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Vaiciurgis VT, Clancy AK, O'Reilly G, Beck EJ. Perceived nutrition needs of people experiencing disadvantage in utilizing support services: An Australian case study. Food Sci Nutr 2024; 12:4133-4142. [PMID: 38873481 PMCID: PMC11167159 DOI: 10.1002/fsn3.4072] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/24/2023] [Revised: 02/14/2024] [Accepted: 02/23/2024] [Indexed: 06/15/2024] Open
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Individuals experiencing socio-economic disadvantage face higher rates of food insecurity and health disparities. This study explored the perceptions, attitudes, and knowledge of individuals providing nutrition services, and users of these services, to identify nutrition needs and inform potential strategies for addressing diet-related health inequities. Semi-structured interviews were conducted utilizing a phenomenological approach to explore lived experiences, beliefs, and perceptions influencing nutrition-related health. Key themes were derived by consensus among researchers using inductive thematic analysis. Twenty-two interviews were completed, which identified five themes. "Budgetary Constraints" was found to have a pervasive impact on all nutrition-related services. Secondly, diverse "Individual Clientele" was found to influence three overlapping themes pertaining to opportunities and limitations for "Knowledge and Skills," "Services, Resources and Staff," and the "Systems and Food Environment." Budgets directly impact the availability of services, resources, food provision, sustainability, and educational opportunities for staff, volunteers and service users. A live-in environment offers a platform to implement and evaluate targeted interventions to inform and enhance nutrition-related support services. Future interventions should address individual and systemic influences, prioritizing client-informed, cost-effective, sustainable capacity building for clients and staff. Recommendations for systemic and environmental influences include formalized staff training, peer-mentoring systems, and increasing client autonomy. This has the potential to improve food security for residents following their transition into independent living. Charitable system limitations underscore the need for broader systemic change, informed policymaking, and government intervention to effectively address the root causes of food insecurity and diet-related health inequities.
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- Verena T. Vaiciurgis
- School of Medical, Indigenous and Health SciencesUniversity of WollongongWollongongNew South WalesAustralia
- Illawarra Health & Medical Research InstituteWollongongNew South WalesAustralia
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- School of Medical, Indigenous and Health SciencesUniversity of WollongongWollongongNew South WalesAustralia
- Illawarra Health & Medical Research InstituteWollongongNew South WalesAustralia
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- School of Medical, Indigenous and Health SciencesUniversity of WollongongWollongongNew South WalesAustralia
- Illawarra Health & Medical Research InstituteWollongongNew South WalesAustralia
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- School of Medical, Indigenous and Health SciencesUniversity of WollongongWollongongNew South WalesAustralia
- Illawarra Health & Medical Research InstituteWollongongNew South WalesAustralia
- School of Health SciencesUniversity of New South WalesKensingtonNew South WalesAustralia
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Dahlenburg SC, Bartsch DR, Giles JA, Koehne KA, O'Sullivan J. Experiences of a peer group for people diagnosed with borderline personality disorder: A qualitative interview study. Personal Ment Health 2024; 18:166-176. [PMID: 38311730 DOI: 10.1002/pmh.1604] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/04/2023] [Revised: 11/23/2023] [Accepted: 01/09/2024] [Indexed: 02/06/2024]
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There is a notable lack of literature evaluating peer support for people with a diagnosis of borderline personality disorder (BPD). Peer-led groups have been shown to positively impact outcomes related to empowerment, hope, and self-efficacy beliefs for consumers diagnosed with serious mental illness and may also be a helpful option for those experiencing personality disorder symptoms. We outline the coproduction of a peer group for people with a lived experience of BPD and a qualitative analysis of feedback post-group participation. Twenty-two consumers participated in post-group interviews and described their experiences of peer support. Interview transcripts were coded, and three main themes were identified: growth and change, connection and feeling understood, and creating safety. The findings suggested that participation in a coproduced peer support group for people with a diagnosis of BPD facilitated positive personal transformation as well as opportunities to develop connection through shared experiences in a safe environment grounded in mutuality. These themes were particularly powerful for participants because they countered previous experiences of not feeling safe, understood, or equal when seeking treatment. These findings support the acceptability of implementing a coproduced group for people diagnosed with BPD in a community mental health setting.
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- Sophie C Dahlenburg
- Borderline Personality Disorder Collaborative, SA Health, 1/100 Greenhill Road, Unley, South Australia, 5061, Australia
- School of Psychology, The University of Adelaide, Hughes Building, North Terrace, Adelaide, South Australia, 5005, Australia
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- Borderline Personality Disorder Collaborative, SA Health, 1/100 Greenhill Road, Unley, South Australia, 5061, Australia
- School of Psychology, The University of Adelaide, Hughes Building, North Terrace, Adelaide, South Australia, 5005, Australia
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- Borderline Personality Disorder Collaborative, SA Health, 1/100 Greenhill Road, Unley, South Australia, 5061, Australia
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- Borderline Personality Disorder Collaborative, SA Health, 1/100 Greenhill Road, Unley, South Australia, 5061, Australia
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- Borderline Personality Disorder Collaborative, SA Health, 1/100 Greenhill Road, Unley, South Australia, 5061, Australia
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Gurusamy J, Gandhi S, Damodharan D, Palaniappan M, Ganesan V. Effect of lifestyle modification intervention (LMI) on metabolic syndrome in schizophrenia in a residential mental health care setting-A mixed method study. Schizophr Res 2024; 266:75-84. [PMID: 38377870 DOI: 10.1016/j.schres.2024.02.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/19/2022] [Revised: 12/18/2023] [Accepted: 02/10/2024] [Indexed: 02/22/2024]
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- Jothimani Gurusamy
- College of Nursing, National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences (NIMHANS), Bengaluru, India.
