Article
Clinical Neurology
Franck Rolland, Nawale Hadouiri, Adrien Haas-Jordache, Evan Gouy, Loona Mathieu, Anne Goulard, Yannick Morvan, Ariel Frajerman
Summary: This is the largest study on French medical students' mental health, and the results indicate that French students face particular environmental conditions that need to be addressed to improve their mental health.
JOURNAL OF AFFECTIVE DISORDERS
(2022)
Article
Geosciences, Multidisciplinary
Qiuyang He, Jianhua Ren, Guoyu Wang, Jinling Zhang, Jie Xiang, Dongning He
Summary: A study was conducted on the psychological status of nurses in tertiary women's and children's hospitals in Sichuan, China during the peak period of COVID-19. Findings show that around one-third of nurses experienced symptoms of anxiety and depression, while their general self-efficacy levels were in the upper middle range. Factors such as longer working years, cold-like symptoms, working during the outbreak period, and working in pediatric ward were significantly associated with anxiety and depression among nurses.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF DISASTER RISK REDUCTION
(2021)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Yvonne Treusch, Luis Moeckel, Karin Kohlstedt
Summary: This study investigates the job satisfaction, work-related factors, responsibilities, and mental health of physician assistants (PAs) in Germany. The results show that PAs generally have good overall job satisfaction, but there are variations across different facets. Factors such as salary, autonomy, and development opportunities significantly influence job satisfaction. Additionally, there is a negative association between job satisfaction and depression, anxiety, and stress scores among PAs. Interventions should be implemented to improve job satisfaction, mental health, and retention of PAs.
FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
(2023)
Article
Psychiatry
Xueting Wang, Weili Zhan, Ling Huang, Yunmei Guo, Yousha Wang, Huiwen Tan, Lianhong Wang
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the effects of anxiety and depression on health-related quality of life (HRQOL) in patients after severe acute pancreatitis (SAP) using structural equation modeling. The results showed that both anxiety and depression have a direct negative impact on HRQOL, and anxiety also indirectly affects HRQOL through depression. Regular assessment and management of anxiety and depression are necessary for SAP patients to improve their HRQOL more effectively.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHIATRY
(2023)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Konsta Teppo, Jussi Jaakkola, Fausto Biancari, Olli Halminen, Jukka Putaala, Pirjo Mustonen, Jari Haukka, Miika Linna, Janne Kinnunen, Alex Luojus, Saga Itainen-Stromberg, Tero Penttila, Mikko Niemi, Juha Hartikainen, K. E. Juhani Airaksinen, Mika Lehto
Summary: There is a clear disparity in the use of antiarrhythmic therapies for atrial fibrillation (AF) between patients with and without mental health conditions (MHCs). Patients with MHCs, including depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety disorder, schizophrenia, and any MHC, have a lower incidence of AAT use compared to those without MHCs.
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Inesa Buneviciene, Romas Bunevicius, Sarunas Bagdonas, Adomas Bunevicius
Summary: The study found that individuals with pre-existing medical conditions and poor perceived health status are more likely to experience moderate to severe depressive and anxiety symptoms, fear of COVID-19, and post-traumatic stress symptoms during the COVID-19 pandemic.
JOURNAL OF PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
Article
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Maria Rita Sergi, Laura Picconi, Aristide Saggino, Alessandra Fermani, Ramona Bongelli, Marco Tommasi
Summary: This study aimed to construct and validate a new psychometric tool, the Perceived Quality of Distance Learning (PQDL), to measure students' appreciation and reaction to distance learning. The results showed that PQDL consists of two subscales: Distance Learning Organization and Cognitive-Emotive Reaction to Distance Learning. This study is important as it provides a reliable questionnaire tool to assess student's perceived quality of distance learning.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Qinglan Ding, Mark Daniel Ward, Nancy Edwards, Emily Anna Wu, Susan Kersey, Marjorie Funk
Summary: This study investigated the prevalence and risk factors of mental and general health symptoms among university students attending in-person and online classes during COVID-19. It found that university students attending classes during the pandemic are experiencing negative mental health impacts, and many found it challenging to comply with COVID-19 policies.
