = 33.76 years, SD = 4.70), describing themselves as client-led practitioners, discussed two athlete consultancies during open-ended interviews. Data analysis involved examining the narrative structure of practitioners' stories and identifying the features of client-led service delivery present in the accounts. The participants' stories reflected a collaborative empiricism narrative in which they collaborated with athletes to resolve client issues. The stories contained features of client-led person-centered therapy and the use of practitioner-led techniques and interventions. The results point to applied implications such as providing accounts of service delivery on which practitioners can reflect as they consider the ways they wish to help clients. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This study examined how psychologists working in men's English football academies evaluate their working context when choosing a professional practice framework for guiding applied psychology provisions. Sixteen psychologists—six women and 10 men—participated in two semistructured interviews. A stepwise inductive–deductive approach in the analysis was used. The authors found that 13 of the psychologists adopted humanistic psychology as their guiding framework. In exploring the reasoning, three categories were developed: (a) motives for choosing a humanistic approach, (b) challenges when applying a humanistic approach, and (c) perpetuating stigma and restrictive assumptions regarding sport psychology. The study shows that humanistic psychology might be an effective approach to countering some dehumanizing features in the current English academy context (e.g., an overreliance on metrics). However, the Premier League, the Football Association, and other governing football organizations should notice the drawbacks of how psychologists sometimes must collude with the current system to establish psychology in the academy before later expanding provisions. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Psychobiography or the in-depth interpretation of the life and experiences of a single individual who made a significant impact on society has a long history in academic psychology. In psychological practice, similar methods are often employed to write a case formulation. Yet, the infusion of psychobiography into professional psychology training continues to lag, even though there are apparent overlaps between psychobiography and clinical work. This article delineates these overlaps. One such overlap is the psychobiography focus on the individual within the socio-cultural context, regarded as important in making sense of the individual. Similar to this is the focus within training on socio-cultural context in understanding the client, a clinical skill which forms part of case formulations. This article proposes the integration of the psychobiography into professional psychology training in clinical and counselling psychology adopting practices such as (i) anchoring students in their professional identity and history; (ii) learning different theories of psychology in applied and interesting ways; (iii) stimulating interdisciplinary learning and ethical awareness; (iv) enhancing clinical skill development; (v) supporting methodological pluralism; and (vi) enhancing multicultural, social justice, and multilingual competence. We further suggest how the integration of psychobiography into the training may occur through a short course or merging it into existing modules within the training curriculum. To this end, professional psychology training could be transformed by the introduction of psychobiography with its focus on history, culture as context, personality theory, theory development, and the links between these fields in understanding the individual as client. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article discusses the use of clinical research in decision-making for therapy provision, focusing on the debate between qualitative and quantitative research methods. It explores the differences, strengths, and weaknesses of each approach, particularly in the context of psychodynamic psychotherapy. The article emphasizes the importance of understanding the philosophical foundations of each method and how they shape our understanding of people and reality. It also delves into the practical application of research in clinical settings, using therapy endings as a case study to illustrate how research can inform psychodynamic practice. [Extracted from the article]

Purpose: This paper explores the cognitive impacts of social media on employees in workplace environments, focusing on how digital interactions disrupt cognitive functions and employee engagement. It bridges theoretical models of cognitive psychology with practical human resource (HR) strategies to mitigate these effects. Design/methodology/approach: The methodology includes a review of relevant cognitive and psychological theories – namely cognitive load theory (Sweller, 1988), distraction-conflict theory (Baron, 1986), and engagement theory (Schaufeli et al., 2002). The discussion extends to practical interventions such as policy adjustments, employee training and technological solutions, assessing their application within organizational contexts to address social media challenges. Findings: The research findings have significant practical implications. The author reveals that continuous social media notifications can lead to distraction conflicts and decreased employee engagement, impacting cognitive load. Effective HR interventions, such as clear guidelines, digital detox initiatives and technology-based social media access control, can enhance focus and productivity, improving workplace outcomes. Originality/value: This paper contributes to discussions on social media's role in workplace dynamics by combining cognitive psychological theories with practical HR applications. It presents a structured approach to understanding and managing digital distractions, offering a new framework for organizations aiming to balance technological advancements with employee well-being. