Journal of Theoretical Social Psychology

Declining natural resources or climate change are examples of global challenges that characterize our globalized world. A sustainable human cohabitation depends on global intergroup cooperation and joint efforts to solve these crises. Intergroup contact tends to reduce intergroup prejudice and can facilitate such intergroup cooperation. Another line of research indicates that these improved attitudes may reduce the motivation to collective action among members of disadvantaged groups in situations of intergroup conflict, indicating that intergroup contact and collective action are antagonistic processes. In this article, we argue instead that intergroup contact may facilitate collective action intentions against global crises (e.g., climate change or global economic inequalities) that require international cooperation. Specifically, we propose international contact to foster recategorization on the level of all humanity, and in turn intentions of globally responsible actions. We first review evidence of the effects of contact with regard to intergroup cooperation. It is followed by a discussion of the unique nature of collective action concerning a common global challenge. We then integrate both lines of research within the Common Ingroup Identity approach. In two empirical studies (N1 = 104, N2 = 259), we show first evidence that international contact increases identification and solidarity with humanity which then (according to Study 2) is also positively related to intentions of global responsible behavior. Our analysis thus suggests that intergroup contact, beyond the improvement of attitudes, may serve as an effective initiator of social change.

Anne-Kristin Römpke

Immo Fritsche

Gerhard Reese

Get together, feel together, act together: International personal contact increases identification with humanity and global collective action

聚在一起，感受一起，行动一起：国际个人接触增强人类认同与全球集体行动

Mindfulness along with cognitive factors such as metacognition, rumination, and emotion regulation profoundly impact individual mental health and well‐being. The primary goal of this study is to understand the global research trends in mindfulness, mental health, and cognitive factors and to provide a bird’s eye view of the research carried out so far, which provides a strong foundation for future research. Bibliometric analysis was carried out using the VOS viewer and RStudio software, using publication data extracted from the Scopus database. The COVID‐19 pandemic triggered researchers to focus more on mental health‐related issues. Developed nations contributed significantly to most of the bibliometric indicators. In developed countries, research on mental health and well‐being emphasizes key determinants such as mindfulness, metacognition, rumination, and emotion regulation more extensively than in developing countries. Significant research gaps are identified in “Mental Health,” “Well‐Being,” and “Metacognition.” A significant share of the research activity is concentrated in the European region. Developing nations need to improve their research and collaborations keeping in view of the potential possibility of improvement of the Human Development Index (HDI) and achieving Sustainable Development Goal 3, thereby contributing to “Good Health” and “Well‐Being” at a global level.

Kakollu Suresh

Aehsan Ahmad Dar

Lakshmi Narasimha Prasad D.

Dean Fernandes

Mindfulness to Mental Health: Exploring Bibliometric Pathways via Metacognition, Rumination, and Emotion Regulation

从正念到心理健康：通过元认知、反刍和情绪调节探索文献计量路径

Self‐compassion is a crucial factor in psychological well‐being, particularly among young adults facing various life challenges. This study investigates the multidimensional nature of self‐compassion and its impact on flourishing and life satisfaction in 994 college students. We found that the Self‐Compassion Scale is best understood as comprising separate “protective” (e.g., self‐acceptance and kindness) and “vulnerability” (e.g., self‐criticism) factors. Both men and women interpreted the scale similarly, suggesting a shared understanding of self‐compassion. However, gender differences emerged in how these dimensions relate to well‐being. The “protective” dimension positively influenced flourishing and life satisfaction for both genders. Notably, for women, managing “vulnerability” was a stronger predictor of life satisfaction compared to men. This highlights the importance of fostering self‐compassion, particularly by addressing the vulnerability factor, to enhance women’s overall well‐being. The study emphasizes the need to consider the multidimensional nature of self‐compassion and gender differences when examining its relationship with well‐being.

Sugiarti Musabiq

Guritnaningsih Prayitno Amir Santoso

Bagus Takwin

Elizabeth Kristi Poerwandari

Differential Pattern of Consequences of Self‐Compassion Across Gender

自我同情在性别间的后果差异模式

Background: Little research has been done to identify the individual‐level factors contributing to the prevention of administrative corruption. Specifically, Iranian public employees are an understudied population in terms of individual and contextual factors that contribute to the prevention of administrative corruption. This study aimed to identify the perception of public servants about the psychosocial factors that facilitate the prevention of corruption. Method: Data were collected using semistructured interviews with 14 individuals working in public sector departments or agencies in Tehran. Results: Six main themes emerged from the data: cognitive characteristics (including “detachment‐promoting thoughts and beliefs” and “consequence‐focused thoughts and beliefs”), emotional patterns (including “deterrent negative emotions” and “deterrent positive emotions”), personality characteristics (including “self‐oriented conservative personality traits” and “other‐oriented prosocial personality traits”), behavioral strategies (including “need‐fulfillment strategies” and “self‐care strategies”), familial background (including “growing up in a rule‐oriented and value‐oriented family” and “living with an honest and supportive spouse”), and organizational context (including “employee monitoring” and “rule‐based and ethical space of the organization”). Conclusion: The study reveals some psychological and contextual factors that could be involved in preventing administrative corruption in Iran. These factors can be taken into consideration when designing preventive measures and policies aimed at reducing corrupt behaviors in public agents and promoting ethics in public service.

