Article
Psychiatry
H. Gluska, N. Shiffman, Y. Mayer, L. Elyasyan, N. Elia, R. Daher, M. Sharon Weiner, H. Miremberg, M. Kovo, T. Biron-Shental, R. Gabbay-Benziv
Summary: This multicenter study aimed to evaluate the relationship between Fear of COVID-19 and postpartum depression (PPD) symptoms. The study found a positive correlation between Fear of COVID-19 and PPD symptoms, and identified maternal disability and high medical accessibility during pregnancy as protective factors against PPD.
JOURNAL OF PSYCHIATRIC RESEARCH
(2022)
Review
Clinical Neurology
Dario Moreno-Agostino, Yu-Tzu Wu, Christina Daskalopoulou, M. Tasdik Hasan, Martijn Huisman, Matthew Prina
Summary: Evidence suggests that there is an increasing trend in the likelihood of experiencing depression over time in the general population, with no significant impact from factors such as gender, age, and type of prevalence. Moreover, the high heterogeneity across studies was not explained by any of the design variables considered, and no evidence for publication bias was found.
JOURNAL OF AFFECTIVE DISORDERS
(2021)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Melike Yildirim, Bradley N. Gaynes, Pinar Keskinocak, Brian W. Pence, Julie Swann
Summary: The study proposed a natural history model of major depression and verified its feasibility through steady-state analysis. Results showed that biases in parameters could lead to significant mismatches in the model, and lifetime prevalences and incidence rates were underestimated to some extent. Therefore, consideration of recall bias, especially increasing with age, is necessary in modeling or burden estimates.
JOURNAL OF AFFECTIVE DISORDERS
(2022)
Review
Clinical Neurology
Cai Thi Thuy Nguyen, Ayyu Sandhi, Gabrielle T. Lee, Lien Thi Kim Nguyen, Shu-Yu Kuo
Summary: This study aimed to determine the prevalence of postpartum depression and anxiety among parents of preterm infants and the relationships between maternal and paternal symptoms. The results showed a high prevalence of depression and anxiety among mothers (29.2% and 37.7% respectively) and fathers (17.4% and 18.3% respectively) of preterm infants.
JOURNAL OF AFFECTIVE DISORDERS
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Marco Solmi, Georgios Seitidis, Dimitris Mavridis, Christoph U. U. Correll, Elena Dragioti, Synthia Guimond, Lauri Tuominen, Aroldo Dargel, Andre F. F. Carvalho, Michele Fornaro, Michael Maes, Francesco Monaco, Minjin Song, Jae Il Shin, Samuele Cortese
Summary: The Global Burden of Diseases, Injuries, and Risk Factors Study data shows that the prevalence, incidence, and burden of schizophrenia have been increasing since 1990. In countries with high socio-demographic index, both prevalence and burden have increased, while in countries with low socio-demographic index, the incidence has decreased but the burden remains stable. These findings highlight the need for improved detection and treatment of schizophrenia in low socio-demographic index countries and the increasing prevalence of the disorder.
MOLECULAR PSYCHIATRY
(2023)
Article
Psychiatry
Sarah Tebeka, Yann Le Strat, Alix De Premorel Higgons, Alexandra Benachi, Marc Dommergues, Gilles Kayem, Jacques Lepercq, Dominique Luton, Laurent Mandelbrot, Yves Ville, Nicolas Ramoz, Sophie Tezenas du Montcel, Jimmy Mullaert, Caroline Dubertret
Summary: Based on the IGEDEPP study, a significant proportion of Caucasian women experience postpartum depression during the first year after giving birth, with nearly one in five women affected. Nearly half of the study cohort had a history of psychiatric or addictive disorders.
JOURNAL OF PSYCHIATRIC RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Xin Liu, Qingtao Jiang, Peihong Wu, Lei Han, Peng Zhou
Summary: Globally, silicosis accounts for 90% of all pneumoconiosis cases and is a serious public health issue. This study provides a comprehensive analysis of the disease burden of silicosis from 1990 to 2019 using the most updated data from GBD 2019, including incidence, prevalence, and disability-adjusted life years (DALYs), as well as age-standardized rates (ASRs). Projections for the next 10 years were also made.
Article
Clinical Neurology
Loredana Cena, Fiorino Mirabella, Gabriella Palumbo, Antonella Gigantesco, Alice Trainini, Alberto Stefana
Summary: This study in Italy found that the prevalence of perinatal depression is strongly associated with socioeconomic disadvantages, with high economic status significantly reducing the risk of depression during both the antenatal and postnatal periods.
