The present study focuses on the psychological consequences of the pandemic on Greek teachers on anxiety, post-traumatic stress and personal skills. The research was conducted by a Greek university, a few months after the beginning of lockdown and changing the teaching process to distance education. An electronic questionnaire was used as a research tool, which was completed by 213 primary and secondary school teachers in Western Greece. The questionnaire included demographics as well as questions from three questionnaires: State Trait Anxiety Inventory, revised Impact of Event Scale, as well as selected questions from the Personal Skills Inventory. The elaboration of the findings revealed the existence of medium anxiety and low self-esteem for the teachers, as well as an estimation of the factors that increase them. Nevertheless, a discussion on the opportunities emerged for the teachers’ development and the contribution of Adult Education to this direction is ready to start.

This study investigates the relationship between Social Anxiety Disorder (SAD) and low self-esteem among students at the University of Patras. After defining the key concepts, the paper explores how these issues affect individuals, particularly students, and how Social Anxiety Disorder negatively impacts self-esteem or, conversely, how low self-esteem exacerbates the symptoms of SAD. The research was conducted using an online questionnaire, which was divided into three sections to gather relevant data from the sample. The collected data were then analyzed statistically to draw conclusions. The results reveal statistically significant relationships between anxiety/fear, avoidance behaviors, self-esteem, and mental health issues. Additionally, a significant correlation was found between avoidance behaviors and low self-esteem, affirming the research hypothesis that social phobia and self-esteem are interrelated. Article visualizations:

As the physical and psychological well-being has become a cultural and public health focus in Western countries, the impact of social networking sites has been highlighted, especially for the young who are in the process of identity formation. For them, the rapidly evolving social media world is increasing in importance as the main arena for socializing, experimentation, exploration and communication. Studies connect the exposure of adolescents and young adults to social media with body image dissatisfaction and eating disorders (ED), mainly bulimia, anorexia and binge eating. Especially the media cultivating beauty ideals are predictors of the development of eating pathology. The aim of this study is to investigate the relationship between social media platforms and eating disorders in students and whether their use influences the process of identity formation. With a sample of 158 students from the University of Patras, the measuring instruments used in the study were a structured questionnaire to investigate the effect of social media on eating disorders and the process of identity exploration and the Bulimic Investigatory Test, Edinburgh (BITE) questionnaire to investigate the episodes of binge eating, predisposition to bulimia nervosa and the cognitive and behavioral manifestations of bulimia. Article visualizations:

Background and Purpose: In recent years, the incidence of child sexual abuse (CSA) has significantly increased, particularly among younger children. Such traumatic experiences can have profound and long-lasting effects on a child's mental health, often leading to an increased risk of developing disorders such as depression and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). This study aims to investigate the comorbidity of depression and PTSD in children who have experienced sexual abuse. The primary objective is to examine whether these two disorders frequently coexist in children subjected to CSA. Method: This study follows the PRISMA 2020 guidelines and employs a systematic review methodology. No statistical analysis methods were utilized. The research sample also included adolescents, providing a broader understanding of the effects of CSA across different age groups. Results: The findings revealed a strong correlation between child sexual abuse and the comorbidity of depression and PTSD, indicating that children who have been sexually abused are at a heightened risk of developing both disorders simultaneously. Conclusion: Children who have experienced sexual abuse are highly likely to develop both depression and PTSD. However, further research is necessary to deepen our understanding of this comorbidity and to explore effective interventions. Article visualizations:

The growing global population of older adults has led to increased research on psychiatric conditions in later life. Anxiety and depression are frequent in this population but are often underdiagnosed due to their overlap with physical illnesses. Most existing research indicates a negative relationship between psychological distress and quality of life in the elderly. This study aimed to examine the relationship between anxiety, satisfaction with Open Elderly Care Centers, and quality of life, while also exploring the role of gender. A cross-sectional design was used with a sample of 349 older adults attending Open Elderly Care Centers in Greece. Participants completed the Geriatric Anxiety Scale (GAS), the OPQOL-35 quality of life questionnaire, and a demographic survey. Correlational analysis and independent tests were conducted. Higher levels of anxiety were significantly associated with lower quality of life (r = –0.21, p < 0.001), with a stronger effect among men (r = –0.44). Women reported higher anxiety scores but also slightly higher quality of life. Satisfaction with care services showed no significant correlation with quality of life, and gender had no moderating effect on this relationship. The findings confirm a negative link between anxiety and quality of life in older adults, supporting previous literature. The lack of association between satisfaction with care and quality of life highlights the complexity of these relationships. Gender differences in emotional response may merit further exploration. Article visualizations: