Review
Psychiatry
Dominic Carroll, Nisaa Wulan, Zay Yar Swe, Aye Aye Myint, Sanda Sanda, Aye Myat Lwin, Tin Oo, Lei Lei Khaing, Cho Cho San, Win Pa Pa Tun, Karly Cini, Phone Myint Win, Peter Azzopardi
Summary: Adolescence is a critical period for mental health issues to emerge, especially in countries like Myanmar where limited data is available for public mental health responses. The prevalence of depression and suicidal ideation among adolescents in Myanmar is higher than regional averages, with factors such as violence, substance use, and family dynamics being closely linked to mental health. More interventions and improved data collection efforts are necessary to address adolescent mental health in Myanmar.
ASIAN JOURNAL OF PSYCHIATRY
(2021)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Derebe Madoro
Summary: This study found a high prevalence of psychological distress among returnee IDPs in Ethiopia, with factors such as unemployment, inadequate social support, lack of knowledge about post-returnee life, and the number of traumatic events significantly associated with mental distress. It is suggested that support in adapting to new life after returning and consistent psychosocial help be provided for returning IDPs.
NEUROPSYCHIATRIC DISEASE AND TREATMENT
(2021)
Article
Endocrinology & Metabolism
Barbara A. Myers, Rachel Klingensmith, Mary de Groot
Summary: This study compared the mental health experiences of adults with and without diabetes during COVID-19. The results showed that individuals with type 2 diabetes reported more depressive symptoms, lower resilience, and had more COVID-19 risk factors and medical comorbidities.
Article
Psychiatry
Gidey Rtbey, Shegaye Shumet, Belete Birhan, Endalamaw Salelew
Summary: This study aimed to assess the prevalence of mental distress and its associated factors among medical students at the University of Gondar, Northwest Ethiopia. The results showed a high prevalence of mental distress among medical students, with factors such as gender, interest in the field of study, alcohol use, family history of mental illness, and poor social support being significantly associated. It is recommended that the school of medicine should establish counseling centers to address these factors and minimize mental distress.
Article
Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Ruby Greywoode, Thomas Ullman, Laurie Keefer
Summary: This study highlights the low utilization of mental health care among individuals with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) despite the increased odds of psychological distress and functional impairment.
INFLAMMATORY BOWEL DISEASES
(2023)
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Alvin Kuowei Tay, Mohammed Mohsin, Khat Mung Hau, Mohammad Badrudduza, Susheela Balasundaram, Karen Morgan, Nirmalatiban Parthiban, Derrick Silove
Summary: This study examined the associations between CMD prevalence and sociodemographic indices, premigration traumatic events (TEs), postmigration living difficulties (PMLDs), and psychosocial disruptions in Rohingya, Chin, and Kachin refugees from Myanmar relocated to Malaysia. The results showed that factors specific to each ethnic group and differences in exposure to TEs, PMLDs, and psychosocial disruptions explained the differences in CMD prevalence rates across these three groups.
PSYCHOLOGICAL MEDICINE
(2022)
Article
Psychiatry
Stephanie Schrempft, Nick Pullen, Helene Baysson, Ania Wisniak, Maria-Eugenia Zaballa, Francesco Pennacchio, Peter Vollenweider, Pedro Marques-Vidal, Martin Preisig, Idris Guessous, Silvia Stringhini
Summary: This study examines the prevalence and predictors of psychological distress during and after the COVID-19 pandemic wave in Switzerland in 2021. The results show that the prevalence of psychological distress after the pandemic wave is comparable to pre-pandemic levels, and anxiety and depression were highest at the start of the wave and declined with the relaxation of measures. Predictors of psychological distress include younger age, female gender, single parenting, unemployment, changes in employment status, perceived severity and contagiousness of COVID-19, and self-reported post COVID-19 symptoms. These findings emphasize the need for additional mental health support during times of stricter government policies related to COVID-19, while also suggesting that individuals can adapt relatively quickly to the changing context.
