Article
Ethnic Studies
Carolyn Ponting, Emma Ong, Christine Dunkel Schetter, Denise A. Chavira
Summary: This study aims to assess the acceptability of exposure therapy among pregnant Latinas. Through interviews with pregnant Latinas, the researchers found that there was some level of acceptability of exposure therapy, but also faced challenges and difficulties.
CULTURAL DIVERSITY & ETHNIC MINORITY PSYCHOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Behavioral Sciences
Thea Liljeroos, Sophia Humphries, Soorej Jose Puthoopparambil, Fredrika Norlund, Erik M. G. Olsson
Summary: Myocardial infarction (MI) is a major cause of death and disability worldwide. Emotional distress, such as anxiety and depression, is common among MI patients. This study analyzed testimonials from MI patients undergoing internet-based cognitive behavioral therapy (iCBT) and identified six themes related to emotional reactions and strategies for managing emotional distress. The findings suggest that applying a behavioral model to managing emotional distress following MI could be effective.
COGNITIVE BEHAVIOUR THERAPY
(2023)
Article
Psychiatry
Patrik Engdahl, Petra Svedberg, Ulrika Bejerholm
Summary: The study found that digital RTW interventions were perceived as acceptable and aligned with participant values. Participants expressed a desire for access to support at any time and any place, but also expressed concerns about a decrease in social interactions impacting their return-to-work opportunities. They suggested that digital solutions should reduce cognitive effort requirements.
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Katherine Sawyer, Kim Fredman Stein, Pamela Jacobsen, Tom P. Freeman, Anna K. M. Blackwell, Chris Metcalfe, David Kessler, Marcus R. Munafo, Paul Aveyard, Gemma M. J. Taylor
Summary: This study aimed to understand participants' views and experiences of receiving a novel smoking cessation intervention. The results showed that the majority of people accepted the integrated smoking cessation and mental health treatment, but there were also some implementation barriers.
HEALTH EXPECTATIONS
(2023)
Article
Psychiatry
Zaiquan Dong, Xiaoling Shen, Yanni Hao, Jin Li, Haoran Li, Haizheng Xu, Li Yin, Weihong Kuang
Summary: The study identified significant differences in microbiota richness and diversity in general anxiety disorder (GAD) compared to the healthy control group, as well as distinct differences in gut microbiota composition between major depressive disorder (MDD) and GAD. These findings could help facilitate the differential diagnosis and targeted therapy for MDD and GAD.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHIATRY
(2021)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Ashish Mehta, Andrea Nicole Niles, Jose Hamilton Vargas, Thiago Marafon, Diego Dotta Couto, James Jonathan Gross
Summary: The study demonstrates the high acceptability and effectiveness of Youper as a low-cost, self-guided treatment for anxiety and depression symptoms. Users rated the app highly and a significant proportion of successful emotion regulation attempts predicted greater reduction in anxiety and depression symptoms.
JOURNAL OF MEDICAL INTERNET RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Jill M. Newby, Aliza Werner-Seidler, Melissa J. Black, Colette R. Hirsch, Michelle L. Moulds
Summary: This study recruited 236 women who had their first baby within the past year, revealing that they experienced a variety of unexpected emotional responses during the perinatal period, and the themes of RT included a sense of discrepancy between expectations and reality as well as adjustment to profound change.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHOLOGY
(2021)
Review
Psychiatry
Steven L. Dubovsky, Biswarup M. Ghosh, Jordan C. Serotte, Victoria Cranwell
Summary: Psychotic depression is considered an independent trait that may accompany mood disorders of varying severity, with acute treatment typically involving a combination of antidepressants, antipsychotic drugs, or electroconvulsive therapy. Limited information exists on maintenance treatment for unipolar psychotic depression and on acute and chronic treatment for psychotic bipolar disorder, leading to a reliance on clinical experience for treatment decision-making.
PSYCHOTHERAPY AND PSYCHOSOMATICS
(2021)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Lisa B. Grech, Assunta Hunter, Roshan das Nair, Ron Borland, Claudia H. Marck
Summary: This study aimed to understand the current practices, barriers and facilitators related to providing smoking cessation support for people with multiple sclerosis (MS) among healthcare providers. Results indicated that while MS clinicians routinely assess smoking status of patients and recognize the importance of providing smoking cessation advice, there is variation in content and delivery of information. Many clinicians are unsure about referral pathways and options, indicating a need for more information, training and resources to improve smoking cessation support for people with MS.
MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS AND RELATED DISORDERS
(2021)
Article
Psychiatry
Erin O'Callaghan, Scott Sullivan, Carina Gupta, Heather G. Belanger, Mirene Winsberg
Summary: This study explores the use of a precision prescribing algorithm in routine clinical practice for patients with Major Depressive Disorder and Generalized Anxiety Disorder. The results indicate that the intervention is feasible and acceptable, and has a positive impact on patients' symptoms of anxiety and depression.
Article
Oncology
Justine Fortin, Melissandre Leblanc, Guillaume Elgbeili, Matthew J. Cordova, Marie-France Marin, Alain Brunet
Summary: A breast cancer diagnosis can have negative impacts on mental health, leading to symptoms such as non-specific distress, anxiety, post-traumatic stress, and depression. This study highlights the need for interventions to mitigate the effects of breast cancer diagnosis on mental health.
BRITISH JOURNAL OF CANCER
(2021)
Article
Psychiatry
Jean d'Amour Muziki, Thaoussi Uwera, Japhet Niyonsenga, Augustin Nshimiyimana, Simeon Gitimbwa Sebatukura, Jean Mutabaruka
Summary: Most research on filicide mothers has focused on their negative emotions before they commit the crime, but little is known about whether these emotions persist one year after the offense among incarcerated filicide mothers with no history of psychiatric problems. This study aimed to explore the negative feelings experienced by filicide mothers in Nyarugenge Prison in Rwanda, and to examine the impact of these feelings on their personal wellbeing, as well as their coping strategies. The findings highlight the need for appropriate interventions to address the negative feelings of incarcerated filicide mothers.
Article
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Shayna K. Pierce, Kristin A. Reynolds, Madison P. Hardman, Patricia Furer
Summary: Despite the high prevalence rates of prenatal anxiety and the use of the Internet by pregnant individuals to seek information and support, research on their experiences with online mental health communication, such as blogs, is lacking. This study analyzed blog entries focused on anxiety in pregnancy and identified three main themes related to etiology, triggers, and symptoms. The findings highlight the importance of addressing anxiety symptoms and triggers in pregnancy, and suggest that providing credible information through online mediums like blogs could be beneficial.
BMC PREGNANCY AND CHILDBIRTH
(2022)
Review
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Andre L. Rodrigues, Jennifer Ericksen, Brittany Watson, Alan W. Gemmill, Jeannette Milgrom
Summary: Up to 10% of fathers experience perinatal depression, which has a detrimental impact on infants. However, there is a lack of evidence-based interventions for paternal perinatal depression. Existing interventions show some promise in engaging fathers and improving depression and anxiety scores, but more research is needed. It is important to develop and evaluate perinatal interventions specifically designed for men with clinical levels of depression and anxiety.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Elisa Dal Bo, Claudio Gentili, Andrea Castellani, Carmen Tripodi, Florian Ph S. Fischmeister, Cinzia Cecchetto
Summary: This study found that symptoms of anxiety were associated with higher levels of awareness of common odors, while symptoms of depression and social anxiety were associated with increased awareness of social odors. Assessing meta-cognitive abilities may be a useful tool in preventing and evaluating symptoms of depression, anxiety, and social anxiety.
JOURNAL OF AFFECTIVE DISORDERS
(2022)