JOURNAL OF AFFECTIVE DISORDERS
(2021)
Article
Psychiatry
Hai-Xin Bo, Yuan Yang, Dong-Ying Zhang, Meng Zhang, Pei-Hong Wang, Xiao-Hua Liu, Li-Na Ge, Wen-Xuan Lin, Yang Xu, Ya-Lan Zhang, Feng-Juan Li, Xu-Juan Xu, Hong-He Wu, Todd Jackson, Gabor S. Ungvari, Teris Cheung, Yu-Tao Xiang
Summary: This study examined the prevalence of depression and its impact on quality of life among 1,060 pregnant and postnatal women in China. The results showed that women with depression had lower QOL across physical, psychological, social, and environmental domains. Physical comorbidities were also found to increase the risk of depression in this population.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHIATRY
(2021)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Chuanxiao Li, Lijuan Huo, Ruoxi Wang, Ling Qi, Wenjia Wang, Xin Zhou, Yongjie Zhou, Xiangyang Zhang
Summary: The prevalence rate of depression among Chinese prenatal and postnatal women during the COVID-19 outbreak was 35.4%. Risk factors for depression included drinking, nausea and vomiting during pregnancy, pregnancy's influence on mobility, anxiety, insomnia, and inadequate daily monitoring of fetal movement.
JOURNAL OF AFFECTIVE DISORDERS
(2021)
Review
Medicine, General & Internal
Jennifer Valeska Elli Brown, Claire A. Wilson, Karyn Ayre, Lindsay Robertson, Emily South, Emma Molyneaux, Kylee Trevillion, Louise M. Howard, Hind Khalifeh
Summary: Postnatal depression is a common condition treated with psychosocial interventions or antidepressants. This review found that SSRIs may be more effective than placebo in treating postnatal depression. Further research is needed to better understand the efficacy and safety of antidepressants in managing postnatal depression.
COCHRANE DATABASE OF SYSTEMATIC REVIEWS
(2021)
Review
Psychiatry
Lin Feng Hong, Tze-Ern Chua, Ying Chia Ch'ng, Kate Chui, Helen Yu Chen
Summary: The paper evaluates the outcomes of the Postnatal Depression Intervention Program at KK Hospital in Singapore, focusing on changes in depressive symptoms and overall functioning. The study finds statistically significant changes in these areas. Additionally, the paper describes the demographic characteristics of the 10-year cohort involved in the program.
ASIAN JOURNAL OF PSYCHIATRY
(2023)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Kathrine Bang Madsen, Merete Lund Maegbaek, Nete Stubkjaer Thomsen, Xiaoqin Liu, Malin Eberhard-Gran, Alkistis Skalkidou, Veerle Bergink, Trine Munk-Olsen
Summary: A study on psychiatric disorders in expecting and new fathers found that becoming a father did not significantly increase the risk of severe mental disorders compared to new mothers. The research showed an increasing trend in the incidence and prevalence of psychiatric episodes in fathers during the perinatal period and postpartum, with most psychiatric disorders being treated in primary care.
JOURNAL OF AFFECTIVE DISORDERS
(2022)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Emmanuelle Belanger, Eric Jutkowitz, Peter Shewmaker, Courtney H. Van Houtven, James R. Burke, Brenda L. Plassman, Megan Shepherd-Banigan, Elyse Couch, Caroline Mills, Terrie T. Wetle
Summary: This study found that in individuals with cognitive impairment, those without elevated beta-amyloid levels were more likely to be diagnosed with depression. However, there was no significant association between different beta-amyloid levels and the incidence of depressive symptoms or diagnosed depression.
JOURNAL OF AFFECTIVE DISORDERS
(2023)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Diane L. Putnick, Erin M. Bell, Akhgar Ghassabian, Pauline Mendola, Rajeshwari Sundaram, Edwina H. Yeung
Summary: This study explores the potential mechanisms of how maternal antenatal depression affects children's developmental delays. It suggests that continued depressive symptoms postnatally and interrupted breastfeeding practices may contribute to the increased risk of developmental delays in children.
