Analyzing Cults and Saving Believers on Cults from the Perspectives of Psychology

There is cult leader who has not studied the psychology in a systematic way, but he is very good at using some psychology principles to capture a large number of believers and to make them follow him with their whole hearts. This article takes the need theory, the psychological frustration theory, the cognitive process theory and the theory of group psychological motivation as the principles, and obtaining the event in the actual struggle with the cult, the author reveals how the cult sets up the swindle with these theories and how the cult organization is developed fast and how to control cult believers and how they provide a service to themselves. The writers argue that when the cult leader crazily steals the psychological theory to deceive others and murder others and to loot money, we also should wave the psychological sword, and should use the psychological theory and methods against the cult to rescue the practitioners captured by cults, and the article also provides a strategy and method which can be a reference.

Validity,Reliability,and Measurement Invariance of the Thai Smartphone Application-Based Addiction Scale and Bergen Social Media Addiction Scale

Background:In recent years,there has been increased research interest in both smartphone addiction and social media addiction as well as the development of psychometric instruments to assess these constructs.However,there is a lack of psychometric evaluation for instruments assessing smartphone addiction and social media addiction in Thailand.The present study evaluated the psychometric properties and gender measurement invariance of the Thai version of the Smartphone Application-Based Addiction Scale(SABAS)and Bergen Social Media Addiction Scale(BSMAS).Method:A total of 801 Thai university students participated in an online survey from January 2022 to July 2022 which included demographic information,SABAS,BSMAS,and the Internet Gaming Disorder Scale-Short Form(IGDS9-SF).Results:Confirmatory Factor Analyses(CFAs)found that both the SABAS and BSMAS had a one-factor structure.Findings demonstrated adequate psychometric properties of both instruments and also supported measurement invariance across genders.Moreover,scores on the SABAS and BSMAS were correlated with scores on the IGDS9-SF.Conclusion:The results indicated that the SABAS and BSMAS are useful psychometric instruments for assessing the risk of smartphone addiction and social media addiction among Thai young adults.

Seasonal changes in Hermit Thrush (Catharus guttatus) song syntax

In many songbird species,birdsong features phonological syntax,meaning that the units within their vocal se-quences are ordered in a non-random way that adheres to a rule.While such syntactical patterns have been richly described in many species,comparatively little is known about how those patterns contribute to song achieving its important functions.For each of song’s main functions,territorial defense and mate attraction,evidence of a role for syntax is limited.One species for which syntax has been thoroughly described is the Hermit Thrush(Catharus guttatus),which presents song types from their repertoires in a semi-predictable order and,in doing so,rapidly cycle up and down the frequency spectrum.The objective of the present study was to explore the importance of song syntax in the Hermit Thrush through a within-subject examination of how measures of syntax,such as the predictability of song type order within song sequences,shift over the breeding season.We hypothesized that,if such syntactical characteristics are important to breeding behaviour,they would be most prominent at the start of the breeding season when activity associated with territory establishment and mate attraction is most intense.Analysis revealed that,as predicted,the rigidness of song type ordering within se-quences was highest at the start of the season and declined thereafter.That song type sequences were most predictable at the vitally important early part of the breeding season fit our hypothesis that this aspect of song syntax is important to song’s functions related to territory establishment and/or mate attraction.Future work will clarify whether that role relates to one of song’s two main functions or serves song transmission in some broader way.

Feasibility Study of Assist-Linked Brief Intervention for Substance Use Disorders in a Rural Community of Plateau State, Nigeria

Objective: We studied the feasibility of using Alcohol, Smoking, and Substance Involvement Screening Test (ASSIST) linked with Brief Intervention (ALBI) in treating Substance Use Disorder in Nigeria. There is a clear gap in meeting the needs for treatment and care for people with drug use disorders in Nigeria with many users reporting a self-perceived need for treatment and about 40% of them wanting to receive drug treatment but were unable to access such services. Methods: ASSIST questionnaire was used to gather baseline data, and ALBI along with Motivational Interviewing (MI) was used to intervene for 6 weeks following which ASSIST score was repeated and compared with baseline. Results: Majority of the participants were aged 21 - 30 years, mostly males with (61.3%) lacking steady jobs. Lifetime prevalence of any drug use was (88.2%). Three months prevalence was nicotine (72.0%), alcohol (66.7%), cannabis (47.3%), opioids (11.8%) among others. The ASSIST scores were mostly on the severe ranges. ASSIST result after six weeks showed marked reduction. The Mean Difference (MD) in the ASSIST scores after intervention was significant for tobacco, opioids, alcohol, and cannabis. The Cohen’s D effect size was large for tobacco (1.08), alcohol (0.92) and cannabis (0.73) but low for other substances. Conclusion: ALBI along with MI was helpful in combating the menace of substance use.

