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ISSN:1462-3730(print)
ISSN:2049-8543(online)
Publication Frequency:Monthly
The International Journal of Mental Health Promotion (IJMHP) co-ordinates the dissemination of new research outcomes to all those involved in research, practice, and policymaking of mental health and mental health promotion, prevention and intervention program, together with mental disorder diagnosis and treatment. It was the first journal in the field and is essential reading for those with a personal or professional interest in this work.
Peer reviewed by an expert international board, the Journal is a comprehensive information resource which publishes material of distinction submitted by health services researchers, managers, health promotion professionals, educationalists, sociologists, health economists and practitioners, together with psychiatry and psychology researchers, clinical/medical staff from all branches of health and social care.
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International Journal of Mental Health Promotion, Vol.27, No.4, pp. 421-449, 2025, DOI:10.32604/ijmhp.2025.060930 - 30 April 2025
Abstract Background: The postdoctoral workforce has been expanding worldwide, playing a vital role in scientific progress, innovation, and knowledge dissemination. Nevertheless, their mental health is also increasingly a global concern, exacerbated by challenges such as intense competition, growing responsibilities, and pressure to publish. Purpose: Research on work characteristics is essential for guiding policy and interventions, offering valuable insights into the factors that affect postdoctoral researchers’ mental health. Hence, this study aims to examine the impact of work characteristics on postdocs’ mental health and explore the underlying mechanisms drawing on the Job Demands-Resources (JD-R) model. Methods: Using data… More >
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International Journal of Mental Health Promotion, Vol.27, No.4, pp. 451-468, 2025, DOI:10.32604/ijmhp.2025.060896 - 30 April 2025
（This article belongs to the Special Issue: Enhancing Mental Health through Physical Activity: Exploring Resilience Across Populations and Life Stages)
Abstract Objectives: In this study, we examined the psychological impact of hierarchical and authoritarian structures in elite sports teams in South Korea on the ego formation and mental health of athletes. We aimed to analyze how these environments shape psychological well-being in athletes, drawing on Freud’s group psychology theory, while integrating perspectives from the Self-Determination Theory (SDT) and Social Identity Theory (SIT). Methods: We applied a qualitative case-study approach, with data collected through in-depth interviews with eight retired elite table tennis players from South Korea. These athletes shared their experiences with psychological mechanisms in their teams… More >
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International Journal of Mental Health Promotion, Vol.27, No.4, pp. 469-483, 2025, DOI:10.32604/ijmhp.2025.060351 - 30 April 2025
Abstract Background: Maintaining optimal quality of life (QoL) is a pivotal for “successful aging”. Understanding how the QoL of the elderly develops and what role psychological factors play in its development will help improve QoL from a psychological perspective. Embedded within the lifespan theory of control, this longitudinal study aimed to (1) map the temporal trajectory of QoL among Chinese older adults, (2) examine differential effects of tripartite negative emotions (stress, anxiety, depression), and (3) test the moderating role of control strategies (goal engagement, goal disengagement, self-protection) in emotion-QoL dynamics. Method: A prospective cohort of 345 community-dwelling… More >
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International Journal of Mental Health Promotion, Vol.27, No.4, pp. 485-505, 2025, DOI:10.32604/ijmhp.2025.059951 - 30 April 2025
Abstract Objectives: Suicidal ideation (SI) among university students is a growing concern, influenced by anxiety, depression, and bullying. However, family closeness and peer support may act as protective factors, reducing the risk of SI. Therefore, this study aims to investigate the key factors influencing SI among university students, focusing on the effects of anxiety, depression, and bullying, along with the roles of family closeness and peer support. The research also explores the interactions and mechanisms between these variables. Methods: A sample of 318 university students was surveyed, evaluating six main factors: anxiety, depression, bullying, family closeness, peer… More >
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International Journal of Mental Health Promotion, Vol.27, No.4, pp. 507-515, 2025, DOI:10.32604/ijmhp.2025.063497 - 30 April 2025
Abstract Background: Employment can support the recovery of individuals with Severe Mental Disorders by promoting autonomy, reducing hospital admissions and associated costs, fostering social connections, and providing structure to their daily lives. The objective of this pilot study was to analyse job satisfaction and perceived social support in people with severe mental disorders who are users of an Employment Guidance and Support Service in southern Spain. Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional pilot study was carried out with a sample of 39 workers with mental disorders from the province of Huelva (southern Spain) who were users of the… More >
