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Psycho-Immunological Process Evaluation of Biodanza

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Stück M., Villegas A., Bauer K., Terren R., Toro V., Sack U.

Signum Temporis

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2009

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vol. 2

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issue 1

99-113

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Introduction. Biodanza is an intervention intended to promote health by encouraging self-expression and autoregulation through music, dance and interaction as developed by R. Toro.Aim of the Study. To examine the effects of Biodanza on the secretion of IgA and the feeling of relaxation before and after the Biodanza sessions in a group of schoolteachers.Materials and Methods. This study can be supported by other studies with adults, which have established moderate correlations between auto-regulative trainings and increases in the secretion of IgA (Green, R. G., Green, M. L., 1987; Jasnoski, Kugler, 1987; Green, R. G., Green, M. L., Santoro, 1988). Our studies are the first to examine these effects with Biodanza based on 10 points of measurement of IgA. An experimental group (EG, Biodanza) and a control group (CG, STRAIMY®,Yoga programme) took part in 10 sessions. Before and after each session IgA and feeling of relaxation were measured. After 10 sessions the EG (Biodanza) continued Biodanza for 10 more sessions.Results. The subjects out of the EG and the CG showed a significant increase (p≤.05) in IgA in 6 out of 10 sessions. The effect sizes (concerning IgA) in the first 6 sessions (d'≥1.05) of Biodanza point towards a large difference between pre and post measures. The lack of pre-post-effects from the seventh Biodanza-session onward, in comparision to the CG, may be due to an increase in pre IgA-values in the EG for the first and last sessions on a 10% significance level with a high effect size (d'=.72). Follow-up examinations after 10 weeks without Biodanza showed that the IgA-group-average-value of the group that did not practice Biodanza between the 10th and the 20th session sank significantly (p<.05 **).Conclusions. The results of the IgA measure before and after each session (short term effect) showed a significant increase after the session in both groups (Biodanza, Yoga-Intervention). Therefore, the intended autoregulative effects of Biodanza- and Yoga are responsible. Furthermore, as the results show, that Biodanza could have in this current study a stronger influence for long-term changes concerning the IgA-Immune-Reaction compared to the Yoga-Intervention (STRAIMY®). This "Transtase"-effect underlines the effect of self-organizing systems, wherein a new quality state (JUMP) in the regulation of IgA is reached. Follow-up examinations proved that Biodanza has to be practiced constantly in order to obtain the immunological changes.

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Identyfikacja stresorów i zarządzanie stresem w firmie

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Zięba A.

Econometrics. Ekonometria. Advances in Applied Data Analytics

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2013

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issue 2(40)

87-94

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This article presents how to use two-parametric logistic model to make a stressors analysis. This model can be used to determine the strength of influence of stressors on individual respondents. There is also a proposition how to use forecasting to assist the process of stress management. Stress management should be based on preventing the appearance of stressors. With the proposed methods, it is possible to compare the strength of stressors in each period, to look how the planned change will be received by employees in the future. In addition, using the cluster analysis allows to find the best way of stressors grouping.

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Psychosocial risks associated with the profession of train driver

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Basińska B., Reczek O.

Internal Security

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2016

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vol. 8(1)

147-158

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Excellent competencies as well as a good physical and mental health are required in train drivers’ profession. Despite the changes in the structure of employment the train drivers above 46 years and job tenure longer than 30 years are the largest group. The generation gap is becoming more pronounced, and its fulfilment will not be easy. It is related not only to training of new personnel but also promotion of healthy work environment focus on reducing occupational stress. The aim of study was twofold. Firstly, identification of psychosocial risks and sources of occupational stress in relation to health of employees will be performed. Secondly, the methods of reducing with occupational stress in train drivers’ profession will be indicated. In study presented here the qualitative method was applied. We have conducted the focused group interview among train drivers and instructors. The results have shown that more important source of occupational stress were the failure of the material factor, workload, role conflict, working time and care of trainees. Results of our previous study based on the individual reviews have indicated that traumatic stress associated with fatal incidents and people under train were significant occupational risk in train drivers’ profession. Organizational resources such as competencies and knowledge of experience train drivers can be helpful in health promotion and development of methods reducing occupational risk. Safety climate, risk assessment, and the acquisition of new personnel require new actions and improvement. Management style more focused on the human factor should be preferred.

