BMC Psychology

Abstract Online pornography use has increased worldwide in recent decades, with problematic use being associated with negative mental health outcomes. However, no brief instrument is currently available to specifically assess Problematic Pornography Use (PPU) by operationalizing the behavioral manifestations of Compulsive Sexual Behavior Disorder (CSBD) as defined in the 11th International Statis…

Abstract Background Mental health symptoms may be linked to cognitive and social functioning in school-aged children, but less is known about whether these associations differ across migration-background groups. Methods We examined cognitive, social, and mental health measures among 227 pupils in grades 4–6 in Finland (mean age 10.9 years (SD = 1.0), 51% girls) using cross-sectional design. Nativ…

Abstract Extant research has established a positive association between work engagement and innovative work behaviour, however the psychological mechanisms underlying this association remain insufficiently understood. Drawing on Broaden-and-Build Theory, the present study examines a motivational-learning mechanism in which employees’ work engagement fosters a learning goal orientation that in tur…

Abstract Background The widespread use of social media has exposed individuals to harmful online behaviors. Previous studies on personality traits associated with these behaviors have mainly focused on normative traits from the Five-Factor Model (FFM), overlooking maladaptive variants of these traits. To address this gap, the current study explored the relationships between maladaptive personalit…

Abstract Background Mental disorders represent a major public health burden worldwide, disproportionately affecting women in low- and middle-income countries. The perinatal period is a time of increased biological, psychological, and social vulnerability, heightening the risk of depressive, anxiety, and stress symptoms. Despite the high relevance, data on maternal mental health in Mozambique rema…

Abstract Background Research on gaming disorder has grown substantially over the past two decades, but few studies have used qualitative methods. The focus on quantitative studies risks overlooking nuances of gaming disorder. For treatment purposes it is important to have knowledge about the full range of factors maintaining gaming disorder. The aim of this study was to explore how individuals wi…

Abstract Background Divine forgiveness (DF) can be defined as the perception of being absolved from sin by a Higher Power. Psychological research is increasingly recognizing DF as a relevant construct with implications for well-being, coping, and spirituality. Despite this growing awareness, empirical studies on DF have often relied on conceptually and psychometrically questionable measures, limi…