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The elite sport movement for athletes with hearing impairments, namely Deaflympics, differs from the Paralympic and Olympic sport movements because it exhibits a variety of distinct sociocultural and organisational characteristics. Yet, mental training with Deaflympic athletes receives little to no attention from the scientific community. Little is known about sport psychology consultants' (SPCs) work with Deaflympic athletes. In this study, we explored SPCs' exposure to so called Deaf sport as well as their experiences, attitudes, and assumptions regarding the utility of psychological skills training (PST) with Deaflympic athletes. A self-constructed questionnaire with closed and semi-open questions was completed by 93 (58.8% female) SPCs in European German-speaking countries. Analyses revealed SPCs had limited exposure to Deaflympic sport but indicated readiness to work with Deaflympic athletes. SPCs shared no reasons as to why PST skills and techniques would not be effective with Deaflympic athletes. However, SPCs regarded communication challenges as a major obstacle. We conclude that the integration of elite Deaf sport in SPCs' training programmes is vital, considering SPCs' lack of exposure and experience with Deaflympic athletes as well as their communication insecurities. In addition, further empirical research on PST effectiveness in Deaflympics athletes should provide the foundation for evidence-based utility of applied sport psychology in Deaflympic sport. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This document is a letter to the editor of the Journal of Genetic Psychology discussing an interview with Professor Silvia Koller, a renowned researcher in developmental psychology. The interview emphasizes the importance of creativity and cultural context in research, particularly in Professor Koller's work with street children using the Bioecological Developmental Approach theory. The interview also highlights the significance of diverse perspectives, with Professor Koller emphasizing the role of Global South researchers. Topics such as sexual violence, gender identity, and the importance of family in education are discussed. The letter concludes with Professor Koller's advice for early-career researchers to prioritize foreign publications and challenge mainstream studies. The article titled "Psychology & Sexuality" explores the relationship between psychology and sexuality, discussing aspects such as sexual orientation, gender identity, and sexual behavior. The authors stress the importance of understanding and respecting diverse perspectives to promote inclusivity and well-being. This article provides valuable insights for library patrons researching psychology and sexuality topics. [Extracted from the article]

The free energy principle is a formal theory of adaptive self-organising systems that emerged from statistical thermodynamics, machine learning and theoretical neuroscience and has since been translated into biologically plausible 'process theories' of cognition and behaviour, which fall under the banner of 'active inference'. Despite the promise this theory holds for theorising, research and practical applications in psychology and psychiatry, its impact on these disciplines has only now begun to bear fruit. The aim of this treatment is to consider the extent to which active inference has informed theoretical progress in psychology, before exploring its contributions to our understanding and treatment of psychopathology. Despite facing persistent translational obstacles, progress suggests that active inference has the potential to become a new paradigm that promises to unite psychology's subdisciplines, while readily incorporating the traditionally competing paradigms of evolutionary and developmental psychology. To date, however, progress towards this end has been slow. Meanwhile, the main outstanding question is whether this theory will make a positive difference through applications in clinical psychology, and its sister discipline of psychiatry. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This document is a list of references and sources related to various topics in psychology and scientific research. It includes articles, studies, and videos discussing subjects such as the replication crisis in psychology, the credibility of scientific literature, stereotype threat, and the use of preregistration in research. The sources provide diverse perspectives on these topics and can be useful for library patrons conducting research in these areas. [Extracted from the article]

The book "Phronesis: Retrieving Practical Wisdom in Psychology, Philosophy, and Education" by Krisján Krisjánsson and Blaine J. Fowers explores the concept of phronesis, which is practical wisdom for making moral decisions and promoting human flourishing. The authors provide an overview of the field, discussing their neo-Aristotelian phronesis model and its applications in various contexts. They emphasize the importance of a person-centered and morally grounded approach to wisdom, while acknowledging the complexities of decision-making. The text also discusses the gappiness problem, the development of phronesis, civic virtues, collective phronesis, and the influence of cultural narratives on moral identity. [Extracted from the article]

Management and applied psychology scholars are confronted with a crisis undermining trust in their findings. One solution to this crisis is the publication format Registered Reports (RRs). Here, authors submit the frontend of their paper for peer review before data collection. While this format can help increase the trustworthiness of research, authors' usage of RRs—although emerging—has been scarce and scattered. Eventually, common beliefs regarding the (dis)advantages of RRs and a lack of best practices can limit the broad implementation of this approach. To address these issues, we utilized a systematic review process to identify 50 RRs in management and applied psychology and surveyed authors with (N = 86) and without experience (N = 161) in publishing RRs and reviewers/editors who have handled RRs (N = 59). On this basis, we (a) scrutinize prevalent beliefs surrounding the RR format in the fields of management and applied psychology and (b) derive hands-on best practices. In sum, we provide a fact check and guidelines for authors interested in writing RRs, which can also be used by reviewers to evaluate such submissions. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The practice of sport psychology has been significantly influenced by the cognitive-behavioral approach. In particular, psychological skills training (PST) is an often-researched set of cognitive-behavioral techniques applied to sports. Recent sport psychology literature has explored how cognitive-behavioral psychotherapies (CBTs) can benefit sports. Rational emotive behavior therapy (REBT) has emerged as an important CBT with clear theoretical and practical implications for sports. Little has been written about the confluence of PST and REBT. The current paper proposes and details the confluence of PST and REBT drawing on core REBT theory but with an eye firmly on applied sport psychology. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Under the background of new medicine, innovative reform of medical education is mushrooming in Mainland, China. New medicine advocates an innovative training mode supported by medicine + X discipline. In the present study, we made use of the advantages of medical colleges to reform the curriculum of applied psychology and constructed an innovative curriculum system by integrating medicine with psychology. This study aimed to evaluate the effects of the innovative curriculum system on the curriculum satisfaction of applied psychology and investigate the key factors that impact students' curriculum satisfaction. The class of 2018-2022 college students from the Department of Applied Psychology who were under different course training systems were selected to complete the curriculum evaluation questionnaire to evaluate students' curriculum satisfaction. The results demonstrated that curriculum satisfaction of the innovative curriculum system was significantly higher than that the one prior to the curriculum reform (P < 0.001), curriculum design, and teaching effect are the significant predictors affecting curriculum satisfaction. The results of this research provide innovative ideas for curriculum reform in psychology and strategies for the integration and development of medicine and psychology. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article "Embracing Educational Challenges Through Collaboration" explores the difficulties faced by schools and teachers in the education system, with a particular focus on the COVID-19 pandemic. It emphasizes the importance of collaboration and reevaluating educational approaches to tackle these challenges. The main challenges identified include teacher shortages, the impact of social-emotional learning on students, and the use of literacy programs and assessments. The article also highlights the significance of understanding and addressing systemic challenges at the school, district, and community levels. Additionally, the text discusses the challenges educators encounter when implementing literacy programs and assessments, such as frustrations with scripted programs, lack of differentiation, and the need for additional resources. It emphasizes the need for collaboration among stakeholders and meaningful change to address these challenges. [Extracted from the article]

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In the past, sustainable development was considered a guideline for all human activities, but the world has gradually changed. The criteria for action today must not only ensure sustainability but also meet appropriate ethical standards in diverse contexts. As a result, the topic of ethical behavior has been studied more extensively in recent studies. Accordingly, through bibliometric approaches, this study seeks to generalize the issues of ethical behavior explored in a variety of contexts from 1991 to 2022. A total of 1409 articles were found and extracted from the Web of Science using the keywords "ethical behavior" and "context"; they were then decoded using VOSviewer software (version 1.6). Three techniques, including bibliographic coupling, co-citation, and co-occurrence were conducted to identify the six most influential contexts in ethical behavior. The results demonstrate that the six most influential contexts in ethical behavior are consumption, leadership, business, organization, medical, and education. The results further revealed that leading countries such as the USA and UK have a larger number of studies on ethical behavior in many different contexts, such as organization, business, education, health, consumption, and politics. The Journal of Business Ethics leads the way in research into ethical behavior, followed by the Journal of Applied Psychology. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The document titled "Bulletin Board" provides current news and information about the field of sport psychology. It includes announcements of upcoming conferences and events, information about innovative developments in teaching and consulting in sport psychology, job and career opportunities, and names in the news. The document also lists various books, websites, media, and new programs related to sport psychology. Additionally, it provides information on how to join electronic-mail bulletin boards and LISTSERVs for further discussion and information sharing. [Extracted from the article]

