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Peer voice endorsement, an emerging focus in voice research, is recognized for its important role in enhancing work efficiency. This study aims to examine the impact of perceived organizational politics on peer voice endorsement. It also explores the underlying mechanisms by developing a model based on the cognitive-affective personality system theory. Study data were collected in three waves from 226 full-time employees in China. The hypotheses were examined using SPSS 25.0 and the PROCESS macro. Empirical results indicate that perceived organizational politics negatively affects both psychological safety and affective commitment. Psychological safety and affective commitment also play a facilitating role in peer voice endorsement. Moreover, these two factors serve as mediators in the relationship between perceived organizational politics and peer voice endorsement. By highlighting the pivotal role of perceived organizational politics, this study offers valuable insights into its implications for peer voice endorsement. It further underscores the significance of psychological safety and affective commitment, demonstrating their essential function in cultivating a work environment that encourages peer voice endorsement. Full article

Cognitive Load Theory (CLT) and the Cognitive Theory of Multimedia Learning (CTML) have long served as foundational frameworks in instructional design. However, their applicability to contemporary, technologically mediated learning environments remains under-theorized. This review critically examines CLT and CTML, focusing on their assumptions, empirical contributions, and current limitations in addressing the complexities of dynamic, AI-enhanced educational settings. The discussion is further enriched through engagement with complementary perspectives, including self-regulated learning, dual process theory, and connectivism. These frameworks illuminate conceptual convergences but also expose theoretical tensions, particularly regarding unresolved constructs such as germane cognitive load and the methodological challenges associated with real-time cognitive load measurement. In response to these gaps, this paper proposes the Cognitive Load-Aware Modulation (CLAM) strategy—a conceptual model designed to extend cognitive load principles in adaptive, ethically responsive learning environments. Synthesizing insights from cognitive psychology, educational technology, and affective computing, CLAM supports the design of personalized, data-driven instructional systems attuned to learners’ cognitive and emotional states. The model emerges not merely as a theoretical contribution, but as a future-oriented framework rooted in the critical synthesis of the reviewed literature. Its practical applications for real-world educational settings are outlined, and its empirical validation constitutes the next phase of our ongoing research project. Full article

With the advancement of global economic restructuring and China’s economic transformation, structural employment contradictions have intensified amid increasingly competitive labor markets. The frequent occurrences of “degree devaluation” and talent “downskilling” have made perceived overqualification increasingly prevalent in organizations. This study, based on the Cognitive–Affective Personality System theory, investigates the differential mechanisms through which perceived overqualification drives approach and avoidance job crafting via cognitive and affective pathways. Data from a two-wave survey of 556 Chinese employees produced several key findings: (1) Perceived overqualification significantly enhances approach job crafting while suppressing avoidance job crafting by elevating role breadth self-efficacy (cognitive pathway), demonstrating a proactive breakthrough effect. (2) Perceived overqualification inhibits approach job crafting and exacerbates avoidance job crafting through triggering emotional exhaustion (affective pathway), revealing a passive exhaustion trap. (3) Perceived overqualification exerts a positive and significant overall indirect effect on approach job crafting through the combined mechanisms of cognitive gains from role breadth self-efficacy and affective costs from emotional exhaustion, whereas the overall indirect effect on avoidance job crafting is non-significant. (4) Idiosyncratic deals (i-deals) function as a dynamic boundary mechanism that amplifies the positive impact of role breadth self-efficacy and mitigates the negative effects of emotional exhaustion, while moderating the mediating roles of both pathways. This research develops a dual-path integrated model of perceived overqualification and job crafting by classifying job crafting categories, incorporating cognitive–affective pathways, and introducing i-deals as a contextual element. These findings respond to scholarly demands for elucidating the intricate connections between perceived overqualification and job crafting through integrative perspectives; in addition, they offer theoretical and practical insights for organizations to leverage the potential of overqualified individuals appropriately. Full article

With the rapid changes in external environments, cognitive adaptability has become crucial for vocational students’ personal growth and career development. However, previous research has predominantly focused on traditional single-level effects, overlooking the multilevel impacts of school climates. Hence, based on social cognitive theory and social–ecological systems theory, this study employs multilevel structural equation modeling (MSEM) to examine the effects of competitive and collaborative environments on vocational students’ competitive attitude, task motivation, and cognitive adaptability at both the student level (Within) and school level (Between). This study utilizes data from the Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA) 2018, analyzing a sample of 814 vocational schools and 20,978 vocational students from 18 countries and regions. Using Mplus 8.10, we applied maximum likelihood estimation with robust standard errors (MLR) to validate the multilevel structural equation model (MSEM) and examine the hierarchical effects of competitive and collaborative environments on vocational students’ competitive attitude, task motivation, and cognitive adaptability. The findings indicate that both competitive attitude and task motivation positively impact cognitive adaptability at both the student and school levels. While competitive environments enhance competitive attitudes at both levels, their effects on task motivation differ, as they are positive at the student level but negative at the school level. Conversely, collaborative environments positively influence task motivation at both levels but only affect competitive attitudes at the student level. A comparison between multilevel and single-level models suggests that multilevel modeling better captures the hierarchical effects within school environments. The results highlight that moderate competition at the student level fosters motivation and adaptability, whereas highly competitive school environments may suppress motivation. In contrast, fostering a collaborative school climate enhances task motivation and cognitive adaptability. These findings underscore the importance of balancing competition and collaboration in vocational education to support students’ holistic development. Full article

