Isabel Miguel

Miguel, Isabel

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Isabel Miguel

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Isabel Miguel holds a Ph.D. in Social Psychology, from the University of Coimbra, Portugal. Graduate degree in Psychology, by the same University. She is currently Assistant Professor at the Department of Psychology and Education at Portucalense University (UPT), where she teaches in the fields of social psychology and developmental psychology. She is the Erasmus Coordinator for the Department of Psychology and Education, at UPT. She is an integrated member of Portucalense Psychology Institute (I2P) of Portucalense University. At present, her main research interests include social representations, social psychology of development, social contexts of aging, age attitudes and discrimination, and behavior change. She has (co-) authored publication in scientific journals, conferences proceedings and book chapter in these fields. She is a founding member of the Social Psychology Center (NPO) of the Portuguese Association of Psychology (APP). Afiliação: I2P - Instituto Portucalense de Psicologia. DPE - Departamento de Psicologia e Educação.

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CINTESIS.UPT - Centro de Investigação em Tecnologias e Serviços de Saúde

Centro de Investigação em Tecnologias e Serviços de Saúde (CINTESIS.UPT), former I2P, is an R&D unit devoted to the study of cognition and behaviour in context. With an interdisciplinary focus, namely on Education, Translational and Applied Psychology

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Public views on plastic pollution: Knowledge, perceived impacts, and pro-environmental behaviours
2021-01-28 - Soares, Joana; Venâncio, Cátia; Lopes, Isabel; Oliveira, Miguel; Miguel, Isabel
Nowadays, plastic pollution is considered an issue of global concern. This environmental problem results from human industrial and domestic activities, associated with poor management, from manufacturing processes to productsʼ end life. In this perspective, human consumption and management of daily used plastic materials can play a determinant role to control this environmental issue. Thus, understanding public perceptions about plastic pollution may be a valuable resource to engage society in solutions to reduce its environmental release. In this study, perceptions about plastic pollution, its impacts as well as sociodemographic and psychological factors predicting individuals’ pro-environmental behaviours were analysed, in the Portuguese context. Overall, results showed that there is a general knowledge that plastics degrade in the environment. The participants of the study perceived the bio-ecological impacts of plastics as a greater threat than the socioeconomic impacts. A hierarchical regression analyses revealed that sociodemographic variables and those related to knowledge and perceived impacts about plastic pollution can predict participants’ pro-environmental behaviours. Awareness about the impacts of plastic pollution (socioeconomic, health impacts and bio-ecological impacts) were highly associated to pro-environmental behaviour. This study data can help to understand how to enhance pro-environmental behaviours and contribute to decrease the presence of micro(nano)plastics in the environment.
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Perspectives on Micro(Nano)Plastics in the marine environment: biological and societal considerations
2020-11-16 - Soares, Joana; Venâncio, Cátia; Lopes, Isabel; Oliveira, Miguel; Miguel, Isabel
Marine litter is a global problem which has been negatively affecting the environment. Plastic materials are the most commonly found marine debris, with potential biological (not only for aquatic organisms but also for humans) as well as socio‐economic impacts. Considering that it is an anthropogenic problem, society could play an important role to minimize it. Although a considerable amount of research has addressed the biological effects of plastics (micro(nano)plastics) on biota, few studies have addressed how scientific information is being transmitted to the public and the potential role of citizen environmental education. The current paper discusses known effects, researched topics and how scientific knowledge is currently being transmitted to the public.
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Cidadania ativa numa sociedade envelhecida: O voluntariado sénior
2021 - Luz, Helena Reis; Miguel, Isabel
O envelhecimento demográfico constitui uma realidade incontornável das sociedades atuais, colocando às sociedades envelhecidas desafios acrescidos que interessa observar. Considerando a cidadania, as concepções capitalistas enfatizam o papel central do trabalho na definição do estatuto de cidadão, destacando a estreita relação entre participação no mercado de trabalho e inclusão social. No entanto, essa abordagem deve ser reequacionada no contexto específico da população idosa, uma vez que na reforma estes encontram vários domínios significativos de participação social para além do trabalho remunerado. Neste âmbito, o voluntariado sénior afigura-se como um meio proeminente de ativar a participação social dos idosos. O presente capítulo tem como objetivo discutir as fragilidades de uma cidadania baseada no trabalho, enfatizando o voluntariado sénior como uma abordagem de ativação e promoção da participação social dos idosos.
