Search for Articles:
Title / Keyword
Author / Affiliation / Email
Journal
Article Type
 
 
Advanced Search
 
Section
Special Issue
Volume
Issue
Number
Page
 
3.5
2.4
Journals
Healthcare
Special Issues
Emotions in Healthcare: Current and Emerging Directions
share announcement

Emotions in Healthcare: Current and Emerging Directions

A special issue of Healthcare (ISSN 2227-9032). This special issue belongs to the section "Healthcare Quality and Patient Safety".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: closed (31 December 2024) | Viewed by 12329

Special Issue Editor

Dr. Valentina Colonnello

E-Mail Website
Guest Editor
Medical and Surgical Sciences (DIMEC), University of Bologna, 40127 Bologna, Italy
Interests: theories of emotions; emotion expression and emotion recognition; patient reported outcome; patient-caregiver adjustment

Special Issue Information

Dear Colleagues,

Research studies largely converge in considering that emotions play pivotal roles in professionals’ education and practice and in patient health outcomes. However, the ongoing scientific debate is limited by the lack of exhaustive analysis and comparison of approaches to study emotions in healthcare.

This collection aims to showcase original research and review-based papers on emotions in healthcare and to highlight emerging directions. Review and empirical papers with strong methodological rigor are welcome.

We particularly invite the submission of papers that specifically address emotions in healthcare education; hospital settings; patient-reported outcomes; patient–caregiver interactions; mHealth technology and AI modeling; and healthcare prevention.

Dr. Valentina Colonnello
Guest Editor

Manuscript Submission Information

Manuscripts should be submitted online at www.mdpi.com by registering and logging in to this website. Once you are registered, click here to go to the submission form. Manuscripts can be submitted until the deadline. All submissions that pass pre-check are peer-reviewed. Accepted papers will be published continuously in the journal (as soon as accepted) and will be listed together on the special issue website. Research articles, review articles as well as short communications are invited. For planned papers, a title and short abstract (about 100 words) can be sent to the Editorial Office for announcement on this website.

Submitted manuscripts should not have been published previously, nor be under consideration for publication elsewhere (except conference proceedings papers). All manuscripts are thoroughly refereed through a single-blind peer-review process. A guide for authors and other relevant information for submission of manuscripts is available on the Instructions for Authors page. Healthcare is an international peer-reviewed open access semimonthly journal published by MDPI.

Please visit the Instructions for Authors page before submitting a manuscript. The Article Processing Charge (APC) for publication in this open access journal is 2700 CHF (Swiss Francs). Submitted papers should be well formatted and use good English. Authors may use MDPI's English editing service prior to publication or during author revisions.

Keywords

  • medical education
  • assessment
  • theories of emotions
  • health related quality of life
  • emotion regulation
  • technology
  • patient
  • caregiver
  • health
  • well-being

Benefits of Publishing in a Special Issue

  • Ease of navigation: Grouping papers by topic helps scholars navigate broad scope journals more efficiently.
  • Greater discoverability: Special Issues support the reach and impact of scientific research. Articles in Special Issues are more discoverable and cited more frequently.
  • Expansion of research network: Special Issues facilitate connections among authors, fostering scientific collaborations.
  • External promotion: Articles in Special Issues are often promoted through the journal's social media, increasing their visibility.
  • e-Book format: Special Issues with more than 10 articles can be published as dedicated e-books, ensuring wide and rapid dissemination.

Further information on MDPI's Special Issue policies can be found here.

Published Papers (4 papers)

Download All Papers
Order results
Result details
Show export options expand_more Show export options expand_less
Select all
Export citation of selected articles as:

Research

Jump to: Review, Other

17 pages, 559 KiB  
Article
Feelings of Patients Admitted to the Emergency Department
by Claire Pilet, Florentine Tandzi-Tonleu, Emmanuel Lagarde, Cédric Gil-Jardiné, Michel Galinski and Sylviane Lafont
Healthcare 2025, 13(5), 500; https://doi.org/10.3390/healthcare13050500 - 26 Feb 2025
Viewed by 458
Abstract
Background/Objectives: Very few studies describe the various feelings experienced in the emergency department (ED). Our study describes the pain, stress, and negative and positive emotions experienced by patients admitted to the ED in relation to age, gender, and reason for ED admission. [...] Read more.
Background/Objectives: Very few studies describe the various feelings experienced in the emergency department (ED). Our study describes the pain, stress, and negative and positive emotions experienced by patients admitted to the ED in relation to age, gender, and reason for ED admission. Methods: Patients admitted to the ED of seven French hospitals were surveyed as part of the randomised multicentre study SOFTER IV (n = 2846). They reported the intensity of their pain on a numerical rating scale of 0 to 10, the intensity of their stress on an equivalent scale, and their emotions on a five-point rating scale using an adapted version of the Geneva Emotion Wheel proposed by Scherer, based on eight core emotions: fear, anger, regret, sadness, relief, interest, joy, and satisfaction. Results: Patients reported an average pain rating of 4.5 (SD = 3.0) and an average stress rating of 3.4 (SD = 3.1). Forty-six percent reported at least one strong negative emotion, and the two most frequently reported were fear and sadness. Forty-seven percent of patients described feeling at least one strong positive emotion, and the two most frequently reported were interest and relief. Pain was significantly higher among female patients under 60 admitted for injury. Stress was significantly higher among female patients under 60 admitted for illness. Emotions of negative valency were significantly higher among women admitted for injury. Emotions of positive valency were significantly higher among men over 60 admitted for illness. Conclusions: Experiences of pain, stress, and emotions have a strong presence in the ED. The reporting of these feelings varies depending on age, gender, and reason for ED admission. Full article
(This article belongs to the Special Issue Emotions in Healthcare: Current and Emerging Directions)
►▼ Show Figures

Figure 1

12 pages, 585 KiB  
Article
Exploring the Influence of Family Attitudes and Individual Psychological Factors on Antibiotic Utilization: A Pilot Study
by Paola Castellano, Paolo Maria Russo and Michela Mazzetti
Healthcare 2024, 12(12), 1213; https://doi.org/10.3390/healthcare12121213 - 18 Jun 2024
Viewed by 1421
Abstract
The inappropriate use of antibiotics gives rise to detrimental consequences, both physical and emotional, with a decreased quality of life and higher levels of anxiety and depression. The current observational study aimed to investigate the association between awareness, beliefs, and behaviors toward antibiotics, [...] Read more.
The inappropriate use of antibiotics gives rise to detrimental consequences, both physical and emotional, with a decreased quality of life and higher levels of anxiety and depression. The current observational study aimed to investigate the association between awareness, beliefs, and behaviors toward antibiotics, highlighting the modulating role of individual and psychological factors in response to illness and medication. Through an online questionnaire, several psychological indexes, as well as knowledge of, attitude toward, and experiences with antibiotics, both individual and family-related, were assessed in a sample of 100 responders (74 females, mean age 33.37 ± 11.36). A positive association between intake behavior, awareness, and individual attitude emerged. Familial approach to antibiotics appears as a predictor of individual attitude and behavior toward these drugs, and awareness about antibiotic risks mediate the relationship between the tendency to be more compliant with prescriptions (R2 = 0.300; MSE = 1.541; F(2, 98) = 20.737; p < 0.0001). Moreover, individuals with a personality characterized by higher conscientiousness are more aware of antibiotic risks (p < 0.01), whereas individuals with a lower awareness are those with higher indexes of psychophysical discomfort (i.e., anxiety, perceived stress, somatization) and levels of emotional rebound (p < 0.05). Anxiety (F(3, 96) = 3.874; p = 0.012; R2 = 0.108) and somatization (F(2, 97) = 3.114; p = 0.030; R2 = 0.089) also significatively moderated the intake behavior, despite the family approach. Overall, the current study provides preliminary findings regarding the way in which family experiences and individual psychological aspects may be influencing factors in the behavior and attitude towards antibiotics and can be used to plan patient-centered therapeutic communication and education. Full article
(This article belongs to the Special Issue Emotions in Healthcare: Current and Emerging Directions)
►▼ Show Figures