Organizational constraints—which include any workplace condition that undermines a worker's ability to perform his or her job tasks—are an important type of work stressor. Previous research has typically assessed organizational constraints as a global (i.e., unidimensional) construct. In the current paper, we argue that a facet (i.e., multidimensional) approach to assessing organizational constraints would complement the global approach in important ways. A facet approach, for instance, would provide researchers with new insights into the fundamental nature of the organizational constraints construct, and it would provide practitioners with specific, actionable information that they could use to inform organizational policies and interventions. With these potential benefits of the facet approach in mind, we developed the Multi-Facet Organizational Constraints Scale (MOCS)—a self-report measure that yields 16 separate facet-level scores. Across seven samples (total N = 1,600), we found that the MOCS had desirable psychometric properties: It yielded high levels of internal-consistency and test–retest reliability, it produced an interpretable factor structure, and we observed evidence supporting the MOCS's construct validity. By providing a means of assessing organizational constraints facets, the current research has both theoretical and practical implications for various research areas within applied psychology, including occupational stress, organizational culture, employee training, and leadership. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The book review of "Practical Psychology for Policing Policy Press" by Jason Roach highlights the importance of psychology in police training and the reciprocal learning between psychologists and police officers. Roach's book delves into criminal career trajectories, self-selection policing, psychology in crime prevention, and police wellbeing, emphasizing the need for psychological research to support police officers' mental health. The reviewer praises Roach's accessible writing style, engaging content, and unique perspective on the intersection of psychology and policing, making it a valuable read for both police professionals and general readers. [Extracted from the article]

The presented study evaluates the evidence base underpinning the use of the Mindfulness–Acceptance–Commitment approach (MAC) in applied sport psychology. To assess the effectiveness of the MAC protocol on improving mindfulness and psychological flexibility, and on enhancing sport performance and well-being among athletes, we used Robust Bayesian Meta-Analysis with Publication Selection Model-Averaging (RoBMAPSMA). In total, there were eleven controlled trials included in the meta-analysis. Results of the RoBMAPSMA show: a moderate model-averaged effect size estimate for developing mindfulness with strong evidence (g = 0.64, 95% CI 0.00–0.91, BFes = 25.35); a small model-averaged effect size estimate for experiential acceptance with anecdotal evidence (g = 0.36, 95% CI 0.00–0.92, BFes = 2.32); and a small model-averaged effect size estimate for improving sport performance with moderate evidence (g = 0.37, 95% CI 0.00–0.79, BFes = 3.27). Only one study assessed the effectiveness of the MAC protocol on well-being and averaged effect sizes ranged from 0.01 to 0.82. Based on the results of the meta-analysis, the Mindfulness–Acceptance–Commitment protocol can be effective in improving mindfulness. In addition, results suggest that the MAC protocol might be effective in improving sport performance. Currently available trials, however, do not provide sufficient evidence supporting the MAC protocol's effectiveness in developing psychological flexibility, experiential acceptance, and promoting well-being among athletes. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article examines the potential application of fairy-tale therapy by educators, specialists in the socionomic sphere, and parents to provide psychological and educational support to children. The article aims to reveal various aspects of therapeutic fairy tale writing aimed at an individual's psychological and pedagogical assistance. To achieve the research objectives, several theoretical methods were utilized: content analysis of both Ukrainian and foreign scholarly works to identify effective methods for crafting therapeutic fairy tales; a typological approach to delineate strategies for developing storytelling skills for therapeutic purposes; the method of translating theoretical concepts into the practice of composing original therapeutic fairy tales; and the examination, analysis, and synthesis of specialized psychological and pedagogical literature. It is emphasized that therapeutic fairy tales help to correct a child's behaviour, and some psychological deviations reveal creativity and instil moral values. In addition, therapeutic fairy tales heal the soul and touch the most important human senses. It was concluded that the uniqueness of telling therapeutic fairy tales as a method of practical psychology and pedagogy is that it has no age restrictions and, secondly, it can be applied to people who develop "normally" and people with special needs. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

As a discipline with an expansive and intricate landscape, the field of judgment and decision-making (JDM) has evolved significantly since the beginning of the 2020s. The extensive and intricate nature of this field might pose challenges for scholars and researchers in designing course content and curricula as well as in defining research boundaries. Several techniques from a bibliometric study, such as co-word analysis and co-citation analysis, can provide insights into the scopes and directions of the field. Previous bibliometric studies on the psychology of JDM have primarily analyzed published documents restricted either by content areas or by journal outlets. The present study attempts to analyze a collection of published documents with broad search terms (i.e., "judgment*" or "decision mak*") within the purview of the psychology subject area, separately by years of publication (from 2020 to 2022) using the bibliometrix package in the R environment. The most relevant journals and the most frequent keywords have suggested established areas of study, uncovering common themes, patterns, and trends. Beyond that, two science mapping techniques (i.e., keyword co-occurrence network and reference co-citation network) revealed 12 prominent themes that cut across the three-year period. These themes, alongside other intellectually stimulating issues, were discussed based on a comparison with outstanding book chapters and reviews. Implications for pedagogical purposes were also provided with a handful of notable resources. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