Instruments Assessing Problematic Use of the Internet and Their Associations with Psychological Distress among Ghanaian University Students

Background:The present study evaluated the psychometric properties of Problematic Internet Use(PIU)instruments and their correlation with psychological distress and time spent on Internet activities among university students in Ghana.Methods:In the present cross-sectional survey design study,520 participants(35.96% female)were recruited with a mean age of 19.55 years(SD=1.94)from several university departments(i.e.,Behavioral Sciences,Materials Engineering,Nursing and Midwifery,and Biochemistry and Biotechnology)of Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology(KNUST)between 19 July and 04 August,2023.Participants completed a survey that included the following measures:the Gaming Disorder Test(GDT),Gaming Disorder Scale for Adolescents(GADIS-A),Internet Gaming Disorder Scale-Short Form(IGDS9-SF),Bergen Social Media Addiction Scale(BSMAS),Smartphone Application Based Addiction Scale(SABAS),Nomophobia Questionnaire(NMP-Q),and the external criterion measure:Depression Anxiety Stress Scale-21(DASS-21).Confirmatory factor analysis(CFA)was carried out to evaluate the structure of the instruments.Cronbach’s α,McDonald’s ω,and composite reliability were used to evaluate internal consistency.Pearson correlation was used to examine the associations between the scores of instruments assessing PIU,time spent on Internet activities,and the level of psychological distress.Results:Model fits confirmed the(i)unidimensional structure of the GDT,BSMAS,SABAS,IGDS9-SF,(ii)two-factor structure of the GADIS-A,and(iii)four-factor structure of the NMP-Q.Additionally,the study found that different types of PIU were significantly associated with psychological distress and time spent on related Internet activities.Conclusion:The six instruments validated in the present study demonstrated very good to excellent psychometric properties when applied to university students in Ghana.The significant associations between Internet-related disorders,time spent on Internet-related activities,and psychological distress highlight the importance of addressing issues of PIU among this population.

Faith and Belief in Autism in Cote d’Ivoire: About Judith, God’s Strange Gift

Faced with autism, motherhood and parenthood are turned upside down in many ways. Coping with stress and mental health problems, continuing to assume a rewarding parental role and finding suitable care are the trials and tribulations that mark out the journey of African parents. Faith and belief have been described as providing meaning and coping mechanisms in the frightening ordeal of disability. An encounter with a young girl and her parents provided an opportunity to analyse the mother’s experience and the impact of beliefs and discourses on her commitment to care. Based on this clinical story, we discuss the place of other-actors (parents and carers) and the Other-God in relation to the psychopathological dynamics of the mother.

Integrative Therapy for Insomnia: A Pilot Study to Test an Extended CBT-I Program

Research background and Objectives: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) is recognized as the preferred non-pharmaceutical treatment for Insomnia. This pilot study aims to test the efficacy of an extended version of CBT-I called Integrative Therapy for Insomnia (IT-I). The traditional CBT-I is complemented with exercises that are expected to enhance relearning to sleep by providing different stimuli, and access options for the retrieval and application of the acquired information, cognition, and skills. Method: The efficacy of the IT-I is measured by comparing the participants’ scores on the Insomnia Severity Index at baseline and post-treatment. In total 29 people, with a wide range of ages, participated in the 8 sessions’ treatment of one hour 45 minutes per session, in mixed groups of age, gender, and primary or comorbid insomnia. Results: Comparing the ISI baseline and post-treatment scores, results show a mean improvement of 7.2 points and a p r = −0.43. Conclusions: The integration of exercises that generate sensory-motor stimuli, and address the mirror neuron system fitting with the Mental Contrasting as a metacognitive strategy seems to facilitate re-learning to sleep in cases of primary insomnia as well as for comorbid insomnia. Further studies will be needed to arrive at more firm conclusions.

