Francesca Latino
Dados Biográficos
| ID | 6949848 |
|---|---|
| NOME | Francesca Latino |
| PRENOMES | Francesca |
| SOBRENOME | Latino |
| ASSINATURA | LATINO F |
| AFILIAÇÕES | Pegaso University |
| ORCID | 0000-0003-0302-6145 |
| VERIFICADO | Sim |
| TOTAL DE OBRAS | 10 |
| TOTAL DE CITAÇÕES | 1 |
| TOTAL COMO AUTOR | 10 |
| TOTAL COMO EDITOR | 0 |
| PRIMEIRO ANO DE PUBLICAÇÃO | 2021 |
| ANO MAIS RECENTE DE PUBLICAÇÃO | 2025 |
| ÍNDICE H | 1 |
Understanding the Psycho-Physiological Impact of Bullying on Adolescents
Bullying and cyberbullying are significant challenges faced by children and adolescents in their daily lives, often leading to severe psychological and physiological harm. A promising avenue of research in this area focuses on the physiological stress responses triggered by bullying experiences. This study aimed to examine the potential of group task-oriented physical education as a mediator between bullying and stress-related physiological respo…
School-Based Physical Activity, Cognitive Performance and Circadian Rhythms
Background. Physical activity enhances cognitive performance in adolescents, yet the role of circadian timing within the school day remains poorly understood. Purpose. This study examined whether the timing of school-based physical activity (morning, midday, afternoon) influences cognitive performance, subjective alertness, and mood states in early adolescents. Methods. A 12-week crossover intervention was conducted with 102 students (aged 12-13 …
Enhancing Academic Performance, Cognitive Functions, and Mental Well-Being Through Active Breaks
Active breaks offer a simple and effective strategy to promote students' holistic well-being-encompassing both psychological and cognitive dimensions-thereby preparing future professionals to manage stress and maintain performance in high-demand environments
Academic Self-Pressure and Physiological Responses in Adolescents
Academic self-pressure is a significant source of stress for students, with physiological and cognitive implications that can influence academic performance. This study investigated the impact of academic self-pressure on heart rate variability (HRV) and cognitive performance, exploring the moderating role of physical activity through an experimental intervention. A randomized controlled trial (RCT) was conducted on a sample of 50 secondary schoo…
Physical Education Teacher’s Continuing Professional Development Affects the Physiological and Cognitive Well-Being of School-Age Children
A burgeoning corpus of scholarly inquiry indicates that engagement in physical activity among children yields a plethora of advantageous outcomes, including enhanced cardiorespiratory endurance, improved academic performance, augmented cognitive functioning, as well as advancements in social and psychological well-being. Given that students participate in schooling for up to 200 days per annum, physical education (PE) possesses the potential to s…
Effects of Pilates Training on Physical, Physiological and Psychological Performance in Young/Adolescent Volleyball Players
Young athletes are constantly developing, and their performance reflects this ongoing process. By understanding performance variations and implementing appropriate training strategies, coaches and stakeholders can help young athletes develop their skills and athletic potential, as well as psychological well-being. Volleyball skills, such as explosive strength and serving precision, play a crucial role in determining the outcomes of volleyball mat…
Analysis of self-perceived use of spectrum of teaching styles in Italian physical education teachers
Introduction The present study aims to assess PE teachers' perception about the use of teaching styles during curricular lessons. Methods The sample involved a total of 83 PE teachers (M = 41, F = 42, main age = 43,74 ± 10,76) divided according to years of service (0–4 = 36%, 5–10 = 34%, and over 10 = 30%) and academic training (Higher Institutes of Physical Education = 44% and master's degree = 56%). Teachers complete a digitalized version of a …
Weekly Variations of Well-Being and Interactions with Training and Match Intensities
The aim of this study was two-fold: (i) analyze the weekly variations of well-being and training/match intensity measures in youth soccer players, and (ii) test relations between well-being and training intensity outcomes. The study followed a descriptive case study design. Twenty-seven under-17 male soccer players were monitored for well-being and training intensity parameters over seventeen consecutive weeks. An adjusted version of the Hooper q…
The Role of Parental Involvement in Youth Sport Experience
Parents play a key role in the youth sports educational experience. They are responsible for the introduction of their children to physical or sporting education and their involvement has been associated with sport participation in early stages. The aims of this cross-sectional study were, first, to assess the perceived and desired parental involvement by children and, secondly, to examine their satisfaction or dissatisfaction with any specific b…
Proposal for a Fitness Program in the School Setting during the Covid 19 Pandemic
Background: The Italian government promoted social distancing, in which the suspension of any social event, suspension of all activities practiced in gyms, sports centers and their closure was ordered. The social distancing in the school environment and the use of strategies to limit viral infection are not very compatible with group motor activity and team sports. The aim of this study is to verify the effectiveness of a CrossFit program in orde…
Analysis of self-perceived use of spectrum of teaching styles in Italian physical education teachers