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- Department of Nursing, National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences (NIMHANS), Bengaluru, India
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- Center for Psychosocial Support and Disaster Management, National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences (NIMHANS), Bangalore, India
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- Department of Biostatistics, National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences (NIMHANS), Bangalore, India
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- Department of Psychiatry, National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences (NIMHANS), Bengaluru, India
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Grishina M, Rooney RM, Millar L, Mann R, Mancini VO. The effectiveness of community friendship groups on participant social and mental health: a meta-analysis. Front Psychol 2023; 14:1078268. [PMID: 38130971 PMCID: PMC10733530 DOI: 10.3389/fpsyg.2023.1078268] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/25/2022] [Accepted: 08/09/2023] [Indexed: 12/23/2023] Open
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Introduction Social disconnectedness and isolation are risk factors for poor mental health. Community-based friendship group interventions have been designed to increase an individual's social capital and consequently their mental wellbeing. Structured and unstructured friendship groups reflect two distinct approaches to friendship group interventions. Methods This meta-analysis investigated whether structured or unstructured community friendship groups are more effective for mental health and social capital outcomes. A systematic search of quantitative studies was conducted across seven databases and study quality was assessed using the Effective Public Health Practice Project (EPHPP) tool. Eight studies (2 unstructured and 6 structured friendship groups) were included in the review, published between 2005 and 2020. Results Structured friendship groups had a small significant effect on reducing participant depression symptoms. There was not enough available data to compare the effectiveness of structured and unstructured groups for mental health outcomes. There was substantial heterogeneity between studies to calculate pooled effect sizes for any social capital outcomes. Data synthesis indicated mixed reviews for social capital outcomes, likely due to the large heterogeneity and limited studies. Discussion This meta-analysis provides limited support for positive mental health outcomes following structured community-based friendship group interventions. There is a need for additional research as a large research gap remains, particularly for unstructured friendship groups. Systematic Review Registration https://www.crd.york.ac.uk/prospero/display_record.php?RecordID=260639, CRD42021260639.
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- Micah Grishina
- Discipline of Psychology, School of Population Health, Curtin University, Perth, WA, Australia
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- Discipline of Psychology, School of Population Health, Curtin University, Perth, WA, Australia
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- Discipline of Psychology, School of Population Health, Curtin University, Perth, WA, Australia
- Telethon Kids Institute, Perth, WA, Australia
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- Discipline of Psychology, School of Population Health, Curtin University, Perth, WA, Australia
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- Discipline of Psychology, School of Population Health, Curtin University, Perth, WA, Australia
- Telethon Kids Institute, Perth, WA, Australia
- Division of Paediatrics, UWA Medical School, University of Western Australia, Perth, WA, Australia
- The Fathering Project, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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An Y, Ntombela N, Hoffmann CJ, Fashina T, Mabuto T, Owczarzak J. "That makes me feel human": a qualitative evaluation of the acceptability of an HIV differentiated care intervention for formerly incarcerated people re-entering community settings in South Africa. BMC Health Serv Res 2022; 22:1092. [PMID: 36028825 PMCID: PMC9415240 DOI: 10.1186/s12913-022-08469-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/28/2022] [Accepted: 08/19/2022] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Background Correctional settings in South Africa have disproportionately high rates of HIV infection; a large number of inmates living with HIV return to the community each year. The transition community adherence club (TCAC) intervention was a differentiated care delivery approach with structural and peer components designed to increase antiretroviral therapy (ART) adherence and HIV care engagement following release from incarceration. The objective of this study was to assess the acceptability of the TCAC intervention among HIV-infected community re-entrants to inform program revisions and future intervention designs. Methods This was a qualitative study set within a randomized controlled trial (RCT) of the TCAC intervention in South Africa. We conducted semi-structured, in-depth interviews with 16 re-entrants living with HIV and assigned to the intervention arm. All interviews were audio-recorded, transcribed, translated, and de-identified. Transcripts were coded and analyzed using content analysis, and acceptability was assessed using the Theoretical Framework of Acceptability (TFA). Results Overall, study participants reported that the TCAC intervention was acceptable. Development of supportive relationships between participants, non-judgmental attitudes from peer-facilitators, and perceived effectiveness of the intervention to support ART adherence and HIV care were noted as the most valued components. An altruistic desire to help other participants facing similar post-incarceration and HIV-related challenges was a key motivator for TCAC attendance. A lack of access to reliable transportation to intervention sites and clinic-based medication collection were described as burdens to program participation. Illicit drug use by other group members and negative social influences were also identified as potential barriers to optimal program engagement. Conclusion The TCAC was a well-accepted model of differentiated care delivery among re-entrants living with HIV in South Africa. To further enhance intervention acceptability for future scale-ups, program revisions should address logistical barriers related to reaching TCAC sites and implementing ART distribution at TCAC group sessions.
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- Yangxi An
- Johns Hopkins University, 1550 Orleans St, CRB II - 1M11, Baltimore, MD, 21205, USA
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- Johns Hopkins University, 1550 Orleans St, CRB II - 1M11, Baltimore, MD, 21205, USA. .,Aurum Institute, Johannesburg, South Africa. .,Department of Medicine, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, USA. .,Department of Health, Behavior, and Society, Johns Hopkins University Bloomberg School of Public Health, Baltimore, USA.
