Article
Psychiatry
Anvar Sadath, M. Isabela Troya, Sarah Nicholson, Grace Cully, Dorothy Leahy, Ana Paula Ramos Costa, Ruth Benson, Paul Corcoran, Eve Griffin, Eunice Phillip, Eugene Cassidy, Anne Jeffers, Frances Shiely, Inigo Alberdi-Paramo, Katerina Kavalidou, Ella Arensman
Summary: This study examined the sociodemographic and clinical profile of individuals with frequent self-harm episodes and the association between physical and mental illness comorbidity, self-harm repetition, highly lethal self-harm methods, and suicide intent. The findings showed that individuals with frequent self-harm episodes were predominantly female, had higher suicide intent, and had a high comorbidity of physical and mental illness, particularly alcohol abuse and depression.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHIATRY
(2023)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
V Jadva, A. Guasp, J. H. Bradlow, S. Bower-Brown, S. Foley
Summary: This study demonstrates the high rates of self-harm, suicidal ideation, and suicide attempts among LGBT youth. Factors such as demographics, bullying, and positive school experiences are closely associated with these outcomes. The findings highlight the importance of improving school environments and providing support for LGBT youth.
JOURNAL OF PUBLIC HEALTH
(2023)
Review
Medicine, General & Internal
Rebecca McPhillips, Sadia Nafees, Anam Elahi, Saqba Batool, Murali Krishna, Anne Krayer, Peter Huxley, Nasim Chaudhry, Catherine Robinson
Summary: Suicide poses a huge burden on individuals, communities, and countries, with low- and middle-income countries disproportionately affected. Prevention strategies should focus on evaluating stakeholders' knowledge, attitudes, and experiences related to self-harm and suicide.
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Amanda E. Perry, Maja Zawadzka, Piotr Lapinski, Keeley Moore, Jaroslaw Rychlik, Beata Nowak
Summary: This study aims to culturally adapt a UK evidence-based problem-solving intervention to support Polish prisoners at risk of suicidal behavior. The results show that the intervention was widely accepted and endorsed for use in the Polish penitentiary system, and it was recommended to be incorporated into future training for prison officers.
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Gregory Armstrong, Georgina Sutherland, Eliza Pross, Andrew Mackinnon, Nicola Reavley, Anthony Jorm
Summary: The "Talking About Non-Suicidal Self-Injury" course was effective in improving participants' attitudes, confidence, and intended assisting actions.
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Bundit Sornpaisarn, Jurgen Rehm, Decha Tamdee, Anon Wisutthananon, Kwaunpanomporn Thummathai, Kanjana Tongtua, Valairux Rutivarnich, Amornrat Suriyalangka, Duangporn Hengboonphan, Shannon Lange
Summary: The ongoing trial aims to evaluate the effectiveness of a community participatory intervention in two subdistricts in Thailand for reducing suicidality symptoms among individuals considered at high risk for suicide and compare the outcomes to two control subdistricts.
Review
Medicine, General & Internal
Adelia Khrisna Putri, Gregory Armstrong, Karl Andriessen
Summary: This scoping review aims to examine the extent of self-healing research in suicide-related grief, including the representation of different subpopulations and geographical areas, the methodologies used, and the outcomes associated with self-healing practices. The research gap in this area will be highlighted to inform future study direction.
Review
Medicine, General & Internal
Kyli Hedrick, Rohan Borschmann
Summary: This review aims to synthesize research findings on the prevalence, methods, and characteristics of self-harm among asylum seekers in both detained and community-based settings in Australia. The information gathered will be valuable in developing evidence-based prevention initiatives and effective clinical and governmental responses to self-harm.
Review
Medicine, General & Internal
Emmanuel Nii-Boye Quarshie, Kwaku Oppong Asante, Johnny Andoh-Arthur
Summary: This review aims to synthesize evidence on self-harm and suicidal behavior in Ghana, including prevalence estimates, correlates, risk and protective factors, methods, and reasons for such behaviors. The study will systematically search observational and qualitative studies, assess the methodological quality using the Mixed Methods Appraisal Tool, and disseminate important findings to key national stakeholders in Ghana. The review will be submitted to a peer-reviewed journal and presented at mental health conferences with a focus on self-harm and suicide prevention.