JOURNAL OF AFFECTIVE DISORDERS
(2023)
Article
Psychology, Clinical
J. E. J. Buckman, Z. D. Cohen, C. O'Driscoll, E. Fried, R. Saunders, G. Ambler, R. J. DeRubeis, S. Gilbody, S. D. Hollon, T. Kendrick, E. Watkins, T. C. Eley, A. J. Peel, C. Rayner, D. Kessler, N. Wiles, G. Lewis, S. Pilling
Summary: This study developed models based on pre-treatment data to predict post-treatment outcomes for depressed adults. The models showed some effectiveness in predicting the severity of depressive symptoms post-treatment, but a significant amount of variance in prognosis remained unexplained. To improve predictive accuracy and clinical utility, it may be necessary to consider a broader range of variables.
PSYCHOLOGICAL MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Psychology, Developmental
Barry Wright, Lucy Tindall, Alexander J. Scott, Ellen Lee, Cindy Cooper, Katie Biggs, Penny Bee, Han- Wang, Lina Gega, Emily Hayward, Kiera Solaiman, M. Dawn Teare, Thompson Davis, Jon Wilson, Karina Lovell, Dean McMillan, Amy Barr, Hannah Edwards, Jennifer Lomas, Chris Turtle, Steve Parrott, Catarina Teige, Tim Chater, Rebecca Hargate, Shezhad Ali, Sarah Parkinson, Simon Gilbody, David Marshall
Summary: This study compared the effectiveness of One Session Treatment (OST) with Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) for treating specific phobias in children and young people. The results showed that OST is non-inferior to CBT in terms of clinical effectiveness. OST may be a cost-saving alternative for treating specific phobias in children and young people.
JOURNAL OF CHILD PSYCHOLOGY AND PSYCHIATRY
(2023)
Article
Psychiatry
Jo Smith, Suzy Ker, Darren Archer, Simon Gilbody, Emily Peckham, Charlotte A. Hardman
Summary: This article provides an overview of the relationship between food insecurity and mental illness, highlighting that individuals with mental health conditions are more likely to experience food insecurity. However, current interventions and policy reforms primarily focus on children and families, neglecting other vulnerable groups.
Article
Primary Health Care
Joy Adamson, Helen Hanson, Adam Todd, Rachel Duncan, Barbara Hanratty, Louise Robinson
Summary: This study explores the experiences of medication management among nonagenarians and its implications for primary care practice. The findings indicate that most older people do not experience significant problems with medication management. Taking medications becomes a habitual part of daily routines and is generally accepted. However, disruptions to steady states, such as new medical diagnoses or major life events, can cause challenges in medication management.
BRITISH JOURNAL OF GENERAL PRACTICE
(2023)
Article
Psychiatry
Emily Peckham, Ben Lorimer, Panagiotis Spanakis, Paul Heron, Suzanne Crosland, Lauren Walker, Simon Gilbody
Summary: People with severe mental ill health experience significant health inequalities. However, despite these challenges, they are motivated to make behavioral changes to improve their health and recognize the importance of health-promoting behaviors.
BRITISH JOURNAL OF PSYCHIATRY
(2023)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Claire Carswell, Peter A. Coventry, Jennifer V. E. Brown, Sarah L. Alderson, Keith Double, Simon Gilbody, Richard I. G. Holt, Rowena Jacobs, Jennie Lister, David Osborn, David Shiers, Najma Siddiqi, Johanna Taylor, Ian Kellar, DIAMONDS Res Grp
Summary: This study developed a self-management intervention for individuals with severe mental illness and type 2 diabetes, incorporating a digital app, a paper-based workbook, and one-to-one coaching. The intervention was based on theory, empirical evidence, and co-design approaches.
JOURNAL OF MEDICAL INTERNET RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Psychiatry
Ben Lorimer, Gemma Traviss-Turner, Andrew Hill, Sarah Baker, Simon Gilbody, Emily Peckham
Summary: Severe mental ill health (SMI) is linked to higher mortality and poor diet is identified as a contributing factor. This study shows that individuals with SMI, especially males, younger individuals, unemployed individuals, those with poorer general health, and those who consider health unimportant, are more likely to have low fruit and vegetable consumption. Therefore, tailored dietary interventions are needed for this population.
SOCIAL PSYCHIATRY AND PSYCHIATRIC EPIDEMIOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Medicine, Research & Experimental
Debbie Tallon, Laura Thomas, Sally Brabyn, Brian Chi Fung Ching, Jane Sungmin Hahn, Berry Jude, Mekeda Logan, Alex Burrage, Fiona Fox, Simon Gilbody, Paul Lanham, Glyn Lewis, Jinshuo Li, Stephanie J. MacNeill, Irwin Nazareth, Steve Parrott, Tim J. Peters, Roz Shafran, Katrina Turner, Chris Williams, David Kessler, Nicola Wiles
Summary: The INTERACT trial will evaluate the clinical and cost-effectiveness, as well as the acceptability to therapists and clients, of the integration of online CBT materials and high-intensity therapist-led CBT delivered remotely. If successful, this model could increase access to and equity of CBT provision.
