Evangelos Bebetsos
Biographic Data
| ID | 6689308 |
|---|---|
| NAME | Evangelos Bebetsos |
| GIVEN NAMES | Evangelos |
| FAMILY NAME | Bebetsos |
| SIGNATURE | BEBETSOS E |
| AFFILIATIONS | Democritus University of Thrace |
| ORCID | 0000-0002-3307-9021 |
| VERIFIED | Yes |
| TOTAL WORKS | 11 |
| TOTAL CITATIONS | 10 |
| AUTHOR COUNT | 11 |
| EDITOR COUNT | 0 |
| FIRST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2002 |
| LATEST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2026 |
| H-INDEX | 1 |
Ioannis Chrysafis, the Greek Gymnasts, and Their Innovative Gymnastic Theory
Effects of a Physical Exercise Intervention on Emotional Intelligence in Older Adults
Emotional intelligence is a key determinant of healthy aging, contributing to psychological resilience and quality of life. Physical activity has been recognized as a promising means to enhance emotional functioning, especially when it involves social interaction. This study examined the effect of an 18-week structured physical exercise program on emotional intelligence in older adults, as measured by the trait emotional intelligence subscale of …
The role of self-esteem on motivational aspects of Greek blind athletes competing in individual and team sports
Physical activity and sports can be considered important sources of motivation for people with visual impairments; however limited attention has been given to blind peoples' involvement in sports and to the intra-personal variables such as self-esteem and motivation that affect their sport participation. The purpose of the present study was a) to explore the relationship between self-esteem and intrinsic motivation in blind athletes, and b) to as…
Impact of Covid-19 on the Psychology of Coaches
The development of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to the World Health Organization (WHO), raises concerns about heightened stress and anxiety in people’s lives. The purpose of this research was to investigate the emotional influence of COVID-19 that professional coaches faced and how they managed to deal with social seclusion during the second wave of COVID-19. More precisely, it was investigated whether the age and educational level of coaches…
Gender-Related Attitudes toward Homosexuality in Greece
The purpose of this study is to investigate the relevance of the “Attitudes toward Lesbians and Gay Men” (ATLG) Scale developed by G. M. Herek to the Greek society. The study consists of two stages or sub-studies. At the first stage, the sample consisted of 186 undergraduate university students and at the second, 254 undergraduate university students, who studied at the Department of Physical Education and Sport Science, Democritus University of …
Physical Activity and Sedentary Behaviors of Young Children
Over the last decade, the lives of children in several countries, including Greece, have been affected by recession. The aim of the present study was (a) to examine time trends in physical activity (PA) and screen time (ST) of Greek preschool children, together with their family affluence (FA), from 2009 until 2018, and to explore the associations among them; and (b) to investigate the connections of parental educational level and children's BMIs…
Motivation Psychological Characteristics of Canoe-Kayak Sprint Elite Youth Athletes
The objective of the current study was the investigation of anxiety and satisfaction levels among Elite Greek Youth athletes of Canoe-Kayak Sprint. Additionally, whether elements such as gender, age, athletic experience, and weekly practice-time, differentiated the sample. 122 athletes, (61 males and 61 females) between the ages of 15-17 yrs. old, who competed in the Hellenic Federation’s Canoe-Kayak Sprint National Championships. Study participa…
How important is the role of national division and experience on water polo players’ levels of anxiety and aggression
Theory and practice of sport psychology suggest that emotional and behavioral states of anxiety and aggression both affect athletic performance. The aim of the present study was the investigation of possible differentiation among water -polo male and female players according to their anxiety, anger and aggression levels. The sample consisted of 225 players (120 men, 105 women), between the ages of 17–39 years old. They completed the Greek version…
The effects of an outdoor exercise program on mood states among the elderly
The purpose of this paper is to evaluate the effects of a 12-week outdoor recreational exercise program on the mood state of 45 sedentary elderly people aged 60 to 75. The variables comprising mood state were positive engagement, revitalization, tranquillity and physical exhaustion. Subjects were allocated to an exercise group (n=30) and a control group (n=15). Exercise was performed for one hour, two times a week, by the experimental group where…
Attitudes and intention of Greek and Cypriot primary education teachers towards teaching pupils with special educational needs in mainstream schools
The aim of the study was to record the attitudes and intentions of Greek and Cypriot primary education teachers towards teaching children with special educational needs (SENs) in mainstream schools. The instrument used was based on ‘Planned Behaviour Theory’. The sample of the study included 179 educators, 87 from Greece (34 men, 52 women) and 92 from Cyprus (15 men, 70 women). Descriptive statistics indicated that school teachers have positive a…
Physically Active Students' Intentions and Self-Efficacy Towards Healthy Eating
This study investigated intentions and self-efficacy of physically active university students towards healthy eating. The application of Planned Behavior theory has shown that attitudes, intention, perceived behavioral control, and subjective norms play an important role in shaping people's behavior. 96 students, who participated in physical activities, voluntarily completed the Questionnaire for the Planned Behavior Model and the Health Behavior…
Attitudes and intention of Greek and Cypriot primary education teachers towards teaching pupils with special educational needs in mainstream schools
The aim of the study was to record the attitudes and intentions of Greek and Cypriot primary education teachers towards teaching children with special educational needs (SENs) in mainstream schools. The instrument used was based on ‘Planned Behaviour Theory’. The sample of the study included 179 educators, 87 from Greece (34 men, 52 women) and 92 from Cyprus (15 men, 70 women). Descriptive statistics indicated that school teachers have positive a…
