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ACP/ACERP Programme Committee
Professor Mimi Bong
Korea University, South Korea
Professor George D. Chryssides
The University of Birmingham, United Kingdom
Dr Joseph Haldane
The International Academic Forum (IAFOR), Japan
Professor Roberto Ravera
ASL1 of Imperia, University of Turin & University of Genoa, Italy
Professor Frank S. Ravitch
Michigan State University College of Law, United States
Dr Roswiyani Roswiyani
Tarumanagara University, Indonesia
Professor Monty P. Satiadarma
Tarumanagara University, Indonesia
Professor Dexter Da Silva
Keisen University, JapanDr Brian Victoria
Oxford Centre for Buddhist Studies, United States

AGen Programme Committee
Dr Joseph Haldane
The International Academic Forum (IAFOR), JapanDr James W. McNally
University of Michigan, United States & NACDA Program on Aging
Professor Sela V. Panapasa
University of Michigan, United States
Lowell Sheppard
Never Too Late Academy, Japan
Professor Haruko SatohOsaka University, Japan

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Letter of Welcome
Welcome to Tokyo!
As a Japan-based organisation, we are very happy to be welcoming
you to our home, and when it is at its best, during the spring
flowering of the cherry blossoms, known in Japanese as sakura.
We are particularly happy to be able to host people from all over
the world, and for the first time in four years, due to the global
pandemic.
The International Academic Forum (IAFOR) is dedicated toencouraging interdisciplinary discussion, facilitating interculturalawareness and promoting international exchange, principally
through educational interaction and academic research, and we expect this Japanese spring
conference series in late March and early April will see more than 500 delegates from sixty different
countries.
Through conferences, we expand ourselves and our horizons, our network and our partners. These
events offer a remarkable opportunity for the sharing of research and best practice, and for the
meeting of people and ideas working in and across different countries, cultures and disciplines, andthe nurturing of professional and personal collaborations.
I encourage your active participation in this hybrid event, whether as a presenter or an audience
member, and expect that this year we will be particularly engaged as we celebrate a return to thisgreat city.
I look forward to meeting you all.
Dr Joseph Haldane
Chairman & C.E.O, The International Academic Forum (IAFOR)
Guest Professor, Osaka School of International Public Policy (OSIPP), Osaka University, Japan
Visiting Professor, Doshisha University, Japan & The University of Belgrade, Serbia
Honorary Professor, University College London (UCL), UK
Member, Expert Network, World Economic Forum

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Toshi Center Hotel

Floor Guide
Fifth Floor | 5F

Seventh Floor | 7F

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March 30 | All times are Japan Standard Time (UTC+9)

Thursday at a Glance

13:30-15:00 Pre-Conference Registration | Toshi Center Hotel, Room 702
15:00-17:00 Cultural Visit: Hanami in the Imperial Gardens
17:00-19:00 Conference Meet & Greet | GARB Central

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March 31 | All times are Japan Standard Time (UTC+9)

Friday at a Glance
09:00-10:00		

Conference Registration & Coffee | Orion Hall (5F)

10:00-10:05		

Announcements & Welcome | Orion Hall (5F)

10:05-10:15		
			

Welcome Address & Recognition of IAFOR Scholarship Winners| Orion Hall (5F)

10:15-11:00		
Keynote Presentation | Orion Hall (5F)
			Whose Time Am I Spending? Nonzero-sum Time Perception 					Promotes Psychological Well-being and Prosociality
			Yu Niiya, Hosei University, Japan
11:00-11:15		

Coffee Break | Orion Hall (5F)

11:15-12:00		
Keynote Presentation | Orion Hall (5F)			
Ships in the Night: Expansion of the Separation of Politics and			Religion in Japan as the U.S. Supreme Court Abandons the 					Separation of Church and State			Frank Ravitch, Michigan State University College of Law, United States
12:00-13:00		

Lunch Break

13:00-13:45		
Panel Presentation | Orion Hall (5F)
			Recent Developments Concerning the Separation of Religion and			State in Contemporary Japan
			Frank Ravitch, Michigan State University College of Law, United States			Haruko Satoh, Osaka University, Japan
			Brian Victoria, Oxford Centre for Buddhist Studies, United Kingdom			Joseph Haldane, IAFOR, Japan (Moderator)
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March 31 | All times are Japan Standard Time (UTC+9)

Friday at a Glance (cont'd)

13:45-14:15		
Featured Presentation | Orion Hall (5F)			Are Modern Understandings of Karma the Teaching 						of Shakyamuni Buddha?
			Brian Victoria, Oxford Centre for Buddhist Studies, United Kingdom
14:15-14:30		

Conference Photograph

14:30-14:45		

Coffee Break | Orion Hall (5F)

14:45-15:45		

Conference Poster Session | Orion Hall (5F)

15:45-16:30		
			
			
			

Featured Workshop Presentation | Orion Hall (5F)
Aging Data: The National Archive of Computerized Data on Aging
James McNally, University of Michigan, United States
Kathryn Lavender, University of Michigan, United States

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Saturday at a Glance
09:00-09:30		

Registration & Coffee

09:30-11:10		
			
			
			
			
			

Onsite Parallel Presentation Session 1
Room 703: Qualitative/Quantitative International Psychology
Room 704: Mental HealthRoom 705: Psychology and Education
Room 707: Vision and Hearing HealthRoom 708: Philosophy in Arts, Culture & Technology

11:10-11:25		

Coffee Break

11:25-12:40		
Onsite Parallel Presentation Session 2
			Room 703: Qualitative/Quantitative Research in any other area 					of Psychology
			Room 704: Psychology and Society			Room 705: Psychology and Education
			Room 707: Spotlight Presenter - Qualitative/Quantitative Research			in any other area of Psychology
			Room 708: Ethics & Philosophy in Education & Language
12:40-13:40		

Lunch Break

13:40-15:20		
Onsite Parallel Presentation Session 3
			Room 703: Qualitative/Quantitative Research in any other area
			of Psychology
			Room 704: Mental Health (COVID-19)
			
Room 705: Psychology and Education
			Room 707: Aging and Gerontology
			Room 708: Ethics
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April 1 | All times are Japan Standard Time (UTC+9)

Saturday at a Glance (cont'd)
15:20-15:35		

Coffee Break

15:35-17:15		

Onsite Parallel Presentation Session 4
Room 703: Psychology (Media & Design)
Room 704: Mental HealthRoom 705: Psychology and Education
Room 707: Navigating Aging and Illness
Room 708: Interdisciplinary Religion

17:20-18:00		

Onsite Parallel Presentation Session 5
Room 703: Calm and Clear – Meditation Workshop
Room 708: Taemong Writing Workshop

Conference Dinner
19:00-21:00		
			Pre-registration is required
			Location: Gonpachi Nishi-Azabu

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Sunday at a Glance
09:00-09:25

Registration & Coffee

09:25-10:15		
Featured Discussion | Room 703
			Curious about Curiosity			Dani S. Bassett, University of Pennsylvania, United States			Perry Zurn, American University, United States
10:15-10:30		

Coffee Break

10:30-12:10		
			
			
			
			
			

Onsite Parallel Presentation Session 1
Room 703: Mental HealthRoom 704: Psychology and Education
Room 705: Mental HealthRoom 707: Support Systems
Room 708: Health & Psychology

12:10-13:10		

Lunch Break

13:10-14:25		
			
			
			
			
			

Onsite Parallel Presentation Session 2
Room 703: Communication & Psychology
Room 704: Focus on Teachers
Room 705: Mental HealthRoom 707: Aging and Gerontology (Health)
Room 708: Industrial Organisation, Leadership, & Training

14:25-14:40		

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April 2 | All times are Japan Standard Time (UTC+9)

Sunday at a Glance (cont'd)
14:40-16:20		
			
			
			
			
			

Onsite Parallel Presentation Session 3
Room 703: Aging and Psychology
Room 704: Focus on Teachers
Room 705: Mental HealthRoom 707: Aging and Gerontology
Room 708: Linguistics/Language & Psychology

16:20-16:30		

Onsite Closing Session

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Monday at a Glance
08:55-09:00

Online Welcome Address

09:00-11:05								

Online Parallel Presentation Session 1
Room A: Mental HealthRoom B: Aging and Gerontology

11:05-11:20		

Break

11:20-12:35		
Online Parallel Presentation Session 2
			Room A: Qualitative/Quantitative Research in any other area
			of Psychology
			Room B: Philosophy
12:35-12:50		

Break

12:50-14:30		
						

Online Parallel Presentation Session 3
Room A: General Psychology
Room B: Religion and Education

14:30-14:45		

Break

14:45-16:00		
Online Parallel Presentation Session 4
			Room A: International Psychology
			Room B: Religion
16:00-16:10		

Break

16:10-16:55		
			
			
			

Keynote Presentation | Online
To Be Young and Depressed: Higher Prevalence Rates for 		Depression in Youngsters in the Netherlands
Jan Spijker, Radboud University, the Netherlands

16:55-17:00		

Online Closing Session
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General Information
Registration Desk
You will be able to pick up your name badge at the Conference Registration Desk at the times listed below.
Thursday, March 30 | 13:30-15:00 - Pre-registration – Toshi Center Hotel, 7F
Friday, March 31 | 9:00-16:30 – Toshi Center Hotel, 5F
Saturday, April 1 | 09:00-18:00 – Toshi Center Hotel, 7F
Sunday, April 2 | 09:00-15:00 – Toshi Center Hotel, 7F
Monday, April 3 | No in-person registration
If you have any questions or concerns, IAFOR staff and volunteers will happily assist you in any way they can.

Name Badges

Wearing your badge is required for entrance to the sessions. You must wear your badge at all times.

Online Schedule
The full conference schedule (including abstracts) and conference programme are available on theconference website.

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General Information
Refreshment Breaks

Complimentary coffee, tea, water, and light snacks will be available during the scheduled coffee breaks.

Connecting to WiFi
There is a free Wi-Fi internet connection at the conference venue. However, this can be unreliable so
we would strongly suggest that you do not rely on a live connection for your presentation.

Photo/Recording Waiver
Human interaction through networking, and dissemination of this knowledge, is at the core of what
IAFOR does as an academic research organisation, conference organiser and publisher. As part of
the archiving of the conference event, IAFOR takes photos in and around the conference venue, anduses the photos to document the event. This also includes the filming of certain sessions. We consider
this documentation important and it provides evidence of our activities to members, partners andstakeholders all over the world, as well as to current and potential attendees like you. Some of thesephotos will therefore appear online and in print, including on social media. The above are the legitimate
interests of the organisation that we assert under the European Union law on General Data Protection
Regulation (GDPR). Under this legislation, you have an absolute right to opt out of any photo. We arecommitted to protecting and respecting your privacy.
Read our full privacy policy – www.iafor.org/about/privacy-policy

Conference Survey
Please take a few moments to fill out our conference survey at the end of the conference.

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Become an IAFOR Member
IAFOR provides an excellent personal and professional environment for academics
and scholars of all ages and backgrounds to come together and exchange the latest
ideas, and inform each other’s perspectives through their own cultural and disciplinary
backgrounds and experiences. We are able to do this thanks to the exceptional networkof individuals and institutions around the world who support our work and help shape
our exceptional events globally. We emphasise the nurturing and supporting of young
academics from different backgrounds, providing mutual advice and guidance, andoffer more senior academics the chance to forge working relationships outside of
their traditional networks.
In a world where division and strife are underlined and played up in national and local
contexts, and political posturing frequently seeks to ostracise and demonise, IAFOR
is committed to working across cultural and national borders, and to work to bringpeople together. We believe that mature human interaction and academic and cultural
exchange are essential to offering positive versions of the future, where cooperation
happens with individuals and institutions who share a commitment to bridge divides,
to being good global citizens, and to making the world a better place.
By becoming a member, you will become a stakeholder in the IAFOR mission offacilitating international exchange, encouraging intercultural awareness, and promotinginterdisciplinary discussion in the hope and expectation of generating and sharing
new knowledge. Join us now in this growing global organisation, and help make adifference today.
To learn more about IAFOR membership, please visit:www.iafor.org/membership

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Conference Proceedings
IAFOR Conference Proceedings are Open Access research repositories that act aspermanent records of the research generated by IAFOR conferences. The Conference
Proceedings are published on the IAFOR Research Archive (papers.iafor.org). All
accepted authors who present at the conference may have their full paper publishedin the online Conference Proceedings.
Full text submission is due by April 28 2023, through the online system. The
proceedings will be published on May 30, 2023.

Pre-Recorded Virtual Presentations & Virtual Poster Presentations
A full list of pre-recorded virtual video presentations and virtual poster presentations
will be on the conference website during and after the conference. We encourage you
to watch these presentations and provide feedback through the video comments.

Conference Catch-up
All Keynote Presentations and Sunday's live-streamed sessions will be recorded anduploaded to the Conference Catch-up page (video-on-demand) via Vimeo. The catchup page will be publicly available after the conference.

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www.iafor.org/publications

IAFOR Journals

IAFOR publishes several editorially independent, Open Access journals across a variety of disciplines.
They conform to the highest academic standards of international peer review, and are published inaccordance with IAFOR’s commitment to make all of our published materials available online.

How are papers submitted?
Submissions should be original, previously unpublished papers which are not under consideration
for publication in any other journal. All articles are submitted through the submission portal on thejournal website and must conform to the journal submission guidelines.

How does IAFOR ensure academic integrity?
Once appointed by IAFOR’s Publications Committee, the Journal Editor is free to appoint his or her own
editorial team and advisory members, who help to rework and revise papers as appropriate, according
to internationally accepted standards. All papers published in the journal have been subjected to
the rigorous and accepted processes of academic peer review. Neither editors nor members of theeditorial team are remunerated for their work.

Where are the journals indexed?
IAFOR Journals are indexed in Scopus, DOAJ, ERIC, MIAR, TROVE, CiteFactor and EBSCO, SHERPA/ROMEO and Google Scholar. DOIs are assigned to each published issue and article via Crossref.
Please note that indexing varies from journal to journal.

What’s the reach?
Each of our journal issues is viewed thousands of times a month and the articles are frequently citedby researchers the world over, largely with thanks to our dedicated marketing efforts. Each issue ispromoted across our social media platforms and to our tailored email marketing lists. On average,
each journal publishes biannually.

What’s the cost?
IAFOR Journals are Open Access publications, available online completely free of charge and without
delay or embargo. Authors are not required to pay charges of any sort towards the publication of
IAFOR Journals and neither editors nor members of the editorial boards are remunerated for theirwork.

How are IAFOR Journals related to IAFOR Conferences and Conference Proceedings?
IAFOR Journals reflect the interdisciplinary and international nature of our conferences and areorganised thematically. A presenter can choose to publish either in Conference Proceedings or
submit their manuscript to the corresponding IAFOR Journal for review.

Current IAFOR Journal titles include
IAFOR Journal of Arts & Humanities
IAFOR Journal of Cultural Studies
IAFOR Journal of Education
IAFOR Journal of Literature & Librarianship
IAFOR Journal of Psychology & the Behavioral Sciences
If you would like more information about any of IAFOR’s publications, please contact publications@iafor.org
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Academic Grant & IAFOR Scholarship Recipients
IAFOR's grants and scholarships programme provides financial support to PhD students and early
career academics, with the aim of helping them pursue research excellence and achieve their academic
goals through interdisciplinary study and interaction. Awards are based on the appropriateness of theeducational opportunity in relation to the applicant's field of study, financial need, and contributions
to their community and to IAFOR's mission of interdisciplinarity. Scholarships are awarded based on
availability of funds from IAFOR and vary with each conference.
Find out more about IAFOR grants and scholarships: www.iafor.org/financial-support
Our warmest congratulations go to the following scholarship recipients who have been selected toreceive grants and scholarships to present their research at the conference.
Dr Yassin Mohammed Yesuf (ACP2023 | Virtual Presentation)
Dr Yassin Mohammed is currently an assistant professor of social psychology in the department of psychology,
University of Gondar, Ethiopia. Dr Yassin graduated with a BA degree Educational Psychology and with an MA
in Counseling Psychology, both from Addis Ababa University, School of Psychology. Dr Yassin’s researchworks are geared towards issues pertaining to education, health and psychology.
67129 | Why and How Parents Abandon Their Children? The Psychosocial Burden They Went Through:Qualitative Case Study in Gondar, Ethiopia
Chandrabati Chakraborty (ACERP2023 | Virtual Presentation)
Chandrabati Chakraborty is at present a research scholar in the Department of English, Adamas University,
India, working in the field of existentialism and Vedanta.
68900 | East West Discourse: An Esoteric Comparison of the Western Philosophy and the Eastern Vedanta
Christian Arisandi Kiding Allo (ACERP2023 | Live-Stream Presentation)
Christian Arisandi is currently a master's student at the Driyarkara Philosophy College with a concentration
on Divine Philosophy. He earned his undergraduate degree at Pentecostal College with a thesis critically andtheologically evaluating Richard Dawkins' thoughts on the creation of the universe and the origins of religion.
68971 | The Significance of Thomas Aquinas’ Christology to the “Death of the Subject” in the Postmodern Era
Papai Barman (AGen2023 | Virtual Presentation)
Papai Barman is currently doing a PhD on Aging and its living arrangement and mental health condition fromInternational Institute for Population Science in India.
68446 | Reason Behind Grandchild Caring and Its Effect on Grandparent’s Social Engagement in Different
Household Settings in India: Using a Bayesian
Kirubel Mussie (AGen2023 | Virtual Presentation)
Kirubel Manyazewal Mussie is a PhD Candidate and Research Assistant in Biomedical Ethics at the Institutefor Biomedical Ethics Basel (IBMB), Switzerland. He obtained his master’s (MPhil) degree in international
community health from the University of Oslo, Norway, and his bachelors in social work from Addis Ababa
University, Ethiopia. He has internship and work experience in different countries, holding both academic andnonacademic positions. His general research interests include the sociocultural and ethical aspects of health,ageing and vulnerability, gender, and qualitative research methods.
68499 | Universal Access to Healthcare for Older Patients in Ethiopia: A Qualitative Analysis of Perspectives
From Older Patients and Health Professionals
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Friday,
March 31

Plenary Session

All times are in Japan Standard Time (UTC+9)
Abstracts appear as originally submitted by the author. Any spelling, grammatical, or
typographical errors are those of the author.

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Keynote Presentation: Yu Niiya

Whose Time Am I Spending? Non-zero-sum
Time Perception Promotes PsychologicalWell-being and Prosociality
Friday, March 31, 2023 | 10:15-11:00 | Orion Hall (5F)In modern societies, time is a precious asset. Just like money, we invest, trade, spend, save, borrow,
give, lose, and even steal time. Just like money, we see it as a zero-sum resource that can be taken or
given. But time could be also conceived as a non-zero-sum: Time may be just there, created momentby moment, and may not belong to anybody. Drawing on an experience sampling survey and a seriesof experiments, I will present empirical evidence which demonstrates that when people perceive thattime spent on others is time spent on the self and vice versa (i.e., they perceive time as non-zerosum), they experience greater relatedness, autonomy, competence, and satisfaction with life, lessstress and time pressure, and more willingness to spend time helping others. None of these effects
appeared when people perceived that they were offering or sacrificing their time for others or whenothers were taking away their time (i.e., perceive time as zero-sum). Drawing on the ecosystem theoryof relationships (Crocker & Canevello, 2015), I will suggest that people can enhance psychologicalwell-being and prosociality when they care for others without sacrificing the self.

Yu Niiya
Dr Yu Niiya is a Professor in the Department of Global andInterdisciplinary Studies (GIS) at Hosei University, Tokyo, Japan.
She received her MA from the University of Tokyo and her PhD
from the University of Michigan. Dr Niiya’s research interests
lie in the exploration of whether a compassionate mindset canencourage people to overcome their hesitation to take risks. For
example, she investigated how having compassionate goals (i.e.,
the goals to support others) predict the extent to which people
express dissent toward the group they belong to, or the extent
to which they will offer help to a stranger. Furthermore, she has
worked on what enables people to learn from failure, the positive relational consequences of adult’samae, and many cross-cultural studies on various topics. She received the International Contributions
to Psychology Award from the Japanese Psychological Association in 2021. She has been a PI
(principal investigator) and collaborator on many Grants-in-Aid for Scientific Research (KAKENHI)
projects for the Japan Society for the Promotion of Science. Previously, she was also an associate
editor for the Asian Journal of Social Psychology and is currently associate editor of the Japanese
Journal of Social Psychology and the Japanese Journal of Psychology.

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Keynote Presentation: Frank Ravitch

Ships in the Night: Expansion of the
Separation of Politics and Religion in Japanas the U.S. Supreme Court Abandons the
Separation of Church and State
Friday, March 31, 2023 | 11:15-12:00 | Orion Hall (5F)

In June 2022, the U.S. Supreme Court overturned more than 50 years of precedent on the establishmentof religion (commonly referred to as the separation of church and state) in a case involving sectarian
Christian prayer by a public high school football coach. This follows a recent trend of moving awayfrom separationist concepts. This shift has already begun to have a negative impact on religious
minorities and nonbelievers in some parts of the United States.
Meanwhile, in Japan, recent decisions by the 最高裁判所 (Japanese Supreme Court) have continued
to expand the concept of separation of politics and religion through the application of precedent to
new situations. Several recent cases have involved a Shinto shrine in Sunigawa City, Hokkaido and a
Confucian temple in Okinawa.
Of course, the United States and Japanese legal systems and socio-political dynamics are quite
different. If anything, however, these differences should have led to the opposite result because theU.S. system has a formal reliance on court precedents while the Japanese system has no such formal
requirement.
What explains this difference in outcomes? This talk will explore this fascinating question.

Frank Ravitch
Frank S. Ravitch is Professor of Law and Walter H. Stowers
Chair in Law in Religion at the Michigan State University
College of Law. He also directs the MSU College of Law's
Kyoto Japan Program. He is the author of Freedom’s Edge:
Religious Freedom, Sexual Freedom, and the Future of America(Cambridge University Press, 2016) (Nominated for a Prose
Award); Marketing Creation: The Law and Intelligent Design(Cambridge University Press 2012), Masters of Illusion: The
Supreme Court and the Religion Clauses (NYU Press 2007);
Law and Religion: Cases, Materials, and Readings (West2004)(2nd Ed. 2008) (3rd Ed. 2015 with Larry Cata Backer), School Prayer and Discrimination:
The Civil Rights of Religious Minorities and Dissenters (Northeastern University Press, 1999 &paperback edition 2001). He is co-author, with the late Boris Bittker and with Scott Idleman, ofthe first comprehensive treatise on Law and Religion in more than one hundred years, Religion
and the State in American Law (Cambridge University Press 2015) (this project was supported
by a generous grant from the Lilly Endowment). He is co-author of Employment Discrimination
Law (Prentice Hall, 2005) (with Pamela Sumners and Janis McDonald).
Professor Ravitch's articles, which have appeared in a number of highly regarded journals, haveprimarily focused on law and religion in the US and Japan. He has also written about civil rights
law and disability discrimination. He has authored a number of amicus briefs to the US Supreme
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Court and has given numerous academic presentations nationally and internationally. In 2001, he
was named a Fulbright scholar and served on the law faculty at Doshisha University in Japan. He
has also made dozens of public presentations explaining the law to school groups, community
groups, and service clubs, and has served as an expert commentator for print and broadcast
media.
Professor Ravitch's current projects include a book on the Japanese Legal System (co-authoredwith Colin Jones), a chapter on law and religious tradition, and a project focusing on Law, Religion,
and Authoritarianism. He speaks English and has basic conversational skills in Japanese andHebrew.

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Panel Presentation: Frank Ravitch, Haruko Satoh, Brian Victoria, Joseph
Haldane (Moderator)

Recent Developments Concerning the
Separation of Religion and State inContemporary Japan
Friday, March 31, 2023 | 13:00-13:45 | Orion Hall (5F)

The ongoing impact of religion on the state (and vice versa) remains an "evergreen" and controversial
phenomenon in many countries of the world. Today, the split on national lines between the Christian
Orthodox Church in Russia and Ukraine reveals once again how religions are both impacted by andimpact upon nations at war. Even more recently, the relationship between Sweden and Turkey becamestrained due to the burning of the Quran by a right-wing group in the former country, and support for
Kurdish groups fighting for their freedom from Turkey, but which Turkey views as terrorist groups.
The purpose of this panel is to introduce recent examples in Japan at both the national and local
levels that illustrate the ongoing conflict that Japan, too, has in this regard. Professor Frank Ravitch
will discuss relevant developments in Japan at the national level that followed in the wake of theassassination of former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe on July 8, 2022. These developments led to thelinking of both Abe and numerous other Japanese politicians to the controversial Unification Church(also known as the "Moonies"). Prof. Ravitch will discuss the current attempts in the Japanese Diet
to craft legislation that will make it easier to ban religious organisations that are accused of exertingundue pressure on their adherents to donate large sums of money to their religion of choice.
Dr Brian Victoria will introduce both sides of an ongoing court case in Kyoto concerning a local city
government-affiliated neighbourhood association that stands accused of allocating some of its yearly
membership funds to support activities of area Shinto shrines and Buddhist temples. This violates
the postwar Japanese Constitution, specifically Article Twenty of which states in part: "Freedom of
religion is guaranteed to all. No religious organisation shall receive any privileges from the state,
nor exercise any political authority. No person shall be compelled to take part in any religious act,celebration, rite, or practice." The question will be asked whether this and other similar neighbourhood
associations throughout the country are simply protecting long-established Japanese customs andculture, or, on the contrary, violating the constitution by contributing membership funds to specificreligious organisations.

Frank Ravitch[Professor Ravitch's biography is provided on the previous
page. Professor Satoh and Professor Victoria's biographies areprovided on the following pages.]

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Haruko Satoh
Haruko Satoh is Specially Appointed Professor at the Osaka
School of International Public Policy (OSIPP), where she teaches
Japan’s relations with Asia and identity in international relations.
She is also co-director of the OSIPP-IAFOR Research Centre andshe was previously part of the MEXT Reinventing Japan project on“Peace and Human Security in Asia (PAHSA)” with six Southeast
Asian and four Japanese universities.
In the past she has worked at the Japan Institute of International
Affairs (JIIA), Chatham House, and Gaiko Forum. Her interests areprimarily in state theory, Japanese nationalism and identity politics. Recent publications include: “China
in Japan’s Nation-state Identity” in James DJ Brown & Jeff Kingston (eds) Japan’s Foreign Relationsin Asia (Routledge, 2018); “Japan’s ‘Postmodern’ Possibility with China: A View from Kansai” in Lam
Peng Er (ed), China-Japan Relations in the 21st Century (Palgrave Macmillan, 2017); “Rethinking
Security in Japan: In Search of a Post-‘Postwar’ Narrative” in Jain & Lam (Eds.), Japan’s Strategic
Challenges in a Changing Regional Environment (World Scientific, 2012); “Through the Looking-glass:
China’s Rise as Seen from Japan”, (co-authored with Toshiya Hoshino), Journal of Asian Public Policy,
5(2), 181–198, (July 2012); “Post- 3.11 Japan: A Matter of Restoring Trust?”, ISPI Analysis No. 83(December 2011); “Legitimacy Deficit in Japan: The Road to True Popular Sovereignty” in Kane, Loy &Patapan (Eds.), Political Legitimacy in Asia: New Leadership Challenges (Palgrave Macmillan, 2011),“Japan: Re-engaging with China Meaningfully” in Tang, Li & Acharya (eds), Living with China: Regional
States and China through Crises and Turning Points, (Palgrave Macmillan, 2009).

Brian Victoria[Professor Victoria's biography is provided on the following page.]

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Featured Presentation: Brian Victoria

Are Modern Understandings of Karma the
Teaching of Shakyamuni Buddha?
Friday, March 31, 2023 | 13:45-14:15 | Orion Hall (5F)

"Karma”, like the word "Buddha”, is one of the few words of Buddhist/Hindu origin that have become so
commonly used they no longer need to be italicised when written. Thus, when discussing somethingthat happened to a particular person, usually of a negative character, it is unsurprising to hear someone
say, “It was his karma, man.” Here, karma becomes very close to meaning "fate", suggesting a poweroutside of one’s control that determines one’s destiny. But is this the genuine meaning of karma?
This presentation will focus on the understanding of karma in twentieth-century Japan, beginningwith that of Rinzai Zen master Shaku Sōen as presented at the World’s Parliament of Religions in
1893, including an examination of the doctrinal underpinnings of Sōen's understanding in the Lotus
Sutra. This will be followed by the contrasting understanding of Sōen's lay disciple, D. T. Suzuki, as
well as that of the martyred Sōtō Zen priest Uchiyama Gudō.
To ensure that the understanding of karma held by Shaku Sōen, et al. is not regarded as a uniquely
Mahayana interpretation, reference will also be made to examples of the use of karma in the Theravada
tradition, specifically as used in contemporary Thailand.
In conclusion, an examination of karma as taught by Shakyamuni Buddha will be presented. It will
be shown that both the Mahayana and Theravada understandings of karma are far removed, evencontradictory, to the teachings of the Buddha himself.

Brian Victoria
Brian Victoria is a native of Omaha, Nebraska and a 1961 graduateof Nebraska Wesleyan University in Lincoln, Nebraska. He holds a
MA in Buddhist Studies from Sōtō Zen sect-affiliated Komazawa
University in Tokyo, and a PhD from the Department of Religious
Studies at Temple University.
In addition to a second, enlarged edition of Zen At War (Rowman& Littlefield, 2006), Brian's major writings include Zen War Stories(RoutledgeCurzon, 2003); an autobiographical work in Japaneseentitled Gaijin de ari, Zen bozu de ari (As a Foreigner, As a Zen
Priest), published by San-ichi Shobo in 1971; Zen Master Dōgen,coauthored with Prof. Yokoi Yūhō of Aichi Gakuin University (Weatherhill, 1976); and a translation of
The Zen Life by Sato Koji (Weatherhill, 1972). In addition, Brian has published numerous journal articles,
focusing on the relationship of not only Buddhism but religion in general, to violence and warfare.
From 2005 to 2013 Brian was a Professor of Japanese Studies and director of the AEA “Japan and Its
Buddhist Traditions Program” at Antioch University in Yellow Springs, Ohio, United States. From 2013
to 2015 he was a Visiting Research Fellow at the International Research Center for Japanese Studies
in Kyoto, Japan. His latest book, Zen Terror: The Death of Democracy in Prewar Japan was publishedby Rowman & Littlefield in February 2020. Brian is currently a Senior Research Fellow at the Oxford
Centre for Buddhist Studies and a fully ordained Buddhist priest in the Sōtō Zen sect.
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Featured Workshop Presentation: James McNally & Kathryn Lavender

Aging Data: The National Archive ofComputerized Data on Aging
Friday, March 31, 2023 | 15:45-16:30 | Orion Hall (5F)

Researchers increasingly recognize the value of public-use data for secondary research, thesis
development, training and education and the development of independent research grants.
As cutting-edge international studies are emerging across Asia, Latin America, Europe, andincreasingly Africa, the opportunities for cross-national and comparative research are growing
exponentially. This is a particularly exciting time to work, due to the large number of trained
research professionals working within their home countries and providing culturally groundedinterpretations of results. An ongoing barrier, however, is knowing where and what kind ofdata are available for secondary analysis. The creation and maintenance of sustainable dataarchives can be challenging but it offers clear advantages for a national and international
research strategy. Data that is preserved can be used by multiple researchers, testing avariety of hypotheses and increasing the return on investment to the expensive process ofdata collection. Having an internally managed archival system also provides greater control
and autonomy in the equitable distribution of data resources. This workshop, sponsored by
IAFOR and NACDA will offer hands-on examples of how to discover data resources, obtainthem and then implement them as part of a research strategy. Regardless of whether or not you
are a student looking for a thesis topic, an instructor looking for research material for use inclassroom teaching, or an established researcher looking for new opportunities, the wealth of
publicly available data has created almost unlimited opportunities to explore new themes andto collaborate with other researchers worldwide.

James McNally
Dr James W. McNally is the Director of the NACDA Programon Aging, a data archive containing over 1,500 studies
related to health and the aging life course. He currently
does methodological research on the improvement andenhancement of secondary research data and has been
cited as an expert authority on data imputation. Dr McNally
has directed the NACDA Program on Aging since 1998 andhas seen the archive significantly increase its holdings witha growing collection of seminal studies on the aging life
course, health, retirement and international aspects of aging.
He has spent much of his career addressing methodological issues with a specific focus on
specialised application of incomplete or deficient data and the enhancement of secondary
data for research applications. Dr McNally has also worked extensively on issues related tointernational aging and changing perspectives on the role of family support in the later stagesof the aging life course.
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Kathryn Lavender
Kathryn joined the National Archive of Computerized Data on
Aging (NACDA) team in November 2017 as project manager.
She is involved with day to day operations including data
deposits, restricted-use data agreements, data user requests,
as well as long-term planning of NACDA activities in the
research community.
Before transitioning to NACDA, Kathryn Lavender came to theInter-university Consortium for Political and Social Research(ICPSR) from the University of Michigan-Dearborn as a co-op
student, and accepted a full-time position after graduating with her degree in economics. She
has been involved in many areas of ICPSR, from curating data across different projects andsupervising curation staff to event planning with the summer internship program. As of thisApril, Kathryn has been an official ICPSR staff member for 10 years.

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15:45-16:45 | Orion Hall (5F)
Friday Poster Session
Abstracts appear as originally submitted by the author. Any spelling, grammatical, or
typographical errors are those of the author.

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Ethics - Ethics in Education

68536 | Graduate Students’ Perceptions and Use Towards Library Discovery Tool and Google Scholar
Shih-Chuan Chen, Fu Jen Catholic University, Taiwan
In the process of academic research, researchers spend a large time searching for relevant research literature. When the library's electronic
resources increase, in order to allow users to search for various resources of the library at the same time on one interface, the Discovery Tool
System of the library appears. Google Scholar, launched in 2004, is a search engine that supports academic research, allowing researchers to findrelevant and a variety of documents. Many studies have shown that Google Scholar and Discovery Tool System are resources for finding academic
information. Studies indicated that the information needs of graduate students are more complex than those of college students. This researchintends to use citation analysis, observations and interviews to understand the process of graduate students using the library Discovery Tool
System and Google Scholar, and analyze their opinions and suggestions on these two tools. According to the interview results, graduate students
indicated that they will still use the library Discovery Tool System and Google Scholar when they have academic needs in the future. Therefore,
the university library Discovery Tool System does not necessarily have to compete with Google scholar, but should make the system interface andscreen design clearer and more friendly to help graduate students for their research needs.

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Industrial Organization and Organization Theory69227 | Preparedness for the Crisis of SMEs is the Key to Driving the Economy and Recovering After the Covid-19 Pandemic
Chaiyut Kleebbua, Srinakharinwirot University, Thailand
Amaraporn Surakarn, Srinakharinwirot University, Thailand
The purpose of this study is to identify innovative work behaviors (IWB) among SME employees that enable them to function despite a recent
crisis. Using qualitative research techniques, 22 SME employees from manufacturing and service/wholesale/retail sectors, encompassing 5 areasof Thailand, were interviewed. The results showed that behaviors at work that help businesses survive and grow in crises are divided into five main
themes and 52 sub-themes, namely: 1. Seeking opportunities that arise in crises; 2. Generating ideas to cope with crises; 3. Championing ideas
into practice; 4. Applying ideas that will be used; and 5. Learning and renewing innovative work behaviors. Positive psychology capital (PsyCap)
is a crucial component that aids individuals in growing intellectually and overcoming setbacks. The PsyCap for coping with adversity consists of1) self-efficacy, including understanding oneself, managing one's work, being aware of oneself, and being aware of one's sources of support; 2)
Optimism, including having a positive outlook on problems and looking at problems as temporary things that will pass. 3) Hope, including having
goals and being persistent, planning, and adapting to do new things; 4) Resilience, including being patient in the face of obstacles and having theability to empower oneself. The findings may be utilized to create a learning program for fostering IWB and enhancing the PsyCap of staff in SMEs
so that people can produce innovation at work and are prepared to handle unexpected scenarios in the future.

Linguistics/Language & Psychology/Behavioral Science

68993 | The Social Roots of Suicide: Theorizing How to Reduce Risk Factors of Depression Among University Students
David Burnett, University of Utah Asia Campus, South Korea
Yunah Cho, University of Utah Asia Campus, South Korea
Jaina Lee, University of Utah Asia Campus, South Korea
Nicole Codd, University of Utah Asia Campus, South Korea
Shakerra Bartley, University of Utah Asia Campus, South Korea
The importance of mental health has become an increasingly popular topic of discussion in South Korea. According to the Organisation for
Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), South Korea ranks first in suicide rates as of 2020 at a staggering rate of 24.1 deaths per
100,000 people. College students in South Korea are especially vulnerable, with suicide rates having increased by 60% over the past six years.
Since depression is a significant risk factor when predicting suicidal ideation, it is important to look at the factors that put college-age students
at risk for depression. Through an examination of existing literature, it has been identified that stress related to future employment is a large
contributor to depression in Korean undergraduate students. Using evidence-based methods of reducing stress related to employment, we havecreated a hypothetical intervention based on the Social Cognitive Theory of Learning. This intervention proposes a series of workshops combining
the traditional skills needed to obtain employment with mental health modalities, such as Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to aid in emotion andstress regulation. In addition, career advisors should utilize DBT strategies to cultivate emotional coping skills within students. This hypotheticalintervention should serve as a potentially novel method to address depression in college-age students. We expect that if university career centers
implement DBT in their services and coaching, then there will be a reduction in stress related to the job searching process.

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69021 | Why and How Do Elementary School Administrators Promote Their Schools in Taiwan
Hsuan-Fu Ho, National Chiayi University, Taiwan
Chia-Lin Tsai, Nei-Hu Elementary School, Taiwan
Taiwan’s declining birth rate in the past decade has led to a dramatic drop in its student enrollment, which has threatened the survival of schools.
This further ignited the competition among schools and motivated them to adopt multiple marketing strategies for recruiting sufficient numberof students. In this research, marketing strategies were allocated into four categories, including advertisement, promotion, public relations, andpersonal selling. And this research aims to investigate the relatively important marketing strategies and evaluate their strengths and weaknesses
perceived by school administrators. A self-developed questionnaire was adopted as the major research instrument consisting of three sections.
The first section aimed to elicit participants’ demographic information. The second section was analyzed in the analytic hierarchy process (AHP)
method and designed to calculate determinants by making a comparison between different marketing strategies. The third section focused on
the strengths and weaknesses of strategies measured with a 5-point Likert scale. Several valuable results were revealed through this research.
First, among four categories, the adoptions of personal selling and public relation are highlighted by the respondents, which accounted for nearly
36% and 29% respectively. Second, the dominant four marketing strategies analyzed by AHP method are telephone marketing, door-to-door visit,
connection with community, and social networking, all of them accounting for more than 10%. The determinants of each marketing strategies andtheir strengths and weaknesses were further discussed in this study.
69239 | Emotions Experienced by Foreign Language Learners Regarding Instructional Languages: A Comparison Between theTarget and the First Language

Rika Inagaki, Nagoya University, Japan
Motoyuki Nakaya, Nagoya University, Japan
In foreign language learning classes, language teachers instruct in the target or learners’ first language. These instructional languages might arousedifferent emotions in foreign language learners. This study thus investigated the emotions Japanese language learners experience regarding theirclasses instructed in the target language or in their first language. A total of 497 Thai university students participated in a questionnaire survey
regarding their feelings about their Japanese language classes. The questionnaires adopted Russell's circumplex model of affect, which grasps
emotions comprehensively with the following four types: positive activated, positive deactivated, negative activated, and negative deactivatedemotion. Result of the analysis showed that Thai students had more positive and negative activated emotions regarding the classes instructedin Japanese, while they had more positive and negative deactivated emotions regarding the classes instructed in Thai. The classes in Japanese
could evoke nervousness and uneasiness, as well as excitement and enthusiasm. In contrast, although their negative activated emotions, such as
nervousness and worry, were low, they felt less excited and enthusiastic in classes instructed in Thai. The classes in Thai caused not only calm or
relaxed feelings but also tiredness or sleepiness more than the classes in Japanese. Based on these differences in the emotions Japanese language
learners experienced, this study discussed effective ways to use a target language and learners’ first language in foreign language learning.
68793 | Achievement Emotions Questionnaire – Foreign Language Class (AEQ-FLC): Translation and Validation for Taiwanese

University Students in Blended English Language Learning

Toshiyuki Hasumi, Ming Chuan University & National Chengchi University, Taiwan
The Achievement Emotions Questionnaire - Foreign Language Class (AEQ-FLC) was recently developed and validated to measure students'
emotions in English as a foreign language (EFL) classrooms. The purpose for this preliminary study was the Chinese translation (forward andback translation, student focus group discussion, and final revision) of the AEQ-FLC for university students in Taiwan and validate the adapted
Chinese version in the unique context of a blended EFL course with the face-to-face sessions taking place in a computer lab. Research participants
were 2,118 students who volunteered to complete the adapted Chinese AEQ-FLC during the 16th week of the 18-week course. The sample was
subdivided randomly for exploratory factor analysis (EFA; N = 400) and confirmatory factor analysis (CFA; N = 1,718). The EFA extracted threeemotion constructs (Enjoyment, Anxiety, and Boredom) and CFA results indicated acceptable model fit. Good reliability of the final model was
found using Cronbach's alpha. Given the unique computer lab face-to-face context of the EFL course, the initial adapted Chinese AEQ-FLC was able
to measure salient emotions previously identified in the field of language learning emotions, including foreign language anxiety, enjoyment, andboredom (FLA, FLE, and FLB). The current adapted scale will be further revised to better incorporate factors in the original AEQ-FLC to measure
students' emotions for blended courses EFL face-to-face computer lab sessions.

Mental Health69234 | Pilot of a Residential Workshop on Character Strengths-Based Coaching of Rural Community Health Workers in India:

Challenges and Opportunities

Azaz Khan, Sangath, India
Lochan Sharma, Sangath, India
Deepak Tugnawat, Sangath, India
Ameya Bondre, Sangath, India

There is scarce evidence on interventions leveraging personal strengths to help community health workers (CHWs) respond to work stress in lowresource settings. Our study describes the reflections from pilot of positive-psychology based coaching intervention for rural (female) CHWs in India,
as part of a randomized control trial. Three batches of CHWs (n=35) received a 5-day residential workshop by two ‘facilitators’, supported by twocoaches. Content was divided into four modules, including various character strengths-based strategies (e.g., ‘strengths habit’, ‘positive reappraisal
with strengths’ and ‘three good things’) along with mindfulness, emotional regulation, prioritization and goal-setting. Challenges included: gradualparticipant engagement (pre-conceived notions about the workshop being a ‘typical training’), slower content absorption (for multi-step strategies),
distractions (health issues, menstrual cramps, worries about family members/child at home), and individual factors (low literacy/reading skills).
The intervention team used morning revision-sessions, energizers (games or stretching exercises), roleplays/group discussions, and end-of-theday activities (music) to enhance participation. Pre- and post-workshop assessments revealed a 15% improvement in knowledge scores. About
82% of CHWs found the workshop satisfactory, and 75% found its content usable across work-life domains. After the workshop, CHWs received
weekly telephonic support calls by the coaches for 8 weeks. CHWs perceived these calls as a ‘space’ to discuss their challenges, which also helped
the coaches to tailor their strategies. This study illustrates a mix of face-to-face and remote coaching methods to enable rural CHWs to cope withwork-stress. Further research is needed to evaluate its effectiveness in reducing burnout, and replicability in similar global settings.

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Neuroscience

66441 | Stimulation of Laughter Involved Brain Networks for Alleviating Mood Disorders
Shahaboddin Zarei, Excellence in Brain Science and Intelligence Technology (Institute of Neuroscience), CAS, Shanghai., China
Seyedeh-Saeedeh Yahyavi, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Iran
Iman Salehi, Iranian Neuroscience Society, Iran
Milad Kazemiha, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Iran
Ali-Mohammad Kamali, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Iran
Mohammad Nami, Harvard Alumni for Mental Health, Middle-east Ambassador, United Arab Emirates
The practicality of the idea of whether the laughter‐involved large‐scale brain networks can be stimulated to remediate affective symptoms, namely
depression, has remained elusive. In this study, healthy individuals were tested through quantitative electroencephalography (qEEG) setup upon
resting state and while submitted to standardized funny video clips. We evaluated the individuals’ facial expressions against the valence andintensity of each stimulus through the Nuldos face analysis software. The study also employed an eye‐tracking setup to examine fixations, gaze,and saccadic movements upon each task. In addition, changes in polygraphic parameters were monitored upon resting state and exposure to clips
using the 4‐channel Nexus polygraphy setup. The happy facial expression analysis, as a function of rated funny clips, showed a significant difference
against neutral videos. In terms of the polygraphic changes, heart rate variability and the trapezius muscle surface electromyography measures
were significantly higher upon exposure to funny vs. neutral videos. The average pupil size and fixation drifts were significantly higher and lower,
respectively, upon exposure to funny videos. The qEEG data revealed the highest current source density (CSD) for the alpha frequency band localized
in the left frontotemporal network (FTN) upon exposure to funny clips. Additionally, left FTN acquired the highest value for theta coherence z‐score,
while the beta CSD predominantly fell upon the salience network (SN). These preliminary data support the notion that left FTN may be targeted as acortical hub for noninvasive neuromodulation as a single or adjunct therapy in remediating affective disorders in the clinical setting.

Psychology and Education

66059 | Impact of Project-based Learning on Students’ Learning
Su-ching Lin, National Changhua University of Education, Taiwan
Liang-Yu Lin, National Changhua University of Education, Taiwan
This study investigates the impact of project-based learning (PjBL) on students’ capacities for critical thinking, communication, creativity, andcollaboration (i.e., the 4Cs). This study adopted a two-group experimental design comprising an experimental group, which received PjBL pedagogy,
and a control group, which received traditional pedagogy. Of the 113 tenth graders from an agricultural and industrial vocational high school incentral Taiwan, 55 students were assigned to the experimental group, and 58 were assigned to the control group. The data were collected over onesemester using scales to measure critical thinking, communication, creativity, and collaboration. The data were then analyzed using descriptive
statistics of distribution frequencies, percentages, mean values, standard deviations, and inferential statistics using ANCOVA. The results revealed
that the experimental group acquired significantly higher scores on the 4C scales than the control group, indicating that PjBL pedagogy is more
effective than traditional pedagogy at improving students’ 4C abilities. The experimental group students’ post-test scores of 4C capacities weresignificantly higher than their pre-test scores, showing a significant enhancement in the experimental group students’ 4C capacities after receiving
PjBL pedagogy. The study confirmed that PjBL pedagogy had a highly positive effect on students’ 4C capacities.
67044 | A Study on Teachers’ Willingness to Intervene in Relational Bullying
Liming Chen, National Sun Yat-Sen University, Taiwan
Hsiu-I Hsueh, National Kaohsiung University of Science and Technology, Taiwan
Studies have revealed that teachers have less willingness to intervene in relational bullying compared to physical or verbal types of bullying. To
realize what factors contributed to teachers’ willingness to intervene in relational bullying can add new knowledge to this academic field. This study
aimed to explore whether teachers’ normative beliefs, identification, perceived seriousness, victim-blaming tendency, and intervention efficacy ofrelational bullying among students can have impacts on their willingness to intervene in relational bullying. Five hundred and forty-one middle andelementary school teachers participated in this study. They were invited to endorse self-reported scales. Data were analyzed by using hierarchicalmultiple regression. Results showed that teachers’ identification scores on vignettes of relational bullying have no significant impact on their willingness
to intervene. Higher scores on teachers’ perceived seriousness and intervention efficacy of relational bullying, and lower scores on teachers’ normative
beliefs and the victim-blaming tendency of relational bullying, can predict higher scores on their willingness to intervene in relational bullying. In
addition, teachers’ victim-blaming tendency of relational bullying can moderate the relationship between intervention efficacy and willingness tointervene in relational bullying. When teachers hold higher intervention efficacy, they are more willing to intervene in relational bullying regardless of
their victim-blaming tendency. But, when teachers have a higher victim-blaming tendency, those with lower intervention efficacy have significantly
lower willingness to intervene in relational bullying. Suggestions regarding bullying prevention and intervention were discussed at the end of this study.
69077 | Eudaimonic Well-Being in Thai Health Care Professionals: Its Contributing Factors
Somboon Jarukasemthawee, Chulalongkorn University, Thailand
Kullaya Pisitsungkagarn, Chulalongkorn University, Thailand
Jireerat Sittiwong, Chulalongkorn University, Thailand
Health care professionals were among those most severely impacted from COVID-19. The impacts were evident not only in their physical health but also
their psychological one. Significant stresses and strains were reported. Studies were conducted to examine their psychological vulnerability. Limited wereattempts to identify factors contributing to their eudaimonic well-being, which helps prevent their psychological distress and promote their happiness. Withlimited studies on this topic in Thailand, this research study was proposed to establish relationships that mindfulness, hope, and social connectedness
had with eudaimonic well-being. Data were collected from 235 Thai health care professionals, aged 22-68 years (M = 38.12, SD = 10.74). Participants weremainly females (N = 196 or 83%). All voluntarily participated in this on-line study by responding to the measures of key study variables. Data obtained wereanalyzed using correlational analyses. Findings demonstrated that eudaimonic well-being was positively correlated with mindfulness (r = .62, p < .001),
hope (r = .68, p < .001), and social connectedness (r = .40, p < .001). Multiple Regression Analysis was subsequently conducted, using an Enter method.
The three variables studied signifiantly predicted eudaimonic well-being (F = 103.09, p < .001) and accounted for 75.70% of its variance (R² = .757, p <.001). Findings were discussed in terms of research and therapeutic implications in eudaimonic well-being enhancement.

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69226 | The Effect of Practice in Class After Video-based Learning on Statistical Ability of Undergraduate Students
Waiyawut Yoonisil, Srinakharinwirot University, Thailand
The purpose of this research was to study the effects of practice in class after video-based learning on the statistical ability of undergraduate
students. The data were collected from dental students at Srinakharinwirot University, Thailand. An experiment was conducted in which conditions
were systematically varied for video-based learning before class followed by in-class practice and lecture-based learning followed by reviewing
videos. The sample consisted of 60 dental students divided equally into 2 groups using a simple random sampling method. The data were collectedin 3 phases: immediately after the course, after 2 weeks and after 2 months (end of the semester). The researcher analyzed the data using Factorial
ANOVA. The results have shown that practice in class after video-based learning was more effective among students than lecture-based learning
followed by reviewing videos. In addition, the practice in class after video-based learning group scored well in a long term, especially among female
students compared with a lecture-based and male.

Qualitative/Quantitative Research in any other area of Psychology

67338 | Sadness Drives Your Desires: The Effect of Sadness Stimuli on Consumption of Salty Food
Hsuan-Yi Chou, National Sun Yat-sen University, Taiwan
Chun-Han Yang, National Sun Yat-sen University, Taiwan
Although healthy eating is now part of the mainstream lifestyle, we still often overeat because of various external and internal stimuli. This study
examines whether there is a conceptual metaphorical relationship between sadness and saltiness and how psychological saltiness is linked tophysiological saltiness and subsequent effects on consumers’ intake of different flavored foods. This study used an experimental method andan implicit association test to conduct five formal studies. The important findings are as follows. First, exposure to sad (versus non-sad) stimuli
increases the accessibility of the psychological saltiness concept, and when the character expressing sadness sheds tears (versus no tears), it
would strengthen the positive impact of sad stimuli on the accessibility of psychological saltiness. Second, when the degree of stimulus scenes
related to ordinary people’s lives is high, the sad (versus non-sad) stimuli reduce the accessibility of physiological saltiness and the intention to
consume salty foods but increase the intention to consume other flavored foods. Third, when consumers are exposed to sad (versus non-sad)stimuli in a media multitasking situation, it increases the accessibility of physiological saltiness and the intention to consume salty foods but
reduces the intention to consume other flavored foods. The results contribute to conceptual metaphors, the assimilation‑contrast theory, and foodintake research. These findings remind practitioners of the suitable timing of food placement and the advertising exposure of different food flavors.
Furthermore, it is of great significance for government agencies as it can help them guard national health and increase citizens’ welfare.
67439 | Comparison of Product Involvement and Usage Behavior of Smartphone, Computer, and Television Users
Seiya Kojima, NTT DOCOMO, Inc., Japan
Setsuko Kondo, NTT DOCOMO, Inc., Japan
Fumio Kira, NTT DOCOMO, Inc., Japan
Hiroshi Akuto, University of Tokyo, Japan
Studies on product involvement have been widely conducted on various items and have revealed differences in the characteristics of different
products. However, most studies have examined product involvement for each product, and few studies have compared product involvement
across products. This study investigates how product involvement differs among information and communication technologies (ICT) devices:
smartphones, computers, and televisions. Survey responses were collected from 4,943 Japanese participants aged 15-79 on a web-based survey
in February 2021. Factor cluster analysis was conducted on the study responses using product involvement factors. Similar questions on productinvolvement for each device confirmed a factor structure with three similar factors: brand orientation, impulse purchase, and utilization. Next, acluster analysis was conducted from these three factors. Factor scores were extracted for each device: "obsessive use," "non-utilization", "nonbrand oriented", and "impulse purchase". It was confirmed that the characteristics of the factor scores are similar to that of the four clusters. For
example, "obsessive use" clusters of each device have similarities in the time spent respectively; a high percentage of respondents spend a longtime using their device, while gender and age groups were different. Smartphone's "obsessive use" cluster consisted of a higher percentage ofyoung adults than other clusters, PC's consisted of a higher rate of elderly males than others, and TV's consisted of a higher percentage of elderly
people than others. This study contributes important insights for future comparisons of features among ICT devices.
68811 | Cognitive Diagnosis Models for Longitudinal Data
Hung-Yu Huang, University of Taipei, Taiwan
Su-Pin Hung, National Cheng Kung University, Taiwan
Cognitive diagnosis models (CDMs) are psychometric models that are developed for assessing examinees’ mastery and nonmastery of attributes.
The generalized Deterministic Input, Noisy and Gate (G-DINA; de la Torre, 2011) model has the most general formulation and can be applied for
different cognitive diagnosis purposes. The G-DINA model is a mathematical probabilistic function that can produce a variety of CDMs in theliterature. When the attributes are assumed to be a function of one general ability, a higher-order G-DINA model can be formulated. This study
aims to develop a multilevel higher-order G-DINA model for longitudinal data and conduct a series of simulations to assess the parameter recovery
using Markov chain Monte Carlo (MCMC) methods. Fifteen items (simulated dichotomously scores items) with five attributes (simulated cognitive
skills) were used to generate item responses at four time points. The Q-matrix and the generated values came from an empirical analysis of thefraction subtraction test (Tatsuoka, 1990). Three levels were manipulated, where a within-occasion model at Level 1, a within-person model at Level2, and a between-person model at Level 3. Two groups of persons were included at Level 3 with each having 1,000 persons. Parameter recovery of
the multilevel higher-order G-DINA model was assessed by computing the bias and root mean square error (RMSE). The results showed that themultilevel higher-order G-DINA model had fairly good item parameter recovery (lower RMSE values) and effectively captured the variations in theindividual changes over time. The authors provide several suggestions for future study.