Review
Medicine, General & Internal
Amanda Perry, Denise Pyle, Andrea Lamont-Mills, Carol du Plessis, Jan du Preez
Summary: This study found that there is a lack of research focusing on the professional practices of online forum moderators, particularly those supporting individuals experiencing suicidal behaviors. Future research should focus on interviewing moderators about their professional practices and observing online moderator practice in situ.
Review
Medicine, General & Internal
Benjamin Doty, Judith Bass, Taylor Ryan, Allen Zhang, Holly Wilcox
Summary: This systematic review summarizes peer-reviewed suicide preventive interventions conducted with youth and young adults in low-income and middle-income countries (LMIC). The majority of studies focused on addressing lethal means or mental health, and were conducted in lower-middle-income or upper-middle-income countries, particularly in Asia. While the findings show promise, there is a need for large-scale studies specifically designed for youth, as the current evidence is limited and heterogeneous.
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Lauren McGillivray, Daniel Z. Q. Gan, Quincy Wong, Jin Han, Sarah Hetrick, Helen Christensen, Michelle Torok
Summary: This study aims to test the efficacy of a therapeutic smartphone application and digital engagement strategy for youth suicide prevention, comparing app engagement metrics and severity of suicidal ideation. The research will recruit young Australians aged 17-24 who have experienced suicidal ideation in the past 30 days, and analyze changes over 30, 60, and 120 days using mixed-effect modeling.
Review
Cardiac & Cardiovascular Systems
Veronica R. Johnson, Chika V. Anekwe, Tiffani Bell Washington, Shradha Chhabria, Lucy Tu, Fatima Cody Stanford
Summary: This article discusses the need for a different approach to obesity management in women in consideration of age and life stage, including sexual maturation/reproduction, menopause, and post-menopause. It examines the diagnosis and treatment of obesity from a women's health perspective, focusing on lifestyle modification, pharmacotherapy, and metabolic and bariatric surgery, particularly during pregnancy and post-partum.
PROGRESS IN CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASES
(2023)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Emma Diggins, Hein Heuvelman, Mar Pujades-Rodriguez, Allan House, David Cottrell, Cathy Brennan
Summary: Self-harm is common in young people, with girls having higher rates than boys. Gender differences in exposure to risk factors such as adverse events and problematic interpersonal relationships, emotional wellbeing, and social media use may contribute to the increased risk of self-harm in girls. Further research is needed to understand why these differences exist and develop gender-specific approaches to self-harm management.
JOURNAL OF AFFECTIVE DISORDERS
(2024)
Review
Medicine, General & Internal
Chungah Kim, Karanpreet Azra, Celine Teo, Andrew Nielsen, Zachary Bellows, Thomas Young, Antony Chum
Summary: This review aims to evaluate the causal relationship between social protection programmes and suicide mortality by examining all relevant experimental and quasi-experimental studies between January 1980 and November 2021. The research will be conducted according to the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses guideline, analyzing the impact of income security programmes on suicide mortality to support efforts in implementing social protection programmes for suicide prevention.
Article
Psychiatry
Tanner J. Bommersbach, Taeho Greg Rhee, Elina A. Stefanovics, Robert A. Rosenheck
Summary: This study compared Black and White adults with clinical diagnoses of schizophrenia in a nationally representative sample. The findings revealed that Black individuals with schizophrenia face numerous social and economic disadvantages, such as lower employment, educational attainment, income, marriage, and social support, as well as higher rates of discrimination. They also showed higher rates of alcohol and drug use disorders, but lower rates of co-morbid psychiatric disorders.
SCHIZOPHRENIA RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Psychology, Developmental
Saahoon Hong, Betty Walton, Hea-Won Kim, Sunkyung Lee, Taeho Greg Rhee
Summary: This study aimed to identify subgroups of strengths among youth with mental disorders and determine whether changes in these subgroups were associated with mental health recovery. The findings showed that over 90% of the youth sustained or developed strengths over time, and positive transitions were linked to mental health recovery, symptom reduction, and personal recovery.