Saeid Zandi

Masoumeh Esmaeili

Kumars Farahbakhsh

Individual and Contextual Factors Associated With the Prevention of Corruption: A Qualitative Study Among Iranian Public Employees

个体和情境因素与腐败预防的关联：伊朗公职人员的定性研究

Journal of Theoretical Social PsychologyVolume 3, Issue 3 p. 167-175 ORIGINAL ARTICLE To resist or not to resist? Investigating the normative features of resistance to persuasion Eric Bonetto, Corresponding Author Eric Bonetto eric.bonetto@univ-amu.fr orcid.org/0000-0002-0824-1103 Aix-Marseille Université, LPS, Aix-en-Provence, France Correspondence Eric Bonetto, Aix-Marseille Université, Maison de la Recherche, Laboratoire de Psychologie Sociale, 29 Avenue Robert Schuman 13621 Aix-en-Provence Cedex 1, France. Email: eric.bonetto@univ-amu.frSearch for more papers by this authorFlorent Varet, Florent Varet orcid.org/0000-0002-5248-3740 Aix-Marseille Université, LPS, Aix-en-Provence, France IFSTTAR, TS2, LMA, Salon de Provence, FranceSearch for more papers by this authorJaïs Troïan, Jaïs Troïan orcid.org/0000-0003-2285-4114 Aix-Marseille Université, LPS, Aix-en-Provence, FranceSearch for more papers by this author Eric Bonetto, Corresponding Author Eric Bonetto eric.bonetto@univ-amu.fr orcid.org/0000-0002-0824-1103 Aix-Marseille Université, LPS, Aix-en-Provence, France Correspondence Eric Bonetto, Aix-Marseille Université, Maison de la Recherche, Laboratoire de Psychologie Sociale, 29 Avenue Robert Schuman 13621 Aix-en-Provence Cedex 1, France. Email: eric.bonetto@univ-amu.frSearch for more papers by this authorFlorent Varet, Florent Varet orcid.org/0000-0002-5248-3740 Aix-Marseille Université, LPS, Aix-en-Provence, France IFSTTAR, TS2, LMA, Salon de Provence, FranceSearch for more papers by this authorJaïs Troïan, Jaïs Troïan orcid.org/0000-0003-2285-4114 Aix-Marseille Université, LPS, Aix-en-Provence, FranceSearch for more papers by this author First published: 18 March 2019 https://doi.org/10.1002/jts5.44Citations: 5 Funding information Region Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur; French Ministry of Research and Education Read the full textAboutPDF ToolsRequest permissionExport citationAdd to favoritesTrack citation ShareShare Give accessShare full text accessShare full-text accessPlease review our Terms and Conditions of Use and check box below to share full-text version of article.I have read and accept the Wiley Online Library Terms and Conditions of UseShareable LinkUse the link below to share a full-text version of this article with your friends and colleagues. Learn more.Copy URL Share a linkShare onFacebookTwitterLinkedInRedditWechat Abstract Resistance to Persuasion (RP) is an important construct allowing to understand attitude change (or its absence) after persuasive attempts. Theorized as an individual attribute, no research has yet investigated the potential presence of prescriptive norms of judgment surrounding the display of RP by individuals. In line with the prevalence of individualistic values within occidental societies—where individuals are expected to be self-determined, autonomous, self-reliant, confident, and skillful—the present contribution therefore investigated whether displaying RP was subjected to social valorization. A first study, using a self-presentation paradigm (within subjects, N = 106), showed that displaying RP conveyed a negative image of oneself. A second study, using a social judgment task (between subjects, N = 189), showed that targets displaying high RP were seen as less warm but more competent than targets displaying low RP. This effect was conceptually replicated in a third study using a different social judgment task (between subjects, N = 219). These results are interpreted in terms of social power and resistance to social influence. Practical implications are then discussed from two important perspectives: (a) the potential usefulness of power priming as a way to increase RP; (b) social norms surrounding RP as crucial moderators of intervention outcomes (e.g., focusing on critical thinking promotion). The existence of social valorization of not being resistant could be leveraged and could be crucial for applied psychologists, especially to optimize interventions aiming to fight against the spread of conspiracy theories and fake news among the public. Citing Literature Volume3, Issue3July 2019Pages 167-175 RelatedInformation