Article
Clinical Neurology
Shujuan Yang, Yao Fu, Shu Dong, Bo Yang, Zhitao Li, Chuanteng Feng, Jan D. Reinhardt, Wei Shi, Peng Jia, Honglian Zeng, Bin Yu
Summary: This study investigated the associations between perceived noise at work and anxiety and depression, and identified vulnerable subpopulations. The results showed that higher levels of perceived noise at work were associated with a higher risk of severe anxiety and severe depression. The associations were moderated by sex, age, education level and occupation.
JOURNAL OF AFFECTIVE DISORDERS
(2023)
Review
Endocrinology & Metabolism
Rosario Pivonello, Sebastian J. C. M. M. Neggers, Syed Ali Imran
Summary: Acromegaly is a chronic condition characterized by excessive production of growth hormone and results in morphological and systemic complications, as well as psychopathologies. The most common psychopathologies in acromegaly include depression, anxiety, and sexual dysfunction. These psychological abnormalities have a major impact on the quality of life of patients, especially in younger patients with shorter disease duration.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL ENDOCRINOLOGY & METABOLISM
(2023)
Article
Psychiatry
Muhammed Elhadi, Ahmed Msherghi, Moutaz Elgzairi, Ayiman Alhashimi, Ahmad Bouhuwaish, Marwa Biala, Seraj Abuelmeda, Samer Khel, Ala Khaled, Ahmed Alsoufi, Ahmed Elhadi, Ahmed BenGhatnsh
Summary: This study examined the prevalence of anxiety, depression, and burnout among emergency physicians on the frontline of the COVID-19 pandemic, finding a significant number of physicians experiencing these psychological issues.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHIATRY
(2021)
Article
Nursing
Fan Shen, Hai-Shan Huang, Ling Li
Summary: This study aimed to examine whether self-efficacy acts as a mediator between symptom clusters and quality of life in patients with myasthenia gravis (MG). The results indicated that self-efficacy partially mediates the relationship between symptom clusters and quality of life, but the worsening of symptoms remains the main contributor to decreased quality of life.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL NURSING
(2023)
Article
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Basbish Tsogbadrakh, Enkhjargal Yanjmaa, Oyungoo Badamdorj, Dorjderem Choijiljav, Enkhjargal Gendenjamts, Oyun-erdene Ayush, Odonjil Pojin, Battogtokh Davaakhuu, Tuya Sukhbat, Baigalmaa Dovdon, Oyunsuren Davaasuren, Azadeh Stark
Summary: Frontline healthcare professionals in Mongolia providing services for COVID-19 patients faced unprecedented demand, leading to high prevalence of mental health disorders such as depression, anxiety, and stress. Improving self-efficacy and sleep quality can assist healthcare workers in managing these mental health concerns.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Jaime Soto Munoz, Maureen Trebilcock Kelly, Vicente Flores-Ales, Christian Caamano-Carrillo
Summary: This research investigates the influence of thermal environmental factors in office buildings on workers' perceived productivity, using fieldwork and data collection to formulate a model that recognizes the effect of the thermal environment. The study identifies individual thermal sensation, thermal preference, and thermal acceptability as mediating variables that impact perceived productivity, emphasizing the importance of considering these variables in the design of office spaces and comfort management strategies.
BUILDING AND ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Article
Oncology
Christina Sauer, Miriam Grapp, Till J. Bugaj, Imad Maatouk
Summary: This study investigates the prevalence of suicidal ideation (SI) in cancer patients and its association with psychosocial factors and tumor characteristics. The results show that a significant number of cancer patients have SI. Age, anxiety, mental fatigue, and depressive symptoms are significant predictors of SI.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF CANCER CARE
(2022)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Edimansyah Abdin, Siow Ann Chong, Janhavi Ajit Vaingankar, Saleha Shafie, Darren Seah, Chun Ting Chan, Stefan Ma, Lyn James, D. Heng, Mythily Subramaniam
Summary: The prevalence of comorbidity of mental and physical disorders significantly increased in Singapore from 2010 to 2016, highlighting the need for better integration of healthcare resources to treat this comorbidity.