There has been a noticeable decline in life satisfaction among adolescents globally in recent years. The present study explored the immediate and long-term effects of a positive psychology intervention course, Study with Strength, on the well-being of students at general upper secondary school in Finland during the pandemic. Based on a partly randomized wait-list control group design, the study included a final sample of 350 students from 10 schools. Self-report measures were used to assess both immediate between-group effects and long-term within-group effects of the intervention on student well-and ill-being. A combination of methods from positive psychology and cognitive therapy were applied, and the course was administered by the participating schools' own teachers and student-welfare personnel. The findings show that the Study with Strength intervention course enhanced the students' experiences of positive practices at school, happiness and of positive emotions. However, the effect sizes were small. The intervention did not have any immediate effects on all aspects of well-being, negative emotions, depression, or study-related burnout. The significant, positive changes in students' well-being in the analysis of long-term effects must be interpreted with caution. The students also reported a positive effect of the intervention both on their personal lives and in their studies. Overall, it appears that the intervention had a small but positive impact, nudging students towards enhanced well-being. The results offer valuable insights into the implementation of positive education on students at general upper secondary school aged 15-19. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Motor and nonmotor symptoms occur in early Parkinson's disease (PD), or even in the prodromal stage. Many of these symptoms can be addressed by allied health therapies, including physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and psychological therapies. However, referrals to these services early in the disease are low. We provide a review summarizing the efficacy of proactive allied health interventions on motor and nonmotor symptoms and daily function in prodromal and early disease. We also highlight areas for additional research and provide recommendations to improve care for individuals with early PD within each discipline. We recognize the overlapping roles of the allied health disciplines and support integrated or transdisciplinary care beginning soon after diagnosis to help stem the tide in the progression of PD symptoms and disability. Plain Language Summary: Many people with Parkinson's disease start having symptoms years before their diagnosis. These symptoms can affect movement, communication, mood, work, and other aspects of daily life. Allied health therapies can be used soon after diagnosis, or even when diagnosis is suspected, to address these challenges proactively. This article reviews the roles of physical, occupational, speech, and psychological therapies. We highlight interventions for early Parkinson's disease that are strongly supported by research, such as exercise and self-management. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The aim of this research is to investigate the impact of online scenario-based English writing instruction on the motivation for English writing and self-efficacy beliefs among university students. The research, conducted as action research, involved a group of 14 students enrolled in the English preparatory program at a state university in the Marmara Region of Türkiye during the fall semester of the 2020-2021 academic year. Eight scenario activities were prepared as part of the online scenario-based English writing instruction. Action plans were developed to enhance students’ writing motivation and self-efficacy beliefs. The implementation of the prepared action plans consisted of four cycles and eight weeks. To collect data, the “English Writing Motivation Scale” and the “English Paragraph Writing Self-Efficacy Scale” were used. Dependent groups t-test was applied to compare the mean scores on the same sample group, and Wilcoxon signed-rank test was used when the data did not exhibit a normal distribution. Quantitative analysis revealed a significant increase in students’ intrinsic motivation to write in English following the online scenario-based English writing instruction. Additionally, it was observed that online scenario-based writing instruction enhanced students’ self-efficacy beliefs in writing in English. These promising results suggest the incorporation of online scenario-based writing activities in English writing instruction. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The impact of individual identities on university staff's experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic has been profound. We conducted a survey of 118 staff members at one Scottish university to explore how their identities were impacting on their experiences. Results from qualitative content analysis showed that existing inequalities had been exacerbated by the pandemic. The level of support received from line managers and colleagues had a direct effect on staff's self-efficacy and wellbeing. Furthermore, feelings of disconnection from the university community further isolated staff, causing further negative impacts on their wellbeing. These findings suggest that 'one-size fits all' approaches to staff wellbeing are unlikely to be effective, and that policies should take into account individual situations, resources, and challenges. Policies should focus on promoting staff autonomy and self-efficacy, and should be flexible enough to consider the unique needs of each individual. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The exploration of higher education (HE) teachers' approaches to teaching has mainly been done using quantitative instruments which have been criticised for being too narrow in examining the dimensions of teaching. Higher education approaches to teaching (HEAT) inventory is a recently developed instrument to capture the dimensions of HE teaching more broadly. Moreover, teacher self-efficacy has been shown to be an important element influencing approaches to teaching, but still, the research on it has been scarce. The aims of the study are thus (1) to validate the HEAT inventory and (2) to explore what kind of individual teaching profiles can be identified among higher education teachers and their relation to teachers' self-efficacy. The results showed that HEAT is a valid instrument to measure various dimensions of approaches to teaching and that several profiles of approaches to teaching can emerge among HE teachers. These profiles also differ in terms of teachers' self-efficacy. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Using the tenets of learned helplessness theory, we propose and test a model suggesting how the perception of supervisor narcissism impacts acquiescent silence and employee creativity. We further suggest acquiescent silence as a mediator, and law and code ethical climate as a moderator, in the link between supervisor narcissism and creativity. We found good support for the proposed hypotheses using multi‐wave data collected from 258 employees of service‐oriented companies in North America. Results show that supervisor narcissism prompts employees to exhibit acquiescent silence, which also mediates the link between supervisor narcissism and employee creativity. The law and code ethical climate moderates the effect of supervisor narcissism on acquiescent silence and that of silence on creativity. Therefore, this study identifies a key factor, acquiescent silence, through which supervisor narcissism impedes employee creativity, and it also reveals how this process might be buffered by the law and code ethical climate. We discuss the theoretical and practical implications of our findings. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Research on whether interviewees can improve their interview ratings through impression management (IM) relative to an honest condition has focused on highly structured interviews whereas traditional interviews have received little attention. Thus, this study aimed to determine how prone traditional compared to highly structured interviews are to effects of IM. Therefore, we conducted simulated selection interviews using a 2 × 2 within‐subjects design. All participants went through a condition in which they were asked to present themselves as honestly as possible and a condition in which they were instructed to act like an applicant. Additionally, each interview contained eight traditional and eight structured questions. The differences in the usage of self‐reported honest and deceptive IM between the honest and applicant conditions were comparable for both interview types. Furthermore, interview ratings were better in the applicant condition compared to the honest condition, and importantly, this improvement was larger for the traditional interview part compared to the structured interview part. Even though the larger performance improvement was not reflected in self‐reported honest and deceptive IM, our results suggest that it is easier for applicants to intentionally improve their performance ratings in traditional interviews. Additionally, performance improvements correlated positively with applicants' ability to identify criteria. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The purpose of this study was to develop, implement, and evaluate a support program for parents of male youth academy footballers. Drawing on an action research methodology, underpinned by an interpretivist philosophical approach, this study comprised two action research cycles conducted over a 3-year period. The first action research cycle was the development, delivery, and evaluation of a six-session parent support program, along with three cultural changes. Following evaluation and reflection, the parent support program was modified to comprise a "Being a Football Parent" booklet, a 90-minute support session, and three further cultural changes. Overall, the results highlight the benefits of providing support to parents within youth academy football through a variety of modes and particularly targeting actions at the culture in which parents are situated. This study also demonstrates the value of using action research and having a practitioner-researcher embedded within organizations to facilitate such change. However, there were several challenges when implementing this parent support program and frustrations when creating change within the culture. Guidance for future parent support programs and further research are detailed. Lay summary: Two parent-support programs, comprising parent workshops and/or booklet alongside culture changes, were implemented and evaluated within a youth football academy. The program of support was positively received by parents and seen as beneficial. However, several challenges were encountered, particularly with implementing the cultural changes. Parent support programs will be enhanced through providing parents with information alongside targeted cultural changes. Creating an environment that encourages parents to support each other enhances the effectiveness of workshops. Topics covered within sessions should be directed toward helping parents to manage their demands, build effective relationships with coaches, help parents to understand and meet their sons' before, during, and after match needs, be aware of and learn to manage their emotions during a match, and adapt their support to their sons' development [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Concept analysis is a useful qualitative research method for psychologists aiming to define, clarify or critique concept meaning and use in theory, practice or research. This article explains Reformative Concept Analysis (RCA), a novel method derived from nursing and political science concept analysis approaches, and reformed for applied psychology research. First, the role of concepts as epistemological vessels in psychological theory and practice is described. Some problems with concept use in clinical practice and research are highlighted, to demonstrate why critical analytic methods to improve concept definition and utility are needed. Then, overviews of some existing concept analysis methods are provided, with summaries of their strengths and limitations from an applied psychology perspective. The importance of comparing and combining meaning frameworks constructed from qualitative narratives and literature review is highlighted. Finally, the eight stages of RCA method are set out, along with some ontological, epistemological, design, rigour and presentation considerations. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This article explores concerns regarding the standardization and technologization of education, specifically in the field of counseling psychology training. While acknowledging the potential benefits of these changes, such as increased access and improved planning, the author also highlights the negative consequences, including a loss of independence, curiosity, and risk-taking in the learning process. The article argues that spontaneity, emotion, and unpredictability are crucial for effective learning, and that a focus on metrics and outcomes can hinder genuine engagement. The author calls for a reevaluation of the current approach to education and emphasizes the importance of reflection, critical thinking, and protecting vital aspects of teaching and learning. [Extracted from the article]

