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- Adapting to electoral changes: insights from a systematic review on electoral abstention dynamicsPublication . Almeida, Nuno; Giger, Jean-ChristopheElectoral abstention has emerged as a critical challenge to democratic legitimacy, with rising rates observed globally. For example, in Portugal, the turnout declined from 91.5% in 1975 to 51.4% in 2022. This systematic review synthesizes multidisciplinary literature to identify key determinants of voter nonparticipation and their interactions, aiming to inform adaptive strategies to enhance civic engagement amid social, organizational, and technological changes. Following PRISMA guidelines, we searched five databases (Academic Search Complete, MEDLINE, Psychology and Behavioral Sciences Collection, PsycINFO, and Web of Science) from 2000 to August 2025 using terms such as “electoral abstention” and “non-voting.” Inclusion criteria prioritized quantitative empirical studies in peer-reviewed journals in English, Portuguese, Spanish, or French, yielding 23 high-quality studies (assessed via MMAT, with scores ≥ 60%) from 13 countries, predominantly the USA and France. Results reveal abstention as a multidimensional phenomenon driven by three interconnected categories: individual factors (e.g., health issues like smoking and mental health trajectories, institutional distrust); institutional factors (e.g., electoral reforms such as biometric registration reducing abstention by up to 50% in local contexts, but with mixed outcomes in voluntary voting systems); and contextual factors (e.g., economic inequalities and urbanization correlating with lower turnout, exacerbated by events like COVID-19). This review underscores the need for integrated public policies addressing these factors to boost participation, particularly among youth and marginalized groups. By framing abstention as an adaptive response to contemporary challenges, this work contributes to the political psychology and democratic reform literature, advocating interdisciplinary approaches to resilient electoral systems.
- EEG-based neurofeedback in athletes and non-athletes: a scoping review of outcomes and methodologiesPublication . Guerreiro Zacarias, Rui Manuel; Bulathwatta, Darshika Thejani; Bidzan-Bluma, Ilona; Neves de Jesus, Saúl; Correia, JoaoBackground: Electroencephalography (EEG) is a non-invasive technique that records millisecond-scale cortical electrical activity using scalp electrodes. In EEG-based neurofeedback (NFB), these signals are processed to provide real-time feedback that supports self-regulation of targeted brain rhythms; evidence suggests improvements in cognitive and neurophysiological performance in athletes and non-athletes. However, methodological inconsistencies—such as limited blinding, poor sham control, and outdated approaches to EEG spectral analysis—restrict reproducibility and hinder cumulative progress in the field. Methods: This scoping review aimed to identify and analyze the methodological characteristics, outcome measures, and reproducibility gaps in EEG-based NFB studies involving athletes and non-athletes. Following PRISMA-ScR guidelines, we systematically searched academic databases (PubMed, Embase, Scopus, Web of Science, PsycINFO, and Cochrane Library), as well as gray literature sources (ProQuest Dissertations, LILACS, Tripdatabase, and Google Scholar). Of 48 included studies, 44 were published in international peer-reviewed journals and 4 in regional journals. Data were extracted on study design, participant population, NFB protocols, targeted EEG rhythms, cognitive and neurophysiological outcomes, and methodological rigor. Results: The review revealed substantial heterogeneity in targeted rhythms, protocols, and reporting standards. None of the studies employed modern spectral parameterization methods (e.g., FOOOF), while only 29% used active sham protocols and 6% employed inert sham conditions. Reporting blinding procedures and follow-up assessments was limited or absent in most studies. Discussion: This review highlights critical methodological shortcomings that may bias interpretations of NFB effects in sport and cognitive domains. To strengthen future research, studies should rigorously implement sham and blinding procedures, ensure transparent reporting of EEG metrics, and adopt open-science practices, including modern approaches to spectral parameterization.