Figure 1

Review

Jump to: Research, Other

16 pages, 5425 KiB  
Review
Qualitative Methodology in Translational Health Research: Current Practices and Future Directions
by Kritika Rana, Prakash Poudel and Ritesh Chimoriya
Healthcare 2023, 11(19), 2665; https://doi.org/10.3390/healthcare11192665 - 1 Oct 2023
Cited by 15 | Viewed by 8050
Abstract
Translational health research is an interdisciplinary field aimed at bridging the gap between basic science studies, preventative studies, and clinical practice to improve health-related outcomes. Qualitative research methods provide a unique perspective on the emotional, social, cultural, and contextual factors that influence health [...] Read more.
Translational health research is an interdisciplinary field aimed at bridging the gap between basic science studies, preventative studies, and clinical practice to improve health-related outcomes. Qualitative research methods provide a unique perspective on the emotional, social, cultural, and contextual factors that influence health and healthcare and thus are recognized as valuable tools for translational health research. This approach can be embedded within a mixed method design which complements the quantitative findings. This methodological paper aims to provide a comprehensive review of the fundamental concepts and methodologies used in qualitative research, emphasizing their utilization and significance in translational health research. Several approaches to qualitative research methodology are discussed in this review, including ethnography, phenomenology, grounded theory, case study, and action research. Theoretical frameworks such as the social-ecological model, intersectionality, and participatory action research are also examined to provide a structure for understanding and interpreting complex health issues. This methodological paper also reviews commonly used sampling techniques such as purposive, snowball, convenience, theoretical, and maximum variation sampling, along with data collection methods such as in-depth interviews, focus groups, observation, document analysis, and participatory methods. Moreover, data analysis techniques such as thematic analysis, grounded theory, content analysis, narrative analysis, and reflexive analysis, are discussed in the context of translational health. Overall, this review highlights the challenges and opportunities of using qualitative methods in current practice, while also discussing future directions and providing valuable guidance and insights to researchers interested in conducting qualitative research in translational health. Full article
(This article belongs to the Special Issue Emotions in Healthcare: Current and Emerging Directions)
►▼ Show Figures

Figure 1

Other

Jump to: Research, Review

17 pages, 559 KiB  
Systematic Review
Post-Donation Evaluation: Emotional Needs for Social Connection and Social Support among Living Kidney Donors—A Systematic Review
by Valentina Colonnello, Gaetano La Manna, Gabriella Cangini and Paolo Maria Russo
Healthcare 2024, 12(12), 1216; https://doi.org/10.3390/healthcare12121216 - 18 Jun 2024
Cited by 2 | Viewed by 1358
Abstract
Introduction: Evaluation of post-nephrectomy social health in living kidney donors is essential. This systematic review examines their emotional need for social relatedness post-donation. Methods: Following the PRISMA guidelines, we systematically searched Scopus, CINAHL, and PsycINFO. Results: Among the screened records, 32 quantitative and [...] Read more.
Introduction: Evaluation of post-nephrectomy social health in living kidney donors is essential. This systematic review examines their emotional need for social relatedness post-donation. Methods: Following the PRISMA guidelines, we systematically searched Scopus, CINAHL, and PsycINFO. Results: Among the screened records, 32 quantitative and 16 qualitative papers met the inclusion criteria. Quantitative research predominantly utilized questionnaires featuring generic items on social functioning. However, a minority delved into emotional and social dimensions, aligning with qualitative studies emphasizing the importance of social connection and perceived social support post-donation. Specifically, post-donation changes in connecting with others encompass a sense of belongingness, heightened autonomy, shifts in concern for the recipient’s health, and continued care by shielding the recipient from personal health issues. Social acknowledgment and social support from both close and extended networks are reported as relevant for recovery after nephrectomy. Discussion: These findings underscore the necessity for targeted measures of emotional needs and social functioning to effectively assess post-donation adjustment. They also inform the identification of key health themes for kidney donor Patient-Reported Outcome Measures (PROMs) and Patient-Reported Experience Measures (PREMs) questions. Full article
(This article belongs to the Special Issue Emotions in Healthcare: Current and Emerging Directions)
►▼ Show Figures

Figure 1

Show export options expand_more Show export options expand_less
Select all
Export citation of selected articles as:
 
Displaying articles 1-4
Back to TopTop