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Women’s Lifestyle during Menopause Transition Years (Perimenopause) – Introductory Research

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Kózka M., Prażmowska B., Dziedzic M., Semczak M.

Medical Review

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2013

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issue 1

61–74

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Introduction: For a woman menopause is a time of numerous physiological changes undergoing in the body. The occurring changes result from a major reduction in female hormonal production by the ovaries. As a consequence of this process, bothersome levels of physical and psychological perimenopausal symptoms are often experienced, such as vasomotor instability, perspiration, skeletal changes, problems with memory and concentration, irritability, mood swings. During this period there is an increased risk of coronary thrombosis, breast cancer, colon cancer, diabetes. Women should be aware that a healthy lifestyle eases the discomfort and the effects of biological transitory change occurring during this period. Aim of study: The aim of the study was to assess the lifestyle of women during the menopause transition years and their ways of coping with stress. Material and Methods: Diagnostic survey method was used for the study, the tools being the standardized Healthful Lifestyle Questionnaire with relevant changes, and the CISS questionnaire on stress management. The first questionnaire consisted of 30 questions regarding lifestyle, e.g. physical activity, dietary habits and healthy behaviour. The other tool contained 48 statements describing reactions to difficult and stressful situations. The survey was conducted on a group of 76 women aged 45-60, living in the city of Cracow and Krzeszowice administrative district. The respondents were chosen randomly and participation was anonymous and voluntary. For the statistical analysis of healthy lifestyle questionnaire the Pearson χ² method was used. The issues discussed in the CISS questionnaire were analyzed by a single factor analysis of variance (ANOVA). Outcomes: A vast majority of the respondents do not lead healthy lifestyles. 86% do not have an adequate amount of physical activity, 91% do not have a healthy diet and 58% do not comply with doctor’s instructions. Almost all the surveyed women (95%) declare that they are not able to cope with stress. Conclusions: Women’s lifestyles in the menopause transition years do not promote good health and a sense of physical and emotional well-being. It shows the need to provide women with a wide range of information regarding health behaviour in this period.

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Wstęp: Okres menopauzalny jest dla kobiety czasem wielu przemian fizjologicznych, jakim podlega organizm kobiety. Zachodzące przemiany są wynikiem osłabienia funkcji hormonalnej jajników. Konsekwencją tego są często nasilone dolegliwości fizyczne i psychiczne, takie jak zmiany naczynioruchowe, potliwość, zmiany w kośćcu, zaburzenia koncentracji i pamięci, drażliwość, zmiany nastroju. W tym okresie zwiększa się również u kobiet ryzyko zachorowania na chorobę wieńcową, raka sutka, jelita grubego, cukrzycę. Kobiety powinny być świadome, że zdrowy styl życia zmniejsza dolegliwości i skutki biologicznych przejściowych przemian zachodzących w organizmie w tym okresie. Cel badań: Celem przeprowadzonych badań była ocena zdrowego stylu życia kobiet w okresie menopauzalnym i sposobów radzenia sobie ze stresem. Materiał i metody: W badaniach zastosowano metodę sondażu diagnostycznego, wykorzystując wystandaryzowane narzędzie Kwestionariusza Zdrowego Stylu Życia z wprowadzeniem własnych zmian oraz kwestionariusza radzenia sobie ze stresem CISS. Pierwszy z nich składał się z 30 pytań dotyczących zagadnień stylu życia, np. aktywności fizycznej, nawyków żywieniowych, nawyków prozdrowotnych. Drugie narzędzie badawcze zawierało 48 stwierdzeń opisujących reakcje na trudne, stresujące sytuacje życiowe. Badania przeprowadzono w grupie 76 kobiet w wieku 45–60 lat na terenia miasta Krakowa oraz gminy Krzeszowice. Wybór ankietowanych kobiet odbywał się w sposób incydentalny, a udział w badaniach anonimowy i dobrowolny. W analizie statystycznej dotyczącej zdrowego stylu życia wykorzystano metodę testu χ2 Pearsona. Zagadnienia kwestionariusza CISS poddano analizie jednoczynnikowej (ANOVA). Wyniki: Zdecydowana większość badanych nie prowadzi zdrowego stylu życia. Aktywność fizyczna badanych w 86% jest niewystarczająca, 91% badanych nie odżywia się prawidłowo, a 58% nie stosuje się do zaleceń lekarskich. Prawie wszystkie ankietowane (95%) twierdzą, iż nie radzą sobie w sytuacjach stresowych.

