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Risk and protective factors for non-communicable chronic diseases among primary education teachers

Research

" Fatores de risco e proteção para doenças crônicas não transmissíveis entre professores da educação básica": The article investigates the prevalence of risk and protective factors for noncommunicable chronic diseases among primary education teachers in Montes Claros, Brazil. Conducted in 2016, this cross-sectional study found that smoking, alcohol abuse, overweight, and mental health issues were common risk factors, while physical activity and a balanced diet were notable protective factors. The study also highlighted significant differences in these factors based on gender, age, and job satisfaction, emphasizing the need for targeted health interventions to improve teachers' well-being and reduce the prevalence of NCDs in this population.

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Publisher
Revista Brasileira de Saúde Ocupacional
Country
Brazil
Year of publication
2023
Region
Latin America
Topics
Leadership Physical health
Available in
Portuguese
Categories of staff
Teachers
Level of education
Primary education
Resource type
Web page

Quality of life: A well-lived future in the present

Opinion/commentary

"Qualidade de vida: Um futuro bem vivido no presente" highlights the journey of Ney Conceição Messias Junior, a former public school teacher who transformed his life through meditation and mindfulness. At 61, Ney combines intense physical activities with his work as a gerontology specialist, advocating for successful aging and quality of life. He emphasizes the importance of mental and emotional self-care, sharing his experiences of overcoming health issues through meditation.

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Publisher
Confederação Nacional dos Trabalhadores em Educação
Country
Brazil
Year of publication
2023
Region
Latin America
Topics
Mental health
Available in
Portuguese
Categories of staff
Teachers
Resource type
Web page

Anxiety, depression, and hopelessness are among the most common disorders affecting teachers, according to research

Opinion/commentary

"Ansiedade, depressão e desesperança estão entre os distúrbios que mais acometem os professores, aponta pesquisa": The article reveals that anxiety, depression, and hopelessness are among the most common disorders affecting teachers. Conducted with 714 education workers, the study highlights the impact of remote work on their emotional health, noting physical issues like vocal cord problems and repetitive strain injuries, as well as psychological issues such as chronic stress and burnout. The findings emphasize the need for better working conditions, mental health support, and the importance of addressing the root causes of these health problems rather than just treating the symptoms.

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Publisher
Confederação Nacional dos Trabalhadores em Educação
Country
Brazil
Year of publication
2022
Region
Latin America
Topics
Mental health
Available in
Portuguese
Categories of staff
Teachers
Resource type
Web page

Social-emotional competencies for teachers

Webinar and conference recordings

The course "Competências Socioemocionais para Professores" offered on the Humane platform by Instituto Ayrton Senna is designed to support educators in developing key social-emotional skills essential for fostering inclusive and holistic learning environments. It provides structured content and practical strategies aimed at enhancing emotional regulation, empathy, collaboration, and classroom management. Access to the course requires filling in a form to login, ensuring that all content and personal data are protected in accordance with privacy standards

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Publisher
Instituto Ayrton Senna
Country
Brazil
Year of publication
2020
Region
Latin America
Topics
Social emotional skills
Available in
Portuguese
Categories of staff
Teachers
Resource type
Video

Social-emotional competencies of educators: Their central role in a conception of holistic education

Research

"Competências socioemocionais de educadore: Seu papel central para uma concepção de educação integral" explores the critical role of teachers' social-emotional competencies in promoting holistic education. It presents a framework and taxonomy developed through scientific research and practical experience, identifying key competencies such as emotional self-regulation, inventiveness, connection with others, and instructional management. These skills are shown to influence not only teacher well-being and professional satisfaction but also the learning environment and student development. The study emphasizes the need for intentional and evidence-based teacher training programs that integrate these competencies.

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Publisher
Instituto Ayrton Senna
Country
Brazil
Year of publication
2020
Region
Latin America
Topics
Social emotional skills Social protection
Available in
Portuguese
Categories of staff
Teachers
Resource type
Downloadable file

Working conditions and teacher health

Research

This publication collects a series of articles that examine the critical relationship between teachers' working conditions and their physical and mental health. It highlights the growing stress and pressure faced by educators due to neoliberal education policies, increased workloads, and precarious employment. Through diverse contributions from Latin American educators and researchers, the publication underscores how systemic issues, such as privatization and market-driven reforms, have led to deteriorating health outcomes among teachers.

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Publisher
Red SEPA (Social para la Educación Pública en América)
Country
Argentina Brazil Mexico
Year of publication
2018
Region
Latin America
Topics
Mental health Physical health Working conditions Workload
Available in
Spanish, Castilian
Categories of staff
Teachers Education support personnel School leaders
Resource type
Downloadable file