Globally, recycled building materials have attracted much attention, but the ambiguity of the use of recycled building materials makes it difficult for the building material remanufacturer (BMR) to compete with the building material manufacturer (BMM). Brand building is an important strategic tool for enterprises to increase product competitiveness. From the new perspective of the supply chain, this paper aims to examine the decision-making behavior of enterprises under two scenarios of consumer ambiguity neutrality and ambiguity tolerance and to analyze the impact of ambiguity tolerance on the pricing decisions of building materials supply chains in a brand-building scenario. This paper constructs a building material supply chain game model consisting of the BMM and BMR, according to the cognitive–affective personality system (CAPS) theory and through the Stackelberg game. The main findings are as follows. (1) Strengthening brand building can mitigate the negative impact of ambiguity tolerance on new product pricing. The selling price of recycled building materials is positively related to ambiguity tolerance. (2) When the BMM has higher brand value, there is a U-shaped trend between profit and ambiguity tolerance at a cost coefficient above the threshold value of 0.61. (3) When the BMR has higher brand value, profit is negatively related to ambiguity tolerance at operational inefficiencies and cost coefficients below the threshold value of 0.45. Otherwise, profits and ambiguity tolerance follow a U-shaped trend. This paper not only expands the research on brand building and ambiguity tolerance but also provides theoretical guidance for enterprises to make effective decisions in response to consumers’ ambiguity psychology. Full article

This study investigates how benevolent sexism impedes women’s career growth, focusing on the mediating roles of self-esteem and emotional exhaustion and the moderating role of career development strategies. Using a three-wave, time-lagged survey, data from 410 female employees across various industries in China were analyzed with SPSS 24.0 and Mplus 8.3. Results indicate that benevolent sexism negatively influences career growth via reduced self-esteem and increased emotional exhaustion. Moreover, career development strategies mitigate this adverse effect, weakening the relationship between benevolent sexism and career growth. Higher levels of career development strategies lessen the detrimental impact of benevolent sexism on women’s professional progress. These findings enrich Cognitive-Affective Personality System theory by clarifying the mechanisms through which benevolent sexism undermines career development. They also highlight the practical significance of adopting robust career strategies to promote workplace gender equality and offer empirical insights into the broader implications of benevolent sexism on women’s career advancement. Full article

Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) is a complex, heterogeneous condition affecting millions worldwide. Computational neuropsychiatry offers potential breakthroughs through the mechanistic modeling of this disorder. Using the Kolmogorov theory (KT) of consciousness, we developed a foundational model where algorithmic agents interact with the world to maximize an Objective Function evaluating affective valence. Depression, defined in this context by a state of persistently low valence, may arise from various factors—including inaccurate world models (cognitive biases), a dysfunctional Objective Function (anhedonia, anxiety), deficient planning (executive deficits), or unfavorable environments. Integrating algorithmic, dynamical systems, and neurobiological concepts, we map the agent model to brain circuits and functional networks, framing potential etiological routes and linking with depression biotypes. Finally, we explore how brain stimulation, psychotherapy, and plasticity-enhancing compounds such as psychedelics can synergistically repair neural circuits and optimize therapies using personalized computational models. Full article

Cyberspace has evolved into a hub for the dissemination of large amounts of tendentious information, posing significant challenges to the role of mainstream value information. As netizens’ are the main recipients of tendentious information, their personal cognition, attitude, and behavioral ability affect their willingness to re-disseminate information, making them an inalienable force in the promotion of information dissemination. Exploring the dissemination mechanism of tendentious information in cyberspace can help to understand the law of information dissemination and predict the trend of information diffusion, which is of great significance to maintaining information security and social stability. However, the existing research has overlooked the potential influence of the attribute characteristics of information in terms of content, and has failed to overcome the methodological constraints of traditional statistical analysis to accurately describe the variables and mechanisms influencing the dissemination of tendentious information at the cognitive level. Therefore, using structural equation modeling, we propose a research index system based on the Theory of Planned Behavior and the characteristics of tendentious information. To this end, confirmatory factor and model fitting analyses were conducted to develop a tendentious information dissemination mechanism model, which we validated through testing and comparative experiments. Path analysis revealed that Attitude Toward Dissemination, Information Dissemination Intention, and Information Dissemination Behavior are the main links in the information dissemination process. Moreover, Information Sentiment Orientation was found to strongly promote the dissemination of tendentious information, while Subject Norm of Dissemination had a minor inhibiting effect. Full article