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- Johns Hopkins University, 1550 Orleans St, CRB II - 1M11, Baltimore, MD, 21205, USA
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- Department of Health, Behavior, and Society, Johns Hopkins University Bloomberg School of Public Health, Baltimore, USA
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Walburg F, de Joode JW, Brandt H, van Tulder M, Adriaanse M, van Meijel B. Experiences and perceptions of people with a severe mental illness and health care professionals of a one-year group-based lifestyle programme (SMILE). PLoS One 2022; 17:e0271990. [PMID: 35925975 PMCID: PMC9352038 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0271990] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/29/2021] [Accepted: 07/09/2022] [Indexed: 11/19/2022] Open
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Objective This was to elucidate the experiences and perceptions of people with severe mental illness (SMI) and their health care professionals with the SMILE (Severe Mental Illness Lifestyle Evaluation) group-based lifestyle intervention. SMILE focuses primarily on promoting healthy diet, physical activity and weight loss. Method A qualitative study with semi-structured interviews was conducted using purposive sampling. Interviews were conducted with 15 clients and 13 health care professionals (HCPs). Data were analysed according to a thematic analysis. Results Four overall themes were identified: interest in a lifestyle programme; group-based setting; changes in lifestyle behaviour; and preconditions for changing health behaviour. The results showed that clients valued the programme and were interested in the subject of lifestyle. The group-based setting was seen as a positive and important aspect of the intervention. Making lifestyle changes was acknowledged as difficult, especially in combination with the presence of psychiatric symptoms. Clients acquired an improved awareness of different aspects related to lifestyle behaviour. Irrespective of weight loss achieved, clients found their efforts successful with relatively ‘small’ changes. Some needed more support during the intervention than others. The practical activities in group sessions were regarded as most useful. HCPs were enthusiastic about the programme and their interactions with lifestyle improvements. Conclusions The results of this study shed light on different aspects that were considered important when delivering a lifestyle intervention to people with SMI. We recommend considering these aspects when implementing a lifestyle intervention in a mental health care setting for clients with SMI.
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- Florine Walburg
- Department Health Sciences, Amsterdam Public Health Research Institute, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department Health Sciences, Amsterdam Public Health Research Institute, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department Health Sciences, Amsterdam Public Health Research Institute, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department Human Movement Sciences, Faculty of Behavioural and Movement Sciences, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department Health Sciences, Amsterdam Public Health Research Institute, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Health, Sports & Welfare, Research Group Mental Health Nursing, Inholland University of Applied Sciences, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
- Department of Psychiatry, Amsterdam Public Health Research Institute, Amsterdam UMC (VUmc), Amsterdam, The Netherlands
- Parnassia Psychiatric Institute, Parnassia Academy, The Hague, The Netherlands
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Kelly KJ, Doucet S, Luke A, Azar R, Montelpare W. Exploring the Use of a Facebook-Based Support Group for Caregivers of Children and Youth With Complex Care Needs: Qualitative Descriptive Study. JMIR Pediatr Parent 2022; 5:e33170. [PMID: 35671082 PMCID: PMC9214619 DOI: 10.2196/33170] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/26/2021] [Revised: 04/11/2022] [Accepted: 05/03/2022] [Indexed: 01/26/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Caregivers of children and youth with complex care needs (CCN) require substantial support to ensure the well-being of their families. Web-based peer-to-peer (P2P) support groups present an opportunity for caregivers to seek and provide timely informational and emotional support. Despite the widespread use of social media for health-related support across diverse patient and caregiver populations, it is unclear how caregivers of children and youth with CCN use and potentially benefit from these groups. OBJECTIVE The aim of this study is to explore the use of a web-based P2P support group for caregivers of children and youth with CCN in New Brunswick, Canada, and investigate factors related to its use by members. METHODS The study sample consisted of individuals who joined a closed Facebook group and an analysis of content published to the group. In phase 1, a Facebook group was developed in consultation with a patient and family advisory council, and members were recruited to the group. Phase 2 of this study consisted of an observation period during which posts and related interactions (ie, likes, loves, and comments) by members were collected. In phase 3, a web-based survey was distributed, and semistructured interviews were conducted with a subsample of group members. Survey and interview data were analyzed using thematic analysis. RESULTS A total of 108 caregivers joined the Facebook group between October 2020 and March 2021. There were 93 posts with 405 comments and 542 associated interactions (448/542, 82.7% likes and 94/542, 17.3% loves). Of these 93 posts, 37 (40%) were made by group members, and 56 (60%) were made by moderators. Of the 108 members, a subsample of 39 (36.1%) completed a web-based survey, and 14 (13%) participated in the interviews. Content analyses of posts by members revealed that inquiry (17/37, 46%), informational (15/37, 41%), and emotional posts (4/37, 11%) were the most common. Emotional posts received the highest number of interactions (median 24.5). In total, 5 themes emerged from the interviews related to the use of the group and mediating factors of interactions between group members: resource for information, altruistic contribution, varying level of engagement, perceived barriers to and facilitators of group activity, and moderators as contributing members. CONCLUSIONS These findings demonstrate that caregivers of children and youth with CCN seek geography-specific P2P support groups to meet informational and social support needs. This study contributes to the knowledge on how caregivers use Facebook groups to meet their support needs through moderate and passive engagement.
