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Awareness of Suicides among the Elderly
Mildnerová, Klára ; Taušová, Jitka (advisor) ; Kubín, Daniel (referee)
This bachelor thesis focuses on the issue of suicides among elderly, which is often overlooked and insufficiently explored. The theoretical part of the thesis defines the concept of suicidality in connection with aging and analyzes various aspects of this issue. From a historical perspective, the perception of suicide in antiquity and the Middle Age is examined, as well as the work of Tomáš Garrigue Masaryk Sebevražda hromadným jevem společenským moderní osvěty. Furthermore, the causes of suicide are analyzed, and within the prevention of suicides among elderly, the influence of media and family environment is considered, as well as the importance of crisis hotlines. The practical part of the study includes qualitative research in the form of interviews, which reflects the view of different age groups on the issue of suicides among the elderly. The research also involves the participation of a social worker, who brings an expert perspective on this issue. The aim of the thesis is to identify the causes of suicides among the elderly and propose effective preventive measures. Another implicit goal is to raise awareness of this problem, as increasing societal awareness can help reduce the number of suicides among the elderly. The result of this work include insights into suicides among the elderly,...
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Attitudes of preschool teachers and their experience with lesbian mother families
Reichertová, Karolina ; Smetáčková, Irena (advisor) ; Taušová, Jitka (referee)
This master's thesis discusses the topic of preschool teachers' experience with lesbian mother families and the topic of attitudes towards same-sex parenting. The primary aim of this thesis was to map how teachers perceive, experience and practice their professional relationship with lesbian mother families. Also, the research sought to examine whether and how teachers include family diversity issues in preschools. Theoretical chapters introduce subject of attitudes towards lesbian and gay parenting and homoparental families in preschool environments. Empirical chapters present quantitative research, whose main method was a survay questionare. The research sample consisted of 70 female teachers and 3 male teachers from preschools. Experience with lesbian families was reported by half of the research sample. The results revealed that the majority of teachers perceive their experience with lesbian families as positive and their cooperation is not associated with any major difficulties. Despite teachers' mostly positive attitudes towards same-sex parenting as well as towards cooperation with these families, the issue of homoparentality in preschools is still rather invisible. Inclusion of family diversity issues and specific activities promoting a welcoming environment for lesbian and gay families are...
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Orthorexia and self-objectified self-conception
Kostelánská, Dominika ; Klusák, Miroslav (advisor) ; Taušová, Jitka (referee)
The main aim of the study was to analyse the relationship between the phenomenon of orthorexia and self-objectification, with an emphasis on additional variables such as intuitive eating, gourmet eating, and indulgent eating. Furthermore, an analysis of the correlation between the individual dimensions of self-objectification, specifically the value of physical appearance, value of mental qualities, and value of physical fitness, was conducted. The research also focused on comparing the level of self-objectification and orthorexia across genders. Questionnaire survey was chosen as the primary method of data collection. The results suggest the existence of a relationship between orthorexic tendencies and self- objectification. Additionally, it was found that women score higher on the scale quantifying self-objectification compared to men. Orthorexia shows no association with intuitive eating or indulgent eating, but it does exhibit a weak positive correlation with gourmet eating. Self- objectification is not associated with intuitive eating but does show a relationship with indulgent eating. There was practically no relationship found between gourmet eating and self-objectification. The dimension value of physical fitness shows a positive correlation with the dimension value of mental qualities and...
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Specifics of Ballet Environment as Potentially Risk Factors for the Development of Eating Disorders: Qualitative Analysis
Šimčáková, Markéta ; Vanek, Marián (advisor) ; Taušová, Jitka (referee)
Ballet is a risk environment for the development of eating disorders. At the same time there are specific risk factors that occur only in this environment. For these factors, a statistically significant relationship with risky eating behaviour has been proven. For the vast majority of ballet dancers, these factors induce dissatisfaction with the body. The aim of this study was to expand knowledge about these factors, with an emphasis on how they may affect ballet dancers and how ballet dancers may perceive, experience and respond to these factors. Data was collected through semi-structured interviews and two questionnaires and processed by thematic analysis method. The result is a description and interpretation of the 14 factors through the experience of ballet dancers, a hierarchical categorization of specific risk factors according to how they affect ballet dancers and a thematic map integrating the emerging topics at a higher level of abstraction. Based on the data analysis, the parent "superfactor" Ballet Ideal was identified, giving meaning to all other factors. Ballet dancers who do not fulfill the Ballet Ideal may be more vulnerable and prone to developing eating disorders. The impact of the risk factor on ballet dancers who do fulfill this ideal may be greatly diminished or eliminated....