JOURNAL OF PSYCHIATRIC RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Qinglin Cheng, Gang Zhao, Junfang Chen, Yuanyuan Deng, Li Xie, Le Wang
Summary: This study investigated the gender differences in the prevalence and impact factors of adolescent dissociative symptoms (ADS) during the COVID-19 pandemic. The results showed that male adolescents had higher ADS scores and positive rates than females. Factors such as conflict relationship with teachers, family expressiveness, family conflict, family organization, and family cohesion were associated with male ADS, while somatic complaint and paranoid ideation were associated with female ADS.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Sawsan M. A. Abuhamdah, Abdallah Y. Naser, Ghada Mohammad Abdelwahab, Ahmad AlQatawneh
Summary: The study found that mental distress is prevalent among university students in Jordan, with more than half experiencing symptoms. Female students, students from non-medical colleges, students in higher grades, students with chronic diseases, and those with low income were associated with higher levels of mental distress. Additionally, most university students received moderate levels of social support from significant others, family members, and friends.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH
(2021)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Marta Fuentes-Alonso, Marta Lopez-Herranz, Ana Lopez-de-Andres, Zichen Ji, Rodrigo Jimenez-Garcia, Clara Maestre-Miquel, Jose J. Zamorano-Leon, Isabel Jimenez-Trujillo, Javier de Miguel-Diez
Summary: Patients with COPD have higher prevalence of mental disorders, psychological distress, and psychiatric medications consumption compared to non-COPD controls. Being a woman, poor self-perceived health, excessive use of health services, and active smoking are associated with poorer mental health in COPD patients.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL MEDICINE
(2021)
Article
Infectious Diseases
Eindra Aung, Kay Thwe Han, Catherine A. Gordon, Nyein Nyein Hlaing, Moe Moe Aye, Myo Win Htun, Khin Thet Wai, Su Mon Myat, Thida Lay Thwe, Aung Tun, Kinley Wangdi, Yuesheng Li, Gail M. Williams, Archie C. A. Clements, Susana Vaz Nery, Donald P. McManus, Darren J. Gray
Summary: This study aimed to examine the status of soil-transmitted helminth (STH) infections in Myanmar and found a high prevalence of STH despite bi-annual deworming. The results prompted the expansion of the national STH control program to include all school-aged children, and the need for improving sanitation and hygiene measures.
INFECTIOUS DISEASES OF POVERTY
(2022)
Article
Psychiatry
Caixia Xie, Jia Zhang, Jia Ping, Xinyu Li, Yu Lv, Limei Liao
Summary: This study investigated the prevalence and influencing factors of psychological distress among nurses in Sichuan, China during the COVID-19 outbreak. The findings showed that 12% of nurses experienced psychological distress at the beginning of the outbreak. Factors such as personal precautionary measures, discomfort caused by protective equipment, perception of hospital safety climate, coping style, and professional title were found to influence psychological distress. Wearing protective equipment correctly, a safe hospital climate, and positive coping style were beneficial for nurses' mental health.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHIATRY
(2022)
Article
Psychiatry
Anushka Dashputre, Kingsley E. Agho, Milan K. Piya, Kristen Glenister, Lisa Bourke, Stephanie Hannah, Ravi Bhat, Uchechukwu L. Osuagwu, David Simmons
Summary: This study describes the prevalence of self-reported mental health problems of psychological distress and depression in a rural region in Australia and aims to identify the factors associated with these problems. The high prevalence of psychological distress and depression in this rural population was consistent with other rural studies. Personal and lifestyle factors were more relevant to mental health problems than the degree of rurality in Victoria.
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Daniel P. Lakin, Kyaw Soe Win, Htin Aung, Khin Nyein Chan Soe, Bo Kyi, Arik V. Marcell, Wietse A. Tol, Judith K. Bass
Summary: The study found that male former political prisoners primarily considered masculinity, self-reliance, morality, and honesty when accepting or declining psychotherapy. Unfamiliarity with psychological therapy and differences in available treatments such as astrologists were connected to stigma surrounding mental health treatment.
Article
Psychiatry
Yueming Chen, Xin Shen, Jing Feng, Zihui Lei, Weixin Zhang, Xingyue Song, Chuanzhu Lv
Summary: The study found that nearly one third of emergency physicians in China suffered from depression. Male, older age, higher income, and physical activity were associated with a lower likelihood of depression, while being unmarried, a smoker, having higher education level, longer work hours, poorer health status, worse sleep quality, a history of hypertension and coronary heart disease, as well as experiencing shift work and violence were associated with a higher likelihood of depression.