SINGAPORE MEDICAL JOURNAL
(2022)
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Edimansyah Abdin, Siow Ann Chong, Vithiya Ragu, Janhavi Ajit Vaingankar, Saleha Shafie, Swapna Verma, Ganga Ganesan, Kelvin Bryan Tan, Derrick Heng, Mythily Subramaniam
Summary: This study estimates the economic cost of mental disorders in Singapore using data from the second Singapore Mental Health Study (SMHS 2016). The results show that mental disorders impose a significant burden on the Singaporean society, both in terms of direct medical costs and loss of productivity costs. The average annual excess cost associated with mental disorders per person is estimated to be S$3938.9.
JOURNAL OF MENTAL HEALTH
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Charmaine Tang, Yi Chian Chua, Edimansyah Abdin, Mythily Subramaniam, Swapna Verma
Summary: This pilot study aimed to assess the feasibility and effectiveness of using metformin to manage antipsychotic-induced weight gain in patients with first-episode psychosis (FEP). The results showed that metformin was a safe and tolerable weight control measure in a typical outpatient sample.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Rajeswari Sambasivam, Janhavi Ajit Vaingankar, Edimansyah Abdin, Fiona Devi, Boon Yiang Chua, Saleha Shafie, Sherilyn Chang, Shazana Shahwan, Siow Ann Chong, Mythily Subramaniam
Summary: This study examines the level of positive mental health (PMH) in the general population and identifies the socio-demographic factors associated with PMH. The findings show that individuals with a lifetime prevalence of major depressive disorder (MDD) have lower PMH scores, and the relationship between MDD and PMH varies across employment status.
ANNALS ACADEMY OF MEDICINE SINGAPORE
(2022)
Article
Psychiatry
Shilpa Tyagi, Ganga Ganesan, Mythily Subramaniam, Edimansyah Abdin, Janhavi Ajit Vaingankar, Boon Yiang Chua, Siow Ann Chong, Kelvin Bryan Tan
Summary: Our study found variations in the association of mental health conditions, chronic medical conditions, and age with total healthcare expenditure in an Asian setting, highlighting the need for targeted planning and resource allocation.
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Yen Sin Koh, P. Asharani, Fiona Devi, Kumarasan Roystonn, Peizhi Wang, Janhavi Ajit Vaingankar, Edimansyah Abdin, Chee Fang Sum, Eng Sing Lee, Falk Muller-Riemenschneider, Siow Ann Chong, Mythily Subramaniam
Summary: This study examined the prevalence of perceived barriers to physical activity in Singapore's adult population and their associations with physical activity and sedentary behavior. Lack of time, fatigue, and pollution were identified as the top barriers. External barriers such as weather and lack of pavements or parks, as well as internal barriers such as age, cost, and fatigue, were found to be associated with physical activity and sedentary behavior.
Article
Clinical Neurology
Pratika Satghare, Edimansyah Bin Abdin, Aditi Hombali, Wen Lin Teh, Ellaisha Samari, Boon Yiang Chua, Swapna Verma, Yee Ming Mok, Siow Ann Chong, Mythily Subramaniam
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the prevalence and severity of chronic pain among psychiatric out-patients in a tertiary care hospital in Singapore. The results showed a high prevalence of pain among patients with psychiatric illness, and patients diagnosed with anxiety disorders and those with higher BMI were more likely to experience moderate to severe pain.
