Letícia Lovato Dellazzana-Zanon

Bio: Letícia Lovato Dellazzana-Zanon is an academic researcher from Pontifícia Universidade Católica de Campinas. The author has contributed to research in topics: Psychology & Mental health. The author has an hindex of 7, co-authored 24 publications receiving 147 citations. Previous affiliations of Letícia Lovato Dellazzana-Zanon include Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul.

COVID-19: implicações e aplicações da Psicologia Positiva em tempos de pandemia

Abstract: Resumo A pandemia causada pela dispersao da COVID-19 no mundo obrigou muitos paises a adotarem o isolamento social como medida de contencao do virus. Pesquisas previas indicam que pessoas submetidas ao isolamento social desenvolvem sintomas psicologicos variados, principalmente relacionados ao estresse, ansiedade e depressao, decorrentes da privacao social e do confinamento. Este artigo objetiva apresentar pesquisas produzidas pela Psicologia Positiva e indicar como esses achados podem subsidiar intervencoes para a promocao de saude mental e bem-estar durante o isolamento social. Dentre os construtos descritos, destacam-se pesquisas sobre autocompaixao, resiliencia, criatividade, otimismo, esperanca, bem-estar subjetivo e praticas de meditacao mindfulness para lidar com os efeitos adversos do isolamento. Consideracoes e implicacoes dessas praticas sao discutidas em detalhes.

Findings on the relationship between Internet addiction and psychological symptoms in Brazilian adults.

Abstract: This study evaluated the prevalence of Internet addiction (IA) and its association with negative psychological symptoms in Brazilian adults. A network analysis was conducted to estimate specific variables and their expected influence on IA. In this cross-sectional study, 15,476 adults (Mage = 37.5, SD = 9.59) completed an open web-based survey. Three questionnaires were used: the Internet Addiction Test (IAT), Depression Anxiety and Stress Scale (DASS-21) and Satisfaction With Life Scale (SWLS). Based on IAT scores, participants were classified as No-Risk user (NRU), Low-Risk user (LRU) or High-Risk user (HRU). We observed that 4.8% of the participants were classified in the HRU group. In addition, their risk for severe symptoms of depression was 10 times higher and, for anxiety, seven times higher than that in the NRU group (p < .001). Time spent using smartphones was also significantly higher in the HRU group (Mhours = 5.1, p < .001). The main factors associated with IA were depression, gender and anxiety, but the variable "having children" was the most influential in the IA network. These findings suggest that psychiatric symptoms are the main factors associated with IA among the adult population.

Impacto psicológico do diagnóstico de câncer na família: um estudo de caso a partir da percepção do cuidador

Abstract: Este estudo investigou o impacto psicológico do diagnóstico de câncer em uma família e as estratégias de enfrentamento utilizadas pela mesma a partir da percepção do cuidador do paciente. Realizou-se um estudo de caso do qual participou a filha de uma paciente que recebeu o diagnóstico de câncer. Utilizou-se uma entrevista semiestruturada. Analisaram-se os dados por meio de análise de conteúdo. Observou-se que a filha que assumiu o papel de cuidadora era a familiar mais próxima da paciente e que, embora tenha assumido essa tarefa espontaneamente, houve sobrecarga. A espiritualidade já era uma prática da família e foi impulsionada em decorrência da descoberta do câncer. A psicoterapia foi fundamental ao longo do tratamento e trouxe melhoras para a vida de toda a família. Aspectos transgeracionais foram observados, na medida em que a família apresentava histórico de câncer com desfecho negativo, indicando a importância de considerar a história das gerações prévias para compreender como a família atual maneja situações de crise. Palavras-chave: câncer; família, cuidador; estratégias de enfrentamento.

A multiplicidade de papéis da mulher contemporânea e a maternidade tardia

Abstract: Women currently have taken on many roles, previously fi lled by men, which not only changed their everyday lives but also impacted their life projects. Motherhood has been impacted in important ways by this change. We investigated the multiple roles played by contemporary woman and the relation between this multiplicity of roles and late motherhood. Two instruments were used: a socio-demographic profi le and a semi-structured interview about the multiple roles of women and motherhood. We constructed three categories based on content analysis of the interviews: the multiple roles of contemporary women; refl ections on motherhood; and late motherhood’s impact on current routine. If, on one hand, women are negatively affected due to the additional workload, on the other they feel happy to have developed a career. Late motherhood is an option for women who intend to develop their careers and maintain stable relationships with their partners. However, the women also reported feelings such as fear, insecurity and ambivalence related to late motherhood.

Internal Structure of the Characters Strengths Scale in Brazil

Abstract: The investigation of strengths and virtues is in the spotlight in the field of Positive Psychology because evidence suggests that strengths can help people to cope with adversities. This study aims to evaluate the internal structure of the Characters Strengths Scale (CSS), a test based on Values in Action model, through rigorous factor retention methods. Participants were 426 Brazilian undergraduate students with age between 18 and 57 years (M = 23.29, SD = 6.67). Factor analysis indicated one factor, which explained 32% of variance, as the most appropriate solution for the 24 strengths. Unidimensionality was suggested by different factor retention methods, what does not corroborate previous international findings and indicate the necessity of additional studies with this scale in different Brazilian populations.

In a Different Voice. Psychological Theory and Women’s Development. Cambridge, MA (Harvard University Press) 1982.

Abstract: Introduction 1. Woman's Place in Man's Life Cycle 2. Images of Relationship 3. Concepts of Self and Morality 4. Crisis and Transition 5. Women's Rights and Women's Judgment 6. Visions of Maturity References Index of Study Participants General Index

The Development of the Virtue of Gratitude: Theoretical Foundations and Cross-Cultural Issues:

Abstract: The expression of gratitude by children and young adolescents in different societies is the topic of this special issue. We introduce the concept of gratitude as a virtue, explaining its differences from gratitude viewed as a positive emotion. Although most research on gratitude uses samples from Western, Educated, Industrialized, Rich, and Democratic (WEIRD) societies (primarily from the United States), we discuss the importance of studying the development of gratitude across different cultural groups. Despite the evidence to suggest that the expression of gratitude is viewed as desirable across multiple societies and historical periods, there is no reason to assume that developmental pathways found in one or other WEIRD society would be found in non-WEIRD societies or that the latter would have similar pathways. Children’s gratitude expression across countries is explored in this special issue using Baumgarten-Tramer’s (1938) paradigm as well as Kagitcibasi’s (2007) framework to address both differences and similarities across cultures.