The Maria Grzegorzewska University

Adoption Narratives as Hero’s Journeys in Polish Children’s Literature

Abstract One of the recurring functions of children’s literature is to help young readers anticipate and interpret challenges that may arise in both ordinary and unexpected life situations. Within this framework, the present study examines literary texts intended for readers aged...

Delusion of Pregnancy: An Updated Systematic Review

Delusion of pregnancy (DoP) is a rare psychopathological symptom characterised by the fixed, delusional conviction of being pregnant in the absence of objective evidence. The systematic review by Bera and Sarkar remains, to this day, the principal quantitative reference on the ph...

Older Adults’ Perceived Barriers to Non-Joining Community-Based Cognitive Stimulation Programs: A Qualitative Study

Abstract Despite the growing availability of community-based cognitive interventions, relatively few older adults participate in such programs, and reasons for non-participation remain insufficiently understood. This qualitative study explored older adults’ perceived barriers to...

Understanding Hunting Intentions in Poland: The Role of Attitudes, Personality, and Psychological Needs

According to the Theory of Planned Behavior and multiple previous studies, attitudes toward animal use and toward hunting, as well as commitment to consuming game meat, are important predictors of hunting intentions. Research is less consistent regarding psychological predictors...