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Yoga Philosophy and Martial Arts for Leaders to Resolve Workplace Stress

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Lenka P., Kumar Behura A.

Ido Movement for Culture. Journal of Martial Arts Anthropology

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2023

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vol. 23

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issue 4

46-55

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Background. Workplace stress has crossed an alarming rate. That affects leaders’ effectiveness as a result hampers organizational productivity. Leaders are the frontrunners of organizations, leading the organizational objectives such as profit maximization, continuous improvement, employee management, stakeholder satisfaction, etc. In order to manage the organizational objective in a smooth manner the leader must have a sound mind and a stress-free workplace. Problem and aim. Stress management has become a center of debate for practitioners, researchers, and activists. Stress negatively affects leaders’ health, social life, work performance, and the environment where they work. To achieve physical and mental well-being, stress management is indeed needed. For that, this paper proposes Yoga and Martial Arts as a way to maintain the balance between mind and body and make leaders able to manage workplace stress. Methods. This paper adopts the qualitative methodology based on content analysis. Results. Yoga and Martial Arts aid to maintain mental and physical balance, enhancing self-confidence, self-control, and self-resilience, making practitioners able to face jeopardized situations. As a result, reduces workplace stress. Conclusion. Therefore, it is highly recommended that Yoga Philosophy (YP) and Martial Arts (MA) should be adopted in organizational strategy, as these are indispensable for workplace stress management. Organizations should invest in Yoga and Martial Arts to enhance their employee’s focus and mindfulness, as a result, it enhances organizational productivity.

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Tło. Stres w miejscu pracy osiągnął alarmujący poziom. Ma to negatywny wpływ na skuteczność liderów i utrudnia osiąganie produktywności organizacyjnej. Liderzy są pionierami organizacji, którzy realizują jej cele, takie jak maksymalizacja zysków, ciągłe doskonalenie, zarządzanie pracownikami, zadowolenie akcjonariuszy, itp. Aby skutecznie zarządzać tymi celami, lider musi mieć zdrowy umysł i bezstresowe miejsce pracy. Problem i cel. Zarządzanie stresem stało się przedmiotem debat wśród zawodników, badaczy i aktywistów. Stres negatywnie wpływa na zdrowie liderów, życie społeczne, wydajność pracy i środowisko, w którym pracują. Aby osiągnąć dobrostan fizyczny i psychiczny, niezbędne jest zarządzanie stresem. W związku z tym w artykule proponuje się jogę i sztuki walki jako sposób utrzymania równowagi między umysłem a ciałem i umożliwienia liderom radzenia sobie ze stresem w miejscu pracy. Metody. Artykuł przyjmuje metodologię jakościową opartą na analizie treści. Wyniki. Joga i sztuki walki pomagają utrzymać równowagę psychiczną i fizyczną, wzmacniając pewność siebie, samokontrolę i odporność psychiczną, dzięki czemu praktykujący są w stanie stawić czoła zagrożeniom. W rezultacie zmniejsza się stres w miejscu pracy. Wnioski. Autorzy zdecydowanie zalecają wprowadzenie filozofii jogi (YP) i sztuk walki (MA) do strategii organizacji, ponieważ są one niezbędne do zarządzania stresem w miejscu pracy. Organizacje powinny inwestować w jogę i sztuki walki, aby zwiększyć skupienie i uważność pracowników, co prowadzi do zwiększenia produktywności organizacji.

