Min Zeng¹, Fan Yang¹, Jie Huang², Zhongkai Liao², Sheng Liu³, Xu Wang^1,*

Congenital Heart Disease, Vol.20, No.5, pp. 581-589, 2025, DOI:10.32604/chd.2025.070100 - 30 November 2025

Abstract Background: Psychosocial functioning and quality of life (QoL) are strongly associated with outcomes in pediatric heart transplant recipients. The data in pediatric transplantation, however, is limited. This study aims to investigate the associations of perioperative anxiety and depression with postoperative complications, sociodemographic and clinical characteristics. Methods: This observational, analytical, longitudinal study included 42 pediatric participants aged 8 to 16 years old. Preoperative psychological assessments were completed by 36 children, the remaining 6 were unable to participate due to invasive ventilation, extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO), and physical debilitation. Postoperatively, all 42 subjects completed the psychosocial evaluations. Data… More >

Yuchao Pan^*

International Journal of Mental Health Promotion, Vol.27, No.11, pp. 1769-1780, 2025, DOI:10.32604/ijmhp.2025.070147 - 28 November 2025

Abstract Objectives: While organizations are increasingly adopting artificial intelligence (AI), its effects on employees’ well-being remain poorly understood. Drawing on social cognitive theory, this study aimed to examine the underlying mechanism through which organizational AI adoption influences employees’ well-being. Methods: A two-wave time-lagged research design was conducted with 262 Chinese employees employing a voluntary and anonymous survey. The survey included measures of organizational AI adoption, AI use anxiety, job insecurity, subjective well-being, and psychological well-being. The data were analyzed using SPSS 26.0 software and macro PROCESS. Results: The moderation analysis revealed that AI use anxiety moderated the association… More >

Huazhe Wan¹, Wenying Huang², Wen Zhang², Chang Hu^2,*

International Journal of Mental Health Promotion, Vol.27, No.10, pp. 1611-1626, 2025, DOI:10.32604/ijmhp.2025.070457 - 31 October 2025

Abstract Background: Social anxiety is prevalent among adolescents and severely impacts their mental health and social functioning. This study aims to explore the underlying mechanisms and subgroup differences in adolescent social anxiety to provide a theoretical basis for targeted interventions. Methods: 3025 Chinese adolescents (Mean_age = 13.91 ± 1.60 years; 47% male) completed self-report measures of physical activity, core self-evaluation, and social anxiety. Variable-centered analyses employed PROCESS Model 4 with 5000 bootstrap samples; covariates were gender, grade, and place of residence. Person-centered analyses used latent profile analysis in Mplus 8.3 to identify subgroups based on social anxiety… More >

Marta Reis^1,2,3,4,5,*, Catarina Noronha⁶, Gina Tomé^3,4,5, Marina Carvalho^4,6, Nuno Neto Rodrigues⁷, Margarida Gaspar de Matos^3,4,6

International Journal of Mental Health Promotion, Vol.27, No.10, pp. 1457-1470, 2025, DOI:10.32604/ijmhp.2025.070318 - 31 October 2025

Abstract Objectives: Academic Evaluation Anxiety is a significant psychological concern among adolescents, with well-documented impacts on academic performance, emotional well-being, and school engagement. In Portugal, recent evidence suggests growing pressure on students to achieve high academic standards, with psychosocial variables such as resilience, perceived support, and school environment playing a crucial role. This study aims to examine the prevalence and psychosocial predictors of Academic Evaluation Anxiety in Portuguese students, and to identify risk and protective factors that inform educational practice. Methods: This cross-sectional, quantitative study analysed data from 3083 students (5th to 12th grade) from the… More >

Yumeng Kong^*, Xuesong Guo, Yifei Wang

International Journal of Mental Health Promotion, Vol.27, No.10, pp. 1577-1594, 2025, DOI:10.32604/ijmhp.2025.069985 - 31 October 2025

Abstract Background: Anxiety and depression are prevalent among university students, calling for effective non-pharmacological interventions. Tai Chi shows potential in reducing these symptoms, but research on its effects at different frequencies in younger populations is limited. This study compared the impacts of high-(5 sessions/week), medium-(3 sessions/week), and low-frequency (2 sessions/week) 24-form Tai Chi on college students’ anxiety/depression, versus a control group. Methods: A randomized controlled trial (RCT) included 120 university students with mild-to-moderate anxiety/depression, randomly assigned to 4 groups (30 each). The 8-week intervention used the Self-Rating Anxiety Scale (SAS) and Self-Rating Depression Scale (SDS) for… More >