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Does time matter? The role of time perspective and ageism in mental health along the lifespan
2025-03-14 - Miguel, Isabel; Humboldt , Sofia von; Leal , Isabel
Time perspective is a consistent personal viewpoint which evolves with age and may influence mental health across the lifespan. This study aims to: (1) compare time perspective, perceived ageism and mental health indicators, in three age cohorts across the lifespan; (2) examine the influence of time perspective on mental health indicators (depression, anxiety, and stress); and (3) assess whether ageism serves as a moderating factor between time perspective and mental health indicators. 1311 participants from three distinct age groups (18–39, 40–59, and 60+) participated in this cross-sectional study. The following instruments were used: (a) Future Time Perspective Scale (FTPS); (b) Perceived Ageism Questionnaire (PAQ); (c) Depression, Anxiety, and Stress Scales (DASS-21); and (d) a sociodemographic, health and lifestyle questionnaire. MANOVAs and moderated regression analyses were performed on the data. Results indicated the highest levels of stress, anxiety and perceived ageism among younger and older participants. A decrease in FTP-Opportunity and an increase of FTP-Limitation, and the perception of increased positive ageism were found throughout the life cycle. FTP-Opportunity was found to negatively impact stress, anxiety, and depression, whereas FTP-Limitation showed a positive effect. Positive ageism also moderated the effects of FTP-Opportunity on anxiety and depression. This study unveils the intricate relationship between time perspective, mental health, and ageism, indicating that time perspective significantly influences mental health outcomes such as depression, anxiety, and stress. Addressing ageism emerges as a crucial component in enhancing mental health in individuals of all ages.
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Perspectives on perceived workplace age discrimination and engagement: The moderating role of emotion regulation
2024-04-22 - Miguel, Isabel; von Humboldt, Sofia; Silva, Sara; Tavares, Patrícia; Low, Gail; Leal, Isabel; Valentim, Joaquim Pires
Engaging workers with their work is fundamental for employee wellbeing and performance. Perceived age discrimination in the workplace is a factor that may influence workers’ engagement. The present study aimed to analyze the moderating role of emotion regulation in the relationship between perceived age discrimination and work engagement. Survey data were collected from a sample of 453 Portuguese workers of various age groups, between 18 and 65 years-old. Four instruments were used in this study: (a) a sociodemographic questionnaire; (b) the Workplace Age Discrimination Scale (WADS); (c) the Emotion Regulation Scale and (d) the reduced version of the Utrecht Work Engagement Scale (UWES-9). Results show that perceived workplace age discrimination negatively impacts work engagement. Further, results suggest that emotional regulation exacerbates the negative relationship between perceived age discrimination and work engagement. The progressively aging workforce is creating challenging issues to organizations, from a human resource management perspective. Age management strategies to address perceived age discrimination and work engagement are needed.
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Intergenerational climate and work engagement: The mediating role of perceived age discrimination in a sample of older workers
2024-05-13 - Gomes, Priscila; Miguel, Isabel; Hernández, Ana
Given that different generations can be found in the workplace, due to the increase of work life cycle, research regarding the impact of intergenerational climate and perceived age discrimination on work engagement is of relevance, especially among older workers, as those most impacted by age discrimination. The objective of this study was to investigate intergenerational climate and work engagement, and whether this relationship is mediated by age discrimination. The hypotheses were tested in a sample of 201 Portuguese workers with 45 or more years of age, by means of regression. Findings showed that intergenerational inclusiveness and affect, retention and intergenerational affect, and generational stereotypes are negatively related to perceived age discrimination. Furthermore, work engagement seems to only be positively impacted by intergenerational inclusiveness and affect. Age discrimination did not act as a mediator. Theoretical and practical implications to human resources management strategies in organizations are discussed.
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Knowledge, concerns and attitudes towards plastic pollution: An empirical study of public perceptions in Portugal
2023-10 - Santos, Ana; Venâncio, Cátia; Oliveira, Miguel; Miguel, Isabel
