Elaine F. Fernandez
A5001334354- Sexuality, Behavior, and Technology
- Gender, Feminism, and Media
- LGBTQ Health, Identity, and Policy
- Sexual function and dysfunction studies
- Adolescent Sexual and Reproductive Health
- Eating Disorders and Behaviors
- Impact of Technology on Adolescents
- Education and Islamic Studies
- Behavioral Health and Interventions
- Social and Intergroup Psychology
- Child and Adolescent Psychosocial and Emotional Development
- Substance Abuse Treatment and Outcomes
- Gender Roles and Identity Studies
- Functional Brain Connectivity Studies
- Anxiety, Depression, Psychometrics, Treatment, Cognitive Processes
- Islamic Finance and Banking Studies
- Smoking Behavior and Cessation
- Posttraumatic Stress Disorder Research
- Mental Health Research Topics
- Body Image and Dysmorphia Studies
- Gambling Behavior and Treatments
- Health, psychology, and well-being
- Social and Cultural Dynamics
- Nursing Roles and Practices
- Innovations in Medical Education
HELP University
2017-2025
Nottingham Trent University
2023-2024
Universidade Federal de Juiz de Fora
2020
South Warwickshire NHS Foundation Trust
2018
Bronglais General Hospital
1997
Despite its inclusion in the 11th revision of International Classification Diseases, there is a virtual paucity high-quality scientific evidence about compulsive sexual behavior disorder (CSBD), especially underrepresented and underserved populations. Therefore, we comprehensively examined CSBD across 42 countries, genders, orientations, validated original (CSBD-19) short (CSBD-7) versions Compulsive Sexual Behavior Disorder Scale to provide standardized, state-of-the-art screening tools for...
We analyzed adult ADHD symptoms in a cross-cultural context, including investigating the occurrence and potential correlates of psychometric examination Adult Self-Report Scale (ASRS) Screener.
The present study aimed to explore whether scores on the Cyber Pornography Use Inventory-9 (CPUI-9) are reflective of actual compulsivity. We examined CPUI-9 predicted by failed abstinence attempts and × effort (conceptualized as compulsivity), controlling for moral disapproval. A group 76 male Internet pornography users received instructions abstain from 14 days monitor their attempts. Greater Perceived Compulsivity (but not Emotional Distress scores) were effort, when was high. Moral...
The three-item Sexual Distress Scale (SDS-3) has been frequently used to assess distress related sexuality in public health surveys and research on sexual wellbeing. However, its psychometric properties measurement invariance across cultural, gender subgroups have not yet examined. This multinational study aimed validate the SDS-3 test properties, including language, country, identity, orientation groups. We global survey data from 82,243 individuals (Mean age=32.39 years; 40.3 % men, 57.0...
Abstract We examined the relationship between socioeconomic status (SES) and endorsement of honour. studied SES‐honour link in 5 studies ( N = 13,635) with participants recruited different world regions (the Mediterranean MENA, East Asian, South‐East Anglo‐Western regions) using measures that tap into various facets Findings from these revealed individuals who subjectively perceived themselves as belonging to a higher (vs. lower) SES endorsed honour more strongly (i.e. defence family values...
Despite a growing body of research on pornography use among women, there is lack understanding the problematic versus non-problematic nature. The current study aimed to investigate relationship between women's motivations for and sexual wellbeing using cross-sectional, self-report survey design participants from 42 countries. total sample included 82,243 participants, whom 46,874 (57.0%) identified as women were analyzed. participants' age averaged at M = 29.67 years, with standard deviation...
The Moral Incongruence Model of Pornography Use proposes that pornography-use-related problems may be present due to problematic pornography use (PPU) and/or moral disapproval (MD) use. Despite some supporting empirical evidence, no study has tested the presence different pornography-use profiles based on individuals' behavioral dysregulation (i.e., PPU) and values concerning generalizability previous findings diverse populations also been limited given scarcity studies conducted outside...
This study aimed to evaluate the reliability and validity of Binge Eating Disorder Screener-7 (BEDS-7) across 42 countries 26 languages, assessing its as a screening tool for binge-eating disorder (BED) in diverse cultural contexts. Specifically, it sought enhance early recognition BED symptoms primary care settings globally, contributing standardized framework BED. The International Sex Survey, cross-sectional online study, was conducted languages. A community sample 82,243 participants,...