Tendency to Avoid Physical Activity and Sport:Associations with Weight Stigma,and Psychological Distress in a Two-Wave Longitudinal Study

Background:Physical inactivity is a major public health problem worldwide that results in physical and mental health problems.One major issue for physical inactivity is weight stigma(WS),especially perceived WS,which could lead to a tendency to avoid physical activity(PA).To better understand the association between perceived WS and PA,knowledge of the likely mediators in this association such as weight bias internalization(WBI)and psychological distress were investigated in the present study.Methods:Using a two-wave longitudinal study and convenient sampling,388 Taiwan residents participants(55%females;mean age=29.7 years[SD±6.3])completed two surveys six months apart.Body mass index(BMI),Perceived Weight Stigma Scale(PWSS),Weight Bias Internalization Scale(WBIS),Depression,Anxiety,Stress Scale(DASS-21),and Tendency to Avoid Physical Activity and Sport Scale(TAPAS)were assessed.Results:A mediation model controlling for age,gender,and BMI with 5000 bootstrapping resamples was performed.Perceived WS exerted significant direct effects on WBI(β=0.25;p<0.001),psychological distress(β=0.15;p=0.003),and tendency to avoid PA(β=0.10;p=0.027);WBI exerted a significant direct effect on tendency to avoid PA(β=0.47;p<0.001).Standardized indirect effects of WBI and psychological distress on the association between perceived WS and tendency to avoid PA were 0.12 and 0.01,respectively.Conclusion:Given the direct association of perceived WS on the tendency to avoid PA and the mediating role of WBI in this association,interventions addressing perceived WS and WBI may contribute to promoting PA.Therefore,health interventionists(both when planning and executing PA programs)need to consider weight stigmawhen encouraging physical activity.

薪酬预期与选择：基于三参照点理论的验证与探讨

两项实验研究对新近提出的风险决策的三参照点(TRP)理论进行了验证。实验就大学生对就业的薪酬制度的偏好和选择对三参照点理论的独特推断进行了检验。三参照点理论强调决策参照点对预期结果分布的界定作用。人们在决策时不仅会考虑现状(SQ)还会考虑最低要求(MR)和目标(G)。MR,SQ和G三个参照点把结果空间分成了四个功能区域:成功、获益、损失和失败。根据三参照点理论,参照点的心理效应为MR>G>SQ。当预期结果的平均值低于MR(或者G)的时候,人们会偏好风险高的选择以增加达到或者超过参照点的可能性;而当预期结果的平均值高于MR(或者G)的时候,人们会偏好风险低的选择以减少低于MR(或者G)的可能性。实验1中,根据预先测定的大学生群体对第一份工资的最低要求,准确地预测了参与者在高稳定型、高弹性型和中间型三种工资类型的风险偏好和取舍。实验2进一步探讨了MR和G之间的权衡:实验发现当弹性型工资的浮动范围双向超出MR和G(而不是双向非临界)时,人们会优先考虑MR从而使超过G的可能性的吸引力相对降低;而不会为了追求达到G而忽略低于MR的风险。

视觉反馈增益对力量输出影响的行为学研究

视觉反馈对运动功能执行的准确性有重要作用,而视觉反馈增益、反馈延迟时间及反馈频率都会影响运动功能的输出。通过测试不同增益的视觉反馈刺激对握力输出的影响,从行为学上研究视觉反馈增益在运动功能执行中的调节作用。作者设计了变化速度快慢不同的两种力量跟踪任务,在高低不同的两种视觉反馈增益下测定12个受试者力量输出的出错率和偏差两个参数。统计分析表明,视觉反馈增益对力量输出有显著影响;对同样的力量变化速度,视觉反馈增益提高使力量输出的调节作用增强。实验结果提示,视觉反馈增益变化会引起不同皮层区域参与运动功能的执行。

基于单片机的MRI仿真脉冲发生器的设计

在功能磁共振实验设计中,需要利用脉冲发生器模拟磁共振设备的扫描脉冲以实现精确的时间控制。本文提出了一种基于单片机PIC16F877的MRI仿真低频脉冲发生器设计方案,用于需要精准时序的功能磁共振实验设计。本装置的核心部分是单片机PIC16F877,通过单片机的软件来产生不同频率和占空比的脉冲波。通过选择开关来实现脉冲周期和占空比的调节;同时用数码管LED显示脉冲的相应周期。由此装置得到的脉冲幅度为5V,可调周期范围是0.5s^8.0s,精度为0.1s。占空比有20%、30%、40%、50%4种可调。这种MRI仿真脉冲发生器使用简单方便,产生的低频脉冲精度高并且稳定性好,能很好的模拟功能磁共振实验中需要的脉冲信号。