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68719 | Why University Students Accept Website Cookies? Moderating Impact of Gender
Kuang-Ming Kuo, National United University, Taiwan
Hsin Tsai, National United University, Taiwan
Jian-Hua Weng, National United University, Taiwan
Yi-Ru Huang, National United University, Taiwan
Ming-Xuan Li, National United University, Taiwan
Purpose: Cookies are small text files with huge potential for business. Individuals may however raise concerns about online privacy when they know
they can be tracked by cookies. This may have negative impacts on business campaigns such targeted marketing or advertisement. It is therefore
import to know how individuals consider cookies when they navigate the Internet. The study purposes include: 1) to investigate important factors,
based on privacy calculus theory, that influence the acceptance of website cookies and 2) to test the potential moderating effects of gender.
Methods: A survey methodology based on convenience sampling was used to collect data from university students since they are active in online
activities. Questionnaires were distributed via Google forms from June 2022 to October 2022. Totally, 169 valid responses were collected andanalyzed by using partial least squares. Results: Perceived control of cookies was not found to be a significant predictor for the acceptance ofwebsite cookies while perceived benefits, privacy risk, and privacy concerns were found to be significant predictors. Regarding the moderating
effect of gender, this study found that the influence of perceived benefits on the acceptance of website cookies was significantly stronger for malethan for female. Conclusion: Based on the findings, organizations can foster appropriate strategies for the design and implementation of website
cookies aiming to facilitate business campaigns while minimizing individuals’ privacy concerns. Further, the different perceptions toward cookies
between male and female should also be taken into considers.
69230 | Identifying Genetic Signatures as Potential Biomarkers of Resilience in Young Adults
Sheng-Hsiang Lin, National Cheng Kung University, Taiwan
Yu-En Kang, National Cheng Kung University, Taiwan
Andrew Ke-Ming Lu, National Cheng Kung University, Taiwan
Shulan Hsieh, National Cheng Kung University, Taiwan
Cheng-Ta Yang, National Cheng Kung University, Taiwan
Background: Resilience is defined as the process of effectively adapting to stressful events or managing significant sources of stress or trauma.
We used whole genome single nucleotide polymorphism (SNP) data to assess the relationships between genetic variants and psychologicalresilience.
Methods: We recruited the young adults aged from 20 to 30 years from southern Taiwan. All study subjects were divided into low resilience and highresilience groups using the Connor–Davidson Resilience Scale (CD-RISC). We conducted genome-wide association studies (GWAS) for the study
subjects. Then we selected candidate SNPs by PLINK and performed ROC curve analysis to discriminate high and low resilience.
Results: In the study, CD-RISC scores ≥60 out of 100 were defined as high resilience and CD-RISC scores <60 out of 100 were defined as low
resilience. The study selected nine SNPs with p < 10-5 in the GWAS using PLINK software. Three SNPs were excluded due to strong multicollinearity.
Thus, we constructed a polygenic risk score model using the six SNPs. The result of ROC curve analysis with 10-fold cross validation showed the
AUC is 0.98 and accuracy is 0.93 for low resilience. Conclusion: The genetic signatures provided good discriminative ability to distinguish high fromlow resilience individuals. Our findings supported the promise of whole genome SNP markers in young adults with low resilience.

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66686 | Challenges in Osteoporosis Treatment Initiation in Geriatric Patients Admitted Under the Hip-fracture Pathway
Angela Frances, Hui Wen Yap, SingHealth Residency Program, Singapore
Bernard, Kok Chong Yap, SingHealth Residency Program, Singapore
Lissa Vazhayil Joseph, Singapore General Hospital, Singapore
Joyce, Suang Bee Koh, Singapore General Hospital, Singapore
Tet Sen Howe, Singapore General Hospital, Singapore
Kaysar Mamun, Singapore General Hospital, Singapore
Introduction: Osteoporosis represents a growing healthcare problem which is often overlooked by healthcare providers. This study aims to assess
the rate of osteoporosis treatment initiation and investigate underlying barriers in the initiation of osteoporosis treatment in the elderly admitted
for hip fracture. Method: This is a retrospective study conducted in a local hospital in Singapore on patients aged 60 years old and above who
were admitted under the hip-fracture pathway from January 2019 to December 2019. Data collected included demographics, co-morbidities, andlaboratory data. Clinical charts were reviewed for whether bone mineral density (BMD) scans have been ordered and whether plans for bone healthwere made prior to discharge. The primary outcome measure was the prescription of osteoporosis treatment medications within 1 year from thedate of admission. Prescription lists were reviewed for prescribing patterns of calcium and vitamin D.
Results: A total of 375 patients were identified. 281 patients who fit the inclusion and exclusion criteria with complete data were further analyzed.
Within 1 year of hip fracture admission, 63(22.4%) of them were prescribed with osteoporosis treatment medications. Multivariate logistic
regression identified milder stage of CKD (p=0.038, OR=0.617, 95% CI 0.392 – 0.973) and BMD scan performed (p<0.001, OR=6.515, 95% CI 3.180– 13.348) as independent factors associated with the prescription of osteoporosis treatment within 1 year of hip fracture admission.
Conclusion: The rate of osteoporosis treatment initiation post hip fracture is low. Systematic solutions will need to be established to ensure that
osteoporosis is addressed prior to discharge.
66693 | Internet Use and Mental Well-being During the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Quantitative Study on Age Differences
Chou Chuen Yu, Geriatric Education and Research Institute, Singapore
Nien Xiang Tou, Geriatric Education and Research Institute, Singapore
James Alvin Low, Khoo Teck Phuat Hospital, Singapore
Objectives: To examine differences in the usage of internet between younger and older adults during the COVID-19 pandemic and how age, timespent on internet and mental well-being are inter-related.
Methods: A door-to-door survey of a nationally representative sample of 602 younger (n = 302) and older (n = 300) adults in Singapore aged
21-89 years was carried out using computer-assisted personal interviewing. Participants self-reported validated measures of depression, stressand anxiety (DASS) and digital media usage patterns. Results: Older adults were less able to utilise digital platforms to meet needs and acquire
information updates compared to younger adults during the lockdown period of the pandemic. Older adults spent significantly less time on theinternet for both work and personal uses per day (146 mins ± 9.18 mins) as compared to younger adults (433.27 mins ± 14.32 mins). Statisticallysignificant age differences in DASS were found with more adverse scores for younger adults. Mediation analysis showed that age differences
in DASS were partially explained by time spent on the internet. These variables together explained 43%, 40%, 40% of the variance in depression,anxiety, and stress, respectively. Conclusion: Findings suggest that there is a need to close the ‘digital divide’ for older adults especially whencertain phases in the pandemic can disrupt the running of essential activities and social engagement. Paying attention to the amount of time spenton the internet however is important as our modelling suggests that it might partially explain the lower mental well-being in younger adults.
66898 | The Moderating Effect of Social Participation on the Relationship Between Health Status and Depression in Older Adults
Yang-Tzu Li, National Taipei University of Nursing and Health Science, Taiwan
Chia-Shine Wei, National Taipei University of Nursing and Health Science, Taiwan
Yvonne Ow Su Yong, National Taiwan University, Taiwan
Background: Depression is a common mental health problem among older adults and a leading cause of disability worldwide. Health status
and social participation has been found significantly associated with depression in older adults. However, the role of social participation in therelationship between health status and depression remains unclear. This study aims to investigate the relationship between health status anddepression in older adults and the moderating effect of social participation in the relationship.
Methods: This is a cross-sectional study with data obtained from the National Health Interview Survey (NHIS) in 2013. Older adults aged 65 years
or older were included in the study. Multiple regression analysis was performed to examine the relationship between perceived health status anddepressive symptoms and assess the moderating effect of social participation.
Results: Of the 2731 participants, higher depressive symptoms were observed among older women, older adults who were single, living alone
and having lower satisfaction on financial status. Regression analyses showed that Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) and Instrumental Activities
of Daily Living (IADLs) disability were positively associated with higher depressive symptoms. Perceived health status, cognitive functions andsocial participation were found negatively associated with depressive symptoms. A significant moderating effect of social participation on therelationship between perceived health status and depressive symptoms was observed.
Conclusion: The findings highlight the role of social participation in moderating the effect of perceived health status on depression and suggestthat promoting social participation among older adults may be helpful for reducing depressive symptoms.

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66965 | Neuropsychiatric Symptoms of Geriatric Ward Inpatients
Krzysztof Wilczyński, Silesian Medical University in Katowice, Poland
Purpose: Neuropsychiatric symptoms like apathy, depression, anxiety, agitation or disinhibition, delusions and hallucinations, eating and sleeping
disorders are often seen in association with cognitive decline and collectively referred to as behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia(BPSD) or neuropsychiatric symptoms of dementia. We examined the prevalence and severity of NPS in patients with and without dementia who
were admitted to a geriatric hospital ward. Methods: Cross-sectional study of 234 consecutive patients out of 650 admitted to a university hospital
geriatric medicine ward. where a Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment was completed and where a caregiver personally contacted medical ward
staff and agreed to fill out a Neuropsychiatric Inventory – Short Form questionnaire that includes 12 neuropsychiatric domains. Results: Patientswith dementia (88 patients, 38%; MMSE 15.4 ± 7.4 points) were more likely than patients without dementia (146 patients, 62%; MMSE 27.2±1.9
points) to be of more advanced age (81.6±6.5 versus 79.3±6.4 years; P=0.01), achieve lower Barthel Index (62.8±29.5 versus 85.1±15.4 points;
P<0.001), manifest NPS and be treated with neuroleptics, anti-epileptic medicine and antiparkinsonian drugs. The total number of NPS in patientswith dementia was higher as compared to those without dementia (5.25±3.04 versus 3.02±2.65; P<0.001). Conclusion: Neuropsychiatric symptoms
occur in the majority of geriatric inpatients with dementia, with the most frequent being apathy/indifference. However, neuropsychiatric symptoms
are also common in geriatric medicine ward inpatients with normal cognitive function and this finding should be taken into consideration for the
management of elderly patients.
67330 | Designing Games for the Elderly: A Virtual Reality Pilot Study Based on the Use of Self-Determination Theory to Enhance
Relatedness
Yaron Kantor, Shenkar College, Israel
Hava Dagan Gur, Shenkar College, Israel
Ofir Ben Dor, Shenkar College, Israel

Introduction: Designing games for the elderly needs to highlight age-related challenges and present unique opportunities to address a growing
problem. Recent studies on gameplay design for seniors suggest using Self-Determination Theory (SDT) which emphasizes relatedness as a
key motivator, providing potential benefits to the well-being of the elderly. Aim: This project design focuses on relatedness in gaming for seniors
through an XR experience. Research Tool: We created an adventure using a virtual AI child as a companion, guide and motivator. The game
utilizes an independent Quest2 VR headset. Designed to resonate with seniors’ inner-childhood memories, the gameplay features hand-drawn
settings, nostalgic toys and familiar intergenerational interactions. Successful interactions were rewarded by child’s display of affection. Each of
the gameplay’s levels presented a different measure of engagement across the SDT dimensions. Method: The pilot consisted of 19 healthy Israeli
elderly volunteers over 65, each participating in a 15–20-minute session in Shenkar Games’ Lab. Unstructured interviews, motivated by Subjective
Vitality and Intrinsic Motivation Inventory questionnaires, were administered to subjects before and after the gameplay to elicit changes in theirsubjective well-being. Insights: Chronicling the game highlighted the development of positive emotions between participants and their AI child.
The immersive VR experience increased their emotional response and inspired the seniors to interact with their AI child as human, some evenexpressed desire to hug it. Even with the limited number of participants, the VR pilot demonstrated the possibility of relatedness between seniors
and their AI companion.
67449 | The Feasible Plans for Aging Society in Taiwan
YuFen Chen, Chihlee University of Technology, Taiwan
The purpose of this research is to explore the problem of the rapid growth of the aging population in Taiwan. The study cited relevant statistics
from the PRIDE, the website of the Department of Household Registration, M.O.I., and the Population Projection Inquiry System of the NDC for
analysis and explored the good policies for elderly care in various countries. The research results summarized five main problems, (1) Super-agedsociety- the elderly population increased, (2) Economic recession- declining birth rate, (3) Shortfall in supply- insufficient long-term care resources,(4) Labor shortage- increased dependency ratio, and (5) Heavier social burden- declining birthrate and aging population. Based on the issues, aging
and declining birthrates, raised above, this research proposed the following five main recommendations: (1) Long-term care service planning.
(2) Promotion of maternity benefits. For example, apart from providing childbearing subsidies, government should expand its public childcare
services. (3) Long-term care industrialization. Long-term care services in Taiwan should be transformed to be industrialized from social welfare
institutions. (4) Elderly care for the elderly, and (5) Social welfare policy such as policies on child-rearing subsidies and parental leave protectionin the workplace. It is an extremely important to slow down the transition to a super-aged society, remind the government and the public about the
impact of population ageing, and provide people in need with more appropriate care.
67506 | Inaccessibility to Health Services Among Older Persons With Different Living Arrangements in Thailand
Sutthida Chuanwan, Institute for Population and Social Research, Thailand
Kanchana Thianlai, Institute for Population and Social Research, Thailand
Pannawat Thuenklin, Institute for Population and Social Research, Thailand
Sittichat Somta, Institute for Population and Social Research, Thailand
Wichan Choorat, Institute for Population and Social Research, Thailand
The objective of this study is to investigate the factors associated with inaccessibility to health services among older persons in Thailand. This
study used quantitative data which were obtained from a national elderly survey conducted by the National Statistical Office in 2020. The binary
logistic regression analyses were used to predict the factors related to the inaccessibility of health services. The results found that factors affecting
the inaccessibility to health services of older persons statistically significant at the 0.05 level were age, employment, household property index,
self-assessment of health, feeling anxious or depressed, and living arrangements. This regression model could be explained by the variation in theinaccessibility of health services among older persons about 8%. A key factor why older persons did not get the health care they need was a lack ofsomeone taking them to see a clinician if they live alone, and a lack of spare time to seek health care if they live only with an older spouse. Basedon the findings of this study, thus managers of social services for older persons need to give more emphasis on outreach and community-based
support closer to the home of older persons. This is especially critical for those older persons who live alone or with only a spouse or other personsof the same generation.

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67521 | How Were Trajectories of Living Arrangement and Social Support Related to Well-Being in Older Adults?
Miaw-Chwen Lee, National Chung Cheng University, Taiwan
Ya-Ming Liu, National Cheng Kung University, Taiwan
Cheng-Tsung Chen, Sanming University, China
Rapid changes of population structure, family structure, and transition in the world economy have resulted in significant changes in the living
arrangements, social support and associated well-being among older age population. Using data from the Taiwan Longitudinal Survey on Ageing(1996-2007), we employed group-based trajectory models to investigate longitudinal trajectory patterns of living arrangement and social support
over time. Results demonstrated that the majority of the older adults showed living with spouse and children (>=30%) and those living alone or witha spouse accounted for 20%. Older people, rural residence, widowhood or widowerhood, or never get married were more likely to live alone or livewith spouse only. Persistently living alone had decreased life satisfaction and increased depression after adjusting for sociodemographic variables.
Many older adults had experienced consistently high instrumental support (>75%), whereas the majority of older adults showed a consistently low
emotional support (40%). Men, higher educated and married older adults and those having more numbers of surviving children were more likely
to experience increasing and high instrumental support than the counterparts. Those with consistently high emotional support had the highest
life satisfaction, lowest depression score, and lowest probability of being reported poor health than those of persistently low support. Those in
the declining instrumental support trajectory group had the poorest health outcomes. The results imply that policy regarding resource allocationof long-term care should target on those with living alone or a spouse only and those with low social support to improve the wellbeing in later life.
67549 | Living Arrangements of the Thai Older Persons in Urban Area to Support Adequate Dwelling and Care
Pannawat Thuenklin, Institute for Population and Social Research (IPSR), Mahidol University, Thailand
Sutthida Chuanwan, Institute for Population and Social Research (IPSR), Mahidol University, Thailand
Kanchana Thianlai, Institute for Population and Social Research (IPSR), Mahidol University, Thailand
This research had the objective to study the demographic, health, housing, and socio-economic factors which facilitate care for older Thais in urban
areas. This research also studied attitudes toward older persons in urban areas.
This research used quantitative data, the researcher conducted in-depth interviews with a sample of older persons living in urban areas of Chiang
Mai Province. In addition, telephone interviews were conducted with older persons living in Bangkok.
This study found that for those older persons who live in urban areas, there are two housing options: living in the original household and living in a
new household. The key factor in the choice of lodging for an older person is the presence or accessibility to a care provider. Based on the findings
from this study, the author offers the following recommendations for the related agencies In order to improve the housing and care for older
persons in urban areas, there should be an appropriate care system for the elderly under juristic-person supervision (i.e., an advocate) to eliminate
obstacles to receiving care and services from government agencies. There should be more construction of new residences for the elderly operated
by government agencies, foundations, charitable organizations, and/or private sector agencies for persons from a range of incomes. There shouldbe special psychological care programs for the elderly who live alone so that they can live independently and be as self-reliant as possible and for
as long as possible.
67552 | The Situation of Older Persons to Access Social Services in Order to Facilitate a Suitable Support Approach
Kanchana Thianlai, Institute for Population and Social Research (IPSR), Thailand
Sutthida Chuanwan, Institute for Population and Social Research (IPSR), Mahidol University, Thailand
Pannawat Thuenklin, Institute for Population and Social Research (IPSR), Mahidol University, Thailand
The objective of this study was to explore the situation of older persons regarding access to social services. This study focused on older persons
who living alone or households whose members are all elderly. The research employed mixed methods which were obtained from the National
Statistical Office. The qualitative data were collected through in-depth interviews to support the quantitative results. Results showed that the
proportion of households that are inhabited by only older persons in Thailand has been increasing rapidly, from 3.4% in 1990 to five times that levelby 2020. What is most alarming is that the proportion of households in which the only inhabitant was an older man or woman increased from 1.3%
to 7.2% between 1990 and 2020. In terms of psycho-social status, the older persons were aware of their vulnerability by living alone, and they fear
having a life-threatening accident or dying alone. Those older persons who are active persons expressed the need for the government to support
appropriate occupations and activities. In addition, older persons are inequalities to access social security affecting inaccessible the welfare state.
Thus, community-based services are the most important to give more emphasis on outreach and community-based support closer to the home ofolder persons. The community or neighborhood needs to be more active in organizing social services and care within and by the community. The
goal is to help people remain in familiar domiciles and surroundings for as long as possible while maintaining the quality of life.
67808 | The Comparative Study of Gratitude and Happiness of Taiwanese Youth, Middle-aged and Elderly People
Ching-Hua Mao, Chihlee University of Technology, Taiwan
Yu-Fen Chen, Chihlee University of Technology, Taiwan
The main purpose of this research is to compare the gratitude and happiness of the three age groups of Taiwanese youth, middle-aged and elderly.
This research uses the "Oxford Happiness Questionnaire " and the "Gratitude Scale", and the age groups of 18-30 years old, 31-65 years old and over
65 years old are the research participants. The results revealed that middle-aged and elderly people are significantly happier than young people, andthe gratitude scores of middle-aged and elderly people are also higher than that of young people. The correlation between gratitude and happinessamong the three age groups is significant, indicating that being grateful is indeed happier. As for the comparison of the gender differences between
the three age groups, whether it is happiness or gratitude, they have not reached significant levels. That is, the happiness or gratitude of men andwomen among the three age groups of Taiwanese youth, middle-aged, and elderly people did not show significant differences.

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68438 | Associations Between Sarcopenia, Osteopenia, and Obesity in Healthy Korean Adults by Opportunistic Body Composition
Evaluation Using FDG PET/CT
So Won Oh, Seoul National University Boramae Medical Center, South Korea
Chang-Myung Oh, Gwangju Institute of Science and Technology, South Korea
Yong Hwy Kim, Seoul National University, South Korea
Jae Kyung Lee, Seoul National University Boramae Medical Center, South Korea
Jee Won Chai, Seoul National University Boramae Medical Center, South Korea

The present study evaluated opportunistic body composition in healthy Korean adults who performed FDG-PET/CT for cancer screening. FDG-PET/
CT, dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DXA), bioelectrical impedance analysis (BIA), clinical history, and laboratory data of healthy Korean adults(M:F= 136:131, 60.76 ± 9.95y) who performed health screening program at our institute from 2017 to 2022 were analyzed. The distribution andquantification of abdominal visceral (VAT) and subcutaneous (SAT) fat tissues, crossed skeletal muscle area (CSMA) were evaluated, and bonemineral density (BMD), fat contents of liver and muscle were measured as Hounsfield unit (HU) level using non-enhanced CT images of FDG-PET/
CT. Metabolic activity of all these tissues was measured on PET images of FDG-PET/CT. BMD and HU of the muscle steadily decreased with age.
Both CSMA and BMD decreased with age, and they well correlated each other. CSMA was inversely correlated with the amount of SAT and VAT.
Not SAT but VAT significantly increased with age. Fat content of liver was correlated with age and inversely correlated with CSMA only in women.
In comparisons of normal and fatty liver groups, HU of the muscle was significant lower in the fatty liver group, but metabolism of the muscle was
not different. Amount of both SAT and VAT were significantly larger, while glucose metabolism of both SAT and VAT were lower in the fatty livergroup than in the normal group. Sarcopenic individuals tend to be osteopenic and obese, and present more fatty content in the liver and muscle.
68442 | Apathy Prevalence Among Geriatric Inpatients: Significance for Healthcare Interventions
Krzysztof Wilczynski, Silesian Medical University in Katowice, Poland
Purpose: We examined the prevalence of apathy in the context of neuropsychiatric symptoms in elderly people with dementia, mild cognitive
impairment, and no cognitive impairment. The significance of apathy is considered in relation to active patient participation in health maintenanceinterventions and health maintenance technologies such as remote patient monitoring and state of the art well-being systems.
Methods: Cross-sectional study of 236 consecutive patients out of 650 admitted to an inpatient geriatric ward with a comprehensive geriatricassessment was performed and where a caregiver completed a neuropsychiatric inventory that includes 12 domains: delusions, hallucinations,agitation/aggression, dysphoria/depression, anxiety, euphoria/elation, apathy/indifference, disinhibition, irritability/lability, aberrant motor,
nighttime disturbances and appetite/eating disturbances. Results: Average patient age was 80.7±6.6 years (x +/- SD) within a range of 63 to 99
years, 64.1% women. Apathy was the most frequently reported NPS in patients with dementia and mild cognitive impairment at 69.4% and 61.5%,
respectively. In patients without cognitive impairment, the most frequent NPS were appetite/eating disturbances (44.9%), depression (41.5%), andapathy (40%).
Conclusion: While apathy and other neuropsychiatric symptoms among patients with dementia are common, our study shows that these
symptoms are also common among patients admitted to a geriatric ward with MCI and no cognitive impairment. Apathy among patients withmild cognitive impairment is significant as these persons are especially susceptible to decline in functional capacity and particularly benefit fromearly interventions. Apathy should be addressed by clinicians and technology innovators to increase success rates with their healthcare solutions.
68572 | Increasing Connect Care Problem List Utilization Amongst Geriatric PhysiciansFrances Carr, University of Alberta, Canada
Before converting to a new electronic medical system (Connect Care), Problem Lists (PL) were routinely used by all Geriatric physicians. However, there
has been minimal use of its PL navigator. This study aimed for 80% of patients admitted to Geriatrics (Acute Care of the Elderly (ACE) unit) or seen in
consultation (Geriatric Assessment Team (GAT)) at the University of Alberta Hospital should have their PL reviewed at all transitions of care (ACE unit)
or with initial consultation (GAT). The study was conducted from March to November 2022. Initial physician feedback revealed a variety of reasonsfor poor PL navigator uptake which formed the basis for the intervention, which was a formal education session for physicians which addressed thesereasons, presented during a divisional meeting. Physician feedback was also collected post-intervention.
One education session was held, attended by all physicians. The average duration for reviewing the problem list was 7.8 mins. Run charts revealed data
shifts towards increased PL review at patient admission and PL incorporation into ACE notes, but decreased at transfers of care and with GAT consults.
There was a trend towards increased problem duplication. The intervention was positively received, but led to minimal changes in behavior, and a trend
towards increased problem duplication. Shifts were most noticeable for ACE patients, suggestive of this being the best target for further intervention.
Although the study did not meet its aim, there was evidence of possible changes in behavior, and further exploration of existing barriers is required.
68617 | Consumption of Fruit and Vegetable in Midlife and Risk of Depressive Symptoms in Late Life: The Singapore Chinese Health Study
Huiqi Li, National University of Singapore, Singapore
Woon Puay Koh, National University of Singapore, Singapore
Yiqiang Chua, National Univeristy of Singapore, Singapore
Objective: Epidemiological evidence between consumption of fruit and vegetable and depressive symptoms in late life is limited and inconsistent,
especially in Asian populations. We examined this association in a prospective Asian cohort. Methods: We used data from 16,571 participants of theSingapore Chinese Health Study. The consumption of fruits and vegetables was assessed using a validated 165-item food-frequency questionnaire atbaseline (1993-1998), when participants were aged 43-74 years (mean age 53.0 years). Fruits were further classified according to climate of growth(temperate, subtropical, and tropical), or glycemic index value (low, moderate, and high). After a mean follow-up of 20 years, depressive symptoms
were evaluated using Geriatric Depression Scale during the third follow-up interviews (2014-2016), when participants were aged 61-96 years (meanage 73.2 years). Multivariable logistic regression models were used to calculate odds ratio (OR) and 95% confidence interval (CI). Results: Depressive
symptoms were identified among 4372 participants. Consumption of fruits, but not vegetables, was inversely associated with depressive symptoms
in a dose-response manner: comparing extreme quartiles, the OR (95% CI) of depressive symptoms was 0.74 (0.66-0.82; P-trend <0.001) for fruits and0.95 (0.85-1.07; P-trend =0.49) for vegetables consumption. The significantly inverse associations were observed in all subgroups of fruits by glycemic
index values. However, in grouping by climate, consumption of subtropical and tropical fruit, but not of temperate fruit, was associated with lower
risk of depressive symptoms. Conclusions: Higher midlife consumption of fruits, but not vegetables, was associated with a significantly lower risk of

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depressive symptoms in late life.
68677 | The Effectiveness of Multifaceted Educational Program for Improving the Caregivers’ Competence of Recognizing Delirium

and Confusion on Elderly Dementia Patients

Chen Pei Chun, Taiwan Adventist Hospital, Taiwan

Chen Miao-Yen, The National Taipei University of Nursing and Health Sciences, Taiwan
Dementia is an irreversible and common syndrome for the elderly. If delirium occurs on a dementia elderly,it will lead to faster deterioration incognitive function, higher chance of moving to residential facilities and higher mortality.
This RCT research is to evaluate the effectiveness of improving the caregivers’ competence of recognizing delirium and confusion on dementia
patients after carrying out multifaceted educational program based on adult learning theory.
24 people are test group and 28 people in the control group. The test group will receive 40 minutes multifaceted educational program once a week
in the first month after enrollment (total 4 times). The interventions include dementia care E-book, delirium online videos, one on one teaching bysenior nurses and two-way cognitive feedback of delirium and confusion symptoms on dementia patients with their family caregivers.
The stuty results reveral that after receiving 4 weeks multifaceted educational program: 1.The main caregivers of the experimental group showedsignificant improvement in the knowledge level of distinguishing between delirium and disordered behavior in dementia. And after 12 weeks, there
are still continuous results(B:3.470, p= .000).2.The experimental group showed significant improvement in attitude level of distinguishing between
delirium and disordered behavior in dementia(B:3.470, p= .000). 3.Through interventional multifaceted educational program, the experimentalgroup's ability to identify delirium and abnormal behavior with dementia, the difference before and after the test has a significantly improved
effect than the control group(B:1.345, p= .000).4.After the intervention,the experimental group had positive feedback on learning satisfaction andsignificant improvement in nursing self-confidence(Mean: 4.63, SD:0.428).
68878 | Muscle Fatigue Detection Using Multi-Channel Digital Electromyography Electrodes
Eisa Aghchehli, Newcastle University, United Kingdom
Matthew Dyson, Newcastle University, United Kingdom
Kia Nazarpour, The University of Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Identifying the fall risk and detecting it is of utmost importance in presenting adverse short-and long-term health consequences of falls. The
occurrence of falls is not only caused by biological ageing but also by the fatigue of the lower leg muscles. Hence the ability to quantify muscle
fatigue is critical to identifying falls among older people during their daily activities. Most studies on this topic in the literature use offline data
analysis methods. This study proposes a mechanism for fatigue detection in real time. We investigate the assessment of muscle fatigue by using
a bespoke multi-channel Body Area Sensor Network (BASN) based on surface electromyogram (EMG). Our proposed network of digital EMG
electrodes utilises Inter-Integrated Communication (I2C) protocol to provide a multi-channel measurement system. We describe the hardware andfirmware development of the proposed platform. We validate the digital electrode in detecting fatigue in the EMG signal methods appropriate forlow-power embedded systems, comparing it with the results of a clinical EMG recording system.
68934 | Exploring the Factors Associated with the Quality of Life in Family Caregivers: A Cross-sectional StudyYi-Ya Chang, Chang Gung University of Science and Technology, Taiwan
Chia-Yuan Lin, Chang Gung University of Science and Technology, Taiwan
Background: The aged population in Taiwan accounted for 16.8% of the total population since 2021. Diseases, disabilities, and psychological problems
caused by aging will become a long and heavy long-term care process, which will cause a burden on the family.
Purposes: To explore the quality of life in high- burden family caregivers and to find out the predictors of quality of life in family caregivers.
Methods: A cross-sectional study was adopted to collect high-burden family caregivers and general family caregivers in Taiwan by conveniencesampling. A structured questionnaire was administered to collect data. SPSS 23.0 statistical software was used for data analysis.
Results: A total of 174 family caregivers participated in this study. There are 87 high-burden family caregivers and 87 general family caregivers. The
average age of the family caregivers was 55.89 years old, which belonged to moderate burden. The quality of life in general family caregivers weresignificantly better than those of high-burden family caregivers (p<.001). " Care burden " (β=-.41, p＜.001) and “Self-efficacy for obtaining respite”(β=.17, p =.024) are the factors related to quality of life, which can explain the variation of 46% (R2=.46, adjusted R2 =.41).
Conclusions: Family caregivers with better economic status have better quality of life, and when the care burden increases and self-efficacy decreases,
the quality of life will decrease. The results of this study can provide references to develop services for high- burden family caregivers in the future.
69020 | Relationship Between Lifestyle Behaviors, Health Promotion Behaviors, Depressive Symptoms, and Possible Sarcopenia

in Community-Dwelling Older Adults: A Cross-Sectional Study

Shu-Hung Chang, Chang Gung University of Science and Technology, Taiwan
Background: Sarcopenia is defined as an age-related progressive loss of skeletal muscle mass. With the global aging tendency of the world’s
population, sarcopenia has become a worldwide issue. Identifying potential peoples of sarcopenia is valuable. The purpose of this study is to
examine the relationship between lifestyle behaviors, health promotion behaviors, depressive symptoms, and possible sarcopenia in communitydwelling older adults. Methods: A cross‐sectional study design was used. The subjects were adults 60 years old and older living in northern Taiwan.
Data on demographics, lifestyle behaviors, health promotion behaviors, depressive symptoms, and sarcopenia conditions were collected from
August 2020 to July 2022. The descriptive statistics, chi-square tests, independent t-tests, and logistic regression analyses were analyzed withSPSS version 27.0. Results: In total, 376 cases were collected. The average age was 70.49 years old. The prevalence of sarcopenia, and possible
sarcopenia were 7.4% and 18.9%, respectively. Individuals who were older (Odds ratio [OR] = 1.17, p <.001), lack of resistance exercise training (OR=1.79, p <.05), less of protein (OR= 0.89, p <.05) or diary intake (OR= 0.83, p <.05), lower scores for community participation (OR= 0.56, p <.05), withdepressive symptoms, (OR= 0.46, p <.05), and higher fasting blood sugar (OR= 0.48, p <.05) were more prone to possible sarcopenia.
Conclusions: Community health nurses can use simple sarcopenia screening tools in the community to find possible sarcopenia individuals. We
recommend adding resistance exercise training and protein intake dietary intervention to prevent a sarcopenia pandemic for community-dwellingolder adults in future.

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Friday Poster Session | AGen2023
69126 | The Elderly’s Organs are Ready for Functional Rejuvenation
Tae Jun Park, Ajou University, South Korea
Hong Seok Kim, Inha University, South Korea
Young Hwa Kim, Ajou University, South Korea
Young-Kyoung Lee, Ajou University, South Korea
Aging has been regarded as a biological process resulting from the accumulation of stressed or damaged cells, so-called senescent cells. However,interestingly, we found that the number of fully senescent cells was not increased significantly in normal tissues of the elderly compared to the young
individual. Instead, fibroblasts and smooth muscle cells which are neither proliferative nor fully senescent, were commonly observed in the elderly’s tissue;
we called them‘mid-old' status cells. The characteristics of mid-old cells are upregulation of inflammation-related genes and downregulation of antiinflammation related genes. Furthermore, we revealed mid-old cells develops an inflammatory microenvironment in the stroma via upregulation of MMP9
expression which decreases the stability of epithelial cells lying on the basement membrane, resulting in decrease of epithelial cell’s function. Strikingly,
the microenvironmental change and the functional decline of mid-old cells can be rejuvenated by a young cell-originated protein. In sum, our data provided
a new concept about rejuvenation; it can be achieved by the functional reverse of mid-old cells rather than the elimination of senescent cells themselves.
69472 | Demarcation of Midbrain Structures With Deep Neural Network and Quantitative Susceptibility Mapping
Farshad Falahati, Karolinska Institutet, Sweden
Jonatan Gustavsson, Karolinska Institutet, Sweden
Alireza Salami, Karolinska Institutet, Sweden
Grégoria Kalpouzos, Karolinska Institutet, Sweden
The atrophy and iron load of the subthalamic nucleus (STN), substantia nigra (SN), and red nucleus (RN) characterize neurological disorders suchas Parkinson's disease. Despite their key role in motor control and cognition, they have been overlooked partly due to challenges in imaging thesesmall and deep-seated midbrain structures and lack of accurate and efficient segmentation methods. Quantitative susceptibility mapping (QSM),
an MRI technique to estimate in-vivo iron contents, provides a distinguishable contrast of these iron-rich structures. We propose an automatedsegmentation approach for demarcating STN, SN and RN, based on a deep convolutional neural networks model with U-Net architecture and MRI
data. MRI data including T1-weighted, FLAIR, QSM and relaxometry (R2star maps) in addition to manually delineated nuclei masks on QSM imagesof 40 individuals were used to train a deep learning model in single-modal (using each MRI modality individually) and multi-modal (combinations of
MRI data) setups. Five-fold cross validation results revealed that the multi-modal model using QSM and FLAIR performed best (average Dice scoresof 0.84, 0.91 and 0.94 for STN, SN and RN, respectively). Subsequently, the best model was applied on a dataset including 208 adults (age range
20-80). Cross-sectional analyses showed significant associations between iron content and age in the STN (r=0.47, p<0.001), SN (r=0.28, p<0.001)
and RN (r=0.34, p<0.001). Our automatic segmentation approach using deep neural networks offers a novel tool to access and accurately evaluate
volume and iron load of these small midbrain nuclei which can lead to a deeper understanding of their function.

Entrepreneurship/Silver Economy

67746 | Relationship Between Periodontal Disease and Dizziness in Older Patients With Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
Yu-Hsiang Kuan, Chung Shan Medical University, Taiwan
Ci-Wen Luo, Chung Shan Medical University, Taiwan
Rosa Huang Liu, Chung Shan Medical University, Taiwan
Periodontal disease is the neglected syndrome that leads to tooth loss and systemic diseases in older men. Dizziness is a condition with highreported incidences; they worsen with age and can burden the health systems. The present study investigated whether periodontal disease causes
dizziness in older patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Research data was retrieved from the National Health Insurance
Research Database. Older patients with COPD were diagnosed with periodontal disease, dizziness. In the control group, we randomly selectedindividuals without periodontal disease who were sex and age-matched with the investigated participants. The Kaplan–Meier curve indicated thatthe cumulative incidence of dizziness was significantly higher among older patients with COPD and periodontal disease compared to the controls.
After adjustment, Cox proportional hazards analysis revealed that older patients with COPD with periodontal disease had an increased risk of
dizziness. Compared to controls, the risk of dizziness among periodontal disease was higher in women and male patients. Therefore, periodontal
disease is not only a risk factor for dizziness, but also an independent risk factor for dizziness in older patients with COPD.
69085 | Action Research on Intergenerational Program of Senior Fitness
Fu-An Chung, YUNTECH, Taiwan
Wei-Shan Su, YUNTECH, Taiwan
This study applied intergenerational learning for the senior fitness, and to conduct the reflection on the teaching process via action research. To
inspect the effects of their physical abilities and psychological feelings and alsoenhanced the professional growth of teaching practice. By intentional sampling,8 preschool's students and 12 members of senior fitness center
have done exercise classes for an hour a week for 10 times. The qualitative data
were collected via teacher ’s diaries, students’ feedback, video observation and semi-structured interviews.The results have the advantages ofbenefiting both body and mind, creating fun and happiness, enhancing self-worth, and being economical and sustainable.It is used for the purposeof elderly sports to provide reference for designing intergenerational physical activity courses, and to discover the implementation time as areference for relevant units to establish and implement intergenerational learning to promote senior exercise policy and follow-up research, it has
become a new trend for senior exercise to broaden the curriculum of joint exercise for the elderly and promote the independent exercise mode ofthe elderly.Also as a resource for the multifarious professionals and students, practitioners, investigators and policy makers.

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Resilience

66689 | Nudging Resilience: Promoting Sleep Awareness in Ageing to Enhance Mental Well-Being among Adults Aged 60+
Serena Salvi, Northumbria University , United Kingdom
Dilek Onkal, Northumbria University, United Kingdom
Valerie Egdell, Northumbria University, United Kingdom
A renewed awareness towards self-directed age stereotyping in older adults has given rise to a line of research focused on the investigation of
the influence of attitudes towards own ageing on seniors’ health and functioning (i.e., Levy, 2009). A key factor involved on older adults’ mental
health is sleep quality (e.g., Park et al., 2014). Studies investigating self-reported sleep quality among older adults have suggested how this portionof the population would tend to accept disrupted sleep if believed to be up to standard for their age (Brouwer et al., 2005). On the other hand,dysfunctional beliefs towards sleep in ageing, might prompt older adults to report sleep disruption even in the absence of objective disrupted sleep(Macleod et al., 2018). To date, there are no empirical studies investigating a potential influence of age-based stereotypes on older adults’ attitudes
towards sleep in ageing. This study aims to assess potential effects of behavioural nudges on older adults’ perceptions of sleep in ageing. Morein detail, behavioural nudges implementing the representativeness heuristic will be used in order to assess how nudging self-stereotyping among
adults aged 60+, can influence beliefs towards sleep in ageing and perceptions of sleep disturbances as a health threat. This study implements a
randomised control trial (RCT) design. While previous research led by Levy implemented age based stereotypes presented at the implicit level ofconsciousness (e.g., Levy, 1996), this research will present age-based stereotypes at the explicit level, in compliance with nudge theory principles(Thaler & Sunstein, 2008).
68043 | Self-efficacy Highlighted Among Older Adults With Digital Competence in Times of Isolation
Cherrie Park, The Ohio State University, United States
Background and Objectives: The digital divide has long been a global phenomenon. Efforts to reduce the digital divide are considered importantsince digital competence not only brings physical resources but also brings positive impacts on psychological well-being. However, older adults
often remain digitally excluded in many societies. To further understand the impacts of digital competence on psychological well-being, the author
examined the link between older adults’ digital competence and self-efficacy. Design and Methods: Survey data were collected among individuals
ages 65 and older (N = 185) living in the United States from February to August 2022. A multiple linear regression analysis was conducted forthe survey data. The outcome variable was self-efficacy measured by the General Self-Efficacy Scale, and the explanatory variable was digitalcompetence consisted of nine items asking how good the participants would be on the internet at searching news, shopping, sending emails,
making video calls, etc. Covariates included age, gender, race, education, self-reported mobility, and perceived social isolation.
Results: Significantly lower self-efficacy among Black or African Americans (β=-.15, p<.05) and higher self-efficacy among Asians (β=.17, p<.01)
were found. Education (β=.15, p<.05), self-reported mobility (β =.18, p<.05), and digital competence (β=.16, p<.05) were positively associated with
self-efficacy whereas perceived social isolation (β=-.30, p<.001) was negatively associated with self-efficacy. Discussion: Digitally competent older
adults show significantly high self-efficacy when other covariates are considered. Although physical and social isolation might negatively impact
on older adults’ self-efficacy, digital competence can help them maintain self-efficacy even in times of isolation.

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09:30-11:10 | Room 703

Saturday Onsite Presentation Session 1
Qualitative/Quantitative International Psychology
Session Chair: Md Ashraful Kabir

09:30-09:55
68690 | Child Protection in Violent Contexts in Different Normative Systems from an Occidental Perspective
Guillermina Garcia Viazzi, Buenos Aires University, Argentina
This study aims to examine the approaches and solutions proposed by various regulatory systems about child abuse and mistreatment. The
focus is on the legal systems of the United States of America and Argentina, which have taken different stances on the Convention on therights of the child. Two legal cases, one from California State and another from La Pampa Province, are used as examples. The analysis ofthese specific cases was carried out through the comparison of the legislation applied in the matter by both countries, taking into account theconsequences suffered by the children and the legal protection that professionals or public officials have in the intervention of these cases, inorder to understand what are the legal gaps and/or adaptation of procedures necessary for effective child protection. Additionally, the paper
suggests a comprehensive therapeutic approach to trauma that considers the difficulties and complexities of these cases, including the needs ofvulnerable populations and the limitations of the healthcare system, to find a more holistic and effective solution to child abuse and mistreatment.
09:55-10:20
69218 | The Lived Experience of Post-Stroke Loss and Coping Strategies of Singaporean First-Time Stroke Survivors and Family

Caregivers

Shaik Amin, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore
Ping Ying Choo, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore
Geraldine Tan-Ho, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore
Jimmy Chee Keong Lee, Institute of Mental Health, Singapore
Andy Hau Yan Ho, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore
Background: First-time stroke Survivors (SS) and family caregivers (FC) experience multiple non-death losses. Current conceptualizations of theselosses are largely derived from Western contexts. This study is the first to examine the lived experiences of post-stroke loss and recovery in
Asian SS and FC. Methods: Interpretative phenomenological analysis was performed on qualitative dyadic interview data (N = 6) drawn from an
ongoing longitudinal study in Singapore. The study included cognitively stable participants with first-time stroke at mild to moderate severity,
discharged from in-patient care no longer than 3 months, and adequate communicative capabilities. Results: N=6 dyads were mainly spouses. SS
were predominantly male aged between 38 to 72 and FC were mostly female aged between 37 to 52. Data analyses revealed 22 descriptive themes
which were further sorted into six conceptual categories to form the Family Coping Model at Stroke Onset: (i) The Unfamiliar Body, (ii) Prioritizing
Recovery, (iii) The Unprepared Surrogate, (iv) Cultivating Resilience, and (v) Trajectory Partnership are themes that represent the experience of
post-stroke loss by survivors and family caregivers and their individual and joint coping strategies; (vi) Compassionate Healthcare encapsulates theneeds of survivors and family caregivers from the healthcare ecosystem. Conclusions: The personal motivations of both SS and FC were reflectiveof a strong sense of familial duty with interdependence being reserved for pragmatic and practical issues. An absence of emotion-based coping
and entrapment in a post-stroke liminal state call for the adaptation of dignity-focused, family-centered interventions for this unique population.
10:20-10:45
66902 | Challenges and Opportunities in Organizing Non-communicable Diseases Services in Rural Bangladesh: A Primary
Healthcare System Perspective
Md Ashraful Kabir, Monash University, Australia
Md Nazmul Karim, School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Australia
Baki Billah, School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Australia
Introduction: The rapid rise of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) such as cervical cancer, diabetes mellitus, cardiovascular diseases, chronic
respiratory illnesses, and mental illness remain a major public health challenge in Bangladesh. Older population (≥ aged 60) living in the rural
settings bear the high burden of NCDs. Effective health system is crucial to organize quality NCD services. This study examined the health systemchallenges and opportunities in organizing NCD services for major NCDs at rural settings. Methods: We conducted 15 in-depth interviews with
first-line healthcare providers, 14 key informant interviews with facility-level providers and managers, and 16 focus group discussions with
community members. Using health system dynamics framework, data were analyzed thematically. The triangulation of methods, participants,
and sites was performed to validate the information provided. Results: Organization of NCD services was influenced by a wide range of healthsystem factors, including lack of following standard treatment guidelines and protocols, under-regulated informal and profit-based private
healthcare sectors, poor health information system and record-keeping, and poor stewardship. Furthermore, the lack of functional referral
services; insufficient medicine, diagnostic facilities, logistics supply; and untrained workforces emerged as key weaknesses. The availability of
NCD-related policy documents, the vast network of healthcare infrastructure, increased demand for NCD services were identified as the major
opportunities. Conclusion: Despite the substantial potential, the health system challenge impeded the delivery of NCD services at rural settings.
This weakness needs be to addressed to organize quality NCD services to better respond to the rising burden of NCDs.
10:45-11:10
68315 | The Intersection of Social Locations in Asian American Couples: A Qualitative Inquiry
Karen Quek, California State University, United States
Christie Eppler, Seattle University, United States
Natalie Wei-Mun Hsieh, Fuller School of Psychology, United States
Individuals’ social locations including gender, socioeconomic status, ethnicity, sexual orientation, spirituality, and vocation define their social
position and status in a given society and culture. These also create social inequalities among individuals in relationships. The complexityof couple dynamic is likely to create an interpersonal hierarchy between husbands and wives. Research consistently shows that couples’
relational processes are ubiquitously intertwined, and that their social location matters. Based on subjective values associated with different
social locations, the interlink of various locations between husbands and wives in a marital relationship could construct uneven martial power
dynamics, whereby the unequal power is produced, reproduced and or transformed through day-to-day interaction. The study used theintersectionality approach to provide a theoretical frame to understand how interlocking locations of gender, socioeconomic status, ethnicity,
sexual orientation, spirituality, and vocation shape and transform relational outcomes within the cultural and dominant discourses in the context
of marital relationships. A qualitative study was conducted to investigate the lived experiences of 20 Asian American couples with young as
they negotiate identity and roles in early parenthood within the context of their social locations. The thematic analysis highlighted collectivist
cultural values and spirituality as significant in guiding how partners understand identity and negotiate relationship roles in marriage. Theintersection of various social locations challenged traditional husband and wives' roles and gender expectations for wives. Implications for
Asian American couples, and for the application of intersectionality theory to diverse populations will be discussed.
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Saturday Onsite Presentation Session 2
Qualitative/Quantitative Research in any other area of Psychology
Session Chair: Jonie Glen Pioquinto

66088 | The Development and Validation of the Philippine National Police Wellbeing Scale (PNP-WellS)
Jonie Glen Pioquinto, National Police Commission, Philippines
Lucila Bance, University of Santo Tomas, Philippines
The purpose of this study was to develop and validate a wellbeing scale for the Philippine National Police Headquarters (PNP-NHQ). This
research utilized Instrument Development Model, and the methodology followed the standard scale development procedures. During data
analysis, the researchers conducted validity and reliability checking, Exploratory Factor Analysis (EFA), and Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA)
to determine the psychometric properties of the test. Results showed a high level of Cronbach’s alpha coefficients (α = .88 to α = .96) for allof the factors. There was an observed acceptable validity coefficient between the PNP-WellS and the Scale of General Wellbeing (SGWB) (r =.524) and between PNP-Wells and the Police Stress Questionnaire (PSQ) (r = -.204), thus, establishing the convergent and discriminant validityof PNP-WellS, respectively. Moreover, the fit indices were found to be within the acceptable values (RMSEA = .074, CFI = .95, NFI = .92). This
study concluded that PNP-WellS is a sound measure of wellbeing appropriate to the culture of PNP-NHQ and it can be useful in determining theeffectiveness of mental health policies and programs for the PNP.
11:50-12:15
68836 | A Study of the Process of Resilience in the Face of Economic Crises in the Past
Kamolchanok Chumtap, Srinakarinwirot University, Thailand
A micro-enterprise entrepreneur is a career that must deal with the pressures of economic volatility that affects the business and, as a result,is vulnerable to developing mental health issues. Although resilience is an important factor in helping a person maintain good mental healthwhen faced with difficult situations, the findings of current research do not cover the knowledge needed to describe the process of resilience.
This study aims to find an explanation for the process of resilience and understand the resilience from previous economic crises of microenterprise entrepreneurs, leading to enhancing characteristics of resilience in the face of repeated economic crises through a study of quality
by case study method, data collected by in-depth interviews with 8 micro-enterprise entrepreneurs in Bangkok and its surroundings who haveexperienced repeated economic crises. The results showed that resilience is a process caused by a mechanism between personal competence,social competence, personal structure, family coherence, and external support systems. In addition, facing economic crises in the past causes
learning from mistakes and planning to prevent recurring problems, including having the ability to solve problems, which is a characteristic that
entrepreneurs use to deal with problems when having to face repeated economic crises. Findings from this research can be a guideline for microenterprise entrepreneurs and related agencies to promote resilience, including as a guideline for further research using other research methods.
12:15-12:40
69122 | Psychological Factors Facilitative to Sports Injury Rehabilitation Adherence Among Filipino Injured Athletes: A Basis forIntervention Program

Denise Ang, Philippine Sports Commission, Philippines
Clarissa Delariarte, Far Eastern University, Philippines
Injury is a detrimental event in an athlete’s life that has been happening for years now in Philippine Sports. The way an athlete copes varies from
one to another, as they are not just posed with the goal of physical recovery. They also highly face psychological consequences that affect their
behavior toward rehabilitation programs. The impact of their rehabilitation adherence determines whether they can be able to successfully
return to play or experience re-injury. The purpose of the study was to determine if the psychological factors: Motivation, Social Support,
Self-Efficacy and Mental Toughness served as predictors in aiding an athlete’s Rehabilitation Adherence. A predictive and non-experimental
quantitative research was implemented. Eighty-Seven (87) Filipino Injured Athletes participated in the conduct of study who have been
undergoing their rehabilitation programs at Philippine Sports Commission-Sports Rehabilitation Unit. Results showed that the: (1) Identified
Regulation in the Motivation Subscale (2) Intrinsic Regulation in the Motivation Subscale (3) Confidence in the Mental Toughness Subscale
were positive and significantly correlated with Rehabilitation Adherence. Consequently, the Confidence Subscale of Mental Toughness was thebest predictor of Rehabilitation Adherence. Identified Regulation and Amotivation of Motivation Subscale were also predictors. This concluded
that when athletes develop a strong sense of these psychological factors, we can ensure a better understanding of their rehabilitation goals, aswell as better adherence, would be an expected outcome. The researcher used these results and findings of the study as the basis for a wellfacilitated psychological intervention program for Filipino Injured Athletes.

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Saturday Onsite Presentation Session 3
Qualitative/Quantitative Research in any other area of Psychology
Session Chair: Zachary Beckstead
13:40-14:05
69015 | Content Analysis of Augmented Reality in Viral Video Advertising
Ching-Jung Fang, Ming Chuan University, Taiwan
In the digital era, networking hardware is mature and stable, and various new media have been derived, driving the trend of AR advertising. The
advertising industry gradually regards AR as an important communication tool for advertisers to launch marketing campaigns (Craig, 2018).
The advertising campaigns combine new AR technology that allows customers to participate in the offline experience directly. In addition, theadvertiser can upload videos of AR activities process on social media (such as YouTube). They use secondary information dissemination, andviral marketing to captivate the attention of consumers. However, there are few relevant studies on the advertising design of AR, and this issue
is worth exploring. The purpose of this study is to explore the AR video ads for brand marketing. Through content analysis, we will explore theperformance of AR video ads with a high number of views, their content information and creative strategies. To understand how the brandaffects the viewer's potential psychological cognition, and then generate positive communication, form viral spread, and gain word of mouthand free publicity for the brand. The result can be a reference for the design of AR video ads in the industry and academia.
14:05-14:30
69061 | Liability Rules and Social Efficiency of Artificial Intelligence: From a Behavioral and Empirical Simulation Perspective
Jing-Huey Shao, National Cheng Kung University, Taiwan
This study is an effort to provide a behavioral analysis and social simulations on the liability rules and their effect on behavior and social
efficiency, in the consideration of artificial intelligence (AI). AI can be categorized into weak AI and strong AI, according to the extent ofautonomy and capabilities. This study will cover their legal definitions and limitations, with the discussion of self-driving AI as an example, as
well as investigating the current autonomous and agency theories, for the purpose of coding AI-related regulations and criteria for systematic
analysis.
By utilizing Agent-Based Modeling, this study uses different rules and criteria as variables in the economic analysis and social simulation, suchas levels of liability rules, data protection, and AI controllability. Through simulating how agents (including customers and producers) act indifferent types of jurisdictions, this study is intended to explore how these variables affect the behavior of AI-related parties, and how to achieve
better fitness to a particular society or improve efficiency. In addition, this study will also provide a discussion on whether such results can beapplied to strong AI, under the consideration of threshold effect, enforcement error, joint and several actions, contract stages, and so on. We
aim to explore the aforementioned issues with behavioral and empirical perspectives, and to offer suggestions, in the hope of promoting theadvancement of AI, and at the same time, ensuring the general welfare of the public.
14:30-14:55
69265 | Analysis of Key Factors Influencing Consumers’ Choice of AI Customer Service by Using Extended Technology AcceptanceModel

Yu-Kai Huang, National Taiwan Ocean University, Taiwan
Chi-Han Huang, National Taiwan Ocean University, Taiwan
governments and businesses have started to pay attention to the application of AI technology based on service. There are also many
experimental projects for AI customer service in Japanese rail stations. Hence, it is essential to explore the factors which affect people’s
intention to take AI customer service and the view of moral decision-making. First, this study proposes an extended model of the Combined
Technology Acceptance Model with additional variables to investigate the key factors influencing people to take AI customer service. Then,structural equation modeling is used to explore the structural relationship between latent variables. The valid data were collected through aquestionnaire from 313 respondents. The results revealed that the primary path that influences behavioral intention to people taking AI service
is perceived trust, which indirectly affects behavioral intention through the attitude toward using. The most critical direct effect on behavioral
intention is perceived trust. Through the selected variables, it can assist the management in formulating the policies of an intelligent customer
service system.
14:55-15:20
69098 | Answers From the Beyond? Cultural Practices for Predicting the Future
Zachary Beckstead, Brigham Young University-Hawaii, United States
Gatlin Jordan, Brigham Young University-Hawaii, United States
Emily McFadden, Brigham Young University-Hawaii, United States
Mitzi Yanez, Brigham Young University-Hawaii, United States
Sharini Shanmuganathan, Brigham Young University-Hawaii, United States
Alex Song, Brigham Young University-Hawaii, United States
Our everyday and ordinary lives are filled with future-oriented actions where we strive to anticipate and predict the results of our actions.
Historically, different cultures have created practices and objects to discern the future. These divinatory practices and objects reveal thegoals, fears, and desires of those who use these devices and include card reading (cartomancy) and sacred texts (in Christianity known as
Bibliomancy), and recent cultural inventions include the Magic 8 ball and Ouija Board. Through these objects and activities, individuals not
only adapt to the world as-it-is, but actively attempt to align the future with their intentions. Our study investigated how we construct objects
as potentially predictive of the future and also how some objects are personally constructed as appropriate or inappropriate devices to use toanswer human concerns. Our research team had participants (n = 12) interact with three divinatory objects (e.g., the Bible, Magic 8 Ball, andOuija Board), and respond to a questionnaire assessing their levels of comfort, safety, and belief in the predictive power of the object. Eachparticipant was also asked about their experiences and beliefs about each object to determine how each object is constructed as legitimate or
not legitimate. We found that participants were generally comfortable with the Bible and Magic 8 Ball, and not with the Ouija Board. However,
we will discuss how cultural background and beliefs, especially in relation to science and meanings of sacredness, were influential variables
determining their responses to the task.

