A presente pesquisa teve como objetivo principal compreender e explicar o desenvolvimento musical dos bebês tendo em vista as suas relações interpessoais no contexto do projeto Música para Bebês. Os dados foram coletados nos encontros de um grupo de bebês (até 2 anos) e seus acompanhantes no projeto de Extensão do Departamento de Música do Instituto de Artes da UFRGS entre março de 2004 e novembro de 2005. Os encontros foram registrados em fitas VHS e, durante a análise, organizados em um protocolo descritivo intitulado Descrição dos Dados de Vídeo (DDV). O referencial teórico utilizado fundamentou-se na educação, na educação musical, na psicologia e na medicina incluindo autores como Piaget (1987), Beyer (1994), Barceló (2003), Stern (1992), Klaus e Klaus (1989), Klaus e Kennel (1992). A pesquisa foi desenvolvida segundo uma abordagem qualitativa e o método utilizado foi de observação longitudinal. A análise dos dados confirmou a hipótese de que o desenvolvimento musical está vinculado às relações interpessoais do bebê e apontou para a importância do processo no seu desenvolvimento musical, ou seja, da promoção de vivências musicais para os bebês. Conforme os dados, o projeto Música para Bebês mostrou-se um espaço no qual tanto os bebês quanto os adultos podem desenvolver as relações interpessoais e as vivências musicais. / The present study aimed mainly at understanding and explaining the musical development of babies considering their interpersonal relationships in the context of the project ‘Music for Babies’. The data were collected during meetings of a group of babies (up to 2 years old) and their companions in the Music Department extension project of UFRGS Institute of Arts between March 2004 and November 2005. The meetings were taped on VHS and were organized in a descriptive protocol, during the analysis, entitled ‘Description of Video Data’ (DDV). The theoretical reference used here was based on education, on musical education, on Psychology and on Medicine including authors such as Piaget (1987), Beyer (1994), Barceló (2003), Stern (1992), Klaus and Klaus (1989), Klaus and Kennel (1992). The research was developed following a qualitative approach and a longitudinal observation method. The analysis of the data confirmed the hypothesis that the musical development is connected to the baby’s interpersonal relationships and it pointed out the importance of the process in his/her musical development, which is, the promotion of musical experiences for babies. According to the data, the project ‘Music for Babies’ showed to be a space in which both babies and adults can develop their interpersonal relationships and their musical experiences.

A large majority of the people throughout the world own a smartphone and access social media on a daily basis. Because of this digital attachment, the author sought to understand to what extent this use has impacted the users' emotional well-being and offline interpersonal relationships. A sample size of 627 participants completed a mixed-methods survey consisting of Likert scale and short answer questions regarding social media use, emotional well-being and interpersonal relationships. Results revealed that the more time an individual spent on social media the more likely they were to experience a negative impact on their overall emotional well-being and decreased quality in their relationships. Emotional well-being also mediated the relationship between time spent using social media and the quality of that user's relationships, meaning that the more time a person spent on social media the more likely their emotional well-being declined which then negatively impacted their relationships. The top three responses for negative effects of social media use on emotions were frustration, depression, and social comparison. The top three responses for negative effects of social media use on interpersonal relationships were distraction, irritation, and decreased quality time with their significant other in offline settings. An analysis of these, and other, results, along with relative implications, are discussed.

This study makes an important academic contribution by adding a new dimension to the existing scholarly literature on the acculturative processes of immigrants through its findings from an investigation into ethnic minority migrant Chinese Chinese’s acculturation experiences in relation to workplace interpersonal conflict in New Zealand. The literature reviewed illustrates the complexities of the acculturation process for immigrants and is of prime importance and relevance to this study. The literature provides an informed academic foundation that aligns with the subject matter under study. The focus of this study is on the acculturation process experienced by ethnic minority migrant Chinese in New Zealand as they strive to adapt to various aspects of their new surroundings. The study inquires into whether the length of acculturation has an influence on ethnic minority migrant Chinese’s handling of workplace interpersonal conflict in the New Zealand. The researcher’s interest in conducting this study arises from her own personal acculturation and workplace interpersonal conflict experiences as an ethnic minority migrant Chinese. A phenomenological interpretive research methodology was adopted for this study. One-on-one indepth interviews of 25 ethnic minority migrant Chinese from China (Mainland), Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, Taiwan, and Vietnam provided primary data on the individual migrant’s experience and perspective on acculturation and workplace interpersonal conflict in New Zealand. The findings from the 25 ethnic minority migrant Chinese interviewed reveal the complexities and difficulties in the acculturation process, as they attempt to adapt to various aspects of their new environment. The adaptive strategies used almost certainly mean that the immigrants will have to make changes in their thinking, attitude, speech, and social conduct. There is a particular emphasis on the study of intercultural dynamics at play in the face of workplace interpersonal conflict between immigrants and members of the host society. The acculturation process is made more difficult for migrants who have negative workplace encounters in their intercultural interactions resulting in misunderstandings and conflict. The findings also reveal the migrants’ response mechanisms, particularly in learning to be more assertive. This study found that the cultural orientations of the ethnic migrant Chinese are such that for many, this concept (assertiveness) has to be learned since it runs counter to their educational, cultural tradition, and familial upbringing. The principles of Confucianism are deeply rooted, such as respect for authority and an emphasis on ‘giving-face’ to others and preserving social harmony. From this study’s findings, there is empirical evidence that Confucian principles are deeply entrenched in the ethnic minority migrant Chinese’ psyche irrespective of which country of origin they come from. In addition, the findings show that the acculturation experiences are unique to the individual migrant, depending on the person’s previous exposure to a foreign environment, language proficiency and personality. This study shows that the acculturation process experienced by these migrants was a period of personal growth and development, acquiring self-confidence, self-rationalisation, changes, and adjustments. Also, the findings reveal that while the length of residence in the host country is a significant factor for these migrants, other factors are significant as well, such as acquiring a certain level of language proficiency and increasing self-confidence.