如何用行为经济学应对不确定性:拓展有效助推的范围

本文提出了决策中不确定性的五种类型及其行为学和心理学的应对机制:用简捷启发式替代加权求和应对信息不确定性,用直觉应对认知不确定性,用价值观预测选择偏好应对行为不确定性,用决策参照点的权重替代概率应对结果不确定性,用时间换时间以降低延迟折扣应对未来不确定性。新行为经济学应当通过"为什么"的功能性分析,找到行为助推的心理杠杆。化解不确定性本身就是一种有效的行为助推;化繁为简是行为助推的关键所在。

The Level of Nesfatin-1 in a Mouse Gastric Cancer Model and Its Role in Gastric Cancer Comorbid with Depression

背景:癌症患者伴有抑郁症状的发生率较高,而抑郁情绪又会通过神经-内分泌-免疫网络系统来影响癌症的发生、发展及转归。目的 :探讨小鼠胃癌模型血浆及脑组织中Nesfatin-1水平及其在胃癌共病抑郁发病中的作用机制。方法 :将18只615小鼠随机分为正常对照组(NCG)、胃癌不合并应激抑郁模型组(GCNS)、胃癌合并应激抑郁模型组(GCS)。GCNS组小鼠饲养5周后于皮下接种小鼠前胃癌细胞(MFC)建立皮下移植瘤模型,GCS组给以5周慢性不可预见应激(CUMS)后,皮下接种MFC建立皮下移植瘤模型1周。用旷场实验、蔗糖偏好试验、强迫游泳试验(FST)评价小鼠的行为。分别用酶联免疫吸附法(ELISA)及Western Blot技术来检测血浆及脑组织中Nesfatin-1浓度。结果 :GCS组体重增量加显著低于GCNS组(t=-3.39,p<0.001)、且GCS、GCNS两组均低于NCG组(t=-6.33,p<0.001;t=-2.94,p=0.01);旷场试验中GCS组水平移动距离小于GCNS组(t=-2.50,p=0.025),且GCS、GCNS两组二者均小于NCG组(t=-5.87,p<0.001;t=-3.38,p=0.004);GCS组不动时间长于GCNS组与NCG组(t=2.56,p=0.022;t=3.84,p=0.002)。中脑、海马及血浆Nesfatin-1水平NCG组与GCS组均显著高于GCNS组,且而GCS组Nesfatin-1浓度显著高于正常对照组,结果均有统计学意义。结论:胃癌不合并应激抑郁小鼠脑组织及血浆Nesfatin-1水平降低,CUMS应激可以引起胃癌小鼠的抑郁样行为,且可以升高脑组织及血浆Nesfatin-1水平,因此Nesfatin-1可能与胃癌及胃癌相关应激抑郁的发病有关。

Inter-relationships between isotretinoin treatment and psychiatric disorders: Depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, psychosis and suicide risks

Isotretinoin(Accutane) is a treatment for severe acne that is resistant to other forms of treatment, including antibiotics and topical treatments. The prescription of this drug has been controversial ever since its initial marketing in 1982. It is the only non-psychotropic drug in the Food and Drug Administration top 10 drugs found to be associated with depression. Recently, Bremner et al published an extensive review(until 2010) of the evidence for the association of retinoic acid(RA) with depression and suicide. Some patients who are admitted in psychiatric hospitals report a history of present or past treatment with isotretinoin. Then, the imputability of the molecule in the occurrence of disorders represents necessarily an important question for both professionals and their patients. This paper aims to specify the links between the drug and specific psychiatric disorders. A review of the literature related to isotretinoin, RA, vitamin A, depression, suicide, anxiety, bipolar disorder, psychosis, schizophrenia was performed. Many studies demonstrated an increased risk of depression, attempted suicide and suicide following isotretinoin treatment. However, isotretinoin may have an antidepressant impact, according to some dermatological papers. They consider treating acne with this efficient treatment could improve selfimage and make the patient feel better. Several studies showed that patients with bipolar disorder had an increased risk for a clinical exacerbation of symptoms undergoing treatment with isotretinoin. A few studies also seem to suggest a possible link between isotretinoin and psychosis. Nonetheless, studies point out a link between retinoid dysregulation and schizophrenia through modulation of dopamine receptors. From this review, we propose guidelines for isotretinoin prescription to healthcare professionals.

