1. The role of eco-anxiety in reproductive wish during emerging adulthoodAnaja Kos, Vlasta Novak Zabukovec, Vesna Posavčević, 2026, original scientific article Abstract: Aims/Background: Eco-anxiety is one of the most common psy- chological reactions to environmental issues and is associated with both past and anticipated events. Younger generations are parti- cularly conscious of their responsibilities, which, in turn, influence their reproductive wish. Design/Methods: In this study, the connection between the men- tal health construct of eco-anxiety and reproductive wish was examined to better understand the influence of environmental issues during emerging adulthood. Responses were analysed from 324 Slovenian participants aged 18 to 30 years, who completed four online questionnaires: the Hogg Eco-Anxiety Scale, the Hope Scale, the CES-D, and the STAI X-2. Results: The discriminative validity of eco-anxiety was confirmed, and a significant correlation between eco-anxiety and reproductive wish was identified. Specifically, participants with higher levels of eco-anxiety expressed lower desire to have children. This relation- ship was further explored with reference to gender, age, education level, self-assessed financial independence, anxiety, depression, and hope based on denial. Conclusion: The findings contribute to a deeper understanding of how environmental issues exert influence on reproductive decision- making through their impact on mental health. The need to adapt existing interventions and develop new educational programmes is emphasised to support younger generations in navigating the transition to adulthood. These initiatives should aim to enhance knowledge and awareness of the mental health impacts of environ- mental concerns, promote effective coping strategies, and foster resilience. Such efforts could assist in managing eco-anxiety and cultivating a more positive outlook on the future.
Keywords: reproductive wish, reproduction, eco-anxiety, environment, emerging adulthood
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4. Role of music therapy in the development of language skills in children with autism spectrum disorder : a systematic literature reviewLucija Mlakar, Vesna Posavčević, 2026, review article Abstract: Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a complex neurodevelopmental condition that typically emerges in early childhood, marked by difficulties in communication, social interaction, behaviour, and emotional regulation. Despite these challenges, many children with ASD demonstrate exceptional musical abilities, making music a powerful medium for enhancing self-expression, fostering social bonds, and supporting neurological development crucial for speech and social skills. Historically, minimally verbal children with ASD were often excluded from research due to the difficulty of assessment using standardised tools; however, recent advancements have enabled more inclusive studies. Over the past decade, naturalistic approaches have gained prominence, with music therapy emerging as a particularly promising intervention. A systematic literature review, based on original research sourced from PubMed, Sage, and ScienceDirect, examined six studies involving children aged two to twelve years with minimal verbal abilities and a clinical diagnosis of autism. These studies consistently found that music therapy significantly supports the development of language and social communication skills, while also enhancing fronto-temporal brain connectivity. The review contributes valuable insights into the current state of research, underscores the importance of early intervention and parental involvement, and lays the groundwork for further exploration into the role of music therapy in language development for children with ASD.
