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Sapkota D, Ogilvie J, Dennison S, Thompson C, Allard T. Prevalence of mental disorders among Australian females: Comparison according to motherhood status using Australian birth cohort data. Arch Womens Ment Health 2024; 27:625-635. [PMID: 38378871 PMCID: PMC11230990 DOI: 10.1007/s00737-024-01444-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/06/2023] [Accepted: 02/05/2024] [Indexed: 02/22/2024]
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PURPOSE Studies examining mental disorders among women have primarily focused on either depression, anxiety, or substance use disorders and not included the broader spectrum of mental disorders. Mixed evidence exists on the prevalence rates of mental disorders among mothers. This study compares the prevalence of different mental disorders and mental comorbidities between mothers and non-mothers and assesses correlates of mental disorders among mothers. METHODS A population-based birth cohort design was adopted, consisting of 40,416 females born in Queensland, Australia, in 1983/84. Linked administrative data from hospital admissions were used to identify mental disorders. Cumulative incidence curves of different mental disorders were created separately for mothers and non-mothers. RESULTS Mental disorder prevalence among females by age 29-31 years was 7.8% (11.0% for mothers and 5.2% for non-mothers). Mothers were overrepresented in almost all categories of mental disorders, with overrepresentation becoming more pronounced with age. Mothers with a mental disorder were more likely to be unmarried, Indigenous, young at birth of first child, have greater disadvantage, and have a single child, compared to mothers without a mental disorder. Nearly half of the mothers (46.9%) had received a mental disorder diagnosis before having their first child. CONCLUSIONS Mothers, particularly unmarried, Indigenous, having greater disadvantage, and younger at birth of first child, represent a unique group with high vulnerability to mental disorders, that begins in childhood and is amplified with age. Presence of significant mental disorder comorbidities among females highlights the critical importance of a comprehensive, integrated approach to prevent and address multiple comorbidities.
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- Diksha Sapkota
- Griffith Criminology Institute, Griffith University, 176 Messines Ridge Road, Mount Gravatt, Brisbane, QLD, 4122, Australia.
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- Griffith Criminology Institute, Griffith University, 176 Messines Ridge Road, Mount Gravatt, Brisbane, QLD, 4122, Australia
- School of Criminology and Criminal Justice, Griffith University, Brisbane, Australia
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- Griffith Criminology Institute, Griffith University, 176 Messines Ridge Road, Mount Gravatt, Brisbane, QLD, 4122, Australia
- School of Criminology and Criminal Justice, Griffith University, Brisbane, Australia
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- Griffith Criminology Institute, Griffith University, 176 Messines Ridge Road, Mount Gravatt, Brisbane, QLD, 4122, Australia
- School of Criminology and Criminal Justice, Griffith University, Brisbane, Australia
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- Griffith Criminology Institute, Griffith University, 176 Messines Ridge Road, Mount Gravatt, Brisbane, QLD, 4122, Australia
- School of Criminology and Criminal Justice, Griffith University, Brisbane, Australia
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Stein CH, Redondo RA, Simon S, Silverman ZJ. Strengths, Struggles, and Strategies: How Adults with Serious Mental Illness Navigate Long-Term Romantic Relationships. Community Ment Health J 2024:10.1007/s10597-024-01288-1. [PMID: 38713315 DOI: 10.1007/s10597-024-01288-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/29/2023] [Accepted: 04/23/2024] [Indexed: 05/08/2024]
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Married individuals and those in committed romantic relationships generally report having better mental health outcomes than their single or divorced counterparts. However, studies of romantic relationships for adults with mental illness have often ignored rewarding aspects of romantic relationships and have focused primarily on relationship difficulties. In this study, 23 adults with serious mental illness in long-term romantic relationships described their relationship strengths and struggles in small focus group discussions. Content analysis was used to characterize themes from participant accounts. Overall, participants described deep emotional bonds with their partners, a mutual willingness to work on their relationship, and good communication skills as relationship strengths. Mental health symptoms and internalized stigma were identified as major contributors to relationship struggles. Participants spontaneously identified intentional strategies that they used to navigate mental health challenges in their relationship that included self-directed, partner-directed, and couple-directed actions. Implications of findings for research and practice are discussed.