CHILD PSYCHIATRY & HUMAN DEVELOPMENT
(2023)
Article
Psychiatry
Tanner J. Bommersbach, Robert A. Rosenheck, Taeho Greg Rhee
Summary: Although suicide attempts appear to be increasing, the use of services among those who attempted suicide has not increased. There is a need to expand service accessibility and acceptability, as well as implement population-wide prevention efforts.
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Tanner J. Bommersbach, Oluwole Jegede, Elina A. Stefanovics, Taeho Greg Rhee, Robert A. Rosenheck
Summary: Research has shown that racial/ethnic minorities have a similar risk of developing substance use disorders (SUDs) as Whites, but they are less likely to experience diagnostic remission. Even after adjusting for potential confounding factors, there are still disparities between racial/ethnic minorities and Whites in terms of remission.
JOURNAL OF SUBSTANCE ABUSE TREATMENT
(2022)
Article
Substance Abuse
Peter J. Na, Elina A. Stefanovics, Taeho Greg Rhee, Robert A. Rosenheck
Summary: The study explored a hierarchically ordered heuristic profile of adult subpopulations affected by SUDs and found that almost half of the US adult population is affected by SUDs, either directly or indirectly.
AMERICAN JOURNAL ON ADDICTIONS
(2022)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Oluwole Jegede, Peter J. Na, Taeho Greg Rhee, Elina A. Stefanovics, Robert A. Rosenheck
Summary: This study compared the proportions and characteristics of different sub-populations of African Americans in the USA in terms of mental and substance use diagnoses and related service use. The findings suggest that African- and Caribbean-born Black individuals scored significantly higher on quality of life measures and had fewer mental health and substance use diagnoses, indicating an immigrant paradox. Service use did not show significant differences across the groups after adjusting for clinical characteristics.
JOURNAL OF RACIAL AND ETHNIC HEALTH DISPARITIES
(2022)
Article
Substance Abuse
Tanner J. Bommersbach, Oluwole Jegede, Peter J. Na, Elina A. Stefanovics, Taeho Greg Rhee, Robert A. Rosenheck
Summary: The study found that there were no significant differences between Black and White individuals in receiving treatment for substance use disorders, but overall treatment receipt rates were low for both groups.
JOURNAL OF ADDICTIVE DISEASES
(2022)
Review
Clinical Neurology
Muhammad Youshay Jawad, Shakila Meshkat, Aniqa Tabassum, Andrea Mckenzie, Joshua D. Di Vincenzo, Ziji Guo, Nabiha Batool Musavi, Lee Phan, Felicia Ceban, Angela T. H. Kwan, Ranuk Ramachandra, Gia Han Le, Rodrigo B. Mansur, Joshua D. Rosenblat, Roger Ho, Taeho Greg Rhee, Roger S. McIntyre
Summary: Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is associated with psychiatric disorders, in particular mood disorders, due to various reasons such as dysregulation of the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis, metabolic syndrome, and chronic perceived stress. The clinical manifestations and treatment strategies of mood disorders can increase the susceptibility of patients to develop NAFLD. Regular screenings for NAFLD are recommended in patients with mood disorders exhibiting signs of increased risk to ensure better diagnosis and holistic care for both conditions.
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Tanner J. Bommersbach, Robert A. Rosenheck, Taeho Greg Rhee
Summary: While suicide rates have declined for White individuals, they have increased for Black and Hispanic individuals. Black and Hispanic individuals are less likely to report suicidal ideation but more likely to report suicide attempts. They are also less likely to use mental health services. Socio-culturally acceptable expressions of distress and structural racism in the healthcare system may contribute to these differences.
PSYCHOLOGICAL MEDICINE
(2023)
Review
Psychiatry
Taeho Greg Rhee, Sung Ryul Shim, Brent P. Forester, Andrew A. Nierenberg, Roger S. McIntyre, George Papakostas, John H. Krystal, Gerard Sanacora, Samuel T. Wilkinson
Summary: The systematic review and meta-analysis suggest that ECT may be more effective than ketamine in improving the severity of depression in the acute phase, but treatment options should be individualized and patient-centered.