- The role of parental perfectionism and child temperament in the intergenerational transmission of perfectionism: a pilot studyPublication . Oliveira, Diana; Martins Rodrigues, Maria Carolina; Faísca, Luís; Brás, Marta; Nunes, Cristina; Carmo, CláudiaBackground/Objectives: Perfectionism is a personality trait characterised by the setting of extremely high and unrealistic personal standards, accompanied by critical self-evaluations. The literature indicates that perfectionism may develop as a learned behaviour, shaped by parent–child interactions, highlighting the influence of parental, individual and environmental factors. This quantitative study examines how parental perfectionism/practices and child temperament contribute to early perfectionism. Methods: The sample comprised 32 first-grade children (9 girls) from Faro district, aged between five and seven, and their parental figures. Parental perfectionism was assessed using self-report questionnaires, while children’s characteristics were evaluated through a combination of parent-report measures, direct observation, and interview-based methods. Results: Children self-rated higher perfectionism than parents attributed, with modest cross-informant agreement for socially prescribed and negligible agreement for Self-Oriented Perfectionism. Direct parent–child associations were small and method-dependent. Coercive/intrusive parenting corresponded to higher child Socially Prescribed Perfectionism, with convergence between observed intrusiveness and self-reported coercive practices. Temperament showed modest, patterned covariation with parenting and child perfectionism. Notably, Effortful Control attenuated the association between parental and child Socially Prescribed Perfectionism, whereas Surgency/Extraversion and Negative Affect did not; no temperament dimension moderated Self-Oriented Perfectionism. Conclusions: Findings indicate a complex interplay between dispositional and environmental factors in early childhood and underscore the value of multi-informant, multi-method assessment. As a pilot study, these findings provide initial insights into the intergenerational transmission of perfectionism in small children and serve as a basis for generating hypotheses and guiding future research, emphasising longitudinal designs and diverse samples to strengthen validity and clarify intergenerational processes.
- Job crafting in hospitality: a systematic literature reviewPublication . Pinheirinho Coelho, Pedro; Viseu, João; Neves de Jesus, SaúlPurpose This study aims to synthesise the empirical evidence on job crafting in hospitality, focusing on its antecedents, mediators, moderators and outcomes. Design/methodology/approach Through the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses guidelines, 27 empirical studies were examined, which were published in peer-reviewed journals between 2001 and 2024, in English and addressing job crafting among hospitality workers. Searches were conducted in Scopus and Web of Science, using thematic analysis to identify key themes and sub-analyses by employee roles. Findings Job crafting was positively related to job satisfaction and performance. It mediated the association between leadership styles, job characteristics, employee and customer behaviours and job satisfaction and performance. Sub-analyses revealed that frontline employees benefit from task and cognitive crafting, while managers excel in relational crafting. Emotional exhaustion persists in low-support contexts. Research limitations/implications The geographical concentration and predominance of cross-sectional designs limit the generalisability of findings. Future research should use mixed-methods approaches and robust designs, focusing on under-represented regions. A proposed research agenda addresses emerging dynamics, e.g. artificial intelligence integration and workforce precarity. Practical implications Hotel establishments should create interventions that allow leaders to develop workers' job crafting skills, which would foster job satisfaction and performance. Originality/value This review presents the nomological network of job crafting in hospitality, presenting its antecedents, mediators, moderators and outcomes. These constructs were aggregated into different categories depending on their nature. Also, it proposes a research agenda contextualised to hospitality's dynamic environment.
- University success of graduates with disabilities in Portugal: analysis of personal factors and resiliencePublication . Fernández, Almudena Cotán; Martins, Maria Helena; Alexandre Borges Santos Terremoto, Maria Leonor; Díez, Anabel MoriñaThis paper aims to explore, from an ecological approach, the perception of the concept of academic success and the personal factors that contribute to the university success of graduates with disabilities. This paper focuses on the personal factors of academic success based on the experiences and perspectives of graduates with disabilities. The study adopted a phenomenological approach using semi-structured interviews. The data were collected at a Portuguese University in southern Portugal and analysed using an ad hoc inductive and qualitative coding system. The results reveal the diversity of perceptions about academic success and the importance of resilience, autonomy, and self-determination. These data contrast the conventional notion of success focused exclusively on academic performance and highlight to recognise the diverse contributions of these students to the university environment. Regarding personal factors, resilience is a recurring factor among participants. Adapting and persevering in the face of challenges was essential for success, alongside autonomy, self-efficacy, and self-determination.
- Antígona na escola. Personagens femininas da antiguidade no teatro didático de Ana Cristina OliveiraPublication . Nogueira, Adriana; Morais, Carlos; Brasete, Maria Fernanda; Ferreira, António Manuel; Mancelos, João deNeste artigo, procuro responder a algumas perguntas que me foram suscitadas pelo trabalho que Ana Cristina Oliveira (professora de Filosofia, dramaturga, encenadora e atriz) tem vindo a desenvolver no grupo de teatro escolar, por si fundado, Tapete Mágico, no que respeita à escolha das personagens femininas da antiguidade nas peças que escreve para – e com – os alunos. Pretendo perceber qual a receção que a antiguidade tem entre os mais jovens, como se podem relacionar as temáticas de peças de tragediógrafos gregos com as preocupações da juventude atual; e qual a atualidade dessas questões e que outras interrogações levantam.
