Psychology, Applied

Article Psychology, Applied

Assessing the effectiveness of autism spectrum disorder roadway warning signs: A case study in New Jersey

Deep Patel, Ruqaya Emad Alfaris, Mohammad Jalayer

Summary: This study assesses the effectiveness of specific disability warning signs for autism in multiple locations in New Jersey and finds that these signs do not significantly reduce non-compliance driving behavior and driving speed.

TRANSPORTATION RESEARCH PART F-TRAFFIC PSYCHOLOGY AND BEHAVIOUR (2024)

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Does messaging matter? A registered report on appearance-versus health-based message framing in exercise appeals targeted towards women

Kimberly R. More, Curt More, Kayla A. Burd, Aikaterini Mentzou, L. Alison Phillips

Summary: This study aimed to investigate the prediction of psychological reactance through the matching of message framing and health message outcomes, and its impact on cognitive and behavioral outcomes related to exercise.

PSYCHOLOGY OF SPORT AND EXERCISE (2024)

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Perfectionism and performance in sport: Exploring non-linear relationships with track and field athletes

Sanna M. Nordin-Bates, Daniel J. Madigan, Andrew P. Hill, Luke F. Olsson

Summary: This study explored the relationship between perfectionism and athletic performance and found a nonlinear relationship. In some cases, perfectionistic strivings may have both positive and negative effects on sport performance.

PSYCHOLOGY OF SPORT AND EXERCISE (2024)

Article Engineering, Industrial

Principles and practices of designing for resilient performance: An assessment framework

Claudia Maria Dias Guerra Disconzi, Tarcisio Abreu Saurin

Summary: This article introduces a framework for assessing the extent to which a system uses practices and principles of Design for Resilient Performance (DfRP). The framework application is exemplified based on the study of an emergency department. The study contributes to DfRP theory and offers a new approach for resilience assessment.

APPLIED ERGONOMICS (2024)

Article Engineering, Industrial

A design evaluation tool for older adults using domestic information processing appliances

Lisa-Dionne Morris, Alison Mckay, Thomas Cassidy

Summary: This paper introduces a coding scheme for analyzing user interactions with domestic information processing appliances, and illustrates its efficacy through a case study on microwave oven, providing recommendations for the design of operational interfaces and instructional materials.

APPLIED ERGONOMICS (2024)

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Motivational climate dimensions predict youth soccer players' psychosocial well-being over time

Lindsay E. Kipp, Nicole D. Bolter

Summary: This study examines the relationships between psychological need satisfaction, personal and social responsibility in young athletes, using a longitudinal design and self-determination theory. The findings suggest that perceptions of coaches' punishment for mistakes can negatively impact the sense of relatedness with coaches and teammates, which in turn influences personal and social responsibility. Providing opportunities for collaborative learning and minimizing mistake-contingent punishment can enhance athletes' sense of connection and improve their psychosocial well-being.

PSYCHOLOGY OF SPORT AND EXERCISE (2024)

Review Engineering, Industrial

Soft computing applications in the field of human factors and ergonomics: A review of the past decade of research

Erman Cakit, Waldemar Karwowski

Summary: The main objectives of this study were to review the literature on the applications of soft computing concepts to the field of human factors and ergonomics (HFE) between 2013 and 2022 and highlight future developments and trends. Multiple soft computing methods and techniques, including fuzzy logic, artificial neural networks, genetic algorithms, and their combinations, have been investigated for effective application in HFE. A total of 104 articles were selected from 406 papers to showcase the applications of these methods in HFE. The results of this study contribute to addressing the challenges of complexity, vagueness, and imprecision in human factors and ergonomics research through the use of soft computing methodologies.

APPLIED ERGONOMICS (2024)

Article Engineering, Industrial

The effects of distraction on younger drivers: A neurophysiological perspective

Jake Goldsworthy, Christopher N. Watling, Chae Rose, Gregoire Larue

Summary: Distracted driving, including phone use, is a significant cause of traffic accidents globally. A simulated driving study found that young drivers who use phones while driving experience negative effects on neurophysiological arousal, subjective workload, and objective driving performance. The study emphasizes the importance of not using a phone while driving.

APPLIED ERGONOMICS (2024)

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Effects of task difficulty on performance and event-related bradycardia during preparation for action

Jennifer Henderson, Maria Kavussanu, Germano Gallicchio, Christopher Ring

Summary: This study examines the relationship between heart rate changes and golf putting performance, finding that task difficulty affects heart rate deceleration characteristics and correlates with task performance.

PSYCHOLOGY OF SPORT AND EXERCISE (2024)

Article Psychology, Applied

Are Training Programs Addressing Anti-Black Racism and White Supremacy? A Descriptive Analysis

Melanie M. Wilcox, Laura Reid Marks, Danielle N. Franks, Rosie Phillips Davis, Tierra Moss

Summary: This study examines the attention that counseling psychology programs pay to antiracism and White supremacy. The findings reveal a lack of reflection of modern antiracist paradigms in course syllabi. Faculty members rate their programs more positively than students, and there are differences in the perception of Whiteness among White students.

COUNSELING PSYCHOLOGIST (2024)

Article Engineering, Industrial

The effect of verbal instructions while using digital indoor wayfinding devices on gender, performance, and self-reported strategies

Ido Morag, Avi Parush

Summary: This study indicates that there is a relationship between gender and wayfinding performance, and verbal instructions can influence this relationship. Male participants perform better in terms of accuracy and speed in wayfinding, while females rely more on specific routes. Additionally, applying survey knowledge to females may improve their indoor wayfinding ability.