Performance profiling is a widely used assessment and monitoring method within the field of sport psychology. As a client-centered tool, it helps athletes, coaches, and practitioners identify the characteristics perceived necessary for successful performance. However, traditional methods of performance profiling are not always appropriate for younger athletes or for application outside of an office or classroom. In line with recommendations from previous research, this article presents the experiences of a trainee sport and exercise psychologist during the development and implementation of a novel, team performance profiling activity. The activity was introduced in a workshop delivered to a youth soccer team to determine the content of three additional workshops. During the activity, the soccer players collaborated to identify the best soccer player in the world (i.e., Lionel Messi) and the behaviors, feelings, and thoughts that enabled him to be successful. Then, as a team, they rated their abilities with regards to the identified behaviors, feelings, and thoughts on a scale of 1 to 5 in relation to Lionel Messi, to identify their potential strengths and areas for improvement. For a visual representation of the ratings, colored cones were used. The trainee's experiences highlight the challenges of adapting traditional sport psychology tools. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Marcin Gołaszewski, Metody interpretacji danych w badaniach poligraficznych. Metody interpretacji danych w badaniach poligraficznych [Methods of interpreting data in polygraph examinations, the problem of expert subjectivity in forming opinions], Krakow : Andrzej Frycz Modrzewski Krakow University, 2023 (in Polish)By Konrad PorzyckiReported by Author [Extracted from the article]

Globalization has highlighted that authoritarian leadership is prevalent in both Eastern and Western organizations. Although there is a growing body of literature that focuses on the effect of authoritarian leadership, an important, but missing, perspective concerns the strategies employees use to deal with authoritarian leaders and the subsequent outcomes. Drawing on impression management theory, this study develops a moderated mediation model to examine the differential effects of authoritarian leadership on employee outcomes. To examine the proposed hypotheses, we conducted a scenario-based experiment (364 full-time employees) and a time-lagged multi-source field survey (464 employees matched with 76 supervisors). The results indicate that Hewlin's (Journal of Applied Psychology, 94(3), 727–741, 2009) façade of conformity construct is a specific impression management strategy adopted by employees when working with authoritarian leaders. Through triggering employees' façades of conformity, authoritarian leadership has a positive indirect effect on employee task performance, but a negative indirect effect on employee workplace well-being. These indirect relationships are more salient when authoritarian leaders have high social status. This study not only contributes to authoritarian leadership literature by illustrating its double-edged effects and unveiling its underlying mechanisms but also offers constructive guidance to practitioners. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Scholars have long been intrigued by the relationship between intrateam conflict and team creativity, though findings to date have been mixed. Recent research suggests that traditional conceptualizations of intrateam conflict as a property that is shared uniformly by team members (e.g., averaging members' overall conflict perceptions), rather than a more nuanced phenomenon between individual members with unique network positions, have limited our understanding of its influences. These advances, however, have yet to be substantively applied to the intrateam conflict‐creativity literature. Accordingly, we integrate network views of conflict with creativity theory and group motivated processing models to explore how task and relationship conflicts involving critical members' (i.e., members central to a team's workflow network) influence team creative functioning beyond overall conflict perceptions. We theorize that critical member task conflict is positively associated with team creativity by way of team reflexivity, and this positive indirect effect is accentuated by team shared goals. Further, we posit that critical member relationship conflict is negatively associated with team creativity by way of reduced team cohesion, though this effect is mitigated by critical member emotional intelligence. Analyses of 70 new product development teams support most hypotheses while also highlighting interesting nuance and future research opportunities. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This study examines the relationship between food safety risk perception (FSRP) and social similarity, utilizing eye-tracking to uncover how consumers process information on food labels. Central to our inquiry is that perceived similarity influences how individuals assess and react to food safety risks. Our research posits that individuals who see a high degree of similarity with others in their social circles are more attentive to food safety risks. We conducted two food label experiments, one focusing on safety labels and the other on nutritional information. Findings indicate that heightened perceptions of social similarity (prototype perception and social distance) enhance the impact of food labels (safety labels and nutritional information) on food safety risk assessments (decision-making process and product choice), manifesting in increased visual attention to these labels. This revelation underscores the significance of social factors in shaping food safety behaviors and offers a new perspective for designing more effective food safety communication. Our work contributes to the academic discourse on food safety and social psychology and provides practical insights for public health messaging strategies. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The ways in which a coach conceptualises the needs of a client is central to the way the coaching journey unfolds. In other forms of applied psychology interventions are designed and delivered through the aid of a formulation which is widely recognised as a core competence for professional psychologists. Formulation can be understood as a unique form of storytelling and is a process through which a coach and client make sense of the client's aims and needs, identify the factors of influence, and use this conceptualisation to design a way forward. Although historically, the relevance of formulation to coaching has been underexplored, it is now gaining recognition as a distinct capability and one which may have particular value in contexts of complexity – the terrain that many coaches increasingly inhabit. Exploring formulation from the perspective of different disciplines, including the performing arts, as well as recent and current work within coaching, this article, based on a keynote presentation for the Division of Coaching Psychology's annual conference in June 2023, considers how embedding formulation in our coaching might enable us to enhance our practice, co-construct more effective stories about our clients' needs and contribute in new and ever more creative ways to meet the needs of our clients in a rapidly changing world. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This systematic review explores the reflective accounts of applied sport psychology practitioners. The aim of this review was to synthesise the reflective accounts of applied sport psychology practitioners and highlight common themes that provide focus to their reflective practice. The insight into current progress on reflective content in applied sport psychology provides a foundation to build on as we continue to understand this topic. Following a systematic search of the literature, a total of 73 studies were included within the review, which were analysed using thematic content analysis. Analysis of the reflective accounts resulted in the creation of nine higher-order themes: Process and Purpose of Reflective Practice; Ethical Practice; Supporting Person and Performer; Practitioner Individuation; Relationships with Clients; Cultural Awareness; Competence-Related Angst; Support of Practitioner Development; and Evaluating Practitioner Effectiveness. The review includes recommendations for future research, such as the use of narrative analysis to provide further insight into applied practitioners' experiences. We also provide practical implications, which are tailored to match the specific demands of practitioners at different stages of development and include increased engagement in critical reflection for trainee practitioners and engaging with 'critical friends' to facilitate the process of meta-reflection for newly qualified practitioners. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article discusses the issue of common-method bias (CMB) in organizational behavior (OB) and management-related journals. The author argues that CMB is overused by reviewers and editors as a reason to reject papers, and presents empirical, theoretical, and practical evidence to support this argument. The author suggests that concerns about CMB are often unnecessary and that single-source and single-wave data can still provide valuable insights. The article also addresses the practical implications of requiring multi-phase studies to avoid CMB, such as the potential for fake data and difficulties in surveying certain populations. Overall, the author contends that CMB should not be treated as a fatal flaw in papers. [Extracted from the article]

Scholarship on seeking behaviors, which refer to deliberate attempts to obtain information or assistance from others, has emerged in multiple silos (e.g., feedback-seeking, information-seeking, help-seeking, and advice-seeking). Furthering recent synthesis attempts, we draw on reinforcement sensitivity theory (RST) to generate novel predictions concerning the causes of explicit and implicit seeking behaviors and clarify the inconsistencies between theoretical predictions and empirical findings noted in past reviews. We test our arguments through a meta-analysis of 393 samples drawn from management and applied psychology research. In doing so, we uncover nuances in the associations between seeking behaviors and work outcomes (e.g., in-role performance and creativity). We discuss how our theorizing and findings challenge, refine, and extend the existing knowledge concerning seeking behaviors at work, provide methodological and practical recommendations, and identify directions for future research. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The given document is an editorial from the Sport Psychologist journal titled "Bulletin Board." It provides current news and information about the field of sport psychology. The bulletin includes announcements of upcoming conferences and events, information about innovative developments in teaching and consulting in sport psychology, web resources, job and career opportunities, and names in the news. It also features a list of upcoming events and conferences in various locations around the world. Additionally, it provides information about new book releases, online courses, webinars, and job opportunities in sport psychology. The document concludes with information on how to join electronic-mail bulletin boards related to exercise and sport psychology. [Extracted from the article]