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Saturday Onsite Presentation Session 4
Psychology (Media & Design)
Session Chair: Ching Chih Liao

15:35-16:00
69062 | Research on User Experience Design of Public Warning System: A Case Study of Earthquake Alert of Mobile Device
Chia-Hua Lin, Tatung University, Taiwan
Yu-Ting Chen, Tatung University, Taiwan
Yi-Qian Lo, Tatung University, Taiwan
The earthquake alert is a warning message the public will receive when an earthquake occurs in Taiwan. Although the information distribution unit is
the central government, the core of the construction lacks a user perspective. Through affinity mapping of user experience investigation, it is foundthat most users want to receive information about "main earthquake", "warning type", "extended disaster", "refuge instruction", "post-earthquake related
information", and "status report". Next, the three designers are asked to follow the above information requirements and design earthquake alert interfaces.
Thirdly, the interface will be adjusted after expert interviews, interface evaluation feedback, and testing. Finally, the formal test passed the usability testof 35 subjects. The research concluded that the information content could be divided into three types: "disaster information", "user guidance", and "thesubsequent current situation and others” and found that the information process should be divided into (1) before and during the earthquake (2) the firsthalf of the earthquake (3) the second half of the earthquake (4) the second half of the earthquake. This study has summarized seven critical points ofthe design interface, including (1) simple and straightforward important text, (2) color discrimination of earthquake levels, (3) simple images related to
information transmission, (4) enlargement of important text and images in crises (5) page flashing display can improve the attractiveness to users (6) the
design of buttons should have guiding functions (7) complex information can be simplified through links to reduce the burden of users.
16:00-16:25
67468 | Gaming Motivation: Developing a New Tool To Measure Psychological Motivations to Play Video Games
Mustafa Can Gursesli, University of Florence, Italy
Alessia Martucci, University of Florence, Italy
Mirko Duradoni, University of Florence, Italy
Andrea Guazzini, University of Florence, Italy
Alan Mattiassi, University of Florence, Italy
Video games are rapidly becoming a part of our daily life, both for entertainment and learning purposes, and people of every age play them. The
literature about gaming motivation has exponentially increased in recent years and researchers are thriving to understand what pushes people into
playing video games by building scales that are able to do so. In this study, we have developed and validated a scale to investigate and assess thepsychological gaming motivation that leads people to use video games to satisfy their basic needs without relying on a specific type of video games
on the Italian gaming population. The proposed scale included 99 items that were administered to 543 players. Exploratory Factor Analysis partiallyconfirmed the initial theoretical framework of 18 factors and lead to a new 16 model factor: 12 were already quite established in the literature (autonomy/
creativity; boredom; competition; completionism; coping; diversion; entertainment; escapism; habit; nostalgia; self - esteem and social), 2 resulted as
the integration of two already existing motivations (immersion and fantasy; challenge and mastery), 2 were completely new (aggressivity and freedom).
Younger and less educated people have stronger motivation than adult players; gender comparisons showed that males play mainly for competition
and mental challenge reasons, while females for escapism and completionism reasons. Regarding the type of games, PvP players play mostly forcompetition, challenge, self - esteem and social reasons, while PvE players play usually for coping, immersion/fantasy, and competition reasons.
16:25-16:50
68832 | The Relationship Among Internet Celebrity Worship, Internet Celebrity Following Behavior, Live Stream Watching

Behavior, and the Problematic Live Stream Watching Behavior of Taiwanese Teenagers

Fu-Yuan Hong, Institute Graduate of Physical Education, Taiwan

This study selects 490 junior high school students, 926 senior high school students, and 1,416 junior-senior school students in Taiwan as theresearch subjects, and applies a watching live streams questionnaire for teenagers, an Internet celebrity worship scale, live stream watching
behavior scale, Internet celebrity following behavior scale, and a problematic live stream watching behavior scale for testing, and the data
are analyzed by structural equation modeling. The results show that: (1) 60% of junior-senior high school students in Taiwan like using theirmobile phones at home and watching live streams by themselves, most of them watch live streams at zero cost, and mainly watch e-sports
live streams and star live streams; (2) The hypothesis model proposed in this study assumed that there is a significant relationship between
Internet celebrity worship, the watching live streaming behavior, Internet celebrity following behavior, and the problematic live stream watching
behavior. The adaptation values are χ2 (59, n=1416) =9.596, p=0.000, GFI=0.941, CFI=0.970, and RMSEA=0.078, and the adaptation result is
ideal; (3) The indirect effects of Internet celebrity worshipping on the problematic live stream watching behavior, watching live stream behavior
on the problematic live stream watching behavior, and Internet celebrity worshipping on Internet celebrity following behavior were .44, 039, and.03, respectively. Finally, the results of this study are discussed, and suggestions for schools, adolescents, and future research are put forward.
16:50-17:15
69225 | Emotional Responses to Different Modes of Occlusion Applied to Phrases Expressing Situational/ Emotional Concepts
Ching Chih Liao, Ming Chuan University, Taiwan
In prior basic research exploring the influence of different Chinese character structures and varied positions of occlusion, the speed and accuracy ofcharacter reading recognition has been explored. Based on those cumulative research results, this study extends the investigation from occluding
single words to occluding phrases. The experimental design uses mode of occlusion (n=8) and phrases expressing emotional or situational concepts(n=5) as independent variables to measure the dependent variable of emotional response. The purposes of this research are to understand: 1.
Whether text-occluding techniques are more conducive to emotional arousal than normal text; 2. Whether different modes of occlusion can evoke
different degrees of emotion for the same phrase; and 3. Whether the mode of occlusion by visible object is more conducive to emotional arousal thanthe mode of occlusion by invisible object. The data was analyzed using repeated measures and the results showed that different occluding modes doaffect the strength of the emotional response to the same emotional phrase. It was found that the occluding mode of "fading, covering strokes with
objects" has the most significant emotional connection for each phrase. In comparison, the same phrases with no occlusion elicited the least emotional
response from participants. The most common emotional response to the five phrases with different occlusion modes was “calm” with the exceptionsof the emotional responses of “astonished” for ‘stepping on land mines’ and “calm and happy” for ‘beer festival (Oktoberfest)’.

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Saturday Onsite Workshop Presentation Session 4
Calm & Clear Workshop
Session Chair: Arthur Giacalone

17:20-18:00
69152 | Calm and Clear
Arthur Giacalone, Institute of Contemplative Studies, United States
Calm-Abiding (Quiessence) is considered foundational for the arising of mental clarity and as a step toward further training in the practice of
Insight Meditation. Through dedicated and consistent practice of cultivating single-focused and stable attention, Calm-Abiding meditation
can contribute to the purification of mental afflictions and imbalances, giving rise to a sense of well-being characterized by an open, wakefulpresence and the experience of mental and physical pliancy. Participants will be guided through simple, guided instructions for cultivating suchan open and wakeful presence by mindfully resting in silence, stillness, and non-conceptual awareness.
Calm & Clear is suitable for anyone who has had little or no experience with meditation. In addition, Calm & Clear meditation instruction can also
be appropriate and helpful to individuals with prior meditation experience but whose progress has plateaued due to inconsistent attentional
stability and mindfulness in their practice.

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Saturday Onsite Presentation Session 1
Mental Health
Session Chair: Ying Wai Bryan Ho

09:30-09:55
68101 | Who Believes in Fake News? A New and Holistic Approach to Understanding Susceptibility to (Mis)information as a

Psycho-cognitive Phenotype

Rafal Rygula, Maj Institute of Pharmacology Polish Academy of Sciences, Poland
The contemporary media landscape is saturated with ubiquitous disinformation, posing a serious threat to democracy, socio-political stability,
and mental health. The present work constitutes a review of a series of experiments conducted in our laboratory that were using a newly
developed (mis)information susceptibility scale and a battery of cognitive and psychometric tests. The studies were conducted in a nonclinical population recruited via the online recruitment panel Prolific Academic linked with Qualtrics and Millisecond Inquisit web testing
platforms. In my talk, I will focus on the mechanisms determining the dissemination of information, with a particular emphasis on cognitive
processes and personality traits that contribute to susceptibility to fake news. I will also talk about the characteristics of the informationthat make it trustworthy and disseminated and will explain why the probability of behavioral engagement with information is more related
to its congruency with the individuals’ preconceived beliefs than it is to its objective truthfulness. Furthermore, I will argue that believing in
misinformation does not imply denying the truth and will demonstrate that various phenotypes of sensitivity (mis)information are associatedwith differences in cognitive processes and personality traits. Finally, I will discuss recent research, which demonstrated that willingness tobehaviorally engage with the news can be manipulated pharmacologically. To conclude I will present a basis for a new and holistic approach tounderstanding susceptibility to (mis)information as a psycho-cognitive phenotype. --Supported by the EEA Financial Mechanism 2014-2021.
Project: 2019/35/J/HS6/03498-09:55-10:20
67539 | Understanding What People Value in Psychological Services and the Acceptability of Digital and Non-digital Treatments

From People With Depression

Larry Auyeung, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong
Ella Tsang, StoryTaler, Hong Kong
Winnie Mak, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong
This study aimed to understand users’ perspectives towards different depression treatments, especially on the novel E-services.
113 participants with depression were asked to rank the importance of 15 psychological service attributes and rate how various depression
treatment options satisfy their expectations. Survey also assessed potential predictors of adoption. Most of the participants were aware of
the existence of E-mental health services. Effectiveness was ranked as the most critical service attribute. Digital mental health services met
users’ expectations to the same extent as non-digital mental health services for most of the service attributes. Digital mental health services
outperformed face-to-face psychotherapy in fulfilling users’ expectations on waiting time, cost, timely support, anonymity, transportation cost,and flexible time in service provision. Yet, repeated measure ANOVA showed that participants considered face-to-face psychotherapy as themost effective treatment. Tele-mental health services were perceived as less effective, F (6,104) =24.78, p<.001. Nevertheless, participants
indicated a similar likelihood of using face-to-face psychotherapy and Internet-based psychotherapy in the future. Mobile app services,
bibliotherapy, and medication were the least likely to be adopted. Regression analysis showed that E-readiness predicted the likelihood of use ofInternet-based psychotherapy, and awareness did not predict its future likelihood of use. While the effectiveness of face-to-face psychotherapy
was equivalent to that of Internet-based psychotherapy, this study showed it was not the same case from consumers’ perspectives. Future
implementation work on E-service may consider de-buffing the misconception on the effectiveness of E-service, promoting its service strength,
and improving users’ E-readiness.
10:20-10:45
69151 | Psychometric Properties of IGM-ACs (IGM-Across the Continuum Scale): A Mental Health Screening Tool
Ivy Moriño, Central Bicol State University of Agriculture, Philippines
The WHO (2018) defined mental health as a state of well-being in which an individual realizes their full potential and can cope with the everyday
stresses of life, work productively and fruitfully, and contribute to society. Moreover, mentally healthy individuals are productive and successful
in their studies and careers; thus, they could give back to the community (Vardeleon & Merejilla, 2019). The present study utilized the mental
health phase in the framework of the mental health continuum. This paper aims to establish the psychometric properties of the I. Moriño Acrossthe Continuum Scale in terms of factor structures, reliability, and validity. The sample consisted of adults (N=430) in the age range of 17-60
years old. Preliminaries in the test construction were utilized to assess the factor structure of a 72-item Mental Health Phase scale. Using the
Varimax Extraction Method, the initial 72-item questionnaire was reduced to 43 with only three factors, while another factor was excluded due
to low commonalities. The factors that emerge during the extraction are (1) Flourishing, (2) Manifesting Distress, and (3) Afflicting. The result
proved high internal reliability and construct validity for the final 43-item scale. The developing components discovered represent common
elements visible in prior studies researching mental health. Findings show that the I.M-ACs is a good measure of the mental health phase.
10:45-11:10
69469 | Can Video-Based Online Mental Health Education Talk Improves the Mental Health Literacy of the General Public?
Ying Wai Bryan Ho, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hong Kong
Mei Yi Tsang, Castle Peak Hospital, Hong Kong
Kai Pan Mark, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hong Kong
Hok Hoi Pang, Hong Kong Psychological Service Center Limited, Hong Kong
Adrian Low, The Hong Kong Association of Psychology, Hong Kong
Wai Kit Wong, Tung Wah College, Hong Kong
Mental health literacy is defined as individuals’ knowledge and beliefs about mental disorders. This important attribute allows individuals to
identify, manage, and prevent from getting mental illnesses. There is evidence that a range of interventions can improve mental health literacy,
including whole-of-community campaigns, interventions in educational settings. In recent years, mental health literacy obtained considerable
attentions from practitioners and researchers. However, the interests from the above parties does not extend to rural area, which also requires
mental health education. A pilot project which involved a 2-hours long university students-led online mental health promotion talk was delivered via
video conference platform to the public in Hong Kong. 228 participants from Hong Kong joined the talk. The mental health literacy was assessed
before and after the online talk by Mental Health Knowledge Questionnaire, a validated assessment tool for mental health literacy for Chinese. 25
questionnaires were fully completed, and the data was input to SPSS for statistical analysis. One sample T-Test was used to evaluate the meandifference between the two sets of questionnaires (Pre and Post). The results were t = -.076, degree of freedom = 24, p = .940, effect size = .002. The
results of the pilot project indicated that the video conference based mental health education talk may need more serious consideration before it is
widely used to the public.

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Saturday Onsite Presentation Session 2
Psychology and Society
Session Chair: Alan Weber

11:25-11:50
67036 | Distress and Growth in the Black Community
Devin Noel-Harrison, Seattle Pacific University, United States
Experiencing racial discrimination is an unfortunate reality that many people of color must regularly undergo. With the increased use ofsocial media, videos depicting violence against black bodies (e.g., the murder of George Floyd) are widely circulated and garner millions ofviews. The consequences of being exposed to these race-related traumatic events online (TEO) can be damaging to the mental health of
the Black community, maybe even more so if one’s black identity is important and salient to their overall well-being. This study uses theMultidimensional Model of Racial Identity (MMRI) to separate Black identity into three dimensions: centrality, public regard, and private regard.
Though witnessing these race-related TEO often leads to posttraumatic stress (PTS), meaningful growth may also be possible. This concept isknown as posttraumatic growth (PTG) where traumatic events lead to a positive change and improvements in overall functioning. The sample
consisted of 116 participants (N=116) aged 18–66. Meditation analyses were conducted to see if the dimensions of centrality, public regard,
and private regard mediated the relationship between witnessing race-related TEO and PTS/PTG. The analysis indicated that public regard
influenced the relationship between witnessing race-related TEO and PTS. Additional analysis showed a positive correlation between PTS and
PTG. This indicates that there may be a link between the process of experiencing PTS and PTG. Further research is needed to understand thepsychological effects, both positive and negative, of witnessing racial discrimination against one’s own racial/ethnic group.
11:50-12:15
67503 | Take Pride: Religiosity and Life Satisfaction of Selected Non-heterosexual Orientations in the Philippines–Homosexuals

and Bisexuals

Rita Aringo, National University, Philippines
Life satisfaction emphasizes the interaction between the individual and the society, and it encompasses how they integrate with groups such as
religions. However, despite its apparent favorable impact of religiosity on a person's life, the idea of how it extends to the life of sexual minorities
was not yet fully investigated. This idea prompted the analysis of whether life satisfaction among selected non-heterosexual orientations wascorrelated with religiosity. It was conducted through an online questionnaire form, which was responded to by 120 participants in their early
adulthood who identified as homosexuals and bisexuals. The study's findings demonstrated that life satisfaction positively correlates withreligiosity among the selected non-heterosexual samples. On the other hand, the analysis showed that the variables have an insignificant
relationship among homosexual participants while posing a relationship among bisexual participants. As a result of evaluating the variables
within the context of non-heterosexual orientations, this study adds to previous research. It acts as a means of raising awareness about thismatter. Moreover, the results of the conducted study may have been affected by several constraints that the study faced during the pandemic.
Religiosity is a factor that influences a person’s life satisfaction.
12:15-12:40
69240 | Towards an Islamic Psychology: Philosophical and Theological Perspectives
Alan Weber, Weill Cornell Medicine, Qatar
As in the early Christian and Judaic traditions, Islamic scholars speculated extensively on the nature of the soul (psyche) and such concepts
as self (Arabic: nafs), identity, being, and mental aberrations. Medieval Islamic thinkers drew frequently on Neoplatonic concepts as well as
commentaries on Aristotle’s De anima to create frameworks for psychological inquiry, and they adopted the Galenic-Hippocratic humoral
model which proposed physiological origins of mental illness. Thus western and Islamic psychological theories possess some common roots.
However, modern Islamic mental health professionals have argued that Islam provides a unique mode of being necessitating the integrationof shariah law and Muslim perspectives on the nature of reality and creation, including the human mind, into psychological and psychiatrictheory and praxis. This contribution provides an overview of the historical development of psychology in Muslim-majority societies from theperspectives of medicine, natural philosophy and theology spanning the early Islamic period to recent attempts to develop a modern Islamic
psychology suitable for allopathic evidence-based clinical counselling and diagnosis. A critique is provided of some of the current theoreticalframeworks of Utz (2011), Haque (2009), Rasool (2015) and Traditional Islamically Integrated Psychotherapy (TIIP).

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Saturday Onsite Presentation Session 3
Mental Health (COVID-19)
Session Chair: Naim Fanaj

13:40-14:05
69118 | Pahimakas: Unspoken Goodbyes and Interventions of COVID-19 Bereaved Individuals, the Continuation
Jacqueline Lising, Mondriaan Aura College, Philippines
Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) became the deadliest pandemic of the 20th century. (World Health Organization, 2020). In the Philippines
alone, the death toll reached 65, 476 (JHU CSSE COVID-19 Data, 2023). "Pahimakas" is a deep Filipino word meaning, last farewell. Unlike having
a "pahimakas", many people were not able to say their goodbyes to their lost loved ones. In the initial study, the author utilized the indigenous
process of "pakikipagkwentuhan" to know the stories of those who lost someone to COVID-19 and identify the clinical interventions they
underwent to make sense of their situation. Ultimately, the author sought to find local initiatives in making psychological interventions available
with the goal of alleviating their suffering. The follow-up study took place a year after the initial study. It was focused on the continuation of theparticipants’ "kwento" (life stories), with the goal of finding out the participants’ take on the effectiveness of the psychological interventions andlocal initiatives in helping the bereaved families. Using McAdams semi-structured interview protocol, the author was able to find out that: (1)65% of the participants were diagnosed with Persistent Complex Bereavement Disorder; (2) participants were looking at the world from a distantview, describing a self that is unmoved and (3) most participants gave up hope on local initiatives that did not happen. Recommendations fromthe participants and different government units were acquired to enforce the materialization of local interventions.
14:05-14:30
67403 | Mental Health in the Workplace During the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Multinational Stakeholder Survey
Arlinda Cerga Pashoja, St Marys University, United Kingdom
Asmae Doukani, London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, United Kingdom
Evelien Coppens, KU Lueven, Belgium
Benedikt Amman, Consorci Mar Parc de Salut de Barcelona, Spain
Ella Arensman, University College Cork, Ireland
Ulrich Hegerl, European Alliance Against Depression, Germany
Gentiana Qirjako, Centre for Health and Wellbeing, Albania
Naim Fanaj, Mental Health Center, Kosovo
The COVID-19 pandemic has been widely reported to negatively impact mental health. This study aimed to determine the extent to which
experts from nine countries agree on the impact of COVID-19 on the mental health of employees. An online stakeholder survey including fiveclosed-questions, and one open-text question on the impact of COVID-19 on mental health and the capacity to promote mental wellbeing in theworkplace was completed by 65 experts with minimum 5 years of expertise across a range of sectors, and from nine countries across Europe
and Australia, between September and October 2020. The majority of experts agreed that job stress and burden (n=50, 77.4%), depression,anxiety and/or suicidal behaviour had increased (n=45, 69.4%), while the capacity of the workplace to; promote wellbeing (n=34, 52.3%), support
employees with mental health conditions (n=33, 50.8%), and for managers to look after their own mental health needs (n=29, 44.6%), haddecreased. No between-group differences were found for survey items, with the exception of ‘the capacity of the workplace to promote mental
wellbeing’ between country groups, which decreased in western countries (χ ²(1. 31)=11,36; p=.001), and remained the same in Eastern Europe
countries (χ ²(1, N=34)= 9.24; p=,002). Open-text-responses suggested that mental health during COVID-19 was more negative in the healthcare
sector compared to the ICT sector in which mixed views were expressed. The expert survey provides a consensus that mental health was
negatively impacted by COVID-19, as were efforts to promote mental health in the workplace.
14:30-14:55
68024 | Online Survey About Depression and e-Psychotherapy in Kosovo During the COVID-19 Outbreak
Naim Fanaj, Alma Mater Europaea Campus Rezonanca, Kosovo
Arlinda Cerga Pashoja, London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, United Kingdom
Sevim Mustafa, College AAB, Albania
Gentiana Qirjako, Albanian Institute of Public Health, Albania
The COVID-19 outbreak hit also Kosovo. Experts around the globe called for research and action in mental health field. Kosovo as one Low Middle
Income country in Europe adapted its responses to those recommended in other countries affected by pandemics. Some of the resources thatwere being implemented (e-psychotherapy) were provided and expanded for use by people in need. The aim of this study was to understand thelevel of depression as a result of the COVID-19 situation, possible associations with sociodemographic variables and expectations regarding
the e-psychotherapy. It’s a cross-sectional study. The participants were 198 respondents recruited online in the period 20.03.20 until 23.04.20,
who completed the Albanian version of PHQ-9. Mean score of depression resulted 9.46 (DS = 7.51). 65.2% of participants agreed that thesituation has worsened their psychological state; 42.4% had a mild to severe form of depression and 25.3% had minimal symptoms. 18.7% ofparticipants saw iCBT as helpful, 19.7% a little while 58.1% wanted to try it. Significantly higher depression resulted for females and participants
diagnosed with depression before. The higher levels of depression correlated significantly with higher expectations of iCBT. Gender, age,education, marital status, previously diagnosed with depression, previously treated for depression and perception of worsened psychologicalstate showed predictive abilities for depression presence. We may conclude that Covid-19 situation has increased depression levels and thus
expectations for e-psychotherapy. There is a need to give more space to online treatments. Further studies are needed to better scientificallyelaborate these findings.
14:55-15:20
68724 | Emerging Adulthood in the Midst of the COVID-19 Pandemic: Perpetuating and Protective Factors Affecting University

Students’ Mental HealthAndy Hau Yan Ho, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore
Ping Ying Choo, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore
Geraldine Tan-Ho, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore
Young adulthood is a crucial period for identity development, relationship formation, and preparation for workforce entry. Undergraduate
university students in particular face elevated risks for mental health problems such as loneliness, depression, and suicidal ideation.
With unprecedented disruptions brought on by COVID-19, this vulnerable population had to shoulder an additional layer of developmental
difficulties. This cross-sectional, retrospective study critically investigated the perpetuating and protective psychosocial factors that affectedundergraduate students’ mental health (as measured by Depression, Anxiety and Stress Scale 21-Item and ULCA Loneliness Scale). A totalof 324 Singaporean undergraduate students (Mage= 21.93 years; SD=1.707), with 75.4% females and 24.6% males, were recruited and hadcompleted online survey. Independent t-test was conducted and found significant gender differences on all mental health outcomes (-4.26≤
t ≤-2.26, p≤.025). Pearson correlational analysis was used to identify significant psychosocial variables (i.e., family relationships, coping
styles) with r≥.30; these variables were then added to hierarchical multiple regression models to identify predictors of depressive symptoms,
anxiety, stress, and loneliness. Findings revealed that: (a) loneliness and unhealthy coping styles accounted for 53.9% of variance in depressive
symptoms, (b) gender and unhealthy coping styles accounted for 35.4% of variance in anxiety, (c) gender, family conflicts, unhealthy coping
styles, and loneliness accounted for 51.9% of variance in perceived stress, as well as (d) family cohesion, depressive symptoms, and unhealthy
coping styles accounted for 44.9% of variance in loneliness among undergraduates. Findings and implications will be discussed.

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Saturday Onsite Presentation Session 4
Mental Health
Session Chair: Andy Hau Yan Ho

15:35-16:00
68927 | A Five Arm Randomized Control Trial for an Intergenerational Arts and Heritage-Based Intervention: ARTISAN 2.0
Stephanie Hilary Xinyi Ma, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore
Andy Hau Yan Ho, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore
Background: ARTISAN 2.0 builds on the empirical foundation of Project ARTISAN (Aspiration and Resilience Through Intergenerational Storytellingand Art-based Narratives), a 5-week multi-modal art-based intergenerational intervention developed in 2018, to investigate the intervention
components contribution in promoting wellbeing among the young and old. Methods: A parallel group, multicenter, randomized controlled trial (RCT)with four treatment groups and one control group was conducted. 233 youth and older adults were recruited and randomized into five conditions:
ARTISAN, participatory arts, art space, storytelling, and physical activity (control). Participants were assessed at baseline, post-intervention,and 10-week follow-up with multiple psychometric measures. Focus group discussions were audio-recorded and transcribed. Results: One-way
repeated measures ANOVA were conducted for each condition, and post-hoc independent t-tests were conducted for scales with significant
findings. The quantitative findings revealed that engagement in the conditions yielded varying benefits for participants. Engagement in ARTISAN
resulted in enhanced civic participation, participatory arts engagement strengthened multiple aspects of psychological wellbeing, attending tours
at an art space encouraged appreciation for Singapore’s heritage, sharing life stories enhanced one’s purpose in life, and participation in physicalactivity improved quality of life. A framework analysis was adopted for the qualitative data, resulting in the identification of 12 themes nested into
five interrelated theme categories. This provided deeper insight to the underlying health-promoting contributions of the ARTISAN intervention
components and revealed that the multi-modal ARTISAN intervention outperformed singular-modality interventions and could promote selfactualization. Conclusion: This study adds to the limited literature on how integrative modalities can support community wellbeing.
16:00-16:25
69088 | An Online Contextual Schema Therapy Workshop for Social Anxiety Symptoms – A Randomized Control Trial
Simona Stefan, Babes-Bolyai University, Romania
Paula Stroian, Babes-Bolyai University, Romania
Liviu Fodor, Babes-Bolyai University, Romania
Silviu Matu, Babes-Bolyai University, Romania
Diana Nechita, Babes-Bolyai University, Romania
Given the high prevalence of social anxiety, developing accessible psychological interventions for this condition becomes a priority. Self-criticism andexperiential avoidance have been established as two transdiagnostic mechanisms involved in social anxiety. Contextual Schema Therapy (CST; Roediger,
Stevens, & Brockman, 2018) is a novel psychological treatment addressing these two mechanisms by conceptualizing them as two distinct patterns ofschema activation (modes). We therefore aimed to test the efficacy of a brief (single session) CST intervention, delivered in an online group format, forindividuals with social anxiety symptoms. We also examined experiential avoidance as a potential mechanism of change. 112 participants with social anxiety
symptoms above cut-off were randomized to either the CST group intervention or a waitlist control group. The Brief Fear of Negative Evaluation Scale –Second Version (BFNE-II) and the Acceptance and Action Questionnaire – Second Version (AAQ-2) were filled in by participants at baseline, immediately
after the intervention and at a two-week follow-up. The CST intervention comprised psychoeducation, a conceptualization of social anxiety in schema andmode terms, reflection exercises, chairwork and imagery techniques. At follow-up, significant reductions in fear of negative evaluation and experiential
avoidance were found in the CST group. Experiential avoidance was a marginally significant mediator of the changes in fear of negative evaluation from pretest to follow-up. The results support the potential large-scale usefulness of brief online CST interventions with socially anxious individuals.
16:25-16:50
69009 | Outpatient Utilization in Patients With First Diagnosis of Dementia Co-Morbid With Depression: A Population-Based

Cohort Study in Taiwan

Chih-Ching Liu, Asia University, Taiwan
Chien-Hui Liu, National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University, Taiwan
Backgrounds: The association of dementia co-morbid with depression with the patterns of outpatient utilization is still lacking. This study was conductedto compare the number of outpatient visits between dementia patients with and without depression. Methods: In this nationwide cohort study, outpatientutilizations of dementia patients with and without depression were tracked for a 1-year period after first diagnosed dementia. The information was acquired
from the Taiwan National Health Insurance Research Database entries between 2005 and 2016. The number outpatient visits were analyzed by logtransformed because their distribution of outpatient visits was skewed to right. The association of dementia comorbid with depression with log-transformed
outpatient visits were accessed by multivariable linear regression models. Results: The mean (standard deviation) numbers of psychiatric outpatient visit per
patient year of dementia with and without depression were 7.30 (8.54) and 3.15 (8.76), respectively, with a difference in log average numbers of psychiatricoutpatient visit of 0.74 (95%CI 0.68 ~ 0.80). However, the mean (standard deviation) numbers of psychiatric outpatient visit per patient year of dementia
with depression (51.69 [36.21]) were significantly lower than that in dementia patients without depression (57.12 [60.99]), with a difference in log average
outpatient visit of -0.11 (95%CI -0.16 ~ -0.07). Conclusion: Dementia with depression had more psychiatric outpatient care but less outpatient care, which
may imply that the abnormal non-psychiatric symptoms or signs in dementia patients with depression may delay seeking for an outpatient care and theirhealth-care service or design may be needed to improvement.
16:50-17:15
69079 | Mindful Compassion Art-Based Therapy for Dementia Care (MCAT-DC): Findings from a Waitlist Randomized Control Trial
Andy Hau Yan Ho, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore
Geraldine Tan-Ho, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore
Ping Ying Choo, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore
Building on the empirical foundation of Mindful-Compassion Art Therapy for healthcare workers, Mindful-Compassion Art-based Therapy for Dementia
Care (MCAT-DC) is developed to foster self-compassion and resilience among dementia family caregivers. Specifically, MCAT-DC is a multicomponent,group-based psycho-socio-spiritual intervention that integrates mindfulness meditation, creative expression, and reflective awareness in four weekly
2.5-hour standardized sessions. This study adopted a waitlist randomized controlled trial design to test the effectiveness of MCAT-DC, involving 89
dementia caregivers who completed baseline and follow-up assessments. Between-group analysis using Mann-Whitney U test revealed significant
reduction in perceived stress, assessed using Perceived Stress Scale, among caregivers in the immediate treatment group (mean rank=38.87) ascompared to those in the waitlist control group (mean rank=51.72) after completing MCAT-DC (U=714.0, z=-2.29, p=.022). Friedman test with follow-up
Wilcoxon Signed Rank test was conducted to examine the efficacy of MCAT-DC across time (i.e., baseline [T1], post-intervention [T2], three-month [T3],and six-month follow-up [T4]). Statistical findings showed significant decrease in caregiving burden at T2 (z=-2.24, p=.025, r=.168) with maintenanceeffect at T3 (z=-3.32, p<.001, r=.248) and T4 (z=1.97, p=.049, r=.147), as assessed using Zarit Burden Interview. Significant reduction in depressive
symptoms, assessed using Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale, was observed among caregivers at T2 (z=-2.64, p=.008, r=.198). Caregivers also
experienced significant increase in sense of peace, assessed using Functional Assessment of Chronic Illness Therapy – Spiritual Wellbeing, at T2 (z=2.43, p=.015, r=.182). These findings reflect MCAT-DC’s efficacy in safeguarding dementia caregivers’ wellbeing and promoting healthy, sustainablecaregiving. Experiential narratives of caregivers will be discussed.

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Saturday Onsite Presentation Session 1
Psychology and Education
Session Chair: Lord Joseas Conwi

09:30-09:55
67488 | Student Violence in Schools – An Emerging Challenge for Educators
Binoy Joseph, Charles Darwin University, Australia
Teacher well-being continues to gather increased attention in the neoliberal education era. School-based violence is a significant contributor to
the detrimental experiences for educators, that includes various forms of violence perpetrated by students. Even though research in this area
has received global attention over the past decade, the paucity of ample evidence base to reinforce the well-being of teachers vindicates more
research in this area. The current research evidence suggests that student violence adversely affects a wide range of areas, including mental
and physical health, classroom management, job retention, self-efficacy, and overall personal and professional life. This research focuseson how student behaviours and school violence impact the well-being of teachers. Embracing a qualitative approach, the research aims todraw upon the lived experiences of educators in the schools of the Northern Territory (NT) of Australia. This paper reviews data from a shortonline survey that includes the foundational demography of educators in the NT and some of the key emergent themes that inform a larger
study. Statistics from the online survey indicate a considerable degree of victimisation experienced by educators in the NT. The significanceof the study is further highlighted as it covers a geographical location where there is a predominance of Australian First Nations people. This
population still suffers from the distress and trauma of colonisation. Here we gain an initial snapshot of the prolific distress from student
violence suffered by many teachers in the NT, alongside a backdrop of trauma experienced by children of colonised peoples.
09:55-10:20
69217 | An Exploration of Psychological First Aid in Climatic Disaster Contexts of the Pacific Islands
Malini Nair, Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University, Japan
Psychological first aid (PFA) is one of the activities of psychosocial support (PSS) under the mental health and psychosocial support (MHPSS)
intervention pyramid. PFA activities are being implemented as part of the response to climate disasters and health emergencies. This paper
attempts to review the MHPSS intervention pyramid to examine what should be considered for localization. The study also conducts a gap
analysis of PFA interventions in the context of climate disasters in Pacific Island countries (PICs). A scoping review of sources and keywords
was used to identify research articles on the effectiveness of PFA in climate disasters. Online survey questions were sent to ten PICs red crossoffices. Three PICs participated in survey interviews to gauge current status, issues, and challenges. The literature review demonstrates theeffectiveness of PFA program intervention in a different context. However, there is a lack of such evidence from PICs and a lack of scientificevidence. A preliminary online survey found 50% of PFA is part of the disaster response and rehabilitation program. The gap analysis reveals
that the current PFA has no tangible outcomes, negligible stakeholder consultation, lacks strategic planning, and lacks cultural context andlocalization. However, the PFA program is widely used and is generally accepted as a valuable tool during climate disaster response andrecovery. Many recommendations are being made to fill these gaps as areas of improvement for PICs, to ensure that PFA intervention isrecognized locally and scientifically proven effective in the context of climate disasters.
10:20-10:45
67511 | Exploring Protective Factors of Resilience Among Philippine College Students
Kevin Yau, De La Salle University, Philippines
Lord Joseas Conwi, De La Salle University, Philippines
During the pandemic, college students experienced drastic disruptions in life and learning. While many reported mental health issues, somewere able to cope quite well. This study investigates possible protective factors that contribute to different mental health outcomes. Using an
explanatory sequential mixed methods design, the study first explores whether assets and resources would contribute to distinctive mental
health outcomes typologies by the measure of subjective well-being and symptomology in the dual-factor model. A multivariate model ofanalysis was employed to examine whether the level of those protective factors (i.e. assets and resources) were specifically related to eachmental healthgroup. Subsequent qualitative interviews were conducted to understand how representatives from the symptomatic but content
group maintained high level of subjective well-being despite high level of clinical symptoms.
Among the 317 college students who participated in the research, the symptomatic but content group accounted for the highest proportion(49%), followed by the troubled group (37%), the positive mental health group (11%) and the vulnerable group (3%). The quantitative result showsthat the level of social support, regulatory strength, meaning making strength and interpersonal strength significantly differed across outcome
groups, revealing that these protective factors matter to determine one’s mental health outcome. The qualitative result found that various
coping skills grouped under appraisal and problem solving were used by students to keep them “well” despite persistent symptoms. It also
highlighted the importance of self-efficacy and directedness as overarching factors for the symptomatic but content.

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Saturday Onsite Presentation Session 2
Psychology and Education
Session Chair: Yousef Abu Shindi

11:25-11:50
67501 | Investigating the Impact of Interdisciplinary Experience on the Learning Performance of Industrial Design Students
Wen-Chi Chen, Tatung University, Taiwan
Chih-Fu Wu, Tatung University, Taiwan
Dan-Dan Xu, Tatung University, Taiwan
Meng-Chieh Liu, Tatung University, Taiwan
This study explores the impact of three different cross-disciplinary experience student groups on the learning outcomes of industrial
design students (without interdisciplinary learning process, participating in interdisciplinary activity courses, and participating in complete
interdisciplinary courses). To understand what kind of learning experience can effectively improve students' cross-disciplinary teamwork ability
and the differences in the complete product development process. In the research, semi-structured interview questionnaires were used tocollect, analyze and summarize the interviewees' learning process, practical operation and other issues. Quantitative evaluation is carriedout through cross-disciplinary basic ability analysis (communication, reflection, practice) and product development learning effectiveness(Rubric scale) formulated by professional teachers. It also conducts qualitative interviews with students with different interdisciplinary learning
experiences , participates in recording the students' special presentations and digs into the situation of team interaction. The analysis was carriedout with single factor variance, descriptive statistics and interview coding. The results show that the teams of "participating in cross-domain
activity courses" and "participating in complete cross-domain courses" are better than the teams with "no cross-domain learning process" interms of cross-domain basic core competencies and product development and there was no significant difference between "participating in aninterdisciplinary activity course" and "participating in a complete interdisciplinary course". Therefore, students of the Department of Industrial
Design can cooperate with different faculties and schools by participating in active cross-disciplinary courses and improve their participationin cross-disciplinary teamwork through learning experiences.
11:50-12:15
67384 | Encouraging Students to Become Social Entrepreneurs: Testing the Moderation of Entrepreneurial Creativity
Ching Yin Ip, Fu Jen Catholic University, Taiwan
This research investigates the effects of outcome expectations of social entrepreneurship, social responsibility, perceived peers’ social
awareness, digital literacy, and perceived social support on social entrepreneurial intentions, as well as the moderation effects of entrepreneurial
creativity on these relationships. After gathering 303 valid responses of Taiwanese students by adopting the quantitative survey method,an exploratory factor analysis and a multiple regression model were conducted to evaluate the factor structure and the direct effects onsocial entrepreneurial intentions respectively. Results of multiple regression displayed that perceived peers’ social awareness, digital literacy,
and perceived social support positively affected social entrepreneurial intentions. Moreover, through utilising the PROCESS macro for SPSS,
results indicated that entrepreneurial creativity positively moderates the effects of outcome expectations of social entrepreneurship, social
responsibility, digital literacy, and perceived social support on social entrepreneurial intentions. This research offers practical insights to
educators and governments for encouraging students to engage in social entrepreneurship.
12:15-12:40
67351 | The Scale of Causal Attribution for Success and Failure Among University Students: Factorial Structure and Differential

Items Functioning

Yousef Abu Shindi, Sultan Qaboos University, Oman
Hussain Ali Alkharusi, Sultan Qaboos University, OmanAli Mahdi Kazem, Sultan Qaboos University, Oman
Muna Abdullah AlBahrani, Sultan Qaboos University, Oman
Rashid Sulaiman Al-Fahdi, Sultan Qaboos University, Oman
Aieman Ahmad Al-Omari, Sultan Qaboos University, Oman
Khamis Sulaiman Al-Abri, Sultan Qaboos University, Oman
The causal attribution for success and failure affects the future behavior of students. Success increase student motivation. Failure leads toa decrease in self-esteem. Each of the types of causal attribution for success (internal and external) has a different effect on the student’s
behavior, as well as the types of causal attribution to failure (stable, unstable). Providing a reliable and appropriate causal attribution scale for
the Omani environment may encourage researchers to conduct further studies and research to measure this characteristic, predict its behavior,and thus control it. Therefore, this study came to examine the structure of the Lefcort causal attribution scale in the Omani environment, as
well as to examine the differential performance of its items for two variables: gender of the student, and academic level. The adapted version
for university students in Jordan (Ghobari et al., 2012), which consists of 24 items, was applied to a sample of 246 male and female students
from Sultan Qaboos University (Sultanate of Oman), and then confirmatory factor analysis was used to check the suitability of the data to thefactorial scale structure, and Mantel-Hanzel method was used to detect differential performance of items. The results found, through the CFA
indicators, that the data fit the scale version after deleting two items due to the low standard regression. The results also showed a differentialfunctioning for item 24 for the gender variable, and items: 13, 21, 23 for the academic level variable. The study concluded a version of the scale
suitable for the Omani environment consisting of 22 items.

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Saturday Onsite Presentation Session 3
Psychology and Education
Session Chair: Mei-Shiu Chiu

13:40-14:05
68981 | The Implementation of International Education in Elementary Schools in Taiwan
Shao-Ying Tseng, National Chiayi University, Taiwan
Hsuan-Fu Ho, National Chiayi University, Taiwan
As the trend of globalization has endowed inevitable influences among countries economically, politically, and culturally, the importance of implementing
international education has been stressed by many countries worldwide. Taiwan is no exception. The Taiwanese Government has published the “White
Paper for International Education for Primary and Secondary Schools” in 2011, but the results are far from its expectations. This research thus aimed toevaluate the achievement of the international education in Taiwan, as well as to explore the major reasons for the meager school achievement. A selfdeveloped Likert’s five point questionnaire was adopted as the major instrument for this research, and the questionnaire was delivered to 70 elementary
school teachers in Taiwan. The results indicated that teachers have a strong and positive attitude toward the international education, and schools haveworked very hard to promote the international education. However, the insufficient funding and inadequate teacher self-efficacy have contributed agreat deal to the lower achievement. Finally, the author recommended that the government should allocate more resources for international education
development, as well as provide more opportunities for teachers to lift their international education competency.
14:05-14:30
67436 | The Higher Education Expectation Scale: Development and Implications
Izzat Morshidi, James Cook University Singapore, Singapore
Peter Chew, James Cook University Singapore, Singapore
Lidia Suarez, James Cook University Singapore, Singapore
Excessive educational expectations are a known risk factor for anxiety, depression, and even suicidal ideation among students. However, current
instruments measuring educational expectations have largely been for primary and secondary students with a focus on parental expectations.
To examine the degree of educational expectations perceived by college and university students, the study describes the development andtesting of the Higher Education Expectation Scale (HEES). The scale measures the perceived educational expectations from multiple sourcesamong students in higher education. The first study detailed the design, content validity, and initial exploratory factor analysis of the scale
among 302 Malaysian tertiary students. Results from the factor analysis show that students perceived expectations from four distinct sources:
parents, self, educators/institutions, and culture. The initial scale had adequate to good reliability but had poor convergent and concurrent
validity. The second study addressed the limitations identified in the first study with a new sample of 302 Malaysian tertiary students. A similar
four-factor structure was tested and showed good to excellent reliability and moderate convergent and concurrent validity. Overall, the results
produced a final 28-item HEES multidimensional scale that will allow empirical investigations into the impact of excessive expectations on
tertiary students' psychological and physical well-being.
14:30-14:55
68480 | Teachers’ Opinions Toward the Use of an Affective Teaching Model in Real and Virtual Mathematics and Transdisciplinary

Classrooms

Mei-Shiu Chiu, National Chengchi University, Taiwan
The aim of this study is to understand teachers’ opinions toward an affect-focused teaching model and its use in real and virtual classrooms.
The model (“The Four-Seasons Framework for Affective Teaching”) was initially developed on the basis of affect-focused mathematics
teaching in Taiwan. The model has a later development to incorporate learning theories (e.g., situational interest, gamification, scaffolding, andconstructivism) and is transdisciplinary in nature. The participants were class (also mathematics) primary school teachers. Before the interview,the teachers viewed an introduction to the model, examples of PPTs for real classrooms, and examples of game-based teaching and assessment(developed by Unity) for virtual classrooms. In the interview, the teachers provided their opinions about implementing the framework in real andvirtual mathematics and transdisciplinary classrooms. With qualitative methodologies, the theoretical basis to analyze the teacher interview
data includes pedagogical knowledge (PK), pedagogical content knowledge (PCK), technological pedagogical content knowledge (TPACK),and the learning theories constructing the model. The analysis results reveal that the teachers perceive the model as being a well-structured,
flexible, and transdisciplinary approach, inviting deep learning, thinking, and understanding. The game-based design is potentially motivating
students. The model might be difficult to implement due to teachers' existing teaching patterns, textbooks, and abundant teaching content in
the curriculum. Integrating real and virtual classrooms is a practical design with the potential for benefiting students, especially low achievers.
The teachers’ in-depth thinking patterns form a new structure of teaching, integrating PK, PCK, TPACK, and the learning theories for the model.
14:55-15:20
68850 | The Effects of Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) Group Counseling Program To Enhance Flow in Playing

Music of Music Students

Chonthicha Hanaree, Srinakharinwirot University, Thailand
Amaraporn Surakarn, Srinakharinwirot University, Thailand
Supat Sanjamsai, National Institute for Child and Family Development, Mahidol University, Thailand
This study is the quasi-experimental research. Its purposes were to 1) comparing the flow in playing music of students majoring in music
between before and after attending mindfulness based cognitive therapy group counseling program; and 2) comparing the flow in playing
music of students majoring in music between the experiment group, who attended a group counseling program using mindfulness based
cognitive therapy and the control group, who did not participate in the program. The sample consisted of 24 undergraduate students majoringin music, who met the inclusion criteria. The sample was divided into 12 students in the experiment group and other 12 in the control group.
The research used a pretest-posttest quasi experimental design. The research instruments were the flow in playing music measurement andthe mindfulness based cognitive therapy group counseling program. The program was administered into 8 sessions with approximately 120
minutes each time. The data were analyzed using mean, standard deviation, and t-test. The findings of this research were as followings: 1)
the flow score of students majoring in music after attending the mindfulness based cognitive therapy group counseling program was higher
than attendance before at .05 level of significant; and 2) the flow score of students majoring in music after attending the mindfulness based
cognitive therapy group counseling program was higher than the control group’s scores at .05 level of significant.

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Saturday Onsite Presentation Session 4
Psychology and Education
Session Chair: Sai Sun

15:35-16:00
68135 | School’s Policy of Community and Support With Parent Protect Students From Pandemic – Evidence Form RED
Lienchun Lin, National Chen Chi University, Taiwan
COVID-19 shuttered schools around the world, upending traditional approaches to educational attainment. Emergency remote teaching
became a challenge for school managers. How to successfully get students back to school without falling behind and feeling anxious. This
study focuses on school policy and intervention that will protect and help students from the pandemic's effects. This research analyzes datafrom the IEA survey REDS (Responses to Educational Disruption Survey), including 10,349 junior high school teachers who teach G8 students.
Based on the REDS user manuscript and the R software used to run regression. Focusing on what kind of community and parent support ismost likely to predict lower learning disruption. The result shows that the school’s information system, social media sites, postal service,
Video calls predict lower learning postpone. School’s email system, social media sites, Video calls predict lower learning withdraw. Meanwhile,
Nutrition, learning materials, Organization of school days, financial support predict lower learning postpone. Health, earning materials, Studyskills predict lower learning withdraw. Based on the results: It is important for principles to use different channels to communicate with parents.
Otherwise, schools can educate not only students but also parents’ knowledge about parenting during the pandemic.
16:00-16:25
69059 | A Bibliometric Review of Students’ Stress and Social Emotional Learning During the Pandemic
Tsan-Tong Yu, National Chengchi University, Taiwan
To systematically review the research of student stress during the covid-19 learning with technology and explore the knowledge base of
student’s social emotional learning, the study conducted a bibliometric review analyzing 635 journal papers in the Scopus database. The
analysis strategies of descriptive statistics, citation analysis, co-citation analysis, and co-occurrence analysis were used to understand
students’ emotion, stress, research topics, and the intellectual structure of social emotional learning during the covid-19 pandemic, andprovide suggestions for future research in social emotional learning. Three important findings were concluded as follows. 1. Based on thequantity and developmental time of publication, students’ stress and social emotional learning research could be categorized into four phases,
which included internet addition, academic performance, social media and interpersonal communication. The top three influential countries
concerning publication quantity and citation rates were China, the UK, and United Stated. 2. The top three influential journals of student stresswere Frontiers in Psychology, Sustainability Switzerland journal and Frontiers in Education, according to the order. 3. The topics of students’stress and social emotional learning studies could be grouped into four clusters. The emerging themes were academic performance, anxiety,communicable disease control, and mental health. Based on the findings: In the post-pandemic era, it is increasingly important to cultivate
students' social emotional intelligence through the exploration of curriculum, reading, reflection and experimentation.
16:25-16:50
67695 | Rewards System in Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Narrative Review
Maryfe Roxas, Philippine Normal University, Philippines
Marilou Francisco, Polytechnic University of the Philippines, Philippines
Angelbert Hernandez, Trinity University of Asia, Philippines
Laarni Buenaventura, Philippine Normal University, Philippines
Melchor Siena, Potrero National Highschool, Philippines
Red Honeylee Valencia, Philippine Normal University, Philippines
This paper examined the existing literature on rewards systems in children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Review of studies were
derived from the period of 2010 to 2022 through the electronic databases such as ProQuest, EBSCO, and ScienceDirect. Search terms include
children with ASD, autism, typically developing children, and social rewards. Data were thoroughly analyzed by means of a semi-systematic
approach. The researches were clustered through methods, and findings. Based on the consolidated data, it revealed that ASD children respondless to social rewards as compared to typically developing children. Literature reviews provide consistent findings that children with ASD exhibit
a need for heightened response than typically developing children. In order to address the gap in existing literature, it is important to address thevarious findings in theory. There are two ways in which these findings can be viewed: (1) the lack of sensitivity of the children with ASD to social
rewards could indicate impairment in their social systems; or (2) based on the social motivation hypothesis, it could just be that they do not findresponding to social stimuli rewarding. There seems to be enough evidence of the latter, thus providing a good take off point for the design ofan experiment that looks into the reward systems of children with autism. Lastly, it also revealed the call for studies in a localized context for it isprominent that the studies reviewed were culled from Western countries and there were limited numbers in Asian countries like the Philippines.
16:50-17:15
68691 | State-Space Configuration of Intrinsic Motor and Cognitive Tempo
Sai Sun, Tohoku University, Japan
Chia-huei Tseng, Tohoku University, Japan
Kexin Xiong, Tohoku University, Japan
Yasuhiro Hatori, Tohoku University, Japan
Shinsuke Shimojo, California Institute of Technology, United States
Shioiri Satoshi, Tohoku Univesity, Japan
Tempo, pace, rhythm, or speed is a central characteristic of human activities widely expressed in daily walking, thinking, and communication.
All human behaviors could hold rhythmic properties and carry intrinsic timing information from or to the brain, as represented by intrinsic brain
rhythms and rhythmic synchronization across different brain frequencies, one of the leading timing mechanisms. However, it is still unclear
whether such a timing mechanism can be generalized across motor and cognitive dimensions and consistent across states. Using a homebased longitudinal track of motor and cognitive behaviors, we strive to bridge a direct link between intrinsic motor and cognitive tempo using
computational modeling and further explore the commonality of timing mechanisms across tasks and states, followed by latent factor analysis
that may account for tempo and tempo variations. A self-paced spontaneous finger tapping task was performed using a smartphone toquantify the natural motor tempo together with a battery of webpage-based online experiments involving visual perception, learning, memory,and decision-making across four periods (1st day, 7th days, 30th days, and 60th days later). Overall, our results demonstrated strong stateinvariant motor and cognitive tempo representation, possibly supporting the existence of independent internal clocks for motor and cognitive
timing, thus yielding mental stability across states. Moreover, such state-invariant tempo representation is not domain-general but task-specific,
suggesting distinct timing mechanisms for automatic motor and cognitive tasks, thus yielding mental flexibility. Lastly, four dimensions primarily
characterize natural motor tempo and tempo variations, including self-reported daily life tempo, emotional states, sleep, and social network.