Amidst population aging and lifestyle shifts, the incidence of neurological disorders such as stroke and Alzheimer’s disease is increasing, profoundly affecting patients’ cognitive functions and everyday life. Conventional cognitive rehabilitation approaches often necessitate substantial time and manpower, yet their outcomes remain uncertain. Although computer-assisted cognitive rehabilitation offers convenience, it can be somewhat monotonous in its experience. Virtual reality (VR) technology has introduced a novel pathway for cognitive rehabilitation, enhancing personalization and outcome assessment through tailored immersive environments and real-time data recording. This paper aims to survey the application of VR in cognitive rehabilitation, examining its impact on improving memory, attention, motor function, and social skills. A systematic review methodology was employed, following PRISMA guidelines, to identify and analyze relevant studies from 2010 to 2023. Recognizing that patients with different conditions have varying needs for the immersive and social aspects of VR, we propose the Multi-Dimensional VR Cognitive Rehabilitation Theory Model (MD-VRCRTM). This model categorizes cognitive rehabilitation technologies into six primary types: individual immersive, individual semi-immersive, individual non-immersive, multiplayer immersive, multiplayer semi-immersive, and multiplayer non-immersive rehabilitation systems. This categorization aims to cater to the specific requirements of various patients. For instance, individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) may benefit more from multiplayer VR applications to enhance social skills; those with Parkinson’s disease (PD) might profit from immersive VR to facilitate motor function recovery; stroke and traumatic brain injury (TBI) patients may require highly immersive VR experiences to boost concentration and treatment efficacy; and Alzheimer’s disease (AD) patients may be better suited to non-immersive or semi-immersive VR to minimize cognitive load and receive cognitive stimulation. Full article

This investigation delves into the pervasive yet insufficiently examined phenomenon of “cyberloafing”, characterized by employees engaging in non-work-related internet activities during office hours. Despite its frequent occurrence in contemporary work environments, the fundamental mechanisms underpinning cyberloafing remain largely uncharted. This study uses the conservation of resources theory and the cognitive–affective personality system framework to demystify the relationship between role stress and cyberloafing. We developed a dual-path model to assess the mediating roles of perceived insider status and emotional exhaustion. Employing SPSS and Smart PLS for data analysis, our research sampled 210 corporate employees. The findings reveal that role stress predicts perceived insider status and emotional exhaustion significantly. Notably, while perceived insider status negatively correlates with cyberloafing, emotional exhaustion shows a positive correlation. These factors mediate the relationship between role stress and cyberloafing, underscoring a multifaceted dynamic. Our results provide new theoretical insights into the mechanisms of employee counterproductive behavior, specifically in the context of cyberloafing, and broaden our understanding of its determinants. This study illuminates theoretical nuances and offers practical implications for managerial strategies and future scholarly inquiries into organizational behavior. Full article

Theoretical models play a vital role in understanding the barriers and facilitators for the acceptance or rejection of emerging technologies. We conducted a narrative review of theoretical models predicting acceptance and adoption of human enhancement embeddable technologies to assess how well those models have studied unique attributes and qualities of embeddables and to identify gaps in the literature. Our broad search across multiple databases and Google Scholar identified 16 relevant articles published since 2016. We discovered that three main theoretical models: the technology acceptance model (TAM), unified theory of acceptance and use of technology (UTAUT), and cognitive–affective–normative (CAN) model have been consistently used and refined to explain the acceptance of human enhancement embeddable technology. Psychological constructs such as self-efficacy, motivation, self-determination, and demographic factors were also explored as mediating and moderating variables. Based on our analysis, we collated the verified determinants into a comprehensive model, modifying the CAN model. We also identified gaps in the literature and recommended a further exploration of design elements and psychological constructs. Additionally, we suggest investigating other models such as the matching person and technology model (MPTM), the hedonic-motivation system adoption model (HMSAM), and the value-based adoption model (VAM) to provide a more nuanced understanding of embeddable technologies’ adoption. Our study not only synthesizes the current state of research but also provides a robust framework for future investigations. By offering insights into the complex interplay of factors influencing the adoption of embeddable technologies, we contribute to the development of more effective strategies for design, implementation, and acceptance, thereby paving the way for the successful integration of these technologies into everyday life. Full article