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Leanne Shearsmith, Peter A. Coventry, Claire Sloan, Andrew Henry, Liz Newbronner, Elizabeth Littlewood, Della Bailey, Samantha Gascoyne, Lauren Burke, Eloise Ryde, Rebecca Woodhouse, Dean McMillan, David Ekers, Simon Gilbody, Carolyn Chew-Graham
Summary: The BASIL pilot study investigated the acceptability and feasibility of a remotely delivered psychological intervention for older adults to prevent and reduce loneliness and depression during the COVID-19 pandemic. The intervention was deemed acceptable, although limited in terms of activity planning due to restrictions.
Article
Behavioral Sciences
Sarah F. Allen, Simon Gilbody, Karl Atkin, Christina M. van der Feltz-Cornelis
Summary: The study aimed to explore the associations between childhood trauma and adult social exclusion, as well as the role of self-reported loneliness and symptoms of distress in these associations. The results showed small associations between childhood trauma and social exclusion, and loneliness and distress symptoms attenuated these associations to some extent.
BRAIN AND BEHAVIOR
(2023)
Article
Psychology, Developmental
Barry Wright, Ellen Kingsley, Cindy Cooper, Katie Biggs, Matthew Bursnall, Han-I- Han-I- Wang, Tim Chater, Elizabeth Coates, M. Dawn Teare, Kirsty McKendrick, Gina Gomez de la Cuesta, Amy Barr, Kiera Solaiman, Anna Packham, David Marshall, Danielle Varley, Roshanak Nekooi, Steve Parrott, Shehzad Ali, Simon Gilbody, Ann Le Couteur
Summary: Social learning through friendships is important in child development, but autistic children may struggle in social interactions. LEGO-based therapy is a group intervention that uses collaborative LEGO play to improve social skills in autistic children. A randomised controlled trial was conducted with 98 mainstream schools, comparing 12 weeks of LEGO-based therapy and usual support to usual support alone. The study found a small positive non-significant benefit of LEGO-based therapy on social skills at 20 weeks but not at 52 weeks. Further research into the potential benefits of LEGO-based therapy is recommended.
Article
Nursing
Helen Anderson, Arabella Scantlebury, Paul Galdas, Joy Adamson
Summary: This study explores the experiences of nurses working in general practice during the COVID-19 pandemic and evaluates the impact on nurses' professional well-being. The findings reveal that nurses face various challenges, such as lack of recognition, feeling undervalued, and lack of involvement in decision-making. These issues have significant implications for nurse retention in general practice and the future of the nursing profession.
JOURNAL OF ADVANCED NURSING
(2023)
Article
Nursing
Helen Anderson, Arabella Scantlebury, Paul Galdas, Joy Adamson
Summary: The study explores how nurses working in general practice during the COVID-19 pandemic engage with remote and technology-mediated working. It identifies specific issues of access to technology, workload, hybrid working, disruption to therapeutic relationships, safety risks, and lack of involvement in decision-making.
JOURNAL OF ADVANCED NURSING
(2023)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Elizabeth M. Camacho, Gemma E. Shields, Emily Eisner, Elizabeth Littlewood, Kylie Watson, Carolyn A. Chew-Graham, Dean McMillan, Shehzad Ali, Simon Gilbody
Summary: This study aimed to evaluate the cost-effectiveness of case-finding for postnatal depression (PND) in women with risk factors. The study found that universal case-finding for PND is more cost-effective compared to targeted case-finding.
JOURNAL OF AFFECTIVE DISORDERS
(2023)
Article
Substance Abuse
Emily Shoesmith, Lisa Huddlestone, Jodi Pervin, Lion Shahab, Peter Coventry, Tim Coleman, Fabiana Lorencatto, Simon Gilbody, Moira Leahy, Michelle Horspool, Claire Paul, Lesley Colley, Simon Hough, Phil Hough, Elena Ratschen
Summary: This study reports the development process of an intervention designed to support smoking-related behavior change following discharge from a smoke-free mental health stay. The intervention includes targeted resources and strategies to address barriers and enablers to supporting smoking cessation in mental health settings. The intervention will be formally tested in a randomized controlled feasibility study.
NICOTINE & TOBACCO RESEARCH
(2023)
