Adventure Recreation in Blue Spaces and the Wellbeing of Young Polish Adults

Próchniak, Piotr; Próchniak, Agnieszka

doi:10.3390/ijerph20054472

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“…A greater focus on inland blue space research is warranted to better understand the complex relationship between inland blue space exposure and health and wellbeing outcomes. Initial research has identified differences in the wellbeing outcomes associated with recreational activities at different blue space types, with coastal recreation often leading to higher wellbeing outcomes for visitors than activities at inland blue spaces [19][20][21]. Differences have also been identified in user groups between blue space types, with inland blue spaces shown to attract visits from individuals with higher socio-economic statuses compared to coastal areas [22].…”

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Understanding Health Outcomes from Exposure to Blue Space Resources: Towards a Mixed Methods Framework for Analysis

Grace,

Dickie,

Bartie

et al. 2023

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With healthcare systems facing growing pressure from ageing populations and associated complex care needs, attention is increasingly being focused on sustainable strategies to improve health outcomes across populations. Encouraging access to natural environments is one form of preventative public health strategy that has been shown to lead to improved physical and mental health outcomes at the population level. A significant body of research has documented the health benefits of accessing a wide range of natural environments, including green space and coastal areas. However, freshwater resources, or inland blue spaces, have received less attention in the field of human–environment interactions. This critical review highlights current research opportunities for developing rich and nuanced insight into inland blue space experiences. Future research must take steps to account for the dynamic and unique nature of inland blue spaces through the application of a wide range of flexible and sensitive research methodologies alongside the application of broader mixed methods research approaches. To effectively utilise inland blue spaces as public health resources, it is vital that research captures the influence of temporal changes on blue space interactions and considers the overarching impact of context-specific factors. Addressing current research gaps in combination with advancing research methodologies offers the potential to consolidate inland blue space findings and create a robust evidence base for the implementation of effective public health policies.

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Understanding Health Outcomes from Exposure to Blue Space Resources: Towards a Mixed Methods Framework for Analysis

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Dickie,

Bartie

et al. 2023

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Turkish Adaptation of Adventure Behavior Seeking Scale: A Validity and Reliability Study

GÜNGÖRMÜŞ,

YUMUK,

GÜRBÜZ

2023

The Online Journal of Recreation and Sports

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In the current study, the aim is to test the validity and reliability of “Adventure Behavior Seeking Scale (T-ABSS)” developed to evaluate the adventure behaviors of individuals in the natural spaces in the Turkish population. The psychometrics of the scale was tested with the participation of 239 males (Meanage = 27.53 ± 7.90) and 126 females (Meanage = 24.52 ± 6.17) in total 365 individuals who participate in the activities in nature. As the data collecting tool, “Adventure Behavior Seeking Scale” developed by Próchniak (2017) consisting of 8 items and one factor was used. To test convergent validity of T-ABSS, “Sensation Seeking Scale (SSS)” was used. The main assumptions of parametric tests which are normality, linearity and homogeneity of variances were tested. Exploratory Factor Analysis (EFA) was used to test the structural validity of the scale. Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA) was used to validate the emerged factor structure. Pearson Product-Moment Correlation analysis was conducted for the convergent validity. To test the reliability of T-ABSS, Cronbach Alpha internal consistency coefficient was used. EFA results show that the Turkish form of the scale consists of 2 factors and 7 items, and they predict 58.76% of total variance. Since one of the items’ factor load was under 0.30, it was excluded from the study. CFA results carried out to test the two-factor structure of scale revealed the model fit indices are between acceptable and perfect indices limits with “χ2/df= 3.10, GFI= 0.97, AGFI=0.94, CFI=0.95, NFI=0.93, SRMR=0.05, RMSEA=0.076”. It was found that the factor loads of the scale are between 0.57 and 0.75, and their Cronbach Alpha coefficients are between 0.70 and 0.71. As a result of the analysis to determine the convergent validity, it was found there is statistically positive correlation between “Sensation Seeking Scale” and T-ABSS. The obtained values indicate the convergent validity of T-ABSS is acceptable. The obtained results indicate that the Turkish version of ABSS (T-ABSS) has a two-factor structure, and it is a valid and reliable measurement tool to evaluate adventure behavior seeking levels of participants.

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Determinants of Morbidities and Occupational Hazards among Scuba Divers in Andaman and Nicobar Islands, India

Vincent,

Ramakrishnan,

Singh

et al. 2024

Journal of Pharmacy and Bioallied Sciences

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Background: Occupational health hazards pose significant risks in unique work environments such as scuba diving. This investigation aims to assess health profiles and occupational health determinants among scuba instructors in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. Materials and Methods: A cross-sectional survey was conducted among certified scuba instructors in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands during 2022–2023 by using a self-administered questionnaire. Data analysis was performed using SPSS version 25. Ethical approval was granted by the institutional ethical committee. Results: The study population comprised 423 male instructors with a mean age of 26.24 ± 4.71 years. They averaged 9 ± 5.2 years of diving experience and 4 ± 3.86 years as instructors. Physical injury underwater was the most prevalent hazard, experienced by 10.4% of participants. There was a positive correlation between the instructors’ knowledge of health and safety and their years of experience. Conclusion: The scuba instructors displayed elevated levels of anxiety and depression, likely due to the high risks associated with their job.

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Adventure Recreation in Blue Spaces and the Wellbeing of Young Polish Adults

Cited by 3 publications

References 88 publications

Understanding Health Outcomes from Exposure to Blue Space Resources: Towards a Mixed Methods Framework for Analysis

Understanding Health Outcomes from Exposure to Blue Space Resources: Towards a Mixed Methods Framework for Analysis

Turkish Adaptation of Adventure Behavior Seeking Scale: A Validity and Reliability Study

Determinants of Morbidities and Occupational Hazards among Scuba Divers in Andaman and Nicobar Islands, India

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