Veritati

Institutional Repository of the Universidade Católica Portuguesa

The Institutional Repository (Veritati) is a reference platform for those who want to access scientific production, as well as master's dissertations and doctoral theses, developed within the scope of the teaching and research activities of the Universidade Católica Portuguesa (UCP).

As part of the RCAAP project (Repositórios Científicos de Acesso Aberto de Portugal), it aims to preserve and disseminate scientific production, thus increasing its visibility and impact.

The Institutional Repository is also integrated into the UCP science management ecosystem, which includes, namely, the Ciência-UCP platform and the Scientific Journals of Universidade Católica Portuguesa portal

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A relação entre as modalidades de trabalho com o work-life balance e a intenção de turnover na geração Z

Publication . André, Rafaela Silva Pereira Ramos; Monarca, Maria Adélia de Jesus

Este estudo investigou como as modalidades de trabalho 100% remota, 100% presencial e híbrida influenciam o work-life balance e a intenção de turnover na Geração Z. Utilizou-se método de investigação quantitativo, com amostragem não probabilística por conveniência e a técnica bola de neve na recolha de dados. A amostra foi composta por 84 indivíduos entre 18 e 29 anos, falantes da língua portuguesa e profissionalmente ativos. Os dados foram recolhidos por meio de um questionário disponibilizado na plataforma Qualtrics, incluindo variáveis sociodemográficas, a Escala de Work–Life Balance e a Escala de Intenção de Turnover. Os resultados indicam que a modalidade de trabalho não se relaciona significativamente com o WLB. Verificou-se correlação positiva entre a interferência do trabalho na vida pessoal e a intenção de turnover, bem como entre a interferência da vida pessoal no trabalho e a intenção de turnover. Já o enriquecimento do trabalho para a vida pessoal apresentou correlação negativa com a intenção de turnover. A modalidade de trabalho híbrida foi a preferida entre os participantes e esteve associada a níveis mais baixos de intenção de turnover. Conclui-se que, ao proporcionar maior flexibilidade, essa modalidade atende melhor às demandas da Geração Z, contribuindo para sua permanência nas organizações.

2025-06-01Master thesis

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O papel da inteligência emocional e as diferenças entre mulheres e homens no equilíbrio entre o trabalho e a vida pessoal

Publication . Vilar, Gabriela Penafort; Monarca, Maria Adélia de Jesus

Este estudo transversal e quantitativo investigou a associação entre a inteligência emocional (IE) e o equilíbrio entre o trabalho e a vida pessoal (WLB), além das diferenças entre mulheres e homens, no contexto português. A lacuna está na escassez de pesquisas em contexto português e dimensões desses construtos. Amostra com 92 participantes, sendo composta na maioria por mulheres (n = 62). Utilizou-se a escala de Schutte (SSEIT) para IE e de Hayman (2005) para WLB, com análises de correlação (Pearson) e comparação (Teste t). Não houve correlação global significativa entre IE e WLB, mas o enriquecimento do trabalho na vida pessoal (WPLE) correlacionou-se positivamente com o gerenciamento das próprias emoções (GPE) e das emoções dos outros (GEO). Em relação às diferenças, as mulheres apresentaram o GEO mais elevado que os homens, mas sem diferenças significativas no WLB global. Concluiu-se que habilidades emocionais (GPE/GEO) podem promover o enriquecimento trabalho-vida, mas não mitigam interferências mútuas. As organizações podem adotar estratégias combinadas (treinamentos em IE e políticas de flexibilidade). A ausência de diferenças de sexo no WLB sugere que contextos específicos (e.g., ausência de dependentes) podem neutralizar disparidades culturais. Recomenda-se ampliar a amostra e incluir variáveis contextuais em futuras pesquisas.

2025-07-17Master thesis

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Referencing criteria for specialised consultation in complex wound care

Publication . Miranda, Liliana Grilo; Lourenço, Óscar; Neves-Amado, João; Alves, Paulo

Objective: This study aims to validate a referral model for specialised nursing consultation in the treatment of patients with complex wounds. Methods: A sequential mixed-methods design was used. First, a focus group with national wound care experts was conducted to identify and discuss potential referral indicators based on current clinical practice and the existing literature. The preliminary criteria were then evaluated and refined through a two-round Delphi survey involving a multidisciplinary panel of specialists. Consensus was defined as ?70% agreement among participants. Results: Fourteen referral criteria achieved expert consensus, with several, such as the need for advanced therapies, multidisciplinary management, and the presence of peripheral vascular disease, reaching over 90% agreement. The most frequently prioritised indicators for referral included wound complexity (exposure of fascia or surgical material, presence of non-viable tissue, or associated vascular pathology) and the need for innovative advanced therapies (e.g., negative-pressure wound therapy, topical oxygen therapy). Conclusions: This validated set of referral criteria offers a structured, evidence-informed tool to support timely and appropriate referral to specialised nursing consultation, enhancing consistency, quality, and efficiency in wound management. Beyond clinical utility, these criteria may serve as a foundation for national referral policies, interprofessional collaboration, and future digital decision-support systems aimed at optimising complex wound care.

2025-11-26Research article

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Psychological interventions for the treatment of patients with chronic dermatoses: a systematic literature review

Publication . Almeida, Vera; Ferreira, Ângela; Veloso, Ana; Rocha, Rita; Leite, Ângela; Teixeira, Ana

Objectives: Chronic dermatoses are extremely prevalent and can manifest in various forms across genders and ages. Faced with the symptoms experienced by these conditions and the patient’s perception of the disease and its manifestation, it often leads to isolation and difficulty in emotional regulation. All these symptoms are associated with low quality of life, resulting in depressive and anxious symptomatology. Methods: This systematic literature review aims to study psychosocial interventions with an impact on the treatment of patients with chronic dermatoses. Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) guidelines were followed, guiding a systematic search across PubMed, Google Scholar, and PsycNet databases. The considered studies reported the impact of interventions when applied to patients with chronic dermatoses. All the studies found were published in peer-reviewed journals. Results: The analysis revealed that interventions based on mindfulness, self-compassion, and self-help showed promise, with several studies reporting reductions in disease-related suffering and improvements in quality of life. However, the results were heterogeneous, with some interventions showing no significant benefit over control conditions for specific outcomes like anxiety or appearance-related distress. Conclusions: The development of research lines to enhance knowledge in this field will allow for significant improvements in therapeutic care for patients with chronic dermatoses, aiming to support professionals in the development of integrative therapeutic strategies for these patients in their clinical practice.

2025-11-17Review article

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Veiled in pixels: identity and intercultural negotiation among faceless Emirati women in digital spaces

Publication . Arnuco, Monerica

In today’s digital world where presence is often equated with personal visibility, the choice of Emirati women to remain faceless on social media presents a powerful counter narrative—one that reveals the complexities of identity, modesty and belonging in a hyperconnected multicultural society. This study takes a closer look at how these women manage their online identities by intentionally choosing not to show their faces on Instagram. Using digital ethnography and thematic analysis, this article explores how they navigate the balance between global expectations of self-expression and the traditional values of modesty and honor. Over a three-month period, the study observes their activity on Instagram, analyzing shared images to see how facelessness becomes a form of agency. The findings highlight the tension between Western-centric paradigms of identity and selfhood, proposing digital veiling as a transferable framework for understanding how modesty, discretion and agency are negotiated across digital cultures. This article contributes to the broader conversation on digital identity, gendered representation and intercultural negotiation by foregrounding the silent yet strategic practices of women who remain unseen but not unheard.

2025-11-14Research article

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