意外伤骨科住院患者急性焦虑抑郁影响因素调查（英文）

背景:意外伤害事件易致受伤者产生强烈的情绪反应。国内对此类心理状况变化越来越重视,但针对该人群情绪反应的调查不足。综合医院骨科病房存在大量意外伤患者,目前缺少针对该人群情绪反应调查。目的:探讨意外伤骨科住院患者急性焦虑抑郁表现及影响因素。方法:对323例意外伤骨科住院患者进行创伤严重度评分(Injury Severity Score,ISS)、汉密尔顿焦虑量表(Hamilton anxiety scale,HAMA)、汉密尔顿抑郁量表(Hamilton depression scale,HAMD)评估。结果:本调查共入组患者323例,其中男性213例,女性110例,平均年龄44.32(13.17)岁;住院时间2-40天,平均住院时间11.09(5.64)天。轻度创伤299人,中度创伤20人,重度创伤4人。ISS评分1-38分,平均8.09(4.86)分。HAMA量表报告人数最多的前3位症状分别为睡眠障碍、胃肠道症状和焦虑心境;HAMD量表报告人数最多的前三位症状为睡眠障碍、抑郁情绪和精神性焦虑。非条件Logistic回归分析显示女性(焦虑:OR=2.738,95%CI=1.511-4.962;抑郁:OR=2.622,95%CI=1.504-4.570)、住院时间长(焦虑:OR=1.091,95%CI=1.040-1.145;抑郁:OR=1.093,95%CI=1.044-1.144)为骨科意外伤患者发生焦虑抑郁的危险因素。结论:意外伤骨科住院患者急性焦虑抑郁症状集中在睡眠紊乱、胃肠道症状和焦虑抑郁情绪,女性患者对于意外伤的情绪反应较男性更强烈,焦虑抑郁症状持续存在与患者住院时间长相关,提示需要对意外伤骨科住院患者进行早期心理评估及干预。

有关行为研究方法学的六点思考

本文提供作者的研究经验和反思,就行为研究方法学的多样性和互补性,统计方法与实验想法的权衡,信-效度的关系,被试与测试者期望效应对数据的污染,避免方法学和统计检验的规定成为束缚研究的新八股,以及理论与实证的互动进行了探讨。

Transcranial magnetic stimulation-induced finger force changes under various finger coordination patterns and target finger force phases

BACKGROUND： The detection of motor evoked potential is utilized to explore neuromuscular finger coordination. The influence of transcranial magnetic stimulation on finger force has been investigated mainly on a single finger, and only time-dependent increased target finger force has been detected in the finger force task. OBJECTIVE： To explore the neural mechanism of finger force coordination in the motor cortex by observing the influence of various finger coordination patterns and patterns of transcranial magnetic stimulation （TMS）-induced finger force changes. DESIGN, TIME AND SETTING： Neurophysiological and behavioral study was performed at the Biomedical Engineering Laboratory of Chongqing University from April to June 2008. PARTICIPANTS： A total of 10 healthy, university students, comprising 5 males and 5 females, aged 21-23 years, voluntarily participated in this study. All participants were right-handed, with normal or corrected vision. Individuals with upper limb complaints or other musculoskeletal disorders were excluded. METHODS： A target force-tracking task was conducted on the index finger, the index and middle fingers, and four fingers （index, middle, ring, and little）, respectively. Target force trace in a single trial consisted of a 6-second ramp phase, a 20-second constant phase, and a 6-second drop phase. During experimentation, an unpredictable single-pulse TMS （120% motor threshold） was applied to the primary motor cortex （M1） in each phase. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES： Changes in peak force induced by TMS were obtained for each finger pattern during each force-tracking phase. Differences in force changes were tested between different finger pattems with regard to ramp, constant, and drop phases of target force. RESULTS： Under ramp, constant, and drop phases of target force, the increase in magnetic stimulation-induced finger forces changes positively correlated with the number of fingers involved in the force tracking task. The magnetic stimulation-induced force changes from the index finger were less than the combination of the index and middle fingers or all four fingers under the corresponding target force, and the force changes from the combination of the index and middle fingers were less than all four fingers, Le., index finger 〈 index and middle fingers 〈 four fingers. CONCLUSION： Different neuromuscular mechanisms could be involved in finger force production for different finger combination patterns. Results from the present study suggested that independent motor neurons regulated individual finger force production.

