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Biography
Laura Carmona is a doctoral researcher at the University of Lisbon's Faculty of Psychology (CicPsi), Portugal. Her research primarily focuses on occupational psychology, particularly concerning emergency services personnel.
Carmona's work includes a systematic review and meta-analysis on post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) among peacekeepers, identifying key risk and protective factors such as deployment stressors and social support . She has also co-authored studies examining the impact of leadership styles on firefighters' well-being during emergencies, highlighting the role of leadership in reducing stress levels among subordinates .
Additionally, Carmona has contributed to research on the lifestyle and well-being of Portuguese firefighters, emphasizing the importance of healthy lifestyle habits in promoting flourishing and coping with occupational stress .
Her work is published in various journals, including the European Journal of Psychotraumatology and the journal Fire, and she has presented her findings at international conferences .
Research Interest
Laura Carmona's research interests primarily focus on occupational psychology, particularly in the context of emergency services and first responders. Her work explores the psychological well-being and stress management of professionals working in high-stress environments, such as firefighters, police officers, and peacekeepers. She investigates the impact of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), leadership styles, and organizational factors on the mental health and performance of these individuals. Carmona’s research delves into the role of social support, coping mechanisms, and lifestyle habits in mitigating the negative effects of occupational stress. Additionally, she examines the influence of psychological interventions on improving well-being and resilience among emergency workers. Through systematic reviews, meta-analyses, and empirical studies, Carmona aims to provide insights that can inform policies and interventions designed to support the mental health of first responders and enhance their performance in high-pressure situations. Her work is crucial for developing strategies to improve both individual and organizational health outcomes in emergency services.
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byLaura Carmona, Raquel Pinheiro, Joana Faria-Anjos, Sónia Namorado and Maria José Chambel
Background: Firefighters are subject to a variety of stressors, hence the importance of equipping them with resources that contribute to the management of these stressors. Aims: Considering that a healthy lifestyle is one of these resources, this study aimed to characterize the lifestyle of a Portuguese firefighters sample, rate their general lifestyle level, and analyze its association with their subjective well-being (i.e., flourishing). Methods: A sample of 860 firefighters responded to an adapted version of the FANTASTIC. Res...ults: The results showed that most (72.8%) had a good lifestyle. However, regarding each habit, a significant percentage had bad habits: sometimes consuming high-calorie foods (81.2%); sometimes having difficulties sleeping (50.9%); drinking more than 4 - 5 alcoholic drinks on the same occasion (43.9%); and exceeding their ideal weight by more than 8 kg (29.7%). However, a marked percentage also had healthy habits: having people to talk to (71%) and giving and receiving affection (63.5%); exercising at least once a week (81.5%); not smoking (63.9%); almost always eating healthily (26.7%); sometimes sleeping well (50.2%); and managing stress (56.7%). As expected, the assumption that firefighters’ lifestyle is related to their flourishing was supported. Conclusion: A healthy lifestyle is an important resource to ensure the firefighters’ flourishing and should be a part of the day-to-day life of these professionals.
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