Positive Mental Health in University Students and Its Relations with Psychological Vulnerability, Mental Health Literacy and Sociodemographic Characteristics: A Descriptive-Correlational Study

Teixeira, Sónia; Ferré‐Grau, Carme; Sequeira, Carlos; Pires, Regina; Carvalho, José Carlos; Ribeiro, Isilda; Sequeira, Carolina; Rodrigues, Teresa; Sampaio, Francisco; Costa, Tiago Filipe Oliveira; Canut, María Teresa Lluch

doi:10.20944/preprints202202.0167.v1

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“…In this study, anxiety obtained a mean score of 2.26 (SD = 3.88), which again is higher than the score in the study by Henry and Crawford (1.88; SD = 2.95) and Sinclair et al (2.00; SD = 3.14). Finally, the mean score obtained for stress was 3.77 (SD = 4.33), which is lower compared to the previously mentioned studies ((4.73; SD = 4.20) [20] and (4.06; SD = 3.81)), respectively [21]. Moreover, the level of the workers' burnout measured by the OLBI scored 2.64 (SD = 0.76), very close to the 2.69 (SD = 0.73) found in the study of the Portuguese cultural adaptation of this instrument [31].…”

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“…This concept has evolved to integrate components beyond the knowledge regarding mental health disorders, such as understanding how to obtain and maintain good mental health, decreasing stigma related to mental disorders, and enhancing help-seeking efficacy [19]. Bearing in mind that mental health literacy may enhance positive attitudes around mental health [20], it is crucial to investigate if it may have protective effects on mental health status.…”

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Protective and Vulnerability Factors of Municipal Workers’ Mental Health: A Cross-Sectional Study

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Work is fundamental to an individual’s mental health; however, an unfavourable work environment can lead to mental health problems. Despite existing studies addressing workers’ mental health, it is essential to understand the reality of specific contexts to design effective tailored interventions. Thus, this study aimed to examine the influence of potential protective and vulnerability factors on municipal workers’ depressive symptoms, anxiety and stress levels, and burnout. A cross-sectional study was conducted with data collection performed between July and December 2021 using online self-report measures. The sample comprised 115 municipal workers. The findings revealed that psychological vulnerability is a significant vulnerability factor for the presence of mental health symptoms. In addition, job satisfaction was found to be a significant protective factor for depressive symptoms, anxiety, and burnout of the municipal workers. The results of this study enhance the understanding of factors that influence worker mental health, which may facilitate the proper planning of specific interventions to promote mental health in the workplace.

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Protective and Vulnerability Factors of Municipal Workers’ Mental Health: A Cross-Sectional Study

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“…The multifactorial model of Positive Mental Health—based on a holistic perspective of health, wherein physical and mental health are intimately related—is also one of PMeHL’s critical characteristics ( Lluch-Canut et al, 2013 ; Puig Llobet et al, 2020 ). Lluch’s conceptual model of PMH includes six factors, which are also used to define PMeHL attributes: personal satisfaction, prosocial attitude, self-control, autonomy, problem-solving, self-actualization, and interpersonal relation skills ( Teixeira et al, 2022 ).…”

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Positive Mental Health Literacy: A Concept Analysis

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BackgroundThe positive component of Mental Health Literacy (PMeHL) refers to a person’s awareness of how to achieve and maintain good mental health. Although explored recently, the term still lacks a clear definition among healthcare practitioners.AimTo identify the attributes and characteristics of PMeHL, as well as its theoretical and practical applications.MethodsLiterature search (using the Medline and CINAHL databases) and review, covering the last 21 years, followed by concept analysis according to the steps described by Walker and Avant approach.ResultsPositive component of Mental Health Literacy is considered one component of MHL, integrating positive mental health. The concept’s attributes include: (a) competence in problem-solving and self-actualization; (b) personal satisfaction; (c) autonomy; (d) relatedness and interpersonal relationship skills; (e) self-control; and (f) prosocial attitude. Four case scenarios (model, borderline, related and contrary cases) were used to clarify the antecedents (individual factors and social/contextual factors) and consequences (individual sphere; relational/social sphere; contextual/organizational sphere) of PMeHL.ConclusionPositive component of Mental Health Literacy is considered a component of MHL, which deserves attention throughout the lifespan, in different contexts and intervention levels. Considering PMeHL as a multi-faceted and dynamic construct will help understand the mechanisms that improve mental health and promote healthy behaviors. Priority should be given to robust primary research focused on nursing interventions that enhance and sustain PMeHL in people and families.

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“…The multifactorial model of Positive Mental Health-based on a holistic perspective of health, wherein physical and mental health are intimately related-is also one of PMeHL's critical characteristics ). Lluch's conceptual model of PMH includes six factors, which are also used to define PMeHL attributes: personal satisfaction, prosocial attitude, self-control, autonomy, problem-solving, self-actualization, and interpersonal relation skills (Teixeira et al, 2022).…”

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Mental Health Literacy: How to Obtain and Maintain Positive Mental Health

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Positive Mental Health in University Students and Its Relations with Psychological Vulnerability, Mental Health Literacy and Sociodemographic Characteristics: A Descriptive-Correlational Study

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Protective and Vulnerability Factors of Municipal Workers’ Mental Health: A Cross-Sectional Study

Protective and Vulnerability Factors of Municipal Workers’ Mental Health: A Cross-Sectional Study

Positive Mental Health Literacy: A Concept Analysis

Mental Health Literacy: How to Obtain and Maintain Positive Mental Health

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