Article
Clinical Neurology
Taeho Greg Rhee, Emily S. Gillissie, Andrew A. Nierenberg, Roger S. McIntyre
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the associations between current and remitted bipolar disorder and health-related quality of life. The results showed that both current BD and BD in remission were associated with lower mental HRQOL, but these associations were no longer significant when accounting for behavioral co-morbidities. Therefore, it is important to treat both the disorder and the co-morbidities to improve HRQOL in these patients.
JOURNAL OF AFFECTIVE DISORDERS
(2023)
Review
Clinical Neurology
Shakila Meshkat, Roger C. Ho, Bing Cao, Kayla M. Teopiz, Joshua D. Rosenblat, Taeho Greg Rhee, Joshua D. Di Vincenzo, Felicia Ceban, Muhammad Youshay Jawad, Roger S. McIntyre
Summary: Ketamine, a NMDA receptor antagonist, has rapid acting antidepressant effect with high efficacy. However, not all patients respond to ketamine and some may even experience symptom deterioration. The discovery of repeatable and mechanistically relevant biomarkers is needed for treatment response prediction.
JOURNAL OF AFFECTIVE DISORDERS
(2023)
Article
Psychiatry
Emily S. Gillissie, Gia Han Le, Taeho Greg Rhee, Bing Cao, Joshua D. Rosenblat, Rodrigo B. Mansur, Roger C. Ho, Roger S. McIntyre
Summary: This meta-analysis examined the relationship between anhedonia and suicidality, and found a significant and moderate correlation between the two, especially in psychiatric populations. The results suggest that anhedonia may be a core risk factor for suicidal ideation and behaviors.
JOURNAL OF PSYCHIATRIC RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Health Policy & Services
Saahoon Hong, Betty Walton, Hea-Won Kim, Taeho Greg Rhee
Summary: This study aimed to identify unique characteristics of behavioral health needs among Asian Americans compared to White and Black Americans. Results indicated that Asian Americans struggled more with cultural-related factors regardless of age, gender, or pandemic status. The study suggests that classification tree algorithms offer a promising approach to detecting behavioral health challenges and strengths based on race, ethnicity, or other characteristics.
ADMINISTRATION AND POLICY IN MENTAL HEALTH AND MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Peter Jongho Na, Robert Rosenheck, Taeho Greg Rhee
Summary: The number and proportion of older adults admitted to SUD treatment facilities increased significantly from 2000 to 2017, and were associated with changes in population numbers and patient characteristics, especially a relative increase among older adults in cannabis and cocaine/crack use, and a relative decrease in alcohol and opioids use.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL PSYCHIATRY
(2022)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Jai Carmichael, Jennie Ponsford, Kate Rachel Gould, Gershon Spitz
Summary: The traditional approaches to measuring depression after traumatic brain injury (TBI) have limitations. This study adopted a symptom-oriented approach and found that post-TBI depression is highly heterogeneous. Different depressive symptoms have distinct associations with personal, injury-related, treatment, and outcome factors.
JOURNAL OF AFFECTIVE DISORDERS
(2024)
Letter
Clinical Neurology
Xiaoning Sun, Min Chen, Guanghai Wang, Fan Jiang
JOURNAL OF AFFECTIVE DISORDERS
(2024)
Letter
Clinical Neurology
Aleksander Kwas
JOURNAL OF AFFECTIVE DISORDERS
(2024)
Letter
Clinical Neurology
Josine E. Verhoeven, Laura K. M. Han, Brenda W. J. H. Penninx
JOURNAL OF AFFECTIVE DISORDERS
(2024)
Review
Clinical Neurology
Erin Crowe, Petra K. Staiger, Steven J. Bowe, Imogen Rehm, Richard Moulding, Caitlyn Herrick, David J. Hallford
Summary: This study aimed to integrate the evidence regarding the relationship between emotion regulation difficulties and TTM symptoms, and found that individuals with higher levels of TTM severity appear to exhibit decreased overall emotion regulation abilities and strategies.