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Saturday Onsite Presentation Session 1
Vision and Hearing Health
Session Chair: Tai Anh Vu

09:30-09:55
69202 | The Effectiveness of Auditory Rehabilitation in the Elderly: A Case Report
Chun-yi Lin, Asia University, Taiwan
Natalie Yu-Hsien Wang, Asia University, Taiwan
Pei-Chen (Peggy) Liu, Asia University, Taiwan
Background and Aims: Cognitive decline in the elderly has been linked to age-related hearing loss. This case study investigated whether
auditory rehabilitation might improve auditory performance as well as cognitive functioning in the elderly with age-related hearing loss who did
not wear hearing aids. Methods: The participant, LHL, was an 89-year-old female with mild bilateral hearing loss between 1000Hz – 4000Hz at
46.7 dB HL. She did not wear hearing aids and had no diagnosis of cognitive impairment. LHL took part in a four-week auditory rehabilitation
program, which consisted of a one-hour training session per week. LHL received training for auditory discrimination and auditory memory. Prior
to and by the end of the program, pure-tone audiometry, auditory discrimination and memory, and cognitive functioning were evaluated. For theassessment of cognition, the Mandarin Chinese version of Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA) was used. Results: LHL’s hearing thresholds
remained the same, and the auditory memory did not benefit from the program. However, auditory discrimination performance improved
significantly, from 10% to 60% of accuracy. In terms of cognition, the MOCA score improved from 6 to 11. Conclusions and Recommendations:This study demonstrates the potential benefit of auditory rehabilitation for the elderly with mild age-related hearing loss who have not worn
hearing aids. Moreover, cognitive performance is likely to be compromised by hearing loss. Based on this case, we encourage audiologists toprovide aural rehabilitation for cases with mild age-related hearing loss soon after identifying hearing loss to postpone the decline of cognition.
09:55-10:20
67462 | Content Development of the VISION-Cog: A Novel Tool To Assess Cognitive Impairment in Visually Impaired Older Adults
Tai Anh Vu, Duke-NUS Medical School, Singapore
Eva Fenwick, Duke-NUS Medical School, Singapore
Kinjal Doshi, National University Hospital, Singapore
Preeti Gupta, Singapore Eye Research Institute, Singapore
Ecosse Lamoureux, Duke-NUS Medical School, Singapore
Objective: We describe the content development of the VISually Independent test battery Of NeuroCOGnition (VISION-Cog)–a new diagnostic
tool to evaluate cognitive impairment (CI) in visually impaired older Asian adults.
Method: The qualitative content development phase consisted of 2 iterative stages: a neuropsychological consultation and literature review(Stage 1) and an expert-panel discussion (Stage 2). In Stage 1, we investigated currently available test batteries for CI in visually impaired andtheir limitations, and construct our preliminary test battery. We then deliberated this battery during an expert-panel discussion (Stage 2) todecide, via agreement of the experts, the content of a pilot neuropsychological battery.
Result: The two-stage process resulted in a pilot VISION-Cog consisting of 9 vision-independent neuropsychological tests, including theModified Spatial Memory Test, List Learning, List Recall & List Recognition, Adapted Token Test, Semantic Fluency, Modified Spatial Analysis,
Verbal Subtests of the Frontal Battery Assessment, Digit Symbol, Digit Span Forwards, and Digit Span Backwards. These tests encompassed
5 cognitive domains–memory and learning, language, executive function, complex attention, and perceptual-motor. The expert panel madesuggestions to improve the clarity of test instructions and ensure culturally relevant test content. These suggestions were incorporated anditeratively pilot-tested by the study team until no further issues emerged.
Conclusion: We have developed a 5-domain and 9-test VISION-Cog pilot instrument capable of replacing vision-dependent diagnostic batteries
and aiding the clinician-based diagnosis of CI in visually impaired older adults. Subsequent phases will examine the VISION-Cog’s feasibility,
comprehensibility, and acceptability; and evaluate its diagnostic performance.
10:20-10:45
67463 | Pilot Testing of the VISION-Cog: A Novel Tool to Diagnose Cognitive Impairment in Visually Impaired Older Adults
Tai Anh Vu, Duke-NUS Medical School, Singapore
Eva Fenwick, Duke-NUS Medical School, Singapore
Kinjal Doshi, National University Hospital, Singapore
Preeti Gupta, Singapore Eye Research Institute, Singapore
Ecosse Lamoureux, Duke-NUS Medical School, Singapore
Objective: We pilot-tested the VISually Independent test battery Of NeuroCOGnition (VISION-Cog) to determine its feasibility, comprehensibility,
and acceptability in evaluating cognitive impairment (CI) in visually impaired older Asian adults.
Method: The VISION-Cog was iteratively fine-tuned through pilot studies and expert-panel discussion. In the first pilot study (Stage 1), we
recruited 15 visually impaired and cognitively normal participants aged ≥ 60 years to examine the pilot VISION-Cog’s feasibility (length of time toadminister), comprehensibility (clarity of instructions), and acceptability (participant burden). We then presented the pilot results to the expert
panel (Stage 2) who decided via agreement on a revised version of the VISION-Cog. Subsequently, we conducted a second pilot study (Stage 3)
to ascertain improvement in feasibility, comprehensibility, and acceptability of the revised version.
Result: The VISION-Cog was deemed feasible, taking approximately 60 minutes to complete. All participants agreed that the test instructions
were clear and the battery did not cause undue discomfort or frustration. The data collector rated all tests as very user-friendly. Minor
modifications to the pilot VISION-Cog were suggested by the panel to improve its safety, clarity of instructions, and cultural relevance. Thesesuggestions were incorporated and iteratively tested in the second pilot study until no further issues emerged.
Conclusion: Using an iterative mixed-methods process, we have developed a feasible, comprehensible, and acceptable 5-domain and 9-item
visually independent VISION-Cog test battery suitable to assist CI diagnosis in older adults with visual impairment. We will assess its diagnostic
potential against clinician-based assessment of CI in subsequent phases.
10:45-11:10
68099 | Psychiatric Problems in Impaired Vision in Elderly Patient
Andri Andri, Krida Wacana Christian University, Indonesia
Impaired vision in elderly patients does have an extraordinary psychological impact. Losing sight for some patients is frightening and often
triggers psychiatric problems. Several cases of visual impairment in practice are associated with the onset of symptoms of severe mental
disorders such as depressive disorders and anxiety disorders. We found several cases of visual disturbances such as glaucoma and retinal
disorders which often lead to sleep problems, anxiety disorders and depression. A 75 years old male patient with glaucoma and difficulty insleeping that made him more anxious and a 67 year old female patient with retinopathic diabetic with declining of vision after surgery. Bothpatients complained about how they were not satisfied with their opthamologist and felt so much regret about the operation. The male patient
was treated with Ativan 1mg (lorazepam) since he felt much worry initiating sleeping. It worked for him. He did not stand for the side effects ofantidepressant and refused to use it.The female patients had persistent symptoms of anxiety. She was given Escitalopram 5mg and Clobazam
5mg twice a day to relieve the symptoms and it worked for her. Both patients still continued the medications until this report was made. They
rejected the psychological intervention and just wanted to do the medication.

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Saturday Onsite Presentation Session 2
Aging & Gerontology
Session Chair: James McNally

11:25-11:50
68736 | Current Alzheimer’s Treatment Options: Lies, Damn Lies, and Pharmaceutical Companies
James McNally, University of Michigan, United States
As of March 2022, annual federal funding for Alzheimer's research in the United States will be more than $3.5 billion. For decades, millionsof Americans and their families have been waiting for improved, if not effective, therapies for Alzheimer's and other dementia. Worldwide,
researchers work to find solutions for those living with a disease we do not understand, do not know the cause, and do not know how to treat.
In the United States alone, more than 6 million Americans live with Alzheimer's, with this number expected to more than double by 2050.
Currently, 1 in 3 seniors dies with Alzheimer's or another dementia, more deaths than breast cancer and prostate cancer combined. More than
11 million Americans provide unpaid care for the victims of this disease with only minimal support from state or federal agencies. Despite themassive investment in pharmaceutical interventions, only four drugs have been approved for Alzheimer's treatment, most introduced in the
1980s. With virtually no progress in treatment options in decades, this presentation reviews the medico-treatment model for Alzheimer's andrelated dementias and why almost all the chemical interventions have failed in Stage II clinical trials. The presentation will discuss the amyloid
hypothesis crisis and how that reflects on this research modality globally. Finally, the presentation will discuss the challenges and conflicts
inherent in depending upon publicly traded pharmaceutical companies to report risks, benefits, and costs in an unbiased manner.
11:50-12:15

Spotlight: Does Trait Self-esteem Serve as a Protective Factor in Maintaining Daily Affective Well-being? Multilevel Analyses of
Daily Diary Studies in the US and Singapore
Matthew H.S. Ng, Rehabilitation Research Institute of Singapore, Singapore
Research suggests that self-esteem could be a protective factor in stressful or unfavourable situations. However, little research has been
done on the buffering role of self-esteem in the context of daily stressors on affective reactivity. Three daily diary studies (of which two wereconducted in Singapore and one in the United States) were carried out to examine this relationship. In all three studies, trait self-esteem wasmeasured at baseline. Subsequently, a daily assessment was conducted on the exposure to daily stressors and its positive and negative effects
for seven to eight days. Multilevel modelling showed that trait self-esteem did not moderate the relationship between daily stressor exposureand daily effect. An internal meta-analysis aggregating the findings of all three studies was also consistent with our findings. These findings
are contrary to previous literature surrounding the stress-buffering role of self-esteem.
12:15-12:40
67605 | Senior Education: A Case Study of the Planning of LE-LING-University Project in C University
H. W. Ker, Chihlee University of Technology, Taiwan
Y. H. Lee, Tamkang University, Taiwan
S. M. Ho, Chihlee University of Technology, Taiwan
Owing to the rapid growing of aging population in Taiwan and with most of those seniors are active aging, government needs to provide them withlearning opportunities as well as long-term care-related resources. In order to motivate seniors’ learning, and strength their physical/ mental health,
Ministry of Education (MOE) has promoted senior education since 2008. MOE incorporated schools at all level, local organizations, and government
resources to build up Senior Citizens Learning Center and develop varied learning projects for elderly people. Among these projects, LE-LING-University
Project is implemented by the universities that MOE approved. It is "University for the Elderly". This project opens the opportunities for the elderly to enter
the university campus. It utilizes campus resources to enhance lifelong learning opportunities for the elderly, provide a learning interaction platform
for the elderly and college students, and promote intergenerational exchanges. This study aims to discuss the planning, such as contents/ strategies
curriculum design, and investigate the satisfaction of the participants, of the LE-LING-University Project implemented by C University. The curriculum
included five types of courses, such as "senior-related courses", "health and leisure courses", "new knowledge for life courses", "school characteristic
courses" and "comprehensive learning courses". The contents of courses are designed to provide elderly learning opportunities for interacting withsociety, responding those problems facing by getting aging, nurturing senior professional manpower, integrating cross-field resources, creating friendly
learning environments, and providing social- and interpersonal relationship support. Satisfaction survey will be implemented at the end of semester.

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Spotlight Presentation: Matthew H.S. Ng

Does Trait Self-esteem Serve as a Protective
Factor in Maintaining Daily Affective Wellbeing? Multilevel Analyses of Daily Diary
Studies in the US and Singapore
Saturday, April 1, 2023 | 11:25-12:40 | Room 707

Research suggests that self-esteem could be a protective factor in stressful or unfavourable situations.
However, little research has been done on the buffering role of self-esteem in the context of dailystressors on affective reactivity. Three daily diary studies (of which two were conducted in Singapore
and one in the United States) were carried out to examine this relationship. In all three studies, trait
self-esteem was measured at baseline. Subsequently, a daily assessment was conducted on the
exposure to daily stressors and its positive and negative effects for seven to eight days. Multilevel
modelling showed that trait self-esteem did not moderate the relationship between daily stressor
exposure and daily effect. An internal meta-analysis aggregating the findings of all three studies was
also consistent with our findings. These findings are contrary to previous literature surrounding thestress-buffering role of self-esteem.

Matthew H.S. Ng
Ng Hok Shan Matthew has a Bachelor’s in Psychology from theSingapore Management University and currently supports both theTan Tock Seng Hospital and the Rehabilitation Research Instituteof Singapore as a Research Coordinator. His research interests
lie in emotion regulation and how it relates to psychopathology.
Specifically, he seeks to explore how emotional processes adapt
or become maladaptive in the presence of stimuli (e.g. stressors,
childhood adversity) and how this could protect or predispose one
to psychopathology. He is also keen in examining how individual
differences (e.g. culture) might influence this relationship.
Matthew is part of a trio, including Verity Lua and Nadyanna Majeed, who clinched first place at
the ICPSR research paper competitions (Undergraduate) in 2021 for their project titled: "Is Trait SelfEsteem a Resilience Factor Against Daily Stressors? A Multilevel Analysis". He aspires to continue his
graduate training in the United States, specifically in the field of Clinical Psychology.

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Satuday Onsite Presentation Session 3
Aging and Gerontology
Session Chair: Natalia Ozegalska-Lukasik

13:40-14:05
69193 | Determinants of Self-Reported Health of Ageing People in Nepal
Mahendra Prasad Sharma, Tribhuvan University, Nepal
The health of the elderly has become a growing concern as the aging population increases. Self-reported health is a widely used measure ofhealth status through individuals. This study has utilized data from Nepal Ageing Survey 2015 which is the biggest survey on aging in Nepal
till now. This study includes seven major composite variables: demographic, socio-cultural, economic, support and care, modernization, living
arrangement, and health-related variables. There are altogether 40 independent variables under these composite variables. Regarding thehealth status of elderly people by differentiating along with the most significant variables the binary logistic regression analysis is used where
only the 11 most significant variables are selected for the purpose of the best-fitting model. They are; age, sex, literacy status, acceptance ofadvice of household members, religion, working wage job, the sufficiency of property, nutrition, caring condition, enthusiasm, and medical
treatment receiving status. This research has identified the major eleven factors which have a significant positive impact on elderly healthbased on large-scale national data for the first time in the history of Nepal.
Male elderly are more likely to be in good health condition than females. Low educational attainment increases the chances of reporting poor
health. Age structure, Advice accepted in the family, religion, working wage jobs, sufficient food, and property, receiving medical treatment
facilities, and proper care as per the elderly interest, and enthusiasm are the major predictor variables to support the good health of elderly
people.
14:05-14:30
68044 | The Development of China’s Community Care and Its Impact on Older Adults’ Health and Subjective Wellbeing: 1998-

2018

Shibin Yan, Rutgers University, United States
As China has experienced rapid population aging, the demand for elder care services has increased dramatically. The gap in service demand has
become especially concerning because the traditional provision of eldercare heavily relies on informal care provided by the family. Social anddemographic transformations have made the family-reliant care model unsustainable. Community care has become a reasonable and practical
option to balance the care demand in China. While community care plays a significant role in elder care provision, care regimes scholars focus
more on the study of care provided by the state, market, or family but less on the community sector, especially on the effect of community careon the health and subjective well-being of older adults. Using eight waves of national longitudinal data from the Chinese Longitudinal Healthy
Longevity Study, the paper aims to analyze the development of community care services, assess the links between community care and family
support, and evaluate the impact of community care on the health status and SWB of total Chinese older adults and subpopulation groups (suchas childless and disabled older adults). The preliminary results of the fixed effect models showed that the perceived availability of community
care services predicted a better health status and life satisfaction of older adults in China. However, the effect of community care services
varies by different types of community care services and subpopulations. The study helps to deeply understand the development of community
care, and its effect on their health.
14:30-14:55
69058 | Rebuilding the Lives of Older Adults Through Save Iwate
Reggy Figer, Hokkaido University, JapanOn March 11, 2011, a destructive earthquake and tsunami hit the Tohoku area which resulted in thousands of people’s deaths. Since themagnitude of the disaster was massive, local and national governments, as well as non-government organizations (NGOs) and non-profit
organizations (NPOs) had to step in to effectively respond to the needs of the affected communities. In this essay, I examine how SAVE Iwate,
an NPO in Morioka City, assisted the victims of the catastrophe. In particular, I delve into how SAVE Iwate helped and supported the older adults
who had evacuated from the coastal areas to Morioka City in rebuilding their lives. I discuss the different capacity building and human resource
development programs and projects aimed to better and regain purpose in their lives among the elderly survivors. Last, I consider some issues
that older adults were confronted as they rebuild their lives in their newfound “home”.
14:55-15:20
68372 | Study on the Meaning of Chinese Filial Obligation and Forms of Family Care for the Elderly
Natalia Ozegalska-Lukasik, Jagiellonian University, Poland
Chinese elderly care for centuries was shaped by the fact that support for older adults was considered the first and foremost responsibility of
the immediate family. This has also been reflected in the Chinese Government’s elderly care policy, governed by a 90/7/3 formula, which aims
for 90 percent of seniors to remain at home, 7 percent to stay at intermediate facilities, and 3 percent at nursing homes. In recent years, thefunction of families acting as aging support resources has weakened. It is not only due to the demographic situation of Chinese society but
also decreased both capabilities of adult children to take care of their old parents and their willingness to provide aging support for the elderly.
This contribution aims to provide the current outlook on the understanding of filial obligation. Based on collecting reflections of Chinese withat least one living parent, the research studies their relationship with dependents and their readiness to provide support. We consider both thephysical and psychological aspects of elderly care. Besides examining filial responsibilities, deeply enrooted in other state-of-art studies, we
also try to underline demographic and geographical variabilities.

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Saturday Onsite Presentation Session 4
Navigating Aging and Illness
Session Chair: Oliver Micke

15:35-16:00
68841 | Cross-Sectional Association of Physical Activity Levels With Risks of Sarcopenia Among Older Taiwanese Adults
Chi Hsuan Tsai, National Taiwan Normal University, Taiwan
Yung Liao, National Taiwan Normal University, Taiwan
Shao-Hsi Chang, National Taiwan Normal University, Taiwan
Objectives: The updated World Health Organization guidelines in 2020 strongly recommend the optimal physical activity level for older adults.
Therefore, the present study aimed to investigate the cross-sectional associations between excessive physical activity level and the risk ofsarcopenia in older adults. Methods: A nationwide cross-sectional telephone survey of older adults (≥65 years) was conducted in Taiwan from
October 2019 to January 2020. Older adults were interviewed to collect data on their self-reported level of physical activity (measured with the
IPAQ-SF), sarcopenia risk (measured with the SARC-F), and sociodemographics. Chi-square test and binary logistic regression models wereapplied. Results: A total of 1068 older adults were surveyed. Compared with optimal physical activity recommendations in WHO guidelines
and after adjusting for potential confounders, older adults with insufficient physical activity level (<150min/week, not meeting physical activity
recommendation) were more likely to have a higher risk of sarcopenia (OR: 3.18; CI: 1.63-6.22). In contrast, older adults with excessive physicalactivity level (≥300 min/week, beyond the physical activity recommendation) were less likely to have a lower risk of sarcopenia (OR: 0.38; CI:
0.19-0.75). Conclusions: The findings of this study highlight that inconsistent with 2020 WHO guidelines, beyond the range of physical activity
level (excessive PAL) seems to be more effective for sarcopenia prevention in older adults. It is suggested that future research needs to further
explore whether excessive physical activity could contribute to other health benefits.
16:00-16:25
68661 | Association of Weight Loss With Hip Osteoarthritis in Older Community-Dwelling Female Adults
Zubeyir Salis, University of New South Wales, Australia
Li-Yung Lui, California Pacific Medical Center Research Institute, United States
Nancy Lane, University of California at Davis, United States
Kristine Ensrud, University of Minnesota, United States
Amanda Sainsbury, The University of Western Australia, Australia
Objective: Most guidelines recommending weight loss for hip osteoarthritis are based on research on knee osteoarthritis. Prior studies foundno association between weight loss and hip osteoarthritis, but no previous studies have targeted older adults. We aimed to determine whether
there is any clear benefit of weight loss for hip osteoarthritis in older adults, because weight loss is associated with health risks in older
adults. Methods: We used data from white females aged ≥ 65 years from the Study of Osteoporotic Fractures. Our exposure of interest wasweight change from baseline to follow up at 8 years. We investigated the following 15 outcomes over the 8 years: total hip replacement (THR);
development of hip pain; resolution of hip pain; development of radiographic hip osteoarthritis (RHOA); development of symptomatic RHOA;
progression of RHOA; and degeneration of 9 individual structural features of the hip (as visualized by radiography). Generalized estimating
equations (clustering of 2 hips per female) were used to investigate the association between exposure and outcomes adjusted for major
covariates. Results: There was a total of 11,018 hips from 5509 females. There was no associated benefit of weight loss for any of the 15
outcomes. For example, the odds ratio (95% confidence interval) for THR was 0.98 (0.87 to 1.11) for each 5% weight loss. The results wereconsistent across subgroups defined by overweight and obese body mass index and intention to lose weight. Conclusion: Our findings suggest
no associated benefit of weight loss in older women in reducing the incidence.
16:25-16:50
67518 | Based on Technology Acceptance Model of “Teachable Moment” for the Elderly Under the Risk of Epidemic Diseases

Empirical Research in Respect

Yi-Hui Liu, National Taichung University of Science and Technology, Taiwan
Jing-Wei Liu, National Taiwan University of Sport, Taiwan
This study aims to examine the impact of the COVID-19 epidemic on the use of technology in elderly and long-term care institutions. The
widespread use of mobile devices such as cell phones during the epidemic has led to an increase in distance learning and video greetings,
promoting the use of hybrid learning in this field. The study will focus on elderly learning centers, community care bases, and daycare centers,
and will use a hierarchical clustering sampling method with a causal path model and questionnaire survey to gather data from 150 samples.
The study aims to answer the following questions: (1) How have the elderly persons' technology habits changed due to the risk of the epidemic,
and what are the influences of "technology acceptance mode" on their "blended learning activities" and "digital health literacy", (2) What is thetechnology acceptance mode of institution managers and their workload performance before and after the courses were stopped due to theepidemic, and what is the impact of hybrid learning on the satisfaction of elderly persons. The study will also provide effective coping strategies
for long-term care and elderly institutions during epidemics or other similar crises in the future.
16:50-17:15
69201 | Cancer Radiotherapy: A Treatment Option in the Very Old (80+)
Oliver Micke, Franziskus Hospital Bielefeld, Germany
There are only very few clinical data regarding radiotherapy (RT) in elderly patients. We present a retrospective study of all patients aged 80 years
and older who underwent RT with external beam irradiation in our institution in the years 2020 and 2021. Overall, there were 163 patients treatedwith 196 courses of RT. The mean age was 84 years (range: 80–99 years). A total of 97 patients (59%) were male. The treatment intent was palliativein 41% and curative in 59%. The primary cancer diagnoses were: prostate 46, lung 18, breast 25, head and neck 10, gastrointestinal 8, hematologic 7,
gynecologic 11, skin 18, genitourinary 9, unknown primary 5, central nervous system 6. The patients were able to complete the prescribed therapy
in 153 of 196 courses (78%). Treatment breaks during RT were only required in 54 (33%) of Rt courses. RT can be safely administered to an elderly
population with both curative and palliative intent with the expectation of completion in more than 80% of patients. The reasons for inability tocomplete RT as prescribed are multifactorial, but careful patient selection and attention to comorbidity may optimize the outcome.

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Saturday Onsite Presentation Session 1
Philosophy in Arts, Culture & Technology
Session Chair: Michael Michael

09:30-09:55
67513 | The Potential for Regional Opposition to Progressive ‘Universal’ Understandings of AI Acceptance
Haruka Yoshioka, Uppsala University, Sweden
The use of AI in public administration has become an important topic with each passing year. Indeed, a so-called 'universal' understanding of AI
and its acceptance is being established at the international level, with UNESCO and the European Union presenting concrete recommendations
and legislation for AI regulation in order to avoid ethical and practical concerns. However, as in other areas of international public administration,differences in national, religious, philosophical and traditional perspectives may lead to different views from the West on understanding andacceptance. This study examines psychological resistance to AI acceptance by literature review, with a focus on the delay in data utilisationin Japanese public administration and the scepticism of the Japanese public regarding the provision of privacy data to administrative bodies
that underlies this delay. Specifically, the paper first reviews Japanese and global trends in AI administration, the content and progress ofJapan's My Number system, the Japanese common number system which is essential for digital administration, and public reaction to it.
It then confirms the existence and origins of Japan's unique public sentiment on privacy by the ethical and cross-cultural previous studies,and interprets the impact to the My Number system on public understanding from the angle of the self-construal, a theory of cross-cultural
psychology. Finally, it concludes by identifying the extent to which these perspectives are present in current Japanese and global debates andlegal norms. It aims to cast a new perspective on understanding the acceptance of AI to citizens on a global scale.
09:55-10:20
67941 | Between Consciousness and Unconsciousness: The Cut-and-Paste Ceramics Works of Master Chen San-huo
Min-Chia Young, Shu-Te University, Taiwan
Master Chen San-huo is a fourth generation of the Chinese popular arts, cut-and-paste ceramics of the Quan School. His works has been
widely adopted throughout major temples in Taiwan. In 2020, the Ministry of Culture recognized Chen as a preserver of an important cultural
heritage, that is, the cut-and-paste craft, and named him a National Living Treasure. This article explores and examines the creative works of
Master Chen. It focuses on the process of how Chen perceives, constructs and maintains his unique style of art works, a process of what heclaims to be in a conscious state encoded by unconscious mind. Through textual and field work enquiry, the article aims to demonstrate that thevibrant forms and materials of the Chinese cut-and-paste ceramics was originated from koji pottery works, depicting themes from legendaryor historical stories for the general public to tell. It was later changed and transformed into different formations to accommodate the needsof the gradual changing society. That is to say, popular arts is sensitive, yet resilient, which could be easily adjusted, manipulated to meet anysocial needs.
10:20-10:45
67665 | Redefining the Body: People with Physical Disabilities in Transform! (2020) and Reunion with You (2021)
Xinyi Wang, Nagoya University, Japan
Disabled bodies are often constructed as negative images in films. This article argues that focusing on bodily performance and the body’s
relations with other bodies in contemporary East Asian films offers alternative representations. This article identifies and explores how fluid
relations among different bodies in films open up alternatives to ableist depictions of physical disabilities by textual analysis and field research.
Starting with how people with physical disabilities have been represented in East Asia, a filmography has been made to provide data about
film history and social contexts by collecting primary and secondary sources in film archives and online libraries, such as Korean Film Archive
and National Film Archive of Japan. The field research has been conducted in Yamagata International Documentary Film Festival 2021, Osaka
Performing Arts Open College 2021 in International Communication Center for People with Disability and dance courses in NPO DANCE BOX(Kobe), including interviews with two dancers with disabilities and the director Ishita Tomoya with informed consent. From the perspective of
cinema studies, I analyze how bodies resist an ableist perspective on disability in Transform! (dir. Ishita Tomoya, 2020) and Reunion with You (YuNi Chongfeng, dir. Liu Xiaojing, 2021). Transform! highlights the fluid relations of the bodies through film aesthetics, dance performances, andthe filmmaking process, whereas Reunion with You rejects female disabled bodies as spectacles and emphasizes how women with physicaldisabilities use media platforms to express themselves.
10:45-11:10
68802 | Re-evaluating the Socratic Project: An Anti-Intellectualist Account of “Socratic Intellectualism”
Michael Michael, Yonsei University, South Korea
Socrates has long faced the criticism of being intellectualist – of focusing excessively on the intellectual side of human conduct without
adequately considering the emotional side. In this paper, I offer a different perspective on this issue. Focusing on the Protagoras, and drawing
on contemporary philosophical work on the emotions, I propose an interpretation of Socratic knowledge that conceives of knowledge andemotion as intimately connected. Through this, a sense of intellectualism emerges in which it is not Socrates who is guilty of intellectualism, but
us. Indeed, under this sense, Socrates is anti-intellectualist. More importantly, this perspective leads to an re-evaluation of the Socratic project,with implications for the cultural role of philosophy today.

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Saturday Onsite Presentation Session 2
Ethics & Philosophy in Education & Language
Session Chair: Amy Wai Sum Lee

11:25-11:50
69049 | Lifelong Learning as a Key to the 21st Century: I Ching Education as an Example
Chen-Mei Li, Weixin Shengjiao College, Taiwan
Yu-Shan Yen, Weixin Shengjiao College, Taiwan
Meng-Chen Wu, Weixin Shengjiao College, Taiwan
Learning to adapt has become a vital learning capacity for everyone in the face of the problems of the twenty-first century, including rapid
technology breakthroughs, an aging population, and fast industrial changes, as well as the influence of the COVID-19 post-epidemic era. The
Education 2030 Framework for Action, proposed by UNESCO (2016) emphasizes the integration of life and learning and claims that the best way
to respond to future changes is through continual learning and innovation. Additionally, The book I-Ching, also known as The Book of Changes
in English, with "change" as its central theme, is the first Chinese classic to teach the world that"only proper adjustments can result in better
survival." Therefore, this study focuses on the significance of lifelong learning based on I Ching which encompasses not only the development
track of human civilization from ancient times, but also the basic learning ability and sustainable development of lifelong learning for humans
today and in the future. Using I Ching University as an example, this research elaborates the essential concept of I Ching education and its
connotation of lifelong learning which fully implements the UNESCO philosophy of lifelong learning. The results of this study are expected
to open up cross-disciplinary academic research on the I Ching, revealing the cosmic mystery of why the I Ching has remained unshaken for
thousands of years, in addition to serving as a reference for international organizations in developing lifelong learning theories and policies.
11:50-12:15
67529 | On the Identification and Suppression of Indirect Hate Speech in Online Contexts
Johan Eddebo, Uppsala University, Sweden
Mika Hietanen, Lund University, Sweden
This paper focuses the issue of identifying indirect hate speech on digital platforms.
In previous studies, the authors have addressed automated flagging and suppression of hate speech in YouTube material. We found that suchoperations are characterized both by problems pertaining to the vagueness of the hate speech concept, as well as a problem compounding
tendency of content creators towards circumventing identification and suppression efforts by mainly making use of indirect and tacit references.
The indirect references chiefly function through various means of indicating levels of meaning above the immediate sentence, or the immediatesignification, often by referring commonly held worldviews or ideological structures. This implies that automated suppression that relies on the
flagging of keywords faces certain structural reliability issues in relation to these indirect communications, and important ethical and rightsrelated problems are also embedded here.
For this reason, this paper will explore methods for the reliable identification of indirect hate speech. We will explore two methods: speech act
theory and Grice's theory of incorporated cooperativity, and ascertain whether they separately or in combination can provide a framework forthe reliable identification of indirect acts of hate speech.
The paper also indirectly emphasizes the importance of worldviews, and the critical analysis of faith and worldviews, in regard to addressing
contemporary political issues.
12:15-12:40
68105 | Unboxing the Pandora’s Box: The Educational Journey From Personal Stories to Inclusive Co-creation
Amy Wai Sum Lee, Hong Kong Metropolitan University, Hong Kong
Ethics may not be a core academic component in the University curriculum, although it is universally accepted to be an important aspectof education across different levels. In some institutions it can be incorporated into the common core, or as part of the general education
programme, while in some institutions it may take the form of co-curricular activities. In 2021-2022 the presenter obtained research funding
from the university to conduct a creative research project entitled Pandora’s Box, to engage university students in a number of creative activities- including dramatic works, lyrics writing, personal story sharing – which aim to facilitate personal understanding and development. Among the
research outputs is a multi-media learning kit entitled Unboxing Pandoras, which contains 9 personal narratives represented both graphicallyand verbally. The learning kit was the result of the concerted efforts of the project participants and workshop facilitator, in identifying important
aspects of personal growth, interviewing individual members of the community, and designing graphic representations of these personal
stories which might have extended meanings for other members of the community. The learning kit was disseminated among educationaland cultural organisations for educational purposes, and welcome feedback and comments. The presentation is a report on the process of
the learning kit’s creation, with highlights on individual stories, and the educational journey that participants have undertaken in relation to its
creation and dissemination. The journey has proved to be creative, meaningful, and thought-provoking for the university participants.

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Saturday Onsite Presentation Session 3
EthicsSession Chair: David Matas

13:40-14:05
69046 | Personal Perspective on the Problem of Moral Objectivity: The Conception of Ontological Moral Certainty
Aiste Noreikaite, Mykolas Romeris University, Lithuania
Paper focuses on a problem of moral objectivity which is dominating in contemporary academic discourse of moral philosophy and pressing
in today’s post-pandemic world tormented by moral and political conflicts.
Such contemporary philosophers as Nagel, Dworkin, Korsgaard have been trying to develop a conception of moral objectivity that would stayadequate to the first-person perspective of an agent. This paper argues that it is only possible to do that while invoking personal ontology.
Relying on Robert Spaemann’s ontology of a person and elaborating its structural elements, the paper develops an alternative to contemporary
analytic understanding of moral objectivity. This alternative is a conception of ontological moral certainty found within the moral experienceof a person. The paper shows how transcending such traditional distinctions as subjective vs objective and fact vs value, the conception of
ontological moral certainty grasps and clarifies the experience of moral objectivity better than the dominating analytic understanding of moral
objectivity.
14:05-14:30
69048 | Transcending Time and Space: The Social Practice of Weixin Shengjiao in Facing Global Ethical Responsibility
Chen-Mei Li, Weixin Shengjiao College, Taiwan
Li-Yueh Chen Andy, Weixin Shengjiao College, Taiwan
Kuo-Chin Shih, Weixin Shengjiao College, Taiwan
The purpose of this study is to investigate the attitudes of Weixin Shengjiao in Taiwan toward the issue of global ethical responsibility forsocial suffering, how Weixin Shengjiao learns the root causes of the current social suffering issues, and how Weixin Shengjiao undertakes thesocial practice of global ethical responsibility. The findings of the study indicate that Weixin Shengjiao's attitude toward the issue of social
suffering stems not only from the imbalance between people and other people, people and objects, and people and nature caused by humanfactors in the phenomenal world but also from the suffering caused by the influence of the consciousness realm beyond time and space on thephenomenal realm. Weixin Shengjiao is dedicated to the advancement of Chinese cultural orthodoxy, I Ching Feng Shui, and the heart method.
"Use I" to identify the cause of present social suffering issues, to further solve current social suffering issues through religious practices andreligious education, and to fulfill Weixin Shengjiao's social practice of global ethical responsibilities. The contribution of this study includes
Weixin Shengjiao's worldwide social anguish issues, which have covered Knitter's four faces of global suffering. Weixin Shengjiao's social
practice encompasses a wide range of global care and has its origins in the resolution of disputes and sufferings dating back thousands ofyears. Its social practice of global ethical duty transcends various combinations of time and space.
14:30-14:55
67784 | Impact of Islamic Ethics in Criminal Justice and Peace-making
Mohamed Elamin Elnasri, E mirates Academy for Identity & Citizenship, United Arab Emirates
Islamic law does not set forth any detailed system of criminal justice procedures, and there is no mandate in any source of Islamic Lawemphasizing the existence of an investigation and prosecution stages in the Islamic criminal justice system. The historical precedents do notindicate clearly that the stage of criminal investigation was available in solving criminal cases. Methods of the criminal justice administrationin Islam are a matter of politics and not of sharia. Consequently, Islamic countries have the right to organize and maintain criminal proceduralsystems congruent with the particular circumstances of time and place. Therefore, Islamic criminal justice system functions, component andprocedures are almost similar to the contemporary criminal justice system. Islamic countries have adopted criminal justice systems following
rules and guidelines adopted by the United Nations. This paper attempts to highlight Islamic justice theory, system, rules and values governing
evidence and proof through three chapters: 1. Islamic criminal Justice 2. Islamic criminal justice system 3. Sharia Rules and values governing
evidence and proof. 4. Impact of Islamic values on criminal justice Such rules and Islamic values governing evidence and proof may be a pointof critical debate for contemporary criminal justice scholars, because each type of crime in Islamic law requires certain amount of proof. There
are three categories of crimes defined by Sharia, known as Hudood, Quissas and Taazir. Evidence in Islamic criminal justice system is of seventypes: 1. Testimony (Shahada) 2. Confession (iqurrar) 3. Circumstantial evidence (Qarina) 4. Oath by 50
14:55-15:20
67455 | Developments in Organ Transplant Ethics to Address Chinese Transplant Abuse
David Matas, University of Manitoba, Canada
The Board of Directors of The International Society for Heart and Lung Transplantation on 26 April 2022 approved an updated Statement on
Transplant Ethics which addressed specifically transplant abuse in China. The statement asserts that, in light of the evidence of transplantabuse in China, submission of data related to clinical transplantation or the use of tissue from human donors in China would not be acceptedfor presentation at a Society sponsored meeting, to the Society Registry or for publication in a Society sponsored journal.
This presentation would address this updated Society ethics statement as it relates to China. The presentation woulda) consider the research on which the statement was based,b) compare the updated statement with previous Society ethic statements,c) compare ethics statements from other components of the transplant profession with that developed by the Society,d) examine the relevance of the distinction to the Society ethics statement between sourcing organs from prisoners sentenced to death,something the Government of China admits having occurred but claims no longer occurs, and sourcing organs from prisoners of conscience,something about which there is substantial evidence, but which the Government of China denies ever to have occurred, ande) consider what improvements, if any, there should be to the Society ethics statement.
The general conclusion of the presentation would be that the updated ethics statement of the Society is a positive development and should beemulated by other components of the transplant profession.

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Saturday Onsite Presentation Session 4Interdisciplinary Religion
Session Chair: Dmitry Usenco

15:35-16:00
66886 | Sin Before the Fall: Understanding the Doctrine of Original Sin in the Light of Laudato Si
Revenendo Vargas, University of Santo Tomas, Philippines
The ‘sin’ and the ‘fall’ in this paper illustrate two conditions, which according to tradition, have been inherited by the human race. The former
is the sinful condition human beings are born into, and the latter is the biblical account in Genesis 3 which recounts the story of the fall of
Adam and Eve through their disobedience. From the Christian standpoint, both narratives essentially establish the foundation of the doctrineof Original Sin. All men are implicated in Adam’s sin (CCC, 402). “By one man’s disobedience many (that is, all men) were made sinners” (Rom
5:12). But history reveals that humanity existed before the story of the fall, and prior to the prohibition from eating the tree of knowledge of goodand evil (Gen 2:17), is the positive command to care for creation, our common home. Man’s freedom is put to the test, not alone by prohibition,
but primarily by friendship and free submission to God (CCC, 396). This essay, “Sin before the Fall” appropriately exudes an understanding of thedoctrine of Original Sin in the light of Laudato Si. While it contextually implicates the human race to the sinful structure, it significantly reminds
God’s original justice and man’s responsibility toward the harmony of creation.
16:00-16:25
67683 | Identity Exploration Processes in Intergroup Dialogue for Jewish Students in Israel
Lipaz Shamoa-Nir, Zefat Academic College, Israel
Intergroup dialogues can create a safe environment that encourages individuals to engage in self reflection. This article has examined identity
exploration processes among undergraduate students (N=99) who have participated in a dialogue course. A content analysis was undertaken
on final papers submitted by students at the end of the course. The summary papers, written as part of their obligations for academic credit,included a description of student experiences during the course. Findings have pointed out several factors that have enabled self-explorationin the group and the dialogue course was fulfilling for most students. The participants felt that the dialogue had helped them form a greater
understanding of their identities through two levels of discourse: with the 'self' and with 'the other'- however, findings also indicated a processthat appears to disrupt a 'deep' and authentic discourse and can be considered as a contestation of identity. The contribution of this researchlies in investigating how identities are shaped within a context of intergroup dialogues and in proposing several hypotheses and questions toadvance the research in this field.
16:25-16:50
68800 | Western Diplomacy’s Ineffective Iconoclasm: Conflict Resolution with China and the West’s Forgotten Rhetorical Tools
Iain Cowie, Thammasat University, Thailand
The Alaskan talks of China and America point to the need for a new style of Western diplomacy. The limitations of a bland diplomacy, without
pomp and spectacle, become apparent when faced with a party unwilling to display fealty to the current World Order. The renunciation of
pageantry points towards a deeper issue of the disavowing of old cultural beliefs. The wager here is that conflicts can only be resolved in these
seemingly outdated rituals of excess dependent on cultural symbolic relics. Despite Western diplomats’ beliefs, they like others around theWorld, must rely on symbolic relics (fetish-idols) in patching together peace in times of intractable conflict. The failure of many programmesof peace (e.g. TRANSCEND, ARIA) can be partly blamed on a dismissal of the value of beliefs in idols, and the inherent value of idols to expose
and work with antagonisms to enact positive change. This article relies on homologous theories in Burkean rhetoric, Durkheimian anthropology,
Hegelian metaphysics, Ramsbotham’s conflict resolution ideas and Lacanian psychoanalysis, to pave the way for an acceptance of the derided
tools of the old for a fresh perspective on finding peace. Broadly, this is a rejection of a popular but vulgar postmodernism warned about byKenneth Burke in 1945, with a more nuanced post-foundationalism of the transhistorical, transsubjective and the transsubstantive.
16:50-17:15
66926 | Polytheism and Monotheism: Mutually Exclusive or Interdependent?
Dmitry Usenco, Independent Researcher, United Kingdom
Although it is common to assume that monotheism is a natural and logical outcome of polytheism’s intrinsic development (praeparatio
evangelica), the author of this paper believes that they constitute two distinct and sustainable branches of spiritual evolution. The watershed
between them seems to be impenetrable: while polytheism (=traditional / primal / tribal religion) proceeds mostly on collective / inductive
experience of the numinous, monotheism relies chiefly on a priori intuition / philosophical abstraction / deduction / moral imperative. Yet,because it is impossible to substantiate that abstraction (=prove the existence of God) from experience, as Kant has convincingly shown,monotheism has to turn to polytheism for substratum, trying to reconcile the inevitably partial / finite nature of the available experience with aclaim to universality, infinity, and all-inclusivity. This results in a compromise where polytheism’s finite but experience-based spiritual entities
and their attributes are recycled into symbols of the infinite / perfect but ultimately ungraspable Supreme Being. The above relation bears a
striking resemblance to that between the two major kingdoms of living organisms of Earth – plants and animals. Like animals, who are unable
to assimilate inorganic matter and have to consume plants for subsistence, monotheism, unable to experience the infinity of its postulated
deity, has to ‘consume’ the abundant but imperfect experiences of polytheism, 'feeding' with them its own spiritual substance. The above
analogy, although not absolute, nevertheless gives rise to many interesting inferences on the interdependence and potential convergence ofthe two spiritual phenomena.

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Saturday Onsite Workshop Presentation Session 4
Taemong Writing Workshop
Session Chair: Loren Goodman

17:20-18:00
69042 | Taemong Writing Workshop: Composing Poetic Mysteries of Scientific Faith
Loren Goodman, Yonsei University, South Korea
This workshop arises in response to an observation by psychologist, dream researcher, and parapsychologist Robert Van de Castle, gleaned
from his examination of birth dreams in Our Dreaming Mind (1995): “The unconscious mind of the pregnant woman seems able to monitor
and detect biochemical imbalances, tissue abnormalities, or structural defects in the uterine environment and communicate an awareness of
disturbed functioning through dream imagery, which is sometimes fairly literal, sometimes symbolic. Dreams can sometimes act as nocturnalsonograms and relay visual images that bear a symbolic resemblance to the mysterious events transpiring in the mother’s womb.” In his 1989
study Oriental Birth Dreams, Fred Jeremy Seligson presents statistical figures on the frequencies of primary dream symbols in conception
dreams (taemong) indicating the genders, personality characteristics and future careers of the children they represent. Dream theorists andresearchers such as Patricia Garfield, Robert Moss and Eileen Stukane echo many of Van de Castle’s and Seligson’s findings and assertions,indicating the prodromic, diagnostic effects of birth dreams, and likening them to a form of pre-modern sonography. With attention to thespiritual, psychological and biological aspects of birth dreams, their medical applications, epistolary, and poetic forms, this workshop begins
with a brief examination of their nature as personal mythologies. Through discussion and analysis of a variety of taemong both classical andmodern, participants will gain an understanding of the common narrative building blocks of these genealogical stories. We will then apply theseelements to compose our own birth dreams both individually and collaboratively.

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NotesSunday,April 2
Parallel Sessions
All times are in Japan Standard Time (UTC+9)

Abstracts appear as originally submitted by the author. Any spelling, grammatical, or
typographical errors are those of the author.

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Featured Discussion: Dani S. Bassett & Perry Zurn

Curious about Curiosity

Sunday, April 2, 2023 | 09:25-10:15 | Room 703

In this interactive, interdisciplinary plenary interview and discussion, Perry Zurn and Dani S. Bassett
introduce their new theory of curiosity as a relational or "network" practice. For them, curiosity is not
so much a capacity to acquire new information as it is a capacity to connect.
The presentation and discussion will also explore curiosity's centrality to the humanities and the sciences,
its important connections to human cognitive as well as affective functions, and the implications of thistransformative approach to curiosity for education and our collectively curious futures.
Participants, both online and in-person in Tokyo, are encouraged to contribute questions andcomments.

Dani S. Bassett
Professor Bassett is the J. Peter Skirkanich Professor at the
University of Pennsylvania, with appointments in the Departmentsof Bioengineering, Electrical & Systems Engineering, Physics &Astronomy, Neurology, and Psychiatry. They are also an external
professor at the Santa Fe Institute. Bassett is most well-known forblending neural and systems engineering to identify fundamental
mechanisms of cognition and disease in human brain networks.
They received a BS in physics from Penn State University and a
PhD in Physics from the University of Cambridge, UK as a Churchill
Scholar, and as an NIH Health Sciences Scholar.
Following a postdoctoral position at UC Santa Barbara, Bassett was a Junior Research Fellow at theSage Center for the Study of the Mind. They have received multiple prestigious awards, including
American Psychological Association's ‘Rising Star’ (2012), Alfred P Sloan Research Fellow (2014),
MacArthur Fellow Genius Grant (2014), Early Academic Achievement Award from the IEEE Engineeringin Medicine and Biology Society (2015), Office of Naval Research Young Investigator (2015), National
Science Foundation CAREER (2016), Popular Science Brilliant 10 (2016), Lagrange Prize in Complex
Systems Science (2017), Erdos-Renyi Prize in Network Science (2018), OHBM Young InvestigatorAward (2020), AIMBE College of Fellows (2020), American Physical Society Fellow (2021), and has
been named one of Web of Science's most Highly Cited Researchers for 3 years running.
Bassett is the author of more than 400 peer-reviewed publications, which have garnered over 40,000
citations, as well as numerous book chapters and teaching materials. Bassett’s work has been
supported by the National Science Foundation, the National Institutes of Health, the Army Research
Office, the Army Research Laboratory, the Office of Naval Research, the Department of Defense,
the Alfred P Sloan Foundation, the John D and Catherine T MacArthur Foundation, the Paul Allen
Foundation, the ISI Foundation, and the Center for Curiosity. Bassett has recently co-authored Curious
Minds: The Power of Connection (MIT Press) with philosopher and twin Perry Zurn.
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Perry Zurn
Perry Zurn is Associate Professor of Philosophy at American
University, and affiliate faculty in the Department of CriticalRace, Gender, and Culture Studies. Zurn will be a Society Fellow
at Cornell University in '23-‘24 and a visiting scholar at the
University of Pennsylvania in ‘24-‘25. He researches primarily inpolitical philosophy, critical theory, and transgender studies, andcollaborates in psychology and network neuroscience. He is theauthor of Curiosity and Power: The Politics of Inquiry (2021) andthe co-author of Curious Minds: The Power of Connection (2022).
He is also the co-editor of Active Intolerance: Michel Foucault, thePrisons Information Group, and the Future of Abolition (2016), Carceral Notebooks 12 (2017), Curiosity
Studies: A New Ecology of Knowledge (2020) and Intolerable: Writings from Michel Foucault and thePrisons Information Group, 1970-1980 (2021). Zurn is currently at work on a new monograph, How
We Make Each Other: Trans Poetics at the Edge of the University (under contract, Duke University
Press), and co-editing Trans Philosophy: Meaning and Mattering (under review). Zurn is the author
or coauthor of 75+ additional publications in philosophy, political theory, trans studies, and network
science and has given 150+ talks at local, national, and international venues. Zurn’s work has beenfeatured in 50+ podcast, radio, and television shows, as well as in mainstream news outlets such as
The Guardian. His work has been generously funded by the American Philosophical Association, theCenter for Curiosity, the Hypatia Diversity Fund, the Lee Somers Fund, and the Mellon Foundation.
Zurn’s previous appointments include Research Associate at the Five College Women’s Studies
Research Center and Postdoctoral Fellow at the University of Pennsylvania’s Center for Curiosity in
the School of Social Policy and Practice.

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10:30-12:10 | Room 703

Sunday Onsite Presentation Session 1
Mental Health
Session Chair: Piyaorn Wajanatinapart

10:30-10:55
67505 | Development of a Character-Strengths Based Coaching Program for Health Workers to Address Their Work Stress andBurnout in Rural India

Azaz Khan, Sangath India, India
Lochan Sharma, Sangath India, India
Surbhi Agrawal, Sangath India, India
Sneha Rani Nayak, Sangath India, India
Ameya Bondre, Sangath India, India
Deepak Kumar Tugnawat, Sangath India, India
While frontline workers in India such as the ‘Accredited Social Health Activists (ASHAs)’ delivering primary health care at the village-level,
experience high levels of work-related stress and burnout, we know little about the potential of interventions leveraging individual characterstrengths to help them respond to stress. Our study describes a systematic approach to designing and developing a character-strengths
based coaching program (workshop) for ASHAs to help reduce their burnout and improve their delivery of routine services. Over 11 months,
we conducted formative work, developed the program blueprint, coaching content, a ‘pre-pilot’ workshop with ASHAs and focus groups
discussions(by a separate team) with workshop participants, followed by thematic analysis to inform program modifications. The final
material consisted of a ‘content manual’ (for ASHAs) with four modules including character-strengths based ‘strategies’ to address challenges/
stressors arising out of various situations at the health facilities, village communities and domestic/home settings; and ‘facilitator manual’having session-wise detailed instructions, list of ‘energizers’, and plans for the workshop operations. Consistent efforts were made to tailor
the case-examples and session activities (e.g., roleplays, videos, reflections or discussion-based activities) to the local culture and context.
This study illustrates a step-wise methodology to combine the evidence-based character-strengths approaches with iterative feedback fromstakeholders (ASHAs) to develop a face-to-face coaching program aiming to reduce their stress and burnout, tailored to a rural low-resource
setting. Further research is needed to evaluate the effectiveness of this program in reducing burnout among ASHAs, while considering whether
its development can be replicated in similar global settings.
10:55-11:20
67771 | A Phenomenological Study of the Impact of Orphanhood Towards Adults on Life Success
Kathleen Joy Carizo, University of Santo Tomas, Philippines
Clarissa Delariarte, University of Santo Tomas, Philippines
Orphans wholly experience devastating life challenges. The effects of parental loss made and continuously make enormous changes in their
beings resulting in multidimensional psychological problems. Several studies explain that becoming an orphan gives adverse negative impacts
on one’s well-being in various aspects. Considering this, the researcher sought to know that since literature says that orphan children develop
poor well-being due to orphanhood, how come there are still some who become successful adults in later years? This study investigatedthoroughly the lived experiences of double orphan children who turned out to be successful adults later on in life. The researcher explored indepth the experiences of four (4) orphaned adults who lost both parents during their childhood. Participants were aged 30 to 60 years old andhad a stable life – in terms of their physiological, social, mental, psychological, financial, and professional needs already being established.
Qualitative Research with Phenomenology was utilized as a research design. Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis (IPA) was used as a data
analysis procedure with a retrospective approach. Preliminary analyses have revealed that – although true that double orphans experienced
multidimensional psychological distress (as a consequence of parental loss in early life), faith (in God, and in self) served a principal role in theirsurvival and eventual success in life. This reveals that Filipino beliefs and values related to spirituality and faith help to transform one's difficulties
into life success. These results will help devise a program proposal centralized in addressing the needs of current Filipino orphan children.
11:20-11:45
68134 | Reported Psychological Difficulties and Social Alienation Through Pandemic Years Among College Instructors andStudents in Philippines

Paul DuongTran, California State University Dominguez Hills, United States
Gina Casi, Baguio Central University, Philippines
Hilario Sanglay, Baguio Central University, Philippines
Purpose Nearly three years after the emergence of a virulent SARS-2 virus (or COVID-19) from the Wuhan epicenter, very little is known of thepandemic’s impact on the coping resources, psychological stress, and mental health outcomes among university students and instructors
starting from the first public-health quarantines in early 2020. This presentation will demonstrate the profound and severe effects on the mental
well-being and social functioning of university students and instructional faculty in the northern province of the Luzon island of the Philippines.
Methods Instructors (N = 25) and students (N = 221), enrolled at Baguio Central University, responded to a web-based questionnaire designed
to assess: financial resources and difficulties, knowing family or friend suffered or treated for infection, mental and physical health concerns
and appropriate care, worries about COVID-19 threats and their coping skills. These questions were framed to the major time events related the
pandemic: before quarantines began in 2020, from 2020 to end of 2021, early 2022 to present. The timeframe attempts to capture the multiple
infectious waves leading to the full quarantine removals in February of 2022. Results and Implications We will present descriptive and inferential
statistics to demonstrate the incidence rates of mental health problems and their relationships to gender, work/student status, financial
resources. Social functioning will also be examined. For example, 86% of students who were depressed, between 2020 and end of 2021, knew
someone depressed during the same period. We will discuss the important implications from the research findings to guide planning.
11:45-12:10
68697 | Mental Health Literacy and Perceived Intrinsic Motivation About Mental Health Care of Village Health Volunteers in

ThailandPiyaorn Wajanatinapart, Suranaree University of Technology, Thailand
Village health volunteers (VHVs) as frontlines who live and provide care for people in the community. They work with health care providers
in primary care settings to screen and promote health knowledge. The VHVs usually focus on physical health promotion and prevention. For
example, they check blood pressure of people for screening hypertension. However, some of the VHVs feel unconfident and lack knowledge ofmental health care. The experimental research was developed to examine the effectiveness of the mental health program to promote mental
health literacy and perceived intrinsic motivation about mental health care before, immediately after, and after program 1 month and 3 monthsof the VHVs. The mean age of the VHVs was 53.35 years (SD = 8.17). Most of the VHVs did not have experiences to provide care for psychiatricpersons (93.3%). They were randomly divided to two groups (30 persons per group). The experimental group received the mental healthprogram. The VHVs had mental health literacy at the good level. The experimental group perceived intrinsic motivation about mental healthcare significantly different from the control group immediately after at.01 and after 1 month at .05. But, mental health literacy of both groups
had not significantly different. In conclusion, the metal health program would be helpful to enhance perceived intrinsic motivation about mental
health care of the VHVs. Moreover, the VHVs should improve belief, perception, and management of mental health problems to promote mental
health well-being of people in communities.

