Journal of Psychosocial Nursing and Mental Health Services最新文献

Purpose: Loneliness is a major concern among teens in the United States, impacting mental health and school performance. The purpose of the current mixed methods study was to explore the experience of loneliness from the perspective of teens.

Method: Data were collected through surveys and in-depth interviews with eight teens (aged 13 to 15 years) from an urban after-school program. Participants were asked to describe their experiences and perceptions of loneliness.

Results: Participants rated their loneliness at 38.5 (moderate level). Analysis revealed that the experience of loneliness was commonly described as being alone in a crowded room. Participants highlighted feelings of social isolation, disconnectedness, and observing from the periphery. Contributing factors included school environment, social dynamics, and challenges in making friends.

Conclusion: Findings of this study provide insight into the lived experience of loneliness among teens, emphasizing the importance of comprehensive approaches to mitigate its adverse effects on mental health and school performance. Educational programs on healthy relationships and effective communication are recommended. [Journal of Psychosocial Nursing and Mental Health Services, xx(xx), xx-xx.].

Purpose: The current study investigated the link between government housing assistance and depression among U.S. adults using data from the 2022 National Health Interview Survey.

Method: Depression severity was measured with the Patient Health Questionnaire-8, and logistic regression models were used to assess the association between housing assistance and depression, adjusting for sociodemographic factors.

Results: Individuals receiving housing assistance were significantly more likely to experience moderate to severe depression (odds ratio [OR] = 1.77, p < 0.001). Poor health status was the strongest predictor of depression (OR = 12.11, p < 0.001), whereas older age, higher education, and marriage were linked to lower odds. Interaction analysis revealed that Hispanic individuals with some college education had higher odds of depression than non-Hispanic White individuals with less education.

Conclusion: Findings emphasize the need for mental health support within housing programs, particularly addressing disparities among vulnerable groups. [Journal of Psychosocial Nursing and Mental Health Services, xx(xx), xx-xx.].

Purpose: To map out the current artificial intelligence (AI)-informed psychosocial interventions research landscape, with a focus on main themes, trends, and prospective future directions.

Method: A bibliometric analysis extracted articles that had been published between 2007 and 2024 from the Web of Science database. Software used to process results were Bibliometrix and VOSviewer.

Results: A total of 207 articles published by 86 different sources were obtained. A publication of high recurrence source was the Journal of Medical Internet Research. The United States showed high research activity in link strength, volume of articles, and citation frequency. Key themes identified were machine learning, mental health, cognitive-behavioral therapy, and personalization. Emerging trends since 2020 show growing interest in ChatGPT and AI-driven therapy.

Conclusion: Bibliometric analysis suggests increased application of AI in psychosocial interventions in mental health. Integrating AI with existing therapies and the development of novel digital tools indicate a future for mental health care that is personalized and innovative. The advent of advanced language models, such as ChatGPT, has opened new horizons in AI-supported mental health care. This preliminary analysis provides a foundational understanding of the current landscape while identifying key areas for further research. [Journal of Psychosocial Nursing and Mental Health Services, xx(xx), xx-xx.].

Purpose: Adults with sickle cell disease (SCD) are at a higher risk for psychosocial stress; however, there is limited research on how that stress manifests along with the relevant psychosocial experiences in adults with SCD. The purpose of the current integrative review was to synthesize the current research on psychosocial experiences among adults aged 18 to 40 years with SCD.

Method: PubMed, CINAHL, and PsycINFO were searched for relevant articles, with 12 articles ultimately included in this study.

Results: Across studies, adults with SCD were at a higher risk for psychosocial stress based on objective measurements and qualitative interviews.

Conclusion: Findings demonstrate the importance of routinely screening for psychosocial stress using objective measures, and the need to create a psychologically safe environment for people with SCD to express their concerns. [Journal of Psychosocial Nursing and Mental Health Services, xx(xx), xx-xx.].

Purpose: To summarize the major updates in psychiatric diagnoses and treatments in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition, Text Revision (DSM-5-TR).

Method: Critical revisions, including updates to >70 diagnoses and the addition of prolonged grief disorder, are summarized, as well as the language updates related to gender dysphoria and suicidal behavior.

Results: Alongside diagnostic updates, numerous new medications and extensions of indications for existing drugs have been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration directly influencing treatment strategies.

Conclusion: Staying informed about these changes is crucial for psychiatric-mental health nurses and nurse practitioners dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care and promoting improved health outcomes. [Journal of Psychosocial Nursing and Mental Health Services, xx(xx), xx-xx.].