In 2004 as many as 25% of teachers in Sweden, Denmark, and England were willing to leave their profession immediately; in the United States much effort has been invested in studying why teachers leave the profession. In this paper, four teachers who left the profession were interviewed from within the life-story tradition. In the narratives, which were rendered in a poetic style during the analysis, colleagues were mentioned both positively and negatively. The theme of having colleagues, and especially trust or mistrust between colleagues, was thus explored. The existence or non-existence of lateral trust between teachers can be connected both to school development and to student learning outcomes.

Att lyckas som platschef i anläggningsbranschen Eva Karlsmyr  Bygg- och anläggningsnäringen brottas med lägre produktivitets­utveckling än andra industribranscher och utveckling av ledarskapet ses ofta som en väg framåt. Kunskap saknas dock om vad effektivt ledarskap i denna specifika kontext är. Denna studie avser bidra med sådan kunskap genom att i en tematisk analys med kvalitativ ansats studera ledarskap ur effektiva platschefers perspektiv i ett svenskt rikstäckande anläggnings­företag. Utifrån menings­koncent­rering av sju intervjuade plats­chefers berättelser har gemensamma aspekter av ledarskapet identi­fierats som respondenterna upplever avgörande för att lyckas i rollen. Studien har även undersökt hur dessa platschefer behöver påverkas av andra för att kunna utöva ett effektivt ledarskap. Analysen resulterade i sex aspekter avseende ledar­beteenden och tre aspekter avseende påverkan från andra som samtliga respon­denter nämnde. Dessa nio teman tolkades som avgörande för ett effektivt ledarskap i organisationen och ansågs ha relation till tre över­gripande teman, intresse för människor, kommu­nikation och relationer. Identifierade teman kunde också på ett tydligt sätt knytas till organisa­tionens ledarmodell och till trans­formativa ledarbeteenden. Studien bidrar därmed med kunskap om effektivt ledarskap, med betydelse för organisationens arbete med att rekrytera, utveckla och behålla denna kärn­kompetens i verksamheten samt förståelse för transformativa ledar­beteendens inverkan på ledarskapets effektivitet i bygg- och anläggnings­branschen. Keywords: Leadership, Transformational leadership, Interpersonal relationships, Interpersonal communication, Construction industry / To Succeed as a Site Manager in the Construction Industry Eva Karlsmyr The construction industry has a long history of lower productivity than other industries, and leadership is generally seen as one important path to improve efficiency. However, the knowledge of leadership in this context is modest at best. This study’s aim is to contribute to the field of research through a thematic analysis with a quality focused approach towards leadership challenges from a site manager’s perspective. For the purpose of identifying commonalities in management success, seven site managers of a nationwide Swedish construction company have given their views on the factors that improve their leadership efficacy. The result of the study focuses on six aspects concerning leadership behavior and three aspects concerning input from others. The nine aspects of leadership that are the focus of this paper have in common the themes of interest in a people-focused approach, interpersonal communication and interpersonal relationships. These themes for successful leadership imply a clear relationship with the company’s overall leadership policy and newer theories of transformational leadership. The study contributes to the body of research on transformational leadership in the construction industry and improves the strategic knowledge on how to recruit, develop and retain personnel with core competence in the organization. Keywords: Leadership, Transformational leadership, Interpersonal relationships, Interpersonal communication, Construction industry

