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Preliminary analysis of the psychometric properties of the Portuguese Perceived...
Miguel, Isabel; Pedroso Chaparro, María del SequerosPerceived ageism is a relevant variable for understanding adults’ mental health across different ages. The Perceived Ageism Questionnaire (PAQ) assesses how adults perceive ageism directed towards themselves—both negative and positive ageism—through dimensions of stereotype, prejudice and discrimination. The aim of this study was to (a) analyze the psychometric properties of the Portuguese version of the PAQ an...
The impact of perceived ageism on psychological distress: Insights into the rol...
Miguel, Isabel; Carvalhais, LéniaAge discrimination is prevalent in society and has significant, far-reaching effects on individual distress. Additionally, loss of energy and fatigue are natural aspects of aging that can further potentiate psychological distress (depression, stress, and anxiety). Although the effects of ageism have been extensively studied, the moderating role of subjective vitality in the relationship between age discriminati...
Does time matter? The role of time perspective and ageism in mental health alon...
Miguel, Isabel; Humboldt , Sofia von; Leal , IsabelTime perspective is a consistent personal viewpoint which evolves with age and may influence mental health across the lifespan. This study aims to: (1) compare time perspective, perceived ageism and mental health indicators, in three age cohorts across the lifespan; (2) examine the influence of time perspective on mental health indicators (depression, anxiety, and stress); and (3) assess whether ageism serves a...
Does time matter? The role of time perspective and ageism in mental health alon...
Miguel, Isabel; von Humboldt, Sofia; Leal, Isabel; Thijssen, SandraTime perspective is a consistent personal viewpoint which evolves with age and may influence mental health across the lifespan. This study aims to: (1) compare time perspective, perceived ageism and mental health indicators, in three age cohorts across the lifespan; (2) examine the influence of time perspective on mental health indicators (depression, anxiety, and stress); and (3) assess whether ageism serves a...
The relationship between human values and support for distributive approaches i...
Miguel, Isabel; Pinho, MicaelaHuman values are a key component in understanding individuals’ choices. One such decision involves defining the criteria that should guide healthcare prioritization. The recent public health crisis (COVID-19) has underscored the insufficiency of healthcare resources in meeting growing demand. Preferences for allocating health resources are are deeply intertwined with ethical and moral judgments rooted in person...
Intergenerational contact, aging anxiety, and ageism: A study with young adults...
Humboldt, Sofia; Miguel, IsabelBackground Intergenerational contact is increasingly recognized as a significant psychosocial determinant of attitudes toward aging. Theoretical models grounded in intergroup contact theory and lifespan developmental perspectives suggest that both the frequency and affective tone of contact with older adults may attenuate ageist beliefs. Furthermore, anxiety about one’s own aging has been identified as a possib...
Influência da Relação Avós-Netos no Desenvolvimento de Competências Socioemocio...
Nunes, Andreia; Miguel, Isabel; Vagos, Paula; Carvalhais, LéniaContexto O vínculo intergeracional entre avós e netos constitui um contexto relacional significativo, capaz de influenciar o desenvolvimento psicossocial dos adolescentes, incluindo saúde mental, autoestima e competências socioemocionais. Apesar de as competências socioemocionais serem essenciais para o ajuste e o bem-estar na adolescência, o impacto da qualidade da relação entre avós e netos sobre essas compet...
Intergenerational climate and work engagement: The mediating role of perceived ...
Gomes, Priscila; Miguel, Isabel; Hernández, AnaGiven that different generations can be found in the workplace, due to the increase of work life cycle, research regarding the impact of intergenerational climate and perceived age discrimination on work engagement is of relevance, especially among older workers, as those most impacted by age discrimination. The objective of this study was to investigate intergenerational climate and work engagement, and whethe...
Perspectives on perceived workplace age discrimination and engagement: The mode...
Miguel, Isabel; von Humboldt, Sofia; Silva, Sara; Tavares, Patrícia; Low, Gail; Leal, Isabel; Valentim, Joaquim PiresEngaging workers with their work is fundamental for employee wellbeing and performance. Perceived age discrimination in the workplace is a factor that may influence workers’ engagement. The present study aimed to analyze the moderating role of emotion regulation in the relationship between perceived age discrimination and work engagement. Survey data were collected from a sample of 453 Portuguese workers of var...
Patterns of sexuality, adjustment to aging and satisfaction with life: A cluste...
Humboldt, Sofia von; Miguel, Isabel; Low, Gail; Leal , IsabelSexual satisfaction, adjustment to aging, and satisfaction with life are relevant dimensions of overall well-being across the life cycle. Through cluster analysis procedures, this study aims to describe the specific profile of adjustment to aging, sexual satisfaction and satisfaction with life of adults across the life span. This cross-sectional study involved a community-based sample of 619 Portuguese individu...