Journal of Psychosocial Nursing and Mental Health Services最新文献

The current article provides a brief overview for psychiatric advanced practice nurses of buprenorphine extended-release injection for subcutaneous use (Sublocade®) for the treatment of moderate to severe opioid use disorder. [Journal of Psychosocial Nursing and Mental Health Services, 63(7), 7-11.].

Purpose: To investigate the effects of a group counseling education program (GCEP) provided to parents of children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) on parents' psychological resilience, life satisfaction, and family functioning.

Method: This experimental study was conducted with 30 parents of children with ASD. Data were collected using a Personal Information Form, the Adult Psychological Resilience Scale, Satisfaction With Life Scale, and Family Assessment Device. The GCEP, comprising 10 sessions, was provided to the intervention group once per week.

Results: The GCEP significantly increased psychological resilience levels in the intervention group compared to the control group. Although there were no significant differences between groups regarding Family Assessment Device subscale scores before the GCEP, after the program, mean scores on the subscales of problem solving, communication, roles, and behavioral control of the intervention group were significantly lower than those of the control group. No significant differences were observed in life satisfaction between groups.

Conclusion: The GCEP was effective in improving psychological resilience and family functioning. Family counseling programs for raising awareness and provision of psychosocial support may be developed and applicable in relation to in-family relationships, care and responsibilities for the child, and problem solving for parents of children with ASD. [Journal of Psychosocial Nursing and Mental Health Services, 63(7), 42-51.].

Purpose: To describe the experiences of women with perinatal mood and anxiety disorders (PMADs) who participated in a virtual group counseling program for maternal mental health during the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic.

Method: A qualitative descriptive design was used. Participants were recruited from Facebook parenting groups targeted to women with children in Indiana. One-on-one, semi-structured interviews were conducted in a virtual setting. Transcribed interviews were analyzed using content analysis to yield themes.

Results: Nine women with PMADs participated in the virtual group counseling program. Three themes were identified: (1) The Program Reduced Symptoms of PMADs Amplified by the COVID-19 Pandemic, (2) The Program Advanced Practical Solutions, and (3) The Program Bolstered Social Support.

Conclusion: Participants experienced heightened symptoms of PMADs during the pandemic. Participants' experiences in the student-led, virtual counseling program suggest that providers could enhance social support and screening for PMADs for women in the perinatal period through virtual programs. Graduate-level psychology students could be considered to decrease the national shortage of mental health providers. [Journal of Psychosocial Nursing and Mental Health Services, 63(7), 26-32.].

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, 63(6), 32-38.].

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, 63(6), 23-30.].

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, 63(6), 11-22.].

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, 63(6), 49-55.].