The Periodical of Behavioral Science

The Application of Board Games to Foster Lost Work Skills in the Post-COVID-19 Era

Tue, 30 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0700

This article analyzes the development of employee competencies and resocialization in the post-COVID-19 crisis era. This necessity arises from social distancing measures and work-from-home policies that have impacted crucial competencies such as collaboration, communication, and adaptability, all essential for enhancing workforce resilience and organizational transformation in today’s environment. The authors therefore propose board games as an alternative tool for experiential learning, which have outstanding qualities in fostering engagement and enjoyment, and in simulating real-world situations. Board games concretely help develop important competencies such as problem-solving, collaboration, self-management and management skills and also transmission of organizational culture. This approach is framed by Lewin's 3-Step Change Theory, emphasizing unfreezing old behaviors, learning and behavioral change, and refreezing new behaviors for sustainability. It is coupled with evaluation using Kirkpatrick's 4-level model: Reaction, Learning, Behavior, and Results, to ensure that learning through board games yields meaningful and measurable outcomes.

Development of a Silk Air Mattress to Reduce Pressure: A Lesson Learned in Bedridden Patient Care

Tue, 30 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0700

The prevention of pressure ulcers in bedridden patients remains a significant nursing challenge. The development of the silk air mattress aims to reduce the risk of pressure ulcer formation while improving patient comfort. This article is guided by Orem’s Self-Care Theory, emphasizing the nurse’s role in supporting patients’ self-care abilities, and Bandura’s Social Cognitive Theory, highlighting the importance of family involvement in patient care. The mattress design adjusts air pressure across different body areas to evenly distribute weight and minimize ulcer risk. Findings indicate that integrating nursing theories with behavioral science can foster innovations that address both patients’ physical needs and family caregiving practices. As a result, patients and families engage in shared learning, adopt effective caregiving strategies, and gain the capacity to expand the use of this low-cost, accessible mattress for long-term care in community settings. This article illustrates the potential of nursing innovations grounded in behavioral science to sustainably enhance care for bedridden patients in the community.

A Bibliometric Analysis of International Research Publications by Academic Staff of the Behavioral Science Research Institute, Srinakharinwirot University in Scopus (2019–2024)

Charin Suwanwong, Sompejch Junlabuddee, Wassana Wongpech — Mon, 29 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0700

The objective of this study was to analyze internationally published research articles indexed in the Scopus database between 2019 and 2024, authored by the academic staff at the Behavioral Science Research Institute (BSRI), Srinakharinwirot University. A total of 92 articles were included in the analysis, which examined the subject areas of the publications, the journals in which they were published, journal quality based on quartile rankings, the extent of national and international research collaborations, and citation metrics based on data retrieved from Scopus and SciVal. The analysis revealed that the majority of publications (40 articles) were classified under the subject area of social sciences. Most articles were published in Quartile 2 ranked journals, with 30 articles (34.48%) meeting this quality criterion. Regarding research collaboration, 20 articles (21.74%) involved international co-authors, with 12 of these involving collaborators from six Asian countries. National collaborations accounted for 33 articles (35.87%). In terms of citation impact, 48 articles had been cited, with a total of 216 citations in Scopus. The most frequently cited topic clusters were “Social Media,” “Health Literacy,” and “COVID-19,” with a Prominence Percentile of 88.489, reflecting high visibility and recognition in the international research landscape. The study findings reflect key policy recommendations: the fact that most publications are in Q2 journals represents a strength of the institution that should be promoted and maintained. In contrast, the relatively low level of international collaboration highlights an opportunity to enhance the institution’s capacity for global academic cooperation. This insight can inform the development of concrete institutional policies or initiatives aimed at improving the quality and advancement of future research output.

Experiences and Patterns of Physical Activity among Urban Adults with Prediabetes

Tue, 30 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0700

Diabetes poses a pressing public health concern, with prevalence rising globally and in Thailand. Individuals with prediabetes are at elevated risk of progressing to type 2 diabetes within 5–10 years if preventive measures are not undertaken. Insufficient physical activity is a critical modifiable risk factor, particularly in urban contexts where sedentary occupations, constrained environments, and time-limited lifestyles restrict opportunities for movement. This study explored patterns of physical activity among adults with prediabetes living in an urban district of Bangkok. A qualitative case study design was employed, and data were collected between May and September 2024 through semi-structured in-depth interviews and participant observation with 15 participants diagnosed with prediabetes. Data were analyzed using thematic analysis. Four central themes emerged: (1) work demands and the rhythms of urban life as determinants of physical activity; (2) urban infrastructure and commuting challenges as constraints, with participants compensating through small bouts of activity; (3) limited leisure time, diverse meanings attached to physical activity, and social capital as factors influencing adherence; and (4) perceptions of prediabetes and external cues, including clinical results and family history, as triggers for incremental lifestyle changes. The results of this study therefore emphasize that interventions aimed at promoting physical activity among at-risk urban populations should transcend individual-level counseling. They should encompass policy reforms at the urban level to facilitate and ensure the safety of walking and cycling, in conjunction with the development of community-based support mechanisms designed to mitigate time constraints and environmental barriers commonly encountered by this population.