This study aimed to determine what the effect of participation in a Tomatis Programme (TP) would be on the psychological well-being and communication ability of a 14 year old, white adolescent boy with Asperger Disorder (AD). A mixed method design in the form of a single casestudy was used. Qualitative data were obtained via semi-s!mctured interviews, spontaneous sketches and observation. Quantitative data were gathered by means of projective drawings and the Profile of Mood States (POMS). Seven main categories with twenty-one sub-categories emerged eom the qualitative data, and were supported by the quantitative data. Results indicated improvement in Interpersonal Communication and all six domains of psychological well-being as defined by RyfT (1995) with most significant areas being: Environmental Mastery, Personal Growth, Autonomy and Positive Relations. The Tomatis Method (TM) proved to be a successful form of treatment to enhance psychological well-being and interpersonal communication skills in an AD patient More effective communication and better family relationships can be achieved and therefore youth with AD can be empowered to adjust their behaviour accordingly. The TM prepared the participant for a next phase in therapy where he specifically can focus on more effective social skills with peers. Further research involving more participants and a control group is needed. / Thesis (M.A. (Clinical Psychology))--North-West University, Potchefstroom Campus, 2005.

Topicality of the research. The situation when teams of almost the same qualifications and potential differ in sports results is frequent; therefore, interpersonal relationships are an important research problem in sport (Meidus, 2005). Good team results depend on different internal and external factors which are evident in the quality of interpersonal relationships; therefore, it is essential to systematically examine the problems of interpersonal relationships in sport (Aleksandravičiūtė, 2003). In every relationship conflicts and disagreements occur; however, not conflicts themselves but inability to solve them constructively can destroy these relationships (Miškinis, 1998). The teams that appear to be unable to solve the conflicts effectively most often face the difficulties in maintaining positive interpersonal relationships (Canary et al., 1995) and in solving problems (Hall, 1986). Objective of the research – behavior tendencies among adolescent basketball players as a representation of interpersonal relationships and ways of solving conflicts in a sports team. Aim of the research – to define behavior tendencies among adolescent basketball players as a representation of interpersonal relationships and ways of solving conflicts in a sports team. Tasks of the research: 1. To define the prevailing behavior tendencies among adolescent basketball players as a representation of interpersonal relationships in a sports team and to compare them on the basis of sex... [to full text]

This study aimed to determine what the effect of participation in a Tomatis Programme (TP) would be on the psychological well-being and communication ability of a 14 year old, white adolescent boy with Asperger Disorder (AD). A mixed method design in the form of a single casestudy was used. Qualitative data were obtained via semi-s!mctured interviews, spontaneous sketches and observation. Quantitative data were gathered by means of projective drawings and the Profile of Mood States (POMS). Seven main categories with twenty-one sub-categories emerged eom the qualitative data, and were supported by the quantitative data. Results indicated improvement in Interpersonal Communication and all six domains of psychological well-being as defined by RyfT (1995) with most significant areas being: Environmental Mastery, Personal Growth, Autonomy and Positive Relations. The Tomatis Method (TM) proved to be a successful form of treatment to enhance psychological well-being and interpersonal communication skills in an AD patient More effective communication and better family relationships can be achieved and therefore youth with AD can be empowered to adjust their behaviour accordingly. The TM prepared the participant for a next phase in therapy where he specifically can focus on more effective social skills with peers. Further research involving more participants and a control group is needed. / Thesis (M.A. (Clinical Psychology))--North-West University, Potchefstroom Campus, 2005.

This study makes an important academic contribution by adding a new dimension to the existing scholarly literature on the acculturative processes of immigrants through its findings from an investigation into ethnic minority migrant Chinese Chinese’s acculturation experiences in relation to workplace interpersonal conflict in New Zealand. The literature reviewed illustrates the complexities of the acculturation process for immigrants and is of prime importance and relevance to this study. The literature provides an informed academic foundation that aligns with the subject matter under study. The focus of this study is on the acculturation process experienced by ethnic minority migrant Chinese in New Zealand as they strive to adapt to various aspects of their new surroundings. The study inquires into whether the length of acculturation has an influence on ethnic minority migrant Chinese’s handling of workplace interpersonal conflict in the New Zealand. The researcher’s interest in conducting this study arises from her own personal acculturation and workplace interpersonal conflict experiences as an ethnic minority migrant Chinese. A phenomenological interpretive research methodology was adopted for this study. One-on-one indepth interviews of 25 ethnic minority migrant Chinese from China (Mainland), Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, Taiwan, and Vietnam provided primary data on the individual migrant’s experience and perspective on acculturation and workplace interpersonal conflict in New Zealand. The findings from the 25 ethnic minority migrant Chinese interviewed reveal the complexities and difficulties in the acculturation process, as they attempt to adapt to various aspects of their new environment. The adaptive strategies used almost certainly mean that the immigrants will have to make changes in their thinking, attitude, speech, and social conduct. There is a particular emphasis on the study of intercultural dynamics at play in the face of workplace interpersonal conflict between immigrants and members of the host society. The acculturation process is made more difficult for migrants who have negative workplace encounters in their intercultural interactions resulting in misunderstandings and conflict. The findings also reveal the migrants’ response mechanisms, particularly in learning to be more assertive. This study found that the cultural orientations of the ethnic migrant Chinese are such that for many, this concept (assertiveness) has to be learned since it runs counter to their educational, cultural tradition, and familial upbringing. The principles of Confucianism are deeply rooted, such as respect for authority and an emphasis on ‘giving-face’ to others and preserving social harmony. From this study’s findings, there is empirical evidence that Confucian principles are deeply entrenched in the ethnic minority migrant Chinese’ psyche irrespective of which country of origin they come from. In addition, the findings show that the acculturation experiences are unique to the individual migrant, depending on the person’s previous exposure to a foreign environment, language proficiency and personality. This study shows that the acculturation process experienced by these migrants was a period of personal growth and development, acquiring self-confidence, self-rationalisation, changes, and adjustments. Also, the findings reveal that while the length of residence in the host country is a significant factor for these migrants, other factors are significant as well, such as acquiring a certain level of language proficiency and increasing self-confidence.