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Sunday Onsite Presentation Session 2
Communication & Psychology
Session Chair: Davide Cannata

13:10-13:35
68603 | Jokes and Quarrels: A Cross-Cultural Investigation of Humor and Conflict Transformation in Groups
Andreea Gheorghe, Babes-Bolyai University, Romania
Petru Lucian Curseu, Open Universiteit, Netherlands
Oana Catalina Fodor, Babes-Bolyai University, Romania
This study is the first to explore the multilevel interplay of humor and intragroup conflict in cross-cultural settings and shows how various typesof humor can shape the emergence of conflict and its transformation. More specifically, we investigated the relationship between different stylesof humorous communication (i.e. controlling and liberating) and the type of conflict (i.e. task, process and relationship) that emerges in groupcontexts. We also examine whether a different cultural context (low power distance vs high power distance) moderates the association between
controlling humor and relationship conflict. We collected data using a survey from 536 participants from two different countries (Romania and The
Netherlands) that were working in a group in organizations from various sectors. Supporting our hypotheses, multi-level data analyses show thatliberating humor has a positive association with task conflict, while controlling humor has a positive association with both process and relationshipconflict. Moreover, task and conflict mediates the relationship between liberating humor and relationship conflict, while process conflict mediates
the relationship between controlling humor and relationship conflict. The hypothesis regarding the moderating effect of the different culturalcontext was not supported by the data. The findings of our study can contribute to the literature on conflict transformation in groups, as well as
help managers and organizational consultants understand how certain patterns of interpersonal communication can lead to divergent opinions
and escalate into relationship conflicts that are harmful for the group.
13:35-14:00
68949 | Consequences of Friendship at Workplace, Psychological Safety, and Thriving at Work Towards Innovative Working

Behaviors

Sasitorn Naenudorn, Srinakharinwirot University, Thailand
At present, a technological advancement is an important instrument in measuring advantages of business competition. Personnel of theorganization is a pivotal key to the organizational development. Promoting innovative behaviors in the workplace are conducive to creativities anddriving the idea to reality. It is an important strategy leading to the designated goals of the organization. This research aims to study consequencesof friendship at workplace, psychological safety, and thriving at work towards innovative working behaviors among personnel of telecommunicationand communication service provider in Thailand. The samples were full-time employees who had been working for more than 2 years. The data
were collected by a proportional stratified random sampling from 240 personnel. The data were analyzed using multiple regression analysis
system. The results of this study are consistent with the research hypothesis. The friendship at workplace, psychological safety and thriving at
work have a significant influence on innovative behaviors at work. This research can be applied in policy formulation, planning, and personnel
development of organization to have more innovative behaviors at work. Increasing the level of friendship at workplace among personnel within
the organization creates psychological safety and thriving at work.
14:00-14:25
68944 | Confidence and Meta-Accuracy of Cross-Cultural Personality Judgments
Davide Cannata, University of Galway, Ireland
Denis O'Hora, University of Galway, Ireland
Haojiang Ying, University of Soochow, China
Luca Fusco, University of Napoli Parthenope, Italy
Humans use nonverbal information to make quick judgments about others’ dispositions (Breil et al., 2021; Cannata et al., 2022). Interpersonal
judgments of personality are known to be to some extent accurate (Ambady et al., 1995; Connelly & Ones, 2010). However, some factors related tothe target and the judge, such as their cultural similarity (Funder, 2012; Letzring, 2010) moderate the accuracy of these judgments. An understudied
aspect of personality judgments relates to how confident judges are about the accuracy of their guesses (Gill et al., 1998; Praetorius et al., 2013).
Based on previous literature on confidence, we identify three factors likely to influence confidence ratings: a. Amount of information, which we
operationalised as targets’ expressiveness; b. Familiarity with the targets in terms of ethnicity and cultural background; c. Task fluency (which we
operationalised as reaction time). Furthermore, we aimed to measure the meta-accuracy of personality judgments, which indicates if people are
more accurate in recognising personality when their confidence is higher (Petty et al., 2007). Previous research suggests in the similar domain
of face recognition indicates that people are not good at interpersonal meta-accuracy (Ames et al., 2010). We aim to replicate the findings in across-cultural context. The research will use data (at the collection stage) from 70+ Italian and 70+ Chinese participants judging 30 seconds muted
videos of 50 Chinese and 50 Italian targets. We will use two multi-level models to test our hypothesis about confidence and meta-accuracy. We
discuss the practical and theoretical implications of the findings.

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Sunday Onsite Presentation Session 3
Aging and Psychology
Session Chair: Amit Shrira

14:40-15:05
67532 | Family Strength and Well–Being During Unemployment
Shofura, Universitas Gadjah Mada, Indonesia
Diana Setiyawati, Universitas Gadjah Mada, Indonesia
Unemployment is one of the phenomena that is increasingly happening during the pandemic. Previous studies on job loss and unemployment
have found various adverse psychological effects on individuals and their family members. Even so, the role of the family in this phenomenon
still needs to be widely known, especially in dealing with negative psychological impacts. This study aims to find out how families can survive instressful conditions, especially in experiencing layoffs during the pandemic, and its effect on psychological states. We use a mixed method with an
explanatory sequential design that starts with a quantitative phase, then a qualitative phase, and ends with the integration process. Our statisticalanalysis found a significant positive correlation between family strength and psychological well-being, r(42)=0.579, ρ=0.00. The qualitative analysis
then found the support provided by the family and their relation to positive changes in the relationship between family members. Finally, theresults of the integration process show that there are contradictory roles of the family when experiencing financial problems. On the one hand, thefamily provides various kinds of support (e.g., being involved in problem-solving, providing emotional support, encouraging spiritual coping, andbeing united during difficult times). On the other hand, family members also make demands to meet the cost of daily necessities and stimulate
negative emotions. The results of this study are essential as the basis of psychological interventions by public or private institutions for families
experiencing financial problems such as losing their jobs and unemployment.
15:05-15:30
68686 | An Intergenerational Study of Parental Bonding on Perceptions of Parental and Spousal Criticism and Marital Relationship Quality
Michelle Jin Yee Neoh, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore
An An Lieu, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore
Enrico Perinelli, University of Trento, Italy
Jan Paolo Macapinlac Balagtas, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore
Moon-Ho Ringo Ho, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore
Gianluca Esposito, University of Trento, Italy
Criticism is a destructive conflict behaviour which has been associated with poor relationship outcomes in both parent-child and marital relationships.
However, the role of the individual’s perception of parental and spousal criticism in influencing the perceptions of criticism of other members in thefamily unit have not been examined. This study investigated the associations between parental bonding and perceptions of parental and spousal
criticism across generations. 134 married parent-dyads (G2) and one child (G3) of each dyad were recruited. G2 parent participants completed
the Perceived Criticism measure for their parents (G1) and spouses, the Parental Bonding Instrument and Quality of Marriage Index. G3 children
participants completed the Perceived Criticism measure for their parents (G2). Path analysis found that G2 perceptions of parental bonding weresignificant predictors of G2’s perceptions of G1 parental criticism, which significantly predicted both G2’s perceptions of spousal criticism and G3’s
perceptions of G2 parental criticism. Perceptions of spousal criticism were also found to predict marital relationship quality. Findings highlightthe intergenerational transmission of perceptions of criticism across relationships in the family unit, providing support that parenting practices
and communication patterns in one generation can predict those in the next generation. Future studies can look to replicate the findings in othercultures and include further investigations into sibling relationships as well.
15:30-15:55
66917 | Rehabilitation Outcomes following Fractures as a Function of Patients’ and Healthcare Personnel’s Subjective Views of Aging
Amit Shrira, Bar-Ilan University, Israel
Subjective views of aging (VoA) refer to individuals’ perceptions, attitudes, or expectations of their own age and aging process (e.g., subjective
age - the age individuals feel), as well as of old age and older adults in general (e.g., ageist attitudes). The effect of VoA on health outcomesis well established, yet this effect was rarely examined among older adults undergoing hospitalization or rehabilitation. Moreover, the additiveeffect of healthcare personnel’s ageist attitudes on treatment outcomes is unknown. Accordingly, these effects were examined within older adults
hospitalized for osteoporotic fractures – a frequent late-life condition with cardinal functional implications. Establishing the effect of patients’ andhealthcare personnel’s VoA on rehabilitation outcomes following fractures would pave the way to account for VoA when designing rehabilitation
protocols and interventions. Study 1 (N=147 patients, mean age=79.3) showed that feeling younger at admission to hospitalization predicted
better rehabilitation outcomes at discharge (assessed by the Functional Independence Measure). The reverse effect of functional independence atadmission to hospitalization on subjective age at discharge was non-significant. Study 2 (N=52 patients, mean age=81.8, and N=55 hospital staff
members, mean age=32.3) replicated these findings with additional VoA indices, and further demonstrated that rehabilitation outcomes were better
when occupational and physical therapists reported low levels of ageist attitudes. The findings suggest that patients’ and healthcare personnel’s
VoA are relevant to rehabilitation outcomes. Findings suggest that successful rehabilitation may be promoted by reducing negative VoA.
15:55-16:20
69369 | Topographic Organization of Hippocampus Cortical Integration Unveiled With Functional Gradients: Links to Age, Memory

and Dopamine

Alireza Salami, Karolinska Institute and Umea University, Sweden
Kristin Nordin, Karolinska Institute, Sweden
Robin Pedersen, Umeå University, Sweden
Jarkko Johansson, Umeå University, Sweden
Hippocampus is a complex structure with broad implications for various cognitive processes, including memory. Previous studies have reported overlapping
anatomical and functional organizations in the hippocampus, reflecting the medial-lateral as well as the longitudinal axes. However, age-related alterationsin these organizations and their links to behavioral and molecular phenotypes are unclear. Using a connectopic mapping approach on a resting-state fMRI
data from 180 participants (20-79 years), we identified two modes of long-axis organization reflecting a gradual anterior-posterior variations as well as theunimodal-transmodal microscale cortical organization. Both gradients were age-sensitive such that less distinctive transition in functional connectivity (FC)along their axes was observed. Critically, older individuals with youth-like gradient organizations exhibited more efficient memory processing compared toage-matched counterparts with less distinctive FC transition. Moreover, the topological organization of the unimodal-trasmodal gradients was associatedwith underlying distribution of postsynaptic dopamine D1 receptor, suggesting a shared organizational principle within the hippocampus. Finally, youth-likefunctional gradient profile was concomitant with youth-like distribution of hippocampal D1 receptor in older age. Taken together, our results identify distinct
overlapping modes of cortical FC within the hippocampus and highlight the importance of maintained hippocampus organization in older age.

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Sunday Onsite Presentation Session 1
Psychology and Education
Session Chair: Rui-Ting Huang

10:30-10:55
68838 | Diversity Experiences and Interdisciplinary: How Much Courses Diversity Affects the Communication and Collaborative

Problem-Solving Ability?

Joying Chu, National Tsing Hua University, Taiwan
Ding-En Huang, National Tsing Hua University, Taiwan
This study investigates how course diversity, interactional diversity, and structural diversity are correlated with students’ cultivation incommunications and collaborative problem-solving. The subject of this study is a university with a high level of interdisciplinary education in
Taiwan. Empirical results are obtained by using a regression approach that adapts to the heterogeneity in the error term. On this basis, threeresearch questions are examined in this study. First, what factors are related to student course diversity? Second, to what extent does course
diversity affect students' communication skills and CPS? Third, would interactive diversity play a moderating role in the correlation between course
diversity and students' communication and CPS skills?
The results of this study found that the attainment of course diversity can benefit students in cultivating their skills in communication andcollaborative problem-solving, and that interactional diversity positively moderates this benefit. Our results support the faith that schools should
construct their educational system which can facilitate students to seek a balance on courses on-department, off-department on-college, and offcollege, and participate in more extracurricular activities so that students can receive better cultivation in their communication and collaborative
problem-solving abilities. Finally, based on the findings of this study, we propose interpretations and suggestions, and we expect the results to be
indicative of pioneering empirical research on higher education institutions, which can be a reference for other domestic and Asian universities
looking to advocate interdisciplinary learning education.
10:55-11:20
67453 | Exploring Evidence-based Practices in Social Emotional Learning Programs Through the Lens of Educators: A Global

Perspective

Purwai Pravah, CHRIST University, India
Viju P.D., CHRIST University, India
Introduction: With the recent developments in the integration of Social Emotional Learning (SEL) programs across various school curriculums,
there is an emergence of various topics of relevance and strategies applied by educators in the field of education and mental health to inculcatesocial and emotional skills in school children. Purpose: The present study was conducted to understand current SEL interventions, programs andcurriculum used in school settings across various regions in India and outside. The study also aimed at gaining field based knowledge of thevarious frameworks and techniques developed and adapted under SEL. Method: A qualitative approach was used to analyse semi-structured, indepth interviews with 12 participants selected by means of purposive sampling. The participants were educators from leading organisations ofIndia working in the area of SEL namely; The Teacher Foundation, Labhya Foundation among others. Thematic analysis was used to categorize andanalyse data. Results: 5 themes and 10 sub-themes were identified: Educator’s experience (Personal and cultural factors, Challenges in teaching),
SEL Curriculum (Session structure and techniques, Trainings on SEL, Adaptation of framework, India specific curriculum, Additional services),
Government initiatives (Stakeholders), Assessment of SEL curriculum (Emerging tools) and Background of children (student engagement, student
responses). Conclusion: Outcome and key implications of the study are related primarily to develop a deeper understanding of current SEL practices
and also to highlight the evidence-based practices used by educators in enhancing SEL skills in school students.
11:20-11:45
68290 | Examine the Impact of Proactive Personality and Environmental Awareness on College Students’ Pro-environmental

Behaviors

Rui-Ting Huang, National Chung Hsing University, Taiwan
Although there are many pro-environmental and green studies, relatively little effort has been made to investigate the connections between proactive
personality, environmental awareness, and proenvironmental behaviors. 316 college students in Taiwan participated in this study, and the partial leastsquares structural equation modeling (PLS-SEM) analysis was performed to evaluate the connections between proactive personality, environmental
awareness, and pro-environmental behaviors. The study findings have revealed that environmental awareness could be positively linked toconservation style, land stewardship, and social environmentalism, but not associated with environmental citizenship. Additionally, it has beenfound that proactive personality could be positively connected with environmental awareness, conservation style, land stewardship, environmental
citizenship, and social environmentalism. The theoretical and practical suggestions are provided to enhance pro-environmental behaviors.

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Sunday Onsite Presentation Session 2
Focus on Teachers
Session Chair: Hui Wang

13:10-13:35
66381 | Burning Out in the Time of COVID-19: Teacher Vulnerability and Psychological Wellbeing
Anita Padmanabhanunni, University of the Western Cape, South Africa
Tyrone Pretorius, University of the Western Cape, South Africa
Nita Lawton-Misra, University of the Western Cape, South Africa
The educational landscape has undergone rapid and significant changes due to the COVID-19 pandemic and its containment measures.
Teachers at the forefront of the education system had to adapt to unprecedented shifts in their work-related roles and responsibilities including
adapting to remote online learning and increased workloads, motivating their students and negotiating the personal impact of the pandemic.
Few studies have investigated the mental health impact of the pandemic on teachers in developing countries in Africa. In these contexts, there
is considerable inequity in access to digital technology, appropriate school infrastructure and personal protective equipment. These factors canimpact on teacher’s capacity to promote to continuity of the education system. The current study investigated (i) the factors that render South
African teachers more vulnerable to burnout and (ii) the psychological consequences of burnout. Participants (N=355) were school teachers whocompleted the Perceived Vulnerability to Disease Questionnaire, the Fear of COVID-19 Scale, the Role Orientation Questionnaire, the Maslach
Burnout Inventory, the Centre for Epidemiological Depression Scale, the Beck Hopelessness Scale, the Satisfaction with Life Scale and the trait
scale of the State-Trait Anxiety Inventory. The results of multiple regression showed that fear of COVID-19, role ambiguity and role conflict weresignificant predictors of emotional exhaustion and depersonalization while perceived infectability and role ambiguity significantly predictedpersonal accomplishment. The dimensions of burnout were significant predictors of depression, hopelessness, anxiety and life satisfaction. The
results of the study highlight the necessity of building teacher resilience through multi-level individual and institutional strategies.
13:35-14:00
69054 | The Research of Teacher Working Overtime and the Impact on Teacher Commitment
Chia-Lin Tsai, Nei-Hu Elementary School, Taiwan
The issues of teacher working overtime have been widely discussed and become a worldwide phenomenon. In Taiwan, the conditions of teacher
working overtime have increasing gradually, since teachers are responsible for both teaching and administrative work simultaneously. Indeed, theproblems of working overtime not only negatively influence teachers’ well-being and job satisfaction, but also ultimately deteriorate the teachingquality. This research aims to investigate the conditions of teachers working overtime and their impact on teacher commitment.
A self-developed questionnaire was adopted as the major research instrument consisting of three sections. The first section aimed to elicit participants’demographic information. The second section was designed to analyze the number of teachers’ weekly extra working hour. The third section focusedon teacher commitment by using 5-point Likert scale. Questionnaires were delivered to 60 primary school teachers, with the return rate of 96.7%.
Several valuable results were revealed through this research. First, the average of primary teachers’ extra working hours is above 10 implying teachersin Taiwan have to work nearly 20% hours more than its statuary working time. Especially, teachers spend the most extra time on preparing lessons
and dealing with administrative work respectively, both accounted for more than 2.5 hours weekly. Second, the average scores of organizational andprofessional commitment ranged from 3.5 to 4.5 out of 5, closing to the option of “partly agree”. Third, extra working hours of marking homework havea significant negative impact on professional commitment. These results were highlighted and discussed further in this study.
14:00-14:25
69129 | Investigating the Effectiveness of a Wellness Program for Hong Kong Preservice Teachers
Hui Wang, The Education University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong
Arita Wing Yan Chan, The Education University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong
Chloe Tsz Nin Leigh, The Education University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong
Naz Böke, McGill University, Canada
Nancy Heath, McGill University, Canada
Background and Aims: Statistics showed that Hong Kong teachers are experiencing very high levels of occupational stress and many reported depressive
symptoms. This study aims to evaluate the acceptability and effectiveness of a wellness program named Regulating Emotions and Stress in pre-Service
Teachers – Hong Kong (RESST-HK).
Participants: The study involved 60 preservice teachers from a major teacher education university in Hong Kong, including 32 in the program group and
28 in the comparison group.
Methods: Participants in the program group received two training sessions (with each being 2.5 hours) and completed surveys consisting standardized
measures of coping efficacy and mental health immediately before, immediately after, and one month after the program. The comparison groupcompleted the surveys three times without participating in any sessions. Results were compared between the groups concerning their coping efficacy
and mental health.
Results: Program participants had a significantly higher score on copy efficacy than the comparison group, immediately after, and one month after
program completion. They also reported greater mental health than the comparison group, immediately after, and one month after the program
completion. Program satisfaction was high, with 96.9% of the participants rating the overall program as good or excellent and 100% indicating that theylearned a medium amount or a lot in the RESST-HK program.
Conclusion: Results showed high acceptability and great effectiveness of RESST-HK in improving preservice teachers’ mental health and coping efficacy.

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Sunday Onsite Presentation Session 3
Focus on Teachers
Session Chair: Thi-Gam Phan

14:40-15:05
69018 | Are Teachers Willing to Change? Teachers’ Beliefs About Practice Change in Vietnam
Thi-Gam Phan, National Dong Hwa University, Taiwan
Wei-Yu Liu, National Dong Hwa University, Taiwan
Teacher belief is an essential element of education which guides teachers to deal with challenges in instructing, shaping the classroom
environment, and influencing students’ motivation and in-class achievement. However, various factors inside and outside the classroom
may influence teachers’ beliefs, particularly social-related pressure that makes them comply with their colleagues, curriculum, and student
performances. Teachers’ beliefs may also be shaped and changed contextually, leading to an incomplete portrait of teacher beliefs, particularly
regarding their classroom practice at different levels of education. Thus, this qualitative study explores how teachers’ beliefs are constructedin the Vietnamese context. The five participants include three in-service teachers and two pre-service teachers across disciplines and school/
education levels in Vietnam with different stages of experiences. The analysis of semi-structured interviews investigated the Vietnamese teachers’
beliefs based on differences between pre-service and in-service teachers through five case studies. Findings revealed that the instructed classeducation level, the teachers’ differences in experiences, and school types influenced how participants conducted their classroom practices.
Their outcomes emphasized either students’ engagement or students’ academic performance. Moreover, the findings also highlighted factors
contributing to participants’ changes in instruction practice, mainly their strong beliefs in the theory-practice relationship and “achievement
syndrome.” The study provides some suggestions concerning the influences of social and political factors inside classrooms.
15:05-15:30
68929 | Teachers’ Instructional and Emotional Support Promotes Students’ School Belonging: A Multilevel Perspective
Hui Wang, The Education University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong
Facilitating students’ school belonging is important as it not only promotes better student academic motivation and achievement, but also
fosters greater student psychological functioning, including better life satisfaction, mental health, and less emotional distress, that eventually
benefits schools and society more generally. Teachers interact with their students on a daily basis, thus have substantial impact on their students’development of school belonging. The current study adopts the multilevel perspective, investigating the influences of teachers’ instructional
support (i.e., cognitive activation and clarity of instruction) and emotional support (i.e., enthusiasm and care) on their students’ school belonging.
The data included 882 secondary students in Hong Kong and their 114 teachers. Results from multilevel modeling suggested that, at the betweenlevel (class-level), greater teacher instructional support (clarity of instruction) was associated with greater class school belonging. At the withinperson level (student-level), perceiving greater emotioanl support from teachers (teacher caring) was associated with individual student’s
school belonging. Moreover, teachers who reported greater job satisfaction than others reported providing greater instructional support to theirstudents. Full mediation was observed with clarity of instruction mediating the relationship between teacher job satisfaction and their class’s
school belonging. Results from the present study underscore the importance of teacher job satisfaction and instructional support in promoting
the whole class’s school belonging and the importance of teacher care in promoting each individual student’s school belonging.
15:30-15:55
68199 | Promoting Teachers’ Self-Efficacy and Knowledge About Equitable Small Group Conversations Through Professional

Development

Lois Yamauchi, University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa, United States
Seongah Im, University of Hawai‘i, United States
Mary Lennon, University of Hawai‘i, United States
Ateisha Norton, University of Hawai‘i, United States
Conceptualized as four domains, Instructional Conversations for Equitable Participation (ICEPs) are small group classroom discussions that
include everyone in the conversation and integrate all students’ everyday and cultural experiences. Fifteen teachers from four schools in Hawai‘iengaged in professional development (PD) designed to promote use of ICEPs. The teachers met weekly in teams at their schools to learn
about and use ICEPs. Although they met monthly with university-based consultants, the teachers set agendas and facilitated the meetings.
The purpose of this study was to determine which aspects of the PD most influenced teachers’ knowledge of ICEPs and how their participationin the activities affected their teaching self-efficacy. Analysis of meeting transcripts suggested that ICEP knowledge was influenced by the
number of domains covered, practice calibrating the ICEP rubrics and teachers’ applications of the ICEP rubrics to classroom practice. A
self-efficacy survey was administered at the beginning and end of the PD. Mixed-effects modeling using the subscale scores indicated thatteachers' self-efficacy regarding instructional strategies, classroom management, and student engagement became more homogenous andsignificantly increased over time. Specific changes were found regarding teachers’ self-efficacy to (a) implement alternative strategies; (b)differentiate instruction for individual students; (c) make clear expectations about student behavior; (d) establish routines to keep activities
running smoothly; (e) motivate students with low interest in schoolwork; and (f) "get through" to the most difficult students. The authors are
currently analyzing classroom video recordings to determine the quality of ICEPs enacted by teachers in this study.

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Sunday Onsite Presentation Session 1
Mental Health
Session Chair: Soyeon Kim

10:30-10:55
67699 | Reaching Out and Opening Up: A Sequential Explanatory Investigation on Expressive Inhibition Among Selected Filipino

University Students With MH Concerns

Bonn Justin Esguerra Jr., University of Santo Tomas, Philippines
Clarissa Delariarte, University of Santo Tomas, Philippines
Mental health (MH) issues have been rising – both internationally and locally. Depression (DEP), anxiety (ANX), and suicidality (SCD) havebeen highlighted as most prevalent – especially amongst the youth. Despite disconcerting figures, young individuals do not always seek forhelp. Barriers to help-seeking (HS) outweigh perceived benefits of accessing psychological care. This Sequential Explanatory research sought
to explore deeper into Expressive Inhibition (EI) – by first (1) establishing its prevalence, through correlational examinations of MH concernsand HS intentions; and then (2) unraveling its essence, through interpretative phenomenological investigations upon the nature and meanings
of EI. Preliminary findings revealed that EI exists – as substantiated by the presence of MH concerns (i.e., moderate to severe prevalence of
DEP-ANX-SCD symptoms), but relative absence of HS behaviors (i.e., low general HS intentions, and actual HS behaviors typically among
informal avenues alone). Significant correlations (p<0.01) demonstrated that higher intensities of MH concerns were associated with lower HS
intentions (HSI). This was consistent across Informal (DEPxIHSI: rs=-0.34; ANXxIHSI: rs=-0.29; SCDxIHSI: rs=-0.45) and Formal (DEPxFHSI: rs=0.28; ANXxFHSI: rs=-0.27; SCDxFHSI: rs=-0.26) help-seeking alike. It is this phenomenon of EI that complicated the youth’s rapidly deteriorating
MH state even further – as MH concerns were not only unaddressed (i.e., due to lack of awareness, affirmation, access, etc.); but deliberately
unexpressed (i.e., due to fears of invalidation, vulnerability, hurting others, etc.). These findings suggest that more work is needed – not only tohelp students reach out; but also to open up, and express themselves without inhibition.
10:55-11:20
68604 | Effect of Life Purpose Program on Juvenile Delinquents with a History of Alcohol Use Detained at the Juvenile Detention

CentreKarnsunaphat Balthip, Prince of Songkla University, Thailand
Chutarat Sathrapanya, Prince of Songkla University, Thailand
Napakkawat Buathong, Prince of Songkla University, Thailand
Sirimas Phoomchaiya, Prince of Songkla University, Thailand
Sarana Suwanruangsri, Prince of Songkla University, Thailand
Palida Nudla, Prince of Songkla University, Thailand
This quasi-experimental research aimed to examine the effect of the life purpose (PIL) program on Juvenile Delinquents with a history ofalcohol use detained at the Juvenile Detention Centre. Two Juvenile Detention Centers, located in southern Thailand, were selected by simple
random sampling. The activities were conducted from June to August 2022. The follow-up process was conducted twice in October andDecember 2022.
The experimental group received the PIL program for 8 weeks. The control group received the routine care program. Participants’ wellness wasmeasured using the Wellness Scale (WS). The WS was tested for reliability with 30 juvenile delinquents, using Cronbach’s alpha coefficient,which yielded a value of 0.92. The demographic data were analyzed using descriptive statistics. A comparison of differences in demographic
data of the two groups was analyzed using inferential statistics. A comparison of differences in WS scores of the two groups was analyzed
using an independent sample t-test. The longitudinal data of WS were analyzed using a multilevel mixed effects model.
The findings revealed that the mean scores of wellness of the experimental group were higher statistically significant than the control groupat Follow up 1 and Follow up 2, t = -6.101 (p<0.001) and t = -2.856 (p<0.008) respectively. When analyzing longitudinal data to study the change
in the mean score on WS by controlling the influence of variables found that the experimental group had a change in the WS score statisticallysignificant (β =3.746, p=0.037).
11:20-11:45
68658 | Screen Time and Social-Emotional Competencies Among Youth: Can Mindfulness Play a Role?
Soyeon Kim, McMaster University, Canada
Stephanie Munten, Waypoint Centre for Mental Healthcare, Canada
Shavon Stafford, Waypoint Centre fore Mental Healthcare, Canada
Nathan Kolla, University of Toronto, Canada
Background: Excessive screen time poses a serious concern regarding inadequate social-emotional development. Social-emotional
competence (resilience, self-esteem, and self-compassion) are essential to buffer adverse screen time impact on youth mental health in the
prolonged pandemic timeline. The current study investigated the efficacy of a mindfulness-based intervention on social-emotional competence
in youth exposed to screen time during the pandemic.
Methods:. A total of 117 community youth participated in a 12-week, online mindfulness-based program and completed pre-, post- andfollow-up surveys across five cohorts during the COVID-19 pandemic (Spring 2021 to Spring 2022). Using linear regression analyses, we
examined differences between youths’ social-emotional competence on three-time points (baseline, post-, and follow-up survey). Results:
In an unadjusted regression model, resilience [β= 3.68, 95%CI=1.78-5.50, p<.001], self-compassion [β= 0.50, 95%CI=0.34-0.66, p<.001], andself-esteem [β= 2.16, 95%CI=0.98-3.34, p<.001] significantly increased after the mindfulness program, and the effects were maintained in thefollow-up. The efficacy of the mindfulness program persisted after controlling for screen time [RS: β=2.73, 95%CI=0.89-4.57, p<.01; SC: β= 0.50,
95%CI=0.32-0.67, p<.001; SE: β=1.46, 95%CI=0.34-2.59, p<.01] and in a fully adjusted model which accounted for the baseline mental healthstatus and demographic factors [RS: β=3.01, 95%CI=1.20, p<.01; SC: β= 0.51, 95%CI=0.33-0.68, p<.001; SE: β=1.64, 95%CI=0.51-2.77, p<.01].
Conclusion: Evidence-based produced from this study supports the use of online mindfulness programs in enhancing social-emotional
competence among youth exposed to increased screen time. Lessons learned can also guide wellness programming through physicaldistancing and beyond as we slowly transition to a "new normal".

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Sunday Onsite Presentation Session 2
Mental Health
Session Chair: Kullaya Pisitsungkagarn

13:10-13:35
68972 | Serenity: Its Predictors and Mental Health Outcomes
Kullaya Pisitsungkagarn, Chulalongkorn University, Thailand
Somboon Jarukasemthawee, Chulalongkorn University, Thailand
Jireerat Sittiwong, Chulalongkorn University, Thailand
With the COVID-19 pandemic, the world has encountered abrupt yet long-lasting changes. To effectively manage these changes, character strengths
are required. Among these is a key psychological construct of serenity, which entails an inner peace independent of adverse circumstances or
feelings. Its three subscales of acceptance, inner haven, and trust have been shown to contribute to the peacefulness essential in this turmoil
period. The current study, hence, was conducted to investigate factors predicting serenity and to examine its mental health outcomes. Data werecollected in two studies. In Study 1, 225 Thai adult community sample (Mage = 39.57 years, SDage = 10.60 years; Females = 167 or 74%) responded
to the measures of serenity and its hypothesized predictors (i.e., mindfulness, meaning in life, hope, and social connectedness). In Study 2, 107 Thai
undergraduates (Mage = 20.08 years, SDage= 1.00 year; Females = 69 or 64%) responded to the measures of serenity and mental health indicators(i.e., stress, depression, anxiety, positive-negative affect, and psychological well-being). Consistently, the hypotheses were supported. Altogether,mindfulness, meaning in life, hope, and social connectedness significantly and positively predicted serenity in Study 1. In Study 2, serenity, as wellas its three subscales, was negatively associated with stress, depression, anxiety, and negative affect but positively associated with psychologicalwell-being. Findings from the current study helped: 1) shed lights on factors contributing to serenity development and 2) attest the roles of serenity
in mental health and well-being. Implications on serenity cultivation and mental health promotion were discussed.
13:35-14:00
67677 | Myanmar since the Coup: Mental Well-being and the Belief in a Just World
Sai Nay Nay Win, Southwest University, China
Since February 1, 2021, Myanmar has been experiencing political instability. The purpose of this study is to explore the mental health of adults in
Myanmar. The study also sought to identify variables that served as protective factors against exposure to political life event. The main variablesof interest were: political life events, perceived stress, belief in a just world, as well as relevant symptomatology. Survey data was collected from
14 provinces and regions in Myanmar, with an N of 1688. Since there is no Burmese version of the scales in Myanmar, the reliability and validityof all questionnaires were also analyzed. The results of the study show that political life events are positively correlated with perceived stressand anxiety, depression, and somatization. Moreover, belief in both distributive and procedural justice are negatively correlated with mental wellbeing as measured by the same variables. A chain mediation was found between Political life events, perceived stress, two self-just world belief
subscales and relevant symptomatology.
14:00-14:25
68865 | More Than Translation: Understanding and Decolonizing Mental Health Beliefs in East Asian Cultures
Charles Liu, Wheaton College, United States
Modern psychology, tied closely to coloniality, is heavily influenced by the Western bio-medical model. Assumptions of dualism that severs themind and spirit from the body are a legacy of the European philosophical and theological tradition. However, among East Asian cultures with rootsin Confucianism, Daoism, Buddhism, and Traditional Chinese Medicine, the holistic integration of physical, psychological, and spiritual realities
situates mental illness as having social, spiritual, and metaphysical etiologies. Western treatment modalities are grounded in their own EuroAmerican cultural milieu and may not be optimal interventions if they are translated and imported into non-Western contexts. Furthermore, theuncritical adoption of Euro-American psychological frameworks risks perpetuating colonial mentalities on marginalized peoples and the Majority
World. As such, this paper systematically presents the ways in which East Asian philosophies shape culturally congruent mental health beliefs, andchallenges attendees to consider decolonizing psychological study by researching, understanding, and valuing indigenous knowledge. Examplesof research and treatments will be provided to encourage attendees toward a more decolonized practice.

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Sunday Onsite Presentation Session 3
Mental Health
Session Chair: Xueqin Huang

14:40-15:05
68303 | Longitudinal Associations Between Depressive Symptoms, Self-Esteem, and Satisfaction With Family Relationships in

Korea

Mohsen Joshanloo, Keimyung University, South Korea
This study examined the relationship between depressive symptoms, self-esteem, and satisfaction with family life in a large representative
sample from South Korea. The sample was collected over 15 years with a 1-year interval between assessments. The random-intercept crosslagged panel model was used to examine the associations between the 3 variables. All within-person effects were found to be significant andreciprocal. This suggests that the 3 variables are temporally related. That is, within-person changes in one variable are related to future changes
in the other variables. According to these results, indicators of positive mental health (self-esteem and satisfaction with family relationships)
partially protect the general population from future depressive symptoms. In addition, depressive symptoms increase the future risk of low
self-esteem and family dissatisfaction.
15:05-15:30
69380 | The Impact of Campus Climate on the Mental Health of LGBTQ+ College Students: A Systematic Review and Meta-

analysis

Xueqin Huang, Nagoya University, Japan
Bowen Fan, Nagoya University, JapanThe relationship between the campus climate for LGBTQ+ and the mental health of LGBTQ+ students has been an important global researchissue in recent years. Some previous studies have highlighted that LGBTQ+ students who have negative experiences on campus, such as
threats and harassment would be more likely to have depressive symptoms (Evangelista et al., 2022; Seelman et al., 2017). However, there
are also studies showing that the campus climate has a limited impact on the psychological health of LGBTQ+ students (Davis et al., 2018;
Woodford et al., 2012). This raises the research question as to whether the LGBTQ+ campus climate may have an effect on the mental healthof LGBTQ+ students. In order to answer this research question, a systematic review and meta-analysis will be conducted in this study. A
systematic literature search of PubMed and Web of Science was conducted from the day of inception until the 15th of November 2022. The
study protocol was registered in PROSPERO (CRD42023388504). Seven studies were included in the current meta-analysis, with a total of2609 participants who identified as LGBTQ+ college students, with mean ages ranging from M= 20.54 to M=24.1. This presentation provides
preliminary data from the meta-study which shows that the negative campus climate presents a negative pooled correlation with self-esteem,
and a positive pooled correlation with stress, depression, and anxiety. This research is possible to contribute to a better understanding of theeffect of campus climate on the mental health of LGBTQ+ students.
15:30-15:55
68037 | A Mediation Effect of Agitation to the Relationship Between Searching New Lifestyle and Retreating in Young Old
Ching-Man Yip, Hong Kong Shue Yan University, Hong Kong
Lap-Yan Lo, Hong Kong Shue Yan University, Hong Kong
Ngo-Ming Hui, Christian Family Service Centre, Hong Kong
Advancement in medical science has largely lengthened and improved human’s life expectancy and body condition of the elderly population.
It also leads to a consequence that people after their retirement are still relatively energetic in terms of physical and psychological aspects,
compared to the past. Hence, numerous challenges relating to life planning after retirement have rapidly arisen in recent years. The current
study tried to focus on the relationship between the perception of life after retirement and the emotional states of the young old. A hundred andten participants whose age ranged from 55 to 69 were recruited to fill in the questionnaires for this study. Transition to Retirement Questionnaire
was adopted to measure participants’ perception of lifestyle after retirement, whereas Philadelphia Geriatric Center Morale Scale was used toassess their psychological states. Results showed that female participants scored significantly higher in the positive aspects of the perceptionof life after retirement than their counterparts. Furthermore, a significant positive relationship between the tendencies of searching (of a newrole after retirement) and retreating (from a functioning lifestyle) was observed in the sample (r = 0.53, p < 0.01). This relationship could also
be partially mediated by participants’ agitation towards aging (indirect effect = 0.09, 95% CI = (0.013, 0.212)). These results suggested that
improving the positive perception towards retirement life may not help reducing the negative perception. Yet, relieving the agitation feeling may
potentially reduce the negative effect of the searching process to the retreating tendency.

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Sunday Onsite Presentation Session 1
Support Systems
Session Chair: Miriam Park

10:30-10:55
68786 | Family Supports between Elderly Parents and Adult Children in Thailand
Dararatt Anantanasuwong, National Institute of Development Administration, Thailand
Duangpen Theerawanviwat, National Institute of Development Administration, Thailand
The main purpose of the study was to investigate the manifest family solidarity of older persons in Thailand and to analyze the typology of
support between elderly parents and their adult children using the Latent Class Analysis (LCA). The data from Wave 2 (2017) of the longitudinal
panel household survey on Health, Aging, and Retirement in Thailand (HART) were employed for the cross-section analysis.
Results: Three aspects of solidarity revealed that when parents were advanced in age, the solidarity or the interrelationship with adult children
would tend to increase, in terms of co-residence with children, frequency in contact with children, or the role of sole “recipients” of resource
assistance from children. The solidarity indicators had higher share with the oldest-old parents compared with the young-old and the midold parents. The analysis of LCA revealed the four types of support between elderly parents and adult children in Thailand, i.e., “Detached”“Sociable” “Tight knit” and “Normative.” Overall, filial gratitude towards parents still existed in the Thai society. But behavior might change fromthe old pattern of children’s assistance and support both in cash and in kind to parents, to at least in regular contact with parents or to parents
exchanged assistance in kind. This changing behavior reflected the adaptation to the changing society, while familial support to older persons
tended to become long-term care. To close the gap between generations should be a policy suggestion.
10:55-11:20
67480 | Family and Gendered Mobility of Older Adults: Case Studies of Tianjin, China and Ryugasaki, Japan
Yaqian Mao, University of Tsukuba, Japan
Tomoko Kubo, University of Tsukuba, Japan
It is important to understand how family and other companions affects older adults’ everyday behavior since they are in their last stage oflife cycle and desired to be companied. Many feminist studies indicate that women are generally more vulnerable than men. However, as age
rises, this disadvantage may be reduced according to different context. This study focused on the spatiotemporal behavior of older adults and,using time-geographical theory and methods, investigated the impact of coupling constraints on both older women and men in their everyday
lives. The case cities were Tianjin, China and Ryugasaki, Japan. The survey was conducted on a face-to-face basis in Tianjin, China while in
Ryugasaki it was conducted through mail and telephone interview. We obtained 218 valid questionnaires and 6,239 records of activities in
Tianjin, 85 questionnaires and 1,702 records of activities in Ryugasaki. The main results were as follows. 1) type of activities, types of places,
travel distance and transportation modes tended to be different under the effect of composition and size of companions; 2) older women havemore advantages in mobility compared with older men which is contrary to the results of some other related studies; 3) the impact of modern
technology on the daily life of older adults should not be neglected; 4) the social and cultural contexts of China and Japan contributes a lot tothe different features of older adults’ behavior.
11:20-11:45
67689 | Benefits Finding Among Spouse Caregivers: Exploring the Nexus of Gender Role Attitude, Caregiver Self-efficacy, Formal

Support Utilization, and Benefits Finding

Zi Yan, Waseda University, JapanXin Sun, Fudan University, China
Jiyuan Zhang, East China Normal University, China
Objectives: Interventions aimed at shifting caregivers’ focus from hardships to benefits to increase benefit-finding have become the focus ofhealth promotion and gerontological social work practice. This study investigates whether caregiving benefit finding is predicted by caregiverself-efficacy, formal support utilization, and gender role attitudes among spousal caregivers.
Methods: A total of 210 spousal caregiver/care-receiver dyads participated in a survey from July to August 2021 in four Chinese. The survey
used the positive aspects of caregiving scale, caregiver task inventory scale, and gender role attitude scale. All mediation and moderated
mediation effects were estimated using SPSS26.0. Results: Caregiver self-efficacy was a partial mediator of the path of primary stressors andbenefit-finding. Formal support utilization was a direct moderator of the mediated pathways linking primary stressors, caregiver self-efficacy,
and benefit finding. Gender role attitudes were moderators at these intersections. Conclusions: Our findings suggest that the co-occurrence ofhigh caregiver self-efficacy, formal support utilization, and modern gender role attitudes were related to and predictive of better benefit-finding.
Understanding caregivers' gender role attitudes can help professionals develop caregiving stress interventions. Professionals should design
tailored psychoeducational interventions managing personal moral concerns and the mastery of relevant skills to further promote caregiverbenefit-finding and well-being.
11:45-12:10
55886 | Young People’s Perceptions of Old Age and Resentment: A Cross-cultural Study
Miriam Sang-Ah Park, Nottingham Trent University, United Kingdom
Nobuhiko Goto, Kyoto Notre Dame University, Japan
Stephen Badham, Nottingham Trent University, United Kingdom
Resentment toward those who are considered to be out-groups in societies seem to be growing, possibly intensified by social comparison andmedia portrayal of the 'out-groups'. In Europe and North America, these 'out-groups' tend to be those who are racially and cultural different,
whereas in East Asia, somewhat surprisingly, there seem to be divisions by age, region, perceived social class and so on which hamper cohesion
and tolerance for others. In particular, resentment toward the elders and the privileged amongst young people in Japan and South Korea seems
to be strong, as young people in these countries struggle to find satisfaction with life. Observing such attitudes, we investigated the experienceand emotions of young people applying scenario testing method. University students in South Korea and Japan rated scenarios on the (un-)
fairness and accompanied emotions for different groups (by age and perceived social class). While the results are mixed, we certainly foundthat out-group perceptions (judged by perceived dissimilarity) are related to feelings of resentment. Our exploratory study has implications
for how resentment and out-group perceptions operate in these cultural contexts, and ramifications of such emotions for the wellness of
their citizens and the societies. The findings of our study have an important meaning, as one seldom finds studies that focus particularly on
Asian countries and social phenomena within these contexts. We argue that more cultural and cross-cultural analyses are necessary for the
betterment of the fast-changing Asian societies.

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Sunday Onsite Presentation Session 2
Aging and Gerontology (Health)Session Chair: Chou Yu

13:10-13:35
69199 | Frailty, Multimorbidity and Their Association With Health Service Utilization During COVID-19 Pandemic in Southern

Switzerland: A One-Year Follow-Up Study

Miao Jiang, Institute of Public Health, Università della Svizzera italiana, Switzerland
Laurie Corna, University of Applied Sciences and Arts of Southern , Switzerland
Rebecca Amati, Institute of Public Health, Università della Svizzera italiana, Switzerland
Luca Crivelli, University of Applied Sciences and Arts of Southern, Switzerland
Emiliano Albanese, Institute of Public Health, Università della Svizzera italiana, Switzerland
Background: During the Covid-19 pandemic healthcare services were highly disrupted, and little is known about the role of frailty and multimorbidity
in predicting health services utilization in older adults. We aim to explore the association of frailty and multimorbidity, respectively, with healthvisits due to non-Covid related acute conditions during the Covid-19 pandemic. Methods: We used data from the Corona Immunitas Ticino(CIT) study collected between September 2020 and September 2021. We built a Frailty Index (FI) based on 30 health deficits, and grouped
participants into robust, pre-frail, and frail. We defined multimorbidity as the presence of two or more self-reported, clinically diagnosed chronic
diseases. We used logistic and generalized linear models adjusted for age, gender, smoking status, and education level. Results: We included
660 older adults (≥65 years) with complete data (78% of the CIT sample). Of these, 10.3% were frail, 41.5% were robust, and 26.7% reported atleast two chronic diseases. In mutually adjusted logistic models, compared with robust and non-multimorbid participants respectively, frail
ones were 2.3 times (p=0.011), and multimorbid participants were 1.7 times (p=0.012) more likely to access health care services due to nonCovid related acute conditions. In the general linear model, FI as a continuous variable was associated with a higher number of health services
visits (r=2.35, p=0.013). Conclusion: During Covid-19 outbreaks in southern Switzerland both frailty and multimorbidity continued to predict
health service utilization due to non-Covid related health conditions, which might have contributed to increase infection risk in older adults.
13:35-14:00
68780 | Ethical Inclusion of Older Persons in Clinical Innovation for New Technologies Centered Around Long Term Care
Nadine Andrea Felber, University of Basel, Switzerland
Wendy Lipworth, Macquarie University, Australia
Yi Jiao (Angelina) Tian, University of Basel, Switzerland
Tenzin Wangmo, University of Basel, Switzerland
Clinical innovation refers to the use of treatments or technologies that have not (yet) been proven to be safe and/or effective in a researchsetting. When introducing new caregiving technologies for older persons, classic research is inhibited for two reasons: older persons areusually not part of medical trials, as they are a ‘vulnerable’ population. And technologies for caregiving purposes do not always count as medical
devices, and are therefore regulated differently to other medical technologies. Nevertheless, there is a particular need for clinical innovationin this sector, as populations age worldwide and fewer people work in caregiving. In this paper, we report on the findings of a qualitative study
with 60 participants in Switzerland, involving older persons and their caregivers (both professional and informal), in order to conceptualize
if and how these stakeholders wished to participate in clinical innovation. Through thematic analysis, we discovered a variety of concerns
regarding the development and implementation of such technologies. Examples include the lack of adequate information about their existence,
purpose and availability, the right time and frame of introduction (especially when the care recipient experiences cognitive decline), as well as
the technology’s impact on relationships and power structures. This research will be used to inform the development of an ethical framework
for clinical innovation in long term aged care.
14:00-14:25
67464 | Factors Influencing Vaccination Support in Older Adults: A Cross-sectional Survey Based on the Theoretical Domain

Framework

Chou Chuen Yu, Geriatric Education and Research Institute, Singapore
Jonathan Gao, Geriatric Education and Research Institute, Singapore
Fiona Goh, Geriatric Education and Research Institute, Singapore
Wee Shiong Lim, Tan Tock Seng Hospital, Singapore
James Alvin Low, Khoo Teck Puat Hospital, Singapore
Background: Vaccination support among vulnerable populations including older adults is often low. This study used the Theoretical Domains
Framework (TDF) to understand factors associated with older adults' overall support in Singapore’s vaccination programme.
Methods: A door-to-door survey was administered to a representative sample of 600 older adults using stratified random sampling between
March-May 2022. Participants were asked questions relating to their: (a) thoughts on vaccinating against COVID-19, (b) perception on the efficacy
and safety of the vaccines, (c) perception of potential benefits of a high vaccination rate, (d) sources of information relating to COVID-19, (e)health status, (f) stress level, and (g) psycho-social adaptability. Statistical methods employed include multiple regression analysis and t-tests.
Results: Findings showed that four of the eight TDF domains covered in the survey were significant predictors of a composite measure ofoverall support in Singapore’s vaccination programme. The four domains were: (i) Beliefs About Consequences [of vaccination], (ii) Beliefs About
Capabilities [of resisting COVID-19], (iii) Optimism [of the future], (iv) Goals [of a high vaccination rate]. Additionally, findings showed that trust in
government was a positive predictor whereas trust in friends was a negative predictor. Differences in perspectives between the vaccinated andunvaccinated towards the necessity of vaccination were also examined
Discussion & Conclusion: Through understanding factors associated with vaccination support, decision makers will be in a better position
to influence vaccine uptake in the older adult population. This is useful especially if regular vaccine shots are needed in future, or as morecontagious variants emerge.

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Sunday Onsite Presentation Session 3
Aging and Gerontology
Session Chair: Kaewkwan Katie Tangtipongkul

14:40-15:05
55803 | Aging Well in Ministry: Gerotranscendence, Self-rated Health Status and Life Satisfaction Among Catholic Priests
Jordan Orbe, Loyola House of Studies Ateneo de Manila University, Philippines
Michiko Iwasaki, Loyola University Maryland, United States
Anthony Isacco, Chatham University, United States
Carolyn M. Barry, Loyola University Maryland, United States
The Catholic population in the world is growing, especially in the U.S., but there are fewer priests to respond to ministerial needs (Center for
Applied Research in the Apostolate, 2015). Most older priests delay retirement and face various challenges associated with aging (Center for
Applied Research in the Apostolate, 2009). This study examined whether elder priests’ satisfaction with life is associated with self-rated healthand gerotranscendence, a concept emphasizing a developmental shift towards a more cosmic and transcendent perspective experienced
by aging individuals (Tornstam, 2005). A total of 201 Roman Catholic priests residing in the United States took a survey consisting of (a) the
gerotranscendence scale (Tornstam, 2005), (b) health status questionnaire (Radosevich & Pruitt, 1996), (c) satisfaction with life scale (Diener
et al., 1985) and demographic questions. The mean age was 70 (SD = 10.4); the range was 50 to 93 years old. Results indicated that the priests’satisfaction with life was positively correlated with self-rated mental health (r(199) = .51, p < .01) and physical health (r(199) = .21, p < .01).
Life satisfaction also positively correlated with two of three gerotranscendence dimensions: cosmic transcendence (r(199) = .24, p < .01) andcoherence (r(199) = .63, p < .01). Results showed cosmic transcendence as a moderating variable between physical health and life satisfaction.
Likewise, coherence was a moderating variable between both physical and mental health and satisfaction. Measurement issues related to thesolitude subscale as well as clinical implications of gerotranscendence for aging priests will be discussed.
15:05-15:30
68926 | The Associations Between Happiness and Health, Sleep, Physical Activities for Older People in Abu Dhabi
Masood Badri, Abu Dhabi Department of Community Development & UAE University, United Arab Emirates
Mugheer Alkhaili, Abu Dhabi Department of Community Development, United Arab Emirates
Hamad Aldhaheri, Abu Dhabi Department of Community Development, United Arab Emirates
Guang Yang, Abu Dhabi Department of Community Development, United Arab Emirates
Muna Albahar, Abu Dhabi Department of Community Development & UAE University, United Arab Emirates
Asma Alrashedi, Abu Dhabi Department of Community Development, United Arab Emirates
The study aimed to identify the associations of happiness and factors related to physical and mental health, leisure, and sports activities amongst
older adults (60+) in Abu Dhabi. The sample consisted of 1,004 participants in the third Abu Dhabi Quality of Life survey administered in 20192020. The analysis used path analysis to develop a model incorporating the specified variables. The path model highlighted all direct and indirect
associations between the variables. Results show that sleep quality has the most significant association with happiness and subjective health.
In addition, sleeping hours did not show any association with subjective health; but were associated with happiness. The result also confirms thatmental health is negatively associated with happiness and subjective health. How often an elderly get involved in sport and activities for at least
30 minutes significantly affects subjective health and happiness. We used variance analysis to test the differences in gender, marital status, andeducation attainment with happiness. Implications of the study were highlighted along with future research directions.
15:30-15:55
67461 | Aging in the Nicoya Peninsula: Lessons From Costa Rican Centenarians
Theresa MacNeil, University of Tampa, United States
Blue Zones are particular regions of the world with a high prevalence of centenarians who share common characteristics, lifestyles andenvironments (Poulain, et. al., 2004). There are currently only five recognized blue zones, one of which includes the Nicoya Peninsula in Costa Rica.
Individuals living in this area tend to have positive outlooks on life, utilize daily movement, rely on strong social support groups, and eat little to noprocessed foods (Buettner & Skemp, 2020). The current research seeks to further understand how Costa Rican centenarians living in the Nicoya
Peninsula utilize Blue Zone lifestyle elements in their daily living habits. To accomplish this, the author traveled to Nicoya Peninsula, Costa Rica, inAugust 2022 and interviewed several centenarians, paying particular attention to lifestyle choices and their effects on the aging process. Thematic
analysis was used to analyze interview responses, and several themes emerged such as the importance of family, friends, faith, and movement as
key foundations to aging in healthy and productive ways. Suggestions for ways to implement these habits globally was also discussed.
15:55-16:20
68061 | Preparing the Workforce in Thai Aging Society: Challenges and Solutions
Kaewkwan Tangtipongkul, Faculty of Economics, Thammasat University, Thailand
Supachai Srisuchart, Faculty of Economics, Thammasat University, Thailand
Pimonpan Isarabhakdi, Institute for Population and Social Research, Mahidol University, Thailand
Yuranun Tamkarn, Institute for Continuing Education and Human Resources Thammasat University, Thailand
Uraiwan Runghairun, Institute for Continuing Education and Human Resources Thammasat University, Thailand
Karittha Onkeaw, Institute for Continuing Education and Human Resources Thammasat, Thailand
Kwansuda Cherdchoongarm, Institute for Continuing Education and Human Resources - Thammasat University, Thailand
Thailand is fully becoming an aged society. Thailand needs various measures to drive policy to support the aged society in terms of health,economy, and society covering from regular workers (25-59 years old) to aging workers (60 years and above). The objectives of the study
include 1) to examine the working aged (40 -59 years old) population’s needs in skill development and government assistant and 2) to design
mechanisms that the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation (MHESI) can arrange and contribute to sustainable
workforce in the aging society. The analysis focused on the data set gathered from 500 individuals aged 40 to 59 years old who are currently
working in the formal sector and 500 individuals aged 40 to 59 years old who are currently working in the informal sector at the time the survey
was conducted. The study incorporates in-depth interviews and focus group meetings with experts from the public, private, academic, andcommunity sectors. The findings show that workers in the formal sector three most demanded skills developments are self-employment skills,
technology skills, and language and communication skills. While workers in the informal sector three most demanded skills developments are
self-employment skills, entrepreneurial skills, and health development skills. The three most needed government assistance are welfare andvarious rights, increased compensation and fairness. and a continuous job.