Mental health impact of the Middle East respiratory syndrome,SARS,and COVID-19:A comparative systematic review and metaanalysis

BACKGROUND Over the last few decades,3 pathogenic pandemics have impacted the global population;severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus(SARS-CoV),Middle East respiratory syndrome coronavirus(MERS-CoV)and SARS-CoV-2.The global disease burden has attributed to millions of deaths and morbidities,with the majority being attributed to SARS-CoV-2.As such,the evaluation of the mental health(MH)impact across healthcare professionals(HCPs),patients and the general public would be an important facet to evaluate to better understand short,medium and long-term exposures.AIM To identify and report:(1)MH conditions commonly observed across all 3 pandemics;(2)Impact of MH outcomes across HCPs,patients and the general public associated with all 3 pandemics;and(3)The prevalence of the MH impact and clinical epidemiological significance.METHODS A systematic methodology was developed and published on PROSPERO(CRD42021228697).The databases PubMed,EMBASE,ScienceDirect and the Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials were used as part of the data extraction process,and publications from January 1,1990 to August 1,2021 were searched.MeSH terms and keywords used included Mood disorders,PTSD,Anxiety,Depression,Psychological stress,Psychosis,Bipolar,Mental Health,Unipolar,Self-harm,BAME,Psychiatry disorders and Psychological distress.The terms were expanded with a‘snowballing’method.Cox-regression and the Monte-Carlo simulation method was used in addition to I2 and Egger’s tests to determine heterogeneity and publication bias.RESULTS In comparison to MERS and SARS-CoV,it is evident SAR-CoV-2 has an ongoing MH impact,with emphasis on depression,anxiety and post-traumatic stress disorder.CONCLUSION It was evident MH studies during MERS and SARS-CoV was limited in comparison to SARS-CoV-2,with much emphasis on reporting symptoms of depression,anxiety,stress and sleep disturbances.The lack of comprehensive studies conducted during previous pandemics have introduced limitations to the“know-how”for clinicians and researchers to better support patients and deliver care with limited healthcare resources.

Assessing anxiety,depression,and stress among inpatients with cancer

Objective This study aimed to assess anxiety,depression,and stress among inpatients with cancer.Methods Two hundred thirty-five hospitalized patients with cancer were surveyed with the Depression Anxiety Stress Scales(simplified Chinese Version).The software program SPSS 25.0 was used for statistical analysis of the survey data.Results The average scores of depression,anxiety,and stress of inpatients with cancer were 12.17,11.84,and 13.98 respectively,which were higher than the normal range.The scores of anxiety and stress of inpatients with different caregivers were statistically different(P=0.024/0.036).The anxiety and stress scores of inpatients with spouses as caregivers were higher than those of inpatients with children as caregivers.There was a statistically significant difference in the incidence of stress between inpatients with cancer with religious beliefs and inpatients with cancer without religious beliefs(P=0.026),and those with religious beliefs had greater incidence of stress.The score of anxiety was significantly higher for inpatients with children than for inpatients without children(P=0.040).Conclusion The anxiety,depression,and stress levels of inpatients with cancer are relatively high.It is necessary to pay special attention to the psychological status of these patients during clinical diagnosis and treatment to improve their quality of life.

The Role of Well-Being, Spirituality, and Religiosity for Successful Aging in Late Life: A Brief Review

Much research has highlighted the aging process as a global, multi-faceted issue, focusing on modifiable factors that can improve physical health and psychosocial well-being in late life. This is particularly true for both developed and developing countries, which are likely to face long-term issues in health and psychosocial care as the aging of their population increases. Within the theoretical framework of successful aging and developmental psychology, this paper aims to review recent advances in our knowledge of middle and late-life well-being in order to better understand the role of well-being and spirituality/religiosity across adulthood. The results of the selected studies allow us to conclude that subjective, hedonic, and eudemonic well-being and religious practices are significant determinants shaping the overall psychological well-being, life satisfaction, and social functioning of the older population. Limitations and implications of the study will also be discussed.