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- Catherine H Stein
- Department of Psychology, Bowling Green State University, Bowling Green, OH, 43403, USA.
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- Department of Psychology, Bowling Green State University, Bowling Green, OH, 43403, USA
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- Department of Psychology, Bowling Green State University, Bowling Green, OH, 43403, USA
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- Department of Psychology, Bowling Green State University, Bowling Green, OH, 43403, USA
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Caiada M, Felix S, Guionnet S, Valery KM, Bonilla-Guerrero J, Destaillats JM, Prouteau A. Promoting Intimate Relationships in Mental Illness: A Systematic Review of Interventions. Community Ment Health J 2024; 60:536-551. [PMID: 38015269 DOI: 10.1007/s10597-023-01204-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/01/2023] [Accepted: 10/30/2023] [Indexed: 11/29/2023]
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Although persons with Serious Mental Illness (SMI) express a need for intimate relations with others, they still suffer from a severe lack of social participation in this domain. However, these unmet needs have received little attention until recently. This study reviews interventions that aim to facilitate the development and the maintenance of intimate relationships (IR) of persons with schizophrenia, bipolar disorder and major depression. A systematic review following PRISMA guidelines was conducted. Studies published in Scopus, PubMed, EBSCO (Psych INFO, Psych ARTICLES, Psychology and Behavioral Sciences Collection) from January 1, 2000, to December, 2021, were screened. The search using terms referring to "schizophrenia", "bipolar disorder", "major depression", "IR" and "interventions" revealed 11 studies. Among them, 10 reported interventions for persons with depression, including 9 for couple therapy. Most interventions targeted satisfaction with couple relationships as the main therapeutic objective. Heterogeneity in study design precludes any firm conclusions about their efficacy. Interestingly, only one intervention focused on single persons interested in developing IR. The results highlight the lack of interventions: (i) aimed at promoting IR, (ii) designed for single persons, and (iii) targeting persons with psychotic disorders. This result may reflect the persisting stigmatization of persons with psychotic disorders, and the taboo associated with the IR and sexuality of persons with mental illness. Further studies are needed to develop inclusive interventions promoting the development of IR in persons with mental illness.
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- Meryl Caiada
- Laboratory of Psychology, LabPsy, UR 4139, University of Bordeaux, 33000, Bordeaux, France.
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- Laboratory of Psychology, LabPsy, UR 4139, University of Bordeaux, 33000, Bordeaux, France
- Department of Adult Psychiatry, Jonzac Hospital, Jonzac, France
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- Laboratory of Psychology, LabPsy, UR 4139, University of Bordeaux, 33000, Bordeaux, France
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- Laboratory of Psychology, LabPsy, UR 4139, University of Bordeaux, 33000, Bordeaux, France
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- Laboratory of Psychology, LabPsy, UR 4139, University of Bordeaux, 33000, Bordeaux, France
- Department of Adult Psychiatry, Jonzac Hospital, Jonzac, France
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Kageyama M, Yokoyama K, Ichihashi K, Noma S, Hashimoto R, Nishitani M, Okamoto R, Solomon P. A peer-led learning program about intimate and romantic relationships for persons with mental disorders (AIRIKI): co-creation pilot feasibility study. BMC Psychiatry 2023; 23:767. [PMID: 37858119 PMCID: PMC10588039 DOI: 10.1186/s12888-023-05254-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/19/2023] [Accepted: 10/04/2023] [Indexed: 10/21/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Intimate and romantic relationships are important in life for individuals, irrespective of mental health status. We developed a four-hour peer-led learning program for persons with mental disorders about intimate and romantic relationships through a co-creation process with service users and examined its preliminary effectiveness and feasibility of implementing the program. METHODS A one-group pretest-posttest trial was conducted using a mixed-method design for 45 individuals with mental disorders in Japan. Outcome data were collected at three time points: baseline, post-intervention, and one month after program completion. Mixed models for repeated measures (MMRM) were used to examine changes over time in the Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale (RSES), Recovery Assessment Scale (RAS), Herth Hope Index (HHI), and the original items. Group interviews were conducted for process evaluation. RESULTS MMRM showed significant changes over time on RSES, RAS, HHI, and two original items "I am able to communicate well with others about myself" and "I am able to listen to others well." In multiple comparisons, RSES and HHI were significant one month after the program. Participants reported changes during the first month after attending the program in terms of their positive attitude toward romantic relationships (n = 14), taking romantic actions (n = 11), and feeling their overall communication improved (n = 11). Although two participants had an unscheduled psychiatric visit that could be attributed to attending the program, all recovered after one month. CONCLUSIONS The program exhibited preliminary effectiveness to a moderate extent in improving recovery, particularly regarding self-esteem and hope. The program is feasible but requires further modifications regarding inclusion criteria for participants and the training of peer facilitators. TRIAL REGISTRATION UMIN000041743;09/09/2020.
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- Masako Kageyama
- Osaka University Institute of Advanced Co-Creation Studies, 1-7 Yamadaoka, Suita, Osaka, 565-0871, Japan.
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- Department of Nursing, Faculty of Nursing, Yokohama Soei University, 1Miho-cho, Yokohama, Kanagawa, 226-0015, Japan
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- Department of Neuropsychiatry, University of Tokyo Hospital, 7-3-1 Hongo, Bunkyo, Tokyo, 113-8655, Japan
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- Peer support online group 'Hamaccha', Yokohama, Japan
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- Department of Pathology of Mental Diseases, National Institute of Mental Health, National Center of Neurology and Psychiatry, 4-1-1 Ogawahigashi, Kodaira, Tokyo, 113-8655, Japan
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- Department of Health Promotion Science, Osaka University Graduate School of Medicine, 1-7 Yamadaoka, Suita, Osaka, 565-0871, Japan
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- Department of Health Promotion Science, Osaka University Graduate School of Medicine, 1-7 Yamadaoka, Suita, Osaka, 565-0871, Japan
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- School of Social Policy & Practice, University of Pennsylvania, 3701 Locust Walk, Philadelphia, PA, 19104-6214, USA
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White R, Haddock G, Haarmans M, Varese F. Being more satisfied with romantic relationship status is associated with increased mental wellbeing in people with experience of psychosis. Front Psychiatry 2023; 14:1232973. [PMID: 37840795 PMCID: PMC10569177 DOI: 10.3389/fpsyt.2023.1232973] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/01/2023] [Accepted: 09/05/2023] [Indexed: 10/17/2023] Open
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Aims Romantic relationships represent one of the most salient sources of social support. In general population studies, they are associated with both physical and psychological benefits. Research suggests that for people with psychosis, romantic relationships may also have a positive impact on a range of outcomes, but the reasons for these associations are still unclear. This study aims to investigate whether satisfaction with romantic relationships status is associated with better wellbeing outcomes in people with experience of psychosis and explore three possible psychological mediators of this relationship. Methods Participants who had previously sought support for psychosis (n = 190) completed an online survey including measures of relationship status satisfaction (the Satisfaction with Relationship Scale) as well as measures of psychotic symptoms (the CAPE-42), general well-being (Short Warwick-Edinburgh Mental Wellbeing Scale) and several psychological variables relevant to the pathway between romantic relationships and well-being outcomes, namely loneliness, internalised stigma, self-esteem and attachment. Results Fearful attachment and partner criticism were negatively associated with relationship status satisfaction. Having a partner was positively associated with relationship status satisfaction. Higher levels of relationship status satisfaction were associated with lower psychotic symptoms and higher mental wellbeing. This relationship was mediated by loneliness, internalised stigma, and self-esteem. Conclusion Mental health services should be mindful of the associations between romantic relationship satisfaction and wellbeing. Service users with a fearful attachment style may particularly benefit from support in this area.