Introduction The present study aims to assess PE teachers' perception about the use of teaching styles during curricular lessons. Methods The sample involved a total of 83 PE teachers (M = 41, F = 42, main age = 43,74 ± 10,76) divided according to years of service (0–4 = 36%, 5–10 = 34%, and over 10 = 30%) and academic training (Higher Institutes of Physical Education = 44% and master's degree = 56%). Teachers complete a digitalized version of a …
The Role of Parental Involvement in Youth Sport Experience
Parents play a key role in the youth sports educational experience. They are responsible for the introduction of their children to physical or sporting education and their involvement has been associated with sport participation in early stages. The aims of this cross-sectional study were, first, to assess the perceived and desired parental involvement by children and, secondly, to examine their satisfaction or dissatisfaction with any specific b…
Proposal for a Fitness Program in the School Setting during the Covid 19 Pandemic
Background: The Italian government promoted social distancing, in which the suspension of any social event, suspension of all activities practiced in gyms, sports centers and their closure was ordered. The social distancing in the school environment and the use of strategies to limit viral infection are not very compatible with group motor activity and team sports. The aim of this study is to verify the effectiveness of a CrossFit program in orde…
Weekly Variations of Well-Being and Interactions with Training and Match Intensities
The aim of this study was two-fold: (i) analyze the weekly variations of well-being and training/match intensity measures in youth soccer players, and (ii) test relations between well-being and training intensity outcomes. The study followed a descriptive case study design. Twenty-seven under-17 male soccer players were monitored for well-being and training intensity parameters over seventeen consecutive weeks. An adjusted version of the Hooper q…
Physical Education Teacher’s Continuing Professional Development Affects the Physiological and Cognitive Well-Being of School-Age Children
A burgeoning corpus of scholarly inquiry indicates that engagement in physical activity among children yields a plethora of advantageous outcomes, including enhanced cardiorespiratory endurance, improved academic performance, augmented cognitive functioning, as well as advancements in social and psychological well-being. Given that students participate in schooling for up to 200 days per annum, physical education (PE) possesses the potential to s…
Effects of Pilates Training on Physical, Physiological and Psychological Performance in Young/Adolescent Volleyball Players
Young athletes are constantly developing, and their performance reflects this ongoing process. By understanding performance variations and implementing appropriate training strategies, coaches and stakeholders can help young athletes develop their skills and athletic potential, as well as psychological well-being. Volleyball skills, such as explosive strength and serving precision, play a crucial role in determining the outcomes of volleyball mat…
Analysis of self-perceived use of spectrum of teaching styles in Italian physical education teachers
Introduction The present study aims to assess PE teachers' perception about the use of teaching styles during curricular lessons. Methods The sample involved a total of 83 PE teachers (M = 41, F = 42, main age = 43,74 ± 10,76) divided according to years of service (0–4 = 36%, 5–10 = 34%, and over 10 = 30%) and academic training (Higher Institutes of Physical Education = 44% and master's degree = 56%). Teachers complete a digitalized version of a …
Understanding the Psycho-Physiological Impact of Bullying on Adolescents
Bullying and cyberbullying are significant challenges faced by children and adolescents in their daily lives, often leading to severe psychological and physiological harm. A promising avenue of research in this area focuses on the physiological stress responses triggered by bullying experiences. This study aimed to examine the potential of group task-oriented physical education as a mediator between bullying and stress-related physiological respo…
School-Based Physical Activity, Cognitive Performance and Circadian Rhythms
Background. Physical activity enhances cognitive performance in adolescents, yet the role of circadian timing within the school day remains poorly understood. Purpose. This study examined whether the timing of school-based physical activity (morning, midday, afternoon) influences cognitive performance, subjective alertness, and mood states in early adolescents. Methods. A 12-week crossover intervention was conducted with 102 students (aged 12-13 …
Enhancing Academic Performance, Cognitive Functions, and Mental Well-Being Through Active Breaks
Active breaks offer a simple and effective strategy to promote students' holistic well-being-encompassing both psychological and cognitive dimensions-thereby preparing future professionals to manage stress and maintain performance in high-demand environments
Academic Self-Pressure and Physiological Responses in Adolescents
Academic self-pressure is a significant source of stress for students, with physiological and cognitive implications that can influence academic performance. This study investigated the impact of academic self-pressure on heart rate variability (HRV) and cognitive performance, exploring the moderating role of physical activity through an experimental intervention. A randomized controlled trial (RCT) was conducted on a sample of 50 secondary schoo…
Psychology (8 obras) · Cognition (4 obras) · Developmental psychology (4 obras) · Medicine (4 obras) · Motivation and Self-Concept in Sports (4 obras) · Clinical Psychology (3 obras) · Mathematics education (3 obras) · Pedagogy (3 obras) · Physical therapy (3 obras) · Sport Psychology and Performance (3 obras)