Choon-Hong Tan¹, Ah-Choo Koo^1,*, Hawa Rahmat², Wei-Fern Siew³, Alexius Weng-Onn Cheang³, Elyna Amir Sharji¹

International Journal of Mental Health Promotion, Vol.25, No.1, pp. 99-126, 2023, DOI:10.32604/ijmhp.2022.025004 - 29 November 2022

Abstract The prevalence of mental health problems in both Malaysian and global workplaces has significantly increased due to the presence of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic, globalization, technology advancement in Industry 4.0, and other contributing factors. The pervasiveness of the issue poses a huge challenge to improving the occupational safety and health (OSH) of workers in various industries, especially in the digital industry. The emergence of the innovative industry is evident mainly due to the rapid development of Industry 4.0 and the relevant demands of multiple businesses in the digital transformation. Nonetheless, limited studies and academic… More > Graphic Abstract

V. P. Harshini Raji^*, P. Uma Maheswari

International Journal of Mental Health Promotion, Vol.24, No.2, pp. 189-205, 2022, DOI:10.32604/ijmhp.2022.011865 - 18 January 2022

Abstract India imposed the largest lockdown in the world in response to fight the spread of the Novel Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) from 19 March till 31 May 2020. The onset of the pandemic left the general public feeling psychosocially distressed, helpless, and anxious. The researcher developed a Messenger supported Chatbot, based on the broaden and build model, to cater to the healthy general public to promote positivity and mental well-being. 31 participants between 22 and 45 years old consensually took a pre-test, Chatbot intervention, and post-test. The Chatbot provided guided activities out of which positive affirmations, More >

Şeyma Zehra Altunkurek^*

International Journal of Mental Health Promotion, Vol.23, No.4, pp. 577-588, 2021, DOI:10.32604/IJMHP.2021.017492 - 28 October 2021

Abstract Aim: The aim of this study was to explore and describe the lived experience of 3rd-year nursing students who participated in an online wellness coaching program during the COVID-19 pandemic lockdown. Methods: This qualitative research study on an online wellness coaching program included 30 female students, aged 21 to 30 years, who were confined to their home during the COVID-19 outbreak for two months. The students were asked to describe their feelings and responses during the COVID-19 lockdown. Results: Four thematic clusters emerged in the data analysis: what the students felt during the quarantine period, what the… More >

Umar Farooq¹, Intae Ryoo², Gon Khang^1,*

CMC-Computers, Materials & Continua, Vol.66, No.1, pp. 45-57, 2021, DOI:10.32604/cmc.2020.013035 - 30 October 2020

Abstract Advances in the field of medical sciences and medical technology, and present-day challenges, such as an aging population, rising medical expenses, and lifestyle-related diseases, have collectively catalyzed a research ecosystem termed “smart wellness.” This article describes the establishment of a smart wellness service platform designed to empower individuals to create a sense of balance in their lives. Step-by-step details include service model, design, and architectural considerations. As a proof of concept, implementation details of a Health Improvement and Management Systems (HIMS) Hub, a Smart Wellness Service Platform deployed in six cities in South Korea, are More >