This study examines burnout and engagement—the hypothesized opposite of burnout—in university students from Spain ( n = 623), Portugal 727), the Netherlands 311). Confirmatory factor analyses showed that expected three-factor structures adapted versions Maslach Burnout Inventory (MBI) for (including Exhaustion, Cynicism, Reduced Efficacy) Utrecht Work Engagement Scale (UWES) Vigor, Dedication, Absorption) fitted to data each sample. However, a rigorous test revealed most loadings MBI were...

Abstract Most people would agree with the maxim that “success breeds success.” However, this is not whole story. The current study investigated additional impact of psychosocial factors (i.e., performance obstacles and facilitators) as well psychological well-being burnout engagement) on success academic performance). More specifically, our purpose was to show that, instead directly affecting future performance, facilitators exert an indirect effect via well-being. A total 527 university...

This paper is a report of social cognitive theory-guided study about the link between supervisors' transformational leadership and staff nurses' extra-role performance as mediated by nurse self-efficacy work engagement.Past research has acknowledged positive influence that leaders have on employee (extra-role) performance. However, less known psychological mechanisms may explain links performance, which encompasses behaviours are not considered formal job requirements, but facilitate smooth...

This study investigates the effects of e-groups on well-being and performance, using a collective approach an objective performance indicator. Furthermore, it includes efficacy as moderator negative (anxiety) well positive (engagement) well-being. A lab experiment with interval 3 weeks was performed among 140 students who were randomly distributed across 18 groups chat-internet program 10 working face to face. Half under time pressure. Results confirm moderating role perceived task...

Two studies were conducted to validate the so-called HEalthy and Resilient Organization (HERO) Model. Results from Study 1 provided validity psychometric support for a new measure designed assess HEROs composed by semistructured interviews with CEOs of 14 companies as well questionnaires their stakeholders (710 employees, 84 work-units, immediate supervisors, 860 customers). In 2, SEM (using data aggregated at work-unit level, which consisted 303 teams supervisors 43 companies) showed that...

This study investigates the relationship between academic engagement, psychological capital (PsyCap) resources (efficacy, hope, optimism, resilience) and performance. Data were collected in two different universities, one Spain (N = 389) another Portugal 243). Undergraduate students completed self-report questionnaires regarding engagement Psychological Capital. Academic performance was assessed through Grade Point Average, provided by universities at end of exam period. Results showed a...

Background: Although many studies have established a close relation between impulsivity and alcohol use disorders, little is known about the role of behavioral in development these disorders. Objectives: To determine 2 laboratory paradigms Methods: Follow‐up study carried out with 471 participants diagnosed as heavy drinkers (HD) followed‐up for 4 years. Initially, they were compared healthy control group. Assessment was Continuous Performance Test (CPT), Stop‐Signal Task (SST) assessed...

Traditionally, research focussing on psychosocial factors in the construction industry has focused mainly negative aspects of health and results such as occupational accidents. This study, however, focuses specific relationships among different positive shared by workers that could be responsible for well-being outcomes performance. The main objective this study was to test whether personal resources predict self-rated job performance through work engagement. Following predictions Bandura's...

Giving the crucial role of organizational context in shaping individual attitudes and behaviors at work, this research we studied effects collective work-unit perceptions social on work resilience two key outcomes: job satisfaction performance as rated by supervisor. We theorized that act antecedents variables, mediates relationship between performance, over time. A sample 305 white-collar employees, clustered 67 work-units, participated study. Hierarchical linear modeling highlighted are...

Purpose – It is increasingly important for organizations to respond effectively and promote positive outcomes under adverse unstable conditions. Resilience salient because reflects the dynamic process that enables successful results stressful The purpose of this paper investigate potential role team resilience as psychological mechanism explains how job demands social resources are related enhance performance. Design/methodology/approach Self-reported questionnaires were distributed 1,633...

The current study extends the Broaden & Build theory to collective (i.e. groups) level of analysis, focusing on mediating role group social resources cohesion, coordination, teamwork, supportive team climate) between positive affect enthusiasm, optimism, satisfaction, comfort) and performance in-and extra-role performance, creative performance). To test our hypotheses, we conducted two studies using independent samples. Study 1 is a laboratory with 449 participants nested in 112 small groups...

Addressing surgical site infection (SSI) is accomplished, in part, through studies that attempt to clarify the nature of many essential factors control SSI. We sought examine link between multiple risk factors, including environmental and SSI for prevention management.

Abstract The aim of this article is twofold: (a) to validate the psychometric properties Academic Resilience Scale (AR‐S) in a Spanish university context; and (b) test model where different coping strategies are antecedents AR, academic satisfaction performance its consequences. studies were conducted with 185 (study 1) 780 2) students. In study 1, construct validity, reliability, convergent divergent validity AR‐S analyzed. hypothesized was tested using structural equation modeling. results...

Abstract This study explores the mediating role of psychological capital (PsyCap) in association between learning goal orientation (LGO), academic satisfaction, and performance among college students. We suggest that PsyCap provides positive resources through which learning‐oriented students sustain effort achievement situations, contributing to satisfaction performance. Seven hundred sixty‐eight ( n = 768) completed an well‐being survey, including LGO, PsyCap, measures. Academic was...

In spite of the potential benefits that coaching-based leadership interventions can bring to organizations, basic questions remain about their impact on developing coaching skills and increasing psychological capital (PsyCap), work engagement in- extra-role performance. a controlled trial study, 41 executives middle managers (25 in experimental group 16 waiting-list control group) from an automotive sector company Spain received pre-assessment feedback, workshop, three individual executive...

Background/Objectives: The COVID-19 pandemic profoundly affected university students globally, exacerbating their already existing academic stress. This study investigates how the first lockdown (March-July 2020) differently impacted Portuguese, Spanish, and Brazilian students' perceived stress, personal well-being, engagement, performance. Methods: An online survey collected responses from 1081 (78.17% female; Mage = 25.43 years, SD 9.27). Qualitative data on stressors were analyzed using...

ABSTRACT To identify overall costs generated by surgical site infections (SSI) patients, including indirect costs. A prospective study of case series patients who have undergone major treatment was undertaken. Patients suffered SSI were compared with controls (nested case–control design). Centers for Disease Control and Prevention definitions followed established. Overall related morbidity/mortality estimated. The performed in a general, tertiary hospital (Valencia, Spain) 4.5 years....

Impulsivity has been associated with alcohol dependence, but impulsivity in alcohol-dependent subjects a Cluster-B personality disorder (PD) not well characterized. Using variety of laboratory measures impulsivity, we assessed whether patients (ADP) borderline (BPD) exhibited the same pattern behavioral than ADP antisocial (AntPD). Also, differences between without PDs and healthy controls were assessed.A cross-sectional patient survey community comparison group. Diagnoses made using...