Keywords: autism spectrum disorder, children, minimal language abilities, social communication, fronto-temporal brain connectivity, music therapy, non-music therapy
Published in RUP: 28.01.2026; Views: 1060; Downloads: 28
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5. Razlika med zgodnjo in pozno obravnavo otrok z motnjo avtističnega spektra : sistematični pregled literaturePetra Zakrajšek, Vesna Posavčević, 2025, review article Abstract: Sistematični pregled literature preučuje učinke zgodnje in pozne obravnave otrok z motnjo avtističnega spektra na njihov razvoj. Namen pregleda je bil sintetizirati in opisati razvojne izide, povezane z zgodnjo diagnozo in intervencijo, ter izide, povezane s pozno diagnozo in intervencijo pri otrocih z motnjo avtističnega spektra. V pregled je bilo vključenih 11 raziskav v angleškem jeziku, ki so primerjale učinek zgodnje in pozne diagnoze ter preučevale učinkovitost različnih intervencij motnje avtističnega spektra. V pregledu so bile uporabljene tri baze podatkov (PubMed, ScienceDirect in Web of Science), pri čemer so bile vključene raziskave, objavljene med letoma 2020 in 2024. Kakovost izbranih raziskav je bila ocenjena s standardiziranima kontrolnima seznamoma casp (Critical Appraisal Skills Programme) in jbi (Joanna Briggs Institute). Rezultati kažejo, da zgodnja diagnoza in intervencija pomembno izboljšata izide na področju socialnega, kognitivnega, gibalnega, čustvenega razvoja in razvoja vedenjskih značilnosti otrok z motnjo avtističnega spektra. Otroci, ki so bili deležni zgodnje obravnave, so dosegli boljše rezultate na področjih socialne komunikacije, prilagoditvenega vedenja, kognitivnih sposobnosti, finih motoričnih veščin in jezikovnih spretnosti. Nasprotno je pozna diagnoza pogosto povezana z resnejšimi simptomi in večjimi razvojnimi zaostanki. Ključna ugotovitev je, da je zgodnja intervencija ključna za zmanjšanje simptomov motnje avtističnega spektra in izboljšanje kakovosti življenja otrok, medtem ko lahko pozna diagnoza vodi do dolgotrajnih negativnih posledic. Pregled poudarja pomen pravočasne obravnave za optimalen razvoj otroka z motnjo avtističnega spektra in predlaga smernice za nadaljnje raziskovanje, ki temeljijo na preučevanju dolgoročnih učinkov različnih intervencij.
Keywords: motnja avtističnega spektra, zgodnja intervencija, pozna intervencija, zgodnja diagnoza, pozna diagnoza, razvoj otroka
Published in RUP: 21.01.2026; Views: 776; Downloads: 26
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7. Perinatalna izguba : žalovanje, načini spoprijemanja in zaznana socialna oporaLina Šenica, 2025, master's thesis Keywords: perinatalna izguba, perinatalno žalovanje, načini spoprijemanja, zaznana socialna opora, dejavniki tveganja, varovalni dejavniki, magistrske naloge
Published in RUP: 04.10.2025; Views: 1139; Downloads: 36
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8. In the constellation of dark personality traits : a scoping review of the dark personality coreNik Čavlovič, Vesna Posavčević, 2025, review article Abstract: Since the emergence of the Dark Triad/Dark Tetrad personality constructs, a growing body of literature has suggested a common core underlying socially aversive behaviors. With a multitude of diverse explanations on the horizon, the literature has become ambiguous and vague within the context of the dark personality framework, warranting further clarity. A scoping literature review was conducted by electronically searching five databases, yielding 12 articles included in the investigation. The results support the notion that the field of dark personality traits can progress from factorial trait labels toward a perspective where aversive traits are seen as emergent from interactions between individual components. These traits manifest as the most prominent candidate for the dark core, the Dark Factor of Personality (D), which encompasses the general tendency of malevolent characters in normal populations. The most notable measures in this context are the HEXACO model, with an emphasis on the Honesty-Humility dimension, and the D70, a set of items providing the most comprehensive representation of D. It is concluded that manifested socially aversive behaviors, accompanied by beliefs that serve as justifications, parallel two main components: the Antagonism component (promoting disutility for others) and the Emotional component (deficits in affective empathy).
Keywords: dark personality core, dark factor of personality, dark triad, dark tetrad, HEXACO honesty-humility
Published in RUP: 25.09.2025; Views: 1309; Downloads: 19
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10. Osebnost, vrednote in empatija kot napovedniki altruističnega vedenja na prehodu v odraslost : magistrska nalogaIzabela Gojnić, 2025, master's thesis Keywords: osebnostne lastnosti, vrednote, empatija, empatija, altruistično vedenje, prehod v odraslost, magistrske naloge
Published in RUP: 25.08.2025; Views: 894; Downloads: 70
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