Purpose: The current study examined trends and help-seeking behaviors among individuals who died by suicide in South Korea, analyzed by age and sex.

Method: This secondary data analysis encompassed all cases of death by suicide among adults aged 20 to 39 years in Seoul, Korea, from 2013 to 2020. Using descriptive statistics, we analyzed data from the Korea National Investigations of Suicide Victims Study using police records.

Results: Over 8 years, the number of deaths by suicide among adults fluctuated, with a notable increase among female individuals since 2017. Mental health problems were the main causes of suicide for males and females. Males tended to die by suicide due to economic or employment issues, whereas suicide among females was often linked to interpersonal relationships. Males were found to be less likely to seek help for mental health problems than females.

Conclusion: This study emphasizes tailored suicide prevention strategies, considering internal and external characteristics of at-risk individuals. [Journal of Psychosocial Nursing and Mental Health Services, xx(xx), xx-xx.].

Purpose: To assess the severity of panic symptoms, anxiety levels, and quality of life (QOL) among individuals experiencing panic attacks (PAs), as well as their associations with participants' characteristics.

Method: This cross-sectional study used data gathered through an internet-based survey covering demographic characteristics, panic symptoms, anxiety levels, and QOL completed by 126 individuals aged 18 to 60 years sampled from the general population in Egypt.

Results: Data analysis showed that 26.2% and 73.8% of participants experienced severe and extreme panic symptoms, respectively. Anxiety levels varied among participants, with most reporting moderate (48.4%) to severe (38.9%) anxiety. Most participants (98%) reported poor QOL. Findings indicated a positive correlation between panic symptoms and anxiety (r = 0.905, p < 0.01), whereas QOL exhibited a negative correlation with panic symptoms (r = -0.888, p < 0.01) and anxiety (r = -0.879, p < 0.01). Regression analysis revealed that panic symptoms were significantly associated with age (B = -3.535, p = 0.005) and sex (B = -2.234, p = 0.011), whereas educational level displayed a significant correlation with QOL (B = -8.110, p = 0.032).

Conclusion: Participants experiencing PAs typically exhibited severe to extreme panic symptoms, moderate to severe levels of anxiety, and overall poor QOL. These findings highlight critical implications for the public health system and policymakers and emphasize the need for better access to mental health services and increased awareness of PAs. [Journal of Psychosocial Nursing and Mental Health Services, xx(xx), xx-xx.].

Purpose: To examine fear of death and disruption in sleep patterns in individuals who have experienced an earthquake.

Method: A descriptive and relationship-oriented study was performed with 322 individuals who experienced the February 6, 2023, earthquake in Turkey. Data were collected between February 20 and May 15, 2023. A personal information form, the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI), and Death Anxiety Scale (DAS) were used for data collection.

Results: Participants' mean DAS score was 7.96 (SD = 1.05), and mean PSQI score was 8.74 (SD = 4.06). Statistically significant relationships were found between sex, marital status, and mean DAS score, and these variables accounted for 11.7% of the total variance. Similarly, statistically significant relationships were found among economic status, relationship to person trapped under the rubble, financial loss from the earthquake, and mean PSQI score, accounting for 11.3% of the total variance. Women and married people had greater fear of death, and those with good economic status, whose family members were buried under rubble, and who experienced financial loss as a result of the earthquake had lower sleep quality.

Conclusion: The earthquake led to moderate fear of death and poor sleep quality among participants. Findings highlight the need for targeted support for vulnerable groups following disasters. [Journal of Psychosocial Nursing and Mental Health Services, 63(2), 45-54.].

Purpose: To determine the correlation between medication adherence and functioning in individuals with bipolar disorder (BD) and the predictors of functionality.

Method: This cross-sectional and correlational study was conducted with 145 individuals with BD type I. Data were collected using a Patient Information Form, the Medication Adherence Rating Scale, and Functioning Assessment Short Test.

Results: Findings showed that most participants did not take medication as prescribed. Medication adherence was negatively correlated with functionality. Predictors of functionality were years of treatment, number of hospitalizations, working status, medication adherence, family history of mental illness, and history of suicide.

Conclusion: Medication nonadherence is a fundamental problem for individuals with BD. Nursing interventions to increase functionality and medication adherence among this at-risk group should be planned and implemented. [Journal of Psychosocial Nursing and Mental Health Services, 63(2), 25-33.].