JOURNAL OF AFFECTIVE DISORDERS
(2024)
Letter
Clinical Neurology
Fjolla Berisha, Marjolaine Rivest-Beauregard, Jai Shah, Michelle Lonergan, Alain Brunet
JOURNAL OF AFFECTIVE DISORDERS
(2024)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Yi-Tseng Tsai, Tzu-Jung Chuang, Sriyani Padmalatha Konara Mudiyanselage, Han-Chang Ku, Yi-Lin Wu, Chung-Yi Li, Nai-Ying Ko
Summary: Sleep disturbances are associated with higher suicide rates, and this association is independent of depression. Paying attention to sleep disturbances among PLHIV is crucial when monitoring suicidal ideation.
JOURNAL OF AFFECTIVE DISORDERS
(2024)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Junyou Chen, Ingrid D. Lui, Yu Cheng Hsu, Paul S. F. Yip
Summary: Despite rapid social changes in Hong Kong, marriage remains a strong protective factor against suicide for both men and women, particularly among younger individuals. Increasing suicide rates among divorced/separated, never-married, or widowed individuals suggest a need for more psychosocial support.
JOURNAL OF AFFECTIVE DISORDERS
(2024)
Article
Clinical Neurology
A. Perry, K. Gordon-Smith, K. J. S. Lewis, A. Di Florio, N. Craddock, L. Jones, I. Jones
Summary: This study found that the experience of losing at least one night of sleep was associated with an increased risk of postpartum psychosis in women with bipolar disorder. Sleep quality in late pregnancy was not associated with postpartum psychosis, and perinatal sleep disruption was not associated with postpartum depression.
JOURNAL OF AFFECTIVE DISORDERS
(2024)
Letter
Clinical Neurology
Dear J. Affect Disord, Mark J. Niciu, Robert C. Meisner, Brent R. Carr, Ali A. Farooqui, David Feifel, Adam Kaplin, Paul M. Kim, Christopher D. Schneck, Jennifer L. Vande Voort, Sagar Parikh, E. Jeremy Kendrick
JOURNAL OF AFFECTIVE DISORDERS
(2024)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Tao Wang, Li Yang, Lan Yang, Bao-Peng Liu, Cun-Xian Jia
Summary: This study systematically reviewed the association between psychological pain and suicidality in patients with major depressive disorder (MDD). The results showed that psychological pain was a risk factor for suicidality in MDD patients, especially for those of advancing age. Reducing psychological pain in MDD patients is important for preventing suicidality.
JOURNAL OF AFFECTIVE DISORDERS
(2024)
Letter
Clinical Neurology
Juan Carlos Hugues, Abel Nogueira-Lopeza, Maeva Flayellea, Cora von Hammersteind, Joel Billieuxa
JOURNAL OF AFFECTIVE DISORDERS
(2024)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Ogechi Cynthia Onyeka, Samuel D. Spencer, Alison Salloum, Katie Jiannetto, Eric A. Storch
Summary: This study examined the relationship among family accommodation (FA), posttraumatic stress symptoms (PTSS), and functional impairment. The results showed that FA was significantly associated with PTSS and functional impairment. Baseline FA partially mediated the relationship between baseline PTSS and functional impairment. Changes in FA from pre- to post-treatment were associated with relevant outcome variables at post-treatment and 12-month follow-up.
JOURNAL OF AFFECTIVE DISORDERS
(2024)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Yumeng Shi, Chao Yu
Summary: This study found a negative correlation between the intake of active microbes in the diet and depression.
JOURNAL OF AFFECTIVE DISORDERS
(2024)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Qiurui Nie, Yu Shen, Mengqin Luo, Zhiyong Sheng, Rui Zhou, Guangmin Li, Wei Huang, Shenjian Chen
Summary: The study assessed the sleep duration, sleep disorders, and trouble sleeping among adults in the United States from 2005 to 2018, revealing a high prevalence of abnormal sleep durations and increasing rates of sleep disorders and trouble sleeping.
JOURNAL OF AFFECTIVE DISORDERS
(2024)