While the harmful effects of different types of plastic particles have been increasingly reported, studies on public perceptions and behaviors related to plastic pollution may be considered limited. The present study aims to assess the general public's knowledge, awareness, and concern about plastic pollution in different environmental compartments (air, water, and soil) and assess recycling behaviors. For this, a large representative sample was considered (over 1000 participants), composed of members of different genders, levels of education, and age groups. Overall, the results showed that participants were aware of plastic pollution in many environmental compartments, although they reported being more concerned about the marine and land environments than the air. Participants' levels of concern about the plastic problem were influenced by age and level of education, with older participants and those with lower educational levels attributing less importance to recycling as a means of tackling the plastic problem. Women are more likely to adopt plastic alternatives and engage in recycling practices than men. Data allowed the identification of priority sociodemographic characteristics of communities that should be targeted in education and awareness-raising activities.
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Teacher professional development in higher education: The impact of pedagogical training perceived by teachers
2023-03-15 - Miguel, Isabel; Fernandes, Sandra; Abelha, Marta; Araújo, Alexandra M.
This paper aims to analyze the impact of a pedagogical training program aimed to promote teacher professional development in a higher education institution in Portugal. Based on a mixedmethods approach, the study evaluates the satisfaction of 36 higher education teachers with the pedagogical training program offered and discusses its impact on teachers’ perceptions of teaching practices, conceptions, and professional development. The results from the questionnaires applied to participants, including multiple choice questions and open-ended answers, indicate high satisfaction with the implemented training program. Based on this case study, the authors discuss the implications of findings for teacher professional development and identify key characteristics for the design of successful pedagogical training programs in higher education.
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Is age an issue? Psychosocial differences in perceived older workers’ work (un)adaptability, effectiveness, and workplace age discrimination
2022-12-15 - Humboldt, Sofia von; Valentim, Joaquim Pires; Costa, Andrea; Low, Gail; Leal, Isabel; Miguel, Isabel
The aging population in the developed world has implied increasing age diversity in the workforce of organizations. Consequently, mutual perceptions about one’s coworkers and age discrimination are becoming increasingly important. This study aims to explore how perceptions about older workers’ work (un)adaptability, work effectiveness, and workplace age discrimination vary according to participants’ psychosocial factors, such as age group, gender, education level, and work sector. This study included a sample of 453 workers in Portugal, diverse in terms of age, gender, education level, and work sector. Four different instruments were used: (a) a sociodemographic questionnaire; (b) an older workers’ Work Adaptability scale; (c) an older workers’ Work Effectiveness Scale and; (d) the Workplace Age Discrimination Scale (WADS). Results: Middle-aged and older participants perceive older workers as more adaptable than younger participants. The oldest group of participants perceives older workers to be more workeffective and experience the highest levels of age discrimination in the workplace, when compared to the other age groups. Also, participants with lower levels of education tend to perceive higher levels of workplace age discrimination, when compared to participants with high school and higher education. Conclusions: Generational perceptions in the workplace are perceived by workers differently, hence organizations should implement age management strategies to address age discrimination, particularly due to the increasing proportion of older workers.
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Educação Social e Aprendizagem e Serviço (ApS): uma forma de educação experiencial
2020-08-04 - Sousa, Edgar; Miguel, Isabel; Fernandes, Sandra; Abelha, Marta
A Aprendizagem e Serviço (ApS) constitui uma forma de educação experiencial que combina objetivos de aprendizagem com o serviço na/com a comunidade. Este artigo apresenta uma experiência de ApS que decorreu numa IES privada, em Portugal. Os participantes no estudo são estudantes do 2ºano da Licenciatura em Educação Social. O projeto integrou três unidades curriculares: i) Planeamento, Gestão e Avaliação de Projetos Sociais; ii) Mediação Educacional; iii) Psicologia Social. A experiência ApS também envolveu um parceiro da comunidade local, onde os estudantes implementaram as suas atividades. Os resultados da avaliação da experiência, partindo do feedback recolhido junto dos estudantes, professores e membros da comunidade, revelam um balanço positivo das potencialidades desta nova abordagem educacional, destacando-se a participação e o envolvimento ativo dos estudantes, a articulação entre a teoria e a prática e o desenvolvimento de competências como o trabalho em equipa, a reflexão crítica e o compromisso social e ético.

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