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- Rebecca White
- Division of Psychology and Mental Health, School of Health Sciences, Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health, Manchester Academic Health Science Centre, The University of Manchester, Manchester, United Kingdom
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- Division of Psychology and Mental Health, School of Health Sciences, Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health, Manchester Academic Health Science Centre, The University of Manchester, Manchester, United Kingdom
- Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust, Manchester Academic Health Science Centre, The University of Manchester, Manchester, United Kingdom
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- Department of Sociology, School of Social Sciences, Faculty of Humanities, The University of Manchester, Manchester, United Kingdom
- School of Psychology, University of Liverpool, Liverpool, United Kingdom
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- Division of Psychology and Mental Health, School of Health Sciences, Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health, Manchester Academic Health Science Centre, The University of Manchester, Manchester, United Kingdom
- Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust, Manchester Academic Health Science Centre, The University of Manchester, Manchester, United Kingdom
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Uka F, Konjufca J, Ramadani F, Arënliu A, Bërxulli D, Jovanović N, Russo M. The relations between socio-demographic information and negative symptoms, mental health, and quality of life: a latent profile analysis with psychotic patients in Kosovo. Front Psychiatry 2023; 14:1135385. [PMID: 37564239 PMCID: PMC10410071 DOI: 10.3389/fpsyt.2023.1135385] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/31/2022] [Accepted: 03/27/2023] [Indexed: 08/12/2023] Open
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The current study aims to identify meaningful psychotic patients' profiles by examining certain combinations of patient's demographic and socio-economic variables (sex, age, marital status, number of children, cohabitant and level of education). Moreover, we aim to assess whether there is any significant effect of class membership (profile) on negative symptoms, health state, and quality of life among psychotic patients. A convenience sample of 103 patients (age: M = 22, SD = 1.75), was drawn from the clinical populations of Kosovo. Demographic and socio-economic data was obtained through individual interviews, meanwhile a battery of questionnaires was used to assess negative symptoms, mental health, and quality of life of patients. The 4-class solution was selected as the best fitting model and used in subsequent analyses. Results indicated a significant effect of class membership on health state, quality of life and negative symptoms. Practical implications are discussed.
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- Fitim Uka
- Department of Psychology, University of Pristina “Hasan Prishtina”, Prishtina, Kosovo
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- Department of Psychology, University of Pristina “Hasan Prishtina”, Prishtina, Kosovo
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- Department of Psychology, University of Pristina “Hasan Prishtina”, Prishtina, Kosovo
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- Department of Psychology, University of Pristina “Hasan Prishtina”, Prishtina, Kosovo
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- Department of Psychology, University of Pristina “Hasan Prishtina”, Prishtina, Kosovo
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- Unit for Social and Community Psychiatry, Queen Mary University of London, London, United Kingdom
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- Unit for Social and Community Psychiatry, Queen Mary University of London, London, United Kingdom
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Li N, Zhang YM, Xiong NN, Sun QQ, Qian Y, Sun HQ. The association between the romantic relationships of parents and offspring depressive symptoms: Mediating effects of offspring communication patterns and romantic relationships. Front Psychol 2022; 13:897380. [PMID: 36033097 PMCID: PMC9407243 DOI: 10.3389/fpsyg.2022.897380] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/16/2022] [Accepted: 07/22/2022] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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This study investigated a conceptual model by testing how parental romantic relationships influenced the depressive symptoms of grown-up children and whether the constructive communication patterns of grown-up children and romantic relationships played mediation effects within it. A total of 421 Chinese participants were enrolled in the study. The level of depressive symptoms, romantic relationship satisfaction and closeness, couple communication patterns, and parental romantic relationships were measured via self-report questionnaires. According to the results, the structural equation modeling analysis verified that the severity of participants’ depressive symptoms was negatively associated with the parental romantic relationship and that the association was mediated by participants’ constructive communication patterns and their own romantic relationships. Furthermore, compared with nondepressed participants, depressed participants were less satisfied with their parental romantic relationships, exhibited fewer constructive communication patterns, and were more distant and unsatisfied with current romantic relationships.
