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Recent research:
The recent body of work focuses on advancing clinical and psychosocial interventions across vulnerable populations, with a particular emphasis on geriatric mental health and the penitentiary environment. In the context of aging, research has centered on the psychometric validation of depression screening tools, such as the CES-D, ensuring their reliability and invariance across genders. Furthermore, qualitative methodologies have been employed to explore the subjective experiences of older adults, including cognitive decline and the impact of family dynamics on mood, advocating for person-centered care. Parallel to this, the research addresses the psychological complexities of incarcerated individuals. This includes structural personality analysis to inform rehabilitation strategies and a multidisciplinary examination of violence within prison systems. By integrating qualitative narratives with quantitative psychometric rigor, these studies aim to provide a comprehensive foundation for designing personalized psychosocial support strategies that address the specific needs of these diverse groups.
Key Topics:
The recent body of work focuses on advancing clinical and psychosocial interventions across vulnerable populations, with a particular emphasis on geriatric mental health and the penitentiary environment. In the context of aging, research has centered on the psychometric validation of depression screening tools, such as the CES-D, ensuring their reliability and invariance across genders. Furthermore, qualitative methodologies have been employed to explore the subjective experiences of older adults, including cognitive decline and the impact of family dynamics on mood, advocating for person-centered care. Parallel to this, the research addresses the psychological complexities of incarcerated individuals. This includes structural personality analysis to inform rehabilitation strategies and a multidisciplinary examination of violence within prison systems. By integrating qualitative narratives with quantitative psychometric rigor, these studies aim to provide a comprehensive foundation for designing personalized psychosocial support strategies that address the specific needs of these diverse groups.
Key Topics:
- Geriatric mental health and depression
- Psychometric validation and measurement
- Qualitative research in clinical psychology
- Personality assessment in correctional settings
- Prison violence and psychosocial intervention
Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
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SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being
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Projects
- 2 Active
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Transcranial magnetic stimulation and brain gym on anxiety levels and neurocognitive performance in Ecuadorian university students
Cañizares Abril, L. E. (PI), Saquicela Ochoa, O. F. (Col), Sacaquirin Rivadeneira, C. E. (Col), Auqui Cepeda, F. J. (Student), Chacha Araujo, J. D. (Student), Medina Rodriguez, S. J. (Student), Cordero Balarezo, M. B. (Col), Lituma Cando, A. C. (Student), Alvarez Perez, C. P. (Student), Sani Guachizaca, K. H. (Student), Moran Guaman, C. S. (Student), Paute Pauta, J. M. (Student), Mora Vera, F. X. (Student) & Reyes Nicolalde, E. V. (Student)
16/04/26 → …
Project: Research and Development
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Prevalence and Risk Factors of Dating Violence Among Ecuadorian Adolescents and University Students and Evaluation of the Effectiveness of Psychological Intervention with Virtual Reality in Reducing Anxiety, Depression, and Post-Traumatic Stress Derived from Violence
Cañizares Jarrin, M. L. (Col), Quito Calle, J. V. (Col), Muñoz Arteaga, P. A. (Col), Ramirez Coronel, A. A. (PI), Cañizares Abril, L. E. (Col), Saquicela Ochoa, O. F. (Col), Rodas Flores, D. I. (Col), Mejia Peralta, T. E. (Student), Quinde Siranaula, G. A. (Student) & Sinchi Sinchi, H. F. (External)
26/09/24 → …
Project: Research and Development
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Intervenciones con Realidad Virtual en el Tratamiento del Insomnio: Un Análisis en Población Adolescente y Adulta
Translated title of the contribution :Interventions with Virtual Reality in the Treatment of Insomnia: An Analysis in Adolescent and Adult Population Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Chapter
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Análisis Estructural de la Personalidad de Mujeres Privadas de Libertad y sus Rasgos Dominantes
Translated title of the contribution :Structural Analysis of the Personality of Women Deprived of Liberty and Their Dominant Traits Research output: Contribution to journal › Article
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Avances en Psicología Clínica: Explorando La Investigación Cualitativa en Madres, Adultos Mayores y Pacientes con Alzheimer. Tomo 1
Translated title of the contribution :Advances in Clinical Psychology: Exploring Qualitative Research in Mothers, Older Adults, and Patients with Alzheimer's. Volume 1 Research output: Book/Report › Book
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Reflejos de la Soledad: Vivencias De la Depresión en el Adulto Mayor de Cuenca
Translated title of the contribution :Reflections of Loneliness: Experiences of Depression in the Elderly of Cuenca Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Chapter
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La Violencia en las Cárceles del Ecuador: Una Perspectiva desde la Salud Mental con Enfoque Multidisciplinario
Translated title of the contribution :Violence in the Prisons of Ecuador: A Perspective from Mental Health with a Multidisciplinary Approach Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Chapter