With the increasing complexity of the external organizational environment, employees’ proactive behavior has become a critical factor for organizational success. However, there is limited research exploring the mechanisms behind employees’ proactive behavior from the perspective of family supportive supervisor behavior, which satisfies employees’ work–family balance. Based on the Cognitive–Affective Personality System theory and in the context of escalating work–family conflict and the Chinese cultural context, which emphasizes reciprocity, this study collected survey data from 535 employees in two stages. The study aimed to investigate the relationship between family supportive supervisor behavior and employees’ proactive behavior. The results show that family supportive supervisor behavior has a positive impact on employees’ proactive behavior; perceived insider status and affective commitment partially mediate the impact of family supportive supervisor behavior on employees’ proactive behavior; and perceived insider status and affective commitment play chain-mediating roles in the influence of family supportive supervisor behavior on employees’ proactive behavior. This study innovatively reveals the “black box” of the relationship between family supportive supervisor behavior and employees’ proactive behavior from the internal perspective of individual cognition–emotion. This expands the research on the consequences of family supportive supervisor behavior in the work field and provides inspiration for enterprises on how to motivate employees’ proactive behavior. Full article

Personality Systems Interactions (PSI) theory explains differences in personality based on the properties of four cognitive systems—object recognition (OR), intuitive behaviour (IB), intention memory (IM) and extension memory (EM). Each system is associated with characteristic modes of perception and behaviour, so personality is determined by which systems are primarily active. According to PSI theory, the activities of the cognitive systems are regulated by positive and negative affect (reward and punishment). Thus, differences in personality ultimately emerge from four parameters—the sensitivities of up- or downregulating positive and negative affect. The complex interactions of affect and cognitive systems have been represented in a mathematical model based on a system of differential equations. In this study, the environment of a person represented by the mathematical model is modelled by a time series of perturbations with positive and negative affect that are generated by a stochastic process. Comparing the average activities of the cognitive systems for different parameter sets exposed to the same time series of affect perturbations, we observe that different dominant cognitive systems emerge. This demonstrates that different sensitivities for positive and negative affect lead to different modes of cognition and, thus, to different personality types such as agreeable, conscientious, self-determined or independent. Varying the relative frequencies of negative and positive affect perturbations reveals that the average activities of all cognitive systems respond linearly. This observation enables us to predict that conscientious and independent personalities benefit from increased exposure to positive affect, whereas agreeable and self-determined personalities achieve a better balance of their cognitive systems by increased negative affect. Full article

Although environmental action is regarded as a public relations strategy aiming to manifest a corporate green stance, this not always the case. Many consumers tend to be skeptical of corporate real environmental efforts, especially firms in traditionally dirty industries. However, few studies have focused on this issue. To shed light on such a phenomenon, the present study aims to provide a comprehensive multiple-step multiple-mediator model based on the social intuitionist model and cognitive-affective system theory of personality(CAPS) to examine how corporate environmental actions (substantive vs. symbolic) affect consumer positive word-of-mouth (WOM) and to investigate the cognitive and affective processes of greenwashing perception and other-condemning emotions. Findings from an online Chinese consumer panel of 130 adults indicate that consumers are prone to have more positive WOM for substantive actions compared with symbolic actions; this effect is not only mediated by other-condemning emotions but serially mediated by, firstly, greenwashing perception and, secondly, other-condemning emotions. The current study is conducive to explaining the link between corporate environmental actions and consumer positive WOM from a theoretical argument and empirical evidence, and thus providing suggestions for advertisers and marketers in green marketing about environmental information disclosure. Full article

Modifiable lifestyle behaviors, such as lack of physical activity, smoking, and unhealthy diet, are associated with the risk of cardiovascular diseases in postmenopausal women, in addition to other risk factors, such as aging and physiological changes. Therefore, it is necessary to emphasize the importance of encouraging healthy lifestyles and health-promoting behaviors among postmenopausal women, to achieve a better health status. However, it is difficult to modify lifestyle and maintain that change. This study was aimed at identifying the factors that affect the maintenance of healthy lifestyle habits in postmenopausal women, using various theoretical models. This qualitative study included focus-group interviews with 21 Korean postmenopausal women aged 54 to 69 years. A theory-guided thematic analysis was performed based on the Health Belief Model, Self-Determination Theory, Social Cognitive Theory, and Theory of Planned Behavior. As a result, facilitators and inhibitors to healthy lifestyle modification and maintenance are identified. Various sources of motivation and reinforcement are important for menopausal women to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Autonomy support and self-regulation strategies play an important role in integrating health-promoting behaviors into a daily routine. In addition to personal effort, a social support system is also important to help individuals maintain a healthy lifestyle Full article