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Hurmuz M, Frandes M, Panfil AL, Stoica IP, Bredicean C, Giurgi-Oncu C, Papava I, Nirestean A. Quality of Life in Patients with Chronic Psychotic Disorders: A Practical Model for Interventions in Romanian Mental Health Centers. MEDICINA (KAUNAS, LITHUANIA) 2022; 58:615. [PMID: 35630032 PMCID: PMC9143751 DOI: 10.3390/medicina58050615] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/22/2022] [Revised: 04/20/2022] [Accepted: 04/26/2022] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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Background and Objectives: Current psychiatric care is increasingly focusing on patients' quality of life (QoL). Research is still trying to determine the main factors which influence QoL. The present study aims to assess the QoL of patients with chronic psychotic-spectrum disorders, as well as its relation to symptomatology, functionality, adaptive behavior, and perceived level of recovery. Materials and Methods: The study included a sample of 78 patients with chronic psychosis. Symptomatology and illness severity were assessed with the Positive and Negative Syndrome Scale (PANSS) and the Clinical Global Impression Scale-Severity (CGI-S) scales, respectively. The Global Assessment of Functioning Scale (GAFS) and the Adaptive Behavior Assessment System II (ABAS-II)-Adult Form were used for the assessment of patients' functionality, and the Quality-of-Life Inventory (QOLI) scale was applied for the evaluation of QoL. Results: According to the CGI-Severity scale, 20.5% of the patients were borderline mentally ill, and 24.4% were mildly ill. The highest number of patients (34.6%) were moderately ill, while 14.1% and 2.6% were markedly ill and severely ill, respectively. Among the moderately ill patients, more than half (63%) were patients with schizophrenia, 18.5% were patients with delusional disorder, and 18.5% were patients with schizoaffective disorder. Most of the patients (43.6%) presented moderate functioning deficiency, while 38.5% of the patients presented severe deficiency, according to the GAFS score. When assessed with the ABAS, we observed that almost half of the patients (44.9%) showed an average functioning across skill areas in the conceptual, social, and practical domains. A percent of 67.9% of the patients presented an average QoL, while 15.4% and 12.8% showed a very low and low QoL. QoL was not influenced by the patients' symptomatology, gender, and education level. Having children, family support, better social and conceptual skills, and a higher perceived level of recovery was correlated with an increased QoL, hierarchical multiple regression R2 = 0.379, F(9, 68) = 2.616, and p = 0.012. Conclusions: Psychiatric interventions in psychosis should focus not only on symptoms' control, but also on improving social and family support, as well as adaptive skills to increase the patients' QoL.
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- Marinela Hurmuz
- Discipline of Psychiatry, Department of Clinical Sciences, “George Emil Palade” University of Medicine, Pharmacy, Science and Technology of Targu Mures, 38 Str. G. Marinescu, 540139 Targu Mures, Romania; (M.H.); (A.N.)