Xi Chen^1,3, Wanru Lin¹, Yuefu Liu^2,*

Journal of Psychology in Africa, Vol.35, No.5, pp. 661-669, 2025, DOI:10.32604/jpa.2025.068787 - 24 October 2025

Abstract Accurate assessment of climate anxiety is crucial, yet the cross-cultural transportability of existing instruments remains an open question. This study translated and validated the Hogg Climate Anxiety Scale for the Chinese context. A total of 959 students (females = 69.7%; M age = 19.60 years, SD = 1.40 years) completed the Hogg Climate Anxiety Scale, with the Climate Change Anxiety Scale and the Anxiety Presence Subscale served as criterion measures for concurrent validity. Test–retest reliability was evaluated with a subset after one month. Confirmatory factor analysis supported the original four-factor structure and measurement invariance across genders.… More >

Hakgweon Lee¹, Youngho Kim^2,*

International Journal of Mental Health Promotion, Vol.27, No.9, pp. 1411-1421, 2025, DOI:10.32604/ijmhp.2025.069543 - 30 September 2025

Abstract Background: It has been broadly witnessed that a large number of adolescents are suffering emotional and mental health problems after COVID-19, and such adverse experiences in early life often extend into adulthood, resulting in serious long-term implications. However, it is accepted that the literature examining the relationship between mental health problems in adolescents and their underlying psychological factors is limited. The purposes of the current study were to identify mental health problems of Korean adolescents and to investigate the possible influence of self-esteem, self-efficacy, and health locus of control on mental health problems. Methods: A… More >

Hui Yang¹, Yijie Li^2,*

International Journal of Mental Health Promotion, Vol.27, No.9, pp. 1279-1300, 2025, DOI:10.32604/ijmhp.2025.068399 - 30 September 2025

Abstract Background: Foreign Language Anxiety (FLA) represents a substantial affective barrier that undermines cognitive performance, motivation, and retention in language learners. Emerging evidence highlights mindfulness-based interventions as promising strategies for enhancing emotional regulation and reducing anxiety across educational contexts. This review synthesizes current research on mindfulness as a psychological intervention, aims to evaluate its efficacy in alleviating FLA, and discusses its broader implications for health-focused educational policy and practice. Methods: Following PRISMA guidelines, we systematically reviewed studies examining the relationships between mindfulness and FLA. Our search of four major databases (November 2023) initially identified 346 articles… More >

Ji-eun Yu¹, Eunji Ahn², Hanbit Jin², Dongsu Kim^2,*

International Journal of Mental Health Promotion, Vol.27, No.9, pp. 1353-1367, 2025, DOI:10.32604/ijmhp.2025.067407 - 30 September 2025

Abstract Background: Patients with cancer are confronted not only with physical changes and pain but also with significant psychological challenges, including distress, anxiety, and depression, as a consequence of their diagnosis and treatment. This study aimed to identify the factors influencing anxiety or depression in patients with cancer, examine the relationship between the duration since cancer diagnosis and psychological state, and explore the association between these factors and the use of Korean medicine (KM). Methods: This study utilized data from the 2018 Korea Health Panel spanning 2008 to 2018. The analysis focused on adult participants (aged… More >

Jaehyun Kim¹, Junhyoung Kim², Chungsup Lee³, Marcos Ardon Lobos¹, Na Young Kim^4,*

International Journal of Mental Health Promotion, Vol.27, No.8, pp. 1087-1099, 2025, DOI:10.32604/ijmhp.2025.064617 - 29 August 2025

Abstract Background: While traditional meditation practices are known for their mental health benefits, they often face limitations such as restricted access and environmental distractions. To address these challenges and enhance meditation effectiveness, this study implemented an immersive virtual reality meditation (IVRM) program and examined its potential mental health benefits among university students—a population that frequently experiences significant psychological distress. Methods: Nineteen university students participated in eight 15-min sessions of an IVRM program designed to promote mindfulness and relaxation over the course of one month. Perceived stress and anxiety levels were assessed using validated self-report measures at… More >