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Social support for veterans

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Czuba B.

Scientific Journal of the Military University of Land Forces

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2021

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vol. 53

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issue 1(199)

5-20

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Celem artykułu jest przedstawienie sposobu, w jaki weterani, którzy doświadczyli traumy podczas misji, postrzegają wsparcie społeczne. Wsparcie społeczne jest ważnym zasobem jednostki w radzeniu sobie z trudnościami życia. Przedmiotem analizy są badania ilościowe z udziałem weteranów oraz jakościowe badania własne – wywiady swobodne, analizowane metodą IPA (Indywidualna Analiza Fenomenologiczna). Uzyskane wyniki wskazują, że wsparcie społeczne można traktować w kategoriach metazasobu, uruchamiającego inne, ważne zasoby człowieka, umacniające go w sytuacjach trudnych. Kryteria oczekiwanego wsparcia spełniają koleżeńskie grupy samopomocy, które mogą działać w jednostkach wojskowych i uzupełniać pomoc świadczoną przez profesjonalistów.

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The article aims to outline how mission-traumatized veterans perceive social support. Social support is an essential resource for an individual in coping with the difficulties in everyday life. The subject of the examination is quantitative research with veterans’ participation and own qualitative research – free interviews analyzed using the IPA (Individual Phenomenological Analysis) method. The obtained results indicate that social support can be considered in terms of a meta-resource that activates other vital resources of humans, thereby strengthening them in difficult situations. The expected support criteria are met by friendly self-help groups that can operate in military units and complement the help provided by professionals.

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Strategie radzenia sobie ze stresem u współmałżonków w sytuacji migracji zarobkowej

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Stepulak M. Z., Pabian K.

Roczniki Nauk o Rodzinie

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2011

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vol. 3

245-276

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Stephen Castles and Mark Miller have defined contemporary times as the age of migration. Similarly, in Poland labor migration that was intensified after Poland had joined the European Union, is a phenomenon forming numerous social processes. Poles' migrations share the general tendencies: globalization, acceleration, diversification and feminization. They have many consequences for marital and family life. One of them, that is the cause why other consequences occur, is stress. The present article tackles the issue of strategies of coping with stress used by the spouse of a labor migrant, who remains at home. The article consists of two parts. In Part One the specific character is presented of labor migrations after Poland had joined the European Union. The results brought by migration are sketched on the family and social planes. The effect of separation caused by economic factors on the marital bond and on the family life is emphasized. Among the many consequences also stress is mentioned, that is characterized from the angle of the migration process, starting from the decision about the trip, through successive “visits of the migrant at home”, to the consequences of the long absence in the relations with the wife/husband and with the children. The significance is emphasized of the choice of certain strategies of coping in the situation of a series of stressing events started by migration. In view of the fact that the problem had not been made the object of academic considerations before, research was conducted that aimed at describing the way that the selected traits in the spouses of labor migrants influence the choice of strategies and particular ways of coping. Hypotheses and research questions were formulated, taking into consideration such variables as sex, education, length of marriage, and the connection of these variables with the strategies of coping with stress. In order to verify the hypotheses and to answer the questions two research tools were used: a demographic questionnaire and the Ways of Coping Questionnaire by Richard S. Lazarus and Susan Folkman. Part Two of the article contains a description of the methodology of the authors' own research, as well as an analysis and interpretation of the obtained results. On the basis of the demographic questionnaire the population of the spouses of labor migrants who remain at home was characterized, as well as the difficulties that the subjects consider troublesome in the situation of separation caused by economic factors. In the summing up of the article the conclusions are included that may be a basis for planning family-marital counseling in the situation of labor migration.

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