- Mental Health Center No. 1, “Pius Branzeu” Timis County Emergency Clinical Hospital, 156 Bd. Liviu Rebreanu, 300182 Timisoara, Romania;
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- Department of Functional Sciences—Medical Informatics and Biostatistics, “Victor Babes” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 2 Sq. Eftimie Murgu, 300041 Timisoara, Romania
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- Liaison Psychiatry Department, “Pius Branzeu” Timis County Emergency Clinical Hospital, 156 Bd. Liviu Rebreanu, 300182 Timisoara, Romania;
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- Mental Health Center No. 1, “Pius Branzeu” Timis County Emergency Clinical Hospital, 156 Bd. Liviu Rebreanu, 300182 Timisoara, Romania;
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- Department of Neuroscience, NEUROPSY-COG Center for Cognitive Research in Neuropsychiatric Pathology, “Victor Babes” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 2 Sq. Eftimie Murgu, 300041 Timisoara, Romania; (C.B.); (C.G.-O.); (I.P.)
- “Dr. Victor Popescu” Emergency Military Clinical Hospital, 7 Str. G. Lazăr, 300080 Timisoara, Romania
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- Department of Neuroscience, NEUROPSY-COG Center for Cognitive Research in Neuropsychiatric Pathology, “Victor Babes” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 2 Sq. Eftimie Murgu, 300041 Timisoara, Romania; (C.B.); (C.G.-O.); (I.P.)
- “Eduard Pamfil” Psychiatric Clinic, “Pius Branzeu” Timis County Emergency Clinical Hospital, 156 Bd. Liviu Rebreanu, 300182 Timisoara, Romania
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- Department of Neuroscience, NEUROPSY-COG Center for Cognitive Research in Neuropsychiatric Pathology, “Victor Babes” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 2 Sq. Eftimie Murgu, 300041 Timisoara, Romania; (C.B.); (C.G.-O.); (I.P.)
- “Eduard Pamfil” Psychiatric Clinic, “Pius Branzeu” Timis County Emergency Clinical Hospital, 156 Bd. Liviu Rebreanu, 300182 Timisoara, Romania
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- Discipline of Psychiatry, Department of Clinical Sciences, “George Emil Palade” University of Medicine, Pharmacy, Science and Technology of Targu Mures, 38 Str. G. Marinescu, 540139 Targu Mures, Romania; (M.H.); (A.N.)
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Wu Q, Zhu P, Liu X, Chen C, Ji Q, Gu Q. The impact of family function on mental health status in patient with inflammatory bowel disease: The mediating role of self-esteem. Front Psychiatry 2022; 13:1007318. [PMID: 36532185 PMCID: PMC9754665 DOI: 10.3389/fpsyt.2022.1007318] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/30/2022] [Accepted: 11/15/2022] [Indexed: 12/03/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE Family function is a protective factor for mental health status in IBD patients; however, the underlying processes are unknown. This study aimed to investigate the mediating influence of self-esteem on family functioning and mental health. METHODS This cross-sectional study comprised a total of 133 IBD patients who were assessed for family function (APGAR) and depression symptoms. (PHQ-9), anxiety symptoms. (GAD-7) and self-esteem (RSES) via self-administered questionnaires. Mediating effects were tested using the SPSS Process program with bootstrap. RESULTS The total score of PHQ-9 was 7.44 ±5.54. The total score of GAD-7 was 6.15±4.78. Significant associations were identified among family function, self-esteem, depression, and anxiety symptoms. Results revealed a significant indirect effect, suggesting that the effects of family function on depression and anxiety symptoms were mediated by self-esteem; the indirect effects percentages were 41.63 and 29.25. CONCLUSION These results indicate that the family function of IBD patients can predict their mental health condition. As self-esteem is a mediating element, which may have been influenced by family function, mental health status is indirectly affected. Therefore, promoting the self-esteem of IBD patients is crucial for facilitating long-term mental wellness.
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- Qiwei Wu
- School of Nursing and Public Health, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, China
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- School of Nursing and Public Health, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, China
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- School of Nursing and Public Health, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, China
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- School of Nursing and Public Health, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, China
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- School of Nursing and Public Health, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, China
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- Gastroenterology Department, Northern Jiangsu People's Hospital, Yangzhou, Jiangsu, China
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