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- Katherine Jennifer Kelly
- Health Centred Research Clinic, Department of Applied Human Sciences, University of Prince Edward Island, Charlottetown, PE, Canada
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- Centre for Research in Integrated Care, Department of Nursing and Health Sciences, University of New Brunswick Saint John, Saint John, NB, Canada
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- Centre for Research in Integrated Care, Department of Nursing and Health Sciences, University of New Brunswick Saint John, Saint John, NB, Canada
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- Psychobiology of Stress & Health Lab, Department of Psychology, Mount Alison University, Sackville, NB, Canada
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- Health Centred Research Clinic, Department of Applied Human Sciences, University of Prince Edward Island, Charlottetown, PE, Canada
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Toh G, Pearce E, Vines J, Ikhtabi S, Birken M, Pitman A, Johnson S. Digital interventions for subjective and objective social isolation among individuals with mental health conditions: a scoping review. BMC Psychiatry 2022; 22:331. [PMID: 35549899 PMCID: PMC9098213 DOI: 10.1186/s12888-022-03889-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/18/2021] [Accepted: 03/24/2022] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Social isolation encompasses subjective and objective concepts. Both are associated with negative health consequences and are more prevalent among people with mental health problems than among the general population. To alleviate social isolation, digital interventions have potential as accessible alternatives or adjuncts to face-to-face interventions. This scoping review aimed to describe the types of digital interventions evaluated for feasibility, acceptability and effectiveness in alleviating social isolation among individuals with mental health problems, and to present an overview of the quantitative evidence yielded to inform future intervention design. METHODS We searched five electronic databases for quantitative and mixed methods studies published between January 2000 and July 2020. Studies were included if they evaluated digital interventions for individuals with mental health conditions, had subjective and/or objective social isolation as their primary outcome, or as one of their outcomes if no primary outcome was specified. Feasibility studies were included if feasibility outcomes were the primary outcomes and social isolation was among their secondary outcomes. A narrative synthesis was conducted to present our findings. The protocol was registered on Open Science Framework (doi: https://doi.org/10.17605/OSF.IO/CNX8A ). RESULTS Thirty-two studies were included for our review: 16 feasibility studies, seven single-group studies and nine effectiveness trials. There was great variation in the interventions, study designs and sample populations. Interventions included web-based programmes, phone-based programmes, blended interventions, socially assistive robots and virtual reality interventions. Many were feasibility studies, or otherwise not fully powered to detect an effect if one were present, thus preventing clear conclusions about clinical effectiveness. Satisfactory feasibility outcomes indicated potential for future trials to assess these interventions. CONCLUSION Our scoping review identified a range of digital approaches utilized to alleviate social isolation among individuals with mental health disorders. Conclusions regarding clinical effectiveness cannot be reached due to variability of approaches and lack of large-scale randomized controlled trials. To make clear recommendations for digital social isolation interventions, future research needs to be based on rigorous methods and larger samples. Future studies should also focus on utilizing theory-driven approaches and improving existing approaches to advance the field.
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- Gigi Toh
- Division of Psychiatry, Faculty of Brain Sciences, University College London, 149 Tottenham Court Road, London, W1W 7NF, UK.
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- Division of Psychiatry, Faculty of Brain Sciences, University College London, 149 Tottenham Court Road, London, W1W 7NF, UK
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- School of Informatics, University of Edinburgh, Crichton St, Newington, Edinburgh, UK
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- Division of Psychiatry, Faculty of Brain Sciences, University College London, 149 Tottenham Court Road, London, W1W 7NF, UK
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- Division of Psychiatry, Faculty of Brain Sciences, University College London, 149 Tottenham Court Road, London, W1W 7NF, UK
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- Division of Psychiatry, Faculty of Brain Sciences, University College London, 149 Tottenham Court Road, London, W1W 7NF, UK
- Camden and Islington National Health Service Foundation Trust, St Pancras Hospital, St Pancras Way, London, NW1 0PE, UK
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- Division of Psychiatry, Faculty of Brain Sciences, University College London, 149 Tottenham Court Road, London, W1W 7NF, UK.
- Camden and Islington National Health Service Foundation Trust, St Pancras Hospital, St Pancras Way, London, NW1 0PE, UK.
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Bonn S, Licitra G, Bellocco R, Trolle Lagerros Y. Clinical Outcomes Among Working Adults Using the Health Integrator Smartphone App: Analyses of Prespecified Secondary Outcomes in a Randomized Controlled Trial. J Med Internet Res 2022; 24:e24725. [PMID: 35311677 PMCID: PMC8946520 DOI: 10.2196/24725] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/04/2020] [Revised: 01/10/2021] [Accepted: 02/01/2022] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
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Background There is a need to find new methods that can enhance the individuals’ engagement in self-care and increase compliance to a healthy lifestyle for the prevention of noncommunicable diseases and improved quality of life. Mobile health (mHealth) apps could provide large-scale, cost-efficient digital solutions to implement lifestyle change, which as a corollary may enhance quality of life. Objective Here we evaluate if the use of a smartphone-based self-management system, the Health Integrator app, with or without telephone counseling by a health coach, had an effect on clinical variables (secondary outcomes) of importance for noncommunicable diseases. Methods The study was a 3-armed parallel randomized controlled trial. Participants were randomized to a control group or to 1 of 2 intervention groups using the Health Integrator app with or without additional telephone counseling for 3 months. Clinical variables were assessed before the start of the intervention (baseline) and after 3 months. Due to the nature of the intervention, targeting lifestyle changes, participants were not blinded to their allocation. Robust linear regression with complete case analysis was performed to study the intervention effect among the intervention groups, both in the entire sample and stratifying by type of work (office worker vs bus driver) and sex. Results Complete data at baseline and follow-up were obtained from 205 and 191 participants, respectively. The mean age of participants was 48.3 (SD 10) years; 61.5% (126/205) were men and 52.2% (107/205) were bus drivers. Improvements were observed at follow-up among participants in the intervention arms. There was a small statistically significant effect on waist circumference (β=–0.97, 95% CI –1.84 to –0.10) in the group receiving the app and additional coach support compared to the control group, but no other statistically significant differences were seen. However, participants receiving only the app had statistically significantly lower BMI (β=–0.35, 95% CI –0.61 to –0.09), body weight (β=–1.08, 95% CI –1.92 to –0.26), waist circumference (β=–1.35, 95% CI –2.24 to –0.45), and body fat percentage (β=–0.83, 95% CI –1.65 to –0.02) at follow-up compared to the controls. There was a statistically significant difference in systolic blood pressure between the two intervention groups at follow-up (β=–3.74, 95% CI –7.32 to –0.16); no other statistically significant differences in outcome variables were seen. Conclusions Participants randomized to use the Health Integrator smartphone app showed small but statistically significant differences in body weight, BMI, waist circumference, and body fat percentage compared to controls after a 3-month intervention. The effect of additional coaching together with use of the app is unclear. Trial Registration ClinicalTrials.gov NCT03579342; https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT03579342 International Registered Report Identifier (IRRID) RR2-10.1186/s12889-019-6595-6