APPLIED ERGONOMICS (2024)

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A moderated mediation analysis on the influence of social support and cognitive flexibility in predicting mental wellbeing in elite sport

R. M. Davies, M. A. Knoll, M. N. Kyranides

Summary: This study aimed to examine the mechanism by which social support influences mental wellbeing, using cognitive flexibility as a mediator, and analyzing the consistency of this pathway between elite athletes, retired athletes, and non-athletes. The results showed a significant indirect effect from social support to mental wellbeing through cognitive flexibility, but the effectiveness of cognitive flexibility interventions may be less significant for elite athletes compared to other groups.

PSYCHOLOGY OF SPORT AND EXERCISE (2024)

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Metabolic power response to added mass on the lower extremities during running

Itay Coifman, Rodger Kram, Raziel Riemer

Summary: This study aimed to quantify the metabolic cost of running with additional leg mass. The results showed that for every 1000 g of added mass per leg, gross metabolic power increased by approximately 16% (foot) and 11% (shank) for females, which was slightly greater than the 11% and 8% increases for males, respectively. For thigh loading, metabolic power only increased by 4% per 1000 g in both sexes.

APPLIED ERGONOMICS (2024)

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Defining the scope and content of mental health guidelines for community sport in Australia: A Delphi study

Caitlin Liddelow, Matthew J. Schweickle, Jordan T. Sutcliffe, Christian Swann, Richard Keegan, Simon Rice, Anthony Okely, Stewart A. Vella

Summary: Regular sport participation has physical and psychological health benefits, but some sport environments may contribute to the development of mental health disorders. To ensure psychologically safe sport environments for all participants, mental health guidelines for recreational sport are needed, and collaboration with experts is crucial.

PSYCHOLOGY OF SPORT AND EXERCISE (2024)

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Prolonged cognitive effort impairs inhibitory control and causes significant mental fatigue after an endurance session with an auditive distractor in professional soccer players

Maria E. C. Ferreira, Dalton Lima-Junior, Heloiana Faro, Bart Roelands, Leonardo S. Fortes

Summary: The study investigated the acute effects of cognitive effort and auditory distraction on inhibitory control, subjective mental fatigue, MOT skills, and HRV in professional soccer players during a prolonged endurance session, followed by a 24-hour follow-up evaluation. The findings showed that cognitive effort impaired inhibitory control and increased mental fatigue, but did not significantly impact MOT skills and HRV in the players.

PSYCHOLOGY OF SPORT AND EXERCISE (2024)

Article Engineering, Industrial

The effect of handedness on upper extremity isometric strength symmetry

Michael W. B. Watterworth, Fahima Wakeely, Sarah A. Fitzgerald, Nicholas J. La Delfa

Summary: This study investigated the differences in isometric strength symmetry between left-handed and right-handed individuals and found that left-handed individuals tend to have greater strength in their non-dominant limb, while right-handed individuals tend to have greater strength in their dominant limb. This suggests that separate norms should be created to account for handedness when considering ergonomic design and assessment criteria.

APPLIED ERGONOMICS (2024)

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How do new runners maintain their running, and what leads to others stopping? A qualitative, longitudinal study

Alister McCormick, Pille Pedmanson, Ben Jane, Paula Watson

Summary: This study used qualitative and longitudinal methods to explore and interpret the experiences of new runners and understand what factors contribute to their maintenance or discontinuation of running. The findings suggest that having a meaningful reason or purpose for running is crucial for sustained participation. However, social inequalities such as gender experiences, wealth, and health differences create barriers and unequal opportunities for runners. The study highlights the dynamic nature of exercise barriers and facilitators and emphasizes the importance of addressing social inequalities to promote sustained exercise participation.

PSYCHOLOGY OF SPORT AND EXERCISE (2024)

Article Engineering, Industrial

Assessing the impact of industrial glove use on perceived hand dexterity, function, and strength

Eduardo M. Sosa, Sueann Woods, Seth Powers, Madison Bailey, Taryn Benedict, Emily O'Brien, Aaron Smith

Summary: This study investigates the impact of three styles of industrial metacarpal gloves on workers' dexterity, gripping, pinching, and torquing tasks. The results show that wearing gloves significantly increases the time required to complete dexterity tasks and has varying effects on gripping and pinching forces. The study also finds gender differences in self-perception while wearing gloves.

APPLIED ERGONOMICS (2024)

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What we talk about is creating a probability: Exploring the interaction between the anticipation and decision-making processes of professional bowlers and batters in Twenty20 cricket

Thomas Marshall, Oliver R. Runswick, David P. Broadbent

Summary: This study explored the interaction between top order batters and fast or medium paced bowlers in cricket and the information they use for anticipatory and decision-making skills. The findings revealed a complex interaction between batters and bowlers, where they manipulate each other's options and use various information sources to make predictions and decisions.

PSYCHOLOGY OF SPORT AND EXERCISE (2024)

Article Engineering, Industrial

Joint kinematic and kinetic responses to added mass on the lower extremities during running

Itay Coifman, Rodger Kram, Raziel Riemer

Summary: The study analyzed the biomechanical response to running with added leg mass, finding that joint moments and powers were dramatically affected, particularly during the swing phase. However, kinematic changes were only moderate. These findings have implications for shoe designs, individuals using added leg mass for running or strength training, and the design of wearable devices.

APPLIED ERGONOMICS (2024)