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International Journal of Mental Health Promotion, Vol.27, No.4, pp. 517-540, 2025, DOI:10.32604/ijmhp.2025.062739 - 30 April 2025
（This article belongs to the Special Issue: Mattering in the Digital Era: Exploring Its Role in Internet Use Patterns and Mental Health Outcomes)
Abstract Background: Despite increasing attention to parental educational anxiety in China’s educational system, the underlying mechanisms through which this anxiety affects adolescent academic performance remain unclear. This study aims to investigate how parental educational anxiety influences academic outcomes through depression and self-efficacy while considering the role of problematic social media use in today’s digital age. Methods: Data analysis was conducted using stratified random cluster sampling techniques. Participants for this study were recruited from middle and high schools in China. The sample comprised 2579 traditional two-parent families, each consisting of a pair of parents and one child.… More >
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International Journal of Mental Health Promotion, Vol.27, No.4, pp. 541-559, 2025, DOI:10.32604/ijmhp.2025.061043 - 30 April 2025
（This article belongs to the Special Issue: Exploring the Impact of School Bullying, Aggression and Childhood Trauma in the Digital Age: Influencing Factors, Interventions, and Prevention Methods)
Abstract Objectives: The prevalence of cyber-aggression is increasing worldwide, resulting in significant negative impacts on both perpetrators and victims. This study aimed to investigate the relationship between cyber-ostracism and cyber-aggression among college students, clarify the role of various types of rumination in this dynamic. Methods: A total of 1198 Chinese college students (67.4% female; mean age 20.78 years; SD = 1.12) were recruited through cluster random sampling and completed the Cyber-ostracism Experience Scale (COES), Positive and Negative Rumination Scale (PANRS), and Adolescent Online Aggression Behavior Scale (AOABS). The structural equation model (SEM) was employed to examine the… More >
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International Journal of Mental Health Promotion, Vol.27, No.4, pp. 561-576, 2025, DOI:10.32604/ijmhp.2025.058881 - 30 April 2025
（This article belongs to the Special Issue: Mental Health Promotion and Psychosocial Support in Vulnerable Populations: Challenges, Strategies and Interventions)
Abstract Background: Prosocial behavior plays a crucial role in improving interpersonal relationships and social well-being, especially in times of crisis. The COVID-19 pandemic caused a severe humanitarian crisis, prompting governments to implement measures such as social confinement. The main objective of the study was to analyze the psychological and sociodemographic variables that may predict prosocial behavior during quarantine. Methods: The sample consisted of 172 participants from Spain, divided into two groups based on whether they reported an increase in prosocial behaviors during quarantine. An online survey was administered to analyze the psychological and sociodemographic variables. Results: Overall, More >
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International Journal of Mental Health Promotion, Vol.27, No.4, pp. 577-590, 2025, DOI:10.32604/ijmhp.2025.057295 - 30 April 2025
（This article belongs to the Special Issue: Quality of Life, Well-Being and Mental Health in the context of Physical Activity and Health)
Abstract Background: Understanding the factors that influence adolescent psychological resilience is critical for promoting mental health. This study explores the impact and mechanism of labor values on adolescent psychological resilience from the perspective of emotion regulation theory. Methods: This study conducted an in-depth analysis using the Labor Value Scale on 2691 elementary school upper-grade students, middle school students, and high school students. Results: The results show that: (1) labor values can positively predict adolescents’ mental resilience; (2) cognitive reappraisal and expression inhibition play a partial mediating role in the relationship between labor values and adolescents’ psychological resilience. Among More >
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International Journal of Mental Health Promotion, Vol.27, No.4, pp. 591-606, 2025, DOI:10.32604/ijmhp.2025.057726 - 30 April 2025
Abstract Background: In the field of organizational behavior, various aspects that have an impact on employee well-being gradually become a focus of attention. Among them, performance pressure, which is a component of workplace stressors that has a great influence on employees’ job performance as well as well-being, has been little studied. Therefore, this paper constructs a research model, which uses workplace anxiety as a mediating variable and vocational delay of gratification as a moderating variable, to explore the impact of performance pressure on employee well-being. Methods: Reliable data were collected by questionnaire method and data analysis… More >
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