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- Stephanie Bonn
- Clinical Epidemiology Division, Department of Medicine Solna, Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Clinical Epidemiology Division, Department of Medicine Solna, Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Department of Medical Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm, Sweden
- Department of Statistics and Quantitative Methods, University of Milano-Bicocca, Milan, Italy
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- Clinical Epidemiology Division, Department of Medicine Solna, Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm, Sweden
- Center for Obesity, Academic Specialist Center, Stockholm Health Services, Stockholm, Sweden
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Joshi T, Budhathoki P, Adhikari A, Poudel A, Raut S, Shrestha DB. Team-Based Learning Among Health Care Professionals: A Systematic Review. Cureus 2022; 14:e21252. [PMID: 35178311 PMCID: PMC8842312 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.21252] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/17/2021] [Accepted: 01/14/2022] [Indexed: 12/22/2022] Open
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Introduced in the 1970s to meet the academic needs of a growing number of students with relatively stagnant faculty, team-based learning (TBL) has revolutionized the modern classroom structure. Contrary to the traditional didactic model where the teacher assumes the central role and students are passive listeners, TBL participants are actively involved in the learning process. Teachers act as facilitators while the TBL participants work in groups to solve problems through engagement with their peers. The objective of the article is to conduct a systematic review on team-based learning using the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) guideline. The studies were searched in databases like PubMed®, Scopus®, Embase®, and PubMed Central® using appropriate keywords. Two authors screened the papers, and a third author resolved the conflicts. This was followed by a bibliographic review based on the references of the selected study and bias assessment using the Joanna Briggs Institute (JBI) critical appraisal tool. The team-based learning model is increasingly being used by different institutions globally. TBL and traditional lecture-based teaching outcomes revealed that TBL participants performed better in academic, clinical, and communication domains. In addition, TBL enhanced learners' engagement, collaborative spirit, and satisfaction. Our study results are similar to the prior meta-analysis and systematic review. Nevertheless, this systematic review remains more comprehensive, up-to-date, and inclusive thus far. Team-based learning is a pragmatic and superior approach to learning among health care professionals. It has resulted in better academic, clinical, and communication outcomes. This finding spans all the medical and allied professions studied in this systematic review.
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Gurusamy J, Gandhi S, Damodharan D, Palaniappan M, Venkatasubramanian G. Grounded theory of 'lifestyle adaptation' - Perspectives from persons with schizophrenia and their caregivers. Asian J Psychiatr 2021; 56:102511. [PMID: 33412371 DOI: 10.1016/j.ajp.2020.102511] [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: 09/14/2020] [Revised: 11/12/2020] [Accepted: 12/08/2020] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Available evidence highlights that persons diagnosed with schizophrenia are predisposed to develop physical co-morbidities. Lifestyle modification interventions are identified as appropriate strategies to maintain their physical health. A comprehensive understanding of the facilitators and barriers in adhering to healthy lifestyle interventions is critical to developing individualized interventions that are effective and accessible for these patients. AIM To develop and formulate a theory of lifestyle adaptation for the prevention of physical co-morbidities for persons with schizophrenia and their caregivers who are availing mental health services in the psychiatry wards. MATERIALS AND METHODS The qualitative data were collected by semi-structured interviews using topic guides from persons with schizophrenia and their family caregivers from the tertiary level psychiatry center, South India. The interviews explored their perceptions and experiences of the facilitators and barriers in adopting a healthy lifestyle. Final data was analyzed based on grounded theory, and the data was used to formulate the theory of lifestyle adaptation. CONCLUSION The persons with schizophrenia and their family caregivers' perceptions helped in formulating this theory. The present study provides recommendations for physical health services for patients with mental illness. The findings of the study may guide health professionals and mental health advocacy groups, policymakers to plan for appropriate decisions related to incorporating mental health care with physical health care services.
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- Jothimani Gurusamy
- College of Nursing, National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences, Bangalore, India.
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- Department of Nursing, National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences, Bangalore, India
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- Department of Psychiatry, National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences, Bangalore, India
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- Department of Biostatistics, National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences, Bangalore, India
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Naslund JA, Bondre A, Torous J, Aschbrenner KA. Social Media and Mental Health: Benefits, Risks, and Opportunities for Research and Practice. JOURNAL OF TECHNOLOGY IN BEHAVIORAL SCIENCE 2020; 5:245-257. [PMID: 33415185 PMCID: PMC7785056 DOI: 10.1007/s41347-020-00134-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 104] [Impact Index Per Article: 26.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/19/2019] [Revised: 02/24/2020] [Accepted: 03/17/2020] [Indexed: 12/22/2022]
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Social media platforms are popular venues for sharing personal experiences, seeking information, and offering peer-to-peer support among individuals living with mental illness. With significant shortfalls in the availability, quality, and reach of evidence-based mental health services across the United States and globally, social media platforms may afford new opportunities to bridge this gap. However, caution is warranted, as numerous studies highlight risks of social media use for mental health. In this commentary, we consider the role of social media as a potentially viable intervention platform for offering support to persons with mental disorders, promoting engagement and retention in care, and enhancing existing mental health services. Specifically, we summarize current research on the use of social media among mental health service users, and early efforts using social media for the delivery of evidence-based programs. We also review the risks, potential harms, and necessary safety precautions with using social media for mental health. To conclude, we explore opportunities using data science and machine learning, for example by leveraging social media for detecting mental disorders and developing predictive models aimed at characterizing the aetiology and progression of mental disorders. These various efforts using social media, as summarized in this commentary, hold promise for improving the lives of individuals living with mental disorders.