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Psychological manipulation in couple relationships
Pletichová, Eliška ; Taušová, Jitka (advisor) ; Božík, Michal (referee)
ABCTRACT This thesis deals with psychological manipulation in partner relationships. The aim of this bachelor thesis is to explore the relationship between the manipulator and his victim. The theoretical part is divided into seven chapters, while the first chapter deals with the definition of the concept of psychic manipulation and its occurrence in society. The second chapter deals with the phases of the manipulative relationship, which are divided into the phase of idealization, the phase of appropriation and the phase of identity erosion. The third chapter deals with manipulative techniques. The fourth chapter is focused on the personality profile of the manipulator, where I did not deal only with the masks which the manipulator wears in society, but I also focused on his characteristic qualities and the question whether the manipulative individual is aware of his behavior and manipulative techniques and uses them consciously in order to gain consent. The fifth chapter is focused on the profile of the victim's personality. In this chapter, I focused not only on the typical qualities that victims usually possess, but also on the questions of why it is always so difficult for the victim to leave the relationship and what makes him or her stay in the relationship despite never-ending arguments and insults....
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The identity and social interactions of nonbinary adolescents
Divišová, Nikola ; Smetáčková, Irena (advisor) ; Taušová, Jitka (referee)
The diploma thesis focuses on the identity, gender experience, and social interactions of young nonbinary people in the Czech Republic. The research aims to contribute to filling a gap in Czech scientific literature and to improve our understanding of nonbinary people's experiences, which is necessary for psychological practice with nonbinary clients. In relation to this aim, the thesis has three objectives. To understand the concept of gender and one's own gender identity among young nonbinary persons in the Czech Republic. To explore what factors play a role in the choice of a label for one's gender identity and how nonbinary persons think about different identities. As for our final goal, we set out to explore the effects of choosing a specific label on social interactions. The theoretical part of the thesis focuses on identity, nonbinary gender, language, and the social experiences of nonbinary people. As part of the empirical part, we conducted eleven interviews with non-binary people aged 18-23, which were then analysed using reflexive thematic analysis. This resulted in four themes: "I exist the way I want," "To make it easier," "It's an option," and "Relationship with masculinity and femininity." Based on our analysis, the research questions were then answered. The thesis showed that...
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Level of perceived stress and the need to use social media among students on a study abroad placement
Šafář, Vojtěch ; Lukavská, Kateřina (advisor) ; Taušová, Jitka (referee)
This study aims to investigate whether studying abroad alters levels of perceived stress, loneliness, and the need to use social networks. Standardized questionnaires and a question on average daily screentime on social media were used to determine these variables for a group of students on a study abroad program and a group of students who were studying at their home university for a given semester. T-tests showed a statistically significant difference between these groups for the length of social media screentime and the loneliness variables, while no difference was shown for the perceived stress variable. Subsequently, the linear relationships between these variables were also tested, and except for the relationship between loneliness level and daily screentime on social media, all were proven to be statistically significant by correlation tests.
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The Role of Therapist Adult Attachment Styles for the Therapeutic Alliance and Outcomes
Sládková, Johana ; Taušová, Jitka (advisor) ; Lexová, Eliška (referee)
This bachelor thesis examines the relationship between the therapist attachment, the therapeutic alliance, and treatment outcomes. The literature review section introduces the concept of attachment, specifically its theoretical framework, types, and ontogeny, especially in the context of attachment in adulthood. The next chapter focuses on attachment in psychotherapy and emphasizes the importance of the therapist's role in the psychotherapeutic process. The thesis also critically summarizes current findings regarding the association between therapist attachment, therapeutic alliance, and treatment outcomes. Last but not least, it draws attention to the limitations of previous studies and briefly mentions possible clinical implications. The research design examines the association between therapist attachment, client-rated therapeutic alliance, and client-rated therapy outcomes using the self-report measures Working Alliance Inventory - Short Revised, Outcome Questionnaire, and Relationship Questionnaire. The paper concludes by discussing the potential benefits as well as the limitations of the project. Key words: attachment; attachment in therapy; therapist's attachment; therapeutic alliance; therapeutic outcome
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Cultural orientations and Psychological Functioning among the Second-generation Vietnamese Living in the Czech Republic
Neumannová, Karolína ; Taušová, Jitka (advisor) ; Nikolai, Tomáš (referee)
The objective of this Master's thesis is to examine the psychological functioning and psychological adjustment among the second-generation Vietnamese living in the Czech Republic. Theoretical part explores relationship between cultural orientations on one side and negative and positive aspects of psychological functioning on the other side. Concrete strategies and concepts of acculturation will be described more closely, including the concept of bicultural identity. Concept of subjective well-being is also discussed in the theoretical part and the information used in the theoretical framework come mostly from the research regarding the subjective well-being and overal psychological functioning among the second-generation immigrants. The aim of the research is to explore relationship between the level of cultural orientations and the aspects of psychological functioning among the second-generation Vietnamese living in the Czech republic. The positive aspects of psychological functioning will be assessed by the questionnaire that measures life satisfaction which represent one component of subjective well- being and negative aspects of psychological functioning will be assssed by the screening tool evaluating negative psychological functioning. The research will be focused on the second generation...
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