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Sunday Onsite Presentation Session 1
Health & Psychology
Session Chair: Thamonwan Chukhanhom

10:30-10:55
69220 | Enhancing the Perceived Message Effectiveness of Anti-Smoking Messages: The Role of Message Framing and Self-

Affirmation

Eunsung Lee, Sungkyunkwan University, South Korea
Francis Joseph Costello, Sungkyunkwan University, South Korea
The success of a public health campaign predominantly lies in the persuasiveness of a health message. A large body of literature has documented
cigarette warning labels as an effective health message, thereby the similar-fashioned anti-smoking messages have been printed on cigarettes forover several decades. However, we still witness a large population under potentially life-threatening risks associated with smoking. In this paper,
we evaluated the perceived message effectiveness and the defensive avoidance of cigarette warnings labels to quit smoking using functional nearinfrared spectroscopy. Specifically, this study tested a gain versus loss message framing and a self-affirmation approach on Asians, thereby examining
the influence of culture on message persuasiveness. Moreover, neural activities along with self-reported data were analyzed. Participants (N=40) wererecruited to participate in the fNIRS experiment. The results show that loss-framed messages were more persuasive than gain-framed messages. Also,
gain-framed message group exhibit significantly lower defensive avoidance than loss-framed message group, but the level of defensive avoidance
was higher in gain-framed group when they were self-affirmed than they are not. Finally, the level of perceived message effectiveness was higher ingain-framed group when they were self-affirmed, whereas it was almost the same for loss-framed group in both self-affirmed and control conditions.
10:55-11:20
69016 | Reducing Tuberculosis Stigma and Leveraging Knowledge, Attitude and Self-Efficacy Among Thai High-School Students
Saowaluk Moonsarn, Chulalongkorn University, Thailand
Anuchit Phanumartwiwath, Chulalongkorn University, Thailand
Yuthichai Kasetjaroen, Health Department, Bangkok, Thailand
Anne Marie Bettex-Baars, BE Health Association, Switzerland
Background: Tuberculosis (TB) continues to be vital public health problem in Thailand. In addition, assessing TB stigma is that TB infection are
indicated to be high among high-school students.
Objectives: To explore the effectiveness of communication intervention on reduction of TB stigma and discrimination among high-school
students in Bangkok, Thailand.
Methods: The study was conducted in two high schools with 216 high-school students. A quasi-experimental study design was implemented.
Both purposive and systematic sampling techniques were used for select of areas and participants. The experimental group received thecommunication intervention for a three-month study period, while the control group received no intervention. The intervention was conducted
for five months. The questionnaires were collected at baseline, 3 months, and 5 months. All outcomes measurements at baseline, intervention
and follow-up periods were evaluated using Generalized Estimating Equations (GEE).
Results: Results showed that the communication program was effective in reducing TB stigma (p-value <0.05, CI=4.962, -1.723) and increasing
TB knowledge(p-value <0.05, CI=1.825, 2.537), TB attitudes (p-value <0.05, CI=4.493, 6.280), and self-efficacy on TB stigma and discrimination(p-value 0.05, CI=-1.398, 0.810). 				Conclusion: The intervention can be effectively reduced TB stigma and increased TB knowledge and attitudes as well as self-efficacy among
high-school students. The study should be adopted in school to make up for the TB knowledge and TB attitudes, and to reduce TB stigma
among high-school students.
11:20-11:45
68930 | Does a Positive Suggestion Work Better in Encouraging Positive Eating Behavior?
Thamonwan Chukhanhom, Khon Kaen University, Thailand
Patcharaporn Mahasuweerachai, Khon Kaen University, Thailand
Phumsith Mahasuweerachai, Khon Kaen University, Thailand
Due to the increasing problem of diabetes caused by unhealthy food consumption behavior, countless behavioral science has paid attention to
encouraging people to eat healthier foods. Previous studies suggested that framing messages with low and high-construal influences people's
food choices, and a sense of power is also found to motivate individuals to change their behavior. Thus, the current study aimed to investigate theeffects of healthy messages framed with low and high construal levels combined with a sense of power on people's healthy food choices. In doingso, four-hundred participants were randomly assigned to one of five conditions in the laboratory experiment: i. low-construal level message, ii.
the high-construal level message, iii. a low-construal level message with a high sense of power, iv. a high-construal message with a high senseof power, and v. control group (no message frame). Each message was presented in the "thank you”card, which was given to participants in eachcondition after they completed the activity that did not relate to food. Afterward, participants were asked to choose either healthy brownies orregular ones as a reward for participating in the experiment. The result showed that a low-construal healthy message influenced participants tochoose healthy brownies (p<0.05). Unexpectedly, messages with a high construal level and a high sense of power were not shown the effects.
11:45-12:10
69076 | Influence of Accelerometer Position and Algorithm on Evaluated Sleep Parameters
Gulsatar Ali, Yuan Ze University, Taiwan
Jonathon David White, Yuan Ze Univeristy, Taiwan
Sleep disturbances are a public health concern as they have a negative impact on basic life qualities such as memory, focus, and learning(especially in the elderly). While polysomnography (PSG) is the gold standard for evaluating sleep in clinical studies, it is not applicable to freeliving studies. Accelerometry and sleep diaries are the "goto" methods for evaluating sleep in this environment. We investigate the influence ofaccelerometer placement and two sleep detection algorithms (arm/ankle elevation (AE) or activity index (AI)) on determining sleep parameters.
Four accelerators (left arm, right arm, left ankle, and right ankle) were placed on the body of a healthy right-handed male participant for over 70
days. The subject maintained a consistent sleep diary and slept on a pressure-sensitive mattress. For sleep offset, AI processing of ankle (arm)data indicated falsely that the subject was asleep after bed-exit 46% (14%) of the time versus 2% (0%) for AE. This suggests that sensor placement(non-dominant arm) is important for AI but not for AE. Using sleep diary as ground truth, AE, underreported sleep duration by 30 (dominate ankle)
to 60 (non-dominate arm) minutes, while AI overreported sleep duration by 10 (non-dominate arm) to 60 (dominate ankle) minutes. This suggests
for AE, the sensor can be placed where it is most comfortable for the subject, while for AI, it is crucial to place the sensor on the non-dominantarm. Surprisingly, sleep duration determined by averaging the two algorithms comes very close to that obtained from the sleep diary

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Sunday Onsite Presentation Session 2
Industrial Organisation, Leadership, & Training
Session Chair: May Shik

13:35-14:00
67411 | Participative Leadership and Organizational Citizenship Behavior: The Mediating Role of Calling
Pen-Yuan Liao, National United University, Taiwan
Chia-Yu Hong, National United University, Taiwan
Ching-Wen Hsu, National United University, Taiwan
Ming-Yu Pan, National United University, Taiwan
Shin-Fang Li, National United University, Taiwan
This study uses self-determination theory to develop a model linking participative leadership to organizational citizenship behavior. This model
addresses the mechanism underlying the relationship between participative leadership and organizational citizenship behavior. The first
purpose of this study is to test whether participative leadership can enhance employees’ calling and whether calling can motivate employees
to engage in more organizational citizenship behaviors. Moreover, another purpose of this study is to test the mediating effects of calling on
the relationships between participative leadership and the organizational citizenship behaviors of altruism, voice, and conscientiousness. The
hypothesized model was tested using a sample of 152 employees from various organizations located in Taiwan. Regression analyses indicatedthat participative leadership is positively related to calling and calling is positively related to organizational citizenship behavior-altruism,organizational citizenship behavior-voice, and organizational citizenship behavior-conscientiousness. In addition, the results revealed thatcalling partially mediates the influences of participative leadership on organizational citizenship behavior-altruism, organizational citizenshipbehavior-voice, and organizational citizenship behavior-conscientiousness.
14:00-14:25
66528 | A Model to Bridge the Gap in the Perception of Self-efficacy Between Graduated Nursing School to the Receiving

Hospitals

May Shik, Ariel University in Samaria, Israel
Yossi Weiss, Ariel University in Samaria, Israel
A three-factor relationship exists between new graduate nurses – the hospitals – the nursing schools. This relationship has three sides that
influence and are influenced by each other. The following research paper deals with the question of the gap in self-efficacy for the role ofnurse as it is perceived among new nurses and among the administrative and the senior caregiver staff in Israel. The literature review revealed
data on various perceptions of efficacy and ability from the eyes of the newly registered nurse themselves, as well as efficacy and abilities asperceived by their employers. During 2021, a study was conducted that included 200 hospital's nurses and 102 management staff. In addition,
semi-structured interviews were conducted among three principals of nursing schools and positions in the Ministry of Health. The findings
revealed that the perception of the managing staff about the self-efficacy of the new nurses was significantly greater in all metrics, comparedto the perception of self-efficacy of the new nurses as they reported themselves. Also, new nurses with previous employment experience in thehealth system as students had a higher perception of efficacy and recovered faster in transition between roles. The difficulty faced by mostnurses at the time of their registration was the workload. The study's conclusions reinforce the need for a perception program that provides
additional training for the new nurse, with an emphasis on the preceptor nurse in order to strengthen the new nurse's sense of self-efficacy andto overcome turnover intentions.

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Sunday Onsite Presentation Session 3
Linguistics/Language & Psychology
Session Chair: Xiao Lei Wang

14:40-15:05
67008 | The Impact of Language Choice on Emotional Access in Therapy for Bilingual Patients
Maria Pilar Bratko, Smith College, School of Social Work, United States
This mixed-method study explored how and when personal disclosures take place in bilingual therapy within a dyad that uses a shared native
language of Spanish and a second-learned language of English. An explanatory sequential mixed methodology comprised of two phases wasused. Phase one collected data from a quantitative 40-question online survey, (N=101), that was active from November 2020 – January 2021.
Descriptive statistics, cross tabulations, plus the Ethnic Identity Scale-Basic (Phinney, 2003), and the Bidirectional Acculturation Scale (Marin& Gamba, 1996) were used to analyze survey data. Phase two was a qualitative semi-structured interview of participants who were recruitedfrom phase one, (n=19). Interviews took place from February 2021 – May 2021, A constant comparative method using grounded theory wasutilized to analyze interview transcripts (Charmaz, 2008; Corbin & Strauss, 2008). The results and findings support that a bilingual clinician
experiences a language-based difference when making personal disclosure in treatment due to the immigration experience, identity with one’s
ethnicity, level of acculturation to the host culture, and professional experience in providing bilingual therapy, specifically, ethnocultural andpsycholinguistic considerations.
15:05-15:30
67525 | Empirical Research on Consumers’ Intention to Use a Facial Recognition System: An Integrated Model With Perceived

Playfulness, Security, and Innovation

Chun-Hua Hsiao, Kainan University, Taiwan
Kai-Yu Tang, National Chung Hsing University, Taiwan
Of the many biometric measurements, fingerprints are probably the most used, especially in smartphones as a substitute for passwords. As
for the face recognition system, many people feel that it is unnecessary and even violates privacy. With the outbreak of covid-19, governments
have taken severe measures to track people's movements to prevent the spread of the pandemic. For example, restaurants, supermarkets, andconvenience stores have implemented temperature measurements and QR code verification scanners. As international travel restrictions arerelaxed and the number of tourists going abroad surges, airports have installed facial recognition systems for passengers to save time andspeed up processing. In this situation, are consumers embracing the technology for its convenience? Or boycott it out of privacy concerns?
This study aims to investigate consumers’ willingness to use facial recognition systems and their influencing factors to answer the above
questions. The technology acceptance model (TAM) and theory of planned behavior (TPB) were adopted as theoretical underpinnings.
Some influential factors, including perceived playfulness, perceived security, and innovation were also incorporated based on the literature.
A questionnaire survey was used as the research method and structural equation modeling was employed to analyze the empirical data (302valid questionnaires). The findings suggest that consumers’ perceived security has the greatest impact on attitudes toward facial recognition
systems, followed by perceived playfulness and usefulness. In terms of intention to use a facial recognition system, innovation had the largest
influence, followed by attitude and subjective norms.
15:30-15:55
68326 | Factors Associated With Videoconference Fatigue Among Healthcare Workers in a Tertiary Government Hospital
Alena Superficial, National Children's Hospital, Philippines
Elsie Lynn Locson, National Children's Hospital, Philippines
Jonna Marie Whang, National Children's Hospital, Philippines
OBJECTIVE: Determine the presence of videoconference fatigue (VCF) and factors associated with it.
METHODOLOGY: Approached through an analytic, cross-sectional research design using a non-probability, convenience sampling. A validated,reliable 15-item Zoom Exhaustion and Fatigue (ZEF) tool was distributed online to physicians and nurses in National Children’s Hospital,
Philippines The respondent’s demographic and videoconference (VC) profile were obtained as well. Data were analyzed using between-groupcomparisons approach and univariate binary logistic regression. RESULTS: Out of the 237 respondents, 189 or 79.75% experienced VCF.
Majority experienced fatigue on all constructs with general (85.23%), motivational (79.75%), visual (68.78%), emotional (67.09%) and social(64.98%,) fatigue. Further key findings: 1. VCF is more prevalent in the younger age group (21 to 39 years old) manifesting an overall VCF of
79.89 %. 2. Medical officers (MOs) were 3.10 times more likely to have overall VCF than those who are non-medical officers. 3. More frequent
use of VCs increased the likelihood of VCF. 4. VCF was more prevalent in those who are single (63.49%). 5. Negative attitude towards VCs
increased the likelihood of developing overall VCF by 4.13 times compared to those with a neutral attitude.
CONCLUSIONS: Findings from this study provided us with new insights into videoconference fatigue (VCF) and its relationship between age,
work position, marital status, and negative attitude. RECOMMENDATIONS: Open-ended questions, interviews or small group discussions, andlarger sample population size are recommended. Effects of VC fatigue on HCWs’ well-being and how they cope with this fatigue should befurther explored.
15:55-16:20
67701 | Syncretic Discourses: How Multilingual Children Configure Linguistic Funds of Knowledge in Everyday Communication
Xiao-lei Wang, Adelphi University, United States
James Paul Gee defines Discourse as how we talk, act, and react. Multilingual children are exposed to more than one linguistic system andculture. Is it possible that their Discourse entails nuances? This paper focuses on the Discourse of two simultaneous trilingual male siblings
from age 1 to age 19. It suggests that immersion in different linguistic systems and cultures affords multilingual children a unique styleof Discourse that any single linguistic system is incapable of achieving by itself. Multilingual children are able to configure their funds ofknowledge, such as cross-linguistic mixing, phonological-semantic manipulation, cross-linguistic language play and nonverbal cues, to form a
syncretic Discourse in which they create new meanings, optimize communicative intent, and negotiate their multilingual identities. The paper
concludes with suggestions on how our educational systems can benefit from connecting multilingual children’s Discourse developed in thehome or cultural context to the Discourse in the classroom context.

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Monday Online Presentation Session 1
Mental Health
Session Chair: Himanshu Gupta

09:00-09:25
69064 | Covid Stressors and Wellbeing Outcomes: The Role of Global Meaning Violation and Meaning Making During the Fifth

Wave in Hong KongDavid Kansakar, Lingnan University, Hong Kong
This study explores the potential for meaning making processes (MMPs) to help in positive adaptation to Covid stressors (CS) during outbreaks.
Using the meaning making model (MMM) (Park, 2010) it is proposed that global meaning violation (GMV) will trigger the MMPs i.e. meaning
making coping (MMC) and core belief re-examination (CBR) leading to positive adaptation. Employing a cross sectional design and using
structural equational modelling (SEM) path analysis, the effect of CS on GMV and role of GMV in triggering the MMPs was examined. Further
it was tested if the MMPs positively predict psychological wellbeing (PWB) and negatively predict distress. 683 local community participants(64.56% females) completed the survey containing 3 attention checks to ensure high quality of data. Findings indicated that acceptable
goodness of fit indices supported the overall theoretical model. Findings from the SEM path analysis indicated that CS lead to GMV which leads
to the MMPs i.e. MMC and CBR. However, only MMC positively predict PWB and negatively predict distress. Despite the cross-sectional natureof the study, it is one of the first studies during the pandemic to provide support to core assumptions of MMM and enrich the literature thattraumatic events like Covid19 disrupts individuals’ global meaning (GMV) and this disruption triggers the MMPs of MMC and CBR. Moreover,this study demonstrates that during Covid outbreaks rather than re-examining core beliefs, MMC employing both cognitive and emotional
processing of stressors to change the meaning of the stressors, helps in positive adaptation to CS.
09:25-09:50
69091 | Internalized Stigma Among Individuals With Psychosis: A Cross-Sectional Study in Yogyakarta, Indonesia
Ria Dwi Agustina, McGill University, Canada
1. Background
Stigma towards people with psychosis has been identified as one of the barriers for accessing mental health services. People who experience
psychosis often experience stigma due to the perception that they are dangerous, violent, and unpredictable. To date, there is a paucity of
empirical studies on stigma towards psychosis in LMIC, including Indonesia.
2. Objectives: To determine the internalized stigma, its correlates, and care seeking behaviors among individuals who experience psychosis in
Yogyakarta, Indonesia.
3. Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted on individuals who experience psychosis. Data were collected in Province of Yogyakarta,
Indonesia from October to December 2021. Two hundred and thirty-eight patients were selected and completed the Internalized Stigma of
Mental Illness (ISMI). A descriptive analysis was accomplished followed by multivariate analysis to explore the sociodemographic and clinicalcorrelates of stigma.
4. Results: The mean of internalized stigma score was 2.29 (SD = 0.31). Meanwhile, A total of 22.3% of participants showed high internalized
stigma. Among the five subscales of the internalized stigma, the highest mean score was on endorsement of stereotypes, meanwhile thelowest mean score was stigma resistance.
5. Implication: Stigma is not only a common difficulty for psychosis patients who admitted in mental health hospital and public health clinic, butalso for patients who access spiritual-based rehabilitation center for seeking help. Mental health institutions are suggested to collaborate withspiritual and community-based care to provide anti-stigma against psychosis and family psychoeducation.
09:50-10:15
69366 | Stress, Coping Strategy and Job Security: A Qualitative Study of Migrant Hospitality Workers Post the Covid Crisis
Himanshu Gupta, Indian Institute of Technology, Roorkee, India
Rajib Lochan Dhar, Indian Institute of Technology, Roorkee, India
In India, interstate migrant workers contribute significantly to the economy. They are mainly employed in small and medium-sized enterprises(SMEs) such as construction, factories, delivery services, hospitality, textiles, fisheries, etc. Indian migrant workers were also the mostvulnerable and hardest hit group during the Covid crisis because of the great lockdown implemented during the pandemic. The hospitality
industry, considered a contact-intensive sector, has suffered the most because of the social distancing practices during the pandemic. Whilemost industries have now recovered from the adverse impact of the pandemic, it is argued that hospitality is far from a recovery. In this paper,
we examine the key stressors among hospitality workers post the Covid crisis, their perceptions of job insecurity, and the coping strategies they
use to manage their stress. Qualitative data using the interview method were collected from employees working in budget/economy hospitality
organizations in the Delhi/NCR region of India. The article offers insights into the key stressors of migrant hospitality workers, their perceptionsof job insecurity, and stress management strategies. The study concludes with a discussion of its significance and implications.

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Monday Online Presentation Session 1
Mental Health
Session Chair: Himanshu Gupta

10:15-10:40
68152 | Gender Dysphoria and Mental Health Challenges: A Retrospective Perspective and Contemporary Perspective of the

Evidence-Based in Literature

Anu Malik, The LNM Institute of Information Technology, India
Gender dysphoria is a psychiatric condition in which people experience incongruence between their gender identity and the gender assigned
at birth. Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition (DSM-5) states guidelines to diagnose gender dysphoria foradolescents and adults. The condition often begins in childhood, but some may experience it as late as puberty or much later. This paper aims
to understand the challenges faced by people who have experienced gender dysphoria in the last two decades. The author also comparesand maps the research trends in the previous two decades: The retrospective view (2001-2011) and the contemporary view (2012-2022). In
the retrospective view, the literature highlights three significant themes: Bullying, Social Affirmations, and Interpersonal Conflicts. From thecontemporary perspective, the literature considers more severe mental health challenges; there are five significant themes: Identity Issues andDissonance, Self-rejection and Transphobia, Low Sense of Well-being and Self-esteem, and Stigma experiences and Suicidal Ideation. Gender
dysphoria and the mental health challenges associated with the complex interplay between an individual's conflicts and dissonance related totheir gender identity and gender expressions. Future research should focus on building robust counseling programs based on socio-culturalacceptance and mental health challenges that people who experience gender dysphoria face.
10:40-11:05
69030 | Exploring Social Meaning of Relational Trauma Through Social Dreaming in Patients With Depression
Anasuya Dasgupta, Central Institute of Psychiatry, India
Preeti Gupta, Central Institute of Psychiatry, India
Umesh S, Central Institute of Psychiatry, India
Background/ Aim: Social Dreaming Matrix (SDM) provides a pathway for healing collective trauma as it generates communal recognition while
witnessing complex traumatic experiences. However, there is very limited research, and has not been explored in a clinical population. Previous
literature mentions how relational trauma has been a significant risk factor for depression and how such patients experience certain disturbing
content of dreams. Hence, this study explores these dream contents and themes of relational trauma using the SDM paradigm, along with theirillness perception and social connectedness. Method:15 male participants with unipolar depression were selected via purposive sampling andadministered Childhood Attachment and Relational Trauma Screening (CARTS), Illness Perception Scale and Social Connectedness Scale. Outof these, 10 participants were selected randomly and arranged in 2 SDMs, with 5 participants each and 2 sessions were conducted for 2 SDMs.
Results and Conclusion: A total of 52 dreams were shared revolving around themes of family conflict, societal stigma and worthlessness,
incompleteness and symbols of snakes, cliffs, mirrors, etc to a transition from hopelessness to hopefulness. Therefore, SDM serves as agateway to social connectedness and a newer perception of illness. Furthermore, SDM may serve as a tool in future group-based intervention.

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Monday Online Presentation Session 2
Qualitative/Quantitative Research in any other area of Psychology
Session Chair: Trusha Shanbhag
11:20-11:45
69066 | The Lesser of Two Evils: A Qualitative Study of Public-Private Partnership
Peng Hsiang-Yun, Yuan Ze University, Taiwan
Chiung Yi Huang, Yuan Ze University, Taiwan
Horng Show Koo, Taipei University of Marine Technology, Taiwan
Public property refers to the property owned by the public sector, whereas public goods refers to the resources that can be used by the generalpublic. The biggest difference between the two is that the former is ownership by public sector and the latter is just used right for general public.
Under public-private partnership cooperation, public property was handed over or entrusted for the private sector to operation, and the private
sector provide public services for the community people. The management decision dilemmas were happened as result of the private sectors
pursuit maximum operation performance, however, the public sectors pursuit maximum public benefits. This is a case between used right ofprivate sector and ownership of public sectors under public-private partnership collaboration.Therefore, in order to pursue public interestsand conform to the rights and interests of citizens, citizens’ right to choose under the condition of information asymmetry, in order to makethe public reduce the damage to public property and ignore the demand for public property, this is in line with the expected benefits of publicprivate partnership cooperation are contradictory. This paper uses qualitative research to explore the choice of citizen behavior, how to provide
relatively complete information in a relatively objective and rational way under the balance of citizen interests and citizens' needs, and establish
a mutual trust mechanism between the government, people and manufacturers.
11:45-12:10
67509 | A Systematic Review on the Association Between Childhood ADHD and Substance Use Disorder
Trusha Shanbhag, Central Institute of Psychiatry, India
Shweta Rai, Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), India
Samir Praharaj, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, India
Background: Current clinical practice increasingly presents adolescents and adults with substance use disorder (SUD). Childhood ADHD isconsidered a primary factor for the early emergence of substance use in adults with substance use disorder. The review aims to understandthe prevalence of childhood ADHD in adults with substance use disorder and the age of onset of alcohol and tobacco use in adults with SUD
with and without childhood ADHD.
Methods: A systematic search of databases (PubMed, Medline, Cinahl, Scopus, Web of Science and Embase) was conducted to findobservational studies that measured the prevalence rates of childhood ADHD and the age of onset of SUD. Data extraction was performedby two independent authors (TS and SR). The review considered observational and intervention studies. Primary inclusion criteria were – a)participants with ADHD, b) Adults with SUD. Quality ratings for articles were done using a checklist based on ROBINS-1 and the Observation
study quality evaluation scale.
Results: Results indicated that the prevalence rate for childhood ADHD in adults with substance use disorder was 13.92 (p≤0.0001). For the ageof onset, the test of heterogeneity was significant (p<0.00001, I2=100%). Therefore, a random effects model was used to calculate the age of
onset, which was 3.14 (95% Cl 0.85,5.44) years earlier for the childhood ADHD group compared to the non-ADHD group.
Conclusion: Adults with substance use disorder show a high prevalence of childhood ADHD. Childhood ADHD can accelerate the pathway fromearly substance use through abuse and dependence.
12:10-12:35
69115 | Do Emotion Regulation Strategies of Cognitive Reappraisal and Expressive Suppression Differ in Advanced, Novice and

Non-Practitioners of Yoga and Meditation?

Garima Rajan, FLAME University, India
Kamlesh Singh, IIT Delhi, India

Recent yoga-meditation research has shown tremendous benefits in emotion regulation among practitioners. The present study aimed toexperimentally measure the use of emotion regulation strategies among advanced, novice, and non-practitioners of yoga and meditation. 70
participants (20 men and 50 women; Mage = 37.58 years; SD = 7.45) with 25 in non-practitioner group (7 men and 18 women, Mage = 36.44 years;
SD = 7.73), 23 in novice yoga–meditation practitioner group (6 men and 17 women; Mage = 37.30 years; SD = 7.25), and 22 in advanced yoga–
meditation practitioner group (7 men and 15 women; Mage = 39.18 years; SD = 7.39) performed an experiment on the use of emotion regulation
strategies via the Smartphone App, PsyEx, developed for the purpose of a larger study. The experiment had three conditions of baseline,
cognitive reappraisal, and suppression. It used standardized emotion regulation instructions and required the participants to rate positive andnegative pictures from a standardized dataset of the Geneva Affective Picture Database (GAPED) on valence and arousal. The results using
One-Way ANOVA and post-hoc comparisons using Tukey’s test revealed that the advanced and novice yoga-meditation practitioners, compared
to non-practitioners, used significantly higher cognitive reappraisal strategy and lesser suppression to regulate their emotions for negatively
valenced pictures. The findings from the study have been discussed in light of existing research, which highlights the benefits of yoga andmeditation by helping an individual regulate their emotions more effectively by greater use of adaptive emotion regulation strategy of cognitive
reappraisal than suppression.

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Monday Online Presentation Session 3
General Psychology
Session Chair: Rajbala Singh

12:50-13:15
68987 | The Vergence-Accommodation Conflict in Stereoscopic Environments: A Comparison of Theoretical and Gaze-Based Vergence

Angle

Susmitha Canny, National Taiwan University of Science and Technology, Taiwan
Chiuhsiang Joe Lin, National Taiwan University of Science and Technology, Taiwan
Three-dimensional (3D) displays have become important for many applications including vision research, surgical training, medical imaging,virtual prototyping, scientific visualization, and others. In many of these applications, it is necessary for the graphic image to accurately
depict the 3D structure of the portrayed object. Unfortunately, the perception of 3D structures in 3D displays is often distorted by the reality
depicted in the displays. The effects of these conflicts may affect binocular fusion and may cause visual fatigue. The scope of the vergence–accommodation conflict has been studied extensively to reveal how the distortion in 3D structure happens. The purpose of this work was tostudy the phenomenon of vergence–accommodation conflict by comparing the theoretical eye vergence angle and gaze-based eye vergenceangle based on eye tracker gaze data. The results indicated that the gaze-based eye vergence angle was largest at the greatest parallax. The
result also revealed that the eye vergence angle accuracy was significantly highest at the nearest parallax. The accuracy of virtual objects isgenerally improved when virtual objects are put near the screen and in the middle. Based on the results of this study, we can gain a greater
understanding of the vergence–accommodation conflict in the stereoscopic environment.
13:15-13:40
68909 | Comparative Study on Causes of Suicide in India and Japan
Aneesah Nishaat, Soka University, Japan
This study aimed to understand the reasons behind suicide, a major public health issue causing hundreds of thousands of deaths worldwide
each year. The research approach was quantitative, using publicly available secondary data on suicide rates and other relevant information. The
data was analyzed using cross-tabulation techniques to compare the reasons for suicide in India and Japan. The findings showed that suicideis caused by a variety of factors, including economic problems, life problems, family problems, and health problems, and that climate changemust also be considered an important factor. The study revealed that suicides in both India and Japan were more common among males thanfemales. In addition, the causes of suicide were similar, including family problems, health problems, school problems, gender problems, andeconomic and lifestyle problems. However, social status problems, infertility problems, and the customary dowry demanded of women at
the time of marriage were identified as causes of suicide specific to India. The study also found that Japan had a higher suicide rate per 100
thousand compared to India, but the rate has been declining in Japan since 2016, while in India, the rate has been gradually rising. In conclusion,
this study demonstrates that there are both universal and region-specific causes of suicide, and highlights the need for a comprehensive
approach to addressing this pressing public health issue.
13:40-14:05
67025 | Examining Laterality Using Chimeric Pictures of ‘Reading Mind in the Eyes Task’: A Split-visual Field Technique
Mohua Das Gupta, Indian Institute of Technology Bhubaneswar, India
Anamitra Basu, Indian Institute of Technology Bhubaneswar, India
The present study aimed to reach a consensus about the dominant hemisphere in Theory of Mind (ToM) ability among typical adults. Prior
investigations have used both direct (fMRI) and indirect (handedness index) laterality approaches, but the split-visual field technique (SVF)
has not been used with the ‘Reading Mind in the Eyes Task’ (RMET). The present study used the SVF technique with selected pictures fromthe RMET by creating their chimeras. Control tasks included chimeric pictures of eyes and lips from an Indian facial database. The chimeric
pictures were administered to a sample of 164 emerging Indian adults. Two sets of analyses were run: a two-way repeated measure ANOVA(task x laterality), and a complex mixed-design analysis using two within-subject factors and one between-subject factor (gender). Post-hoc
comparisons were done on the accuracy and reaction time of the responses. For RMET, no hemispheric dominance was identified, however for
Indian eye-pic and Indian lips-pic, the right hemisphere was found to be significantly dominating. Results from the second analysis showed nosignificant gender difference across the task, laterality, or their interaction. No significant difference between the reaction time for tasks could
be found. Significant differences were found between left and right chimeric pictures with more reaction time recorded for the right chimeric
pictures. We conclude that for a higher-order ToM task like RMET, indirect methods of laterality like SVF are inappropriate. For simple emotion
recognition tasks like eye-pic and lips-pic, indirect methods like SVF can yield reliable and significant results.
14:05-14:30
68054 | Personality Types, Illness Cognition and Health-Related Quality of Life in Myocardial Infarction Patients
Rajbala Singh, The LNM Institute of Information Technology, India
Shikha Dixit, Indian Institute of Technology, India
The illness cognition approach proposes that individuals try to make sense of changes in their somatic state. Through the process of sensemaking, individuals develop their models of illness. These models influence their coping strategies as well as their quality of life. Illness cognition
has been studied as an independent variable related to health-related outcomes. However, personality is a relatively understudied domain
concerning illness cognition and patients' health-related quality of life (HRQoL). Some evidence in the literature indicates that personality
can influence how patients cognize their Illness. The paper investigates whether personality types influence illness cognition and HRQoL in
myocardial infarction (MI) patients. It also explores whether the illness cognition of the patients mediates the relationship between personality
types and HRQoL. A sample of 212 MI patients responded to questionnaires related to personality type A and type D tests, illness cognition
and HRQoL. Results demonstrated that type A and type D personality differ on four dimensions of illness cognition: Identity, controllability(personal control), timeline (timeline cyclic) and illness coherence (coherent understanding of disease). Results revealed that type A and type Dparticipants significantly differed on emotional, physical, social, and total HRQoL. Illness cognition partially mediates the relationship between
personality types and HRQoL. The findings have important implications for the health management of MI patients, as personality types plays avital role in understanding illness, coping and HRQoL.

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Monday Online Presentation Session 4International Psychology
Session Chair: Yehyao Wang

14:45-15:10
68113 | Using the Interpretive Structure Model to Design the Department of Industrial Design Curriculum of the Interdisciplinary

Ability

Tien sheng Lin, Tatung University, Hsing Wu University, Taiwan
Chih-Fu Wu, Tatung University, Taiwan
Ji-Yuan Song, Tatung University, Taiwan
Scholars believed that only by focusing on cultivating students with multi-knowledge integration learning and problem-solving ability to be able
to face changing environment. To become a cross-disciplinary talents with the ability to solve today's complex problems, the cross-field talents
cultivated in the school must not only specialize in design professional knowledge, but also learn a variety of knowledge and skills. Therefore,
curriculum content planning in design education is very important for cultivating interdisciplinary talents.
This study takes the Department of Industrial Design as the object and conducts the construction and evaluation of cross-field ability courses.
By using the Interpretation Structural Model (ISM) to discuss the correlation between courses, find out the cross-field courses suitable for the
Department of Industrial Design.
The results show that course design should focus on developing operational and institutional interdisciplinary capabilities and usability.
Curriculum design should match the problem base learning method to adjust the proportion and sequence of course credits. The arrangementof the courses should first allow students to understand the problems to be solved, and then assist them to build integrated concepts, so thatstudents not only can have vertical and in-depth professional knowledge, but also think in horizontal, diverse and comprehensive ways. By
increasing the diversity of design methods and knowledge as well as the opportunities to practice (such as internship) into course design, letstudents capable to understand the skills of adopting their knowledge and further build their interdisciplinary ability.
15:10-15:35
69233 | The Dual Path Model of the Relationship Between Leadership, Work-related Regulatory Focus and Outcomes: A Dyadic

Relationship between Supervisor and Subordinate
Yeh-yao Wang, Yuan Ze University, Taiwan
Chiung-Yi Huang, Yuan Ze University, Taiwan

Regulatory focus theory in organization field setting is a hotly issues. Past researched have demonstrated these two different focus havedifferent attitudes and behaviors, including as promotion-focused individuals are more risky seeking, high productive, and high speed; whereas
prevention-focused individuals are more conservative seeking, and high safety, and high correct. However, past empirical researches werepredominately discussed these two regulatory focus have different behavior outcomes. Regulatory focus theory application into the relationshipbetween leadership and his/ her subordinate dyadic interaction is rare. As a result, we conducted a survey of a sample from 360 employees
of a big pharmaceutical company in Taiwan. The study proposes that transformational leadership is positive related to his/her subordinate’s
state of work-related promotion focus (Hypothesis 1a); whereas transactional leadership is positive related to his/her subordinate’s stateof work-related prevention focus (Hypothesis 1b). Further, subordinate with work-related promotion focus will acts as mediating role in therelationship between transformational leadership and subordinate’s affective commitment (Hypothesis 2a) and OCB (Hypothesis 3a). On thecontrary, subordinate with work-related prevention focus will acts as mediating role in the relationship between transactional leadership andsubordinate’s normative commitment (Hypothesis 2b) and OCB (Hypothesis 3b). We will use time-lagged design to collect data at two time
points. At time1, subordinates evaluated their direct supervisor’s transformational and transactional leadership and themselves’ demographic
background. At time2, after six months, subordinates evaluated their work-related regulatory focus and their commitment and OCB. We believe
this research will contribute to literature in leadership and regulatory focus theories.
15:35-16:00
68968 | Neural Representation of the Effects of Ambiguity and Its Resolution on Aesthetic Evaluation During Poetry Appreciation
Jimpei Hitsuwari, Kyoto University, Japan
Michio Nomura, Kyoto University, JapanThe world's shortest poem, haiku, frequently involves ambiguity due to its small amount of information. Previous studies (Hitsuwari & Nomura,2022; under review) have found a negative relationship between ambiguity and beauty of haiku, and that the amount of reduction in ambiguity
explains the beauty of haiku. In this study, we used MRI to examine the relationship between ambiguity and beauty from neuroscientific aspects.
43 participants (27 male, 16 female, M = 21.84) completed rating of graded ambiguity and beauty on 48 haiku within the MRI. Based on previous
studies, participants were asked to respond to three types of ambiguity: ambiguity of image, interpretation, and emotion. Behavioral data showed
that, as in previous studies, reduced ambiguity explained haiku beauty. Initial analysis of brain imaging data from 10 participants showed thathaiku that were rated highly for beauty activated the left MTG, which is associated with consistent and orderly information processing (Suzuki
et al., 2008), and the left supramarginal gyrus, which is activated by stories that are considered to be highly literary (Hartung et al., 2021). In
other words, the results suggest that during the appreciation of beautiful haiku, ambiguity may be somewhat resolved and orderly information
processing may be occurring. On the day of the conference, brain imaging data from 43 participants will be presented.

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Monday Online Presentation Session 1
Aging and Gerontology
Session Chair: Yiqi Wangliu

09:00-09:25
67342 | Mobility-related Indicators of Ageing in Late Adulthood: A Neural Network Analysis
Mohsen Shafizadeh, Sheffield Hallam University, United Kingdom
Andrew Barnes, Sheffield Hallam University, United Kingdom
Stuart Bonner, Sheffield Hallam University, United Kingdom
Shahab Parvinpour, The University of Kharazmy, Iran
Jonathan Fraser, Sheffield Hallam University, United Kingdom
Mobility and gait performance have been characterised as indicators of functional declines in older adults and are associated with increased
frailty and risk of falls. In addition, an active lifestyle has positive effects on healthy ageing. The aim of this study was to examine the rolesof mobility-related parameters and physical activity as predictors of the ageing process in late adulthood through a neural network analysis
method. Fifty-five active and sedentary older adults (71.96±5.67 yrs) formed the sample and were divided into two age groups (65-74yrs
and 75-85yrs). All participants completed a Timed Up and Go test (TUG) as well as a 2min self-paced straight-line walking task. Gait-related
variables were 10m walking speed, cadence (step/min), interlimb coordination, swing time asymmetry and variability in stride and doublesupport times. A multilayer perceptron neural network analysis method was used to estimate the importance of mobility-related parameters
associated with ageing. The model produced good accuracy (Error=1.52, correct prediction=81.8%) and sensitivity (0.75) to predict age groups.
The most important mobility-related parameters were walking cadence (100%), stride time variability (94%), physical activity (67%), TUG (55%)
and double-support time variability (50%). In conclusion, these findings suggest that in late adulthood, the mobility-related indicators of ageing
are multidimensional and the changes in gait timing, gait variability, functional performance and lifestyle should be emphasised in intervention
design for healthy ageing.
09:25-09:50
69114 | Elderly Family Carers Perceptions of Managing Challenging Behaviour of Their Adult Children With Intellectual Disability at

Home

Alice N. L. Kwong, Caritas Institute of Higher Education, Hong Kong
Lisa P.L. Low, Caritas Institute of Higher Education, Hong Kong
Angela H.Y. Cheng, Caritas Institute of Higher Education, Hong Kong
Phyllis K.S Wong, Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong
Mimi M.H. Tiu, St. Teresa’s Hospital, Hong Kong
Karen W.S. Wan, Caritas Institute of Higher Education, Hong Kong
Background: Challenging behaviour in the family with intellectual disability (ID) does not appear to be new, yet there is no concrete evidence tosuggest what will work and can help the family. It can be sensitive and distressing to talk about, and hesitancy in revealing feelings about theirown adult family member with ID, especially for elderly family carers.
Aims: (1) To describe attitudes of aging parents towards the CB presented by their adult family children with ID; and (2) to explore how adults
with ID and CB have influenced family relationships and the lives of elderly family carers.
Methods: A qualitative interview study was conducted and used purposive sampling to recruit nine elderly family carers of adults with ID and
CB living at home. Thematic analysis was used.
Results: Adults with ID had some influences on the harmony, balance and connections in the family, and occasional clashes were described.
Most participants perceived aggressive behaviour as CB, followed by destructive, harassing, and/or self-harming behaviour. Depending on
the severity of the CB, participants reported worries, distress and/or annoyance. While there was a good relationship with person with ID,
participants were bounded by parenting responsibilities, and revealed mixed views of ‘self-blaming’, feelings of having ‘no choice’, and whether
to accept or not accept the CB.
Conclusion: Continuous care to tackle CB of their children has placed heavy toils on elderly parents. Concerns about who will take onus forproviding care has highlighted the need for early future care planning and community support.
09:50-10:15
67374 | Stressors and Coping Strategies Associated with Successful Aging among Older Adults Providing Grandchild Care
Yiqi Wangliu, Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong
Hu Yue, Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong
Helene H Fung, Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong
Yuehei Wong, Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong
Yuying Tong, Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong
Successful aging was conceptualized in the ecology system theory. The present study employed qualitative semi-structured interviews tounderstand the grandchild caregivers’ experiences of subjective successful aging, impacted stressors to hamper them from a successful lifeand relevant coping strategies embraced in individual, interpersonal relationship and social systems. Components of subjective successful
aging included valuing physical health, family success and social participation. Stressors and coping strategies were coded as a function oftiming (present vs. future) and the subjective certainty. The most frequently mentioned stressors were physical restraints and the appearanceof different values with adult children In addition to the mostly used reactive coping strategies, older adults also often employed preventive
strategies to cope with the potential physical restraints, or anticipatory strategies to cope with the stressors in interpersonal relationship system.
Moreover, the lack of financial security and medical care from the community system also played a role. As such, older adults proactively saved
money to prepare for their older age. Relevant findings are discussed in relation to policies and institutional measures.

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Monday Online Presentation Session 1
Aging and Gerontology
Session Chair: Yiqi Wangliu

10:15-10:40
68826 | Factors Supporting Integrated Health and Social Care for Vulnerable Older Adults in Urban and Rural Regions in Canada
Siu Mee Cheng, Toronto Metropolitan University, Canada
Cristina Catallo, Toronto Metropolitan University, Canada
Canada’s ageing population will continue to put significant demands on health and social care systems. Integrated health and social care
(IHSC) can support enhanced care outcomes for older adults including enabling successful ageing in place, minimizing avoidable acute careutilization, greater satisfaction and more comprehensive care. IHSC is an evolving phenomenon in Canada and requires greater understandingon the factors that support successful implementation within a Canadian context. A collective case study was undertaken of three IHSC
initiatives in Alberta, Ontario and Nova Scotia. Key informant interviews and focus groups were undertaken with representatives from healthand social care agencies. Thematic analysis was conducted to identify common factors that support integration. Shared vision and goals,
communications, information sharing, dedicated resources, inter-organizational culture, leadership, role clarity, team-based approaches andchampions were observed to support integration among different health and social services agencies. Of these factors, communications
and shared vision and goals were perceived to be the most important because they help to find a point of commonality among different
organizations. Governance authorities, public policies and priorities, public funding and operating in the not-for profit sector, geography, client
characteristics, and a strong sense of community were observed as external factors that exert a positive and negative influence on integration.
IHSC can flourish at the local level in Canada, in rural, urban/rural and urban settings when the focus is on strengthening the relationshipbetween different health and social care agencies. This study points to whole-of-government policymaking and systems planning to enablesuccessful integration.
10:40-11:05
68449 | Assessing Nursing Students’ Knowledge and Attitudes Regarding Sexuality of Older Adults: Implications for Sexuality

Education

Hoi Nga Ng, Caritas Institute of Higher Education, Hong Kong
Kam Weng Boey, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong
Background: Unsatisfied sexual need may deleteriously affect holistic well-being of older adults. However, older adults are reluctant to bringup their sexual concerns partly due to sexuality is an aspect of private life, partly because sexual issues are still a taboo in the society. Healthcare professionals may therefore need to take a proactive role to address sexual concern of older patients. However, issues on sexuality are
rarely brought up in routine health assessment. Nurses feel uncomfortable and were not willing to provide sexual health care to elderly patients.
Inadequate knowledge and negative attitudes were suggested to be two major barriers. Objectives: This study assessed nursing students’knowledge and attitudes regarding aging sexuality, with a view to provide teaching materials for nursing education. Methods: The Aging Sexual
Knowledge and Attitude Scale (ASKAS) was used as a measuring instrument. Participants were 258 first year nursing students (mean age = 19.3,
SD = 1.7; 90.7% females) of three nursing schools run by the Hospital Authority of Hong Kong. Results: The data indicated that nursing students’knowledge about aging sexuality was inadequate. More than two-thirds of the knowledge items were answered incorrectly. The students also
showed conservative attitudes towards sexuality of older adults. More than 80% of the items on sexuality of older adults were endorsed withconservative attitudes. Conclusions: Findings of this study indicate a crucial need to promote of knowledge and positive attitudes regarding
aging sexuality among nursing students. Pertinent information collected from this study provides useful reference materials for designingtraining program for sexuality education. Limitations of the study and shortcomings of ASKAS as a measure aging sexuality were considered.

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Monday Online Presentation Session 2
Philosophy
Session Chair: Srecko Koralija

11:20-11:45
67496 | Ethics, Entropy, Neosecuritization: An Analysis of North Korean Border Crossers
Dosol Lee, University of Copenhagen, Denmark
This paper aims to propose a novel approach to studying ethics and securitization of border crossing by employing middle-range theory,
situating empirical cases of North Korean border crossers. Elucidating on the justification practice in legal identification of North Koreans in fivestates (South Korea, China, Russia, the UK and the US) vis-à-vis North Koreans’ predicaments as refugees sur place, this paper presents North
Korean “border crossers” as human agents and their border crossing as a self-emancipation practice in response to the body managementof the states. In this view, human agency is conceptualized as ability and answerability drawn on biopolitics and chronotope upon this paper’s
theoretical foundation, Ethics of Coexistence (EoC). EoC is elaborated by the Entropy of Peace (EP) which delineates the power to restore thepolitics of migration against the mechanism of scapegoating, fitness of deviance for constructive social changes, and resilience of humanagents to risk. This paper then develops Mobility-Identity-Security Analysis (MISA) and Biopolitical Risk Analysis (BRA). In MISA, dimension
intersections and reverse of MIS are described. BRA provides, inter alia, an ecological understanding of risk, a risk transformation strategy
interacting with peace and agency, and a matrix of urgency. The two sets of analytical tools, MISA and BRA are to propose ‘Neosecuritization’, acritique of traditional security discourses on migration. This paper concludes with ethical, methodological, legal and policy-relevant reflections
on primarily but not limited to the border crossing of North Koreans.
11:45-12:10
66416 | Metaphysical Agency and Virtues in Conceptual Engineering and Conceptual Activism
Roxanne Kurtz, University of Illinois Springfield, United States
Examining the role of conceptual engineering and conceptual activism to ameliorate normative concerns around AI design demonstrates
the existence of metaphysical agency and the need for virtue metaphysics. Conceptual engineers and activists take seriously that concepts
shape reality. Rather than taking the world as given, they use the practice and products of metaphysical theorizing to exercise metaphysicalagency, with the world as a metaphysical patient that deserves consideration. Metaphysical agents exercise their agency in the metaphysicaldomain through their capacities to involve metaphysical principles, norms, and theories to reason, to make decisions, and to act to shape their
metaphysical outlooks and reality. They are metaphysically responsible and accountable for exercising this agency well and succeed to varying
degrees. On this sketch, metaphysical agency differs from moral and epistemic agency: it involves how theorizing metaphysically shapes ourworld. This is precisely the interest of conceptual engineers and activists. One might object that accounts of moral and epistemic agency
suffice to describe the agency of conceptual engineers and activists. However, because conceptual engineers and activists design and deploy
concepts that carve up the world, the mistakes they may make are different than those made by moral or epistemic agents. The performanceof conceptual engineers and activists seeking to ameliorate normative problems matters to their success. Thus, we ought to have a theory ofvirtue metaphysics, to identify virtues of excellent metaphysical agents grounded in the good of making the world a better place.
12:10-12:35
69029 | Moral Leadership Between Language and Meaning
Srecko Koralija, Vrije Universiteit, Netherlands
The paper discusses organisation as a coexistence of various value systems inherent to moral leadership. It is based on the presumption thatvalue systems also include religious beliefs that are nourished by religious narratives. The value systems demonstrate a constant relationship/or tension/ between how something is expressed (language) and what is meant (meaning).
The paper explores to what extent the semantic properties of the concept ‘king’ as used in biblical narratives overlap with the concept ‘leader’ as
used in organisational leadership. It is examined how the people (moral agents) whose value systems are rooted in religious narratives, create
their own semantic environment of the ‘leader’ which correlates their religious beliefs to understanding of moral leadership in an organisation.
Finally, the paper investigates to what extent metaphor, charisma and autocracy, when applied to the concepts ‘king’ and ‘leader’, shapeperceptions and enactment of dark and bright sides of leadership. The method applied in the paper is semantic analysis based on texts andsocial networks.

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Monday Online Presentation Session 3
Religion and Education
Session Chair: Joselito Gutierrez

13:15-13:40
68971 | The Significance of Thomas Aquinas’ Christology to the “Death of the Subject” in the Postmodern Era
Christian Arisandi Kiding Allo, Driyarkara College, Indonesia
Modernism, which was previously expected to carry human civilization towards a bright and utopian future, has failed. Dark experiences in thetwentieth century such as the First World War, the Second World War, the Holocaust, and the Cold War have brought pessimism towards theview of scientific and technological progress. Even the worst is the loss of public trust in modern meta-narratives which then causes a loss of
direction and hope for the future. This causes the appreciation of life towards reality to be shallow and without a consistent attitude. People
are aware of the many difficulties and problems in life they face, but they try to forget and pretend they don't know, so that the conditions they
enjoy are based on suffering. The way of life with this paradigm ultimately leads to "death of the subject" where there is no longer any idealismthat is held and only flows with the times. Looking back, Thomas Aquinas, who was a major figure in the Middle Ages, offered the concept ofChristology within the theological framework of Visio Beatifica. Aquinas realized that this world which has fallen into sin is inseparable from evil
and ugliness, but the personal presence and work of Christ has given humanity a hope that this world runs in God's sovereignty so that there is
no reason for humans to stop hoping and living life with despair.
13:40-14:05
68873 | Exploring the Religious View of Cultivating Sages and Talents from the Perspective of Social Innovation
Li-Yueh Chen, Weixin Shengjiao College, Taiwan
Chen-Mei Li, Weixin Shengjiao College, Taiwan
Social innovation involves the development and implementation of new concepts and approaches to satisfy the needs of society and solve
issues, ultimately enhancing social well-being. According to the National Development Council, Taiwan merged to form an old-age society in2018 and will enter a super-old-age society in 2025. Meanwhile, young people have been addicted to the Internet in recent years, and crimes,
fraud, drug problems, gambling, and other crimes have become prevalent. From a theological standpoint, this study investigates the conceptof "cultivating sages and talents" proposed by Grand Master Hunyuan, the founder of Weixin Shengjiao, a new religion that has been rapidly
spreading in Taiwan since 1982. The concept incorporates I-Ching Fengshui as well as insights from Confucianism, Buddhism, and Taoism inorder to promote the public's virtue, aspirations, and spiritual sublimation. It seeks to create the great harmonious world described by Confucius
in the Chapter "The Great Together" in The Book of Rites with the ultimate goal of "enriching the people." As a result, this study examines thereligious viewpoint of "cultivating sages and talents" in Weixin Shengjiao through document analysis of Grant Master Hunyuan's teachings, andfinds that the religious concept of cultivating sages and talents has been put into practice through socially innovative implementation. The
results of this study will serve as a guide for people all over the world on how to use religious education and practice as a social innovation in
response to population aging and other related social challenges.
14:05-14:30
67050 | Contextualization of Saint Joseph’s Fatherhood in the Light of Pope Francis’ Patris Corde
Joselito Gutierrez, University of Santo Tomas, Philippines
This research study analyzes, discusses, and offers an interpretation of fatherhood in the light of the teachings of the Apostolic Letter Patris
Corde (With a Father's Heart) of Pope Francis. The document promulgated on February 24, 2021, enumerated the ideal qualities of Saint
Joseph: a beloved father, a tender and loving father, an obedient father, an accepting father, a creatively courageous father, a working father, anda father in the shadows. In general, this research study aims to provide contextual hermeneutics of the traits of the foster father of Jesus andappropriate these traits to the context of Filipino families. The researcher employs Cardinal Cardin's pastoral spiral known as the "see-judgeact" as its research framework. In interpreting the texts, the researcher uses the contextual method of analysis. Other available referenceswere considered in an attempt to further comprehend fatherhood according to the teachings of our faith. The discussions include reflections
on Saint Joseph's fatherhood as revealed in the Scripture, Church Catechism, and previous papal documents. The research concludes with aproposal to the Filipino fathers to adopt Joseph as their model of fatherhood – a father totally involved in the affairs of his family, specifically inthe nurturance, providing, and protecting of the Holy Family of Nazareth.

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Monday Online Presentation Session 4
Religion
Session Chair: Lorenzo Pompeo

14:45-15:10
68825 | Renewing Religious Landscape: Moscow Buddhism as a Converted Religious Phenomenon in a Global City
Aleksandra Sechko, HSE University, Russia
In this paper I’d like to track the ways in which Moscow's religious landscape is being renewed by the developing community of Buddhism's
followers, framing this case within the optics of “global”. The new religious movements and alternative spirituality has been recently coming
into the focus of urban landscape researchers (De Boeck, Fawaz, Srinivas). Thus, this paper is aiming to observe the emergence and functioningof new religious spaces in the dynamic global city in order to identify its origin, position and form as a part of the local landscape. As for theempirical material of the research, I’m concentrating on the sites and spaces – both physical and imaginary – created by non-ethnic Buddhist
converts in Moscow, a global city having no historical ties with the religion. My fieldwork was carried out both in offline- and online-communitiesof all the Buddhist schools represented in the city, all of which emerged from five to ten years ago. Brad Weiss’s concept of imagination andAnna Tsing’s concept of circulations provide a conceptual background for exploring the specifics of religion’s migration from Japan to Moscow
and its nature in the new state. I assume that the landscape of Moscow – physical and imaginary – is being transformed by a new religious
community.
15:10-15:35
67353 | Jesus the Ineffecutal: The Maternal God of Shūsaku Endō and Christian Traditions Between East and West
Lorenzo Pompeo, University of Trieste & University of Udine, Italy
The aim of this proposal is to reflect on how the novelist Shūsaku Endō (1923-1996) presents the Christian message and the person of Jesus
Christ to his fellow countrymen.
In his life Endō has experienced the complex relationship between Japanese roots and his Catholic faith: consequently, in his works he avoids
to focus on the image of a judging and condemning God, as is evident both in the story of the life of Jesus, called “the Ineffectual” in his
fictionalized biography "Jesu no Shōgai" (1973), and in the novel "Silence" ("Chinmoku", 1966).
Described as someone who shares the human experience of suffering and who understands human weaknesses, Christ therefore ends up
assuming maternal traits. As evidenced by the studies of Emi Mase-Hasegawa, author of "Christ in Japanese culture: Theological Themes in
Shusaku Endo’s Literary Works" (2008), it is plausible that Endō drew on traditions rooted in Koshintō (ancient shintō), such as the "Amae" (thefeeling that binds the child to the mother), to inculturate the Christian message in Japan.
In light of the above, these aspects of Endō’s literary works will be compared with some enlightening examples of Western Christian culture, inparticular with the idea of the "foeminea forma" as it emerges from the work of Hildegard of Bingen (1098-1179). This analysis would represent
a fruitful challenge to explore intercultural dialogue between Christianity of West and of the East and to highlight similarities and differences
underlying the different philosophical-religious traditions.
15:35-16:00
68039 | Exploring the Social Space of Filipino Catholics in Japan: De/Ghettoization
Willard Enrique Macaraan, De La Salle University, Philippines
Filipinos go to Japan for economic reasons but as they migrate for work, they bring along with them their ethnoreligious identity and heritage.
Situated as "guests" in the Church of Japan, Filipino Catholics' (FCs) ecclesial presence is marked by narratives of seclusion, marginality, andnegotiation. Data are drawn from a qualitative field research on selected church communities in the Archdiocese of Tokyo in Japan, namely,
Koiwa, Matsudo, Akabane, and Kasai.
In an attempt to explore and nuance these contested spaces, I would make use of Loic Wacquant's theorization of urban ghettos and Pierre
Bourdieu's ideation of "field". To illustrate this, the paper proposes a 'diamond-quadrant' (DQ) plane that may serve as a heuristic device foranalytical purposes. Results from this study suggest that the early years of FCs' negotiation (1979-1990s) locate the players in the right planeof contested space defined by exclusionary tendencies of swording and shielding. In the mid-2000s, there has since been a major shift ofnegotiation to the left plane that is characterized by inclusionary attempts of fishnet and graftage. Despite this shift, it is still a negotiatedspace. The vision of full integration remains an ideal objective that if unmasked of its ambiguity and hegemonic nuances may be a welcome
solution to the problems that affect the Church of Japan as a whole.