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- John A. Naslund
- Department of Global Health and Social Medicine, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA
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- Department of Psychiatry, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Boston, MA
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Purpose of Review
Social support, especially from peers, has been found to contribute to successful weight loss and long-term weight loss maintenance. Peer support groups may represent a particularly effective intervention technique for weight loss. This review focuses upon peer support weight loss interventions with the objective of identifying common elements of successful programs.
Recent Findings
Peer support interventions often consist of expert-led educational content, supplemented by peer-led activities or discussion. Peer groups may provide support to individuals who have little social support in their normal lives. Interventions are often designed for pre-existing groups, especially high-risk groups such as women from ethnic minorities. Men are underrepresented in weight loss programs and often perceive “dieting” as feminine. However, several peer programs for male sports fans have successfully resulted in weight loss and fostering support for healthy lifestyle among male peers. In addition to professionally created peer support groups, many online weight loss communities are created and moderated by peers. Online communities allow participants to share peer support similar to in-person formats.
Summary
Many peer support interventions show significant short-term weight loss. Group members frequently report that peer support was critical to their weight loss success. A sense of community among likeminded individuals with similar goals was frequently cited. Online peer support groups are becoming increasingly prevalent, may fulfill similar needs to in-person groups, and have additional advantages in accessibility, and access to a larger peer network, and may facilitate long-term adherence.
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The Potential of Networks for Families in the Child Protection System: A Systematic Review. SOCIAL SCIENCES 2020. [DOI: 10.3390/socsci9050070] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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There has recently been increased interest in the potential for formal and informal networks to aid interventions with biologic families in helping them achieve reunification in the context of the child protection system. When group support is provided to families, the creation of a network of social support seems to be a consequence. The article analyzes the conceptualization of social support in order to create social support networks and the benefits on the intervention with families in the framework of the child protection system through a systematic review. From a wide search 4348 documents, finally 14 articles were included in the reviews. Results show that social support is considered a process by which social resources are provided from formal (professional services and programs associated with those services in any off the protection, health of educational systems) and informal (extended family, friends, neighbors and acquaintances) networks, allowing the families to confront daily moments as well as in crisis situations. This social support is related to emotional, psychological, physical, instrumental, material and information support that allow families to face their difficulties. Formal and informal networks of child protection systems contribute to social support, resilience, consolidation of learning and the assistance of families to social intervention programs.
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Held ML, Lee S. Relationship Between Volunteering and Perceived General Health of Individuals with Serious Mental Illness. Community Ment Health J 2020; 56:348-354. [PMID: 31571087 DOI: 10.1007/s10597-019-00475-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/10/2018] [Accepted: 09/24/2019] [Indexed: 10/25/2022]
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Volunteering has been found to be a significant predictor of improved health among the general population. Yet, little is known about the relationship between volunteering and perceived general health among individuals with serious mental illness (SMI). Using data obtained from the 2014 California Health Interview Survey (N = 1127), this study examined the extent to which volunteering is associated with perceived general health of individuals with SMI. Study findings indicate that individuals who engage in volunteering are more likely to report better health status when compared to those who do not engage in volunteering.
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- Mary L Held
- College of Social Work, University of Tennessee, 193 Polk Avenue, Suite E, Nashville, TN, 37210, USA
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- School of Social Welfare, Soongsil University, 369 Sangdo-Ro, Dongjak-Gu, Seoul, 06978, South Korea.
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Faith LA, Collins JO, Decker J, Grove A, Jarvis SP, Rempfer MV. Experiences of empowerment in a community cognitive enhancement therapy program: an exploratory qualitative study. PSYCHOSIS 2019. [DOI: 10.1080/17522439.2019.1632920] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/26/2022]
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- Laura A. Faith
- Department of Psychology, The University of Missouri, Kansas City, MO, USA
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- Department of Psychology, The University of Missouri, Kansas City, MO, USA
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- Department of Psychology, The University of Missouri, Kansas City, MO, USA
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- Department of Psychology, The University of Missouri, Kansas City, MO, USA
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- Truman Medical Center Behavioral Health, Kansas City, MO, USA
- Department of Psychiatry, University of Missouri, Kansas City, MO, USA
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- Department of Psychology, The University of Missouri, Kansas City, MO, USA
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Skea ZC, Aceves-Martins M, Robertson C, De Bruin M, Avenell A. Acceptability and feasibility of weight management programmes for adults with severe obesity: a qualitative systematic review. BMJ Open 2019; 9:e029473. [PMID: 31511284 PMCID: PMC6738728 DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2019-029473] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/04/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVES To improve our understanding of the acceptability of behavioural weight management programmes (WMPs) for adults with severe obesity. DESIGN A systematic review of qualitative evidence. DATA SOURCES Medline, Embase, PsycINFO, CINAHL, SCI, SSCI and CAB abstracts were searched from 1964 to May 2017. ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA Papers that contained qualitative data from adults with body mass index (BMI) ≥35 kg/m2 (and/or the views of providers involved in their care) and considered issues about weight management. DATA EXTRACTION AND SYNTHESIS Two reviewers read and systematically extracted data from the included papers which were compared, and contrasted according to emerging issues and themes. Papers were appraised for methodological rigour and theoretical relevance using Toye's proposed criteria for quality in relation to meta-ethnography. RESULTS 33 papers met our inclusion criteria from seven countries published 2007-2017. Findings were presented from a total of 644 participants and 153 programme providers. Participants described being attracted to programmes that were perceived to be novel or exciting, as well as being endorsed by their healthcare provider. The sense of belonging to a group who shared similar issues, and who had similar physiques and personalities, was particularly important and seemed to foster a strong group identity and related accountability. Group-based activities were enjoyed by many and participants preferred WMPs with more intensive support. However, some described struggling with physical activities (due to a range of physical comorbidities) and not everyone enjoyed group interaction with others (sometimes due to various mental health comorbidities). Although the mean BMI reported across the papers ranged from 36.8 to 44.7 kg/m2, no quotes from participants in any of the included papers were linked to specific detail regarding BMI status. CONCLUSIONS Although group-based interventions were favoured, people with severe obesity might be especially vulnerable to physical and mental comorbidities which could inhibit engagement with certain intervention components.