The effects of an outdoor exercise program on mood states among the elderly
The purpose of this paper is to evaluate the effects of a 12-week outdoor recreational exercise program on the mood state of 45 sedentary elderly people aged 60 to 75. The variables comprising mood state were positive engagement, revitalization, tranquillity and physical exhaustion. Subjects were allocated to an exercise group (n=30) and a control group (n=15). Exercise was performed for one hour, two times a week, by the experimental group where…
Physically Active Students' Intentions and Self-Efficacy Towards Healthy Eating
This study investigated intentions and self-efficacy of physically active university students towards healthy eating. The application of Planned Behavior theory has shown that attitudes, intention, perceived behavioral control, and subjective norms play an important role in shaping people's behavior. 96 students, who participated in physical activities, voluntarily completed the Questionnaire for the Planned Behavior Model and the Health Behavior…
Attitudes and intention of Greek and Cypriot primary education teachers towards teaching pupils with special educational needs in mainstream schools
The aim of the study was to record the attitudes and intentions of Greek and Cypriot primary education teachers towards teaching children with special educational needs (SENs) in mainstream schools. The instrument used was based on ‘Planned Behaviour Theory’. The sample of the study included 179 educators, 87 from Greece (34 men, 52 women) and 92 from Cyprus (15 men, 70 women). Descriptive statistics indicated that school teachers have positive a…
The effects of an outdoor exercise program on mood states among the elderly
The purpose of this paper is to evaluate the effects of a 12-week outdoor recreational exercise program on the mood state of 45 sedentary elderly people aged 60 to 75. The variables comprising mood state were positive engagement, revitalization, tranquillity and physical exhaustion. Subjects were allocated to an exercise group (n=30) and a control group (n=15). Exercise was performed for one hour, two times a week, by the experimental group where…
How important is the role of national division and experience on water polo players’ levels of anxiety and aggression
Theory and practice of sport psychology suggest that emotional and behavioral states of anxiety and aggression both affect athletic performance. The aim of the present study was the investigation of possible differentiation among water -polo male and female players according to their anxiety, anger and aggression levels. The sample consisted of 225 players (120 men, 105 women), between the ages of 17–39 years old. They completed the Greek version…
Motivation Psychological Characteristics of Canoe-Kayak Sprint Elite Youth Athletes
The objective of the current study was the investigation of anxiety and satisfaction levels among Elite Greek Youth athletes of Canoe-Kayak Sprint. Additionally, whether elements such as gender, age, athletic experience, and weekly practice-time, differentiated the sample. 122 athletes, (61 males and 61 females) between the ages of 15-17 yrs. old, who competed in the Hellenic Federation’s Canoe-Kayak Sprint National Championships. Study participa…
Physical Activity and Sedentary Behaviors of Young Children
Over the last decade, the lives of children in several countries, including Greece, have been affected by recession. The aim of the present study was (a) to examine time trends in physical activity (PA) and screen time (ST) of Greek preschool children, together with their family affluence (FA), from 2009 until 2018, and to explore the associations among them; and (b) to investigate the connections of parental educational level and children's BMIs…
Gender-Related Attitudes toward Homosexuality in Greece
The purpose of this study is to investigate the relevance of the “Attitudes toward Lesbians and Gay Men” (ATLG) Scale developed by G. M. Herek to the Greek society. The study consists of two stages or sub-studies. At the first stage, the sample consisted of 186 undergraduate university students and at the second, 254 undergraduate university students, who studied at the Department of Physical Education and Sport Science, Democritus University of …
Impact of Covid-19 on the Psychology of Coaches
The development of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to the World Health Organization (WHO), raises concerns about heightened stress and anxiety in people’s lives. The purpose of this research was to investigate the emotional influence of COVID-19 that professional coaches faced and how they managed to deal with social seclusion during the second wave of COVID-19. More precisely, it was investigated whether the age and educational level of coaches…
The role of self-esteem on motivational aspects of Greek blind athletes competing in individual and team sports
Physical activity and sports can be considered important sources of motivation for people with visual impairments; however limited attention has been given to blind peoples' involvement in sports and to the intra-personal variables such as self-esteem and motivation that affect their sport participation. The purpose of the present study was a) to explore the relationship between self-esteem and intrinsic motivation in blind athletes, and b) to as…
Ioannis Chrysafis, the Greek Gymnasts, and Their Innovative Gymnastic Theory
Effects of a Physical Exercise Intervention on Emotional Intelligence in Older Adults
Emotional intelligence is a key determinant of healthy aging, contributing to psychological resilience and quality of life. Physical activity has been recognized as a promising means to enhance emotional functioning, especially when it involves social interaction. This study examined the effect of an 18-week structured physical exercise program on emotional intelligence in older adults, as measured by the trait emotional intelligence subscale of …
Psychology (9 works) · Medicine (6 works) · Social Psychology (6 works) · Clinical Psychology (5 works) · Clinical Psychology (4 works) · Motivation and Self-Concept in Sports (4 works) · Physical therapy (4 works) · Psychiatry (4 works) · Anxiety (3 works) · Behavioral Health and Interventions (3 works)