The Effectiveness of Digital Health Literacy Enhancing Program on Pre-Eclampsia Preventive Behavior

Tue, 30 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0700

Preeclampsia is a pregnancy complication that affects both the pregnant woman and her baby. This experimental study aims to investigate the effectiveness of program for promoting digital health literacy (DHL) on preeclampsia preventive behavior among pregnant women who received prenatal care services at a hospital in Surat Thani Province in 2022, a total of 60 participants were included, divided into an experimental group of 30 and a control group of 30 by randomized assignment. The inclusion criteria were normal pregnant women who had not been diagnosed by a physician with preeclampsia, pregnancy more than 16 weeks and voluntary participants. The experimental group participated in a digital health literacy promotion program, consisting of 8 activities: 1) Goal setting and planning, 2) Pre-eclampsia and digital information retrieval, 3) Information search skills, 4) Reading and understanding skills, 5) Understanding hidden dangers on the internet, 6) Manage and exchange information, 7) Create a self-care plan and 8) Review and change behavior, while the control group received only routine prenatal care. Data were collected in three periods: pretest, posttest and one-month follow-up using an 8-item digital health literacy scale and a 51-item preeclampsia prevention behavior scale, with reliability coefficients of .83 and .88, respectively. The data was analyzed by MANOVA. The research findings were as follows: 1) after the end of the program and a one-month follow-up, the experimental group had significantly higher mean digital health literacy and preeclampsia prevention behaviors than the control group (F = 116.183, p = .000), and 2) after the end of the program and a one-month follow-up, the experimental group had significantly higher mean digital health literacy and preeclampsia prevention behaviors than before the experiment (F = 153.100, p < .000). This developed program can be used as a guideline for medical and public health personnel to prevent preeclampsia in pregnant women.

The Effects of a Self-Management Promotion Program for Homebound Older Adults Using Tele-Nursing Services in the Community of Mueang Sa kaeo District

Tue, 30 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0700

The tele-nursing services is a method of technology that can apply for visiting home heal care and caring for older adult in the community. This quasi-experimental study employed a one-group pretest-posttest design to investigate the effects of a self-management promotion program for homebound older adults utilizing tele-nursing services in the Mueang Sa Kaeo District community. The sample consisted of 30 homebound older adults residing in Sa Kaeo Province. Research instruments included: (1) a tele-nursing service program designed to enhance self-management among homebound older adults, with a content validity index (CVI) of 1.00, (2) a personal information questionnaire; and (3) an Activities of Daily Living (ADL) assessment form. The study was conducted between February and June 2024. Data were analyzed using frequency and percentages. Differences in ADL scores before and after the intervention were examined using the Dependent t-test. The results revealed that prior to the intervention, the average ADL score was 7.57 out of 20. After participating in the program, the average score increased to 11.03 out of 20. Statistical analysis indicated a significant improvement in ADL scores following the implementation of the self-management promotion program using tele-nursing services (p < .001).

A Positive Communication Model of Educational Data Services for Building Engagement among future Customer at the Behavioral Science Research Institute, Srinakharinwirot University

Kannika Sriket, Saran Pimthong, Pitchada Prasittichok, Kornwika Kuptapol — Mon, 29 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0700

This study aimed to examine the current problems, needs, and educational information services in order to develop a positive communication model for educational information services and to test its effectiveness in enhancing engagement among prospective graduate students of the Behavioral Science Research Institute, Srinakharinwirot University. A mixed-methods approach was employed, consisting of qualitative research through focus group discussions with eight graduate students and quantitative research using a questionnaire administered to 32 participants to evaluate the model’s effectiveness. The findings revealed that prospective students encountered inconsistent information across channels, a lack of a centralized information system, and insufficient clarity of essential information required for decision-making. At the same time, they expressed the need for complete, easy-to-understand basic information and preferred communication channels that were convenient to access. They were also found to search for program information well in advance, typically 1–3 years before applying. Insights from the focus groups were used to develop a positive communication model comprising key components related to content, tone of communication, communication channels, interaction, and communication consistency. The model was grounded in principles of empathy, creative language use, value creation, trust building, and accessibility. The evaluation results showed that participants’ engagement scores significantly increased after receiving the positive communication model (t = 5.30, p < .01), demonstrating the model’s effectiveness in strengthening engagement among prospective graduate students. The study highlights the importance of an integrated communication system that provides accurate, reliable, and two-way information to enable educational institutions to function as decision-making facilitators. The positive communication model developed in this study offers practical and policy-level guidance for designing program communication systems, enhancing staff communication competencies, and improving the overall experience of prospective students. Ultimately, it supports increased recruitment opportunities, fosters long-term relationships, and strengthens institutional competitiveness in the digital era.