Eric Bonetto

Florent Varet

Jaïs Troïan

To resist or not to resist? Investigating the normative features of resistance to persuasion

抵抗还是不抵抗？探究抵制说服的规范性特征

A diverse workforce is innovative and women are equally contributing to the country’s economic development along with men. In a dynamic business community, women are more enthusiastic and progressively using their potential for financial growth and providing benefits to their families as well. In the subcontinent, women also participate in the workforce and contribute to improving their quality of life and financial responsibilities. The objective of current research is to find out the relationship between emotional health, positive life orientation, and work‐life balance in professional married women. A correlational research design and purposive sampling strategy were utilized to conceptualize the study. A total of 300 professional married women who served in various positions in different organizations were selected. Standardized instruments were used to measure study variables along with sociodemographic Performa. Statistical findings of the study revealed a significant positive relationship between emotional wellness, positive life orientation, and work‐personal life enhancement ( ∗∗∗ p &lt; 0.01, ∗∗ p &lt; 0.1, ∗ p &lt; 0.05) by using Pearson product‐moment correlation. Mediation through PLS revealed that positive life orientation mediates the relationship between emotional wellness and work‐life balance. Independent Sample T ‐test results also revealed that working women living in the nuclear family system have higher work interference with personal life and personal life interference with work than those women who live in a joint family system. This research will be helpful for organizations to design a conducive and women‐friendly job environment and use women’s potential for constructive and productive professional growth and organizational progress.

Saira Maqsood

Sadia Niazi

Tahir Alyas

Hafiza Saliha Ghaffar

Marva Sohail

Shadman Sakib

Navigating the Role of Emotional Health and Positive Life Outlook on Work‐Life Balance in Professional Married Women

专业已婚女性工作与生活平衡中情感健康与积极生活态度的作用探析

Although it is widely recognized that atmosphere influences people’s decision‐making process, few studied have examined the effect of atmosphere in the context of consensus building concerning the construction of controversial infrastructures. At local residents’ briefing sessions, the negative words used by certain members of the strong opposition can often create a negative atmosphere, leading to unpleasant arguments. Therefore, in this study, a vignette experiment was conducted to examine the influence of the atmosphere at briefing sessions on local residents’ intention to participate in discussion. The results showed that local residents reported greater intention to participate in discussion in a positive atmosphere compared to a negative atmosphere. As for the cognitive process, however, while in the positive atmosphere only a single factor (i.e., interest) affected local residents’ intention, in the negative atmosphere multifactors (e.g., procedural justice, disbenefit, and mental burden) affected the intention. These findings suggest the importance of choosing an appropriate strategy to increase resident’s intention to participate in discussion depending on the atmosphere (positive or negative). The psychological mechanism of the influence of atmosphere and effective strategies that project implementers should take when the atmosphere becomes negative at a briefing session are discussed.

Tomotaka Okuyama

Toshiaki Aoki

Atmosphere at Briefing Sessions and Its Influence on Local Residents’ Intention to Participate in Discussion

简报会现场氛围及其对当地居民参与讨论意愿的影响

Abbreviation	J. Theor. Soc. Psychol.
Journal Impact	2.44
Quartiles(Global)	PSYCHOLOGY, SOCIAL(Q2)

ISSN	2475-0387
h-index	15

Publication Information	Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc.，Publishing cycle: ，Journal Type: journal，Open Access Journals: No
Basic data	Year of publication: 2017，Proportion of original research papers: 33.33%，Self Citation Rate:0.00%， Gold OA Rate: 64.00%

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Get together, feel together, act together: International personal contact increases identification with humanity and global collective action

Mindfulness to Mental Health: Exploring Bibliometric Pathways via Metacognition, Rumination, and Emotion Regulation

Differential Pattern of Consequences of Self‐Compassion Across Gender

Individual and Contextual Factors Associated With the Prevention of Corruption: A Qualitative Study Among Iranian Public Employees

To resist or not to resist? Investigating the normative features of resistance to persuasion

Mindfulness to Mental Health: Exploring Bibliometric Pathways via Metacognition, Rumination, and Emotion Regulation

Differential Pattern of Consequences of Self‐Compassion Across Gender

Individual and Contextual Factors Associated With the Prevention of Corruption: A Qualitative Study Among Iranian Public Employees

Navigating the Role of Emotional Health and Positive Life Outlook on Work‐Life Balance in Professional Married Women

Atmosphere at Briefing Sessions and Its Influence on Local Residents’ Intention to Participate in Discussion