Psychological research

Mediation

Joint Mediation of Psychological Empowerment and Work-Life Balance Between Transformational Leadership and In-Role Performance of Employees

Researchers from the University of Nigeria have conducted a comprehensive study to investigate the relationship between transformational leadership and in-role performance of employees in Nigerian not-for-profit universities. The investigation involved a 360-degree performance review of employees, collecting data from various sources, including employees, supervisors, colleagues, and customers. The study found

College students

Childhood Socioeconomic Status Linked to Conspicuous Consumption in College Students

Researchers at Shanxi Medical University investigated the impact of childhood socioeconomic status on college students' conspicuous consumption, revealing a statistically significant correlation between the two. The study, published in BMC Psychology, found that childhood socioeconomic status was associated with college students' conspicuous consumption, with social comparison and materialism

College students

Variations in Early Maladaptive Schemas Among College Students Reveal Opportunities for Targeted Psychological Interventions

According to a recent study published in Frontiers in Psychology, researchers from Shaanxi University of Chinese Medicine, Xianyang, People's Republic of China, have identified three distinct profiles of early maladaptive schemas (EMSs) among college students. These profiles were characterized by varying levels of self-compassion, perceived social support, and

Mediation

Mediating Role of Cognitive Emotion Regulation in Relationship Satisfaction and Eating Attitudes

Researchers from the Faculty of Social Sciences have conducted a study to investigate the mechanisms underlying the link between romantic relationship satisfaction and eating behaviors. The study, published in BMC Psychology, examined the mediating role of cognitive emotion regulation strategies, particularly catastrophizing, in this relationship. A cross-sectional study was conducted