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- Zoë C Skea
- Health Services Research Unit, University of Aberdeen, Aberdeen, UK
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- Health Services Research Unit, University of Aberdeen, Aberdeen, UK
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- Health Psychology Department, University of Aberdeen, Aberdeen, UK
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- Health Services Research Unit, University of Aberdeen, Aberdeen, UK
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Avenell A, Robertson C, Skea Z, Jacobsen E, Boyers D, Cooper D, Aceves-Martins M, Retat L, Fraser C, Aveyard P, Stewart F, MacLennan G, Webber L, Corbould E, Xu B, Jaccard A, Boyle B, Duncan E, Shimonovich M, Bruin MD. Bariatric surgery, lifestyle interventions and orlistat for severe obesity: the REBALANCE mixed-methods systematic review and economic evaluation. Health Technol Assess 2018; 22:1-246. [PMID: 30511918 PMCID: PMC6296173 DOI: 10.3310/hta22680] [Citation(s) in RCA: 54] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/21/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Adults with severe obesity [body mass index (BMI) of ≥ 35 kg/m2] have an increased risk of comorbidities and psychological, social and economic consequences. OBJECTIVES Systematically review bariatric surgery, weight-management programmes (WMPs) and orlistat pharmacotherapy for adults with severe obesity, and evaluate the feasibility, acceptability, clinical effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of treatment. DATA SOURCES Electronic databases including MEDLINE, EMBASE, PsycINFO, the Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials and the NHS Economic Evaluation Database were searched (last searched in May 2017). REVIEW METHODS Four systematic reviews evaluated clinical effectiveness, cost-effectiveness and qualitative evidence for adults with a BMI of ≥ 35 kg/m2. Data from meta-analyses populated a microsimulation model predicting costs, outcomes and cost-effectiveness of Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB) surgery and the most effective lifestyle WMPs over a 30-year time horizon from a NHS perspective, compared with current UK population obesity trends. Interventions were cost-effective if the additional cost of achieving a quality-adjusted life-year is < £20,000-30,000. RESULTS A total of 131 randomised controlled trials (RCTs), 26 UK studies, 33 qualitative studies and 46 cost-effectiveness studies were included. From RCTs, RYGB produced the greatest long-term weight change [-20.23 kg, 95% confidence interval (CI) -23.75 to -16.71 kg, at 60 months]. WMPs with very low-calorie diets (VLCDs) produced the greatest weight loss at 12 months compared with no WMPs. Adding a VLCD to a WMP gave an additional mean weight change of -4.41 kg (95% CI -5.93 to -2.88 kg) at 12 months. The intensive Look AHEAD WMP produced mean long-term weight loss of 6% in people with type 2 diabetes mellitus (at a median of 9.6 years). The microsimulation model found that WMPs were generally cost-effective compared with population obesity trends. Long-term WMP weight regain was very uncertain, apart from Look AHEAD. The addition of a VLCD to a WMP was not cost-effective compared with a WMP alone. RYGB was cost-effective compared with no surgery and WMPs, but the model did not replicate long-term cost savings found in previous studies. Qualitative data suggested that participants could be attracted to take part in WMPs through endorsement by their health-care provider or through perceiving innovative activities, with WMPs being delivered to groups. Features improving long-term weight loss included having group support, additional behavioural support, a physical activity programme to attend, a prescribed calorie diet or a calorie deficit. LIMITATIONS Reviewed studies often lacked generalisability to UK settings in terms of participants and resources for implementation, and usually lacked long-term follow-up (particularly for complications for surgery), leading to unrealistic weight regain assumptions. The views of potential and actual users of services were rarely reported to contribute to service design. This study may have failed to identify unpublished UK evaluations. Dual, blinded numerical data extraction was not undertaken. CONCLUSIONS Roux-en-Y gastric bypass was costly to deliver, but it was the most cost-effective intervention. Adding a VLCD to a WMP was not cost-effective compared with a WMP alone. Most WMPs were cost-effective compared with current population obesity trends. FUTURE WORK Improved reporting of WMPs is needed to allow replication, translation and further research. Qualitative research is needed with adults who are potential users of, or who fail to engage with or drop out from, WMPs. RCTs and economic evaluations in UK settings (e.g. Tier 3, commercial programmes or primary care) should evaluate VLCDs with long-term follow-up (≥ 5 years). Decision models should incorporate relevant costs, disease states and evidence-based weight regain assumptions. STUDY REGISTRATION This study is registered as PROSPERO CRD42016040190. FUNDING The National Institute for Health Research Health Technology Assessment programme. The Health Services Research Unit and Health Economics Research Unit are core funded by the Chief Scientist Office of the Scottish Government Health and Social Care Directorate.