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General Psychology

67207 | Biopsychosocial Factors in Alcohol-related Cancers in East Asian Populations
Hoang Le, New York University, United States
One of the most common causes of human cancer is alcohol consumption. There has been evidence that shows drinking increases the risk ofcancer in the mouth and throat, larynx, colon, liver, female breast, and especially the esophagus. However, much of the existing data is collectedfrom Western countries. This literature review aims to evaluate the interaction between genetic influences, behaviors, and environments forthe development of cancer through the consumption of alcohol in East Asian individuals. The targeted population was selected specifically for
their unique facial flushing reaction after consuming alcohol. Alcohol flushing is an allergic response triggered mainly by the inactive aldehyde
dehydrogenase-2 (ALDH2) genotype. Study participants range from adults in East Asian countries (China, Japan, and Korea) to college students
with East Asian ethnicities in the United States. While previous research has suggested the association between ALDH2 inactive gene flushing
response and alcohol-associated cancers, Asian flushers are more at risk due to social, psychological, and cultural influences on drinking behavior.
68698 | Women’s Interpersonal Attitudes Depend on Conception Risk
Ryoko Takikawa, Waseda University, Japan
Yasuyuki Fukukawa, Waseda University, Japan
Although several research with between-subjects design explores the effect of the conception risk across the menstrual cycle on women'sinterpersonal attitudes, there has not been enough relevant research considering within-subjects design. The purpose of this study was to examine
whether altruistic behavior changes over time depending on conception risks. An online survey was conducted on a total of 94 Japanese female
university students twice at a two-week interval. Conception risk was assessed based on self-reported information regarding days since the firstday of their last menstrual period. Altruistic behavior towards three domains of personal relationships (family members, friends and acquaintances,and strangers) was measured from participants' answers to a questionnaire. A variable related to perceived vulnerability to disease (PVD) was alsomeasured from a questionnaire. ANOVA indicated that altruistic behavior score toward family members increased when women were at the timeof high risk of conception. ANOVA also indicated that altruistic behavior score toward strangers decreased when women with low PVD were at thetime of low risk of conception. The results remained significant even after controlling for menstrual regularity and low-dose oral contraceptive use.
The findings of the study highlight biological factors affecting women's interpersonal attitudes.
68711 | The Storage Mechanism of Ensemble Representation in Visual Working Memory
Chaoer Xu, Zhejiang University, China
Jifan Zhou, Zhejiang University, China
The ability to extract and store ensemble representation helps us to efficiently process and remember complex visual information, despite the limited
capacity of our visual working memory. Previous studies on visual working memory have focused mostly on objects, rather than on ensembles. The
current study investigated the storage limitations and storage format of ensemble representation using a change detection paradigm. In a series ofexperiments, participants viewed multiple sets of circles grouped by spatial proximity and memorized the mean size of each set. Each set contained
six circles, but with different sizes. Participants reported whether the mean size of memorized set was identical to the mean size of the probe set.
Results showed that visual working memory could stably maintain mean sizes of approximately two sets for at least four seconds. The working
memory performance of ensembles was not affected by the number of individuals in the ensemble, indicating that individuals were not stored inworking memory. In addition, the memory of ensemble representations did not depend on the precise memory of the individual objects. Taken together,
these results suggest that ensembles are not stored as a simple composition of their individual elements, but as more abstract statistical information.
68893 | A Psychometric Review of Three Measures of Social Isolation Among Japanese Adults
Emi Ichimura, Seattle Pacific University, United States
Joel Jin, Seattle Pacific University, United States
The Japanese Ministry of Health maintains that the term “hikikomori” refers to prolonged, voluntary isolation or confinement to one’s living space forat least 6 months. However, the conceptualization of hikikomori as a disorder and the development of its measures within the context of the pandemic
are still novel. As such, the purpose of this study is to compare the psychometric properties of three separate measures for hikikomori that have beenpreviously tested with Japanese adult samples. Criteria included favorable reliability (e.g., stability, internal consistency, and equivalence) and validity(e.g., content, criterion, and construct), cultural applicability, and theoretical relevance. The three measures under investigation were: The Adaptive
Behaviors Scale for Hikikomori Self Report version (ABS-H-SR; Nonaka & Sakai, 2022), Lubben Social Network Scale (LSNS-6; Kurimoto et al., 2011), andThe Hikikomori Questionnaire (HQ-25; Teo et al., 2018). All measures presented sound psychometric properties; however, the ABS-H-SR demonstrated
especially high interpretability, excellent CFA model fit, and relevance within the context of the pandemic. The LSNS-6 was critiqued for its brevity, andthe HQ-25 was not prioritized due to its lack of psychometric review, though this scale is still considered for further evaluation. This systematic review
provides recommendations for cross-cultural and contextual adaptations on how to measure social isolative tendencies in future research.
68894 | Psychological Experiences of Hikikomori During the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Literature Review

Emi Ichimura, Seattle Pacific University, United States

Koji Tohmon, Seattle Pacific University, United States
Michelle Pei, Seattle Pacific University, United States
Keyne Law, Seattle Pacific University, United States
Joel Jin, Seattle Pacific University, United States

The COVID-19 pandemic and resulting lockdowns have raised concerns about hikikomori, a phenomenon characterized by prolonged confinement to one's
living space. This literature review aims to highlight differences in understanding the psychological experience of hikikomori after being in a pandemic
where physical isolation was warranted. We searched APA PsycINFO (March 2020-Current) for articles in English on the relationship between mental healthoutcomes (e.g., psychological distress, depression, and anxiety) and isolative tendencies. After screening 67 articles, we retrieved 21 articles for review.
The studies revealed that subjective perceptions of social isolation and social support significantly affect mental well-being, while objective measures ofsocial isolation were not associated with ratings of mental health. As such, interventions aimed at reducing loneliness and increasing social support may beparticularly beneficial for those who are at risk of experiencing hikikomori-like symptoms. Furthermore, vulnerable individuals with pre-existing psychosocial
adversities were more likely to display increased anxiety levels when facing pandemic-related stressors. The study highlights the need for clinicians to
consider broader sociocultural contexts, such as institutional and illness-triggered factors, stigma, and discrimination. Future research can explore the longterm effects of isolation during and after the pandemic, including its impact on social and cognitive functioning, physical health, and the development of new
coping mechanisms. The review also suggests that the previous understanding of hikikomori may no longer apply to those who have adapted to functioning
remotely during the pandemic. Clinicians should consider this shift and evaluate their patients' well-being across various domains to ensure appropriate care.

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69117 | The Relationship Between Visual Hierarchical Representation Prior and Aesthetic Experience
Yiming Zhu, Zhejiang University, China
Ning Tang, Zhejiang University, China
Jifan Zhou, Zhejiang University, China
Mowei Shen, Zhejiang University, China
Aesthetics is a kind of advanced psychological activity that involves high-level cognitive processing and emotional experience. To understand its
essence, one of the premises is to reveal the mechanism of mental representation of artistic works. Previous studies believed that visual processing
was the base of aesthetic activities. Recently, it has been found that the visual system represents a visual scene in a hierarchical structure, which
provides a new perspective to explore the relationship between visual processing and aesthetic feelings. This research examines the role of thehierarchical characteristics of the mental representation in producing aesthetic feeling of visual images. At the beginning, the subjects were asked todivide the blank rectangle freely to obtain the prior structural parameters. In the other two experiments, the subjects were presented with two groupsof pictures generated by prior parameters and the pictures generated by random parameters, and then reported which group looks more beautiful.
We found that, no matter simple Mondrian style pictures, or complex sand table scenes and virtual three-dimensional scenes, subjects prefer images
that conform to the priori hierarchy. The above findings indicate that visual hierarchy preference has cognitive function basis and provide inspirations
for establishing a more perfect aesthetic cognitive model and developing artificial intelligence with automatic design and evaluation capabilities.
69216 | The Influence of Speed and Effort on the Moral Judgment of Cognitive Enhancement
Prarthana Suresh, FLAME University, India
Abhishek Sahai, FLAME University, India
Previous research suggests that pharmacological cognitive enhancement (PCE) is viewed negatively due to perceived medical uncertainty,
coercion, and unfairness and hollowness of the outcome. With the increasing advancement in and use of technology, along with a shift towards
machines and gadgets, there seems to exist a need for humans to improve their mental functioning in order to keep up with the developingchanges. The ""unfairness-undeservingness"" model suggests that the achievements (outcome) gained due to PCEs are considered unfair andtherefore morally unacceptable. However, the influence of certain factors such as the speed of effect of a drug (slow/fast) and the amount of effort
put in (more/less), on the moral judgment of an outcome, remains unexplored. The purpose of this study is to understand the effect of such factors.
For example; how will people judge a drug X that improves attention overnight as compared to a drug Y that takes a month to improve attention?
Second, even if a PCE improves attention, that alone will not be enough to produce desirable results (one has to read enough books to gain more
marks). We hypothesise that slow/fast (speed of drug) and more/less (effort) will lead to fair/unfair moral judgment of the outcome. This research
will help in the fundamental understanding of why people judge the outcomes of a user of PCE as unfair, and how that is modulated by speed ofdrug (slow/fast) and effort (more/less) required to achieve the desired outcome.

Linguistics/Language & Psychology/Behavioral Science

67467 | Risk Analysis of Newspaper Articles Based on the First and Second Language of an Individual
Liz George, FLAME University, India
Shruti Goyal, FLAME University, India
Newspapers are a medium that spreads awareness about current day events; based on which individuals make decisions. The current study
focuses on decisions made by individuals - in regard to the Foreign Language Effect (FLE) - in their day-to-day life. Literature around FLE makenote of an emotional-rational response among participants and we wanted to cross check those predictions in real life situations with the use ofnewspaper articles. Bilinguals will be used to examine the participants response to risk analysis on the event of motor vehicle accidents. This will
be done with the help of 3 articles in English on the aforementioned theme. The study will analyze if decisions made by an individual after reading
the article in English will differ based on their first language. The Independent Variable will be the Native Language and the Dependent Variable willbe the Response Provided. We predict that individuals whose foreign/second language is English will respond in a risk aversive manner. As there
are comparatively fewer research papers on FLE and motor accidents with a participant pool of those between 18 to 25 years, this paper will add
to pre-existing research and can be a base from which future researchers can build on.
68976 | Musician Effects on the Perception of Speech With Degraded Fundamental Frequency Contours in Noisy Environments
I-Hui Hsieh, National Central University, Taiwan
Yu-Jyun Guo, National Central University, Taiwan
Pitch variations of the fundamental frequency (F0) contour contributes critical information to encoding speech under noisy environments. Recent
evidence suggests that musicians may confer an advantage on speech-in-noise perception due to enhanced F0 pitch discrimination abilities.
However, previous studies compared speech with natural-F0 and flattened-F0 contours (i.e., monotone pitch), leaving the effects contributed fromdifferent levels of F0 contours unexamined. This study investigates whether a musician advantage exists in understanding Mandarin Chinese
speech where the F0 pitch contour is degraded at different levels (i.e., conveying tone and/or intonation information). To this end, we systematicallyflattened the F0 contour either at the tone level, intonation level, or all levels of F0 contour pitch information to assess musician effects on speechin-noise perception. A cohort of sixteen musicians and 17 non-musicians identified degraded-F0 Mandarin Chinese sentences masked under noiseat four signal-to-noise ratios (no noise, 0, −5, and −9 dB). Pitch difference thresholds and innate musical skills associated with speech-in-noise
benefits were also assessed. While speech intelligibility decreased with decreasing signal-to-noise levels for both musicians and non-musicians,
we found no musician advantage in identifying any type of flattened-F0 contour speech in noise. Musicians demonstrated smaller (better) pitch
discrimination thresholds, which correlated with better perception of flat-intonation speech. In addition, higher speech intelligibility was associatedwith better performance on innate musical skills on pitch and accent processing. These findings suggest that speech-in-noise benefits may not be
contingent on the ability to process F0 pitch contours, and could instead be related to innate musical skills.

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69229 | Accuracy of Measuring Physical Activity Parameters Using Apple Watch: A Comprehensive Review
Chao-huei Shao, National Chung-hsing University, Taiwan
Background: This study examined the accuracy of commercial wearable devices (e.g., Apple Watch) in measuring physical activity at different
intensities by comprehensively reviewing the literature. Methods: Two electronic databases, including Google Scholar, and PubMed, were searched
up to June 2022. Selection criteria included: (1) Studies were conducted using Apple Watch as a tool for measuring physical activity parameters(such as time spent in sedentary behavior, light-intensity, and moderate to high-intensity physical activities); (2) An objective instrument such as
an accelerometer was utilized for checking the accuracy of physical activity measurements. Exclusion criteria: (1) Studies did not examine thevalidation of any physical activity parameter; (2) Studies did determine the intensity of physical activity. Results: A total of 13 studies met theinclusion criteria (sedentary behavior [n=1], light activity [n=5], and moderate to high-intensity activity [n=12]);. Among the included 13 studies, Apple
Watch was validated for sedentary behavior in one study (1/1), light activity (four out of five), and moderate-to-high intensity activity (ten out of
twelve), respectively. Conclusion: The evidence showed that most of the included studies suggest the Apple Watch is acceptable and for accurately
measuring physical activity at different intensities. And it can be used not only as an instrument for self-health management but also as a tool formonitoring the prevalence of physical activity in large-scale populations.

Mental Health67407 | Changes in Expectancies for the Hypnotic State Directly Associated With Improvements in Conscious/Nonconscious

Attitudes Towards Hypnosis Part 2: Pre-psycho-education Scores

Tomomi Nakatani, Konan University, Japan
Yoshikazu Fukui, Konan University, Japan
Shin-ichi Oura, Tokai-Gakuin University, Japan
Takahiro Imaida, University of Human Environments, Japan

There is evidence that hypnosis is effective for psychosomatic disorders such as irritable bowel syndrome and chronic pain. However, hypnosis has
not been fully utilized in psychosomatic medicine in Japan. Nakatani et al. (2021) reported the effects of psycho-education on improving conscious/
nonconscious attitudes towards hypnosis using the attitude towards hypnosis score at the pre-psycho-education (high/low) based on the mean as anindependent variable. However, using the mean as a criterion is questionable because many people have positive conscious attitude towards hypnosis,
but negative nonconscious attitude towards hypnosis (Fukui & Oura, 2016). Therefore, the current study compared the results of an ANOVA with theattitude towards hypnosis scores at the pre-psycho-education divided by the theoretical median (high/low) or attitude towards hypnosis scores
divided by the mean as independent variables. University students’ (N = 54) conscious attitude towards hypnosis was assessed by a questionnaire(Shimizu, 2009) and nonconscious attitude towards hypnosis by the Implicit Association Test (Fukui & Oura, 2016) before and after psycho-education.
The data overlap with a series of past studies (Nakatani et al., 2020, 2021, 2022). Regardless of the criterion, the results indicated that correcting
expectancies for loss of control improved conscious attitude towards hypnosis in the negative pre-conscious attitude towards hypnosis group andthat there was a significant difference between the decrease in the high pre-nonconscious attitude towards hypnosis group and the increase in the low
pre-nonconscious attitude towards hypnosis group. These findings suggest that the results are similar irrespective of the criterion.
68973 | Mental Health Difficulties Among Asian Psychologists and Trainees
Bingjie Tong, University of South Florida, United States
Andrew Devendorf, University of South Florida, United States
Sarah E. Victor, Texas Tech University, United States
Jonathan Rottenberg, University of South Florida, United States
There is a lack of representation of Asian faculty and trainees in clinical and counseling psychology, and their mental health challenges areoften overlooked. We surveyed accredited doctoral training programs and internships across the United States and Canada in 2021. Out of 1959
responses, 158 respondents (8%) identified as Asian. Most Asian respondents (n = 111; 84%) reported a history of a mental health difficulty,
with depression (75%), anxiety (47%), and suicidal thoughts or behaviors (STB; 44%) being the most prevalent. These prevalence estimates weresimilar to those of non-Asian respondents, of which 82% reported a history of mental health difficulties, with depression being the most commonly
endorsed (72%), followed by anxiety (54%) and STB (38%). However, when asked about receiving a formal diagnosis for a mental health condition,
the proportion of Asian respondents with a diagnosis was significantly lower (37%) than their non-Asian peers (48%) (p = 0.01). The multivariate
analysis did not find a significant difference between the Asian and non-Asian groups in symptom severity, indexed by the number of total mental
health difficulties and professional performance impairment. The current findings suggest that mental health difficulties are prevalent in clinicaland counseling psychology. Asian psychologists and trainees have a lower rate of formal mental health diagnoses, but this may not reflect lower
levels of symptom severity but a lack of mental health resources, such as financial constraints, a lack of time, or cultural factors that discourage
help-seeking. However, future research is needed to explicitly test these hypotheses.
68979 | Effects of Intercultural Training for Foreign Care Workers in Japan: A Short-term Longitudinal Study
Kaori Hatanaka, Baika Women's University, Japan
Emiko Yamamoto, Aichi Medical University, Japan
Yoichi Yamano, Ritsumeikan University, Japan
Tomoko Tanaka, Okayama University, Japan
Foreign care workers in Japan (“foreigners”) face difficulties due to language barriers and cultural differences in care practices. However,systematic training on cross-cultural care has not been developed, and building a culture of collaboration between foreigners and Japanese care
workers is challenging. This study examined the short-term intervention effects of an e-learning program providing ""intercultural care education"" toforeigners. The program included four videos on care and a pamphlet on intercultural adaptation. Data was collected from 12 participants at threetime points — before the program (B), one month after the program (P1), and three months after the program (P2).
Analysis of variance in B-P1-P2 showed that ""intercultural care education"" was effective in reducing psychological work burden (amount)(F(1,11)=8.80,p<.05). The results of multiple comparisons of the Bonferroni method showed that P2 score was significantly lower than B and P1.
No changes were found at the three time points for occupational stress work burden (quality), fatigue, overall job satisfaction, work engagement,
and social support. The results indicate that the short-term (three months) effects of the ""intercultural care education"" program are acquisitionof new skills, improved work efficiency, and reduced quantitative work stressors. In the future, it is necessary to examine whether the program
contributes to building a culture of collaboration as a long-term effect.

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69065 | Revealing Intrapersonal Relationships Between Academic Self-Concept and Subjective Achievement in Foreign

Language Learning: An Experiential-Sampling Approach

Daisuke Akamatsu, Kyoto University of Education, Japan

Academic achievement contributes the formation of academic self-concept (Marsh et al., 2019). Despite the theoretical assumption that academic selfconcept is situationally determined depending on students’ or classmates’ achievement of the course (Marsh et al., 2019; Niepel et al., 2022), most longitudinalstudies relied on surveys with long intervals over weeks or months (Wu et al., 2021). To address this gap in the literature, this study measured students’
academic self-concept and perceived class-specific achievement every class by experiential-sampling approach and investigated the intrapersonal fluctuationof self-concept. Also, this study further explored the role of achievement goals in predicting individual differences in this relationship. The online surveys
were conducted thirteen times over a month on 27 Japanese undergraduates who took English as foreign language (EFL) course. Initial surveys measured
students’ academic self-concept and achievement goals in EFL learning at individual levels. The participants got signals to join in the surveys from Time 2 toTime 13 right after finishing every EFL class, measuring situational EFL self-concept and lesson-specific perceived EFL achievement of themselves and theirclassmates. Hierarchical linear modeling revealed that a higher lesson-specific perceived EFL achievement was associated with higher situational academic
self-concept levels within individuals. Academic achievement goals did not moderate this intrapersonal relationship. The results suggest that class-specificachievement contributes to situational formation of academic self-concept. This study brought empirical support for the intrapersonal dynamic relationships
between academic self-concept and perceived academic achievement. The results confirm the theoretical suggestion that motivational constru
69223 | Effect of Blaming Attitude Toward Bullying Victims on the Cognition of Bullying Victims’ Culpability
Takashi Hori, Konan University, Japan
Yoshikazu Fukui, Konan University, Japan
Satoko Koyama, Saku Mental Clinic, JapanThe cognition of bullying victims’ culpability refers to the cognition that victims are also responsible for the bullying. The judgment of culpability is
influenced by whether participants have experienced bullying victimization or perpetration. This cognition is considered one of the critical factors
hindering the resolution of bullying. Blaming attitude toward bullying victims underlies the cognition of bullying victims’ culpability (Fukui & Koyama,2015), and there is a significant strong positive correlation between them (Hori et al., 2022a). Therefore, to examine factors moderating theirassociation is vital to resolve bullying. Hori et al. (2022b) reported the moderating effects of objective empathy in the relationship between them.
However, these effects might differ depending on whether it is directed toward the victim or the perpetrator. Therefore, in this study, we exploredthe moderating effects of experiences of bullying victimization and perpetration and empathy for victims in the effect of blaming attitude towardvictims on the cognition of bullying victims’ culpability. An online survey was conducted with adults (N =300) from the general population. The
data partly overlapped with a series of our previous studies (e.g., Hori et al., 2022a-c). Results showed that the positive effect of victim blaming
attitude on the perceived rate of bullying victim’s responsibility was somewhat stronger for participants with low empathy for victims than for
those with high empathy. Moreover, the effect was observed only for perpetrators. These results suggest that those who have experienced bullying
perpetration with low empathy for victims tend to overestimate the victim’s responsibility.
69244 | Effects of Learning Strategies and Achievement Goals at Different Learning Stages in High School Mathematics
Issei Manabe, Nagoya University, Japan
This study examined the relationship between students' use of learning strategies and their achievement goals at different stages of learning.
Although there is much research on learning strategies, studies explicitly focusing on learning strategies at different learning stages is scarce. This
study aims to explore the connection between achievement goals and learning strategies from the perspective of learning stages. A questionnaire
survey was administered to 166 Japanese university students to explore the relationship between their achievement goal tendencies and theuse of specific learning strategies during the preparation, in-class, review, and testing phases of high school mathematics. The survey included
questions that assessed the types of learning strategies employed by participants and measures of achievement goal orientations. Theseorientations consisted of three distinct subscales: proficiency goals focusing on personal growth and development, a performance approach goalthat emphasized seeking high evaluation from others and avoiding low evaluation, and a performance approach goal that emphasized striving
for good grades and admission to a good university. The results showed that students with proficiency goals were more likely to use learning
strategies at all stages of learning. Additionally, there was a positive correlation between using learning strategies in the classroom and review
phases and between proficiency and performance goals in interpersonal relationships. Furthermore, the results showed little correlation between
the use of learning strategies in the preparation and performance approach goal.

Qualitative/Quantitative Research in any other area of Psychology

69243 | Factors Affecting Work Engagement of Caregivers in Small-Scale, Multifunctional Home Nursing Care
Emiko Yamamoto, Aichi Medical University, Japan
Kaori Hatanaka, Baika Women's University, Japan
Noriko Watanabe, Japan Center for Certified Public Psychologists, Japan
Tomoko Tanaka, Okayama University, Japan
Purpose To identify factors affecting the work engagement of caregivers in small-scale multifunctional in-home care. Methods An unmarked
questionnaire survey was mailed to small-scale multifunctional in-home caregivers in Japan using a convenience sampling method. In total, 191
surveys were distributed to 32 facilities that provided consent. The questionnaire items included the demographics, transformational leadership(TL), Gratitude at Work Scale (GAWS), Communication skill scale for Home Visiting Staff-Coworker (CHVS-C), and Utrecht Work Involvement Scale
Japanese Short Version (UWES-J). The analysis method used a hypothesized model of causality from TL to GAWS and CHVS-C and from GAWS to
CHVS-C and UWES-J. Based on these hypotheses, a causal model was constructed using the four scores as observed variables, and a covariancestructure analysis was performed using Amos. Results In total, 106 valid responses were obtained (58% response rate; mean age 47.3 years: 22 males,
84 females). There were significant positive paths from TL to GAWS and from GAWS to UWES-J. There was also a significant positive path from GAWS
to UWES-J via the CHVS-C. There was no significant relationship between TL and CHVS-C. The goodness of fit for this model was <em>X<sup>2</
sup>=.206, df=2, p=.902, GFI=.999, AGFI=.995, CFI=1.00, RMSEA=0.000. Discussion In workplaces where caregivers highly value the transformational
leadership demonstrated by their supervisors, gratitude for work and work environment were increased, which encourages collaborative caregiving
efforts that unite the team. Moreover, it suggested that gratitude and collaboration increased work engagement among caregivers.

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Aging and Gerontology

66876 | An Analysis of the Impacts of the Long-term Care Reward Revision in Japan―Impacts on Labor Supply and Labor

Demand of Short-time Visiting Care Workers

Xinfang Zhang, Tohoku University, JapanAs Japan's population ages rapidly, the need for nursing care is increasing. On the other hand, the nursing care labor market is experiencing asevere shortage of caregivers. Therefore, the purpose of this study is to clarify the effects of the impacts of the 2009 long-term care fees revisionby focusing on the impacts on labor supply and demand of part-time visiting caregivers. This study was conducted by the difference-in-differences(DID) model using individual data from the ""Survey on Nursing Care Labor Conditions"". The analysis was performed using the 23 wards of Tokyo
as the treatment group. The control group consisted of establishments in Tokyo, Saitama, Chiba, Kanagawa, Aichi, Kyoto, Osaka, Hyogo, andFukuoka prefectures other than the 23 wards. The subjects of the analysis were non-regular part-time home care workers, and relative real wages,
number of workers, and number of hours worked were explained variables. The results of the estimation are as follows. Firstly, there was asignificant increase in relative real wages after the revision of the nursing care fee increase. Positive and significant growth was obtained for thenumber of workers, indicating that the increase in nursing care fees increased the number of short-time workers for home care workers at nursing
care facilities in special wards. On the other hand, no significant change was estimated for working hours. This suggests that the policy effect may
have been offset by workers’ suppression of working hours by workers affected by the so-called ""1.03-million-yen and 1.3-million-yen barriers.
67182 | Predictors of 1-year Mortality From a Subacute Geriatric Ward in Singapore
Bernard Kok Chong Yap, Changi General Hospital, Singapore
Kiat Sern Goh, Changi General Hospital, Singapore
Thulasi Chandran, Saint Andrew’s Community Hospital, Singapore
Pei Ting Tan, Changi General Hospital, Singapore
Vivian Cantiller Barrera, Changi General Hospital, Singapore
Christine Yuanxin Chen, Changi General Hospital, Singapore
Older patients have multiple comorbidities that result in adverse health outcomes. However, factors predicting mortality in subacute geriatricpopulation is lacking. The study aims to identify factors and develop a scoring system to predict 1 year all-cause mortality of older patients in subacutegeriatric unit. This was a prospective study carried out from June 2018 to June 2019. 290 consecutive patients admitted to the subacute unit in a
Singapore community hospital were recruited. Patient data collected included demographics, laboratory markers, length of stay in acute and subacuteunit, readmissions rates, medications, geriatric survey instruments. Logistic regression was performed to identify factors associated with 1 year allcause mortality. Risk score was calculated for each identified factor and a scoring system that stratified patient into 3 risk groups with corresponding
mortality percentages was developed. Our study showed a 1 year all-cause mortality of 15.8% post subacute unit discharge. Predictors of mortality
included eGFR <60ml/ min/1.73m2 (OR 6.30; 95% CI 2.34, 16.92), 1 year readmission (OR 4.58; 95% CI 1.28, 16.38), hypoalbuminemia <35mmol/L(OR 4.10; 95% CI 1.68, 10.01), dysnatremia (145 mmol/L) (OR 3.49; 95% CI 1.07, 11.44) and MMSE <24 (OR 2.66; 95% CI 0.55, 12.90). Our scoring
system stratified patients into 3 groups with the following 1 year mortality risk: Low: 3.2%, Moderate: 7.7%, and High: 45.2%. Readmission within 1 year,
dysnatremia, low eGFR, hypoalbuminemia and lower MMSE scores were significant predictors of 1 year mortality post discharge from a subacute unit.
67523 | Alcohol Use and Cardiovascular Risk in a Prospective Cohort Study of Older Latino Adults: The Mediating Effect ofInflammation
Sandra Arevalo, California State University, United States
Katherine L. Tucker, University of Massachusetts at Lowell, United States

Background: Moderate alcohol consumption has been associated with a reduced risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD), which may be due to theanti-inflammatory effects of moderate alcohol use. However, most studies examining the alcohol-CVD association have focused on healthy, nonHispanic white populations using cross-sectional designs. Methods and Results: To examine alcohol intake and CVD risk (measured by the 10-year
Framingham risk score, FRS-10y) in an ethnic minority population, we drew from the Boston Puerto Rican Health Study, a prospective, populationbased cohort of 866 older Puerto Ricans (aged 45-75 years) with a high prevalence of obesity, type 2 diabetes, and metabolic syndrome. We
also evaluated the inflammatory marker C-reactive protein (CRP) as a mediator. In prospective multivariable models, moderate alcohol use hada significant indirect and protective effect on FRS-10y through CRP (β=-0.16; bias-corrected 95% CI: -0.35 to -0.05) after adjusting for age, sex,
education, smoking, body mass index, physical activity level, dietary quality, language acculturation, and white blood cell concentration. Conclusions:
Results from this large longitudinal study of Puerto Ricans are in line with findings suggesting that the link between moderate alcohol consumption
and cardiovascular health may be primarily through an anti-inflammatory effect. We add to the alcohol-CVD literature by longitudinally demonstrating
the relationships between alcohol consumption, anti-inflammatory effects, and reduced CVD risk in Puerto Rican adults, a group at high CVD risk.
68946 | The Effect of Conscious Movement Processing on Gaze Behaviour and Gait Pattern in Older Adults at Risk of Falling: A
Preliminary Analysis
Wai Lung Thomson Wong, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, China
Toby C. T. Mak, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, China
Polly P. Y. Chan, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, China
Candy W. Y. Chan, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, China
Carman K. M. Leung, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, China
Shamay S. M. Ng, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, China

Conscious movement processing has been suggested to compromise movements by interfering with automatic movement control. This study aims
to compare gaze behaviour and gait pattern between individuals with high and low conscious movement processing propensity in older adults at riskof falling during adaptive locomotion. Twenty-one older adults (mean age=72.8±5.2) were included in this preliminary analysis. Participants weredivided into two groups, either the Low Reinvestor Group (LRG;n=10) or the High Reinvestor Group (HRG;n=11), by a median split of the Chinese versionof Movement Specific Reinvestment Scale (MSRS-C), which assessed conscious movement processing propensity. Each participant performed
five trials, where they were instructed to circumvent an obstacle while walking along a pathway at a self-selected pace. Spatial and temporal gaitparameters were used to indicate gait pattern. The location of fixations, number of fixations, and percentage of fixation duration were used to indicate
gaze behaviour. We observed a significant main effect of group for percentage of fixation duration on destination (F[1, 19]=5.202, p=0.03). LRG spentsignificantly more time directing their gaze towards the destination than HRG. There was a trend of a main effect of group for double support time
(F[1, 19]=4.043, p=0.06). LRG appeared to exhibit less double support time than HRG. Our preliminary analysis discovered a potentially different gazebehaviour (and altered gait pattern) between older adults with different conscious movement processing propensities during adaptive locomotion.

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Further analysis after completion of data collection is needed to investigate such potential differences and their contribution to the risk of falling.
68947 | The Efficacy of a Simplified Pilates Exercise Training in Reducing the Risk of Falling in Hong Kong’s Older Adults: An Interim

Analysis

Wai Lung Thomson Wong, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, China
Toby C. T. Mak, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, China
Candy W. Y. Chan, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, China
Polly P. Y. Chan, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, China
Shamay S. M. Ng, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, China
One major cause of health concerns in older adults is the rapid increase of fall incidents. Previous literature suggested that physical exercise is oneof the most effective interventional strategies to reduce the risk of falling in older adults. This study examines the efficacy of the simplified Pilates
exercise programme developed by a group of Pilates and rehabilitation experts in Hong Kong to reduce the risk of falling of Hong Kong’s older adults
who might be prone to falling through a wait-list randomised controlled trial. Thirty-eight older adults (mean age=74.8±5.9) were included in thisinterim analysis, and they were randomly assigned to either the simplified Pilates exercise group (SPEG; n=11) or the wait-list control group (WLCG;
n=27). Participants in the SPEG participated in group exercise sessions (about 60 minutes each) twice a week for 12 weeks. Two assessment
sessions before training at baseline (T0) and just after the completion of all the exercise sessions (T1) were completed. The primary outcome
measure of the Berg Balance Scale (BBS) was evaluated in this interim analysis. A 2 x 2 Group (SPEG, WLCG) x Time (T0, T1) mixed Analysis of
Variance (ANOVA) for the primary outcome measure was conducted. There is a main effect of Group x Time interaction (F(1,36)=11.298, p=0.002,
ηp2=0.239). The SPEG improved their BBS scores significantly more than the WLCG from T0 to T1. This result suggests that the simplified Pilates
exercise programme could reduce the risk of falling in older adults at risk of falling.

Lifespan Health Promotion

67502 | Identifying Needs for Ankle-Foot-Orthosis and Orthosis Provision Services Through Interview Analysis of Japanese Stroke
Patients
Kento Sato, Hokkaido University of Science and Chitose Institute of Science and Technology, Japan
Daiji Kobayashi, Chitose Institute of Science and Technology, Japan

There are about 1.12 million stroke patients in Japan, accounting for about 15% of the causes of elderly people aged 65 and over becoming eligible
for long-term care. Patients who have suffered lower limb disabilities due to stroke often use ankle-foot-orthosis as a tool for daily living, and it
has been reported that they improve balance and walking ability. On the other hand, some people drop out of using ankle-foot-orthosis, and some
suffer secondary disabilities such as foot deformities as a result. Therefore, it is important to understand the needs of users, but there are few suchreports in Japan, and even if there were, the evaluation factors are determined by experts and may not reflect other factors that users think shouldbe evaluated. The purpose of this study was to interview users of ankle-foot-orthosis for stroke patients to investigate their needs and difficulties
with the orthosis and orthosis provision services. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with the users, and their thoughts were extracted byanalyzing them with SCAT (Steps for Coding and Theorization). As a result, we were able to extract the benefits that stroke patients hope to gain
by wearing ankle-foot-orthosis, areas where they would like to see improvements such as the structure of the orthosis, and concerns that they
have while using the ankle-foot-orthosis. These are presented as elements that should be noted and improved when providing ankle-foot-orthosis.

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Business and Management Ethics

67063 | Mechanisms and Ethics of Sustainable Exchange: Interaction and Sympathy in Relationship Marketing
Yohei Iwanaga, Kyushu Sangyo University, Japan
Smith (1896) argued that societal virtues arise through the function of reputational sanctions as self-interested entities engage in repeated transactions.
Relationship marketing research, on the other hand, examines sustained business relationships mediated by trust and commitment to the exchange
partner. Modern consumers with freedom of choice engage in repeated transactions of general consumer goods without recourse to the coercive powerof sanctions or authority. The nature of the actions and the subject matter of such transactions are likely to differ from Smith's assumptions. This study
conducts a theoretical examination of the mechanism of interaction and trading entities in persistent exchange using a model that elaborates on social
exchange theory (Blau, 1964). Economic exchange is an equivalent exchange with no imbalance between trading entities. In other words, there is noopportunity for persistence. However, the seller considers the consumer's act of selecting a specific product from the myriad choices on the market tobe the source of the provision of reward. From the response to this conferral, an incidental social exchange is triggered, and unspecified obligations ofreturn alternate between the transacting entities. A social bond of trust and mutual attachment can be formed by sustaining a voluntary, non-coercive
exchange relationship between entities. Consumers who repeatedly purchase within this relationship are not simply engaging in self-interested homoeconomicus, but may be subjects with sympathy as described by Sen (1977) since they consider the welfare of the seller their own well-being.

Ethics - Ethics in Education

67656 | Ethics and Cultures’ Reflections in TEFL Learners in the Globalization Era
Thi Phuong Lan Nguyen, The University of Newcastle, Australia
This study is to explore answers to the questions, ‘Can Cultures be Separated from Ethics in Education?’ And ‘What should educators do to ensure theconnection of these important elements in teaching contexts in the globalisation era?’ The questions were raised when I conducted courses of Master’sin Education where students from different countries and cultures studying online. They brought their different cultures as well as behaviours to online
sessions, where ethics were not always followed. Some colleagues thought that was because of the cultures, but others, including me, believed thiswas a story of ethics in education. A survey, individual and group interviews with 30 Australian and international students in different courses wereconducted. The educational policy documents were also collected and analysed in order to obtain a deeper and more reliable results. The initial findings
show that most of students coming from Western cultures followed their ethics more strictly than those from the Eastern cultures, while the latter
prefer acting based on their first cultures and more likely to ignore or less consider to the ethics. This challenges lecturers and requires them to beinterculturally proficient. Recommendations have been made so that educators can take advantages from these students’ perspectives and persuade
students to connect this both important determinant of the learners. The study is meaningful to those who are working in multi-cultural teachingcontexts and students themselves. It is also helpful to managers and programmers to set up rules of ethics and cultures for all education stakeholders.

Ethics – Ethics/Law/and Justice69045 | Group-Contextualized Identity Politics and Trolley Dilemma
Dachao Sun, University of Pennsylvania, United States
The sequel anime Naruto: Shippuden (debuted 2007) continues to gain worldwide popularity since the early 2000s; it built upon the model of afictional multinational configuration in a surreal, semi-modern world with a central focus on the Land of Fire or “Hidden Leaf Village”, and included
a rich context of characters, romantic, and political tragedies which are threaded into a bitter story of personal growth and revelation. This article
explores the story of Itachi and Shisui Uchiha, two complex characters of the story who struggled severely with group politics and identity, but who
brought significant philosophical messages to us the audience. We aim to provide an analysis on the tragic failure of Kotoamatsukami, a fictional
jutsu (ninja technique) to control people’s minds, and the silent struggles of the two in the preindustrial animation setting. We also propose asuggested analysis and solution to the parallel trolley dilemma as a conclusion.

Ethics - Ethics and Science

68353 | TTV GUIDE TX Project: The Importance of Patient’s Values in Research
Janet Delgado, University of Granada, Spain
Alberto Molina-Pérez, IESA CSIC, Spain
Gonzalo Díaz-Cobacho, University of Granada, Spain
David Rodríguez-Arias, University of Granada, Spain
In health research, the participation of patients is essential, as it can contribute to increasing the acceptability and accessibility of health services, aswell as improving both the quality and relevance of research. Knowledge based on one's own experience with the disease, symptoms, therapy andthe health system can complement scientific knowledge by providing broader perspectives and options, which are not always taken into account.
Incorporating this knowledge is intended to increase the relevance of health research, since the perspective of patients can lead to the formulationof additional research priorities or new research topics or questions. In this presentation, the difficulties that ethics has had when it comes to being
integrated into health research are analyzed. The case of the TTV GUIDE TX clinical trial is presented to analyze the contributions that the patients'
perspective can make to scientific research, and finally, how the participation of patients can be integrated into scientific research is described.

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67352 | What Does It Mean to Give Faithfully in the COVID-19 Pandemic and Polarized America? A Case Study of Liberal

Mennonites

Tomomi Naka, Tottori University, Japan
This presentation aims to examine the ways in which American liberal Mennonites collectively and individually allocate their financial resources to reflect
their faith. Based on their religious interpretation, Mennonite congregations have encouraged their members to offer funds for peace promotion andsupport for the poor and socially disadvantaged. However, it is sometimes challenging to figure out the best way to do so with their limited resources.
Recent situations, such as the COVID-19 pandemic and economic and political polarizations, created diverse occasions to reflect on how they could
demonstrate their religious commitments through their offerings. Based on interviews and observations between 2020 and 2022, this study discusses
how Mennonite congregations and their members individually and collectively deal with the many, and sometimes competing, needs and desires togive. With uncertainty brought on by the pandemic, congregations initially provided emergency assistance to those who were in need. Additionally,
many congregants extended their contributions to aid such efforts. As the situation gradually returned to the pre-pandemic period, congregations began
working to reinforce their religious communities and adjust the new spending priorities. While several members were willing to support such initiatives,
their offering practices were not necessarily easily adjusted. Incorporating recent studies on religious giving, this presentation suggests that religious
giving can provide an important window through which we can explore how believers imagine and reimagine their faith communities.

Philosophy - Philosophy and Religion

68900 | East West Discourse: An Esoteric Comparison of the Western Philosophy and the Eastern Vedanta
Chandrabati Chakraborty, Adamas University, India
The progressive emergence, in the course of evolution of life, mind and personality, requires to assume a creative Principle operating timelessReality in the temporal.The difference between Western philosophy and India, concerns the origin and the purpose of the philosophical enquiry.
While the former wonders at the external world, the latter is awareness of perennial suffering associated with human existence.The present world
suffers from a basic form of rootlessness,reflecting many psychological, philosophical studies.Alienation,a major theme of human condition in thecontemporary epoch has emerged as natural consequences of existential predicament,observed by Edmund Fuller as, “man suffers not only fromwar,persecution, famine and ruin but from inner problems....a conviction of isolation, randomness, meaninglessness in his way of exixtence.”.The
post world war scenario well analyses the chaos and anguished estrangement.In such conditions when the West cries out , “What is there?I know
first of all that I am.But who am I?..... What I am seperated from I cannot name it. But I am seperated.”(Dostoevsky:The Confession), Vedantic
philosophy looks upon the Pilgrim’s Progress of Humanity as being essentially one, reflecting a basic human experience, outbraving indecorous
dictims that have failed to give due honour to human beings,echoing with ultimate certitude:(The Atman is the same in the ant, the same in the gnat, the same in the elephant, the same in these three worlds....the same in the whole Universe).
The present paper aims at a comperative study of cultural and philosophical expression taking in view extensive illustrations from The Vedantic
lores of Indian philosophy.

Philosophy - Philosophy and Technology

69051 | METAssemblage: Meta, Privacy and the Meaning of Faces
Mario Rodriguez, American University in the Emirates, United Arab Emirates
Revelations regarding major tech companies and their collaboration with government have opened up a new dialogue regarding online monitoring,
adding to preexisting concerns over self-presentation and access to personal information. There is a new awareness of “dividuals” and “datadoubles” online, as in the work of scholars such as Andrejevic, Murakami-Wood and others. Users of social media are followed by shadow identities
and digital doppelgängers, and the public has a growing awareness of algorithmic bias in automated systems. The digital reconstruction of users by
the company Meta, for example, within a “surveillant assemblage” provokes comparison with Badley’s conceptualizations of body horror. Nowhereis this more apparent than in the Facebook profile picture. This study explores the meaning of facialization on Facebook and the implications of
reducing users to faces in the context of surveillant assemblage, and Deleuze and Guattari’s writing on faces. Taken together, “data doubles” andfacialization on Facebook arguably perpetuate a kind of violence against users, both symbolically and in terms of personal privacy. The paper
considers the historical use of facial recognition software by Meta and Facebook, including implications for women, and also the “coded bias” ofBuolamwini. What have Meta and Facebook already implemented, and what does the company hope to implement (e.g. “Deep Face”)? How might
this enable Facebook to further augment or transgress users’ privacy and digital personae?

Philosophy - Philosophy and the Arts

68357 | How to Plan Urban Environments: Rethinking Criteria for Urban Planning
Verena Gottschling, York University, Canada
Urban Planning (UP) is about the ways a city should be structured. I address the meta-question of the criteria used to evaluate and judge theappropriateness of UP. The issue is pressing: given climate change, more extreme temperatures and weather conditions, and fast-growing populations
in cities we need to rethink UP, its criteria and their relationship. I argue that (1) are there are no uniform criteria to judge good UP, moreover, (2) the
reason is not just simply high context specificity. Rather, (3) the criteria in given contexts are necessarily conflicting and stand in severe tension
to each other. I defend a relational concept of UP inspired by considerations in the 1960s we need to consider (a) place and context, as suggested
by Utzon’s architectural transculturation; and (b) the psychological needs of people, as Aalto. I suggest a framework characterized by continuingsearch for coherence between combined architectural elements, social contexts, psychological needs and cultural influences. Consequently, even in
specified contexts absolute judgments about good UP are void. I will (4) show that modern claims in Philosophy of Psychology and Neuroaesthetics
developed for Art (Zeki 2001, Ramachandran/Hirstein 1999) are transferable and give new insights for better characterizations for several valuable
historical ideas mentioned. In particular, we have tools to fill some gaps in Aalto’s and Utzon’s approaches, and get a better understanding of theaesthetic criteria and an embodiment inspired view of how architecture and living quarters influence the well-being of humans.

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Community Development

67129 | Why and How Parents Abandon Their Children? The Psychosocial Burden They Went Through: Qualitative Case Study in
Gondar, Ethiopia
Yassin Mohammed Yesuf, University of Gondar, Ethiopia
Adonawit Ayalew Bewketu, Bridge of Hope Orphanage Centre, Ethiopia

Child abandonment has a substantial effect for both the child and the parents. Studies on parents who abandon their children are unavailable as
they are hard to reach individuals, particularly when the abandoning is in public. This study, therefore, explored the lived experiences of mothers/
fathers who abandoned their children in public. In this study qualitative approach with case study design was employed. Semi-structured interviews
were conducted with purposefully selected seven mothers/fathers whose children are living in Bridge of Hope Orphanage Centre in Gondar city.
Existing documents were used to recruit respondents and to illicit additional data. Guided by descriptive phenomenological design, thematic
content analysis was employed. In the present study, three core themes emerged: parents’ conditions before child delivery, parents’ life experiencesof child abandoning, and parents’ psychosocial conditions until rejoining. Contextual factors before and after the child is born (e.g. challenging life
situation, unwanted pregnancy, rape, peer pressure, stigma) played important roles in later child abandonment. Economic hardships, exacerbatedby sociocultural factors pushed parents to abandon their children. Child abandonment is a process that includes contemplation, state of indecision,
preparations and taking actions. Psychological sufferings were prevalent not only before but also after rejoining. Based on the results of the study,
it is concluded that child abandonment and rejoining are complex and lengthy processes that induced significant psychosocial burden on parents.
Therefore, it is imperative to employ preventive measures including community awareness creation campaigns about child abandonment.
68816 | Educational Model of Leprosy in Primary School Students: An Approach to Social Stigma Reduction
Sri Linuwih SW Menaldi, University of Indonesia, Indonesia
Adhityawarman Menaldi, University of Indonesia, Indonesia
The effort to eliminate leprosy in Indonesia has taken place for a long time, but new cases have been detected. The government has launchednumerous efforts in light of eliminating leprosy. However, the results could have been more satisfactory. Medical and community approaches must
be carried out simultaneously to obtain comprehensive treatment. One aspect that needs to be emphasized is the stigma reduction towards leprosy
patients and the patients' self-stigma. KATAMATAKU Universitas Indonesia conducted action research whose objective was increasing awareness,considering complementing the comprehensive leprosy management. The first collaboration was conducted with the Gemala Ananda School in
Jakarta, Indonesia, specifically for fourth-grade students. The tiered educational model was chosen in order to produce impactful activities. Afteracquiring the education provided by the KATAMATAKU team, students were asked to re-explain the information to their closest social circle ofleprosy, which are their families. The abovementioned student retelling experience was asked to be recorded, which was later reassessed by theschool teachers. Through this educational intervention trial, a better educational model could be applied to reduce the stigma of leprosy in Indonesia.
69014 | Transpersonal Creative Writing Assistance as a Solution to Improve the Psychological Independence Among Santriwati inIndonesia
Nada Shobah, Maulana Malik Ibrahim State Islamic University, Indonesia
Mohammad Mahpur, Maulana Malik Ibrahim State Islamic University, Indonesia
Rahmat Aziz, Maulana Malik Ibrahim State Islamic University, Indonesia

One of the crucial criteria for Islamic boarding schools in understanding the dynamics of psychological independence among santriwati (female
students) is the presence of companions who can help them recognize their abilities and self-awareness in every moment they experience, andthus making them master the transpersonal field. This study focuses on achieving the quality of independence among santriwati as a result oftranspersonal assistance using creative writing media so that each santriwati will be able to independently overcome the problems they face whileliving at Islamic boarding schools. The research method is a qualitative method with a Participatory Action Research design. There are five stagesof PAR used in this study based on Gerald Susman's PAR Model, comprising diagnosis, action planning, taking action, evaluation, and specifying
learning. The data were obtained from preliminary study data (open questionnaires), interviews, and documentation in the form of creative writingin the Mentoring Module which became the main data source. The transpersonal techniques used in the assistance consist of simple meditation,interactive reflection, and creative writing. The data analysis techniques are composed of data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing. The
results of this study confirm a conceptual finding of the dynamics of psychological independence of santriwati, comprising the increase in theirknowledge on the cognitive aspect, sensitivity sharpening on the emotional aspect, and strength building on the conational aspect.

Education & Difference: Gifted Education, Special Education, Learning Difficulties & Disability
68871 | Exploring the Experiences of Dentists During Dental Visits of Patients with ASD
Kim Danella Santos, De La Salle University Manila, Philippines
Jasper Vincent Alontaga, De La Salle University Manila, Philippines

Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder may manifest different behaviors during their checkups due to unusual stimuli inside the dental clinic. The
dental practitioner and other staff may encounter difficulty anticipating the success of the treatment if both dentist and patient come unprepared.
This study intended to explore the undesirable behaviors of patients with ASD and the challenges encountered through the experiences of dentists.
The study used a qualitative case study method which was participated in by five (5) dentists through interviews and five (5) patients throughobservation. First, it was identified that the uncooperativeness of patients with ASD was one of the undesirable behaviors manifested during acheckup. Second, carrying out dental treatment, handling patients with ASD, communicating with patients, and making patients comfortable add
to the difficulty of dentists. Third, the ideal treatment plan will not be implemented if behaviors were not properly addressed. And lastly, receiving
training on handling patients with ASD, providing positive behavior support during treatment, and proper scheduling played a significant role inmanaging the behaviors of the said patients. Hence, it is important to identify the profile of each patient before the start of the treatment so thedentist and his team will be prepared with the necessary management needed. Moreover, preparing the patient with Autism Spectrum Disorderprior to the checkup is significant for managing the child’s expectations of the situation.

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General Psychology

68331 | A Health Belief Model Explanation on Covid-19 Preventive Behavior of Young Adults Living with Elderly
Adhityawarman Menaldi, University of Indonesia, Indonesia
Hanun Thalia, University of Indonesia, Indonesia
To suppress the Covid-19 pandemic, a series of preventive measures, both promotive and interventive, were taken. From small children to the elderly,socialization continues to be carried out. However, there are many risk factors for the elderly group, namely comorbid and elderly age. Then how
about individuals living with the elderly? This research looks at the Covid-19 preventive behavior in individuals living with the elderly through the lensof the Health Belief Model (HBM) and individual perceptions of the susceptibility of the elderly to Covid-19 infection. Of the 305 research participants,
the results show that the Health Belief Model conceptual model and individual perceptions of the elderly's vulnerability to Covid-19infection can
explain almost 25% (R2 = 0.247) of the variance of Covid-19 prevention behavior. Two variables were found to be significant in predicting Covid-19
prevention behavior: perceived benefits and cues to action. Therefore, if the individual knows that carrying out Covid-19 preventive behavior has
many advantages and is awakened with information related to Covid-19 prevention, he will be more inclined to carry out Covid-19 preventive behavior.
68817 | The Effectiveness of Cognitive-Behavioural Group Therapy on Infertile Men, a Randomised Clinical Trial
Fatemeh Bardideh, Islamic Azad University, Iran
Kosar Bardideh, Azad University, Iran
We tried to investigate the effects of cognitive behavioural group therapy (CBGT) on infertile men’s anger and positive and negative affect. Forty-three
men with infertility for at least five years were selected for a randomised clinical study. Spielberger’s State-Trait Anger Expression Inventory-II (STAXIII) and the PANAS scale (positive and negative affect) were filled out by the participants, and they were randomly divided into the experimental (22)and control (21) groups. The experimental group received 18 ninety-minute sessions of hybrid group therapy held twice a week, while the control group
received no intervention. When the intervention program was over, all participants performed the post-test. Moreover, the follow-up stage was held twomonths later. The effects of the intervention were significant in terms of state anger, trait anger, anger expression in, anger expression out, positiveeffects, and negative effects (p < 0.004), but they were not significant concerning the anger control out index (p = 0.241). The significant differences
between the two groups were also observed in the follow-up stage. Conclusions: The CBGT therapy seems to be helpful for infertile men to reduce theiranger and negative affect and increase their positive affect by implementing a set of techniques like cognitive regeneration, assertiveness, daily joyful
activities, exercises to relax one’s muscles, diaphragm respiration, the identification of various fillings, and emotional expression.
69063 | Investigating the Relationships Between Attachment Style and Subjective Well-Being in a Sample of Remote Workers in

TaiwanJiayi Jian, Yuan Ze University, Taiwan
Yuhsuan Chang, Yuan Ze University , Taiwan
With the COVID-19 pandemic, remote work has become a preferred work style for many workers. However, this study examined the attachment
style and well-being of remote workers in the post-pandemic workplace, where human interaction and connection have been limited. During thepast three years, we recruited a sample of 306 remote workers in Taiwan. In total, 81.0% of the respondents are aged 18-40, 17.3% are age 41-61
and 1.6% are 62 and older. To assess variables, we used the following instruments: (a) The Interpersonal Style Scale (Wang, Ching-fu et al., 1997),(b) Self-reliance Scale (Joplin et al., 1999) and (c) the Mental Health Continuum Scale (Lamers, et al., 2011). We compared dismissing, preoccupied,
fearful, secure, counterdependence, interdependence attachment styles with emotional, social, and psychological well-being factors. In this study,
the preoccupied attachment style was negatively associated with psychological well-being. In the meanwhile, fearful and counterdependence
were negatively linked to emotional and social well-being, as well as psychological well-being. Emotional, social and psychological well-being were,
however, positively related to secure and interdependence. In addition, higher well-being was associated with a higher level of secure attachment
style. In sum, attachment style has been an important factor affecting employees' well-being in the remote work context. Implications for humanresources and other professionals will be further discussed in the conference presentation.
69222 | Better to Unfriend You!: The Effect of Ostracism and Group Membership on Unfriending Behavior
Mehmet Can Sevi̇ nçli̇ , Hacettepe University, Turkey
Yasemin Abayhan, Hacettepe University, Turkey
A growing body of literature has revealed that there are various reasons for unfriending in SNSs (Social Network Sites) such as posting too frequently
and polarizing topics, making crude comments, and getting minimal contact. The present study aims at the effect of ostracism and group membershipon unfriending behavior in SNSs. We used Cyberball Paradigm to manipulate ostracism in the study and conducted this study online in Psytoolkit. All
participants were sent a link to participate. The research sample consisted of 240 participants (164 female, 76 male) aged between 18-63. Participants
were randomly assigned to one of the two conditions in which they were exposed to ostracism or inclusion. Afterward, participants were asked to complete
several filler questions about the game, manipulation check questions, and The Need Threat Scale. Finally, participants reacted to a person posting 15
different sexist images in terms of unfriending or ignoring the person. According to Chi-Square analyses for each image, the ostracized participants
compared to the included participants are more likely to unfriend than ignore the target person. Also, we did not find a significant difference between
participants’ gender in terms of reaction to the target person posting those images. These findings contribute to our understanding of unfriending in thescope of ostracism and group membership for future research. One of the limitations is the generalizability of the obtained results because the sample
with only university students. Further studies on unfriending might investigate cultural factors and demographic characteristics of the target person.