Sexual assertiveness (SA) is an important concept in understanding sexual well-being and decision-making. However, psychometric evaluation of existing measures SA diverse populations largely lacking, hindering cross-cultural comparative studies. This study validated the short version Assertiveness Questionnaire (SAQ-9) examined its measurement invariance across several languages, countries, genders, orientations, relationship statuses among 65,448 sexually-active adults (Mage = 32.98 years,...
Despite being a widely used screening questionnaire, there is no consensus on the most appropriate measurement model for Alcohol Use Disorders Identification Test (AUDIT). Furthermore, have been limited studies its invariance across cross-cultural subgroups, genders, and sexual orientations. The present study aimed to examine fit of different models AUDIT wide range subgroups by country, language, gender, orientation. Responses concerning past-year alcohol use from participants...
Abstract Little is known about whether withdrawal-like symptoms manifest when regular pornography users attempt to abstain from pornography. The present study used a randomized controlled design examine (1) negative abstinence effects that may be potentially reflective of withdrawal-related non-clinical sample for 7-day period and (2) these would only (or more strongly) those with higher levels problematic use (PPU). A total 176 undergraduate students (64.2% female) who were (defined as...
Although many veterans make the transition from military to civilian life without difficulty, a small proportion struggle due an impact on mental and physical wellbeing. Stigma reluctance seek help further exacerbate this problem. The Armed Forces Covenant outlines importance of ensuring that public services are aware specific needs veterans; however, evidence suggests knowledge among professional staff may be limited.This exploratory study included three phases. Phase 1 (questionnaires)...
Motivations for pornography use may vary across gender identities, sexual orientations, and geographical regions, warranting examination to promote individual public health. The aims of this study were validate the Pornography Use Scale (PUMS) in a diverse, multicultural sample, develop short form (PUMS-8) that can assess wide range motivations. Using data from 42 countries (N = 75,117; Mage 32.07; SDage 12.37), enabled us thoroughly evaluate dimensionality, validity, reliability (PUMS),...
The UPPS-P Impulsive Behavior Model and the various psychometric instruments developed validated based on this model are well established in clinical research settings. However, evidence regarding validity, reliability, equivalence across multiple countries of residence, languages, or gender identities, including gender-diverse individuals, is lacking to date. Using data from International Sex Survey (
Abstract Introduction The Arizona Sexual Experiences Scale (ASEX) is a brief questionnaire that evaluates five major aspects of sexual function: sex drive, arousal, erectile function/vaginal lubrication, ability to reach orgasm, and satisfaction with orgasm. An advantage the ASEX its simplicity brevity (five items), making it suitable for screening function problems in healthcare contexts large-scale studies. main objective this study was examine psychometric properties multi-national...
Within the religiously and ethnically diverse secular state of Malaysia, ethnic religious identities Malay Muslim majority group are constitutionalized. This, together with official classification issues as “sensitive,” provides a distinctive context for political psychological analysis Islam interfaith relations. The qualitative study presented in this article examines how Muslims who students United Kingdom perceive experience engagement other groups Malaysia. Four focus interviews were...
Sexual desire is a complex construct with important implications for sexual functioning and well-being. In this research, we translated the Desire Inventory (SDI-2), widely used scale assessing (desire), into 25 languages from English data International Sex Survey (ISS) to (a) investigate its psychometric properties (i.e. factorial structure, reliability, validity, measurement invariance) (b) explore expression of across different countries, genders, orientations. A total 82,243 participants...
Cumulating evidence suggests that high levels of spirituality can foster integrity. However, integrity violations remain prevalent, even among populations with strong religious beliefs. This study collected data from 2,800 students across 17 academic institutions in Indonesia and Malaysia to examine the relationship between their perceptions cheating. Although both countries have predominantly Muslim populations, they differ how practices are implemented. The results revealed a significant...
The first part of this article explores the development, definition, and design reflective practice. In second author relates an 'ordinary nursing' story--'10 minutes with Mr Kandinski'--and uses existentialist framework for analysis. Reflection on personal experience can expose something interrelationship theory practice, perhaps helping practitioners to improve their work. More importantly, practice provides a means nurses reveal more complete picture reality nursing work others.