Well-Being Sciences Review

Promoting the development of silver economy with a view to well-being: A review of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area

2026-05-18T16:05:34+08:00

The aging of the world's population is a global problem, and the demand for products and services to safeguard the health of the elderly is growing, which has a significant impact on the development of the silver economy. This paper takes the Greater Bay Area (GBA) as the research object, reviews the research results of predecessors, analyzes the secondary data, and focuses on analyzing the development of aging services, policy coordination and innovation in the process of entrepreneurship, and believes that the GBA has made breakthroughs in the training of talents, the innovation of policy, and the construction of industrial ecosystem, but there are still some problems, such as the uneven distribution of infrastructure, the weak purchasing power of the elderly, and the lack of labor force, which restrict the continuous and fair provision of services. In this paper, the theory of happiness science is introduced to build a framework for promoting the development of the silver economy, to enhance the availability and quality of services, to promote the sustainable development of the elderly, to improve their health, and to enhance their social participation ability, so that the GBA can become a testing ground for the development of the silver economy, and to provide valuable experience for the development of high-quality, low-cost services in different administrative areas.

Generalized psychology and human wellness in the era of artificial intelligence: A review

2026-05-18T16:05:32+08:00

As the developemt of artificial intelligence (AI), a generalized psychology is emerging that encompasses the minds and behaviors of humans, animals, and intelligent agents. In the era of AI, cognition and well-being are increasingly shaped by human-AI interaction, so the framework of a generalized object of psychology must expand from human individuals and animals to the intelligent agents and human wellness. Moreover, we highlight human advantages in the era of AI, including Aesthetics, Creativity, and Empathy (ACE), and their measurable outcomes and boundary conditions. Regarding AI for wellness, next, we then explore hybrid intelligence across multiple domains, such as mental health and healthcare, education, work, and social relationships. In addition, we discuss cross-cutting governance considerations, such as trust calibration, bias control, privacy-by-design, cultural alignment, in line with emerging global guidance and reporting standards. Overall, we aim to link theory, measures, applications, and governance to verifiable gains in human wellness.

The impact of mobile mental health interventions on depressive and anxiety symptoms among university students: A scoping review

2026-05-18T16:05:28+08:00

Globally, mental health problems such as depression and anxiety have become increasingly prominent among university students, posing serious threats to their academic performance, social functioning, and personal development. Traditional mental health service models face numerous challenges, including resource scarcity, poor accessibility, and stigmatization, making it difficult to meet the substantial demand. This scoping review aims to systematically evaluate the effectiveness of mobile mental health interventions (mMHIs) in reducing depressive and anxiety symptoms among university students, identify key influencing factors, and explore the limitations of existing research as well as future directions. Following the PRISMA-ScR reporting guidelines, this study conducted a systematic review of relevant literature through structured processes of searching, screening, eligibility assessment, and data extraction, ultimately including 53 articles for analysis. The review reveals that mMHIs, particularly applications based on cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness, demonstrate significant potential in improving depressive and anxiety symptoms among university students. The findings indicate that these interventions can effectively alleviate symptoms, enhance psychological resilience and well-being, and exhibit high levels of acceptability and feasibility. However, challenges related to user engagement and retention rates, heterogeneity in intervention effects, and the need for in-depth research on specific cultural contexts and long-term outcomes remain critical areas requiring future attention. This review not only synthesizes the evidence from current research but also identifies gaps in the existing knowledge base, providing important insights for future research directions and practical applications.

RETRACTED: Psychological well-being and multimodal predictors of operational safety in heavy-haul railway drivers

2026-05-18T12:15:49+08:00

Negative emotional contagion and online rumor sharing: The mediating role of perceived rumor credibility

2026-05-18T16:05:26+08:00

The widespread use of social media has fundamentally reshaped how rumors emerge and spread. Online rumors thereby endanger not only informational accuracy but also psychological well-being and the integrity of digital ecosystems. Grounded in emotional contagion theory and cognitive–behavioral dual processes frameworks, this study examines the extent to which negative emotional contagion shapes online rumor-sharing behavior and assesses whether perceived rumor credibility functions as a mediating mechanism. Drawing on data from 116 internet users exposed to real-world rumor materials and matched debunking information, the results indicate that negative emotional contagion is a significant predictor of rumor-sharing tendencies and that perceived credibility partially mediates this association. These findings elucidate the psychological pathways through which emotionally arousing misinformation gains traction in digital contexts and underscore the importance of addressing both affective and cognitive processes in efforts to prevent the spread of online rumors.

The therapeutic effect of playing with crickets on children in the senior class

2026-05-18T16:05:30+08:00

This study focuses on the trend of younger onset in mental health issues among Chinese populations and investigates the intervention efficacy by using crickets as a therapeutic medium for senior kindergarten children. Using a convenience sampling method, 60 children aged 5–7 years from a kindergarten in Heze, Shandong Province, were selected to interact with adult male Gryllus bimaculatus. Data were collected through teacher observations using a self-developed structured questionnaire. Playing with crickets has a positive impact on four aspects of children's lives including living habits, emotional state, social interaction, and learning outcomes. The binary logistic regression model shows that social interaction, emotional state, and learning outcomes have a significant positive promoting effect on children's psychological adjustment. Among them, social interaction has the most significant effect, while living habits have a significant negative correlation with children's psychological adjustment. In response to adverse effects, this study proposes strategies for integrating insect-interaction activities, such as cricket engagement, into kindergarten curricula.