- Unraveling the heterogeneity of electoral abstention: profiles, motivations, and paths to a more inclusive democracy in PortugalPublication . Almeida, Nuno; Giger, Jean-ChristopheElectoral abstention is a growing phenomenon in contemporary democracies, raising concerns about the representativeness and legitimacy of elected governments, particularly in Portugal where youth participation remains low. This study explores the heterogeneity of non-voting behavior by comparing insights from voters and non-voters through online focus groups. Employing content analysis on qualitative data from 42 participants, the research identifies distinct non-voter profiles, systemic barriers, and potential pathways to increased participation. Key findings reveal heterogeneous abstainer types—including disbelieving citizens, disinterested youth, pragmatic non-voters, and protest non-voters— driven by distrust, practical obstacles, and insufficient political literacy. Despite non-voting, many express conditional willingness to participate in high-stakes scenarios or following reforms. The study concludes that addressing these barriers requires holistic measures, such as enhanced civic education, technological voting modernization, and improved political representation, to foster trust and democratic engagement. These insights offer actionable recommendations for policymakers to enhance voter turnout and strengthen democratic legitimacy.
- EEG responses to auditory cues during speech preparation predict stuttering severity and intervention outcomePublication . Rocha, Mónica; Carmona, Jaqueline; Correia, JoaoStuttering is a variable speech disorder whose brain mechanisms remain unknown. Sensorimotor brain circuits, critical in motor-speech control, including the prediction and monitoring of speech consequences, have been linked to the disorder. Despite considerable advances, it remains unclear whether auditory neural circuits relate to stuttering severity, and whether interventions to persons who stutter can induce underlying brain changes. We employed electroencephalography (EEG), in a group of persons who stutter (PWS), in combination with auditory probes to tap onto the relevance of auditory cortical regions in stuttering severity. Participants produced flexible speech (i.e., describing pictures) and non-flexible speech (i.e., reading syllables), following an auditory cue. More pronounced P200 auditory evoked potentials in response to the auditory cues were observed in participants with more severe stuttering, mainly in the picture task. Interestingly, while speech therapy intervention led to a reduction (albeit non-significant) of the P200 potential, this reduction was marginally correlated to speech fluency improvements. Moreover, EEG response patterns discriminative of cue tone frequency (400 Hz versus 800 Hz) were also predictive of stuttering severity, suggesting the involvement of fine-grained auditory cortical processing in speech preparation and stuttering. Overall, this study confirms a relationship between auditory processing of external sounds and the mechanisms of stuttering during the preparation to speak and highlights the advantage of a picture description task to investigate the relationship between auditory evoked potentials and stuttering severity under relatively ecological conditions.
- Contributions of physical activity and positive psychological functioning to flow and well-beingPublication . Rodrigues, Nuno; Vieira, Luís Sérgio; Martins, Cátia; Cardoso Moreira, Catarina; Neves de Jesus, SaúlStudies highlight the importance of physical activity (PA) in relation to positive psychological functioning (PPF) among adults. Physical inactivity is strongly associated with lower levels of PPF, supporting the idea that lifestyle choices can be identified as a public health concern. There is growing evidence of the health benefits of regular PA. This study aims to analyze the contribution of PA to flow, PPF, and well-being. The sample consisted of 226 adults aged between 18 and 65 years (M = 41.23; SD = 12.50), mostly female (70.35%), with 56% reporting regular PA. Results revealed significant differences favoring active individuals over sedentary participants in all dimensions of flow, except for loss of self-consciousness. Regular PA was associated with higher levels of flow and psychological well-being. Both regular and intensive PA, as well as environmental mastery (EM), were key contributors to flow experiences, while self-acceptance and EM were central contributors to the Live Well Index. These findings support the association between PA and lower likelihood of sedentary lifestyles, emphasize its benefits for well-being, and highlight the association between PPF and active lifestyle patterns.
- Psychometric examination of the prosocial behavior scale and its associations with antisocial variables among portuguese youthPublication . Pechorro, Pedro; Pereira, Solange; Nunes, Cristina; DeLisi, Matt; Simões, Mário R.Prosocial behavior is altruistic conduct devoted to benefitting others, benefitting one’s community, and reinforcing conventional behaviors that serve a public good. The aim of the present study is to examine the psychometric properties of the Prosocial Behavior Scale (PBS) among male and female Portuguese youth participants (N = 559 youth, M = 16.51 years, SD = 1.07, range = 14–20 years). A two-factor intercorrelated model obtained the best fits, and the fits of a second-order model were also acceptable. Internal consistency as measured by the alpha and omega reliability estimators was good. Significant associations were found with psychometric measures of relevant constructs (e.g. self-control, psychopathic traits, criminogenic cognitions), and external criterion-related variables (e.g. engaging in illegal activities, alcohol and drug abuse). Cross-gender measurement invariance was established, with females scoring significantly higher than males on the PBS and its factors. Our findings support the use of the PBS as a valid and reliable measure of prosociality.