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- Alison Avenell
- Health Services Research Unit, University of Aberdeen, Aberdeen, UK
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- Health Services Research Unit, University of Aberdeen, Aberdeen, UK
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- Health Services Research Unit, University of Aberdeen, Aberdeen, UK
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- Health Economics Research Unit, University of Aberdeen, Aberdeen, UK
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- Health Economics Research Unit, University of Aberdeen, Aberdeen, UK
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- Health Services Research Unit, University of Aberdeen, Aberdeen, UK
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- Health Services Research Unit, University of Aberdeen, Aberdeen, UK
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- Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences, University of Oxford, Oxford, UK
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- Health Services Research Unit, University of Aberdeen, Aberdeen, UK
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- Health Services Research Unit, University of Aberdeen, Aberdeen, UK
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- Health Services Research Unit, University of Aberdeen, Aberdeen, UK
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- Health Services Research Unit, University of Aberdeen, Aberdeen, UK
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Naslund JA, Aschbrenner KA, Marsch LA, McHugo GJ, Bartels SJ. Facebook for Supporting a Lifestyle Intervention for People with Major Depressive Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, and Schizophrenia: an Exploratory Study. Psychiatr Q 2018; 89:81-94. [PMID: 28470468 PMCID: PMC5758428 DOI: 10.1007/s11126-017-9512-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 40] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/18/2022]
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To examine whether Facebook could support a community-based group lifestyle intervention for adults with serious mental illness. Participants with serious mental illness and obesity enrolled in a 6-month group lifestyle program were invited to join a secret Facebook group to support their weight loss and physical activity goals. Two peer co-facilitators moderated the Facebook group. The proportion of participants who achieved ≥5% weight loss or improved fitness was measured at follow-up. The relationship between this outcome and participants' interactions in the Facebook group was examined. Interactions were defined as active contributions including posts, comments, or likes. Content of participants' Facebook posts was also explored. Participants (n = 25) had major depression (44%), bipolar disorder (36%), and schizophrenia (20%). Nineteen (76%) participants joined the Facebook group, and contributed 208 interactions (70 posts; 81 comments; 57 likes). Participants who achieved ≥5% weight loss or improved fitness contributed more interactions in the Facebook group (mean = 19.1; SD = 20.5) compared to participants who did not (mean = 3.9; SD = 6.7), though this relationship approached statistical significance (t = -2.1; Welch's df = 13.1; p = 0.06). Participants' posts containing personal sharing of successes or challenges to adopting healthy behaviors generated more interaction compared to posts containing program reminders (p < 0.01), motivational messages (p < 0.01), and healthy eating content (p < 0.01). Facebook appears promising for supporting health behavior change among people with serious mental illness. These findings can inform social media initiatives to scale up health promotion efforts targeting this at-risk group.
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- John A Naslund
- The Dartmouth Institute for Health Policy and Clinical Practice, Dartmouth College, Lebanon, NH, USA.
- Health Promotion Research Center at Dartmouth, Lebanon, NH, USA.
- The Center for Technology and Behavioral Health, Dartmouth College, Lebanon, NH, USA.
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- Health Promotion Research Center at Dartmouth, Lebanon, NH, USA
- Department of Psychiatry, Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth, Lebanon, NH, USA
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- The Center for Technology and Behavioral Health, Dartmouth College, Lebanon, NH, USA
- Department of Psychiatry, Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth, Lebanon, NH, USA
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- Department of Psychiatry, Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth, Lebanon, NH, USA
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- The Dartmouth Institute for Health Policy and Clinical Practice, Dartmouth College, Lebanon, NH, USA
- Health Promotion Research Center at Dartmouth, Lebanon, NH, USA
- Department of Psychiatry, Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth, Lebanon, NH, USA
- Department of Community and Family Medicine, Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth, Lebanon, NH, USA
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Naslund JA, Aschbrenner KA, Kim SJ, McHugo GJ, Unützer J, Bartels SJ, Marsch LA. Health behavior models for informing digital technology interventions for individuals with mental illness. Psychiatr Rehabil J 2017; 40:325-335. [PMID: 28182469 PMCID: PMC5550360 DOI: 10.1037/prj0000246] [Citation(s) in RCA: 54] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/10/2023]
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OBJECTIVE Theoretical models offer valuable insights for designing effective and sustainable behavioral health interventions, yet the application of theory for informing digital technology interventions for people with mental illness has received limited attention. We offer a perspective on the importance of applying behavior theories and models to developing digital technology interventions for addressing mental and physical health concerns among people with mental illness. METHOD In this commentary, we summarize prominent theories of human behavior, highlight key theoretical constructs, and identify opportunities to inform digital health interventions for people with mental illness. We consider limitations with existing theories and models, and examine recent theoretical advances that can specifically guide development of digital technology interventions. RESULTS Established behavioral frameworks including health belief model, theory of planned behavior, transtheoretical model, and social cognitive theory consist of important and overlapping constructs that can inform digital health interventions for people with mental illness. As digital technologies continue to evolve and enable longitudinal data collection, real-time behavior monitoring, and adaptive features tailored to users' changing needs over time, there are new opportunities to broaden our understanding of health behaviors and mechanisms of behavior change. Recent advances include dynamic models of behavior, persuasive system design, the behavioral intervention technology model, and behavioral models for just-in-time adaptive interventions. CONCLUSION AND IMPLICATIONS FOR PRACTICE Behavior theories offer advantages for guiding use of digital technologies. Future researchers must explore how theoretical models can effectively advance efforts to develop, evaluate, and disseminate digital health interventions targeting individuals with mental illness. (PsycINFO Database Record
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- John A. Naslund
- Health Promotion Research Center at Dartmouth, Lebanon, NH, United States
- The Dartmouth Institute for Health Policy and Clinical Practice, Dartmouth College, Lebanon, NH, United States
- The Center for Technology and Behavioral Health, Dartmouth College, Lebanon, NH, United States
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- Health Promotion Research Center at Dartmouth, Lebanon, NH, United States
- Department of Psychiatry, Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth, Lebanon, NH, United States
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- The Center for Technology and Behavioral Health, Dartmouth College, Lebanon, NH, United States
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- Department of Psychiatry, Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth, Lebanon, NH, United States
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- Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, University of Washington, Seattle, WA, United States
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- Health Promotion Research Center at Dartmouth, Lebanon, NH, United States
- The Dartmouth Institute for Health Policy and Clinical Practice, Dartmouth College, Lebanon, NH, United States
- Department of Psychiatry, Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth, Lebanon, NH, United States
- Department of Community and Family Medicine, Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth, Lebanon, NH, United States
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- The Center for Technology and Behavioral Health, Dartmouth College, Lebanon, NH, United States
- Department of Psychiatry, Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth, Lebanon, NH, United States
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