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Psychological Effects of Human Posture: A Roy Adaptation Model-Guided Integrative Review
1Department of Nursing, Manning College of Nursing and Health Sciences, University of Massachusetts Boston, Boston, MA, USA.
Nursing Science Quarterly
|June 20, 2025
Summary
Human posture significantly impacts psychological well-being, affecting self-perception and cognition. Understanding this mind-body connection is crucial for evidence-based nursing practices in posture assessment and promotion.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Physiology
- Nursing Science
Background:
- Human posture is a unique physiological trait with profound psychological implications.
- Posture influences self-perception, emotions, and cognitive functions.
- The Roy adaptation model provides a framework for understanding adaptation to physiological and psychological changes.
Purpose of the Study:
- To conduct an integrative literature review on the psychological effects of physiological posture.
- To explore the impact of posture on the physical and personal self within the Roy adaptation model's self-concept mode.
- To establish a knowledge base for evidence-based nursing practices related to posture.
Main Methods:
- Integrative literature review.
- Analysis of studies examining the relationship between physiological posture and psychological outcomes.
- Application of the Roy adaptation model's self-concept adaptive mode.
Main Results:
- Physiological dimensions of posture have demonstrable psychological effects.
- Posture influences both the physical and personal aspects of self-concept.
- A strong mind-body connection exists, mediated by posture.
Conclusions:
- Posture is a critical factor in psychological well-being and self-concept.
- Findings support the integration of posture assessment into nursing care.
- Promoting good posture is essential for holistic patient health and adaptation.
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