PAIN RESEARCH & MANAGEMENT
(2022)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Yeow Wee Brian Tan, Edward Ryan Tan, Koh Yen Sin, P. AshaRani, Edimansyah Abdin, Kumarasan Roystonn, Peizhi Wang, Fiona Devi, Janhavi Vaingankar, Rob M. van Dam, Chee Fang Sum, Eng Sing Lee, Wai Leng Chow, Siow Ann Chong, Mythily Subramaniam
Summary: This study examines the public acceptance of lifestyle nudges and identifies that individuals prefer less intrusive approaches for promoting healthy lifestyle. The study also finds that socio-demographic characteristics and lifestyle behaviors are associated with acceptance of nudges, highlighting the importance of taking these factors into consideration when formulating and implementing behaviorally informed health policies.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Kumarasan Roystonn, P. V. AshaRani, Fiona Devi Siva Kumar, Peizhi Wang, Edimansyah Abdin, Chee Fang Sum, Eng Sing Lee, Siow Ann Chong, Mythily Subramaniam
Summary: This study evaluated the knowledge of diabetes and predictors of diabetes knowledge level among the general public in Singapore. It found that the general public has adequate knowledge of diabetes, but there are still misconceptions. Patients with diabetes were found to have more knowledge about diabetes compared to those without diabetes.
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Chong Min Janrius Goh, P. Asharani, Edimansyah Abdin, Shazana Shahwan, Yunjue Zhang, Rajeswari Sambasivam, Janhavi Ajit Vaingankar, Stefan Ma, Siow Ann Chong, Mythily Subramaniam
Summary: This study aims to uncover gender differences in individuals with alcohol use disorder (AUD) in Singapore. The study found that the prevalence of AUD was higher in males compared to females. However, females had a higher comorbidity of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) in addition to AUD.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MENTAL HEALTH AND ADDICTION
(2022)
Article
Family Studies
Jianlin Liu, Shazana Shahwan, Edimansyah Abdin, Janhavi Ajit Vaingankar, Sutapa Basu, Charmaine Tang, Swapna Verma, Mythily Subramaniam
Summary: This study investigated the association between adverse childhood experiences (ACE) and positive psychotic symptoms in Singapore. The findings showed that individuals exposed to dysfunctional home environments or multiple ACE were at an elevated risk of experiencing positive psychotic symptoms.
CHILD ABUSE & NEGLECT
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Mythily Subramaniam, Edimansyah Abdin, Alexander Man Cher Kong, Janhavi Ajit Vaingankar, Anitha Jeyagurunathan, Saleha Shafie, Rajeswari Sambasivam, Daniel Shuen Sheng Fung, Swapna Verma, Siow Ann Chong
Summary: This study evaluated the impact of DSM-5 criteria on alcohol use disorders (AUD) in Singapore's multi-ethnic population. The results showed that using DSM-5 criteria led to a lower prevalence of AUD, but it still had significant comorbidity with other mental disorders and had a negative impact on health-related quality of life and public health.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH
(2023)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Lee Seng Esmond Seow, Jue Hua Lau, Edimansyah Abdin, Swapna K. Verma, Kelvin Bryan Tan, Mythily Subramaniam
Summary: The current study aimed to map the disease-specific Schizophrenia Quality of Life Scale (SQLS) onto generic preference-based instruments (EQ-5D-3 L, EQ-5D-5 L, HUI3, and SF-6D) to inform cost-utility analyses for schizophrenia treatment.
EXPERT REVIEW OF PHARMACOECONOMICS & OUTCOMES RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Kumarasan Roystonn, P. V. AshaRani, Fiona Devi, Peizhi Wang, Yunjue Zhang, Anitha Jeyagurunathan, Edimansyah Abdin, Lorainne Tudor Car, Siow Ann Chong, Mythily Subramaniam
Summary: This qualitative study provides insights into the determinants of digital technology adoption for healthy lifestyle among community-dwelling adults in Singapore. It identifies the challenges of catering to diverse groups and emphasizes the need to address technical problems and data security concerns.
FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
(2023)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Phyllis Lun, Ke Ning, Yishan Wang, Tiffany S. W. Ma, Francis P. Flores, Xiao Xiao, Mythily Subramaniam, Edimansyah Abdin, Linwei Tian, Tim K. Tsang, Kathy Leung, Joseph T. Wu, Benjamin J. Cowling, Gabriel M. Leung, Michael Y. Ni
Summary: This study tracks COVID-19 vaccine acceptance and uptake in Hong Kong and Singapore, and finds that trust in health authorities is crucial in overcoming vaccine hesitancy. Additionally, the study finds that workplace vaccine mandates and vaccine passes can significantly increase daily vaccination appointments.