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Industrial Organization and Organization Theory

68759 | Employee Willingness To Walk an Extra Mile at Work: Exploring the Enablers and Inhibitors of Job Crafting Behaviors
Tulika Mukherjee, Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee, India
Rajib Lochan Dhar, Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee, India
Since the introduction of the concept of job crafting, this employee-driven approach to job redesign has proved to be a promising area of research.
While most research in this field has been quantitative, future work calls for an in-depth exploration of employee experiences of job crafting behaviors.
Therefore, the present work is an exploratory study that analyses the employee's personal accounts of their job crafting activities. The sample consistedof employees from the Indian hospitality industry who were interviewed using a semi-structured interview schedule consisting of open-ended questions
based on the construct's existing and established conceptualizations. The responses were analyzed using the content analysis approach to qualitative
data analysis. Results exhibit the role of various factors that either facilitate or inhibit employee engagement in job crafting activities. The facilitators andinhibitors were then organized into different categories to provide a structured view of the identified variables. Overall, the conclusions derived, on the one
hand, validate findings from prior works; our analysis, on the other hand, highlights a variety of novel and interesting insights. These insights may further
guide scholars and practitioners to reassess and reform management practices and policies to eliminate the job crafting inhibitors to minimize the degreeof detrimental impacts and strengthen the workplace environment in accordance with the identified enablers to ensure positive workplace outcomes.
68644 | Sickness Absence and Part Time Work in Public Organizations – The Case of Norwegian Municipalities
Dag Ingvar Jacobsen, Agder University, Norway
Sickness absence is a very costly challenge facing all organizations. In most European countries, sickness absence is higher in the public sector
than the private, something often explained by the differences in tasks and functions between the sectors. The public sector is characterized bytasks such as health-services, social services, and care. Many of these services are characterized by a high degree of personal interaction between
employees and users, as well as services that are based on availability 24 hours a day, seven days a week. This also entails an extensive use of parttime employment, in many cases necessary to make complex shift-arrangements to function. Still, the linkage between part-time work and sickness
absence is not very well studied, and existing studies show inconclusive and sometimes conflicting results. Most of these studies are conducted at
the individual level, focusing on individual characteristics and job characteristics as explanations for individual absence from work. In this study, we
shift focus to the organizational level, more specifically the municipal level, and asks whether sickness absence in the municipality organization as
whole can be explained by the relative number of part-time workers to the total number of employees in the municipality organization. Using panel
data from 2015 to 2019 (five years), we estimate – using a panel regression model with fixed effects – if any effect of part time work on absence canbe detected when we control for municipal characteristics (general economy, size, demography, level of central services like kindergartens, and more).
69237 | Neurodiversity in the Workplace: Understanding ADHD in the Indian Workforce
Simone Prabhu, Christ (Deemed to be University), India
Moosath Vasudevan, Independent Researcher, India
The conventional workplace which centres around neurotypical employees can be exclusionary to its neurodiverse employees, making theworkplace harder for them to manoeuvre. The purpose of this study was to examine the experience of neurodiverse employees with ADHD in
the Indian workplace, with particular reference to the nature of the problems faced and how the employees thought their workplace could bemade more inclusive and accommodating. The study was of an exploratory nature and employed a phenomenological approach. Semi structured,individual interviews were conducted over video call with the nine participants who were from different parts of India. The results identified
themes discussing the participants’ relationship with their ADHD diagnosis, perception of the workplace and job performance, nature of employee
interactions and inclusive practices. The findings include both the participants personal efforts and what they perceived their organisation doing.
The former are, modifying their environment to limit distractions, incorporating time management techniques and scheduling tasks, as well as taking
breaks when needed. The latter include having an informed and accommodating manager, with deadlines being flexible and written instruction
to be used for directive communication. These were a few helpful practices they mentioned their organisations undertaking. The participantssuggested that awareness trainings and workshops be conducted for all employees to combat misinformation and foster awareness surrounding
neurodiversity and mental illness in the workplace. Another suggestion was for medication and mental health care to be reimbursed by companies.
The implications, limitations of the study and directions for future research have been discussed.

Linguistics/Language & Psychology/Behavioral Science

67454 | Relationship Between Ability to Endure Depression and Acceptance of Comfort
Haruka Hayashida, Nagasaki Junshin Catholic University, Japan
A high "ability to tolerate depression," which is the ability to adaptively handle emotions that are unacceptable to oneself, is effective in recoveringfrom negative situations. However, there are times in life when we encounter serious negative situations from which we cannot recover on ourown, and we need to receive comfort from others. In this study, we examined the effects of the three factors that constitute the ability to endure
depression, "the ability to endure loneliness," "the ability to face anxiety," and "the attitude of self-disclosure without being strong," on the acceptanceof consolation from others in serious negative situations. Participants were 153 female university students. Questionnaire survey. Multiple
regression analysis revealed that a high ability to endure loneliness had an inhibitory influence on the acceptance of consolation (scenes of lossof a loved one: β=-.200, p<.01, scenes of betrayal: β=-.135, p<.10) and that an attitude of self-disclosure without being strong had a acceptance(β=-.352, β=-.267, in that order; both p<.01). It was inferred that a high tolerance for loneliness in the ability to tolerate depression would make it
difficult to accept comfort from others, even in serious situations. Therefore, in order to clarify the comforting methods that can be accepted evenby those who have a high ability to endure loneliness, eight types of comforting methods were taken up, and a two-factor analysis of variance wasconducted for the ability to endure loneliness (high/low) × eight types of comforting methods, and effective comforting methods were identified.

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68414 | Effective Sanction Avoidance in Drug Trafficking: The Construction and Validation of the Restrictive Deterrence Utility

Scale

Xin Guan, City University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong
T. Wing Lo, Caritas Institute of Higher Education, Hong Kong
Aims: Drug traffickers perform many criminal strategies to avoid legal sanctions while committing crime. The use of any criminal strategy is mainly
motivated by the fact that it can reduce the risk of arrest, and this has been the focus of research on restrictive deterrence. In this context, this study
develops a Restrictive Deterrence Utility Scale (RDUS) to measure the effectiveness of the criminal strategies used in drug trafficking.
Methods: Survey data were collected from 294 female drug traffickers aged between 21 and 61 years who were serving sentences in Mainland
China. Exploratory and confirmatory factor analysis were conducted for scales investigation.
Results: Based on exploratory and confirmatory factor analysis, the results show that there are three valid and reliable factors for the RDUS:
anomaly avoidance, reduction of exposure time, and the use of weapons and tools.
Conclusion: We argue that, drawing on the rich body of qualitative-dominated research on restrictive deterrence, an attempt to establish a relevant
quantitative form is a meaningful test of the relevance of restrictive deterrence. This study contributes to our understanding of the role of criminal
strategies in avoiding sanctions from the point of view of drug traffickers. The RDUS offers a helpful method for assessing the motivation for drugtraffickers to persist in drug crime and for formulating appropriate interventions for drug prohibition.
69228 | A Cognitive and Socio-cultural Perspective on the Tendency to use Gmail’s Smart Reply-like AI-based Texting Features
Sairaj Patki, FLAME University, India
Omkar Joshi, FLAME University, India
Ritwika Das, FLAME University, India
Introduced by Google in the year 2016, Gmail Smart Reply gives reply suggestions to users through deep neural networks, based on its ML modeltrained on a massive database collected earlier. By 2017, Smart Reply was already sending about 6.7 billion email replies on behalf of humans.
The present study explores the tendency of email service users from India to use features like Gmail’s Smart Reply. The final data comprised 167
participants, including 92 students and 75 working professionals from India. The simulation section of the study posed six hypothetical Emails
to the respondents. Students and professionals received email contexts that were relevant to their experiences respectively. To account for themessage’s nature, an equal number of formally and informally worded emails were used. The direction of communication was incorporated bymaking participants respond to Emails from a subordinate, a peer or colleague, and a senior. Gmail Smart Reply-like short responses were provided
and participants had the option of choosing these or typing their own responses. Findings showed that over 80% of participants used the SmartReply-like option rather than typing their own replies. The cognitive and socio-cultural explanations for this tendency are explored. The study hassocio-cultural implications in the context of democratizing AI-based language solutions and ensuring the sensitivity of the solutions to regional
needs. While features like Smart Reply provide supportive ecosystems for non-native English speakers, its consequent domination over naturally
produced language may have implications for computer-mediated communication and cognitive linguistic studies in the future.

Mental Health67534 | Mental Relaxation Techniques as a Therapeutic Intervention for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
Arushi Srivastava, Tata Institute of Social Sciences, India
Torsa Chattoraj, Banaras Hindu University, India
The widespread occurrence of trauma exposure and its detrimental effects on survivors and society highlight the necessity of secondary
prevention of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). PTSD occurs due to direct or indirect exposure to traumatic events, leading to prolonged
psychological distress. Its symptomatology ranges from the experience of intrusive thoughts to continued avoidance of stimuli. A few physiologicalsymptoms include heightened arousal and reactivity, which can be observed as rage outbursts, restlessness, reckless behaviour without regard
for consequences, hypervigilance, sleep disturbances, and difficulties concentrating. Relaxation techniques have demonstrated considerable
amelioration of physiological symptoms of trauma. According to van der Kolk (2002), PTSD treatment must address sensory reminders and help
the individual gain bodily control over the triggers evoking traumatic reactions. The use of relaxation techniques may help manage an over-reactive
stress response if the individual is cognizant of their triggers and can be ready to react to them. As hypervigilance lessens and focus improves,these strategies may be utilised as a stepping stone to get individuals with PTSD prepared to engage in other evidence-based treatment modalities.
In the present review, we aim to explore the efficacy of mental relaxation techniques for treating PTSD. We underscore three mental relaxation
techniques (cognitive restructuring, guided imagery, and mindfulness-based interventions) that address physiological aspects of distress. The
empirical evidence on the efficacy of mental relaxation techniques is meagre. Still, a growing body of research indicates they are effective
approaches for treating PTSD, especially for those individuals who have not been successful with traditional therapies.
68240 | Mental Health and Academic Performance in the New Normal
Emilyn Munar, University of La Salette, Philippines
Queenne Kimverlee Claro, University of La Salette, Philippines
Gretchen Mae Rosal, University of La Salette, Philippines
Mental health is still a relatively new concern, in recent years there has been a shift toward a more socially acceptable attitude toward discussing
it. Concerns about college students’ mental health are the subject of an ever-expanding body of research, which is currently being conducted
in increasing numbers. The purpose was to assess the mental health status and the academic performance of students in a Higher Education
Institution (HEI) specifically in Santiago City, Isabela, Philippines for proper interventions to succeed in their studies. A descriptive cross-sectional
survey design was used in the study and the analytical sample used was purposive sampling which was composed of 356 respondents. Data wascollected using the General Health Questionnaire-28 (GHQ-28). The result revealed a significant relationship between mental status and academic
performance in terms of age and gender. The study concludes that mental health awareness is a necessity, especially for college students tosucceed in their chosen careers.

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68727 | Intercultural Adaptation Among Long-Term Chinese Residents in Japan: A Study Examining Acculturation, Acculturation
Stress and Demographic Variables
Shizhe Zhao, Yamaguchi University, Japan
Tomoko Tanaka, Okayama University, JapanTo examine the relationship between acculturation, acculturation stress, demographic variables, and psychologic adaptation among long-term
Chinese residents in Japan, an online survey was conducted. Data of 307 Chinese residents who have lived in Japan for more than 3 years wasanalyzed. In addition to demographic variables, host/ethnic culture orientation as acculturation; Japanese language insufficiency, social isolation,
perceived discrimination as acculturation stress; subjective well-being as a positive aspect and depression as a negative aspect of psychologic
adaption were utilized in this study. The results of multiple regression analysis revealed 3 significant predictors of subjective well-being: social
isolation (β = −.54, p < .001), host culture orientation (β = .17, p < .001), and marital status (β = .15, p < .001). The results also revealed 5 significant
predictors of depression: social isolation (β = .40, p < .001), Japanese cognitive status (β = .17, p < .001), age (β = -.19, p < .001), educational
background (β = -.18, p < .001) and perceived discrimination (β = .16, p < .01). The results confirmed the negative effect of social isolation in thelargest foreign group in Japan. The results also show that while the experience of discrimination significantly increased depression, the lack ofJapanese language proficiency had no significant effect on either the positive or negative aspects of intercultural adaptation. In addition, Japaneseculture orientation encourages a better subjective well-being. All factors including demographic variables were discussed by comparing studies on
Koreans in Japan and overseas Chinese in other countries.
69235 | A Formative Assessment of the Mental Health (MH) and Wellbeing (Wb) of Students Enrolled in the Heroes Development
Programme (HDP)
Christina Joseph, The Heroes Foundation, Trinidad and Tobago
Michael Pierre, The Heroes Foundation, Trinidad and Tobago<p style="font-weight: 400">The Heroes Foundation investigated youth Mental Health and Wellbeing as part of the HDP due to the increased
reports of child abuse and neglect during the COVID-19 pandemic and mass migration of Venezuelans. This formative assessment is one of themeasures that will assess the effectiveness of implemented interventions. The aim was to benchmark the MH and Wb scores of students enrolled
in the HDP. In this cross-sectional study, the sample population were students and children from interested secondary schools and migrant groups.
Self-reported online surveys were disseminated to participants, 10 to 18 years old, whose authorised adults consented to their participation.
Both surveys were adapted from standard surveys and translated to Spanish for migrants. There were 311 participants. Locals were “At risk”
of Separation Anxiety Disorders (22%), Generalized Anxiety Disorder (48%), Mood Disorders (37%) and Conduct Disorder (CD) (44%) and 17% of
migrants were “At risk” of CD. Less than 40% of the locals were “At risk” of Social (38%) and Academic (34%) problems. Migrants were “At risk” ofSocial (48%) and Academic (78%) problems. Majority of the locals (94%) and migrants (95%) were “At risk” of Emotional problems. This formative
assessment observed that local and migrant participants were “At risk” of developing specific mental health and behavioural problems. Thisevidence will be used to i) inform curriculum development (design and intervention) and ii) support public policy development.</p>69127 | The Mediating Role of Exercise Self-Efficacy on the Relationship Between Depressive Symptoms and Exercise
Participation of Team Sports Student-Athletes
Cely Magpantay, De la Salle University, Philippines
David Kuyunjik Damian, De la Salle University, Philippines

The purpose of this study was to examine the association between depressive symptoms and exercise participation among student athletes in
the Philippines and to know if the relationship was mediated by exercise self-efficacy. The population consisted of team sport student athletes(N=215) aged 18-30 years who were currently enrolled in their respective schools. The study utilized a cross-sectional explanatory non-experimental
quantitative design. In choosing for appropriate statistical analysis, the researchers followed Baron and Kenny 1986 consideration for mediation.
Mediation Analysis with bootstrapping or Hayes’ model was employed to treat the data that was gathered. The results showed that there was no
significant association between depressive symptoms and exercise participation R2 =.012, F (1, 213) = 2.60, p = .1089. Further analyses revealed
that exercise self-efficacy did not mediate the relationship between depressive symptoms and exercise participation among student athletes R2=.019, F (2, 212) = 2.06, p = .1304. Implications of depressive symptoms, exercise self-efficacy, and exercise participation are discussed. Other
factors in predicting exercise participation among student athletes should be further studied.

Psychology and Education

67339 | Research on Self-Esteem of Adolescents
Enkhmaa Badmaanyam, University of Finance and Economics, Mongolia
Kalamkhas Jyekyei, Mongolian University of Science and Technology, Mongolia
Bolortamir Luvsantseren, University of Finance and Economics, Mongolia
Since Mongolia's transformation from a socialist to a democratic society in 1990, the country’s population has experienced significant changes
in regards to both way of life and personal values. This political shift has had both positive and negative effects on individuals’ mental health, but
has especially affected the self-esteem of teenagers. Adolescence is a period of intense physical and psychological change, and self-esteem, orthe evaluation of one’s own worth, plays an integral role in individual development. It can be particularly difficult for teenagers, who account for18.5 percent of Mongolia’s population, to balance external societal and political changes alongside their own already tumultuous inner worlds. In
the interest of exploring how adolescents define and interpret their “ideal self”, we used the Dembo-Rubinstein Scale of Self-Esteem Measurement
to assess 50 high school students aged between 15-17 and their evaluations of their own self-worth in light of recent cultural transformations in
the country. According to Hewitt, John P. (2009), self-esteem is the level of confidence one has in their own worth or talents. The ideal self is acomponent of a person's self-concept that includes their desires, hopes, and wants (Higgins 1987; Rogers 1959). By gaining a deeper understandingof what they personally expect from themselves in order to achieve an ideal self, and the ways in which socio-political factors may impact theirsense of self, adolescents will have greater means and opportunities to grow psychologically, socially, and intellectually mature

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67514 | Research on the Effect of Multimedia Teaching on the Outcome of Interior Design License Examinations
Chin-Yu Hung, Tatung University, Taiwan
Chih-Fu Wu, Tatung University, Taiwan
This research examines interior design drawing as a research approach. For a long time, the primary teaching method of interior design drawing
focused on a traditional hand-drawing experience but this teaching method did not keep pace with the times. Therefore, this research aims to
explore the application of Multimedia Teaching assisted with interior design detail drawing, to establish the interior design drawing database,and to analyze the teaching and learning effects of such an approach. The design experiment study was carried out in three phases. The drawer
participated in designing and drawing detail drawings, filled out questionnaire surveys and was rated in the first stage of the experiment. In thesecond stage of the experiment, the drawer participated in the testing and scoring of multimedia-assisted teaching. In the third stage of theexperiment, the experimenters participated in the learning effectiveness questionnaire and the teaching effectiveness interview. The experimental
analysis method adopted SPSS statistical item analysis combination to obtain the research results. The results of this study are expected to review
the results of multimedia-aided teaching that can improve the effectiveness of interior design examinations, establish a database of suggestions,and analyze the effects of multimedia-aided drawing teaching and learning. A novel and innovative educational model for building interior design
license examination is established with multimedia application-assisted teaching. The research results will provide an important reference for the
improvement of interior design license examination teaching in the future
67519 | Internal Protective Factors of Chinese Rural Students’ Academic Resilience
Jia Zhuang, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hong Kong
Youths are future pillars and valuable assets of a society. The large rural youth population defines the sustainability of tomorrow’s labor market.
Empirical studies consistently suggest that Chinese rural students’ educational development is under considerable socio-economic and cultural
threats (e.g., unprivileged family SES & unsupportive rural parental ethnotheories) (Kong et al., 2021), while little is known about individuals’ agency
in withstanding environmental adversity. In this light, this study draws upon the concept of academic resilience to investigate the internal protective
factors of Chinese rural students. Data is drawn from the China Family Panel Studies (CFPS) 2018 survey (N = 384; 183 non-resilient & 201 resilient
students). The independent sample t-tests displays that resilient and non-resilient students are different in their educational aspiration (t = -4.53;
p <0.001), school satisfaction (t = -1.98; p = 0.048), buoyancy (t = 4.49; p < 0.001), learning effort (t = -9.44; p < 0.001), and self-regulation (t = 4.44;
p <0.001). The results of binary logistic regression further suggests that rural students’ educational aspiration (β1 = 0.50; 95%; CI: 0.22 to 0.78; p< 0.001), buoyancy (β2 = -0.13; 95% CI: -0.25 to -0.02; p = 0.023), self-regulation (β3 = -0.07; 95% CI: -0.12 to -0.01; p = 0.017), and learning effort(β4 = 0.22; 95% CI: 0.13 to 0.32; p <0.001) predict their academic resilience. This study contributes to the existing scholarship by identifying thesignificant internal protective factors of Chinese rural students’ academic resilience.
69219 | Engagement, Positive and Negative Emotions in English Learning in the Japanese Context
Rieko Nishida, Osaka University, Japan
In this presentation, I will describe general tendencies of Japanese university students’ behavioral, cognitive, social and emotional engagement inEnglish classroom. Also general tendencies of positive emotional factors concerning enjoyment including social enjoyment, personal enjoyment
and teacher appreciation, and also negative emotion including anxiety will be described. The study also investigates how these factors are interrelated. The study was conducted during the year of the spring semester of 2022. The research questions were to examine 1) the general tendencies
of engagement, enjoyment, and anxiety for the Japanese students, 2) how positive emotions including enjoyment and negative emotions including
anxiety can affect engagement in the language classroom. In order to investigate the research questions, the descriptive statistics, correlation
analyses, and structural equation modeling (SEM) were examined. In descriptive statistics, teacher appreciation and behavioral engagement werehigh, on the other hand, anxiety and social enjoyment showed low. In correlation analyses, teacher appreciation and personal enjoyment showed astronger correlation (r<.784). The hypothesized model was analyzed and all paths revealed statistical significance, and Goodness of Fit measureprovided by AMOS are CFI =.992, RMSEA=.054. The model showed that students who felt stronger sense of enjoyment are likely to be engaged inclassroom activities (with a path coefficient of . 88), and anxiety did not show a stronger path to engagement (with a path coefficient of .02). In thistalk, an overall summary of the present study will be described.
64912 | Can We Use Technology to Predict Student Success and Failure in Higher Education
Peter Eachus, University of Salford, United Kingdom
The aim of this research was to identify those technological factors that contribute to success/failure in Higher Education. Many factors contributeto a students’ success or lack of success in higher education. Some of these will be individual factors such as personality, motivation, previous
educational experiences and many others. Other factors that contribute to success or otherwise, will be focused on the institution and the technology,
courses and facilities that are provided The data was collected automatically via the technologies used by the university. These included student useof the computer network; student access to online learning materials; the number of times the library was used; use of the virtual learning environment,
and finally the degree to which student support services and careers advice was utilised. The students (N = 301) in this study were all enrolled on a
BSc (Hons) Psychology programme at a University in the North of England. In addition to the behavioural data, student academic performance wasalso assessed using the existing assessments for the taught programme. The findings revealed that although some of the predicted relationships
were confirmed, for example library use was a good predictor of academic performance, other predictions, for example use of the virtual learning
environment, were not predictive of success. However, although a general model predicting student performance was not forthcoming, it was foundthat the data was useful in predicting “at-risk” students, i.e those individuals likely to drop out before completing their studies.

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67458 | Academic Self-concept, Global Self-esteem, and Social Integration of Students With Special Educational Needs in

Higher Education

Hoi Nga NG, Caritas Institute of Higher Education, Hong Kong
Kam Weng Boey, Caritas Institute of Higher Education, Hong Kong
Chi Wai Kwan, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong
Inclusive education (IE) regulates that students with learning difficulties or with special educational needs (SEN) should study in the mainstream
classrooms. Past research in the primary and secondary schools suggested that students with SEN showed lower self-concepts and experienced
negative feelings about learning in mainstream classrooms. In the meantime, more and more students with SEN pursue their studies in higher
education. Transition from secondary to tertiary education presents challenges and stress to many students, particularly students with SEN. This
study examined academic self-concept, global self-esteem, and social integration of students with and without SEN. A questionnaire consisted ofdemographic characteristics, SEN status, and measuring instruments was put online to invite students’ participation. A total of 91 students with SEN
and 458 students without SEN responded. The data showed that students with SEN showed satisfactory social integration. Compared with students
without SEN, they were significantly lower in academic self-concept and inferior in global self-esteem. However, the difference was significant
among female students, but not male students. Students with Type I disabilities (Physical and sensory impairments) were significantly higher inacademic self-concept and global self-esteem than students with Type II disabilities (Learning difficulties and development disabilities) and TypeIII disabilities (Mental and emotional problems). Students with Type III disabilities were most vulnerable to poor academic self-concept and inferior
global self-concept. Evidently, gender difference and types of disability should be taken into account in the implementation of IE. Limitations of thestudy were considered and implications of the findings discussed.

Qualitative/Quantitative Research in any other area of Psychology
66949 | Investigation of the Wisdom of Older Adults to Live in Harmony with Nature
Yuho Shimizu, The University of Tokyo, Japan
Masashi Suzuki, Sompo Holdings, Inc., Japan
Yukako Hata, SAT Laboratory LLC, Japan
Toshiro Sakaki, SAT Laboratory LLC, Japan

Environmental destruction is progressing rapidly around the world, including in Japan. What familiar social groups should we refer to when we aim
for a symbiosis between nature and humans? We believe that one of the appropriate social groups is older adults. They have developed a wide
range of wisdom for living through the utilization of nature’s benefits and countermeasures against nature’s threats. Examples are agriculture that
does not harvest more than necessary and traditional wooden houses with good ventilation. These pearls of wisdom have contributed greatly to thedevelopment of Japan’s agriculture, forestry, and fisheries industries. In this study, a wide range of wisdom for living in harmony with nature (howto utilize nature’s benefits and countermeasures against nature’s threats) was investigated among older Japanese participants (N = 218, mean
age = 73.04 years). An online survey was conducted, and participants responded in an open-ended format. A qualitative analysis was conducted
to examine in detail which responses were frequent. As a result, specific examples of utilizing nature’s benefits included the management of fields
by pest-eating animals. Specific examples of countermeasures against nature’s threats included wrapping towels around water pipes to withstandthe winter cold. Meanwhile, older participants had a very favorable view of passing on the wisdom of living in harmony with nature to generations
younger than themselves. The data from the open-ended survey of many older adults is of high material value and will be useful for improving thepolicies for supporting older adults.
67406 | The Lived Experiences of Stigma in Non-offending Pedophiles
Rebecca Heron, University of Houston-Victoria, United States
Non-offending pedophiles are an under-researched, hard-to-reach population. This group of individuals are often hesitant to come forward andfail to seek help ongoing stigma experienced in society. In order to better understand non-offending pedophiles experiences of their identity andthe stigma they face, semi-structured qualitative interviews were conducted with 10 non-offending pedophiles, who were recruited through online
support groups for individuals who have sexual attractions towards children. Participants were interviewed over skype and the data was analyzed
using interpretative phenomenological analysis (IPA) following Smith et al (2012) approach and a number of themes were generated from therich data set produced. Four main themes emerged, providing insight into how non-offending pedophiles experience stigma. The themes included‘stigma in relation to themselves’, ‘others’, ‘the media portrayal’ and ‘impact of stigma of MAP’s seeking treatment’. Findings are discussed inrelation to existing literature and practical recommendations are proposed, which will hopefully allow this population to feel more comfortable
sharing their sexual interests, resulting in them not offending and ultimately the prevention of sexual abuse. This study fills the void in terms oflack of research with this population, especially when it comes to qualitative in depth studies, including not just male minor attracted persons, but
female minor attracted persons as well.
67437 | Biased Survival Expectations and Behaviours
Cristina Vilaplana-Prieto, University of Murcia, Spain
We study biased survival expectations across two domains and examine whether they influence health and financial behaviours. Combining
individual-level longitudinal, retrospective, and end of life data from several European countries for more than a decade, we estimate time-varying
individual level bias in ‘survival expectations’ (BSE) and compare it to biased ‘meteorological expectations’ (BME). We exploit variation acrossindividual’s family history (parental age at death) to estimate the effect of BSE on health and financial behaviours and compare it to the effect of
BME. Finally, we discuss whether the effect of BSE results from the effect of private information, or other mechanism. We find that BSE increases
the probability of adopting less risky health and financial behaviours. We estimate that a one standard deviation increase in BSE changes theaverage individual probability of smoking by 48% (holding retirement accounts by 69%). In contrast, BME barely affects healthy behaviours, and is
only associated with a change in some financial behaviours.

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68026 | Intergenerational Differences and Inheritance of Marriage Between Born “Around-1975” and “After-1995” Groups Based on

China

Jingxi Zheng, University of Glasgow, United Kingdom
The globalised rise in late marriage and divorce rates is to some extent a reflection of life choices and attitudes towards marriage. China is a densely
populated country, and after the one-child policy, most families have a pyramidal structure; in 2021, the Chinese government officially enacted thethree-child policy, with the aim of stimulating and encouraging people to have more children. However, with the rapid development of the economy
and modernisation, there are dynamic changes of individuals’ consideration. The target group for this study is the parents born around 1975, and theirchildren, the millennials born after 1995. Seven pairs of families were recruited through snowball sampling. The study used a qualitative approach,with volunteers first completing a demographic questionnaire; semi-structured interviews allowed participants to explore and consider in depth, andasynchronous interviews compensated for the fact that some participants were unable to have simultaneous one-to-one online. The researcher
forms four themes: the importance of marriage, love and cruelty in marriage, opposite sex kinship and mate choice, and women in marriage. The
analysis concluded that there are similarities and contradictions in intergenerational perceptions of marriage, as well as differences between family
units. Inheritance is in the identification of marital behaviour and family pressures, and differences revolve around the two generations' motivation
for marriage and attitudes to non-mainstream marriage trends. However, parental influence on children is also externalised into acting styles suchas reinforcement, correction, and avoidance of marriage due to the unique patterns of the individual internalised system.
68546 | Military Life Challenges Among Military Spouses: Implications for Future Interventions
Bianca Comicho, Ateneo de Davao University, Philippines
While there is a vast amount of research about the military in the Western setting, in the Philippines, there is an undeniable scarcity in research
involving the military, its members and their families. As the “overlooked casualities of war”, the researcher believes that military family members
are equally impacted by the military lifestyle thus they also deserve equal research attention- especially the spouses who manage a handful of
responsibilities in the family while the military member is away. This study aimed to arrive on certain research implications regarding the challenges
faced by military spouses that will help design future interventions specific for military spouses in the Philippines. Using a mixed-method research
design, the researcher investigated 4 major areas: stressors, coping resources, coping strategies, and perceptions of the spouses. The first phaseof data gathering (survey) identified the top 5 responses in these 4 areas. While the second phase of data gathering aimed to elaborate the data.
Data anaysis revealed that anxiety was a major stressor. Other top stressors were media or media reporting, deployment and suspicion of infidelity.
The spouses’ coping resources were classified into 2: social and personal coping resources. Coping strategies were categorized into 3: emotionfocused, problem-focused, and avoidance coping strategy. Lastly, perception about being a military spouse revealed 3 themes: resilience, sense of
pride, and sense of security. These findings implied the need to design interventions specific for military spouses that will target stress reduction,enhancing coping resources and strategies and maintaining healthy perceptions of the spouses.
68164 | Examining the Exercise-Executive Functions Relation in Children With Autism
Choi Yeung Andy Tse, Education University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong
Physical exercise is widely reported to be beneficial to executive functions (EFs) in children with autism. However, the impact of physical exercise
on self regulation (SR) remains unknown. Moreover, very few studies have been done to examine the mechanism that underlies the exercise-EF andexercise -SR relations. The purpose of this study is to examine whether the two types of physical exercise (cognitively engaging vs non-cognitively
engaging) benefit EFs through SR in children with autism. Sixty-four children diagnosed with ASD (52 males and 12 females, Mage = 10.00±1.40
yr, Mheight = 1.39 ± 0.11 m, and Mweight = 39.65 ± 8.86kg) were randomly assigned into one of three groups: learning to ride a bicycle (n = 23),
stationary cycling (n = 19) or an active control with walking (n = 22). Two executive functions (EFs) -flexibility and inhibition and the mediating role ofself-regulation (SR) were assessed. Participants in the learning to ride a bicycle group significantly improved their EFs (ps <.01). Mediation analyses
showed that SR partially mediated the exercise-EF relationship (p <.05). Cognitively engaging exercise may positively influence EFs in children with
ASD in part through improving their self-regulation

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Aging and Gerontology

68446 | Reason Behind Grandchild Caring and Its Effect on Grandparent’s Social Engagement in Different Household Settingsin India: Using a Bayesian

Papai Barman, International Institute for Population Sciences, India
Harihar Sahoo, International Institute for Population Sciences, India
The study examined reason behind grandchild caring and its effect on social engagement in different household (HH) setting among older (aged
60 and above) grandparents (GP) living in India using Longitudinal Aging Study in India data, 2017-18. HH structure was defined as the skippedgeneration HH (SGH) where GP and grandchild lived together without middle generation and the multi-generation HH (MGH) where more than two
generations lived together. Reason was categorized as compulsive (CS) and non-compulsive situation (NCS). Bivariate analysis, probit, Bayesianstatistical model (BSM), and 20-IDI were utilised. Results show while only 23.7% GP from MGH reported CS, nearly 44.9% from SGH reported
CS. Margins of probit model shows that grandparents who lived in SGH were 0.19 (p<0.001) times more likely to report CS for grandchild caring
than those who lived in MGH. Around 8 out of 10 IDI belonged to SGH reported the same. BSM shows that grandparents lived in SGH were 0.81
times (MCSE: 0.01) lower likely to engage in social life than their counterpart. It also shows that the level of social engagement was lower among
grandparents reported living in SGH as well as CS. Around 6 out of 10 IDI from SGH reported that they did not participate in any event, program,and social work. The results from bivariate, regression, BSM and IDI significantly show that living in SGH and caring due to CS were negatively
associated with social engagement. Familial role in different household settings brings different effect on the grandparent in India.
68499 | Universal Access to Healthcare for Older Patients in Ethiopia: A Qualitative Analysis of Perspectives From Older Patientsand Health Professionals

Kirubel Mussie, University of Basel, Switzerland
Bettina Zimmermann, University of Basel, Switzerland
Bernice Elger, University of Basel, Switzerland
Jenny Setchell, The University of Queensland, Australia
Mirgissa Kaba, Addis Ababa University, Ethiopia
Background: Access to quality healthcare for older patients is a challenge worldwide, particularly in countries like Ethiopia. The aim of this study
was to investigate the challenges of accessing healthcare among older patients in Ethiopia from the perspective of older patients and healthcare
professionals. Methods: Semi-structured qualitative interviews were conducted with 20 older adults (60 years and older) and 26 health professionals
including physicians and nurses purposively selected from health facilities in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia’s capital. The interviews were audio recorded,transcribed verbatim and analysed using the reflexive thematic analysis approach. Results: Three themes were produced from our analysis of thedata. First, participants stated that the physical and material infrastructure of health facilities were not convenient to provide specialised care forolder patients. Second, they reported that specialised care services for older patients were highly limited or even absent. Third, they underlined
limited geriatric expertise among health professionals as an additional challenge.
Conclusion: The lack of specialised care for older patients in Ethiopia leaves the older population vulnerable to more health challenges and gives
rise to the ethical concern of justice in healthcare distribution. The findings could inform preparedness and health policy efforts targeted at thewell-being of older adults in Ethiopia and other similar contexts. Moreover, there should be more efforts to advance geriatric training among healthprofessionals and introduce departments that are intentionally designed for geriatric care in health facilities.
68896 | Factors Associated With Risk of Fall Among Low Income Community-Dwelling Elderly in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Siti Nur'Asyura Adznam, Universiti Putra Malaysia, Malaysia
Jenny Boon Zean Lea, Universiti Putra Malaysia, Malaysia
Jenny Hii Ai Na, Universiti Putra Malaysia, Malaysia
INTRODUCTION: Fall is prevalent among older adults globally. Risk of fall and factors associated with fall risk is also understudied and has not been
fully addressed in the local and global research. Hence, this study aimed to explore the prevalence of falls and factors associated with risk of falls
among low income elderly.
METHODS: A total of 97 eligible community-dwelling elderly at People’s Housing Program flats in Kuala Lumpur were recruited. Face-to-face interview
was conducted using PASE-Malay version and Berg Balance Scale questionnaires. Fried Frailty Phenotype, Elderly Cognitive Assessment Questionnaireand Mini Nutritional Assessment Short Form were used to assess the frailty status, cognitive status and risk of malnutrition, respectively.
RESULTS: The mean age of the participants was 68.04±5.54 years. Majority of participants were women (73.2%), Malay (88.7%) and pre-frail (73.2%).
A total of 44.3% of participants were IADL dependent, 9.3% were cognitively impaired and 29.9% were at risk of malnutrition. The proportion of falls
among participants was 7.1% while 14.4% of them were at risk of falls. Factors that were found to be significantly associated with risk of falls wereage (r=-0.407, p<0.001), ethnicity (p=0.001), educational level (p=0.003), skeletal muscle percentage (r=0.204, p=0.045), handgrip strength (r=0.394,
p<0.001), hearing impairment (p = 0.020), frailty status (r=-0.315, p=0.002) and cognitive status (r=0.264, p=0.009).
CONCLUSION: It is critical to focus on assessing the risk of fall while providing treatments to low income elderly periodically. Future fall risk assessment
should be part of community elderly health policy.

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68961 | Blurred Boundaries for Foreign Caregivers: For Better or For Worse?
Kate Perepezko, University of Pittsburgh, United States
Chloe Muntefering, University of Wisconsin-Madison, United States
Feng-Hang Chang, Taipei Medical University & Wan Fang Hospital, Taiwan
Yosika Mauludina, Taipei Medical University, Taiwan
Beth Fields, University of Wisconsin-Madison, United States
Background: Stroke survivors frequently require a caregiver after they are discharged from the hospital (1). Their needs are often medically andphysically demanding and can exceed the abilities of families, leading some to seek in-home help (2, 3). In Taiwan, foreign caregiving has become
more common to address the needs of older adults and avoid institutionalization (4). However, little is known about the perspectives of stroke
survivors and their family regarding foreign caregiving. The current project sought to address this gap.
Methods: We conducted a secondary analysis of qualitative data collected through a stroke recovery and foreign caregiving project (5). For thisproject, researchers completed interviews with 23 Taiwanese, community-dwelling stroke survivors (mean age: 73.4 years; 47.8% female) and theirfamily who had hired a foreign caregiver. Data were analyzed using a thematic analysis approach (6).
Results: Six themes arose from our analysis, categorized into positive and negative consequences of employing a foreign caregiver. Positive outcomes
included: (a) reduced family burden, (b) relationships exceeding professional norms, and (c) receiving necessary support. Negative outcomes included:(a) blurred and demanding schedules, (b) unmet expectations, and (c) poor stroke survivor outcomes. For example, many participants discussed
relationships with their caregiver resembling “family”, but simultaneously discussed a lack of boundaries for the caregiver’s time off leading to burnout.
Discussion: Participants identified positive and negative consequences of hiring a foreign caregiver that were sometimes conflicting. These findings
demonstrate the need for specific regulations and policies surrounding the expectations and role of foreign caregivers.
69170 | Qualitative Inquiry on Personal and Situational Factors on Elderly and Caregivers
Kadzrina Abdul Kadir, Universiti Utara Malaysia, Malaysia
Emy Ezura Abdul Jalil, Universiti Utara Malaysia, Malaysia
Hazlinda Hassan, Universiti Utara Malaysia, Malaysia
Raja Kamariah Raja Mohd Khalid, Ministry of Women, Family and Community Development, Malaysia
An aging society have an enormous impact on a country’s society. For a developing economy, are its citizens ready for the changes that an aged
society brings? Education could be a leveler in that by educating its younger generation on the aspect of aging and aged care, and most importantly
caring for the elderly, the aged society could ensure that the elderly have access to health and wellbeing, part of the 2030 United Nations’ Sustainable
Development Goals (SDG). This paper presents part of its current research on a qualitative inquiry aimed to explore personal and situational factors
affecting both the elderly and caregivers’ daily routines. The term "situational factors" refers to all externalities (infrastructure; facilities; accessibility
and availability; policy; governance) that have a direct or indirect effect on changes in individual behaviors, whereas "personal factors" refers tointernal factors (demographic factors; family dynamics; self-efficacy; social norms; knowledge and experience). Based on interviews with morethan 30 elderly and caregivers, through both direct interviews and focus group interviews, the research has found that both personal and situational
factors play a role in the wellbeing of the elderly. In addition, the research also suggest these three areas: 1) Respondents have preferences toage in place, preferably in the care of their family members,2) Concerns of health and sustainability of being independent and mobile and lastly, 3)
Ensuring financial capability for unexpected medical expenses and caregiving expenses.
67986 | Caring Communities – Ready for a Collaborative Approach to Dementia?
Christine Pichler, Carinthia University of Applied Sciences, Austria
Gabriele Hagendorfer-Jauk, Carinthia University of Applied Sciences, Austria
Manuela Perchtaler, Carinthia University of Applied Sciences, Austria
Tamara Ulbrich, Carinthia University of Applied Sciences, Austria
Old age, care dependency and dementia pose particular challenges to those affected and their families. This paper presents participatory
approaches to face these challenges, both theoretical and practical, focussing on the concept of the caring community. One form of a caring
community is the dementia-friendly community where people with dementia and their families find the acceptance and support they need. These
communities are characterised, among others, by efforts to enable social inclusion and overcome stigmatisation as well as an open approachto dementia in general. Several conditions need to be fulfilled for the successful social participation of a disadvantaged group (e.g., people withdementia) in a caring community. Among others, communities need to develop a fun-damental social (e.g., dementia-inclusive) attitude which thentranslates into corresponding actions and behaviours. In addition, community members’ understanding for and acceptance of people’s needs andlived realities need to be improved. This paper discusses the experiences from a project in a small town in Austria which implemented awarenessraising, support and relief activities to improve the town’s dementia-friendliness as well as dementia-inclusiveness. Highlighted are challenges
with sustaining newly established meeting spaces and with activating people to engage in community efforts in times of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Finally, the paper also touches upon the results of the participatory evaluation regarding the effectiveness of the project’s activities.

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69197 | Successful Cases of Transiting From Restraints to Restraint-free Care of Older Residents in Long-term Care Facilities:

Perspectives of Multi-disciplinary Staff

Lisa P.L. Low, Caritas Institute of Higher Education, Hong Kong
Alice N.L. Kwong , Caritas Institute of Higher Education, Hong Kong
Background: In recent decades, considerable attention has been given to efforts to reduce and eliminate restraint use in older institutionalized
people. Previous research showed that staff expressed varying views of restraint-free care. Yet, no qualitative research has described thisphenomenon in Hong Kong.
Purposes: This paper will present and compare the views of staff towards the care of three older people who transited from using restraints andbecoming restraint-free in long-term care facilities (LTCFs) for older people.
Methods: A large qualitative study was conducted in six LTCFs in Hong Kong. A mix of staff including 27 senior managers, nurses, allied healthprofessionals and frontline workers from two LTCFs were interviewed, and data were analyzed using latent content analysis.
Results: During the regular review of residents who used restraints, staff could vividly describe the restraint care that was provided and criteria
for identifying residents that could be given an opportunity to ‘try off-restraint’. Although strategies to try-off restraints were used, not all cases
were successful. Three successful case reviews will be presented to describe the restraints received, the process of implementing and timeallowed to trial restraint-free practice, and barriers to implementing restraint-free care for residents with particular predicament. Findings supported
that training and education, institutional culture, additional resources, innovative ideas and collective efforts of all multi-disciplinary staff are key
elements to promoting restraint-free care.
Conclusion: Although restraint-free practice has yet to actualize, extensive efforts have already been made to move towards using lesser physicalrestraint in LTCFs through teamwork.

Built Environment

69113 | A Cross-Cultural Comparison on Age-Friendly Cities: Akita, Japan and Columbus Ohio
Alexandria McBride, The Ohio State University, United States
Reason: This research will help bridge the cultural gaps in aging studies. Japan is on the forefront of our aging world and we need to take thisopportunity to learn from their experiences. This research will primarily focus on the differences in our approach to a similar problem and how that
may be affected by differing cultures.
Problem: Lack of comparison material on the international approaches to Age-Friendly Cities.
Methodology: Compared Baseline Assessment Reports from each city for their interview questions and methods. I then compared how the results
affected their priorities in their Action plans. Finally, I interviewed with a cultural expert to clarify any cultural significance.
Results: Columbus’s focus went primarily to actions that could be solved through city environment changes because that’s where they found thegreatest need. However, Akita had little to no concerns about housing and transportation in comparison. This drastic difference is both affected by
the cultural difference and economic differences.
Implications: As Columbus’s aging population inches towards that of Akita’s, we need to find solid solutions around housing and transportation.
Akita offers a great example for our future goals as an Aging city.

Transport, Mobility and Accessibility

69200 | Status of E-Inclusion, and Prediction of Social Inclusion Among the Elderly in Taiwan
Carol, Shu Huey Wu, National Taiwan University, Taiwan
Hsin-Chun Chang, Chang Gung University Graduate Institute of Nursing, Taiwan
Digital aging is an essential part of active aging. E-Inclusion means that everyone in society can participate in the information society. In an aging
society, whether E-Inclusion affects social inclusion?
The secondary data analysis method was used in this study— the source of original data from the National Development Council(2021). There are
1,745 who are experienced in using the Internet and those aged 65 and above. This study will •To analyze the E-Inclusion status of people over 65.
To analyze the digital abilities and Social Inclusion in ICT use in health、social connection, and subjective well-being of people over 65 and theirrelationships.
Result:1. In Taiwan, 86.6% of individuals use the Internet. However, the Internet usage rate of the elderly over 65 years old has not reached 50%, but it has
doubled in the past five years.
2. 98% of the elderly who have experience in using the Internet have used the Internet within three months. Data shows that the elderly use theInternet frequently. 83.7% of the elderly use the Internet every day, of which 34% use the Internet every day and for a long time, and 49% use theInternet every day but very often.
3. Elderly people use social communication the most (91.7%), followed by watching videos or listening to music on the Internet (64.6%), and online
reading(58.5%).
4. According to Manova's analysis, the ability to use ICT significantly affects health status and social connection; but it has no significant effect on
well-being.

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Keynote Presentation: Jan Spijker

To Be Young and Depressed: Higher
Prevalence Rates for Depression in Youngsters
in the Netherlands
Monday, April 3, 2023 | 16:10-16:55 | Online Room A

According to recent results of NEMESIS, 26% of the Dutch adult population had a psychiatric conditionin the past 12 months. Twelve years earlier this was 18%.
Especially, there was a sharp increase in the prevalence in depressive, anxiety and substance use
disorders. Those aged under 35, living alone, without employment and living in cities were at higher
risk of developing mental disorders.
NEMESIS-3 is a national psychiatric epidemiological survey with more than 6,000 respondents (18-64
years old) that started in 2019. The MINI is used to assess psychiatric disorders according to DSMIV and DSM-V. Earlier prevalence of psychiatric disorders were assessed in NEMESIS-2. COVID-19
does not seem to have influenced the rise in depression as prevalence in the year before, during andafter the pandemic did not differ. There are other signals of an increase of depression and suicidality
among students. The chronic stress and performance pressure that young people experience might
be the explanation for this situation.

Jan Spijker
Jan Spijker, MD, PhD, is a psychiatrist at the Expert Center for
Depression of Pro Persona mental health care in Nijmegen, anda professor at Radboud University in Nijmegen, Netherlands. His
research focuses on the epidemiology, origins, and treatmentof chronic, treatment-resistant depression. His research groupconducts RCTs into augmentation therapy for (chronic, treatmentresistant) depression. He has contributed to more than 100
articles in peer-reviewed psychiatric journals and is the chairof the committee for the Dutch Multidisciplinary Guideline forDepression.

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ACP2023 Review Committee
Dr Enkhmaa Badmaanyam, University of Finance and Economics, Mongolia
Dr Indrayanti Indrayanti, Gadjah Mada University, Indonesia
Dr Preeti Khanna, Institute of Economic Growth, India
Professor Ezra Lockhart, Yorkville University, Canada
Dr Criselle Angeline Penamante, University of Santo Tomas, Philippines
Dr Bixi Qiao, Northern State University, United States
Dr Marc Eric Reyes, University of Santo Tomas, Philippines
Professor Amit Shrira, Bar-Ilan University, Israel
Professor Yu-Mei Wang, Providence University, Taiwan

ACP2023 Senior Reviewers
Dr Paul Duongtran, California State University Dominguez Hills, United States
Dr Ying Wai Bryan Ho, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hong Kong
Dr Criselle Angeline Penamante, University of Santo Tomas, Philippines
Dr Alena Superficial, National Children'S Hospital, Philippines
Professor Cecilia Cheng, University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong
Professor Naim Fanaj, Alma Mater Europaea Campus Rezonanca, Prishtina, Kosovo
Professor Yu-Kai Huang, National Taiwan Ocean University, Taiwan
Dr Ching Yin Ip, Fu Jen Catholic University, Taiwan
Dr Anu Malik, The Lnm Institute of Information Technology, Jaipur, India
Dr Maryfe Roxas, Philippine Normal University, Philippines
Dr Rajbala Singh, The LNM Institute of Information Technology, Indonesia
Dr Vicar Solomon, University of Jhang, Pakistan
Dr Sai Sun, Tohoku University, JapanDr Piyaorn Wajanatinapart, Suranaree University of Technology, Thailand

ACP2023 Reviewers
Dr Yousef Abu Shindi, Sultan Qaboos University, Oman
Dr Daisuke Akamatsu, Kyoto University of Education, JapanDr Karnsunaphat Balthip, Faculty of Nursing, Prince of Songkla University, Thailand
Dr Davide Cannata, AON Assessment Solution, Ireland
Dr Arlinda Cerga Pashoja, St Marys University, United Kingdom
Dr Randolph Chun Ho Chan, The Education University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong
Dr Luxi Chen, National University of Singapore, Slovenia
Professor Mei-Shiu Chiu, National Chengchi University, Taiwan
Dr Hsuan-Yi Chou, National Sun Yat-Sen University, Taiwan
Dr Peter Eachus, University of Salford, United Kingdom
Dr Arthur Giacalone, Institute of Contemplative Studies, United States
Dr Weifeng Han, Federation University Australia, Australia
Dr Rebecca Heron, University of Houston-Victoria, United States
Professor Hsuan-Fu Ho, National Chiayi University, Taiwan
Professor Fu-Yuan Hong, Professor and Director of Institute Graduate of Physical Education, Taiwan
Professor I-Hui Hsieh, National Central University, Taiwan
Dr Lucy Shih-Ju Hsu, University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong
Professor Hung-Yu Huang, University of Taipei, Taiwan
Dr Rui-Ting Huang, National Chung Hsing University, Taiwan
Dr Kuang-Ming Kuo, National United University, Taiwan
Professor Pen-Yuan Liao, National United University, Taiwan
Dr Sheng-Hsiang Lin, National Cheng Kung University, Taiwan
Dr Pin-Ling Liu, National Tsing Hua University, Taiwan
Dr Lap-Yan Lo, Hong Kong Shue Yan University, Hong Kong
Dr Anu Malik, The Lnm Institute of Information Technology, Jaipur, India
Dr Monire Nobahar Ahari, Shahid Beheshti Medical University, School of Rehabilitation, Iran
Dr Sairaj Patki, Flame University, India
Dr Karen Quek, California State University, Dominguez Hills, United States
Dr Charyna Ayu Rizkyanti, Universitas Islam Internasional Indonesia, Indonesia
Dr Lipaz Shamoa-Nir, Zefat Academic College, Israel
Dr Felix Speckmann, University of Cologne, Germany
Dr Choi Yeung Andy Tse, Education University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong
Dr Hui Wang, The Education University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong
Professor Alan Weber, Weill Cornell Medicine, Qatar

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Dr Daniel Dei, North-West University, South Africa
Dr Johan Eddebo, Uppsala University, Sweden
Dr Maisarah Hasbullah, University of Malaya, Malaysia
Dr Hari Kamali, Far Western University, Kailali Multiple Campus, Nepal
Dr Lewis Teo Piaw Liew, Politeknik Kuching Sarawak, Malaysia
Professor Craig Mark, Kyoritsu Women's University, JapanDr Elymar Pascual, Department of Education, Nagcarlan District, Laguna, Philippines
Dr Alistair Ping, Queensland University of Technology, Australia
Dr Nilda San Miguel, Department of Education, Lumban District, Laguna, Philippines
Dr Rajesh Kumar Srivastava, MAN Government Degree College JK, Gorakhpur, India
Dr Yanyong Thammatucharee, Leadway Heavy Machinery Company Limited, Thailand
Dr Revenendo Vargas, University of Santo Tomas, Philippines

ACERP2023 Senior Reviewers
Professor Shih-Chuan Chen, Fu Jen Catholic University, Taiwan

ACERP2023 Reviewers
Dr Alina Alak, University of Vienna, Austria
Professor Verena Gottschling, York University, Canada
Dr Tomomi Naka, Tottori University, JapanDr Sadaf Sajjad, Austin Community College, Austin, United States
Dr Takeo Suzuki, The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, United States
Dr Dmitry Usenco, Independent Scholar, United Kingdom

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AGen2023 Review Committee
Dr Angela Koh, National Heart Centre Singapore, Singapore
Kathryn Lavender, National Archive of Computerized Data on Aging, University of Michigan, United States
Dr James Mcnally, University of Michigan, United States
Professor Dr Bijay Singh, Ranchi University, India

AGen2023 Senior Reviewers
Professor Yu-Hsiang Kuan, Chung Shan Medical University, Taiwan
Professor Chih-Ching Liu, Asia University, Taiwan
Professor Oliver Micke, Franziskus Hospital Bielefeld, Germany
Dr Rika Sabri, Universitas Andalas, Indonesia
Dr Wai Lung, Thomson Wong, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hong Kong

AGen2023 Reviewers
Dr Dararatt Anantanasuwong, National Institute of Development Administration, Thailand
Dr Sandra Arevalo, California State University, United States
Professor Masood Badri, Abu Dhabi Department of Community Development and Abu Dhabi Departmentof Education & Knowledge, United Arab Emirates
Dr Shu-Hung Chang, Chang Gung University of Science and Technology, Taiwan
Dr Sutthida Chuanwan, Institute For Population and Social Research (IPSR), Thailand
Dr Reggy Figer, Hokkaido University, Japan
Dr Hung Chak Ho, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong
Professor H. W. Ker, Chihlee University of Technology, Taiwan
Professor Chun-Yi Lin, Asia University, Taiwan
Professor Ching-Hua Mao, Chihlee University of Technology, Taiwan
Dr Missaye Mengstie, University of Gondar, Ethiopia
Rev Jordan Orbe, Loyola House of Studies Ateneo De Manila University, Philippines
Dr Kate Perepezko, University of Pittsburgh, United States
Dr Christine Pichler, Carinthia University of Applied Sciences, Austria
Professor Mahendra Prasad Sharma, Tribhuvan University, Nepal
Dr Edi Sampurno, Universitas Alma Ata, Indonesia
Dr Mohsen Shafizadeh, Sheffield Hallam University, United Kingdom
Dr Kaewkwan Tangtipongkul, Thammasat University, Thailand
Dr Angela Frances, Hui Wen Yap, Singhealth Residency Programme, Singapore
Dr Bernard Kok Chong Yap, Changi General Hospital, Singapore

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