Orientador: Eliana Mara Braga / Banca: Regina Stella Spagnuollo / Banca: Maria Júlia Paes da Silva / Resumo: Este estudo teve como objetivo conhecer as estratégias comunicativas dos enfermeiros de unidades críticas no momento das interações com pacientes e familiares de um hospital público do interior do Estado de São Paulo. Trata-se de um estudo de abordagem qualitativa, que utilizou o referencial teórico da Comunicação Interpessoal e o referencial metodológico da Análise de Conteúdo. Foram entrevistados 12 enfermeiros assistenciais das unidades críticas compreendidas por Unidade de Terapia Intensiva (UTI) Adulto, Pediátrica, Neonatal e Sala de Recuperação Pós-operatória. A coleta dos dados ocorreu em três etapas consecutivas, por meio de entrevista semiestruturada gravada em aparelho áudio e digital, com aplicação de uma escala adaptada de Silva (2008) de uso efetivo e/ou ineficaz da comunicação não verbal e registro em diário observacional de campo, a fim de conhecer o comportamento comunicativo verbal e não verbal durante as interações desses enfermeiros com pacientes e familiares. Os resultados evidenciaram que os enfermeiros têm consciência da importância do processo comunicacional com pacientes e familiares neste momento de angústia, medo e incertezas que representa a internação de um ente querido em uma unidade crítica. Estes resultados estão demonstrados por meio das seguintes categorias temáticas: os enfermeiros reconhecem a admissão como momento de interação com pacientes e familiares; utilizam os procedimentos técnicos e o horário de visitas como oportunidade de criar vínculo; iniciam o processo comunicativo de forma verbal; complementam e substituem o verbal de forma não verbal; demonstram afetividade; buscam validar a comunicação, mas por outro lado, encontram dificuldades em serem reconhecidos como coordenadores do cuidado por parte dos pacientes e familiares. Esses profissionais reconhecem admissão como necessidade de uma abordagem ... (Resumo completo, clicar acesso eletrônico abaixo) / Abstract: This study aims to know the nurse's communication strategies of critical care units in the moment of patient and family's interactions of a public hospital inside São Paulo's State. It consists of a qualitative approach using the theoretical reference of Interpersonal Communication and methodological reference of Content Analysis. We interviewed 12 nurses critical care units included in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) Adult, Pediatric, Neonatal, and the Post-operative room. Data collection occurred in three consecutive steps, using semi-structured interviews and recorded on digital audio device, applying a scale adapted from Silva (2008) for effective and/or ineffective use of nonverbal communication and observational journaling field to know the communicative behavior verbal and non verbal of these nurses during the contact with patients and families. Results showed that the nurses are conscious about the communicational process's importance in these moments of angst, fear and uncertainty. These results are demonstrated through the following themes: nurses recognize the admission as their interactions with patients and families; using the technical procedures and time of visits as an opportunity to create bonds; begin the process of communicating verbally; complement and replace the verbal form of nonverbal; show affection; seeking to validate the communication, but on the other hand, have difficulties in being recognized as coordinators of care for patients and families. They recognize the need an adequate first contact to initiate the communicative process with an adapted verbal language. They considered the communication like a humanistic process. They also complement the verbal language with a non verbal way, using the touch, the look and emotional expressions, they bonded to patients and families and show affective. The nurses intended yet, to authenticate the communication asking ... (Complete abstract click electronic access below) / Mestre